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In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'', Link's '''shields''' come in three main lines - which will break with prolonged use, and which | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'', Link's '''shields''' come in three main lines - which will break with prolonged use, and which enknkach have advantages and disadvantages - plus the [[Hylian Shield]] which becomes available in the latter part of the game. Most shields can be bought and upgraded at the [[Bazaar]], except for the [[Hylian Shield]], which is awarded to Link by [[Lanayru (Dragon)|Lanayru]]. | ||
It is primarily operated by the player with motions of the [[Nintendo Wii|Wii]] nunchuk. Link can use his shield to deflect certain items back at enemies by players moving the nunchuck in a forward, thrusting motion, an example being reflecting rocks back at Octoroks when they shoot towards him. It can quickly be held in defense following a sword combo. Motion control of the Shield is quite limited compared to the Wii Remote Plus-controlled sword, but it still plays a vital role in combat. | It is primarily operated by the player with motions of the [[Nintendo Wii|Wii]] nunchuk. Link can use his shield to deflect certain items back at enemies by players moving the nunchuck in a forward, thrusting motion, an example being reflecting rocks back at Octoroks when they shoot towards him. It can quickly be held in defense following a sword combo. Motion control of the Shield is quite limited compared to the Wii Remote Plus-controlled sword, but it still plays a vital role in combat. | ||
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<onlyinclude>{{CD/Header|Wooden Shields}} | <onlyinclude>{{CD/Header|Wooden Shields}} | ||
{{CD|file=WoodenShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Wooden Shield#Skyward Sword|caption=Wooden Shield|desc=The first shield Link can get, the Wooden Shield has the lowest durability of any shield in the game, and will burn up quickly from a fire attack, but is resistant to electrical attacks. One can be obtained for free by speaking with [[Instructor Owlan]] after [[Zelda]] falls out of the sky; or one can be bought for 50 rupees from the [[Gear Shop]].}} | {{CD|file=WoodenShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Wooden Shield#Skyward Sword|caption=Wooden Shield|desc=The first shield Link can get, the Wooden Shield has the lowest durability of any shield in the game, and will burn up quickly from a fire attack, but is resistant to electrical attacks. One can be obtained for free by speaking with [[Instructor Owlan]] after [[Zelda]] falls out of the sky; or one can be bought for 50 rupees from the [[Gear Shop]].}} | ||
{{CD|file=BandedShieldSS.png|link=Banded Shield|desc=The Banded Shield is much more durable than the Wooden Shield it is upgraded from, but will still burn to ashes under a fire attack. It costs 30 rupees and a number of specific treasures to [[Skyward Sword Upgrades|upgrade the Wooden Shield]] at the [[Scrap Shop]].}} | {{CD|file=BandedShieldSS.png|fsize=|link=Banded Shield|desc=The Banded Shield is much more durable than the Wooden Shield it is upgraded from, but will still burn to ashes under a fire attack. It costs 30 rupees and a number of specific treasures to [[Skyward Sword Upgrades|upgrade the Wooden Shield]] at the [[Scrap Shop]].}} | ||
{{CD|file=BracedShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Braced Shield|desc=The Braced Shield maintains the strengths and weaknesses of its forebears, but with greater durability. Upgrading a Banded Shield to a Braced Shield costs 30 rupees and a number of specific treasures.}} | {{CD|file=BracedShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Braced Shield|desc=The Braced Shield maintains the strengths and weaknesses of its forebears, but with greater durability. Upgrading a Banded Shield to a Braced Shield costs 30 rupees and a number of specific treasures.}} | ||
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{{CD/Header|Iron Shields}} | {{CD/Header|Iron Shields}} | ||
{{CD|file=IronShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Iron Shield|desc=Much more durable than a basic Wooden Shield, the Iron Shield can also block fire attacks; but conducts electricity.The second shield Link can buy, it can be obtained after beating [[Skyview Temple]] for 100 [[Rupee]]s at the Gear Shop.}} | {{CD|file=IronShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Iron Shield|desc=Much more durable than a basic Wooden Shield, the Iron Shield can also block fire attacks; but conducts electricity.The second shield Link can buy, it can be obtained after beating [[Skyview Temple]] for 100 [[Rupee]]s at the Gear Shop.}} | ||
