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{{Enemy|name = Geozard
{{Infobox Enemy
|image = [[File:Geozard.jpg]]
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{{Media
|game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''
|Model PH= File:PH Geozard Model.png
|habitat = near water, [[Spirit Tower]], [[Ocean Temple]]
|Model ST= File:ST Geozard Model.png
|attack =  lunges with sword<br> spews multiple fireballs <small>(Geozard Chief)</small>
|weapon = [[Sword]], [[Boomerang]], [[Whip]], [[Wrecker Phantom]]
}}
}}
|caption=
|pronunciation=
|plural=
|race= {{Term|Series|Zora|link}}{{Fact}}
|game= PH, ST
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|habitat= {{List|Near bodies of water, [[Nyave's Boat]], [[Ocean Temple]]}}
|member=
|health=
|attack= {{List|Lunges with sword, Fireballs {{Exp Game|PH}}}}
|weapon= {{List|[[Boomerang]], [[Hammer]], [[Sword]], [[Whip]]}}
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{{Term/Store|Geozard|Geozards|Series, PH, ST|plural}} are recurring {{Plural|Series|Enemy|link}} in {{TLoZ|Series}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 179 {{Exp Game|PH, ST}}}}</ref>


'''Geozard''' is a sword-swinging enemy in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''. They boast powerful armor and shields that are capable of deflecting any initial attacks. In order to be defeated, [[Link]] must first command a [[Phantom]] to engage it in combat, distracting the beast and leaving it open to attacks from behind.
==Characteristics==
[[File:Geozardchief.jpg|left|thumb|The Geozard Chief in action.]]
==={{PH|-}}===
After acquiring the [[Whip]], Link can defeat Geozards by himself. He needs to use the Whip to snatch their shields and then attack them with his sword.
Geozards typically lurk in areas containing pools of water, which they emerge from if [[Link]] steps into their territory. Geozards can also be found attacking ships in the [[World of the Ocean King]]. When they spot Link, they will either strike him with their swords, or spew fireballs at the young hero.


'''Geozard Chief''' is a stronger, fiercer Geozard that appears rather rarely in {{ST}}. It is more powerful than the normal Geozards, as it is able to breathe a wall of flame at Link and jump huge distances at will. However, it shares the same weaknesses as normal Geozards. Zelda can distract it while possessing a [[Phantom]], allowing Link to attack it's back. After acquiring the [[Whip]], Link can remove its shield and attack alone. To defend against the flame spewing attack, Link can hide behind Phantom Zelda. Interstingly, whenever Zelda possesses a [[Wrecker Phantom]], she can simply roll into these foes, and in three of her hits, they are defeated, without Link even having to touch them - this technique comes in handy in the final room in the last run-through of the [[Tower of Spirits]], where three Geozard Chiefs threaten Link at the same time.
Geozards cannot normally be struck from the front while they are facing Link, as they defend from any attack with their large, wooden shields. In order to defeat them, Link must use his [[Boomerang]] to trace paths to the Geozards' vulnerable backsides. This temporarily stuns any Geozard hit with the Boomerang for a short period of time, giving Link a chance to bank around and strike them. Once the [[Hammer]] has been obtained, it can be used to quickly kill Geozards in two strikes.
 
==={{ST|-}}===
Geozards in {{ST}} are marginally different from their {{PH}} counterparts. Notably, they now possess metal shields, though they no longer have the ability to breathe fire. [[Princess Zelda|Zelda]] can distract Geozards while possessing a [[Phantom]], allowing Link to attack their backsides. After acquiring the [[Whip]], Link can defeat Geozards by himself, simply by snatching their shields away and then attacking them with his Sword. Without their shields, [[Phantom Zelda]] is also able to attack them with ease.
 
A special variant of Geozards, known as [[Geozard Chief]]s, also appear in the [[Tower of Spirits]]. Like the Geozards from {{PH|-}}, these Geozard Chiefs are capable of breathing fire.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* These enemies are also known as [[River Zora]], which appeared with this name in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]].
*Geozards in the World of the Ocean King possess cephalic fins, resembling a mohawk. However, Geozards in [[New Hyrule]] lack these. The reason for this change is unknown, though Geozard Chiefs retain this fin.
 
