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{{Item
 
{{Item
 
|name = Boomerang
 
|name = Boomerang
|image = [[File:ALBW Boomerang.png|150px]]
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|image = [[File:ALBW Boomerang.png|130px]]
|caption = Artwork of the Boomerang in ''A Link Between Worlds''
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|caption = Boomerang artwork from ''A Link Between Worlds''
|game = All except {{AOL}} and {{SS}}
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|game = All except {{TAoL}} and {{SS}}
|other = [[The Legend of Zelda (TV series)|Animated series]]<br>{{GW}}<br>''[[Super Smash Bros.]]'' series<br>''[[Soulcalibur II]]''
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|other = [[The Legend of Zelda (TV series)|Animated series]]<br>{{GW}}<br>{{SSB}}<br>{{SSBM}}<br>{{SSBB}}<br>{{SSB4}}<br>{{SCII}}<br>{{HW}}
|cost = 300 [[Rupee]]s{{Exp|The Minish Cap}}
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|cost = 300 [[Rupee]]s {{ExpGame|TMC}}<br>800 [[Rupee]]s {{ExpGame|ALBW}}
|uses = Used to retrieve distant items, stun and often kill enemies, hit switches.
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|uses = Used to retrieve distant items, stun or defeat enemies, hit switches
 
|comp = [[Beetle (Item)|Beetle]]
 
|comp = [[Beetle (Item)|Beetle]]
 
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The '''Boomerang''' is a projectile weapon that has appeared in almost every [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Zelda'' game]]. It is generally acquired early in the game.
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The '''Boomerang''' is a recurring item in {{LZS|Series}}.
   
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==Uses==
 
==Uses==
 
{{ImageCaption
 
{{ImageCaption
|image = File:ST_Link_Boomerang.png
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|image = File:ST Link Boomerang.png
 
|size = 150px
 
|size = 150px
 
|align = right
 
|align = right
|caption = Artwork of Link throwing the boomerang in ''Spirit Tracks''
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|caption = Link throwing the Boomerang artwork from ''Spirit Tracks''
 
|captionalign = center
 
|captionalign = center
 
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In general terms, the Boomerang can be used for both combat and puzzle solving. It is useful to stun enemies, although a single hit will kill frail enemies such as [[Keese]]. However, it is more commonly used to retrieve items that are out of [[Link]]'s reach<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=If you hit an enemy with this, it will be stunned for a short time (some enemies will sustain damage when hit by the boomerang). The boomerang can also retrieve distant [[Rupee]]s and [[Heart]]s.|game=A Link to the Past|page=37}}</ref> or to solve [[puzzle]]s. The boomerang first appeared in {{LOZ}} and has gone through several design changes since then. Recently, even the way it is used has been altered: in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'', the player can draw the path that the boomerang will take, allowing a more direct control of the boomerang. Moreover, this item can also be used to turn [[Spark]]s and [[Whisp|Anti-Fairies]] into [[Fairy|Fairies]] in specific ''Zelda'' games.
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The Boomerang can be used for both combat and [[puzzle]] solving. It is useful to stun enemies, although a single hit will defeat weak enemies such as [[Keese]]. It is more commonly used to retrieve items that are out of [[Link]]'s reach<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=If you hit an enemy with this, it will be stunned for a short time (some enemies will sustain damage when hit by the boomerang). The boomerang can also retrieve distant [[Rupee]]s and [[Heart]]s.|game=A Link to the Past|page=37}}</ref> or to solve puzzles. The Boomerang first appeared in {{TLoZ}} and has gone through several design changes since then. In {{PH}} and {{ST}}, Link can draw the path that the Boomerang will take, allowing a more direct control of it. Moreover, the Boomerang can also be used to turn [[Spark]]s and [[Whisp|Anti-Fairies]] into [[Fairy|Fairies]] in specific games.
   
 
==Locations==
 
==Locations==
Being a staple item in the [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Zelda'' franchise]], the boomerang is found almost always in a [[dungeon]], and frequently among the first four. To date, all of the console 3D installments have the item guarded by [[mini-boss]]es.
 
 
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|[[File:BoomerangLoZ.png|35px]]
 
|[[File:BoomerangLoZ.png|35px]]
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|{{TLoZ}}
 
|[[Eagle (Dungeon)|Level 1]]{{exp|First and Second Quest}}
 
|[[Eagle (Dungeon)|Level 1]]{{exp|First and Second Quest}}
 
|Upgrades to Magical Boomerang
 
|Upgrades to Magical Boomerang
 
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|[[File:BoomerangSprite ALttP.png|50px]]
 
|[[File:BoomerangSprite ALttP.png|50px]]
|{{ALTTP}}
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|{{ALttP}}
 
|[[Hyrule Castle (A Link to the Past)|Hyrule Castle]]
 
|[[Hyrule Castle (A Link to the Past)|Hyrule Castle]]
 
|Upgrades to Magical Boomerang
 
|Upgrades to Magical Boomerang
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|[[File:BoomerangG Large.png|75px]]
 
|[[File:BoomerangG Large.png|75px]]
|{{OOT}}
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|{{OoT}}
 
|[[Jabu-Jabu's Belly]]
 
|[[Jabu-Jabu's Belly]]
 
|Can only be used as [[Young Link]]
 
|Can only be used as [[Young Link]]
 
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|[[File:Boomerang TWW.png|55px]]
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|[[File:Boomerang OOX.png|40px]]
|{{TWW}}
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|{{OoS}}
|[[Forbidden Forest]]
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|[[Subrosia]]
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|[[File:Boomerang OOX.png|40px]]
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|[[Rolling Ridge]]
 
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|{{FS}}
 
|Various levels
 
|Various levels
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|[[File:TWW Boomerang.png|55px]]
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|{{TWW}}
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|[[Forbidden Forest]]
 
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|[[File:Boomerang FSA.png|40px]]
 
|[[File:Boomerang FSA.png|40px]]
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|{{FSA}}
|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''
 
 
|Various levels
 
|Various levels
 
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|[[File:BoomerangTMC.gif|35px]]
 
|[[File:BoomerangTMC.gif|35px]]
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|{{TMC}}
|''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''
 
 
|[[Hyrule Town Shop]]
 
|[[Hyrule Town Shop]]
 
|Bought for 300 [[Rupee]]s<br>Upgrades to the Magical Boomerang
 
|Bought for 300 [[Rupee]]s<br>Upgrades to the Magical Boomerang
 
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|[[File:Gale Boomerang.png|80px]]
 
|[[File:Gale Boomerang.png|80px]]
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|{{TP}}
|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''
 
 
|[[Forest Temple (Twilight Princess)|Forest Temple]]
 
|[[Forest Temple (Twilight Princess)|Forest Temple]]
 
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|[[File:Boomerangph.png|60px]]
 
|[[File:Boomerangph.png|60px]]
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|{{PH}}
|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''
 
 
|[[Temple of Fire]]
 
|[[Temple of Fire]]
 
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|[[File:Boomerangph.png|60px]]
 
|[[File:Boomerangph.png|60px]]
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|{{ST}}
|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''
 
 
|[[Snow Temple]]
 
|[[Snow Temple]]
 
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==Appearances==
 
==Appearances==
===Typical Boomerangs===
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===Standard Boomerangs===
These Boomerangs function only to stun and retrieve out-of-reach items. Note that some of these incarnations of the item can be upgraded as well, but that will be covered in another section below.
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These Boomerangs function only to stun and retrieve out-of-reach items. Some of them can be upgraded.
   
