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{{Enemy
{{Infobox Enemy
|name = Keese
|image=
|image = [[File:Keese SSword.png|200px]]
{{Media
|game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''<br>''[[Freshly-Picked Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland]]''<br>''[[Link: The Faces of Evil|Faces of Evil]]''<br>''[[Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon|Wand of Gamelon]]''
|Artwork TLoZ= File:TLoZ Keese Blue Artwork.png
|habitat = All
|Render SS= File:SS Keese Render.png
|weapon = [[Sword]], [[Bow]], [[Hookshot]], [[Boomerang]]
|Model LANS= File:LANS Keese Model.png
|Model OoT= File:OoT Keese Model.png
|Model OoT3D= File:OoT3D Keese Model.png
|Model MM= File:MM Keese Model.png
|Model MM3D= File:MM3D Keese Model.png
|Model TWW= File:TWW Keese Model.png
|Model TWWHD= File:TWWHD Keese Model.png
|Model TP= File:TP Keese Model.png
|Model TPHD= File:TPHD Keese Model.png
|Model PH= File:PH Keese Model.png
|Model ST= File:ST Keese Model.png
|Model SS= File:SS Keese Model.png
|Model SSHD= File:SSHD Keese Model.png
|Model ALBW= File:ALBW Keese Model.png
|Model TFH= File:TFH Keese Model.png
|Model BotW= File:BotW Keese Model.png
|Model TotK= File:TotK Keese Model.png
|Sprite TLoZ= File:TLoZ Keese Sprite.png
|Sprite ALttP= File:ALttP Keese Sprite.png
|Sprite LA= File:LA Keese Sprite.png
|Sprite LADX= File:LADX Keese Sprite.png
|Sprite OoS= File:OoS Keese Sprite.png
|Sprite OoA= File:OoA Keese Sprite.png
|Sprite FS= File:FS Keese Sprite.png
|Sprite FSA= File:FSA Keese Sprite.png
|Sprite TMC= File:TMC Keese Sprite.png
}}
}}
'''Keese''' are bat-like creatures that make their homes in dank, shadowy dungeons or in pitch-black caves similar to their real-life counterparts, and have become a staple of the [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Zelda'' series]], appearing in all mainstream ''Zelda'' titles thus far except for ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''. The Keese is known to inhabit various forms, some adapted from fire and ice, some from the surrounding environment, however, the technique and strategy used to defeat all of their variations is basically the same.
|caption=
{{Navi|Keese|'''Keese'''
|pronunciation=
When you get close to it, use Z Targeting. Even if it flies away, you can still target it.}}
|race=
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|game= TLoZ, ALttP, LA, OoT, MM, OoS, OoA, FS, TWW, FSA, TMC, TP, PH, ST, SS, ALBW, TFH, BotW, TotK
{{Tatl|Keese|What?! Don't you know about the '''Keese'''? Use Z Targeting when it gets close. Even if it flies off, I'll follow it for you.}}
|other= TLoZGW, TFoE, TWoG, BSTLoZ, ZA, AST, OoA (Wessel), OoS (Himekawa), LCT, Zelda HD Experience, NL, Sonic Lost World, MK8, CoH
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|habitat= {{Spawn Locations}}
|member=
|health=
{{Infobox Game Blocks
|TLoZ= {{HP|TLoZ|1}}
|LA= {{HP|LA|1}}
|OoT= {{HP|OoT|1}}
|MM= {{HP|MM|1}}
|TWW= {{HP|TWW|1}}
|TMC= {{HP|TMC|1}}
|BotW= {{HP|BotW|1}}<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= BotW|page= 303|publisher= Piggyback|edition= Expanded Edition|year= 2018}}</ref>
|TotK= {{HP|TotK|1}}
}}
|attack=
{{Infobox Game Blocks
|TLoZ= Contact [[File:TMC Life Energy Sprite 4.png|1/2 heart]]
|LA= Contact [[File:TMC Life Energy Sprite 4.png|1/2 heart]]
|OoT= Contact [[File:TMC Life Energy Sprite 5.png|1/4 heart]]
|MM= Contact [[File:TMC Life Energy Sprite 5.png|1/4 heart]]
|TWW= Contact [[File:TMC Life Energy Sprite 5.png|1/4 heart]]
|TMC= Contact [[File:TMC Life Energy Sprite 5.png|1/4 heart]]
}}
|weapon=
{{List|
{{Term|Series|Sword|link}},
{{Term|Series|Bow|link}},
{{Term|Series|Boomerang|link}},
{{Term|Series|Hookshot|link}},
}}
|spoils=
|exp=
|theme=
}}
{{Term/Store|Keese|Keese|Series, TLoZ, ALttP, LA, OoT, MM, OoS, OoA, TWW, FS, FSA, TMC, TP, PH, ST, SS, ALBW, TFH, BotW, TotK, OoA (Wessel), LCT, NL|plural}} are recurring {{Plural|Series|Enemy|link}} in {{TLoZ|Series}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 187 {{Exp Game|TLoZ, ALttP, LA, OoT, MM, OoS, OoA, TWW, FS, FSA, TMC, TP, PH, ST, SS, ALBW, TFH}}}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|'''Keese'''|Hyrule Compendium|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|'''Keese'''|Hyrule Compendium|TotK}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= OoA (Wessel) |publisher= |page= 10}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|{{Big|Hyrule Castle: Defender}}<br/>Those Keese aren't making this graveyard any more inviting. Watch your radar, and take them down!|Stage Select|LCT}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|{{Big|''Keese''}}|Monita|NL}}</ref>{{Note|Keese are pluralized as "Keeses" in {{TLoZ}} manual and in {{TWW}}.<ref name="TLoZ Manual">{{Cite Manual|quote= Vire is a devil that controls the Keeses. When Link cuts it with his sword, it turns into two Keeses.|game= TLoZ|page= 35}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|These bats fly around dark places and attack anything that moves. Great care should be taken around Fire Keeses that appear during times of volcanic activity.|Figurine|TWWHD}}</ref> However, as the enemy's plural was officially stated as Keese in {{E}}, "Keeses" is not considered [[Guidelines:Canon|Canon]].}}
 
