Magic Rod (Hyrule Warriors)

This article is about Link's weapon from Hyrule Warriors. For other uses, see Rod (Disambiguation).

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Magic Rod

Games	Hyrule Warriors
Used by	Link
Element	Fire Lightning (4+)
Related	Hylian Sword Great Fairy Gauntlets Master Sword Horse Spinner

In Other Languages[show][hide]

Language	Name
日本語	マジックロッド (Magic Rod) ファイヤーロッド (Fire Rod) プリズムロッド (Prism Rod) マジカルロッド (Magical Rod) パチパチロッド (Crackling Rod)

"A magical rod that summons fire. It attacks over a wide area, so it's perfect for bringing the heat on large groups of enemies."

— In-game description

The Magic Rod is an unlockable weapon class used by Link in Hyrule Warriors. While wielding it, Link fights by using a Magic Rod that can transform into different weapons and summon fire spirits.

Variations

• Fire Rod: The Level 1 variation. Based on the namesake item.
• Prism Rod: The Level 2 variation.
• Magical Rod: The Level 3 variation.
• 8-Bit Candle: The Level ★ variation. Based on the Red Candle from The Legend of Zelda, rendered in 3D and attached to a wooden pole.
• Magical Rod +: The Level 4 variation. Identical to the Magical Rod, but much more powerful.
• Crackling Rod: The Level 4+ variation, which adds Lightning as a secondary element. Identical to the Magical Rod, but with an orange color scheme.

Weapon	Level	Elements	Strength	Location
Fire Rod	1	Fire	80 (+8 per ★)	The Sheikah Tribesman: Capture the Tunnel Square to reveal a Treasure Chest containing a Sealed Weapon.
Prism Rod	2	Fire	150 (+15 per ★)	Wii U: Adventure Map E-7? 3DS/Switch: Great Sea Map G-15?
Magical Rod	3	Fire	280 (+28 per ★)	Wii U: Adventure Map F-2? 3DS/Switch: Master Quest Map B-8?
8-Bit Candle	★	Fire	280 (+28 per ★)	Wii U: Master Quest Map A-11? Switch: Cosmetic appearance for Crackling Rod when "8-Bit Weapons" is turned on.
Magical Rod +	4	Fire	500 (+50 per ★)	Wii U: N/A 3DS/Switch: Twilight Map E-2?
Crackling Rod	4+	Fire Lightning	500 (+50 per ★)	Wii U: N/A 3DS/Switch: Grand Travels Map E-10?

Moveset

Attack	Explanation
Base String?	Link performs a series of five attacks; He shoots a fireball from the rod, then shoots two in separate directions, then shoots three, spins the rod around him, and finishes by transforming the rod into a blaster and shooting a humongous fireball forward.
C1?	Link creates a pillar of flame that moves straight forward, knocking enemies back; Alternatively, hold / for a short time to perform a short-ranged burst in front of Link.
C2?	Link slams the rod to the ground, creating a pillar of flame that knocks enemies into the air; This can be extended, causing Link to create a horizontal pillar to catch said enemies, then split it in half and rotate both halves around.
C3?	Link transforms the rod into a battleaxe and performs an upward strike; This can be extended, causing Link to follow up with a Spin Attack, then throw the axe in a circular motion around him.
C4?	Link transforms the rod into a flamethrower and blasts the immediate area in front of him; You can use the control stick to steer Link left or right as he fires. This can be extended, causing Link to shoot a fiery vortex that knocks enemies into the air, then create an enormous pillar of fire to catch said enemies.
C5?	Link jumps up and smashes the rod into the ground, summoning a fire spirit that rapidly dashes around the immediate area in front of Link before flying away.
Special Attack	Link transforms the rod into a blaster and raises it to the air, summoning a fire spirit that charges forward in a circular motion.
Focus Spirit Finisher	Manual: Link raises the rod to the air before swinging it down, summoning a meteor that crashes down in front of him. Automatic: Link transforms the rod into a blaster and raises it to the air, which releases his remaining magic in a fiery explosion around him.
Weak Point Smash	Enemy Captain/Warrior: Link transforms the rod into a missile launcher and charges up, before shooting a giant fireball at his target. Giant Boss: TBA