Odolwa

Masked Jungle Warrior: Odolwa is the boss of Woodfall Temple in. He is a tall, tribal blade dancer whose body is covered in tattoos. He wields a giant Sword several times the size of Link. Odolwa imprisoned one of the Four Giants, as well as the Deku Princess, within his temple. Odolwa is also the culprit behind the sad state of Woodfall, as well as the Southern Swamp becoming poisonous.

Strategy
Odolwa attacks mostly with his Sword which has a long reach, making Link vulnerable as soon as he gets close to him. Odolwa will also defend himself using a large Shield, which makes hitting him more difficult. Odolwa is capable of making a ring of fire appear around Link. He is also capable of summoning Moths and other insects, which will attack Link. The spider-like insects can be defeated for Hearts. The Moths can be distracted with a Bomb, which will then blow up and kill them. It is possible for Link to avoid attacks from the Moths by turning into Deku Link, as the Moths will simply flutter over Link's head. They are also vulnerable to Odolwa's fire. Partway through the battle, Odolwa will start using a Spin Attack.

Link can shoot Odolwa with his Bow to stun him, then attack with his Sword. Odolwa is capable of deflecting Link's Arrows. He is most vulnerable while he is dancing or attempting to summon insects. Link can also harm Odolwa in Deku form by shooting out of the Deku Flower found in the center of the room. Odolwa is also vulnerable to Bombs or any explosive object, such as the Blast Mask or Bomb Flowers, which can be found along the edges of the room.

Once Odolwa has been defeated, Link will receive a Heart Container and Odolwa's Remains, freeing the guardian Giant of Woodfall. The Giant, as thanks for the rescue, will teach the young hero the "Oath to Order," the song which can call the Four Giants. Because its deity has been freed, the waters of Woodfall will no longer be poisonous. Afterwards, Link will find the Deku Princess, who he can bring home to Deku Palace in a Bottle.

In, Odolwa has an eye at the back of his head which Link must hit with Arrows. More Deku Flowers were also added to the boss room, as Link must attack Odolwa from above as Deku Link.

Etymology
In Japanese, means "I'll dance."

Trivia

 * Odolwa's Remains appear in Grannie's story about the Carnival of Time. It is attached to the side of the festival tower.