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| caption  = Artwork from The Legend of Zelda Game Manual
| caption  = Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda Instruction Manual|The Legend of Zelda Instruction Booklet]]''
| game    = ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''<br>''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Battle Quest|Battle Quest]]''
| game    = ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''<br/>''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes|Tri Force Heroes]]''
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| attack    = '''''Link's Awakening'''''<br/><small>'''Green Stalfos'''</small><br/>{{H|0.5}} Contact<br/>{{H|0.5}} Stomp<br/><small>'''Orange Stalfos'''</small><br/>{{H|0.5}} Bone Club<br/>{{H|0.5}} Contact
| weapon  = [[Sword]]<br>[[Bomb]]s<br>[[Ball and Chain]]
'''''Ocarina of Time'''''<br/>{{H|1}} Sword<br/>{{H|2}} Jump Attack
'''''Oracle of Seasons'''''<br/><small>'''Blue Stalfos'''</small><br/>{{H|0.5}} Contact<br/><small>'''Green Stalfos'''</small><br/>{{H|0.5}} Contact<br/>{{H|0.5}} Body Slam<br/><small>'''Orange Stalfos'''</small><br/>{{H|0.5}} Bone<br/>{{H|0.5}} Contact<br/><small>'''Red Stalfos'''</small><br/>{{H|0.5}} Contact
'''''Oracle of Ages'''''<br/><small>'''Blue Stalfos'''</small><br/>{{H|0.5}} Contact<br/><small>'''Orange Stalfos'''</small><br/>{{H|0.5}} Bone<br/>{{H|0.5}} Contact
'''''The Wind Waker'''''<br/>{{H|0.5}} Club<br/>{{H|0.5}} Spin Attack
| location = '''''Link's Awakening'''''<br/><small>'''Green Stalfos'''</small><br/>[[Bottle Grotto]]<br/>[[Key Cavern]]<br/>[[Catfish's Maw]]<br/><small>'''Orange Stalfos'''</small><br/>[[Bottle Grotto]]<br/>[[Key Cavern]]<br/>[[Catfish's Maw]]<br/>[[Eagle's Tower]]<br/>[[Turtle Rock (Link's Awakening)|Turtle Rock]]<br/>'''''Skyward Sword'''''<br/>[[Skyview Temple]]<br/>[[Sky Keep]]<br/>'''''The Wand of Gamelon'''''<br/>[[Sakado]]<br/>[[Gohiyan Ship]]
| weapon  = '''''Link's Awakening'''''<br/>[[Sword]] - 2 hits<br/>[[Koholint Sword]] - 1 hit<br/>[[Boomerang]] - 1 hit<br/>[[Bomb]]s - 1 hit<br/>[[Bow]] - 1 hit<br/>[[Hookshot]] - 1 hit<br/>[[Pegasus Boots]] - 1 hit<br/>'''''Oracle of Seasons'''''<br/><small>'''Blue Stalfos'''</small><br/>[[Sword]] - 1 hit<br/><small>'''Green Stalfos'''</small><br/>[[Sword]] - 2 hits<br/><small>'''Orange Stalfos'''</small><br/>[[Sword]] - 2 hits<br/><small>'''Red Stalfos'''</small><br/>[[Sword]] - 2 hits<br/>'''''Oracle of Ages'''''<br/><small>'''Blue Stalfos'''</small><br/>[[Sword]] - 1 hit<br/><small>'''Orange Stalfos'''</small><br/>[[Sword]] - 2 hits<br/>'''In General'''<br/>[[Sword]]<br/>[[Bomb]]<br/>[[Ball and Chain]]
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'''Stalfos''' are a very common enemy in the [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. The only game they don't appear in is ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''. They appear as large skeletal figures, and are usually fairly difficult to kill. Sometimes they are weaponless, and sometimes they wield large swords and shields (with the exception of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', where they wield large spiked clubs). Stalfos are usually found in dungeons.
'''Stalfos''' are recurring enemies in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. They are large skeletal warriors, and are usually fairly difficult to defeat. Sometimes they are weaponless, and sometimes they wield large swords and shields (with the exception of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', where they wield large spiked clubs). They are usually found in dungeons.


