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:''Not to be confused with [[Buzz Blob]]s.''
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{{Enemy
|name = Sheik
 
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|name = Chuchu
|image = [[File:Sheik.png|150px]]
 
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|image = [[File:Red Chu.png|200px]]
|title = Survivor of the Sheikahs<ref>{{Cite|I am Sheik. Survivor of the Sheikahs...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref>
 
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|caption = Red Chu from ''Twilight Princess''
|game = {{OoT}}
 
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|race =
|other = {{Manga|OoT}}<br>{{SSBM}}<br>{{SSBB}}<br>{{SSB4}}<br>{{HW}}
 
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|game = {{MM}}<br>{{TWW}}<br>{{TMC}}<br>{{TP}}<br>{{PH}}<br>{{ST}}<br>{{SS}}
|race = [[Sheikah]]<br>[[Hylian]]
 
|voice actor(s) = {{wp|Jun Mizusawa}}
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|other = {{HWL}}
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|habitat = [[Overworld]]<br>[[Dungeon]]s<br>[[Pawprint Isle]] {{ExpGame|TWW}}
|era = [[Zelda Timeline#The Era of the Hero of Time|Era of the Hero of Time]]
 
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|member =
|gender = Ostensibly male<ref group=note name=gender>See [[#Gender]]</ref>
 
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|attack =
|theme music = [[File:Sheik's Theme.ogg|noicon]]
 
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|weapon = [[Sword]]<br>[[Boomerang]]<br>[[Bomb]]s<br>[[Arrow]]s
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|spoils = [[Chu Jelly]]
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'''Sheik''' (pronounced {{IPA|ˈʃiːk}} {{respell|SHEEK}}) is one of the last surviving [[Sheikah]] in {{OOT}}. He<ref group=note name=gender /> aids [[Link]] on his quest without really describing who he is or why he is doing so. He has great advice, wisdom, and knowledge of the world, making him an invaluable ally for Link. Sheik also teaches Link various warp [[:Category:Songs|songs]] with the use of his [[Goddess's Harp|Harp]].
 
   
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'''Chuchus''', formatted as '''ChuChus''' in {{TWW}}, {{PH}}, and {{ST}}, and known simply as '''Chus''' in {{TP}}, are recurring enemies in {{LZS|Series}}. They are gelatinous creatures of living slime or jelly, often depicted with facial features.
All of the quotes from Sheik can be read [[Sheik/Quotes|here]].
 
   
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Chuchus come in a wide variety of colors and types, with some having different traits and behaviors depending on their color. '''Red''', '''Green''', '''Blue''', '''Yellow''' and '''Purple Chuchus''' are among some of the most common types of Chuchus in the series, with Red being the most common. Beginning with ''The Wind Waker'', some Chuchus, such as the Blue and Yellow kind, are capable of producing electricity as a defense mechanism. This makes them similar to the [[Buzz Blob]], another slime-like enemy with a similar shape that is also electrified. Chuchus are relatively simple enemies to defeat; a simple slash with the [[Sword]] usually being all that is required to take down most varieties. The electrified types usually require to be stunned first before attacking.
==Appearances==
 
===''Ocarina of Time''===
 
Sheik reveals himself to Link shortly after Link is freed from the [[Chamber of Sages]] after his seven year imprisonment.<ref>{{Cite|I've been waiting for you, Hero of Time...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> He informs Link that he must awaken the seven sages in order to bring peace back to [[Hyrule]].<ref>{{Cite|When evil rules all, an awakening voice from the Sacred Realm will call those destined to be Sages, who dwell in the five temples. One in a deep forest... One on a high mountain... One under a vast lake... One within the house of the dead... One inside a goddess of the sand...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> Alerting him of the need to possess a new tool, the [[Hookshot]] in order to enter the temples, Sheik stays in front of the pedestal.<ref>{{Cite|Unfortunately, equipped as you currently are, you cannot even enter the temple... But, if you believe what I'm saying, you should head to Kakariko Village...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> He then later appears when Link arrives at the [[Sacred Forest Meadow]]. He tells Link about the warp songs used to warp to temple entrances and teaches him the [[Minuet of Forest]] before disappearing again.<ref>{{Cite|In order to come back here again, play the Minuet of Forest.|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> Further along, Sheik approaches Link at the [[Fire Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Fire Temple]] entrance in the [[Death Mountain Crater]], teaching him the [[Bolero of Fire]] before walking away, using a wall of flame to halt Link's inquiring advance.<ref>{{Cite|This song is dedicated to the power of the heart... Listen to the Bolero of Fire...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref>
 
   
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In a couple games, Chuchus also leave behind [[Chu Jelly]] when defeated. Chu Jelly is valued as an ingredient that can craft restorative [[Potion]]s that can replenish health or other vitals depending on its color. In ''The Wind Waker'', Chu Jelly is an ingredient that cannot be used on its own, but in ''Twilight Princess'', a [[Bottle]] can be used to scoop up the remains of a defeated Chu to collect drinkable Chu Jelly.
Sheik once again mysteriously appears in the [[Ice Cavern]] to inform Link of the fate of the [[Zora]]s and to teach him the [[Serenade of Water]].<ref>{{Cite|We meet again, Link... If you came here to meet the Zoras, you wasted your time... This is all there is... With one exception, the Zoras are all now sealed under this thick ice sheet...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|A childish mind will turn to noble ambition... Young love will become deep affection... The clear water's surface reflects growth... Now listen to the Serenade of Water to reflect upon yourself....|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> He then awaits outside the [[Water Temple]] for Link to free the temple from [[Morpha]]'s influence and awaken the [[Princess Ruto|Water Temple sage]] before disappearing once again.
 
   
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When [[Kakariko Village]] comes under attack from a mysterious force, Link discovers that Sheik is already there. Together they encounter and are defeated by an invisible monster thought to be the [[Bongo Bongo|Shadow Spirit]]. Sheik teaches Link the [[Nocturne of Shadow]] and urges Link to help [[Impa]] fight the Shadow Spirit.<ref>{{Cite|Destroy the evil shadow spirit and save Impa! There is an entrance to the Shadow Temple beneath the graveyard behind this village. The only thing I can do for you is teach you the melody that will lead you to the Shadow Temple... This is the melody that will draw you into the infinite darkness that absorbs even time... Listen to this, the Nocturne of Shadow!!|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> When Link discovers that he must venture back in time in order to do so, Sheik offers a helping hand informing Link on how to use the [[Master Sword]] and the [[Pedestal of Time]] in order to travel back and forth through time.<ref>{{Cite|If you want to return to your original time, return the Master Sword to the Pedestal of Time. By doing this, you will travel back in time seven years...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> He teaches Link the [[Prelude of Light]] then once again vanishes.<ref>{{Cite|The time will come when you will have to return here quickly... I will teach this to you for when that time comes... The song to return you to the Temple of Time... The Prelude of Light...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref>
 
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==Characteristics and Weaknesses==
At the entrance of the [[Spirit Temple]], Sheik appears to have been waiting for Link from atop a large rock formation, and once again, informs Link that he must enter the temple as a child, utilizing the [[Pedestal of Time]] in the [[Temple of Time]].<ref>{{Cite|The Master Sword is a ship with which you can sail upstream and downstream through time's river... The port for that ship is in the Temple of Time... To restore the Desert Colossus and enter the Spirit Temple, you must travel back through time's flow...|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> He gives Link a lesson on performing the [[Requiem of Spirit]] before using the desert winds as cover to vanish.<ref>{{Cite|Listen to this Requiem of Spirit... This melody will lead a child back to the desert.|Sheik|OoT}}</ref><br>
 
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===''Majora's Mask''===
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{{Tatl|Green Chuchu|That's a '''Green Chuchu'''. It's nothing to be afraid of...It usually has something in its stomach that's of use.}}
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{{Tatl|Red Chuchu|That's a '''Red Chuchu'''. It's nothing really to be afraid of! It's not unusual to find something in its stomach that might be of use.}}
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{{Tatl|Yellow Chuchu|It's a '''Yellow Chuchu'''. That's nothing to sweat about. It usually has something in its stomach that's of use...}}
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{{Tatl|Blue Chuchu|'''Blue Chuchu'''... This doesn't have anything inside of it, so it's really just a blob of water.}}
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{{ImageCaption|image=File:Greenchuchu.png|size=110px|align=right|caption=Green Chuchu from ''Majora's Mask''|captionalign=center}}
   
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In {{MM}}, Chuchus appear as bottom-heavy blobs of transparent jelly with large, grinning mouths full of crooked teeth and round eyes on stalks. They move around by slowly oozing along the ground, but once they see [[Link]], they attack by hopping towards him in an attempt to knock him down. However, they can be easily defeated with one or two hits with the Sword. Chuchus are characterized as appearing either Green, Red, Yellow or Blue. Depending on their color, they contain various items inside their bodies which are dropped as they are defeated. Chuchus will shortly respawn after being destroyed, making fighting them a quick means of restocking on supplies in little time.
With all six sages freed, Link is instructed to return to the Temple of Time where none other than Sheik awaits. Sheik congratulates Link on his efforts and offers an explanation on what exactly happened to Hyrule during Link's disappearance before finally revealing his [[#Debate on Sheik's sex|true identity]] as [[Princess Zelda]].
 
