Weapons and Shields

Use: A heavily corroded sword, barely functional. Very low attack and durability.

Base Stats: Attack 6, Durability 8

Location: Found scattered in ruins, especially near the Great Plateau and early areas. Can be fed to Rock Octoroks to potentially receive a better sword.

Use: A basic sword suitable for novice adventurers. Common early-game weapon.

Base Stats: Attack 5, Durability 20

Location: Great Plateau, Hyrule Field, West Necluda. Dropped by Red Bokoblins, found in basic chests.

Use: Standard issue for Hylian soldiers. A reliable step up from the Traveler’s Sword.

Base Stats: Attack 14, Durability 23

Location: Dropped by Blue Bokoblins/Moblins, found in shrines, chests around Central Hyrule, Necluda, Lanayru.

Use: A sword carried by knights of Hyrule Castle. Offers good damage and durability for mid-game.

Base Stats: Attack 26, Durability 27

Location: Dropped by Black Bokoblins/Moblins/Lizalfos, found in shrines in mid-game regions, Hyrule Castle vicinity.

Use: A high-quality sword issued to elite knights or royal guards. Excellent attack power and solid durability for late-game use.

Base Stats: Attack 36, Durability 36

Location: Dropped by high-level enemies (Black/Silver monsters, Hinoxes), found in chests within Hyrule Castle or challenging shrines.

Use: A unique wooden sword crafted by Koroks. Has modest attack but decent durability. Can receive modifiers like Durability Up+.

Base Stats: Attack 22, Durability 27

Location: Found primarily in Korok Forest or given as rewards for Korok Trials. Chests near the Great Deku Tree.

Use: An elegantly crafted Zora weapon. Standard mid-tier damage and durability.

Base Stats: Attack 15, Durability 27

Location: Primarily found in the Lanayru region, especially around Zora’s Domain. Wielded by Lizalfos in the area.

Use: A sword incorporating Rito design elements. Lightweight with decent attack speed.

Base Stats: Attack 15, Durability 27

Location: Primarily found in the Tabantha region around Rito Village. Wielded by enemies there, found in some local chests.

Use: A curved sword typical of Gerudo warriors. Offers decent damage and attack speed.

Base Stats: Attack 16, Durability 23

Location: Primarily found in the Gerudo Desert region, wielded by Gerudo warriors in town (display only) and Lizalfos in the desert.

Use: A more ornate and powerful Gerudo scimitar, said to glow in the moonlight. Good attack power.

Base Stats: Attack 25, Durability 32

Location: Found in chests within the Gerudo Desert, sometimes dropped by stronger Lizalfos there, or found in certain shrines.

Use: The Champion weapon wielded by Urbosa. A beautifully crafted Gerudo scimitar with good attack and high durability. Often paired with the Daybreaker shield.

Base Stats: Attack 32, Durability 60

Location: Gifted by Riju in Gerudo Town after appeasing Divine Beast Vah Naboris.

Reforged: Can be reforged by Buliara in Gerudo Town if broken, requiring a Gerudo Scimitar, 5 Flint, and 1 Diamond.

Use: A magical sword constantly imbued with fire. Ignites enemies and flammable objects (campfires, grass, leaves, wooden crates) with each strike. Consumes weapon energy when drawn, but recharges when sheathed. Excellent for cold environments and against ice enemies.

Base Stats: Attack 24, Durability 36

Location: Found in certain shrines (e.g., Tutsuwa Nima Shrine), dropped by specific enemies (like Stal-enemies near Eldin), or in specific overworld locations (e.g., Ancient Tree Stump in Hyrule Field).

Use: A magical sword constantly imbued with ice. Freezes enemies solid with each strike, allowing for follow-up attacks or strategic retreat. Consumes energy but recharges. Effective against fire enemies and in hot environments.

Base Stats: Attack 20, Durability 30

Location: Found in certain shrines, dropped by specific enemies (like Stal-enemies near Hebra), or in specific locations (e.g., Coliseum Ruins after world progression).

Use: A magical sword constantly imbued with electricity. Shocks enemies on contact, causing them to drop their weapons and shields. Consumes energy but recharges. Very effective in water or during rain, creating an area-of-effect shock. Can power ancient Sheikah circuits.

