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| name    = Blade Trap
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| image  = [[File:Blade-Trap-LoZ-Art.png|200px]]<br>Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''
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'''''A Link to the Past'''''
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''
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''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''
'''''Ocarina of Time'''''
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''
[[Dodongo's Cavern]]<br/>[[Shadow Temple]]<br/>[[Spirit Temple]]<br/>[[Ganon's Castle]]<br/>[[Gerudo Training Grounds]]
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''
'''''Link's Awakening'''''
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''
[[Tail Cave]]<br/>[[Bottle Grotto]]<br/>[[Catfish's Maw]]<br/>[[Face Shrine]]<br/>[[Eagle's Tower]]<br/>[[Turtle Rock (Link's Awakening)|Turtle Rock]]
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]''
'''''Skyward Sword'''''
''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|Wind Waker]]''
[[Lanayru Gorge]]
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''
'''''A Link Between Worlds'''''
''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|Minish Cap]]''
[[Tower of Hera (A Link Between Worlds)|Tower of Hera]]
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''
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''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''
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''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''
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The '''Blade Trap''' is an inanimate enemy first introduced in ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''. It has appeared in every game to date with the exception of ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''.
'''Blade Traps''' are recurring traps in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. It has appeared in every game to date with the exception of ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''.


===The Legend of Zelda===
==''The Legend of Zelda''==
These traps appear in the corners of some rooms in [[dungeon]]s. When [[Link]] crosses their path, they fly towards him until they hit each other or another obstacle, then retract to their original position. They cannot be defeated because they're essentially an obstacle.
Blade Traps appear in the corners of some rooms in dungeons. When [[Link]] crosses their path, they fly toward him until they hit each other or another obstacle, then retract to their original position. They cannot be defeated because they are essentially an obstacle.


===A Link to the Past===
==''A Link to the Past''==
[[File:Blade-Trap-1.png|left]]In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', Blade Traps first appear within the [[Dark Palace]]. Unlike their ''Legend of Zelda'' counterparts, the Blade Traps in ''A Link to the Past'' will move by themselves, not needing to be triggered by Link's movements. Often times they'll appear in bunches, just moving horizontally back and forth in a small room. Link can often times push blocks or hit [[Crystal Switch]]es, causing blocks to rise and changing the area in which the Blade Traps can reach.
[[File:Blade-Trap-1.png|left]]In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', Blade Traps first appear within the [[Dark Palace (A Link to the Past)|Dark Palace]]. Unlike their ''The Legend of Zelda'' counterparts, the Blade Traps in ''A Link to the Past'' move by themselves, not needing to be triggered by Link's movements. Often they appear in bunches, just moving horizontally back and forth in a small room. Link can often push blocks or hit [[Crystal Switch]]es, causing blocks to rise and changing the area in which the Blade Traps can reach.


Blade Traps cannot be defeated and they are usually just obstacles that Link needs to get by. In some cases, such as within [[Ganon's Tower]], there are tons of Blade Traps in a particular room. Link can use the [[Magic Cape]] to safely sneak by these traps as they will not be able to harm Link when the Cape is being worn. If Link does get hit by one of these traps, he will lose a full heart in damage.
Blade Traps cannot be defeated and they are usually just obstacles that Link needs to get by. In some cases, such as within [[Ganon's Tower (A Link to the Past)|Ganon's Tower]], there are tons of Blade Traps in a particular room. Link can use the [[Magic Cape]] to safely sneak by these traps as they will not be able to harm Link when the Cape is being worn. If Link does get hit by one of these traps, he loses a full heart in damage.


====Giant Blade Trap====
===Giant Blade Trap===
In the [[Ice Palace]] of ''A Link to the Past'', Link will encounter a Giant Blade Trap. This large trap starts at a set location within the room and when Link walks by, it will trigger the trap. Its actions make the Giant Blade Trap more in line with the Blade Traps from ''The Legend of Zelda'' than the normal Blade Traps from A Link to the Past.
In the [[Ice Palace]] of ''A Link to the Past'', Link encounters a Giant Blade Trap. This large trap starts at a set location within the room and when Link walks by, it triggers the trap. Its actions make the Giant Blade Trap more in line with the Blade Traps from ''The Legend of Zelda'' than the normal Blade Traps from ''A Link to the Past''.


