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Zelda: Skyward Sword
How to Get the Banded Shield: Location and How to Use
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This is a guide to getting the Banded Shield in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (HD) for the Nintendo Switch. Read on to learn where to find Banded Shield, as well as how to use it.
List of Contents
Banded Shield Basic Information
| Banded Shield | |
|---|---|
|
|
| Item Type | Shield |
| An upgraded, sturdier wooden shield. It insulates against electricty but easily catches fire when exposed to flame. | |
Banded Shield Sell Price
Banded Shield can be sold to Peatrice at the Item Check for 50 Rupees.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Banded Shield | 50 |
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 Banded Shield
Upgrade Using Materials
Banded Shield can be obtained after upgrading it with the necessary materials.
See the table below to learn which materials are needed to obtain the Banded Shield.
| Item | Required Materials |
|---|---|
|
Banded Shield
|
・Wooden Shield
・Monster Claw x1 ・Jelly Blob x1 ・Amber Relic x2 |
All Banded 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 Banded 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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