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This is a guide to getting the Braced Shield in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (HD) for the Nintendo Switch. Read on to learn where to find Braced Shield, as well as how to use it.
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| Braced Shield | |
|---|---|
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| Item Type | Shield |
| The most durable type of wooden shield. It insulates against electricity but still catches fire easily. | |
Braced Shield can be sold to Peatrice at the Item Check for 100 Rupees.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Braced Shield | 100 |
Unlike the Iron Shield, Wooden Shield and its upgrades can withstand against electricity. This is recommended to use when you are exploring Lanayru Desert.
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.
Braced Shield can be obtained after upgrading it with the necessary materials.
See the table below to learn which materials are needed to obtain the Braced Shield.
| Item | Required Materials |
|---|---|
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Braced Shield
|
・Banded Shield
・Tumbleweed x2 ・Ornamental Skull x1 ・Monster Claw x2 ・Amber Relic x3 |
| Item | Required Materials |
|---|---|
 Banded Shield
|
・Wooden Shield
・Monster Claw x1 ・Jelly Blob x1 ・Amber Relic x2 ・Upgrade Price: 30 Rupees |
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Braced Shield
|
・Banded Shield
・Tumbleweed x2 ・Ornamental Skull x1 ・Monster Claw x2 ・Amber Relic x3 ・Upgrade Price: 50 Rupees |
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.
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
| Items and Equipment | |
|---|---|
| Weapons | Equipment |
| Bottle Items | Medals |
| List of Upgrades | |
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