Where can I find the shrine hidden in the Faron Sea in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?

The shrine hidden in the Faron Sea in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is called Yah Rin Shrine. It is located on a small island in the middle of the Faron Sea, which is part of the Faron region in the southeastern part of Hyrule. To find and access this shrine, you will need to complete a specific quest called "A Fragmented Monument." This quest involves solving a puzzle related to a stone monument on the island. Here is a detailed guide on how to find and complete the Yah Rin Shrine.

First, you need to reach the Faron region. The Faron region is located in the southeastern part of Hyrule, and it is characterized by its lush jungles, waterfalls, and rivers. You can reach this area by traveling south from the Central Hyrule region or by using the Faron Tower, which is located in the middle of the Faron region. Once you are in the Faron region, head to the Faron Sea, which is a large body of water surrounded by cliffs and waterfalls. The island where the shrine is located is in the middle of the Faron Sea, and you will need to find a way to reach it.

To reach the island, you have a few options. One way is to use a raft. There are several rafts scattered along the shores of the Faron Sea, and you can use a Korok Leaf to propel the raft by creating wind. Another option is to use the Zora Armor, which allows you to swim up waterfalls. There are several waterfalls in the Faron region, and you can use them to quickly travel to the island. If you have the Zora Armor, you can climb up the waterfalls near the Faron Sea and glide down to the island. Alternatively, if you have the Paraglider, you can climb to a high point near the Faron Sea and glide to the island.

Once you reach the island, you will find a stone monument with a riddle inscribed on it. The riddle reads, "The hero who seeks the shrine must offer the fruit of the tree to the stone." This means you need to find a fruit and place it on the pedestal in front of the monument. The fruit you need is a Mighty Banana, which can be found on the island. Look for a tree near the monument, and you will see a bunch of Mighty Bananas hanging from it. Climb the tree and collect the bananas.

After collecting the Mighty Bananas, place one of them on the pedestal in front of the monument. This will activate the shrine, and the Yah Rin Shrine will emerge from the ground. Enter the shrine to begin the challenge. Inside the shrine, you will encounter a puzzle that involves using the Magnesis rune to move metal blocks and create a path to the shrine's altar. The puzzle is relatively straightforward, but you need to pay attention to the placement of the blocks to ensure you can reach the altar.

One common mistake players make is not bringing enough stamina or health items when traveling to the island. The Faron region is home to powerful enemies like Lizalfos and Electric Wizzrobes, so it is important to be prepared for combat. Make sure you have a good supply of healing items, such as cooked meals or elixirs, and consider bringing weapons with high durability to deal with the enemies. Additionally, if you are using a raft to reach the island, make sure you have enough stamina to propel the raft all the way to the island. If your stamina runs out, you may fall into the water and have to start over.

An advanced technique for reaching the island is to use the Cryonis rune to create ice blocks in the water. This allows you to create a path across the water without needing a raft or swimming. However, this method requires precise timing and placement of the ice blocks, so it may take some practice to master. Another alternative approach is to use the Revali's Gale ability, which allows you to create an updraft and glide to the island from a nearby high point. This method is faster and more efficient, but it requires you to have completed the Vah Medoh Divine Beast and obtained Revali's Gale.

In summary, to find and complete the Yah Rin Shrine in the Faron Sea, you need to reach the Faron region, travel to the island in the middle of the Faron Sea, solve the riddle by offering a Mighty Banana to the stone monument, and complete the shrine's puzzle. Be prepared for combat and bring enough stamina and health items. Consider using advanced techniques like Cryonis or Revali's Gale to make the journey easier. With these strategies, you will be able to successfully find and complete the Yah Rin Shrine.