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{{Boss
{{Infobox Boss
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|image = [[File:KingBulblin.png|300px]]
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|title = Bulblin King
{{Media
|race = [[Bulblin]]
|Render TP= File:TP King Bulblin Render.png
|gender = Male<ref name="spoke">{{Cite|Link... He... He spoke.|Midna|TP}}</ref>
|Model TP= File:TP King Bulblin Model.png
|game = {{TP}}
|Model TPHD= File:TPHD King Bulblin Model.png
|other = {{SSBB}}<br>{{HW}}<br>{{SSB4|Wii U}}
|dungeon = [[Hyrule Castle]]
|weakness = [[Sword]]<br>[[Bow]]<br>[[Bomb]]s
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'''King Bulblin''' is a recurring boss in {{TP}}, first appearing in [[Ordon Spring]].
|title= Bulblin King
|race= [[Bulblin]]
|gender= Male<ref name="spoke">{{Cite|Link... He... He spoke.|Midna|TP}}</ref>
|game= TP
|other= SSBB, HW, MNPTP, SSB4|Wii U, SSBU
|dungeon= [[Hyrule Castle]]
|weakness= {{List|[[Sword]], [[Bow]], [[Bomb]]s}}
|theme music=
}}
{{Term/Store|King Bulblin||Series, TP, TPHD}} is a recurring boss in {{TP}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 187}}</ref>


==Biography==
==Biography==
{{Midna|King Bulblin & Lord Bullbo (Bridge of Eldin)|Ugh... This doesn't look good for that kid. If that guy rushes you, you won't stand a chance. Do your best to avoid him and slice him as you pass!}}  
==={{TP|-}}===
{{Midna
|context1= First battle
|quote1= <p>Ugh... This doesn't look good for that kid.</p><p>If that guy rushes you, you won't stand a chance.</p><p>Do your best to avoid him and slice him as you pass!</p>
 
|context2= Second battle
|quote2= <p>This guy again... What a pest...</p><p>I'm telling you, it's a waste, no matter how many times you battle him. Teach him a lesson!</p>
 
|context3= Second battle once {{Term|TPHD|Link}} hits {{Term|TPHD|King Bulblin}}'s shields twice
|quote3= <p>What's this guy's problem? Looks like he went and got a nice pair of matching shields!</p><p>What an idiot... He's got his sides protected, but his front is completely open.</p><p>Don't waste time going hand-to-hand with this guy. Use a projectile when the time is right!</p>


King Bulblin is the one who shatters the peaceful life of [[Link]] and many of the Ordonians by invading the [[Ordon Spring]] to clear the way for a [[Twilight]] [[portal]]. King Bulblin kidnaps the children of [[Ordon Village]], but they manage to escape to [[Kakariko Village]]. He later kidnaps [[Colin]] from Kakariko and escapes to the center of the [[Eldin Province]], with Link and [[Epona]] in hot pursuit. Link must chase after him and slash off his armor while King Bulblin's [[Bulblin]] legions chase him on [[Bullbo]]s. After all of his armor is gone, the king retreats to the [[Bridge of Eldin]], where he rides [[Lord Bullbo]] against Link in a joust of sorts. Link must gallop toward him on Epona, move to one side at the last minute, and attack with his sword as they pass each other. After Link launches several successful strikes against him, King Bulblin is flung off the bridge, snapping one of his horns in half.
|context4= Second battle when asked again
|quote4= <p>Take a good look at that guy and you should see a bunch of gaps in his armor. Fire arrows into those spots!</p><p>This guy fights dirty, so there's no reason we can't fight dirty, too!</p>


{{Midna|King Bulblin & Lord Bullbo (Great Bridge of Hylia)|This guy again... What a pest... I'm telling you, it's a waste, no matter how many times you battle him. Teach him a lesson!
|context5= Third battle
----
|quote5= <p>Not this guy again!</p><p>Hmph! Let's teach him that flailing a giant axe around is NEVER a good idea!</p>
:''(After hitting his shields twice)''
}}
What's this guy's problem? Looks like he went and got a nice pair of matching shields! What an idiot... He's got his sides protected, but his front is completely open. Don't waste time going hand-to-hand with this guy. Use a projectile when the time is right!
<!-- Are we missing one for the final battle in Hyrule Castle? -->[[Category:Twilight Princess articles needing attention]]
----
:''(Asked again)''
Take a good look at that guy and you should see a bunch of gaps in his armor. Fire arrows into those spots! This guy fights dirty, so there's no reason we can't fight dirty, too!}}