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Green Chuchus and Red Chuchus are commonplace to [[Termina Field]], and carry [[Magic Jar]]s and [[Heart]]s in their bodies, respectively. Yellow Chuchus contain [[Arrow]]s, and usually appear near puzzles or enemies that require the [[Bow]]. Blue Chuchus are the rarest, and only appear in the [[Great Bay Temple]]. They hold no items inside them; instead they can be frozen and used as a stepping stone by freezing them with the [[Ice Arrow]]s, allowing Link to reach higher places. [[Tatl]] explains this by stating they are "just blob(s) of water." In {{MM3D}}, the Blue Chuchus sparkle, further indicating that they can be frozen.
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===''The Wind Waker''===
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{{ImageCaption|image=File:Chuchu.png|size=200px|align=right|caption=Various ChuChus from<br>''The Wind Waker''|captionalign=center}}
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In {{TWW}}, ChuChus take on a much different form that would become their most common depiction: they are top-heavy blobs of jelly with bulbous, yellow-green eyes that move by crawling or hopping on their pseudopod-like feet at their base. This appearance greatly resembles Buzz Blobs, an earlier slime enemy with a similar shape. When they appear, they make a distinctive chattering sound. If left alone, ChuChus melt into a tiny, slow-moving puddle, but immediately start hopping after Link when he approaches. Some ChuChus will ambush Link by dropping from above. ChuChus in ''The Wind Waker'' come in various colors, each with their own traits and sometimes unique Chu Jelly. They come in Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, and a newer type called a '''Dark ChuChu''', which is dark purple in color. ChuChus live on many islands across the [[Great Sea]], including dungeons and most notably, [[Pawprint Isle]], an island famous for its ChuChu population.<ref name="Name">{{Cite|Do you know what a ChuChu is, small fry? No, I'm not talking about the sound you make when you kiss somone! I'm talking about ChuChus! They're those slimy, monster-like puddles of goo that turn into blobs of jelly, stand up, and start jumping at you like crazy when you came near them. Well, in any case, there's lots of them on that island over there, so if you see any, I'd avoid them. They can get...nasty. Now that I think about it, every once in a while I see the potion brewer who lives on Windfall Island come here... Now why would he do that, fry?|Fishman|TWW}}</ref><ref name="Blue ChuChu Rarity">{{Cite|This is an extremely rare color of Chu Jelly! ...Perhaps it indicates a new breed!? What a fascinating jelly development! I've never seen one of this particular hue on Pawprint Isle, a small atoll famous for its robust Chu population...|Doc Bandam|TWW}}</ref> Several ChuChus drop Chu Jelly when defeated, which can also be stolen from them with the [[Grappling Hook]]. Chu Jelly can be given to [[Doc Bandam]] on [[Windfall Island]], a man studying ChuChus and their jelly,<ref>{{Cite|It's been ten years since I began my now legendary studies of the Chu Jelly.|Doc Bandam|TWW}}</ref> to craft new Potions as well as make free servings in exchange.
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{{Figurine|TWW|ChuChu|Habitat: Varied<br>Spoils: Chu Jelly<br>There are ChuChus of many different colors, all with their own distinct characteristics. In general, they are most susceptible to projectile weapons.|[[File:ChuChu Figurine.png|130px]]}}
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====Red ChuChu====
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{{Tingle|Red ChuChu|A '''Red ChuChu'''!<br><br>Pulverize it and collect red Chu Jelly!}}
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[[File:Red ChuChu TWW.png|60px|right]]
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Red ChuChus are among the first and most common encountered, and can be found as early as Pawprint Isle and [[Dragon Roost Cavern]], as well as [[Forest Haven]] and the [[Earth Temple (The Wind Waker)|Earth Temple]] and [[Wind Temple]]. They are the lowest form of ChuChu that possess no unique traits, and are thus the easiest to slay. Their attack deals little damage, although they can be tricky in groups (though rarely forming any more than three at a time). As basic as they are, they are valued as they can be slain for [[Red Chu Jelly]], which can make health-replenishing [[Red Potion]]s.
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====Green ChuChu====
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{{Tingle|Green ChuChu|A '''Green ChuChu'''! Pulverize it and collect some green Chu Jelly!}}
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[[File:Green ChuChu TWW.png|50px|right]]
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Green ChuChus are the second most common, and can be found on Pawprint Isle, Forest Haven, the [[Forbidden Woods]], and the Earth and Wind Temples. They behave like and are often found with their lower relative, the Red ChuChu. They, however, possess the ability to shrink into a puddle to evade Link's attacks. When defeated, they drop [[Green Chu Jelly]]. Link can give Doc Bandam 15 Green Chu Jellies to craft [[Green Potion]]s, making them available for purchase.
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====Blue ChuChu====
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{{Tingle|Blue ChuChu|It's a wiggly-giggly '''Blue ChuChu'''! You'll get shocked if you use your sword! Stun it with your boomerang, maybe? You might also try using a Tingle Bomb!
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:''(After obtaining the Bow)''
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That's a wiggly-giggly '''Blue ChuChu'''! You'll go numb if you use your sword on it. You can handle it easily with an arrow! Or just use a Tingle Bomb!}}
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[[File:Blue ChuChu TWW.png|80px|right]]
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Blue ChuChus are an extremely rare type of ChuChu,<ref name="Blue ChuChu Rarity"/> with only 23 Blue ChuChus appearing in total throughout the Great Sea. They are found scattered on various islands. Blue ChuChus are highly electrified, and will shock Link if he attempts to attack one. As they are constantly electrified, they must first be stunned before being attacked, with items such as with the [[Deku Leaf]] or the [[Boomerang]]. Alternately, they can be attacked with [[Bomb]]s or Arrows. They drop the most valuable and rarest kind of Jelly: [[Blue Chu Jelly]]. If Link gives 15 Blue Chu Jellies to Doc Bandam, [[Blue Potion]]s will become available for purchase. Blue ChuChus, however, will only ever drop their Jelly [[Spoil]]s once.
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====Yellow ChuChu====
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{{Tingle|Yellow ChuChu|It's a wiggly-giggly '''Yellow ChuChu'''! You'll get shocked if you cut it with your sword! Stun him with your Boomerang, perhaps? You might try a Tingle Bomb as well!
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It's a wiggly-giggly '''Yellow ChuChu'''! If you hack it with the sword, you'll go numb! But you can bring it down easily with an arrow! Or use a Tingle Bomb!}}
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[[File:Yellow ChuChu TWW.png|100px|right]]
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Yellow ChuChus are another type that possess the ability to electrify themselves, but unlike Blue ChuChus, they do not keep their bodies electrified at all times and will periodically drop their electric guard. They are even rarer than Blue ChuChus, as they only appear on Pawprint Isle and in the [[Tower of the Gods]]. They can be stunned to make defeating them easier, or attacked with Bombs or Arrows. They do not drop any Chu Jelly whatsoever.
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====Dark ChuChu====
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{{Tingle|Dark ChuChu|Looks like a '''Dark ChuChu'''!<br><br>You can't do anything to it right now!
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It's the nasty '''Dark ChuChu'''! Use light to turn it to rock, then toss it! It'll shatter!}}
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[[File:Purple ChuChu TWW.png|50px|right]]
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'''Dark ChuChus''' are a unique type distinguished by their dark, purple coloration. They inhabit dark areas devoid of light, namely the Earth Temple and [[Ganon's Tower (The Wind Waker)|Ganon's Tower]]. Unlike other ChuChus, they cannot be harmed by ordinary weapons; attempting to do so results in the creature simply breaking up and regenerating. Instead they are highly weak to [[light]] - if they come into direct light, they will instantly turn to stone. One can be lured into a light source or else have light hit it. Picking up and throwing a petrified Dark ChuChu will shatter the stone and defeat it, or alternately, it can be smashed with the [[Skull Hammer]]. Petrified Dark ChuChus can be used as temporary weights in certain puzzles. For this reason, they often respawn after being defeated. They do not last long in stone form, however, and will eventually liquidize. They do not leave behind any Chu Jelly.
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===''The Minish Cap''===
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[[File:Chuchu TMC.gif|100px|right]]
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In {{TMC}}, Chuchus have an identical appearance and behavior to those in ''The Wind Waker''. Most Chuchus emerge from the ground as tiny puddles, then pop up to leap at Link to attack. They also come in various colors and varieties, each with different traits and characteristics. They are among some of the most common and weakest enemies, and can be found all over [[Hyrule]].
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Green and Red Chuchus are the most common, being especially common to the [[Minish Woods]] and [[Mt. Crenel]], respectively. They are the most basic varieties, and attack simply by jumping. Green Chuchus tend to appear alone, while Red Chuchus are often found in small groups. Blue Chuchus, like those in ''The Wind Waker'', have bodies that are constantly electrified. They can be attacked with Bombs or Arrows from afar, or alternately stunned with other items, such as the Boomerang. They are much rarer and are not native to any particular region.
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'''Spiny Chuchus''' are purple Chuchus that possess a unique trait: they shoot out thorns from their body when Link is near. These spikes protect them from a wide assortment of attacks, and will remain in this state until Link backs away, when the Chuchu will pursue after him. To defeat them, Link must either be quick to attack or stun them first. A Bomb is powerful enough to penetrate their defenses. Arrows can also be shot at them from afar. They appear at Mt. Crenel, and also act as the mini-bosses of the [[Cave of Flames]].
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Red Chuchus also come in an additional variant called a '''Rock Chuchu''', which wears a rock helmet over its face. They appear in [[Veil Falls]]. These Chuchus do not jump, and their mask protects them from almost any attack. Their helmets can be destroyed by throwing a stone at them, turning them into regular Red Chuchus. A Bomb can also be used to defeat them instantly.
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Link also encounters two giant Chuchus as bosses, known as [[Big Chuchu]]s. These enemies are normal Chuchus, but appear much larger as Link is [[Minish|Minish sized]] when they are encountered. A Big Green Chuchu appears as the boss of [[Deepwood Shrine]], and a Big Blue Chuchu appears as the mini-boss of the [[Temple of Droplets]]. These large Chuchus are fought by sucking up their jelly with the [[Gust Jar]], although the same will not work on other Chuchus when Link is normal sized.
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{{Figurine|TMC|Chuchu|Appear in various areas. Chuchus come in many colors. Each color is a little different, but ranged weapons work well against all.|[[File:Chuchus TMC.gif]]}}
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{{Figurine|TMC|Rock Chuchu|Appears in various areas. These tough Chuchus have rocky heads. It will be hard to damage them until you can knock that rock off.|[[File:Rock Chuchu Figurine.gif]]}}
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{{Figurine|TMC|Spiny Chuchu|Appears in various areas. These Chuchus project spikes from their bodies at the first sign of danger. Try a well placed bomb. They lurk in caves, ready to pop out of the ground and fend off intruders with their spikes.|[[File:Spiny Chuchu Figurine.gif]]}}
   
