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:''Not to be confused with {{Term|Series|Frostare|link}}.''
{{Infobox Boss
{{Infobox Boss
|image = File:ALttP Kholdstare Sprite.png
|image= File:ALttP Kholdstare Sprite.png
|title =  
|caption=
|game = ALttP
|pronunciation=
|dungeon = [[Ice Palace]]
|title=
|weakness = {{List|[[Fire Rod]], [[Bombos]], [[Sword]]}}
|alias=
|other= ALttP (Ishinomori)
|race=
|gender=  
|game= ALttP
|other= ALttP (Ishinomori), AST
|dungeon= {{Term|ALttP|Ice Palace|link}}
|habitat=
|health=
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{{List|
{{Term|ALttP|Fire Rod|link}},
{{Term|ALttP|Bombos|link}},
{{Term|ALttP|Sword|link}}
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{{Term/Store|Kholdstare||Series, ALttP}} is the {{Term|ALttP|Boss|link}} of the [[Ice Palace]], the fifth dungeon of the [[Dark World]] in {{ALttP}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 187}}</ref>
|reward=
{{clear|left}}
{{List|
{{Term|ALttP|Crystal|link}},
{{Term|ALttP|Heart Container|link}}
}}
|exp=
|theme=
|voiceactor=
|strategy=
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{{Term/Store|Kholdstare||Series, ALttP}},{{Exp Game|ALttP}}<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 187 {{Exp Game|ALttP}}}}</ref> also known as {{Term/Store|Kholdstone||Series, ALttP (Ishinomori)}},{{Exp Game|ALttP (Ishinomori)}}<ref name="Kholdstone">{{Cite Book|quote= This map you speak of is Kholdstone's greatest treasure! I will '''never''' let you gaze upon it! Arise, Stalfos! Destroy him!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page= 6}}</ref> is a recurring {{Term|Series|Boss|link}} and character in {{TLoZ|Series}}.{{Name Ref|AST}}


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
Link must use caution while battling the creature, due to the low friction of the floor. The young hero can use either the [[Fire Rod]] or the [[Bombos Medallion]] to break its ice shield. The latter is faster, as it destroys the ice shield in only one hit. Once the shield melts, Kholdstare splits into three identical parts that can be hit with the Fire Rod or the Sword. Occasionally, ice chunks will fall down from the ceiling, breaking up into multiple pieces and dropping magic power when the Magic Bar is empty. They can damage Link if they hit him. Upon defeating Kholdstare, Link receives another [[Heart Container]] and the [[Crystal]] containing the fifth imprisoned [[Maiden]].
==={{ALttP|-}}===
{{Term|ALttP|Kholdstare}} is the {{Term|ALttP|Boss|link}} of the {{Term|ALttP|Ice Palace|link}} in the {{Term|ALttP|Dark World|link}}. Resembling a cyclopean cloud, {{Term|ALttP|Kholdstare}} hails blocks of {{Term|ALttP|Ice|link}} from the {{Term|ALttP|Ice Palace|display=Palace}}'s ceiling down at {{Term|ALttP|Link|link}} that sometimes shatter into {{Plural|ALttP|Magical Decanter|link}} when {{Term|ALttP|Link}}'s {{Term|ALttP|Magic Gauge|link}} is empty.<ref name="E 187">{{Cite Book|quote= The boss of the Ice Palace in {{ALttP|-}} resembles a cloud with a single eye. Initially, it is wrapped in ice to protect itself and Link must use fire to melt the barrier. After the ice is melted, it will split into three and attack.|book= E |publisher= |page= 187}}</ref> He must use caution while battling the creature, due to the low friction of the {{Term|ALttP|Ice|display=Icy}} floor. The young hero can use either the {{Term|ALttP|Fire Rod|link}} or the {{Term|ALttP|Bombos Medallion|link}} to break its {{Term|ALttP|Ice}} shield. The latter is faster, as it destroys the {{Term|ALttP|Ice}} shield in only one hit. Once the shield melts, {{Term|ALttP|Kholdstare}} splits into three identical parts that can be hit with the {{Term|ALttP|Fire Rod}} or the {{Term|ALttP|Sword|link}}.<ref name="E 187"/> Upon defeating {{Term|ALttP|Kholdstare}}, {{Term|ALttP|Link}} receives another {{Term|ALttP|Heart Container|link}} and the {{Term|ALttP|Crystal|link}} containing the fifth imprisoned {{Term|ALttP|Maiden|link}}.
 
