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The '''Mask''' is one of many recurring devices in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. Wearing a mask may alter certain actions or change [[Link]] in some way, shape, or form. However, some masks are just for decoration. In "The Legend of Zelda" series masks appear most predominantly in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask| Majora's Mask]]''. In ''Majora's Mask'', the masks greatly alter gameplay, allowing Link to grow in size, change form, etc.
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==Appearances==
'''Masks''' are one of many recurring devices in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. Wearing a mask may alter certain actions or change [[Link]] in some way, shape, or form. However, some masks are just for decoration. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', masks are an integral part of the gameplay, with a total of 24 masks in the game, some of which allow Link to grow in size, change form, etc.
===Ocarina of Time===
There are only a few masks in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', some of which need to be traded in order to unlock the rest.
This makes up one of the simple sidequests found in this game, called the [[Happy Mask Side Quest]]. These masks must be sold to certain people throughout [[Hyrule]]. Once all of the masks are sold to the many denizens, the [[Happy Mask Salesman]] gives Link the [[Mask of Truth]] as a reward and also lets him borrow three new masks: the [[Deku Mask]], [[Goron Mask]], and [[Zora Mask]]. Though the Deku, Goron, and Zora Masks do nothing besides different comments from the [[Hyrulean]]s, the Mask of Truth allows Link to speak to [[Sheikah Stone]]s found throughout Hyrule. Additionally, the [[Deku Scrub]]s in the [[Forest Stage]] will react differently depending on the mask shown. This is necessary in order to obtain to item upgrades.  


The Keaton Mask is the first to be purchased from the Happy Mask Salesman. You sell it to the guard at the base of Death Mountain, so he can give it to his son.  
==''Ocarina of Time''==
There are 8 masks in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', half of which need to be traded in order to unlock the rest. This makes up one of the simple side quests found in this game, called the [[Happy Mask Side Quest]]. These masks must be sold to certain people throughout [[Hyrule]]. Once all the masks are sold to the many denizens, the [[Happy Mask Salesman]] gives [[Link (Ocarina of Time)|Link]] the [[Mask of Truth]] as a reward and also lets him borrow three new masks: the [[Gerudo Mask]], [[Goron Mask]], and [[Zora Mask]]. Though the Deku, Goron, and Zora Masks do nothing besides different comments from people, the Mask of Truth allows Link to speak to [[Gossip Stone]]s found throughout Hyrule. Additionally, the [[Deku Scrub]]s in the [[Forest Stage]] react differently depending on the mask shown. This is necessary in order to obtain item upgrades.


===Majora's Mask===
==''Majora's Mask''==
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Masks play an enormous role in ''Majora's Mask'' with the addition of masks that allow the user to become a [[Deku Scrub|Deku]], [[Goron]], or [[Zora]]. There is also the [[Giant's Mask]] that is sometimes considered a transformation mask. A total of 24 masks are available for Link to use.
Masks play an enormous role in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'' with masks that allow the user to become a [[Deku Scrub|Deku]], [[Goron]], or [[Zora]]. A total of 24 masks are available for [[Link (Ocarina of Time)#Majora's Mask|Link]] to use.


When [[Link]] obtains all masks, he is able to make a sort of wager with the [[Moon Children]] in order to obtain the final transformation mask, [[Fierce Deity's Mask]], which allows the wearer to change into [[Fierce Deity Link]] for the duration of a boss battle.
When Link obtains all masks, he is able to make a sort of wager with the [[Moon Children]] in order to obtain the final transformation mask, [[Fierce Deity's Mask]], which allows the wearer to change into [[Fierce Deity Link]] for the duration of a boss battle.


Other masks are often obtained through side-quests and can have both helpful and useless effects.
Other masks are often obtained through side quests and can have both helpful and useless effects.


===Oracle of Ages===
==''Oracle of Ages''==
{{Main|Doggie Mask}}
{{Main|Doggie Mask}}
In ''Oracle of Ages'', there is but one mask in the game, but it cannot be worn and it can only be used as part of the [[Oracle of Ages Trading Sequence|Trading Sequence]]. Link receives the Doggie Mask from the [[Happy Mask Salesman]] and he can trade the Doggie Mask to [[Mamamu Yan]] in [[Lynna City]] for the [[Dumbbell]].
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'', there is but one mask in the game, but it cannot be worn and it can only be used as part of the [[Oracle of Ages Trading Sequence|Trading Sequence]]. [[Link (Oracle Series)#Oracle of Ages|Link]] receives the Doggie Mask from the [[Happy Mask Salesman]] and he can trade the Doggie Mask to [[Mamamu Yan]] in [[Lynna City]] for the [[Dumbbell]].
 