He is fought again at the [[Great Bridge of Hylia]]. In this encounter, Link must shoot [[Arrow]]s at the weak points in his armor. After Link defeats him, King Bulblin is again thrown over the side of the bridge, snapping his other horn in half; but once again, he survives.  
King Bulblin is the one who shatters the peaceful lives of [[Link]] and many of the Ordonians by invading the [[Ordon Spring]] to clear the way for a {{Term|TPHD|Twilight Portal|link}}. King Bulblin kidnaps the children of [[Ordon Village]], but they manage to escape to [[Kakariko Village]]. He later kidnaps [[Colin]] from Kakariko and escapes to the center of the [[Eldin Province]], with Link and [[Epona]] in hot pursuit. Link must chase after him and slash off his armor while King Bulblin's [[Bulblin]] legions chase him on [[Bullbo]]s. After all of his armor is gone, the king retreats to the [[Bridge of Eldin]], where he rides [[Lord Bullbo]] against Link in a joust of sorts. Link must gallop toward him on Epona, move to one side at the last second, and attack with his sword as they pass each other. After Link launches several successful strikes against him, King Bulblin is flung off the bridge, snapping one of his horns in half.  


{{Midna|King Bulblin (Gerudo Desert)|Not this guy again! Hmph! Let's teach him that flailing a giant axe around is NEVER a good idea!}}
He is fought again at the [[Great Hylian Bridge]]. In this encounter, Link must shoot [[Arrow]]s at the weak points in his armor. After Link defeats him, King Bulblin is again thrown over the side of the bridge, snapping his other horn in half; but once again, he survives.


Before Link is able to enter the [[Arbiter's Grounds (Twilight Princess)|Arbiter's Grounds]], he engages in a duel on foot with King Bulblin in the Bulblins' base camp. He wields an enormous axe, using it to both guard himself and attack Link. Upon his defeat, he sets his tent on fire, but Link manages to escape the flames on a Bullbo.
Before Link is able to enter the [[Arbiter's Grounds (Dungeon)|Arbiter's Grounds]], he engages in a duel on foot with King Bulblin in the Bulblins' base camp. He wields an enormous axe, using it to both guard himself and attack Link. Upon his defeat, he sets his tent on fire, but Link manages to escape the flames on a Bullbo.


Link fights King Bulblin one last time in the courtyard of [[Hyrule Castle]]. His only lines of dialogue are during this encounter. Before the fight, he announces "I have come to play!" and after his defeat, he concedes to Link.<ref>{{Cite|Enough. I follow the strongest side! …that is all I have ever known.|King Bulblin|TP}}</ref> [[Midna]] is subsequently surprised that King Bulblin is actually capable of speech.<ref name="spoke"/>
Link fights King Bulblin one last time in the courtyard of [[Hyrule Castle]]. His only lines of dialogue are during this encounter. Before the fight, he announces "I have come to play!" and after his defeat, he concedes to Link. He gives him a key and says that he always follows the strongest side, then gallops away riding [[Lord Bullbo]].<ref>{{Cite|Enough. I follow the strongest side! …that is all I have ever known.|King Bulblin|TP}}</ref> [[Midna]] is subsequently surprised that King Bulblin is actually capable of speech.<ref name="spoke"/>


In the end credits, he is seen riding around [[Hyrule Field]] on Lord Bullbo; both horns have grown back, which may symbolize the Bulblins being at peace with the other Hyruleans.
In the end credits, he is seen riding around [[Hyrule Field]] on Lord Bullbo; both of his horns have grown back, which may symbolize the Bulblins being at peace with the other Hyruleans.


==Other Appearances==
==Other Appearances==
==={{SSBB|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Noncanon|Start}}
===''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''===
{{smashwiki}}
{{smashwiki}}
King Bulblin makes an appearance in {{SSBB}} on the [[Bridge of Eldin]] stage as an enemy. He occasionally rides across the stage on Lord Bulbo and plants a Bomb on the middle of the Bridge, destroying that section of the Bridge and effectively dividing the battlefield in half. The part of the stage he destroys is eventually repaired by a Twilight portal. King Bulblin also appears as a [[Trophies in Super Smash Bros. Brawl|Trophy]] and [[Sticker]].
King Bulblin makes an appearance in {{SSBB}} on the [[Bridge of Eldin]] Stage as a Stage hazard. He occasionally rides across the stage on Lord Bullbo and plants a Bomb on the middle of the Bridge, destroying that section of the Bridge and effectively dividing the battlefield in half. The part of the stage he destroys is eventually repaired by a Twilight portal. King Bulblin also appears as a [[Trophies in Super Smash Bros. Brawl|Trophy]] and [[Sticker]].
{{SSBTrophy|SSBB|header=yes}}
{{SSBTrophy|SSBB|header=yes}}
{{#section:Trophies in Super Smash Bros. Brawl|King Bulblin}}
{{#section:Trophies in Super Smash Bros. Brawl|King Bulblin}}
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{{#section:Sticker|King Bulblin}}
{{#section:Sticker|King Bulblin}}
|}
|}
{{Noncanon|End}}


