Rope
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Ropes are nimble snake enemies that only cause minimal damage when touched. They usually attack by dashing forward when Link is in sight. The sword is an effective weapon to use on them, which in turn causes them to disappear. They have the honor of being in every 2D-Zelda title as well as Phantom Hourglass. Although Ropes don't appear in Spirit Tracks, despite appearing in the prequel, the Whip resembles them.
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Appearances
The Legend of Zelda
In The Legend of Zelda, there are two types of ropes: Red and Flashing, and they can be found in various dungeons. When ropes see Link they rush towards him quite quickly in an effort to injure him. They can easily be defeated with the Sword, but Flashing ropes found in the Second Quest are four times as strong as the red variation.
The Adventure of Link
In The Adventure of Link, Ropes act in a similar fashion to Blue Octoroks, often spitting rocks at Link. Some slither along the ground and shoot projectiles both high and low. Red Ropes, only found in the Great Palace, spit fireballs that can only be blocked by the Reflect Spell.
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Experience Points | 20 | |||
| Item Drop | Blue Magic Jar or 50 exp Point Bag | ||||
| Enemy Habitat | Midoro Palace Palace on the Sea | ||||
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Experience Points | 20 | |||
| Item Drop | Blue Magic Jar or 50 exp Point Bag | ||||
| Enemy Habitat | Great Palace | ||||
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A Link to the Past
Unlike in The Legend of Zelda and The Adventure of Link, there is only one type of Rope, and they are usually found within various dungeons. When a rope catches sight of Link, it rushes towards him very fast in an effort to injure him. They take approximately two hits to defeat with the regular sword, and they can easily deplete Link's hearts quickly in the beginning of the game as they move very quickly. One of their most iconic appearances takes place early in the game when Link is given two switches to choose between. One will open the door to the Sanctuary, the other will cause Ropes to fall from the ceiling.
Link's Awakening
Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages
The Minish Cap
Ropes are an easily defeatable monster, only taking one hit from Link's sword. A tougher version called Golden Rope also exists in Hyrule.
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Appears in various areas. They'll come straight for you if they spot you. Just swing your sword when they charge at you. |
Phantom Hourglass
In Phantom Hourglass, Ropes are a very simple enemy to defeat. They are normally found within dungeons and caves, and even outside Molida Island where the Old Wayfarer lives. When they see Link, they rush towards him in an attempt to hurt him. In this game, ropes seem to be easier to defeat as they appear to not move as fast as they do in previous installments, and they only take one swipe from Link's sword to be slain.
See Also
Gallery
Rope Artwork from Million Publications Strategy Guide for The Legend of Zelda
Rope Artwork from Kadokawa Shoten Strategy Guide for The Legend of Zelda
Rope Sprite from The Legend of Zelda
Flashing Rope Sprite from The Legend of Zelda
Rope Artwork from The Adventure of Link
Red Rope Sprite from The Adventure of Link
Blue Rope Sprite from The Adventure of Link
Rope Sprite from A Link to the Past
Rope Sprite from A Link to the Past
Rope Sprite from A Link to the Past
Japanese Info from A Link to the Past
Rope Sprite from Link's Awakening
Rope Sprite from Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages
Rope Sprite from Four Swords Adventures
Rope Sprite from The Minish Cap
Rope from Phantom Hourglass
References
- "Snake Ropes are small, mostly harmless snakes found frequently all over Hyrule and Koholint Island. — (The Great Hyrule Encyclopedia).