{{OTOC}}


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
{{ImageCaption
{{Plural|Series|Keese}} are bat-like creatures that inhabit {{Plural|Series|Dungeon|link}} and {{Plural|Series|Cave|link}}, similarly to their real-life counterparts. Following their debut in {{TLoZ}}, they have since become a staple of {{TLoZ|Series}} and have appeared in the majority of games with the exception of {{TAoL}}, where {{Plural|Series|Keese}} are absent and are instead replaced by the similar {{Plural|Series|Ache|link}}.
|image= File:Keese.png
 
|size=130px
{{Plural|Series|Keese}} often exist in clusters in the places where they are found. They fly around the screen erratically, not heading towards anything in particular, and stop to rest for a short amount of time on a neighboring wall or rock face. In some games, such as {{ALttP}} and {{LA}}, {{Plural|Series|Keese}} move about the screen only when {{Term|Series|Link|link}} is within close proximity, otherwise they remain still. Later games, such as {{TWW}} and {{TP}}, introduce {{Plural|Series|Keese}} with a slightly more active attack strategy, targeting {{Term|Series|Link}}, but pausing above him before striking, providing an opportunity for him to strike.
|align=left
 
|caption=Keese artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]''
As small and commonplace creatures, {{Plural|Series|Keese}} are relatively weak and can be dispatched with a variety of weaponry, from {{Plural|Series|Sword|link}} and {{Plural|Series|Boomerang|link}} to {{Plural|Series|Arrow|link}} and {{Plural|Series|Bomb|link}}.
|captionalign=center
 
{{Plural|Series|Keese}} are known to inhabit various forms in adapting to their surrounding environment. Notable variants include {{Plural|Series|Fire Keese|link}} and {{Plural|Series|Ice Keese|link}}, which are enveloped in fiery and icy mist, respectively. Less common forms include {{Plural|Series|Keese Swarm|link}}, {{Plural|Series|Shadow Keese|link}}, {{Plural|Series|Thunder Keese|link}} and {{Plural|Series|Dark Keese|link}}. {{Plural|Series|Vire|link}}, when defeated, will also split into a pair of {{Plural|Series|Keese}}, which may or may not be fought.<ref name="TLoZ Manual"/>
 
==={{TLoZ|-}}===
{{Manual|TLoZ|Vire & Keese|Vire is a devil that controls the Keeses. When Link cuts it with his sword, it turns into two Keeses. Keeses have little attacking power, but Vire is a little stronger.}}
{{Plural|TLoZ|Keese}} inhabit {{Plural|TLoZ|Dungeon|link}} in {{TLoZ}}. They resemble blue bats, and commonly appear in small to medium-sized groups. {{Plural|TLoZ|Keese}} flutter through rooms in a random path, stopping only periodically to rest. They are also the only enemies that are encountered in the game's side-scrolling chambers, where they can be found resting against the walls before taking flight. {{Plural|TLoZ|Keese}} can be defeated by any weapon in {{Term|TLoZ|Link|link}}'s arsenal, including the {{Term|TLoZ|Sword|link}}, {{Term|TLoZ|Bow|link}} and {{Term|TLoZ|Candle|link}}. As they are very small enemies, the {{Term|TLoZ|Boomerang|link}} will also defeat them as opposed to stunning them. {{Plural|TLoZ|Vire|link}} will split into two red {{Plural|TLoZ|Keese}} when defeated. These {{Plural|TLoZ|Keese}} are fought in the same manner as the common variety. {{Plural|TLoZ|Keese}} never drop any items when defeated.
 
==={{ALttP|-}}===
[[File:Keese ALttP.gif|30px|left]]
{{Plural|ALttP|Keese}} inhabit {{Plural|ALttP|Cave|link}} and tunnels in the {{Term|ALttP|Light World|link}} of {{Term|ALttP|Hyrule|link}} in {{ALttP}}. Unlike their previous incarnation, {{Plural|ALttP|Keese}} remain still along {{Term|ALttP|Cave}} walls and crevices, but take flight when {{Term|ALttP|Link|link}} draws close. {{Plural|ALttP|Keese}} in {{ALttP|-}} have a more direct flight pattern than previous appearances, soaring in a curving arc as opposed to random flight, before resting again on the next wall. They are also encountered less frequently in groups, though they can still occasionally be found huddled together. They are weak enemies and can be defeated by any means of attack. In the [[Game Boy Advance]] version of {{ALttP}}, {{Plural|ALttP|Keese}} also appear as enemies in the {{Term|ALttP|Palace of the Four Sword|link}}.
 
The {{Term|ALttP|Dark World|link}} counterparts of {{Plural|ALttP|Keese}} are {{Plural|ALttP|Chasupa|link}}, which behave identically but are significantly stronger.
 
