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'''Moblins''' are foot soldiers created in [[Ganon]]'s image; they are pig-like beasts and are frequent to the games. They were first introduced in ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'' and are still making appearances in recent titles such as ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''.
'''Moblins''' are foot soldiers created in [[Ganon]]'s image. They are pig-like beasts and are frequent to the games. They were first introduced in ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'' and are still making appearances in recent titles such as ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
===The Legend of Zelda===
===The Legend of Zelda===
In the original ''The Legend of Zelda'', Moblins appear in two varieties, Orange and Blue. The only difference between the two is that the Orange one requires two hits to defeat, while the Blue one requires three (with the [[Wooden Sword]]). They attack by running into [[Link]] and on occasion shoot [[Arrow]]s.


In the original ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]'', Moblins appear in two varieties, Orange and Blue. The only difference between the two is that the Orange one requires two hits to defeat, while the Blue one requires three (with the [[Wooden Sword]]). They attack by running into [[Link]] and on occasion shoot [[Arrow]]s.
A few Moblins appear in caves called [[Secret Moblin]]s and will give Link ten, 30, 50, or 100 denominations of [[Rupee]]s to keep their hiding place hidden.<ref>{{Cite|LoZ|58|Secret Moblin}}</ref>
 
A few Moblins appear in caves called [[Secret Moblin]]s and will give Link ten, 30, 50, or 100 denominations of [[Rupee]]s to keep their hiding place hidden.


===The Adventure of Link===
===The Adventure of Link===
 
Moblins appear near the beginning of ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'' in forests and provide ten experience points. They walk into Link while constantly jabbing their spears.
Moblins appear near the beginning of the game in forests and provide ten experience points. They walk into link while cosnstently jabbing there spears.


===A Link to the Past===
===A Link to the Past===
Moblins appear in the [[Dark World]] and are more powerful than the soldiers fought in the [[Light World]].
Moblins appear in the [[Dark World]] and are more powerful than the soldiers fought in the [[Light World]].


===Link's Awakening===
===Link's Awakening===
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', Moblins are extemely common enemies. They can appear in [[dungeon]]s or in some regions of [[Koholint Island]], such as the [[Mysterious Woods]] or [[Tal Tal Heights]].<ref>{{Cite|LA|310|[[Ulrira]]}}</ref>
A gang of Moblins lives in a [[Moblin Hideout|hideout]] in the Tal Tal Heights area. Their leader, the [[Great Moblin]], kidnaps [[Madam MeowMeow]]'s pet [[Bow-Wow]].<ref>{{Cite|LA|293|Madam MeowMeow}}</ref> Link must fight through many Moblins to save it.


===Ocarina of Time===
===Ocarina of Time===
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Moblins appear in the [[Sacred Forest Meadow]] when Link returns as an adult. They will charge at him should he enter their field of vision. While charging, Link cannot hurt them. They are vulnerable to the [[Hookshot]] and can be taken down with one hit.


Moblins appear in the [[Sacred Forest Meadow]] when Link returns as an adult. They will charge at him should he enter their field of vision. While charging, Link cannot hurt them. They are vulnerable to the [[Longshot]] and can be taken down with one hit.
There is a stronger version of the Moblin called a [[Club Moblin]] that guards the entrance to the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]] and is notably more difficult. It swings a giant club at Link, shooting out clouds of dust which will knock Link back if he is hit. It is vulnerable to the [[Fairy Bow|Bow]] and the Hookshot, though the Hookshot isn't practical to use until upgraded to the [[Longshot]]. The way Link can get past them is by runing to the left then the right or in reverse. Once Link gets behind them he can slash away with his sword. They take three hits to kill with the [[Master Sword]]. Everytime Link re-enters the area, the Club Moblin will reappear.
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There is a stronger version of the Moblin called a [[Club Moblin]] that guards the entrance to the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]] and is notably more difficult. It swings a giant club at Link, shooting out clouds of dust which will knock Link back if he is hit. It is vulnerable to the [[Fairy Bow|Bow]] and the Hookshot, though the [[Hookshot]] isn't practical to use until upgraded to the [[Longshot]]. The way Link can get past them is by runing to the left then the right or in reverse. Once Link gets behind them he can slash away with his sword. They take three hits to kill with the [[Master Sword]]. Everytime Link re-enters the area, the Club Moblin will reappear.


