Item Messages
For The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Nintendo 64 (1998).
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The message box that opens when Link gets an item, item by item.
Item Messages (102)
Pocket Egg
You borrowed a Pocket Egg! A Pocket Cucco will hatch from it overnight. Be sure to give it back when you are done with it.
Cojiro
You returned the Pocket Cucco and got Cojiro in return! Unlike other Cuccos, Cojiro rarely crows.
Odd Mushroom
You got an Odd Mushroom! A fresh mushroom like this is sure to spoil quickly! Take it to the Kakariko Potion Shop, quickly!
Odd Potion
You received an Odd Potion! It may be useful for something... Hurry to the Lost Woods!
Poacher's Saw
You returned the Odd Potion and got the Poacher's Saw! The young punk guy must have left this behind.
Deku Seeds Bullet Bag
You got a Deku Seeds Bullet Bag. This bag can hold up to 40 slingshot bullets.
Broken Goron's Sword
You traded the Poacher's Saw for a Broken Goron's Sword! Visit Biggoron to get it repaired!
Prescription
You checked in the Broken Goron's Sword and received a Prescription! Go see King Zora!
Claim Check
The Biggoron's Sword... You got a Claim Check for it! You can't wait for the sword to be completed!
Biggoron's Sword
You traded the Giant's Knife for the Biggoron's Sword! This blade was forged by a master smith and won't break!
Eyeball Frog
You used the Prescription and received an Eyeball Frog! Be quick and deliver it to Lake Hylia while it's cold!
World's Finest Eye Drops
You traded the Eyeball Frog for the World's Finest Eye Drops! Hurry! Take them to Biggoron before they go bad!
Skull Mask
You borrowed a Skull Mask. Wear it with C to show it off! You feel like a monster while you wear this mask !
Spooky Mask
You borrowed a Spooky Mask. Wear it with C to show it off! You can scare many people with this mask!
Keaton Mask
You borrowed a Keaton Mask. Wear it with C to show it off! You'll be a popular guy with this mask on!
Bunny Hood
You borrowed a Bunny Hood. Wear it with C to show it off! The hood's long ears are so cute!
Goron Mask
You borrowed a Goron Mask. Wear it with C to show it off! It will make your head look big, though.
Zora Mask
You borrowed a Zora Mask. Wear it with C to show it off! With this mask, you can become one of the Zoras!
Gerudo Mask
You borrowed a Gerudo Mask. Wear it with C to show it off! This mask will make you look like...a girl?
Mask of Truth
You borrowed a Mask of Truth. Wear it with C to show it off! Show it to many people!
Fairy Slingshot
You found the Fairy Slingshot! On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Press C to take it out and hold it. As you hold C you can aim with Control Stick. Release C to unleash a Deku Seed.
If you want to shoot right away, when you first press C, hold down C a little longer to get a seed ready.
Fairy Bow
You found the Fairy Bow! On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Press C to take it out and hold it. As you hold down C you can aim with Control Stick. Release C to let fly with an arrow.
Bombs
You got Bombs! On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Use C to lift and place it. Press C while running to throw it. If you see something suspicious, bomb it!
Bombchu
You got Bombchu! On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Carry and place with C. This is a new type bomb that can even crawl up walls. Aim well and release it!
Deku Nut
You got a Deku Nut! On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Set it to C and try throwing it! It will flash and stun the enemy!
Boomerang
You found the Boomerang! On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Press C to use it to attack distant enemies!
Hookshot
You found the Hookshot! It's a spring-loaded chain that you can cast out to hook things.
You can use it to drag distant items toward you, or you can use it to pull yourself toward something.
While holding C, you can aim with Control Stick. Shoot it by releasing C.
Deku Stick
You got a Deku Stick! On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Set it to C and swing it with C!
When you want to put it away, stand still and press A. You can carry up to 10 sticks, but don't waste them.
Megaton Hammer
You found the Megaton Hammer! Press C to smash and break junk! It's so heavy, you need to use two hands to swing it!
Lens of Truth
You found the Lens of Truth! Set it to C and press C to look through it! Mysterious things are hidden everywhere!
Be sure to try to use it outside of the well. Seeing the truth will cost magic power, so press C again to stop using it.
Ocarina of Time
You found the Ocarina of Time! This is the Royal Family's hidden treasure which Zelda left behind. It glows with a mystical light...
