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Pathblades,(EoWEchoes of Wisdom)[1] also known as Blade Traps,(LALink's Awakening)[2] Traps,(TLoZThe Legend of Zelda | TWWThe Wind Waker | TMCThe Minish Cap)[3][4][5] and Razors,(OoTOcarina of Time)[6] are recurring traps in The Legend of Zelda series.[name references needed]
Characteristics
Pathblades are formidable, mechanized obstacles equipped with spikes or blades. They come in a variety of types and are almost always impervious to all attacks, with some staying dormant until approached and others moving in a set path. Pathblades are common as dormant obstacles in titles such as The Legend of Zelda, Link's Awakening, Oracle of Seasons, and Oracle of Ages. Upon crossing the path of a Pathblade, whether vertical or horizontal, it will react instantly by closing in rapidly on Link. Contact with a Pathblade damages Link; after being set off, they will slowly return to their original position.
Other Pathblades, such as those in Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask, glide along a projected path. These Pathblades move along the ground regardless of Link's presence, at a constant speed. The paths of these vary; some move from one side to the next, while others move in a complete circle.
Similar enemies to Pathblades have also appeared throughout the series. Giant versions of them called Big Blades, appear in A Link to the Past, Oracle of Seasons, and Oracle of Ages. They move in a set path around the room and take up large amounts of space. Other traps called Chasers appear in Oracle of Seasons, Oracle of Ages, Four Swords and The Minish Cap; they are sentient bladed traps that will follow Link down narrow corridors once he is within their line of vision.
The Legend of Zelda
Descriptions
The Legend of Zelda instruction booklet
Traps and Stone Statues
Somebody placed these in the labyrinth a long time ago. They suddenly attack Link when he approaches them. So you've really got to watch out!
A Link to the Past
Link's Awakening
Ocarina of Time
Majora's Mask
Oracle of Seasons
Oracle of Ages
Four Swords
The Wind Waker
Descriptions
It's a Trap!
Be careful! It's dangerous!
Traps appear in the Wind Temple in The Wind Waker, where they automatically slide back and forth across certain rooms. A second type of Trap can be found encircling the large, cylindrical room, and will lunge toward Link and bite him if he gets too close.
Four Swords Adventures
The Minish Cap
Descriptions
Trap
Appears in various areas.
A trap with sharp blades. Some are triggered by nearby intruders, while others follow a set path.
A trap with sharp blades. Some are triggered by nearby intruders, while others follow a set path.
Traps appear in Dungeons in The Minish Cap. There are two variants, blue and green, with different functions. Blue Traps remain still until Link passes through their line of sight, whereupon they move quickly toward him in an straight line. They strike him, if possible, and continue to the end of their path – whether that be the opposite wall, an obstacle, or another Trap – before returning to their original position. Green Traps follow a set path, either moving back and forth from wall to wall or encircling a group of Blocks.
Twilight Princess
Pathblades appear in Dungeons in Twilight Princess. Stone models are found in the Arbiter's Grounds, while gilded models are found in the Temple of Time; both appear as obstacles that move along Spinner rails. They also appear during the battle with the Boss of the Arbiter's Grounds, Stallord.
Pathblades in Twilight Princess are the only kind that can be destroyed; the Dominion Rod can be used to bring a statue to life in the Temple of Time, smashing the Blade Traps with its axe.
Phantom Hourglass
Spirit Tracks
Skyward Sword
Pathblades appear as hazards in Skyward Sword. They can be found in Lanayru Desert on the way to the dragon Lanayru. They move back and forth, making it difficult for Link to pass through the area.
A Link Between Worlds
Echoes of Wisdom
Descriptions
Pathblade
This monster charges ahead, spinning its sharp blades, then returns to its starting point. Its unending motion blocks paths.
Pathblades are Monster that move in straight lines toward foes. After reaching their target location, they slowly move back to their starting point. When summoned as an Echo, they have an Echo cost of one. Pathblade Echoes can be ridden by Jumping on top of them.
Other Appearances
Zelda's Adventure
The following section is not part of the Zelda canon and should not be taken as such.
Ancient Stone Tablets
The following section is not part of the Zelda canon and should not be taken as such.
Nomenclature
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| Language | Names | Meanings |
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   ChineseTRTraditional | 定時割刀 (EoWEchoes of Wisdom) | |
 ChineseSISimplified | 定时割刀 (EoWEchoes of Wisdom) | |
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 FrenchCACanadian | Gyrolame (EoWEchoes of Wisdom) | |
 German | Zeitfalle (EoWEchoes of Wisdom) | |
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 Korean | 타이머 커터 (EoWEchoes of Wisdom) | |
 PortugueseBRBrazilian | Giragume (EoWEchoes of Wisdom) | |
 SpanishLALatin American | Destajador (EoWEchoes of Wisdom) | |
 SpanishEUEuropean | Destajador (EoWEchoes of Wisdom) | |
| This table was generated using translation pages. To request an addition, please contact a staff member with a reference. | ||
Gallery
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Artwork of Link with some Traps from The Legend of Zelda
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Artwork of Link with a Trap from the Japanese NES port of The Legend of Zelda
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Concept artwork of a Blade Trap from Link's Awakening for Nintendo Switch
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A green Blade Trap from Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages
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An orange Blade Trap from Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages
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A biting Trap in the Wind Temple from The Wind Waker
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A blue Trap from The Minish Cap
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A Blade Trap in the Temple of Time from Twilight Princess
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A Blade Trap in the Hyrule Castle from Twilight Princess
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A spiked Blade Trap from Twilight Princess
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Figure of Link and a Trap from The Legend of Zelda
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Blade Trap from Zelda's Adventure
See Also
References
- ↑
Pathblade
— Notebook (Echoes of Wisdom)
This monster charges ahead, spinning its sharp blades, then returns to its starting point. Its unending motion blocks paths. - ↑ The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening—Nintendo Player's Guide, Nintendo of America, pg. 101
- ↑ Art & Artifacts, Dark Horse Books, pg. 121
- ↑
It's a Trap!
Be careful! It's dangerous! — Tingle (The Wind Waker)
- ↑
Trap
— Figurine (The Minish Cap) - ↑ The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time—Prima's Official Strategy Guide, Prima Games, pg. 31
- ↑ L'arte di una leggenda, Magazzini Salani, pg. 120
- ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Vol. 1, Shogakukan, pg. 134Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past & Four Swords, Shogakukan, pg. 31
- ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Shogakukan, pg. 35
- ↑ The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 38
- ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Vol. 1, Shogakukan, pg. 134
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 The Legend of Zelda manual, pg. 39