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+ | |caption = [[Hylian Shield]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' |
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+ | |game = Every ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|Legend of Zelda]]'' game |
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+ | |comp = [[Hylian Shield]], [[Mirror Shield]]. |
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| + | Always accompanying [[Link]]'s [[sword]], a '''shield''' is a defensive item which has appeared in every game of [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. The shield is [[Link]]'s primary protective defense used to deflect objects, guard from attack, and in some instances, reflect light onto other objects. By appearing in every ''Zelda'' title to date, the shield is not only a trademark of the series, but completes Link's hero-like appearance, along with any sword he happens to wield at the time. From defending Link to being the favorite snack of [[Like Like]]s, the design and function of the shield greatly differs throughout the series. |
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| − | The '''Hero's Shield''' is the name of two different impregnable [[shield]]s used by [[Link]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''. |
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| + | ==Levels of Shields== |
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| − | ==Appearances== |
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| + | In the ''Zelda'' universe, three common shields exist: the '''Wooden''', the '''Durable''', and the '''Mirror''' shields - from which the games, at their own discretion, add different variations and unique shields to the mix that operate differently as required by the individual games themselves. ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' both contain examples of all three varieties.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=The shield has three potential levels of power. Your first shield can only fend off the enemy's arrows, spears and rocks. If you improve your shield or find a better one, you can defend yourself against different attacks.|game=A Link to the Past|page=23}}</ref> |
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| − | ===''Majora's Mask''=== |
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| − | [[File:Grandma_shield.jpg|right|thumb|175px|Link's [[Grandma]] presents him with the family shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''.]] |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', the Hero's Shield is used by Link at the beginning of the game. It is a strong metal shield that can be bought at the [[Trading Post (Majora's Mask)|Trading Post]] in [[Clock Town]] for 80 [[Rupees]] in case Link gets his shield swallowed by a [[Like Like]]. If the shield is lost to the [[Takkuri]] by [[Milk Road]], it can be found it in the [[Curiosity Shop]]; however, the price may be higher. |
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| + | ===Wooden Shields=== |
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| − | The Hero's Shield is permanently replaced by the [[Mirror Shield]] once Link obtains it in [[Beneath the Well]]. |
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| + | :''Related Articles: [[Wooden Shield]], [[Ordon Shield]], [[Deku Shield]], and [[Fighter's Shield]]'' [[File:Deku Shield.png|50px|right|[[Deku Shield]]]] [[File:Shield 1.png|50px|right|The Ordon Shield from ''Twilight Princess.'']] |
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| + | The '''Wooden Shield''' is often the first that Link acquires in his journey, as this type of shield is the closest and most readily available to Link at the time. Though not specifically noted, many of the games such as ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' incorporate wooden shields; they are noted by their adequate protection from rocks and arrows and weakness against fire, instead of by their rudimentary wooden makeup. In 3D ''The Legend of Zelda'' titles, the wooden shield's weakness to fire makes it a relatively risky choice to use under volcanic and high heat conditions because contact with fire will burn the shield, namely the [[Deku Shield]] and the [[Ordon Shield]], away completely. In order to accommodate this aversion to fire, wooden shields can be replaced at nearby bazaars for a nominal price. |
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+ | ===Durable Shields=== |
| + | :''Related Articles: [[Hylian Shield]], [[Hero's Shield]], [[Iron Shield]], [[Red Shield]], and [[Magical Shield]]'' [[File:ALttPShield.png|right|50px|A metallic shield in '[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'']] |
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| + | [[File:Majora's Mask - Hero Shield.png|right|50px|The Hero's Shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'']] |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', the Hero's Shield is the basic shield received at the beginning of the game. It bears a slight resemblance to the fabled [[Hylian Shield]], once used by the [[Link#Hero of Time|Hero of Legend]]. The shield is sturdy and provides adequate protection against most attacks, although its flimsy appearance is mocked by [[Tetra]]. Despite this, the Hero's Shield will not burn upon contact with fire like most wooden shields. |
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| + | The '''Durable Shield''' is the more durable counterpart to the wooden shield, in that it can not only deflect most enemy attacks and projectiles, but it does not fail in the presence of high heat. The [[Magical Shield]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'' is the first form of this shield, and the [[Red Shield]] from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' and [[Hero's Shield]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'' fame are prime examples of the impenetrability of these shields - even large boulders that rain down from the apex of [[Death Mountain]] don't leave a scratch on the surface of the [[Hylian Shield]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''. Unlike the wooden shield, which often has a minimalistic art design on its facing side, these impregnable shields commonly boast the [[Hylian Crest]] and the [[Triforce]] at their front. While the majority of these shields are metallic in construct, many in the series do not give any physical description beyond what they protect against. |
