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|name = Mirror Shield
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|type = Equip
|image = [[File:GossipStoneSS.png|200px]]
 
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|image = [[File:MM3D Link Slash.png|275px]]
|caption = Gossip Stone from ''Skyward Sword''
 
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|caption = Artwork of Link with the Mirror Shield in<br>{{MM3D}}
|game = {{OoT}}<br>{{MM}}<br>{{TWW}}<br>{{PH}}<br>{{ST}}<br>{{SS}}
 
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|game = {{ALttP}}<br>{{LA}}<br>{{OoT}}<br>{{MM}}<br>{{OoA}}<br>{{OoS}}<br>{{TWW}}<br>{{TMC}}
|other = {{HW}}<br>[[The Legend of Zelda Zone|''Sonic Lost World]]
 
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|cost =
|uses = Reveals secret information
 
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|comp = [[Sheikah Stone]]
 
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|comp = [[Hylian Shield]]
 
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'''Gossip Stones''' are recurring objects in {{LZS|Series}}. They can tell time, reveal information, give helpful hints, and reveal the location of [[Treasure Chest]]s. Gossip Stones speak to [[Link]] by piercing into his mind.<ref>{{Cite|This statue's one-eyed gaze pierces into your mind...|Gossip Stone|OoT}}</ref>
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The '''Mirror Shield''' is a recurring [[Shield]] in {{LZS|Series}}. It is a powerful Shield that generally allows [[Link]] to reflect beams of [[Light Beam|light]] or magic from one place to another.
   
 
==Appearances==
 
==Appearances==
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===''A Link to the Past''===
[[File:GossipStone.png|left|90px]]
 
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[[File:MirrorShield.png|left]]
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In {{ALttP}}, the Mirror Shield is the third level Shield and is found in [[Turtle Rock (A Link to the Past)|Turtle Rock]]. It is better than the previous two shields, known for its ability to stop beams, such as those fired by [[Laser Eye]]s, and attacks from enemies such as [[Lynel]]s. It can outright reflect [[Wizzrobe]] projectiles. It cannot stop the beams of a [[Beamos]], however. It is particularly huge, with only half of Link's body being visible behind it during gameplay. It also cannot be stolen by [[Pikit]]s, but in the [[Game Boy Advance]] version of the game it can be eaten by [[Like Like]]s. Because of this, a shop in the [[Dark World]] will sell a replacement Mirror Shield if Link loses it in this version of the game.
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===''Link's Awakening''===
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[[File:LAmirrorshield.gif|left]]
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In {{LA}}, the Mirror Shield is found in [[Eagle's Tower]]. It is essential for getting to the last dungeon, [[Turtle Rock (Link's Awakening)|Turtle Rock]], as it is used to pass through the flamethrower trap in a tunnel on the way to the dungeon.
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===''Ocarina of Time''===
 
===''Ocarina of Time''===
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[[File:OoT3D Mirror Shield Icon.png|left|Mirror Shield sprite from ''Ocarina of Time 3D'']]
In {{OoT}}, if Link hits a Gossip Stone with his [[Sword]], it will show the current in-game time. If he speaks to a stone with the [[Mask of Truth]], it will reveal a secret. If Link sets a [[Bomb]] near a Gossip Stone, after exploding, the stone will flash blue and rocket to the sky. Likewise, these stones will spin around when exposed to [[Spells of Ocarina of Time#Din's Fire|Din's Fire]], and flatten out if hit by the [[Hammer#Megaton Hammer|Megaton Hammer]]. If Link plays "[[Zelda's Lullaby]]", the "[[Sun's Song]]," or the "[[Song of Storms]]" near a Gossip Stone, it will release a [[Fairy]].
 
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In {{OoT}}, the Mirror Shield is the final shield that Link acquires in his adventure. It is found in the [[Spirit Temple]] on a ledge that can only be reached after defeating an [[Iron Knuckle]] on the Adult Link portion of the temple. Unlike the [[Hylian Shield]], the Mirror Shield has a polished surface, allowing it to reflect light. This allows Link to solve the light puzzles in the dungeon. Otherwise, the Mirror Shield acts almost the same except for the fact that it destroys the projectiles spat at Link by [[Octorok]]s, [[Deku Scrub]]s, and [[Business Scrub]]s, instead of reflecting them. However, it can somewhat reflect one of [[Ganon]]dorf's light magic attacks.
   
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The Mirror Shield also plays an important part in defeating [[Twinrova]], the boss of the Spirit Temple. When [[Twinrova#Koume|Koume]] and [[Twinrova#Kotake|Kotake]] are separate, the Mirror Shield can be used to reflect - and in turn, direct to the other sister - the fire or ice beam that a sister will fire at Link. When in their combined form, the Mirror Shield can absorb Twinrova's energy, and after three of the same type of energy is absorbed, a beam of that element is fired which can stun Twinrova temporarily for a quick few slashes.
{{hide|header=Gossip Stones Secrets|content=
 
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'''In front of the [[Temple of Time]] (Right to Left).'''
 
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The original Mirror Shield had a star and a moon resembling the Islamic symbol, but this was changed in later releases to the [[Gerudo Symbol]] because of this resemblance.
:*"They say that [[Malon]] set the original record in the obstacle course of [[Lon Lon Ranch]]."
 
