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In {{BotW}}, all weapons and shields have a limited number of uses before they shatter; weapons will break immediately if they are thrown and hit an enemy. The last attack performed by a weapon before it breaks (either by normal use or by throwing) will always be a critical hit that deals twice the weapon's normal damage. | In {{BotW}}, all weapons and shields have a limited number of uses before they shatter; weapons will break immediately if they are thrown and hit an enemy. The last attack performed by a weapon before it breaks (either by normal use or by throwing) will always be a critical hit that deals twice the weapon's normal damage. If the weapon or shield have full durability, a sparkle is shown in the inventory screen on the top-right of the icon, and when it is 3 or less uses left (for swords and bows), will flash red with a message saying it is badly damaged (low on energy for the Master Sword). | ||
The {{Term|BotW|Master Sword|link}} will not permanently break, instead losing energy on each hit and having a 10-minute recharge period upon depletion. | The {{Term|BotW|Master Sword|link}} will not permanently break, instead losing energy on each hit and having a 10-minute recharge period upon depletion. | ||
Revision as of 20:06, 4 November 2023
Durability is a recurring mechanic in The Legend of Zelda series.[1]
Overview
Durability causes Link's equipment to wear down with repeated use, eventually shattering when worn down too much.
Ocarina of Time
In Ocarina of Time, the Giant's Knife will break after 8 hits or upon striking a wall, as it is a less durable version of the Biggoron's Sword.
Skyward Sword
In Skyward Sword, Shields' Durability is measured on the Shield Gauge. The Wooden Shield and Iron Shield will lose durability upon blocking a hit. They can be repaired by bringing them to Gondo in Skyloft's Bazaar or by using a Restoration Potion. The Goddess Shield will automatically restore itself over time, and the Hylian Shield has unlimited durability.
Breath of the Wild
In Breath of the Wild, all weapons and shields have a limited number of uses before they shatter; weapons will break immediately if they are thrown and hit an enemy. The last attack performed by a weapon before it breaks (either by normal use or by throwing) will always be a critical hit that deals twice the weapon's normal damage. If the weapon or shield have full durability, a sparkle is shown in the inventory screen on the top-right of the icon, and when it is 3 or less uses left (for swords and bows), will flash red with a message saying it is badly damaged (low on energy for the Master Sword).
The Master Sword will not permanently break, instead losing energy on each hit and having a 10-minute recharge period upon depletion.
Weapons and shields inhaled by a Rock Octorok will be spat back out after a short time, which will also fully restore their durability.
Tears of the Kingdom
For the most part, durability is unchanged from Breath of the Wild; however, the Fuse ability can be used to improve the durability of weapons (but not shields). For details on how this works, see Fuse#Durability.
Nomenclature
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References
- ↑ The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild—The Complete Official Guide, Piggyback Interactive Limited, pg. 286
- Mechanics
- Mechanics in Ocarina of Time
- Mechanics in Ocarina of Time 3D
- Mechanics in Majora's Mask
- Mechanics in Majora's Mask 3D
- Mechanics in Twilight Princess
- Mechanics in Twilight Princess HD
- Mechanics in Phantom Hourglass
- Mechanics in Spirit Tracks
- Mechanics in Skyward Sword
- Mechanics in Skyward Sword HD
- Mechanics in Breath of the Wild