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| use      = Attack enemies<br/>Activate switches
| use      = Attacking enemies<br/>Activating switches
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The '''Bow''' is a ranged weapon with great power found throughout [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. It is a recurring weapon, appearing in most ''Zelda'' games, the exceptions being ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'', ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'', and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''. It can often be upgraded with new types of [[Arrow]]s and larger [[Quiver]]s. The perks of having a Bow is that Link can attack enemies from range, not having to engage in melee combat with them or activate switches which cannot be reached by the sword. However, the Bow is ammunition-based, so Link must keep supplying it with arrows.
'''Bows''' are recurring items in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. They can often be upgraded with new types of [[Arrow]]s and larger [[Quiver]]s. The perks of having a Bow is that [[Link]] can attack enemies from range, not having to engage in melee combat with them or activate switches which cannot be reached by the sword. However, Bows are ammunition-based, so Link must keep supplying them with arrows.


==Appearances==
==''The Legend of Zelda''==
===The Legend of Zelda===
The Bow is found in the first dungeon of ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'', [[Level 1: The Eagle]]. The Bow allows [[Link (The Legend of Zelda)|Link]] to fire off arrows at enemies. Before Link gains the ability to use it, he must first purchase the arrows from one of the [[Item Shop]]s for 80 [[Rupee]]s. Also, as opposed to possessing a limited number of arrows, firing an arrow drains Link's [[Wallet]] by one rupee.{{Ref|pg. 24|For every arrow Link shoots, he loses one [Rupee].|[[The Legend of Zelda Instruction Manual|''The Legend of Zelda'' Instruction Booklet]]}} The Bow is required to complete the game, because it is the only weapon capable of defeating [[Gohma (The Legend of Zelda)|Gohma]], as well as [[Ganon]]. In the final dungeon of the game, [[Level 9: Death Mountain]], Link receives the [[Silver Arrow]]s, which do more damage and are required to defeat Ganon.
The Bow is found very early in ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''. In fact, it is found in the first dungeon of the game, [[Level 1: The Eagle]]. The Bow allows Link to fire off arrows at enemies. Before Link gains the ability to use it, he must first purchase the arrows from one of the [[Item Shop]]s for 80 [[Rupee]]s. Also, as opposed to possessing a limited number of arrows, firing an arrow drains Link's [[Wallet]] by one rupee.{{Ref|pg. 24|For every arrow Link shoots, he loses one [Rupee].|''[[The Legend of Zelda]] Game Manual''}} The Bow is required to complete the game, because it is the only weapon capable of defeating [[Gohma (The Legend of Zelda)|Gohma]], as well as [[Ganon]]. In the final dungeon of the game, [[Level 9: Death Mountain]], Link receives the [[Silver Arrow]]s, which do more damage and are required to defeat Ganon.


===A Link to the Past===
In the [[Second Quest]], the Bow is found in the [[Level 5 (Second Quest)|fifth dungeon]] of the game instead of the first.
{{Quote|Link later became known as the most skilled archer in all of [[Hyrule]], and historians believe that he found and first used the Bow and Arrow in the Eastern Palace. They were the most effective weapons to use against the fierce Armos Knights and several other enemies.|Nintendo Power Player's Guide}}
 
==''A Link to the Past''==
{{Quote|Link later became known as the most skilled archer in all of [[Hyrule]], and historians believe that he found and first used the Bow and Arrow in the Eastern Palace. They were the most effective weapons to use against the fierce Armos Knights and several other enemies.|[[A Link to the Past Nintendo Player's Guide]]}}


{{Quote|Bow & Arrows<br/>When Link acquires the Bow from the Big Chest in the Eastern Palace, he will need to begin building his supply of Arrows. Arrows can most easily be obtained by defeating enemies who use Arrows as their primary weapon. It's possible for him to carry many more than 30 Arrows, but he must visit the Fountain of Happiness.
{{Quote|Bow & Arrows<br/>When Link acquires the Bow from the Big Chest in the Eastern Palace, he will need to begin building his supply of Arrows. Arrows can most easily be obtained by defeating enemies who use Arrows as their primary weapon. It's possible for him to carry many more than 30 Arrows, but he must visit the Fountain of Happiness.
|Nintendo Power Player's Guide}}
|[[A Link to the Past Nintendo Player's Guide]]}}


Link obtains the Bow as the treasure of the [[Eastern Palace (A Link to the Past)|Eastern Palace]], also the first dungeon of the game. Link starts out with the ability to hold 30 arrows, but this amount can be increased by five if he donates 100 rupees to the [[Venus|Great Fairy]] in [[Lake Hylia]]. This is repeatable until Link reaches the maximum amount of 70. Similarly to the original ''The Legend of Zelda'', Link obtains the Silver Arrows inside the [[Pyramid of Power]], which do incredible amounts of damage and are needed to defeat Ganon.
[[File:Bow-ALttP-Sprite.png|left|42px|Bow Sprite from ''A Link to the Past'']]
[[Link (A Link to the Past)|Link]] obtains the Bow as the treasure of the [[Eastern Palace (A Link to the Past)|Eastern Palace]], also the first dungeon of the game. Link starts out with the ability to hold 30 arrows, but this amount can be increased by five if he donates 100 rupees to the [[Venus|Great Fairy]] in [[Lake Hylia]]. This is repeatable until Link reaches the maximum amount of 70. In a similar fashion to the original ''The Legend of Zelda'', Link obtains the [[Silver Arrows]] from the [[Cursed Fairy]] inside the [[Pyramid of Power]], which do incredible amounts of damage and are needed to defeat Ganon.


