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{{Item
  
{{Item
 
|name = Boomerang
  
|name = Boomerang
 
|image = [[File:ALBW Boomerang.png|130px]]
  
|image = [[File:ALBW Boomerang.png|130px]]
 
|caption = Boomerang artwork from ''A Link Between Worlds''
  
|caption = Boomerang artwork from ''A Link Between Worlds''
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|game = All except {{TAoL}} and {{SS}}
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|game = All except<br>{{TAoL}}<br>{{MM}},<br>{{TP}}<br> and {{SS}}
 
|other = {{GW}}<br>[[The Legend of Zelda (TV series)|Animated series]]<br>{{ZA}}<br>{{AST}}<br>{{SSB}}<br>{{SSBM}}<br>{{SSBB}}<br>{{SSB4}}<br>{{SCII}}<br>{{HW}}
  
|other = {{GW}}<br>[[The Legend of Zelda (TV series)|Animated series]]<br>{{ZA}}<br>{{AST}}<br>{{SSB}}<br>{{SSBM}}<br>{{SSBB}}<br>{{SSB4}}<br>{{SCII}}<br>{{HW}}
 
|cost = 300 [[Rupee]]s {{ExpGame|TMC}}<br>800 [[Rupee]]s {{ExpGame|ALBW}}
  
|cost = 300 [[Rupee]]s {{ExpGame|TMC}}<br>800 [[Rupee]]s {{ExpGame|ALBW}}
 
|uses = Used to retrieve distant items, stun or defeat enemies, hit switches
  
|uses = Used to retrieve distant items, stun or defeat enemies, hit switches
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|comp = [[Beetle (Item)|Beetle]]
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|comp = {{It|Beetle}}
 
}}
  
}}
 
The '''Boomerang''' is a recurring item in {{LZS|Series}}.
  
The '''Boomerang''' is a recurring item in {{LZS|Series}}.
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|size = 150px
  
|size = 150px
 
|align = right
  
|align = right
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|caption = Link throwing the Boomerang artwork from ''Spirit Tracks''
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|caption = Artwork of Link throwing the Boomerang from ''Spirit Tracks''
 
|captionalign = center
  
|captionalign = center
 
}}
  
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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.
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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]].<ref>{{Cite book|quote=As a weapon, the Boomerang can be thrown to stun or dispatch an enemy depending on the strength of the target. |book=Phantom Hourglass Official Game Guide |publisher= Prima Games |page=11}}</ref> 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> 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.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=To throw the Boomerang, draw a line from Link to the target. […] You can target multiple objects, too, by drawing a line from Link to the various targets.|book=Phantom Hourglass Official Game Guide|publisher=Prima Games|page=11}}</ref> Moreover, the Boomerang can also be used to turn [[Spark]]s and [[Whisp|Anti-Fairies]] into [[Fairy|Fairies]] in specific games.
   
 
==Locations==
  
==Locations==
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|[[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]]
  
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|{{TP}}
  
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|[[Forest Temple (Twilight Princess)|Forest Temple]]
  
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|[[File:Boomerangph.png|60px]]
  
|[[File:Boomerangph.png|60px]]
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|[[Ravio's Shop]]
  
|[[Ravio's Shop]]
 
|Upgrades to the Nice Boomerang
  
|Upgrades to the Nice Boomerang
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|[[File:TFH Boomerang Icon.png|50px]]
  
|[[File:TFH Boomerang Icon.png|50px]]
 
|{{TFH}}
  
|{{TFH}}
 
|[[Blazing Trail]]<br>[[Hinox Mine]]<br>[[Den of Flames]]<br>[[Fire Temple (Tri Force Heroes)|Fire Temple]]<br>[[Snowball Ravine]]<br>[[Sealed Gateway]]<br>[[The Lady's Lair]]<br>[[Stone Corridors]]<br>[[Desert Temple (Tri Force Heroes)|Desert Temple]]<br>[[Illusory Mansion]]<br>[[Grim Temple]]<br>[[Dragon Citadel]]<br>[[Sky Temple]]
  
