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The various Weapons in Breath of the Wild. See a list below.

List Of Weapons

Each of the Weapons in Breath of the Wild can usually be picked up from various Creatures and Enemies depending on what they're carrying. Often you can find Weapons hidden here and there, or in Shrines throughout Hyrule.

Swords

This article is about the recurring items named "Sword". For other Swords, see Sword (Disambiguation).

Swords,(TLoZ | LA | TFH | BotW)[1][2][3] also known as Fighter's Swords,(ALttP)[4] are recurring items in The Legend of Zelda series.

Location and uses

The Legend of Zelda

First appearing in The Legend of Zelda, the Sword can be obtained in a Cave accessed from the starting screen. Inside, Link finds an Old Man who tells him to take the Sword because it is dangerous to travel alone.[5] The Sword has two additional color variants which appear when Link wears either the Blue Ring or the Red Ring. The Sword can damage almost every enemy, but it is one of the weakest items in the game. However, the Sword can be replaced by the White Sword and then the Magical Sword, which each deals twice the damage of its predecessor. A Sword that is designed like a rapier is depicted on the Title Display of the game. It is not confirmed to be any of the Swords that can be obtained in the game.

A Link to the Past



A Link to the Past Manual Description
A Link to the Past logo
Sword
The sword has four potential levels of power. You can see what level your sword is currently at by looking at the number next to the sword symbol on your Sub Screen. Your first goal is to obtain the Master Sword, which is power level two.
A Link to the Past & Four Swords Manual Description
A Link to the Past & Four Swords logo
Sword
There are four levels of power. The damage your sword does increases with each level.

The Fighter's Sword is given to Link by his Uncle along with the Fighter's Shield as he enters Hyrule Castle. Link uses the Fighter's Sword until he obtains the Master Sword.

During the credits, Link's Uncle is shown using the Fighter's Sword again.

Link's Awakening

Link's Awakening Manual Description
Link's Awakening logo
Sword
This trusty blade is your main weapon. You can use it to attack enemies or cut the grass. Rumor has it that there is a more powerful Sword hidden on Koholint Island.

The Sword in Link's Awakening is the first Sword that Link can obtain. It is from Link's previous adventures and has his name engraved on it.[6] Link finds it on Toronbo Shores shortly after waking up after his crash on Koholint Island. By bringing 20 Secret Seashells to the Seashell Mansion, Link can replace it with the Level 2 Sword.[7][8]

By holding his Sword out, Link can move while he keeps facing the same direction.[9] If Link then releases his Sword, he will perform a Whirling Blade attack,[10] which deals more damage than a regular Sword blow.[11]

Link can also hit walls with his Sword to determine whether or not they can be destroyed using Bombs.[12]

Tri Force Heroes

The Sword is used by the Links in Tri Force Heroes.[13] It changes appearance when certain outfits are worn, such as the Sword Suit, the Sword Master Suit, the Dapper Spinner, the Hero's Tunic, Ninja Gi, the Spin Attack Attire and the Tri Suit. While wearing the Fierce Deity Armor, the Sword becomes the Fierce Deity Sword. In addition, the Sword becomes a Telescope while wearing Linebeck's Uniform, and a parasol while wearing the Lady's Ensemble.

Breath of the Wild

The Sword in Breath of the Wild can be obtained randomly from a Treasure Chest dropped by scanning The Legend of Zelda Link amiibo with the amiibo Rune. It is described as a Sword that was once wielded by a hero in an ancient age.[3] Its appearance resembles its design throughout the artwork of The Legend of Zelda.

Being made of metal, the Sword will conduct Electricity attract Lightning during Thunderstorms. It will sink if it is dropped in Water, but it can be picked up again and manipulated using the Magnesis Rune. It is also unable to burn when exposed to Fire or a Scorching Climate.

In other media

The Legend of Zelda (TV series)

In the "Stinging a Stinger" episode of The Legend of Zelda TV series, Sleezenose offers Link a Sword as a sign of gratitude for having saved him.[14] Although Link first hesitates to trade it in for his Crissword,[15] Sleezenose explains that anyone who carries the Sword is made irresistible to women, especially princesses.[16] This convinces Link and causes him to immediately hand over his old Sword when he hears Princess Zelda screaming for help.[17] When Link finds Zelda, she is being attacked by a Patra.[18] The young hero, confident about his new Sword, faces an incoming Patra, but one beam from the foe breaks the Sword in half and causes Link to collapse from the attack. When he looks up and sees the broken Sword, he realizes that he has been tricked by Sleezenose. Link leaves behind the broken Sword when Ganon appears and captures him.

Link's Awakening (Cagiva)

In the Link's Awakening manga by Ataru Cagiva, Link finds his lost Sword at Toronbo Shores after waking up from the shipwreck. During the fight against the Angler Fish, Link breaks the Sword after stabbing the boss on its head.