 
===''Twilight Princess''===
 
===''Twilight Princess''===
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{{ImageCaption|image=File:Purple Chu.png|size=170px|align=right|caption=Purple Chu from ''Twilight Princess''|captionalign=center}}
According to the {{SSBB}} official site and {{HH}}, a design of Sheik was drafted as he might appear in {{TP}}, but this idea was later scrapped. His ''Twilight Princess'' model was used in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''.<ref name="smash">[http://www.smashbros.com/en_us/characters/sheik.html Super Smash Bros. DOJO!! - Sheik]</ref>
 
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In {{TP}}, Chuchus are simply known as Chus, and are little more than large, amoeba-like blobs of opaque jelly. They slide and powerfully leap to move and attack. Like previous incarnations, Chus come in various colors, including Red, Blue, Yellow, Purple, and a very rare variant called a '''Rare Chu'''. While little else sets apart between them, Chus have the ability to split and merge. A large Chu will split into two smaller Chus when attacked, similarly to a [[Zol]] dividing into [[Gel]]s when struck, and will keep splitting until they are too small to do so. Chus appear in several places, including the entrance way of the [[Lakebed Temple]], the [[Snowpeak Ruins]], and in hidden [[Cave]]s.
   
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When Chus are defeated, they dissolve into a puddle which can then be scooped up into a Bottle to collect [[Chu Jelly]]. Unlike Chu Jelly of ''The Wind Waker'', their remains can be used immediately as a drinkable solution. They have various different effects depending on the color of the Jelly.
==Other Appearances==
 
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=== ''Ocarina of Time'' manga ===
 
In the {{Manga|OoT}}, Sheik first appears to Link having tended his wounds after being defeated by [[Volvagia]]. Sheik is a spy for [[Ganon]]dorf and later shows up to tell Link a rumor that Princess Zelda had been spotted in the Desert of Illusions, before vanishing again. On Link's way through the Desert, he nearly succumbs to blistering sands before Sheik pulls him out and continues to travel with him. Later that night, Link is attacked by illusions and images of his past, but Sheik is unaffected; Link wonders if it could be due to a lack of past in Sheik's life. Once reaching the [[Gerudo Fortress]], Sheik knocks Link out, and the Hero is captured.
 
   
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When two Chus of different colors collide, they will merge together and form a single, larger Chu. The new Chu will retain the color of the more common one (from least to most common: Rare, Blue, Red, Yellow, Purple). The exception to this is when a Blue and a Yellow Chu merge — which is only possible in the [[Cave of Ordeals]] — which will create a Green Chu in the [[Wii]] version, or a Purple Chu in the [[Nintendo Gamecube|GameCube]] version. Green Chus cannot be encountered in the GameCube version, and the Green Chu Jelly has no associated text and no effect when drunk.
Once Link frees himself, he fights through the ranks of Gerudo, before Sheik comes to him with his sword and shield. Throwing them to Link, Sheik attacks the invisible [[Twinrova]], who were watching nearby. They accuse Sheik of being a traitor. Sheik replies," A traitor? I was never one of you!" The Twinrova then blast Sheik into unconsciousness.
 
   
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'''Rare Chus''' are a significantly rare variety that are pearl-colored and sparkle. They appear anywhere where Chus are, but the chances of finding one are incredibly slim. The only certain places to find them are the [[Cave of Ordeals]], inside a small cavern in [[Death Mountain]], and inside three hidden Caves accessed via a dig spot: one under a tree at [[Snowpeak]], another in the [[Gerudo Desert]], and another beneath the barn in [[Ordon Ranch]]. Rare Chus are highly valuable as they leave behind [[Rare Chu Jelly]], which has the same effect as [[Great Fairy's Tears]]. However, not only are they hard to find, but they are also the first to be targeted by Purple Chus to merge. If a Rare Chu and any other Chu merge, the new Chu will become the other color, canceling out the Rare Chu. Additionally, if Link already has Rare Chu Jelly, any Rare Chus set to appear will be replaced with Yellow Chus.
After escaping with the unconscious Sheik, Link finds a cave to rest in. He leaves to find water, flustered after getting too close to Sheik. He returns to find that Sheik, having awoken with the face wrappings off, appears to be female. Fully transforming, Sheik is revealed to be Zelda, who later explains that she had Impa lock her consciousness away and assume the disguise of a Sheikah boy.
 
   
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{{ImageCaption|image=File:Rock ChuChu.png|size=70px|align=right|caption=Rock ChuChu from ''Phantom Hourglass''|captionalign=center}}
:''See [[ssb:Main Page|SmashWiki]]'s article on [[ssb:Sheik|Sheik]] for more information.''
 
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In {{PH}}, ChuChus appear similarly to their ''The Wind Waker'' and ''The Minish Cap'' incarnations. They are a common sight throughout the [[World of the Ocean King]] and can be found on many islands and inside dungeons. Generally, ChuChus are slow-moving enemies that pop out of the ground when Link is near. Most can be easily defeated with just the Sword or the most basic items. They come in Red, Green, Blue and Yellow colors, as well as the Rock ChuChu variant.
[[File:Sheik (Melee).jpg|thumb|left|120px|Sheik in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'']]
 
Sheik first appears in the {{ssb|Super Smash Bros. (series)|''Super Smash Bros.'' series}} in {{SSBM}}. As Princess Zelda, she has the option of transforming into Sheik by pressing down the Stick while holding the B Button. Sheik has a completely different moveset than Zelda that are not based on magic, as her moves and weapons are quick and similar to those of a ninja. Sheik is always referred to as a female in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series.
 
   
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Red and Green ChuChus are the most basic and are encountered early on. The Red kind are the most common of all, and can be found in mountainous regions as well as most dungeons, while Green ChuChus only appear in the [[Temple of Courage]]. Yellow and Blue ChuChus, like previous incarnations, are electrified and will shock Link if he strikes one. Yellow ChuChus will periodically drop their electrical barriers, but Blue ChuChus remain electrified. They can be stunned with items such as the Boomerang to disable their barriers, or alternately attacked with Arrows or Bombs from afar.
Sheik appears again in {{SSBB}}. Although she did not appear in {{TP}}, the character model was based on a design drafted during the game's development.<ref name="smash" /> She has mostly the same moveset from ''Melee'', and shares a [[Final Smash]] with Zelda, the [[Light Arrow]]s, although Sheik's deals more damage. In addition, Sheik can now {{ssb|crawl}}, {{ssb|wall jump}}, and use her Chain move as a {{ssb|tether recovery}}.
 