:*"They say that Malon of Lon Lon Ranch hopes a knight in shining armor will come and sweep her off her feet someday."
 
:*"They say that it is against the rules to use glasses at the [[Treasure Chest Game|Treasure Chest Shop]] in [[Hyrule Castle Town|Hyrule Castle Town Market]]."
 
:*"They say that [[Gerudo]]s sometimes come to Hyrule Castle Town to look for boyfriends."
 
'''After climbing up the vines at [[Hyrule Castle]].'''
 
:*"They say that if you get close to a butterfly while holding a [[Deku Stick]] in your hands, something good will happen."
 
'''[[Kokiri Forest]] in front of the [[Lost Woods]].'''
 
:*"They say that the small holes in the ground that you can find all over [[Hyrule]] make perfect breeding ground for bugs."
 
'''In the Lost Woods past the [[Skull Kid]].'''
 
:*"They say that when non-fairy folken enter the Lost Woods they become monsters!"
 
'''[[Sacred Forest Meadow]] (Front to Back).'''
 
:*"The owl named [[Kaepora Gaebora]] is the reincarnation of an ancient Sage."
 
:*"They say that strange owl, Kaepora Gaebora, may look big and heavy, but its character is rather light hearted."
 
'''Sacred Forest Meadow in front of the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]]'''
 
:*"They say it's possible to find a total of 100 [[Gold Skulltula]]s through out Hyrule."
 
'''In front of the [[Shadow Temple]].'''
 
:*"They say there is a secret near a tree in [[Kakariko Village]]."
 
'''[[Death Mountain]] while climbing to the peak.'''
 
:*"They say that [[Biggoron's Sword]] is super sharp and will never break."
 
'''[[Death Mountain Crater]] entering from the peak.'''
 
:*"They say [[Medigoron]] didn't really think about his own size, so his store is really cramped."
 
'''[[Lake Hylia]] near the Waterfall.'''
 
:*"They say that there is a secret on the road that leads to Lake Hylia."
 
'''Lake Hylia southeast corner behind the [[Fire Arrow]] Island
 
:*"They say that the [[Anju|Cucco Lady]] goes to the [[Lakeside Laboratory]] to study how to breed [[Ocarina of Time Trading Sequence#Pocket Cucco|pocket-sized Cuccos]]."
 
'''Lake Hylia on the far side up against the cliff.'''
 
:*"They say that [[Princess Ruto|Ruto]], the [[Zora]] princess who is known for her selfish nature, likes a certain boy."
 
'''[[Zora's Fountain]] close to the [[Zora's Domain]] entrance.'''
 
:*"They say that there is a secret near the lone tree which is not far from the river in the north west part of [[Hyrule Field]]."
 
'''Zora's Fountain in front of the [[Great Fairy Fountain|Great Fairy's Fountain]].'''
 
:*"They say that you can swim faster by continuously pressing B."
 
'''Zora's Domain in front of [[King Zora]].'''
 
:*"They say that players who select the "HOLD" option for "Z TARGETING" are real "Zelda players!""
 
'''[[Zora's River]] near the entrance to the [[Zora's Domain]].'''
 
:*"They say [[Princess Zelda]]'s nanny is actually one of the [[Sheikah]], many thought had died out."
 
'''In various holes through out [[Hyrule]].'''
 
:*"They say that the horse [[Ganon]]dorf rides is a solid black Gerudo stallion."
 
'''[[Zora's River]] on the highest point.'''
 
:*"They say that there is [[Running Man|a man]] who can always be found running around Hyrule Field."
 
'''Hyrule Field near Gerudo in a hole.'''
 
:*"They say that there is a switch that you can activate only by using the [[Spin Attack]]."
 
'''[[Gerudo Valley]] lower Waterfall.'''
 
:*"They say that the thief named [[Nabooru]], who haunts this area, is a [[Gerudo]]."
 
'''Closer to Hyrule Castle.'''
 
:*"They say that, contrary to her elegant image, [[Princess Zelda]] of Hyrule Castle is, in fact, a tomboy!"
 
'''In a hole near a tree near Hyrule Castle.'''
 
:*"They say that you may find something new in dungeons that you have already finished."
 
'''Near the [[Spirit Temple]] on the South side.'''
 
:*"They say that the treasure you can earn in the [[Gerudo Training Ground|Gerudo's Training Ground]] is not as great as you would expect, given its difficulty."
 
'''Inside the [[Goron City]] in the [[Boulder]] Room.'''
 
:*"They say that there is a secret around the entrance to Gerudo Valley."
 
'''On the Northwest side of the [[Great Deku Tree|Deku Tree]].'''
 
:*"They say [[Kokiri]] are always followed by small fairies."
 
'''On the Northeast side of the Great Deku Tree.'''
 
:*"They say that one Kokiri has left the forest, but he is still alive!"
 
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<center><gallery>
====''Ocarina of Time 3D''====
 
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File:Mirrorshield old.jpg
{{Main|Sheikah Stone}}
 
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File:Mirrorshield new.jpg
In {{OoT3D}}, beside Gossip Stones, a similar type of stones called [[Sheikah Stone]]s appear. Instead of telling the current time, Link can crawl inside these stones to trigger the [[Vision]]s selection screen.
 
