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Revision as of 18:02, 12 June 2020

This page is about the Boss named "Iron Knuckle". For the enemy of the same name, see Iron Knuckle. Also not to be confused with Rebonack, the Iron Knuckle Boss in The Adventure of Link.

Template:Boss Iron Knuckles are recurring Sub-Bosses in The Legend of Zelda series.[1]

Characteristics

Iron Knuckles are large, heavily armored knights, equipped with Swords or axes capable of dealing 4 Hearts 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 Darknuts, 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.[2] The armor of Iron Knuckles can be damaged and removed with Sword swings, Bombs, Bombchus, and the Megaton Hammer. Once enough armor is removed, they become enraged and move quicker, but are then weak to Arrows, opening up the opportunity long-range attacks.

Ocarina of Time

Iron Knuckles appear in the Spirit Temple and Ganon's Castle in Ocarina of Time. They are Gerudo warriors covered in armor.[3] The first one that Link encounters is found at the end of the Spirit Temple when Link is a child. After defeating the Iron Knuckle, Link can proceed outside to receive the Silver Gauntlets from a Treasure Chest. Once Link returns to the Spirit Temple as an adult, he will again encounter an Iron Knuckle in an identical room on the opposite side of the Spirit Temple. Once defeated, Link can proceed outside to receive the Mirror Shield from a Treasure Chest. An Iron Knuckle also appears directly before the fight against Twinrova. However, this Iron Knuckle is actually Nabooru brainwashed by Twinrova to fight Link in Iron Knuckle armor.[4] After defeating Nabooru as an Iron Knuckle, Link can walk directly into the boss room.

An Iron Knuckle also appears in the Fire Temple and the Gerudo Training Ground in Master Quest.

Majora's Mask

Three Iron Knuckles appear in Majora's Mask. Two of them are found within tombs of the Ikana Graveyard, with one on the First Day and one on the Second Day. One is guarding the resting place of Flat and the other is guarding a Piece of Heart. The third Iron Knuckle can be found in the Link Dungeon inside the Moon during the hide-and-seek game played by Link while in his normal Hylian form.

In addition, a gold suit of Iron Knuckle armor can be seen on display in the Curiosity Shop. This armor is used as a peep hole from the back room where Kafei spies on the Curiosity Shop's dealings. This armor wields a sword instead of an ax.

Other Appearances

The Wand of Gamelon

Non-Canon Information
TWoG Iron Knuckle Cutscene Sprite.png

An Iron Knuckle appears as the second Boss. He is located in Tykogi Tower, where he had imprisoned the residents of Sakado, including Mayor Cravendish and Harbanno the baker.[5] After freeing Harbanno, Princess Zelda confronts the Iron Knuckle atop the Tower. Upon his defeat, he breaks apart and reveals a beating Life Heart. Two Armos witness his death and quickly decide to leave. Princess Zelda then rescues Mayor Cravendish shortly after. The Iron Knuckle's sole weakness is to the Power Glove, which defeats him in a single strike.

Nomenclature

TMC Forest Minish Artwork.png Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite.png
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese アイアンナック (Aian Nakku) Iron Nakku
China ChineseSI 铁甲武士 (Tiějiǎ Wǔshì) Armored Warrior
French-speaking countries French Hache-Viande Meat Grinder
Canada FrenchCA Poing de fer (OoT3D)
Germany German Eisenprinz (OoT) Iron Prince
Ironknuckle
Italy Italian Guerriero d'acciaio
Spanish-speaking countries Spanish Nudillo de Hierro
Latin America SpanishLA Nudillo de hierro (OoT3D)

Gallery

  • File:Ironknuckle Nabooru.png

    Artwork of Nabooru as an Iron Knuckle from Ocarina of Time

  • An early design of an Iron Knuckle from Ocarina of Time

    An early design of an Iron Knuckle from Ocarina of Time

  • The armor of an Iron Knuckle in the Curiosity Shop from Majora's Mask

    The armor of an Iron Knuckle in the Curiosity Shop from Majora's Mask

References

  1. ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 186 (OoT)
  2. ↑ "You know about the Iron Knuckle, right? Stay away from its ax attack, then look for a chance to retaliate." — Tatl (Majora's Mask)
  3. ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 214
  4. ↑ "By the way... I really messed up... I was brainwashed by those old witches and used by Ganondorf to do his evil will..." — Nabooru (Ocarina of Time)
  5. ↑ "Oh dear! It looks like everyone has been taken to Tykogi Tower!" — Impa (The Wand of Gamelon)
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