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{{Term/Store|Dark Link|Dark Links|Series, ALttP, OoT, OoT3D, OoA, ST}} is the evil reflection of [[Link]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 173 {{Exp Game|ALttP, OoT, OoT3D, OoA, ST}}}}</ref> He is one of the most enigmatic enemy characters in the {{TLoZ|Series}}, usually appearing with no backstory and no dialogue, although it is implied on numerous occasions to be merely constructed of shadow magic. Dark Link is more than just a mere battle against a monster for Link, but a battle against ''himself'', as the young hero has to face his own strength turned against him.<ref>{{Cite|'''Dark Link'''<br/>Conquer yourself!|Navi|OoT}}</ref> Because of this, Dark Link is often the ultimate challenge. He is faced as an | {{Term/Store|Dark Link|Dark Links|Series, ALttP, OoT, OoT3D, OoA, ST}} is the evil reflection of [[Link]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 173 {{Exp Game|ALttP, OoT, OoT3D, OoA, ST}}}}</ref> He is one of the most enigmatic enemy characters in the {{TLoZ|Series}}, usually appearing with no backstory and no dialogue, although it is implied on numerous occasions to be merely constructed of shadow magic. Dark Link is more than just a mere battle against a monster for Link, but a battle against ''himself'', as the young hero has to face his own strength turned against him.<ref>{{Cite|'''Dark Link'''<br/>Conquer yourself!|Navi|OoT}}</ref> Because of this, Dark Link is often the ultimate challenge. He is faced as an official final boss in {{TAoL}}, and as the final boss of optional challenges such as the [[Palace of the Four Sword]] and [[Take 'Em All On!]] in {{ALttP}} and {{ST}}, respectively. | ||
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[[File:Dark Link OoT.jpg|thumb|200px|Link confronts Dark Link in the Water Temple]] | [[File:Dark Link OoT.jpg|thumb|200px|Link confronts Dark Link in the Water Temple]] | ||
In {{OoT}}, Dark Link appears as a {{Term|OoT3D|Sub-Boss|link}} in the {{Term|OoT3D|Water Temple|link}}, where he materializes from Link's reflection in the water to confront his good counterpart. Dark Link reacts to most of Link's movements and attacks, usually defending himself in the process.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote= You must time your attacks carefully to land a blow on this enemy, because it seems to anticipate your every action!|game= OoT|page= 83}}</ref> Dark Link has the same amount of health as Link; the number of [[Heart Container]]s the | In {{OoT}}, Dark Link appears as a {{Term|OoT3D|Sub-Boss|link}} in the {{Term|OoT3D|Water Temple|link}}, where he materializes from Link's reflection in the water to confront his good counterpart. Dark Link reacts to most of Link's movements and attacks, usually defending himself in the process.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote= You must time your attacks carefully to land a blow on this enemy, because it seems to anticipate your every action!|game= OoT|page= 83}}</ref> Dark Link has the same amount of health as Link; the number of [[Heart Container]]s the hero has equals the number of hits with the [[Master Sword]] it takes to defeat his doppelgänger. When hit, Dark Link will fall through the floor and spring back up afterwards, from behind. At the beginning of the battle, Dark Link is nearly transparent, but will gradually become opaque as the battle progresses. When he is fully opaque, he will become more aggressive and actively attack Link instead of simply reacting to his moves. | ||
There are a variety of strategies for defeating Dark Link. Link can use the [[Megaton Hammer]], [[Deku Nut]]s, [[Biggoron Sword]], or use his [[sword]] while L/Z targeting him and performing a horizontal slash on the opposite side of his [[shield]], which gives Link an instant hit. Stocking up on magic [[Potion]]s and using [[Din's Fire]] is another option that makes the fight against Dark Link very easy. Din's Fire is one of the best options in both the passive and aggressive part of the battle, as it will cause damage every time, provided that Dark Link is in range. If Link performs a sword thrust, Dark Link will simply hop onto the blade of the sword (before attacking if aggressive). Once Dark Link is defeated, Link becomes able to enter a room containing the [[Longshot]].<ref>{{Cite manual|quote= After you defeat Dark Link, the bars on the northern door rise allowing you to access the room and claim the Longshot in the large chest there.|game= Ocarina of Time|page= 83}}</ref> | There are a variety of strategies for defeating Dark Link. Link can use the [[Megaton Hammer]], [[Deku Nut]]s, [[Biggoron Sword]], or use his [[sword]] while L/Z targeting him and performing a horizontal slash on the opposite side of his [[shield]], which gives Link an instant hit. Stocking up on magic [[Potion]]s and using [[Din's Fire]] is another option that makes the fight against Dark Link very easy. Din's Fire is one of the best options in both the passive and aggressive part of the battle, as it will cause damage every time, provided that Dark Link is in range. If Link performs a sword thrust, Dark Link will simply hop onto the blade of the sword (before attacking if aggressive). Once Dark Link is defeated, Link becomes able to enter a room containing the [[Longshot]].<ref>{{Cite manual|quote= After you defeat Dark Link, the bars on the northern door rise allowing you to access the room and claim the Longshot in the large chest there.|game= Ocarina of Time|page= 83}}</ref> | ||
