In Link's Awakening DX, the Photographer will take a Photograph of the first time Link Steals something from the Shop, which means that Stealing is necessary in order to complete The Travels of Link.
Stealing
(Redirected from Thievery)
Stealing is a recurring ability in The Legend of Zelda series.
Names in the American English canon
| Name | Stealing |
|---|---|
| Appearance(s) |
| Name | Appearance(s) |
|---|---|
Stealing |
For terminology in other regions, see § Nomenclature below.
Overview
Link's Awakening
In Link's Awakening, once Link retrieves his Sword on Toronbo Shores, he can Steal from the Town Tool Shop.[note 1] It is possible to Steal any Item in the Shop by simply Lifting it up and Walking out the door while the Town Tool Shopkeeper is not looking at the door, this can generally be achieved by moving behind him before exiting the Shop.[2] Stealing an Item from the Shop causes Link's name to be replaced by "THIEF" and he will be called as such by every Character for the remainder of his journey. Additionally, if Link re-enters the Shop after Stealing, the Shopkeeper will exact his revenge by firing an electric attack that will defeat him.[3]
The following section is not part of the Zelda canon and should not be taken as such.
The Wind Waker
In The Wind Waker, Link can filch an enemy's treasure using the Grappling Hook.[4] Stealing from enemies that drop specific spoils is a reliable method of obtaining the spoil, as opposed to killing the enemy right away and having it only drop the spoil occasionally. Link can continually loot one single enemy to obtain pickups such as Bombs, Hearts, Magic Jars, and small amounts of Rupees until the enemy no longer has anything to be looted.
| Enemy | Item |
|---|---|
| Bokoblin | Joy Pendant |
| Boko Baba | Boko Baba Seed |
| ChuChu | Chu Jelly |
| Darknut | Knight's Crest |
| Moblin | Skull Necklace |
| Kargaroc | Golden Feather |
| Peahat | |
| Winged Mothulas |
Link can only steal from Darknuts if their head is exposed. If they have a shield, they may also use it to block the Grappling Hook. The green Bokoblins use their shields in the same manner once Link has stolen their Joy Pendant. Stealing can be used as a battle strategy against the slow-witted Moblins. They are momentarily caught off-guard when they see their Skull Necklace disappear from around their necks, giving Link an opportunity to strike.
Twilight Princess
In Twilight Princess, after scooping the necessary refills in a Bottle in Trill's Shop in Faron Woods, Link is expected to pay for his refill near Trill in a box he provides. If Link leaves without paying, the bird will label Link as a "thief" and peck him every time he enters his store.[5] Link can come back to the store anytime and scoop Trill's wares without payment, however, the bird will stop pecking Link when he finally pays for what he took. Link can avoid this by paying a single Rupee, but Trill will call him stingy and ask that he pay full price next time.[6][7]
At the very beginning of Twilight Princess, after Wolf Link escapes from the Twilight in Hyrule Castle, Midna has him steal the Ordon Sword and Shield from his hometown, Ordon Village. When he approaches the village, Hanch, acting as a sentry, will send a Hawk after him if he is spotted.[8] After scaring Hanch away by creeping up behind him, Wolf Link must break into Rusl and Jaggle's homes to steal the sword and shield, respectively. These weapons are later used by Link once he recovers his original form. This is one of the only occasions in the series where stealing is essential to the progression of the game and it not optional. It is also the only occasion where Link is not stealing directly for his own benefit; Midna coerces him into doing it.[9]
Skyward Sword
In Skyward Sword, Link can filch an enemy's treasure using the Whip. One Bokoblin must be robbed of a Small Key in order to complete the Ancient Cistern.
Trivia
- In Ocarina of Time, when the Gerudo at the Horseback Archery Range sees Epona, she assumes that Link stole her.[10]
Notes
- ↑ Until Link retrieves his Sword, the Shopkeeper will not look away from the door, making Stealing impossible until then. This was most likely done to prevent Stealing important Items such as Bombs or the Bow that would allow progress on Koholint Island without first acquiring the Sword.
References
- ↑ The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening DX—Prima's Official Strategy Guide, Prima Games, pg. 7
- ↑
Guess what? You got it for free. Are you proud of yourself?
— Town Tool Shopkeeper (Link's Awakening DX) - ↑
I wasn't kidding when I said pay! Now, you'll pay the ultimate price!
— Shopkeeper (Link's Awakening) - ↑
I hear you can throw that thing at monsters and use it to grab treasure they've hidden in their pockets. Talk about cool.
— Fishman (The Wind Waker) - ↑
Hey! THIEF! STOP!
— Trill (Twilight Princess) - ↑
Pfft! Stingy! Cheap!
— Trill (Twilight Princess) - ↑
...Pay like you're supposed to next time, you cheapskate...
— Trill (Twilight Princess) - ↑
Sera's husband, Hanch, will see you from the bluff near the shop as you skulk about town, and he'll attempt to sic the falcon on you.
(The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess—The Official Nintendo Player's Guide, Nintendo of America, pg. 40) - ↑
So you really have no choice but to do what I say. [...] Right now, I want a sword and shield that'll suit me. You do understand me, don't you? Eee hee hee!
— Midna (Twilight Princess) - ↑
Hey newcomer, you have a fine horse! I don't know where you stole it from, but...
— Gerudo (Ocarina of Time)