The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD - Wii U Game Manual
1 Important Information
Thank you for selecting The Legend of Zelda™: The Wind Waker HD for the Wii U™ system.
Please read this manual carefully before using this software. If the software will be used by children, the manual should be read and explained to them by an adult.
Also, before using this software, please read the content of the ⚠️ Health and Safety Information application on the Wii U Menu. It contains important information that will help you enjoy this software.
2 Controllers and Accessories
This software can be used with any of the following controllers once they have been paired with the console.
Supported Controllers:
- Wii U GamePad
- Wii U Pro Controller
Only one Wii U GamePad controller can be used.
Pairing the Wii U Pro Controller
From the HOME Menu, select Controller Settings to display the screen shown to the right. Select Pair, and then follow the on-screen instructions to pair the controller.
Surround Sound
This game supports 5.1-channel linear PCM surround sound. In order to experience surround sound, select (System Settings) from the Wii U Menu, choose the TV item, and then change the audio-output type to Surround.
In order to experience surround sound with this software, you will need to connect your Wii U console with a receiver that has a built-in HDMI™ port using a High Speed HDMI Cable. For more information about how to configure and connect your receiver, see the instruction manual for the receiver.
3 Online Features
Connecting your system to the Internet lets you enjoy the following feature:
Tingle Bottles
Put messages in bottles and post them to Ⓚ Miiverse™, as well as receive bottles from others (refer to section 15). You can also send pictographs (screenshots) with your messages.
See the Internet Connection Requirements section of the printed Wii U Operations Manual for more information about the equipment required to connect to the Internet. Once you have all the required equipment, select Internet from (System Settings) in the Wii U Menu to configure an Internet connection.
4 Note to Parents and Guardians
You can restrict use of the following features by selecting ? (Parental Controls) from the Wii U Menu.
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Online Interaction in Games | Restricts the exchange of Tingle Bottles on Miiverse entirely. |
| Miiverse | Restricts the exchange of Tingle Bottles on Miiverse. • Restrict Posting: Restrict the sending of Tingle Bottles and use of the [Yeah button]. • Restrict Viewing and Posting: Restrict the sending and viewing of Tingle Bottles and use of the [Yeah button]. |
Access to this game (as well as other games) can also be restricted through the Game Rating item in Parental Controls.
5 About This Game
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD is an action-adventure game originally for the Nintendo GameCube™ system, now reborn in HD on Wii U! Fight enemies, use items, and solve puzzles as you make your way across numerous islands and through dungeons!
6 Getting Started
First, choose whether to use a Wii U GamePad or a Wii U Pro Controller.
The instructions in this manual refer mainly to the GamePad. The action controls are the same for both controllers (refer to section 11).
You can switch between controllers by accessing the Options menu found on the Items screen (refer to section 9).
File-Selection Screen
To start a new game, select a Quest Log slot displaying New Game. To continue playing a previously saved game, select a Quest Log slot with saved data.
The screen to the right will be displayed when you select a Quest Log slot. Select Normal Mode to adjust the game difficulty between Normal and Hero Mode.
[Image: A screenshot of the File-Selection Screen showing options like Quest Log 1, Quest Log 2, New Game, and buttons like Return, Erase, Copy, Start.]
Menu Controls
The options displayed on the GamePad are generally selectable by use of the touch screen. Occasionally, the following controls can be used:
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Navigate | [Left stick] / [D-pad] |
| Confirm | [A button] |
| Back | [B button] |
Beginning a Game
Once you have entered your name, you can begin the game by selecting Start from the Quest Log.
Once you have confirmed a name, it cannot be changed.
7 Saving Data
Game data can be saved at the following points:
- On the Items screen (refer to section 9)
- On the game-over screen (refer to section 8)
When you save and then quit the game, you will restart on the island nearest your save when you next play. If you save and then quit while in a dungeon, you will restart at the beginning of the dungeon.
Copying and Deleting Data
You can perform these actions on the file-selection screen:
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Copy | Copy data to a different Quest Log slot, overwriting any data in that slot. |
| Delete | Select a Quest Log slot to delete its data. |
Be careful when overwriting and deleting data. Overwritten or deleted data cannot be recovered.
8 Game Screen
The game screen will be displayed on your television screen. You can control Link™ to progress through your adventure.
[Image: A screenshot of the game screen showing Link and other characters on a boat, with numbered elements pointing to different parts of the UI.]
- 1 Life energy: When you lose all your hearts—for example, after being attacked by enemies—it's game over.