==Other Appearances==
==={{ALttP|-}} (Ishinomori)===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
[[File:Kholdstone.png|thumb|right|{{Term|ALttP|Link}} approaches {{Term|ALttP|Kholdstone}}]]
{{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Kholdstone}} appears in Chapter 10 of the {{ALttP|Ishinomori}}. During {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Link}}'s search for a {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Map|link}} of the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Dark World|link}}, the young hero travels to the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Ice Tower|link}}, where he is confronted by {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Kholdstone}}. {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Link}} states that all he wants is to see the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Map}} of the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Dark World}},<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I don't want any '''trouble'''! I just want to see the map of the Dark World!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=5}}</ref> but {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Kholdstone}} tells him that the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Map}} is its greatest treasure and it will not let anyone see it.<ref name="Kholdstone"/> The monster unleashes two {{Plural|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Stalfos|link}} to attack {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Link}}, but when the young hero sees that they keep respawning even after defeating them, he begins to focus his power on the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Master Sword|link}},<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It's impossible to keep them down! Aaaargh!! I've had enough!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=7}}</ref> which causes the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Ice Tower|display=Tower}} to begin to collapse. {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Kholdstone}} warns {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Link}} that if he destroys the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Ice Tower|display=Tower}}, then he will destroy the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Map}} as well, making {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Link}} realize that the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Map}} is etched on the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Ice Tower|display=Tower}}'s floor.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=You've got quite a temper... If you bring the place down, you will destroy the map also! [...] Look '''down''', fool!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Ah...the floor is the map?! Now...where's Turtle Rock?!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref> However, the {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Ice Tower}} collapses shortly after, presumably killing {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Kholdstone}}.
{{Noncanon|End}}


==Non-canon Appearances==
==={{AST|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Noncanon|Start}}
==={{ALttP|-}} (Ishinomori)===
{{Stub|AST}}
[[File:Kholdstone.png|thumb|right|Link approaches Kholdstone]]
Kholdstare appears in Chapter 10 of the {{ALttP|Ishinomori}}, although under the name of '''Kholdstone'''. During Link's search for a map of the [[Dark World]], the young hero travels to the [[Ice Palace|Ice Tower]], where he is confronted by Kholdstone. Link states that all he wants is to see the map of the Dark World,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I don't want any '''trouble'''! I just want to see the map of the Dark World!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=5}}</ref> but Kholdstone tells him that the map is its greatest treasure and it will not let anyone see it.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=This map you speak of is Kholdstone's greatest treasure! I will '''never''' let you gaze upon it! Arise, Stalfos! Destroy him!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=6}}</ref> The monster unleashes two [[Stalfos]] to attack Link, but when the young hero sees that they keep respawning even after defeating them, he begins to focus his power on the [[Master Sword]],<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It's impossible to keep them down! Aaaargh!! I've had enough!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=7}}</ref> which causes the tower to begin to collapse. Kholdstone warns Link that if he destroys the tower, then he will destroy the map as well, making Link realize that the map is etched on the tower's floor.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=You've got quite a temper... If you bring the place down, you will destroy the map also! [...] Look '''down''', fool!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Ah...the floor is the map?! Now...where's Turtle Rock?!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref> However, the tower collapses shortly after, presumably killing Kholdstone.
{{Noncanon|End}}
{{Noncanon|End}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In the SNES version of {{ALttP|-}}, Kholdstare's ice shell was supposed to melt after it was defeated by a fire-based weapon, rather than simply disappearing. However, this did not occur in the game due to a bug. This glitch is no longer present in the GBA version of the game.<ref>{{Cite Web|published=November 27, 2012|retrieved=January 16, 2014|url=http://tcrf.net/The_Legend_of_Zelda:_A_Link_to_the_Past_(SNES)#Kholdstare.27s_Shell_.22Melting.22|title=The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (SNES)|site=The Cutting Room Floor}}</ref>
*In the SNES version of {{ALttP|-}}, {{Term|ALttP|Kholdstare}}'s {{Term|ALttP|Ice}} shell was supposed to melt after it was defeated by a {{Term|ALttP|Fire|link}}-based {{Term|ALttP|Weapon|link}}, rather than simply disappearing. However, this did not occur in the game due to a bug. This glitch is no longer present in {{ALttP&FS}}.<ref>{{Cite Web|published=November 27, 2012|retrieved=January 16, 2014|url=http://tcrf.net/The_Legend_of_Zelda:_A_Link_to_the_Past_(SNES)#Kholdstare.27s_Shell_.22Melting.22|title=The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (SNES)|site=The Cutting Room Floor}}</ref>
*[[Frostare]] and [[Dharkstare]] from {{FSA}} and {{ALBW}}, respectively, bear a strong resemblance to Kholdstare (in its original frozen form), both in name and appearance.
*{{Term|FSA|Frostare|link}} and {{Term|ALBW|Dharkstare|link}} from {{FSA}} and {{ALBW}}, respectively, bear a strong resemblance to {{Term|Series|Kholdstare}} (in its original frozen form), both in name and appearance.