 
====''The Legend of Zelda''====
 
====''The Legend of Zelda''====
The Boomerang is one of the first items that can be acquired in {{LOZ}}. In both the First and [[Second Quest|Second]] Quests, it can be obtained by defeating a large number of [[Goriya]] in a room of the first [[dungeon]] in the game, the [[Eagle (Dungeon)|Eagle]] dungeon. Interestingly, it and the [[Magical Boomerang]] are the only major dungeon items to not be contained in an underground treasure room.
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The Boomerang is one of the first items that can be acquired in {{TLoZ}}. In both the First and [[Second Quest]]s, it can be obtained by defeating a large number of [[Goriya]] in a room of the first [[Dungeon]] in the game, the [[Eagle]]. It and the Magical Boomerang are the only major Dungeon items to not be contained in an underground room.
   
====''Adventure of Link''====
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====''The Adventure of Link''====
While Link cannot obtain a Boomerang as a weapon in this game, [[Goriya]]s continue to use them to attack Link.
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While Link cannot obtain a Boomerang as a weapon in ''The Adventure of Link'', [[Goriya]]s continue to use them to attack him.
   
 
====''A Link to the Past''====
 
====''A Link to the Past''====
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[[File:BoomerangALttP.png|left]]
[[File:Boomerang ALttP.png|100px|left]]In {{ALTTP}}, the Boomerang is again found early in the game, this time in [[Hyrule Castle]]. Its exact location is a few rooms before the prison where the [[Ball and Chain Trooper]] holds [[Princess Zelda]] captive, and it is the [[Dungeon Item]], contained in a chest that is listed as a [[Big Chest]] on the map but is in fact a regular small chest. If Link fails to collect the Boomerang in the dungeon, he can also find another one in the house of the [[Sweeping Lady]] in [[Kakariko Village]]. If Link does not open either chest, he can obtain a [[Magical Boomerang]] from a chest in the [[Village of Outcasts]] later in the game, although he can also obtain this item by taking the regular Boomerang to the [[Waterfall of Wishing]].
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In {{ALttP}}, the Boomerang is again found in [[Hyrule Castle]]. Its exact location is a few rooms before the prison where the [[Ball and Chain Trooper]] holds [[Princess Zelda]] captive, contained in a [[Treasure Chest]] that is listed as a Big Chest on the map but is in fact a regular Small Chest. If Link fails to collect the Boomerang in the Dungeon, he can also find another one in the house of the [[Sweeping Lady]] in [[Kakariko Village]]. If Link does not open either chest, he can obtain a Magical Boomerang from a chest in the [[Village of Outcasts]], although he can also obtain it by taking the regular Boomerang to the [[Waterfall of Wishing]].
   
 
Unlike most other games in the series, the regular Boomerang is blue, while the Magical Boomerang is red.
 
Unlike most other games in the series, the regular Boomerang is blue, while the Magical Boomerang is red.
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====''Ocarina of Time''====
 
====''Ocarina of Time''====
[[File:OOTBoomerang.png|80px|left]]
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[[File:OOTBoomerang.png|50px|left]]
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In {{OoT}}, the Boomerang is found [[Inside Jabu-Jabu's Belly]]. It allows Link to get out-of-reach items such as [[Gold Skulltula]] Tokens. It can also be use to defeat weak enemies or stun bigger ones. When used, the camera shifts to a first person perspective. When targeting at an enemy, the Boomerang will follow its target until hit. If the enemy gets out of its reach, the Boomerang will return to Link. It can only be used by [[Young Link]].
{{OOT}} marks the first time the Boomerang is placed in a tridimensional space. It is found [[Inside Jabu-Jabu's Belly|inside Lord Jabu-Jabu's belly]], in a room infested by enemies, and becomes Young Link's most powerful ranged weapon. It provides Young Link's counterpart to Adult Link's [[hookshot]], allowing Young Link to finally capture those out-of-reach [[Gold Skulltula Token]]s. Although Jabu-Jabu's Belly is the last dungeon Young Link goes through before entering the [[Temple of Time]], the Boomerang still proves invaluable when Link returns to the past to go through the [[Bottom of the Well]] and the [[Spirit Temple]].
 
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====''Oracle'' Series====
 
In {{OoA}}, the Boomerang can be found in the [[Rolling Ridge]] as a prize from the [[Shooting Gallery#Oracle of Ages|Goron Shooting Gallery]]. In {{OoS}}, it can be found in [[Subrosia]] as a prize from the [[Dance Hall]]. The Boomerang is a required item in ''Oracle of Seasons'', but not in ''Oracle of Ages''.
   
====''Oracle of Ages'' and ''Oracle of Seasons''====
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====''Four Swords''====
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In {{FS}}, the Boomerang appears in various stages. It can only be used in the stage where it was obtained. It is useful to collect [[Rupee]]s.
The Boomerang returns as a useful weapon in {{OOA}}, and is found in [[Rolling Ridge]] as a prize from the [[Shooting Gallery#Oracle of Ages|Goron Shooting Gallery]]. {{OOS}} includes a boomerang identical to the one in ''Oracle of Ages'', but this time, it is found in [[Subrosia]] as a prize from the [[Dance Hall]]. The Boomerang is a required item in ''Oracle of Seasons'', but not in ''Oracle of Ages''.
 
   
====''Four Swords'' and ''The Minish Cap''====
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====''The Minish Cap''====
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In {{TMC}}, the Boomerang can be bought in the [[Hyrule Castle Town|Hyrule Town]] Shop for 300 [[Rupee]]s. It can be upgraded to the Magical Boomerang by [[Kinstone Fusion|fusing]] [[Kinstone]]s with the [[Tingle Brothers]].
[[File:Boomerang(FS).gif|left]]
 
The traditional Boomerang makes another appearance in {{FS}}. Because ''Four Swords'' is a competitive game, it is most useful for collecting [[Rupee]]s before opponents but can still be used as a weapon as well. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'', the Boomerang can be bought in the shop at [[Hyrule Castle Town|Hyrule Town]] for 300 [[Rupee]]s.
 
   
 
====''A Link Between Worlds''====
 
====''A Link Between Worlds''====
The standard Boomerang is available in {{ALBW}} as an item that can be obtained from [[Ravio's Shop]]. Like other items in the game, it can be borrowed early on and later bought permanently. The Boomerang can be rented for 50 [[Rupee]]s and bought for 800. It functions similarly to its counterpart in ''A Link to the Past'' and comes with an upgradable option from [[Mother Maiamai]] called the ''Nice Boomerang''. Retrieving this upgrade improves the speed and range of the Boomerang and allows there to be three onscreen at once.
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In {{ALBW}} the Boomerang can be obtained from [[Ravio's Shop]]. Like other items in the game, it can be borrowed and bought permanently. The Boomerang can be rented for 50 Rupees and bought for 800 (unless it is the first item bought, in which case, it will cost 400 Rupees). It can be upgradable to the Nice Boomerang by bringing Lost [[Maiamai]]s to [[Mother Maiamai]]. The upgrade improves the speed and range of the Boomerang and allows Link to throw three Boomerangs at a time.
   
 
===Boomerangs with Added Characteristics===
 
===Boomerangs with Added Characteristics===
The Boomerangs listed below have other characteristics besides and along with those of stunning and item retrieval.
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These Boomerangs have other added characteristics.
   
