Sunlight

Sunlight is a recurring feature in the Legend of Zelda series. When found in dark areas it is usually used to solve puzzles but can also stun or harm certain enemies weak against light. It is used to activate Sun Switches or destroy certain objects. Curiously Sunlight will always be present in areas where it is needed even if it is dark outside.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
Sunlight is found in Thieves' Town where it is used to reveal the true form of the boss Blind who is disguised as a maiden. In order to bring Sunlight to the bottom floor of the dungeon Link must use a Bomb in order to destroy a Breakable Floor on the top floor. Once Link approaches the Sunlight with Blind following Blind will transform into his true form and attack Link.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Sunlight is found in the Spirit Temple and Inside Ganon's Castle. Sunlight is used to activate Sun Switches. Like in A Link to the Past some shafts of Sunlight can only be used once Link has created an opening using bombs or Bombchu. Once Link obtains the Mirror Shield he can reflects beams of Sunlight onto other surfaces. Many mirrors which also reflect Sunlight are found throughout the Spirit Temple and must be turned to face the proper direction allowing Link to make use of Sunlight found in other parts of the dungeon. Sunlight is used to burn away the Desert Colossus's face allowing Link to access the final part of the dungeon.

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask
Sunlight is found in the Ancient Castle of Ikana and Stone Tower Temple. Like in Ocarina of Time Link can use the Mirror Shield to reflect Sunlight on to other surfaces. Sunlight also damages certain enemies such as ReDeads and Floor Masters. Sun Blocks which must be disintegrated by shining sunlight on them are also found within both dungeons. Sunlight also plays an important role against the King of Ikana and his Servants. When the fight begins Link must use Fire Arrows to burn away the Curtains blocking out the Sunlight. He must then shine the Sunlight on the remains of the King and his Servants once they have been defeated in combat. In Stone Tower Temple there are several mirrors that can store Sunlight shone on them. Once Link obtains the Light Arrows he can activate Sun Switches and remove Sun Blocks without the need for Sunlight.

The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker
Sunlight is found in the Earth Temple and in certain rooms of the Savage Labyrinth. Link can use the Command Melody to take control of Medli, a Rito accompanying Link throughout the dungeon. She can use her Harp to reflect Sunlight before Link obtains the Mirror Shield. Once Link obtains the Mirror Shield there are puzzles that require both Link and Medli to shine Sunlight onto surfaces at the same time. Sun Blocks and mirrors that can be moved also appear in the dungeon. Certain enemies can also be stunned when exposed to Sunlight. Poes and the dungeon boss, Jalhalla, can only be harmed by Link once they are exposed to enough Sunlight. Sunlight can also be used to clear blue fog that Jinxes Link. Entering Sunlight will also remove a Jinx from Link.

The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap
Sunlight appears in the Temple of Droplets. It is used to melt Ice Blocks which bar Link's path or contain useful items. Some rooms require Link to open hatches to allow Sunlight to reach the lower parts of the dungeon. Once Link obtains the Flame Lantern he can remove smaller Ice Blocks without the need for Sunlight however he must still shine Sunlight onto a large block of ice containing the Water Element.