Wooden Shields are recurring Items in The Legend of Zelda series.[2][3] Wooden Shields go unnamed in Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity.
Location and uses[]
Wooden Shields are usually the weakest types of Shields. They cannot protect against fire and magical attacks, and may even be burnt by them, rendering them no longer usable. The Wooden Shield is usually superseded by a stronger, metallic Shield.
Mainline appearances[]
The Legend of Zelda[]
In The Legend of Zelda, the Wooden Shield is Link's starting Shield. It is capable of blocking basic attacks, such as rocks fired from Octoroks or Arrows shot by Moblins. Link can upgrade the Shield by buying a Magical Shield from various shops around Hyrule; however, if a Like Like attacks Link, he will lose the Magical Shield and revert back to the Wooden Shield. The Wooden Shield, however, cannot be swallowed by Like Likes
Oracle of Seasons[]
In Oracle of Seasons, the Wooden Shield is the first Shield that Link can obtain. It can be upgraded to the Iron Shield and later the Mirror Shield through a Linked Game. Wooden Shields can be bought for 30 Rupees from the Horon Village Shop.
Oracle of Ages[]
In Oracle of Ages, the Wooden Shield is the first Shield that Link can get, like in Oracle of Seasons. Wooden Shields can be bought for 30 Rupees in the Lynna City Shop, or from Business Scrubs for varying amounts of Rupees. In a Linked Game, Impa gives Link a Wooden Shield at the start of the adventure instead of the Wooden Sword, which he already has.
Twilight Princess[]
In Twilight Princess, Wooden Shields can be bought at Malo Mart in Kakariko Village or the Hot Spring Shop on Death Mountain. They serve as replacements to the one-of-a-kind and flammable Ordon Shield, the first Shield Link obtains. Wooden Shields are larger than the Ordon Shield and have metal trims, but are functionally identical and may also catch on fire. If it catches fire, the Wooden Shield can be saved by putting it away. Like the Ordon Shield, the Wooden Shield is able to block and subsequently catch Arrows, a feature that Hylian Shields are incapable of.
Phantom Hourglass[]
The Wooden Shield is an item in Phantom Hourglass. It protects from light attacks and small enemies. It is possible for Link to increase the Shield's defense and capabilities by using Neri's powers.
At level 1, Link can block some additional projectiles that he could not before. Additionally, when running into smaller and weaker enemies at level 1, they will be stunned temporarily, although Keese are not affected by the stun. With no Spirit equipped the shield will only push away weaker enemies, such as Chuchus and Keese.
At level 2, the Wooden Shield is even stronger, having the ability to block Sword strikes and projectiles from Zoras. Although the Wooden Shield can block moderate attacks at this level, it still cannot block Phantom strikes.
Spirit Tracks[]
The Shield also appears in Spirit Tracks, known as the Shield of Antiquity, where it cannot be eaten by Like Likes.
Skyward Sword[]
In Skyward Sword, the Wooden Shield can be obtained from Owlan by talking to him after obtaining the Goddess Sword.[4] It can also be bought from the Gear Shop at the Skyloft Bazaar for 50 Rupees. It is the most basic Shield in the game. It is weak to fire and will burn up if Link falls into lava.[5] However, it is immune to electric attacks, making it useful in the Lanayru Desert. The Shield's special property is that it will not only block enemy Arrows, but also enable Link to collect any of them that are lodged into it; however, while a well-timed Shield Bash will protect it from most fire-based attacks, a flaming Arrow will make it start to burn. By trading Gondo some Rupees and Treasure, Link can upgrade the Wooden Shield at the Scrap Shop. Despite their increased durability, they still retain their weakness to fire.
Upgrades[]
| Upgrade | Description | Materials | Cost | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Banded Shield | Increased durability. |  × 2 Amber Relics × 1 Monster Claw × 1 Jelly Blob |  30 Rupees | Scrap Shop |
 Braced Shield | Further increased durability. | × 3 Amber Relics × 2 Monster Claws × 2 Tumbleweeds × 1 Ornamental Skull | 50 Rupees | Scrap Shop |
Banded Shield | |
|---|---|
| Description | Increased durability. |
| Materials | × 2 Amber Relics × 1 Monster Claw × 1 Jelly Blob |
| Cost | 30 Rupees |
| Location | Scrap Shop |
Braced Shield | |
| Description | Further increased durability. |
| Materials | × 3 Amber Relics × 2 Monster Claws × 2 Tumbleweeds × 1 Ornamental Skull |
| Cost | 50 Rupees |
| Location | Scrap Shop |
Breath of the Wild[]
Hyrule Compendium Entry
352 (357) Wooden Shield |
Description |
Common Locations East Necluda | |
Properties | |
Wooden Shields are simple Shields in Breath of the Wild. They have low defensive power, but they are known to be ideal for less-experienced fighters.[3] They are able to withstand lighter attacks, but it is not recommended to block stronger blows with them.[3] They are found either abandoned or wielded by low-tier enemies in Hyrule Field and East Necluda.