===Link's Awakening===
==''Link's Awakening''==
[[File:Bow_LA.png|left|''Bow Sprite from Link's Awakening'']]The Bow functions like it does in other 2D ''Zelda'' titles, but in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', Link can create a [[Bomb Arrow]] by dropping a bomb and firing an arrow at the same time. The Bow can be purchased from the [[Mabe Village]]'s [[Town Tool Shop|Shop]] for a whopping 980 rupees. It is possible to steal it by simply grabbing it and heading out the head. However, stealing from this shop will cause two annoying consequences. Firstly, for the rest of the game, Link will be called THIEF by everyone instead of the name chosen on the Select File Screen. Secondly, every time Link enters the shop after he has stolen an item, the shopkeeper will yell at Link and kill him.
[[File:Bow_LA.png|left|Bow Sprite from ''Link's Awakening'']]
The Bow functions like it does in other 2D ''Zelda'' titles, but in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', [[Link (A Link to the Past)#Link's Awakening|Link]] can create a [[Bomb Arrow]] by dropping a bomb and firing an arrow at the same time. The Bow can be purchased from the [[Mabe Village]]'s [[Town Tool Shop|Shop]] for a whopping 980 rupees. It is possible to steal it by simply grabbing it and heading out the head. However, stealing from this shop will cause two annoying consequences. Firstly, for the rest of the game, Link will be called THIEF by everyone instead of the name chosen on the Select File Screen. Secondly, every time Link enters the shop after he has stolen an item, the shopkeeper will yell at Link and kill him.


===Ocarina of Time===
==''Ocarina of Time''==
{{Main|Fairy Bow}}
{{Main|Fairy Bow}}
The [[Fairy Bow]] is found in the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''. Link receives [[Fire Arrow]]s by shooting at the sun above [[Lake Hylia]] and [[Ice Arrow]]s by completing the [[Gerudo Training Ground]]. Also, Link receives the [[Light Arrow]]s from [[Zelda|Princess Zelda]] once he has awakened all the [[Seven Sages]]. Using the Bow puts the user in a first-person perspective, and the arrows arc upwards somewhat. Link's original quiver can hold 30 arrows and can be upgraded to 40 and 50 at the [[Kakariko Village]] [[Shooting Gallery]] and the [[Horseback Archery]] mini-game, respectively.
[[File:Fairy Bow - OOT64 icon.png|left]]
The [[Fairy Bow]] is found in the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''. [[Link (Ocarina of Time)|Link]] receives [[Fire Arrow]]s by shooting at the sun above [[Lake Hylia]] and [[Ice Arrow]]s by completing the [[Gerudo Training Ground]]. Also, Link receives the [[Light Arrow]]s from [[Zelda (Ocarina of Time)|Princess Zelda]] once he has awakened all the [[Seven Sages]]. Using the Bow puts the user in a first-person perspective, and the arrows arc upwards somewhat. Link's original quiver can hold 30 arrows and can be upgraded to 40 and 50 in the [[Kakariko Village (Ocarina of Time)|Kakariko Village]] [[Shooting Gallery]] and the [[Horseback Archery]] mini-game, respectively.


===Majora's Mask===
==''Majora's Mask''==
{{Main|Hero's Bow}}
{{Main|Hero's Bow}}
The Hero's Bow is obtained in the [[Woodfall Temple]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''. It functions in exactly the same way as ''Ocarina of Time's'' Fairy Bow, with the only difference being in its appearance. Link also gets new types of arrows in every dungeon. Link acquires the [[Fire Arrow]]s in the [[Snowhead Temple]], [[Ice Arrow]]s in the [[Great Bay Temple]], and [[Light Arrow]]s in the [[Stone Tower Temple]]. There are two Shooting Galleries, one in [[Clock Town|East Clock Town]] and another in the [[Southern Swamp]]. Beating either upgrades Link's quiver once.
The Hero's Bow is obtained in the [[Woodfall Temple]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''. It functions in exactly the same way as ''Ocarina of Time's'' Fairy Bow, with the only difference being in its appearance. [[Link (Ocarina of Time)#Majora's Mask|Link]] also gets new types of arrows in every dungeon. Link acquires the [[Fire Arrow]]s in the [[Snowhead Temple]], [[Ice Arrow]]s in the [[Great Bay Temple]], and [[Light Arrow]]s in the [[Stone Tower Temple]]. There are two Shooting Galleries, one in [[Clock Town|East Clock Town]] and another in the [[Southern Swamp]]. Beating either upgrade Link's quiver once.