   
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Rock ChuChus are similar to their ''The Minish Cap'' incarnation, as they wear rock helmets that protect them from most attacks. This ChuChu variety likes to hide beneath large rocks, busting out whenever Link draws near. It can be destroyed with a Bomb, its helmet pulled off with the [[Grappling Hook]], or smashed with the [[Hammer]].
[[File:Brawlsheikrender.png|right|100px|Sheik in Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]
 
In [[The Subspace Emissary]] mode from ''Brawl'', Sheik is first introduced after {{ssb|Solid Snake}} saves Zelda and Peach when they are captured inside the {{ssb|Halberd}}. Although he orders them to stay put, Zelda transforms into Sheik to escape along with Peach to the battleship's front deck. Eventually, they reach their destination when suddenly {{lw|Fox}} in his {{lw|Arwing}} destroys one of the airship's turrets, shooting near where Peach was walking. Thinking that Fox was aiming at Peach, Sheik teleports onto Fox’s Arwing and, using her hand, shatters the cockpit window. This forces Fox to eject out of the Arwing and land on the battleship’s front deck along with Sheik. Although the two begin to fight, Peach stops them by offering a cup of tea to Fox. Confused at first, Fox looks over to see that Sheik has already begun drinking the tea, thus realizing that Sheik and Peach are not his enemies as he accepts Peach's offer and joins them.
 
   
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===''Spirit Tracks''===
Sheik returns in {{SSB4}} as a separate character, no longer being a transformation of Zelda. Due to this, several new special moves exclusive to the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series were added to both characters' movesets. These include the Burst Grenade and Bouncing Fish for Sheik, and the {{ssb|Phantom Slash}} for Zelda.
 
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{{ImageCaption|image=File:Ice ChuChu.png|size=70px|align=right|caption=Ice ChuChu from ''Spirit Tracks''|captionalign=center}}
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In {{ST}}, ChuChus appear mostly the same as in ''Phantom Hourglass'', but come in a few different variants. ChuChus in this game come in Red, Yellow and Purple colors, as well as two new variants called '''Ice ChuChus''' and '''Helmet ChuChus'''. As with the previous game, ChuChus are basic enemies that pop out of the ground and move slowly. They are among some of the most common and weakest enemies found throughout Hyrule, and can be found in all four of its regional [[Realm]]s. With the exception of the Ice ChuChu, all other ChuChus can be found in the [[Ocean Temple]].
   
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Red ChuChus are the most basic and common variety, appearing as early as the [[Tunnel to the Tower|Tunnel to the Tower of Spirits]]. Yellow ChuChus are an electrified variant, and must be stunned first to interrupt their electric field before attacking. The [[Whirlwind]], Boomerang and [[Whip]] can all be used to stun them.
She also appears in several [[Trophy (Super Smash Bros.)|Trophies]] and a [[Sticker]] in ''Melee'' and ''Brawl''.
 
   
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'''Ice ChuChus''' are white ChuChus that produce an icy mist. They are native to the [[Snow Realm]] of Hyrule. Their mist prevents them from being attacked directly as it will freeze Link instantly, requiring the screen to be rubbed with the stylus to thaw him out. Like Yellow ChuChus, they can be stunned first to remove their defense mechanism, rendering them safe to attack.
====Special Moves====
 
[[File:Needle Storm.jpg|thumb|left||120px|Sheik gathering her needles]]
 
'''Needle Storm''' is Sheik's {{ssb|neutral special move}}. By pressing the B Button, Sheik will grab some needles into her fingers and then throw them at the opponent. The longer the B Button is held, the more needles Sheik will hold between her fingers, with the maximum amount of five. Each needle does approximately 3% of damage, allowing this move to deal a maximum of 18% worth of damage. Sheik can save the needles for a short time by pressing the shield or grab button, and they can be fired by pressing the B Button again. Depending if Sheik is in the ground or not, the needles will strike horizontally or at a 45 degree angle.
 
   
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{{ImageCaption|image=File:Helmet ChuChu.png|size=70px|align=right|caption=Helmet ChuChu from ''Spirit Tracks''|captionalign=center}}
[[File:Vanish.jpg|thumb|right|120px|Sheik reappears in a cloud of smoke after using Vanish]]
 
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Purple ChuChus are another electric variant, but are more dangerous as their electricity is not disabled when they are stunned, and items such as the Boomerang and Whip do not affect them. The most creative way to defeat them is to strike them with a sharp object grabbed by the Whip, such as a thorn or the blade from a fish statue found in the Ocean Temple. Arrows and Bombs can also defeat these, as well as [[Phantom Zelda]]'s sword. Purple ChuChus appear in the Ocean Temple and the [[Tower of Spirits]].
'''Chain''' is Sheik's {{ssb|side special move}}. When used, Sheik will pull out a chain and throw it across the stage. Tilting the analog stick gives the player full control of where the chain moves: sideways, up, and even behind Sheik, damaging any opponent that makes contact with the chain. Although it has poor damage and is sometimes inaccurate, the Chain is a good long-range move. In ''Brawl'', the Chain now electrocutes any nearby foe and it can now be used as a {{ssb|tether recovery}}.
 
   
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'''Helmet ChuChus''' are Red ChuChus that are similar to Rock ChuChus as they wear protective helmets, only except now their helmets are made of iron and have three horns. Their helmets are not easily destroyed, and must be pulled off using the Whip. The helmet can then either be thrown back at the ChuChu to defeat it or thrown away to finish it off with the Sword. Its helmet can also be thrown to damage other enemies as well. They appear in the Ocean Temple.
'''Vanish''' serves as Sheik's {{ssb|up special move}}. By pressing up in the control stick and the B Button, Sheik will disappear and then instantly reappear high above in a cloud of smoke. The position in where Sheik will reappear can be determined by tilting the control stick in a certain direction. Although Vanish does not travel as far as Zelda's [[Farore's Wind]], it causes more damage than the magic spell.
 
   
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===''Skyward Sword''===
'''Transform''', which is Sheik's {{ssb|down special move}}, allows her to transform back into Princess Zelda. The transformation is faster in ''Melee'' than in ''Brawl''; however, in the former, it can be interrupted by any regular attack, and in the latter, Zelda and Sheik are invulnerable as long as it lasts.
 
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{{Fi|Green Chuchu|These creatures prefer exceptionally damp environments. They will encompass and digest anything they can absorb into their gelatinous bodies.
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{{Fi|Blue Chuchu|This is a rare, aquatic Chuchu. Known for attaching itself to unaware victims, its gelatinous body will clog your air pipe, literally taking your breath away.
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It is exceedingly dangerous to allow one of the larger specimens to stick to you for any length of time.}}
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{{Fi|Red Chuchu|The red Chuchu has an exceedingly high body temperature. Avoid all physical contact, or your clothing and shield may burst into flames.
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In the event you are set on fire, I recommend you quickly extinguish the flames by performing a roll.}}
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{{Fi|Yellow Chuchu|Yellow Chuchus are capable of generating electricity for short bursts of time. As with other Chuchus, I suggest you remain on guard.
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If you make contact with this type of Chuchu when it is charged, it will give you a shock. Then it will attempt to feed on you. This is not pleasant.}}
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{{ImageCaption|image=File:GreenChuchuSS.png|size=130px|align=right|caption=Green Chuchu from ''Skyward Sword''|captionalign=center}}
   
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In {{SS}}, Chuchus appear as blobs of jelly with dripping mouths and bulging eyes. They slowly crawl after Link when they spot him, and sometimes emerge from the ground. Chuchus come in various sizes, ranging from large to very small. Like Zols and the Chus of ''Twilight Princess'', when they are struck with the Sword, they will split into smaller Chuchus. Although similar, the enemies are not as simple as previous incarnations, and must be dealt with accordingly - if struck horizontally with the Sword, a Chuchu will split horizontally, only for the top Chuchu to fall right on top of the other, causing them to merge back into their larger size. As such, they must be attacked with a vertical slash to split and distance them from each other to prevent them from merging. Bombs are also very effective, as they are absorbed into any Chuchu that touches them and will destroy any size of Chuchu upon exploding. If two Chuchus merge, they will form a Chuchu one size larger than the bigger of the two, regardless of the size of the smaller. Like Gels, small Chuchus can also grab a hold of Link's foot and slow him down until they are shook off.
====''Melee'' Trophy Information====
 