Unlike the standard Blade Traps, these giant ones move rather slowly. However, their large size allows them to cover more ground. Link can use either the [[Magic Cape]] or the [[Cane of Byrna]], allowing him to walk right through a Giant Blade Trap.
Unlike the standard Blade Traps, these giant ones move rather slowly. However, their large size allows them to cover more ground. Link can use either the [[Magic Cape]] or the [[Cane of Byrna]], allowing him to walk right through a Giant Blade Trap.


===Link's Awakening===
==''Link's Awakening''==
Blade Traps can be found in dungeons around [[Koholint Island]]. They have the same function as they did in ''The Legend of Zelda'', and can be jumped over with [[Roc's Feather]].
Blade Traps are found in dungeons around [[Koholint Island]]. They have the same function as they do in ''The Legend of Zelda'', and can be jumped over with [[Roc's Feather]].


===Ocarina of Time===
==''Ocarina of Time''==
These spiked obstacles are invulnerable and come in two varieties: ones that move in a set path and ones that ambush you if you get close. Either way, they cannot be defeated, so just wait for them to get on the far side of you and sneak past. In some puzzles, you can use blocks or statues to put in their path so they don't have much wiggle room. They appear in [[Dodongo's Cavern]], the [[Ice Cavern]], the [[Water Temple]], the [[Shadow Temple]], the [[Spirit Temple]], and [[Ganon's Castle]].
Blade Traps are invulnerable and come in two varieties: ones that move in a set path and ones that ambush Link if he gets close. Either way, they cannot be defeated, so just wait for them to get on the far side of Link and sneak past. In some puzzles, Link can use blocks or statues to put in their path so they do not have much wiggle room. They appear in [[Dodongo's Cavern]], [[Ice Cavern (Ocarina of Time)|Ice Cavern]], [[Water Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Water Temple]], [[Shadow Temple]], [[Spirit Temple]], and [[Ganon's Castle]].


===Majora's Mask===
==''Majora's Mask''==
Blades Traps appear and function in the same manner as in ''Ocarina of Time''.   They are found [[Beneath the Well]].   
Blade Traps appear and function in the same manner as in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''. They are found [[Beneath the Well]].   


===Oracle of Seasons===
==''Oracle of Seasons''==
There are 4 different types of Blade Traps featured within ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''.
There are four different types of Blade Traps in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''.


====Blue Trap====
===Blue Trap===
These work the same like the traps from ''The Legend of Zelda'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''.
These work the same as the traps from ''The Legend of Zelda'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''.


====Green Trap====
===Green Trap===
Unlike most of the other traps, this one doesn't slow down and retract. It continuously goes back and forth, making it a bit more difficult to pass, similar to the ones from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' except faster.
Unlike most of the other traps, this one does not slow down and retract. It continuously goes back and forth, making it a bit more difficult to pass, similar to the ones from ''Ocarina of Time'' except faster.


====Orange Trap====
===Orange Trap===
This is the fastest trap in the game, similar to the blue trap except when it's activated, it goes much faster, but retracts more slowly.
This is the fastest trap in the game, similar to the blue trap, except when it is activated, it goes much faster, but retracts more slowly.


====Giant Traps====
===Giant Traps===
These traps are much larger than normal traps and follow set paths. They come in red and orange colors.
These traps are much larger than normal traps and follow set paths. They come in red and orange colors.


===Oracle of Ages===
==''Oracle of Ages''==
There are 2 traps seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'', blue and green. They act exactly similarly to the blue and green traps from ''Oracle of Seasons''.
There are two Blade Traps in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'', blue and green. They act exactly like the blue and green traps from ''Oracle of Seasons''.


