Mirror Shield: Difference between revisions

{{Infobox Item

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|Artwork ALttP= File:ALttP Mirror Shield Artwork.png

|Artwork LA= File:LA Mirror Shield Artwork.png

|Artwork MM3D= File:MM3D Mirror Shield Artwork.png

|Model OoT= File:OoT Mirror Shield Model.png

|Model OoT3D= File:OoT3D Mirror Shield Model.png

|Model MM= File:MM Mirror Shield Model.png

|Model MM3D= File:MM3D Mirror Shield Model.png

|Sprite ALttP= File:ALttP Mirror Shield Sprite.png

|Sprite LA= File:LA Mirror Shield Sprite.png

|Sprite OoT= File:OoT Mirror Shield Icon.png

|Sprite MM= File:MM Mirror Shield Icon.png

|Sprite OoS= File:OoS Mirror Shield Sprite.png

|Sprite OoA= File:OoA Mirror Shield Sprite.png

|Sprite TWW= File:TWW Mirror Shield Icon.png

|Sprite TWWHD= File:TWWHD Mirror Shield Icon.png

|Sprite TMC= File:TMC Mirror Shield Sprite.png

The {{Term/Store|Mirror Shield|Mirror Shields|Series, ALttP, LA, LADX, OoS, OoA, OoT, OoT3D, MM, MM3D, TWW, TWWHD, TMC, CoH}} is a recurring [[Shield]] in {{TLoZ|Series}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 131{{Exp Game|ALttP, LA, OoS, OoA, OoT, MM, TWW, TMC}}}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|{{Color|CoH Yellow|Mirror Shield}} {{Icon|CoH Link}}{{Icon|CoH Cadence}}<br/>Blocks damage when you hold it up, at the cost of stamina. Can reflect most projectiles.|Inventory|CoH}}</ref>{{Name Ref|TotK, AST, HWDE}} It is a powerful {{Term|Series|Shield|link}} that allows {{Term|Series|Link|link}} to reflect [[Light Beam]]s or [[Magic]] from one place to another.

==Location and Uses==

==={{ALttP|-}}===

In {{ALttP}}, the {{Term|ALttP|Mirror Shield}} is the strongest {{Term|ALttP|Shield}} that {{Term|ALttP|Link|link}} can obtain and is found in {{Term|ALttP|Turtle Rock|link}}. It is better than the previous two shields, known for its ability to stop beams, such as those fired by {{Plural|ALttP|Laser Eye|link}}, and attacks from enemies such as {{Plural|ALttP|Lynel|link}}, and it can even reflect {{Term|ALttP|Wizzrobe|link}} projectiles. However, it cannot stop the beams of a {{Term|ALttP|Beamos|link}}. It is very large, with only half of {{Term|ALttP|Link}}'s body being visible behind it during gameplay. It cannot be stolen by {{Plural|ALttP|Pikit|link}}, but in {{ALttP&FS}}, it can be still eaten by {{Term|ALttP|Like Like|link}}. Because of this, a shop in the {{Term|ALttP|Dark World|link}} will sell a replacement {{Term|ALttP|Mirror Shield}} if {{Term|ALttP|Link}} loses it in this version of the game.

==={{LA|-}}===

In {{LA}}, the {{Term|LANS|Mirror Shield}} is found in {{Term|LANS|Eagle's Tower|link}}.<ref name="LA Location"/> Because the {{Term|LANS|Shield}} can protect its user from {{Term|LANS|Fire|link}}, {{Term|LANS|Wind|link}} and lasers from {{Plural|LANS|Beamos|link}},<ref>{{Cite|You've got the Mirror Shield! You can now turn back the beams you couldn't block before!|N/A|LADX}}</ref><ref name="LA Location"/> it is essential for getting to the last {{Term|LANS|Dungeon|link}}, {{Term|LANS|Turtle Rock|link}}, as it is used to pass through {{Plural|LANS|Fire|link}}.<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= LA|publisher= Nintendo|page= 77}}</ref> The {{Term|LANS|Mirror Shield}} is also unable to be eaten by {{Plural|LANS|Like Like}}.{{Fact|LANS}}

==={{OoT|-}}===

In {{OoT}}, the Mirror Shield is the final shield that Link acquires in his adventure. It is found in the [[Spirit Temple]] on a ledge that can only be reached after defeating an [[Iron Knuckle (Boss)|Iron Knuckle]] on the Adult Link portion of the temple. Unlike the [[Hylian Shield]], the Mirror Shield has a polished surface, allowing it to reflect light. This allows Link to solve the light puzzles in the Dungeon. Otherwise, the Mirror Shield acts the same except for the fact that it also destroys the projectiles spat at Link by [[Octorok]]s, [[Deku Scrub]]s, and [[Business Scrub]]s, instead of reflecting them. It can somewhat reflect one of [[Ganondorf]]'s light magic attacks.

