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|Sprite PH= File:PH Wooden Shield Icon.png

|Sprite ST= File:ST Shield Icon.png

|Sprite ALBW= File:ALBW Shield Icon.png

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|Sprite TotK= File:TotK Shields Icon.png

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{{Term/Store|Shield|Shields|Series, TLoZ, LA, LADX, LANS, FS, FSA, PH, ST, ALBW|plural}} are recurring {{Plural|Series|Item|link}} in {{TLoZ|Series}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 138{{Exp Game|TLoZ, FS, FSA, PH, ST, ALBW}}}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Shield<br/>A shield with your name written on it. Hold it up with {{Icon|LANS R}}.|Inventory|LANS}}</ref>{{Name Ref|BotW, TotK}} It is [[Link]]'s primary protective defense used to deflect objects, guard from attack, and in some instances, reflect light onto other objects. As a common and recurring item in nearly every ''Zelda'' title, the Shield is not only a trademark of the series but completes Link's hero-like appearance, along with any Sword he happens to wield at the time. From defending Link to being the favorite snack of [[Like Like]]s, the design and function of the Shield greatly differs throughout the series.

 

In {{TLoZ}}, {{Term|TLoZ|Link}} begins his adventure already equipped with a {{Term|TLoZ|Shield}}. The {{Term|TLoZ|Shield}} can be used to block non-magical projectiles if {{Term|TLoZ|Link}} is facing them and not attacking. It can be replaced by the {{Term|TLoZ|Magical Shield|link}}, which can be bought from certain {{Plural|TLoZ|Merchant|link}} found throughout {{Term|TLoZ|Hyrule|link}} for 90-160 {{Plural|TLoZ|Rupee|link}}. If {{Term|TLoZ|Link}} loses the {{Term|TLoZ|Magical Shield}} to a {{Term|TLoZ|Like Like|link}}, he will again equip his original {{Term|TLoZ|Shield}}. The {{Term|TLoZ|Shield}} cannot be eaten by {{Plural|TLoZ|Like Like}}.

 

In {{TAoL}}, {{Term|TAoL|Link|link}} starts with the {{Term|TAoL|Magical Shield|link}} and does not receive any other {{Plural|TAoL|Shield}} throughout the game. While holding down, the {{Term|TAoL|Magical Shield}} covers the bottom half of {{Term|TAoL|Link}}'s body. By default, the {{Term|TAoL|Magical Shield}} covers the top half of {{Term|TAoL|Link}}'s body. The {{Term|Series|Reflect Spell|link}} can temporarily increase the power of the {{Term|TAoL|Magical Shield}}.

 

==={{LA|-}}===

{{Manual|LA|Shield|You can use this to protect yourself from enemy arrows or stone attacks. If you find a way to make your Shield more powerful, you can protect yourself from attacks that your regular Shield couldn't handle.}}

The {{Term|LANS|Shield}} is the first {{Term|LANS|Item|link}} that {{Term|LANS|Link|link}} obtains in {{LA}}. {{Term|LANS|Link}} was separated from the {{Term|LANS|Shield}} when he shipwrecked on {{Term|LANS|Koholint Island|link}}, but was found and returned to him by {{Term|LANS|Tarin|link}}. {{Term|LANS|Tarin}} mentions that {{Term|LANS|Link}}'s name is inscribed on the back.<ref>{{Cite|Well, Link, ya finally snapped out of it... Name's {{Color|LANS Pink|Tarin}}. Hope yer feelin' better... What? How did I know your name? You think it's weird, eh? Well, I saw it {{Typo|on back|on the back}} of this shield!|Tarin|LANS}}</ref>  In the artwork for the original and DX versions of {{LA|-}}, the {{Term|LADX|Shield}} has the appearance of the {{Term|ALttP|Fighter's Shield|link}} from {{ALttP}}. However, in {{LA|NS}}, it resembles the {{Term|Series|Hylian Shield|link}}.

 

 

{{Term|OoT3D|Link|link}} can hold a {{Term|OoT3D|Shield}} in front of him using the R button. While {{Term|OoT3D|L-Targeting|link}}, {{Term|OoT3D|Link|link}} is able to hold a {{Term|OoT3D|Shield}} while moving. Attacking while brandishing a {{Term|OoT3D|Shield}} will cause {{Term|OoT3D|Link}} to perform a crouch stab. During the {{Term|OoT3D|Child Era|link}}, {{Term|OoT3D|Link|link}} cannot properly use the {{Term|OoT3D|Hylian Shield|link}} due to its weight. As a result, using the R button will result in him ducking under the {{Term|OoT3D|Hylian Shield}} instead of holding it in front of him.

