How do I complete the "The Crowned Beast" shrine quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?

To complete "The Crowned Beast" shrine quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you need to locate and activate the Shae Katha Shrine, which is hidden in the Hebra region. This quest involves solving a riddle and interacting with the environment in a specific way. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide to help you through the process.

First, you need to find the quest giver, Hoz, who is located at the Outskirt Stable near the western edge of Hyrule Field. Hoz will tell you about a mysterious shrine in the Hebra Mountains and give you a riddle: "The hero, the crown, and the beast. When the three meet, the shrine will appear." This riddle is the key to unlocking the shrine.

The "crowned beast" refers to a stag with antlers, which resembles a crown. In the Hebra region, specifically near the Hebra Tower, you can find a large stag roaming the snowy fields. This stag is the "beast" mentioned in the riddle. To complete the quest, you need to mount this stag and ride it to a specific location.

Before heading to the Hebra region, itÔÇÖs a good idea to prepare. The area is cold, so youÔÇÖll need cold-resistant gear or food. The Warm Doublet, obtained early in the game, or the Snowquill Set from Rito Village, are excellent choices. Alternatively, you can cook dishes with ingredients like Spicy Peppers or Sunshrooms to gain temporary cold resistance. Additionally, bring a bow and arrows, as youÔÇÖll need to shoot the stag to mount it.

Once youÔÇÖre prepared, head to the Hebra region. The stag can be found near the Hebra Tower, in the snowy fields to the east. When you spot the stag, approach it carefully. Stags are skittish and will run away if they detect you. Use stealth by crouching and moving slowly, or use stealth-enhancing armor like the Sheikah Set. You can also use stealth-enhancing food or elixirs to make this easier.

When youÔÇÖre close enough, draw your bow and shoot the stag in the body. This will stun it temporarily, allowing you to approach and mount it. Once mounted, youÔÇÖll need to soothe the stag by pressing the soothe button repeatedly. This requires stamina, so make sure you have enough stamina or stamina-restoring items like Endura Carrots or Stamina Elixirs.

After mounting the stag, ride it to the location indicated by the quest. This is a small plateau with a pedestal, located to the northeast of the Hebra Tower. When you arrive at the pedestal, dismount the stag and interact with the pedestal. This will cause the Shae Katha Shrine to rise from the ground, completing the quest.

One common mistake is not having enough stamina to soothe the stag. If you run out of stamina, the stag will throw you off, and youÔÇÖll have to start over. To avoid this, make sure you have at least one full stamina wheel or use stamina-restoring items. Another mistake is not approaching the stag stealthily, causing it to run away before you can mount it. Use stealth-enhancing gear or food to make this easier.

An advanced technique is to use the environment to your advantage. If you have the RevaliÔÇÖs Gale ability from the Vah Medoh Divine Beast, you can use it to gain altitude and glide down to the stag, making it easier to approach without being detected. Additionally, if you have the Ancient Bow or other long-range bows, you can shoot the stag from a greater distance, giving you more time to mount it.

In summary, to complete "The Crowned Beast" shrine quest, prepare for the cold, approach the stag stealthily, mount and soothe it, and ride it to the pedestal. With the right preparation and strategy, you can easily unlock the Shae Katha Shrine and earn a Spirit Orb.