==Appearances==
==''The Legend of Zelda''==
===The Legend of Zelda===
The original appearance of the Stalfos is probably actually the easiest version to defeat as well. They are found right away in [[Level 1: The Eagle|Level 1]]. They deal a half a heart of damage, and only take a few slashes to defeat. They wield two swords and often have keys embedded into their ribcage.{{Ref|[https://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album{{=}}537&pid{{=}}14997#top_display_media ''The Legend of Zelda Instruction Booklet''] (US GBA Version), pg. 26|These skeleton soldiers will come at you with a two-handed sword. They may look menacing, but they can be easily defeated.}}{{Ref|[[:File:The-Legend-of-Zelda-North-American-Instruction-Manual-Page-35.jpg|''The Legend of Zelda Instruction Booklet'' (US NES Version), pg. 35]]|A skeleton that's got a sword in each hand. Little attacking power.}} In the [[Second Quest]], Stalfos shoot a beam sword, similar to that of [[Link (The Legend of Zelda)|Link]]'s [[Sword Beam|sword beam]].
The original appearance of the Stalfos is probably actually the easiest version to defeat as well. They are found right away in [[Level 1: The Eagle|Level 1]], they deal a half a heart of damage, and only take a few slashes to defeat. They wield two swords and often have keys embedded into their ribcage.{{Ref|[http://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album{{=}}537&pid{{=}}14997#top_display_media The Legend of Zelda Instruction Manual] (US GBA Version), pg. 26|These skeleton soldier will come at you with two-handed sword. They may look menacing, but they can easily defeated.}}{{Ref|[http://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album{{=}}52&pid{{=}}523#top_display_media The Legend of Zelda Instruction Manual] (US NES Version), pg. 35|A skeleton that's got a sword in each hand. Little attacking power.}} In the second quest, Stalfos will shoot a beam sword, similar to that of [[Link]]'s beam sword.


===The Adventure of Link===
==''The Adventure of Link''==
The Stalfos of this game are armed with a sword and shield with no armor. They come in two colors, red and blue, blue being the stronger of the two. The red Stalfos attack simply by swinging their sword and can be defeated by a sword slash while crouching. The blue Stalfos has the same attack but can also jump and downthrust in mid jump; you defeat them the same way as you would a red Stalfos.
The Stalfos of this game are armed with a sword and shield with no armor. They come in two colors, a [[Red Stalfos]] and a [[Blue Stalfos]], with the blue one being the stronger of the two. The red Stalfos attack simply by swinging their sword and can be defeated by a sword slash while crouching. The blue Stalfos has the same attack, but can also jump and down-thrust in mid-jump. [[Link (The Legend of Zelda)#The Adventure of Link|Link]] defeats them the same way as he would a red Stalfos.


====Game Data====
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===A Link to the Past===
==''A Link to the Past''==
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Stalfos in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' come in multiple variations and colors. Smaller Stalfos come in both Red and Blue and jump away from [[Link (A Link to the Past)|Link]] when he draws near. Some of these Stalfos toss bones toward Link if he strikes to attack them. The second type comes in the form of [[Stalfos Knight]]s. These skeletons are significantly larger and first appear within the [[Ice Palace]].


Stalfos in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' come in multiple variations and colors. Smaller Stalfos come in both Red and Blue and will jump away from Link when he draws near. Some of these Stalfos will toss bones towards Link if he strikes to attack them. The second type comes in the form of [[Stalfos Knight]]s. These skeletons are significantly larger and first appear within the [[Ice Palace]].
==''Link's Awakening''==
A change to the usual Stalfos, the type that appears in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' wields no sword and prefers to jump or throw bone-like projectiles at [[Link (A Link to the Past)#Link's Awakening|Link]]. They come in two variants: A Green Stalfos and Orange Stalfos.


===Link's Awakening===
===Green Stalfos===
A change to the usual Stalfos, the type that appear in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' have no sword and prefer to jump or throwing bone-like projectile at Link. They come in two variants: A Green Stalfos and Orange Stalfos.
These skeletal enemies slowly travel around the room, ready for battle. When Link approaches a Green Stalfos, it launches itself into the air and tries to stomp down on him. Quickly dodge their stomp attacks by moving away, then turn around and try to attack swiftly with the Sword. [[Spin Attack]]s may be useful when trying to defeat this Stalfos.


====Green Stalfos====
===Orange Stalfos===
These skeletal enemies will slowly travel around the room, ready for battle. When you approach a Green Stalfos, it will launch itself into the air and try to stomp down on you. Quickly dodge their stomp attacks by moving away, then turn around and try to attack swiftly with your sword. Spin attacks may be useful when trying to defeat this Stalfos.  
Orange Stalfos wander the room like the green variety, but instead of jumping on Link, they jump away from him. When it lands, it throws a bone club at Link. Be ready to avoid its club since it is one of the few projectiles that can travel diagonally. Attacking from a distance may be a good idea when fighting an Orange Stalfos.


====Orange Stalfos====
==''Ocarina of Time''==
Orange Stalfos will wander the room like the green variety, but instead of jumping on you they will jump away from you. When it lands, it will throw a bone club at you. Be ready to avoid its club since it is one of the few projectiles that can travel diagonally. Attacking from a distance may be a good idea when fighting an Orange Stalfos.  
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[[File:StalfosOoT.png|150px|thumb|right|Stalfos from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'']]
These skeletal warriors make their return from previous ''Zelda'' titles. Watch out for their jump attack, which can do a great deal more damage to [[Link (Ocarina of Time)|Link]] than their regular sword attacks. Use Z-targeting to get close while using the Shield, then take a quick stab as soon as Link sees them let their shield down. Try to circle around them when they jump at Link. Also, if Link gets right in their face, he can easily "force them" to attack and get a quick stab in. If done right, Link can take them out very quickly this way. They are found in the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]], the [[Water Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Water Temple]], the [[Shadow Temple]], the [[Spirit Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Spirit Temple]], and in [[Ganon's Castle]].