Spinoff appearances

The Faces of Evil

TFoE Sword Sprite

In The Faces of Evil, the Sword is used as Link's main weapon.[19] As well as being used to fight enemies with, it is also used to pick up dropped items and talk to characters by striking them. In the game's tutorial, the Sword is also referred to as a "Smart Sword", and it is explained that it will not hurt friendly characters but instead encourage them to talk.[20]

Link can later receive a stronger Sword called the Power Sword, which replaces his standard Sword.

The Wand of Gamelon

In The Wand of Gamelon, the Sword is used as Zelda's main weapon.[21] Identically to The Faces of Evil, it is also able to pick up items and encourage characters to talk, in addition to fighting enemies with. The Sword is also referred to as a "Smart Sword" in the game's tutorial.[22]

As in The Faces of Evil, Zelda can later find the stronger Power Sword. It replaces her standard Sword.

Trivia

Nomenclature

TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in other regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
LanguageNameMeaning
JapanJapaneseソード (Sōdo) (TLoZ)[24]
剣 (Ken) (ALttP)[25]
Same as English.
Same as English.
NetherlandsDutchZwaard (TLoZ)[26]Sword
FranceFrenchEUEpée (TLoZ)[27]Sword
GermanyGermanSchwert (LA)[28]
de-niwa:SchwertSchwert (LANS)
Same as English.
Sword
ItalyItalianSpada (LANS)
Latin AmericaSpanishLAEspada (LANS)
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See also

References

  1. Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 140 (TLoZ | LA | TFH)
  2. "Sword
    The sword you carried prior to washing ashore on the island.
    " — N/A (Link's Awakening for Nintendo Switch)
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Sword
    A sword once wielded by a hero in an ancient age. When grasped, a strange sense of nostalgia washes over you. Take it when going alone would otherwise be dangerous.
    " — Inventory (Breath of the Wild)
  4. Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 140 (ALttP)
  5. 5.0 5.1 "IT'S DANGEROUS TO GO ALONE! TAKE THIS." — Old Man (The Legend of Zelda)
  6. "You found your Sword! It must be yours because it has your name engraved on it!" — N/A (Link's Awakening DX)
  7. "I am the spirit of the mansion. I have been waiting for someone to overcome the darkness. Find all the secret shells and go through the gate to receive the ultimate sword!" — Spirit of the Mansion (Link's Awakening DX)
  8. Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 129
  9. Link's Awakening manual, pg. 18
  10. "The Whirling Blade technique has been handed down from generation to generation by the family of the hero. To use it, hold down the Sword Button and build up your power. When you have enough, you can release the Button! Can you master this?" — Secrets Of The Whirling Blade (Link's Awakening DX)
  11. Link's Awakening manual, pg. 19
  12. "Well that was a surprise! Hey! I'll tell you a secret! Use your sword to poke at dungeon walls... If you hear a hollow clank, you can break the wall with a Bomb!" — Talking Timber (Link's Awakening DX)
  13. "" — Nintendo, ゼルダの伝説 トライフォース3銃士 : 冒険ははるか長い道のり | ニンテンドー3DS | 任天堂, Official Japanese Site (Image), published n.d., retrieved August 23, 2017.
  14. "Say, you're one hot swordsman. Which reminds me, I have just the gift for you for saving my life." — Sleezenose (The Legend of Zelda TV Series, Episode 9)
  15. "Gee, I don't know. It's been a pretty good sword." — Link (The Legend of Zelda TV Series, Episode 9)
  16. "Yes, but this sword is much better. For instance, it makes whoever carries it irresistible to ladies. If you know what I mean. [...] ESPECIALLY princesses." — Sleezenose (The Legend of Zelda TV Series, Episode 9)
  17. "It's a deal! Oh boy!" — Link (The Legend of Zelda TV Series, Episode 9)
  18. "Eeh! Get away from me, you stupid Patra! Link! Link! Where are you?" — Princess Zelda (The Legend of Zelda TV Series, Episode 9)
  19. "The Sword Attack by pressing Button One to strike enemies. It is rumored that hidden in Koridai are ways to make your sword fire deadly Power Blasts." (The Faces of Evil manual, pg. 3)
  20. "Luckily, I brought my Smart Sword. It won't hurt anyone friendly. In fact, it makes them talk!" — Link (The Faces of Evil)
  21. "The Sword Attack by pressing Button One to strike enemies. It is rumored that hidden in Gamelon are ways to make your sword fire deadly Power Blasts." (The Wand of Gamelon manual, pg. 4)
  22. "Luckily, I brought my Smart Sword. It won't hurt anyone friendly. In fact, it makes them talk!" — Princess Zelda (The Wand of Gamelon)
  23. "Princess Zelda, it's dangerous to go alone. Take me!" — Impa (Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition)
  24. The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 18
  25. Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Vol. 1 (Shogakukan 1) pg. 21
  26. The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 19
  27. The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 19
  28. "Nun hast Du Dein Schwert gefunden und bist froh, den Namen [Name] darauf zu lesen!" — N/A (Link's Awakening, German version)