===The Wind Waker===
==''The Wind Waker''==
{{Main|Hero's Bow}}
{{Main|Hero's Bow}}
The Hero's Bow is obtained in the [[Tower of the Gods]]. It functions the same way as it does in previous 3D ''Zelda'' titles, except that the arrows travel entirely straight, instead of arcing upwards. Quiver upgrades are obtained from various [[Great Fairy|Great Fairies]], allowing Link to eventually hold 99 arrows. Link receives the [[Fire Arrow]]s and [[Ice Arrow]]s from the [[Queen of Fairies]], and the [[Light Arrow]]s in the catacombs.
The Hero's Bow is obtained in the [[Tower of the Gods]]. It functions the same way as it does in previous 3D ''Zelda'' titles, except that the arrows travel entirely straight, instead of arcing upwards. Quiver upgrades are obtained from various [[Great Fairy|Great Fairies]], allowing [[Link (The Wind Waker|Link]] to eventually hold 99 arrows. Link receives the [[Fire Arrow]]s and [[Ice Arrow]]s from the [[Queen of Fairies]], and the [[Light Arrow]]s in the catacombs.


===Four Swords===
==''Four Swords''==
The Bow can be randomly found on the Item Podiums that exist in the game. Link can charge it to make it shoot faster.
The Bow can be randomly found on the Item Podiums that exist in the game. [[Link (Four Swords)|Link]] can charge it to make it shoot faster.


===Four Swords Adventures===
==''Four Swords Adventures''==
The Bow can be randomly found on the Item Podiums that exist in the game. Charged shots can pierce multiple targets, and break objects as well as pin large objects (like force crystals) to the wall. If Link meets the [[Great Fairy]], she upgrades it to the Level 2 Bow, which can have 3 arrows on the screen at once.
The Bow can be randomly found on the Item Podiums that exist in the game. The Links can shoot unlimited arrows from it. Charged shots can pierce multiple targets, and break objects as well as pin large objects (like force crystals) to the wall. If [[Link (Four Swords Adventures)|Link]] meets the [[Great Fairy]], she upgrades it to the Level 2 Bow, which can have 3 arrows on the screen at once.{{Ref|FSA|557|In-Game Description}}


===The Minish Cap===
==''The Minish Cap''==
[[File:BowAndArrow_MC.png|thumb|right|150px|Obtaining the Bow in ''The Minish Cap'']]
[[File:BowAndArrow_MC.png|thumb|right|150px|Obtaining the Bow in ''The Minish Cap'']]
The Bow is found in [[Castor Wilds]]. Its firing rate can be increased by catching the [[Joy Butterfly]] found in the [[Wind Ruins]], which appears after Link successfully performs a [[Kinstone Fusion]] with [[Din (Oracle)|Din]]. The Bow can eventually fire [[Light Arrow]]s if Link performs an optional side quest, which is rather lengthy.
The Bow is found in [[Castor Wilds]]. Its firing rate can be increased by catching the [[Joy Butterfly]] found in the [[Wind Ruins]], which appears after [[Link (The Minish Cap)|Link]] successfully performs a [[Kinstone Fusion]] with [[Din (Oracle)|Din]]. The Bow can eventually fire [[Light Arrow]]s if Link performs an optional side quest, which is rather lengthy.


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===Twilight Princess===
==''Twilight Princess''==
{{Main|Hero's Bow}}
{{Main|Hero's Bow}}
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', the Bow is called the Hero's Bow and is obtained in the [[Goron Mines]]. Depending on what system the game is being played on, the controls regarding the Bow vary. In the [[Nintendo GameCube|GameCube]] version, the aiming system is the same as in previous 3D ''Zelda'' titles. On the [[Nintendo Wii|Wii]], Link must aim the Wii Remote at the point where they want to shoot. The camera can be rotated using the joystick, allowing for simultaneous movement and aiming. The quiver upgrades can be obtained by completing the [[STAR Game]] in [[Castle Town]] with the [[Clawshot]], or, to make it easier, the [[Double Clawshots]]. These upgrades allow Link to hold 60 and 100 arrows, respectively.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', the Bow is called the Hero's Bow and is obtained in the [[Goron Mines]]. Depending on what system the game is being played on, the controls regarding the Bow vary. In the [[Nintendo GameCube|GameCube]] version, the aiming system is the same as in previous 3D ''Zelda'' titles. On the [[Nintendo Wii|Wii]], [[Link (Twilight Princess)|Link]] must aim the Wii Remote at the point where they want to shoot. The camera can be rotated using the joystick, allowing for simultaneous movement and aiming. The quiver upgrades can be obtained by completing the [[STAR Game]] in [[Castle Town]] with the [[Clawshot]], or, to make it easier, the [[Double Clawshots]]. These upgrades allow Link to hold 60 and 100 arrows, respectively.


