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I proposed a merge for all weapons that can be picked up in TWW. I think we can make a new article encompassing all of these items, probably called something like "Usable Enemy Weapons". Each article is mostly stubby, so it would only help things. Even though the items are all related, none of them link to the others' articles, only to [[Swords of The Wind Waker#Enemy Weapons|this section]] on the Wind Waker sword page, which neglects to mention ALL of the weapons, probably because not all are swords. This leaves these items without their own article. A lot of the information in each article is repeated in the next, so it would make sense to put them together. I see only good reasons to combine these articles, aside from a slight drop in article count. What do you think? Any other suggestions on the Article name? Am I missing any items? [[User:Noble Wrot|Noble Wrot]] 14:28, 27 February 2011 (EST)
  
   
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:As you already said, these articles are pretty small and about minuscule subjects, so I can't really see an abundant amount of information being added to them, so go for it.{{:User:Mandi/sig}} 19:30, February 27, 2011 (UTC)
  
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|name = Lynel
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|image = [[File:TLoZ Lynel Blue Artwork.png|200px]]
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|game = {{TLoZ}}<br>{{ALTTP}}<br>{{OOA}}<br>{{OoS}}<br>{{ALBW}}<br>{{BotW}}
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|other = [[The Legend of Zelda (TV series)|Animated series]]<br>[[The Legend of Zelda (Comic)|''The Legend of Zelda'' comic]]
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|habitat = Field, Mountainous Regions
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|weapon = All
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The '''Lynel''' is a centaur-like being common to the overworld of {{TLoZ}}, {{ALTTP}}, {{OOA}}, {{OoS}}, {{ALBW}}, and {{BotW}} that is known not only for its varying coloration, but its resistance to all forms of close combat attack. These foes are often seen prowling around, but not exclusive to, mountainous climates in the titles they appear in.<ref>{{Cite manual| quote=The guardian who attacks all those who come near Death Mountain.|game=The Legend of Zelda (Game)|page=30}}</ref>
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{{TLoZManual|Lynel|The guardian who attacks all those who come near Death Mountain. Watch out! He's pretty strong, and Link's little shield can't stop his sword.}}
   
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==Characteristics==
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:Since when do we care about article count? Quality over quantity. Go for it, no need to have a bunch of stubs when we can have one lengthy article. [[User:Dany36|Dany36]] 20:48, 5 March 2011 (EST)
  
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[[File:Lynel ALttP.png|65px|left|The Lynel from ''A Link to the Past'']]
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::Great idea, Garrett. I think you do have all of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'''s enemy weapon pickups, the task now is to see if those are the only ones in the entire series that Link can use in such a way... {{:User:Cipriano/sig}} 15:22, 6 March 2011 (EST)
  
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The Lynel is an elusive enemy, but a hardened one, in comparison to many of the commonplace overworld creatures such as [[Octorok]]s and [[Keese]], both of which can often be defeated in one strike of the sword. Another trademark feature of this species is their ability to shoot projectiles from their mouths; for example, the incarnation seen in ''The Legend of Zelda'' fires beam sword-like projectiles at Link whenever he is close by, while the versions seen in ''A Link to the Past'' and the ''Oracle'' titles regurgitate fireballs. Interestingly, the sword-like shots coming from the Lynel of ''The Legend of Zelda'' cannot be blocked with the standard shield, and must be evaded at all costs if Link is to remain uninjured; at least until he upgrades to the [[Magical Shield]].<ref>{{Cite manual| quote=Watch out! He's pretty strong, and Link's little shield can't stop his sword.| game= The Legend of Zelda (Game)| page= 30|}}</ref> Only the [[Red Shield]] and [[Mirror Shield]] can deflect the Lynel's shots in ''A Link to the Past'', and rightly so, as the small shield, as in ''The Legend of Zelda'', is much too weak. In ''A Link Between Worlds'', only the [[Hylian Shield#A Link Between Worlds|Hylian Shield]] can block its attacks.
   
