How to defeat enemies with shields in the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (ToTK). See how to use Perfect Guard, evasion, & jump attacks to defeat enemies with shield.
How To Defeat Shielded Enemies
| 1 | Use Perfect Guard to stun the enemy |
|---|---|
| 2 | Evade to activate slow motion, then attack |
| 3 | Damage them with a jump attack |
Perfect Guard To Stun Enemy
Press the ZL Button to Lock On to an enemy, then hold the Shield and press the A button at the moment the enemy's attack hits to deal Perfect Guard. After Perfect Guard, the enemy will be briefly interrupted, so deal the attack and then be prepared to Perfect Guard again to defeat the enemy!
▶Shield GuidePerform A Perfect Dodge To Activate Slow Motion, Then Attack
By jumping and avoiding the enemy's attack at the right moment, it will activate slow motion and you will be able to attack. Use this separately from Perfect Guard.
▶Flurry Rush GuideDamage With Jump Attacks
You can also inflict damage by doing a jump attack when there is an opening, such as after an enemy attack while you are Locked On. Although it is difficult to attack continuously, use it as a means of attack when you don't have a shield.
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