==''Breath of the Wild''==
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{{Main|Lizalfos Mask}}
{{Main|Moblin Mask}}
{{Main|Lynel Mask}}
 
There are four masks in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]'': the Bokoblin, Moblin, Lizalfos, and Lynel masks, which allow [[Link (Breath of the Wild)|Link]] to blend in with the monster corresponding with the mask. They can be bought at [[Kilton]]'s shop for different amounts of [[Mon]].
 
Different helms and headwear are also in the game.
 
==Non-Canon Appearances==
===''Hyrule Warriors''===
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{{Main|Mask (Hyrule Warriors)}}
The Mask is used by [[Young Link]] as a weapon in ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]''. It has the darkness element type and allows Link to turn into Fierce Deity.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', there is a ''Star Fox'' reference on the [[Mask]] menu. On the second row, each of the masks resemble characters. The [[Keaton Mask]] represents Fox, the bird-like [[Bremen Mask]] is Falco, the [[Bunny Hood]] is Peppy, [[Don Gero's Mask]] is Slippy, and the [[Mask of Scents]] is Pigma.
*In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', there is a ''Star Fox'' reference on the [[Mask]] menu. On the second row, each of the masks resemble characters. The [[Keaton Mask]] represents Fox, the bird-like [[Bremen Mask]] is Falco, the [[Bunny Hood]] is Peppy, [[Don Gero's Mask]] is Slippy, and the [[Mask of Scents]] is Pigma.
*In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', on the back of the [[Happy Mask Salesman]]'s backpack, there is a [[Mask]] resembling the face of Mario, a classic character from the ''Mario Bros.'' series.
*In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', on the back of the [[Happy Mask Salesman]]'s backpack, there is a [[Mask]] resembling the face of Mario, the title character from the ''Super Mario'' series.
*On the wall to the left of [[Carlov]] in the [[Nintendo Gallery]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', there are a few [[mask]]s from both ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''. The masks visible are the [[Bunny Hood]], [[All-Night Mask]], [[Goron Mask]], and [[Keaton Mask]].
*On the wall to the left of [[Carlov]] in the [[Nintendo Gallery]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', there are a few [[mask]]s from both ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''. The masks visible are the [[Bunny Hood]], [[All-Night Mask]], [[Goron Mask]], and [[Keaton Mask]].


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Masks are one of many recurring devices in The Legend of Zelda series. Wearing a mask may alter certain actions or change Link in some way, shape, or form. However, some masks are just for decoration. In Majora's Mask, masks are an integral part of the gameplay, with a total of 24 masks in the game, some of which allow Link to grow in size, change form, etc.

Ocarina of Time

There are 8 masks in Ocarina of Time, half of which need to be traded in order to unlock the rest. This makes up one of the simple side quests found in this game, called the Happy Mask Side Quest. These masks must be sold to certain people throughout Hyrule. Once all the masks are sold to the many denizens, the Happy Mask Salesman gives Link the Mask of Truth as a reward and also lets him borrow three new masks: the Gerudo Mask, Goron Mask, and Zora Mask. Though the Deku, Goron, and Zora Masks do nothing besides different comments from people, the Mask of Truth allows Link to speak to Gossip Stones found throughout Hyrule. Additionally, the Deku Scrubs in the Forest Stage react differently depending on the mask shown. This is necessary in order to obtain item upgrades.

Majora's Mask

[Show all masks in Majora's Mask]

Masks play an enormous role in Majora's Mask with masks that allow the user to become a Deku, Goron, or Zora. A total of 24 masks are available for Link to use.

When Link obtains all masks, he is able to make a sort of wager with the Moon Children in order to obtain the final transformation mask, Fierce Deity's Mask, which allows the wearer to change into Fierce Deity Link for the duration of a boss battle.

Other masks are often obtained through side quests and can have both helpful and useless effects.

Oracle of Ages

Main article: Doggie Mask

In Oracle of Ages, there is but one mask in the game, but it cannot be worn and it can only be used as part of the Trading Sequence. Link receives the Doggie Mask from the Happy Mask Salesman and he can trade the Doggie Mask to Mamamu Yan in Lynna City for the Dumbbell.

Breath of the Wild

Main article: Bokoblin Mask
Main article: Lizalfos Mask
Main article: Moblin Mask
Main article: Lynel Mask

There are four masks in Breath of the Wild: the Bokoblin, Moblin, Lizalfos, and Lynel masks, which allow Link to blend in with the monster corresponding with the mask. They can be bought at Kilton's shop for different amounts of Mon.

Different helms and headwear are also in the game.

Non-Canon Appearances

Hyrule Warriors

This section describes a subject that is or may be outside the core Zelda canon.
Main article: Mask (Hyrule Warriors)

The Mask is used by Young Link as a weapon in Hyrule Warriors. It has the darkness element type and allows Link to turn into Fierce Deity.

Trivia