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{{Boss
{{Infobox Boss
|image = [[File:Blaaz.png|263px]]
|type=
|title = Master of Fire
|image= File:PH Blaaz Artwork.png
|game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''
|caption=
|era = [[Zelda Timeline#The Era of the Great Voyage|Era of the Great Voyage]]
|title= Master of Fire
|dungeon = [[Temple of Fire]]
|race=
|weakness = [[Boomerang]]
|gender= Male<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= PH|publisher= Prima|page= 29}}</ref>
|reward = [[Leaf]], the Spirit of Power <br> [[Sand of Hours]]
|game= PH
|other= PH (Himekawa)
|dungeon= [[Temple of Fire]]
|habitat=
|health=
|weakness= [[Boomerang]]
|reward= {{List|[[Heart Container]], [[Sand of Hours]], [[Leaf]]}}
|exp=
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'''Blaaz''' is the [[boss]] of the first dungeon in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'', [[Temple of Fire]]. He bears some physical similarities to a [[Wizzrobe]] in appearance, but leaves his robe's hood unadorned, revealing a head covered in flames.
{{Term/Store|Blaaz||Series, PH}} is the [[Boss]] of the [[Temple of Fire]] in {{PH}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 167}}</ref>


==Strategy==
==Characteristics==
[[File:BlaazStrategy.png|left|thumb|The boomerang technique used to join Blaaz's three sub-forms]]
When the battle starts, Blaaz splits into three smaller duplicates, all of which are impervious to [[Sword]] slashes. These duplicates float around [[Link]], not separating too far from each other as they attempt to surround the hero on all sides. Eventually, all three will charge up a ball of [[Fire]], unleashing it upon Link. The projectile's charge time takes several seconds and travels in straight lines. Their individual attacks can be interrupted mid-charge with a [[Boomerang]] attack. Although the three monsters appear identical, the icons representing them on the map have different number of horns. By drawing a path for the Boomerang and striking the enemies in ascending order, the monsters will combine into their true form. Otherwise, they will begin to combine, but halt halfway through.
When the battle starts, Blaaz splits into three smaller versions of himself, all of which are impervious to sword slashes. These smaller entities will float around Link, not separating too far from each other as they attempt to surround the hero on all sides. Before too long, all three will charge up a fireball attack and unleash their fury upon Link. Since the charge time takes several seconds, and because the projectiles travel in perfectly straight lines, these attacks are fairly easy to dodge. Even so, their individual attacks can be interrupted mid-charge with an aimed [[Boomerang]] attack. Although the three monsters appear identical on the DS's bottom screen, icons representing them on the map above are different: One "Mini-Blaaz" icon is adorned with a single horn, another with two horns, and the final with three horns. By drawing a path for the Boomerang and striking the enemies in ascending order, the monsters will combine into their true form. In the case they aren't attacked in the correct order, they will begin to combine, but halt abruptly halfway through and cancel the metamorphosis.


Once Blaaz returns to normal, he again becomes vulnerable to sword slashes. Lucky for Link, as this is the only way to defeat him.  However, while in full form, the fire wizard gains an ability to teleport randomly around the area (much like a Wizzrobe). The fireball attacks he used while split are instead replaced with falling rocks of fire, however he will not have a chance to unleash this attack if Link bombards him with repeated strikes of his blade. In any case, Blaaz will split up into his separate forms before too long.  Repeat this process a few more times, and the boss will find himself defeated. After conquering the temple and defeating its boss, Link will earn a [[Heart Container]], gather his first [[Sand of Hours]], and earn the aid of [[Leaf]], the Spirit of Power.
Once Blaaz returns to normal, he again becomes vulnerable to Sword slashes. While in full form, Blaaz can teleport randomly around the area and shoot falling rocks of Fire. If Link attacks him with Sword strikes, Blaaz will not be able to unleash this attack. Eventually, he will split up into his separate forms once again.
 
After defeating the Boss, Link will earn a [[Heart Container]], gather his first [[Sand of Hours]], and earn the aid of [[Leaf]], the Spirit of Power.
 