The Mirror Shield also plays an important part in defeating [[Twinrova]], the boss of the Spirit Temple. When [[Koume]] and [[Kotake]] are separate, the Mirror Shield can be used to reflect - and in turn, direct to the other sister - the fire or ice beam that a sister will fire at Link to cause damage. When in their combined form, the Mirror Shield can absorb Twinrova's energies, and after three of the same type of energy is absorbed, a beam of that element is fired that can stun Twinrova temporarily for a quick few slashes.

The original version of the Mirror Shield resembled the real-world {{Wp|star and crescent}} symbol, but this was changed in later releases and remakes to the [[Crest of the Gerudo]] because of Nintendo's policy of avoiding real-world religious imagery.

File:Mirrorshield new.jpg|Nintendo GameCube version

File:Mirrorshield old.jpg|Nintendo 64 original version

==={{MM|-}}===

In {{MM}}, the Mirror Shield appears depicted as a decagonal shield with a picture of an unhappy or screaming face upon it. It is found in a {{Term|MM3D|Treasure Chest|link}} from [[Beneath the Well]] after {{Term|MM3D|Link|link}} bargains his way past several [[Gibdo]]s. Once obtained, it permanently replaces the [[Hero's Shield]]. It can reflect {{Term|MM3D|Sunlight|link}}, and is vital for progressing through the [[Ancient Castle of Ikana|Ikana Castle]] and solving the few {{Term|MM3D|Light|link}}-based puzzles in the [[Stone Tower Temple]]. {{Term|MM3D|Sunlight}} directed from the Mirror Shield also has the ability to instantly defeat [[:Category:Undead|undead]] enemies, such as [[Floormaster]]s and [[ReDead]]s. It destroys the projectiles spat at {{Term|MM3D|Link}} by {{Plural|MM3D|Octorok|link}} and {{Plural|MM3D|Deku Scrub|link}}, instead of reflecting them.

 

 

In {{OoS}}, the {{Term|OoS|Mirror Shield}} appears as third and final {{Term|OoS|Wooden Shield|link}} upgrade. The {{Term|OoS|Mirror Shield}} can only be obtained in a {{Term|OoS|Linked Game|link}}, via upgrading the {{Term|OoS|Wooden Shield}} into the {{Term|OoS|Iron Shield|link}}, and the {{Term|OoS|Iron Shield}} into the {{Term|OoS|Mirror Shield}} through both gameplay and use of a password. These upgrades can be performed in either order. As in {{OoT|-}}, the {{Term|OoS|Mirror Shield}} can block {{Term|OoS|Twinrova|link}}'s energy attacks, although it cannot reflect them, nor can it reflect anything else the other {{Plural|OoS|Shield}} cannot.{{Verify|OoS}} It is simply able to block things that the {{Term|OoS|Iron Shield|link}} cannot.

 

Like the other {{Plural|OoS|Shield}}, the {{Term|OoS|Mirror Shield}} can be eaten by {{Plural|OoS|Like Like|link}}. The {{Term|OoS|Mirror Shield}} can be regained by purchasing one at any {{Term|OoS|Shop|link}} for 80 {{Plural|OoS|Rupee|link}}, as it appears in shops after upgrading the {{Term|OoS|Iron Shield}}.

 

In {{OoA}}, the {{Term|OoA|Mirror Shield}} appears as the third and final {{Term|OoA|Wooden Shield|link}} upgrade. It can only be obtained in a {{Term|OoA|Linked Game|link}}, via upgrading the {{Term|OoA|Wooden Shield}} into the {{Term|OoA|Iron Shield|link}}, and further upgrading into the {{Term|OoA|Mirror Shield}} through both gameplay and using a password. These upgrades can be performed in either order. As in {{OoT|-}}, the {{Term|OoA|Mirror Shield}} can block {{Term|OoA|Twinrova|link}}'s energy attacks, although it cannot reflect them, nor can it reflect anything else the other {{Plural|OoA|Shield}} cannot.{{Verify|OoA}} It is simply able to block things that the {{Term|OoA|Iron Shield}} cannot.

