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{{Enemy
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|name = Stalchild
|image = [[File:Mother & Child Island.jpg|200px]]
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|image= [[File:Stalkin.png|220px]]
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|caption = Stalkins from ''Twilight Princess''
|game = {{TWW}}
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|game= {{OoT}}<br>{{MM}}<br>{{FS}}<br>{{TP}}
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|other = {{LCT}}<br>{{HW}}
|inhab = [[Fairy Queen#The Wind Waker|Fairy Queen]]<br>[[Goron#The Wind Waker|Traveling Merchant]]<br>[[Korok#Rown|Rown]]
 
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|habitat= [[Hyrule Field]]<br>[[Oceanside Spider House]]<br>[[Ikana Graveyard]]<br>[[Sea of Trees]]<br>[[Talus Cave]]<br>[[Death Mountain]]<br>[[Vaati's Palace]]<br>[[Arbiter's Grounds]]<br>[[Cave of Ordeals]]
|items = [[Fire Arrow]]<br>[[Ice Arrow]]
 
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|related = [[Great Sea Islands]]
 
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|theme music=[[File:Fairy Queen Theme.ogg|noicon]]
 
 
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'''Stalchildren''', also known as '''Stalkins''' in {{TP}}, are recurring enemies in {{LZS|Series}}.
In {{TWW}}, the '''Mother & Child Isles''' are a large island (the Mother) and small island (the child) situated next to each other in the [[Great Sea]].
 
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{{Navi|Stalchild|'''Stalchild'''
|{{Fishman|Mother & Child Isles|They say that inside the ring of rock that makes up the perimeter of that island, there lives an incredibly beautiful fairy! But the thing is, nobody's ever met her. Supposedly, the only way you'll ever meet her is to take a ride on a whirlwind and drop inside that rock perimeter from the sky above. Doesn't sound easy, fry...}}
 
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Don't be afraid of the Stalchild! Just attack it repeatedly!}}
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|{{Tingle|Mother & Child Isles|Northwest of there is the [[Forsaken Fortress]]. Because of the currents, the waves around there are very high. As people stopped going around that place, monsters began to settle in instead. Do I know everything, or what?}}
 
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{{Tatl|Stalchild|It's a '''Stalchild'''. They were the cursed soldiers of the Kingdom of Ikana...What are you gonna do?}}
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==Features==
 
The Mother island is actually a [[Fairy Fountain]] which serves as the home to the [[Fairy Queen]]. However, it is surrounded with a high rock wall. The only way to access it is using the [[Ballad of Gales]], learned from [[Cyclos]], to [[Warping|warp]] inside of it. Once Link rescues his sister [[Aryll]] from the [[Forsaken Fortress]], he can conduct the Ballad of Gales using the [[Wind Waker (Item)|Wind Waker]] to enter the Mother island and receive the [[Fire Arrow|Fire]] and [[Ice Arrow]]s from the Fairy Queen. The Fairy Queen will not appear before Link until after he rescues Aryll.
 
   
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==Appearances==
On the Child island, which can be easily accessed by boat, Link meets a [[Goron#The Wind Waker|Traveling Merchant]]. It is also home to a [[Chuchu#Blue Chuchu|Blue ChuChu]], and [[Korok#Rown|Rown]], one of the [[Korok]] inhabitants of [[Forest Haven]], can be found here.
 
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===''Ocarina of Time''===
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[[File:Stalchild.png|left|80px]]
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In {{OoT}}, Stalchildren are common enemies found in [[Hyrule Field]]. They spawn only at night and disappear immediately at sunrise. These skeletal warriors bear no armor other than a Roman Cingulum, or a Military Kilt. They attack in pairs, and if one falls before the other, another Stalchild may spawn in its place but only if [[Link]] takes too long to destroy the surviving Stalchild. Each Stalchild, regardless of size, can only take two hits. Their attacks only deal 1/4 damage. If Link attacks the Stalchild from the front, it will lose its head and begin wandering around blindly without aim.
   
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Wearing the [[Bunny Hood]] will prevent their appearance altogether, as well as staying on the dirt roads. Each time ten Stalchildren are defeated, a larger one will spawn alongside a regular sized Stalchild, much like [[Guay]]s and [[Leever]]s. Due to the time it takes to spawn pairs of Stalchildren and the time from dusk till dawn, Link can only defeat two of the larger Stalchildren. The second large Stalchild will be larger than the first, and offers a larger [[Rupee]] reward for its defeat. Once Link becomes an adult, [[Poes]] haunt the field in their place.
==Similar Landmarks==
 
===Mother-and-Child Rocks===
 
[[File:Mother and Child Rocks.jpg|thumb|left|The Mother-and-Child Rocks in ''Twilight Princess'']]
 
The '''Mother-and-Child Rocks'''<ref>{{Cite|Reekfish live close to the two stone formations we call the Mother-and-Child Rocks. They've got a distinct smell that some find a little...gamey...but they're packed with nutrients, so they're revered and well cared for.|Zora|TP}}</ref> are a notable part of [[Zora's Domain]] in {{TP}}. The structures can be found in the central waters near the base of the waterfall, and are significant since it is the only area where the native [[Fish#Reekfish|Reekfish]] congregate. In the game, Link must catch a Reekfish in order to obtain the [[Scents#Reekfish Scent|Reekfish Scent]] and thus find his way to [[Snowpeak Top]].
 