 

====List of {{Plural|OoT3D|Shield}}====

|game= OoT3D

|columns= {{Term|OoT3D|Shield}}[Image][Term], Location[Description], Description[Transcript]

| Mirror Shield

==={{MM|-}}===

|image=MM3D Deku Link Shield Model.png

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|caption={{Term|MM|Deku Link|link}} ducking under a wooden shield.

{{MM}} adopts the shielding system from {{OoT}} with a few differences. Only two {{Plural|MM3D|Shield}} can be found, though each {{Term|MM3D|Mask|link}} transformation allows {{Term|MM3D|Link}} to defend himself. {{Term|MM3D|Link|link}} cannot freely switch between {{Plural|MM3D|Shield}}. The {{Term|MM3D|Mirror Shield|link}} will completely replace the {{Term|MM3D|Hero's Shield|link}}.

====List of {{Plural|MM3D|Shield}}====

|columns= {{Term|MM3D|Shield}}[Image][Term], Location[Description], Description[Transcript]

| Hero's Shield

| {{Term|MM3D|Trading Post|link}} ({{Rupee|MM3D|80}})

|  

|-

| Mirror Shield

| {{Term|MM3D|Beneath the Well|link}}

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==={{FS|-}}===

{{Manual|FS|Shield|Use the shield to deflect enemy attacks. Some enemies can't be defeated without it.}}

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==={{FSA|-}}===

{{Stub|FSA}}

==={{PH|-}}===

[[File:PH Wooden Shield Icon.png|100px|right]]

Only one {{Term|PH|Shield}} is available in {{PH}}: the {{Term|PH|Wooden Shield|link}}. The {{Term|PH|Wooden Shield}} resembles the {{Term|TWWHD|Hero's Shield|link}} from {{TWW}} in shape and color, though it features a different design on the front, replacing the winged creature with a lobster. The {{Term|PH|Wooden Shield}} can be purchased from many {{Plural|PH|Shop|link}}, including {{Term|PH|Mercay Island|link}}, for 50 {{Plural|PH|Rupee}}. The {{Term|PH|Wooden Shield}} can be eaten by {{Plural|PH|Like Like|link}}.

In {{ST}}, the {{Term|ST|Shield}} is the first {{Term|ST|Shield}} that {{Term|ST|Link|link}} obtains. It can be purchased from numerous {{Plural|ST|Shop|link}}, with the price varying from {{Term|ST|Shop}} to {{Term|ST|Shop}}. The {{Term|ST|Shield}} is capable of reflecting most projectiles, and small enemies will bump off it should they run into {{Term|ST|Link}}. The {{Term|ST|Shield}}, however, can be consumed by {{Plural|ST|Like Like|link}}. In the event that {{Term|ST|Link}} loses his {{Term|ST|Shield}}, he may purchase a new one.

==={{SS|-}}===

{{SS}} introduces shields with limited durability; they are damaged when used strenuously. The level of damage sustained is indicated by the Shield Gauge. Shields can be repaired at the [[Scrap Shop]] or with a [[Revitalizing Potion]]. When the Shield Gauge empties, the shield is broken beyond repair,<ref>{{Cite|Your shield will break when your shield gauge drops to zero.|N/A|SS}}</ref> unless Link possesses an {{Term|SS|Revitalizing Potion +|link}} at that moment. Like many items in {{SS|-}}, shields can be upgraded at the Scrap Shop, improving their durability but otherwise retaining their qualities. The {{Term|SSHD|Hylian Shield|link}}, obtained by completing the {{Term|SSHD|Thunder Dragon's Lightning Round|link}}, is indestructible and cannot be upgraded.<ref>{{Cite|Do well enough, and I might give you something truly special: an absurdly sturdy shield!|Lanayru (Dragon)|SS}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|You got the {{Color|SS Gold|Hylian Shield}}!<br/>This legendary shield is imbued with heroic power, making it completely indestructable!|N/A|SS}}</ref>