 
====''Link's Awakening''====
 
====''Link's Awakening''====
[[File:Boomerang LA.png|thumb|right|Link trades an item to the Goriya for the Boomerang]]
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[[File:Boomerang LA.png|thumb|right|Link obtaining the Boomerang in ''Link's Awakening'']]
In {{LA}}, the Boomerang is a very useful but optional weapon, and it is one of the most powerful weapons in the game. In order to acquire it, Link must first complete [[Link's Awakening Trading Sequence|the trading sequence]] in order to receive the [[Magnifying Lens]]. Link must then visit [[Toronbo Shores]] and find a hidden cave on the eastern side. Inside, with the help of the Magnifying Lens, he will meet a [[Goriya]] who will offer to trade Link a boomerang for a weapon of his choice.
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In {{LA}}, the Boomerang is an optional weapon. To obtain it, Link must first complete [[Link's Awakening Trading Sequence|the trading sequence]] in order to receive the [[Magnifying Lens]]. Link must then visit [[Toronbo Shores]] and find a hidden cave on the eastern side. Inside, with the help of the Magnifying Lens, he will meet a [[Goriya]] who will offer to trade Link a Boomerang for a weapon of his choice.
   
The Boomerang can again be used in the traditional way, but it now has a few more uses, such as to cut bushes. Its usefulness as a weapon has also been greatly improved. In this game, few weapons will get the job done faster than the boomerang. It is one of the two weapons able to kill an [[Anti-Fairy]], the other being the [[Magic Powder]] and the only weapon able to kill a [[Spark]]. It can also defeat certain enemies in one hit that no other weapons can, such as [[Ghini]]s. In other cases, it is surpassed slightly by weapons such as the [[Bow#Link's Awakening|Bow]] and [[Magic Rod#Link's Awakening|Magic Rod]]. The Boomerang is perhaps most useful in defeating the final form of the Final Nightmare, [[Nightmare#DethI|DethI]]. It can be a very difficult fight, but if Link has the boomerang, it is much easier, since a single hit to the eye with the boomerang will defeat DethI.
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The Boomerang can be used in the traditional way, but it now has more uses, such as cutting bushes. The Boomerang is one of the two weapons able to defeat an [[Anti-Fairy]], the other being the [[Magic Powder]]. It is also the only weapon able to defeat a [[Spark]]. It can also defeat certain enemies in one hit such as [[Ghini]]s. The Boomerang is the most effective weapon against the final form of [[Nightmare]], as it can be defeated in one hit.
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====''The Wind Waker'', ''Phantom Hourglass'', and ''Spirit Tracks''====
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====''The Wind Waker''====
[[File:Boomerang Icon TWW.png|right|50px]]
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[[File:Boomerang Icon TWW.png|left|40px]]
{{TWW}} adds another new feature to the Boomerang. The item, found in the [[Forbidden Woods]] and guarded by a winged [[Mothula]], can now lock on to up to five different targets.<ref>{{cite|You got the Boomerang! Set it to and throw it with [Y], [Z], or [X]. Target specific objects by holding the button you set it to and aiming at something until the red targeting cursor changes to a [Target lock mark]. You can target up to five objects at once.|N/A|TWW}}</ref> This feature is often used for solving puzzles involving switches or for collecting multiple items at the same time. It is relatively weak as a weapon.
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{{TWW}} adds another new feature to the Boomerang. Found in the [[Forbidden Woods]], it now can lock on to up to five different targets.<ref>{{cite|You got the Boomerang! Set it to and throw it with [Y], [Z], or [X]. Target specific objects by holding the button you set it to and aiming at something until the red targeting cursor changes to a [Target lock mark]. You can target up to five objects at once.|N/A|TWW}}</ref> This feature is often used for solving puzzles involving switches or for collecting multiple items at the same time.
   
 
====''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''====
[[File:ST Boomerang.png|left]]
 
 
[[File:ST Boomerang.png|right]]
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'', while showing the Boomerang with a mildly similar look as in ''The Wind Waker'', once again reinvents its use, allowing the player to draw a specific path for it to follow using the stylus; the Boomerang in this game is found in the [[Temple of Fire]]. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'', the Boomerang can be found inside the [[Snow Temple]]. It functions in the same way that it did in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' with one exception: when the boomerang flies through a flame or ice flame, it will become the fire or ice boomerang.
 
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In {{PH}} and {{ST}}, the Boomerang allows Link to to draw a specific path for it to follow. In ''Spirit Tracks'', the Boomerang can fly through fire and ice to light up torches or freeze water. It can be found in the [[Temple of Fire]] in ''Phanton Hourglass'', and the [[Snow Temple]] in ''Spirit Tracks''.
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====''Four Swords Adventures''====
 
====''Four Swords Adventures''====
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In {{FSA}}, the Boomerang canbe held in place before returning to Link. This is useful for retrieving moving [[Force Gem]]s.
[[File:Boomerang FSA.png|left|Boomerang sprite]]
 
The second cooperative competitive ''Zelda'' title, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'', has the Links searching for [[Force Gem]]s rather than Rupees, but the boomerang is still very useful for getting to the Force Gems before opponents. Unlike the original multiplayer game, the boomerang can now be held in place before returning to Link. This can be useful for retrieving moving force gems or attacking some enemies and is a great weapon at sea.
 
   
 
===Special Variants===
 
===Special Variants===
The following incarnations of the item have even more extra features, including a change in name.
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These Boomerangs include even more added functionalities, including a change in its name.
   
 
====Magic Boomerang====
 
====Magic Boomerang====
[[File:BoomerangMagical.png|left|50px]]
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[[File:BoomerangMagical.png|left|30px]]
In {{LOZ}}, an upgraded version of the Boomerang, the blue '''Magical Boomerang''', could also be obtained later in the game. In the first quest, it could be found in the second dungeon, the [[Moon Labyrinth]]. However in the second quest, its location was moved to the third dungeon. The only main difference between the Boomerang and the Magical Boomerang is the distance they can be thrown. The Magical Boomerang will fly twice as far when thrown before returning to [[Link]]. {{ALTTP}} incorporates a Boomerang that can be upgraded to the Magical Boomerang by visiting the [[Waterfall of Wishing]]. The [[Great Fairy]] there will upgrade it if Link tells her the truth.
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In ''The Legend of Zelda'', an upgraded version of the Boomerang, called the '''Magical Boomerang''', can be obtained. In the First Quest, it can be found in the [[Moon (Dungeon)|Moon]] Dungeon. In the second quest, it is located in the [[Manji]] Dungeon. The Magical Boomerang will fly twice as far when thrown before returning to Link.
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[[File:MagicalBoomerangALttP.png|left]]
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''A Link to the Past'' incorporates a Boomerang that can be upgraded to the Magical Boomerang by visiting the [[Waterfall of Wishing]]. The [[Great Fairy]] there will upgrade it if Link tells her the truth.
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''Oracle of Seasons'' has a Magic Boomerang that is not found in ''Oracle of Ages''. Rather than being simply a distance upgrade, the Magic Boomerang is completely under Link's control. Link can guide its path around obstacles in order to solve more complicated puzzles.
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In ''Four Swords Adventures'', the Boomerang can be upgraded to the Level 2 Boomerang, which is faster and have a longer reach.
   