Clubs

Clubs

Spears

Spears
Icon Spear Description Weapon Dmg
File:Boko Spear.png Boko Spear A spear recklessly carved from a tree branch. Useful for skewering fish and meat, which can then be cooked over a flame. If it's close to breaking, consider throwing it. 2
File:Farmer's Pitchfork.png Farmer's Pitchfork A farming tool used to collect hay efficiently. It's light enough to be used by anyone. The four prongs are very sharp. 2
File:Icon Soldier's Spear.png Soldier's Spear
File:Traveler's spear.png Traveler's Spear A spear used mainly by travelers to fend off wolves and other beasts. It's easy to hold and simple to use. 3
File:Traveler's spear.png Enhanced Lizal Spear Judging by the harpoon-like spearhead of this Lizalfos-made spear, the Lizalfos use it for fishing as well as combat. Try not to get caught on the wrong end of its barbs. 12

Magic

Magic
Icon Magical Description Weapon Dmg
File:Fire Rod.png Fire Rod A magical rod that can cast fireballs. The rod will break if it strikes something directly, so use it wisely. 5
File:Icon Korok Leaf.png Korok Leaf A single swing of this giant, sturdy leaf can create a gust of wind strong enough to blow away light objects. 1
File:Icon Master Sword.png Master Sword

Bows

Bows
Icon Weapon Description Weapon Dmg
File:Icon Boko Bow.png Boko Bow A basic Bokoblin bow made of wood. It's not very powerful but is light and easy to use. 4
File:Icon Soldier's Bow.png Soldier's Bow A bow designed for armed conflict. Inflicts more damage than a civilian bow, but it will still burn if it touches fire. 14
File:Icon Traveler's Bow.png Traveler's Bow A small bow used by travelers for protection. It doesn't do a lot of damage, but it can be used to attack foes from a distance. 5

See also: Bows & Arrows

Arrows

Arrows are recurring Items in The Legend of Zelda series.[1][2][3][note 1] They are sharp projectiles that are shot with a Bow. Many varieties of Arrows exist throughout the Zelda series, including Silver Arrows, Fire Arrows, Ice Arrows, Light Arrows, Bomb Arrows, Shock Arrows, and Ancient Arrows.

Location and Uses

The Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda Manual Description
The Legend of Zelda logo
Bow, and wooden and silver arrows
Link can use them only if he has both the bow and an arrow. For each arrow Link shoots, he loses one ruby. Oh, by the way, there are some enemies that can be disposed of using only the bow and arrow. So be alert!

Arrows can be shot using the Bow in The Legend of Zelda.[5] Link cannot fire Arrows until he has purchased the Arrow from a Merchant. After Link has done so, he will be able to shoot Arrows by consuming one Rupee per shot.[6] Arrows deal 2 damage to enemies that can be inflicted by them. Pols Voices are weak to Arrows and will be defeated by them in one hit. Gohmas can only be defeated with Arrows.[7] Silver Arrows also appear in the game, which deal 4 damage to enemies and must be used as the final blow on Ganon to destroy him.

A Link to the Past

Arrows appear in A Link to the Past and can be shot using the Bow. Link can purchase Arrows at Shops, acquire them from defeated enemies, or obtain them from Treasure Chests. Link can increase the amount of Arrows he can carry by spending Rupees at the Pond of Happiness. Silver Arrows also return and must be used to defeat Ganon.

Link's Awakening

Arrows appear in Link's Awakening and are shot by using the Bow. If Link equips Bombs at the same time as the Bow, he can fire the Bombs with Arrows.[8]

Ocarina of Time

In Ocarina of Time, Arrows are shot using the Fairy Bow, which can only be used while Link is an adult. Link can purchase Arrows from Shops or Business Scrubs if he has the Bow.[9][10] Arrows can also be found by cutting grass, defeating enemies, or within small Treasure Chests. Link can carry more Arrows by buying larger Quivers.[11] Link can shoot Arrows while riding Epona and can shoot Arrows through the Fire of lit Torches to light other Torches or melt ice. Fire Arrows, Ice Arrows, and Light Arrows appear for the first time in Ocarina of Time. Light Arrows are needed to defeat Ganondorf.

Majora's Mask

In Majora's Mask, Arrows are shot with the Hero's Bow, which is the main item of the Woodfall Temple. Link can purchase Arrows from Shops, find them by cutting grass, or acquire them from defeated enemies. Link can shoot Arrows while riding on Epona and can shoot them through the Fire of lit Torches to light other Torches. Fire Arrows, Ice Arrows, and Light Arrows return as central Dungeon items.

Four Swords

In Four Swords, the Links do not collect Arrows, but can shoot them with the various Bows found throughout the game.

