Welcome, brave adventurers, to the official Zelda Central bestiary for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. The land of Hyrule, in its timeless struggle against the encroaching darkness, is home to a vast array of cunning, ferocious, and downright strange creatures. From the common critters of the fields to the towering titans that guard the dungeons’ deepest chambers, this guide is your essential companion for identifying and dispatching the foes that stand in your way. Study their habits, learn their weaknesses, and prepare for battle!
Level 1 Enemies
These are the common foes you’ll encounter throughout Hyrule’s fields, forests, and budding dungeons. Don’t underestimate them; a lone hero can easily be overwhelmed by a swarm of even the weakest creatures!
Albatrawl
A large, seabird-like creature that patrols coastal areas. It dives at high speed from the sky, attempting to spear you with its sharp beak. Keep an eye on the skies and be ready to dodge.
Armos
These living statues stand dormant, often disguised as ordinary decorations in ruins and dungeons. Draw too near, and they spring to life, hopping aggressively toward you. A bomb is often the most effective tool to shatter their stone exteriors.
Aruroda
A strange, shelled creature that moves slowly. When it senses danger, it retracts into its impenetrable shell. You’ll need a bomb to crack it open or flip it onto its back.
Baby Gohma
The larvae of the monstrous crustacean, Gohma. These small, one-eyed terrors attack in swarms, leaping at you and attempting to latch on. A spin attack is effective at clearing out a group of them.
Ball and Chain Trooper
These hulking brutes swing a massive ball and chain with devastating force, creating a wide, dangerous arc around them. Patience is key; wait for them to tire after a powerful swing to find your opening.
Beakon
A large, toucan-like bird with a brightly colored, razor-sharp beak. It attacks with a powerful downward thrust. Sidestep its dive and strike while it’s momentarily stuck in the ground.
Beamos
A classic dungeon security system. This stationary turret has a single, rotating eye that sweeps the room. If its gaze falls upon you, it will fire a powerful laser beam. An arrow to the eye will temporarily deactivate it.
Beetle
Large, armored insects that charge in a straight line. Their hard carapaces can deflect frontal attacks. A common tactic is to sidestep their charge and attack their vulnerable sides.
Bio Deku Baba
A more dangerous, often mobile version of the Deku Baba. It can detach from its roots and chase you, spitting poison. Keep your shield up and look for an opening after it spits.
Biri
A small, jellyfish-like creature that floats through the air, often in dungeons. They are electrified and will shock you on contact. Like the Buzz Blob, they are best dispatched with a non-conductive weapon.
Bombfish
A seemingly normal fish that inhabits lakes and oceans. However, when threatened, it inflates and explodes. Keep your distance, or cleverly use their explosive nature to your advantage against other nearby foes.
Boomerang Boarblin
These cunning Boarblins prefer to keep their distance, hurling large, sharpened boomerangs at their targets. Keep moving to avoid their ranged attacks and close the distance quickly.
Buzz Blob
This passive, jellyfish-like creature ambles aimlessly, discharging electricity if struck with a metal weapon. A smart adventurer uses a non-conductive weapon like a wooden stick or the Boomerang to stun it, revealing its vulnerable core.
Caromadillo
This strange, armadillo-like beast curls into a hardened ball and ricochets wildly off walls and obstacles. It’s nearly invincible while rolling, so you’ll need to use bombs or a well-timed shield bash to stop it in its tracks and expose its soft underbelly.
Chompfin
A fast and aggressive fish with powerful jaws. They swim in schools and will leap out of the water to bite. They can be a real menace when you’re trying to swim.
Club Boarblin
A different branch of the goblinoid family, Boarblins are fierce, boar-faced monsters. This variant swings a heavy wooden club with surprising speed. Their attacks are powerful but leave them open if you can bait out a swing and dodge.
Crawltula
The land-based cousins of the Strandtula, these spiders skitter along the ground and walls. They are fast and can be hard to track in dark areas.