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</gallery>'''Comparison of the two different versions of the Mirror Shield'''</center>
   
 
===''Majora's Mask''===
 
===''Majora's Mask''===
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[[File:MM3D Mirror Shield Icon.png|left]]
In {{MM}}, when a Gossip Stone is attacked by Link's sword, the screen will shake and the stone will make a high-pitched noise. It will then tell Link how many more hours remain until the [[Moon (Majora's Mask)|Moon]] crashes into [[Termina]]. If Link speaks the Gossip Stones scattered all over Termina using the Mask of Truth, they will give him information regarding certain people or places.
 
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In {{MM}}, the Mirror Shield appears depicted as a decagonal shield with a picture of an unhappy or screaming face upon it. It is found [[Beneath the Well]] after bargaining with several [[Gibdo]]s. It can reflect light, and is vital for progressing through the [[Ancient Castle of Ikana|Ikana Castle]] and solving the few light puzzles in the [[Stone Tower Temple]]. Light directed from the Mirror Shield also has the ability to instantly defeat [[:Category:Undead|undead]] enemies, such as [[Floormaster]]s and [[ReDead]]s. Like the previous Mirror Shield, it cannot deflect certain projectiles; however, unlike the previous game, it permanently replaces the [[Hero's Shield]]. Fortunately, it is more versatile than its old incarnation.
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===''Oracle'' series===
{{hide|header=Gossip Stones Secrets|content=
 
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[[File:Mirror Shield OOX.png|left]]
'''On the east side of [[Termina Field]] just north of eastern exit'''
 
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In the {{OoX}}, the Mirror Shield appears as the Level 3 Shield upgrade. It has a blue sprite and can only be obtained on a [[Linked Game]], via upgrading the shield through gameplay and using a password to upgrade it as well. These upgrades can be performed in either order, and it creates a "pair" with the [[Master Sword]] from these games. As in ''Ocarina of Time'', the Mirror Shield can block Twinrova's energy attacks, although it cannot reflect them, nor can it reflect anything else the other shields cannot. It is simply able to block things that the [[Iron Shield]] cannot.
:*"It seems that the [[Sakon's Hideout|hideout]] of [[Sakon]], the thief, is tucked away at the edge of [[Ikana Canyon]]."
 
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'''On the north side of Termina Field to the east of the exit'''
 
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Like the other shields in these games, the Mirror Shield can be eaten by Like Likes. However, once the shield has been upgraded to an Iron or Mirror Shield, shops will begin selling the current shield upgrade instead of the [[Wooden Shield]], allowing Link to purchase another one.
:*"[[Anju]], the woman at the inn, is known for being careless and frequently [[Link (Goron)#Majora's Mask|mixes up guests]]."
 
'''Western part of Termina Field, by a fountain'''
 
:*"The symbol of marriage, the [[Couple's Mask]] seems to have the power to calm and silence arguments."
 
'''In Termina Field, at the base of the tree by the [[Milk Road]] entrance'''
 
:*"It seems that you can become a [[Milk Bar#Majora's Mask|Milk Bar]] member if you do a [[Helping Romani and Cremia#Day 2|good deed at the ranch]]."
 
'''In Termina Field, at the base of the tree by the southern exit'''
 
:*"It seems that the [[Guay|crows]] that fly near the town walls are fond of musical instruments."
 
'''In Termina Field, within the fence that surrounds the [[Astral Observatory]]'''
 
:*"The [[postman]] puts his delivery schedule before everything else, but [[Special Delivery to Mama|priority mail]] is of even greater importance."
 
'''Termina Field, in any of the special four holes'''
 
:*"It seems the face of the slightly larger, strange stone changes when the [[Ocarina Transformations#Pipes of Awakening|pipes of awakening]] are played."
 
:*"It seems the face of the slightly larger, strange stone changes when the [[Ocarina Transformations#Drums of Sleep|drums of sleep]] are played."
 
:*"It seems the face of the slightly larger, strange stone changes when the [[Ocarina Transformations#Guitar of Waves|guitar of waves]] is played."
 
:*"It seems all the strange stones that are arranged in a row wish to be the same color."
 
'''Road to the [[Southern Swamp]]'''
 
:*"It seems the veranda door of the [[Clock Town|town's]] [[Stock Pot Inn]] has carelessly been left unlocked..."
 
'''Southern Swamp, behind potion shop'''
 
:*"The [[Swamp Tourist Center]] will not accept pictographs taken outside the swamp. But if you bring a pictograph of the [[Swamp Tourist Center Guide|guide's]] [[Tingle|son]], he'll give you [[Heart Container#Piece of Heart|something nice]]..."
 
'''Swamp Spider House'''
 
:*"The mask that can see into people's hearts and minds also seems to work on animals as well..."
 
'''Path to [[Mountain Village]], near the middle'''
 
:*"The [[Gold Dust]] won as the prize in the [[Goron Races]] in spring can be used by the [[Snowhead Blacksmiths|smithy]] to forge a [[Swords of Majora's Mask#Gilded Sword|sword]]. Or it can be sold to the smithy for 40 [[Rupee]]s, but the [[Curiosity Shop]] will buy it for 200 Rupees..."
 