- 2 Magic Meter: Displays your magic power. Using certain items depletes some of this power. Will appear at a certain point in your adventure.
- 3 Tingle Bottle icon: Shows the number of unread Tingle Bottle messages (refer to section 15). Shown only when there are Tingle Bottle messages you haven't read yet.
- 4 Item icons: Items set to [Y button]/[X button]/[B button] are displayed (refer to section 9).
- 5 Action icons: Actions that can be performed with [A button]/[B button] are displayed (refer to section 11).
- 6 Rupees (money)
Playing Off-TV Using the Wii U GamePad
Press the [Home button] to play off-TV with the GamePad. The game screen will be displayed on the GamePad screen. You can switch to the Items screen by pressing [R button].
Press the [Home button] to return to using both the TV screen and GamePad.
The game will pause when you switch to the Items screen (refer to section 9).
Game Over
After the game-over screen appears, you will have the option to continue playing after saving. Select Continue to continue playing from a set point on the current island, the beginning of the dungeon, or near where you were defeated if you're at sea, depending on where you've received a game over.
Select To Title Screen to quit the game and return to the title screen.
9 Items Screen
The Items screen is displayed on the Wii U GamePad touch screen. On this screen, you can check items or set items to be used in the game (refer to section 16).
More will be shown on this screen as you progress through your adventure.
When playing using the Wii U Pro Controller, press the [R button] to display the Items screen.
[Image: A screenshot of the Items screen on the Wii U GamePad, showing tabs for ITEMS, MAP, BOTTLES, and buttons like Save, Options.]
Menu icons
| Category | Function |
|---|---|
| Items | Set items for use. |
| Map | View maps (refer to section 10). |
| Bottles | View Tingle Bottle messages you've found. The number of unread Tingle Bottle messages is shown with a circled number. |
| Save | Save your progress. |
| Options | Change the settings for camera controls, gyroscopes, etc. |
Press the [L button] to switch between Items and Maps.
Setting Items
Set items by dragging them to the [Y button]/[X button]/[B button] slots. Once set, items can be used by pressing the corresponding button.
Pausing the Game
Press the [L button] to pause the game. While paused, the following operations can be performed:
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Navigate | [Left stick]/[D-pad] |
| Set Items | Choose an item and press [Y button]/[X button]/[B button]. |
| See Description | [A button] |
| Back | [B button] |
10 Map Screen
When you are on an island or out at sea, the Sea Chart screen will be shown. When you are in a dungeon, the Dungeon Map screen will be displayed.
Sea Chart Screen
Touch a square on the map to view that specific area. The area can be magnified to two larger scales.
[Image: A screenshot of the Sea Chart screen, showing a map with numbered elements pointing to different features.]
- 1 Island name
- 2 Charts: Touch [Left button]/[Right button] to switch to other charts.
- 3 Current location: The direction Link is facing is shown by [red flag symbol].
- 4 Treasure Charts held
- 5 Sunken treasure salvaged
- 6 Fishmen: You can review hints received from Fishmen.
- 7 Current wind direction
Dungeon Map Screen
Check the dungeon layout, the locations of treasure chests, etc.
When you pick up a Dungeon Map or a Compass, the information on the Dungeon Map screen will be updated.
[Image: A screenshot of a Dungeon Map screen, showing rooms, paths, and numbered elements.]
- 8 Dungeon name
- 9 Dungeon floors: Touch [Up button]/[Down button] to change the floor currently being displayed. [Yellow face symbol]: Current floor, [Skull symbol]: Boss floor.
- 10 Acquired dungeon items (refer to section 16)
- 11 Map display key: [Yellow face symbol]: Current position, [Tan square symbol]: Explored rooms, [Light tan square symbol]: Unexplored rooms, [Door symbol]: Doors, [Chest symbol]: Treasure chests.
11 Basic Actions
Walk/Run/Swim/Jump
Move in the direction [Left stick] is tilted. You will jump automatically when you run toward a ledge.
You can adjust your speed depending on how far [Left stick] is tilted.
Swim Timer
Decreases as you swim. If it empties, you will sink and take damage.
Crouch→Crawl
Hold [L button] to crouch. Tilt [Left stick] while crouching to crawl. You can wriggle through tight holes and sneak up on enemies by crawling.
You cannot crawl while holding an item. Use [Left stick] while crawling through tunnels to change direction.
