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{{Boss
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{{Enemy
|name = Puppet Ganon
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|name = Bullbo
|image = [[File:Puppet Ganon.png|220px]]
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|image = [[File:TP Bullbo.png|200px]]
|game = {{TWW}}
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|game = {{TP}}<br>{{ST}}
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|other = {{LCT}}<br>{{SSBB}}
|era = [[Zelda Timeline#The Era of Light and Dark|Era of Light and Dark]]
 
|dungeon = [[Ganon's Tower]]
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|member = [[Lord Bullbo]]
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|habitat = [[Hyrule Field]]<br>[[Gerudo Desert]]<br>[[Hyrule Castle]]<br>[[Forest Realm]]<br>[[Snow Realm]]<br>[[Fire Realm]]
|weakness = [[Light Arrow]], crystal ball, strings
 
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|weapon = Almost every weapon
|theme music = <nowiki></nowiki>
 
{{(!}}
 
{{!}}[[File:VS Puppet Ganon.ogg|noicon]]
 
{{!}}{{Exp|Puppet}}
 
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{{!}}[[File:VS Puppet Ganon (Spider).ogg|noicon]]
 
{{!}}{{Exp|Spider}}
 
{{!-}}
 
{{!}}[[File:VS Puppet Ganon (Snake).ogg|noicon]]
 
{{!}}{{Exp|Moldorm}}
 
{{!)}}
 
 
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'''Bullbos''' are the boar-like creatures in {{TP}} and {{ST}}. They are frequently used as mounts by [[Bulblin]]s.
'''Puppet Ganon''' is a giant puppet controlled by [[Ganon]] in {{TWW}}. The battle is a precursor to the main event with the real Ganondorf in [[Ganon's Tower]].
 
   
==Strategy==
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==Appearances==
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===''Twilight Princess''===
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[[File:Arrowbattle.jpg|left|thumb|Link fights on Epona against a group of five Bulblin Archers riding on Bullbos]]
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Bullbos are considerably tough and can only be killed by running them off a cliff or repeatedly attacking them with a sword. An easy way to stop them while riding Epona is to shoot them with a [[Bomb Arrow]] which will make quick work of them. They are nearly impossible to stop once provoked. A rider must either wait for them to calm down on their own, or guide them into a solid wall.
   
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Bullbos are usually ridden by [[Bulblin]]s. There are two Bulblins to each Bullbo, a rider and an archer. If the rider is knocked off the Bullbo, the Bullbo will begin to go out of control, knocking the remaining Bulblin off its back. The beast will continue to go on a rampage, until it crashes into a solid structure or runs off a cliff.
===First Form: Puppet===
 
[[File:Puppet Ganon Pig.png|left|thumb|200px|Puppet Ganon's first phase]]
 
The first form of the monster is similar in appearance to Beast Ganon in most of the 2D games, giant and boar-like.
 
He is defeated by cutting his strings with the [[Boomerang]] and striking the blue orb on his tail with [[Light Arrow]]s.
 
{{clear}}
 
===Second Form: Spider===
 
[[File:Puppet Ganon Spider.png|right|thumb|200px|Puppet Ganon's spider phase]]
 
Puppet Ganon will then transform into a spider, possible referencing [[Gohma]] as she appears in previous games, which flies up to the top of the room and spins rapidly in circles before crashing back down. To avoid taking damage and progress in the battle, Link must use the reflective pool beneath him to track the spider's movements and position himself in the space behind it as it falls, in order to grant himself a clear shot at its tail. Repeating this process three times will cause the monster to assume its final form.
 
{{clear}}
 
===Third Form: Moldorm===
 
[[File:PuppetMoldorm WW.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Puppet Ganon's final phase]]
 
The snake form of Puppet Ganon moves randomly around the room, gaining speed and irrationality each time his tail is hit. Due to his speed, scoring a hit can be difficult - attacking his face with the [[Master Sword]], [[Bombs]], or the [[Skull Hammer]] will stun him for a few seconds - however, this method requires Link to put himself directly in the puppet's line of fire. The hero can also distract Puppet Ganon with [[All-Purpose Bait]]. However, the boss will quickly move toward the bait the moment Link throws it down, often damaging him in the process. This makes it difficult for the hero to get away and attack the tail. A third, lesser-known strategy is to use the [[Hookshot]] to reach one of the various platforms at the higher parts of the arena - this keeps Link safe from sustaining damage and can provide a clear shot at the boss.
 
   
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After knocking the Bulblins down, Bullbos can be ridden in a similar way to [[Epona]]. However, the brutish creatures are far less intelligent than Link's horse (they are one of the few animals that do not speak to Wolf Link when prompted). They don't seem to have the sense to stop before running into solid objects or even right off of a cliff. Link can't quick-dismount them the same way he can Epona, and cannot use items while riding them. A Bullbo's charge is different to Epona's as well and, interestingly, when a Bullbo has the charge engaged, it shakes so violently that Link is only attached to the reins. Charging bullbos cannot jump and are more difficult to steer than [[Epona]] although the charge works for longer and is faster than Epona's. Just before sprinting, a Bullbo will stand on its hind legs and roar just like a horse rearing. When they are up to speed, they are impossible to stop when charging and only stop when they want to or when rammed into a wall. Finally, when sprinting, Bullbos can smash wooden fences and Bulblin Towers which are otherwise indestructible (Bulblin Towers can be broken with the use of the Ball and Chain). When spurred or attacked with a weapon, Bullbos will run off and eventually fall over but will get up to be ridden again. One unmountable and massive Bullbo is [[Lord Bullbo]], the mount of King Bulblin.
After defeating the final form of Puppet Ganon, Link is able to climb its central string up to the tower's rooftop for the final confrontation with Ganondorf.
 
