Hyrule Warriors

Now that this thread is somewhat active again i'll post some thoughts about the game:
First off, a tip to make things easier (I've noticed a lot of people didn't notice this until they were quite far in the game, and I thought it was pretty important):
You can break into a dash by holding the dodge button after dodging. otherwise you'll start dashing after running for a while. being able to dash whenever you want is incredibly useful for getting around the stage quickly, and for dodging big attacks.

I'd also definitely recommend starting the game on Hard. normal is too easy.

another tip:

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On adventure mode maps where "All attacks are lethal, watch out!" it includes your attacks too. you can snipe enemy captains with the bow without having to put yourself in danger. It's an easy A rank.

On challenges where you have to "defeat the correct enemy" and you need to focus your attacks on one enemy while avoiding the other, use Ghirahim. His neutral strong attack essentially locks onto an enemy and changes all of your attacks to specifically target it. You can also use strong attack again to snipe the enemy and then dodge-cancel the animation and keep doing it.

some thoughts about the game itself now that i've finished it (spoilers!)

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Legends Mode got really hard towards the end, and the final level was pretty badass. especially the fight with Ganon. It was epic in all the right places, I loved that you had to use all of your items to take him down.
Legends Mode (the story) was better than I expected in general.

Agitha and Ruto are absolute top-tier characters, but every single character is strong once you figure out their strengths (thought Darunia was pretty lame until I discovered one of his attacks which absolutely wrecks face against bosses and enemy captains). Likewise with Wind Waker Zelda, whose strength lies in countering attacks and exploiting weak points.

Also the music in this game is absolutely kick-ass. (definitely listen to Eclipse of the Sun until the 1.42 mark)

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