===Four Swords===
==''Four Swords''==
The Blade Traps found in ''Four Swords'' are very similar to other appearences. They only dash out at Link when he crosses their path, the kind that follows a set path is not present. Another enemy, similar to Blade Traps, can retract its blades when in rest. The latter enemy comes in two kinds: those that dash out at Link when he crosses their path, and those that chase him until he loses it, e.g. by placing a bush between Link and the blade. All the varieties are found throughout most of the stages, however, the [[Hero's Trial]] (in the anniversary edition) makes abundant use of them.
The Blade Traps found in ''Four Swords'' are very similar to other appearances. They only dash out at Link when he crosses their path, the kind that follows a set path is not present. Another enemy, similar to Blade Traps, can retract its blades when in rest. The latter enemy comes in two kinds: those that dash out at Link when he crosses their path, and those that chase him until he loses it, e.g. by placing a bush between Link and the blade. All varieties are found throughout most of the stages; however, the [[Hero's Trial]] (in the Anniversary Edition) makes abundant use of them.


===The Wind Waker===
==''The Wind Waker''==
Blade Traps appear in the [[Wind Temple]]. They are invulnerable and move back and forth. In order to make it past the room to get to the boss door with [[Makar]], blocks must be placed strategically so that they block the Blade Traps so that they don't get in your way.
Blade Traps appear in the [[Wind Temple]]. They are invulnerable and move back and forth. In order to make it past the room to get to the boss door with [[Makar]], blocks must be placed strategically so that they block the Blade Traps so that they do not get in Link's way.


===Four Swords Adventures===
==''Four Swords Adventures''==
Blade Traps in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' are the same as their ''Four Swords'' counterparts.
Blade Traps in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' are the same as their ''Four Swords'' counterparts.


===The Minish Cap===
==''The Minish Cap''==
Blade Traps are officially referred to as traps in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''. The Blue variant follows a motion controlled path and will follow Link if he crosses certain points. Green traps travel along a set line and are located only in dungeons.
Blade Traps are officially referred to as Traps in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''. The Blue variant follows a motion controlled path and follows Link if he crosses certain points. Green traps travel along a set line and are located only in dungeons.


===Twilight Princess===
==''Twilight Princess''==
Blade Traps appear in the [[Temple of Time (Dungeon)|Temple of Time]]. They are very similar to their other appearances because they are basically a moving obstacle. However, this is the first and only time that they are destructible. By taking control of the huge statue and its hammer, one swing obliterates a Blade Trap.
Blade Traps appear in the [[Temple of Time (Dungeon)|Temple of Time]]. They are very similar to their other appearances because they are basically a moving obstacle. However, this is the first and only time they are destructible. By taking control of the huge statue and its hammer, one swing obliterates a Blade Trap.


===Phantom Hourglass===
==''Phantom Hourglass''==
Blade Traps look and behave just like all the other ones. They are found in the [[Temple of Courage]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''.
Blade Traps look and behave just like all the other ones. They are found in the [[Temple of Courage]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]''.


===Spirit Tracks===
==''Spirit Tracks''==
Blade Traps look and behave just like all the other ones. They are found in the [[Fire Temple (Spirit Tracks)|Fire Temple]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''.
Blade Traps look and behave just like all the other ones. They are found in the [[Fire Temple (Spirit Tracks)|Fire Temple]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''.


===Skyward Sword===
==''Skyward Sword''==
The Blade Traps featured in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' can only be encountered when a [[Timeshift Stone]] is activated. These enemies can be found specifically in [[Lanayru Gorge]] when delivering a Timeshift Stone to [[Lanayru (Dragon)|Lanayru]] to learn the [[Song of the Hero]].
The Blade Traps in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' can only be encountered when a [[Timeshift Stone]] is activated. These enemies can be found specifically in [[Lanayru Gorge]] when delivering a Timeshift Stone to [[Lanayru (Dragon)|Lanayru]] to learn the [[Song of the Hero]].
 
==''A Link Between Worlds''==
Blade Traps in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]'' function similarly to those in ''A Link to the Past''. They do not react to Link's movement, but instead move on fixed paths. They make an appearance in the [[Tower of Hera (A Link Between Worlds)|Tower of Hera]] where they can be ignored by merging with the wall. The animation shows the Blade Trap constantly spinning even when it stops moving.
 