'''Path to [[Darmani]]'s Grave, Mountain Village (Springtime)'''
 
:*"The [[Frog Choir|frogs]] that are supposed to gather in the mountain when spring arrives are elsewhere. You need [[Don Gero's Mask]] to bring them together. The frogs in [[Clock Town]], the swamp, [[Woodfall Temple]], and [[Great Bay Temple]] make four..."
 
'''In Mountain Village (Springtime), near the Frog Choir'''
 
:*"A small, lost [[Epona|horse]] seems to have been taken in by [[Romani Ranch]], south of town."
 
'''Milk Road'''
 
:*"The spirit of a [[Kamaro|charismatic dancer]] who died in Termina Field dances there night after night."
 
'''Romani Ranch, near the entrance'''
 
:*"It seems [[Keaton]], the ghost fox, plays tricks in the grass..."
 
'''Romani Ranch, at the base of a tree to the south'''
 
:*"The [[Bremen Mask|animal bandleader's mask]] seems to have the strange power of making young animals mature."
 
'''Romani Ranch, by the barn'''
 
:*"It seems the [[Kafei]], whose whereabouts are unknown, is awaiting a [[Anju#The Letter to Kafei|letter from Anju]]..."
 
'''Romani Ranch, in the [[Cucco]] Shack'''
 
:*"A torture device of insomnia called the [[All-Night Mask]] seems to be available at the [[Curiosity Shop]]..."
 
'''Romani Ranch, in the Doggy Racetrack'''
 
:*"It seems that drinking [[Chateau Romani]] makes your magic power last for three days..."
 
'''Great Bay, just past the Zora game'''
 
:*"To get [[Evan]] to listen to [[Mikau]] and [[Japas]]' song from their music session, you should not try demonstrating it as Mikau. It seems if you pose as someone unrelated to the band and begin playing it, you just might get him to lend an ear."
 
'''Great Bay, by the entrance to the Pirate's Fortress'''
 
:*"The reward for [[Romani]]'s nighttime assistant seems to be something that [[Empty Bottle|holds milk]]..."
 
'''Road to [[Ikana Canyon]]'''
 
:*"If you use the [[Lens of Truth]] near here and speak to the [[Shiro|man you find]]... you may earn a [[Stone Mask|mask]] that can enable you to blend into backgrounds and move about without being noticed."
 
'''Ikana Canyon, by the Ghost hut'''
 
:*"[[Pamela]], who lives in the [[Music Box House|music box house]], comes out every two minutes when the music box is playing. But it seems she will also come out if she hears a bomb explode..."
 
'''In Ikana Canyon, on the dock'''
 
:*"It seems the [[ReDead]]s that appear in [[Ikana Castle]] start dancing when the [[Captain's Hat]], [[Gibdo Mask]] or [[Garo's Mask]] are worn. But this does not change things much..."
 
'''In Ikana Canyon, across the ravine from Sakon's Hideout'''
 
:*"The [[Fierce Deity's Mask]], a mask that contains the merits of all masks seems to be... somewhere in this world..."
 
'''Odolwa Dungeon'''
 
:*"It seems the [[Gorman Brothers]] were using [[Garo's Mask]] for ill..."
 
:*"It seems [[Cremia]], the owner of [[Romani Ranch]], had [[Romani's Mask]]..."
 
:*"It seems the [[Gorman|leader of the Gorman Troupe]] had the [[Circus Leader's Mask]].."
 
:*"It seems the [[postman]] had the [[Postman's Hat]]..."
 
:*"It seems [[Kafei]] and [[Anju]] had the [[Couple's Mask]]..."
 
'''Goht Dungeon'''
 
:*"It seems [[Kamaro]], the spirit dancer, had [[Kamaro's Mask]]..."
 
:*"It seems [[Captain Skull Keeta|Skull Keeta]], Captain of the Skull Knights, had the [[Captain's Hat]]..."
 
:*"It seems the [[Gibdo Mask]] could fall from [[Pamela's Father]]'s cursed face..."
 
:*"It seems the hungry [[Goron]] was wearing [[Don Gero's Mask]]..."
 
:*"It seems the [[Great Fairy]] in [[Clock Town|town]] had the [[Great Fairy's Mask]]..."
 
'''Gyorg Dungeon'''
 
:*"It seems [[Shiro]], the unseen stone soldier, had the [[Stone Mask]]...
 
:*"It seems [[Guru-Guru]], the traveling musician, had the [[Bremen Mask]]...
 
:*"It seems the [[Old Lady from Bomb Shop|old woman with the Bomb Bag]] had the [[Blast Mask]]...
 
:*"It seems the [[Giant's Mask]] was dormant in [[Stone Tower Temple]]..."
 
:*"It seems the [[Deku Butler|Deku Scrub butler]] had the [[Mask of Scents]]..."
 
'''Twinmold Dungeon'''
 
:*"It seems the one cursed by the strange, sparkling gold spiders had the [[Mask of Truth]]...
 
