Iron Mask

Iron Masks, sometimes referred to as Hiploops, are recurring enemies in The Legend of Zelda Series. They are a small, insect-like creature with a large iron mask shielding their heads. Their unprotected backsides are considered these creatures' weak spot. If Link can maneuver past them and strike from behind, they can be defeated. Aware of this however, Iron Masks do a good job at protecting themselves by focusing on Link. In The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Link has the option of removing the iron mask with his Hookshot, making their entire bodies susceptible to attack. In The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages Link uses this same trick, but with either the Switch Hook, or the Long Hook. The mask removing technique can also be applied with the Magnetic Gloves in The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons. Iron Masks are very similar to Helmasaurs from The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, and may have possibly been inspired by them. The only differences are the slight appearance change and the ability to remove the mask.