This game features [[Bomb Arrow]]s, which are projectile explosives that can destroy faraway obstacles. They can be equipped by first making Link equip his Bow, and then moving the cursor over a [[Bomb Bag]], and pressing the appropriate button.
This game features [[Bomb Arrow]]s, which are projectile explosives that can destroy faraway obstacles. They can be equipped by first making Link equip his Bow, and then moving the cursor over a [[Bomb Bag]], and pressing the appropriate button.


===Phantom Hourglass===
==''Phantom Hourglass''==
The Bow in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' is found in the [[Temple of Courage]]. Because this game features touch screen controls, here you touch the screen where you want to shoot and release to fire. Link starts out with a quiver that can hold 20 arrows. After completing the [[Temple of Courage]], Link gets a [[Letter]] from [[Romanos]], which tells Link about his new [[Shooting Gallery]]. Playing his mini-game and scoring between 1,700 and 1,990 points awards Link with a larger quiver; one that can hold 30 arrows. Purchasing the final upgrade for 1,000 rupees from the Molida or Mercay island item shops allows Link to hold 50 arrows.
The Bow in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' is found in the [[Temple of Courage]]. Because this game features touch screen controls, here you touch the screen where you want to shoot and release to fire. [[Link (The Wind Waker)#Phantom Hourglass|Link]] starts out with a quiver that can hold 20 arrows. After completing the [[Temple of Courage]], Link gets a [[Letter]] from [[Romanos]], which tells Link about his new [[Shooting Gallery]]. Playing his mini-game and scoring between 1,700 and 1,990 points awards Link with a larger quiver; one that can hold 30 arrows. Purchasing the final upgrade for 1,000 rupees from the Molida or Mercay island item shops allows Link to hold 50 arrows.


===Spirit Tracks===
==''Spirit Tracks''==
The Bow is found in the [[Fire Temple (Spirit Tracks)|Fire Temple]], and is fired in the same way as it was in ''Phantom Hourglass''. In the [[Sand Temple]] Link obtains the [[Bow of Light]], which he must use to activate certain switches and defeat [[Malladus]]. After completing the Fire Temple, Link can purchase the first quiver upgrade at the shop in [[Goron Village]] for 2,000 rupees, allowing Link to hold 30 arrows. For an upgrade to 50 arrows, score between 3,500 and 4,000 points in the [[Pirate Hideout Mini-Game]].
The Bow is found in the [[Fire Temple (Spirit Tracks)|Fire Temple]], and is fired in the same way as it was in ''Phantom Hourglass''. In the [[Sand Temple]] [[Link (Spirit Tracks)|Link]] obtains the [[Bow of Light]], which he must use to activate certain switches and defeat [[Malladus]]. After completing the Fire Temple, Link can purchase the first quiver upgrade at the shop in [[Goron Village]] for 2,000 rupees, allowing Link to hold 30 arrows. For an upgrade to 50 arrows, score between 3,500 and 4,000 points in the [[Pirate Hideout Mini-Game]].


===Skyward Sword===
==''Skyward Sword''==
[[File:Bowlinkpng.png|right|150px]]
[[File:Bowlinkpng.png|right|150px]]
The Bow is again featured in the 16th ''The Legend of Zelda'' installment, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''. The Bow is received in the [[Sandship]], and can be used to defeat far-off enemies, activate [[Timeshift Stone]]s, and more. The controls are much different than that Link has ever since before. It is used with the Wii Remote in the right hand and the Nunchuck in the left. After holding C to nock an arrow, Link can pull back the Nunchuck, as if Link is pulling back the string on an actual bow, and release the C-button to shoot an arrow. This is the same control scheme that can be found in Wii Sports Resort for archery. As usual, Link can shoot enemies with the Bow, and items can be knocked off trees and other objects. Additionally, items dropped by enemies (such as hearts) can also be shot with the Bow and pinned to walls. By doing this, Link can reclaim his dropped heart as well as his arrow.
The Bow is received in the [[Sandship]], and can be used to defeat far-off enemies, activate [[Timeshift Stone]]s, and more. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' ([[Nintendo Wii|Wii)]], it is used with the Wii Remote in the right hand and the Nunchuck in the left. After holding C to nock an arrow, [[Link (Skyward Sword)|Link]] can pull back the Nunchuck, as if Link is pulling back the string on an actual bow, and release the C-button to shoot an arrow. This is the same control scheme that can be found in Wii Sports Resort for archery. As usual, Link can shoot enemies with the Bow, and items can be knocked off trees and other objects. Additionally, items dropped by enemies (such as hearts) can also be shot with the Bow and pinned to walls. By doing this, Link can reclaim his dropped heart as well as his arrow.


After getting the Bow from the Sandship, Link can [[Skyward Sword Upgrades|upgrade]] it to the [[Iron Bow]] and then the [[Sacred Bow]] at the [[Scrap Shop]] in the [[Bazaar]] in [[Skyloft]].
After getting the Bow from the Sandship, Link can [[Skyward Sword Upgrades|upgrade]] it to the [[Iron Bow]] and then the [[Sacred Bow]] at the [[Scrap Shop]] in the [[Bazaar]] in [[Skyloft]].