Base Stats: Attack 22, Durability 36

Location: Found in certain shrines, dropped by specific enemies (like Stal-enemies near Faron/Ridgeland), or in specific locations (e.g., Coliseum Ruins after world progression).

Use: Energy blades wielded by Guardian Scouts. Deal decent damage, especially effective against Guardian-type enemies. Low durability initially, but ++ versions are much stronger.

Base Stats: Attack 20 / 30 / 40, Durability 17 / 26 / 32 (Base / + / ++)

Location: Dropped by Guardian Scout II, III and IV respectively in ‘Test of Strength’ shrines.

Use: A one-handed sword crafted using advanced Sheikah technology. Deals high damage, especially against Guardians and Malice-based foes. Good durability. Requires Ancient Materials to craft.

Base Stats: Attack 40, Durability 54

Location: Crafted by Cherry at the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab using 15 Ancient Springs, 5 Ancient Shafts, 2 Ancient Cores, and 1,000 Rupees.

Use: A curved blade favored by Yiga Footsoldiers. Relatively fast attack speed.

Base Stats: Attack 16, Durability 14

Location: Dropped exclusively by Yiga Footsoldiers after they are defeated.

Use: A larger, more intimidating sickle used by Yiga Blademasters encountered later in the game. Higher damage than the Vicious Sickle.

Base Stats: Attack 40, Durability 25

Location: Dropped exclusively by Yiga Blademasters after they are defeated, typically those encountered outside the Yiga Hideout.

Use: The legendary Blade of Evil’s Bane, synonymous with the hero. Deals moderate base damage but awakens its true potential near Calamity Ganon‘s influence (Guardians, Malice, Divine Beasts, Hyrule Castle), doubling its attack power to 60 and greatly increasing durability. Can fire sword beams at full health. It never permanently breaks; instead, it runs out of energy and requires a 10-minute real-time cooldown to recharge.

Base Stats: Attack 30 (60 when awakened), Durability 40 (Much higher when awakened)

Location: Found resting in its pedestal within the Korok Forest, located north of Hyrule Castle through the Lost Woods. Link must possess at least 13 permanent Heart Containers (obtained from Spirit Orbs or Divine Beasts) to successfully pull the sword from its pedestal.

Use: A corroded two-handed sword found in ruins. Very low damage and durability, but can be cleaned by Rock Octoroks.

Base Stats: Attack 12, Durability 10

Location: Common in ruined areas, especially the Great Plateau and near old battle sites.

Use: A basic but large two-handed sword suitable for early exploration. Decent damage for starting areas.

Base Stats: Attack 10, Durability 20

Location: Great Plateau, Hyrule Field, West Necluda. Often wielded by Blue Bokoblins or found in early chests.

Use: Standard-issue two-handed sword for Hylian soldiers. Reliable damage and durability for mid-game challenges.

Base Stats: Attack 20, Durability 25

Location: Dropped by Blue/Black Moblins and Bokoblins, found in shrines and chests around Central Hyrule, Tabantha Frontier.

Use: A heavy sword favored by Hylian knights. Delivers strong blows and has good durability.

Base Stats: Attack 38, Durability 30

Location: Dropped by Black/Silver Moblins and Lizalfos, found in mid-to-late game shrines, Hyrule Castle vicinity.

Use: A top-tier two-handed sword used by Hyrule’s Royal Guard. Very high attack power and solid durability, excellent for late-game combat.

Base Stats: Attack 52, Durability 40

Location: Dropped by powerful enemies (Silver Moblins, Hinoxes, Lynels), found in chests within Hyrule Castle or challenging shrines. One famously rests atop Woodland Tower.

Use: A sturdy Goron-made weapon resembling a hammer on a sword hilt. Excellent for breaking ore deposits and damaging Taluses. Decent combat damage.

Base Stats: Attack 15, Durability 30

Location: Common in the Eldin region around Goron City, wielded by Gorons (display only) and monsters there. Required for reforging the Boulder Breaker.

Use: A more powerful Goron two-handed weapon, even more effective at mining and fighting Taluses than the Cobble Crusher. High attack power.