Every shield in {{SS}} has a specific amount of damage it can take before breaking. This is laid out in the table below. In general, for a given tier of shield (i.e. basic, 1st upgrade, 2nd upgrade), the [[Sacred Shield]] derivative is the weakest, the [[Wooden Shield]] derivative is the second strongest (being 1.6 times as strong as the Sacred Shield derivative), and the [[Iron Shield]] derivative is the strongest (being 2.4 times as strong as the Sacred Shield derivative or 1.5 times as strong as the Wooden Shield derivative). For a given type of shield, the first upgrade is 1.5 times as strong as the basic shield, and the second upgrade is twice as strong as the basic shield.<ref>{{Cite|I can use the stuff you find to upgrade your gear and make it even stronger!|Gondo|SS}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|If you have any doubts about the {{Color|SS Red|durability of your shield}}, I suggest you have it examined at the {{Color|SS Red|Scrap Shop}}.|Rupin|SS}}</ref>

====List of {{Plural|SSHD|Shield}}====

|columns= {{Term|SSHD|Shield}}[Image][Term], Type, Tier, Strength

| Banded Shield

| Wooden

| Better

| 6

| Braced Shield

| Wooden

| Best

| 8

| Iron Shield

| Iron

| Normal

| 6

| Reinforced Shield

| Iron

| Better

| 9

| Fortified Shield

| Iron

| Best

| 12

| Sacred Shield

| Sacred

| Normal

| 2.5

| Divine Shield

| Sacred

| Better

| 3.75

| Goddess Shield

| Sacred

| Best

| 5

| Hylian Shield

 

 

[[File:BotW Shield Icon.png|left]]

{{BotW}} features several different pieces of equipment to use as protection. The diverse range of {{Plural|BotW|Shield}} available allows [[Link]] to deviate from the standard [[Sword]] and Shield dynamic. Many of these Shields follow a series of archetypes, such as "Boko," "Soldier's," and "Traveler's." Initially, Link can carry up to four Shields at a time in his inventory; however, he can obtain additional slots by giving [[Korok Seed]]s to [[Hestu]]. Hestu will upgrade Link's slots up to a full page, or 20 slots, of Shields. If Link takes another Shield while his inventory is full, he will drop the Shield or put it back if it came from a [[Treasure Chest]]. You can also obtain Shields from [[Selmie]]; however, she will turn you away if your inventory is full. Each Shield, including duplicates, occupies its own slot in the inventory.

 

Each hit a Shield receives while {{Term|BotW|Link}} is {{Term|BotW|Blocking|link}} lowers it durability, breaking once it reaches zero. Performing a [[Perfect Guard]] prevents the Shield from taking damage, while simultaneously stunning the enemy or deflecting its projectile. The [[Lynel Shield]] and its upgrades can also be used to deal direct damage when used to guard. By using a Shield while aerial, Link is capable of [[Shield Surfing]] at the cost of the Shield's integrity (provided the Shield is being ridden on coarse terrain; if Link Shield Surfs on snow or sand, the Shield will not take damage).

 

==={{TotK|-}}===

{{Main|Shields in Tears of the Kingdom}}

Several types of {{Plural|TotK|Shield}} appear in {{TotK}}. They can be {{Term|TotK|Fuse|link|display=Fused}} with {{Plural|TotK|Material|link}} and {{Plural|TotK|Object|link}} as a means of enhancement.

 

Along with many reuccuring shields from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]'', the game also introduces a series of new shields, manily a new archetype - the "Zonaite" shields. [[Fuse|Fusing]] these with [[Zonai Device|Zonai devices]] reduces the [[battery]] usage of them when [[blocking]]. Like in the last game, [[Hestu]] can upgrade the Shield Inventory in exchange for [[Korok Seed|Korok Seeds]].

 

Equally to its predecessor, Link has the ability to [[Shield Surfing|Shield Surf]]. Doing this on coarse terrain lowers the shields durability, but fusing frozen meat to the shield makes for a smooth ride, no matter the terrain.

 

 

:''Related Articles: [[Wooden Shield]], [[Ordon Shield]], and [[Deku Shield]]'' [[File:OoT Deku Shield Render.png|50px|right|[[Deku Shield]]]] [[File:TP Ordon Shield Model.png|50px|right|The Ordon Shield from ''Twilight Princess.'']]

