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Fokka

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Fokka
Artwork of a Fokka
Artwork of a Fokka
First appearance The Adventure of Link (1988)
Location(s) Great Palace
A blue Fokka

Fokkas are enemies found in Zelda II: The Adventure of Link. They were never given an official name in the English localization of the game, and are frequently called "Bird Knights" or "Dreadhawks." They come in both red and blue varieties, with the blue ones being somewhat stronger than the red. They can be found in the Great Palace.

Fokkas are widely considered to be the most difficult regular enemies in the game. They behave similarly to Iron Knuckles, attacking with a sword and shield. However, Fokkas take flying leaps during battle. They also deal extreme amounts of damage. Finally, the experience reward from defeating a Fokka is very small; 70 exp for a red and 100 for a blue (compare this to 200 exp for defeating a blue Lizalfos). Consequently, it is safest for Link to either ignore them or flee from them.

Fokkas always jump with their shields held low. The easiest way to beat one is for Link to crouch on a platform that puts him level with the Fokka's head at the apex of its jump. Many, but not all, Fokkas are found in a situation where this strategy is possible.

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