|[[Blazing Trail]]<br>[[Hinox Mine]]<br>[[Den of Flames]]<br>[[Fire Temple (Tri Force Heroes)|Fire Temple]]<br>[[Snowball Ravine]]<br>[[Sealed Gateway]]<br>[[The Lady's Lair]]<br>[[Stone Corridors]]<br>[[Desert Temple (Tri Force Heroes)|Desert Temple]]<br>[[Illusory Mansion]]<br>[[Grim Temple]]<br>[[Dragon Citadel]]<br>[[Sky Temple]]
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|While wearing the [[Boomeranger]], enlarges in size,<br>dealing damage and passing through enemies
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|While wearing the [[Boomeranger]] [[Outfit]],<br>it enlarges in size and deals damage<br>while passing through enemies
 
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====''A Link Between Worlds''====
  
====''A Link Between Worlds''====
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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 10 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.
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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 10 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. The boomerang can be thrown in any direction according to which way Link is facing.
   
 
====''Tri Force Heroes''====
  
====''Tri Force Heroes''====
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====''Link's Awakening''====
  
====''Link's Awakening''====
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[[File:Boomerang LA.png|thumb|right|Link obtaining the Boomerang in ''Link's Awakening'']]
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[[File:LA Boomerang.png|thumb|right|Link obtaining the Boomerang in ''Link's Awakening'']]
 
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.
  
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.
   
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====''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''====
  
====''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''====
 
[[File:ST Boomerang.png|left|40px]]
  
[[File:ST Boomerang.png|left|40px]]
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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 ''Phantom Hourglass'', and the [[Snow Temple]] in ''Spirit Tracks''.
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In {{PH}} and {{ST}}, the Boomerang allows Link to to draw a specific path for it to follow, this path has a range limit.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=Don't draw lengthy lines between targets unless absolutely necessary, as the Boomerang can only go so far.|book=Phantom Hourglass Official Game Guide|publisher=Prima Games|page=11}}</ref> In ''Phantom Hourglass'', it is one of the first items acquired in the game. 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 ''Phantom Hourglass'', and the [[Snow Temple]] in ''Spirit Tracks''.
   
 
====''Four Swords Adventures''====
  
====''Four Swords Adventures''====
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====Gale Boomerang====
  
====Gale Boomerang====
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[[File:Gale Boomerang Icon TP.png|left|50px]]
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{{Main|Gale Boomerang}}
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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.
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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.
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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==
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|''The Legend of Zelda''
  
|''The Legend of Zelda''
 
|Increase range
  
|Increase range
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|Obtained in [[Moon|Level 2]]{{exp|First Quest}}<br>Obtained in [[Manji|Level 3]]{{exp|Second Quest}}
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|Obtained in [[Moon (Dungeon)|Level 2]]{{exp|First Quest}}<br>Obtained in [[Manji|Level 3]]{{exp|Second Quest}}
 
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|[[File:MagicalBoomerang ALttP.png|40px]]
  
|[[File:MagicalBoomerang ALttP.png|40px]]
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[[File:SSBB Toon Boomerang.jpg|thumb|right|Toon Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'']]
  
[[File:SSBB Toon Boomerang.jpg|thumb|right|Toon Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'']]
   
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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.
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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. ''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.
  
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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===''Hyrule Warriors''===
  
===''Hyrule Warriors''===
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The Boomerang appears as an item in {{HW}}. It can be upgraded temporarily to the Gale Boomerang by collecting the Boomerang power ups. Certain [[Badge]]s increase the duration of the upgrade. The Boomerang is able to slice through vines that block pathways. [[Manhandla]] and their stalks are weak to the Boomerang, and it is also one of the items used to fight [[Ganon]] with.
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The Boomerang appears as an item in {{HW}}. It can be upgraded temporarily to the Gale Boomerang by collecting the Boomerang power ups. The Boomerang is able to slice through vines that block pathways. [[Manhandla]] and their stalks are weak to the Boomerang, and it is also one of the items used to fight [[Ganon]] with.
   