===Ocarina of Time===
Many of their sword techniques mimic Link's (i.e. the Jump Attack). This enemy can be prevented from jumping at Link with a sword slash by keeping the Shield up, holding Z and keeping as close to it as possible because it may jump and mid-air slash at Link if he is too far away.
[[File:StalfosOoT.png|150px|thumb|right|Stalfos as they appear in Ocarina of Time]]
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These skeletal warriors make their return from previous Zelda titles. Watch out for their jump attack, which can do a great deal more damage to you than their regular sword attacks. Use Z targeting to get close while using your shield, then take a quick stab as soon as you see them let their shield down. Try to circle around them when they jump at you. Also, if you get right in their face, you can easily "force them" to attack and get a quick stab in. If done right, you can take them out very quickly this way. They are found in the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]], the [[Water Temple]], the [[Shadow Temple]], the [[Spirit Temple]], and in [[Ganon's Castle]].
A superstition exists with the [[Kokiri]] where if any adult becomes lost in the [[Lost Woods]], they will turn into one of these creatures. This supposedly happens to the [[Master Craftsman's Son]] in the [[Ocarina of Time Biggoron's Sword Trading Sequence|Trading Sequence]] when [[Fado (Ocarina of Time)|Fado]] gives Link the [[Poacher's Saw]].


Many of their sword techniques mimic Link's (i.e. the jump attack). This enemy can be prevented from jumping at you with a sword slash by keeping your shield up, holding Z and keeping as close to it as possible because it may jump and mid air slash at you if you're too far away.
==''Majora's Mask''==
Only three Stalfos appear within the game as mini-bosses. They are [[Igos du Ikana]] and [[King's Lackeys|his lackeys]].{{Ref|pg. 419|Trick the king into thinking he's seeing a child-sized version of Captain Keeta by wearing the Captain's Hat during your bone-rattling battle with the skeletal Stalfos knights and Igos himself.|''The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Official Nintendo Player's Guide''}}


===Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons===
==''Oracle of Seasons'' & ''Oracle of Ages''==
The Stalfos here appear in the same fashion as they did in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''
The Stalfos here appear in the same fashion as they do in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''.


===Four Swords===
==''Four Swords''==
The Stalfos follow the same attack pattern as ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''
The Stalfos follow the same attack pattern as ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''


===The Wind Waker===
==''The Wind Waker''==
These Stalfos that appear in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' are large, skeletal enemies and they are probably larger in ''The Wind Waker'' than they are in any other Zelda title. To defeat a Stalfos you can hit them with your sword to break their bodies into bones, then slash away at the bouncing skull. An easier way to kill a Stalfos in ''The Wind Waker'' is to use a bomb to quickly demolish their bodies, then stun the bouncing skull with the [[Boomerang]] and then finally finish it with the [[Skull Hammer]].
These Stalfos that appear in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' are large, skeletal enemies and they are probably larger in ''The Wind Waker'' than they are in any other ''Zelda'' title. To defeat Stalfos, [[Link (The Wind Waker)|Link]] has to hit them with the Sword to break their bodies into bones, then slash away at the bouncing skull. An easier way to defeat a Stalfos in ''The Wind Waker'' is to use a Bomb to quickly demolish their bodies, then stun the bouncing skull with the [[Boomerang]] and then finally finish it with the [[Skull Hammer]].


===Four Swords Adventures===
==''Four Swords Adventures''==
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===The Minish Cap===
==''The Minish Cap''==
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'' Stalfos are found in red and blue varieties. The blue Stalfos will walk towards Link and hop away when he swings his sword at them. They can be defeated by cornering them and slashing at them or forcing them to jump down a hole. Red Stalfos will usually stand a distance away from Link and hurl bones at him. They can be defeated by simply slashing them. An effective way to kill Stalfos in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'' is to use the [[Cane of Pacci]] or the [[Gust Jar]] to suck or flip their heads off.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'', Stalfos are found in red and blue varieties. The blue Stalfos walk toward [[Link (The Minish Cap)|Link]] and hop away when he swings the Sword at them. They can be defeated by cornering them and slashing at them or forcing them to jump down a hole. Red Stalfos usually stand a distance away from Link and hurl bones at him. They can be defeated by simply slashing them. An effective way to defeat Stalfos in ''The Minish Cap'' is to use the [[Cane of Pacci]] or the [[Gust Jar]] to suck or flip their heads off.


