Enemies

Angler Fries

Angler Fries

These hatchlings of the big Angler Fish shouldn't cause you any trouble. It's the big fry you have to worry about.

Anti-Kirby

Anti-Kirby

These must be Kirby's evil twins. Their vacuum-like attack sucks up heroes and everything, but you can fight your way out into fresh air.

Armos

Arm Mimic

Don't sneak up on this Mimic with the cocked arms. Use the Dash Attack to bowl him over.

Armos

Armos

These guards in the Face Shrine come to life only when disturbed. Another enemy commonly found throughout the Zelda series. They can be defeated with bombs or arrows.

Beetle

Beetle

These enemies can be found wandering the land, more often in Ukuku Prarie. Use your Shield to flip these beasts and then kill them with your Sword.

Big Keese

Big Keese

The Grim Creeper controls the six Bats at once. Destroy all of them before any of them flies away. If one escapes, you must defeat all six again.

Big Keese

Bloopers

Like most of the denizens of the deep in the game, these Bloopers are easy to defeat. Just use your Sword as you're swimming.

Bomber

Bombers

They look like flying mushrooms, but they drop bombs and are tough to destroy. use your Whirling Blade Attack and your Shield for protection.

Bombites

Bombites

There are two types of Bombite. One counts down from three before it explodes. The other ricochets around the room, then blows up. Avoid both.

Boo Buddies

Boo Buddies

Another escappe from Super Mario World, the Boo Buddies can be destroyed once you turn on the lights.

Buzz Blob

Buzz Blob

These guys will electrocute you with enough volts to light a small town, if you hit them directly with your sword. Use arrows, bombs, or magic powder to get rid of these beasts.

Cheep Cheeps

Cheep Cheeps

These finny fiends jump out of the water and attack in the side-scrolling areas. They're easy to avoid or defeat with the Sword.

Crow

Crow

When a Crow swoops out of a tree, it seems formidable. Just stand your ground and use your Sword to best these annoying birds.

Cukeman

Cukeman

These guys will electrocute you if you attack it directly with your sword. He also delivers nonsensical messages if you try talking to him. Use arrows or bombs to easily destroy them.

Fish

Fish

These fish have an appetite for heroes. Luckily, they have the brains of a fish. Use your Sword to finish them off.

Flying Octorok

Flying Octorok

These octorok take off flying when you try to attack it with your sword. They will fire rocks like any normal Octorok. Wait for them to land before destroying them with your sword.

Gels

Gels

Gels pop out of the ground and come after Link. If you hit them once, they'll split in two. Use your Sword to defeat them all.

Ghini

Ghini

You can find these ghosts in the graveyards. Like in the original Legend of Zelda, touch a tombstone and they will appear. Defeat them with your sword.

Giant Ghini

Giant Ghini

This ectoplasmic monster appears only from certain tombstones when you touch them. Like it's smaller variant, defeat it with your sword.

Gibdo

Gibdos

Gibdos are mummies that hide in the dark corners of dungeons. They may seem creepy, but you can defeat them with little effort.

Crow

Giant Goponga Flower

These king sized cabbages shoot poisonous spoors and can be found in the swamps. Bring BowWow to feast on these pernicious plants or use the Magic Rod or Hookshot to defeat it.

Goomba

Goomba

What's a Mario character doing in a Zelda game? Getting skewered instead of stomped, apparently, because they are an easy target for your Sword.

Goponga Flower

Goponga Flower

Only BowWow likes these animated plates. If you have BowWow, he'll gobble them right up. You can also use the Hook Shot or Magic Rod later in the game to destroy them.

Hardhat Beetles

Hardhat Beetles

They always appear near a hole, which is lucky because the only way to get rid of them is to hit them enough times to knock them into a hole.

Iron Masks

Iron Masks

A face-off with these creatures will go poorly for Link. Try to hit them in their backside. Once you have the Hook Shot, you can snatch their masks and defeat them easily.

Keese

Keese

These bat-like creatures often hide along the walls of a tunnel. When you're near, they swoop at you. Keep a close watch and have your Sword ready.

Leever

Leever

Leevers live deep in the sand and attack by drilling up into the air. Attack with your Sword and protect yourself from them with the Shield.

Like Like

Like Like

These huge, pulsating thieves can be found all around the land. They will stick out their long tongue to steal items from you, including your shield! Use your Sword to win back your shield.

Mad Bomber

Mad Bomber

This fellow is found east of the walls of Kanalet Castle. You must anticipate which hole he'll appear in, then whack him with your Sword.

Masked Mimics

Masked Mimics

These shyguy-looking enemies wear masks and match your movements precisely. Use Bombs, the Whirling Blade, or Dash Attack to catch them suddenly.

Mini Moldorms

Mini Moldorms

Not nearly as fierce as his big brother, the Mini Moldorm is susceptible to the Whirling Blade Attack if you plant yourself in one place.