{{CD|file=ReinforcedShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Reinforced Shield|desc=A general improvement in durability and stopping power, the Reinforced Shield costs 50 rupees and several treasures to upgrade an Iron Shield to at the Scrap Shop.}} | {{CD|file=ReinforcedShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Reinforced Shield|desc=A general improvement in durability and stopping power, the Reinforced Shield costs 50 rupees and several treasures to upgrade an Iron Shield to at the Scrap Shop.}} | ||
{{CD|file=FortifiedShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Fortified Shield|desc=The second-toughest shield in the game after the Hylian Shield in base durability, the Fortified Shield can be made from a Reinforced Shield for 100 rupees and treasures at the Scrap Shop.}} | {{CD|file=FortifiedShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Fortified Shield|desc=The second-toughest shield in the game after the Hylian Shield in base durability, the Fortified Shield can be made from a Reinforced Shield for 100 rupees and treasures at the Scrap Shop.}} | ||
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{{CD/Header|Sacred Shields}} | {{CD/Header|Sacred Shields}} | ||
{{CD|file=SacredShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Sacred Shield|desc=Purchased at the [[Gear Shop]] for 500 [[rupee]]s and branded with a [[Loftwing]]'s foot, the Sacred Shield self- repairs over time, although it has less durability than equivalent shields which do not. It can block fire, electricity & curse attacks; and can startle [[Cursed Bokoblin]]s.}} | {{CD|file=SacredShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Sacred Shield|desc=Purchased at the [[Gear Shop]] for 500 [[rupee]]s and branded with a [[Loftwing]]'s foot, the Sacred Shield self- repairs over time, although it has less durability than equivalent shields which do not. It can block fire, electricity & curse attacks; and can startle [[Cursed Bokoblin]]s.}} | ||
{{CD|file=DivineShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Divine Shield|desc=An upgrade from the Sacred Shield, it has increased durability and faster regeneration than its predecessor. It costs 100 rupees and treasures to upgrade from the more basic version.}} | {{CD|file=DivineShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Divine Shield|desc=An upgrade from the Sacred Shield, it has increased durability and faster regeneration than its predecessor. It costs 100 rupees and treasures to upgrade from the more basic version.}} | ||
{{CD|file=GoddessShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Goddess Shield|desc=Branded with a stylised image of [[Hylia]], the Goddess Shield is a further upgrade to the durability and regenerative ability of the Divine Shield. It costs 150 rupees and multiple rare treasures to upgrade the Divine Shield at the Scrap Shop.}} | {{CD|file=GoddessShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Goddess Shield|desc=Branded with a stylised image of [[Hylia]], the Goddess Shield is a further upgrade to the durability and regenerative ability of the Divine Shield. It costs 150 rupees and multiple rare treasures to upgrade the Divine Shield at the Scrap Shop.}} | ||
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{{CD/Header|Hylian Shield}} | {{CD/Header|Hylian Shield}} | ||
{{CD|file=HylianShield-SS-Icon.png|link=Hylian Shield#Skyward Sword|caption=Hylian Shield|desc=The Hylian Shield is obtained from [[Lanayru (Dragon)|Lanayru]] by beating eight consecutive bosses in the [[Thunder Dragon's Lightning Round]]. Unlike all other shields in the game, it is indestructible; it also resists fire and electric attacks.}} | {{CD|file=HylianShield-SS-Icon.png|fsize=|link=Hylian Shield#Skyward Sword|caption=Hylian Shield|desc=The Hylian Shield is obtained from [[Lanayru (Dragon)|Lanayru]] by beating eight consecutive bosses in the [[Thunder Dragon's Lightning Round]]. Unlike all other shields in the game, it is indestructible; it also resists fire and electric attacks.}} | ||
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{{cat|Skyward Sword Items|Shields}} | {{cat|Skyward Sword Items|Shields}} | ||