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| − | The shield is an heirloom which has been passed down in Link's family for generations. It is given to him by his [[Grandma]] before he leaves [[Outset]] to save his sister, [[Aryll]]. It is with sadness that Grandma gives Link the shield, as it symbolizes his departure from the island to face great danger. |
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| + | ===Mirror Shields=== |
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| + | :''Main Article: [[Mirror Shield]]'' [[File:Mirror Shield.png|right|50px|The Mirror Shield of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'']] |
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| − | *The Hero's Shield of ''Majora's Mask'' was also used by Link during his fight with [[Ganon]] in the Space World 2000 tech demo. |
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| + | [[File:Ocarina Of Time - Mirror Shield.png|right|50px|Mirror shield of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'']] |
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| + | Always having a smooth, reflective face, the '''Mirror Shield''' is usually the last, and sometimes even optional, shield variation Link can receive on his quest; this shield is an impregnable shield with one added function: the ability to reflect light. Its plot usability is determined by game; for example, ''Ocarina of Time'' incorporates a mirror shield that is required to beat the [[Spirit Temple]], while ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'' presents the shield as a reward for completing a lengthy side-quest unrelated to the plot. The mirror shield is used almost exclusively to complete the dungeon it was found in, and rarely throughout the rest of the game, save certain side-quests and other small situations. |
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| − | |English= {{exp|Yuusha no Tate (Hero's Shield)|勇者の盾}} |
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| + | ==Function== |
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| + | Link has always used the shield to defend himself. Sometimes, the shield is even necessary to defeat specific enemies. However, the way the shield is utilized varies; depending on the game, Link is limited to defending either automatically or manually. |
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| − | |Spanish(SP)= {{exp|Hero's Shield|Escudo del Héroe}} |
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| − | |French= Bouclier du Brave/Bouclier du Héros |
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| + | ===Automatic=== |
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| + | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'', Link automatically carries his shield, but it can only block projectile attacks as long he faces the direction of attack.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=When Link is not attacking, he can use his shield that is always by his side to defend from enemy attacks. Don't forget! There are some enemy attacks Link can't defend against.|game=The Legend of Zelda|page=20}}</ref> Once again, in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the shield exclusively deflects ranged attacks. However, he doesn't only need to use it in the direction he's facing. As he charges his sword for a [[Spin Attack]], Link can hold his shield on his right side (except when looking east, in which case he holds it on his left side), leaving that side guarded but his front open. |
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| + | Link, in ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'', may use his shield against not only ranged attacks, but direct ones as well, which is crucial during combat with [[Iron Knuckle]]s and [[Stalfos]]. However, this shield cannot defend against strikes from chain hammers, axes, clubs, and fireballs.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=Dodge objects which you can't fend off with a shield...|game=The Adventure of Link|page=31}}</ref> The [[Spells of The Adventure of Link#Reflect Spell|Reflect Spell]], one of the many spells Link can use in ''The Adventure of Link'', increases the defensive powers of the shield, allowing it to bounce back projectiles. The shields of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' can also deflect both ranged and direct attacks, but as before, they are vulnerable to certain attacks.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=When you're not using your sword or any other item, you can use your shield to fend off direct blows. Be careful, though! There are some attacks your shield can't defend against.|game=Four Swords Adventures|page=28}}</ref> In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'', Link's can protect against ranged and close-ranged attacks. Only in ''Phantom Hourglass'', however, can Link use the power of [[Spirit Gems#Wisdom Gems|Wisdom Gems]] to augment the defensive powers of his shield. |
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| − | |Italian= Scudo dell'Eroe |
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| + | ===Manual=== |
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| + | The shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' is used as any other item in the game; by assigning it a button command. Because of this, for the first time, Link may utilize the shield whenever desired.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=You can defend yourself against enemy arrows or stones using the shield. Note that you must press the Button to bring your shield up into a ready position. This will repel most enemy attacks.|game=Link's Awakening|page=14}}</ref> This function is reused in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''. The systems reappear in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'', in which the shield can bounce some attacks back at enemies.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=[The shield] Blocks (and sometimes reflect) enemy attacks. Some enemies can't be defeated without a shield, but it's also just a good idea to know when to defend yourself.|game=The Minish Cap|page=18}}</ref> |