Crow
More aggressive than your average bird, these crows will perch and wait for the perfect moment to swoop down and attack. A quick shield block or sword swing can easily fend them off.
Darknut
The heavily armored knights of the underworld. Darknuts are walking fortresses, their thick plate mail repelling all but the most powerful of blows. The key to defeating them is finding a way to remove their armor, often piece by piece, until their vulnerable body is exposed.
Deku Baba
A carnivorous plant that lunges from its stem to bite. A simple horizontal slash will sever its head, but be ready for it to regrow. A vertical slash down the stem will kill it permanently.
Drippitune
A water-logged version of the Ribbitune, this amphibian spits powerful jets of water and can create slippery puddles to impede your movement. They are highly susceptible to electric attacks.
Electric Keese
Crackling with electrical energy, these bats will shock you and can cause you to drop your weapon. Their unpredictable flight paths make them a priority target in any encounter.
Electric Wizzrobe
Perhaps the most dangerous of the Wizzrobe family, these mages summon powerful thunderstorms and bolts of lightning. Their attacks have a wide area of effect, forcing you to stay mobile.
Fire Keese
Wreathed in flames, these Keese will set you ablaze on contact. Be careful when attacking them with a wooden shield! An arrow is the safest bet.
Fire Octo
Found in volcanic lakes, this Octorok spits balls of fire instead of rocks. The same shield-reflection strategy works, but be prepared for a fiery explosion.
Fire Wizzrobe
These impish sorcerers teleport around the battlefield, making them incredibly difficult to pin down. They unleash volleys of fire magic from a distance. Use the environment for cover and strike quickly when they materialize.
Freezard
A creature made of pure ice. It remains stationary, exhaling a constant stream of freezing air that can turn you into a human ice cube. A fire-based weapon is the only thing that will melt it.
Freeze Slug
The polar opposite of the Torch Slug, this icy gastropod freezes everything it touches. A blast of fire will melt its defenses and leave it exposed.
Ghini
A one-eyed ghost that often haunts graveyards. They are typically passive until you disturb a gravestone, at which point they will swarm you. Defeating the “real” Ghini that first appeared will cause all the others to vanish.
Ghirro
A more formidable version of the Zirro, the Ghirro is faster, more aggressive, and can fire projectiles from its stinger. Prioritize dodging its ranged attacks before attempting to counter.
Giant Goponga Flower
A massive, carnivorous flower that snaps at anything that comes near. It’s too large to be defeated by conventional means. You’ll often need to find a way to feed it a bomb to clear it from your path.
Gibdo
The mummified dead of Hyrule’s ancient tombs, Gibdos shamble slowly but relentlessly towards their prey. Their eerie moans can paralyze you with fear, leaving you open to attack. They are highly flammable and weak to fire.
Goo Specter
A formless, spectral ooze that slithers along the floors and walls of cursed locations. It can reach through barriers to strike and is resistant to physical attacks. Magic is often your only recourse.
Guay
These malevolent, single-eyed birds fly high above, tracking your movements. They attack by dropping projectiles or their own corrosive droppings. An arrow is the most reliable way to bring them down.
Gustmaster
A mischievous air elemental that creates localized windstorms to push you off ledges or into hazards. You can’t fight the wind directly, but using the Iron Boots can help you stand your ground.
Hoarder
A devious creature that disguises itself as a treasure chest. When you approach, it springs to life and attacks, trying to steal your precious rupees! Always be suspicious of a chest in an unusual location.
Holmill
A tricky, ghost-like enemy that often hides in walls and floors. It emerges to swing its single, large hand at you before retreating into solid matter. Time your attacks for the brief moment it becomes tangible.
Hydrozol
Found lurking in lakeside caves and damp dungeons, the Hydrozol is a water-logged cousin to the Zol. While not as overtly aggressive as the Ignizol, their slippery nature can make them tricky targets. They are, as you’d expect, vulnerable to electrical attacks.
