Where is the shrine hidden in the Korok Forest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?

The shrine hidden in the Korok Forest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is called the Keo Ruug Shrine. This shrine is unique because it is not immediately visible and requires players to solve a puzzle to reveal its location. The Korok Forest is located in the Great Hyrule Forest region, which is north of Hyrule Castle. The forest is home to the Great Deku Tree and serves as a central hub for the Koroks, who are scattered throughout the game world. To find the Keo Ruug Shrine, players must navigate the forest and solve a specific puzzle involving the Koroks.

The first step to finding the Keo Ruug Shrine is to reach the Korok Forest. This can be challenging due to the Lost Woods, which surrounds the forest. The Lost Woods is a maze-like area where players can easily get lost if they do not follow the correct path. The key to navigating the Lost Woods is to follow the direction of the wind, which carries embers from the torches. Players should light a torch and watch the direction of the embers. By following the embers, players can safely navigate through the Lost Woods and reach the Korok Forest.

Once inside the Korok Forest, players will notice that the shrine is not immediately visible. This is because the shrine is hidden and can only be revealed by solving a puzzle. The puzzle involves interacting with the Koroks in the forest. Near the Great Deku Tree, there is a group of Koroks standing in a circle. These Koroks will ask Link to solve a riddle. The riddle involves finding the odd one out among the Koroks. The Koroks will each say a word, and one of them will say something different. Players must identify the Korok that says the odd word and interact with them.

To solve the riddle, players should listen carefully to what each Korok says. The Koroks will say words like "apple," "banana," "durian," and "mango." One of the Koroks will say a word that does not fit with the others, such as "rock." Players must identify the Korok that says the odd word and speak to them. Once the correct Korok is identified, the Keo Ruug Shrine will appear nearby.

It is important to note that the riddle may change each time players attempt it, so the odd word may not always be the same. Players should pay close attention to the words spoken by the Koroks and think carefully about which one does not belong. If players make a mistake and choose the wrong Korok, they will need to try again. However, there is no penalty for making a mistake, so players can keep trying until they solve the riddle.

Once the shrine is revealed, players can enter it and complete the shrine challenge. The Keo Ruug Shrine is a blessing shrine, which means there is no puzzle to solve inside. Players will receive a Spirit Orb upon completing the shrine, which can be used to upgrade Link's health or stamina.

In terms of preparation, players do not need any special items to find the Keo Ruug Shrine. However, having a torch can be helpful for navigating the Lost Woods. Players should also ensure they have enough health and stamina, as the journey to the Korok Forest can be dangerous. It is also a good idea to have some food or elixirs to restore health and stamina if needed.

An alternative approach to finding the shrine is to use the map and mark the location of the Korok Forest. Players can then use the map to navigate to the forest without getting lost in the Lost Woods. However, this method requires players to have already unlocked the map for the Great Hyrule Forest region by activating the Woodland Tower.

In summary, finding the Keo Ruug Shrine in the Korok Forest involves navigating the Lost Woods, solving a riddle with the Koroks, and revealing the shrine. Players should pay close attention to the words spoken by the Koroks and think carefully about which one is the odd one out. With careful observation and a bit of patience, players can successfully find the shrine and earn a Spirit Orb.