The Wind Waker

Arrows are shot in The Wind Waker with the use of the Hero's Bow. Arrows can be purchased from Shops, found by cutting grass, or acquired from defeated enemies. Link can shoot Arrows while sailing the Great Sea on the King of Red Lions. Light Arrows also appear in The Wind Waker as a crucial weapon against Ganondorf.

Four Swords Adventures

In Four Swords Adventures, the Links shoot Arrows from the various Bows found throughout Hyrule.

The Minish Cap

Arrows can be shot in The Minish Cap by using the Bow. Arrows can be purchased from Shops, found by cutting grass, or acquired from defeated enemies. Link also obtain Light Arrows from Gregal after saving him from an evil spirit.

Twilight Princess

In Twilight Princess, Arrows are shot with the Hero's Bow. Link can purchase Arrows at Shops, find them by cutting grass, or acquire them from defeated enemies. Link can also pick up Arrows that land on the ground when enemies miss their mark. Like in Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask, Link can shoot Arrows while riding Epona. He can expand his capacity of Arrows by beating the STAR Game in Hyrule Castle Town, acquiring bigger Quivers from Purlo as rewards. Bomb Arrows appear for the first time in Twilight Princess and can be used to destroy rocks and inflict high amounts of damage to enemies.

Phantom Hourglass

In Phantom Hourglass, Link can shoot Arrows with the Bow.

Spirit Tracks

In Spirit Tracks, Link can fire Arrows by using the Bow.

Skyward Sword

Arrows can be shot with a Bow in Skyward Sword. They can be purchased at the Gear Shop in the Skyloft Bazaar. Additionally, if enemies fire Arrows at Link and they hit the ground, he can pick them up. Link can increase the amount of Arrows he can carry by equipping a Quiver to his Adventure Pouch.

A Link Between Worlds

In A Link Between Worlds, Link does not collect Arrows, but can still shoot them with a Bow. Like all items in the game, Link uses up his Energy Gauge to fire Arrows.

Tri Force Heroes

In Tri Force Heroes, the Links shoot Arrows from Bows that can be found in various Levels. Firing them uses up their Energy Gauges.

Breath of the Wild

Hyrule Compendium Entry

344 (349) Arrow
BotW Hyrule Compendium Arrow
Description
A common arrow. Its shaft was carved from the wood of a sturdy tree.
Common Locations
Hyrule Field
Eldin Canyon
Additional Effects
None

In Breath of the Wild, Arrows are commonly found and are made from sturdy Trees.[3] They can also be found as bundles.[12][13] They can be used to strike Enemies from afar with any Bow, except for the Twilight Bow and Bow of Light, which only shoot Light Arrows. Shooting an Enemy in the head with an Arrow will inflict double damage.[14] If an Enemy is scouting on a lookout post, Link can shoot them in the head to deal 10x damage to them.[citation needed] Link can shoot Arrows while riding a Horse and from atop the Master Cycle Zero. Arrows will penetrate and stick to certain Objects, such as wood, and certain Materials, such as Hylian Shrooms.[which?] Arrows can also be lit on fire and used to spread Fire to flammable Objects, such as grass, wood, and Torches.

Arrows can be purchased from the following locations:

Link can find Arrows hidden in Treasure Chests throughout Hyrule Kingdom or as enemy drops. Bokoblins, Moblins, Lizalfos, and Lynels are capable of using Bows and sometimes use Arrows. Link can also pick up Arrows that enemies fire at the ground after missing their shot. Link can stun Guardians by shooting them in the eye with Arrows. Fire Arrows, Ice Arrows, and Bomb Arrows return in Breath of the Wild, and Shock Arrows and Ancient Arrows make their first appearance. Arrows are one of the required Items for crafting Ancient Arrows by using the Ancient Oven, Ancient Oven, at the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab.

Tears of the Kingdom

Arrows return in Tears of the Kingdom, now with the ability to be fused with Materials, and because of this all previous arrow types were removed from the game, such as Bomb arrows and Fire Arrows.

Other Appearances

Ancient Stone Tablets




The Legend of Zelda (TV Series)



Zelda's Adventure



Super Smash Bros. Melee



SoulCalibur II



Super Smash Bros. Brawl



Hyrule Warriors

Arrows are obtained alongside the Bow in "The Sorceress of the Woods" Scenario in Hyrule Warriors. Arrows are unlimited in quantity and can be upgraded to the Light Arrows.

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U



Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Arrows are shot from Link's Traveler's Bow in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Arrows that don't make contact with any Fighters will stick into surfaces. They can then be picked up and thrown. If they are retrieved by Link, he can fire two Arrows at once by using the previous Arrow in tandem with a new Arrow.