 
In the Master Quest DLC pack, the 8-Bit Boomerang from {{LOZ}} appears as a weapon for [[Impa]]. It is statistically-identical to and part of the [[Biggoron's Sword]] weapon type.
  
In the Master Quest DLC pack, the 8-Bit Boomerang from {{LOZ}} appears as a weapon for [[Impa]]. It is statistically-identical to and part of the [[Biggoron's Sword]] weapon type.
 
{{noncanon|End}}
  
{{noncanon|End}}
   
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==Etymology==
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File:BoomerangWoodenLoZArt.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
  
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File:BoomerangWooden.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
  
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File:BoomerangLoZArt.png|Magical Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
  
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File:Link-Tossing-Boomerang-at-Octorok.png|Artwork of Link throwing the Boomerang at an Octorok from ''The Legend of Zelda''
  
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File:ALttP Boomerang Artwork.png|Boomerang artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
  
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File:BoomerangG Large.png|Boomerang as seen in ''Ocarina of Time''
  
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File:Zoralinkfins.png|Zora Link fins used as Boomerangs in ''Majora's Mask''
  
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File:TWW Boomerang Artwork.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Wind Waker''
  
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File:Gale Boomerang Whirlwind.jpg|Link using the Gale Boomerang in ''Twilight Princess''
  
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File:TP Boomerang Fans.jpg|Fan switches from ''Twilight Princess''
  
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File:PH Boomerang Fire Switch.png|Drawing the Boomerang path in ''Phantom Hourglass''
  
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File:RavioBoomerangALBW.png|Ravio demonstrating the Boomerang's use in ''A Link Between Worlds''
  
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File:Nice Boomerang.png|The Nice Boomerang from ''A Link Between Worlds''
  
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File:ALBW Rented Boomerang Icon.png|The Rented Boomerang sprite from ''A Link Between Worlds''
  
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File:TFH Boomerang.png|Boomerang artwork from ''Tri Force Heroes''
  
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File:ZA Boomerang.png|Boomerang Spell icon from ''Zelda's Adventure''
  
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File:SSBM Adult Boomerang.jpg|Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
  
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File:SSBM Young Boomerang.jpg|Young Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
  
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File:Gale Boomerang (SSBB).jpg|Link using the Gale Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
  
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File:SCII Boomerang.png|Link using the Boomerang in ''Soulcalibur II''
  
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File:HW Lana Boomerang.png|Lana obtaining the Boomerang in ''Hyrule Warriors''
  
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File:HW Lana Gale Boomerang.png|Lana using the Gale Boomerang in ''Hyrule Warriors''
  
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File:LoZLinkBoomerang1988NintendoHasbro.jpg|Action figure of Link using the Boomerang from ''The Legend of Zelda''
  
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{{Names Table
  
{{Names Table
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|align= left
 
|name1= Boomerang
  
|name1= Boomerang
 
|name2= Magical Boomerang
  
|name2= Magical Boomerang
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|name3= Gale Boomerang
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|name3= Rented Boomerang
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|name4= Rented Boomerang
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|name4= Nice Boomerang
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|name5= Nice Boomerang
  
   
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|ja1= {{Japanese|ブーメラン|Būmeran|Boomerang|3}}
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|ja1= {{Romanize|ブーメラン|Būmeran|Boomerang|3}}
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|ja2= {{Japanese|マジカルブーメラン|Majikaru Būmeran|Magical Boomerang|3}}
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|ja2= {{Romanize|マジカルブーメラン|Majikaru Būmeran|Magical Boomerang|3}}
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|ja3= {{Japanese|疾風のブーメラン|Shippuu no Būmeran|Gale Boomerang|3}}
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|ja3= 借りたブーメラン
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|ja4= 借りたブーメラン
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|ja4= ナイスブーメラン
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|ja5= ナイスブーメラン
  
   
 
|esS1=
 
|esS1=
 
|esS2=
 
|esS2=
 
|esS3=
 
|esS3=
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|esS4=
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|esS4= Bumerán chulo
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|esS5= Bumerán chulo
 
