Iron Knuckle (Boss): Difference between revisions

Iron Knuckles are large, heavily armored knights, equipped with Swords or axes capable of dealing 4 [[Heart]]s of damage to [[Link]]. Iron Knuckles wear a cloth tunic bearing [[Gerudo]] symbols in both ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask''. Though quite similar to [[Darknut]]s, Iron Knuckles are less common across the series, and usually play the role of stoic guardians as opposed to the more aggressive behavior of a Darknut. The main difference, however, is that they do not share a Darknut's traditional weakness to attacks from behind. These foes are dueling elites, incorporating much of the same swordplay techniques that Link does during battle to great effect. These knights are also known for their unmatched defensive capabilities and long vitality. Their armor allows them to take many hits, but their slow attacks leave them open to retaliation.<ref>{{Cite|You know about the Iron Knuckle, right? Stay away from its ax attack, then look for a chance to retaliate.|Tatl|MM}}</ref> The armor of the Iron Knuckle can be damaged and removed with Sword swings, [[Bomb]]s, [[Bombchu]]s, and the [[Megaton Hammer]]. Once enough armor is removed, they become enraged and move quicker, but are now weak to [[Arrow]]s, opening up the opportunity long-range attacks. Link can use [[Nayru's Love]] to protect himself from the high amount of damage that Iron Knuckles can inflict.

===''Ocarina of Time''===

File:OoT Iron Knuckle Artwork.png|Artwork of an Iron Knuckle from ''Ocarina of Time''

File:21Jan1997IronKnuckle.png|An early design of an Iron Knuckle from ''Ocarina of Time''

File:Ironknuckle Nabooru.png|Brainwashed Nabooru from ''Ocarina of Time''

File:IronKnuckle OoT.png|An Iron Knuckle as seen in ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask''