Why Link's Mirror Shield Is So Different In Majora's Mask
Link's Mirror Shield in Majora's Mask is one of the most striking and bizarre items throughout The Legend of Zelda series, and it is visually very different to every other iteration of the item. The Mirror Shield has appeared in six mainline games with six different appearances. In five of its appearances, the front of the shield appears mirrored with decorative detailing. However, in Majora's Mask, the shield features an anguished face with wide eyes and a mouth open in shock or despair.
The Mirror Shield is one of Legend of Zelda's classic items, appearing as far back as the original game that was released in 1986. It is obtained late in the games, and it unlocks the ability to reflect beams of light to solve puzzles or defeat enemies. However, it took on a slightly different look in Majora's Mask — one that reflected the themes of the game's story.
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The strangeness of the Mirror Shield in Majora's Mask matches the discomfort of the world of the game. The themes and tone of the game feature anxiety, despair, and anguish, and this is evident in items, locations, and characters throughout the world. As well as that, the shield appears visually similar to the main threat of the game: the Moon. This serves to reinforce the key imagery of the game in a constantly visual way.
Some of the most memorable aspects of Majora's Mask are the melancholy and discomfort it causes the player. For those who suffer from megalophobia, Majora's Mask could ruin Legend of Zelda's unique experience. The core mechanic of a time loop is designed to keep the player on their toes amidst the constant threat of the world's untimely demise. The imagery of the game focuses on
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