   
 
|esL1= Bumerán
  
|esL1= Bumerán
 
|esL2=
 
|esL2=
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|esL3=
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|esL3= Bumerán alquilado
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|esL4= Bumerán alquilado
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|esL4= Bumerán mejorado
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|esL5= Bumerán mejorado
  
   
 
|frF1= Boomerang
  
|frF1= Boomerang
 
|frF2= Boomerang Magique
  
|frF2= Boomerang Magique
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|frF3= Boomerang de location
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|frF3= {{exp|Tornado Boomerang|Boomerang Tornade}}
  
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|frF4= Boomerang de location
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|frF4= Great boomerang
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|frF5= Great boomerang
  
   
 
|frC1=
 
|frC1=
 
|frC2=
 
|frC2=
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|frC3=
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|frC3= Boomerang loué
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|frC4= Boomerang loué
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|frC4= Boomerang de luxe
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|frC5= Boomerang de luxe
  
   
 
|de1= {{de|Bumerang}}
  
|de1= {{de|Bumerang}}
 
|de2=
 
|de2=
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|de3= {{de|Sturmbumerang}}
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|de3= Leih-Bumerang
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|de4= Leih-Bumerang
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|de4= Super-Bumerang
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|de5= Super-Bumerang
  
   
 
|it1= Boomerang
  
|it1= Boomerang
 
|it2= Boomerang magico
  
|it2= Boomerang magico
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|it3= Boomerang ciclone
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|it3= Boomerang a noleggio
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|it4= Boomerang a noleggio
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|it4= Super boomerang
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|it5= Super boomerang
  
   
 
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|ru1=
 
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|ch1=
 
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==Gallery==
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File:BoomerangWoodenLoZArt.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:BoomerangWooden.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:BoomerangLoZArt.png|Magical Boomerang artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:Link-Tossing-Boomerang-at-Octorok.png|Artwork of Link throwing the Boomerang at an Octorok from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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File:ALttP Boomerang Artwork.png|Boomerang artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
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File:BoomerangG Large.png|Boomerang as seen in ''Ocarina of Time''
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File:OoT3D Boomerang Model.png|Boomerang as seen in ''Ocarina of Time 3D''
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File:Zoralinkfins.png|Zora Link fins used as Boomerangs in ''Majora's Mask''
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File:TWW Boomerang Artwork.png|Boomerang artwork from ''The Wind Waker''
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File:TMC Boomerang Artwork.png|Artwork of the Boomerang from ''The Minish Cap''
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File:PH Boomerang Fire Switch.png|Drawing the Boomerang path in ''Phantom Hourglass''
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File:ALBW Ravio Boomerang Artwork.png|Ravio demonstrating the Boomerang's use in ''A Link Between Worlds''
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File:Nice Boomerang.png|The Nice Boomerang from ''A Link Between Worlds''
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File:ALBW Rented Boomerang Icon.png|The Rented Boomerang icon from ''A Link Between Worlds''
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File:TFH Boomerang.png|Boomerang artwork from ''Tri Force Heroes''
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File:ZA Boomerang.png|Boomerang Spell icon from ''Zelda's Adventure''
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File:SSBM Adult Boomerang.jpg|Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
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File:SSBM Young Boomerang.jpg|Young Link using the Boomerang in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
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File:SCII Boomerang.png|Link using the Boomerang in ''Soulcalibur II''
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File:HW Lana Boomerang.png|Lana obtaining the Boomerang in ''Hyrule Warriors''
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File:HW 8-Bit Boomerang Icon.png|8-Bit Boomerang Weapon in ''Hyrule Warriors''
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File:HW 8-Bit Magical Boomerangs.png|8-bit Magical Boomerang Weapon in ''Hyrule Warriors''
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File:HW Boomerang Icon.png|Boomerang Icon from ''Hyrule Warriors''
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File:LoZLinkBoomerang1988NintendoHasbro.jpg|Action figure of Link using the Boomerang from ''The Legend of Zelda''
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[[Category:Super Smash Bros.]]
  