===Twilight Princess===
==''Twilight Princess''==
[[File:Stalfos Artwork (Twilight Princess).png|right|250px|thumb|Stalfos artwork from Twilight Princess]]
[[File:Stalfos Artwork (Twilight Princess).png|right|250px|thumb|Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'']]
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', Stalfos are skeletons who have a sword, shield, and minor armor, much like they did in ''Ocarina of Time''. They can be found in the [[Arbiter's Grounds]]. In order to take them out, Link must first defeat them in a sword fight, then bomb their remains that they crumble into once he has hit them enough times. One good strategy for taking out multiple Stalfos simultaneously is to simply to fire bomb arrows at them from afar, as it will instantly kill them. Alternatively, Link can strike these enemies with the [[Ball and Chain]] to instantly kill them.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', Stalfos are skeletons that wield a sword, shield, and minor armor, much like they do in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''. They can be found in the [[Arbiter's Grounds]]. In order to take them out, [[Link (Twilight Princess)|Link]] must first defeat them in a sword fight, then bomb their remains that they crumble into once he has hit them enough times. One good strategy for taking out multiple Stalfos simultaneously is to simply to fire Bomb Arrows at them from afar to instantly defeat them. Alternatively, Link can strike these enemies with the [[Ball and Chain]] to instantly defeat them.


===Phantom Hourglass===
==''Phantom Hourglass''==
The Stalfos that appear in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' appear as a collection of bones on the ground. Once Link draws near, the bones will form a skeleton enemy and begin to throw bones toward Link. Stalfos are quite agile and will jump away if Link tries to strike them with his sword. Use the jump attack with your blade. Alternatively, the [[Grappling Hook]], bombs, and the boomerang work wonders against these boney foes. There is also another variety that wears hats, uses a sword, and is much more difficult to deal with. The [[Hammer]] also dispatches Stalfos in one hit.
The Stalfos that appear in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' appear as a collection of bones on the ground. Once [[Link (The Wind Waker)#Phantom Hourglass|Link]] draws near, the bones form a skeleton enemy and begin to throw bones toward Link. Stalfos are quite agile and jump away if Link tries to strike them with the Sword. Use the Jump Attack with the Sword. Alternatively, the [[Grappling Hook]], Bombs, and the Boomerang work wonders against these boney foes. There is also another variety that wears hats, uses a sword, and is much more difficult to deal with. The [[Hammer]] also dispatches Stalfos in one hit.


===Spirit Tracks===
==''Spirit Tracks''==
These Stalfos have the same design as they did in ''Phantom Hourglass''. The Stalfos that hold swords also return, now called [[Stalfos Warrior|Stalfos Warriors]]. Occasionally, they drop Stalfos Skulls when defeated.
These Stalfos have the same design as they do in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''. The Stalfos that wield swords also return, now called [[Stalfos Warrior]]. Occasionally, they drop [[Stalfos Skull]]s when defeated.


===Skyward Sword===
==''Skyward Sword''==
[[File:Ssstalfos.png|200px|thumb|left|A Stalfos from Skyward Sword]]
[[File:Stalfos-Medium.png|200px|thumb|left|Stalfos from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'']]
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The Stalfos in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' are skeleton-like enemies that wield two large swords which they use both to block and to attack. Link must attack from specific directions that are unprotected, requiring good timing and accurate sword slashes.
The Stalfos in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' are skeleton-like enemies that wield two large swords which they use both to block and to attack. [[Link (Skyward Sword)|Link]] must attack from specific directions that are unprotected, requiring good timing and accurate sword slashes.


Stalfos have three main attacks. They will quickly swing one sword horizontally, perform a cross-chop with both swords, or raise both swords above its head in preparation for a powerful two-part attack. The Stalfos is defenseless while its swords are above its head, so this is your chance to run around behind it and slash away. There is also a more powerful version of Stalfos with four arms and more life called [[Stalmaster]]s
Stalfos have three main attacks. They quickly swing one sword horizontally, perform a cross-chop with both swords, or raise both swords above its head in preparation for a powerful two-part attack. The Stalfos is defenseless while its swords are above its head, so this is Link's chance to run around behind it and slash away. There is also a more powerful version of Stalfos with four arms and more life called [[Stalmaster]].