:*"It seems his mother, [[Madame Aroma]], had [[Kafei's Mask]]..."
 
:*"It seems the [[All-Night Mask]] was being sold at the [[Curiosity Shop]]..."
 
:*"It seems [[Grog]] of the [[Romani Ranch#Cucco Shack|Cucco Shack]] had the [[Bunny Hood]]..."
 
:*"It seems the [[Curiosity Shop Guy|owner of the Curiosity Shop]] was keeping the [[Keaton Mask]]..."
 
}}
 
   
 
===''The Wind Waker''===
 
===''The Wind Waker''===
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[[File:Mirror Shield TWW.png|left|80px|The Mirror Shield as seen in game from The Wind Waker]]
[[File:Pirate's Charm.png|right|32px]]
 
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In {{TWW}}, the Mirror Shield is found in the [[Earth Temple (The Wind Waker)|Earth Temple]]. It is obtained by defeating three [[Stalfos]], the mini-bosses of the dungeon. It is the second, and final, shield and automatically replaces the [[Hero's Shield]] once obtained.
In {{TWW}}, Link is given the [[Pirate's Charm]] by [[Tetra]]. He uses it to communicate with Tetra and the [[King of Red Lions]]. It fulfills a similar purpose to the role played by [[Navi]] in ''Ocarina of Time''. It is revealed later on that the Pirate's Charm is actually an enhanced version of the Gossip Stone made by the [[Daphnes Nohansen Hyrule|King of Hyrule]] himself.<ref>{{Cite|That stone is an enhanced version of the Gossip Stones long spoken of in the legends of the Hyrulean Royal Family. I am the one who made it.|Daphnes Nohansen Hyrule|TWW}}</ref>
 
   
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As in previous games, it is required to solve light puzzles. It occasionally must be paired with another light beam to successfully solve a puzzle, usually by utilizing [[Medli's Harp]] as it acts much, if not the same, as the Mirror Shield does regarding light. Light that bounces off the Mirror Shield can also paralyze certain enemies in this game such as ReDeads, is the only way to solidify [[Poe]]s and thereby required to defeat [[Jalhalla]], and allows Dark ChuChus to be turned to stone.
===''Phantom Hourglass''===
 
[[File:Gossip Stone PH.png|left|75px]]
 
In {{PH}}, some Gossip Stones reveal hints that could become helpful later on.<ref>{{Cite|Boing-oing! The sand creatures devour whatever they find. So feed them bombs. Then you'll have a chance at survival!|Gossip Stone|PH}}</ref> Other Gossip Stones, specifically the ones in dungeons, reveal how many [[Treasure Chest]]s are left to discover. For a price of 20 [[Rupee]]s, the stones show where those Treasure Chests are located.<ref>{{Cite|The number of treasure chests left here...is... [var]! It'll cost you 20 Rupees to see where treasure lies.|Gossip Stone|PH}}</ref>
 
   
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The Mirror Shield can also cause certain stone statues to break and reflect light along a large network of mirrors, as seen in the Earth Temple. The ability to break stone statues is needed to carry on past Floor 31 of the [[Savage Labyrinth]]. Lastly, it proves invaluable in the final battle, during which Link uses it to reflect [[Princess Zelda|Zelda]]'s [[Light Arrow]]s onto [[Ganon]]dorf when he begins to dodge them, allowing the hero an opportunity to land the finishing blow.
On [[Harrow Island]], a Gossip Stone near the dock runs the [[Harrow Island#Digging Game|Digging Game]].
 
   
===''Spirit Tracks''===
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===''The Minish Cap''===
[[File:GossipStone ST.png|right]]
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[[File:MirrorShieldTMC.gif|left|40px]]
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After finishing {{TMC}}, Link can find [[Biggoron]] at the peak of [[Veil Falls]] and let him eat his shield. If Link returns later, Biggoron will give him the Mirror Shield as compensation. It allows Link to turn any projectile attacks into beams that shoot back at the enemy. The beam does not fire when hitting an enemy physically, thus acting as a standard shield. The design is the same as the Mirror Shield from ''The Wind Waker''.
In {{ST}}, Gossip Stones have a more feminine appearance. Normally, they are unresponsive even when hit, but if the "[[Song of Awakening]]" is played nearby, they will speak. Like in ''Phantom Hourglass'', Gossip Stones in dungeons reveal the amount of Treasure Chests on the floor they are currently in for a fee of 20 Rupees. Other Gossip Stones appear in several sanctuaries that reveal hints or other useful information. In [[Lost at Sea Station]], there is a Gossip Stone that allows Link to enter the temple located in said station.
 
   
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==Non-canon Appearances==
===''Skyward Sword''===
 
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{{Noncanon|start}}
[[File:Sheikah Stone SS.png|left|80px]]
 
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===''Soulcalibur II''===
In {{SS}}, Gossip Stones only appear when Link plays the [[Goddess Harp]] near a flock of [[Bug#Skyward Sword|Blessed Butterflies]]. Most of them will give Link advice and a [[Treasure#Skyward Sword|Treasure]] when he makes them appear. A certain Gossip Stone in [[Skyloft]], the "Moonlight Merchant", will sell Link rare Treasures for 100 or 200 Rupees, which is usually much easier than finding them while adventuring. It can be found inside [[Waterfall Cave]] at night, but only after completing the [[Silent Realm]] in Skyloft.
 
