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A Ball and Chain Trooper is an enemy in the The Legend of Zelda series frequently featured in 2D titles. A similar enemy known as Darkhammer can be found in Twilight Princess.
Appearances
A Link to the Past
Link first encounters this enemy as the Mini-Boss of the first part of the game in the Hyrule Castle Tower, guarding Princess Zelda's cell. This enemy also appears later in the game when Link revisits Hyrule Castle after getting the Master Sword.
The most effective method to defeat a Ball and Chain Trooper is to throw jars at it. It takes just two jars to defeat one. Link can also incorporate a hit and run tactic. Run to it, hit it, and run before its swinging ball and chain has a chance to hit Link. Ball and Chain Troopers take several hits, but taking his time with a hit and run tactic is better than all-out-attacking, since it can quickly defeat Link if he does this.
Link's Awakening
The Ball and Chain Trooper, known as the Knight,[1] is a Mini-Boss found only once in Kanalet Castle. Link must defeat him, as he guards one of the Golden Leaves that he must retrieve. This enemy can be a difficult foe due to its long-range weapon. Before attacking, it swings the ball and chain above its head slightly faster than normal. It is best to move in to attack it as soon as it pulls back its weapon. The Spin Attack is an effective strategy, since Link has plenty of time to charge it while waiting for him to attack. A few other methods to defeat him include the long-range arrows which can do wonders here. Link can also throw a Bomb towards him to defeat him.
Oracle Games
Four Swords
Four Swords Adventures
The Minish Cap
Ball and Chain Troopers are called Ball and Chain Soldiers in The Minish Cap. They can be found in the Palace of Winds and Dark Hyrule Castle. They swing their spiked ball and chain in a circle while slowly walking around and hurls it at Link when he is in range. Link can use the Shield to protect himself from the ball. Once they swing it out at Link, he has a few seconds to run up and strike them.
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Appears in the Palace of Winds and Dark Hyrule Castle. They're not fast but that iron ball is a bruiser! Try to hit them after they swing the ball. |
Twilight Princess
- Main article: Darkhammer
There is only one Ball and Chain Trooper found throughout Twilight Princess called Darkhammer, and it serves as the Mini-Boss of the Snowpeak Ruins.
A Link Between Worlds
Ball and Chain Troopers are first encountered within the upper floors of Hyrule Castle. They appear like their predecessors from A Link to the Past, in which they whip around a large ball and chain. Link can quickly run in and deliver a sword slash to attack the enemy, or use a long-range weapon to prevent taking damage.
In Lorule Castle, more powerful Ball and Chain Troopers can be found. These soldiers are donned in dark armor and carry a ball and chain that is lit on fire. These enemies are much more difficult to defeat, but the Ice Rod can be effective in stunning them to get a few hits in at a time.
Gallery
Gold Ball and Chain Trooper from A Link to the Past
Ball and Chain Trooper Sprite from Link's Awakening
References
- ↑ "Knight" — Link's Awakening Nintendo Player's Guide, pg. 102