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| type=Shield | | type=Shield | ||
| owner=[[Link]] | | owner=[[Link]] | ||
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− | The '''shield''' is one of the fundamental items appearing in | + | The '''shield''' is one of the fundamental items appearing in all [[Portal: The Legend of Zelda|Zelda]]'' games and it acts as the primary defensive item matched with [[Link]]'s sword. |
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Shields always serve the same purpose as Link's basic defense, but the actual mechanics of the item vary from game-to-game. In some games, Link has a shield from the beginning of the game, while in other cases the shield must be found like other weapons. In most cases, the shield is automatically equipped and will be out whenever Link is not using a different item. In some of the other games (particularly the handheld games), the shield is treated as a separate item and must be equipped through the inventory to be use. In the 3-D games, the shield is always out, but Link will only actually use it when a specific button is pressed. The shield can be used to fend off or flip over enemies and deflect projectiles, although which projectiles can be deflected depends on the shield. In ''Twilight Princess'', the shield can only be fully wielded in this manner once Link learns the shield attack from the [[Hero's Spirit]]; this is the only skill Link learns in the game that is not actually a sword skill. In most games, Link can upgrade his shield or get a new one, with around two or three different shield forms being available. The most basic shield is a wooden shield, but this shield will noticeably burn up in fire. The [[Hylian Shield]] is a more standard shield that is used more often and can handle most kinds of projectiles, and most other "normal" shields seem to be of a similar quality. The most advanced shield type is the [[Mirror Shield]], which can also handle laser-like beams or reflect beams of light depending on the game. | Shields always serve the same purpose as Link's basic defense, but the actual mechanics of the item vary from game-to-game. In some games, Link has a shield from the beginning of the game, while in other cases the shield must be found like other weapons. In most cases, the shield is automatically equipped and will be out whenever Link is not using a different item. In some of the other games (particularly the handheld games), the shield is treated as a separate item and must be equipped through the inventory to be use. In the 3-D games, the shield is always out, but Link will only actually use it when a specific button is pressed. The shield can be used to fend off or flip over enemies and deflect projectiles, although which projectiles can be deflected depends on the shield. In ''Twilight Princess'', the shield can only be fully wielded in this manner once Link learns the shield attack from the [[Hero's Spirit]]; this is the only skill Link learns in the game that is not actually a sword skill. In most games, Link can upgrade his shield or get a new one, with around two or three different shield forms being available. The most basic shield is a wooden shield, but this shield will noticeably burn up in fire. The [[Hylian Shield]] is a more standard shield that is used more often and can handle most kinds of projectiles, and most other "normal" shields seem to be of a similar quality. The most advanced shield type is the [[Mirror Shield]], which can also handle laser-like beams or reflect beams of light depending on the game. | ||
− | Shields are actually perishable materials in most games. As mentioned previously, wooden shields will burn up into nothing if exposed to fire. Additionally, the [[Like Like]]s which appear throughout the series most commonly consume shields. In this case, a replacement shield must be bought from one of the Hylian shops. In most cases, shops will also offer advanced shields to make them easier to replace, although in some cases Link can only buy a more basic shield and will have to upgrade it again. ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' revamped | + | Shields are actually perishable materials in most games. As mentioned previously, wooden shields will burn up into nothing if exposed to fire. Additionally, the [[Like Like]]s which appear throughout the series most commonly consume shields. In this case, a replacement shield must be bought from one of the Hylian shops. In most cases, shops will also offer advanced shields to make them easier to replace, although in some cases Link can only buy a more basic shield and will have to upgrade it again. ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' will introduced a revamped shield system in which many shields are available, and the amount of damage a shield can withstand will be determined by a new "shield meter". |
Some enemies also occasionally wield shields of their own, as do other soldiers. | Some enemies also occasionally wield shields of their own, as do other soldiers. | ||
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*''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' | ||
− | **Shield - This is the first item in that game. He owned it prior to the game, and Tarin was able to find it and return it to him after the shipwreck. Link's name was already printed on it | + | **Shield - This is the first item in that game. He owned it prior to the game, and Tarin was able to find it and return it to him after the shipwreck. Link's name was already printed on it. |
− | **Mirror Shield - This upgraded shield is found in Eagle's Tower | + | **Mirror Shield - This upgraded shield is found in Eagle's Tower and protects against beams. |
*''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' | ||
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**Shield - Link can buy a basic shield from most shops. | **Shield - Link can buy a basic shield from most shops. | ||
**Shield of Antiquity - This is a shield held by [[Niko]] and was originally the shield of the Hero of Winds. It is actually the previous game's Wooden Shield. Once Link fills up the stamp book, Niko will let Link have it and hold onto his old shield. Afterwards, he can see Niko if he ever wants to switch between the two shields. | **Shield of Antiquity - This is a shield held by [[Niko]] and was originally the shield of the Hero of Winds. It is actually the previous game's Wooden Shield. Once Link fills up the stamp book, Niko will let Link have it and hold onto his old shield. Afterwards, he can see Niko if he ever wants to switch between the two shields. | ||
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=Other Appearances= | =Other Appearances= | ||
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− | *In the ''[[Portal: Super Smash Bros.|Super Smash Bros.]]'' series, Link (as well as Young and Toon Link) wields a shield in battle. However, the shield is not used in any moves and will only deflect projectiles that happen to hit it. Link uses the Hylian Shield | + | *In the ''[[Portal: Super Smash Bros.|Super Smash Bros.]]'' series, Link (as well as Young and Toon Link) wields a shield in battle. However, the shield is not used in any moves and will only deflect projectiles that happen to hit it. Link uses the Hylian Shield while Young Link uses the Deku Shield, and Toon Link wields the Hero's Shield. In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', two stickers for the Hylian Shield (using artwork from ''The Minish Cap'' and ''Twilight Princess'') appear. |
*In ''Soulcalibur II'', Link also uses a shield in battle. The default shield is the Hylian Shield, although Link can also obtain the Mirror and Magic Shields to use instead, | *In ''Soulcalibur II'', Link also uses a shield in battle. The default shield is the Hylian Shield, although Link can also obtain the Mirror and Magic Shields to use instead, | ||
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=Trivia= | =Trivia= | ||
*In the first two ''Zelda'' games, each shield had a cross engraved on it. This reflects developer comments that the ''Zelda'' world was intended as being monotheistic (and specifically based on Christianity) until they established the [[Golden Goddesses|multiple goddesses]] in ''A Link to the Past''. Most games since have had shields bearing the Hylian crest (especially the Hylian Shield itself). | *In the first two ''Zelda'' games, each shield had a cross engraved on it. This reflects developer comments that the ''Zelda'' world was intended as being monotheistic (and specifically based on Christianity) until they established the [[Golden Goddesses|multiple goddesses]] in ''A Link to the Past''. Most games since have had shields bearing the Hylian crest (especially the Hylian Shield itself). | ||
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[[Category: Zelda Items]] | [[Category: Zelda Items]] |