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In {{SCII}}, the Mirror Shield from ''Ocarina of Time'' is one of shields available to Link. Paired off with the Master Sword, the Mirror Shield can be bought in the Pollux Shop, Rigel Shop or the Aldebaran Shop for 2200 Gold while playing the Weapon Master Mode. Although Link's offense and defense stays the same when he equips this shield, all of the hits the young hero takes are counters, and 33% of damage received is inflicted back to the opponent.<ref>{{Cite|Reflects attacks, but may cause Link to lose balance|Shield description|Soulcalibur II}}</ref>
   
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A Sheikah Stone also appears in ''Skyward Sword'' near the [[Sparring Hall]] providing hints to Link.
 
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!In-game Description
! Item
 
! Reaction
 
 
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|[[File:Mirror Shield (SCII).png|80px]]
| Sword<br>[[Slingshot]]<br>[[Beetle (Item)|Beetle]]<br>Attack on a [[Loftwing]]
 
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|<center>2200 Gold</center>
| Bounce around
 
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|<center>Hits taken are counters</center>
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<center>33% of damage received is inflicted back onto opponent</center>
| Goddess's Harp
 
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|A mirror-like shield found in the [[Spirit Temple]]. It is an amazing work of art, and there are few who would argue that it is not one of the finest shields in Hyrule. It is said that its surface reflects not only light but hostile intent as well.
| Sway
 
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| Bomb
 
| Fly into the sky and explode
 
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| [[Gust Bellows]]
 
| Shrink
 
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| [[Whip]]
 
| Latch on and spin
 
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| [[Bow]] and [[Arrow]]
 
| Release a Green Rupee for every Arrow shot
 
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| [[Glittering Spores]]
 
| Shrink until it dissappears
 
 
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{| class=wikitable
 
|+ Moonlight Merchant
 
!Item
 
!Price
 
|-
 
| Blue Bird Feather
 
| 200
 
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| Golden Skull
 
| 200
 
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| Goddess Plume
 
| 200
 
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| Dusk Relic
 
| 100
 
|-
 
| Evil Crystal
 
| 100
 
|-
 
| Monster Horn
 
| 100
 
|}
 
 
==Other Appearances==
 
{{Noncanon|start}}
 
===''Ocarina of Time'' Manga===
 
In the extra child chapters of the {{manga|OoT}}, Link activates a Gossip Stone by hitting it, which reveals that [[Mido]] still wets his bed and that the Deku Tree is troubled that he cannot scratch his own back.
 
 
===''Hyrule Warriors''===
 
In {{HW}}, Gossip Stones appear in certain mission tiles on the [[Adventure Mode]] map. On map tiles with hidden enemies, the Gossip Stone must be revealed before the enemies appear and before the mission can be played. Using a Goddess Harp [[Item Card]] on a flock of [[Goddess Butterfly|Goddess Butterflies]] will make the stone appear, allowing the mission to be selected.
 
 
{{Noncanon|end}}
 
{{Noncanon|end}}
   
 
==Trivia==
 
==Trivia==
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*The Mirror Shield may be a direct reference to the {{ip|Mirror Shield}} of the ''{{ip|Kid Icarus (series)|Kid Icarus}}'' series, used by {{ip|Pit}} to defend against {{ip|Medusa}}'s eye beams. The Mirror Shield is first used in the ''Zelda'' series to similarly defend against [[Laser Eye]]s. The Mirror Shield in both series is likely a reference to the Greek myth of {{wp|Perseus}}, where he used a shield to reflect the image of {{wp|Medusa}} so he could avoid her gaze. The ''Kid Icarus'' series also includes Light Arrows, both items predating their appearance in ''Zelda'' games.
*In the German version of ''Ocarina of Time'', a Gossip Stone behind the Great Deku Tree says: "Man sagt, dass etwas Rätselhaftes passiert, wenn man während des Spiels den Resetknopf drückt." Which translates to "They say, something mysterious will happen, if one presses the reset button while playing."
 
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*The Mirror Shield also appears in ''{{wp|Kaeru no Tame ni Kane wa Naru}}''. {{LA}} borrows much from this game, including the game's engine and the cameo appearance of [[Richard]]. In this game, the shield is used to reflect a mammoth boss' image, causing it to hesitate and leave itself open to attack. The Mirror Shield is found in the Ice Cavern and is the strongest shield in the game. [[File:For The Frog The Bell Tolls - Mirror Shield.png]]
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*The [[Happy Mask Salesman]]'s backpack has a [[Mask]] in the shape of ''Majora's Mask'''s Mirror Shield.
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*In the {{CE}} version of ''Majora's Mask'', the Mirror Shield causes a slight graphical error. When reflecting light, a green and black stripe slowly slides across the light-ray every second or so. This is probably a result of incorrect emulation.
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*The Japanese Nintendo 64 release of ''Majora's Mask'' has another Mirror Shield in the game's programming as an unused item. It has a finished select icon and appears identical to what would later be the revised Mirror Shield of ''Ocarina of Time'', predating the GameCube edition. However, the use of this item crashes the game.
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*In ''The Wind Waker'', the Mirror Shield momentarily vanishes from Link's back during the cutscene after the final battle. It reappears following the end credits when he departs from [[Outset Island]].
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*The text in ''The Minish Cap'''s game cartridge implies that the Mirror Shield was originally sold in a store, presumably [[Stockwell's Shop|Stockwell]]'s, for 350 [[Rupee]]s.
   