Base Stats: Attack 42, Durability 40

Location: Found in chests within the Eldin region shrines, sometimes dropped by stronger enemies near Death Mountain.

Use: A heavy-duty hammer primarily used as a tool for mining ore deposits (destroys them quickly) and breaking crates/rocks. Can be used as a slow but impactful weapon. Essential for breaking Talus weak points efficiently.

Base Stats: Attack 12, Durability 40 (High durability for mining)

Location: Very common near ore deposits, stables, villages, construction sites. Sometimes carried by monsters.

Use: Primarily a tool for chopping down trees to gather wood. Can be used as a very basic two-handed weapon with low damage.

Base Stats: Attack 3, Durability 47 (High durability for chopping)

Location: Extremely common near stables, villages, forests, often found leaning against buildings or near chopping blocks.

Use: A large battle axe effective both for combat and chopping trees. Offers better damage than the Woodcutter’s Axe.

Base Stats: Attack 18, Durability 52 (High durability)

Location: Found occasionally near stables (e.g., Tabantha Bridge Stable), wielded by stronger Bokoblins/Moblins, found in some shrines.

Use: A massive two-handed sword constantly imbued with fire. Creates fiery explosions on impact, igniting enemies and surroundings. Excellent against ice foes and in cold climates. Consumes energy, recharges when sheathed.

Base Stats: Attack 34, Durability 50

Location: Found in challenging shrines, specific hidden locations (e.g., inside Eldin Great Skeleton), or sometimes in the Coliseum Ruins after world progression.

Use: A colossal two-handed sword imbued with ice magic. Freezes enemies solid on contact, creating shatter opportunities. Effective against fire foes and in hot climates. Consumes energy, recharges when sheathed.

Base Stats: Attack 30, Durability 40

Location: Found in challenging shrines, specific hidden locations (e.g., near Hebra Peak), or sometimes in the Coliseum Ruins after world progression.

Use: An immense two-handed sword imbued with electrical energy. Creates powerful electrical discharges on impact, shocking and disarming enemies over a wide area. Very effective in water/rain. Consumes energy, recharges when sheathed.

Base Stats: Attack 32, Durability 50

Location: Found in challenging shrines, specific hidden locations (e.g., Cuho Mountain summit), or sometimes in the Coliseum Ruins after world progression.

Use: A unique Sheikah-designed two-handed sword with blades on both ends. Offers high attack power.

Base Stats: Attack 50, Durability 35

Location: Found in chests within certain shrines (e.g., Trial of Power), sometimes wielded by Sheikah Monks in DLC trials, or within Hyrule Castle.

Use: The signature katana wielded by Yiga Blademasters. Its charged attack unleashes vacuum projectiles. High attack power but somewhat fragile.

Base Stats: Attack 40, Durability 25

Location: Dropped exclusively by Yiga Blademasters upon defeat.

Use: A two-handed axe incorporating Guardian technology. Deals high damage, particularly effective against Guardian-type enemies. ++ version is very powerful.

Base Stats: Attack 30 / 45 / 60, Durability 15 / 20 / 25 (Base / + / ++)

Location: Dropped by Guardian Scouts (levels II, III, IV respectively) in ‘Test of Strength’ shrines.

Use: The formidable two-handed Champion weapon wielded by Daruk. Exceptionally durable and boasts high attack power, making it excellent for both combat and shattering ore deposits or rocks.

Base Stats: Attack 60, Durability 60

Location: Gifted by the Goron Boss Bludo in Goron City after Link appeases Divine Beast Vah Rudania.

Reforged: If broken, Rohan the blacksmith in Goron City can reforge it. Link needs to provide a Cobble Crusher, 5 pieces of Flint, and 1 Diamond.

Use: Massive, high-damage two-handed weapons wielded by Lynels equipped with crushers. Among the highest base attack weapons in the game.

Base Stats: Attack 54 / 78, Durability 25 / 35 (Mighty / Savage)

Location: Dropped exclusively by Blue-Maned (Mighty) or White-Maned/Silver/Gold (Savage) Lynels that wield crushers.