==={{LA|-}}===
{{Plural|LANS|Keese}} often appear in small groups in {{Plural|LANS|Cave|link}} and {{Plural|LANS|Dungeon|link}} in {{LA}}. They remain still until {{Term|LANS|Link|link}} approaches, whereupon they take to the air and fly in a curving arc before briefly stopping to rest. They are much smaller than past appearances, and their darker coloration provides camoflauge against pits and makes them difficult to see. Despite this, {{Plural|LANS|Keese}} are still weak enemies and can be defeated by any attack.
 
{{Plural|LANS|Battle Bat|link}} are a similar enemy summoned by the {{Term|LANS|Grim Creeper|link}}, and are also referred to as {{Plural|LANS|Keese}}.<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= LA|publisher= Nintendo|page= 75}}</ref> When {{Plural|LANS|Vire|link}} are defeated, they will turn into a pair of {{Plural|LANS|Keese}} with skull faces, attempting to dive at {{Term|LANS|Link}} before flying away.
 
==={{OoT|-}}===
{{Navi
|quote1= {{Color|OoT White|Keese}}<br/>When you get close to it, use Z Targeting. Even if it flies away, you can still target it.
}}
 
{{Plural|OoT3D|Keese}} are much more active than their previous appearances in {{OoT}}; most fly around rooms without ever stopping to rest. They can occasionally be found huddled against walls, but take flight when disturbed. {{Plural|OoT3D|Keese}} are also much more aggressive, and will attempt to dive at {{Term|OoT3D|Link|link}} whenever they spot him. Their attacks can be blocked by holding up the {{Term|OoT3D|Shield|link}}. {{Plural|OoT3D|Keese}} can be defeated with any conventional weapon; however, due to the 3D environment and their high-altitude flight, {{Term|OoT3D|Link}} may have to resort to using ranged weapons such as the {{Term|OoT3D|Fairy Slingshot|link}}, {{Term|OoT3D|Boomerang|link}}, {{Term|OoT3D|Fairy Bow|link}} or {{Term|OoT3D|Hookshot|link}} to reach these enemies. Yet as many are constantly in flight, they can be difficult to aim at without {{Term|OoT3D|Targeting|link}}. {{Plural|OoT3D|Keese}} in {{OoT|-}} do not inhabit {{Plural|OoT3D|Cave|link}}, and are instead only encountered in {{Plural|OoT3D|Dungeon|link}}, especially within dark corridors.
 
{{OoT|-}} also introduces two variations: {{Plural|OoT3D|Fire Keese|link}} and {{Plural|OoT3D|Ice Keese|link}}. They are {{Plural|OoT3D|Keese}} that are enveloped in fiery and icy mist, respectively.  Fire Keese will set Link on fire if they hit him and have their flames extinguished by blocking their attacks with the {{Term|OoT3D|Shield}}. {{Term|OoT3D|Ice Keese}} freeze Link and retain their flame when blocked by Link's shield.
 
==={{MM|-}}===
{{Tatl
|context1= {{MM3D|-}}
|quote1= A {{Color|MM3D White|Keese}}. Use L-Targeting when it gets close. Even if it flies off, I'll follow it for you.
 
|context2= {{MM|-}}
|quote2= What?! Don't you know about the {{Color|MM White|Keese}}? Use Z Targeting when it gets close. Even if it flies off, I'll follow it for you.
}}
}}
Keese appear in every [[dungeon]] throughout ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'' and often exist in clusters about the many rooms in those dungeons, not to mention in the dungeons of the majority of the other Zelda titles, up to ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''. These creatures often fly around the screen, not heading towards anything in particular, and stop for a short amount of time on a neighboring wall, or rock face, as seen vividly in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' as well. However, in games such as ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'', but not exclusively, Keese are easy to startle, and move about the screen only when Link is within close proximity, otherwise they remain still, at rest, on the wall. Unlike the commonplace behavior of the Keese, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' introduces a variety that can be seen and fought in pure daylight, upon the overworld of Hyrule, as well as in their natural dungeon habitats.


The Keese incarnations seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' and on through ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' have a slightly different attack strategy in comparison to the random flight seen in the early titles and the motion sensitivity seen in games such as ''A Link to the Past'' and ''The Minish Cap''. Instead of running straight into Link, these bats will hover and pause above him when nearby before hitting him, giving Link a chance to notice and defeat them before they seize the opportunity to cause injury. On another note, the Keese from ''Twilight Princess'', in the same vein with the graphical style of the game, have a much more realistic appearance, and now have a hook-like tail in comparison to the almost non-existent tails of previous incarnations.
In {{MM}}, {{Plural|MM3D|Keese}} appear identically as their {{OoT|-}} incarnations in {{MM}}. They fly through the space they inhabit, and dive at {{Term|MM3D|Link|link}} whenever they spot him. Long-range weapons, such as the {{Term|MM3D|Boomerang|link}}, the {{Term|MM3D|Hero's Bow|link}}, and the {{Term|MM3D|Hookshot|link}}, are effective against them. They can only be found in a few areas, including {{Term|MM3D|Beneath the Well|link}} and the {{Term|MM3D|Stone Tower Temple|link}}.
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{{Plural|MM3D|Fire Keese|link|display=Fire}} and {{Plural|MM3D|Ice Keese|link}} reappear in {{MM|-}}, identically to those from {{OoT|-}}. {{MM|-}} also introduces similar enemies called {{Plural|MM3D|Bad Bat|link}}. These enemies behave similarly to {{Plural|MM3D|Keese}}, but are much larger in size.
 