==Other Appearances==
{{Noncanon|Start}}
==={{PH|-}} Manga===
When Link and [[Ciela]] enter the Temple of Fire in the {{PH|Himekawa}}, they are confronted by Blaaz. He says the two are fools and will fall before his flames.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Fools! Fall before the flames of Blaaz, Master of Fire!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 55}}</ref> The monster splits into three and attacks Link.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= It split into three!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 55}}</ref> The hero attempts to attack Blaaz's smaller forms one at a time,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= I'll take care of one at a time!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 55}}</ref> although is unable to because the monsters are surrounded by flames.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Yargh! They're surrounded by flames! I can't get close!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 55}}</ref> After Link realizes that he has to attack from a distance,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= It's no use! I have to attack from a distance!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 55}}</ref> Ciela directs him to a [[Treasure Chest]] that houses a Boomerang.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Look!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 56}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote= A treasure chest?! A Boomerang!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 56}}</ref> Link uses the Boomerang to defeat Blaaz's split form. Blaaz becomes whole again but Link destroys the monster with his Sword.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= He's whole again!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 57}}</ref> Blaaz disintegrates into the Sand of Hours,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Blaaz turned to ashes! No, to sand! He's disintegrating!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 57}}</ref> freeing Leaf from his hold.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= I am Leaf, a spirit of power... Thank you for freeing me from the darkness.|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 59}}</ref>
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==Nomenclature==
{{Nomenclature}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Blaaz Merged.png|Blaaz's merged form
File:PH Blaaz Model.png|Blaaz's merged form
File:Blaaz Icons.png|The icons for Blaaz's sub-forms, essential to Link's battle strategy
File:Blaaz Title.png|Blaaz's introduction
File:Blaaz Title.png|Blaaz at the start of the battle
File:Blaaz Split.png|Blaaz split into his three duplicates
File:Blaaz Split.png|Blaaz split into his three sub-forms
File:BlaazStrategy.png|Link using the Boomeran on Blaaz
File:Blaaz CriticalPoint.png|Blaaz's [[Critical Point]]
File:Blaaz CriticalPoint.png|Link attacking Blaaz
File:Blaaz Icons.png|Icons for Blaaz's duplicates
</gallery>
</gallery>


==Trivia==
{{Ref}}
*In ''[[The Legend of Zelda:Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'' there is a boss called [[Fraaz]]. His name is similar to Blaaz, as is his title (Master of Icy Fire). They are even both fought with the boomerang. However, Fraaz more resembles a humanoid [[Keese]], and the battles are completely different.
*Blaaz most likely refers to "[[wikipedia:fire|blaze]]" and Fraaz most likely refers to "[[wikipedia:freezing|freeze]]".


{{Names
{{Bosses|PH}}
|ja=  {{Japanese|火焔幻術師 ブレイズ|Kaen Genjutsu-shi: Bureizu||3}}
{{Categories
|jaM= Flame Magician: Blaze
  |Fire-Related Enemies, Humanoid Enemies
|esS= Braaz
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|esSM=Comes from the Spanish word Brasa (Ember)
|esL= Blaaz, Señor del Fuego
|esLM=Blaaz, Master of Fire
|fr= Braziard, maître du feu
|frM= Braziard, Master of Fire
|de=  {{de|Blaze|Blaze, Meister des Feuers}}
|deM= Blaze, Master of Fire
|it= Braaz
|itM=
|ko= 
|koM=  
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{{Bosses|PH}}
{{HumanEnemy}}
{{FireEnemy}}
[[Category:Bosses]]

Latest revision as of 02:26, 14 April 2024

Blaaz is the Boss of the Temple of Fire in Phantom Hourglass.[2]

Characteristics

When the battle starts, Blaaz splits into three smaller duplicates, all of which are impervious to Sword slashes. These duplicates float around Link, not separating too far from each other as they attempt to surround the hero on all sides. Eventually, all three will charge up a ball of Fire, unleashing it upon Link. The projectile's charge time takes several seconds and travels in straight lines. Their individual attacks can be interrupted mid-charge with a Boomerang attack. Although the three monsters appear identical, the icons representing them on the map have different number of horns. By drawing a path for the Boomerang and striking the enemies in ascending order, the monsters will combine into their true form. Otherwise, they will begin to combine, but halt halfway through.