Use: A corroded spear found in ruins. Very low attack and durability. Can be cleaned by Rock Octoroks.

Base Stats: Attack 5, Durability 15

Location: Common in ruined areas like the Great Plateau.

Use: A simple spear commonly used by travelers. Basic reach and damage, good for early game.

Base Stats: Attack 3, Durability 30

Location: Great Plateau, Hyrule Field. Often carried by Bokoblins or found in early chests.

Use: Standard Hylian military spear. Offers improved reach, damage, and durability over the Traveler’s Spear.

Base Stats: Attack 7, Durability 35

Location: Dropped by Blue Bokoblins/Lizalfos, found in shrines, Central Hyrule, Necluda.

Use: A sturdy spear used by Hylian knights. Good damage, reach, and durability for mid-game.

Base Stats: Attack 13, Durability 40

Location: Dropped by Black Lizalfos/Moblins, found in mid-game shrines, Hyrule Castle vicinity.

Use: An elite spear used by the Royal Guard. High attack power for a spear, excellent reach, and strong durability.

Base Stats: Attack 26, Durability 50

Location: Dropped by high-level enemies (Black/Silver Lizalfos, Moblins, Hinoxes), found in chests within Hyrule Castle or challenging shrines.

Use: A unique wooden spear crafted by Koroks. Modest damage but good durability for a wooden weapon.

Base Stats: Attack 11, Durability 35

Location: Found primarily in Korok Forest or given as rewards for Korok Trials.

Use: A standard spear crafted by the Zora. Known for its elegant design. Mid-tier stats. Required for reforging the Lightscale Trident.

Base Stats: Attack 9, Durability 40

Location: Common in the Lanayru region around Zora’s Domain, wielded by Lizalfos or found in underwater chests.

Use: A more powerful and ornate Zora spear. Good damage and durability.

Base Stats: Attack 12, Durability 40

Location: Found in chests within Zora’s Domain or dropped by stronger Lizalfos in the Lanayru region.

Use: A lightweight spear incorporating Rito feathers. Decent performance overall.

Base Stats: Attack 10, Durability 35

Location: Common in the Tabantha region around Rito Village, wielded by local enemies or found in chests.

Use: A spear crafted in the Gerudo region style. Offers good reach and moderate stats.

Base Stats: Attack 16, Durability 35

Location: Primarily found in the Gerudo Desert region, wielded by Lizalfos or Moblins there.

Use: A spear imbued with fire magic. Ignites enemies on hit. Consumes energy, recharges when sheathed. Good reach for applying burn status.

Base Stats: Attack 24, Durability 50

Location: Found in certain shrines, specific locations (e.g., Coliseum Ruins after world progression), or dropped by specific high-level enemies.

Use: A spear imbued with ice magic. Freezes enemies on hit. Consumes energy, recharges when sheathed. Excellent reach for freezing foes safely.

Base Stats: Attack 20, Durability 40

Location: Found in certain shrines (e.g., Hebra region), specific locations (e.g., Coliseum Ruins after world progression), or dropped by specific high-level enemies.

Use: A spear imbued with electrical magic. Shocks enemies on hit, causing them to drop equipment. Consumes energy, recharges when sheathed. Effective in wet conditions.

Base Stats: Attack 22, Durability 50

Location: Found in certain shrines (e.g., Ridgeland Tower), specific locations (e.g., Coliseum Ruins after world progression), or dropped by specific high-level enemies.

Use: Energy polearms wielded by Guardian Scouts. Offer good reach and damage, especially against Guardian-type enemies. ++ variant is quite powerful.

Base Stats: Attack 10 / 15 / 20, Durability 20 / 25 / 35 (Base / + / ++)

Location: Dropped by Guardian Scouts (levels II, III, IV respectively) in ‘Test of Strength’ shrines.

Use: A polearm crafted using ancient Sheikah technology. Features excellent reach and high damage, particularly against Guardians and Malice. Good durability.

Base Stats: Attack 30, Durability 50

Location: Crafted by Cherry at the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab using 15 Ancient Gears, 5 Ancient Shafts, 2 Ancient Cores, and 1,000 Rupees.