Swordplay
Draw your sword with [B button] to perform the following actions:
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Horizontal Slice | [B button] or [ZL button] + [B button] |
| Vertical Slice | [ZL button] + [B button] |
| Thrust | [ZL button] + [Left stick] + [B button] or [D-pad] + [B button] |
| Spin Attack | Briefly hold [B button] and release, or rotate [Left stick] (once) and press [B button]. |
| Jump Attack | [ZL button] + [A button] |
Defend
Hold [L button] while using your sword or another item to raise your shield and defend yourself. Use [Left stick] to adjust the angle of the shield.
Other Actions
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Rolling Attack | [D-pad] + [A button], or [ZL button] + [A button] when your sword is not drawn |
| Sidestep | [ZL button] + [Left stick] + [A button] (to side jump) |
| Backflip | [ZL button] + [Left stick] + [A button] |
Changing Viewpoint (Operating the Camera)
Targeting
Hold down [R button] to target people or enemies displaying a [target symbol]. By targeting enemies, you can keep them in your field of vision as you fight. While targeting, if you see the [A button] icon flash, you can press it to perform a parry attack.
Looking Around
Use [R button] to look around. Press [R button] to look from Link's viewpoint. You can also move around while in Link's viewpoint by using [Left stick].
When in Link's viewpoint, you can move the Wii U GamePad around to move Link's head. (If you've used an item to enter Link's viewpoint, you can use the GamePad to look around in the same way.)
12 Situational Actions
Perform various actions depending on the situation.
Action Icons
Press [A button]/[B button] to perform actions relative to the situation.
Pick Up
Press [A button] to pick up an item. Then press [A button] to throw it or [R button] to set it down.
Grab
Stand in front of an object, such as a block, and press and hold [A button] to grab it. You can then use [Left stick] to push or pull the object.
Sidle
Face a flat surface and hold [A button] to press up against it. Tilt [Left stick] to sidle along it. You can use this to get across narrow ledges.
[Image: Link sidling along a narrow ledge.]
Hang
Link will hang when he leaps at or slips off a ledge. Use [Left stick] to move along the edge while hanging. Use [Up button] to pull yourself up or [A button] to let go.
Rope Actions
Jump toward a rope to grab it. Use [Left stick] to swing back and forth. Press [A button] to jump from the rope in midswing or drop down if the rope is stationary.
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Change Direction | [Left stick] |
| Stop Swinging | [ZL button] |
| Climb Up or Down | [ZR button] + [Up button]/[Down button] (when the rope is stationary) |
13 Sailing
As you progress through your adventure, you will take charge of a boat. Cross the high seas and seek out numerous islands.
Controlling the Boat
Press [A button] when you are close to the side of the boat to board. Press [B button] when the boat is stopped to get out.
How to Sail
Press [A button] to hoist the sail. Use the wind to propel your boat. Head in the same direction the wind is blowing for faster sailing. When the wind is against you, your boat won't travel as fast.
[Image: Link sailing a boat, with an indicator for wind direction.]
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Change Course | [Left stick] |
| Cruise | Hold [ZR button] with the sail down. |
The wind will not affect you while you are cruising.
How to Stop
Hold [B button] to slow down and eventually stop.
Day and Night Sailing
As you sail, time will pass. When night falls, unexpected things may happen...
You can check the time on the [Moon symbol] located on the bottom-left corner of the screen.
Salvaging Treasure
Press [R button] once you've acquired the Grappling Hook (refer to section 16) to turn it into a salvage crane for hunting treasure.
Hauling Up Treasure (Salvaging)
Hold down [A button] at shining spots to lower the crane into the sea. If the crane finds any treasure, it will automatically haul it to the surface. The shining spots will disappear when you get close, so listen for their distinct ringing sounds when pinpointing their location.
Move the crane left and right with [Left stick]/[Right stick].
Firing the Cannon
There are enemies out at sea too. If you have bombs (refer to section 16), you can use the cannon by pressing [R button]. Use [Left stick] to aim and [A button] to fire.
14 Using the Wind Waker
Once you've obtained the Wind Waker, you can use it to command the wind to make various things happen. Pull out the baton with [Up button] to conduct songs you've learned.
Songs you've learned will be displayed on the Wii U GamePad screen while the Wind Waker is pulled out.
1. Adjusting the Rhythm
Tilt [Left stick] to adjust the song's rhythm.
| Time Signature | Control |
|---|---|
| 3/4 Time | [Four diamond symbols] (Do nothing.) |
| 4/4 Time | [Four diamond symbols] Hold [Left stick] |
| 6/4 Time | [Six diamond symbols] Hold [Right stick] |
Hold [Up button] to make the notes louder and [Down button] to make them quieter.