Ice Keese
These frigid bats will freeze you solid if they touch you. Like their fiery counterparts, they are best dealt with from a distance.
Ice Octo
This arctic Octorok variant shoots chunks of ice that can freeze you on impact. Reflecting their projectiles is still effective, though dodging and using your own fire attacks works wonders.
Ice Wizzrobe
Similar to their fiery cousins, Ice Wizzrobes use hit-and-run tactics but with freezing magic that can stop you in your tracks. Equip gear with freeze resistance or use fire-based attacks to melt their icy defenses.
Ignizol
A fiery variant of the common Zol, the Ignizol thrives in volcanic regions and hot caverns. These searing slimes can leave a trail of fire and will inflict a burn on contact. Keep your distance and consider using ice-based attacks for a quick victory.
Keese
The quintessential cave-dwelling pest. These bats fly erratically and attack in swarms, making them a nuisance in tight quarters. A quick slash or an arrow is all it takes to down one.
Leever
These creatures burrow up from the ground in sandy or loose soil, spinning towards you before digging back down. It’s often better to avoid them than to fight them, as they are numerous and endlessly respawn.
Lizalfos
Wiry, agile, and incredibly fast, these lizard-like humanoids are a constant threat. They can leap great distances, spit projectiles, and attack with sharp claws or crafted weaponry. Watch their movements closely to predict their erratic patterns.
Lynel
One of the most fearsome beasts to roam the open world. Lynels are powerful, centaur-like creatures possessing immense strength, speed, and a mastery of various weapons. Engaging a Lynel is a true test of skill, requiring perfect dodges and parries. Approach with extreme caution.
Mini-Moldorm
The smaller, segmented spawn of the classic dungeon boss. These worms move erratically and are difficult to hit. Your best bet is to strike their head, as hitting their body segments will just knock them back.
Moa
These ghostly apparitions fly in set patterns within dungeons, often passing through walls. They are invulnerable to most attacks, serving more as spiritual obstacles than direct combatants. Special items or light-based magic are often needed to deal with them.
Mothula
A giant moth that fires beams of energy from its eye. It flies just out of reach, forcing you to use ranged weapons or wait for it to swoop down. Be wary of the poisonous dust it sheds from its wings.
Needlefly
These oversized dragonfly-like insects are incredibly fast and aggressive. They attack with a sharp, needle-like stinger. Their speed makes them difficult to hit with a sword, so projectiles are recommended.
Octorok
A classic Hyrulean pest, this octopus-like creature spits rocks from its snout. They often hide in water or behind bushes. The easiest way to defeat them is to reflect their own projectiles back at them with your shield.
Pathblade
A magical trap often found in ancient ruins. These enchanted blades are set on a fixed path, sliding out from walls or floors to guard a specific area. They are indestructible, requiring you to observe their patterns and time your movements perfectly to pass.
Peahat
These strange, plant-like creatures have propeller-like leaves on their heads that allow them to fly. They are docile during the day but become aggressive at night. They are invincible while flying; you must wait for them to land to damage their vulnerable root-body.
Piranha
The classic flesh-eating fish. A swarm of Piranhas can strip a hero to the bone in seconds. Avoid blood in the water! If you must fight them, use ranged attacks from the safety of a raft or shoreline.
Platboom
A strange, flat creature that lies on the ground like a living landmine. If you step on it, it will detonate after a short delay. You can trigger them from a distance with an arrow and use their explosion against other enemies.
Poe
The lingering spirits of the dead, found in graveyards and haunted ruins. They carry a lantern and will often disappear and reappear to swipe at you. They are intangible and can only be damaged when they become solid to attack.
ReDead
A horrifying creature that shares the Gibdo’s paralyzing screech but is far more agile. Once you’re frozen in terror, a ReDead will latch on and drain your health. Keep your distance and use ranged attacks if possible.
