Giant Ghini
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Giant Ghini are recurring enemies in The Legend of Zelda series.[1] They are a larger variant of Ghini. It is a rare creature that only appears in a specific part of the Cemetery of Koholint Island, the part above where the Color Dungeon is located in the DX version of Link's Awakening, and The Swamp of Four Swords Adventures. While in Link's Awakening they are defeated just like the other members of its family, in Four Swords Adventures they can only be destroyed by lighting the torches as they swarm around Dampe's house.
Another version of the Giant Ghini appears as the Sub-Boss of Spirit's Grave in Oracle of Ages.[2]
Characteristics
The only thing the Giant Ghini has over the regular Ghini is its sheer size and a little extra health, allowing it to hurt Link more easily. However, this is also its weakness, as it allows Link to attack them from a further range. Spin attacks with the sword are the best way to deal with this spirit.
In Oracle of Ages, the Giant Ghini possesses two eyes and is accompanied by three smaller spirits who act like Gels, attaching themselves to Link to hinder his movement speed. When this happens, the Giant Ghini will charge at Link to harm him. The Giant Ghini must be attacked with the Sword, which is easier done after the three smaller spirits have been dispatched. However, the Giant Ghini may still charge at Link if he gets too close, and the smaller spirits will respawn after a short time.
Nomenclature
Names in Other Regions | |||
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Language | Name | Meaning | |
Japanese | デグギーニ (Degu Gīni) 分身 (Bunshin) |
Big Ghini Alter-ego | |
German | Großer Ghini | Big Ghini |
Gallery
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A Giant Ghini in Link's Awakening DX
References
- ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 181 (LA)
- ↑ "The locked door in B3 leads to a lair possessed by the Giant Ghini." (The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons/The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages Player's Guide, Nintendo of America, pg. 69)