| Master Sword | |
|---|---|
| The Legend of Zelda element | |
 Model of the Master Sword in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild | |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| First appearance | |
| Genre | High fantasy action-adventure |
| In-universe information | |
| Type | Fictional divine magic sword |
| Owners | Link |
| Function | Ultimate weapon capable of defeating Ganon |
| Traits and abilities | Repels evil Time travel Emits sword beams |
The Master Sword (マスターソード, Masutā Sōdo) is a fictional divine magic sword in Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda series. It is also known as "The Blade of Evil's Bane", the "Sword of Resurrection", the "Sword that Seals the Darkness" and the "Sacred Sword". It was introduced in the 1991 action-adventure video game The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and has since appeared in most other games in the series.
The sword is the signature weapon of Link, the series protagonist, and has become an integral part of the character's visual identity and also a core element of Zelda iconography. In the narrative of the series, it is a powerful, sacred weapon that Link repeatedly uses to defeat the main antagonist, Ganon and other forces of evil. Throughout the Zelda series, it is shown to have various magical powers, including the capability to repel evil, alter the flow of time, and emit light beams to attack surrounding enemies.
In addition to The Legend of Zelda series, the Master Sword has also appeared in various other video games, media, and merchandise. These include Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart 8, and Hyrule Warriors. It has been recreated in fan art, cosplay, and weaponry and has become a widely recognizable object in video gaming.