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| + | ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' greatly changed the way the shield functions. All shields must be equipped before using. Link can use the shield in two ways. He can hold it while remaining stationary, tilting it in whatever direction he faces. Contrarily, when [[Targeting System|targeting]], Link can focus on his enemy while moving freely and defending with his shield at the same time. Similarly to the Reflect Spell, Link's shield can reflect certain enemy projectiles back at the attacker, an ability that comes with the item (except for the Mirror Shield in ''Ocarina of Time''). In a special case, if Link equips the Hylian Shield as a child, he must carry it on his back at all times, even when defending, because the shield is too heavy for him to lift. This method can be used to block debris shooting from [[Death Mountain]]. The shield mechanics of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' are the same as those in ''Ocarina of Time'', except shields are equipped automatically.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=Normally, Link will crouch as he raises his shield, but he can also move with his shield raised when Z-Targeting is activated. You can also change the direction Link guards against by tilting the Control Stick while he is crouching behind his shield.|game=Majora's Mask|page=23}}</ref> |
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| + | ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' takes the shield mechanics of the previous 3D titles and expands on them. Now when targeting an enemy, Link automatically lifts his shield in defense.<ref>{{Cite manual|quote=While holding down L, you will lock on to the enemy and defend simultaneously.|game=Twilight Princess|page=18}}</ref> However, he can't automatically reflect projectiles without use of the [[Shield Attack]], a learned ability he can also use to open the defenses of enemies and stun them. |
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| + | File:ShieldLoZArt.png|Shield official artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'' |
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| + | File:MagicalShieldLoZArt.png|[[Magical Shield]] official artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda'' |
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| + | File:MagicalShieldArtwork.png|[[Magical Shield]] official artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda'' |
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| + | File:Magical Shield.png|Official artwork of the Shield of ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'' |
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| + | File:ALttPShield.png|Shield as it appears in the official artwork of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' <small>(it is the first shield to feature a bird design)</small> |
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| + | File:Fightersshield.png|[[Fighter's Shield]] official artwork |
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| + | File:Red Shield.png|[[Red Shield]] official artwork, from ''A Link to the Past'' |
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| + | File:Mirrorshieldlttp.png|[[Mirror Shield]] of ''A Link to the Past'' |
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| + | File:Link's Awakening - Shield.png|Link's shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' |
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| + | File:Link's Awakening Shield.png|Artwork of the shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' |
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| + | File:OoT Hylian Shield.png|[[Hylian Shield]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' |
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| + | File:MM Mirror Shield.png|Mirror shield of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'' |
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| + | File:Four Swords - Shield.png|Artwork of the shield of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' |
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| + | File:Shield(FS).gif|Shield as seen in ''Four Swords'' |
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| + | File:Shield.png|[[Hero's Shield]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' <small>(this shield also appears in the [[Four Swords Series|''Four Swords'' series]])</small> |
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| + | File:Ordonshield.png|[[Ordon Shield]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' |
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| + | File:Woodenshield.png|[[Wooden Shield]] of ''Twilight Princess'' |
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| + | File:PH Shield.png|Wooden Shield of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' |
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| + | File:Shield ST.png|Sprite of Link's Shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda:Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'' |
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| + | File:ST Shield.png|Artwork showing Link's Shield in ''Spirit Tracks'' |
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[[File:File:Hylian Shield.png.png|20x20px]] [[|]] Always accompanying Link's sword, a shield is a defensive item which has appeared in every game of The Legend of Zelda series. The shield is Link's primary protective defense used to deflect objects, guard from attack, and in some instances, reflect light onto other objects. By appearing in every Zelda title to date, the shield is not only a trademark of the series, but completes Link's hero-like appearance, along with any sword he happens to wield at the time. From defending Link to being the favorite snack of Like Likes, the design and function of the shield greatly differs throughout the series.