===Oracle of Ages===
===Oracle of Ages===
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===Four Swords===
===Four Swords===


===Wind Waker===
===The Wind Waker===
 
Moblins appear most notably inside the [[Forsaken Fortress]] as guards. The first time Link enters the fortress, he is without a sword. Due to this, if a Moblin catches him, they will throw him in prison should they see him. They aren't the brightest of enemies and can be easily fooled by hiding beneath a barrel. The second time through the Moblins won't be frightened to attack the young hero with their spears. Moblin Spears are among the weapons that Link can use to fight with.
Moblins appear most notably inside the [[Forsaken Fortress]] as guards. The first time Link enters the fortress, he is without a sword. Due to this, if a Moblin catches him, they will throw him in prison should they see him. They aren't the brightest of enemies and can be easily fooled by hiding beneath a barrel. The second time through the Moblins won't be frightened to attack the young hero with their spears. Moblin Spears are among the weapons that Link can use to fight with.


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They drop [[Joy Pendant]]s upon defeat for the [[Spoils Bag]], which are collectible items for a side quest in the game.
They drop [[Joy Pendant]]s upon defeat for the [[Spoils Bag]], which are collectible items for a side quest in the game.


===Minish Cap===
===The Minish Cap===
 
Despite being made in Ganon's image, Ganon does not appear in the ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''. This makes the Moblins' appearance in the game peculiar. They appear partway through the game and frequent the overworld. Two variants appear, [[Spear Moblin]]s and [[Bow Moblin]]s. Spear Moblins will charge at Link, and Bow Moblins will fire arrows. They can be easily defeated by stunning them with the [[Boomerang]] and then slashing them with Link's sword.
Despite being made in Ganon's image, Ganon does not appear in the Minish Cap. This makes the Moblins' appearance in the game peculiar. They appear partway through the game and frequent the overworld. Two variants appear, [[Spear Moblin]]s and [[Bow Moblin]]s. Spear Moblins will charge at Link, and Bow Moblins will fire arrows. They can be easily defeated by stunning them with the [[Boomerang]] and then slashing them with Link's sword.


===Skyward Sword===
===Skyward Sword===
 
Moblins return in ''Skyward Sword'' and their appearance has changed quite a bit. Now they are fat, red, and are bigger than Link himself. These Moblins hold a wooden or metal square-shaped shield. The wooden varient's shield can be cut into very small pieces leaving the Moblin vulnerable to [[sword]] attacks. Also, Link can dash into the shield causing him to jump over the Moblin, enabling him to slash away at his behind. Moblins are a very common enemy when revisiting [[Faron Woods]] and drop alot of rupees.
Moblins return in Skyward Sword and their appearance has changed quite a bit. Now they are fat, red, and are bigger than Link himself. These Moblins hold a wooden or metal square-shaped shield. The wooden varient's shield can be cut into very small pieces leaving the Moblin vulnerable to [[sword]] attacks. Also, Link can dash into the shield causing him to jump over the Moblin, enabling him to slash away at his behind. Moblins are a very common enemy when revisiting [[Faron Woods]] and drop alot of rupees.


====Wooden Shield Moblin====
====Wooden Shield Moblin====
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Link can use his sword to chop the Moblin's Shield into small pieces. When its shield is too small, The Moblin will throw it away and begin to fight without a shield. Now, slash away at its big red belly until the Moblin goes down. Alternatively, Link can dash straight at the Moblin, which will cause Link to jump over and attack from its rear.
Link can use his sword to chop the Moblin's Shield into small pieces. When its shield is too small, The Moblin will throw it away and begin to fight without a shield. Now, slash away at its big red belly until the Moblin goes down. Alternatively, Link can dash straight at the Moblin, which will cause Link to jump over and attack from its rear.


====Metal Shield Moblin====
====Metal Shield Moblin====
{{Fi|Metal Shield Moblin}}


Link must dash over the Moblin's shield to attack it. Then, slash away at its exposed rear. This type of Moblin is commonly found on narrow ledges, where one wrong move could force the player to restart the battle. Metal shield moblins take more hits to kill than the wooden shield moblins. Unlike wooden shield moblins, their shields won't break; they can also be attacked from afar with the bow.
Link must dash over the Moblin's shield to attack it. Then, slash away at its exposed rear. This type of Moblin is commonly found on narrow ledges, where one wrong move could force the player to restart the battle. Metal shield moblins take more hits to kill than the wooden shield moblins. Unlike wooden shield moblins, their shields won't break; they can also be attacked from afar with the bow.
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==References==
==References==
 
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# "A bulldog-like goblin who lives in the forest. He attacks by throwing spears. A little bit meaner than [[Octorok]]s." — (The Legend of Zelda - US Instruction Manual, NES Version, [http://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album=52&pid=520#top_display_media page 30]).
# "These ugly, dog-faced goblins dwell in the forest. Stronger than Octoroks, their weapon of choice is the throwing spear." — (The Legend of Zelda - US Instruction Manual, GBA Release Version, [http://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album=537&pid=14996#top_display_media page 24]).
# "Moblins, or "Molblins" as they've come to be called recently, are piggish brutes who attack with swords and care only about food and Rupees. Ganondorf (and Ganon) frequently hired bands of Moblin mercenaries to seek out and destroy Link." - ([http://zelda.com/universe/pedia/m.jsp The Great Hyrule Encyclopedia]).
 