Like the other {{Plural|OoA|Shield}}, the {{Term|OoA|Mirror Shield}} can be eaten by {{Plural|OoA|Like Like|link}}. The {{Term|OoA|Mirror Shield}} can be regained by purchasing one at any {{Term|OoA|Shop|link}} for 80 {{Plural|OoA|Rupee|link}}, as it appears in shops after upgrading the {{Term|OoA|Iron Shield}}.

In {{TWW}}, the {{Term|TWWHD|Mirror Shield}} is found in the {{Term|TWWHD|Earth Temple|link}}. It is obtained by defeating three {{Plural|TWWHD|Stalfos|link}}, the {{Plural|TWWHD|Miniboss|link}} of the {{Term|TWWHD|Earth Temple}}. It is the second, and final, {{Term|TWWHD|Shield|link}} and automatically replaces the {{Term|TWWHD|Hero's Shield|link}} once obtained.

The {{Term|TWWHD|Mirror Shield}} is required to solve light puzzles.<ref>{{Cite|This mirror-plated shield can reflect beams of light.|Inventory|TWWHD}}</ref> It occasionally must be paired with another light beam to successfully solve a puzzle, usually by utilizing {{Term|TWWHD|Medli's Harp|link}} as it acts much, if not the same, as the {{Term|TWWHD|Mirror Shield}} does regarding light. Light that bounces off the {{Term|TWWHD|Mirror Shield}} can also paralyze certain enemies such as {{Plural|TWWHD|ReDead|link}}. Using the {{Term|TWWHD|Mirror Shield}} is the only way to solidify {{Plural|TWWHD|Poe|link}} and thereby required to defeat {{Term|TWWHD|Jalhalla|link}}, and allows {{Plural|TWWHD|Dark Chuchu|link}} to be turned to stone.

The {{Term|TWWHD|Mirror Shield}} can also cause certain stone statues to break and reflect light along a large network of mirrors, as seen in the {{Term|TWWHD|Earth Temple}}. The ability to break stone statues is needed to carry on past Floor 31 of the {{Term|TWWHD|Savage Labyrinth|link}}. Lastly, it proves invaluable in the final battle, during which {{Term|TWWHD|Link}} uses it to reflect {{Term|TWWHD|Princess Zelda|link}}'s {{Plural|TWWHD|Light Arrow|link}} onto {{Term|TWWHD|Ganondorf|link}} when he begins to dodge them, giving {{Term|TWWHD|Link}} an opportunity to land the finishing blow.

After defeating {{Term|TMC|Vaati|link}}, {{Term|TMC|Link}} can find {{Term|TMC|Biggoron|link}} at the peak of {{Term|TMC|Veil Falls|link}} and let him eat his {{Term|TMC|Small Shield|link}}. If {{Term|TMC|Link}} returns later, {{Term|TMC|Biggoron}} will give him the {{Term|TMC|Mirror Shield}} as compensation. While {{Term|TMC|Link}} guards with the {{Term|TMC|Mirror Shield}}, any projectiles that hit it are converted into a beam that shoots back in the direction that {{Term|TMC|Link}} is facing. The {{Term|TMC|Mirror Shield}} does not fire a beam when hit by an enemy at close range. The design is the same as the {{Term|TWW|Mirror Shield}} from {{TWW|-}}.

==={{TotK|-}}===

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{{Term|TotK|Link}} can obtain {{Plural|TotK|Mirror Shield}} by {{Term|TotK|Fuse|link|display=Fusing}} a {{Term|TotK|Mirror|link}} onto a {{Term|TotK|Shield|link}}. {{Plural|TotK|Mirror Shield}} are capable of redirecting {{Plural|TotK|Light Beam|link}} whenever they are held up through {{Term|TotK|Targeting|link}}.

==Other Appearances==

==={{AST|-}}===

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The {{Term|AST|Mirror Shield}} is found in {{Term|AST|Level 8|link}} in {{AST}}.