Levels of Shields
In the Zelda universe, three common shields exist: the Wooden, the Durable, and the Mirror shields - from which the games, at their own discretion, add different variations and unique shields to the mix that operate differently as required by the individual games themselves. A Link to the Past and Ocarina of Time both contain examples of all three varieties.[1]
Wooden Shields
- Related Articles: Wooden Shield, Ordon Shield, Deku Shield, and Fighter's Shield
The Wooden Shield is often the first that Link acquires in his journey, as this type of shield is the closest and most readily available to Link at the time. Though not specifically noted, many of the games such as The Legend of Zelda and A Link to the Past incorporate wooden shields; they are noted by their adequate protection from rocks and arrows and weakness against fire, instead of by their rudimentary wooden makeup. In 3D The Legend of Zelda titles, the wooden shield's weakness to fire makes it a relatively risky choice to use under volcanic and high heat conditions because contact with fire will burn the shield, namely the Deku Shield and the Ordon Shield, away completely. In order to accommodate this aversion to fire, wooden shields can be replaced at nearby bazaars for a nominal price.
Durable Shields
- Related Articles: Hylian Shield, Hero's Shield, Iron Shield, Red Shield, and Magical Shield
The Durable Shield is the more durable counterpart to the wooden shield, in that it can not only deflect most enemy attacks and projectiles, but it does not fail in the presence of high heat. The Magical Shield of The Legend of Zelda is the first form of this shield, and the Red Shield from A Link to the Past and Hero's Shield of Majora's Mask fame are prime examples of the impenetrability of these shields - even large boulders that rain down from the apex of Death Mountain don't leave a scratch on the surface of the Hylian Shield of Ocarina of Time. Unlike the wooden shield, which often has a minimalistic art design on its facing side, these impregnable shields commonly boast the Hylian Crest and the Triforce at their front. While the majority of these shields are metallic in construct, many in the series do not give any physical description beyond what they protect against.
Mirror Shields
- Main Article: Mirror Shield
Always having a smooth, reflective face, the Mirror Shield is usually the last, and sometimes even optional, shield variation Link can receive on his quest; this shield is an impregnable shield with one added function: the ability to reflect light. Its plot usability is determined by game; for example, Ocarina of Time incorporates a mirror shield that is required to beat the Spirit Temple, while The Minish Cap presents the shield as a reward for completing a lengthy side-quest unrelated to the plot. The mirror shield is used almost exclusively to complete the dungeon it was found in, and rarely throughout the rest of the game, save certain side-quests and other small situations.
Function
Link has always used the shield to defend himself. Sometimes, the shield is even necessary to defeat specific enemies. However, the way the shield is utilized varies; depending on the game, Link is limited to defending either automatically or manually.
Automatic
In The Legend of Zelda, Link automatically carries his shield, but it can only block projectile attacks as long he faces the direction of attack.[2] Once again, in A Link to the Past, the shield exclusively deflects ranged attacks. However, he doesn't only need to use it in the direction he's facing. As he charges his sword for a Spin Attack, Link can hold his shield on his right side (except when looking east, in which case he holds it on his left side), leaving that side guarded but his front open.
Link, in The Adventure of Link, may use his shield against not only ranged attacks, but direct ones as well, which is crucial during combat with Iron Knuckles and Stalfos. However, this shield cannot defend against strikes from chain hammers, axes, clubs, and fireballs.[3] The Reflect Spell, one of the many spells Link can use in The Adventure of Link, increases the defensive powers of the shield, allowing it to bounce back projectiles. The shields of Four Swords and Four Swords Adventures can also deflect both ranged and direct attacks, but as before, they are vulnerable to certain attacks.[4] In Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks, Link's can protect against ranged and close-ranged attacks. Only in Phantom Hourglass, however, can Link use the power of Wisdom Gems to augment the defensive powers of his shield.