Use: A uniquely shaped spear sometimes wielded by high-level Lizalfos. Offers decent stats.

Base Stats: Attack 12, Durability 35

Location: Occasionally dropped by Black or Silver Lizalfos, particularly in regions like Hebra or Gerudo Highlands.

Use: The elegant and cherished Champion weapon wielded by Mipha. It has high durability and can be reforged if broken. It has no water-based attack bonus in Breath of the Wild.

Base Stats: Attack 22, Durability 70

Location: Gifted by King Dorephan in Zora’s Domain after Link successfully appeases Divine Beast Vah Ruta.

Reforged: If it breaks, Dento the blacksmith in Zora’s Domain can reforge it. Link must provide a Zora Spear, 5 pieces of Flint, and 1 Diamond.

Use: Powerful spears wielded by some Lynels. Offer excellent reach and very high damage output.

Base Stats: Attack 20 / 30, Durability 35 / 45 (Mighty / Savage)

Location: Dropped exclusively by Blue-Maned (Mighty) or White-Maned/Silver/Gold (Savage) Lynels that wield spears.

Use: The most basic bow, simple and weak. Low power, range, and durability.

Base Stats: Attack 4, Durability 20

Location: Very common on the Great Plateau and early game areas, used by Red Bokoblins.

Use: A standard bow for travelers. Modest stats suitable for early exploration.

Base Stats: Attack 5, Durability 22

Location: Common in early areas, chests, dropped by Bokoblins.

Use: Standard Hylian military issue. Offers a reliable balance of power, range, and durability for mid-game.

Base Stats: Attack 14, Durability 36

Location: Common drop from Blue/Black Bokoblins and Lizalfos, found in shrines, around Central Hyrule.

Use: A sturdy bow used by Hylian knights. Good power and durability.

Base Stats: Attack 26, Durability 48

Location: Dropped by Black/Silver enemies, found in mid-to-late game shrines, Hyrule Castle vicinity.

Use: A high-quality bow used by the Royal Guard. Excellent power and durability, a top-tier standard bow.

Base Stats: Attack 38, Durability 60

Location: Dropped by powerful Silver enemies, Hinoxes; found in chests in Hyrule Castle or challenging shrines.

Use: A unique wooden bow crafted by Koroks. Fires three arrows per shot while consuming one arrow. Some examples can carry a Five-Shot Burst modifier.

Base Stats: Attack 15 × 3 (five arrows with Five-Shot Burst), Durability 35

Location: Primarily found in Korok Forest or given as rewards for Korok Trials.

Use: The Zora-made bow, counterpart to the Silverscale Spear. Good overall stats.

Base Stats: Attack 15, Durability 40 (Often considered a slightly better Soldier’s Bow visually)

Location: Chests within Zora’s Domain, sometimes dropped by enemies in Lanayru.

Use: A standard Rito bow known for its quick draw speed. Low attack power but fires rapidly. Required for reforging the Great Eagle Bow.

Base Stats: Attack 9, Durability 30

Location: Common in Rito Village and the Tabantha region, used by Rito guards and found in local chests.

Use: A superior Rito bow offering increased power and range compared to the Swallow Bow, while maintaining a fast draw speed. Excellent for aerial combat.

Base Stats: Attack 20, Durability 50

Location: Found in chests near Rito Village (e.g., Flight Range) or sometimes dropped by enemies in Tabantha.

Use: An ornate Gerudo bow with a long-range zoom for precise shots. Its base attack is 14.

Base Stats: Attack 14, Durability 60

Location: Found in chests within the Gerudo region, particularly in the Yiga Clan Hideout and Gerudo Town barracks.

Use: A Sheikah-designed bow incorporating a scope for enhanced zoom (sniper functionality). Allows for precise long-range shots.

Base Stats: Attack 10, Durability 45

Location: Commonly found in chests within shrines located near Sheikah settlements like Kakariko Village and Hateno Village.

Use: The signature bow of the Yiga Clan. Fires two arrows horizontally simultaneously while only consuming one arrow. Offers good damage output and range.

Base Stats: Attack 14 (x2), Durability 18 (Low)

Location: Dropped exclusively by Yiga Footsoldier archers upon defeat.