===A Link Between Worlds===
==''A Link Between Worlds''==
The Bow returns in the newest ''The Legend of Zelda'' adventure, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]''. The Bow can be rented (50 rupees) or purchased (800 rupees) from [[Ravio's Shop]]. However, there are no arrows in this game. Instead, every time Link uses the Bow, his [[Energy Gauge]] depletes; this is the first game since the original ''The Legend of Zelda'' to feature the Bow, but not collectible arrows.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]'', the Bow can be rented (50 rupees) or purchased (800 rupees) from [[Ravio's Shop]]. However, there are no arrows - instead, every time [[Link (A Link Between Worlds)|Link]] uses the Bow, his [[Energy Gauge]] depletes; this is the first game since the original ''The Legend of Zelda'' to feature the Bow, but not collectible arrows.


The Bow is first made available while Link is in search of the first dungeon of the game, the [[Eastern Palace (A Link Between Worlds)|Eastern Palace]]. While Link is in the [[Eastern Ruins]], he comes upon a dead end, with signs that have a picture of the Bow on them. If Link returns to his [[Link's House|home]], he tells [[Ravio]] about what he saw. Ravio asks Link what was the picture on the signs, and when Link answers correctly, Ravio lets Link borrow his Bow. With the Bow in hand, Link can get past the dead end and make his way into the Eastern Palace, where the Bow is used frequently.
The Bow is first made available while Link is in search of the first dungeon of the game, the [[Eastern Palace (A Link Between Worlds)|Eastern Palace]]. While Link is in the [[Eastern Ruins]], he comes upon a dead end, with signs that have a picture of the Bow on them. If Link returns to his [[Link's House|home]], he tells [[Ravio]] about what he saw. Ravio asks Link what was the picture on the signs, and when Link answers correctly, Ravio lets Link borrow his Bow. With the Bow in hand, Link can get past the dead end and make his way into the Eastern Palace, where the Bow is used frequently.
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Later on in the game, Link can upgrade the Bow into the [[Nice Bow]]. This upgraded version shoots three arrows at a time instead of one, dealing three times as much damage. It can be acquired by returning ten [[Maiamai]]s to [[Mother Maiamai]], and then giving her the Bow. However, Mother Maiamai can only do the upgrade on the Bow if Link has purchased it, not rented.
Later on in the game, Link can upgrade the Bow into the [[Nice Bow]]. This upgraded version shoots three arrows at a time instead of one, dealing three times as much damage. It can be acquired by returning ten [[Maiamai]]s to [[Mother Maiamai]], and then giving her the Bow. However, Mother Maiamai can only do the upgrade on the Bow if Link has purchased it, not rented.


===Tri Force Heroes===
==''Tri Force Heroes''==
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==''Breath of the Wild''==
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Numerous types of bow are available for [[Link (Breath of the Wild)|Link]] in ''Breath of the Wild'', but all lose durability with use until they ultimately break.


==Non-Canon Appearances==
==Non-Canon Appearances==
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===Battle Quest===
===''BS The Legend of Zelda''===
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The Bow is found in both [[Level 1 (BS The Legend of Zelda MAP 1)|Level 1 of MAP1]] and [[Level 1 (BS The Legend of Zelda MAP 2)|Level 1 of MAP2]]. As in ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'', it is useless until [[arrow]]s are purchased from an [[Item Shop]], after which each arrow costs 1 rupee to fire. The bow and [[Silver Arrow]]s are required to defeat [[Ganon]] at the end of Week 4.
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===''Hyrule Warriors''===
The Bow is found in the [[The Sorceress of the Woods]] [[Legend Mode]] scenario. It is required primarily to destroy [[Deku Baba]]s.
 
===''Cadence of Hyrule''===
In ''[[Cadence of Hyrule]]'', the Bow is a modular permanent item. After acquiring it, players can find [[Fire Arrow]]s, [[Ice Arrow]]s, [[Lightning Arrow]]s, [[Poison Arrow]]s, and the [[Great Bow]] scattered across [[Hyrule]]. The Bow starts with a maximum capacity of ten [[arrow]]s, but can be upgraded to hold 20 arrows.
 
===''Battle Quest''===
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The Bow is featured in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Battle Quest|Battle Quest]]'', one of 12 attractions that make up Nintendo Land, a launch title for the [[Nintendo Wii U|Wii U]]. It is specifically called the Hero's Bow. It is the weapon of choice for Link who is using the GamePad. It is used by holding down the right control stick to load the shot, and then releasing to let the arrow fire. The GamePad's gyroscope is used to aim.
The Bow is featured in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Battle Quest|Battle Quest]]'', one of 12 attractions that make up Nintendo Land, a launch title for the [[Nintendo Wii U|Wii U]]. It is specifically called the Hero's Bow. It is the weapon of choice for Link who is using the GamePad. It is used by holding down the right control stick to load the shot, and then releasing to let the arrow fire. The GamePad's gyroscope is used to aim.