Fire Medallion
You received the Fire Medallion! Darunia awakens as a Sage and adds his power to yours!
Water Medallion
You received the Water Medallion! Ruto awakens as a Sage and adds her power to yours!
Forest Medallion
You received the Forest Medallion! Saria awakens as a Sage and adds her power to yours!
Spirit Medallion
You received the Spirit Medallion! Nabooru awakens as a Sage and adds her power to yours!
Light Medallion
You received the Light Medallion! Rauru the Sage adds his power to yours!
Shadow Medallion
You received the Shadow Medallion! Impa awakens as a Sage and adds her power to yours!
Empty Bottle
You got an Empty Bottle! After you put something in this bottle, set it to C when you want to use the item inside.
Red Potion
You got a Red Potion! On the Select Item Subscreen, set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Drink it with C to recover your life energy. You carry this potion in one of your bottles.
Green Potion
You got a Green Potion! On the Select Item Subscreen, set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Drink it with C to recover your magic power. You carry this potion in one of your bottles.
Blue Potion
You got a Blue Potion! Drink it with C to recover your life energy and magic power.
Fairy
You caught a Fairy in a bottle! On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
This tiny fairy is a reliable partner who will revive you the moment you run out of life energy.
Once you set it to C, though, you can ask for its help anytime.
Fish
You got a Fish! Use it with C and something might happen... It looks so fresh and delicious!
On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right, and then press that C to use it.
Magic Bean
You got a Magic Bean! Find a suitable spot for a garden and plant it with C. Then, wait for something fun to happen!
On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right, and then use that C to plant it.
Fairy Ocarina
You received the Fairy Ocarina! This is a memento from Saria. Set it to C and press C to start playing it!
On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right, and then use that C to start playing it.
You can play different notes with A and the four C Buttons. Press B to quit playing, or to start your song over again.
Giant's Knife
You got the Giant's Knife! Hold it with both hands and use B to attack! It's so long, you can't use it with a shield.
Deku Shield
You got a Deku Shield! Switch to the Equipment Subscreen and select the shield. Press A to equip it.
Press R to crouch and defend. If you press R while Z Targeting, you can move while defending.
Hylian Shield
You got a Hylian Shield! Switch to the Equipment Subscreen and select this shield, then equip it with A.
Mirror Shield
You found the Mirror Shield! The shield's polished surface can reflect light or energy. Press R to use it.
Longshot
You found the Longshot! It's an upgraded Hookshot. It extends twice as far!
Goron Tunic
You got a Goron Tunic! This heat-resistant tunic is adult size, so it won't fit a kid... Going to a hot place? No worry!
Zora Tunic
You got a Zora Tunic! This diving suit is adult size, so it won't fit a kid. Wear it, and you won't drown underwater.
Magic Jar
You got a Magic Jar! Your Magic Meter is filled!
Iron Boots
You got the Iron Boots! So heavy, you can't run. So heavy, you can't float.
Hover Boots
You got the Hover Boots! With these mysterious boots you can hover above the ground. The downside? No traction!
You can even use these to walk for short periods where there is no solid ground. Be brave and trust in the boots!
Recovery Heart
You got a Recovery Heart! Your life energy is recovered!
Big Quiver
You upgraded your quiver to a Big Quiver! Now you can carry more arrows- 40 in total!
Biggest Quiver
You upgraded your quiver to the Biggest Quiver! Now you can carry even more arrows, to a maximum of 50!
Bomb Bag
You found a Bomb Bag! This bomb-holding bag is made from a Dodongo's stomach!
You found 20 Bombs inside! Now you can set Bombs to C and blow stuff up! What a lucky guy!
Big Bomb Bag
You got a Big Bomb Bag! Now you can carry more Bombs, up to a maximum of 30!
Biggest Bomb Bag
You got the Biggest Bomb Bag! Now, you can carry up to 40 Bombs!
Silver Gauntlets
You found the Silver Gauntlets! If you wore them, you would feel power in your arms, the power to lift big things with A!
But, these gauntlets won't fit a kid... Plus, you promised to give them to Nabooru. You should keep your word...
Golden Gauntlets
You found the Golden Gauntlets! You can feel even more power coursing through your arms! Grab with A and lift stuff up!
