Jinx

Jinxing is a recurring feature in the Legend of Zelda series. Typically when Link is jinxed he is usually unable to draw his Sword. Bubbles usually have the ability to jinx Link.

The Legend of Zelda
Link will become jinxed if he comes into contact with a flashing bubble meaning he will not be able to use his sword for several seconds. The jinx only lasts a couple of seconds but can be undone immediately by playing the Whistle. In the Second Quest flashing bubbles are replaced with red and blue bubbles. If Link touches a red bubble he will remain jinxed until he comes into contact with a blue bubble; this sometimes necessitates leaving the room and finding a room which contains a Bubble of the correct color. He can also regain the use of his sword if he visits a Fairy Pond, drinks the Water of Life, or acquires a Triforce fragment.

The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask
Link will become jinxed if he comes into contact with a Blue Bubble preventing him from drawing his sword. He can however use the Great Fairy's Sword because it is used with the C buttons instead of the B button. While jinxed Link will glow blue. The jinx lasts for jut under one minute but can be undone immediately by playing the Song of Storms or by drinking a Blue Potion.

The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons
Link will become jinxed if he comes into contact with a bubble preventing him from using his sword including the Biggoron's Sword which is found in a different item slot then the regular sword. Link can become immune to jinxes by equipping a Magical Ring called the Whisp Ring.

The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker
Link will become jinxed if he comes into contact with a Blue Bubble or the blue fog found within the Earth Temple. Unlike in previous games when Link is jinxed he will be unable to use any items at all not just his sword. While jinxed blue fog will surround Link. The Jinx will only last a couple of seconds but can be undone immediately by standing in a ray of sun light.