"Shields Do Everything!" is a cutscene in Kingdom Hearts III. It introduces the Trinity Sled, a sliding mechanic that will be utilized throughout the game.
Story[edit | edit source]
Making their way through Olympus in search of trapped townspeople, Sora, Donald, and Goofy find their path ravaged by a fire they can't get past. Sora confronts the flames to no avail, but Goofy decides to try as well, using his shield as a barrier. Realizing his shield is impervious to fire, Goofy suggests they use it for transport, something Sora and Donald are happy to agree to.
Transcript[edit | edit source]
Fade in on Sora, Donald, and Goofy standing at the end of an alley. The path before them is covered in flame and completely unsafe to traverse. Still, Sora tries, grunting as he gets closer and closer to the flames. Suddenly a flame bursts forward, blowing dangerously close to Sora's face.
Sora: "Ouch!"
Sora jumps back. Donald walks to his side.
Donald Duck: "Now what're we gonna do?"
Sora sighs. Goofy walks forward, his shield held in front of his face. He gives a determined groan as he gets closer to the heat, then thrusts his arms out, shoving his shield into a flame. The shield clangs as the flame is directed away. Goofy gasps, his face lit up with surprise. He examines his hand and laughs when he realizes he is unharmed. He turns back to the others.
Goofy: "Fellas! I just got a crazy idea!"
Sora pumps his fist and Donald jumps up with a shout of celebration.
Sora: "The shield!"
Sora laughs. The camera rotates and gameplay resumes.