Ribbitune
Found near water, these large, frog-like enemies use powerful sound waves to attack. Their croaks can disorient you and even repel projectiles. Attack them between their vocal assaults.
Rope
Don’t be fooled by the simple name; these snake-like creatures are incredibly fast. Once they spot you, they make a beeline in your direction. A quick sword slash is all it takes, but their speed can catch you off guard in a crowded room.
Sand Crab
Scuttling across the desert sands, these crabs burrow to hide and then emerge to attack with their powerful pincers. Stun them with a heavy weapon to stop their skittering.
Sand Piranha
A truly terrifying desert predator, this creature “swims” through sand as if it were water. It will circle you before erupting from the ground to attack. Keep moving and listen for its approach.
Sea Urchin
These spiky creatures are a common hazard in shallow waters. They are stationary but will damage you on contact. They are often invincible to direct attacks, requiring a tool to safely remove them.
Snomaul
A walrus-like beast found in arctic regions. It slides across the ice at high speed, attempting to ram you with its large tusks. Dodge its slide and attack it from the side or rear.
Spark
An orb of pure electricity that endlessly circles the perimeter of a room or object. They are invincible and deadly to the touch. Avoid them at all costs.
Spear Moblin
The grunt of the Moblin army, these brutish pig-like soldiers patrol key routes, armed with long spears. They have a decent reach, so time your dodges carefully before moving in for the kill.
Strandtula
These large spiders hang from the ceiling on a single, strong strand of silk, waiting to drop on unsuspecting prey. Look up often in forests and caves, and sever their silk strand with a projectile to bring them crashing down.
Sword Moblin
A step up from their spear-wielding brethren, Sword Moblins are more aggressive and will charge you on sight. A well-timed parry will open them up for a devastating counter-attack.
Tangler
A plant-like enemy with long, vine-like appendages. It hides in tall grass or underwater, lashing out to grab and constrict you. Cut its vines quickly to escape its grasp.
Tektite
These one-eyed, spider-like creatures jump erratically over the terrain, making them difficult to predict and hit. The best strategy is to wait for them to land before striking.
Temper Tweelus
A fiery version of the Tweelus found in volcanic waters. Instead of a simple bite, it spits a small fireball. The same strategy of breaking its home applies.
Tornando
A bizarre, swirling creature of pure wind. Tornandos whip across the landscape, pulling in anything that gets too close. You can’t harm the wind itself, but an arrow to the glowing eye at its center will dissipate it.
Torch Slug
These slow-moving slugs are literally on fire. They leave a trail of flames and can cause a nasty burn. A dousing of water or an ice attack will extinguish their flame, making them vulnerable.
Tweelus
A small, fish-like creature that hides in underwater pots. When you get close, it pops out to take a bite. Break the pot it’s hiding in to leave it vulnerable.
White Wolfos
A larger, more powerful alpha found in snowy, mountainous regions. The White Wolfos leads packs of its regular brethren and possesses a chilling howl that can call for reinforcements. It is faster and hits harder than a standard Wolfos.
Wolfos
Ferocious wolves that often hunt in packs. They are fast and nimble, circling you before one lunges in to attack. Keep your shield up and be ready to counter.
Zirro
A large, dragonfly-like insect that often hovers over water. They are territorial and will dive-bomb intruders. A well-aimed arrow is the best way to deal with them before they get too close.
Zol
A classic nuisance, these gelatinous blobs emerge from the very soil to ambush unwary travelers. A single, well-placed sword strike is usually enough to dispatch them, but be wary of the Gel they sometimes leave behind!
Level 2 Enemies
As you grow in power and venture into more dangerous territory, so too do your enemies. These Level 2 variants are tougher, faster, and often have new tricks up their sleeves.
Boomerang Boarblin Lv. 2
This advanced Boarblin now throws two boomerangs in quick succession, making them much harder to dodge.