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{{clear}}
 
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Bullbos are also used for meat, as seen in the [[Gerudo Desert]]. A dead, hairless Bullbo is seen over a fire tied to a spit. If Link slashes the roast Bullbo, recovery hearts will appear, and repeated attacks will slash it open to reveal a [[Heart Container#Piece of Heart|Piece of Heart]].
{{Figurine|TWW|Puppet Ganon|Habitat: Ganon's Castle<BR>Effective Weapons: Light Arrows<BR>This is a gigantic marionette created by Ganon himself. It transforms into three different shapes, but all are vulnerable to rays of light.<BR>Rather than shooting randomly at it, try to deduce when it can be easily targeted and then take advantage of your chance.|[[File:Puppet Ganon Figurine.png|120px]]}}
 
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===''Spirit Tracks''===
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[[File:Bullbo Large.png|left|Bullbos as they appear in ''Spirit Tracks'']]
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Bullbos make a similar appearance in {{ST}}. They can be found following and ramming into Link's [[Spirit Train]] in areas of the [[Forest Realm]], [[Snow Realm]] and Fire Realm. Some Bullbos are once again mounted on by Bulblins who fire Bomb Arrows. They can be defeated with two shots from the cannon.
   
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
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File:BullboSmashTP.png|Link uses a Bullbo to smash through wooden gates
File:puppetsnake.jpg|Puppet Ganon as a snake and Link shooting it with a Light Arrow
 
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File:Bullbo Roast.png|Roasted Bullbo
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
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==See Also==
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* [[Lord Bullbo]]
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[[Category:Enemies in Twilight Princess]]
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[[Category:Enemies in Spirit Tracks]]
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[[Category:Transportation]]

Revision as of 15:44, 27 April 2015

Template:Enemy Bullbos are the boar-like creatures in Twilight Princess and Spirit Tracks. They are frequently used as mounts by Bulblins.

Appearances

Twilight Princess

File:Arrowbattle.jpg

Link fights on Epona against a group of five Bulblin Archers riding on Bullbos

Bullbos are considerably tough and can only be killed by running them off a cliff or repeatedly attacking them with a sword. An easy way to stop them while riding Epona is to shoot them with a Bomb Arrow which will make quick work of them. They are nearly impossible to stop once provoked. A rider must either wait for them to calm down on their own, or guide them into a solid wall.

Bullbos are usually ridden by Bulblins. There are two Bulblins to each Bullbo, a rider and an archer. If the rider is knocked off the Bullbo, the Bullbo will begin to go out of control, knocking the remaining Bulblin off its back. The beast will continue to go on a rampage, until it crashes into a solid structure or runs off a cliff.

After knocking the Bulblins down, Bullbos can be ridden in a similar way to Epona. However, the brutish creatures are far less intelligent than Link's horse (they are one of the few animals that do not speak to Wolf Link when prompted). They don't seem to have the sense to stop before running into solid objects or even right off of a cliff. Link can't quick-dismount them the same way he can Epona, and cannot use items while riding them. A Bullbo's charge is different to Epona's as well and, interestingly, when a Bullbo has the charge engaged, it shakes so violently that Link is only attached to the reins. Charging bullbos cannot jump and are more difficult to steer than Epona although the charge works for longer and is faster than Epona's. Just before sprinting, a Bullbo will stand on its hind legs and roar just like a horse rearing. When they are up to speed, they are impossible to stop when charging and only stop when they want to or when rammed into a wall. Finally, when sprinting, Bullbos can smash wooden fences and Bulblin Towers which are otherwise indestructible (Bulblin Towers can be broken with the use of the Ball and Chain). When spurred or attacked with a weapon, Bullbos will run off and eventually fall over but will get up to be ridden again. One unmountable and massive Bullbo is Lord Bullbo, the mount of King Bulblin.

Bullbos are also used for meat, as seen in the Gerudo Desert. A dead, hairless Bullbo is seen over a fire tied to a spit. If Link slashes the roast Bullbo, recovery hearts will appear, and repeated attacks will slash it open to reveal a Piece of Heart.

Spirit Tracks

Bullbos make a similar appearance in Spirit Tracks. They can be found following and ramming into Link's Spirit Train in areas of the Forest Realm, Snow Realm and Fire Realm. Some Bullbos are once again mounted on by Bulblins who fire Bomb Arrows. They can be defeated with two shots from the cannon.

Gallery

See Also


TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese Template:Japanese Bullbo
Federal Republic of Germany German Bullbo

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