Nintendo Power Volume 006 (May / June 1989)

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Nintendo Power: May/June 1989
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109 Pages

Nintendo Power: May/June 1989 is the sixth issue of Nintendo Power magazine. Up through the end of 1990, Nintendo Power magazine volumes were released covering two-month periods of time, and they were not generally numbered in or on the magazine until Volume 16 (September/October 1990), although "Strategy Guide" issues before this carried a dual "SGxx/NPxx" numbering.

Zelda Content

Mail Box (pp. 6-7)

In the Mail Box from the playesr, Andrew Martin writes in an has put together a rap for The Legend of Zelda

It's the Legend of Zelda and it's really bad,
the creatures in the game are really rad.
Darknuts move very fast,
but if you are quick they will not last.
Polls VOice jump super high,
but if you watch your speed you will not die.
Wizrobes move fast I agree,
but if you get touched you lose a heart of energy.
I'd like to thank Nintendo for all the fun,
but I'm sorry to say my rap is done!

Matt Bozon writes in that he loves The Legend of Zelda and is an aspiring cartoonist. He draws a picture of some of the enemies from the Legend of Zelda and sends it in.

Andrew Adams writes in that he recently purchased Zelda II: The Adventure of Link and was very impressed with hits graphics, music, and strategy. He strongly recommends it to anybody who has an NES.

Nintendo Power Awards '88 (pp. 18-21)

In the previous volume of Nintendo Power, games were nominated for the Nintendo Power Awards '88. The Zelda series takes home numerous awards, with all reward winners listed below. Numerous screenshots and some artwork from the first two Zelda titles are shown.

Best Challange: The Legend of Zelda
Best Theme. Fun: Super Mario Bros. 2
Best Play Control: Super Mario Bros. 2
Best Character: Zelda II The Adventure of Link
Best Ending: Super Mario Bros. 2
Best Players V.s. Player: Blades of Steel
Best Overall: Zelda II The Adventure of Link

Counselor's Corner (pp. 56-59)

In the Counselor's Corner, a question is answered for The Adventure of Link and two questions are answered for the Legend of Zelda.

Fairy Spell

  • Where do I get the Fairy Spell?

In the Harbor Town of Mido, there is a woman who has a daughter that is ill and Link must bring her some Sacred Water. The water is located in a cave well to the west, which can only be entered after acquiring the Hammer. When Link gets the Sacred Water, he can return to Mido and give it to the woman, which will lead to Link learning the Fairy Spell.

In addition to allowing Link to fly over large gaps and reach higher places, the Fairy Spell will also allow Link to pass through locked key doors, even when he doesn't have a key.

Defeating Darknuts and Wizzrobes

  • How do I defeat the Darknuts and Wizzrobes?

To defeat the Blue Darknuts in Level Five, the easiest stategy is if Link has full hearts. He can keep his distance and launch sword beam attacks, hitting the Darknuts in their back or sides to deal damage. Nintendo Power also suggests using the doorways as safe spots. The Darknuts will move close to the doorway, but will not be able to walk into them. Link can stand in the doorway and jab at the Darknuts as they walk by.

The Wizzrobes that Link encounters in Level Six will shoot magic towards Link. The Magic Shield can be used to absorb the shock, but Link needs to be careful of enemy Like Likes that are often found alongside Wizzrobes, as they will gobble up Link's shield. Once Wizzrobes appear, they will always be facing towars Link. Link can step aside so he isn't in a direct line of sight and can quickly sneak around, to get an attack in.

Finding the Blue Ring

  • Where is the Blue Ring in the Second Quest and how do I get it?

The Blue Ring is found in the Second Quest within the Secret Shop, located at the very far northeast corner of the map. In the first quest, this secret cave house a Moblin who gave Link 100 Rupees. In the screen just south, there is the gambling Money Making Game. From this screen, Link can simply walk up, through a part of the rock wall, traveling to the next screen. Walking through hidden walls like this is common in many of the dungeons within the Second Quest.

Friends Fan Fiction (pp. 68-69)

A Fan-Fiction was published, starting a character named Jason who is an avid Nintendo fan and loves Legend of Zelda. He doesn't just play the games though, as in the story, he gets sucked into the video game himself and is working alongside Link to find Level Seven. The story talks about the bond and friendship that Link and Jason have. He's not just playing a game, but the character in the game is his friend, and they share stories from outside of just the world of Hyrule.

Throughout the story, Jason has to pause the game to eat a Peanut Butter and Jelly sandwich for lunch and talk with his mother. When he returns to the game, Jason and Link share a laugh about his mother's sandwiches. Jason and Link successfully defeat a Moblin outside a Lake and then sit down for a break. After deciding to play some music using the Whistle, a whirlwind appears, causing the water in the lake to vanish and revealing the entrance to Level Seven. Before the two can dive deep into the next labyrinth, Jason's mother is calling, letting him know that supper was ready.

Top 30 (pp. 70-72)

In this volumes Top 30, The Adventure of Link jumps up to the number 1 spot, while The Legend of Zelda stays at number 3. Super Mario Bros. 2 remains the other game near the top, taking the number 2 spot. Adventure of Link comes in with 12,939 points, while The Legend of Zelda has 5,124 points.

The Legend of Zelda

  • Players' Picks: 1,814 points (Third Place)
  • Pros' Picks: 2,890 points (Third Place)
  • Dealer's Picks: 420 points (24th Place)

The Adventure of Link

  • Players' Picks: 1,699 points (Seventh Place)
  • Pros' Picks: 3,143 points (First Place)
  • Dealer's Picks: 8,097 points (First Place)

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