Beetle (Enemy)
- This article is about the enemy. For other uses, see Beetle.
Beetles are recurring Enemies in The Legend of Zelda series.[1]
Characteristics
Link's Awakening
In Link's Awakening, Beetles appear from a hole in the ground south of Kanalet Castle whenever Link gets close. They can be defeated with a single Sword slash, but endlessly continue appearing from the hole.
Oracle of Seasons
In Oracle of Seasons, Beetles can appear when Link digs a hole using the Shovel.
Oracle of Ages
In Oracle of Ages, Beetles can appear when Link digs a hole using the Shovel.
The Minish Cap
| Figurine | |
|---|---|
| Number | 117 |
| Description | Appears in various areas. |
| Figurine | Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
117 | Appears in various areas. |
In The Minish Cap, Black Beetles appear under Rocks and Grass or when digging with the Mole Mitts. If they grab Link, he will not be able to move until he swings his Sword.
A red-colored Monster Variation known as Red Beetles appear in the Fortress of Winds.
Nomenclature
The Beetle's Japanese name, "Zoro Zoro," is derived from the Japanese onomatopoeia for insects skittering around.
 Names in Other Regions 
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| Language | Name | Meaning | |
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Japanese | ゾロゾロ (Zoro Zoro) | |
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FrenchEU | Grouilleur | From the verb "grouiller" which means "moving a lot rapidly" |
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German | Käfer | |
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Italian | Zoro Zoro | |
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SpanishEU | Zoro Zoro | |
See Also
References
- ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 165 (LA | OoS | OoA | TMC)