2. Conducting a Song
Tilt and hold [R button] by the time the flashing yellow light reaches the center of the metronome to conduct the notes of a song.
| Metronome Input | Control |
|---|---|
| (Center) | [Yellow circle symbol] (Do nothing.) |
| (Up) | [Up button] |
| (Down) | [Down button] |
| (Left) | [Left button] |
| (Right) | [Right button] |
Using the Wind Waker with the GamePad
Slide your finger or the stylus across the touch screen on the GamePad to move the baton in that direction.
15 Tingle Bottles
After you obtain a Tingle Bottle [Tingle icon] from Tingle, you will be able to exchange messages with other players in your region who are connected to Miiverse.
Sending Tingle Bottles
Set a Tingle Bottle as you would with any item in order to write and send messages.
[Image: A screenshot of the message input screen for Tingle Bottles.]
Attaching and Sending Pictographs
Press [B button] when using the Picto Box (refer to section 16) to display the album. Select a pictograph with [A button], and press [A button] to send it.
Reading Tingle Bottles
You can find Tingle Bottles from other players washed up on shores or bobbing out at sea. When you pick them up, you can read the messages on the Bottles screen.
Bottles Screen
A maximum of 10 Tingle Bottles will be displayed. Touch a Tingle Bottle to post a comment on Miiverse. Slide the stylus or your finger on the screen to view other Tingle Bottles.
Tingle Bottles you've collected will disappear when you quit the game.
- 1 Message: Shows the contents of a Tingle Bottle. The sender's in-game location and the number of Yeahs and comments are also displayed.
- 2 Pictograph attachments: Touch to view an attached pictograph. You can also save the pictograph to your own album.
Miiverse Settings
Touch Settings at the bottom of the Bottles screen to change the settings. You can choose whom to exchange Tingle Bottles with as well as choose to block Tingle Bottles that contain game spoilers.
[Image: A screenshot of the Miiverse Settings screen.]
16 Items
Telescope
Use this to see things that are far away. Use [R button] to look around, and tilt [Left stick] to adjust the zoom.
Grappling Hook
Throw this at spots displaying [Sun symbol] to latch on with the hook. Use the rope to swing around while hooked.
Empty Bottle
Use this to store various things, such as potions, water, or fairies.
Picto Box
Use this to take pictographs. Use [R button] to frame a shot, and press [A button] to take the pictograph. A maximum of 12 pictographs can be saved in the album.
Weapon Items
Boomerang
Attack enemies from a distance. Viable targets will display a [target symbol]. You can take out multiple enemies at once by selecting up to five targets before throwing.
Deku Leaf
Use this leaf to send gusts of air at enemies and objects. If you use it while in midair, you'll be able to ride the wind and glide for a short period of time.
Gliding with the Deku Leaf consumes magic power.
Bombs
Use these to break rocks and damage enemies. While holding a bomb, press [A button] to throw it or [R button] to set it down.
Item Bags
You can place up to eight different items in each of your three item bags.
Spoils Bag
Store spoils obtained from enemies.
Bait Bag
Store bait.
Delivery Bag
Store letters and other items characters have given to you. If you put items from the bag into a postbox, they will be delivered for you.
Dungeon Items
These items can only be used in the dungeon where they are found.
Small Key
Use these to open locked doors. These keys can only be used once.
Dungeon Map
The Dungeon Map screen displays every area of the dungeon. It will replace your usual Sea Chart screen on the Map screen while in the dungeon.
Compass
This will display treasure-chest and boss locations on the Dungeon Map screen.
Big Key
Use this to open the door to a boss's room.
There are many more items besides the ones listed here. See if you can find them all!
17 Legal Notices
IMPORTANT
This game is not designed for use with any unauthorized device. Use of any such device will invalidate your Nintendo product warranty. Copying and/or distribution of any Nintendo game is illegal and is strictly prohibited by intellectual property laws.
Unauthorized copying or distribution is prohibited. This product contains technical protection measures. Your Wii U system and this software are not designed for use with any unauthorized device or any non-licensed accessory. Such use may be illegal, voids any warranty, and is a breach of your obligations under the End User License Agreement. Further, use of an unauthorized device or software, will render this game or your Wii U system permanently unplayable and result in removal of unauthorized content. Nintendo (as well as any Nintendo licensee or distributor) is not responsible for any damage or loss caused by the use of such device or non-licensed accessory. A system update may be required to play this game.
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This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.
18 Support Information
Nintendo Customer Service
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