 
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File:Gossip stone.png|Gossip Stone artwork from ''Ocarina of Time''
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File:Mirrorshieldlttp.png|Art of the Mirror Shield from ''A Link To the Past''
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File:Mirror Shield Sprite LttP.gif|The Mirror Shield on the subscreen of ''A Link to the Past''
File:GossipStoneOoT3D.png|Gossip Stone from ''Ocarina of Time 3D''
 
File:PH GossipStone01.png|Link with a Gossip Stone in ''Phantom Hourglass''
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File:LAMirrorShield.png|Art of the Mirror Shield from ''Link's Awakening''
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File:Ocarina Of Time - Mirror Shield.png|The original Mirror Shield in ''Ocarina of Time''
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File:Mirror Shield OoT.png|The original Mirror Shield from ''Ocarina of Time'' with the old Gerudo Symbol
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File:Mirror Shield Revised.png|The amended version of the shield from ''Ocarina of Time''
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File:MM Mirror Shield.png|Mirror Shield in ''Majora's Mask''
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File:Mirror Shield.png|The Mirror Shield artwork from ''The Wind Waker''
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File:Mirror Shield 2 (SCII).png|The Mirror Shield in ''Soulcalibur II''
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[[File:File:MM3D Link Slash.png.png|20x20px]] [[|]] The Mirror Shield is a recurring Shield in Template:LZS. It is a powerful Shield that generally allows Link to reflect beams of light or magic from one place to another.

Appearances

A Link to the Past

In A Link to the Past, the Mirror Shield is the third level Shield and is found in Turtle Rock. It is better than the previous two shields, known for its ability to stop beams, such as those fired by Laser Eyes, and attacks from enemies such as Lynels. It can outright reflect Wizzrobe projectiles. It cannot stop the beams of a Beamos, however. It is particularly huge, with only half of Link's body being visible behind it during gameplay. It also cannot be stolen by Pikits, but in the Game Boy Advance version of the game it can be eaten by Like Likes. Because of this, a shop in the Dark World will sell a replacement Mirror Shield if Link loses it in this version of the game.

Link's Awakening

In Link's Awakening, the Mirror Shield is found in Eagle's Tower. It is essential for getting to the last dungeon, Turtle Rock, as it is used to pass through the flamethrower trap in a tunnel on the way to the dungeon.

Ocarina of Time

Mirror Shield sprite from Ocarina of Time 3D

In Ocarina of Time, the Mirror Shield is the final shield that Link acquires in his adventure. It is found in the Spirit Temple on a ledge that can only be reached after defeating an Iron Knuckle on the Adult Link portion of the temple. Unlike the Hylian Shield, the Mirror Shield has a polished surface, allowing it to reflect light. This allows Link to solve the light puzzles in the dungeon. Otherwise, the Mirror Shield acts almost the same except for the fact that it destroys the projectiles spat at Link by Octoroks, Deku Scrubs, and Business Scrubs, instead of reflecting them. However, it can somewhat reflect one of Ganondorf's light magic attacks.

The Mirror Shield also plays an important part in defeating Twinrova, the boss of the Spirit Temple. When Koume and Kotake are separate, the Mirror Shield can be used to reflect - and in turn, direct to the other sister - the fire or ice beam that a sister will fire at Link. When in their combined form, the Mirror Shield can absorb Twinrova's energy, and after three of the same type of energy is absorbed, a beam of that element is fired which can stun Twinrova temporarily for a quick few slashes.

The original Mirror Shield had a star and a moon resembling the Islamic symbol, but this was changed in later releases to the Gerudo Symbol because of this resemblance.

Comparison of the two different versions of the Mirror Shield

Majora's Mask

MM3D Mirror Shield Icon

In Majora's Mask, the Mirror Shield appears depicted as a decagonal shield with a picture of an unhappy or screaming face upon it. It is found Beneath the Well after bargaining with several Gibdos. It can reflect light, and is vital for progressing through the Ikana Castle and solving the few light puzzles in the Stone Tower Temple. Light directed from the Mirror Shield also has the ability to instantly defeat undead enemies, such as Floormasters and ReDeads. Like the previous Mirror Shield, it cannot deflect certain projectiles; however, unlike the previous game, it permanently replaces the Hero's Shield. Fortunately, it is more versatile than its old incarnation.

Oracle series

In the Template:OoX, the Mirror Shield appears as the Level 3 Shield upgrade. It has a blue sprite and can only be obtained on a Linked Game, via upgrading the shield through gameplay and using a password to upgrade it as well. These upgrades can be performed in either order, and it creates a "pair" with the Master Sword from these games. As in Ocarina of Time, the Mirror Shield can block Twinrova's energy attacks, although it cannot reflect them, nor can it reflect anything else the other shields cannot. It is simply able to block things that the Iron Shield cannot.