Use: Extremely potent multi-shot bows wielded only by Lynels. All three tiers fire three arrows per shot; the Mighty and Savage versions can roll the 5-Shot Burst modifier. Consumes only one arrow per shot. Delivers massive damage, especially with headshots or elemental arrows. Essential late-game gear.

Base Stats: Attack 10 / 20 / 32 per arrow, three arrows per shot (Lynel / Mighty / Savage), Durability 30 / 35 / 45

Location: Dropped exclusively by Lynels of corresponding difficulty tiers. Red-maned Lynels drop the basic Lynel Bow, Blue-Maned Lynels the Mighty one, and White-Maned, Silver and Golden Lynels the Savage one.

Use: The pinnacle of Sheikah bow technology. Offers high attack power, exceptional durability, significantly increased range, and fires arrows in an almost perfectly straight line with minimal drop-off, making it the ultimate sniper bow. Deals bonus damage to Guardians.

Base Stats: Attack 44, Durability 120 (Very High)

Location: Crafted by Cherry at the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab using 10 Ancient Gears, 15 Ancient Springs, 1 Giant Ancient Core, and 1,000 Rupees.

Use: The legendary Champion weapon wielded by Revali. This unique Rito bow fires three arrows horizontally simultaneously (consuming one arrow) and boasts an exceptionally fast draw speed, making it ideal for quick shots and aerial combat.

Base Stats: Attack 28 (x3), Durability 60

Location: Gifted by the Rito Elder Kaneli in Rito Village after Link successfully appeases Divine Beast Vah Medoh.

Reforged: If broken, Harth in Rito Village can reforge it. Link must provide a Swallow Bow, 5 Bundles of Wood, and 1 Diamond.

Use: The most basic shield type. Offers minimal protection and has very low durability. Burns instantly upon contact with fire. Safe during thunderstorms.

Base Stats: Guard 2, Durability 12

Location: Very common on the Great Plateau and early areas, used by Red Bokoblins.

Use: A simple shield commonly carried by travelers. Slightly better than the Wooden Shield. Usually made of wood and leather.

Base Stats: Guard 4, Durability 12

Location: Common in early areas, dropped by Bokoblins, found in basic chests.

Use: Standard Hylian military shield, often made of metal. Offers decent protection and durability for early-to-mid game.

Base Stats: Guard 16, Durability 16

Location: Common drop from Blue Bokoblins/Lizalfos, found in shrines, Central Hyrule. Being metal, it attracts lightning.

Use: A robust metal shield used by Hylian knights. Provides good protection and durability suitable for mid-game encounters.

Base Stats: Guard 40, Durability 23

Location: Dropped by Black/Silver enemies, found in mid-game shrines, Hyrule Castle vicinity. Attracts lightning.

Use: An ornate and highly durable metal shield issued to the Royal Guard. Offers excellent protection for late-game challenges.

Base Stats: Guard 55, Durability 29

Location: Dropped by powerful enemies (Hinoxes, Silver Lizalfos), found in chests in Hyrule Castle or challenging shrines. Attracts lightning.

Use: A unique living shield crafted by Koroks. Offers decent protection for a wooden shield and has surprisingly good durability. Safe in thunderstorms but burns easily.

Base Stats: Guard 30, Durability 18

Location: Found primarily in Korok Forest or given as rewards for Korok Trials.

Use: A more ornate and slightly stronger Zora shield. Good mid-game defense. Attracts lightning.

Base Stats: Guard 18, Durability 20

Location: Found in chests within Zora’s Domain or shrines in the Lanayru region.

Use: A uniquely shaped shield favored by the Rito, often made of wood. Lightweight, decent protection. Burns easily. Prized for shield surfing due to potentially lower friction.

Base Stats: Guard 14, Durability 16

Location: Common in the Tabantha region near Rito Village, found in chests or sometimes leaned against walls. Selmie’s Spot reward.

Use: A decorated shield commonly used by Gerudo warriors. Offers moderate protection. Usually metal, attracts lightning. Required for reforging the Daybreaker.

