Sub-Boss

A mini-boss is an enemy found usually around half-way through a dungeon. Mini-bosses are harder than average foes, and the doors will usually lock Link into the room, until he kills or is killed. Most of the time, Link is rewarded with the dungeon's signature equipment, after defeating the mini-boss. Some mini-bosses are simply tougher versions of other creatures such as the Darknut, Wizzrobe, or Phantom. Some mini-bosses will actually utilize the item they guard during their battle.