Caromadillo Lv. 2
When this upgraded Caromadillo rolls, it moves at a blistering speed and may even leave a trail of fire or electricity in its wake.
Club Boarblin Lv. 2
Wielding a larger, often spiked club, this Boarblin’s attacks are slower but have a much wider and more devastating impact.
Darknut Lv. 2
Clad in magnificent, golden armor, this Darknut is a true master of swordsmanship. Its armor is even tougher to remove, and it is far more agile than the standard knight.
Deku Baba Lv. 2
This more aggressive Deku Baba has a longer neck and a faster biting speed. Some are even capable of spitting projectiles between lunges.
Ghini Lv. 2
Found in more heavily cursed areas, this Ghini is more aggressive and can pass through the player, causing damage and temporary disorientation.
Gibdo Lv. 2
This Gibdo variant is faster, and its paralyzing scream has a much wider range. Be prepared to be frozen from a greater distance.
Lizalfos Lv. 2
This enhanced Lizalfos is even more acrobatic, capable of dodging your attacks with backflips and unleashing swift, multi-hit tail swipes.
Mothula Lv. 2
The Level 2 Mothula fires its energy beams in a wider, three-pronged spread and sheds a more potent cloud of poison.
Spear Moblin Lv. 2
Sporting upgraded armor and a longer, sharper spear, this Moblin has better defense and a longer reach than its Level 1 counterpart.
Sword Moblin Lv. 2
Faster and more aggressive, the Level 2 Sword Moblin can perform multi-hit combos and is less likely to be stunned by a simple shield block.
Tangler Lv. 2
This version of the Tangler has more vine-like tentacles, allowing it to grab you from further away and making it harder to break free.
Tektite Lv. 2
The Level 2 Tektite jumps higher and faster, and upon landing, it can send out a small shockwave.
Level 3 Enemies
These are the elite forces of evil, found only in the most perilous dungeons or guarding items of immense power. Face them only when you are fully prepared.
Darknut Lv. 3
A commander of the dark legions. This Darknut is a master of both offense and defense. Once its greatsword is knocked away, it will switch to a faster, more agile short sword fighting style, keeping you constantly on your toes.
Lizalfos Lv. 3
A master of camouflage and armed with dual swords, the Level 3 Lizalfos can turn invisible and execute lightning-fast flurry attacks.
Sword Moblin Lv. 3
The pinnacle of the Moblin warriors. Clad in dark, formidable armor and wielding a massive blade, this foe is a mini-boss in its own right, possessing powerful charge attacks and a fearsome war cry.
Sub-Bosses
These powerful guardians stand between you and the dungeon’s greatest secrets. Each one presents a unique challenge that will test your mastery of your items and skills.
Bori
A strange, skeletal creature encased in a sphere of impenetrable ice. It slides around the room, attempting to ram you. You must use fire to melt its icy shell layer by layer until the vulnerable skeleton within is revealed.
Lanmola
A giant, segmented desert centipede that burrows through sand at incredible speeds. It will leap from the sand to attack, forcing you to predict its trajectory and strike its head as it emerges. It often appears in groups of two or three.
Link (Sword / Bow / Bomb)
In a bizarre, magical trial, you may encounter phantom echoes of a past hero. These apparitions utilize familiar items—the Master Sword, a Hero’s Bow, and powerful Bombs—with deadly proficiency. They mimic your own skills, forcing you to fight a reflection of yourself.
Lord Jabu-Jabu
Not an enemy in the traditional sense, but a guardian deity who has been corrupted. You must venture inside the great fish to cleanse him of the monsters that plague him from within.
Manhandla
A massive, four-headed carnivorous plant. Each head spits projectiles and will try to snap at you. You must destroy all four heads, but be warned—as you destroy them, the Manhandla’s movements become faster and more erratic.