{{OOS}} also has a second Boomerang that is not found in the other ''Oracle'' game, the Magic Boomerang. Rather than being simply a distance upgrade, the Magic Boomerang is completely under Link's control. Link can guide its path around obstacles in order to solve more complicated puzzles. When the Boomerang is upgraded to a Level 2 Boomerang in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'', it will have a longer reach and speed out of Link's hand faster. The Magical Boomerang also appears ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'' and is acquired by fusing [[Kinstone]]s with [[Tingle]] and [[Tingle Brothers|his brothers]] to reveal a hidden chest underground. This Boomerang has a longer range, can change direction mid-flight, and will destroy some enemies the regular Boomerang only stuns.
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In ''The Minish Cap'', the Magical Boomerang can be obtained by fusing Kinstones with [[Tingle]] and his brothers, which will reveal a hidden Treasure Chest underground. The Magical Boomerang has a longer range, can change direction mid-flight, and will defeat enemies that the regular Boomerang only stuns.
   
 
====Zora Boomerang====
 
====Zora Boomerang====
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', the boomerang does not appear as an item but as an ability of Link in his [[Zora Link|Zora form]]. The fins in the forearms of Zora Link become boomerangs when the "B" button is charged. At this point, the actions of Link are the same as if he were holding the boomerang button in {{OOT}} with the exception of this version being two boomerangs. The attributes of these weapons are basically the same as their previous incarnation. In the Zora Fight Song, Mikau calls these boomerangs his "double cutters".<ref>{{cite|For my deadly move, press and hold (B). Now release! It's the final blow. My double cutters!|[[Mikau]]|MM}}</ref>
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In ''Majora's Mask'', the Boomerang does not appear as an item but as an ability of [[Zora Link]]. The fins in his forearms become Boomerangs when the B button is charged. The actions of Link are the same as if he were holding the a Boomerang, with the exception of this version being two. The attributes of these weapons are the same as their previous incarnation. In the "Zora Fight Song", [[Mikau]] calls them the double cutters.<ref>{{cite|For my deadly move, press and hold (B). Now release! It's the final blow. My double cutters!|[[Mikau]]|MM}}</ref>
   
 
====Gale Boomerang====
 
====Gale Boomerang====
[[File:Gale Boomerang Whirlwind.jpg|110px|left|thumb|Using the Gale Boomerang]]
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[[File:Gale Boomerang Icon TP.png|right|50px]]
 
In {{TP}}, the '''Gale Boomerang''' is a special Boomerang inhabited by the [[Fairy of Winds]] who allows it to summon small gales in order to attack or retrieve objects. It was originally held by the possessed [[Ook]], the leader of the [[Faron Woods]] [[Monkey]]s. It is found in the [[Forest Temple (Twilight Princess)|Forest Temple]] after fighting Ook and can be used to transport objects from one area to another, solve puzzles, and put out [[torch]]es.
[[File:Gale Boomerang.png|The Gale Boomerang|right|250px]]
 
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' further reinvents the Boomerang. The '''Gale Boomerang''' is a special boomerang inhabited by the [[Fairy of Winds]] who allows it to summon small gales in order to attack or retrieve objects. It was originally held by the possessed [[Ook]], the leader of the [[Faron Woods]] monkeys. It is found in the [[Forest Temple (Twilight Princess)|Forest Temple]] after fighting Ook and can be used to transport objects from one area to another, solve puzzles, and put out torches. This is also the first boomerang to house the spirit of a fairy, in this case the [[Fairy of Winds]].
 
   
The biggest difference is the mini-tornado that is produced when the Boomerang is launched. It works similarly to the boomerang in ''The Wind Waker'', giving Link the option to lock onto up to five targets. It is used for many purposes throughout the game such as spinning fans, turning the direction of bridges, and catching [[Golden Bugs]] located across Hyrule. The Gale Boomerang is the key item needed to defeat the Forest Temple's boss, [[Diababa]].
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The biggest difference is the mini-tornado that is produced when the Boomerang is launched. It works similarly to the Boomerang in ''The Wind Waker'', giving Link the option to lock onto up to five targets. It can be used to spin fans, turn the direction of bridges, and catch [[Golden Bug]]s.
   
 
==Upgrading the Boomerang==
 
==Upgrading the Boomerang==
In some games, such as {{LOZ}} and {{ALTTP}}, the boomerang can be upgraded to a faster, stronger version. Usually the upgrades to the boomerang involve increase the range of the weapon, and in {{ALBW}}, it allows for there to be three onscreen Boomerangs at a time.<ref>{{cite|Nice! The boomerang is more powerful now! Try it out to see its stronger effects! You can now throw three in a row! Speed and flying distance are also improved!|N/A|ALBW}}</ref>
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In some games, the Boomerang can be upgraded to add extra features, such as a faster throwing speed, dealing more damage, extend its range, or throw various Boomerangs at a time.<ref>{{cite|Nice! The boomerang is more powerful now! Try it out to see its stronger effects! You can now throw three in a row! Speed and flying distance are also improved!|N/A|ALBW}}</ref>
 
''Four Swords Adventures'' highlights a new, arcade-like way of upgrading the boomerang into a much stronger version: Link must present his weapon to a [[Great Fairy]] at her [[Fairy Fountain|fountain]], and she will raise the Boomerang to "Level 2" - a stage which increases its speed and range.
 
   
 
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|[[File:MagicalBoomerangLoZ.png|28px]]
 
|[[File:MagicalBoomerangLoZ.png|28px]]
 
|Magical Boomerang
 
|Magical Boomerang
|Increased range
 
|Found in [[Moon|Level 2]]{{exp|First Quest}}<br>Found in [[Manji|Level 3]]{{exp|Second Quest}}
 
 
|''The Legend of Zelda''
 
|''The Legend of Zelda''
 
|Increase range
 
|Obtained in [[Moon|Level 2]]{{exp|First Quest}}<br>Obtained in [[Manji|Level 3]]{{exp|Second Quest}}
 
|-
 
|-
 
|[[File:MagicalBoomerang ALttP.png|40px]]
 
|[[File:MagicalBoomerang ALttP.png|40px]]
 
|Magical Boomerang
 
|Magical Boomerang
 
|''A Link to the Past''
|Increased speed and range
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|Increase speed and range
 
|Must throw it into the [[Waterfall of Wishing]]
 
|Must throw it into the [[Waterfall of Wishing]]
|''A Link to the Past''
 
 
|-
 
|-
 
|[[File:Magic Boomerang OOS.png|28px]]
 
|[[File:Magic Boomerang OOS.png|28px]]
 
|Magical Boomerang
 
|Magical Boomerang
 
|''Oracle of Seasons''
|Allows Link to control its flight path<ref>{{cite|Press while holding the button to control its flight path!|N/A|OOS}}</ref>
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|Control its flight path<ref>{{cite|Press while holding the button to control its flight path!|N/A|OOS}}</ref>
 
|Obtained in the [[Ancient Ruins]]
 
|Obtained in the [[Ancient Ruins]]
|''Oracle of Seasons''
 
 
|-
 
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|[[File:MagicalBoomerangTMC.gif|40px]]
 
|[[File:MagicalBoomerangTMC.gif|40px]]
 
|Magical Boomerang
 
|Magical Boomerang
 
|''The Minish Cap''
 
|Can change its path mid-flight<ref>{{cite|It's designed so you can change its direction after you throw it!|N/A|TMC}}</ref>
 
|Can change its path mid-flight<ref>{{cite|It's designed so you can change its direction after you throw it!|N/A|TMC}}</ref>
|Must [[Kinstone Fusion|fuse Kinstones]] with [[Tingle]] and [[Tingle Brothers|his brothers]]
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|Must fuse Kinstones with Tingle and his brothers
|''The Minish Cap''
 
