Here’s a comprehensive guide to defeating the bosses in The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past:
Ball and Chain Trooper
This knight wields a ball and chain and is encountered in Hyrule Castle. To defeat him:
- Strategy 1: Stun him with the Boomerang, then strike with your sword.
- Strategy 2: Alternatively, lift and throw the nearby pots at him; two hits will suffice.
Armos Knights
Armos Knights are a group of six knights that move in formations. Use your Bow to shoot each knight three times; this is more efficient than using the sword. When only one remains, it will turn red and attempt to jump on you. Continue attacking to defeat it.
Lanmolas
Lanmolas is three giant worms that emerge from the sand. As they surface, they scatter rocks in multiple directions. Their heads are vulnerable; attacking them deals significant damage. Using the Bow or Ice Rod can expedite the battle.
Moldorm
Moldorm is a large worm with a vulnerable tail. Strike its tail to inflict damage. Be cautious of the arena’s edges; falling off resets the fight. As Moldorm sustains damage, its speed increases, making it more unpredictable.
Agahnim (First Encounter)
Agahnim is a wizard impervious to direct attacks. Reflect his energy balls back at him using your sword. Avoid his lightning attack by moving to the sides of the room.
Helmasaur King
Helmasaur King is a dinosaur-like creature with a protective mask. Use the Magic Hammer to break his mask, exposing the green gem on his forehead. Once exposed, attack the gem with your sword or arrows.
Arrghus
Arrghus is a jellyfish-like boss surrounded by smaller Arrgi. Use the Hookshot to pull the Arrgi away and defeat them individually. After all Arrgi are defeated, Arrghus will attempt to jump onto you. Dodge and counterattack with your sword.
Mothula
Mothula is a moth-like boss in a hazardous room. The room features moving floors and Blade Traps. Mothula shoots beams in three directions; staying to its side or above can help in avoiding these attacks. The Fire Rod is highly effective; if you run out of magic, resort to sword attacks.
Blind the Thief
Blind the Thief changes phases during the fight. After a few hits, Blind’s head detaches and floats around, shooting fireballs. A new head regenerates on his body; repeat the process of attacking the new head while avoiding the detached ones. The Cane of Byrna can be used offensively against Blind, making the fight easier.
Kholdstare
Kholdstare is an eye encased in ice. Melt the ice using the Fire Rod or the Bombos Medallion. Once free, Kholdstare splits into three eyes. Defeat each using your sword or Fire Rod.
Vitreous
Vitreous is giant eye surrounded by smaller eyes. Defeat the smaller eyes with your sword while avoiding lightning attacks from the central eye. After the smaller eyes are gone, attack the main eye directly to defeat it.
Trinexx
Trinexx is a three-headed turtle-like creature: Use the Fire Rod on the blue head and the Ice Rod on the red head, then attack each with your sword. After defeating the elemental heads, Trinexx transforms into a snake-like form. Attack the flashing segment to finish the battle.
Agahnim (Second Encounter)
This time, Agahnim creates two clones. Identify the real Agahnim by his solid appearance; the clones are translucent. Reflect the real Agahnim’s energy balls back at him to inflict damage.
Ganon
The final boss with multiple attack phases:. Initially, dodge his fire bats and attack with your sword. As the battle progresses, parts of the floor will collapse; avoid falling.Ganon will extinguish the room’s torches, rendering him invisible. Relight them using the Fire Rod or Lamp.When Ganon turns blue, strike him with your sword to stun him, then shoot a Silver Arrow. Repeat this process until he is defeated.