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Zelda: Skyward Sword
How to Get the Wooden Shield: Location and How to Use
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This is a guide to getting the Wooden Shield in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (HD) for the Nintendo Switch. Read on to learn where to find Wooden Shield, as well as how to use it.
List of Contents
Wooden Shield Basic Information
| Wooden Shield | |
|---|---|
|
|
| Item Type | Shield |
| An easy-to-use light shield. It insulates from electricity but can burn and break easily, so treat it with care. | |
Wooden Shield Sell Price
Wooden Shield can be sold to Peatrice at the Item Check for 20 Rupees.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Wooden Shield | 20 |
Effective against electricity
Unlike the Iron Shield, Wooden Shield and its upgrades can withstand against electricity. This is recommended to use when you are exploring Lanayru Desert.
Ineffective against fire
The downside of Wooden Shields is that it will burn in contact with fire, or standing on extremely hot places. Your shield will rapidly burn and disintegrate if it does, leaving you defenseless.
It is recommended to use Iron Shields while exploring Eldin Volcano.
How to Get Wooden Shield
How to Obtain Wooden Shield
| Item | Unlock Condition |
|---|---|
|
Wooden Shield
|
・Given by Instructor Owlan for free ・Purchase from the Gear Shop for 50 Rupees. |
All Wooden Shield Upgrades
| Item | Required Materials |
|---|---|
 Banded Shield
|
・Wooden Shield
・Monster Claw x1 ・Jelly Blob x1 ・Amber Relic x2 ・Upgrade Price: 30 Rupees |
 Braced Shield
|
・Banded Shield
・Tumbleweed x2 ・Ornamental Skull x1 ・Monster Claw x2 ・Amber Relic x3 ・Upgrade Price: 50 Rupees |
How to Use Wooden Shield
Press and Hold the R Button
Hold down the R Button on the right Joy-Con to bring up the Pouch menu. Point the controller at the shield and let go of the R Button to equip it.
If done correctly, the shield will appear on Link's back.
Shake the Left Joy-Con or Press the Left Joystick to Block
Once you have the shield equipped, shake the left Joy-Con or press the left joystick to use the shield. You can use this maneuver to block or deflect enemy attacks.
How to Use Button and Motion Controls
Related Guides
| Items and Equipment | |
|---|---|
| Weapons | Equipment |
| Bottle Items | Medals |
| List of Upgrades | |
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