Manual
The shield in Link's Awakening is used as any other item in the game; by assigning it a button command. Because of this, for the first time, Link may utilize the shield whenever desired.[5] This function is reused in Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons. The systems reappear in The Minish Cap, in which the shield can bounce some attacks back at enemies.[6]
Ocarina of Time greatly changed the way the shield functions. All shields must be equipped before using. Link can use the shield in two ways. He can hold it while remaining stationary, tilting it in whatever direction he faces. Contrarily, when targeting, Link can focus on his enemy while moving freely and defending with his shield at the same time. Similarly to the Reflect Spell, Link's shield can reflect certain enemy projectiles back at the attacker, an ability that comes with the item (except for the Mirror Shield in Ocarina of Time). In a special case, if Link equips the Hylian Shield as a child, he must carry it on his back at all times, even when defending, because the shield is too heavy for him to lift. This method can be used to block debris shooting from Death Mountain. The shield mechanics of Majora's Mask and The Wind Waker are the same as those in Ocarina of Time, except shields are equipped automatically.[7]
Twilight Princess takes the shield mechanics of the previous 3D titles and expands on them. Now when targeting an enemy, Link automatically lifts his shield in defense.[8] However, he can't automatically reflect projectiles without use of the Shield Attack, a learned ability he can also use to open the defenses of enemies and stun them.
Gallery
- ShieldLoZArt.png
Shield official artwork from The Legend of Zelda
- MagicalShieldLoZArt.png
Magical Shield official artwork from The Legend of Zelda
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Magical Shield official artwork from The Legend of Zelda
- Magical Shield.png
Official artwork of the Shield of The Adventure of Link
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Shield as it appears in the official artwork of A Link to the Past (it is the first shield to feature a bird design)
- Fightersshield.png
Fighter's Shield official artwork
Red Shield official artwork, from A Link to the Past
Mirror Shield of A Link to the Past
- Link's Awakening - Shield.png
Link's shield in Link's Awakening
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Artwork of the shield in Link's Awakening
- OoT Hylian Shield.png
Mirror shield of Majora's Mask
Artwork of the shield of Four Swords
- Shield(FS).gif
Shield as seen in Four Swords
Hero's Shield of The Wind Waker (this shield also appears in the Four Swords series)
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- Woodenshield.png
Wooden Shield of Twilight Princess
- PH Shield.png
Wooden Shield of Phantom Hourglass
Sprite of Link's Shield in Spirit Tracks
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Artwork showing Link's Shield in Spirit Tracks
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- ↑ "The shield has three potential levels of power. Your first shield can only fend off the enemy's arrows, spears and rocks. If you improve your shield or find a better one, you can defend yourself against different attacks." (A Link to the Past manual, pg. 23)
- ↑ "When Link is not attacking, he can use his shield that is always by his side to defend from enemy attacks. Don't forget! There are some enemy attacks Link can't defend against." (The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 20)
- ↑ "Dodge objects which you can't fend off with a shield..." (The Adventure of Link manual, pg. 31)
- ↑ "When you're not using your sword or any other item, you can use your shield to fend off direct blows. Be careful, though! There are some attacks your shield can't defend against." (Four Swords Adventures manual, pg. 28)
- ↑ "You can defend yourself against enemy arrows or stones using the shield. Note that you must press the Button to bring your shield up into a ready position. This will repel most enemy attacks." (Link's Awakening manual, pg. 14)
- ↑ "[The shield] Blocks (and sometimes reflect) enemy attacks. Some enemies can't be defeated without a shield, but it's also just a good idea to know when to defend yourself." (The Minish Cap manual, pg. 18)
- ↑ "Normally, Link will crouch as he raises his shield, but he can also move with his shield raised when Z-Targeting is activated. You can also change the direction Link guards against by tilting the Control Stick while he is crouching behind his shield." (Majora's Mask manual, pg. 23)
- ↑ "While holding down L, you will lock on to the enemy and defend simultaneously." (Twilight Princess manual, pg. 18)