 
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[[File:ALBW Boomerang.png|20x20px]] [[|]] The Boomerang is a recurring item in Template:LZS.

Uses

File:ST Link Boomerang.png
Artwork of Link throwing the Boomerang 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.[1] It is more commonly used to retrieve items that are out of Link's reach.[2] 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.[3] Moreover, the Boomerang can also be used to turn Sparks and Anti-Fairies into Fairies in specific games.

Locations

Image Game Location Notes
TLoZ Boomerang Sprite 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
OoT3D Boomerang Icon Ocarina of Time Inside 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 Woods
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:Boomerangph.png Phantom Hourglass Temple of Fire
File:Boomerangph.png Spirit Tracks Snow Temple
ALBW Boomerang Icon A Link Between Worlds Ravio's Shop Upgrades to the Nice Boomerang
TFH Boomerang Icon Tri Force Heroes Blazing Trail
Hinox Mine
Den of Flames
Fire Temple
Snowball Ravine
Sealed Gateway
The Lady's Lair
Stone Corridors
Desert Temple
Illusory Mansion
Grim Temple
Dragon Citadel
Sky Temple 		While wearing the Boomeranger Outfit,
it enlarges in size and deals damage
while passing through enemies

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

File:BoomerangALttP.png

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

File:OOTBoomerang.png

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 10 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. The boomerang can be thrown in any direction according to which way Link is facing.

Tri Force Heroes

The Boomerang equipped with the Boomeranger

In Tri Force Heroes, the Boomerang is first obtained in the Volcano's Blazing Trail, but reappears several times in later Levels. The Boomerang can be used to carry another Link, or two while wearing the Boomeranger. This Outfit also enlarges the Boomerang, allowing it to pass throw foes and deal damage.

Boomerangs with Added Characteristics

These Boomerangs have other added characteristics.

Link's Awakening

LA Boomerang

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

TWW Boomerang Icon

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.[4] 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

In Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks, the Boomerang allows Link to to draw a specific path for it to follow, this path has a range limit.[5] In Phantom Hourglass, it is one of the first items acquired in the game. 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 Phantom 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

File:BoomerangMagical.png

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. If the Magic Boomerang is obtained first, the normal Boomerang can still be obtained, but does nothing. All the Goriya's get Magic Boomerangs when Link obtains it.

File:MagicalBoomerangALttP.png

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.[6]

Gale Boomerang

Main article: 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.

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.[7]

Image Name Game Uses Method of Obtainment
TLoZ Magical Boomerang Sprite 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[8] Obtained in the Ancient Ruins
File:MagicalBoomerangTMC.gif Magical Boomerang The Minish Cap Can change its path mid-flight[9] Must fuse Kinstones with Tingle and his brothers
ALBW Nice Boomerang Icon Nice Boomerang A Link Between Worlds Increase range and speed
Fire three Boomerangs at a time[10] 		Buy the Boomerang from Ravio's Shop
Find 10 Lost Maiamais

Other Appearances

Non-Canon Information

The Legend of Zelda Game Watch

TLoZGW Boomerang Artwork

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

ZCS That Sinking Feeling Kangaroo Boomerang
ZCS That Sinking Feeling Boomerang

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.[11]

Zelda's Adventure

In Zelda's Adventure, the Boomerang appears as a Spell which lets Zelda cast Boomerang projectiles with her Wand. It can be found in a small area in western Plain of Andor with a lone Goriya, which drops the Spell after being defeated. The Spell costs 1 Rupee to use.

Super Smash Bros. Series

See SmashWiki's article on Boomerang for more information.
SSBB Toon Boomerang

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. 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:SSBB 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

The Boomerang appears as an item in Hyrule Warriors. It can be upgraded temporarily to the Gale Boomerang by collecting the Boomerang power ups. The Boomerang is able to slice through vines that block pathways. Manhandla and their stalks are weak to the Boomerang, and it is also one of the items used to fight Ganon with.

In the Master Quest DLC pack, the 8-Bit Boomerang from Template:LOZ appears as a weapon for Impa. It is statistically-identical to and part of the Biggoron's Sword weapon type.

