Jump Slashes,(BotWBreath of the Wild | TotKTears of the Kingdom)[1][2] also known as Jump Attack,(OoTOcarina of Time | MMMajora's Mask | TWWThe Wind Waker | FSAFour Swords Adventures | SSSkyward Sword)[3][4][5][6][7] Targeted Attack,(PHPhantom Hourglass | STSpirit Tracks)[8][9] and Running Hack,(SCIISoulCalibur II)[name references needed] are a recurring ability in The Legend of Zelda series.
Link performs the Jump Slash by leaping forward into the air, then bringing down his Sword towards the enemy. In all cases of this move's appearance, it deals twice the damage of a regular sword strike.[3][10][11]
To perform this attack in any the 3D Zelda games, Link must have his Sword drawn, and he must be targeting the enemy.[4][12] When both conditions are met, a simple press of the action button will unleash a Jump Attack.
The technique is effective against most enemies, but some foes, such as Darknuts in Twilight Princess, are able to dodge or counter it if not timed correctly. Moreover, for a short while after Link performs a Jump Slash, he is vulnerable to enemy attacks.[11][13]
In Four Swords Adventures, the Jump Attack can be performed by "tapping" the control stick of a GameCube controller, or D-Pad of a connected Game Boy Advance, and simultaneously pressing the sword button. It is much harder to pull off than in other incarnations, but serves less of a purpose now, as the Roll Attack is better at dealing damage from a distance, and multiple regular strikes up close are comparatively equal in dealing damage up close.
Link performs the Jump Attack in Twilight Princess with only one hand instead of two, and this time around less enemies are affected by it. While in mid-air, if the player moves the Control Stick in a circle, Link will do a Spin Attack upon landing.
The Targeted Attack can be performed by tapping on an enemy with the Stylus, but only while Link is distant from his target.[8] At closer range, Link will do a more modest Sword thrust instead.
The Targeted Attack can be performed by tapping on an enemy with the Stylus, but only while Link is distant from his target.[14] At closer range, Link will do a more modest Sword thrust instead. Dark Link is also able to perform this move; however, he jumps much higher and more slowly than Link does.
In Skyward Sword, Jump Attacks are one of Link's Special Sword Strikes. They can be performed by Z-Targeting, jumping forward and then shaking the Wii Remote. The Jump Attack in Skyward Sword does the same amount of damage as a normal slash.
In Breath of the Wild, Link must jump manually with the 
button and then attack with the 
button to execute a Jump Slash.[1] Its execution varies slightly depending on the weapon used, but it always deals double the amount of damage and creates a small shock-wave upon impact.
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The Jump Slash is one of Link's moves in SoulCalibur II, though it is called the Running Hack. The young hero can perform it by running up to the enemy and then pressing the vertical attack button. It can deal up to 42 HP worth of damage and is considered to be a mid-attack.
Link can perform a Jump Attack in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U. It serves as his dash attack, which is executed by running and pressing the attack button.
The Jump Attack returns as Link's dash attack in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
 Names in Other Regions  | ||
|---|---|---|
| Language | Names | Meanings |
 Japanese | ジャンプ斬り (Janpu-giri)[16] | Jump Slash |
 FrenchEUEuropean | Saut[18] | Jump |
 German | Sprungangriff[17] | |
 Italian | Colpo in salto[15] | |
 SpanishEUEuropean | Corte volador[19] | |
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A Bokoblin performing a Jump Slash from Breath of the Wild
Link performing the Jump Slash from SoulCalibur II
Jump Slash— Tips and Tricks (Breath of the Wild)
Perform a jump slash by pressingafter jumping or while in the air. The shock wave created when you hit the ground can affect nearby monsters.
Jump Slash— Tips and Tricks (Tears of the Kingdom)
Perform a jump slash by pressing [Y]IconFile:TotK Y Button Icon.png after jumping or while in the air. The shock wave created when you hit the ground can affect nearby monsters.
If you have your sword ready while— Know-It-All Brother (Ocarina of Time 3D)Targeting, you can do a jump attack by pressing
! A jump attack does double damage!
And finally, the jump attack. Draw your sword with— Swordsman (Majora's Mask 3D), L-Target with
Very good! Now finally, the jump attack! Draw your sword,— Orca (The Wind Waker)-target, and press
!
Let's begin with the targeted attack. I'm going to bring out some targets for sword practice. Far safer than real foes... Just tap a target to lock on and close in for the attack. Try it now.— Oshus (Phantom Hourglass)
The jump attack does twice as much damage as a normal swing, but it will take a moment to move again afterwards.(Majora's Mask manual, pg. 23)
While holding the sword, press Z + A. Offensive power will double.(Ocarina of Time manual, pg. 20)
To do a targeted attack, you just tap on the target you want to hit!— Russell (Spirit Tracks)
Bene! Passiamo infine al colpo in salto. Mira con— Orca (The Wind Waker)
よし！ 最後は ジャンプ斬りじゃ— Orca (The Wind Waker)
剣を抜いて
Wunderbar! Und zu guter Letzt noch den Sprungangriff! Zieh dein Schwert, visiere mich mit dem— Orca (The Wind Waker)
Bon! Et pour finir, le Saut! Sors ton épée, vise avec— Orca (The Wind Waker)
¡Estupendo! La última técnica es el corte volador. Con la espada desenvainada, fija el blanco con— Orca (The Wind Waker)