===Trivia===
* Observing the Blade Trap after merging with a wall allows players to see that the Blade Trap is not actually on the ground, but levitating above.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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<gallery>
File:Blade-Trap-LoZ-Art-2.png|Blade Trap Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''
File:Blade-Trap-LoZ-Art-2.png|Blade Trap Artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:Blade-Trap-LoZ-Sprite.png|Blade Trap Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''
File:Blade-Trap-LoZ-Sprite.png|Blade Trap Sprite from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:Giant-Blade-Trap.png|Giant Blade Trap from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.
File:Giant-Blade-Trap.png|Giant Blade Trap from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Blade-Trap-LA-Sprite.png|Blade Trap Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''
File:Blade-Trap-LA-Sprite.png|Blade Trap Sprite from ''Link's Awakening''
File:OoTBladeTrap.png|Blade Trap Model from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''
File:Blade-Trap-Ocarina.png|Blade Trap Model from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Blade-Trap-Blue-Oracle-Sprite.png|Blue Blade Trap Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''
File:Blade-Trap-Blue-Oracle-Sprite.png|Blue Blade Trap Sprite from ''Oracle of Seasons'' and ''Oracle of Ages''
File:Blade-Trap-Green-Oracle-Sprite.png|Green Blade Trap Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''
File:Blade-Trap-Green-Oracle-Sprite.png|Green Blade Trap Sprite from ''Oracle of Seasons'' and ''Oracle of Ages''
File:Blade-Trap-Orange-Oracle-Sprite.png|Orange Blade Trap Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''
File:Blade-Trap-Orange-Oracle-Sprite.png|Orange Blade Trap Sprite from ''Oracle of Seasons''
File:Blade-Trap-Giant-Oracle-Sprite.png|Giant Blade Trap Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''
File:Blade-Trap-Giant-Oracle-Sprite.png|Giant Blade Trap Sprite from ''Oracle of Seasons'' and ''Oracle of Ages''
File:Blade-Trap-Red-Giant-Oracle-Sprite.png|Red Giant Blade Trap Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''
File:Blade-Trap-Red-Giant-Oracle-Sprite.png|Red Giant Blade Trap Sprite from ''Oracle of Seasons''
File:Blade_Trap_(Four_Swords).gif|Blade Trap Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]''
File:Blade_Trap_(Four_Swords).gif|Blade Trap Sprite from ''Four Swords''
File:Bladetrap.jpg|Blade Trap Model from [[Arbiter's Grounds]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''
File:Blade-Trap-TWW.png|Blade Trap Model from ''The Wind Waker''
File:BladeTrap-SS.png|Blade Trap Model from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''
File:Trap.gif|Trap Sprite from ''The Minish Cap''
File:Bladetrap.jpg|Blade Trap Model from Arbiter's Grounds in ''Twilight Princess''
File:Totbladetrap.png|Blade Trap Model from Temple of Time in ''Twilight Princess''
File:Blade-Trap.png|Blade Trap Model from ''Phantom Hourglass''
File:BladeTrap-SS.png|Blade Trap Model from ''Skyward Sword''
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</gallery>


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Blade Traps are recurring traps in The Legend of Zelda series. It has appeared in every game to date with the exception of The Adventure of Link.

The Legend of Zelda

Blade Traps appear in the corners of some rooms in dungeons. When Link crosses their path, they fly toward him until they hit each other or another obstacle, then retract to their original position. They cannot be defeated because they are essentially an obstacle.

A Link to the Past

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In A Link to the Past, Blade Traps first appear within the Dark Palace. Unlike their The Legend of Zelda counterparts, the Blade Traps in A Link to the Past move by themselves, not needing to be triggered by Link's movements. Often they appear in bunches, just moving horizontally back and forth in a small room. Link can often push blocks or hit Crystal Switches, causing blocks to rise and changing the area in which the Blade Traps can reach.

Blade Traps cannot be defeated and they are usually just obstacles that Link needs to get by. In some cases, such as within Ganon's Tower, there are tons of Blade Traps in a particular room. Link can use the Magic Cape to safely sneak by these traps as they will not be able to harm Link when the Cape is being worn. If Link does get hit by one of these traps, he loses a full heart in damage.