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Moblins are foot soldiers created in Ganon's image. They are pig-like beasts and are frequent to the games. They were first introduced in The Legend of Zelda and are still making appearances in recent titles such as Skyward Sword.

Appearances

The Legend of Zelda

In the original The Legend of Zelda, Moblins appear in two varieties, Orange and Blue. The only difference between the two is that the Orange one requires two hits to defeat, while the Blue one requires three (with the Wooden Sword). They attack by running into Link and on occasion shoot Arrows.

A few Moblins appear in caves called Secret Moblins and will give Link ten, 30, 50, or 100 denominations of Rupees to keep their hiding place hidden.[1]

The Adventure of Link

Moblins appear near the beginning of The Adventure of Link in forests and provide ten experience points. They walk into Link while constantly jabbing their spears.

A Link to the Past

Moblins appear in the Dark World and are more powerful than the soldiers fought in the Light World.

Link's Awakening

In Link's Awakening, Moblins are extemely common enemies. They can appear in dungeons or in some regions of Koholint Island, such as the Mysterious Woods or Tal Tal Heights.[2]

A gang of Moblins lives in a hideout in the Tal Tal Heights area. Their leader, the Great Moblin, kidnaps Madam MeowMeow's pet Bow-Wow.[3] Link must fight through many Moblins to save it.

Ocarina of Time

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Moblin

Moblins appear in the Sacred Forest Meadow when Link returns as an adult. They will charge at him should he enter their field of vision. While charging, Link cannot hurt them. They are vulnerable to the Hookshot and can be taken down with one hit.

There is a stronger version of the Moblin called a Club Moblin that guards the entrance to the Forest Temple and is notably more difficult. It swings a giant club at Link, shooting out clouds of dust which will knock Link back if he is hit. It is vulnerable to the Bow and the Hookshot, though the Hookshot isn't practical to use until upgraded to the Longshot. The way Link can get past them is by runing to the left then the right or in reverse. Once Link gets behind them he can slash away with his sword. They take three hits to kill with the Master Sword. Everytime Link re-enters the area, the Club Moblin will reappear.

Oracle of Ages

Oracle of Seasons

Four Swords

The Wind Waker

Moblins appear most notably inside the Forsaken Fortress as guards. The first time Link enters the fortress, he is without a sword. Due to this, if a Moblin catches him, they will throw him in prison should they see him. They aren't the brightest of enemies and can be easily fooled by hiding beneath a barrel. The second time through the Moblins won't be frightened to attack the young hero with their spears. Moblin Spears are among the weapons that Link can use to fight with.

Moblins also appear in Hyrule Castle frozen in time before Link draws the Master Sword. After doing so, they will begin to patrol the castle and attack Link.

They drop Joy Pendants upon defeat for the Spoils Bag, which are collectible items for a side quest in the game.

The Minish Cap

Despite being made in Ganon's image, Ganon does not appear in the The Minish Cap. This makes the Moblins' appearance in the game peculiar. They appear partway through the game and frequent the overworld. Two variants appear, Spear Moblins and Bow Moblins. Spear Moblins will charge at Link, and Bow Moblins will fire arrows. They can be easily defeated by stunning them with the Boomerang and then slashing them with Link's sword.

Skyward Sword

Moblins return in Skyward Sword and their appearance has changed quite a bit. Now they are fat, red, and are bigger than Link himself. These Moblins hold a wooden or metal square-shaped shield. The wooden varient's shield can be cut into very small pieces leaving the Moblin vulnerable to sword attacks. Also, Link can dash into the shield causing him to jump over the Moblin, enabling him to slash away at his behind. Moblins are a very common enemy when revisiting Faron Woods and drop alot of rupees.

Wooden Shield Moblin

FiIcon.png

Link can use his sword to chop the Moblin's Shield into small pieces. When its shield is too small, The Moblin will throw it away and begin to fight without a shield. Now, slash away at its big red belly until the Moblin goes down. Alternatively, Link can dash straight at the Moblin, which will cause Link to jump over and attack from its rear.

Metal Shield Moblin

FiIcon.png

Link must dash over the Moblin's shield to attack it. Then, slash away at its exposed rear. This type of Moblin is commonly found on narrow ledges, where one wrong move could force the player to restart the battle. Metal shield moblins take more hits to kill than the wooden shield moblins. Unlike wooden shield moblins, their shields won't break; they can also be attacked from afar with the bow.

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References

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