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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom takes you on another wondrous adventure in Hyrule. As Link, you’ll battle numerous foes, explore new locations, discover many secrets, and even engage in a bit of DIY with your new crafting Ultrahand. Things can get a bit overwhelming due to numerous mechanics and ideas. However, our Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom guides hub will help you on your journey.
Table of Contents [hide]Starter and general guidesImportant and unique itemsAbilities: Ultrahand, Zonaite Devices, and Sage CompanionsPurah PadChasm and DepthsMounts and stablesShrines and locationsIndividual Shrine solutionsSide quests and puzzlesProgression guides: Main quests, bosses, and late-game
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Starter and general guides
Beginner’s guide – Learn some tips and tricks as you begin your journey.Starting area: Great Sky Island overview – Here’s what you can expect in this starting area.Where to go first – Find out which region to visit first as part of the campaign.Survival guide – It’s dangerous to go alone. Take this!How to repair weapons – Weapon durability is back, but this time you can work around it.How to fast travel – There are multiple ways to fast travel in the game.Recipes list and cookbook – It’s time to cook, Jesse–er, Link.Skyview Towers – Reveal areas of the map and get launched into the sky while you’re at it.Geoglyphs and Dragon’s Tears – Find the pools of water to see a vision.How to earn more money/Rupees – Make some extra cash as you go on an adventure.How to respec hearts and stamina – Choose hearts or stamina, or exchange one for the other.How to farm more Spicy Peppers – You’ll need a lot of these when you visit snowy regions.Where to find Hestu – The dancing Korok is back and he’ll increase your inventory slots.How to get to the Sky Islands – It’s not immediately obvious how to get back into the clouds.
Important and unique items
How to get the paraglider – You won’t get far without this crucial early item.How to get the Wingsuit – Get improved controls when skydiving with this clothing set.Zonai Device Dispenser locations – Trade items for cool Zonai Devices around the world.How to dye your armor and paraglider – Want to change the colors of your equipment? Here’s how.How to get Majora’s Mask – Find this iconic mask that comes with a nice gameplay benefit, too.How to get the Hylian Shield – Link’s iconic shield is available early on.How to get Midna’s Helmet – Find this throwback helmet during your adventure.How to get the Tunic of the Wind – Dress Link in his classic green tunic if you’re feeling nostalgic.Misko’s Treasures – There are treasures hidden in caves, netting you some unique chest pieces.How to get the Yiga armor set – You may find part of this armor set on a side quest, but here’s how to complete the set.
Abilities: Ultrahand, Zonaite Devices, and Sage Companions
All abilities – Learn about all the abilities you can unlock in the game.Sage abilities and how to unlock them – Here’s a rundown of the many Sage abilities you’ll obtain and which to prioritize.Zonai Devices – These are the Zonai contraptions that you’ll make use of.How to upgrade your Energy Cell – Don’t let your battery get depleted.Ultrahand tips – Here are some nifty tricks when using the Ultrahand’s grab and attach actions.Autobuild tips – This important skill is easily missable–so don’t miss it!Best weapon Fuses for the early-game – We’ve got some suggestions for things you can cast Fuse on.
Purah Pad
How to get the Camera and Sensor – Get the Camera and Sensor so you can track everything easily.How to get the Travel Medallion – Obtain your own instant teleportation circles.
Chasm and Depths
Depths and Chasms overview – Learn about the Depths region/world, which has its own challenges and wonders.Where to find the Hebra Chasm/Abandoned Hebra Mine – You’ll want to locate the last Chasm that’s part of the Depths quest chain.Master Kohga boss encounters – Master Kohga is back, and you’ll bump into him more than once.
Mounts and stables
How to get Epona – Link’s trusty horse can be yours once more.How to get a mount – There are also other options if you need an animal mount.Stables guide – Here’s everything to know about stables and how to use mounts with them.
Shrines and locations
All 152 Shrine locations – It’s time to find the Shrines and complete the challenges therein.Shrine 100% reward – Get your hands on this exclusive reward when you finish every single Shrine.
Individual Shrine solutions
Find the precise guide you need with these Shrines listed alphabetically.
Chichim Shrine (Hidden Gerudo Desert Shrine)Domizuin ShrineEkochiu ShrineGa-Ahisas ShrineGasas ShrineGemimik ShrineIgoshon ShrineIshokin ShrineIun-Orok ShrineJikais ShrineJiosin ShrineJiukoum ShrineJochi-Ihiga ShrineJochi-iu ShrineJonsau ShrineKiuyoyou ShrineKudanisar ShrineKyokugon ShrineMarakuguc ShrineMarari-In ShrineMayachin ShrineMayamats ShrineMayasiar ShrineMayaumekis ShrineMogawak ShrineMusanokir ShrineNinjis ShrineOhsozan-u ShrinePupunke ShrineRasiwak ShrineSepapa ShrineSibatijak ShrineSikukuu ShrineTadarok ShrineTajikats ShrineTauyosipun ShrineTsutsu-Um ShrineTukarok ShrineTurakamik ShrineUtojis ShrineUtsushok ShrineYansamin Shrine (Hard-to-reach Necluda Sky Island Shrine)Zakusu ShrineZanmik ShrineRiogok Shrine
Side quests and puzzles
Where to trade Bubbul Gems – Loot these from Bubbulfrogs in caves, and find the NPC that wants them.Heroine’s Secret – Help a Gerudo warrior learn more about the past.A Call From the Depths – The Goddess Statue seems to have lost her “eyes” somewhere.Typhlo Ruins – There are riddles that require you to use elemental powers.The Deku Tree and Great Hyrule Forest – You’ll get sent back the way you came unless you cleanse the foul mists.Lurelin Village – Ransacked by pirates, you can restore the town to its former glory.Ring Ruins: Trip Through History – Numerous ruins have fallen from the sky, and you’ll need to read their inscriptions.Great Fairies – The Great Fairies are back. Here’s where you can find each of them.King Gleeok secret boss battle – This secret boss would prove formidable, but we found an easy workaround.
Progression guides: Main quests, bosses, and late-game
Wind Temple walkthroughColgera boss battleWater Temple walkthroughMucktorok boss battleLightning Temple walkthroughQueen Gibdo boss battleFire Temple walkthroughMarbled Gohma boss battlePhantom Ganon boss battleHow to get the Master SwordFifth Sage locationFinal boss battleHow to get the true ending
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