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==={{HW|-}}===

In {{HW}}, the Mirror Shield from {{MM|-}} appears as a Defense [[Badge Market|Badge]]. It decreases the damage taken from battles with {{Term|HWDE|Element|link|display=Darkness}} as a recommended element. Its damage reduction effect can also be further increased by crafting its enhanced Badges.

In {{HW|-}} and {{HW|L}}, the Mirror Shield from {{TWW|-}} also appears paired with the [[Lokomo Sword]] from {{ST}} as the third tier of [[Toon Link]]'s [[Light Sword]] weapon.

==={{CoH|-}}===

 

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*The Mirror Shield may be a direct reference to the {{Ip|Mirror Shield}} of the ''{{Ip|Kid Icarus (series)|Kid Icarus}}'' series, used by {{Ip|Pit}} to defend against {{Ip|Medusa}}'s eye beams. The Mirror Shield is first used in {{TLoZ|-}} series to similarly defend against [[Laser Eye]]s. The Mirror Shield in both series is likely a reference to the Greek myth of {{Wp|Perseus}}, where he used a shield to reflect the image of {{Wp|Medusa}} so he could avoid her gaze. The ''Kid Icarus'' series also includes Light Arrows, both items predating their appearance in {{TLoZ|-}} series.

*The Mirror Shield also appears in ''{{Wp|Kaeru no Tame ni Kane wa Naru|The Frog For Whom the Bell Tolls}}''. {{LA}} borrows much from this game, including the game's engine and the cameo appearance of [[Prince Richard]]. In this game, the shield is used to reflect a mammoth boss's image, causing it to hesitate and leave itself open to attack. The Mirror Shield is found in the Ice Cavern and is the strongest shield in the game. [[File:For The Frog The Bell Tolls - Mirror Shield.png]]

*The [[Happy Mask Salesman]]'s backpack has a [[Mask]] in the shape of {{MM|-}}'s Mirror Shield.

*In the {{CE}} version of {{MM|-}}, the Mirror Shield causes a slight graphical error. When reflecting light, a green and black stripe slowly slides across the light-ray every second or so. This is likely a result of incorrect emulation.

*The Japanese Nintendo 64 release of {{MM|-}} has a different Mirror Shield in the game's programming as an unused item. It has a finished select icon and appears identical to what would later be the revised Mirror Shield of {{OoT|-}}, predating the GameCube edition. However, the use of this item crashes the game.

*In {{TWW|-}}, the Mirror Shield momentarily vanishes from Link's back during the cutscene after the final battle. It reappears following the end credits when he departs from [[Outset Island]].

*In {{TMC|-}}, unused text implies that the Mirror Shield, along with the [[Magic Boomerang]] and the unused [[Fire Rod]], was sold for 350 [[Rupee]]s instead.<ref>{{Cite Web|quote= Mirror Shield 350 Rupees|author= |published= |retrieved= August 8, 2015|url= http://www.zeldalegends.net/files/emulation/dumps/tmc/tmc_dump_english-american.txt|title= The Minish Cap Text Dump|site= Zelda Legends|type=}}</ref>

==Nomenclature==

{{Nomenclature}}

File:ALttP Mirror Shield Inventory Sprite.png|The Mirror Shield on the subscreen of {{ALttP|-}}

File:LADX Mirror Shield Inventory Sprite.png|The {{Term|LADX|Mirror Shield}} as seen in the inventory from {{LA|DX|-}}

File:OoT Mirror Shield Model 2.png|The original design of the {{Term|OoT|Mirror Shield}} from {{OoT|-}}

File:OoT Mirror Shield Icon 2.png|The original icon of the {{Term|OoT|Mirror Shield}} from {{OoT|-}}

File:SCII Mirror Shield Model.png|Mirror Shield from {{SCII|-}}

File:HWL Lokomo Sword Artwork.png|Artwork of the Mirror Shield with the Lokomo Sword from {{HW|-}}

File:HW Lokomo Sword Icon.png|The Mirror Shield in the Lokomo Sword icon from {{HW|-}}

File:HW Mirror Shield Badge Icon.png|The Mirror Shield Badge icon from {{HW|-}}

File:CoH Mirror Shield Sprite.png|The {{Term|CoH|Mirror Shield}} from {{CoH|-}}

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