==Trivia==
===''Super Mario Maker 2''===
* In the [[Second Quest]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'', the [[Bow]] is found in the [[Level 5: The Lizard|fifth dungeon]] of the game instead of the [[Level 1: The Eagle|first]].
[[File:Link Holding Bow - SMM2.png|right|64px]]
In ''[[Super Mario Maker 2]]'', when Mario uses the [[Master Sword]] power-up to transform into Link, Link can use the bow to shoot either straight ahead, up diagonally or down diagonally. The resulting arrow is strongly affected by gravity, and shoots in a ballistic trajectory.
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==Gallery==
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File:Bow.png|Artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda Game Manual''
File:Bow.png|Artwork from [[The Legend of Zelda Instruction Manual|''The Legend of Zelda'' Instruction Booklet]]
File:Bow-LoZ-Art-2.png|Million Publications Artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:Bow-LoZ-Art-2.png|[[Million Publications The Legend of Zelda Strategy Guide|Million Publications Strategy Guide]] artwork from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:Bow-LoZ-Sprite.png|Sprite from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:Bow-LoZ-Sprite.png|Sprite from ''The Legend of Zelda''
File:Bowlttp.png|Artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Bow and Arrow - LTTP art.png|Artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Bow-Arrows-Sprite.png|Sprite from ''A Link to the Past''
File:BowArrows-ALttP-Sprite.png|Bow nocked with arrow sprite from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Fairy-Bow.png|Fairy Bow from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Bow-Arrows-Sprite.png|Inventory sprite from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Hero's Bow MM.png|Hero's Bow from ''Majora's Mask''
File:Fairy-Bow.png|[[Fairy Bow]] from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Hero's Bow MM.png|[[Hero's Bow]] from ''Majora's Mask''
File:FSA Bow Sprite.png|Sprite from ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:Bowmc.png|Sprite from ''The Minish Cap''
File:Bowmc.png|Sprite from ''The Minish Cap''
File:Herosbow tp.png|Hero's Bow from ''Twilight Princess''
File:Herosbow tp.png|[[Hero's Bow]] from ''Twilight Princess''
File:PH-Bow.png|Bow from ''Phantom Hourglass''
File:PH-Bow.png|Bow from ''Phantom Hourglass''
File:Spirit-Tracks-Bow-Model.png|Bow from ''Spirit Tracks''
File:Spirit-Tracks-Bow-Model.png|Bow from ''Spirit Tracks''
File:Spirit-Tracks-Bow-Sprite.png|Sprite from ''Spirit Tracks''
File:Spirit-Tracks-Bow-Sprite.png|Sprite from ''Spirit Tracks''
File:SkywardSwordBow.jpg|Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:SkywardSwordBow.jpg|Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:Bow-SS-Icon.png|Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:Bow-SS-Icon.png|Bow icon from ''Skyward Sword''
File:IronBow-SS-Icon.png|Iron Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:SacredBow-SS-Icon.png|Sacred Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:SS_Bow.png|Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:SS_Bow.png|Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:IronBow-SS-Icon.png|[[Iron Bow]] icon from ''Skyward Sword''
File:SS_Iron_Bow.png|Iron Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:SS_Iron_Bow.png|Iron Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
FILE:SS_Sacred_Bow.png|Sacred Bow from ''Skyward Sword''
File:SacredBow-SS-Icon.png|[[Sacred Bow]] icon from ''Skyward Sword''
FILE:SS_Sacred_Bow.png|Sacred Bow icon from ''Skyward Sword''
File:Bow (ALBW).png|Bow from ''A Link Between Worlds''
File:Bow (ALBW).png|Bow from ''A Link Between Worlds''
File:Nicebow.jpg|Nice Bow from ''A Link Between Worlds''
File:Nicebow.jpg|[[Nice Bow]] from ''A Link Between Worlds''
File:Coh-bow.png|Bow from ''[[Cadence of Hyrule]]''
File:Coh-bow.png|Bow from ''[[Cadence of Hyrule]]''
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Bows are recurring items in The Legend of Zelda series. They can often be upgraded with new types of Arrows and larger Quivers. The perks of having a Bow is that Link can attack enemies from range, not having to engage in melee combat with them or activate switches which cannot be reached by the sword. However, Bows are ammunition-based, so Link must keep supplying them with arrows.

The Legend of Zelda

The Bow is found in the first dungeon of The Legend of Zelda, Level 1: The Eagle. The Bow allows Link to fire off arrows at enemies. Before Link gains the ability to use it, he must first purchase the arrows from one of the Item Shops for 80 Rupees. Also, as opposed to possessing a limited number of arrows, firing an arrow drains Link's Wallet by one rupee.[1] The Bow is required to complete the game, because it is the only weapon capable of defeating Gohma, as well as Ganon. In the final dungeon of the game, Level 9: Death Mountain, Link receives the Silver Arrows, which do more damage and are required to defeat Ganon.

In the Second Quest, the Bow is found in the fifth dungeon of the game instead of the first.

A Link to the Past

"Link later became known as the most skilled archer in all of Hyrule, and historians believe that he found and first used the Bow and Arrow in the Eastern Palace. They were the most effective weapons to use against the fierce Armos Knights and several other enemies."

