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'''''Ancient Automaton:'' Koloktos''' is the boss of the [[Ancient Cistern]] in {{SS}}. It is a "massive metallic weapon created to punish intruders."<ref>http://zelda.com/skywardsword/#/world/ancient-cistern/koloktos</ref> [[Ghirahim]] overtook it and supplied it with cursed energy, giving it more power to battle against [[Link]]. It is held together by red cores in its arms and torso.
'''''Ancient Automaton:'' Koloktos''' is a boss in {{SS}}. It is an enormous automation created to defend the [[Ancient Cistern]] from intruders.


{{Fi|Koloktos|This “Ancient Automaton" defends the '''Ancient Cistern''' and eliminates intruders. The cursed energy supply [[Ghirahim]] provided to this contraption has given it power far beyond its conventional limits. The '''red, orb-shaped cores''' embedded in its torso and arms provide it limited stability and prevent it from falling to pieces.
==Strategy==
{{Fi|Koloktos|This “Ancient Automaton" defends the {{Color|SS Blue 1|Ancient Cistern}} and eliminates intruders. The cursed energy supply Ghirahim provided to this contraption has given it power far beyond its conventional limits. The {{Color|SS Red|red, orb-shaped cores}} embedded in its torso and arms provide it limited stability and prevent it from falling to pieces.
 
It is highly probable that if the {{Color|SS Red|red cores}} in its arms were to be ejected, the unit would lose integrity and the limbs would sever from the body. However, during normal operation the cores are likely hidden below the forearm plating.
 
Results from my analysis show that the {{Color|SS Red|red cores}} in Koloktos's arms will only be revealed when the arms are stretched out to full length. Fast and timely counterattacks after Koloktos swings its arms down have the best chance of success.


It is highly probable that if the '''red cores''' in its arms were to be ejected, the unit would lose integrity and the limbs would sever from the body. However, during normal operation the cores are likely hidden below the forearm plating.
I estimate a high probability that the {{Color|SS Red|red cores}} can be removed using your {{Color|SS Yellow|whip}}.  


Results from my analysis show that the '''red cores''' in Koloktos's arms will only be revealed when the arms are stretched out to full length. Fast and timely counterattacks after Koloktos swings its arms down have the best chance of success.
When Koloktos's arms lower, there will be a brief moment when you can attack the {{Color|SS Red|chest core}}.  


I estimate a high probability that the '''red cores''' can be removed using your '''[[whip]]'''.  
However, when targeting the {{Color|SS Red|chest core}}, there is nowhere to hook on to with your {{Color|SS Yellow|whip}}. Therefore, removing the core will not be possible.}}


When Koloktos's arms lower, there will be a brief moment when you can attack the '''chest core'''.  
As [[Link]] enters the final room of the Ancient Cistern, he immediately encounters [[Ghirahim]] inside. Ghirahim supplies the dormant Koloktos with cursed energy, giving it the mobility and the power to battle Link.


However, when targeting the '''chest core''', there is nowhere to hook on to with your '''whip'''. Therefore, removing the core will not be possible.}}
Koloktos is held together by the red cores in its arms and torso. Aware of its weakness, Koloktos covers its torso with its bottom two hands. The uppermost arms carry sharpened blades that it occasionally throws at the young hero, which he can dodge or block with his [[Shield]]. When Link is near the automaton, it tries to crush him with its giant arms. By dodging this attack and using his [[Whip]] to grab the arms' joints, Link can break off the cores from its arms. After breaking off the first two arms, Koloktos will eventually use its lower hands to attack, giving the hero a chance to break them off as well and attack its chest core. Koloktos will reanimate and reattach its missing arms afterward and attack Link again.