Giant Blade Trap

In the Ice Palace of A Link to the Past, Link encounters a Giant Blade Trap. This large trap starts at a set location within the room and when Link walks by, it triggers the trap. Its actions make the Giant Blade Trap more in line with the Blade Traps from The Legend of Zelda than the normal Blade Traps from A Link to the Past.

Unlike the standard Blade Traps, these giant ones move rather slowly. However, their large size allows them to cover more ground. Link can use either the Magic Cape or the Cane of Byrna, allowing him to walk right through a Giant Blade Trap.

Link's Awakening

Blade Traps are found in dungeons around Koholint Island. They have the same function as they do in The Legend of Zelda, and can be jumped over with Roc's Feather.

Ocarina of Time

Blade Traps are invulnerable and come in two varieties: ones that move in a set path and ones that ambush Link if he gets close. Either way, they cannot be defeated, so just wait for them to get on the far side of Link and sneak past. In some puzzles, Link can use blocks or statues to put in their path so they do not have much wiggle room. They appear in Dodongo's Cavern, Ice Cavern, Water Temple, Shadow Temple, Spirit Temple, and Ganon's Castle.

Majora's Mask

Blade Traps appear and function in the same manner as in Ocarina of Time. They are found Beneath the Well.

Oracle of Seasons

There are four different types of Blade Traps in Oracle of Seasons.

Blue Trap

These work the same as the traps from The Legend of Zelda and Link's Awakening.

Green Trap

Unlike most of the other traps, this one does not slow down and retract. It continuously goes back and forth, making it a bit more difficult to pass, similar to the ones from Ocarina of Time except faster.

Orange Trap

This is the fastest trap in the game, similar to the blue trap, except when it is activated, it goes much faster, but retracts more slowly.

Giant Traps

These traps are much larger than normal traps and follow set paths. They come in red and orange colors.

Oracle of Ages

There are two Blade Traps in Oracle of Ages, blue and green. They act exactly like the blue and green traps from Oracle of Seasons.

Four Swords

The Blade Traps found in Four Swords are very similar to other appearances. They only dash out at Link when he crosses their path, the kind that follows a set path is not present. Another enemy, similar to Blade Traps, can retract its blades when in rest. The latter enemy comes in two kinds: those that dash out at Link when he crosses their path, and those that chase him until he loses it, e.g. by placing a bush between Link and the blade. All varieties are found throughout most of the stages; however, the Hero's Trial (in the Anniversary Edition) makes abundant use of them.

The Wind Waker

Blade Traps appear in the Wind Temple. They are invulnerable and move back and forth. In order to make it past the room to get to the boss door with Makar, blocks must be placed strategically so that they block the Blade Traps so that they do not get in Link's way.

Four Swords Adventures

Blade Traps in Four Swords Adventures are the same as their Four Swords counterparts.

The Minish Cap

Blade Traps are officially referred to as Traps in The Minish Cap. The Blue variant follows a motion controlled path and follows Link if he crosses certain points. Green traps travel along a set line and are located only in dungeons.

Twilight Princess

Blade Traps appear in the Temple of Time. They are very similar to their other appearances because they are basically a moving obstacle. However, this is the first and only time they are destructible. By taking control of the huge statue and its hammer, one swing obliterates a Blade Trap.

Phantom Hourglass

Blade Traps look and behave just like all the other ones. They are found in the Temple of Courage in Phantom Hourglass.

Spirit Tracks

Blade Traps look and behave just like all the other ones. They are found in the Fire Temple in Spirit Tracks.

Skyward Sword

The Blade Traps in Skyward Sword can only be encountered when a Timeshift Stone is activated. These enemies can be found specifically in Lanayru Gorge when delivering a Timeshift Stone to Lanayru to learn the Song of the Hero.

A Link Between Worlds

Blade Traps in A Link Between Worlds function similarly to those in A Link to the Past. They do not react to Link's movement, but instead move on fixed paths. They make an appearance in the Tower of Hera where they can be ignored by merging with the wall. The animation shows the Blade Trap constantly spinning even when it stops moving.

Trivia

  • Observing the Blade Trap after merging with a wall allows players to see that the Blade Trap is not actually on the ground, but levitating above.

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