Sheik (pronounced /ʃiːk/ sheek), is a recurring character in The Legend of Zelda series.[21][22][23][name reference needed] He appears to be a male Sheikah but is in fact a persona of Princess Zelda.[24] Princess Zelda disguises herself as Sheik for most of Ocarina of Time, revealing her true identity only at the end of the game. Sheik uses his Harp to teach Link several Warping Songs throughout the game.

Biography

Ocarina of Time

Sheik reveals himself to Link shortly after Link is freed from the Chamber of Sages after his seven-year slumber.[25] He introduces himself as the "Survivor of the Sheikahs".[1] He informs Link that he must awaken the Seven Sages in order to bring peace back to Kingdom of Hyrule.[26] Alerting him of the need to acquire the Hookshot in order to enter the Temples, Sheik stays in front of the Pedestal of the Master Sword.[27] He later appears when Link arrives at the Sacred Forest Meadow. He tells Link about the Songs for Warping that can access Temple entrances and teaches him the "Minuet of Forest" before disappearing again.[28] Further along, Sheik approaches Link at the Fire Temple entrance in the Death Mountain Crater, teaching him the Bolero of Fire before walking away, using a wall of flame to halt Link's inquiring advance.[29]

Sheik once again mysteriously appears in the Ice Cavern to inform Link of the fate of the Zoras and to teach him the "Serenade of Water".[30][31] He then waits outside the Water Temple for Link to free it from Morpha's influence and awaken the Sage of Water before disappearing once again.

When Kakariko Village comes under attack from a mysterious force, Link discovers that Sheik is already there. Together they encounter and are defeated by an invisible monster thought to be the Evil Shadow Spirit. Sheik teaches Link the "Nocturne of Shadow" and urges Link to help Impa fight the Evil Shadow Spirit.[32] When Link discovers that he must venture back in time in order to do so, Sheik offers a helping hand informing Link on how to use the Master Sword and the Pedestal of the Master Sword in order to travel back and forth through Time.[33] He teaches Link the "Prelude of Light" before vanishing once again.[34]

At the entrance of the Spirit Temple, Sheik appears to have been waiting for Link from atop a large rock formation and once again informs him that he must enter the Temple as a child, utilizing the Pedestal of the Master Sword in the Temple of Time.[35] He gives Link a lesson on performing the "Requiem of Spirit" before using the desert winds as cover to vanish.[36]

With all Six Sages freed, Link is instructed to return to the Temple of Time where Sheik awaits. Sheik congratulates Link on his efforts and offers an explanation on what happened to Kingdom of Hyrule during Link's disappearance before finally revealing his true identity as Princess Zelda.[37][38]

Other Appearances

Ocarina of Time (Himekawa)

Sheik 's mouth uncovered in the 's mouth uncovered in the Ocarina of Time manga by Akira Himekawa In the Ocarina of Time manga by Akira Himekawa, Sheik first appears to Link having tended his wounds after being defeated by Volvagia. Sheik is a spy for Ganondorf and later shows up to tell Link of a rumor that Princess Zelda had been spotted in the Desert of Illusions, before vanishing again. On Link's way through the Desert, he nearly succumbs to blistering sands before Sheik pulls him out and continues to travel with him. Later that night, Link is attacked by illusions and images of his past, but Sheik is unaffected; Link wonders if it could be due to a lack of past in Sheik's life. Upon reaching the Gerudo's Fortress, Sheik knocks Link out, and the Hero is captured. Once Link frees himself, he fights through the ranks of the Gerudo, before Sheik comes to him with his Sword and Shield. Throwing them to Link, Sheik attacks the invisible Twinrova, who were watching nearby. They accuse Sheik of being a traitor. Sheik is knocked unconscious after rebuking the accusation. After escaping with the unconscious Sheik, Link finds a cave to rest in. He leaves to find water, flustered after getting too close to Sheik. He returns to find that Sheik, having awoken with the face wrappings off, appears to be a woman. Fully transforming, Sheik is revealed to be Princess Zelda, who later explains that she had Impa lock her consciousness away and assume the disguise of a Sheikah boy.

Super Smash Bros. Melee

See SmashWiki's article on Sheik for more information. Zelda has the option of transforming into Sheik by pressing down the Stick while holding the B Button. Sheik has a completely different moveset than Zelda that are not based on magic, as her moves and weapons are quick and similar to those of a ninja.

# Trophy First Game / Move Description How to unlock 43

Sheik Ocarina of Time

11/98 This is Zelda's alter ego. Using a variation of the name of the ancient Sheikah tribe, she appears before Link and teaches him melodies instrumental to his success. It's believed that she's not just a quick-change artist, but rather that she is able to instantaneously alter her clothing and her eye and skin color by using her magical skills. Complete Classic Mode as Zelda or Sheik 44

Sheik [Smash] B: Needle Storm

Smash B: Chain Strategically switching between Zelda and Sheik is key. Compared to her Zelda form, Sheik is nimble and has gorgeous moves, but she lacks a strong knockout attack. The number of needles thrown in Needle Storm is based on how long you hold the B Button before releasing it. Use the Control Stick to wave the Chain after brandishing it. Complete Adventure Mode as Zelda or Sheik 45

Sheik [Smash] Up & B: Vanish

Down & B: Transform The best strategy to use when playing as Sheik is to let her flow from one powerful attack into another, like a river of quicksilver. Zelda has some techniques with more punch, however, so in one-on-one battles, use Transform as needed. Sheik only travels a short way when using Vanish , but the move comes with a small explosion that damages foes around her. Complete All-Star Mode as Zelda or Sheik

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Hyrule Warriors

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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