A Stalfos is the mini-boss of [[Skyview Temple]]. When Link returns for the [[Sacred Water]], three will appear in the room where he fought [[Ghirahim]]. {{Clear}}
A Stalfos is the mini-boss of [[Skyview Temple]]. When Link returns for the [[Sacred Water]], three appear in the room where he fought [[Ghirahim]].
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===A Link Between Worlds===
==''A Link Between Worlds''==
Stalfos return with a more traditional style of combat. The Stalfos will attempt to dodge a slash attack by jumping away from Link. If Link follows and slashes again fast enough, he will land a hit and can then move on to attack. If too slow, the Stalfos will jump away, and if Link makes no attempt to follow the Stalfos, it will attack by throwing a bone. They return in two colours, but are the same in terms of combat style, simply dealing more damage and having more health. It is advised to attack with ranged items as they deal good amounts of damage and Stalfos rarely dodge item attacks, though some items (such as the hookshot) have no effect.
Stalfos return with a more traditional style of combat. Stalfos attempt to dodge a slash attack by jumping away from [[Link (A Link Between Worlds)|Link]]. If Link follows and slashes again fast enough, he will land a hit and can then move on to attack. If too slow, Stalfos will jump away, and if Link makes no attempt to follow Stalfos, they will attack by throwing bones at him. They return in two colors, but are the same in terms of combat style, simply dealing more damage and having more health. It is advised to attack with ranged items as they deal good amounts of damage and Stalfos rarely dodge item attacks, though some items (such as the Hookshot) have no effect.
A Stalfos can be uncovered by setting a [[Gibdo]] on fire to burn its bandages off.
A Stalfos can be uncovered by setting a [[Gibdo]] on fire to burn its bandages off.


==Non-canon Appearances==
==''Tri Force Heroes''==
===Link: The Faces of Evil===
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These skeleton creatures wield two swords and will try to walk right up to Link, and slash at him with them. The attacks are incredibly slow and are very weak, making the Stalfos one of simplest enemies to defeat in the game. While they don't really travel in packs too often, they do tend to re-spawn. Link jusdt need to slash his sword once at the Stalfos and it will be defeated. Stalfos will almost always leave a single red [[Rupee|ruby]] behind as a reward. They can be found in [[Goronu (Area)|Goronu]] and [[Lupay (Area)|Lupay]].
 
==Non-Canon Appearances==
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===''The Faces of Evil''===
These skeleton creatures wield two swords and will try to walk right up to Link, and slash at him with them. The attacks are incredibly slow and are very weak, making the Stalfos one of the simplest enemies to defeat in the game. While they don't really travel in packs too often, they do tend to re-spawn. Link just needs to slash his sword once at the Stalfos and it will be defeated. Stalfos will almost always leave a single red [[Rupee|ruby]] behind as a reward. They can be found in Goronu and Lupay.


===Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon===
===''The Wand of Gamelon''===
Stalfos can be found patrolling the area of [[Sakado]] and [[Gohiyan Ship]]. They look like and act the same as the did in ''Link: The Faces of Evil''.  
Stalfos can be found patrolling the area of Sakado and Gohiyan Ship. They look like and act the same as they do in ''[[Link: The Faces of Evil|The Faces of Evil]]''.


===Battle Quest===
===''Battle Quest''===
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Stalfos make an appearance ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Battle Quest|Battle Quest]]''. They come up from underground and hold a shield, similar to that of [[Moblin]]s. Link will need to make precision sword attacks to defeat them. Stalfos will burrow underground and come up at another location.
Stalfos make an appearance in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Battle Quest|Battle Quest]]''. They come up from underground and hold a shield, similar to that of [[Moblin]]s. Link will need to make precision sword attacks to defeat them. Stalfos will burrow underground and come up at another location.
 
===''Hyrule Warriors''===
Stalfos are a common enemy in ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]'', with the [[Stalmaster]] being their tougher soldiers.