   
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===''Majora's Mask===
The Mother-and-Child Rocks are an obvious reference to the Mother & Child Isles found on the Great Sea in ''The Wind Waker''; however, it is unlikely that the two are related, as the rocks are much smaller in size than the islands, and because it's confirmed that ''Twilight Princess'' and ''The Wind Waker'' take place at the same time in alternate timelines.
 
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[[File:MM3D Stalchild Notebook Portrait.png|left|A Stalchild's picture in the Bomber's Notebook from ''Majora's Mask 3D'']]
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In {{MM}}, Stalchildren are of the [[Ikana Kingdom|Ikana]] race. They haunt the [[Ikana Graveyard]] and are the fallen soldiers of the [[Ikana Kingdom]].<ref>{{Cite|It's a Stalchild. They were the cursed soldiers of the Kingdom of Ikana...What are you gonna do?|Tatl|MM}}</ref> Their general is [[Captain Keeta]], but they will mistake anyone that wears the [[Captain's Hat]] for their leader. By wearing the Captain's Hat, the Stalchildren will ask Link whether they should open or guard the grave, mentioning that they already had an order from Captain Keeta to guard it.<ref>{{Cite|Aah! Captain, sir!!! Excuse me, sir! Everyone, give the captain your attention! We haven't seen you in some time, captain, sir! As per your orders, sir, we've been guarding these graves closely. We have all been expecting your next order, sir.|A Stalchild|MM}}</ref> While this is their most major role in the game, they also have a slight role in the [[Oceanside Spider House]], where each of the Stalchildren in there will reveal the solution to the house's puzzle, ultimately leading to a [[Heart Container#Piece of Heart|Piece of Heart]].<ref>{{Cite|Ah! Captain, sir! It's been a long time since we've seen you! As you have ordered, sir, we are investigating the secrets of this place.|A Stalchild|MM}}</ref>
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===''Four Swords''===
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[[File:StalchildFS.png|left|40px]]
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In {{FS}}, Stalchildren appear in various locations. They are similar in appearance to those in previous games, but they attack differently; throwing their bones at Link in a similar manner to regular [[Stalfos]] in {{ALttP}}. Their movement is slow and defenses are not particularly strong, but they are able to leap out of the way of Link's attacks. They commonly appear in small groups and are particularly prolific in areas with lava such as [[Death Mountain (Four Swords)|Death Mountain]].
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===''Twilight Princess''===
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In {{TP}}, they are known as Stalkins. They are miniature skeleton enemies similar in appearance to Stalfos found in the [[Arbiter's Grounds]] and the [[Cave of Ordeals]]. Stalkin emerge from the ground in large groups and attack with small spears. While individually they are weak, they can be quite bothersome in groups. They can be destroyed with almost any weapon, though Link's [[Sword]] is arguably the most effective for dealing with their large groups, especially when the [[Spin Attack]] is utilized.
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==Non-Canon Appearances==
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{{Noncanon|Start}}
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===''Link's Crossbow Training''===
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In {{LCT}}, Stalkins appear in the "Gerudo Stalfos: Defender" level of Stage 1.
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===''Hyrule Warriors''===
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In {{HW}}, Stalchildren appear as foot soldiers that group in large numbers. In [[Legend Mode]], they appear in the Scenarios "[[Eldin Caves|The Sheikah Tribesman]]," "[[Lake Hylia (Hyrule Warriors)|The Water Temple]]," "[[Ganon's Tower (Hyrule Warriors)|Liberation of the Triforce]]," and "[[Valley of Seers|Darkness Falls]]."
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Helmeted Stalchildren with broken armor appear in occupied [[Keep]]s and [[Outpost]]s. [[Summoner]] Stalchildren also appear as a variant that summons reinforcements, and wear purple hoods and carry staves. Unit troops are led by Stalchild [[Captain (Hyrule Warriors)|Captain]]s, which are actually [[Stalfos]] in appearance. The same type of Captain also appears as a Keep Boss variant that guards Keeps and Outposts. Stalchild Captains occasionally drop the Monster Tooth Bronze [[Material]] when defeated.
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{{Noncanon|End}}
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==Gallery==
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<gallery>
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File:Big Stalchild.png|Large Stalchild from ''Ocarina of Time''
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File:OOT3D Spin Attack.png|Link attacking a pair of Stalchildren in ''Ocarina of Time 3D''
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File:Stalfos FS.jpg|Stalchildren from ''Four Swords''
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File:TPStalfosConcept.jpg|Stalkin concept art from ''Twilight Princess''
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File:Stalkin Spear.png|The spear used by Stalkins in ''Twilight Princess''
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File:HW Stalchild.png|Stalchild from ''Hyrule Warriors''
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File:HW Stalchild Bone.png|Archer Stalchild from ''Hyrule Warriors''
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File:HW Stalchild Helmet.png|Shield Stalchild from ''Hyrule Warriors''
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File:HW Stalchild (Summoner) Portrait.png|Summoner Stalchild from ''Hyrule Warriors''
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Revision as of 01:48, 21 August 2015

Template:Enemy Stalchildren, also known as Stalkins in Twilight Princess, are recurring enemies in Template:LZS.