Blue Fire
You put a Blue Fire into the bottle! This is a cool flame you can use with C-Left, C-Down or C-Right.
Adult's Wallet
You got an Adult's Wallet! Adults are allowed to carry a lot of money. Now you can hold up to 200 Rupees.
Giant's Wallet
You got a Giant's Wallet! What a huge wallet! Now you can carry up to 500 Rupees.
Small Key
You found a Small Key! This key will open a locked door. You can use it only in this dungeon.
Dungeon Map
You found the Dungeon Map! Press START to get into the Subscreens and look at the Map Subscreen!
Blue chambers are places you have already visited. Your current location is the flashing room.
Move Control Stick up and down to select a floor to view.
Compass
You found the Compass! Now you can see the locations of many hidden things in the dungeon!
Stone of Agony
You obtained the Stone of Agony! If you equip a Rumble Pak, it will react to nearby...secrets.
Zelda's Letter
You received Zelda's Letter! Wow! This letter has Princess Zelda's autograph! Set it to C and show it with C.
On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right, and then use that C to show it to people.
Green Rupee
You got a Green Rupee! That's one Rupee!
Fire Arrow
You got the Fire Arrow! Set it to C and your arrows will be powered up! If you hit your target, it will catch fire.
Ice Arrow
You got the Ice Arrow! Set it to C and your arrows will be powered up! If you hit your target, it will freeze.
This arrow magic is granted only to those who complete the difficult training of the Gerudos, so use it with pride!
Light Arrow
You got the Light Arrow! Set it to C and your arrows will be powered up! The light of justice will smite evil!
Goron's Bracelet
You got the Goron's Bracelet! Now you can pull up Bomb Flowers. Stand next to one and use A to pull it up!
Bug
You put a Bug in the bottle! You can release it by pressing C. This kind of bug prefers to live in small holes in the ground.
Gerudo's Membership Card
You obtained the Gerudo's Membership Card! You can get into the Gerudo's training ground in their hideout.
Kokiri's Emerald
You got the Kokiri's Emerald! This is the Spiritual Stone of the Forest, now entrusted to you by the Great Deku Tree.
Goron's Ruby
You obtained the Goron's Ruby! This is the Spiritual Stone of Fire passed down by the Gorons!
Zora's Sapphire
You obtained Zora's Sapphire! This is the Spiritual Stone of Water passed down by the Zoras!
Poe
You caught a Poe in a bottle! Something good might happen!
Lon Lon Milk
You got Lon Lon Milk! This milk is very nutritious! Use it with C to recover your life energy!
You will recover five hearts per drink. There are two drinks per bottle.
On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right, and then use that C to take a drink.
Weird Egg
You got a Weird Egg! Feels like there's something moving inside! Set it to C and see what happens!
On the Select Item Subscreen, you can set it to C-Left, C-Down or C-Right, and then press C to use it.
Kokiri Sword
You got the Kokiri Sword! On the Equipment Subscreen, select it with the cursor and equip it with A.
This is a hidden treasure of the Kokiri, but you can borrow it for a while. Be sure to practice with it before you really fight!
Din's Fire
You got Din's Fire! Its fireball engulfs everything! It's attack magic you can use with C.
Farore's Wind
You got Farore's Wind! This is warp magic you can use with C. Warp when you are in danger!
You will teleport to the Warp Point. When you first use the magic, you will create a Warp Point.
When you use the magic again, you can either dispel the Warp Point you created last time or warp to that point.
Nayru's Love
You got Nayru's Love! Cast this to create a powerful protective barrier. It's defensive magic you can use with C.
Gold Skulltula
You destroyed a Gold Skulltula. You got a token proving you destroyed it!
Piece of Heart
You got a Piece of Heart! Collect four pieces total to get another Heart Container. More containers mean more life energy!
Heart Container
You got a Heart Container! Your maximum life energy is increased by one heart. Your life energy will be totally filled.
Boss Key
You got the Boss Key! Now you can get inside the chamber where the Boss lurks.
Blue Rupee
You got a Blue Rupee! That's five Rupees!
Silver Scale
You got the Silver Scale! Jump into the water and press A. You can dive deeper than you could before.
Golden Scale
You got the Golden Scale! Jump into the water and press A. Now you can dive much deeper than you could before!
Deku Seeds
You got Deku Seeds! These are small, hard seeds that you can use as bullets for your Slingshot.
bundle of arrows
You got a bundle of arrows!