==Strategy==
After the boss has suffered enough damage, it pulls itself out of the floor and reveals its legs, giving it the ability to chase Link around the room. It also pulls out six cutlasses and cages its chest core to prevent Link from attacking it. The contraption will occasionally try to attack the hero with a barrage of slashes, which he can dodge by running away. This attack can destroy the stone pillars in the room, revealing [[Heart]]s inside. It can also summon three [[Cursed Bokoblin]]s which will pursue Link. After dodging an attempted strike, Link can pull the cores out of its arms as he did with its first form. He can then pick up the boss' cutlass and use it to destroy its various parts, including its legs. Link must then slice its cage apart with the cutlass, exposing the core to attack. As before, Koloktos will eventually reanimate its broken parts and reattach them.
Aware of its weakness, Koloktos covers its torso with its bottom two hands. The top two arms sometimes throw sharpened blades at the young hero, which he can dodge or block with his [[shield]]. When Link is near the automaton, it tries to crush him with its giant arms. By dodging this attack and using his [[whip]], Link can remove the cores from its arms, making them collapse on the floor. Koloktos will eventually use its lower hands to attack, giving the hero a chance to attack its chest core. Koloktos will reanimate its missing arms and try to damage Link again.


After the boss has suffered enough damage, it pulls itself out of the ground and reveals its legs, giving it the ability to chase Link around the room. It also pulls out six cutlasses and cages its chest core to prevent Link from attacking it. The contraption will sometimes try to damage the hero with a barrage of slashes, which he can dodge by running away. It can also summon 3 [[Cursed Bokoblin]]s which can be destroyed with a few sword swipes. After dodging an attempted strike, Link can pull the core out of one of its arms as he did with its first form. He can then pick up the boss' cutlass and use it to destroy his various parts. If Link manages to break off its arms, Koloktos will charge at Link, which Link avoids causing Koloktos to get dizzy. Link must then slice its legs apart with a cutlass, then slash the grate of his chest so he can attack his core. Once this is done three times, Koloktos will fall apart. Link can proceed to power up the [[Goddess Sword]] with Farore's Flame, turning it into the [[Goddess Longsword]].
After defeating Koloktos, its cursed energy will combust. Link can then proceed to power up the [[Goddess Sword]] with [[Farore's Flame]], turning it into the [[Goddess Longsword]].


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In alignment with the Ancient Cistern's apparently {{wp|Buddhism|Buddhist}} theme, Koloktos's overall design seems to take inspiration from the deity {{wp|Asura (Buddhism)|Asura}}.
*In alignment with the Ancient Cistern's apparently {{wp|Buddhism|Buddhist}} theme, Koloktos's overall design seems to take inspiration from the deity {{wp|Asura (Buddhism)|Asura}}.  
*Koloktos may be a homogram of colossus, meaning "huge". This is true to Koloktos's height. Its name may also be derived from "koło ktoś", a Polish phrase meaning "Round One". This applies to its round torso and orb-like red cores.
*At the beginning of the battle, Koloktos's facial expression is neutral. The more it is attacked, the more its face seems to twist into a mischievous smile. Furthermore, when Koloktos is defeated, it seems to laugh like a child before exploding.
*Koloktos is one of the only bosses that does not completely explode. The darkness inside it explodes while its golden armor pieces stay behind.  
*At the beginning of the fight, Koloktos's facial expression is neutral. The more it is attacked, the more its face seems to twist into a mischievous smile. Furthermore, when Koloktos is defeated, it seems to laugh like a child before exploding.
*Koloktos is the third boss involving [[Ghirahim]] in its introduction.
*Even though it has a cage to cover its weak spot, it only uses it once Link has damaged it considerably.
*Even though it has a cage to cover its weak spot, it only uses it once Link has damaged it considerably.
*Koloktos can be damaged with Link's regular sword even during the second phase of the fight, but it will not die until its core is struck at least once with its own sword, even if its health is at zero.
*Koloktos can be damaged with Link's regular Sword even during the second phase of the fight, but it will not be defeated until its core is struck at least once with its own cutlass, even if its health is at zero.{{verify}}
*If Link returns to the boss room, he will still be able to use Koloktos's swords, but he won't be able to exit the room with them.
*If Link returns to the boss room, he will still be able to use Koloktos's cutlasses, but he will not be able to exit the room with them.