 

:''Related Articles: [[Fighter's Shield]], [[Hylian Shield]], [[Sacred Shield]], [[Hero's Shield]], [[Iron Shield]], [[Red Shield]], and [[Magical Shield]]'' [[File:ALttP Fighter's Shield Artwork.png|right|50px|A metallic shield in '[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'']]

[[File:MM Hero's Shield Render.png|right|50px|The Hero's Shield in {{MM}}]]

 

The '''Durable Shield''' is the more durable counterpart to the wooden shield, in that it can not only deflect most enemy attacks and projectiles, but it does not fail in the presence of high heat. The [[Magical Shield]] of {{TLoZ}} is the first form of this shield, and the [[Red Shield]] from {{ALttP}} and [[Hero's Shield]] of {{MM}} fame are prime examples of the impenetrability of these shields - even large boulders that rain down from the apex of [[Death Mountain]] do not leave a scratch on the surface of the [[Hylian Shield]] of {{OoT}}. However, in {{SS|-}}, the [[Iron Shield]], which is normally indestructible, can be damaged when attacked, especially with electricity, but it is among the most durable shields in the title. Also in {{SS|-}}, the [[Sacred Shield]] has limited durability, but it is resistant to most elements and will repair itself when damaged. Contrary to the wooden shield, which often has a minimalistic art design on its facing side, these often impregnable shields commonly boast the [[Hylian Crest]] and the [[Triforce]] at their front. While the majority of these shields are metallic in construct, many in the series do not give any physical description beyond what they protect against.

 

:''Main Article: [[Mirror Shield]]'' [[File:TWWHD Mirror Shield Artwork.png|right|50px|The Mirror Shield of {{TWW}}]]

[[File:OoT Mirror Shield Render.png|right|50px|Mirror shield from {{OoT|-}}]]

 

Always having a smooth, reflective face, the '''Mirror Shield''' is usually the last, and sometimes even optional, shield variation Link can receive on his quest; this shield is an impregnable shield with one added function: the ability to reflect light. Its plot usability is determined by game; for example, {{OoT|-}} incorporates a mirror shield that is required to beat the [[Spirit Temple]], while {{TMC}} presents the shield as a reward for completing a lengthy side-quest unrelated to the plot. The mirror shield is used almost exclusively to complete the dungeon it was found in, and rarely throughout the rest of the game, save certain side-quests and other small situations.

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[[File:TAoL Link Blocking Attack Artwork.png|150px|right]]

In {{TLoZ}}, Link automatically carries his shield, but it can only block projectile attacks as long he faces the direction of attack.<ref>{{Cite Manual|quote=When Link is not attacking, he can use his shield that is always by his side to defend from enemy attacks. Don't forget! There are some enemy attacks Link can't defend against.|game= TLoZ|page=20}}</ref> Once again, in {{ALttP}}, the shield exclusively deflects ranged attacks. However, he doesn't only need to use it in the direction he's facing. As he charges his sword for a [[Spin Attack]], Link can hold his shield on his right side (except when looking east, in which case he holds it on his left side), leaving that side guarded but his front open.

Link, in {{TAoL}}, may use his shield against not only ranged attacks, but direct ones as well, which is crucial during combat with [[Iron Knuckle]]s and [[Stalfos]]. However, this shield cannot defend against strikes from chain hammers, axes, clubs, and fireballs.<ref>{{Cite Manual|quote=Dodge objects which you can't fend off with a shield...|game= TAoL|page=31}}</ref> The [[Reflect]] magic, one of the many spells Link can use in {{TAoL|-}}, increases the defensive powers of the shield, allowing it to bounce back projectiles. The shield of {{FSA}} can also deflect both ranged and direct attacks, but as before, they are vulnerable to certain attacks.<ref>{{Cite Manual|quote=When you're not using your sword or any other item, you can use your shield to fend off direct blows. Be careful, though! There are some attacks your shield can't defend against.|game= FSA|page=28}}</ref> In {{PH}} and {{ST}}, Link's can protect against ranged and close-ranged attacks. Only in {{PH|-}}, however, can Link use the power of [[Wisdom Gem]]s to augment the defensive powers of his shield.

 

The shield in {{LA}} is used as any other item in the game; by assigning it a button command. Because of this, for the first time, Link may utilize the shield whenever desired.<ref>{{Cite Manual|quote=You can defend yourself against enemy arrows or stones using the shield. Note that you must press the Button to bring your shield up into a ready position. This will repel most enemy attacks.|game= LA|page=14}}</ref> This function is reused in {{OoA}} and {{OoS}}. The system reappears in {{FS}} and again in {{TMC}}, in which the shield can bounce some attacks back at enemies.<ref>{{Cite Manual|quote=[The shield] Blocks (and sometimes reflect) enemy attacks. Some enemies can't be defeated without a shield, but it's also just a good idea to know when to defend yourself.|game=TMC|page=18}}</ref>