Base Stats: Guard 20, Durability 20

Location: Found primarily in the Gerudo Desert region, sold in Gerudo Town, dropped by local enemies.

Use: An ornate, high-quality Gerudo shield, often adorned with gems. Offers good protection and durability. Attracts lightning.

Base Stats: Guard 35, Durability 26

Location: Found in chests within the Gerudo region shrines or dropped by stronger enemies in the desert.

Use: Shields made from Guardian technology. Automatically reflect the small laser beams fired by Guardian Scouts. Higher tiers (++ variants) offer significantly increased durability and guard rating.

Base Stats: Guard 18 / 30 / 42, Durability 10 / 13 / 20 (Base / + / ++)

Location: Dropped exclusively by Guardian Scouts (levels II, III, and IV respectively) upon defeat in ‘Test of Strength’ shrines.

Use: A shield constructed using superior ancient Sheikah technology at the Akkala lab. Its most notable feature is the ability to automatically reflect *all* Guardian laser beams (from Scouts, Stalkers, Turrets, Skywatchers) without requiring a Perfect Parry, though this consumes considerable durability per reflect. Also boasts a very high Guard rating and low friction, making it excellent for shield surfing.

Base Stats: Guard 70, Durability 32

Location: Crafted by Cherry at the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab using 10 Ancient Gears, 15 Ancient Springs, 1 Giant Ancient Core, and 1,000 Rupees.

Use: A heavily corroded metal shield offering minimal protection. Very low guard and durability. Can be cleaned by Rock Octoroks.

Base Stats: Guard 3, Durability 16

Location: Common in ruins and early game areas, often near Rusty Broadswords or Halberds.

Use: The legendary shield traditionally wielded by the Hero of Hyrule. In Breath of the Wild, it is renowned for its incredibly high durability, far surpassing any other shield, making it exceptionally resilient. It also possesses a very high Guard rating, minimizing stamina loss from blocking attacks.

Base Stats: Guard 90, Durability 800

Location: Hidden within a treasure chest in the Lockup area of Hyrule Castle. Reaching it requires navigating through the dungeons and defeating a Stalnox mini-boss guarding the cell.

Note: Although incredibly durable, the Hylian Shield *can* eventually break after extensive use. If the original chest version breaks, a replacement (non-chest version) can be purchased for 3,000 rupees from the secret merchant Grante in Tarrey Town (available after completing the “From the Ground Up” side quest), but only if the shield is not currently in Link’s inventory or displayed in his house.

Use: The ornate and powerful Champion shield once wielded by Urbosa, paired with the Scimitar of the Seven. It’s a Gerudo-crafted shield boasting excellent durability and a high guard rating.

Base Stats: Guard 48, Durability 60

Location: Gifted by the Gerudo Chief Riju in Gerudo Town after Link successfully appeases Divine Beast Vah Naboris.

Reforged: If broken, Buliara, Riju’s bodyguard in Gerudo Town, can reforge it. Link needs to provide a Gerudo Shield, 5 pieces of Flint, and 1 Diamond.

Use: Casts fireballs (Fire Rod) or multiple larger fireballs that rain down (Meteor Rod). Consumes durability per cast. Useful for igniting objects, starting fires, and defeating ice enemies.

Base Stats: Attack 5 / 10, Durability 14 / 32

Location: Dropped by Fire Wizzrobes (Fire Rod) and Meteo Wizzrobes (Meteor Rod).

Use: Casts balls of ice (Ice Rod) or creates a wide freezing blast (Blizzard Rod). Consumes durability per cast. Useful for freezing enemies or water, and defeating fire enemies.

Base Stats: Attack 5 / 10, Durability 14 / 32

Location: Dropped by Ice Wizzrobes (Ice Rod) and Blizz Wizzrobes (Blizzard Rod).

Use: Casts balls of electricity (Lightning Rod) or summons a localized thunderstorm with multiple lightning strikes (Thunderstorm Rod). Consumes durability per cast. Useful for shocking/disarming enemies, especially in water.

Base Stats: Attack 5 / 10, Durability 14 / 32

Location: Dropped by Electric Wizzrobes (Lightning Rod) and Thunder Wizzrobes (Thunderstorm Rod).