 
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|[[File:Nice Boomerang.png|45px]]
 
|[[File:Nice Boomerang.png|45px]]
|{{Section|Nice Boomerang}}
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|Nice Boomerang
|Increased range and speed<br>Fire three Boomerangs<ref>{{cite|Nice! The boomerang is more powerful now! Try it out to see its stronger effects! You can now throw three in a row! Speed and flying distance are also improved!|N/A|ALBW}}</ref>
 
|Find 10 [[Maiamai]]s<br>Buy the Boomerang from [[Ravio's Shop]]
 
 
|''A Link Between Worlds''
 
|''A Link Between Worlds''
 
|Increase range and speed<br>Fire three Boomerangs at a time<ref>{{cite|Nice! The boomerang is more powerful now! Try it out to see its stronger effects! You can now throw three in a row! Speed and flying distance are also improved!|N/A|ALBW}}</ref>
 
|Buy the Boomerang from [[Ravio's Shop]]<br>Find 10 Lost [[Maiamai]]s
 
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==Other Appearances==
 
==Other Appearances==
 
{{noncanon|Start}}
 
{{noncanon|Start}}
 
===''The Legend of Zelda'' Game Watch===
 
===''The Legend of Zelda'' Game Watch===
[[File:Boomerang GW.png|right]]
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[[File:Boomerang GW.png|left]]
The boomerang appears in {{GW}}. One appears in each room, and [[Link]] must collect it and use it to defeat all the [[Iron Ball]]s.
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The Boomerang appears in {{GW}}. One appears in each room, and Link must collect it and use it to defeat all the [[Iron Ball]]s.
   
 
===Animated series===
 
===Animated series===
[[File:Boomerang Kangaroo (That Sinking Feeling).png|right|150px|The Boomerang in the animated series]]
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[[File:Boomerang Kangaroo (That Sinking Feeling).png|right|150px]]
[[File:Boomerang (That Sinking Feeling).png|left|thumb|Zelda wielding a boomerang]]
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[[File:Boomerang (That Sinking Feeling).png|left|thumb|Zelda wielding a Boomerang]]
 
The boomerang is one of the most used items in the [[The Legend of Zelda (TV series)|animated series]], and one hit from this weapon is capable of defeating most of Ganon's minions. It is mostly used by [[Princess Zelda]], although Link, [[Moblin]]s and [[Goriya]]s wield it as well. The boomerang first appears in "[[Cold Spells]]", where Zelda defeats various magically-possessed cleaning supplies with it. Later, in "[[Sing for the Unicorn]]", Zelda once again uses it to defeat an [[Armos Knight]] and [[Ganon]], rescuing Link and [[King Harkinian|her father]] in the process. The boomerang shown in "[[That Sinking Feeling]]" is given to Zelda by Link so that the two of them can fight off several [[Tektite]]s that have ambushed them. Link is not shown wielding this item until the "[[Stinging a Stinger]]" episode, which he uses it to defeat a [[Gohma]] with the help of Zelda's [[Magic Rope]].
 
The boomerang is one of the most used items in the [[The Legend of Zelda (TV series)|animated series]], and one hit from this weapon is capable of defeating most of Ganon's minions. It is mostly used by [[Princess Zelda]], although Link, [[Moblin]]s and [[Goriya]]s wield it as well. The boomerang first appears in "[[Cold Spells]]", where Zelda defeats various magically-possessed cleaning supplies with it. Later, in "[[Sing for the Unicorn]]", Zelda once again uses it to defeat an [[Armos Knight]] and [[Ganon]], rescuing Link and [[King Harkinian|her father]] in the process. The boomerang shown in "[[That Sinking Feeling]]" is given to Zelda by Link so that the two of them can fight off several [[Tektite]]s that have ambushed them. Link is not shown wielding this item until the "[[Stinging a Stinger]]" episode, which he uses it to defeat a [[Gohma]] with the help of Zelda's [[Magic Rope]].
   
 
Although the series mostly exemplifies the use of the boomerang for fighting enemies, the "[[Doppelganger]]" episode demonstrates how Zelda uses the boomerang to break free from the ropes that Ganon had tied around her hands.
 
Although the series mostly exemplifies the use of the boomerang for fighting enemies, the "[[Doppelganger]]" episode demonstrates how Zelda uses the boomerang to break free from the ropes that Ganon had tied around her hands.
 
===''The Legend of Zelda'' comic===
 
The Magic Boomerang from {{LOZ}} makes an appearance in the ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Comic)/Issue 5#Day of the Triforce|Day of the Triforce]]'' story of the [[The Legend of Zelda (Comic)|''Legend of Zelda'' comic]]. After [[Princess Zelda]] and [[Cassiopia]] arrive to the [[Water Town of Saria]] to fight off the monsters that have attacked the town, Cassiopia uses the Magic Boomerang to free her husband, the [[River Man]], from the chains that bind him.<ref>{{cite book|quote=Wait till I have freed you with the magic boomerang!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=4}}</ref>
 
 
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===''The Legend of Zelda'' Comic===
 
The Magic Boomerang from ''The Legend of Zelda'' makes an appearance in the ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Comic)/Issue 5#Day of the Triforce|Day of the Triforce]]'' story of the [[The Legend of Zelda (Comic)|''Legend of Zelda'' comic]]. After [[Princess Zelda]] and [[Cassiopia]] arrive to the [[Water Town of Saria]] to fight off the monsters that have attacked the town, Cassiopia uses the Magic Boomerang to free her husband, the [[River Man]], from the chains that bind him.<ref>{{cite book|quote=Wait till I have freed you with the magic boomerang!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=4}}</ref>
   
 
===''Super Smash Bros.'' Series===
 
===''Super Smash Bros.'' Series===
:''See [[ssb:Main Page|SmashWiki's]] article on [[ssb:Boomerang|Boomerang]] for more information.
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:''See {{ssb|Main Page|SmashWiki's}} article on {{ssb|Boomerang}} for more information.
 
[[File:Boomerang (SSBB).jpg|thumb|right|Toon Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'']]
 
[[File:Boomerang (SSBB).jpg|thumb|right|Toon Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'']]
   
In the [[ssb:Super Smash Bros. (series)|''Super Smash Bros.'' series]], the Boomerang functions as [[Link]]'s, [[Young Link|Young Link's]], and [[Toon Link|Toon Link's]] [[ssb:Special move|Special move]]. In its [[Super Smash Bros.|first appearance]], it is Link's [[ssb:Neutral special move|Neutral special move]], while in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', the boomerang serves as the Links' [[ssb:Side special move|side special move]]. While the boomerang from ''Ocarina of Time'' appears in the series' first two games, the Gale Boomerang appears in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'', replacing Link's standard Boomerang from ''Melee''. Other than hitting and damaging the opponent, the Gale Boomerang has a "wind" effect that pushes or pulls players who get caught in the whirlwind it creates. ''The Wind Waker''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s design of the Boomerang is used by Toon Link, and, more or less, functions identically to how it did in previous games.
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In the {{ssb|Super Smash Bros. (series)|''Super Smash Bros.'' series}}, the Boomerang functions as one of [[Link]]'s, [[Young Link]]'s, and [[Toon Link]]'s {{ssb|Special Move}}s. In {{SSB}}, it is Link's {{ssb|Neutral Special Move}}, while in {{SSBM}}, {{SSBB}}, and {{SSB4}} the Boomerang serves as the Links' {{ssb|Side Special Move}}. While the Boomerang from ''Ocarina of Time'' appears in the series' first two games, the Gale Boomerang appears in ''Brawl'' and the [[Wii U]] and [[Nintendo 3DS]] games, replacing Link's standard Boomerang. Other than hitting and damaging the opponent, the Gale Boomerang has a wind effect that pushes or pulls players who get caught in the whirlwind it creates. ''The Wind Waker'' design of the Boomerang is used by Toon Link.
   