{| class=wikitable sortable align=center width=100% cellspacing=0 border=1 cellpadding=3 style="text-align:center; border-collapse:collapse;"
 
|-
 
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!width="inherited"|Name
 
!width="inherited"|Image
 
!width="inherited"|First Game / Move
 
!width="inherited"|Description
 
!width="inherited"|How to Unlock
 
|-
 
|43
 
|[[Sheik]]
 
|[[File:Sheik Trophy.png|100px]]
 
|{{OOT}}<br>11/98
 
|align=left|''This is Zelda's alter ego. Using a variation of the name of the ancient [[Sheikah]] tribe, she appears before Link and teaches him melodies instrumental to his success. It's believed that she's not just a quick-change artist, but rather that she is able to instantaneously alter her clothing and her eye and skin color by using her magical skills.''
 
|Complete Classic Mode as Zelda or Sheik
 
|-
 
|44
 
|Sheik [Smash]
 
|[[File:Sheik Trophy (Smash).png|100px]]
 
|B: [[ssb:Needle Storm|Needle Storm]]<br>Smash B: [[ssb:Chain|Chain]]
 
|align=left|''Strategically switching between Zelda and Sheik is key. Compared to her Zelda form, Sheik is nimble and has gorgeous moves, but she lacks a strong knockout attack. The number of needles thrown in [[ssb:Needle Storm|Needle Storm]] is based on how long you hold the B Button before releasing it. Use the Control Stick to wave the [[ssb:Chain|Chain]] after brandishing it.''
 
|Complete Adventure Mode as Zelda or Sheik
 
|-
 
|45
 
|Sheik [Smash]
 
|[[File:Sheik Trophy 2 (Smash).png|100px]]
 
|Up & B: [[ssb:Vanish|Vanish]]<br>Down & B: [[ssb:Transform|Transform]]
 
|align=left|''The best strategy to use when playing as Sheik is to let her flow from one powerful attack into another, like a river of quicksilver. Zelda has some techniques with more punch, however, so in one-on-one battles, use [[ssb:Transform|Transform]] as needed. Sheik only travels a short way when using [[ssb:Vanish|Vanish]], but the move comes with a small explosion that damages foes around her.''
 
|Complete All-Star Mode as Zelda or Sheik
 
|}
 
   
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Four variations of Chuchus exist in ''Skyward Sword'', with some found in both [[Skyloft]] and various regions of the [[Hyrule|Surface]]. These include Green, Blue, Red, and Yellow Chuchus. Although while they share the common colors of previous incarnations, the traits of each Chuchu are now slightly different. Green and Blue Chuchus do not have any particular abilities, although the green ones are found on land while the blue kind are found underwater. Red Chuchus are usually found at the [[Eldin Volcano]] area and can ignite Link on contact with their extremely high body temperature. Yellow Chuchus are native to the [[Lanayru Desert]] region and retain their electrified bodies. They are capable of releasing an electric discharge, a defense which they tend to use after being split.
====''Brawl'' Trophy Information====
 
{| class="wikitable sortable" border="1" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0"
 
|-
 
!width="inherited"|Name
 
!width="inherited"|Image
 
!width="inherited"|Description
 
!width="inherited"|How to Unlock
 
|-
 
| '''Sheik'''
 
|[[File:Sheik Trophy (SSBB).png|100px]]
 
| ''The persona Zelda adopted to escape from Ganondorf. She completely hid all traces of her Zelda identity and appeared to Link as the last member of the Sheikah tribe. She taught Link essential ocarina melodies and then vanished in an instant. She didn't appear very often--rather, she would show up to support Link in crucial situations.''
 
|Clear Classic Mode as Sheik
 
|-
 
| [[Light Arrow]] (Sheik)
 
|[[File:Light Arrow Trophy (Sheik).png|100px]]
 
|Sheik's [[ssb:Final Smash|Final Smash]]. ''After grabbing a Smash Ball, Sheik will be able to wield a [[Zelda's Bow|bow of light]]. The arrow fired from this bow has the power to pass through multiple targets, so it will damage all enemies in the direction it flies. This, coupled with its shield-breaking power, makes it even more terrible. Even in Sheik form, Zelda's ability as an archer is undiminished.''
 
|Clear All-Star Mode as Sheik
 
|}
 
   
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While Chu Jelly does not appear in ''Skyward Sword'', Chuchus may sometimes drop [[Jelly Blob]]s after being defeated, which can be used to craft certain items.
====Sticker Information====
 
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|-
 
!width="150px"|Name
 
!width="50px"|Image
 
!Artwork from
 
!Effect in [[The Subspace Emissary]]
 
!Usable by
 
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|[[Sheik]]
 
|[[File:Sheik Sticker.png|40px]]
 
|'' Ocarina of Time
 
|align=left|[Body, Spin] - Attack +17
 
|[[File:LZGT.png|100px|This sticker is usable by Link, Zelda, Ganondorf, and Toon Link]]
 
|}
 
   
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==Non-Canon Appearances==
===''Hyrule Warriors''===
 
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{{Noncanon|start}}
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===''Hyrule Warriors'' Series===
Sheik appears as a playable character in {{HW}}. While Princess Zelda is also a playable character, it is unknown if Sheik is her in disguise or an entirely new character. She shows up in the story when Princess Zelda goes missing. In battle, Sheik uses her harp as her primary weapon which can conjure magical music that can summon different elements. She also uses her knives to supplement her style.
 
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ChuChu appears as enemies in the {{HW}} series. Unlike other enemies, normal attacks are ineffective against them. They can be instantly defeated by using the [[Hammer]] or by being caught in a [[Special Attack]]. They attack by swinging around their head after deflecting base attacks.
 
{{Noncanon|end}}
 
{{Noncanon|end}}
   
==Gender==
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==Trivia==
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*The chattering that ChuChus make in ''The Wind Waker'' are actually the overlaying clips of two Japanese men arguing, sped up and played in reverse.<ref>{{Cite web|quote= |author= 1jim3bob|published= August 18, 2013|retrieved= February 1, 2016|url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p33g_wkgGuw|title= Chuchu arguments|site= YouTube|type=}}</ref>
Sheik's gender is not entirely clear.
 
   
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==Etymology==
Sheik has canonically only appeared in ''Ocarina of Time''. Within that game, Sheik's gender was referred to once, by [[Princess Ruto]], when she referred to Sheik as a "a young man"<ref>{{cite|A young man named Sheik saved me from under the ice...|Princess Ruto|OoT}}</ref> and "him".<ref>{{cite|If you see Sheik, please give him my thanks, OK?|Princess Ruto|OoT}}</ref> The Official Nintendo Player's Guide also describes Sheik as "a young man". As such, in combination with the more masculine appearance of Sheik than Zelda, in ''Ocarina of Time'' it appears that Sheik is at least supposed to be perceived as male. For that reason, Zelda Wiki refers to Sheik as male when referring to his canon appearances. Despite this, Sheik may simply be a well-done disguise that fooled Ruto into thinking "he" was male.
 
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Chu is Japanese {{wp|onomatopoeia}} for the sound one makes when giving a kiss, hence the [[Fishman]]'s reference at Pawprint Isle, which otherwise makes little sense in English: "Do you know what a ChuChu is, small fry? No, I'm not talking about the sound you make when you kiss someone!"<ref name="Name"/> The name may have once been a reference to the Chuchus' prominent lips in ''Majora's Mask''.
   