Slime Eye
A colossal amoeba with a vulnerable, singular eye at its core. The gelatinous body is resistant to physical attacks, so you’ll need to use a specific item to split the slime apart and expose the eye.
Smog
A massive cloud of poisonous gas given form and fury. This sub-boss fills the room with a toxic haze, forcing you to act quickly. You’ll need to use a tool that can manipulate wind to blow the fog away and reveal the core that must be struck.
Volcanic Talus
A massive Stone Talus found deep within a volcano. Its body is composed of molten rock, and its weak point is super-heated, preventing you from climbing it. You must first find a way to cool it down before you can strike its ore deposit.
Bosses
The ultimate evil at the heart of each dungeon. These titanic foes are the source of the darkness, and defeating them will require all of your courage, wisdom, and power.
Ganon
The eternal King of Evil, returned once more in a maelstrom of hatred and power. This climactic battle will test every skill you have learned. Wielding the Trident of Power, Ganon’s attacks are a devastating mix of dark magic and brutal physical force. You will need the power of the Master Sword to land the final blow.
Ganon Rematch
A secret, even more challenging encounter with the Demon King. In this form, Ganon is faster, his attacks are more relentless, and his dark magic is amplified. This fight is the ultimate test for any hero seeking to prove their worth.
Gohma
A colossal, one-eyed arachnid or crustacean that serves as the queen of her monstrous brood. She will scuttle along the walls and ceiling, laying eggs to spawn swarms of Baby Gohmas. Her only weakness is her massive eye, which you must strike when it glows red, just before she unleashes her powerful energy attack.
Mogryph
A majestic and deadly fusion of a lion and an eagle, this winged beast guards a sky-high sanctuary. It attacks with ferocious aerial dives and powerful gusts of wind from its massive wings. The battle will test your aerial archery and timing, requiring you to ground the beast to deal significant damage.
Null
A mysterious, shape-shifting entity of pure chaotic energy. It has no true form, instead transforming to mimic the dungeon’s previous bosses and sub-bosses, forcing you to recall and overcome past challenges in a rapid-fire sequence. Its final form is a disorienting vortex of light and shadow.
Seismic Talus
The king of the Talus family. This gargantuan golem is so large that its weak point is out of reach. Its earth-shattering stomps can cause boulders to rain from the ceiling. You must use its own powerful shockwaves to create platforms and reach its ore deposit for a decisive blow.
Skorchill
A terrifying, chimeric beast that embodies the extremes of fire and ice. One side of its body is wreathed in flame, the other encased in frost. It can switch between elemental forms, forcing you to constantly adapt your strategy and use opposing elements to stun it.
Tekom
The ancient, colossal golem that guards the entrance to a lost temple. Fashioned from stone and powered by forgotten magic, Tekom’s massive fists can shatter the very ground you stand on. The key to its defeat lies in disabling the magical seals on its body to overload its core.
Vocavor
A monstrous, worm-like creature that lurks within a volcanic crater, its body a conduit of magma. It attacks by spewing lava and creating fiery shockwaves. You must cool its molten hide with specialized attacks to create solid footholds and strike at the heat-regulating organs along its body.
Volvagia
The ancient dragon of fire, resurrected to guard the Fire Temple. Volvagia burrows through a network of lava pits, emerging to breathe streams of all-consuming fire. You’ll need a weapon that can grapple its head when it emerges, allowing you to strike at its weak point.
Other
Not every creature in Hyrule is a straightforward monster. Some are hazards, some are annoyances, and some… are best left alone.
Cucco
A simple chicken. Harmless, right? Attack one, and you’ll find out why Hylian farmers are never trifled with. An entire flock of seemingly invincible Cuccos will descend upon you in a flurry of feathers and fury. You have been warned.
Tecuum
A strange, magical vortex that acts as a trap. It will try to suck you in, and if it succeeds, it will spit you out at the beginning of the dungeon. Fight against its pull or use heavy boots to anchor yourself.