"Bow & Arrows
When Link acquires the Bow from the Big Chest in the Eastern Palace, he will need to begin building his supply of Arrows. Arrows can most easily be obtained by defeating enemies who use Arrows as their primary weapon. It's possible for him to carry many more than 30 Arrows, but he must visit the Fountain of Happiness.
"

Bow Sprite from A Link to the Past

Link obtains the Bow as the treasure of the Eastern Palace, also the first dungeon of the game. Link starts out with the ability to hold 30 arrows, but this amount can be increased by five if he donates 100 rupees to the Great Fairy in Lake Hylia. This is repeatable until Link reaches the maximum amount of 70. In a similar fashion to the original The Legend of Zelda, Link obtains the Silver Arrows from the Cursed Fairy inside the Pyramid of Power, which do incredible amounts of damage and are needed to defeat Ganon.

Link's Awakening

Bow Sprite from Link's Awakening

The Bow functions like it does in other 2D Zelda titles, but in Link's Awakening, Link can create a Bomb Arrow by dropping a bomb and firing an arrow at the same time. The Bow can be purchased from the Mabe Village's Shop for a whopping 980 rupees. It is possible to steal it by simply grabbing it and heading out the head. However, stealing from this shop will cause two annoying consequences. Firstly, for the rest of the game, Link will be called THIEF by everyone instead of the name chosen on the Select File Screen. Secondly, every time Link enters the shop after he has stolen an item, the shopkeeper will yell at Link and kill him.

Ocarina of Time

Main article: Fairy Bow
Fairy Bow - OOT64 icon.png

The Fairy Bow is found in the Forest Temple in Ocarina of Time. Link receives Fire Arrows by shooting at the sun above Lake Hylia and Ice Arrows by completing the Gerudo Training Ground. Also, Link receives the Light Arrows from Princess Zelda once he has awakened all the Seven Sages. Using the Bow puts the user in a first-person perspective, and the arrows arc upwards somewhat. Link's original quiver can hold 30 arrows and can be upgraded to 40 and 50 in the Kakariko Village Shooting Gallery and the Horseback Archery mini-game, respectively.

Majora's Mask

Main article: Hero's Bow

The Hero's Bow is obtained in the Woodfall Temple in Majora's Mask. It functions in exactly the same way as Ocarina of Time's Fairy Bow, with the only difference being in its appearance. Link also gets new types of arrows in every dungeon. Link acquires the Fire Arrows in the Snowhead Temple, Ice Arrows in the Great Bay Temple, and Light Arrows in the Stone Tower Temple. There are two Shooting Galleries, one in East Clock Town and another in the Southern Swamp. Beating either upgrade Link's quiver once.

The Wind Waker

Main article: Hero's Bow

The Hero's Bow is obtained in the Tower of the Gods. It functions the same way as it does in previous 3D Zelda titles, except that the arrows travel entirely straight, instead of arcing upwards. Quiver upgrades are obtained from various Great Fairies, allowing Link to eventually hold 99 arrows. Link receives the Fire Arrows and Ice Arrows from the Queen of Fairies, and the Light Arrows in the catacombs.

Four Swords

The Bow can be randomly found on the Item Podiums that exist in the game. Link can charge it to make it shoot faster.

Four Swords Adventures

The Bow can be randomly found on the Item Podiums that exist in the game. The Links can shoot unlimited arrows from it. Charged shots can pierce multiple targets, and break objects as well as pin large objects (like force crystals) to the wall. If Link meets the Great Fairy, she upgrades it to the Level 2 Bow, which can have 3 arrows on the screen at once.[2]

The Minish Cap

Obtaining the Bow in The Minish Cap

The Bow is found in Castor Wilds. Its firing rate can be increased by catching the Joy Butterfly found in the Wind Ruins, which appears after Link successfully performs a Kinstone Fusion with Din. The Bow can eventually fire Light Arrows if Link performs an optional side quest, which is rather lengthy.

Twilight Princess

Main article: Hero's Bow

In Twilight Princess, the Bow is called the Hero's Bow and is obtained in the Goron Mines. Depending on what system the game is being played on, the controls regarding the Bow vary. In the GameCube version, the aiming system is the same as in previous 3D Zelda titles. On the Wii, Link must aim the Wii Remote at the point where they want to shoot. The camera can be rotated using the joystick, allowing for simultaneous movement and aiming. The quiver upgrades can be obtained by completing the STAR Game in Castle Town with the Clawshot, or, to make it easier, the Double Clawshots. These upgrades allow Link to hold 60 and 100 arrows, respectively.

This game features Bomb Arrows, which are projectile explosives that can destroy faraway obstacles. They can be equipped by first making Link equip his Bow, and then moving the cursor over a Bomb Bag, and pressing the appropriate button.

Phantom Hourglass

The Bow in Phantom Hourglass is found in the Temple of Courage. Because this game features touch screen controls, here you touch the screen where you want to shoot and release to fire. Link starts out with a quiver that can hold 20 arrows. After completing the Temple of Courage, Link gets a Letter from Romanos, which tells Link about his new Shooting Gallery. Playing his mini-game and scoring between 1,700 and 1,990 points awards Link with a larger quiver; one that can hold 30 arrows. Purchasing the final upgrade for 1,000 rupees from the Molida or Mercay island item shops allows Link to hold 50 arrows.