Russ sells a Wooden Shield on Trilby Plain for 30 Rupees.[6] When Link buys it, Russ will encourage him to try Shield Surfing with it.[7] While renting a Sand Seal, Frelly will give Link a Wooden Shield if he pays 50 Rupees.[8] Selmie will also reward Link with a Wooden Shield if he completes the Advanced Course of the Shield-Surfing Mini-Game in over 3:30.[9]
Being made of wood, Wooden Shields will burn if they are exposed to Fire or equipped in a Scorching Climate. They also float if they are dropped in Water, and they will not attract Lightning during Thunderstorms or conduct Electricity. Finally, they are unable to be picked up with the Magnesis Rune.
Spinoff appearances[]
Hyrule Warriors Legends[]
In Hyrule Warriors Legends, the Wooden Shield from Phantom Hourglass appears along with the Phantom Sword as part of Toon Link's Sword weapon set.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity[]
Wooden Shields can be wielded by Link in conjunction with Tree Branches, Boomerangs, Bokoblin Arms, or Lizalfos Arms. They are based on their appearance from Breath of the Wild.
Nomenclature[]
 Names in other regions  | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Language | Name | Meaning | |
 | Japanese | 木の盾 (Ki no tate) (BotW) | |
 | ChineseTR | 木盾 (Mù dùn) (BotW) | |
 | Dutch | Houten schild (BotW) | |
 | FrenchCA | Bouclier en Bois (PH)[10] | |
 | FrenchEU | Bouclier en bois (PH | BotW)[11] | |
 | German | Holzschild (PH | SS | BotW)[12] | |
 | Italian | Scudo di legno (PH | BotW)[13] | |
 | Korean | 나무 방패 (Namu bangpae) (BotW) | |
 | Russian | Девевьянный щит (Devevʹyannyy shchit) (BotW) | |
 | SpanishEU | Escudo de madera (PH)[14] | |
 | SpanishLA | Escudo de Madera (PH)[15] Escudo de madera (BotW) | |
| This table was generated using translation pages. To request an addition, please contact a staff member with a reference. | |||
Gallery[]
Colin's Wooden Shield that he bears during the credits from Twilight Princess
See also[]
References
- ↑ "Let's see, how many Rupees for that... How about 20?" — Peatrice (Skyward Sword HD)
- ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 143 (OoS | OoA | TP | SS)
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Wooden Shield
This lightweight, simple shield is ideal for less-experienced fighters. It can withstand light attacks, but blocking stronger blows is not recommended." — Inventory (Breath of the Wild) - ↑ "I heard the news, Link! Zelda's fallen down through the clouds and you're going to look for her. Is that right? The headmaster told me there's land beneath the clouds... Do you know anything about that? So that's the famous sword... Ah, but it won't do you much good if you don't have a shield to protect yourself with! Here--take this with you!" — Owlan (Skyward Sword)
- ↑ "Also, keep in mind that it's particularly vulnerable to fire." — Owlan (Skyward Sword)
- ↑ "The wooden shield? A decent choice for shield surfing, sure. How's about 30 rupees?" — Russ (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "Rock solid, man! You just gotta shred it up and you'll be sold for life!" — Russ (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "It's only 20 rupees to rent one! Need a shield, too? Just pay 50 rupees! What do you say?" — Frelly (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "A shiny new record deserves a shiny new shield. Here y'go!" — Selmie (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "Bouclier en Bois" — Inventory (Phantom Hourglass)
- ↑ "Bouclier en bois" — Inventory (Phantom Hourglass)
- ↑ "Holzschild" — Inventory (Phantom Hourglass)
- ↑ "Scudo di legno" — Inventory (Phantom Hourglass)
- ↑ "Escudo de madera" — Inventory (Phantom Hourglass)
- ↑ "Escudo de Madera" — Inventory (Phantom Hourglass)