Red Rupee
You got a Red Rupee! That's twenty Rupees!
Purple Rupee
You got a Purple Rupee! That's fifty Rupees!
Huge Rupee
You got a Huge Rupee! This Rupee is worth a whopping two hundred Rupees!
Door Key
You got a Door Key! Use this key to continue to the next room. Select a treasure chest and see how lucky you are!
Big Poe
You put a Big Poe in a bottle! Let's sell it at the Ghost Shop! Something good might happen!
Other item messages (111)
Bombs 20 Pieces 80 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
You handed in the Claim Check and got the Biggoron's Sword! This blade was forged by a master smith and won't break!
WINNER!!
Welcome to our cutting-edge amusement center:
The Bombchu Bowling Alley!
Do you want to know what you can win? Well, it's a secret. I can't tell you until you've paid to play.
It's 30 Rupees per game. Do you want to play?
Yes
No
OKAY!!
Aim for the hole in the center and let Bombchu go! You get ten tries. Ready...
LET'S BOWL!
Do you want to play again?
Yes
No
Oh, I almost forgot! Here is what you can win!
Bombs (20 pieces) 80 Rupees Take it out with C and press C again to throw it. You can't buy them without a bomb bag.
Bombs (30 pieces) 120 Rupees Take it out with C and press C again to throw it. You can't buy them without a bomb bag.
Bombs 30 Pieces 120 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Bombchu 20 Pieces 180 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Do you want to play a game? It's 20 Rupees per play.
Yes
Nope
You can't! You need a bow!
OKAY!! This is a game for grownups! Hyrule's famous Shooting Gallery!
Take aim at the targets from that platform over there! Can you hit ten targets? You get fifteen shots!
Draw your weapon with B. Are you ready? Go for a perfect score! Good Luck!
You see a small mound of soft soil here.
You cast Farore's Wind!
Return to the Warp Point
Dispel the Warp Point
Exit
Sorry about that...OK, well...
LET'S BOWL!
Bombchu (20 pieces) 180 Rupees This looks like a toy mouse, but it's actually a self-propelled time bomb!
Red Potion 40 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Red Potion 50 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Red Potion 40 Rupees If you drink this, you will recover your life energy. This is a single dose.
Red Potion 50 Rupees If you drink this, you will recover your life energy. This is a single dose.
Welcome! May I help you?
I want to shop
Just looking
Would you like to buy something else?
Yes
No
Your Deku Seeds Bullet Bag has become bigger! Now you can carry more bullets! This bag can hold 50 bullets!
Bombs 10 pieces 50 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Arrows 50 pieces 90 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Fish 200 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Deku Nuts 5 Pieces 15 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Shop around by moving the Control Stick left or right.
Talk to the owner
Quit
You can't get this now.
Deku Nuts 10 pieces 30 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Deku Stick 1 piece 10 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Deku Shield 40 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Arrow 10 pieces 20 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Bomb 5 pieces 25 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Bombchu 10 pieces 100 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
You can't use a Big Poe here! Sell it to the man at the Hyrule Castle Town gate!
Red Potion 30 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Green Potion 30 Rupees
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Don't buy
Now you can pick up many Deku Sticks! You can carry up to 20 of them!
You can now pick up even more Deku Sticks! You can carry up to 30 of them!
Hylian Shield 80 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Goron Tunic 200 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Zora Tunic 300 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Recovery Heart 10 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
I'm sorry...I can't sell this to you unless you have a bottle to put it in.
You got an Empty Bottle! Put something inside and press C to use it... What? Something's already inside!?
Arrows 30 pieces 60 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
My current hot seller is the Hylian Shield, but it might be too big for you, kid.
We moved here from the castle town. I know times are tough, but I hope you will be a steady customer for us!
Welcome!
Deku Shield 40 Rupees Once equipped, you can defend with R. If set on fire, it will burn!
Arrow (10 pieces) 20 Rupees You need a bow to shoot them. You can't buy them unless you have a bow.
Deku Stick (1 piece) 10 Rupees A long branch gathered from the Great Deku Tree. You can use it as a weapon, but it will break.
Deku Nuts (10 pieces) 30 Rupees Throw them to stun your enemies. You can buy only the amount you can actually carry.
