Link

Link has three different types of weaponry he can use - one-handed, two-handed and spears.

When you first unlock him, Link will only be able to use one-handed weapons, but, once you find a two-handed weapon or a spear during a mission, these new types of combat will automatically unlock.

All you have to do is select the two-handed weapon or the spear as Link's chosen weapon before beginning either a challenge, quest or story mission.

Depending on which weapon type you chose, Link will be able to use one of three unique abilities.

For one-handed weapons, Link will let loose a flurry of arrows. You will also be able to power through a strong attack by holding down the X button and, if released when the attack ends, Link should unleash an extra attack during a combo.

When wielding a two-handed weapon, Link's unique action will allow him to unleash a powerful attack, but, the downside, is that it will cause him a small amount of damage. Thankfully, you can press X afterwards to eat a meal, which will heal the self-inflicted damage.

If you don't do this quickly enough, however, Link will keep this damage.

Finally, for spears, Link will attack his enemies with a thrust attack. The unique action will allow you to charge towards you enemies and this attack can be used even in the middle of other attacks.

special techniques
use a special techiques by pressing ZR

one hand weapons: Link takes out a bow and aims it before unleashing a volley of arrows.

two handed weapons: link concentrates, powering up an attack at the cost of some of his health

polearm: finish later...