Like the other shields in these games, the Mirror Shield can be eaten by Like Likes. However, once the shield has been upgraded to an Iron or Mirror Shield, shops will begin selling the current shield upgrade instead of the Wooden Shield, allowing Link to purchase another one.

The Wind Waker

The Mirror Shield as seen in game from The Wind Waker

In The Wind Waker, the Mirror Shield is found in the Earth Temple. It is obtained by defeating three Stalfos, the mini-bosses of the dungeon. It is the second, and final, shield and automatically replaces the Hero's Shield once obtained.

As in previous games, it is required to solve light puzzles. It occasionally must be paired with another light beam to successfully solve a puzzle, usually by utilizing Medli's Harp as it acts much, if not the same, as the Mirror Shield does regarding light. Light that bounces off the Mirror Shield can also paralyze certain enemies in this game such as ReDeads, is the only way to solidify Poes and thereby required to defeat Jalhalla, and allows Dark ChuChus to be turned to stone.

The Mirror Shield can also cause certain stone statues to break and reflect light along a large network of mirrors, as seen in the Earth Temple. The ability to break stone statues is needed to carry on past Floor 31 of the Savage Labyrinth. Lastly, it proves invaluable in the final battle, during which Link uses it to reflect Zelda's Light Arrows onto Ganondorf when he begins to dodge them, allowing the hero an opportunity to land the finishing blow.

The Minish Cap

After finishing The Minish Cap, Link can find Biggoron at the peak of Veil Falls and let him eat his shield. If Link returns later, Biggoron will give him the Mirror Shield as compensation. It allows Link to turn any projectile attacks into beams that shoot back at the enemy. The beam does not fire when hitting an enemy physically, thus acting as a standard shield. The design is the same as the Mirror Shield from The Wind Waker.

Non-canon Appearances

Soulcalibur II

In SoulCalibur II, the Mirror Shield from Ocarina of Time is one of shields available to Link. Paired off with the Master Sword, the Mirror Shield can be bought in the Pollux Shop, Rigel Shop or the Aldebaran Shop for 2200 Gold while playing the Weapon Master Mode. Although Link's offense and defense stays the same when he equips this shield, all of the hits the young hero takes are counters, and 33% of damage received is inflicted back to the opponent.[1]

Image Cost Attributes In-game Description
File:Mirror Shield (SCII).png
2200 Gold
Hits taken are counters
33% of damage received is inflicted back onto opponent
A mirror-like shield found in the Spirit Temple. It is an amazing work of art, and there are few who would argue that it is not one of the finest shields in Hyrule. It is said that its surface reflects not only light but hostile intent as well.

Trivia

  • The Mirror Shield may be a direct reference to the Mirror Shield of the Kid Icarus series, used by Pit to defend against Medusa's eye beams. The Mirror Shield is first used in the Zelda series to similarly defend against Laser Eyes. The Mirror Shield in both series is likely a reference to the Greek myth of Perseus, where he used a shield to reflect the image of Medusa so he could avoid her gaze. The Kid Icarus series also includes Light Arrows, both items predating their appearance in Zelda games.
  • The Mirror Shield also appears in Kaeru no Tame ni Kane wa Naru. Link's Awakening borrows much from this game, including the game's engine and the cameo appearance of Richard. In this game, the shield is used to reflect a mammoth boss' image, causing it to hesitate and leave itself open to attack. The Mirror Shield is found in the Ice Cavern and is the strongest shield in the game. For The Frog The Bell Tolls - Mirror Shield
  • The Happy Mask Salesman's backpack has a Mask in the shape of Majora's Mask's Mirror Shield.
  • In the Collector's Edition version of Majora's Mask, the Mirror Shield causes a slight graphical error. When reflecting light, a green and black stripe slowly slides across the light-ray every second or so. This is probably a result of incorrect emulation.
  • The Japanese Nintendo 64 release of Majora's Mask has another Mirror Shield in the game's programming as an unused item. It has a finished select icon and appears identical to what would later be the revised Mirror Shield of Ocarina of Time, predating the GameCube edition. However, the use of this item crashes the game.
  • In The Wind Waker, the Mirror Shield momentarily vanishes from Link's back during the cutscene after the final battle. It reappears following the end credits when he departs from Outset Island.
  • The text in The Minish Cap's game cartridge implies that the Mirror Shield was originally sold in a store, presumably Stockwell's, for 350 Rupees.

Gallery

References

  1. "Reflects attacks, but may cause Link to lose balance" — Shield description (Soulcalibur II)


TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese Template:Japanese Mirror Shield
French-speaking countries French Bouclier Miroir
Bouclier-Reflet Template:ExpGame
Mirror Shield
Canada FrenchCA Bouclier miroir Template:ExpGame Mirror shield
Federal Republic of Germany German Spiegel-Schild
Italian Republic Italian Scudo Specchio Mirror Shield
Spanish-speaking countries Spanish Escudo Espejo Mirror Shield
Community of Latin American and Caribbean States SpanishLA Escudo espejo Template:ExpGame Mirror shield

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