Etymology

TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
Language Name
Boomerang Magical Boomerang Rented Boomerang Nice Boomerang
Japan Japanese ブーメラン マジカルブーメラン 借りたブーメラン ナイスブーメラン
Canada FrenchCA Boomerang loué Boomerang de luxe
French Republic FrenchEU Boomerang Boomerang Magique Boomerang de location Great boomerang
Federal Republic of Germany German Bumerang Leih-Bumerang Super-Bumerang
Italian Republic Italian Boomerang Boomerang magico Boomerang a noleggio Super boomerang
Kingdom of Spain SpanishEU Bumerán chulo
Community of Latin American and Caribbean States SpanishLA Bumerán Bumerán alquilado Bumerán mejorado

Gallery

  • BoomerangWoodenLoZArt.png

    Boomerang artwork from The Legend of Zelda

  • BoomerangWooden.png

    Boomerang artwork from The Legend of Zelda

  • BoomerangLoZArt.png

    Magical Boomerang artwork from The Legend of Zelda

  • Link-Tossing-Boomerang-at-Octorok.png

    Artwork of Link throwing the Boomerang at an Octorok from The Legend of Zelda

  • Boomerang artwork from A Link to the Past

    Boomerang artwork from A Link to the Past

  • Boomerang as seen in Ocarina of Time

    Boomerang as seen in Ocarina of Time

  • Boomerang as seen in Ocarina of Time 3D

    Boomerang as seen in Ocarina of Time 3D

  • Zora Link fins used as Boomerangs in Majora's Mask

    Zora Link fins used as Boomerangs in Majora's Mask

  • TWW Boomerang Artwork.png

    Boomerang artwork from The Wind Waker

  • Artwork of the Boomerang from The Minish Cap

    Artwork of the Boomerang from The Minish Cap

  • Drawing the Boomerang path in Phantom Hourglass

    Drawing the Boomerang path in Phantom Hourglass

  • Ravio demonstrating the Boomerang's use in A Link Between Worlds

    Ravio demonstrating the Boomerang's use in A Link Between Worlds

  • Nice Boomerang.png

    The Nice Boomerang from A Link Between Worlds

  • The Rented Boomerang icon from A Link Between Worlds

    The Rented Boomerang icon from A Link Between Worlds

  • TFH Boomerang.png

    Boomerang artwork from Tri Force Heroes

  • Boomerang Spell icon from Zelda's Adventure

    Boomerang Spell icon from Zelda's Adventure

  • Link using the Boomerang in Super Smash Bros. Melee

    Link using the Boomerang in Super Smash Bros. Melee

  • Young Link using the Boomerang in Super Smash Bros. Melee

    Young Link using the Boomerang in Super Smash Bros. Melee

  • SCII Boomerang.png

    Link using the Boomerang in Soulcalibur II

  • Lana obtaining the Boomerang in Hyrule Warriors

    Lana obtaining the Boomerang in Hyrule Warriors

  • HW 8-Bit Boomerang Icon.png

    8-Bit Boomerang Weapon in Hyrule Warriors

  • HW 8-Bit Magical Boomerangs.png

    8-bit Magical Boomerang Weapon in Hyrule Warriors

  • Boomerang Icon from Hyrule Warriors

    Boomerang Icon from Hyrule Warriors

  • LoZLinkBoomerang1988NintendoHasbro.jpg

    Action figure of Link using the Boomerang from The Legend of Zelda

References

  1. ↑ Template:Cite book
  2. ↑ "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)
  3. ↑ Template:Cite book
  4. ↑ "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)
  5. ↑ Template:Cite book
  6. ↑ "For my deadly move, press and hold (B). Now release! It's the final blow. My double cutters!" — [[Mikau]] (Majora's Mask)
  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. ↑ "Press while holding the button to control its flight path!" — N/A (Oracle of Seasons)
  9. ↑ "It's designed so you can change its direction after you throw it!" — N/A (The Minish Cap)
  10. ↑ "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)
  11. ↑ Template:Cite book

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