==={{OoS|-}}===
{{Plural|OoS|Keese}} closely resemble their {{LA|-}} incarnation in {{OoS}}, appearing as small, dark-colored bats. They inhabit caverns and {{Plural|OoS|Dungeon|link}} in large groups. {{Plural|OoS|Keese}} are easily disturbed, and will fly sporadically around their space. Like those from {{LA|-}}, their small size and dark coloration can make them difficult to see, especially over dark pits or against the walls of side-scrolling areas. They can be defeated by any means of attack.
 
{{Plural|OoS|Fire Keese|link}} also appear in {{OoS|-}}. {{Plural|OoS|Fire Keese}} whose flames have been extinguished will revert back into ordinary {{Plural|OoS|Keese}}, though they retain their original flight pattern and can fly through fire to turn back into {{Plural|OoS|Fire Keese}}.
 
{{Term|OoS|Vire|link}} will turn into a pair of {{Plural|OoS|Keese}} with skull faces when it is defeated.
 
==={{OoA|-}}===
{{Plural|OoA|Keese}} closely resemble their {{LA|-}} incarnation in {{OoA}}, appearing as small, dark-colored bats. They inhabit caverns and {{Plural|OoA|Dungeon|link}} in large groups. {{Plural|OoA|Keese}} are easily disturbed, and will fly sporadically around their space. Like those from {{LA|-}}, their small size and dark coloration can make them difficult to see, especially over dark pits or against the walls of side-scrolling areas. They can be defeated by any means of attack.


{{Figurine|TWW|Keese and Fire Keese|Habitat: Dragon Roost Cavern<br>Least Favorite Thing: Projectiles<br>These bats fly around dark places and attack anything that moves. Great care should be taken around Fire Keeses that appear during times of volcanic activity.|[[File:Keese_Figurine_TWW.png|100px]]}}  
{{Plural|OoA|Fire Keese|link}} also appear in {{OoA|-}}. {{Plural|OoA|Fire Keese}} whose flames have been extinguished will revert back into ordinary {{Plural|OoA|Keese}}, though they retain their original flight pattern and can fly through fire to turn back into {{Plural|OoA|Fire Keese}}.
{{Figurine|TMC|Keese|Appears in various areas. These bats live in dungeons and caves. Their movement is unpredictable, so use ranged weapons from a safe distance.|[[File:Keese_Figurine.gif]]|100px}}  


==Physical Differences==
{{Term|OoA|Vire|link}} will turn into a pair of {{Plural|OoA|Keese}} with skull faces when it is defeated.
===Color===
[[File:KeeseNES.png|right|75px|A Blue Keese from ''The Legend of Zelda'']]
[[File:Keese NES.gif|right|75px|A Red Keese from ''The Legend of Zelda'']]
The original ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'' is the only title to incorporate Keese of any color other than their standard dark appearance. Of the three different colors, Blue Keese are the most common, Red Keese only appear in pairs whenever a [[Vire]], a larger Keese variant, is injured, and the Black Keese seldom appear until the last three dungeons of ''The Legend of Zelda''.


Unusual for the ''Zelda'' games (wherein color usually indicates the enemy's level of difficulty), the different colors of Keese have the same abilities, stats, and movement patterns, however, the Black Keese tend to inhabit rooms that are dark or with black floors; in this case, Link could only see their eyes as a method of distinguishment, thus making them harder to locate and defeat.
==={{FS|-}}===
{{Stub|FS}}


===Size===
==={{TWW|-}}===
[[File:Big_Keese_LA.png|right|70px|A large Keese variant from ''Link's Awakening'']]
{{Figurines|TWW}}
In certain titles, such as ''Link's Awakening'', ''Oracle of Ages'', and ''Oracle of Seasons'', there are '''Big Keese''' that only appear in battle situations. In ''Link's Awakening'', during the fight with the [[Grim Creeper]], the mini-boss of the [[Eagle's Tower]], such Keese attempt to distract Link from defeating the Creeper himself, and in the ''Oracle'' titles, these larger varieties are commonly fought in tandem with [[Blue Stalfos]]. As would be expected, such versions of Keese are much stronger than their standard forms, but otherwise behave in the same relative manner.
{{Tingle
|quote1= It's a {{Color|TWW TT Red|Keese}}!  Fighting them would be simple if you could attack them all at once!
}}


==Variations==
{{Plural|TWWHD|Keese}} appear in {{Plural|TWWHD|Cave|link}} and {{Plural|TWWHD|Dungeon|link}} in {{TWW}}. They constantly fly around the areas they inhabit, and will fly over to {{Term|TWWHD|Link|link}} when they notice him. Their attack strategy differs slightly from previous appearances, and they will pause just before striking {{Term|TWWHD|Link}}. Any conventional weapons are effective against them, with long-ranged weapons, such as the {{Term|TWWHD|Boomerang|link}}, the {{Term|TWWHD|Hero's Bow|link}}, and the {{Term|TWWHD|Hookshot|link}}, necessary to engage them from a distance.
There are several variations on the regular Keese:


===Fire Keese===
{{Plural|TWWHD|Fire Keese|link}} also appear in {{TWW|-}}. They can be turned into normal {{Plural|TWWHD|Keese}} by blowing out their flames with the {{Term|TWWHD|Deku Leaf|link}}.
[[File:FireKeese.gif|right|75px|Fire Keese in ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask'']]
When Keese are exposed to an open flame, they can transform into Fire Keese. In ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask'', Keese can be transformed by fire arrows or torches (although regular arrows can kill Keese or Fire Keese easily). They will light Link on fire, simultaneously putting themselves out. In Ocarina of Time, if Link has the Deku Shield equipped they could burn his shield.<ref>{{cite|Fire Keese - Destroy it before it flies into you! If you don't, its flames will burn up your Deku Shield!|Navi|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> In ''Twilight Princess'', they are almost identical to Keese. The only difference between the two is Link does not take damage if he touches a regular Keese when it's not attacking, whereas he will if he touches Fire Keese. They can be put out with the Gale Boomerang, or any type of [[Boomerang]] for that matter, but they do not go out when attacking Link, a trend carried through to ''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''.
{{clear}}
{{Navi|Fire Keese|'''Fire Keese'''
Destroy it before it flies into you! If you don't, its flames will burn up your [[Deku Shield]]!}}
{{clear|left}}
{{Tatl|Fire Keese|Don't tell me you don't know about the '''Fire Keese'''! Defeat it before it swoops down on you. I do not want to roast!}}
{{clear|left}}


===Ice Keese===
==={{FSA|-}}===
[[File:MM_IceKeese.png||left|95px|The Ice Keese as it appears in ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask'']]
{{Plural|FSA|Keese}} in {{FSA}} are based on those from {{ALttP|-}}. They initially sit still, but fly in a curving path as they are approached by the {{Plural|FSA|Link|link}}. They can be found inside caverns and {{Plural|FSA|Dungeon|link}}. Unlike other appearances, {{Plural|FSA|Keese}} in {{FSA|-}} often appear alone or secluded from one another. They can be defeated with a single strike from the {{Term|FSA|Sword|link}}.
[[File:Ice Keese.png|right|95px|Ice Keese in Twilight Princess]]
Ice Keese are Keese exposed to cold, such as an ice arrow or blue fire (a regular arrow kills them and can kill Keese, as well). In ''Twilight Princess'', ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask'', Ice Keese cannot be changed into regular Keese, nor can regular Keese be transformed into Ice Keese. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'', they act as a miniboss group before Link obtains the Boomerang.
{{clear}}
{{Navi|Ice Keese|'''Ice Keese'''
Destroy it before it flies into you!}}
{{clear|left}}
{{Tatl|Ice Keese|You know about the '''Ice Keese''', right? Destroy it before it swoops down on you. I hate the c-c-cold!}}
{{clear|left}}


===Shadow Keese===
{{FSA|-}} also introduces a variant called a {{Term|FSA|Keese Swarm|link}}. These enemies surround the {{Plural|FSA|Link}} in a trail of copies, and can only be defeated by striking the {{Term|FSA|Keese Swarm|display=Swarm}}'s red {{Term|FSA|Keese}}.
Shadow Keese are only found in the Twilight Realm in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''. They have dragon-like bodies and strange, funnel shaped heads surrounded by a ring of gray plumage. Their faces are featureless save for red symbols. They appear to be identical to [[Shadow Kargarok]]s except for the fact that they are smaller and weaker. As with many Shadow creatures, Shadow Keese have a distinctive cry; rather than the squeaking of the other Keese variations, Shadow Keese make a noise reminiscent of a hammer clashing on metal.


===Thunder Keese===
==={{TMC|-}}===
[[File:ThunderKeeseSS.png|left|100px|Thunder Keese in Skyward Sword]]
{{Figurines|TMC}}
Thunder Keese are found in several locations in ''[[Skyward Sword]]''. They are electrified Keese that follow similar attack patterns of all other Keese and can be killed in the same manners.
{{Plural|TMC|Keese}} in {{TMC}} appear and behave similarly to those from {{OoS}} and {{OoA}}. They are small enemies that are easily disturbed and flap about rooms in an unpredictable pattern, stopping only periodically to rest. Unlike other appearances, they have no way to camouflage themselves, and they inhabit {{Plural|TMC|Cave|link}} and {{Plural|TMC|Dungeon|link}} across {{Term|TMC|Hyrule|link}}. Any conventional weapon can defeat them.


===Vire===
==={{TP|-}}===
[[File:VireLOZ.png|75px|right]]{{Main|Vire}}
{{Plural|TPHD|Keese}} in {{TP}} more closely resemble real-world bats, but with ghastly features and tattered wings, as well as the addition of a curved hook on their tails. These enemies are constantly in flight as they patrol the space they occupy. Similarly to those of {{TWW|-}}, {{Plural|TPHD|Keese}} fly at {{Term|TPHD|Link|link}} and pause before striking, giving him an opportunity to attack before they do. As small and lightweight enemies, any weapon in {{Term|TPHD|Link}}'s arsenal is able to defeat them.
[[Vire]]s are large humanoid bat devils, who fly and hop around the area, sometimes shooting fireballs. They split into two Red Keese when significantly injured. Vires are one of the more intelligent minions in the series, showing the ability to talk.<ref>{{cite manual|quote= Vire is a devil that splits into Keeses when cut by Link's sword. Keeses have less attacking power.|game= Legend of Zelda|page= 35}}</ref>
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==Similar Species==
{{Plural|TPHD|Fire Keese|link|display=Fire}} and {{Plural|TPHD|Ice Keese|link}} reappear in {{TP|-}}. The {{Term|TPHD|Gale Boomerang|link}} can be used to extinguish their flames and icy mist, turning them back into normal {{Plural|TPHD|Keese}}. {{Plural|TPHD|Shadow Keese|link}} are a {{Term|TPHD|Twilight|link}} version that only appear in the {{Term|TPHD|Twilight Realm|link}}.
There are a number of other bat species in the series that are similar to Keese:


===Ache===
==={{PH|-}}===
[[File:Ache.png|left|75px]]{{Main|Ache}}
{{Plural|PH|Keese}} in {{PH}} are common enemies that inhabit {{Plural|PH|Cave|link}} and {{Plural|PH|Dungeon|link}}. Closer to their 3D console appearances, they are constantly in flight and fly in circular, random motions, and often appear in small groups. These enemies can be easily defeated merely by striking them with the {{Term|PH|Sword|link}}, though many other weapons are also effective at dispatching them.
Though Keese don't appear in ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'', [[Ache]]s, a similar species of bat-like creatures, do. Aches in this game are usually found in forests. They hang at the top of the screen, waiting for someone to pass, and dive down to attack them. Blue Aches take only one hit to defeat. It should be noted that the official name of these enemies is actually Ache, but they behave like Keese in almost every respect, so they are often confused with them. In certain towns, some Aches disguise themselves as villagers and attack Link when he tries to talk to them. They are called "The Eyes of Ganon".
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===Acheman===
{{Plural|PH|Fire Keese|link|display=Fire}} and {{Plural|PH|Ice Keese|link}} reappear in {{PH|-}}.
[[File:AchemanNP.png|left|75px]]{{Main|Acheman}}
Red Aches fly down and turn into red devil-like creatures. These Aches, called "[[Acheman]]", shoot fireballs from their mouth at their prey. They are only able to transform into this state when on solid ground. They could be seen as the Ache's equivilent of Vire.


===Bad Bat===
==={{ST|-}}===
[[File:Bad Bat.png|left|75px]]{{Main|Bad Bat}}
{{Plural|ST|Keese}} commonly appear in groups within {{Plural|ST|Cave|link}} and {{Plural|ST|Dungeon|link}}. They constantly fly in random circular motions, but can be quickly defeated with most {{Plural|ST|Item|link}}. Two additional varieties of {{Term|ST|Keese}} appear: {{Plural|ST|Fire Keese|link|display=Fire}} and {{Plural|ST|Ice Keese|link}}. Both of these varieties can be neutralized with the {{Term|ST|Whirlwind|link}}, turning them into regular {{Plural|ST|Keese}}.
[[Bad Bat]]s are larger, pure black bats found in ''Majora's Mask''. They seem to prefer outdoor environments, as opposed to the cave or dungeon-dwelling Keese. They are more powerful than Keese as well and appear in huge swarms. A creature called [[Gomess]] controls Bad Bats and uses them as a protective cloak.
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===Chasupa===
==={{SS|-}}===
[[File:Chasupa.png|left|75px]]{{Main|Chasupa}}
{{Fi
The '''Chasupa''' are Keese-like creatures that dwell in the [[Dark World]] and [[Hyrule Castle Tower]] in ''A Link to the Past'', although they also share a lot in common with [[Patra]].
|quote1= <p>Target lock: {{Color|SS Blue|Keese}}</p><p>Found in many locations, these winged monsters are attracted to dark places, such as caves.</p><p>They often gather in colonies, are active at night, and sleep in the day. Those who come too close and awaken them often fall victim to attack.</p>
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==Weaknesses==
{{Plural|SS|Keese}} in {{SS}} patrol the areas they reside in while in flight high above. When they notice {{Term|SS|Link|link}}, they fly down to his level, and pause before attacking. Their distinctive yellow eyes will glow red just before they strike. {{Plural|SS|Keese}} can defeated with simple {{Term|SS|Sword|link}} strikes, as well as shot down from the sky using long-range weapons such as the {{Term|SS|Slingshot|link}}, {{Term|SS|Beetle (Item)|link}} and {{Term|SS|Bow|link}}.
Because Keese are standard and often commonplace enemies, they can be dispelled with any variety of weaponry from [[sword]]s to [[boomerang]]s, [[arrow]]s to [[bomb]]s. However, it is advised that even though these bats tend to fly close whenever Link is within range, this is not always the case, so ranged weapons must be used to annihilate these foes at a distance before they interfere with Link's projected path, whatever that may be.


In ''Twilight Princess'', whenever Link uses the [[Hidden Skill]] called '''Shield Attack''' on a Keese, it will be forced to the ground, hopping and vulnerable to attack.
{{SS|-}} also features several other variations of {{Plural|SS|Keese}}, including {{Plural|SS|Fire Keese|link}} and two new forms: {{Plural|SS|Thunder Keese|link}} and {{Plural|SS|Dark Keese|link}}. {{Plural|SS|Thunder Keese}} are an electrified variant, whereas {{Plural|SS|Dark Keese}} are a skeletal variant that are able to {{Term|SS|Curse|link}} {{Term|SS|Link|link}}.


==Trivia==
==={{ALBW|-}}===
*In the official Prima Twilight Princess guide, they refer to Keese as "vicious little airborne rodents".{{fact}}
{{Plural|ALBW|Keese}} in {{ALBW}} are closely based on their {{ALttP|-}} incarnation. They sit quietly, taking to the air only when approached. {{Plural|ALBW|Keese}} will generally make for {{Term|ALBW|Link|link}}'s direction as they fly. As before, any conventional weapon is able to dispel or otherwise stun them. If left alone, they will return to their original positions.
*In the Kirby series, there is a monster similar to [[#Fire Keese|Fire Keese]] known as [[wk:batafire|Batafire]].
 