Cadence of Hyrule



Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity



Nomenclature

TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in other regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
LanguageNameMeaning
JapanJapanese木の矢 (Ki no Ya) (TLoZ | BotW)[15]
ヤ (Ya) (TLoZ)
矢 (Ya) (ALttP)[16]
弓矢 (Yumiya) (ALttP)[17]
Wooden Arrow
Same as English.
Same as English.
Bow and Arrow
Taiwan, Hong Kong, MacaoChineseTR木箭 (Mù jiàn) (BotW)
NetherlandsDutchHouten pijl (TLoZ)[18]
Pijl (BotW)
Wooden arrow
CanadaFrenchCAFlèche (ST)[19]
FranceFrenchEUFlèche en bois (TLoZ | BotW)[20]
Flèche (ST)[21]
Wooden arrow
GermanyGermanPfeil (LA | ST | SS)[22][23]
Holzpfeil (BotW)
ItalyItalianFreccia (ST)[24]
Freccia di legno (BotW)
Wooden arrow
South KoreaKorean나무 화살 (Namu hwasal) (BotW)
RussiaRussianСтрела (Strela) (BotW)
N/A (TLoZ | TLoZ | ST)
N/A (TLoZ | TLoZ | ST)
N/A (TLoZ | TLoZ | ST)
SpainSpanishEUFlecha (ST | BotW)[25]
Latin AmericaSpanishLAFlecha (ST | BotW)[26]
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Notes

  1. This Item was also referred to as Wooden Arrow in the manual for The Legend of Zelda.[4] However, because Encyclopedia takes precedence, it is not considered Canon.

References

  1. Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 116 (TLoZ | ALttP | OoT | MM | TWW | TMC | TP | PH | ST | SS)
  2. The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening — Nintendo Player's Guide, Nintendo of America, pg. 10
  3. 3.0 3.1 "Arrow
    A common arrow. Its shaft was carved from the wood of a sturdy tree.
    " — Inventory (Breath of the Wild)
  4. "Bow, Wooden Arrows and Silver Arrows" (The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 23)
  5. "Link can use them only if he has both the bow and an arrow." (The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 24)
  6. "For each arrow Link shoots, he loses one ruby." (The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 24)
  7. "Oh, by the way, there are some enemies that can be disposed of using only the bow and arrow. So be alert!" (The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 24)
  8. The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening — Nintendo Player's Guide, Nintendo of America, pg. 105
  9. "Knock it off! Leave me alone, and I will sell you Arrows! 30 pieces 70 Rupees they are!" — Business Scrub (Ocarina of Time)
  10. "You can buy arrows at a shop only if you have a bow. Have you got one, mister?" — Fado (Ocarina of Time)
  11. "You upgraded your quiver to a Big Quiver! Now you can carry more arrows—40 in total!" — N/A (Ocarina of Time 3D)
  12. "Arrow x5
    A bundle of five common arrows.
    The shafts of these arrows were carved from the wood of a sturdy tree.
    " — N/A (Breath of the Wild)
  13. "Arrow x10
    A bundle of 10 common arrows.
    The shafts of these arrows were carved from the wood of a sturdy tree.
    " — N/A (Breath of the Wild)
  14. "Critical Hits
    Hitting a monster or enemy in the head with an arrow deals double the normal amount of damage.
    " — Tips and Tricks (Breath of the Wild)
  15. The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 23
  16. Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past & Four Swords (Shogakukan) pg. 13
  17. Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Vol. 1 (Shogakukan 1) pg. 23
  18. The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 24
  19. "Vous avez obtenu un arc et des flèches! Touchez l'écran tactile pour viser." — N/A (Spirit Tracks)
  20. The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 24
  21. "Vous obtenez l'arc et des flèches! Touchez l'écran tactile pour viser." — N/A (Spirit Tracks)
  22. "Willst Du zur Strafe mehr Pfeile tragen können?? Hehehe!" — Mad Batter (Link's Awakening, German version)
  23. "Du hast den Bogen erhalten! Berühre den Touchscreen zum Zielen und lass los, um einen Pfeil abzufeuern." — N/A (Spirit Tracks)
  24. "Hai ottenuto Arco e Frecce! Per scoccare una Freccia tocca il touch screen e solleve lo stilo." — N/A (Spirit Tracks)
  25. "¡Has conseguido un arco y flechas! Toca la pantalla táctil y levanta el lápiz para disparar." — N/A (Spirit Tracks)
  26. "¡Has conseguido el arco y las flechas! Toca la pantalla táctil y levanta el lápiz para disparar." — N/A (Spirit Tracks)
Arrows
Icon Arrow Description Weapon Dmg
File:Icon Arrow.png Arrow A common arrow. The shafts of these arrows were carved from the wood of a sturdy tree.
File:Icon Bomb Arrow.png Bomb Arrow The explosive powder packed into the tips of these Arrows ignites on impact, dealing big damage to anything caught in the blast.
File:Icon Fire Arrow.png Fire Arrow An arrow imbued with the power of fire. Fire Arrows break apart on impact, igniting objects in the immediate area. Incredibly effective against cold things.
File:Icon Ice Arrow.png Ice Arrow An arrow imbued with the power of ice. Ice Arrows break apart on impact, freezing objects in the immediate area. Incredibly effective against hot things.

