Does Link's shield break?

Yes, the Hylian Shield does break in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, but it has extremely high durability, making it the strongest shield in the game, and if it breaks, you can repurchase or repair it. Its immense durability means it can withstand hundreds of hits, though powerful attacks from Guardians or other strong enemies can eventually deplete it, especially if already damaged.
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Can Link's Shield break?

Unlike other Shields in the game or its previous appearances, this Hylian Shield is imbued with heroic power, making it indestructible, with its durability bar permanently filled with a glowing blue color to signify this.
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How long does the Hylian Shield last?

The Hylian Shield in Zelda: Breath of the Wild & Tears of the Kingdom is incredibly durable with a base 800 durability, making it the strongest shield, but it can break; it can be repaired and upgraded (up to 1160 durability with bonuses), and a replacement is available from Granté in Tarrey Town if it shatters, especially after receiving Durability Up/Guard Up+ modifiers.
 
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Is there a shield that doesn't break in BOTW?

In Zelda: Breath of the Wild (BotW), there's no truly unbreakable shield, but the Hylian Shield is the closest, offering extremely high durability (800) and defense (90). It's found in Hyrule Castle Lockup, but if it breaks, you can buy a replacement from Granté in Tarrey Town for 3,000 rupees after completing the "From the Ground Up" quest. Other "unbreakable" items are Champion weapons (Lightscale Trident, etc.), which can be reforged by specific NPCs after breaking. 
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What happens if your Hylian Shield breaks in BOTW?

Slight Spoiler* Once you break it you can go to Grante in Tarrey Town after completing the quest “From The Ground Up” and he will sell one for 3000 rupees.
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Link can INSTANTLY break a Shield

What is the strongest shield in BotW?

The best shield in Breath of the Wild depends on your goal: the Hylian Shield is unmatched for overall durability and defense (90), found in Hyrule Castle, while the Ancient Shield is great for Guardian Beam deflection. For shield surfing, the Radiant Shield offers the best speed/friction, though it breaks quickly, making the Hylian Shield better for long surfing sessions.
 
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What's the strongest weapon in BOTW?

The "best" weapon in Breath of the Wild depends on the situation, but Savage Lynel Weapons (especially the Crusher/Sword) offer the highest raw damage, while the Master Sword (awakened) provides infinite durability and great power against Ganon-related foes, making it the best all-around sword. For versatility and utility, elemental weapons like the Great Flameblade are excellent for environmental tasks, and Ancient Weapons are crucial for Guardian fights.
 
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Is there a royal shield in BOTW?

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Chief among metal Shield are the Royal Shield, whose Durability and defensive power outshine many others. Before the Great Calamity, these Shields were issued to the immediate guard detail of the Royal Family of Hyrule.
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Is ancient shield worth it in BotW?

The base defense strength of Ancient Shields is 70, same as the Royal Guard's Shield, though with superior Durability as well as its automatic laser deflect function. They are also superior to the Guardian Shield++ in both defense strength and Durability.
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What shield has the most durability in BOTW?

The Hylian Shield has the highest base durability in Breath of the Wild (BotW) with 800 points, far exceeding other shields, and can even reach 1,160 with upgrades, making it the best for general use and durability, though it's found in Hyrule Castle and can be repurchased in Tarrey Town if it breaks. For utility like shield surfing, other shields like the Ancient Shield or Radiant Shield might be preferred, but the Hylian Shield's sheer longevity is unmatched.
 
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What is Link's Shield called?

Link's most iconic shield is called the Hylian Shield, a legendary piece of equipment known for its incredible strength, durability, and ability to deflect magical attacks, often found in The Legend of Zelda series. While he starts with simpler wooden shields, the Hylian Shield is his signature, appearing as a powerful upgrade, notably in games like Breath of the Wild, Ocarina of Time, and A Link to the Past.
 
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Is Link's sword unbreakable?

The durability of the Master Sword varies from game to game, but in many instances, it is depicted as a powerful and durable weapon. In Breath of the Wild, for example, the Master Sword has a unique mechanic where it loses durability over time, but it cannot be broken or lost.
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What is Link's weakness?

However, Link has several weaknesses. He is on the slower side of the spectrum, so he struggles to keep up with faster characters who can get around his projectiles. Link's sword moves also have rather sluggish frame data, which can cause him to be overwhelmed by faster moves.
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Why is Link's Shield different in Majora's Mask?

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The Hero's Shield is permanently replaced by the Mirror Shield once Link obtains it in Beneath the Well.
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What is the rarest thing in BotW?

The rarest items in Breath of the Wild often involve specific, hard-to-find materials like Big Hearty Radishes, Smotherwing Butterflies, Endura Carrots, and Star Fragments, but truly unique finds include the glitchy Ice Cream Cone, missable Secret Seashells, specific rare armor pieces like the Flamebreaker Armor (requiring Smotherwings), and certain high-end Lynel weapons that can be lost forever, plus the powerful Bow of Light (limited use) and Master Sword, with some players considering Giant Ancient Cores extremely rare drops.
 
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Is soldier's Armor worth it in BotW?

The Soldier Armor has no set bonus or effects, but it is one of the armor sets in the game with the highest defense. A few others rival it, including the Zonaite Armor and Wild Armor, but this one is easy to find early, so it's worth upgrading if you need some heftier defense.
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Is there a Zora shield in BOTW?

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Silver Shields are Zora-made Shield known for their intricate ornamentation. It is believed that true masters of these Shields can redirect attacks like a rock redirecting rushing water. Silver Shields belong to the Zora Gear equipment archetype, which includes all Weapons created by the Zora.
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What is a god-killing weapon?

The God Killer is a sword created by Hephaestus that can, as the name implies, kill Gods.
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Where can I get the savage lynel crusher?

Savage Lynel Crushers are powerful two-handed weapons dropped by high-tier Lynels (White-Maned, Silver) in Zelda: Breath of the Wild, found in mountainous regions like the Hebra Mountains, Eldin Mountains, and Gerudo Highlands, often near shrines or specific landmarks like the Taobab Grasslands (south of Great Plateau) or north of Tabantha Stable, with locations varying by game progression and Blood Moon cycles.
 
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Are Lynel weapons good?

As a whole, Lynel Gear is distinguished by its high strength and durability. As Lynel Weapons are typically large and composed of heavy stone and metal, many Hylians have difficulty using Lynel Gear as easily as a Lynel does.
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Are there fake master swords in BOTW?

Several Fake Master Swords can be found in the Lost Woods. They are decoys placed in there to prevent Link from finding the real Master Sword.
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What is the rarest weapon in Zelda Breath of the Wild?

The rarest weapons in Breath of the Wild often involve items with limited spawns, unique properties, or those only obtainable through specific glitches or DLC, with candidates like the Kite Shield, unique Champion weapons, rare drops like the Vicious Sickle (Yiga), and DLC-exclusive items (like Biggoron's Sword) topping lists, alongside powerful, hard-to-find variants like Pristine Royal Guard's Claymores.
 
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Can the Yiga steal the Master Sword?

Yes, through a specific glitch in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, a Yiga Blademaster can steal the Master Sword from its pedestal by being led to the Korok Forest, treating the sacred blade as any other dropped weapon to confiscate, though reloading the game returns it to normal. This exploit involves exploiting their AI to bring them from the Yiga Hideout to the Korok Forest, where they pick it up, leaving behind only bananas and an invisible, glitched blade. 
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