How do I unlock the Divine Beast Vah Naboris quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?

To unlock the Divine Beast Vah Naboris quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you need to follow a series of steps that involve interacting with NPCs, completing specific tasks, and preparing for a challenging battle. Vah Naboris is located in the Gerudo Desert, and the quest to free it is one of the more complex Divine Beast quests due to the unique mechanics and the powerful boss fight at the end. Here is a detailed guide on how to unlock and complete the quest.

First, you need to reach Gerudo Town, which is located in the southwestern part of Hyrule. To enter Gerudo Town, you must disguise yourself as a woman because only women are allowed inside. You can obtain the Gerudo outfit by completing the side quest "Forbidden City Entry" in Kara Kara Bazaar, which is just outside Gerudo Town. The quest requires you to buy the Gerudo Vai outfit from a vendor named Vilia, who can be found on top of the inn in Kara Kara Bazaar. Once you have the outfit, you can enter Gerudo Town.

Inside Gerudo Town, head to the palace and speak with Riju, the leader of the Gerudo. She will explain that Vah Naboris has been corrupted by Calamity Ganon and is causing a sandstorm in the desert. To stop it, you need to calm the Divine Beast. Riju will give you the quest "Divine Beast Vah Naboris," which involves two main tasks: retrieving the Thunder Helm and defeating the Yiga Clan leader, Master Kohga.

The Thunder Helm is a powerful artifact that allows the wearer to resist lightning attacks. Riju will lend it to you temporarily, but you need to complete a series of side quests for the Gerudo townsfolk to earn it permanently. These side quests include tasks like finding a lost heirloom, solving a puzzle, and helping a merchant. Completing these quests will not only grant you the Thunder Helm but also provide valuable resources and experience.

Once you have the Thunder Helm, you need to prepare for the battle with the Yiga Clan. The Yiga Clan hideout is located in the Gerudo Highlands, and infiltrating it requires stealth and strategy. You will need to avoid detection by the Yiga Clan members, who are disguised as travelers or hiding in the shadows. Use stealth-enhancing items like the Sheikah Stealth Set or stealth-enhancing elixirs to move quietly. Sneak past the guards and disable the traps to reach Master Kohga.

Master Kohga is a powerful enemy with unique attack patterns. He uses large metal balls and spiked platforms to attack, and you need to use Magnesis to manipulate these objects and defeat him. After defeating Master Kohga, you will receive the Thunder Helm permanently and gain access to Vah Naboris.

To board Vah Naboris, you need to use Riju's sand seal, Patricia, to chase the Divine Beast across the desert. During the chase, you will need to shoot the glowing targets on Vah Naboris with arrows to slow it down. Once you board the Divine Beast, you will need to solve a series of puzzles to activate the terminals and regain control of the beast. The puzzles involve manipulating the tilt of the Divine Beast and using electricity to power the terminals.

After activating all the terminals, you will face Thunderblight Ganon, the boss of Vah Naboris. Thunderblight Ganon is one of the most challenging bosses in the game due to its speed and lightning-based attacks. Use the Thunder Helm to resist lightning damage and equip weapons with high durability and damage output. Dodge its attacks and counter with flurry rushes to deal significant damage. After defeating Thunderblight Ganon, you will free Vah Naboris and gain the ability to summon Urbosa's Fury, a powerful lightning attack.

In summary, unlocking and completing the Divine Beast Vah Naboris quest involves disguising yourself to enter Gerudo Town, earning the Thunder Helm, infiltrating the Yiga Clan hideout, defeating Master Kohga, chasing Vah Naboris, solving puzzles, and defeating Thunderblight Ganon. Preparation is key, so make sure to stock up on healing items, weapons, and stealth-enhancing gear before attempting this quest. With careful planning and execution, you can free Vah Naboris and gain a powerful ability to aid you in your journey.