Shock Arrows,(BotW)[1] also known as Lightning Arrows,(CoH)[2] are recurring Items in The Legend of Zelda series.
Location and Uses[]
Breath of the Wild[]
Hyrule Compendium Entry
347 (352) Shock Arrow |
Description |
Common Locations Hyrule Field | |
Additional Effects | |
Shock Arrows are a type of Arrow which can be used with any Bow. While they most commonly appear in singles, they can also be found in bundles.[3][4] Shock Arrows immediately dissipate into a burst of electricity after impact.[1] If Link or an enemy is shot by a Shock Arrow, they are electrocuted and stunned for a short period of time. Therefore, they're noted to be effective against wet opponents and metal.[1] In addition, if Link is using any equipped items while shocked, they are dropped to the ground. They can be dropped by archer enemies or found inside Treasure Chests.
The following locations sell Shock Arrows:
- The Arrow Specialty Shop in Gerudo Town
- The General Shoppe in Korok Forest
- The Slippery Falcon (Tarrey Town Branch)
- Shaillu's arrow store in Kara Kara Bazaar
- The fish market in Lurelin Village
- Jini at the Mounted Archery Camp (only during rain)
Shock Arrows deal an additional 20 damage to the attack power of the Bow being used. When shot at a body of water, they create a damaging area of effect around where the Shock Arrow's point of impact. Shock Arrows also inflict extra damage when used in the Rain.[5] Bokoblins, Moblins, Lizalfos, and Lynels can sometimes be found using them. Shock Arrows can send surges of electricity through conductive objects, such as metal crates and metal Weapons.
Zora are known to be susceptible to damage from Shock Arrows.[6] Seggin, however, is noted to be more resistant to them than the average Zora, and is even able to use them.[7]
In order to complete the Main Quest "Divine Beast Vah Ruta, Link must use Shock Arrows when he faces the Divine Beast of the same name with Sidon.[8] Muzu received the task of locating the Shock Arrows, but he will leave before telling anyone where they are.[9] Hearing that Mipha was in love with Link, Muzu refuses to reveal their location unless he can prove it.[10] Once he's convinced, he'll reveal that the arrows can be found in the territory of the Lynel on Ploymus Mountain.[11] He estimates that Link will require at least twenty to face the beast.[12] After they've been collected, Link can move on to the battle with Divine Beast Vah Ruta.
Tears of the Kingdom[]
Shock arrows as a unique arrow type, have been removed from Tears of the kingdom, to make way for the addition of Fuse, which allows players to make their own Shock arrows, by Fusing a Arrow with a Shock Fruit or any other Elemental material. Another easy source of Shock/Lightning Arrows is with Vow of Riju, which allows 1 Lightning Based Arrow every 10 seconds.
Other Appearances[]
Cadence of Hyrule[]
Nomenclature[]
 Names in other regions  | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Language | Name | Meaning | |
 | Japanese | 電気の矢 (Denki no ya) | |
 | ChineseTR | 電箭 (Diàn jiàn) | |
 | Dutch | Elektropijl | |
 | FrenchEU | Flèche électrique | Electric arrow |
 | German | Elektropfeil | |
 | Italian | Freccia elettrica | Electric arrow |
 | Korean | 전기의 화살 (Jeon-giui hwasal) | |
 | Russian | Грузовая стрела (Gruzovaya strela) | |
 | SpanishLA | Flecha eléctrica | |
| This table was generated using translation pages. To request an addition, please contact a staff member with a reference. | |||
Gallery[]
A Shock Arrow being shot at Link from Breath of the Wild
A promotional image from the Summer 2022 issue of the Nintendo Magazine featuring Link using a Shock Arrow to catch a few Fish
A Lightning Arrow from Cadence of Hyrule
See Also[]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Shock Arrow
An arrow imbued with the power of electricity. It breaks apart on impact, channeling electricity into nearby objects. It's incredibly effective against metal or anything wet." — Inventory (Breath of the Wild) - ↑ "You got some lightning arrows!" — N/A (Cadence of Hyrule)
- ↑ "Shock Arrow x5
A bundle of five shock arrows.
Shock arrows break apart on impact, channeling electricity into nearby objects. Very effective against metals and moisture." — N/A (Breath of the Wild) - ↑ "Shock Arrow x10
A bundle of 10 shock arrows.
Shock arrows break apart on impact, channeling electricity into nearby objects. Very effective against metals and moisture." — N/A (Breath of the Wild) - ↑ "If you use a shock arrow when it's raining, it does extra damage." — Daz (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "Unfortunately, as an aquatic race, we Zora are terribly vulnerable to electricity." — Sidon (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "Seggin, who is quite shock resistant for a Zora, hit one with a shock arrow. Sure enough, it slowed the water a bit." — Sidon (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "We need you to use shock arrows to get those orbs working properly again!" — Sidon (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "I tased Muzu with finding the shock arrows we will need to appease Vah Ruta." — King Dorephan (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "If you are truly Lady Mipha's beloved, then prove it! Do so and I will tell you how to get those shock arrows, as well as anything else you wish to know." — Muzu (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "That tall mountain over yonger... It is called Ploymus Mountain, and there you will also find Shatterback Point. A terrifying creature has made its home up there. This awful beast shoots volley after volley of shock arrows. Even a single one could be fatal to a Zora." — Muzu (Breath of the Wild)
- ↑ "In order to appease the Divine Beast, I estimate that you will need...hmm... at least 20 shock arrows." — Muzu (Breath of the Wild)