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[[File:Golden Lynel.png|48px|left|The Golden Lynel from ''Oracle of Seasons'']]
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:::<s>How about "Usable Enemy Items"? I think that's a a simple and wide enough term to cover the mentioned items in TWW. We may even want to include things like Deku Nuts/Sticks and Pieces of Power for kicks.</s> I just realized that Garrett made a similar suggestion. Regardless, I think the merge is a good idea. {{:User:Abdullah/sig}} 10:00, 7 March 2011 (EST)
  
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In ''Oracle of Seasons'', the Lynel is one of the few foes, including [[Octorok]]s and [[Moblin]]s, that may appear in a golden variety, considering certain conditions are met. Overall, the Lynel of the ''Oracle'' titles have the same general behavior with a slight change in physical appearance.
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In ''A Link Between Worlds'', Lynels attack differently: they release a flame thrower that projects a short distance, rather than a fireball, which flies long distances. There are two types of Lynel which appear in the game. The first appear on [[Death Mountain#A Link Between Worlds|Death Mountain]], and have white hair. The other variety has orange hair and a black body, and can only be found in [[Treacherous Tower]]. Their attacks are very damaging, so it's best to repeatedly attack them before they release the flame.
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For the Lynels' 3D debut in {{BotW}}, their lethality increases tenfold. They retain their fireball attack from previous games, but they also gain a sword and shield to fight with, and possess an entire repertoire of extremely powerful sword attacks. They also use a powerful bow with Shock Arrows, Ice Arrows or Fire Arrows if Link gets too far away from them. They are also quick, nimble, and make good use of their shields, making them formidable opponents. When defeated, they drop [[Lynel Hoof]]s, [[Lynel Horn]]s and [[Lynel Guts]], along with their weapon, Shield, Bow and Elemental [[Arrow]]s. Silver Lynels have a strong chance of dropping Rare Ore but also very rarely drop [[Star Fragment]]s.
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==Varieties==
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In all of its appearances, the Lynel appears in different forms, and hence different colors. There are most often two varieties, with increasing power and strength. In ''The Legend of Zelda'', ''A Link to the Past'', ''Oracle of Seasons'' and ''Oracle of Ages'', the red Lynel will fire projectiles that inflict one heart of damage, while the blue Lynel inflicts double damage. In ''A Link Between Worlds'', the varieties are distinguished by the colour of their hair, and share the same characteristics. ''Breath of the Wild'' also introduces Silver Lynels, which are even more formidable than their red-maned, blue-maned or white-maned counterparts.
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==Weaknesses==
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[[File:LynelOracleRed.png|left|50px|The red variety from the ''Oracle'' titles]]
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[[File:LynelOracleBlue.png|right|50px|The blue incarnation from the ''Oracle'' titles]]
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Link can typically defeat Lynels through conventional means, such as using his [[Sword]]. However, in ''A Link to the Past'', Lynels are immune to every type of attack except when using the [[Tempered Sword]], [[Golden Sword]], [[Magic Hammer]], [[Silver Arrow]] or a [[Spin Attack]] with the [[Master Sword]].
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==Non-canon Appearances==
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===Animated series===
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[[File:Lynels (Sing for the Unicorn).png|thumb|200px|right|Lynels in the animated series]]
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Two Lynels appear in the "[[Sing for the Unicorn]]" episode of the [[The Legend of Zelda (TV series)|animated series]]. Before [[Link]], [[Princess Zelda]] and [[Sing]] can make their way to Ganon's lair, Link must fight a pair of Lynels, one blue and one red, that stand in their way. The young hero blocks their attacks and then proceeds to [[Sword Beam|zap]] both of them, with one of them dropping a [[recorder]] that would allow them to escape the [[Underworld]] later on in the episode.
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===''The Legend of Zelda'' comic===
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Lynels also appear in the ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Comic)/Issue 5#Day of the Triforce|Day of the Triforce]]'' story from the [[The Legend of Zelda (Comic)|''Legend of Zelda'' comic]]. These foes, along with other of Ganon's minions, go to the [[Water Town of Saria]] to set fire to the village, as well as capturing and injuring many of its people.<ref>{{cite book|quote=Princess Zelda! Please, I must find Link! We need his help! [...] Lynels, Gannon's Death Mountain centaurs, set fire to my village! Many of my people were captured, or injured!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=2}}</ref> When [[Cassiopia]] goes to [[North Palace]] to inform [[Princess Zelda]] of what has happened, Zelda decides to go to Saria to aid Cassiopia and the rest of the citizens. Upon arrival, Zelda encourages the townsfolk to fight back,<ref>{{cite book|quote=See, how I alone can handle your foes? Stand up and fight, Saria! Together we can beat ALL the fiends!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=4}}</ref> and together, the princess along with the Saria people successfully defeat the Lynels and the rest of the monsters.<ref>{{cite book|quote=We have won! All hail Zelda!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=5}}</ref>
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{{noncanon|End}}
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==Trivia==
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*In the [[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (Book)|''Oracle of Seasons'' book]], Lynels are incorrectly identified as "Fire Cats", a reference to their lion-like appearance.
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*In order to damage the Lynels in ''A Link to the Past'' with the [[Swords of A Link to the Past#Master Sword|Master Sword (Lv2)]], Link must hit them with a [[Spin Attack]].
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*There are only three Lynels in ''A Link to the Past'', but five of them appear in the new ending added to the [[Game Boy Advance]] version.
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==Etymology==
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==Gallery==
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File:TLoZ Lynel Red Sprite.png|The red sprite from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:TLoZ Lynel Blue Sprite.png|The blue sprite from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:TLoZ Lynel Red Million Publications Artwork.png|Million Publishing guide artwork of a red Lynel in ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:TLoZ Lynel Blue Million Publications Artwork.png|Million Publishing guide artwork of a blue Lynel in ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:LynelModelALBW.png|Death Mountain Lynel from ''A Link Between Worlds''
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File:Lynel dark aLBW.png| Treacherous Tower Lynel from ''A Link Between Worlds''
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File:BotW Lynel Model.png|A Lynel as seen in-game from ''Breath of the Wild''
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File:BotW Blue-Maned Lynel Model.png|Blue maned Lynel from ''Breath of the Wild''
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File:BotW White-Maned Lynel Model.png|White maned Lynel from ''Breath of the Wild''
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File:BotW Silver Lynel Model.png|Silver Lynel from ''Breath of the Wild''
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File:BoTW Lynel Concept Artwork.png|Official Concept art for Lynel in ''Breath of the Wild''
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File:BotW Lynel Mask Icon.png|Lynel Mask icon in ''Breath of the Wild''
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File:Lynels (VC).png|Lynels from the ''Legend of Zelda'' comic
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Template:Enemy The Lynel is a centaur-like being common to the overworld of The Legend of Zelda, Template:ALTTP, Template:OOA, Oracle of Seasons, A Link Between Worlds, and Breath of the Wild that is known not only for its varying coloration, but its resistance to all forms of close combat attack. These foes are often seen prowling around, but not exclusive to, mountainous climates in the titles they appear in.[1] Template:TLoZManual