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{{Names Table
[[Eiji Aonuma]] has said that players preferred female characters that were more independent, citing Sheik and [[Tetra]] as examples.<ref>{{Cite web|quote=We recently received information from a survey conducted in the US that indicated that, among our female characters, users had a preference for those that were more on the independent side, such as Shiek and Tetra|url=http://kotaku.com/5412635/zelda-developer-was-stumped-by-new-zelda-games-puzzles|title=Zelda Developer Was Stumped By New Zelda Game’s Puzzles|site=Kotaku|published=Nov 25, 2009|retrieved=Oct 2, 2011}}</ref> Zelda is referred to using feminine pronouns on the official Zelda website<ref>{{cite web|quote=Sheik always covered her face and muffled her voice to protect her identity, but Link soon learned that this helpful soul was in fact his good friend Princess Zelda. Her unusual dress and demeanor came from being raised as a Sheikah by her protector Impa. |retrieved=June 28, 2014|url=http://zelda.com/universe/pedia/s.jsp |title=Zelda Universe |site=Zelda.com}}</ref> and on the Smash Bros. DOJO!! for {{SSBB}}.<ref name=SmashDOJO>{{cite web|published=January 21, 2008 |retrieved=June 28, 2014|url=http://wayback.archive.org/web/20110807073818/http://www.smashbros.com/en_us/characters/sheik.html |title=Sheik |site=Smash Bros. DOJO!! |type=archive}}</ref> Trophy descriptions in {{SSBM}}<ref>{{cite|This is Zelda's alter ego. Using a variation of the name of the ancient Sheikah tribe, she appears before Link and teaches him melodies instrumental to his success. It's believed that she's not just a quick-change artist, but rather that she is able to instantaneously alter her clothing and her eye and skin color by using her magical skills.|Sheik trophy|SSBM}}</ref><ref>{{cite|Strategically switching between Zelda and Sheik is key. Compared to her Zelda form, Sheik is nimble and has gorgeous moves, but she lacks a strong knockout attack. The number of needles thrown in Needle Storm is based on how long you hold the B Button before releasing it. Use the Control Stick to wave the Chain after brandishing it.|Sheik (Smash) trophy|SSBM}}</ref><ref>{{cite|The best strategy to use when playing as Sheik is to let her flow from one powerful attack into another, like a river of quicksilver. Zelda has some techniques with more punch, however, so in one-on-one battles, use Transform as needed. Sheik only travels a short way when using Vanish, but the move comes with a small explosion that damages foes around her.|Sheik (Smash) trophy|SSBM}}</ref> and {{SSBB}}<ref>{{cite|The persona Zelda adopted to escape from Ganondorf. She completely hid all traces of her Zelda identity and appeared to Link as the last member of the Sheikah tribe. She taught Link essential ocarina melodies and then vanished in an instant. She didn't appear very often--rather, she would show up to support Link in crucial situations.|Sheik trophy|SSBB}}</ref> also use feminine pronouns when referring to Sheik; however, while ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' Sheik is based on the {{OOT}} Sheik, ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' Sheik is based on the non-canonical alter ego of the Zelda from {{TP}}.<ref name=SmashDOJO/> For these reasons, Zelda Wiki refers to Sheik as female when referring to her appearances in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series. ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' Sheik retains the masculine appearance of her ''Ocarina of Time'' self.
 
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|name2= Red Chuchu
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|name3= Green Chuchu
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|name4= Blue Chuchu
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|name5= Yellow Chuchu
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|name6= Purple ChuChu
   
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|ja1= {{Japanese|チュチュ|Chuchu||3}}
In the non-canon ''Ocarina of Time'' manga, Zelda's mind was sealed away so she would believe she is male and take the identity of Sheik.
 
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|ja2= {{Japanese|レッドチュチュ|Reddo Chuchu|Red Chuchu|3}}
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|ja3= {{Japanese|グリーンチュチュ|Gurīn ChuChu|Green Chuchu|3}}
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|ja4= {{Japanese|ブルーチュチュ|Burū Chuchu|Blue Chuchu|3}}
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|ja5= {{Japanese|イエローチュチュ|Ierō Chuchu|Yellow Chuchu|3}}
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|ja6= {{Japanese|紫チュチュ|Murasaki Chuchu|Purple ChuChu|3}}
   
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|esS1=Chuchu
It is currently unknown which gender Sheik is in {{HW}}.
 
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|esS5=
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{{theory|start}}
 
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|esL2={{exp|Red Chuchu|Chuchu rojo}}
Some people speculate that Sheik was originally meant to be a male character, but has been recast as a female in recent years to better appease to the market. This argues that the idea of gender as an inherent and vital component of an individual's being is deeply ingrained in the (Western) mindset. Nintendo has over time made ''Ocarina of Time'' less controversial, such as by recoloring Ganon's blood from red to green, removing real-life religious symbols, and writing the [[ReDead]] trophy description in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' to remove the implication that the ones in the [[Hyrule Castle Town]] ruins were some of the previous inhabitants. It may be that Sheik as a secret male alter ego to a well-known female character originated as a creative story element, but that such a character would be difficult to market as a multiple-times gender-swapping combatant in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series. Also, Nintendo does not have a large cast of noncontroversial, famous female characters, which makes a female Sheik more interesting from a marketing perspective.
 
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|esL3={{exp|Green Chuchu|Chuchu verde}}
{{theory|end}}
 
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|esL4=
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|esL5={{exp|Yellow Chuchu|Chuchu amarillo}}
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|esL6=
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|fr1= Blobs
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|fr2= {{exp|Red Blob|Blob rouge}}
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|fr3= {{exp|Green Blob|Blob vert}}
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|fr4= {{exp|Blue Blob|Blob bleu}}
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|fr5= {{exp|Yellow Blob|Blob jaune}}
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|fr6=
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|de1= {{de|Schleim}}
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|de2= Roter Schleim
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|de3= Grüner Schleim
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|de4= Blauer Schleim
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|de5= Gelber Schleim
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|de6= Violetter Schleim
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|it1= Chu Chu
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|it2= Chu Chu Rosso
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|it3= Chu Chu Verde
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|it4= Chu Chu Blu
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|it5= Chu Chu Giallo
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|it6=
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|chS1= 啾啾
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|chS2= 红啾啾
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|chS3= 绿啾啾
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|chS4= 蓝啾啾
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|chS5= 黄啾啾
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|chS6= 紫啾啾
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}}
   
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
File:Sheik OoT 3D.png|Sheik from ''Ocarina of Time 3D''
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File:MM RedChuchu.png|Red Chuchu in ''Majora's Mask''
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File:Yellow Chuchu.png|Yellow Chuchu in ''Majora's Mask''
File:Shiek 3.jpg‎|Sheik transforming into Zelda using the Triforce of Wisdom
 
File:Sheik OoT3D.jpg|Sheik in ''Ocarina of Time 3D''
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File:MM BlueChuChu.png|Blue Chuchu in ''Majora's Mask''
File:Sheikoldsketch.png|Sheik concept art from ''Ocarina of Time''
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File:ChuChu Green.gif|Green Chuchu from ''The Minish Cap''
File:12 sheik1 hh174.jpg|Sheik concept art from ''Twilight Princess''
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File:ChuChuRock.gif|Rock Chuchu in ''The Minish Cap''
File:12 sheik2 hh174.jpg|Sheik concept art from ''Twilight Princess''
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File:SpinyChuchu.gif|Spiny Chuchu from ''The Minish Cap''
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File:ChuChuSpiny.png|Spiny Chuchu with thorns stuck out
File:Sheik SSBM.jpg|Sheik in the opening of ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
 
File:Sheika.jpg|Sheik in the opening of ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
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File:Blue Chu.png|Blue Chu in ''Twilight Princess''
File:Chain (SSBM).jpg|Sheik using the Chain move in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
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File:Yellow Chu.png|Yellow Chu in ''Twilight Princess''
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File:Rare Chu.png|Rare Chu in ''Twilight Princess''
File:Needle (SSBM).jpg|Sheik using the Needle Storm move in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
 
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File:Red ChuChu PH.png|Red ChuChu from ''Phantom Hourglass'' and ''Spirit Tracks''
File:Vanish (SSBM).jpg|Sheik using the Vanish move in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
 
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File:Green ChuChu.png|Green ChuChu from ''Phantom Hourglass''
File:Sheik's Transform Move.jpg|Sheik transforming into Zelda in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''
 
File:Sheik 080116d-l.jpg|Sheik and Link from ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
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File:Yellow ChuChu.png|Yellow ChuChu from ''Phantom Hourglass''
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File:Blue ChuChu.png|Blue ChuChu from ''Phantom Hourglass''
File:Chain.jpg|Sheik using the Chain move in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
 
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File:Purple ChuChu PH.png|Purple ChuChu from ''Spirit Tracks''
File:Light Arrow Sheik.jpg|Sheik using the Light Arrow in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
 
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File:BlueChuChuSS.png|Blue ChuChu in ''Skyward Sword''
File:Sheik (SSBB).jpg|Sheik in The Subspace Emissary from ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
 
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File:SS Zol.png|Red Chuchu in ''Skyward Sword''
File:SSB4 Sheik Artwork.png|Sheik artwork from ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U''
 
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File:YellowChuChuSS.png|Yellow Chuchu in ''Skyward Sword''
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File:Gel SS.jpg|Green Chuchu being split in ''Skyward Sword''
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File:HWL Yellow Chuchu.png|Yellow Chuchu from ''Hyrule Warriors Legends''
 
</gallery>
 
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==Notes==
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==See Also==
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*[[Buzz Blob]]
<references group=note/>
 
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*[[Chu Jelly]]
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*[[Chu Worm]]
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*[[Gel]]
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*[[Zol]]
   
 
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Not to be confused with Buzz Blobs.

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Chuchus, formatted as ChuChus in The Wind Waker, Phantom Hourglass, and Spirit Tracks, and known simply as Chus in Twilight Princess, are recurring enemies in Template:LZS. They are gelatinous creatures of living slime or jelly, often depicted with facial features.

Chuchus come in a wide variety of colors and types, with some having different traits and behaviors depending on their color. Red, Green, Blue, Yellow and Purple Chuchus are among some of the most common types of Chuchus in the series, with Red being the most common. Beginning with The Wind Waker, some Chuchus, such as the Blue and Yellow kind, are capable of producing electricity as a defense mechanism. This makes them similar to the Buzz Blob, another slime-like enemy with a similar shape that is also electrified. Chuchus are relatively simple enemies to defeat; a simple slash with the Sword usually being all that is required to take down most varieties. The electrified types usually require to be stunned first before attacking.