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File:Stalfos-LoZ-Art-2.png|Stalfos Artwork from [[Million Publications The Legend of Zelda Strategy Guide|Million Publications Strategy Guide]] for ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''.
File:Stalfos-LoZ-Art-2.png|Artwork from ''[[Million Publications The Legend of Zelda Strategy Guide]]''
File:Stalfos-LoZ-Sprite.png|Stalfos Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''.
File:Stalfos-LoZ-Sprite.png|Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''
File:Stalfos-Art1-AOL.png|Stalfos Official Artwork from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''.
File:Stalfos TAoL Art.png|Official artwork from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''
File:Stalfos-Art2-AOL.png|Stalfos Artwork from [[Futabasha The Adventure of Link Strategy Guide|Futabasha Strategy Guide]] for ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''.
File:Stalfos-Art2-AOL.png|Artwork from ''[[Futabasha The Adventure of Link Strategy Guide]]''
File:StalfosRed-Sprite-AOL.png|Red Stalfos Sprite from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''.
File:StalfosRed-Sprite-AOL.png|Red Stalfos sprite from ''The Adventure of Link''
File:StalfosBlue-Sprite-AOL.png|Blue Stalfos Sprite from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''.
File:StalfosBlue-Sprite-AOL.png|Blue Stalfos sprite from ''The Adventure of Link''
File:Stalfos-Knight-2.png|[[Stalfos Knight]] Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.
File:Stalfos-Knight-2.png|[[Stalfos Knight]] sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''
File:Stalfos-ALTTP-Blue-2.png|[[Stalfos (A Link to the Past)|Blue Stalfos]] Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.
File:Stalfos-ALTTP-Blue-2.png|Blue Stalfos sprite from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Stalfos-ALTTP-Red-1.png|Red Stalfos Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.
File:Stalfos-ALTTP-Red-1.png|Red Stalfos sprite from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Stalfos-LA-Artwork.png|Stalfos Artwork from 'The Legend of Zelda 4 Koma Manga Kingdom'' Volume 2.
File:Stalfos-LA-Artwork.png|Artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda 4 Koma Manga Kingdom'' Volume 2
File:Stalfos-Orange-LA-Sprite.png|Orange Stalfos Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'', and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''.
File:Stalfos-Orange-LA-Sprite.png|Orange Stalfos sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX|Link's Awakening DX]]'', ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'', and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''
File:Stalfos-Green-LA-Sprite.png|Green Stalfos Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''.
File:Stalfos-Green-LA-Sprite.png|Green Stalfos sprite from ''Link's Awakening DX'' and ''Oracle of Seasons''
File:Stalfos-Blue-Oracle-Sprite.png|Blue Stalfos Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''.
File:Stalfos-Blue-Oracle-Sprite.png|Blue Stalfos sprite from ''Oracle of Seasons'' and ''Oracle of Ages''
File:Stalfos-Red-Oracle-Sprite.png|Red Stalfos Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''.
File:Stalfos-Red-Oracle-Sprite.png|Red Stalfos sprite from ''Oracle of Seasons''
File:Stalfos_(Ocarina_of_Time).png|Stalfos artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''.
File:Stalfos (Ocarina of Time).png|Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''
File:StalfosOoT.png|Stalfos model from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''.
File:StalfosOoT.png|Model from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Stalfos-Beta-OOT.jpg|Stalfos model in beta version of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''.
File:Stalfos-Beta-OOT.jpg|A Stalfos in the beta version of ''Ocarina of Time''
File:StalfosBig.gif|Stalfos artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''.
File:TWW-Stalfos.png|Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''
File:Stalfos_Artwork_%28Twilight_Princess%29.png|Stalfos artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''.
File:FSA-Stalfos.png|Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''
File:Stalfos.PH.gif|Stalfos from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''.
File:StalfosMC.gif|Red and Blue Stalfos sprites from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''
File:Stalfos-Fan-Artwork.png|Fan Artwork of a Stalfos from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'' created by [http://timoteilol.deviantart.com/ timoteilol].
File:Figurine Stalfos (TMC).gif|[[Figurines#The Minish Cap|Figurine]] from ''The Minish Cap''
File:Stalfos.png|Stalfos as they appear in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''.
File:TP-Stalfos.png|Model from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''
File:Stalfos-CDi.png|Stalfos Sprite from ''[[Link: The Faces of Evil|The Faces of Evil]]'' and ''[[Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon|The Wand of Gamelon]]''.
File:Stalfos Artwork (Twilight Princess).png|Artwork from ''Twilight Princess''
File:Stalfos.PH.gif|Stalfos in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''
File:PH-Stalfos.png|Model from ''Phantom Hourglass''
File:Stalfos.png|Model from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''
File:Stalfos - SSB3DS Trophy with EU-AUS text.png|Trophy from ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U|Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]''
File:Stalfos-CDi.png|Sprite from ''[[Link: The Faces of Evil|The Faces of Evil]]'' and ''[[Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon|The Wand of Gamelon]]''
File:Stalfos from gerudo.png|A Stalfos in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Battle Quest|Battle Quest]]''
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Stalfos

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Attacks

Link's Awakening
Green Stalfos
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Orange Stalfos
1-2 Heart.png Bone Club
1-2 Heart.png Contact
Ocarina of Time
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Oracle of Seasons
Blue Stalfos
1-2 Heart.png Contact
Green Stalfos
1-2 Heart.png Contact
1-2 Heart.png Body Slam
Orange Stalfos
1-2 Heart.png Bone
1-2 Heart.png Contact
Red Stalfos
1-2 Heart.png Contact
Oracle of Ages
Blue Stalfos
1-2 Heart.png Contact
Orange Stalfos
1-2 Heart.png Bone
1-2 Heart.png Contact
The Wind Waker
1-2 Heart.png Club
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Effective
Weapons

Link's Awakening
Sword - 2 hits
Koholint Sword - 1 hit
Boomerang - 1 hit
Bombs - 1 hit
Bow - 1 hit
Hookshot - 1 hit
Pegasus Boots - 1 hit
Oracle of Seasons
Blue Stalfos
Sword - 1 hit
Green Stalfos
Sword - 2 hits
Orange Stalfos
Sword - 2 hits
Red Stalfos
Sword - 2 hits
Oracle of Ages
Blue Stalfos
Sword - 1 hit
Orange Stalfos
Sword - 2 hits
In General
Sword
Bomb
Ball and Chain

Stalfos are recurring enemies in The Legend of Zelda series. They are large skeletal warriors, and are usually fairly difficult to defeat. Sometimes they are weaponless, and sometimes they wield large swords and shields (with the exception of The Wind Waker, where they wield large spiked clubs). They are usually found in dungeons.