==={{TFH|-}}===
{{Plural|TFH|Keese}} in {{TFH}} behave similarly to their 3D console appearances. They patrol their territory in short, circular paths, yet when they spot one of the {{Plural|TFH|Link|link}}, they will back away before swiftly diving at them to attack. They can be defeated or stunned by any weapons in the {{Plural|TFH|Link}}' possession.
 
{{Plural|TFH|Fire Keese|link|display=Fire}} and {{Plural|TFH|Ice Keese|link}} both appear in {{TFH|-}}. It is possible to use the {{Term|TFH|Gust Jar|link}} to turn them into regular {{Plural|TFH|Keese}}.
 
==={{BotW|-}}===
{{Compendium/Extract|Keese}}
{{Plural|BotW|Keese}} appear in {{BotW}} as bat-like {{Plural|BotW|Enemy|link}} with sharp teeth and a single, glowing eye. They can potentially drop {{Plural|BotW|Keese Eyeball|link}} or {{Plural|BotW|Keese Wing|link}} when defeated. {{Plural|BotW|Keese}} are found during nighttime, and sometimes on the roofs of {{Plural|BotW|Cave|link}}. They will often attack in swarms. {{Term|BotW|Parry|link|display=Parrying}} a {{Term|BotW|Keese}} when it charges at {{Term|BotW|Link}} will instantly kill it.
 
{{Plural|BotW|Electric Keese|link|display=Electric}}, {{Plural|BotW|Fire Keese|link|display=Fire}}, and {{Plural|BotW|Ice Keese|link}} also reappear in {{BotW|-}}. These drop {{Plural|BotW|Fire Keese Wing|link}}, {{Plural|BotW|Ice Keese Wing|link}}, and {{Plural|BotW|Electric Keese Wing|link}}, respectively, as well as {{Plural|BotW|Keese Eyeball}}.
 
When blown away using a {{Term|BotW|Korok Leaf|link}}, {{Plural|BotW|Keese}} will momentarily fall to the ground before they start flying again.
 
====Drops====
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{{BotWDropTable | Keese Wing | 100.0 }}
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==={{TotK|-}}===
{{Stub|TotK}}
 
==Other Appearances==
==={{TLoZ|-}} Game Watch===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
[[File:Bat GW.png|right]]
In {{TLoZGW}}, {{Plural|Series|Keese}} are referred to as '''Bats'''.<ref>{{Cite Manual|quote= Link is attacked by crushing Iron Balls, {{typo|Ferocious|ferocious}} bats, and a fire breathing {{typo|Dragons|Dragon}} |game= TLoZGW|page= }}</ref> They can only be defeated with the {{Term|TLoZGW|Sword|link}}. They appear from the second {{Term|TLoZGW|Dungeon|link}} onward, and only once all of the {{Plural|TLoZGW|Iron Ball|link}} have been defeated. Once all of the Bats in a room are defeated, a {{Term|TLoZGW|Key|link}} appears, which {{Term|TLoZGW|Link|link}} can use to proceed to the next room.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{TFoE|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Stub|TFoE}}
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{TWoG|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Stub|TWoG}}
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{BSTLoZ|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Stub|BSTLoZ}}
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{ZA|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Stub|ZA}}
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{AST|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Stub|AST}}
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{OoA|-}} (Wessel)===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Stub|OoA (Wessel)}}
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{OoS|-}} (Himekawa)===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
A Keese has a major role in the ''Oracle of Seasons'' manga, flying off to warn [[Onox]] of Link's potential after [[Blaino]]'s defeat, while having a [[Crow]] (Named Crowley) plant [[Manhandla]] to handle him. He later reports to Onox after [[Medusa Head]] is defeated and Link's progress through the northern mountains, earning a near death brush from his weapon and a berating to secure the perimeter, instead of reporting to him.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{LCT|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Stub|LCT}}
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
===''Zelda HD Experience''===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
Several {{Plural|Zelda HD Experience|Keese}} fly around the {{Term|Zelda HD Experience|Temple of Time|link}}. They appear largely similar to there design from {{TP}}, and have eyes that glow in the dark. They are not interacted with, merely fluttering around as set decoration for the duration of the video—even during {{Term|Zelda HD Experience|Link|link}}'s battle with {{Term|Zelda HD Experience|Armogohma|link}}.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{NL|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Monita|Keese are bat-like monsters usually found in dark places. They ram you if you get close and then fly out of reach when you finally manage to draw your sword. How rude!}}
 
{{Plural|NL|Keese}} appear in {{NL}}. They appear in later stages within {{Plural|NL|Cave|link}} and dungeons, usually in large swarms on the ceiling. When the player draws near, they drop down and fly directly at them, one by one, and must be defended against or defeated before they strike. After attacking, they will pass by and not strike again. They are also summoned by {{Plural|NL|Wizzrobe|link}} when playing as an Archer, appearing as pairs or in groups of three. They are best shot down with charged shots as they appear.
 