In a couple games, Chuchus also leave behind Chu Jelly when defeated. Chu Jelly is valued as an ingredient that can craft restorative Potions that can replenish health or other vitals depending on its color. In The Wind Waker, Chu Jelly is an ingredient that cannot be used on its own, but in Twilight Princess, a Bottle can be used to scoop up the remains of a defeated Chu to collect drinkable Chu Jelly.

Characteristics and Weaknesses

Majora's Mask

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Green Chuchu from Majora's Mask

In Majora's Mask, Chuchus appear as bottom-heavy blobs of transparent jelly with large, grinning mouths full of crooked teeth and round eyes on stalks. They move around by slowly oozing along the ground, but once they see Link, they attack by hopping towards him in an attempt to knock him down. However, they can be easily defeated with one or two hits with the Sword. Chuchus are characterized as appearing either Green, Red, Yellow or Blue. Depending on their color, they contain various items inside their bodies which are dropped as they are defeated. Chuchus will shortly respawn after being destroyed, making fighting them a quick means of restocking on supplies in little time.

Green Chuchus and Red Chuchus are commonplace to Termina Field, and carry Magic Jars and Hearts in their bodies, respectively. Yellow Chuchus contain Arrows, and usually appear near puzzles or enemies that require the Bow. Blue Chuchus are the rarest, and only appear in the Great Bay Temple. They hold no items inside them; instead they can be frozen and used as a stepping stone by freezing them with the Ice Arrows, allowing Link to reach higher places. Tatl explains this by stating they are "just blob(s) of water." In Majora's Mask 3D, the Blue Chuchus sparkle, further indicating that they can be frozen.

The Wind Waker

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Various ChuChus from
The Wind Waker

In The Wind Waker, ChuChus take on a much different form that would become their most common depiction: they are top-heavy blobs of jelly with bulbous, yellow-green eyes that move by crawling or hopping on their pseudopod-like feet at their base. This appearance greatly resembles Buzz Blobs, an earlier slime enemy with a similar shape. When they appear, they make a distinctive chattering sound. If left alone, ChuChus melt into a tiny, slow-moving puddle, but immediately start hopping after Link when he approaches. Some ChuChus will ambush Link by dropping from above. ChuChus in The Wind Waker come in various colors, each with their own traits and sometimes unique Chu Jelly. They come in Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, and a newer type called a Dark ChuChu, which is dark purple in color. ChuChus live on many islands across the Great Sea, including dungeons and most notably, Pawprint Isle, an island famous for its ChuChu population.[1][2] Several ChuChus drop Chu Jelly when defeated, which can also be stolen from them with the Grappling Hook. Chu Jelly can be given to Doc Bandam on Windfall Island, a man studying ChuChus and their jelly,[3] to craft new Potions as well as make free servings in exchange.

Red ChuChu

Red ChuChus are among the first and most common encountered, and can be found as early as Pawprint Isle and Dragon Roost Cavern, as well as Forest Haven and the Earth Temple and Wind Temple. They are the lowest form of ChuChu that possess no unique traits, and are thus the easiest to slay. Their attack deals little damage, although they can be tricky in groups (though rarely forming any more than three at a time). As basic as they are, they are valued as they can be slain for Red Chu Jelly, which can make health-replenishing Red Potions.

Green ChuChu

Green ChuChus are the second most common, and can be found on Pawprint Isle, Forest Haven, the Forbidden Woods, and the Earth and Wind Temples. They behave like and are often found with their lower relative, the Red ChuChu. They, however, possess the ability to shrink into a puddle to evade Link's attacks. When defeated, they drop Green Chu Jelly. Link can give Doc Bandam 15 Green Chu Jellies to craft Green Potions, making them available for purchase.

Blue ChuChu

Blue ChuChus are an extremely rare type of ChuChu,[2] with only 23 Blue ChuChus appearing in total throughout the Great Sea. They are found scattered on various islands. Blue ChuChus are highly electrified, and will shock Link if he attempts to attack one. As they are constantly electrified, they must first be stunned before being attacked, with items such as with the Deku Leaf or the Boomerang. Alternately, they can be attacked with Bombs or Arrows. They drop the most valuable and rarest kind of Jelly: Blue Chu Jelly. If Link gives 15 Blue Chu Jellies to Doc Bandam, Blue Potions will become available for purchase. Blue ChuChus, however, will only ever drop their Jelly Spoils once.

Yellow ChuChu

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Yellow ChuChus are another type that possess the ability to electrify themselves, but unlike Blue ChuChus, they do not keep their bodies electrified at all times and will periodically drop their electric guard. They are even rarer than Blue ChuChus, as they only appear on Pawprint Isle and in the Tower of the Gods. They can be stunned to make defeating them easier, or attacked with Bombs or Arrows. They do not drop any Chu Jelly whatsoever.

Dark ChuChu

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Dark ChuChus are a unique type distinguished by their dark, purple coloration. They inhabit dark areas devoid of light, namely the Earth Temple and Ganon's Tower. Unlike other ChuChus, they cannot be harmed by ordinary weapons; attempting to do so results in the creature simply breaking up and regenerating. Instead they are highly weak to light - if they come into direct light, they will instantly turn to stone. One can be lured into a light source or else have light hit it. Picking up and throwing a petrified Dark ChuChu will shatter the stone and defeat it, or alternately, it can be smashed with the Skull Hammer. Petrified Dark ChuChus can be used as temporary weights in certain puzzles. For this reason, they often respawn after being defeated. They do not last long in stone form, however, and will eventually liquidize. They do not leave behind any Chu Jelly.

The Minish Cap

In The Minish Cap, Chuchus have an identical appearance and behavior to those in The Wind Waker. Most Chuchus emerge from the ground as tiny puddles, then pop up to leap at Link to attack. They also come in various colors and varieties, each with different traits and characteristics. They are among some of the most common and weakest enemies, and can be found all over Hyrule.

Green and Red Chuchus are the most common, being especially common to the Minish Woods and Mt. Crenel, respectively. They are the most basic varieties, and attack simply by jumping. Green Chuchus tend to appear alone, while Red Chuchus are often found in small groups. Blue Chuchus, like those in The Wind Waker, have bodies that are constantly electrified. They can be attacked with Bombs or Arrows from afar, or alternately stunned with other items, such as the Boomerang. They are much rarer and are not native to any particular region.

Spiny Chuchus are purple Chuchus that possess a unique trait: they shoot out thorns from their body when Link is near. These spikes protect them from a wide assortment of attacks, and will remain in this state until Link backs away, when the Chuchu will pursue after him. To defeat them, Link must either be quick to attack or stun them first. A Bomb is powerful enough to penetrate their defenses. Arrows can also be shot at them from afar. They appear at Mt. Crenel, and also act as the mini-bosses of the Cave of Flames.

Red Chuchus also come in an additional variant called a Rock Chuchu, which wears a rock helmet over its face. They appear in Veil Falls. These Chuchus do not jump, and their mask protects them from almost any attack. Their helmets can be destroyed by throwing a stone at them, turning them into regular Red Chuchus. A Bomb can also be used to defeat them instantly.

Link also encounters two giant Chuchus as bosses, known as Big Chuchus. These enemies are normal Chuchus, but appear much larger as Link is Minish sized when they are encountered. A Big Green Chuchu appears as the boss of Deepwood Shrine, and a Big Blue Chuchu appears as the mini-boss of the Temple of Droplets. These large Chuchus are fought by sucking up their jelly with the Gust Jar, although the same will not work on other Chuchus when Link is normal sized.

Twilight Princess

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Purple Chu from Twilight Princess

In Twilight Princess, Chuchus are simply known as Chus, and are little more than large, amoeba-like blobs of opaque jelly. They slide and powerfully leap to move and attack. Like previous incarnations, Chus come in various colors, including Red, Blue, Yellow, Purple, and a very rare variant called a Rare Chu. While little else sets apart between them, Chus have the ability to split and merge. A large Chu will split into two smaller Chus when attacked, similarly to a Zol dividing into Gels when struck, and will keep splitting until they are too small to do so. Chus appear in several places, including the entrance way of the Lakebed Temple, the Snowpeak Ruins, and in hidden Caves.

When Chus are defeated, they dissolve into a puddle which can then be scooped up into a Bottle to collect Chu Jelly. Unlike Chu Jelly of The Wind Waker, their remains can be used immediately as a drinkable solution. They have various different effects depending on the color of the Jelly.