Monkey

Monkey

This guy can be found in the palm trees on the beach and they will hurl coconuts at you from the treetops. If you have the Pegasus Boots, dash against the tree to knock him out of it.

Mutt

Mutt

This little dog found in Mabe Village with chomp your ankle if you hit him. The lesson here is not to hit him. Be nice to domesticated animals.

Octorok

Octorok

These common enemies can be found in the waters on the land. They will emerge to fire rocks at you through their snouts. Use the Shield to block the rocks then attack with the Sword.

Pairodds

Pairodds

The Pairodd disappears in a flash and reappears somewhere else in the room. Use the Boots to Dash Attack it. They usually appear in pairs.

Peahats

Peahats

These whirling plants float through the air, then settle to the ground to rest for a moment. Strike when they are resting on the ground.

Pig Warriors

Pig Warriors

These fierce porkers are related to Moblins. Be prepared for them with Shield and Sword. A spinning attack will knock them out.

Pig Warriors

Pincers

These opportunistic creatures live in holes. When you draw near, they extend their long necks and try to take a bite out of you. Use your Sword to kill them.

Pig Warriors

Pirahna Plants

Just as in a Mario game, the Piranha Plant is vulnerable only when it sticks its blossom out of the pipe. That's when you attack with your Sword.

Pokey

Pokey

The Yarna Desert is home to this prickly cactus straight out of Super Mario Bros 2. It's weakest point is its head, so keep hitting it with your sword to chop it down to size so you can reach its top.

Pols Voice

Pols Voice

They might look like mere bunnies, but Pols Voices are fierce and cruel fiends. Smash them with pots, shoot them with Arrows, or use the Ocarina to get rid of them.

Ravens

Ravens

Close relatives of the Crows, these birds live in the mountains and attack when they spot you. Use your Sword to defeat them.

Sand Crab

Sand Crab

These can be found on the shores of the beach. They will scurry along sideways and they can move fast, but are no match for a hero with a sharp blade.

Sea Urchin

Sea Urchin

These spiny fellows are also found near the shores. They aren't much of a threat. You can push them with your shield or hit them with your Sword.

Shrouded Stalfos

Shrouded Stalfos

This skeleton jumps about and often throws bones at you. It's easy to dispatch it with a Sword attack. Try to pin it into a corner to get enough hits.

Shrouded Stalfos

Snake Ropes

These snakery fellows are another of the minor enemies that shouldn't give you much trouble as long as you're aware of their presence.

Soldier

Soldier

The study yeomen of Kanalet are well armed but slow. A quick-moving Link can take them on with his Sword and Shield.

Spark

Spark

These fast-moving entities zip along the outlines of blocks or walls. Use your Boomerang or simply dodge them.

Spiked Beetle

Spiked Beetle

This relation to the Spiny Beetle is just as tough. Once again, flip it with your Shield and then use your Sword. Later, use the Hook Shot.

Spiny Beetle

Spiny Beetle

More dangerous than their smooth relatives, the Spiny Beetles will hide under rocks, bushes, and various other things and wait for Link to draw close to attack. You can also defeat these by flipping them with your Shield and then attacking with your Sword.

Stalfos

Stalfos

Some of them jump while other throw bones at you, but the Stalfos are predictable and you can beat them easily with your Sword.

Stars

Stars

These minor enemies whirl around the room, but they are weak and you can defeat them easily with your Sword.

Sword Moblin

Sword Moblin

Sword Moblins are one of the most common enemies in the forests and mountains of Koholint. Fight with them with your Sword and Shield.

Sword Stalfos

Sword Stalfos

These skeletons come equipped with swords and shields. Defend with your Shield while attacking with your Sword.

Tektite

Tektite

Tektites are giant, hopping spides often found in the eastern regions of Koholint. One of the more frequent enemies found in Zelda games. Simply smite them with your Sword.

Three-Of-A-Kinds

Three-Of-A-Kinds

Hit each of these card creatures to stop the display on a suit: Hearts, Clubs, Diamonds, or Spades. Match all three to defeat the trio.

Vacuum Mouths

Vacuum Mouths

This traps tries to suck you in. Use your Sword and the Pegasus Boots and blast it with a Dash Attack.

Winged Demons

Winged Demons

These fiends show up out of the blue and swoop down on your with a vicious attack. The best weapon to use on them is the Hook Shot.

Wizzrobe

Wizzrobe

These evil wizards fire potent rays. Destroy them with Bombs when they appear. Arrows are less effective, but the Hook Shot works well.

Zolas

Zolas

These guys are found in the waters and will spit fireballs at you. You can usually never reach them to attack with your sword. Either avoid it, or attack with your arrows.

Zombie

Zombies

In the neighborhood of the cemetary, these ghouls rise from the path and attack you. They're easy to defeat, but will keep appearing over and over.