==Nomenclature==
Geozards may derive their name from the ancient Greek prefix, Geo-, based on their amphibious tendencies, and a contraction of the word "lizard."
{{Nomenclature}}
 
===Other Names===
{{Other Names
|-
| Zora Warrior<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= PH |guide= Prima |page= 101}}</ref>
| {{PH}}
| {{Guide|PH|Prima}}
| {{E}}
|-
| Zora Warrior<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= ST |guide= Prima |page= 13}}</ref>
| {{ST}}
| {{Guide|ST|Prima}}
| {{E}}
}}


[[Category:Enemies in The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks]]
==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:ST Geozard Concept Art.png|Concept artwork of a {{Term|ST|Geozard}} from {{ST|-}}
</gallery>
 
==See Also==
* {{Term|Series|Geozard Chief|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Zora (Enemy)|link}}
 
{{Ref}}
 
{{Categories
|Fish Enemies, Water-Related Enemies, Sword Enemies, Zora
|enemies= PH, ST
}}

Latest revision as of 02:33, 14 April 2024

Geozards are recurring Enemies in The Legend of Zelda series.[1]

Characteristics

Phantom Hourglass

Geozards typically lurk in areas containing pools of water, which they emerge from if Link steps into their territory. Geozards can also be found attacking ships in the World of the Ocean King. When they spot Link, they will either strike him with their swords, or spew fireballs at the young hero.

Geozards cannot normally be struck from the front while they are facing Link, as they defend from any attack with their large, wooden shields. In order to defeat them, Link must use his Boomerang to trace paths to the Geozards' vulnerable backsides. This temporarily stuns any Geozard hit with the Boomerang for a short period of time, giving Link a chance to bank around and strike them. Once the Hammer has been obtained, it can be used to quickly kill Geozards in two strikes.

Spirit Tracks

Geozards in Spirit Tracks are marginally different from their Phantom Hourglass counterparts. Notably, they now possess metal shields, though they no longer have the ability to breathe fire. Zelda can distract Geozards while possessing a Phantom, allowing Link to attack their backsides. After acquiring the Whip, Link can defeat Geozards by himself, simply by snatching their shields away and then attacking them with his Sword. Without their shields, Phantom Zelda is also able to attack them with ease.

A special variant of Geozards, known as Geozard Chiefs, also appear in the Tower of Spirits. Like the Geozards from Phantom Hourglass, these Geozard Chiefs are capable of breathing fire.

Trivia

  • Geozards in the World of the Ocean King possess cephalic fins, resembling a mohawk. However, Geozards in New Hyrule lack these. The reason for this change is unknown, though Geozard Chiefs retain this fin.

Nomenclature

Geozards may derive their name from the ancient Greek prefix, Geo-, based on their amphibious tendencies, and a contraction of the word "lizard."

Names in Other Regions
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Other Names

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Name
Zora Warrior[2]
Applies to
Phantom Hourglass
Source

The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass—Prima Official Game Guide by Prima Games

Superseded by
Encyclopedia
Name
Zora Warrior[3]
Applies to
Spirit Tracks
Source

The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks—PRIMA Official Game Guide by Prima Games

Superseded by
Encyclopedia
NameApplies toSourceSuperseded by
Zora Warrior[2]
Phantom Hourglass

The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass—Prima Official Game Guide by Prima Games

Encyclopedia
Zora Warrior[3]
Spirit Tracks

The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks—PRIMA Official Game Guide by Prima Games

Encyclopedia

Gallery

  • Concept artwork of a Geozard from Spirit Tracks

    Concept artwork of a Geozard from Spirit Tracks

See Also

References

  1. ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 179 (PH | ST)
  2. ↑ The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass—Prima Official Game Guide, Prima Games, pg. 101
  3. ↑ The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks—PRIMA Official Game Guide, Prima Games, pg. 13
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