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[[Image:Zelda Artwork.jpg|right|thumb|Zelda's appearance in ''The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess'']]'''Zelda''' (ゼルダ姫) is an promient and the titular character of [[The Legend of Zelda (universe)|The Legend of Zelda]] series by Nintendo. She appears in ''Melee'' and has been confirmed to return in ''Brawl''. She is often seen as Link's damsel-in-distress and love interest.

For the fighter, see '''[[Zelda (SSBM)]]''', and '''[[Zelda (SSBB)]]'''.

==Character Description==
Zelda's first appearance was in the original ''Legend of Zelda'' game, where she served as the damsel-in-distress for [[Link]] to rescue from the evil monster known as [[Ganondorf|Ganon]]. She has appeared in every installment of the Zelda series (with the exception of ''Link's Awakening'' where she is only mentioned briefly.)  

Since then, she has usually filled the role as the princess must rescue at some point in each game, but unlike Nintendo's other promient damsel-in-distress [[Peach]], Zelda more frequently takes a more active role in Link's final battles with Ganon. (Such as in ''The Wind Waker'' and ''Twilight Princess'', where she attacks Ganondorf with Light Arrows) And has been shown to have very powerful magic abilities.

Like Link, Zelda's age can throughout the different games. In some games, she is young girl and in some games she is a teenager. 

She never been a playable character in any Zelda game. (Aside from a few CD-i games which many Zelda fans refuse to acknowledge exist) Thus making ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'', her first appearance outside of a Zelda game and in a fighting game.

==In ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''==
===As a playable character===
:''Main article: [[Zelda (SSBM)]]''
[[Image:Zelda.jpg|right|100px]]Zelda makes her first appearance in the Smash Bros. series as a starting playable character in ''Melee''. Zelda is a slow, but powerful character who relies on magic. She is also a bit unique due to her ability to turn into another character entirely, [[Sheik]]. Her B move is [[Nayru's Love]] which causes a brief blue diamond shield to protect Zelda. Her B Forward is [[Din's Fire]] which sends a small, but powerful fireball at her opponents. Her B Up is [[Farore's Wind]] which will teleport Zelda up in the air. Her B Down is [[Transform]] which turns Zelda into Sheik.

===In Single-player===
In the game's single-player Adventure mode, Zelda is fought after completing the [[Underground Maze]] on the [[Temple|Great Temple]] stage.

Zelda is featured in the following Event Matches:

*'''[[Event 9: Hide 'n' Sheik]]''': The player faces two Zeldas on the [[Great Bay]] stage. However, the KO will only count if Zelda is Sheik.
*'''[[Event 15: Girl Power]]''': The places a giant Zelda alongside a giant [[Peach]] and a giant [[Samus]] on the [[Fountain of Dreams]] stage with two stock each.
*'''[[Event 20: All-Star Match 2]]''': Zelda is the third opponent you must fight in this series of staged battles. Your character battles her on the [[Temple|Great Temple]] stage, and your character has 2 stock while Zelda has 1. With a timer of four minutes, you must defeat her and the other four characters with the overall time and life you have: [[Samus]], [[Link]], [[Captain Falcon]], and [[Fox]].
*'''[[Event 29: Triforce Gathering]]''': As Link and teamed with Zelda, the player faces Ganondorf on the Great Temple stage.
*'''[[Event 44: Mewtwo Strikes!]]''': Although Zelda appears, she is NOT the one the player must KO. After 15 seconds, Mewtwo will appear and you must avoid KOing Zelda at all costs.

===Trophies===
Zelda is a playable character, so she is featured on three trophies that can be acquired by beating each Regular Match with her on any difficulty. Her first trophy is earned by defeating the Classic mode as her on any difficulty, her second from the Adventure mode, and her third from the All-Star mode. 

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:'''Zelda'''
:"The crown princess of Hyrule. Zelda entrusted Link with the future of Hyrule after a revelation came to her in the world of dreams. She knows much about the Triforce; in fact, the only person who likely knows more about Triforce lore is Ganondorf himself, whom Zelda evaded in Ocarina of Time by transforming into her alter ego, Sheik. (The Legend of Zelda, 07/87)

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:'''Zelda''' ''(Smash Red)''
:Zelda is a bit slow and, because of her light frame, easy to send flying. On the other hand, her magical skills lend her reliable and explosive attack power. Zelda's easier to use if you focus on waiting and countering rather than pressing attacks. She can use Nayru's Love to reflect projectile attacks or as an offensive weapon. (B: Nayru's Love, Smash B: Din's Fire)

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:'''Zelda''' ''(Smash Blue)''
:Zelda's midair Lightning Kick centers immense magical power in the ball of her foot. If she strikes perfectly, the attack is as strong as can be. If her aim is slightly off, it'll be exceedingly weak. Farore's Wind again utilizes Zelda's magical prowess, this time by transporting her great distances. It's vital to know the lay of the land before using this move. (Up & B: Farore's Wind, Down & B: Transform)

==In ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl==
:''Main article: [[Zelda (SSBB)]]''
[[Image:ZeldaBrawl.jpg|right|120px]]Zelda has been confirmed to return in the upcoming ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' as a starting playable character.

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