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| image = [[File:Mirror Shield WW.png]]
| image = [[File:Mirror Shield (TWW).png]]
| caption       = The Mirror Shield from ''The Wind Waker''
| caption = Mirror Shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''
| game = ''[[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: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<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: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''
| game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ancient Stone Tablets|A Link to the Past]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ancient Stone Tablets|Ancient Stone Tablets]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''<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: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<br/>''[[SoulCalibur II]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''<br/>''[[Hyrule Warriors]]''<br/>''[[Cadence of Hyrule]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom|Tears of the Kingdom]]''
| location =  
| location = [[Turtle Rock (A Link to the Past)|Turtle Rock]] (ALttP)<br/>[[Eagle's Tower]] (LA)<br/>[[Spirit Temple]] (OoT)<br/>[[Beneath the Well]] (MM)
| use = Reflect light and magic
| prereq = [[Linked Game]] (OoS/OoA)
| quest =
| obtain =
| cost =
| shop =
| minigame =  
| use = Defending during combat<br/>Reflecting light and magic-based attacks
| used by = [[Link]]
| fuse power =
| enhanceable =
| setbonus =
| related = [[Hylian Shield]]
| related = [[Hylian Shield]]
}}
}}
{{Languages
{{Languages
| jpn = ミラーシールド
| jpn = 鏡の盾
| esp = Escudo Espejo
| esp = Escudo espejo
| fra = Bouclier Miroir
| fra = Bouclier-reflet
| deu = Spiegel-Schild
| deu = Spiegelschild
| ita = Scudo Specchio
| ita = Scudo specchio
| dut = Spiegelschild
| rus = Зеркальный щит
| kor = 거울의 방패
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The '''Mirror Shield''' is a recurring [[Shield]] in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. Named after the highly-polished boss, the Mirror Shield is the strongest shield in games that it appears in, being able to reflect magical projectiles that other shields cannot. In the 3D games, it can reflect light off of its surface and is used to solve puzzles.


The '''Mirror Shield''' is a recurring [[Shield]] in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]] with its protective side covered in extremely polished metal, giving it the appearance of a mirror. As an upgraded version of [[Link]]'s starting shield, the Mirror Shield can protect him where other shields can not.
===''A Link to the Past''===
{{Quote|You found the Mirror Shield! You can now reflect beams that your old shield couldn't block!|N/A, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}}
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the Mirror Shield is the dungeon item of [[Turtle Rock (A Link to the Past)|Turtle Rock]]. It replaces the [[Fighter's Shield]] (or [[Fire Shield]]) once obtained, and has the ability to block all magic-based projectiles, including ones shot by [[Wizzrobe|Wizzrobes]], [[Laser Eye|Laser Eyes]], and [[Lynel|Lynels]]. In the [[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|GBA remake]], the Mirror Shield can be eaten by [[Like Like|Like Likes]], forcing [[Link (A Link to the Past)|Link]] to purchase a new one from a [[Dark World]] shop.


==Special Properties==
===''Link's Awakening''===
The Mirror Shield is extremely versatile. It can deflect magical attacks and [[River Zora]] fireballs with ease. In certain cases, it can even reflect enemy attacks. [[Link]] can also use it to reflect beams of light.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', the Mirror Shield is the dungeon item of the [[Eagle's Tower]]. It replaces the regular [[Shield (Item)|Shield]] once obtained, and can reflect fire, wind, and beam attacks. It is required to get past a flamethrower blocking the path to [[Turtle Rock (Link's Awakening)|Turtle Rock]].


==Appearances==
===''Ocarina of Time''===
===A Link to the Past===
{{Quote|You found the Mirror Shield! The shield's polished surface can reflect light or energy. Press [R] to use it.|N/A, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|Ocarina of Time]]''}}
{{quote|Mirror Shield<br/>Link will be able to reflect beams with this Shield. It's thought that the Mirror Shield has magic Power.|Nintendo Power Player's Guide}}
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|Ocarina of Time]]'', the Mirror Shield is the dungeon item of the [[Spirit Temple]], alongside the [[Silver Gauntlets]]. It is located in a [[Treasure Chest]] in the adult era section, where [[Link (Ocarina of Time)|Link]] must defeat an [[Iron Knuckle]] to reach the ledge with the Chest. The Mirror Shield's design is drastically altered in this game; It features a diamond shape with a red border, and the surface of the shield is indented with an ornate pattern.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the Mirror Shield is found in [[Turtle Rock (A Link to the Past)|Turtle Rock]]. It is the most powerful shield in the game. It can reflect the lasers from [[Laser Eye]]s.


===Link's Awakening===
The Mirror Shield replaces the [[Hylian Shield]] once obtained. It destroys projectiles shot by [[Octorok|Octoroks]], [[Deku Scrub|Deku Scrubs]], and [[Business Scrub|Business Scrubs]] instead of reflecting them, and can somewhat reflect one of the magic attacks used by [[Ganon|Ganondorf]]. The Mirror Shield's polished surface also enables it to reflect light; This is required to solve certain puzzles, by shining light onto sun emblems and walls. The Mirror Shield is also required to defeat [[Twinrova]], as it is capable of reflecting their magic attacks.
[[File:MirrorShield_LA.png|left|60px|''Mirror Shield Sprite from Link's Awakening DX, Green Link palette'']]In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', the Mirror Shield is located in [[Eagle's Tower]]. Although it can reflect fireballs, it serves little purpose in the boss fight with [[Evil Eagle]].
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===Ocarina of Time===
In addition, the Mirror Shield cannot be consumed by Like Likes.
The Mirror Shield is found in the adult portion of the [[Spirit Temple]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''. It is the final shield that Link obtains in the game. It is located in a treasure chest that can be reached after defeating an [[Iron Knuckle]], a mini-boss of the dungeon. In this game, it is used to reflect light on to sun symbols and walls to solve various light puzzles. It is also crucial to defeating [[Twinrova]], because the Mirror Shield can reflect their magic attacks back at them.


Unlike the [[Hylian Shield]], it cannot be consumed by a [[Like Like]] (due to that fact that there is only one found in the game, and cannot be purchased in any store) and it will destroy certain projectiles instead of reflecting them.  
===''Majora's Mask''===
{{Quote|You got a Mirror Shield! It can reflect certain types of light. Press [R] to assume a defensive position. If you press [R] while [[Z-Targeting]], you can move while defending yourself.|N/A, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''}}
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', the Mirror Shield is located in a Treasure Chest [[Beneath the Well]]. The design has been altered again; It is an octagonal shield, with a brown outer layer and three gold accents on either side. The boss is grey, and features an agonized face as a decorative design.


It is interesting to note that in the first [[Nintendo 64]] version of ''Ocarina of Time'', the shield possessed a symbol almost identical to the crescent moon of the Islamic religion. In later versions, this was changed to the symbol of the [[Gerudo]].
The Mirror Shield replaces the [[Hero's Shield]] once obtained. It functions mostly identically to its appearance in ''Ocarina of Time'', able to destroy certain projectiles instead of reflecting them; However, reflected light beams are now capable of instantly killing undead enemies, such as [[Floormaster|Floormasters]] and [[ReDead|ReDeads]]. It is required to progress through the [[Ancient Castle of Ikana]] and solve puzzles in the [[Stone Tower Temple]].


===Majora's Mask===
===''Oracle of Seasons'' & ''Oracle of Ages''===
The Mirror Shield also appears in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''. Unlike other incarnations, it has a peculiar design of a face upon it, and this can be seen even in its light reflections. The face can be seen on the Happy Mask Salesmen's carrying bag, as it is also a mask. The shield can be obtained after trading with the [[Gibdo]]s under the well in [[Ikana Canyon]]. Like the Mirror Shield in ''Ocarina of Time'', it can reflect light. This time, large blocks possessing the same sun symbol will appear and can only be destroyed with a beam of light from this shield. It is required to enter the [[Ancient Castle of Ikana]] as well as solve some light puzzles in there and [[Stone Tower Temple]].
In both ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'', Link can obtain the Mirror Shield in a [[Linked Game]], if he tells the [[Smith Secret]] to the [[Smithy Manager]] and already has the [[Iron Shield]]. It is the strongest shield in the game, capable of blocking any projectiles the Iron Shield could not. The Mirror Shield can be swallowed by a Like Like, in which case Link can purchase a new one for 80 [[Rupee|Rupees]].


Interestingly, when using the Mirror Shield to reflect light in the [[The Legend of Zelda: Collector's Edition|Collector's Edition]] version of the game, the emitted beam of light shows greenish and black stripes every second or so. This may be due to the fact that the game itself is being emulated on the GameCube, and therefore causes a graphical error.
===''The Wind Waker''===
{{Quote|You got the Mirror Shield! Its shiny surface reflects beams of light. Hold [R] to shield and use [L-Stick] to aim its reflection.|N/A, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''}}
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', the Mirror Shield is the dungeon item of the [[Earth Temple]], located in a Treasure Chest guarded by three [[Stalfos]]. The Mirror Shield returns to its old shape in this game, featuring a blue outer layer, and a grey boss with a design featuring two birds and the [[Triforce]] emblem.


===The Wind Waker===
The Mirror Shield replaces the Hero's Shield once obtained. It is required to solve light puzzles, by shattering stone statues and reflecting light beams off of other mirrors, and must occasionally be paired with a second light beam via [[Medli's Harp]] to solve certain puzzles. The reflected light beams now paralyze undead enemies instead of instantly killing them, and must be used to solidify [[Poe|Poes]] and turn [[Dark ChuChu|Dark ChuChus]] to stone, as well as to defeat [[Jalhalla]].
Link finds the Mirror Shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' within the [[Earth Temple (The Wind Waker)|Earth Temple]]. It is guarded by three [[Stalfos]]. As usual, it can reflect light on certain designs to solve puzzles. It can also be used in accordance with [[Medli]]'s harp to reflect multiple beams of light. Light from it can also stun [[ReDead]]s, [[Poe]]s, and solidify [[Dark ChuChu]]s. It is also used in the battle against [[Jalhalla]]. It is the best shield in the game.


===Oracle Series===
During the fight against Ganondorf, [[Link (The Wind Waker)|Link]] must use the Mirror Shield to bounce the [[Light Arrow|Light Arrows]] that [[Tetra|Princess Zelda]] fires into Ganondorf, when he begins dodging direct shots.
The Mirror Shield can only be found in the Oracle series if the player is playing a [[Linked Game]] of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''. After completing one of the games and putting the code into the other, it can be found in the library after receiving the [[Iron Shield]] from the [[Goron]]s. It is the best shield available.


===The Minish Cap===
===''The Minish Cap''===
[[File:MirrorShield_MC.png|thumb|right|200px|Obtaining the Mirror Shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'']] In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'', the Mirror Shield can only be obtained after defeating [[Vaati]] in [[Dark Hyrule Castle]]. In addition, the [[Goron Sidequest]] must have been completed and a successful [[Kinstone Fusion]] with the [[Goron]] on the far right. This will make [[Biggoron]] appear at the summit of [[Veil Falls]]. If Link gives [[Biggoron]] a [[Small Shield]], he will start chewing it. After about 20 minutes of not having a shield, Link can return to [[Veil Falls]], where [[Biggoron]] gives Link the Mirror Shield.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'', the Mirror Shield is a post-game item. After [[Vaati]] is defeated, if [[Link (The Minish Cap)|Link]] has completed the [[The Minish Cap Goron Quest|Goron Quest]] and performed a successful [[Kinstone Fusion]] with the [[Goron]] on the far right, [[Biggoron]] will appear at the top of [[Veil Falls]]. If Link lets him eat the [[Small Shield]], he can come back after around 20 minutes to receive the Mirror Shield. It uses the design from ''The Wind Waker'', but the frame is a lighter shade of blue, and the design features two gold marks on the side.


The Mirror Shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'' can reflect projectiles shot at Link right back at the enemy with a light beam. For example, if an [[Octorok]] spat a rock at Link while he is defending, it will automatically shoot the rock back at the enemy.
The Mirror Shield will automatically reflect any projectiles it blocks.


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===''Tears of the Kingdom''===
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom|Tears of the Kingdom]]'', [[Link (Breath of the Wild)|Link]] can create a Mirror Shield by [[Fuse|fusing]] a [[Mirror (Tears of the Kingdom)|Mirror]] onto a shield. It functions as the Mirror itself, being able to reflect sunlight or other sources of bright light when Link holds it out, and has no magical properties. Reflected light can be used to activate certain [[Switch|Switches]], or can be pointed at minor enemies to stun and disarm them.
 
==Other appearances==
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===''Ancient Stone Tablets''===
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ancient Stone Tablets|Ancient Stone Tablets]]'', the Mirror Shield can be found in [[Level 8]].
 
===''SoulCalibur II''===
In ''[[SoulCalibur II]]'', the ''Ocarina of Time'' Mirror Shield is one of the weapons that Link can use. It can be obtained in the Weapons Master Mode, by purchasing it from the Pollux Shop, Rigel Shop, or Aldebaran Shop for 2,200 Gold. When equipped, it is paired with the [[Master Sword]]. The shield reflects 33% of damage Link receives onto his opponent.
 
{|class="wikitable" style="text-align:center"
!Weapon
!style="width:100px"|Cost (Gold)
!style="width:200px"|Attributes
!Description
|-
|[[File:Mirror-Shield-Soulcalibur-II.png|80px]]<br/>Mirror Shield
|2,200
|Hits taken are counters<br/>33% of damage received is inflicted back onto opponent
|A mirror-like shield found in the Spirit Temple. It is an amazing work of art, and there are few who would argue that it is not one of the finest shields in [[Hyrule]]. It is said that its surface reflects not only light but hostile intent as well.
|}
 
===''Hyrule Warriors''===
{{Main|Light Sword}}
[[File:Lokomo Sword - HWDE icon.png|140px|right]]
In ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]'', the ''Wind Waker'' Mirror Shield is wielded alongside the [[Lokomo Sword]], as the Level 3 variation of the [[Light Sword]] [[Hyrule Warriors Weapons|weapon]] class.
 
The ''Majora's Mask'' Mirror Shield also appears as a type of [[Badge Market|Badge]]. Purchasing it will increases the warrior's defence in stages where the recommended [[Elements (Hyrule Warriors)|element]] is {{Darkness}} Darkness.
 
===''Cadence of Hyrule''===
In ''[[Cadence of Hyrule]]'', the Mirror Shield is the third and final shield upgrade, replacing the [[Tower Shield]] once obtained. The Mirror Shield is based on its ''A Link to the Past'' appearance, and can block stronger attacks and reflect more projectiles when compared to the Tower.
 
==Trivia==
*The Mirror Shield is likely a direct reference to the item of the same name from ''Kid Icarus'', which Pit used to defend himself from Medusa's eye beams. Similarly, the Mirror Shield is first used to defend against Laser Eyes.
**In both series, the Mirror Shield is a reference to the Greek myth of [[Wikipedia:Perseus|Perseus]], who used a shield to reflect Medusa's gaze.
*In ''Ocarina of Time'', the Mirror Shield originally featured the real-life [[Wikipedia:Star and crescent|star and crescent]] symbol on it. In later releases and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D|Ocarina of Time 3D]]'', the design was altered to feature the [[Gerudo]] crest instead.
*The face seen on the ''Majora's Mask'' Mirror Shield can be seen as one of the [[Masks]] carried by the [[Happy Mask Salesman]].
*In the [[Collector's Edition]] of ''Majora's Mask'', the Mirror Shield causes a graphical error due to incorrect emulation; When reflecting light, a green-and-black stripe will slowly slide across the beam of light every few seconds.
*The Japanese version of ''Majora's Mask'' contains an alternate Mirror Shield in the game's programming. It has a finished select icon and resembles the revised Mirror Shield from ''Ocarina of Time'', but will crash the game if it is used.
*In ''The Wind Waker'', the Mirror Shield disappears from Link's back during the final cutscene, but reappears in the post-credits scene.
*In ''The Minish Cap'', unused text implies that the Mirror Shield was originally going to be sold, alongside the [[Magic Boomerang]] and [[Fire Rod]], for 350 [[Rupee|Rupees]].


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery caption="A Link to the Past">
File:MirrorShield.png|''Artwork of the Mirror Shield from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.''
File:MirrorShield.png|Artwork
File:Mirror-Shield.png|''Mirror Shield sprite from A Link to the Past''
File:MirrorShield-ALttP-Sprite.png|Sprite
File:LA_Mirror_Shield_Art.png|''Artwork of the Mirror Shield from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'' (Game Boy)''
File:Mirror-Shield.png|Inventory icon
File:Mirror-Shield-Art.png|''Mirror Shield Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''.''
</gallery>
File:Mirror Shield.png|''The Mirror Shield in Ocarina of Time''
<gallery caption="Link's Awakening">
File:Mirror-Shield-Revised.png|''Revised Mirror Shield in Ocarina of Time''
File:LA Mirror Shield Art.png|Artwork (Game Boy)
File:Mirror Shield - OOT icon original.png|''Mirror Shield Game Icon from Ocarina of Time''
File:MirrorShield LA.png|Sprite (Game Boy)
File:Mirror Shield - OOT icon GCN.png|''Revised Mirror Shield Game Icon from Ocarina of Time ([[Nintendo GameCube|GCN]] port)''
File:Mirror Shield - LANS model.png|Model (Nintendo Switch)
File:SC2-MirrorShield.png|Mirror Shield from ''[[SoulCalibur II]]''
</gallery>
<gallery caption="Ocarina of Time">
File:Mirror Shield - OOT64 render.png|Artwork (N64 original)
File:Mirror Shield.png|''Ocarina of Time'' model (Original)
File:Mirror-Shield-Revised.png|''Ocarina of Time'' model (Revised)
File:Mirror-Shield-3D-Model.png|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D|Ocarina of Time 3D]]'' model
File:Mirror Shield - OOT64 icon (original).png|N64 icon (Original)
File:Mirror Shield - OOT64 icon (GCN).png|N64 icon (Revised)
File:Mirror-Shield-3D.png|3DS icon
</gallery>
<gallery caption="Majora's Mask">
File:Mirror Shield - MM3D Artwork.png|Artwork (3DS)
File:Mirror Shield MM.png|N64 model
File:Mirror Shield - MM3D Model.png|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D|Majora's Mask 3D]]'' model
File:Mirror Shield - MM Icon.png|N64 icon
File:Mirror Shield - MM3D Icon.png|3DS icon
File:MM3D-Link.png|Artwork of Link with the Mirror Shield (3DS)
</gallery>
<gallery caption="Oracle Games">
File:Mirror Shield Oracle Sprite.png|Sprite
</gallery>
<gallery caption="The Wind Waker">
File:Mirror Shield WW.png|Model
</gallery>
<gallery caption="The Minish Cap">
File:Mirror Sheildmc.png|Sprite
File:MirrorShield MC.png|Obtaining the Mirror Shield in ''The Minish Cap''
</gallery>
<gallery caption="Other appearances">
File:SC2-MirrorShield.png|''SoulCalibur II'' model
File:SC2-Mirror Shield 1.png|''SoulCalibur II'' gallery entry (page 1)
File:SC2-Mirror Shield 1.png|''SoulCalibur II'' gallery entry (page 1)
File:SC2-Mirror Shield 2.png|''SoulCalibur II'' gallery entry (page 2)
File:SC2-Mirror Shield 2.png|''SoulCalibur II'' gallery entry (page 2)
File:Mirror-Shield-3D-Model.png|''Mirror Shield Game Model from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D|Ocarina of Time 3D]]''.''
File:Coh-mirror-shield.png|''Cadence of Hyrule'' sprite
File:Mirror-Shield-3D.png|''The Mirror Shield Game Icon from Ocarina of Time 3D''
File:Mirror Shield MM.png|''The Mirror Shield in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''.''
File:Mirror Sheildmc.png|''The Mirror Shield's Sprite in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''.''
File:Mirror_Shield_(TWW).png|''Artwork of the Mirror Shield from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''.''
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Mirror Shield
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The Mirror Shield is a recurring Shield in The Legend of Zelda series. Named after the highly-polished boss, the Mirror Shield is the strongest shield in games that it appears in, being able to reflect magical projectiles that other shields cannot. In the 3D games, it can reflect light off of its surface and is used to solve puzzles.

A Link to the Past

"You found the Mirror Shield! You can now reflect beams that your old shield couldn't block!"

In A Link to the Past, the Mirror Shield is the dungeon item of Turtle Rock. It replaces the Fighter's Shield (or Fire Shield) once obtained, and has the ability to block all magic-based projectiles, including ones shot by Wizzrobes, Laser Eyes, and Lynels. In the GBA remake, the Mirror Shield can be eaten by Like Likes, forcing Link to purchase a new one from a Dark World shop.

Link's Awakening

In Link's Awakening, the Mirror Shield is the dungeon item of the Eagle's Tower. It replaces the regular Shield once obtained, and can reflect fire, wind, and beam attacks. It is required to get past a flamethrower blocking the path to Turtle Rock.

Ocarina of Time

"You found the Mirror Shield! The shield's polished surface can reflect light or energy. Press [R] to use it."

In Ocarina of Time, the Mirror Shield is the dungeon item of the Spirit Temple, alongside the Silver Gauntlets. It is located in a Treasure Chest in the adult era section, where Link must defeat an Iron Knuckle to reach the ledge with the Chest. The Mirror Shield's design is drastically altered in this game; It features a diamond shape with a red border, and the surface of the shield is indented with an ornate pattern.

The Mirror Shield replaces the Hylian Shield once obtained. It destroys projectiles shot by Octoroks, Deku Scrubs, and Business Scrubs instead of reflecting them, and can somewhat reflect one of the magic attacks used by Ganondorf. The Mirror Shield's polished surface also enables it to reflect light; This is required to solve certain puzzles, by shining light onto sun emblems and walls. The Mirror Shield is also required to defeat Twinrova, as it is capable of reflecting their magic attacks.

In addition, the Mirror Shield cannot be consumed by Like Likes.

Majora's Mask

"You got a Mirror Shield! It can reflect certain types of light. Press [R] to assume a defensive position. If you press [R] while Z-Targeting, you can move while defending yourself."

— N/A, Majora's Mask

In Majora's Mask, the Mirror Shield is located in a Treasure Chest Beneath the Well. The design has been altered again; It is an octagonal shield, with a brown outer layer and three gold accents on either side. The boss is grey, and features an agonized face as a decorative design.

The Mirror Shield replaces the Hero's Shield once obtained. It functions mostly identically to its appearance in Ocarina of Time, able to destroy certain projectiles instead of reflecting them; However, reflected light beams are now capable of instantly killing undead enemies, such as Floormasters and ReDeads. It is required to progress through the Ancient Castle of Ikana and solve puzzles in the Stone Tower Temple.

Oracle of Seasons & Oracle of Ages

In both Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages, Link can obtain the Mirror Shield in a Linked Game, if he tells the Smith Secret to the Smithy Manager and already has the Iron Shield. It is the strongest shield in the game, capable of blocking any projectiles the Iron Shield could not. The Mirror Shield can be swallowed by a Like Like, in which case Link can purchase a new one for 80 Rupees.

The Wind Waker

"You got the Mirror Shield! Its shiny surface reflects beams of light. Hold [R] to shield and use [L-Stick] to aim its reflection."

In The Wind Waker, the Mirror Shield is the dungeon item of the Earth Temple, located in a Treasure Chest guarded by three Stalfos. The Mirror Shield returns to its old shape in this game, featuring a blue outer layer, and a grey boss with a design featuring two birds and the Triforce emblem.

The Mirror Shield replaces the Hero's Shield once obtained. It is required to solve light puzzles, by shattering stone statues and reflecting light beams off of other mirrors, and must occasionally be paired with a second light beam via Medli's Harp to solve certain puzzles. The reflected light beams now paralyze undead enemies instead of instantly killing them, and must be used to solidify Poes and turn Dark ChuChus to stone, as well as to defeat Jalhalla.

During the fight against Ganondorf, Link must use the Mirror Shield to bounce the Light Arrows that Princess Zelda fires into Ganondorf, when he begins dodging direct shots.

The Minish Cap

In The Minish Cap, the Mirror Shield is a post-game item. After Vaati is defeated, if Link has completed the Goron Quest and performed a successful Kinstone Fusion with the Goron on the far right, Biggoron will appear at the top of Veil Falls. If Link lets him eat the Small Shield, he can come back after around 20 minutes to receive the Mirror Shield. It uses the design from The Wind Waker, but the frame is a lighter shade of blue, and the design features two gold marks on the side.

The Mirror Shield will automatically reflect any projectiles it blocks.

Tears of the Kingdom

In Tears of the Kingdom, Link can create a Mirror Shield by fusing a Mirror onto a shield. It functions as the Mirror itself, being able to reflect sunlight or other sources of bright light when Link holds it out, and has no magical properties. Reflected light can be used to activate certain Switches, or can be pointed at minor enemies to stun and disarm them.

Other appearances

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Ancient Stone Tablets

In Ancient Stone Tablets, the Mirror Shield can be found in Level 8.

SoulCalibur II

In SoulCalibur II, the Ocarina of Time Mirror Shield is one of the weapons that Link can use. It can be obtained in the Weapons Master Mode, by purchasing it from the Pollux Shop, Rigel Shop, or Aldebaran Shop for 2,200 Gold. When equipped, it is paired with the Master Sword. The shield reflects 33% of damage Link receives onto his opponent.

Weapon Cost (Gold) Attributes Description
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Mirror Shield 		2,200 Hits taken are counters
33% of damage received is inflicted back onto opponent 		A mirror-like shield found in the Spirit Temple. It is an amazing work of art, and there are few who would argue that it is not one of the finest shields in Hyrule. It is said that its surface reflects not only light but hostile intent as well.

Hyrule Warriors

Main article: Light Sword
Lokomo Sword - HWDE icon.png

In Hyrule Warriors, the Wind Waker Mirror Shield is wielded alongside the Lokomo Sword, as the Level 3 variation of the Light Sword weapon class.

The Majora's Mask Mirror Shield also appears as a type of Badge. Purchasing it will increases the warrior's defence in stages where the recommended element is Hyrule Warriors Element Darkness.png Darkness.

Cadence of Hyrule

In Cadence of Hyrule, the Mirror Shield is the third and final shield upgrade, replacing the Tower Shield once obtained. The Mirror Shield is based on its A Link to the Past appearance, and can block stronger attacks and reflect more projectiles when compared to the Tower.

Trivia

  • The Mirror Shield is likely a direct reference to the item of the same name from Kid Icarus, which Pit used to defend himself from Medusa's eye beams. Similarly, the Mirror Shield is first used to defend against Laser Eyes.
    • In both series, the Mirror Shield is a reference to the Greek myth of Perseus, who used a shield to reflect Medusa's gaze.
  • In Ocarina of Time, the Mirror Shield originally featured the real-life star and crescent symbol on it. In later releases and Ocarina of Time 3D, the design was altered to feature the Gerudo crest instead.
  • The face seen on the Majora's Mask Mirror Shield can be seen as one of the Masks carried by the Happy Mask Salesman.
  • In the Collector's Edition of Majora's Mask, the Mirror Shield causes a graphical error due to incorrect emulation; When reflecting light, a green-and-black stripe will slowly slide across the beam of light every few seconds.
  • The Japanese version of Majora's Mask contains an alternate Mirror Shield in the game's programming. It has a finished select icon and resembles the revised Mirror Shield from Ocarina of Time, but will crash the game if it is used.
  • In The Wind Waker, the Mirror Shield disappears from Link's back during the final cutscene, but reappears in the post-credits scene.
  • In The Minish Cap, unused text implies that the Mirror Shield was originally going to be sold, alongside the Magic Boomerang and Fire Rod, for 350 Rupees.

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