When two Chus of different colors collide, they will merge together and form a single, larger Chu. The new Chu will retain the color of the more common one (from least to most common: Rare, Blue, Red, Yellow, Purple). The exception to this is when a Blue and a Yellow Chu merge — which is only possible in the Cave of Ordeals — which will create a Green Chu in the Wii version, or a Purple Chu in the GameCube version. Green Chus cannot be encountered in the GameCube version, and the Green Chu Jelly has no associated text and no effect when drunk.

Rare Chus are a significantly rare variety that are pearl-colored and sparkle. They appear anywhere where Chus are, but the chances of finding one are incredibly slim. The only certain places to find them are the Cave of Ordeals, inside a small cavern in Death Mountain, and inside three hidden Caves accessed via a dig spot: one under a tree at Snowpeak, another in the Gerudo Desert, and another beneath the barn in Ordon Ranch. Rare Chus are highly valuable as they leave behind Rare Chu Jelly, which has the same effect as Great Fairy's Tears. However, not only are they hard to find, but they are also the first to be targeted by Purple Chus to merge. If a Rare Chu and any other Chu merge, the new Chu will become the other color, canceling out the Rare Chu. Additionally, if Link already has Rare Chu Jelly, any Rare Chus set to appear will be replaced with Yellow Chus.

Phantom Hourglass

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Rock ChuChu from Phantom Hourglass

In Phantom Hourglass, ChuChus appear similarly to their The Wind Waker and The Minish Cap incarnations. They are a common sight throughout the World of the Ocean King and can be found on many islands and inside dungeons. Generally, ChuChus are slow-moving enemies that pop out of the ground when Link is near. Most can be easily defeated with just the Sword or the most basic items. They come in Red, Green, Blue and Yellow colors, as well as the Rock ChuChu variant.

Red and Green ChuChus are the most basic and are encountered early on. The Red kind are the most common of all, and can be found in mountainous regions as well as most dungeons, while Green ChuChus only appear in the Temple of Courage. Yellow and Blue ChuChus, like previous incarnations, are electrified and will shock Link if he strikes one. Yellow ChuChus will periodically drop their electrical barriers, but Blue ChuChus remain electrified. They can be stunned with items such as the Boomerang to disable their barriers, or alternately attacked with Arrows or Bombs from afar.

Rock ChuChus are similar to their The Minish Cap incarnation, as they wear rock helmets that protect them from most attacks. This ChuChu variety likes to hide beneath large rocks, busting out whenever Link draws near. It can be destroyed with a Bomb, its helmet pulled off with the Grappling Hook, or smashed with the Hammer.

Spirit Tracks

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Ice ChuChu from Spirit Tracks

In Spirit Tracks, ChuChus appear mostly the same as in Phantom Hourglass, but come in a few different variants. ChuChus in this game come in Red, Yellow and Purple colors, as well as two new variants called Ice ChuChus and Helmet ChuChus. As with the previous game, ChuChus are basic enemies that pop out of the ground and move slowly. They are among some of the most common and weakest enemies found throughout Hyrule, and can be found in all four of its regional Realms. With the exception of the Ice ChuChu, all other ChuChus can be found in the Ocean Temple.

Red ChuChus are the most basic and common variety, appearing as early as the Tunnel to the Tower of Spirits. Yellow ChuChus are an electrified variant, and must be stunned first to interrupt their electric field before attacking. The Whirlwind, Boomerang and Whip can all be used to stun them.

Ice ChuChus are white ChuChus that produce an icy mist. They are native to the Snow Realm of Hyrule. Their mist prevents them from being attacked directly as it will freeze Link instantly, requiring the screen to be rubbed with the stylus to thaw him out. Like Yellow ChuChus, they can be stunned first to remove their defense mechanism, rendering them safe to attack.

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Helmet ChuChu from Spirit Tracks

Purple ChuChus are another electric variant, but are more dangerous as their electricity is not disabled when they are stunned, and items such as the Boomerang and Whip do not affect them. The most creative way to defeat them is to strike them with a sharp object grabbed by the Whip, such as a thorn or the blade from a fish statue found in the Ocean Temple. Arrows and Bombs can also defeat these, as well as Phantom Zelda's sword. Purple ChuChus appear in the Ocean Temple and the Tower of Spirits.

Helmet ChuChus are Red ChuChus that are similar to Rock ChuChus as they wear protective helmets, only except now their helmets are made of iron and have three horns. Their helmets are not easily destroyed, and must be pulled off using the Whip. The helmet can then either be thrown back at the ChuChu to defeat it or thrown away to finish it off with the Sword. Its helmet can also be thrown to damage other enemies as well. They appear in the Ocean Temple.

Skyward Sword

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Green Chuchu from Skyward Sword

In Skyward Sword, Chuchus appear as blobs of jelly with dripping mouths and bulging eyes. They slowly crawl after Link when they spot him, and sometimes emerge from the ground. Chuchus come in various sizes, ranging from large to very small. Like Zols and the Chus of Twilight Princess, when they are struck with the Sword, they will split into smaller Chuchus. Although similar, the enemies are not as simple as previous incarnations, and must be dealt with accordingly - if struck horizontally with the Sword, a Chuchu will split horizontally, only for the top Chuchu to fall right on top of the other, causing them to merge back into their larger size. As such, they must be attacked with a vertical slash to split and distance them from each other to prevent them from merging. Bombs are also very effective, as they are absorbed into any Chuchu that touches them and will destroy any size of Chuchu upon exploding. If two Chuchus merge, they will form a Chuchu one size larger than the bigger of the two, regardless of the size of the smaller. Like Gels, small Chuchus can also grab a hold of Link's foot and slow him down until they are shook off.

Four variations of Chuchus exist in Skyward Sword, with some found in both Skyloft and various regions of the Surface. These include Green, Blue, Red, and Yellow Chuchus. Although while they share the common colors of previous incarnations, the traits of each Chuchu are now slightly different. Green and Blue Chuchus do not have any particular abilities, although the green ones are found on land while the blue kind are found underwater. Red Chuchus are usually found at the Eldin Volcano area and can ignite Link on contact with their extremely high body temperature. Yellow Chuchus are native to the Lanayru Desert region and retain their electrified bodies. They are capable of releasing an electric discharge, a defense which they tend to use after being split.

While Chu Jelly does not appear in Skyward Sword, Chuchus may sometimes drop Jelly Blobs after being defeated, which can be used to craft certain items.

Non-Canon Appearances

Hyrule Warriors Series

ChuChu appears as enemies in the Hyrule Warriors series. Unlike other enemies, normal attacks are ineffective against them. They can be instantly defeated by using the Hammer or by being caught in a Special Attack. They attack by swinging around their head after deflecting base attacks.

Trivia

  • The chattering that ChuChus make in The Wind Waker are actually the overlaying clips of two Japanese men arguing, sped up and played in reverse.[4]

Etymology

Chu is Japanese onomatopoeia for the sound one makes when giving a kiss, hence the Fishman's reference at Pawprint Isle, which otherwise makes little sense in English: "Do you know what a ChuChu is, small fry? No, I'm not talking about the sound you make when you kiss someone!"[1] The name may have once been a reference to the Chuchus' prominent lips in Majora's Mask.

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Language Name
Chuchu Red Chuchu Green Chuchu Blue Chuchu Yellow Chuchu Purple ChuChu
Japan Japanese Template:Japanese Template:Japanese Template:Japanese Template:Japanese Template:Japanese Template:Japanese
French-speaking countries French Blobs Blob rouge Blob vert Blob bleu Blob jaune
Federal Republic of Germany German Schleim Roter Schleim Grüner Schleim Blauer Schleim Gelber Schleim Violetter Schleim
Italian Republic Italian Chu Chu Chu Chu Rosso Chu Chu Verde Chu Chu Blu Chu Chu Giallo
Kingdom of Spain SpanishEU Chuchu
Community of Latin American and Caribbean States SpanishLA Chuchu Chuchu rojo Chuchu verde Chuchu amarillo

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References

  1. 1.0 1.1 "Do you know what a ChuChu is, small fry? No, I'm not talking about the sound you make when you kiss somone! I'm talking about ChuChus! They're those slimy, monster-like puddles of goo that turn into blobs of jelly, stand up, and start jumping at you like crazy when you came near them. Well, in any case, there's lots of them on that island over there, so if you see any, I'd avoid them. They can get...nasty. Now that I think about it, every once in a while I see the potion brewer who lives on Windfall Island come here... Now why would he do that, fry?" — Fishman (The Wind Waker)
  2. 2.0 2.1 "This is an extremely rare color of Chu Jelly! ...Perhaps it indicates a new breed!? What a fascinating jelly development! I've never seen one of this particular hue on Pawprint Isle, a small atoll famous for its robust Chu population..." — Doc Bandam (The Wind Waker)
  3. "It's been ten years since I began my now legendary studies of the Chu Jelly." — Doc Bandam (The Wind Waker)
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