Once Blaaz returns to normal, he again becomes vulnerable to Sword slashes. While in full form, Blaaz can teleport randomly around the area and shoot falling rocks of Fire. If Link attacks him with Sword strikes, Blaaz will not be able to unleash this attack. Eventually, he will split up into his separate forms once again.

After defeating the Boss, Link will earn a Heart Container, gather his first Sand of Hours, and earn the aid of Leaf, the Spirit of Power.

Other Appearances

Non-Canon Information

Phantom Hourglass Manga

When Link and Ciela enter the Temple of Fire in the Phantom Hourglass manga by Akira Himekawa, they are confronted by Blaaz. He says the two are fools and will fall before his flames.[3] The monster splits into three and attacks Link.[4] The hero attempts to attack Blaaz's smaller forms one at a time,[5] although is unable to because the monsters are surrounded by flames.[6] After Link realizes that he has to attack from a distance,[7] Ciela directs him to a Treasure Chest that houses a Boomerang.[8][9] Link uses the Boomerang to defeat Blaaz's split form. Blaaz becomes whole again but Link destroys the monster with his Sword.[10] Blaaz disintegrates into the Sand of Hours,[11] freeing Leaf from his hold.[12]

Nomenclature

ZW Nomenclature Asset.png Names in Other Regions ZW Nomenclature Asset 2.png
LanguageNamesMeanings
Japan
Japanese
火焔幻術師　ブレイズ (Kaen Genjutsu-shi Bureizu)[14]Flame Magician Blaze
Canada
FrenchCA
Braziard, Maître du Feu[18] 
The French Republic
FrenchEU
Braziard, maître du feu[16] 
The Federal Republic of Germany
German
Blaze, Meister des Feuers[15] 
The Italian Republic
Italian
Braaz, sovrano del fuoco[13] 
Latin America
SpanishLA
Blaaz, Señor del Fuego[17] 
The Kingdom of Spain
SpanishEU
Braaz[19] 
This table was generated using translation pages.
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Gallery

  • Blaaz's merged form

    Blaaz's merged form

  • Blaaz's introduction

    Blaaz's introduction

  • Blaaz split into his three duplicates

    Blaaz split into his three duplicates

  • Link using the Boomeran on Blaaz

    Link using the Boomeran on Blaaz

  • Link attacking Blaaz

    Link attacking Blaaz

  • Icons for Blaaz's duplicates

    Icons for Blaaz's duplicates

References

  1. ↑ The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass—Prima Official Game Guide, Prima Games, pg. 29
  2. ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 167
  3. ↑ "Fools! Fall before the flames of Blaaz, Master of Fire!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 55)
  4. ↑ "It split into three!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 55)
  5. ↑ "I'll take care of one at a time!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 55)
  6. ↑ "Yargh! They're surrounded by flames! I can't get close!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 55)
  7. ↑ "It's no use! I have to attack from a distance!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 55)
  8. ↑ "Look!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 56)
  9. ↑ "A treasure chest?! A Boomerang!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 56)
  10. ↑ "He's whole again!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 57)
  11. ↑ "Blaaz turned to ashes! No, to sand! He's disintegrating!" (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 57)
  12. ↑ "I am Leaf, a spirit of power... Thank you for freeing me from the darkness." (Phantom Hourglass (Himekawa), VIZ Media, pg. 59)
  13. ↑ "Braaz, sovrano del fuoco" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  14. ↑ "火焔幻術師　ブレイズ" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  15. ↑ "Blaze, Meister des Feuers" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  16. ↑ "Braziard, maître du feu" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  17. ↑ "Blaaz, Señor del Fuego" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  18. ↑ "Braziard, Maître du Feu" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
  19. ↑ "Braaz" — N/A (Phantom Hourglass)
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