Appearances

Ocarina of Time

In Ocarina of Time, Stalchildren are common enemies found in Hyrule Field. They spawn only at night and disappear immediately at sunrise. These skeletal warriors bear no armor other than a Roman Cingulum, or a Military Kilt. They attack in pairs, and if one falls before the other, another Stalchild may spawn in its place but only if Link takes too long to destroy the surviving Stalchild. Each Stalchild, regardless of size, can only take two hits. Their attacks only deal 1/4 damage. If Link attacks the Stalchild from the front, it will lose its head and begin wandering around blindly without aim.

Wearing the Bunny Hood will prevent their appearance altogether, as well as staying on the dirt roads. Each time ten Stalchildren are defeated, a larger one will spawn alongside a regular sized Stalchild, much like Guays and Leevers. Due to the time it takes to spawn pairs of Stalchildren and the time from dusk till dawn, Link can only defeat two of the larger Stalchildren. The second large Stalchild will be larger than the first, and offers a larger Rupee reward for its defeat. Once Link becomes an adult, Poes haunt the field in their place.

Majora's Mask

A Stalchild's picture in the Bomber's Notebook from Majora's Mask 3D

In Majora's Mask, Stalchildren are of the Ikana race. They haunt the Ikana Graveyard and are the fallen soldiers of the Ikana Kingdom.[1] Their general is Captain Keeta, but they will mistake anyone that wears the Captain's Hat for their leader. By wearing the Captain's Hat, the Stalchildren will ask Link whether they should open or guard the grave, mentioning that they already had an order from Captain Keeta to guard it.[2] While this is their most major role in the game, they also have a slight role in the Oceanside Spider House, where each of the Stalchildren in there will reveal the solution to the house's puzzle, ultimately leading to a Piece of Heart.[3]

Four Swords

In Four Swords, Stalchildren appear in various locations. They are similar in appearance to those in previous games, but they attack differently; throwing their bones at Link in a similar manner to regular Stalfos in A Link to the Past. Their movement is slow and defenses are not particularly strong, but they are able to leap out of the way of Link's attacks. They commonly appear in small groups and are particularly prolific in areas with lava such as Death Mountain.

Twilight Princess

In Twilight Princess, they are known as Stalkins. They are miniature skeleton enemies similar in appearance to Stalfos found in the Arbiter's Grounds and the Cave of Ordeals. Stalkin emerge from the ground in large groups and attack with small spears. While individually they are weak, they can be quite bothersome in groups. They can be destroyed with almost any weapon, though Link's Sword is arguably the most effective for dealing with their large groups, especially when the Spin Attack is utilized.

Non-Canon Appearances

Link's Crossbow Training

In Link's Crossbow Training, Stalkins appear in the "Gerudo Stalfos: Defender" level of Stage 1.

Hyrule Warriors

In Hyrule Warriors, Stalchildren appear as foot soldiers that group in large numbers. In Legend Mode, they appear in the Scenarios "The Sheikah Tribesman," "The Water Temple," "Liberation of the Triforce," and "Darkness Falls."

Helmeted Stalchildren with broken armor appear in occupied Keeps and Outposts. Summoner Stalchildren also appear as a variant that summons reinforcements, and wear purple hoods and carry staves. Unit troops are led by Stalchild Captains, which are actually Stalfos in appearance. The same type of Captain also appears as a Keep Boss variant that guards Keeps and Outposts. Stalchild Captains occasionally drop the Monster Tooth Bronze Material when defeated.

Gallery

References

  1. "It's a Stalchild. They were the cursed soldiers of the Kingdom of Ikana...What are you gonna do?" — Tatl (Majora's Mask)
  2. "Aah! Captain, sir!!! Excuse me, sir! Everyone, give the captain your attention! We haven't seen you in some time, captain, sir! As per your orders, sir, we've been guarding these graves closely. We have all been expecting your next order, sir." — A Stalchild (Majora's Mask)
  3. "Ah! Captain, sir! It's been a long time since we've seen you! As you have ordered, sir, we are investigating the secrets of this place." — A Stalchild (Majora's Mask)
TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese Template:Japanese Stalbaby
French-speaking countries French Sakdoss
Stalchild
Federal Republic of Germany German Knochengänger Bonewalker
Spanish-speaking countries Spanish Stalchild

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