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{{Infobox|enemy
{{Infobox|enemy
| image = [[File:Daira-Art2-AOL.png|170px]]
| image = [[File:Daira-Art2-AOL.png|150px]]
| threat       = 7
| threat = 7
| caption = Daira Artwork from ''The Adventure of Link''
| caption = Official artwork
| attack =
| attack =
| game = ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''<br/>''[[Link: The Faces of Evil|The Faces of Evil]]''<br/>''[[Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon|The Wand of Gamelon]]''
| game = ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''<br/>''[[Link: The Faces of Evil|The Faces of Evil]]''<br/>''[[Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon|The Wand of Gamelon]]''
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'''Daira''' are powerful humanoid alligators that appear in ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'', ''[[Link: The Faces of Evil|The Faces of Evil]]'', and ''[[Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon|The Wand of Gamelon]]''.{{Ref|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia]]'', pg. 172}}
'''Dairas''' are enemies from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''.{{Ref|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia]]'', pg. 172}}


==Appearances==
==''The Adventure of Link''==
===The Adventure of Link===
Dairas are hybrids of [[Hylian]]s and alligators that wield powerful axes that can easily slice through [[Link (The Legend of Zelda)#The Adventure of Link|Link]]'s shield.{{Ref|''The Adventure of Link Instruction Booklet'', [https://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album{{=}}256&pid{{=}}11469#top_display_media pg. 28]|An alligator soldier that attacks with an axe. Link's shield can't fend off the axe.}}{{Ref|Nintendo Power Magazines - Issue 004, [https://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album{{=}}328&pid{{=}}9760#top_display_media pg. 22]|Against the Daira's ax, Link's shield is useless.}}{{Ref|[https://web.archive.org/web/20150722213853/http://www.zelda.com/universe/pedia/d.jsp The Great Hyrule Encyclopedia]|Darias are disgusting hybrids of Hylians and alligators. They are expert axe-throwers, and their axes are so sharp that they are able to slice through most Hyrulean Shields.}} They can be found in [[Western Hyrule]]. Dairas come in two variations.
Dairas are hybrids of Hylians and alligators that wield powerful axes that can easily slice through Link's shield.{{Ref|The Adventure of Link - US Instruction Manual, [https://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album{{=}}256&pid{{=}}11469#top_display_media pg. 28]|An alligator soldier that attacks with an axe. Link's shield can't fend off the axe.}}{{Ref|Nintendo Power Magazines - Issue 004, [https://www.zeldadungeon.net/gallery/displayimage.php?album{{=}}328&pid{{=}}9760#top_display_media pg. 22]|Against the Daira's ax, Link's shield is useless.}}{{Ref|[https://web.archive.org/web/20150722213853/http://www.zelda.com/universe/pedia/d.jsp The Great Hyrule Encyclopedia]|Darias are disgusting hybrids of Hylians and alligators. They are expert axe-throwers, and their axes are so sharp that they are able to slice through most Hyrulean Shields.}} They can be found in [[Western Hyrule]]. Dairas come in two variations.


====Orange Daira====
===Orange Daira===
{{main|Orange Daira}}
{{main|Orange Daira}}
Orange Daira charge Link on sight swinging their axe continuously. Link must time his attack in between swings to avoid damage. The [[Reflect Spell]] will strengthen his shield enough to repel the monster's weapon.
Orange Dairas charge Link on sight swinging their axe continuously. Link must time his attack in between swings to avoid damage. The [[Reflect Spell]] will strengthen his shield enough to repel the monster's weapon.