==Gallery==
==Etymology==
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Koloktos may be derived from "koło ktoś", a Polish phrase meaning "Round One". This can refer to its round torso and orb-like red cores.
File:Golden statue ss.png|Early screenshot of Koloktos
File:SSKoloktosConcept.jpg|Concept art of Koloktos from ''[[Hyrule Historia]]''
File:AsuraSword.png|One of Koloktos' swords
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File:AsuraSword.png|Koloktos's cutlass
File:Golden statue ss.png|Early screenshot of Koloktos
File:SSKoloktosConcept.jpg|Concept art of Koloktos from {{HH}}
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Template:Boss Ancient Automaton: Koloktos is a boss in Skyward Sword. It is an enormous automation created to defend the Ancient Cistern from intruders.

Strategy

As Link enters the final room of the Ancient Cistern, he immediately encounters Ghirahim inside. Ghirahim supplies the dormant Koloktos with cursed energy, giving it the mobility and the power to battle Link.

Koloktos is held together by the red cores in its arms and torso. Aware of its weakness, Koloktos covers its torso with its bottom two hands. The uppermost arms carry sharpened blades that it occasionally throws at the young hero, which he can dodge or block with his Shield. When Link is near the automaton, it tries to crush him with its giant arms. By dodging this attack and using his Whip to grab the arms' joints, Link can break off the cores from its arms. After breaking off the first two arms, Koloktos will eventually use its lower hands to attack, giving the hero a chance to break them off as well and attack its chest core. Koloktos will reanimate and reattach its missing arms afterward and attack Link again.

After the boss has suffered enough damage, it pulls itself out of the floor and reveals its legs, giving it the ability to chase Link around the room. It also pulls out six cutlasses and cages its chest core to prevent Link from attacking it. The contraption will occasionally try to attack the hero with a barrage of slashes, which he can dodge by running away. This attack can destroy the stone pillars in the room, revealing Hearts inside. It can also summon three Cursed Bokoblins which will pursue Link. After dodging an attempted strike, Link can pull the cores out of its arms as he did with its first form. He can then pick up the boss' cutlass and use it to destroy its various parts, including its legs. Link must then slice its cage apart with the cutlass, exposing the core to attack. As before, Koloktos will eventually reanimate its broken parts and reattach them.

After defeating Koloktos, its cursed energy will combust. Link can then proceed to power up the Goddess Sword with Farore's Flame, turning it into the Goddess Longsword.

Trivia

  • In alignment with the Ancient Cistern's apparently Buddhist theme, Koloktos's overall design seems to take inspiration from the deity Asura.
  • At the beginning of the battle, Koloktos's facial expression is neutral. The more it is attacked, the more its face seems to twist into a mischievous smile. Furthermore, when Koloktos is defeated, it seems to laugh like a child before exploding.
  • Even though it has a cage to cover its weak spot, it only uses it once Link has damaged it considerably.
  • Koloktos can be damaged with Link's regular Sword even during the second phase of the fight, but it will not be defeated until its core is struck at least once with its own cutlass, even if its health is at zero.[verification needed]
  • If Link returns to the boss room, he will still be able to use Koloktos's cutlasses, but he will not be able to exit the room with them.

Etymology

Koloktos may be derived from "koło ktoś", a Polish phrase meaning "Round One". This can refer to its round torso and orb-like red cores.

Names in Other Regions
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese 魔蝕神器ダ・イルオーマ (Ma Shoku Shinki Da Iruōma) Demon-eating Sacred Treasure: Da Iruōma
Canada FrenchCA Gardien aux mille bras, Koloktos Thousand-armed Guardian, Koloktos
France FrenchEU Gardien aux Mille Bras, Da Ihloma Thousand-armed Guardian, Da Ihloma
Germany German Artefakt der Finsternis, Da Ilohm Artefact of Darkness, Da Ilohm
Italy Italian Demone dalle Mille Lame, Malgare Thousand-armed Demon, Malgare
Korea Korean 마촉신기 다일로와마 (Machok Shingi Da Illowama) Demon-possessed Sacred Machine: Da Ilowama
Spain SpanishEU Gólem de las Tinieblas, Iruoma Golem of the Darkness, Iruoma
Latin America SpanishLA Gólem de las Tinieblas, Koloktos Golem of the Darkness, Koloktos

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