See also: Bows & Arrows

Hammers

"Magic Hammer" redirects here. For the hammer used in Ocarina of Time, see Megaton Hammer. For the hammer used in The Wind Waker, see Skull Hammer.

Hammers,[1][2] also known as Magic Hammers(ALttP | FSA | TFH)[3][4] are recurring items in The Legend of Zelda series. [name reference needed]

Location and uses

Hammers can be used to press switches, destroy certain obstacles, such as boulders, or as a weapon.

Mainline appearances

The Adventure of Link

The Hammer is found within the Death Mountain region of western Hyrule in The Adventure of Link. It is used to smash large Boulders that are occasionally found in Hyrule's overworld, often unblocking pathways and revealing new objects underneath. It can also be used to cut Trees down in the overworld.[5]

A Link to the Past

A Link to the Past Manual Description
A Link to the Past logo
Magic Hammer
Use this hammer to pound stakes and other obstacles into the ground. The magic hammer is also effective against some enemies, but it is best used in conjunction with another weapon.

The Magic Hammer is found in the Palace of Darkness in A Link to the Past. It can remove obstacles from Link's path, allowing him to pass into otherwise inaccessible areas. It can be used to dispatch enemies such as Helmasaurs, and is essential in defeating Terrorpins in the Palace of Darkness. The Magic Hammer is also capable of shattering the faceplate of the Helmasaur King. Against most enemies, it deals as much damage as the Tempered Sword, but its reach is much shorter. Freezing enemies with the Ice Rod and then breaking them with the Magic Hammer instantly defeats them, often yielding a Magic Jar.

Four Swords Adventures

Four Swords Adventures Manual Description
Four Swords Adventures logo
Magic Hammer
You can smash or bury any stumps in your way. If you store up power and then swing it, the shock of the blow briefly dazes all enemies within range.
Lev. 2
The more power you save up, the farther the shockwave goes.

The Magic Hammer can smash stakes, stumps, and several other obstacles in Four Swords Adventures. By holding the A Button, the Links can charge the Magic Hammer which, upon release, sends out a shockwave which dazes enemies momentarily. It can be upgraded to the level 2 Magic Hammer, which makes it more powerful, sending much larger shockwaves. The Magic Hammer can also knock Force Gems from their hiding spot beneath the soil. Shadow Link can also use the Magic Hammer to interrupt the Links by sending unavoidable but harmless dazes.

Phantom Hourglass

The Hammer can be found in Mutoh's Temple in Phantom Hourglass, where it is used to defeat the temple's boss, Eox. It is also used to pound at objects, including Switches and Springboards that will propel Link into the air if he stands on it and pounds it with the Hammer. It is also one of the most powerful weapons in the game. The Hammer is controlled by holding and moving the Stylus on the Nintendo DS screen, which will drag Ciela around as she aims it and prepares to smash it.[6] It is possible to pound on objects and enemies that are far away from Link. When held for a while longer, the Hammer will grow to a gigantic size and will make a much stronger pound. It cannot be used while on stairs.

The Hammer is an effective weapon against certain enemies. Stalfos can be defeated with the Hammer in a single hit. By using it in conjunction with the Phantom Sword, it is also possible to defeat a Phantom without being seen by hiding in a Safe Zone.

A Link Between Worlds

The Hammer can be rented or purchased from Ravio's Shop in A Link Between Worlds. It is needed to progress through the Tower of Hera. The Hammer can be used to pound Moles into the ground, which then launch Link up to higher grounds, and it is essential to defeat enemies such as Deadrocks and Terrorpins.

If Link buys the Hammer, he can upgrade it to the Nice Hammer by returning 10 or more Lost Maiamais to Mother Maiamai. This form does more damage to enemies and sends out a shockwave to stun them.

Tri Force Heroes

The Magic Hammer deals twice the damage to enemies as Swords in Tri Force Heroes. It creates a shockwave when used, which can destroy Grass and Rocks and stun enemies. The Magic Hammer can be used to pound down stakes, destroy ice crystals, defeat Deadrocks, and make use of Moles.

Magic Hammers first appear in Silver Shrine, in which all three Links acquire one. They reappear in Ice Temple (two Hammers), Desert Temple (two Hammers), Dragon Citadel, and Sky Temple. They also appear in the Scorching Zone, Frozen Zone and Baneful Zone of the Den of Trials, as well as the Coliseum's Ice Cavern and The Ruins arenas. The use of Magic Hammers is required to defeat Blizzagia and Stalchampion.

The effects of the Magic Hammer are improved while wearing Hammerwear. This outfit doubles the item's shockwave size and damage output, while allowing it to be swung quicker.

