How do I access Divine Beast Vah Rudania in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?

To access Divine Beast Vah Rudania in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you must first complete the main quest "Divine Beast Vah Rudania," which is part of the larger questline involving the four Divine Beasts. Vah Rudania is located on Death Mountain in the Eldin region, and accessing it requires careful preparation and navigation through a series of challenges. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide on how to achieve this.

First, you need to reach the Eldin region, specifically Goron City, which is located on the slopes of Death Mountain. To do this, you must travel to the Eldin Tower region and make your way to the city. However, Death Mountain is an extremely hazardous environment due to its intense heat and lava flows. To survive, you will need heat-resistant gear or elixirs. The Flamebreaker Armor set, sold in Goron City, is highly recommended as it provides full heat resistance. Alternatively, you can consume heat-resistant elixirs made from Fireproof Lizards and monster parts, which can be found or purchased in the area.

Once you arrive in Goron City, speak to Bludo, the boss of the Gorons, to initiate the quest. He will explain that Divine Beast Vah Rudania has been causing trouble by attacking the city and that it is currently perched on Death Mountain. Bludo will also mention that Yunobo, a Goron warrior, has been trying to stop Vah Rudania but needs your help. Yunobo is located at the Southern Mine, and you will need to meet him there to proceed.

At the Southern Mine, Yunobo will explain that he has been using a cannon to fire himself at Vah Rudania, but the Divine Beast has been dodging his attacks. Your task is to help Yunobo by using the cannon to hit Vah Rudania and force it to retreat. This involves solving a puzzle where you must align the cannonÔÇÖs trajectory and time your shots correctly. Use Magnesis to move the cannon into position and light the fuse with a fire arrow or a torch. Once you successfully hit Vah Rudania, it will retreat further up the mountain.

Next, you will need to follow Vah Rudania up Death Mountain. The path is treacherous, with lava flows, falling rocks, and Fire Keese enemies. Use your heat-resistant gear or elixirs to navigate safely. Along the way, you will encounter several Fire Chuchus and other fire-based enemies, so be prepared with weapons and shields that can withstand their attacks. You will also need to use your Paraglider to cross gaps and avoid lava.

As you ascend, you will reach a point where Vah Rudania is perched on a ledge. Here, you will need to use the cannon again to hit the Divine Beast and force it to move. This time, the puzzle is more complex, as you must use Magnesis to move the cannon across a lava flow and position it correctly. Once you hit Vah Rudania, it will retreat to its final location near the summit of Death Mountain.

At the summit, you will face a mini-boss, a Fireblight Ganon, which is one of the Blight Ganons controlling the Divine Beasts. This boss is resistant to fire-based attacks, so avoid using fire arrows or fire-based weapons. Instead, use ice-based weapons or arrows to deal extra damage. The boss has several attacks, including a fireball barrage and a ground slam that creates shockwaves. Use your shield to block the fireballs and dodge the shockwaves. When the boss is vulnerable, attack with your strongest weapons.

After defeating Fireblight Ganon, you will gain control of Divine Beast Vah Rudania. Inside the Divine Beast, you will need to solve a series of puzzles to activate the terminals and regain full control. These puzzles involve manipulating the Divine BeastÔÇÖs body to create pathways and access hidden areas. Use the map to rotate the Divine Beast and align its body parts to solve the puzzles. Once all terminals are activated, you will face a final challenge to defeat the Blight Ganon again, this time in a more powerful form.

Completing the Divine Beast Vah Rudania quest grants you the ability DarukÔÇÖs Protection, which creates a protective barrier around Link that can block attacks. This ability is invaluable in combat and can be used to shield against powerful enemy strikes.

In summary, accessing Divine Beast Vah Rudania requires careful preparation, including heat-resistant gear or elixirs, and the ability to solve puzzles and defeat powerful enemies. By following the steps outlined above, you can successfully navigate the challenges of Death Mountain, defeat Fireblight Ganon, and gain control of Vah Rudania. Remember to manage your resources wisely, use the right weapons and abilities, and stay alert to the environmental hazards of the Eldin region.