Since Zelda’s first appearance in Super Smash Bros Melee, she has always come coupled together with her Ocarina of Time alter-ego, Sheik. However that will no longer be the case in Smash’s latest releases to the series.
As revealed in today’s Nintendo Direct, all split-persona characters are gone, including Zelda and Sheik. However, that does not mean an end to their characters, as both are still choosable, albeit standing alone.
Replacing Zelda’s transformation move, her “down-B”, is a new ability which summons a Phantom, working as both an offensive and defensive move. Sheik also has 2 new moves, including a bouncing grenade and a new kick, the “Bouncing Fish.”
In other Zelda themed Smash news, 2 new items were revealed, the Beetle from Skyward Sword and Bombchus. Several Zelda themed assist trophies were also shown, such as Midna and the Skull Kid.
What do you think about Zelda and Sheik being separated? Will this force you to change your go-to character selection? Let us know in the comments.