Bombs (5 pieces) 25 Rupees Take it out with C and press C to throw it. You can buy them only if you have a bomb bag.
Red Potion 30 Rupees Drink to recover your life energy. This is just a single dose.
Green Potion 30 Rupees Drink to recover your magic power. This is just a single dose.
Now you can carry many Deku Nuts! You can hold up to 30 nuts!
You can now carry even more Deku Nuts! You can carry up to 40 nuts!
Hylian Shield 80 Rupees This is a big, heavy shield just like the ones Hylian Knights use. It can stand up to flame attacks!
Goron Tunic 200 Rupees A tunic made by Gorons. Adult size. Protects you from heat damage.
Zora Tunic 300 Rupees A tunic made by Zoras. Adult size. Prevents you from drowning underwater.
Recovery Heart 10 Rupees This will instantly refill one Heart Container.
Arrows (50 pieces) 90 Rupees Shoot these with a bow. You can't buy them unless you have a bow.
Bombs (10 pieces) 50 Rupees Take it out with C and press C again to throw it. You can't buy them without a bomb bag.
Deku Nuts (5 pieces) 15 Rupees Throw them to stun your enemies. You can carry only a limited amount of them.
Fish 200 Rupees Just caught and so fresh! You can keep it in a bottle.
You destroyed a Gold Skulltula. You got a token proving you destroyed it!
Fairy's Spirit 50 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Fairy's Spirit 50 Rupees You need an empty bottle to put it in. Don't go into battle without it!
Blue Fire 300 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Blue Fire 300 Rupees You need an empty bottle to put this in. Use it to feel refreshing coolness.
Bottle Bug 50 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Bottle Bug 50 Rupees You need an empty bottle to put it in. It looks like just an ordinary bug...
Bombchu (10 pieces) 100 Rupees This looks like a toy mouse, but it's actually a self-propelled time bomb!
We're temporarily out of stock on that item.
C'mon, man! You're too old for this game!
Huh? Wha--!
Uh-oh!
A customer!
zzzzz...zzzzz...
Arrows (30 pieces) 60 Rupees You need a bow to shoot them. Use them, and you'll run out.
You got a Piece of Heart! So far, you've collected two pieces. With two more pieces, you will gain more life energy!
You got a Piece of Heart! Now you've collected three pieces! With another piece, your life energy will be powered up!
You got a Piece of Heart! You've completed another Heart Container! Your maximum life energy is increased!
Nope, you don't have enough Rupees!
All right, you're done! Please wait outside while I set up your next challenge!
Bombs 5 pieces 35 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Bombs (5 pieces) 35 Rupees Take it out with C and press C again to throw it. You can't buy them without a bomb bag.
It looks like this item doesn't work here...
It won't open!
When you are weary of battle, please come back to visit me!
Welcome Link! I will soothe your wounds.
You mastered the secret sword technique of the Spin Attack!
Hold B to charge your weapon! Release B to unleash a wave of energy with your spin!
If you want to release energy without charging your weapon, just rotate Control Stick once and press B for a very effective quick spin!
Deku Seeds 30 pieces 30 Rupees
Buy
Don't buy
Deku Seed (30 pieces) 30 Rupees You can use them as bullets for your Slingshot. You can't buy them unless you have a Slingshot.
You want to talk to Saria, right?
Talk to Saria
No
Really? Then do you want to talk to me?
Yes
No
Link...? This is Saria. Can you hear me?
Do you want to talk to Saria again?
Yes
No
Your Magic Meter is enhanced!
Your defensive power is enhanced!
I'm sorry, but you can't borrow this mask yet.
Loser!
You found only one Rupee. You are not very lucky.
Loser!
You found five Rupees. Even so, you are not very lucky.
Loser!
You found twenty Rupees. Your last selection was a mistake, wasn't it! How frustrating!
Winner!
You found fifty Rupees. You are a genuinely lucky guy!
WINNER!
You got a Piece of Heart! Collect four pieces total to get another Heart Container. More containers mean more life energy!
WINNER!
You got a Piece of Heart! So far, you've collected two pieces. With two more pieces, you will gain more life energy!
WINNER!
You got a Piece of Heart! You've collected three pieces! With another piece, your life energy will be powered up!
WINNER!
You got a Piece of Heart! You've completed another Heart Container! Your maximum life energy is increased!