Spirit Tracks

The Bow is found in the Fire Temple, and is fired in the same way as it was in Phantom Hourglass. In the Sand Temple Link obtains the Bow of Light, which he must use to activate certain switches and defeat Malladus. After completing the Fire Temple, Link can purchase the first quiver upgrade at the shop in Goron Village for 2,000 rupees, allowing Link to hold 30 arrows. For an upgrade to 50 arrows, score between 3,500 and 4,000 points in the Pirate Hideout Mini-Game.

Skyward Sword

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The Bow is received in the Sandship, and can be used to defeat far-off enemies, activate Timeshift Stones, and more. In Skyward Sword (Wii), it is used with the Wii Remote in the right hand and the Nunchuck in the left. After holding C to nock an arrow, Link can pull back the Nunchuck, as if Link is pulling back the string on an actual bow, and release the C-button to shoot an arrow. This is the same control scheme that can be found in Wii Sports Resort for archery. As usual, Link can shoot enemies with the Bow, and items can be knocked off trees and other objects. Additionally, items dropped by enemies (such as hearts) can also be shot with the Bow and pinned to walls. By doing this, Link can reclaim his dropped heart as well as his arrow.

After getting the Bow from the Sandship, Link can upgrade it to the Iron Bow and then the Sacred Bow at the Scrap Shop in the Bazaar in Skyloft.

A Link Between Worlds

In A Link Between Worlds, the Bow can be rented (50 rupees) or purchased (800 rupees) from Ravio's Shop. However, there are no arrows - instead, every time Link uses the Bow, his Energy Gauge depletes; this is the first game since the original The Legend of Zelda to feature the Bow, but not collectible arrows.

The Bow is first made available while Link is in search of the first dungeon of the game, the Eastern Palace. While Link is in the Eastern Ruins, he comes upon a dead end, with signs that have a picture of the Bow on them. If Link returns to his home, he tells Ravio about what he saw. Ravio asks Link what was the picture on the signs, and when Link answers correctly, Ravio lets Link borrow his Bow. With the Bow in hand, Link can get past the dead end and make his way into the Eastern Palace, where the Bow is used frequently.

The first time Link gets a Game Over, Sheerow comes in and takes the Bow back from Link, meaning if he needs it again, he must pay the rental fee of 50 rupees. However, if Link dies before completing the Eastern Palace, he can rent the Bow for 10 rupees instead of the 50 rupees.

Later on in the game, Link can upgrade the Bow into the Nice Bow. This upgraded version shoots three arrows at a time instead of one, dealing three times as much damage. It can be acquired by returning ten Maiamais to Mother Maiamai, and then giving her the Bow. However, Mother Maiamai can only do the upgrade on the Bow if Link has purchased it, not rented.

Tri Force Heroes

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Breath of the Wild

Main article: Breath of the Wild Bows
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Numerous types of bow are available for Link in Breath of the Wild, but all lose durability with use until they ultimately break.

Non-Canon Appearances

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

BS The Legend of Zelda

Bow - BS Zelda.png

The Bow is found in both Level 1 of MAP1 and Level 1 of MAP2. As in The Legend of Zelda, it is useless until arrows are purchased from an Item Shop, after which each arrow costs 1 rupee to fire. The bow and Silver Arrows are required to defeat Ganon at the end of Week 4.

Hyrule Warriors

The Bow is found in the The Sorceress of the Woods Legend Mode scenario. It is required primarily to destroy Deku Babas.

Cadence of Hyrule

In Cadence of Hyrule, the Bow is a modular permanent item. After acquiring it, players can find Fire Arrows, Ice Arrows, Lightning Arrows, Poison Arrows, and the Great Bow scattered across Hyrule. The Bow starts with a maximum capacity of ten arrows, but can be upgraded to hold 20 arrows.

Battle Quest

Main article: Hero's Bow

The Bow is featured in Battle Quest, one of 12 attractions that make up Nintendo Land, a launch title for the Wii U. It is specifically called the Hero's Bow. It is the weapon of choice for Link who is using the GamePad. It is used by holding down the right control stick to load the shot, and then releasing to let the arrow fire. The GamePad's gyroscope is used to aim.

Super Mario Maker 2

Link Holding Bow - SMM2.png

In Super Mario Maker 2, when Mario uses the Master Sword power-up to transform into Link, Link can use the bow to shoot either straight ahead, up diagonally or down diagonally. The resulting arrow is strongly affected by gravity, and shoots in a ballistic trajectory.

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References

  1. "For every arrow Link shoots, he loses one [Rupee]." — The Legend of Zelda Instruction Booklet, pg. 24
  2. "You got a level 2 bow! It shoots 3 arrows in a row with blazing speed! It comes with unlimited arrows, too!" — In-Game Description, Four Swords Adventures.