Characteristics

The Lynel from A Link to the Past

The Lynel is an elusive enemy, but a hardened one, in comparison to many of the commonplace overworld creatures such as Octoroks and Keese, both of which can often be defeated in one strike of the sword. Another trademark feature of this species is their ability to shoot projectiles from their mouths; for example, the incarnation seen in The Legend of Zelda fires beam sword-like projectiles at Link whenever he is close by, while the versions seen in A Link to the Past and the Oracle titles regurgitate fireballs. Interestingly, the sword-like shots coming from the Lynel of The Legend of Zelda cannot be blocked with the standard shield, and must be evaded at all costs if Link is to remain uninjured; at least until he upgrades to the Magical Shield.[2] Only the Red Shield and Mirror Shield can deflect the Lynel's shots in A Link to the Past, and rightly so, as the small shield, as in The Legend of Zelda, is much too weak. In A Link Between Worlds, only the Hylian Shield can block its attacks.

The Golden Lynel from Oracle of Seasons

In Oracle of Seasons, the Lynel is one of the few foes, including Octoroks and Moblins, that may appear in a golden variety, considering certain conditions are met. Overall, the Lynel of the Oracle titles have the same general behavior with a slight change in physical appearance.

In A Link Between Worlds, Lynels attack differently: they release a flame thrower that projects a short distance, rather than a fireball, which flies long distances. There are two types of Lynel which appear in the game. The first appear on Death Mountain, and have white hair. The other variety has orange hair and a black body, and can only be found in Treacherous Tower. Their attacks are very damaging, so it's best to repeatedly attack them before they release the flame.

For the Lynels' 3D debut in Breath of the Wild, their lethality increases tenfold. They retain their fireball attack from previous games, but they also gain a sword and shield to fight with, and possess an entire repertoire of extremely powerful sword attacks. They also use a powerful bow with Shock Arrows, Ice Arrows or Fire Arrows if Link gets too far away from them. They are also quick, nimble, and make good use of their shields, making them formidable opponents. When defeated, they drop Lynel Hoofs, Lynel Horns and Lynel Guts, along with their weapon, Shield, Bow and Elemental Arrows. Silver Lynels have a strong chance of dropping Rare Ore but also very rarely drop Star Fragments.