Breath of the Wild

Two different Hammers can be obtained in Breath of the Wild. The first is the Iron Sledgehammer, which can be used both as a weapon and for mining Ores.[7] The second is the Spring-Loaded Hammer. It can only be purchased at the Fang and Bone for 199 Mons, and it is capable of knocking back enemies on its fourth hit.[8]

Spinoff appearances

Zelda's Adventure

ZA Hammer

In Zelda's Adventure, the Hammer is a Spell that Zelda can cast as a projectile with her Wand. It is a slow-moving Spell, but can potentially inflict a lot of damage onto enemies. It is dropped by Warbane after encountering him for the first time in the Shrine of Fire. It costs two Rupees to use.

Ancient Stone Tablets



Hyrule Warriors



HW Darunia Hammer
Darunia wielding the Hammer
This section is about the Weapon used by Darunia in Hyrule Warriors. For the Weapon used by Ravio, see Rental Hammer.

In Hyrule Warriors, the Hammer is a class of Weapon used by Darunia. It is associated with Fire.

A different Hammer also appears as an item in Hyrule Warriors Legends and Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition. This item is mainly used to smash objects, but can also be used as a weapon to attack enemies. It is also used to weaken the Helmaroc King.

Ravio also uses a unique Hammer as his class of Weapon, referred to as the Rental Hammer.

Variations

The default form of the Hammer is the Magic Hammer. The second form of the Hammer is the Igneous Hammer, followed by the Megaton Hammer.

The Lv.★ form of the Hammer is the 8-Bit Food, which is modeled after the 8-bit Food from The Legend of Zelda. It was added to Hyrule Warriors with the Majora's Mask Pack DLC. In Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition, instead of appearing as a separate Weapon, the 8-Bit Food replaces the Darkfire Hammer when the "8-Bit Weapons" Setting is turned on in Game Settings within the Settings menu.


In Hyrule Warriors Legends and Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition, the fourth form of the Hammer is the Darkfire Hammer, which is associated with both the Elements of Fire and Darkness.

Weapon Power
Weapon Number of Stars
Tier Icon Element(s) 0 1 2 3 4 5
Lv.1 HW Magic Hammer
Magic Hammer
HWDE Fire Element Icon Fire 80 88 96 104 112 120
Lv.2 HW Igneous Hammer Icon
Igneous Hammer
HWDE Fire Element Icon Fire 150 165 180 195 210 225
Lv.3 HW Megaton Hammer Icon
Megaton Hammer
HWDE Fire Element Icon Fire 280 308 336 364 392 420
Lv.★ (HW | HWDE) HW 8-Bit Food Icon
8-Bit Food
HWDE Fire Element Icon Fire 280 308 336 364 392 420
Lv.4 (HWL | HWDE) HW Megaton Hammer Icon
Megaton Hammer +
HWDE Fire Element Icon Fire 500 550 600 650 700 750
Lv.4+ (HWL | HWDE) HW Megaton Hammer Icon
Darkfire Hammer
HWDE Fire Element Icon Fire
HWDE Darkness Element Icon Darkness
500 550 600 650 700 750

Attack Combinations

Attack Pattern Effect
X Darunia curls up into a ball and charges forwards. He will then emerge and thrust his palm out.
Y X Darunia performs an uppercut with his hammer, slamming it behind him.
Y Y X Darunia leaps up and slams the ground with his bottom.
Y Y Y X Darunia slams his hammer on the ground, then leaps up and slams on it, creating a massive explosion.
Y Y Y Y X Darunia plunges his hammer and creates a pool of magma around him.
Y Y Y Y Y X Darunia summons a meteor and throws it in front of him.
Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Darunia repeatedly pounds and swings his hammer, finishing with a spinning swing and a final slam.
Special Attack
Main article: Special Attack

Darunia performs a quick dance to get himself pumped up. He then swings his Hammer down hard at his foes four times, the final strike causing a small explosion ahead of him. This attack does damage in a small range ahead of Darunia, and carries the Fire Element, making the thrown enemies take additional damage as they land.

Trivia

  • In the Japanese version of A Link to the Past, the Magic Hammer is known as the "M.C. Hammer," the name of an American rapper.