====Red Daira====
===Red Daira===
{{main|Red Daira}}
{{main|Red Daira}}
Red Dairas are more powerful than their orange counterparts. Instead of charging forward, they throw a limitless stream axes at [[Link (The Legend of Zelda)#The Adventure of Link|Link]]. As with the Orange Daira, Link's shield cannot block the projectiles, except with the [[Reflect Spell]]. [[Down Thrust|Downward Thrust]]s are recommended against these enemies. In order to defeat this formidable foe, Link must leap over the flying axes and quickly strike before another can be thrown. Recklessly charging without paying heed to the Daira's attacks is almost always fatal.  
Red Dairas are more powerful than their orange counterparts. Instead of charging forward, they throw a limitless stream axes at Link. As with the Orange Daira, Link's shield cannot block the projectiles, except with the [[Reflect Spell]]. [[Down Thrust|Downward Thrust]]s are recommended against these enemies. In order to defeat this formidable foe, Link must leap over the flying axes and quickly strike before another can be thrown. Recklessly charging without paying heed to the Daira's attacks is almost always fatal.


====Game Data====
===Game Data===
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{| class="wikitable" style="float:left; text-align:center; width:500px;"
|+ style="text-align:left;" | <big>Orange Daira</big>
|+ style="text-align:left;" | <big>Orange Daira</big>
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{{Clear}}
{{Clear}}
===A Link to the Past===
==''A Link to the Past''==
{{main|Zazak}}
{{main|Zazak}}
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', there is a similar-looking enemy known as a [[Zazak]]. Zazak come in two color forms, Red and Blue. Both of them are quite dangerous, but the Red ones have the ability to shoot fireballs out towards [[Link (A Link to the Past)|Link]].


In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' there is a similar looking enemy known as a [[Zazak]]. Zazak come in two color forms, Red and Blue. Both of them are quite dangerous, but the Red ones have the ability to shoot fireballs out towards Link.
==Non-Canon Appearances==
{{Non-Canon|section}}


==The Faces of Evil==
===''The Faces of Evil''===
{{Stub|section}}


==The Wand of Gamelon==
===''The Wand of Gamelon''===
Daira wield large axes and will try to harm Zelda with them. There are two types of Daira, ones that are stationary, and others that run. The walking Daira are fairly simple enemies as they will walk straight towards Zelda, trying to smash her with their axe. You can defeat a Daira with a sword slash while standing straight up or while kneeling. Stationary Daira on the other hand stand in one spot instead of moving towards Zelda. Rather than swinging their axe, this Daira variant will toss the axe towards Zelda. Furthermore, if Zelda is at a higher level, the axe will be tossed in an upward direction. One way to defend against the axe throw is to stand still and block it with your shield. If you are quick enough to react, you can jump over the axe that is tossed your way.
Daira wield large axes and will try to harm Zelda with them. There are two types of Daira, ones that are stationary, and others that run. The walking Daira are fairly simple enemies as they will walk straight towards Zelda, trying to smash her with their axe. You can defeat a Daira with a sword slash while standing straight up or while kneeling. Stationary Daira on the other hand stand in one spot instead of moving towards Zelda. Rather than swinging their axe, this Daira variant will toss the axe towards Zelda. Furthermore, if Zelda is at a higher level, the axe will be tossed in an upward direction. One way to defend against the axe throw is to stand still and block it with your shield. If you are quick enough to react, you can jump over the axe that is tossed your way.


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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Daira-Art1-AOL.png|Orange Daira Artwork from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''
File:Daira-Art1-AOL.png|Orange Daira artwork from ''[[Futami The Adventure of Link Strategy Guide]]''
File:Daira-Art3-AOL.png|Green Daira Official Artwork from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''
File:Daira-Art3-AOL.png|Green Daira official artwork
File:Daira-Art2-AOL.png|Orange Daira Official Artwork from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''
File:Daira-Art2-AOL.png|Orange Daira official artwork
File:DairaOrange.gif|Orange Daira Sprite from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''
File:DairaOrange.gif|Orange Daira sprite
File:DairaRed.png|Red Daira Sprite from ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''
File:DairaRed.png|Red Daira sprite
File:Daria_commercial.jpg‎ |From a Japanese ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]] TV Commercial''
File:Daria_commercial.jpg‎ |From a Japanese ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]] TV Commercial''
File:Daria_commercial2.jpg |From a Japanese ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]] TV Commercial''
File:Daria_commercial2.jpg |From a Japanese ''A Link to the Past TV Commercial''
</gallery>
</gallery>


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