{{Plural|NL|Keese}} also appear as one of the 200 Prizes that can be won using the Coins in the main Plaza. Upon touching the Keese Prize in the Plaza, the {{Plural|NL|Keese}} will become animated temporarily and {{Term|NL|Monita|link}} will comment on it.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{SLW|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Plural|Series|Keese}} appear as enemies in [[The Legend of Zelda Zone|''The Legend of Zelda'' Zone]] from ''{{Wp|Sonic Lost World}}'', using their design from {{SS|-}}. They behave identically to the Batbrain enemies from the main game.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{MK8|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
Keese appear on the [[Hyrule Circuit]] track in the forest section before the finish line. They behave identically to the {{smw|Swoop}}s seen in other courses.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{CoH|-}}===
{{Ambig|Start}}
[[File:CoH Keese Sprite.png|left]]
{{Plural|CoH|Keese}} appear as enemies in {{CoH}} where they move to the beat of the music. They fly on every other beat, holding out their wings for one beat, facing the direction they want to fly in before moving on the second beat.
{{Ambig|End}}
 
==Nomenclature==
{{Nomenclature}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
{{Gallery}}
File:Keese2.png|Artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
 
File:KeeseLoZArt.png|Artwork of a Keese from ''The Legend of Zelda''
==See Also==
File:BSKeese.gif|Keese in ''[[BS The Legend of Zelda]]''
* {{Term|Series|Ache|link}}
File:BSFireKeese.gif|Red Keese in ''BS The Legend of Zelda''
* {{Term|Series|Acheman|link}}
File:Keese_ALttP.gif|A roosting Keese from ''A Link to the Past''
* {{Term|Series|Bad Bat|link}}
File:Keese ALttP.png|A flying Keese from ''A Link to the Past''
* {{Term|Series|Chasupa|link}}
File:keeseoot.png|A Keese from ''Ocarina of Time''
* {{Term|Series|Dark Keese|link}}
File:Keese s.jpg|Keese in ''Majora's Mask''
* {{Term|Series|Electric Keese|link}}
File:MM Keese.png|A Keese from ''Majora's Mask''
* {{Term|Series|Fire Keese|link}}
File:FireKeese s.jpg|Fire Keese in ''Majora's Mask''
* {{Term|Series|Ice Keese|link}}
File:IceKeese s.jpg|Ice Keese in ''Majora's Mask''
* {{Term|Series|Keese Swarm|link}}
File:KeeseOracle.png|A Keese sprite from the ''Oracle'' titles
* {{Term|Series|Shadow Keese|link}}
File:FireKeeseOracle.png|A Fire Keese from the ''Oracle'' series
* {{Term|Series|Vire|link}}
File:Keese FS.png|A standard Keese from ''Four Swords''
 
File:KeeseFSA.png|A Keese in ''Four Swords Adventures''
{{Notes}}
File:Keese MC.gif|Keese in ''The Minish Cap''
{{Ref}}
File:TP Keese.png|Keese from ''Twilight Princess''
 
File:Keese_TP.jpg|Side view of a Keese in ''Twilight Princess''
{{Categories
File:Keese PH.png|Keese from ''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''
|Bat-Like Enemies, Eye Enemies, Flying Enemies, Keese
File:Fire Keese PH.png|Fire Keese from ''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''
|enemies= TLoZ, ALttP, LA, LADX, LANS, OoT, OoT3D, MM, MM3D, OoS, OoA, FS, TWW, TWWHD, FSA, TMC, TP, TPHD, PH, ST, SS, ALBW, TFH, BotW, TotK, TLoZGW, TFoE, TWoG, BSTLoZ, ZA, AST, OoA (Wessel), OoS (Himekawa), LCT, Zelda HD Experience, NL, Sonic Lost World, MK8, MK8D, CoH
File:Ice Keese PH.png|Ice Keese from ''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''
}}
File:LoZLinkBow1988NintendoHasbro.jpg|Link fighting a Keese; [[Merchandise/Action_Figures|action figure]] from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:FireKeeseSS.png|Fire Keese from ''Skyward Sword''
File:CursedKeeseSS.png|Cursed Keese from ''Skyward Sword''
File:ThunderKeeseSS.png|Thunder Keese from ''Skyward Sword''
</gallery>


==References==
[[de:Flederbeißer]]
<references/>
<br>
{{Names
|English= Keese, Fire Keese, Ice Keese, Big Keese
|Japanese= {{Japanese|キース|Kīsu|Keese|3}}, {{Japanese|ファイアキース|Faia Kīsu|Fire Keese|3}}, {{Japanese|アイスキース|Aisu Kīsu|Ice Keese|3}}, {{Japanese|ピッコロ [の子分]|Pikkoro [no Kobun]|Piccolo Follower|3}}{{exp|Link's Awakening}}
|Spanish= Keese, {{exp|Fire Keese|Keese de fuego}}, {{exp|Ice Keese|Keese de hielo}}
|Spanish(LA)=
|Spanish(SP)=
|French= {{exp|Bat|Chauve-souris}}, {{exp|Fire Bat|Chauve-souris de feu}}, {{exp|Ice Bat|Chauve-souris de glace}},<br> {{Exp|Tapper (Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask)|Saigneur}}, {{Exp|Fiery Tapper (Ocarina of Time)|Saigneur ardent}}, {{Exp|Frosted Tapper (Ocarina of Time)|Saigneur givré}}, {{Exp|Fire Tapper (Majora's Mask)|Saigneur de Feu}}
|French(CA)= 
|French(FR)=
|German= Flederbeißer, Feuerflatterer, Polarflatterer
|Italian= {{exp|Bat|Pipistrello}}, {{exp|Igneous Bat|Pipistrello Igneo}}}}
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