The Goron Mask is a recurring item and object in The Legend of Zelda series.[1][name reference needed] It resembles the face of a Goron.
Mainline appearances[]
Ocarina of Time[]
In Ocarina of Time, the Goron Mask can be borrowed from the Happy Mask Shop after completing the Mask Trading Sequence. It has no function other than to change peoples' reactions when Link talks to them.
Majora's Mask[]
Link obtaining the Goron Mask in Majora's Mask
In Majora's Mask, the Goron Mask is one of five Masks used for Transformation,[2] the other three being the Deku Mask, the Zora Mask, and the Fierce Deity's Mask. When worn, it transforms Link into a Goron. The Mask contains the spirit of the fallen Goron hero Darmani III, and when Link dons the Mask, he inhabits the warrior's body. The transformation grants all the special abilities of that species, including a new fighting style, the ability to carry Powder Kegs, a special Goron Pound attack,[3] and the ability to roll at high speed while attacking with spikes, which consumes Magic Power.
In Snowhead, the ghost of the Goron warrior Darmani lingers in Goron Village, waiting to be healed. Link can speak to him if he equips the Lens of Truth. After overcoming the initial shock that Link can see him, he asks him to follow him to his grave in the Goron Graveyard.[4] Darmani then relates the tale of how he died, but says he cannot rest and wishes to have his sorrows healed.[5][6] Link can play the "Song of Healing" to heal his soul, which is then encased in the Goron Mask.[7]
The Wind Waker[]
The Goron Mask appears alongside the Bunny Hood, Keaton Mask, and All-Night Mask behind the counter of the Nintendo Gallery in The Wind Waker. It can be seen hanging on the wall next to Carlov.
Spinoff appearances[]
Hyrule Warriors[]
In Hyrule Warriors, the Goron Mask appears as a costume for Darunia in the Majora's Mask DLC pack.
Crossover appearances[]
Super Smash Bros. Brawl[]
In Super Smash Bros. Brawl, the Goron Mask appears as part of a Sticker depicting Majora's Mask artwork of Link holding one.
Sticker Information[]
| Sticker | Artwork from | Effect in The Subspace Emissary | Usable by |
|---|---|---|---|
 Link with Goron Mask |
Majora's Mask | [Slash] - Attack +17 | 
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Cadence of Hyrule[]
The Goron Mask appears as an item for Skull Kid in Symphony of the Mask, found within the Gerudo Ruins. When equipped, Skull Kid is able to attack with a Flail, and becomes immune to Lava, hot coals, and Bombs.[8] He also gains the ability to roll into enemies.
Nomenclature[]
 Names in other regions  | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Language | Name | Meaning | |
 | Japanese | ゴロンのお面 (Goron no Omen) (OoT)[9] | Same as English. |
 | German | Goronen-Haut (HWDE)[10] | Goron Skin |
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Gallery[]
The Goron Mask at the Nintendo Gallery from The Wind Waker
Darunia wearing the Goron Mask from Hyrule Warriors
A Goron Mask Item Card from Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition
The Goron Mask from Cadence of Hyrule
Printable of the Goron Mask from Majora's Mask 3D
Goron Mask in the special volume based on Majora's Mask 3D from Link's Hijinks
References
- ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 124 (OoT | MM)
- ↑ "When you wear it, you will transform into the shape you just were." — Happy Mask Salesman (Majora's Mask)
- ↑ "Then I'll open the door with a Goron Pound." — Goron (Majora's Mask)
- ↑ "......... Can it be? Are you able to see me? If you truly can see me, then follow behind me..." — Darmani III (Majora's Mask)
- ↑ "But alas... I am now dead. I was fine until I marched off to Snowhead by myself, hoping that I could drive off a demon. It had been wreaking havoc on Goron Village...Then the blizzard at Snowhead blew me into the valley. ...And now...Here I am... ...How infuriating! As I am, I can only watch as Goron Village is slowly buried in ice...I may have died, but I cannot rest." — Darmani III (Majora's Mask)
- ↑ "I beg you! Bring me back to life with your magic! If it is beyond your power, then I beg of you to do this for me instead... Heal my sorrows. Any way that you can do it will suffice... Please...heal my sorrows..." — Darmani III (Majora's Mask)
- ↑ "What a soothing melody... My sorrows are melting away into the song. I leave my undying feelings with you..." — Darmani III (Majora's Mask)
- ↑ "This mask gives Skull Kid immunity from lava, hot coals, and bombs. Attacks with a flail." — Inventory (Cadence of Hyrule)
- ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (Shogakukan) pg. 149
- ↑ "Goronen-Haut: Verwende sie auf Schaltern, um Gegner erscheinen zu lassen." — Tutorial (Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition)
| Ocarina of Time Mask Trading Sequence |
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| Keaton Mask > Skull Mask > Spooky Mask > Bunny Hood Gerudo Mask - Goron Mask - Zora Mask - Mask of Truth |
| Masks in Majora's Mask | |
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