===''Hyrule Warriors''===
==={{HW|-}}===
{{sectstub|HW}}
{{Noncanon|Start}}
In {{HW}}, Bulblin Captains resemble King Bulblin. In the ''Twilight Princess'' DLC Pack, King Bulblin himself appears as an enemy in the [[Twilight Map]] in [[Adventure Mode]]. Although identical in looks to the Bulblin Captains, King Bulblin is much larger in size, speaks during battle, is more resilient to damage, and is much stronger. He appears in a powered-up state which increases his strength and endurance significantly. He can be weakened by defeating his lackeys, however if his health is depleted to two-thirds while he is still powered-up, he will acknowledge the Warrior's strength and join their army.
{{Stub|HW}}
Bulblin Captains resemble King Bulblin in {{HW}}. King Bulblin himself appears as an enemy in the [[Twilight Map]] in [[Adventure Mode]]. Although identical in looks to the Bulblin Captains, King Bulblin is much larger in size, speaks during battle, is more resilient to damage, and is much stronger. He appears in a powered-up state which increases his strength and endurance significantly. He can be weakened by defeating his lackeys. However, if his health is depleted to two-thirds while he is still powered-up, he will acknowledge the Warrior's strength and join their army.
{{Noncanon|End}}


===''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''===
==={{MNPTP|-}}===
In {{SSB4|Wii U}}, King Bulblin reprises his role on the Bridge of Eldin stage.
{{Noncanon|Start}}
[[File:MNPTP King Bulblin Sprite.png|left|50px]]
The forty-fourth puzzle in the ''Picross'' series and the forty-third puzzle in the ''Mega Picross'' series depict {{Term|MNPTP|King Bulblin}}.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{SSB4|Wii U|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
King Bulblin reprises his role on the Bridge of Eldin Stage in {{SSB4|Wii U}}.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{SSBU|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Spirit Battle
|name= King Bulblin & Lord Bullbo
|spirit type= Primary
|fighters= {{Stock|SSBU|Wario|5}}
|team type= Attack
|team power= 2000
|rank= Novice
|stage= Eldin Bridge
|stage type=
|theme= {{Remix|Original|Main Theme - The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|SSBU}}
|rules=
|hazards=
|conditions= {{·}} The enemy favors dash attacks}}
In {{SSBU}}, King Bulblin reprises his role as a Stage hazard on the [[Bridge of Eldin]] Stage. He also appears as a [[Spirit]] with his steed, [[Lord Bullbo]] and has no ability.
{{Noncanon|End}}
{{Noncanon|End}}


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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:King Bulblin 2.png|King Bulblin holding his fist in the air
File:King Bulblin 2.png|King Bulblin holding his fist in the air from {{TP|-}}
File:kingbeh.jpg|Link fighting King Bulblin in Eldin Province
File:kingbeh.jpg|Link fighting King Bulblin in Eldin Province from {{TP|-}}
File:kingblh.jpg|Link shooting King Bulblin at the Great Bridge of Hylia
File:kingblh.jpg|Link shooting King Bulblin at the Great Hylian Bridge from {{TP|-}}
File:kingbag.jpg|Link fighting King Bulblin in the Gerudo Desert
File:kingbag.jpg|Link fighting King Bulblin in the Gerudo Desert from {{TP|-}}
File:kingbhc.jpg|Link fighting King Bulblin at Hyrule Castle
File:kingbhc.jpg|Link fighting King Bulblin at Hyrule Castle from {{TP|-}}
File:King Bulblin Axe.png|The axe wielded by King Bulblin
File:King Bulblin Axe.png|The axe wielded by King Bulblin from {{TP|-}}
File:Zelda 2005 King Bulbo.jpg|King Bulblin concept art from ''Hyrule Historia''
File:TP King Bulblin Concept Art 1.jpg|King Bulblin concept art from {{HH|-}}
File:TPKingBulbinConcept1.jpg|King Bulblin concept art from ''Hyrule Historia''
File:TP King Bulblin Concept Art 2.jpg|King Bulblin concept art from {{HH|-}}
File:TPKingBulbinConcept2.jpg|King Bulblin concept art from ''Hyrule Historia''
File:TP King Bulblin Concept Art 3.jpg|King Bulblin concept art from {{HH|-}}
File:HW King Bulblin Portrait.png|King Bulblin's portrait from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE Bulblin Captain Icon.png|King Bulblin's portrait from {{HW|-}}
File:HW King Bulblin Portrait 2.png|King Bulblin's portrait from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE King Bulblin Portrait 2.png|King Bulblin's portrait from {{HW|-}}
File:HW King Bulblin Portrait 3.png|King Bulblin's portrait from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE King Bulblin Portrait 3.png|King Bulblin's portrait from {{HW|-}}
File:HWL VS Bulblin Captain Icon.png|VS Bulblin Captain icon from ''Hyrule Warriors''
File:HWDE Bulblin Captain Mini Map Icon.png|VS Bulblin Captain icon from {{HW|-}}
</gallery>
</gallery>