Varieties

In all of its appearances, the Lynel appears in different forms, and hence different colors. There are most often two varieties, with increasing power and strength. In The Legend of Zelda, A Link to the Past, Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages, the red Lynel will fire projectiles that inflict one heart of damage, while the blue Lynel inflicts double damage. In A Link Between Worlds, the varieties are distinguished by the colour of their hair, and share the same characteristics. Breath of the Wild also introduces Silver Lynels, which are even more formidable than their red-maned, blue-maned or white-maned counterparts.

Weaknesses

The red variety from the Oracle titles
The blue incarnation from the Oracle titles

Link can typically defeat Lynels through conventional means, such as using his Sword. However, in A Link to the Past, Lynels are immune to every type of attack except when using the Tempered Sword, Golden Sword, Magic Hammer, Silver Arrow or a Spin Attack with the Master Sword.

Non-canon Appearances

Non-Canon Information

Animated series

Lynels (Sing for the Unicorn)

Lynels in the animated series

Two Lynels appear in the "Sing for the Unicorn" episode of the animated series. Before Link, Princess Zelda and Sing can make their way to Ganon's lair, Link must fight a pair of Lynels, one blue and one red, that stand in their way. The young hero blocks their attacks and then proceeds to zap both of them, with one of them dropping a recorder that would allow them to escape the Underworld later on in the episode.

The Legend of Zelda comic

Lynels also appear in the Day of the Triforce story from the Legend of Zelda comic. These foes, along with other of Ganon's minions, go to the Water Town of Saria to set fire to the village, as well as capturing and injuring many of its people.[3] When Cassiopia goes to North Palace to inform Princess Zelda of what has happened, Zelda decides to go to Saria to aid Cassiopia and the rest of the citizens. Upon arrival, Zelda encourages the townsfolk to fight back,[4] and together, the princess along with the Saria people successfully defeat the Lynels and the rest of the monsters.[5]

Trivia

  • In the Oracle of Seasons book, Lynels are incorrectly identified as "Fire Cats", a reference to their lion-like appearance.
  • In order to damage the Lynels in A Link to the Past with the Master Sword (Lv2), Link must hit them with a Spin Attack.
  • There are only three Lynels in A Link to the Past, but five of them appear in the new ending added to the Game Boy Advance version.

Etymology

TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese ライネル (Raineru) Lynel
French Republic FrenchEU Lynel
Federal Republic of Germany German Lynel
Kingdom of Spain SpanishEU Centaleón A combination of centa- (centaur) and león (lion in spanish)
Community of Latin American and Caribbean States SpanishLA Lynel

Gallery

  • The red sprite from The Legend of Zelda

    The red sprite from The Legend of Zelda

  • TLoZ Lynel Blue Sprite.png

    The blue sprite from The Legend of Zelda

  • TLoZ Lynel Red Million Publications Artwork.png

    Million Publishing guide artwork of a red Lynel in The Legend of Zelda

  • TLoZ Lynel Blue Million Publications Artwork.png

    Million Publishing guide artwork of a blue Lynel in The Legend of Zelda

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    Death Mountain Lynel from A Link Between Worlds

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    Treacherous Tower Lynel from A Link Between Worlds

  • A Lynel as seen in-game from Breath of the Wild

    A Lynel as seen in-game from Breath of the Wild

  • Blue maned Lynel from Breath of the Wild

    Blue maned Lynel from Breath of the Wild

  • White maned Lynel from Breath of the Wild

    White maned Lynel from Breath of the Wild

  • Silver Lynel from Breath of the Wild

    Silver Lynel from Breath of the Wild

  • BoTW Lynel Concept Artwork.png

    Official Concept art for Lynel in Breath of the Wild

  • Lynel Mask icon in Breath of the Wild

    Lynel Mask icon in Breath of the Wild

  • Lynels from the Legend of Zelda comic

    Lynels from the Legend of Zelda comic

References

  1. ↑ "The guardian who attacks all those who come near Death Mountain." (The Legend of Zelda (Game) manual, pg. 30)
  2. ↑ "Watch out! He's pretty strong, and Link's little shield can't stop his sword." (The Legend of Zelda (Game) manual, pg. 30)
  3. ↑ Template:Cite book
  4. ↑ Template:Cite book
  5. ↑ Template:Cite book

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