The Legend of Zelda

The original appearance of the Stalfos is probably actually the easiest version to defeat as well. They are found right away in Level 1. They deal a half a heart of damage, and only take a few slashes to defeat. They wield two swords and often have keys embedded into their ribcage.[1][2] In the Second Quest, Stalfos shoot a beam sword, similar to that of Link's sword beam.

The Adventure of Link

The Stalfos of this game are armed with a sword and shield with no armor. They come in two colors, a Red Stalfos and a Blue Stalfos, with the blue one being the stronger of the two. The red Stalfos attack simply by swinging their sword and can be defeated by a sword slash while crouching. The blue Stalfos has the same attack, but can also jump and down-thrust in mid-jump. Link defeats them the same way as he would a red Stalfos.

Enemy Data

Red Stalfos
StalfosRed-Sprite-AOL.png Experience Points 30
Item Drop Red Magic Jar or 200 exp Point Bag
Enemy Habitat Parapa Palace
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Blue Stalfos
StalfosBlue-Sprite-AOL.png Experience Points 50
Item Drop Red Magic Jar or 200 exp Point Bag
Enemy Habitat Midoro Palace
Palace on the Sea
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A Link to the Past

Main article: Stalfos (A Link to the Past)
Main article: Stalfos Knight

Stalfos in A Link to the Past come in multiple variations and colors. Smaller Stalfos come in both Red and Blue and jump away from Link when he draws near. Some of these Stalfos toss bones toward Link if he strikes to attack them. The second type comes in the form of Stalfos Knights. These skeletons are significantly larger and first appear within the Ice Palace.

Link's Awakening

A change to the usual Stalfos, the type that appears in Link's Awakening wields no sword and prefers to jump or throw bone-like projectiles at Link. They come in two variants: A Green Stalfos and Orange Stalfos.

Green Stalfos

These skeletal enemies slowly travel around the room, ready for battle. When Link approaches a Green Stalfos, it launches itself into the air and tries to stomp down on him. Quickly dodge their stomp attacks by moving away, then turn around and try to attack swiftly with the Sword. Spin Attacks may be useful when trying to defeat this Stalfos.

Orange Stalfos

Orange Stalfos wander the room like the green variety, but instead of jumping on Link, they jump away from him. When it lands, it throws a bone club at Link. Be ready to avoid its club since it is one of the few projectiles that can travel diagonally. Attacking from a distance may be a good idea when fighting an Orange Stalfos.

Ocarina of Time

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Stalfos
Lure it close to you and watch its
movement carefully! Attack it when
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Stalfos from Ocarina of Time

These skeletal warriors make their return from previous Zelda titles. Watch out for their jump attack, which can do a great deal more damage to Link than their regular sword attacks. Use Z-targeting to get close while using the Shield, then take a quick stab as soon as Link sees them let their shield down. Try to circle around them when they jump at Link. Also, if Link gets right in their face, he can easily "force them" to attack and get a quick stab in. If done right, Link can take them out very quickly this way. They are found in the Forest Temple, the Water Temple, the Shadow Temple, the Spirit Temple, and in Ganon's Castle.

Many of their sword techniques mimic Link's (i.e. the Jump Attack). This enemy can be prevented from jumping at Link with a sword slash by keeping the Shield up, holding Z and keeping as close to it as possible because it may jump and mid-air slash at Link if he is too far away.

A superstition exists with the Kokiri where if any adult becomes lost in the Lost Woods, they will turn into one of these creatures. This supposedly happens to the Master Craftsman's Son in the Trading Sequence when Fado gives Link the Poacher's Saw.

Majora's Mask

Only three Stalfos appear within the game as mini-bosses. They are Igos du Ikana and his lackeys.[3]

Oracle of Seasons & Oracle of Ages

The Stalfos here appear in the same fashion as they do in Link's Awakening.

Four Swords

The Stalfos follow the same attack pattern as A Link to the Past

The Wind Waker

These Stalfos that appear in The Wind Waker are large, skeletal enemies and they are probably larger in The Wind Waker than they are in any other Zelda title. To defeat Stalfos, Link has to hit them with the Sword to break their bodies into bones, then slash away at the bouncing skull. An easier way to defeat a Stalfos in The Wind Waker is to use a Bomb to quickly demolish their bodies, then stun the bouncing skull with the Boomerang and then finally finish it with the Skull Hammer.

