Deku

The Deku are a recurring race in the Legend of Zelda series. The Deku are a race of humanoid plant-like beings that often co-exist with other races.

There are three main species of Deku:
 * Deku Scrub: These are the most common type of Scrub, identified by their green leaves, and often are looking for a conversation and are non-aggressive.
 * Mad Scrub: These have red leaves, move more quickly, and don't talk. They tend to be the most violent form of Deku Scrub.
 * Business Scrub: These Scrubs have arms, speak, and offer to sell an item at an increased cost when defeated. When Link defeats a Business Scrub, it will speak to him either about hints on playing certain sections of the game, or offer to sell items for Rupees.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Deku make their first appearance in Ocarina of Time. They appear in all three variations: Deku Scrubs, Mad Scrubs and Business Scrubs.

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask
Deku Scrubs and Business Scrubs can be found in Clock Town, Termina Field, Deku Palace, Dungeons, and holes throughout Termina.

Certain Business Scrubs will be willing to trade Title Deeds with Link in exchange for another Title Deed. Trading away every Title Deed will eventually allow Link to obtain five Pieces of Heart, one for each Title Deed that he trades.

In Majora's Mask, Link is able to turn into a Deku Scrub with the help of the Deku Mask. In the beginning of the game, he is trapped in this form from the evil power of Majora's Mask. With the mask, Link gains nearly all of the features of a Deku Scrub and their abilities.

The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons
Deku Scrubs can be found in the overworld and various caves throughout Labrynna and Holodrum.

In Oracle of Seasons, one Deku Scrub plays the final role in the quest for the Noble Sword. If Link Plays his Phonograph for it, it will tell him how to navigate the Lost Woods

The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap
Business Scrubs can be found throughout Hyrule, usually in caves.

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