{{OoT}} greatly changed the way the shield functions. All shields must be equipped before using. Link can use the shield in two ways. He can hold it while remaining stationary, tilting it in whatever direction he faces. Contrarily, when [[Targeting System|targeting]], Link can focus on his enemy while moving freely and defending with his shield at the same time. Similarly to the Reflect magic, Link's shield can reflect certain enemy projectiles back at the attacker, an ability that comes with the item (except for the Mirror Shield in {{OoT|-}}). In a special case, if Link equips the Hylian Shield as a child, he must carry it on his back at all times, even when defending, because the shield is too heavy for him to lift. This method can be used to block debris shooting from [[Death Mountain]]. The shield mechanics of {{MM}} and {{TWW}} are the same as those in {{OoT|-}}, except shields are equipped automatically.<ref>{{Cite Manual|quote=Normally, Link will crouch as he raises his shield, but he can also move with his shield raised when Z-Targeting is activated. You can also change the direction Link guards against by tilting the Control Stick while he is crouching behind his shield.|game= MM|page=23}}</ref>  

{{TP}} takes the Shield mechanics of the previous 3D titles and expands on them. Now when targeting an enemy, Link automatically lifts his Shield in defense.<ref>{{Cite Manual|quote=While holding down L, you will lock on to the enemy and defend simultaneously.|game=TP|page=18}}</ref> However, he can't automatically reflect projectiles without use of the [[Shield Attack]], a learned ability he can also use to open the defenses of enemies and stun them. To defend with the Shield in {{SS|-}}, the Wii Remote's Nunchuk must be thrust forward.<ref>{{Cite|Ready Shield / Shake the Nunchuk forward to ready your shield. Swing the Wii Remote to return to a normal stance.|N/A|SS}}</ref> The same motion is used to perform a [[Shield Bash]], a move similar to the Shield Attack.<ref name="shield bash">{{Cite|Shield Bash / Shake the Nunchuk again to bash your shield forward. Time it just right for the full effect.|N/A|SS}}</ref> If used just as an enemy's attack lands, the Shield Bash will act as a parry and temporarily stun them.<ref name="shield bash"/> Performing this parry does not decrease the Shield's durability. In {{BotW}}, Link can perform a [[Deflecting|Deflect]] by pressing the 'A' button while guarding by holding 'ZL'. This move will bash enemies and even cause damage as a slash attack when used with any type of [[Lynel Shield]].<ref>{{Cite|A sturdy shield favored by Lynels for its defensive and offensive capabilities. First and foremost a shield, but the banded edges can deal slashing attacks when deflecting.|N/A|BotW}}</ref> Similar to the Shield Bash in {{SS|-}}, Link can perform a [[Perfect Guard]] by Deflecting just as an enemy's attack lands. This acts as a parry and temporarily stuns the enemy. Perfect Guards can be performed on [[Guardian]] lasers as well, which will deflect their lasers back at them and cause a high amount of damage. Deflecting can also be used to deflect certain projectiles back at enemies. Link can also use his Shield to [[Shield Surfing|Shield Surf]] down hills in {{BotW|-}}. This, like Deflecting, is also performed by pressing the 'A' button while holding 'ZL', but while in the air.

 

 

 

 

Zelda can later find the stronger Reflecting Shield. It replaces her standard Shield.

*There is a recurring pattern in the designs of shields in {{SS|-}}. Basic shields have a bird's foot in their design. Improved shields have stylized bird silhouettes with spread wings. Final-stage shields have swirling wind patterns.

*Originally, in games where the Hylian Shield is the highest-level shield ({{TP|-}} and {{SS|-}}), Like Likes did not appear, while they (or [[Pikit]]s, in the case of {{ALttP|-}}) appeared in all other games that feature the Hylian Shield. As Like Likes are able to eat Hylian Shields in games where they appear, their absence in these titles may be related to there being no superior, inedible shield present. However, {{ALBW}} provides an exception: Both the Hylian Shield and Like Likes are present, and Like Likes are unable to eat it.

 

File:LA Shield Artwork 2.png|A Shield from {{Guide|LA|Nintendo}}

File:FS Links Fighting Octorok Artwork.png|Shield seen in {{FS|-}} artwork

File:TLoZ Wooden Shield Sprite 2.png|The Wooden Shield, as seen in Level-3 of the First Quest and Level-2 of the Second Quest from {{TLoZ|-}}

File:LADX Shield Inventory Sprite.png|The Shield as seen from the inventory in {{LA|DX|-}}

==See Also==

* {{Term|Series|Shield-Bashing|link}}

 

{{Ref}}

 

|Shields

|items= LA, LADX, LANS, FS, FSA, ST, ALBW, BotW, TotK, TFoE, TWoG