Shields

Shields are an item that allow Link to block projectiles directly in front of him. There are 3 different shields: The Small Shield (which Link starts with in The Legend of Zelda), which blocks rocks, arrows and boomerangs, the Magic Shield (which can be bought in shops in The Legend of Zelda), which blocks fireballs, swords and magic, but can be eaten by Like Likes, and the Mirror Shield (which originates from Link to the Past), which blocks flames and reflects fireballs and magic. In later Zelda games like Link to the Past, small shields can also be eaten by enemies, leaving Link unable to block any projectiles.

For shield customization in the 2.50 item editor, see the shield attributes list.

Item: Shield 1 (Small)
In The Legend of Zelda:	Yes
Level:	1
Item Class Properties:	Block Flags: 7
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Hearts Required:	0
Magic Cost:	0
Flags:	Equipment Item
In the Legend of Zelda, Link starts with this shield and it cannot be lost. In later Zelda games however, this shield can be eaten by certain enemies. It can only block rocks, arrows, and boomerangs.

Item: Shield 2 (Magic)
In The Legend of Zelda:	Yes
Level:	2
Item Class Properties:	Block Flags: 63
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Flags:	Equipment Item Can be Eaten By Enemies
This shield blocks fireballs, swords, and magic, but this shield can be eaten by enemies that eat equipment.

Item: Shield 3 (Mirror)
In The Legend of Zelda:	No
Level:	3
Item Class Properties:	Block Flags: 127 Reflect Flags: 40
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Hearts Required:	0
Magic Cost:	0
Flags:	Equipment Item
This shield reflects magic and fireballs and blocks flames. This item originates from The Legend Of Zelda: A Link to the Past.