Four Swords Adventures

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The Minish Cap

In The Minish Cap, Stalfos are found in red and blue varieties. The blue Stalfos walk toward Link and hop away when he swings the Sword at them. They can be defeated by cornering them and slashing at them or forcing them to jump down a hole. Red Stalfos usually stand a distance away from Link and hurl bones at him. They can be defeated by simply slashing them. An effective way to defeat Stalfos in The Minish Cap is to use the Cane of Pacci or the Gust Jar to suck or flip their heads off.

Twilight Princess

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In Twilight Princess, Stalfos are skeletons that wield a sword, shield, and minor armor, much like they do in Ocarina of Time. They can be found in the Arbiter's Grounds. In order to take them out, Link must first defeat them in a sword fight, then bomb their remains that they crumble into once he has hit them enough times. One good strategy for taking out multiple Stalfos simultaneously is to simply to fire Bomb Arrows at them from afar to instantly defeat them. Alternatively, Link can strike these enemies with the Ball and Chain to instantly defeat them.

Phantom Hourglass

The Stalfos that appear in Phantom Hourglass appear as a collection of bones on the ground. Once Link draws near, the bones form a skeleton enemy and begin to throw bones toward Link. Stalfos are quite agile and jump away if Link tries to strike them with the Sword. Use the Jump Attack with the Sword. Alternatively, the Grappling Hook, Bombs, and the Boomerang work wonders against these boney foes. There is also another variety that wears hats, uses a sword, and is much more difficult to deal with. The Hammer also dispatches Stalfos in one hit.

Spirit Tracks

These Stalfos have the same design as they do in Phantom Hourglass. The Stalfos that wield swords also return, now called Stalfos Warrior. Occasionally, they drop Stalfos Skulls when defeated.

Skyward Sword

Stalfos from Skyward Sword
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The Stalfos in Skyward Sword are skeleton-like enemies that wield two large swords which they use both to block and to attack. Link must attack from specific directions that are unprotected, requiring good timing and accurate sword slashes.

Stalfos have three main attacks. They quickly swing one sword horizontally, perform a cross-chop with both swords, or raise both swords above its head in preparation for a powerful two-part attack. The Stalfos is defenseless while its swords are above its head, so this is Link's chance to run around behind it and slash away. There is also a more powerful version of Stalfos with four arms and more life called Stalmaster.

A Stalfos is the mini-boss of Skyview Temple. When Link returns for the Sacred Water, three appear in the room where he fought Ghirahim.

A Link Between Worlds

Stalfos return with a more traditional style of combat. Stalfos attempt to dodge a slash attack by jumping away from Link. If Link follows and slashes again fast enough, he will land a hit and can then move on to attack. If too slow, Stalfos will jump away, and if Link makes no attempt to follow Stalfos, they will attack by throwing bones at him. They return in two colors, but are the same in terms of combat style, simply dealing more damage and having more health. It is advised to attack with ranged items as they deal good amounts of damage and Stalfos rarely dodge item attacks, though some items (such as the Hookshot) have no effect. A Stalfos can be uncovered by setting a Gibdo on fire to burn its bandages off.

Tri Force Heroes

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Non-Canon Appearances

This section describes a subject that is or may be outside the core Zelda canon.

The Faces of Evil

These skeleton creatures wield two swords and will try to walk right up to Link, and slash at him with them. The attacks are incredibly slow and are very weak, making the Stalfos one of the simplest enemies to defeat in the game. While they don't really travel in packs too often, they do tend to re-spawn. Link just needs to slash his sword once at the Stalfos and it will be defeated. Stalfos will almost always leave a single red ruby behind as a reward. They can be found in Goronu and Lupay.

The Wand of Gamelon

Stalfos can be found patrolling the area of Sakado and Gohiyan Ship. They look like and act the same as they do in The Faces of Evil.

Battle Quest

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These monsters are made of nothing but bones. Sometimes it seems like they vanish into the ground and warp through the earth. Did I mention that bones are scary?

Stalfos make an appearance in Battle Quest. They come up from underground and hold a shield, similar to that of Moblins. Link will need to make precision sword attacks to defeat them. Stalfos will burrow underground and come up at another location.

Hyrule Warriors

Stalfos are a common enemy in Hyrule Warriors, with the Stalmaster being their tougher soldiers.

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References

  1. "These skeleton soldiers will come at you with a two-handed sword. They may look menacing, but they can be easily defeated.", The Legend of Zelda Instruction Booklet (US GBA Version), pg. 26
  2. "A skeleton that's got a sword in each hand. Little attacking power.", The Legend of Zelda Instruction Booklet (US NES Version), pg. 35
  3. "Trick the king into thinking he's seeing a child-sized version of Captain Keeta by wearing the Captain's Hat during your bone-rattling battle with the skeletal Stalfos knights and Igos himself." — The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask Official Nintendo Player's Guide, pg. 419