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Revision as of 03:52, 30 May 2023

King Bulblin is a recurring boss in Twilight Princess.[2]

Biography

Twilight Princess

Midna's Commentshide ▲
First battle
Midna says:

Ugh... This doesn't look good for that kid.

If that guy rushes you, you won't stand a chance.

Do your best to avoid him and slice him as you pass!

show more...
Second battle

This guy again... What a pest...

I'm telling you, it's a waste, no matter how many times you battle him. Teach him a lesson!

Second battle once Link hits King Bulblin's shields twice

What's this guy's problem? Looks like he went and got a nice pair of matching shields!

What an idiot... He's got his sides protected, but his front is completely open.

Don't waste time going hand-to-hand with this guy. Use a projectile when the time is right!

Second battle when asked again

Take a good look at that guy and you should see a bunch of gaps in his armor. Fire arrows into those spots!

This guy fights dirty, so there's no reason we can't fight dirty, too!

Third battle

Not this guy again!

Hmph! Let's teach him that flailing a giant axe around is NEVER a good idea!

King Bulblin is the one who shatters the peaceful lives of Link and many of the Ordonians by invading the Ordon Spring to clear the way for a Twilight Portal. King Bulblin kidnaps the children of Ordon Village, but they manage to escape to Kakariko Village. He later kidnaps Colin from Kakariko and escapes to the center of the Eldin Province, with Link and Epona in hot pursuit. Link must chase after him and slash off his armor while King Bulblin's Bulblin legions chase him on Bullbos. After all of his armor is gone, the king retreats to the Bridge of Eldin, where he rides Lord Bullbo against Link in a joust of sorts. Link must gallop toward him on Epona, move to one side at the last second, and attack with his sword as they pass each other. After Link launches several successful strikes against him, King Bulblin is flung off the bridge, snapping one of his horns in half.

He is fought again at the Great Hylian Bridge. In this encounter, Link must shoot Arrows at the weak points in his armor. After Link defeats him, King Bulblin is again thrown over the side of the bridge, snapping his other horn in half; but once again, he survives.

Before Link is able to enter the Arbiter's Grounds, he engages in a duel on foot with King Bulblin in the Bulblins' base camp. He wields an enormous axe, using it to both guard himself and attack Link. Upon his defeat, he sets his tent on fire, but Link manages to escape the flames on a Bullbo.

Link fights King Bulblin one last time in the courtyard of Hyrule Castle. His only lines of dialogue are during this encounter. Before the fight, he announces "I have come to play!" and after his defeat, he concedes to Link. He gives him a key and says that he always follows the strongest side, then gallops away riding Lord Bullbo.[3] Midna is subsequently surprised that King Bulblin is actually capable of speech.[1]

In the end credits, he is seen riding around Hyrule Field on Lord Bullbo; both of his horns have grown back, which may symbolize the Bulblins being at peace with the other Hyruleans.

Other Appearances

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Non-Canon Information
See SmashWiki's article on King Bulblin for more information.

King Bulblin makes an appearance in Super Smash Bros. Brawl on the Bridge of Eldin Stage as a Stage hazard. He occasionally rides across the stage on Lord Bullbo and plants a Bomb on the middle of the Bridge, destroying that section of the Bridge and effectively dividing the battlefield in half. The part of the stage he destroys is eventually repaired by a Twilight portal. King Bulblin also appears as a Trophy and Sticker.