While performing this move, the player can tap the Control Stick to increase its range; moreover, tilting the Control Stick up or down will cause Link to aim the boomerang in the specified direction. Both Young Link and Toon Link have greater control over the boomerang than the adult counterpart. Despite this, their range is much shorter than Adult Link's.
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While performing this move, the player can tap the Control Stick to increase its range; moreover, tilting the Control Stick up or down will cause Link to aim the Boomerang in the specified direction. Both Young Link and Toon Link have greater control over the Boomerang than the adult counterpart. Despite this, their range is much shorter than Adult Link's.
   
The Boomerang from ''The Wind Waker'' also appears as a collectible [[sticker]].
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The Boomerang from ''The Wind Waker'' also appears as a collectible [[Sticker]].
   
 
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===''Soulcalibur II''===
 
:''How to perform:'' {{SC2|ha}}{{SC2|p}}{{SC2|k}}
 
:''How to perform:'' {{SC2|ha}}{{SC2|p}}{{SC2|k}}
In ''[[Soulcalibur II]]'', the boomerang from ''Ocarina of Time'' is part of [[Soulcalibur II/Link's Moveset|Link's moveset]]. To get into the Boomerang Stance, the player must press the horizontal attack button and the kick button at the same time. Pressing the horizontal attack again will cause Link to release the boomerang towards his enemy. The boomerang attack is considered to be a high attack, dealing 25 HP worth of damage to the opponent.
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In {{SCII}}, the Boomerang from ''Ocarina of Time'' is part of [[Soulcalibur II/Link's Moveset|Link's moveset]]. To get into the Boomerang Stance, the player must press the horizontal attack button and the kick button at the same time. Pressing the horizontal attack again will cause Link to release the Boomerang towards his enemy. The Boomerang attack is considered to be a high attack, dealing 25 HP worth of damage to the opponent.
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===''Hyrule Warriors''===
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{{Future game}}
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The Boomerang appears as an item in {{HW}}. It can be upgraded to the Gale Boomerang.
 
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{{noncanon|End}}
   
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
File:BoomerangWoodenLoZArt.png|Wooden Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:BoomerangWoodenLoZArt.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:BoomerangWooden.png|The Wooden Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:BoomerangWooden.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:BoomerangLoZ.png|The in-game sprite of the Wooden Boomerang in ''The Legend of Zelda''
 
 
File:BoomerangLoZArt.png|Magical Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
 
File:BoomerangLoZArt.png|Magical Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:MagicalBoomerangLoZ.png|The in-game sprite of the Magical Boomerang as seen in ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:Link-Tossing-Boomerang-at-Octorok.png|Link throwing the Boomerang at an Octorok artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:Link-Tossing-Boomerang-at-Octorok.png|Artwork of Link throwing a boomerang at an [[Octorok]] from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:Boomerang ALttP.png|Boomerang artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:BoomerangSprite ALttP.png|The in-game sprite of the Boomerang in ''A Link to the Past''
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File:Zoralinkfins.png|Zora Link fins used as Boomerangs in ''Majora's Mask''
File:BoomerangALttP.png|The Boomerang, as seen in ''A Link to the Past'' when Link first obtains it
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File:Boomerang TWW.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Wind Waker''
File:MagicalBoomerang ALttP.png|The in-game sprite of the Magical Boomerang in ''A Link to the Past''
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File:Gale Boomerang Whirlwind.jpg|Link using the Gale Boomerang in ''Twilight Princess''
 
File:Boomerang Fan.jpg|Fan switches from ''Twilight Princess''
File:MagicalBoomerangALttP.png|The Magical Boomerang, as seen in ''A Link to the Past'' when Link first obtains it'
 
File:LAboomerang.png|The Boomerang in ''Link's Awakening''
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File:Boomerang Fire Switch.png|Drawing the Boomerang path in ''Phantom Hourglass''
File:BoomerangG Large.png|The Boomerang as seen in ''Ocarina of Time''
 
File:Boomerang OOX.png|The Boomerang in the ''Oracle'' games.
 
File:Magic Boomerang OOS.png|The Magic Boomerang in ''Oracle of Seasons''
 
File:BoomerangTMC.gif|The Boomerang in ''The Minish Cap''
 
File:MagicalBoomerangTMC.gif|The Magical Boomerang in ''The Minish Cap''
 
File:Boomerang TWW.png|The Boomerang in ''The Wind Waker''
 
File:TWW Boomerang.png|The Boomerang, as seen in-game in ''The Wind Waker''
 
File:Gale Boomerang.png|The Gale Boomerang from ''Twilight Princess''
 
File:Gale Boomerang Icon TP.png|The Gale Boomerang icon in ''Twilight Princess''
 
File:Boomerang_Fan.jpg|Fan switches in ''Twilight Princess''
 
File:Boomerang Fire Switch.png|The player can draw the path for the Boomerang in ''Phantom Hourglass''
 
File:Boomerangph.png|The Boomerang in ''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''
 
File:ALBW Boomerang.png|Artwork of the Boomerang in ''A Link Between Worlds''
 
 
File:RavioBoomerangALBW.png|Ravio demonstrating the Boomerang's use in ''A Link Between Worlds''
 
File:RavioBoomerangALBW.png|Ravio demonstrating the Boomerang's use in ''A Link Between Worlds''
 
File:Boomerang (SSBM).jpg|Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
 
File:Boomerang (SSBM).jpg|Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
 
File:Boomerang 2 (SSBM).jpg|Young Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
 
File:Boomerang 2 (SSBM).jpg|Young Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
 
File:Gale Boomerang (SSBB).jpg|Link using the Gale Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
 
File:Gale Boomerang (SSBB).jpg|Link using the Gale Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
File:Boomerang (SCII).png|Link using the Boomerang from ''Ocarina of Time'' in ''Soulcalibur II''
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File:Boomerang (SCII).png|Link using the Boomerang in ''Soulcalibur II''
 
File:HW Lana Boomerang.png|Lana obtaining the Boomerang in ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:LoZLinkBoomerang1988NintendoHasbro.jpg|Link using a boomerang; [[Merchandise/Action Figures|action figure]] from ''The Legend of Zelda''
 
 
File:HW Lana Gale Boomerang.png|Lana using the Gale Boomerang in ''Hyrule Warriors''
 
File:LoZLinkBoomerang1988NintendoHasbro.jpg|Link using the Boomerang action figure from ''The Legend of Zelda''
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
   

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[[File:ALBW Boomerang.png|20x20px]] [[|]] The Boomerang is a recurring item in Template:LZS.