Nomenclature

TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in other regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
LanguageNameMeaning
JapanJapaneseハンマー (Hanmā) (TAoL | ALBW | TFH)[9][10][11]
マジックハンマー (Majikku Hanmā) (ALttP)[12]
Same as English.
Same as English.
CanadaFrenchCAMarteau (PH | ALBW | TFH)[13][14][15]
FranceFrenchEUMarteau (PH | ALBW | TFH)[16][17][18]
GermanyGermanHammer (PH | ALBW | TFH)[19][20][21]
de-niwa:HammerHammer (HWDE | HWDE)[22][23]
de-niwa:HammerHammer (HWDE | HWDE)[24][25]
Hammer
Same as English.
ItalyItalianMartello (PH | ALBW | TFH)[26][27][28]
South KoreaKorean해머 (Haemeo) (ALBW)[29]
SpainSpanishEUMartillo (PH | ALBW | TFH)[30][31][32]
Latin AmericaSpanishLAMartillo (PH | ALBW | TFH)[33][34][35]
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Gallery

Video gallery

Hammer gameplay from Hyrule Warriors

See also

References

  1. Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 126 (TAoL | PH | ALBW)
  2. Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 169
  3. Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 130 (ALttP | FSA)
  4. "You got a Magic Hammer!" — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
  5. "It can break rocks and cut down trees on the landscape map." (The Adventure of Link manual, pg. 46)
  6. The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass — Prima Official Game Guide, Prima Games, pg. 12
  7. "Iron Sledgehammer
    This large iron sledgehammer was originally used for mining, but it works reasonably well as a weapon too.
    " — Inventory (Breath of the Wild)
  8. "Spring-Loaded Hammer
    This strange hammer is one of Kilton's specialties. Being struck by it doesn't hurt much, but the fourth swing in a string of attacks will send the victim flying.
    " — Inventory (Breath of the Wild)
  9. The Adventure of Link manual, pg. 49
  10. "ハンマー
    ジャマな杭もこれでドスン!
    ジャマな敵もこれでドスン!
    " — Inventory (A Link Between Worlds)
  11. "ハンマーを手に入れた!
    Ⓨでドスンと一発!!
    " — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
  12. A Link to the Past manual, pg. 45 Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Vol. 1 (Shogakukan 1) pg. 25 Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past & Four Swords (Shogakukan) pg. 15
  13. "Vous obtenez un marteau! Il est petit, mais il est d'une puissance crasante!" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  14. "Marteau
    Aplatit les obstacles et les ennemis qui vous agacent.
    " — Inventory (A Link Between Worlds)
  15. "Vous avez obtenu un marteau!
    Appuyez sur Ⓨ pour tout casser!
    " — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
  16. "Vous obtenez un marteau! Il est petit, mais il est d'une puissance crasante!" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  17. "Marteau
    Aplatit les obstacles et les ennemis qui vous agacent.
    " — Inventory (A Link Between Worlds)
  18. "Vous avez obtenu le marteau !
    Appuyez sur Ⓨ pour frapper
    le sol !
    " — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
  19. "Du hast den Hammer erhalten! Er ist klein, aber schlagkräftig!" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  20. "Hammer
    Ramme störende Pfosten und hartnäckige Feinde unangespitzt in den Boden.
    " — Inventory (A Link Between Worlds)
  21. "Der Hammer!
    Mithilfe von Ⓨ schlägst
    du kräftig zu!
    " — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
  22. "Hammer" — Smithy (Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition)
  23. "Du hast den Hammer erhalten!
    Getroffene Gegner werden umgeworfen, und du kannst mit ihm Schalter betätigen!
    " — N/A (Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition)
  24. "Hammer" — Smithy (Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition)
  25. "Du hast den Hammer erhalten!
    Getroffene Gegner werden umgeworfen, und du kannst mit ihm Schalter betätigen!
    " — N/A (Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition)
  26. "Hai ottenuto il Martello! Magari non sembra, ma molto potente!" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  27. "Martello
    Affossa pioli e nemici!
    " — Inventory (A Link Between Worlds)
  28. "Hai ottenuto il martello!
    Spacca tutto con Ⓨ!
    Non farti scrupoli!
    " — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
  29. "해머
    거슬리는 말뚝도 이걸로 쿵!
    거슬리는 적들도 이걸로 쿵!
    " — Inventory (A Link Between Worlds)
  30. "¡Has conseguido un martillo! Es pequeño, pero golpea con mucha fuerza." — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  31. "Martillo
    Ahora podrás golpear los obstáculos o a los enemigos que te sacaban de quicio.
    " — Inventory (A Link Between Worlds)
  32. "¡Obtienes el martillo!
    ¡No te cortes y aplasta cosas sin
    parar pulsando Ⓨ!
    " — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
  33. "¡Conseguiste un martillo! Es pequeño, pero golpea con mucha fuerza." — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  34. "Martillo
    Ahora podrás golpear los obstáculos o a los enemigos que te bloqueen el camino.
    " — Inventory (A Link Between Worlds)
  35. "¡Obtienes el martillo!
    ¡Aplasta cosas sin parar
    oprimiendo Ⓨ!
    " — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
Hammers
Icon Hammer Description Weapon Dmg
File:Icon Iron Sledgehammer.png Iron Sledgehammer This large iron sledgehammer was originally used for mining, but it works reasonably well as a weapon too. 12
File:Icon Woodcutter's Axe.png Woodcutter's Axe A woodcutter's tool of choice for felling trees. Its formidable weight and uneven balancing make it a slow inefficient weapon. 3
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