==Nomenclature==
==Nomenclature==
Kholdstare is a portmanteau of ''cold'' and ''stare''.
{{Term|Series|Kholdstare}} is a portmanteau of ''cold'' and ''stare''.
{{Nomenclature}}
{{Nomenclature}}
==See Also==
* {{Term|Series|Dharkstare|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Frostare|link}}


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Revision as of 02:37, 23 July 2023

Kholdstare,(ALttP)[1] also known as Kholdstone,(ALttP (Ishinomori))[2] is a recurring Boss and character in The Legend of Zelda series.[name references needed]

Characteristics

A Link to the Past

Kholdstare is the Boss of the Ice Palace in the Dark World. Resembling a cyclopean cloud, Kholdstare hails blocks of Ice from the Palace's ceiling down at Link that sometimes shatter into Magical Decanters when Link's Magic Meter is empty.[3] He must use caution while battling the creature, due to the low friction of the Icy floor. The young hero can use either the Fire Rod or the Bombos Medallion to break its Ice shield. The latter is faster, as it destroys the Ice shield in only one hit. Once the shield melts, Kholdstare splits into three identical parts that can be hit with the Fire Rod or the Fighter's Sword.[3] Upon defeating Kholdstare, Link receives another Heart Container and the Crystal containing the fifth imprisoned Maiden.

Other Appearances

A Link to the Past (Ishinomori)

Non-Canon Information
Link approaches Kholdstare

Kholdstone appears in Chapter 10 of the A Link to the Past comic by Shotaro Ishinomori. During Link's search for a Map of the Dark World, the young hero travels to the Ice Tower, where he is confronted by Kholdstone. Link states that all he wants is to see the Map of the Dark World,[4] but Kholdstone tells him that the Map is its greatest treasure and it will not let anyone see it.[2] The monster unleashes two Stalfos to attack Link, but when the young hero sees that they keep respawning even after defeating them, he begins to focus his power on the Master Sword,[5] which causes the Tower to begin to collapse. Kholdstone warns Link that if he destroys the Tower, then he will destroy the Map as well, making Link realize that the Map is etched on the Tower's floor.[6][7] However, the Ice Tower collapses shortly after, presumably killing Kholdstone.

Ancient Stone Tablets

Non-Canon Information
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Trivia

Nomenclature

Kholdstone is a portmanteau of cold and stare.

ZW Nomenclature Asset.png Names in Other Regions ZW Nomenclature Asset 2.png
LanguageNamesMeanings
Japan
Japanese
シュアイズ (Shuaizu)[10] 
The Italian Republic
Italian
Augenfrost[9]Portmanteau of auge ("high and mighty") and "frost"
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See Also

References

  1. ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 187 (ALttP)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "This map you speak of is Kholdstone's greatest treasure! I will never let you gaze upon it! Arise, Stalfos! Destroy him!" (A Link to the Past manga, VIZ Media, pg. 6)
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "The boss of the Ice Palace in A Link to the Past resembles a cloud with a single eye. Initially, it is wrapped in ice to protect itself and Link must use fire to melt the barrier. After the ice is melted, it will split into three and attack." (Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 187)
  4. ↑ "I don't want any trouble! I just want to see the map of the Dark World!" (A Link to the Past manga, VIZ Media, pg. 5)
  5. ↑ "It's impossible to keep them down! Aaaargh!! I've had enough!" (A Link to the Past manga, VIZ Media, pg. 7)
  6. ↑ "You've got quite a temper... If you bring the place down, you will destroy the map also! [...] Look down, fool!" (A Link to the Past manga, VIZ Media, pg. 8)
  7. ↑ "Ah...the floor is the map?! Now...where's Turtle Rock?!" (A Link to the Past manga, VIZ Media, pg. 8)
  8. ↑ The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (SNES) , The Cutting Room Floor, published November 27, 2012, retrieved January 16, 2014.
  9. ↑ "Augenfrost" — Credits (A Link to the Past, Italian localization)
  10. ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Vol. 2, Shogakukan, pg. 148
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