Uses

File:ST Link Boomerang.png
Link throwing the Boomerang artwork from Spirit Tracks

The Boomerang can be used for both combat and puzzle solving. It is useful to stun enemies, although a single hit will defeat weak enemies such as Keese. It is more commonly used to retrieve items that are out of Link's reach[1] or to solve puzzles. The Boomerang first appeared in The Legend of Zelda and has gone through several design changes since then. In Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks, Link can draw the path that the Boomerang will take, allowing a more direct control of it. Moreover, the Boomerang can also be used to turn Sparks and Anti-Fairies into Fairies in specific games.

Locations

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Image Game Location Notes
File:BoomerangLoZ.png The Legend of Zelda Level 1Triforce piece Upgrades to Magical Boomerang
BoomerangSprite ALttP A Link to the Past Hyrule Castle Upgrades to Magical Boomerang
File:LAboomerang.png Link's Awakening Toronbo Shores
BoomerangG Large Ocarina of Time Jabu-Jabu's Belly Can only be used as Young Link
File:Boomerang OOX.png Oracle of Seasons Subrosia
File:Boomerang OOX.png Oracle of Ages Rolling Ridge
File:Boomerang(FS).gif Four Swords Various levels
File:TWW Boomerang.png The Wind Waker Forbidden Forest
File:Boomerang FSA.png Four Swords Adventures Various levels
File:BoomerangTMC.gif The Minish Cap Hyrule Town Shop Bought for 300 Rupees
Upgrades to the Magical Boomerang
File:Gale Boomerang.png Twilight Princess Forest Temple
File:Boomerangph.png Phantom Hourglass Temple of Fire
File:Boomerangph.png Spirit Tracks Snow Temple
ALBW Boomerang A Link Between Worlds Ravio's Shop Upgrades to the Nice Boomerang

Appearances

Standard Boomerangs

These Boomerangs function only to stun and retrieve out-of-reach items. Some of them can be upgraded.

The Legend of Zelda

The Boomerang is one of the first items that can be acquired in The Legend of Zelda. In both the First and Second Quests, it can be obtained by defeating a large number of Goriya in a room of the first Dungeon in the game, the Eagle. It and the Magical Boomerang are the only major Dungeon items to not be contained in an underground room.

The Adventure of Link

While Link cannot obtain a Boomerang as a weapon in The Adventure of Link, Goriyas continue to use them to attack him.

A Link to the Past

In A Link to the Past, the Boomerang is again found in Hyrule Castle. Its exact location is a few rooms before the prison where the Ball and Chain Trooper holds Princess Zelda captive, contained in a Treasure Chest that is listed as a Big Chest on the map but is in fact a regular Small Chest. If Link fails to collect the Boomerang in the Dungeon, he can also find another one in the house of the Sweeping Lady in Kakariko Village. If Link does not open either chest, he can obtain a Magical Boomerang from a chest in the Village of Outcasts, although he can also obtain it by taking the regular Boomerang to the Waterfall of Wishing.

Unlike most other games in the series, the regular Boomerang is blue, while the Magical Boomerang is red.

Ocarina of Time

In Ocarina of Time, the Boomerang is found Inside Jabu-Jabu's Belly. It allows Link to get out-of-reach items such as Gold Skulltula Tokens. It can also be use to defeat weak enemies or stun bigger ones. When used, the camera shifts to a first person perspective. When targeting at an enemy, the Boomerang will follow its target until hit. If the enemy gets out of its reach, the Boomerang will return to Link. It can only be used by Young Link.

Oracle Series

In Oracle of Ages, the Boomerang can be found in the Rolling Ridge as a prize from the Goron Shooting Gallery. In Oracle of Seasons, it can be found in Subrosia as a prize from the Dance Hall. The Boomerang is a required item in Oracle of Seasons, but not in Oracle of Ages.

Four Swords

In Four Swords, the Boomerang appears in various stages. It can only be used in the stage where it was obtained. It is useful to collect Rupees.

The Minish Cap

In The Minish Cap, the Boomerang can be bought in the Hyrule Town Shop for 300 Rupees. It can be upgraded to the Magical Boomerang by fusing Kinstones with the Tingle Brothers.

A Link Between Worlds

In A Link Between Worlds the Boomerang can be obtained from Ravio's Shop. Like other items in the game, it can be borrowed and bought permanently. The Boomerang can be rented for 50 Rupees and bought for 800 (unless it is the first item bought, in which case, it will cost 400 Rupees). It can be upgradable to the Nice Boomerang by bringing Lost Maiamais to Mother Maiamai. The upgrade improves the speed and range of the Boomerang and allows Link to throw three Boomerangs at a time.

Boomerangs with Added Characteristics

These Boomerangs have other added characteristics.

Link's Awakening

File:Boomerang LA.png

Link obtaining the Boomerang in Link's Awakening

In Link's Awakening, the Boomerang is an optional weapon. To obtain it, Link must first complete the trading sequence in order to receive the Magnifying Lens. Link must then visit Toronbo Shores and find a hidden cave on the eastern side. Inside, with the help of the Magnifying Lens, he will meet a Goriya who will offer to trade Link a Boomerang for a weapon of his choice.

The Boomerang can be used in the traditional way, but it now has more uses, such as cutting bushes. The Boomerang is one of the two weapons able to defeat an Anti-Fairy, the other being the Magic Powder. It is also the only weapon able to defeat a Spark. It can also defeat certain enemies in one hit such as Ghinis. The Boomerang is the most effective weapon against the final form of Nightmare, as it can be defeated in one hit.

The Wind Waker

The Wind Waker adds another new feature to the Boomerang. Found in the Forbidden Woods, it now can lock on to up to five different targets.[2] This feature is often used for solving puzzles involving switches or for collecting multiple items at the same time.

Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks

In Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks, the Boomerang allows Link to to draw a specific path for it to follow. In Spirit Tracks, the Boomerang can fly through fire and ice to light up torches or freeze water. It can be found in the Temple of Fire in Phanton Hourglass, and the Snow Temple in Spirit Tracks.

Four Swords Adventures

In Four Swords Adventures, the Boomerang canbe held in place before returning to Link. This is useful for retrieving moving Force Gems.

Special Variants

These Boomerangs include even more added functionalities, including a change in its name.

Magic Boomerang

In The Legend of Zelda, an upgraded version of the Boomerang, called the Magical Boomerang, can be obtained. In the First Quest, it can be found in the Moon Dungeon. In the second quest, it is located in the Manji Dungeon. The Magical Boomerang will fly twice as far when thrown before returning to Link.

A Link to the Past incorporates a Boomerang that can be upgraded to the Magical Boomerang by visiting the Waterfall of Wishing. The Great Fairy there will upgrade it if Link tells her the truth.

Oracle of Seasons has a Magic Boomerang that is not found in Oracle of Ages. Rather than being simply a distance upgrade, the Magic Boomerang is completely under Link's control. Link can guide its path around obstacles in order to solve more complicated puzzles.

In Four Swords Adventures, the Boomerang can be upgraded to the Level 2 Boomerang, which is faster and have a longer reach.

In The Minish Cap, the Magical Boomerang can be obtained by fusing Kinstones with Tingle and his brothers, which will reveal a hidden Treasure Chest underground. The Magical Boomerang has a longer range, can change direction mid-flight, and will defeat enemies that the regular Boomerang only stuns.