# Trophy Significant Games Description How to unlock
200 SSBB King Bulblin Trophy Model.png
King Bulblin 		Twilight Princess King Bulblin is the boss of the creatures who kidnapped Ilia, Colin, and the rest of Ordon Village's children. Characterized by his appearance atop a boarlike beast named Lord Bullbo, he encounters Link time and time again. When he loses in his final battle, he pays subtle respect to Link when he says, "I follow the strongest side!" Random
Sticker Artwork from Effect in The Subspace Emissary Usable by
SSBB King Bulblin & Lord Bullbo Sticker Icon.png
King Bulblin & Lord Bullbo 		Twilight Princess [Leg] - Attack +19 All

Hyrule Warriors

Non-Canon Information
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Bulblin Captains resemble King Bulblin in Hyrule Warriors. King Bulblin himself appears as an enemy in the Twilight Map in Adventure Mode. Although identical in looks to the Bulblin Captains, King Bulblin is much larger in size, speaks during battle, is more resilient to damage, and is much stronger. He appears in a powered-up state which increases his strength and endurance significantly. He can be weakened by defeating his lackeys. However, if his health is depleted to two-thirds while he is still powered-up, he will acknowledge the Warrior's strength and join their army.

My Nintendo Picross: Twilight Princess

Non-Canon Information
MNPTP King Bulblin Sprite.png

The forty-fourth puzzle in the Picross series and the forty-third puzzle in the Mega Picross series depict King Bulblin.

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U

Non-Canon Information

King Bulblin reprises his role on the Bridge of Eldin Stage in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Non-Canon Information
King Bulblin & Lord Bullbo — Spirit Battle Information
SSBU King Bulblin & Lord Bullbo Spirit Icon.png
King Bulblin & Lord Bullbo
SSBU Primary Spirit Icon.png Primary Spirit
No. 226 		Team Power SSBU Attack Type Icon.png Attack | 2000 Rank ★ NOVICE Fighter(s)
Stage Eldin Bridge Theme "Main Theme - The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess" SSBU Wario Stock Icon 5.png Wario
Rule(s) — Hazard(s) —
Condition(s)
 • The enemy favors dash attacks

In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, King Bulblin reprises his role as a Stage hazard on the Bridge of Eldin Stage. He also appears as a Spirit with his steed, Lord Bullbo and has no ability.

Nomenclature

TMC Forest Minish Artwork.png Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite.png
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese キングブルブリン (Kingu Buruburin) Same as English.
France FrenchEU Roi Bulblin Same as English.
Germany German König Bulblin Same as English.
Italy Italian Re Bulblin Same as English.
Spain SpanishEU Rey Bulblin Same as English.

Gallery

  • King Bulblin holding his fist in the air from Twilight Princess

    King Bulblin holding his fist in the air from Twilight Princess

  • Link fighting King Bulblin in Eldin Province from Twilight Princess

    Link fighting King Bulblin in Eldin Province from Twilight Princess

  • Link shooting King Bulblin at the Great Hylian Bridge from Twilight Princess

    Link shooting King Bulblin at the Great Hylian Bridge from Twilight Princess

  • Link fighting King Bulblin in the Gerudo Desert from Twilight Princess

    Link fighting King Bulblin in the Gerudo Desert from Twilight Princess

  • Link fighting King Bulblin at Hyrule Castle from Twilight Princess

    Link fighting King Bulblin at Hyrule Castle from Twilight Princess

  • The axe wielded by King Bulblin from Twilight Princess

    The axe wielded by King Bulblin from Twilight Princess

  • King Bulblin concept art from Hyrule Historia

    King Bulblin concept art from Hyrule Historia

  • King Bulblin concept art from Hyrule Historia

    King Bulblin concept art from Hyrule Historia

  • King Bulblin concept art from Hyrule Historia

    King Bulblin concept art from Hyrule Historia

  • King Bulblin's portrait from Hyrule Warriors

    King Bulblin's portrait from Hyrule Warriors

  • King Bulblin's portrait from Hyrule Warriors

    King Bulblin's portrait from Hyrule Warriors

  • King Bulblin's portrait from Hyrule Warriors

    King Bulblin's portrait from Hyrule Warriors

  • VS Bulblin Captain icon from Hyrule Warriors

    VS Bulblin Captain icon from Hyrule Warriors

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Link... He... He spoke." — Midna (Twilight Princess)
  2. ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 187
  3. ↑ "Enough. I follow the strongest side! …that is all I have ever known." — King Bulblin (Twilight Princess)
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