Zora Boomerang

In Majora's Mask, the Boomerang does not appear as an item but as an ability of Zora Link. The fins in his forearms become Boomerangs when the B button is charged. The actions of Link are the same as if he were holding the a Boomerang, with the exception of this version being two. The attributes of these weapons are the same as their previous incarnation. In the "Zora Fight Song", Mikau calls them the double cutters.[3]

Gale Boomerang

In Twilight Princess, the Gale Boomerang is a special Boomerang inhabited by the Fairy of Winds who allows it to summon small gales in order to attack or retrieve objects. It was originally held by the possessed Ook, the leader of the Faron Woods Monkeys. It is found in the Forest Temple after fighting Ook and can be used to transport objects from one area to another, solve puzzles, and put out torches.

The biggest difference is the mini-tornado that is produced when the Boomerang is launched. It works similarly to the Boomerang in The Wind Waker, giving Link the option to lock onto up to five targets. It can be used to spin fans, turn the direction of bridges, and catch Golden Bugs.

Upgrading the Boomerang

In some games, the Boomerang can be upgraded to add extra features, such as a faster throwing speed, dealing more damage, extend its range, or throw various Boomerangs at a time.[4]

Image Game Name Uses Method of Obtainment
File:MagicalBoomerangLoZ.png Magical Boomerang The Legend of Zelda Increase range Obtained in Level 2Triforce piece
Obtained in Level 3Triforce piece
MagicalBoomerang ALttP Magical Boomerang A Link to the Past Increase speed and range Must throw it into the Waterfall of Wishing
File:Magic Boomerang OOS.png Magical Boomerang Oracle of Seasons Control its flight path[5] Obtained in the Ancient Ruins
File:MagicalBoomerangTMC.gif Magical Boomerang The Minish Cap Can change its path mid-flight[6] Must fuse Kinstones with Tingle and his brothers
File:Nice Boomerang.png Nice Boomerang A Link Between Worlds Increase range and speed
Fire three Boomerangs at a time[7]
Buy the Boomerang from Ravio's Shop
Find 10 Lost Maiamais

Other Appearances

The Legend of Zelda Game Watch

The Boomerang appears in Template:GW. One appears in each room, and Link must collect it and use it to defeat all the Iron Balls.

Animated series

File:Boomerang (That Sinking Feeling).png

Zelda wielding a Boomerang

The boomerang is one of the most used items in the animated series, and one hit from this weapon is capable of defeating most of Ganon's minions. It is mostly used by Princess Zelda, although Link, Moblins and Goriyas wield it as well. The boomerang first appears in "Cold Spells", where Zelda defeats various magically-possessed cleaning supplies with it. Later, in "Sing for the Unicorn", Zelda once again uses it to defeat an Armos Knight and Ganon, rescuing Link and her father in the process. The boomerang shown in "That Sinking Feeling" is given to Zelda by Link so that the two of them can fight off several Tektites that have ambushed them. Link is not shown wielding this item until the "Stinging a Stinger" episode, which he uses it to defeat a Gohma with the help of Zelda's Magic Rope.

Although the series mostly exemplifies the use of the boomerang for fighting enemies, the "Doppelganger" episode demonstrates how Zelda uses the boomerang to break free from the ropes that Ganon had tied around her hands.

The Legend of Zelda Comic

The Magic Boomerang from The Legend of Zelda makes an appearance in the Day of the Triforce story of the Legend of Zelda comic. After Princess Zelda and Cassiopia arrive to the Water Town of Saria to fight off the monsters that have attacked the town, Cassiopia uses the Magic Boomerang to free her husband, the River Man, from the chains that bind him.[8]

Super Smash Bros. Series

See SmashWiki's article on Boomerang for more information.
File:Boomerang (SSBB).jpg

Toon Link using the Boomerang in Super Smash Bros. Brawl

In the Super Smash Bros. series, the Boomerang functions as one of Link's, Young Link's, and Toon Link's Special Moves. In Super Smash Bros., it is Link's Neutral Special Move, while in Super Smash Bros. Melee, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, and Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U the Boomerang serves as the Links' Side Special Move. While the Boomerang from Ocarina of Time appears in the series' first two games, the Gale Boomerang appears in Brawl and the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS games, replacing Link's standard Boomerang. Other than hitting and damaging the opponent, the Gale Boomerang has a wind effect that pushes or pulls players who get caught in the whirlwind it creates. The Wind Waker design of the Boomerang is used by Toon Link.

While performing this move, the player can tap the Control Stick to increase its range; moreover, tilting the Control Stick up or down will cause Link to aim the Boomerang in the specified direction. Both Young Link and Toon Link have greater control over the Boomerang than the adult counterpart. Despite this, their range is much shorter than Adult Link's.

The Boomerang from The Wind Waker also appears as a collectible Sticker.

Name Image Artwork from Effect in The Subspace Emissary Usable by
Boomerang File:Boomerang Sticker.png The Wind Waker [Weapon] - Attack +4 This sticker is usable by Link, Zelda, Ganondorf, and Toon Link

Soulcalibur II

How to perform: Horizontal Attack ButtonPlusKick Button

In SoulCalibur II, the Boomerang from Ocarina of Time is part of Link's moveset. To get into the Boomerang Stance, the player must press the horizontal attack button and the kick button at the same time. Pressing the horizontal attack again will cause Link to release the Boomerang towards his enemy. The Boomerang attack is considered to be a high attack, dealing 25 HP worth of damage to the opponent.

Hyrule Warriors

Template:Future game The Boomerang appears as an item in Hyrule Warriors. It can be upgraded to the Gale Boomerang.

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References

  1. "If you hit an enemy with this, it will be stunned for a short time (some enemies will sustain damage when hit by the boomerang). The boomerang can also retrieve distant Rupees and Hearts." (A Link to the Past manual, pg. 37)
  2. "You got the Boomerang! Set it to and throw it with [Y], [Z], or [X]. Target specific objects by holding the button you set it to and aiming at something until the red targeting cursor changes to a [Target lock mark]. You can target up to five objects at once." — N/A (The Wind Waker)
  3. "For my deadly move, press and hold (B). Now release! It's the final blow. My double cutters!" — [[Mikau]] (Majora's Mask)
  4. "Nice! The boomerang is more powerful now! Try it out to see its stronger effects! You can now throw three in a row! Speed and flying distance are also improved!" — N/A (A Link Between Worlds)
  5. "Press while holding the button to control its flight path!" — N/A (Oracle of Seasons)
  6. "It's designed so you can change its direction after you throw it!" — N/A (The Minish Cap)
  7. "Nice! The boomerang is more powerful now! Try it out to see its stronger effects! You can now throw three in a row! Speed and flying distance are also improved!" — N/A (A Link Between Worlds)
  8. Template:Cite book
TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
Language Name
Boomerang Magical Boomerang Gale Boomerang Rented Boomerang Nice Boomerang
Japan Japanese Template:Japanese Template:Japanese Template:Japanese
French-speaking countries French Boomerang Boomerang Magique Boomerang Tornade
Canada FrenchCA Boomerang loué Boomerang de luxe
French Republic FrenchEU Great boomerang
Federal Republic of Germany German Bumerang Sturmbumerang
Italian Republic Italian Boomerang Boomerang magico Boomerang ciclone
Spanish-speaking countries Spanish Bumerán
Community of Latin American and Caribbean States SpanishLA Bumerán alquilado Bumerán mejorado
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