How do I start the Divine Beast Vah Ruta quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?
To start the Divine Beast Vah Ruta quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you need to follow a series of steps that involve interacting with key NPCs, preparing for combat, and solving puzzles. This quest is one of the four main Divine Beast quests and is tied to the Zora region of Hyrule. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide on how to begin and complete this quest.
First, you need to make your way to the ZoraÔÇÖs Domain, located in the Lanayru region. The easiest way to reach ZoraÔÇÖs Domain is by following the path from Kakariko Village or Hateno Village. As you approach the Zora region, you will encounter Zora NPCs who will guide you toward the domain. Along the way, you will face rain and slippery terrain, which can make climbing difficult. ItÔÇÖs a good idea to have stamina-boosting food or elixirs to help with traversal.
Once you arrive at ZoraÔÇÖs Domain, you will meet Sidon, the Zora prince. He will explain that Divine Beast Vah Ruta is causing heavy rainfall in the region, which is threatening to flood the area. Sidon will ask for your help to calm Vah Ruta. To do this, you need to board the Divine Beast and free it from GanonÔÇÖs control. However, before you can approach Vah Ruta, you must first deal with the problem of its water spouts, which are preventing access.
Sidon will guide you to the East Reservoir Lake, where Vah Ruta is located. Here, you will need to use Shock Arrows to disable the water spouts. Shock Arrows can be found in various locations, but a reliable source is the Lynel on Ploymus Mountain, near ZoraÔÇÖs Domain. This Lynel is a tough enemy, so itÔÇÖs recommended to prepare for combat. You can either fight the Lynel to collect Shock Arrows or sneak around to gather them without engaging in battle. If you choose to fight, make sure you have strong weapons, armor, and healing items.
After collecting at least 20 Shock Arrows, return to Sidon at the East Reservoir Lake. He will take you to a platform where you can shoot the water spouts on Vah Ruta. Use your bow to aim at the glowing targets on the Divine Beast. Each successful hit will disable a water spout, allowing you to approach Vah Ruta. Be careful, as the platform will move, and you may need to adjust your aim accordingly.
Once all the water spouts are disabled, Sidon will help you board Vah Ruta. Inside the Divine Beast, you will need to solve a series of puzzles to activate terminals and regain control of the beast. The puzzles involve manipulating the trunk and water flow of Vah Ruta. For example, you may need to rotate the trunk to create a path or use Cryonis to block water flow and create platforms. Pay attention to the map of Vah Ruta, as it will help you navigate and understand the layout.
After activating all the terminals, you will face Waterblight Ganon, the boss of Vah Ruta. This boss has two phases. In the first phase, it uses a spear and water-based attacks. Use your bow to target its eye and deal damage. In the second phase, it will summon ice blocks that you can either destroy with Cryonis or use as platforms to get closer. Keep moving to avoid its attacks and use your strongest weapons to defeat it.
Once Waterblight Ganon is defeated, you will regain control of Vah Ruta, and it will become a ally in the fight against Calamity Ganon. You will also receive MiphaÔÇÖs Grace, a powerful ability that revives you with full health when you die. This ability has a cooldown, so use it wisely.
Some important tips and considerations include preparing for the Lynel fight by stocking up on healing items and strong weapons. If youÔÇÖre not confident in your combat skills, you can avoid the Lynel and collect Shock Arrows from other sources. Additionally, make sure to have enough arrows and a good bow for the water spout section. Inside Vah Ruta, take your time to understand the puzzles and use the map to your advantage.
Common mistakes to avoid include rushing into the Lynel fight without preparation, not having enough Shock Arrows, and failing to manage stamina during the climb to ZoraÔÇÖs Domain. Advanced techniques include using stealth to avoid the Lynel and optimizing your weapon usage during the Waterblight Ganon fight.
Required items and preparation include a good supply of arrows, a strong bow, healing items, and stamina-boosting food. Alternative approaches include finding Shock Arrows in other locations or using stealth to avoid combat. Specific examples and scenarios include using Cryonis to solve puzzles inside Vah Ruta and using the environment to your advantage during the Waterblight Ganon fight.
By following these steps and tips, you can successfully start and complete the Divine Beast Vah Ruta quest, gaining a powerful ally and ability to aid you in your journey.
First, you need to make your way to the ZoraÔÇÖs Domain, located in the Lanayru region. The easiest way to reach ZoraÔÇÖs Domain is by following the path from Kakariko Village or Hateno Village. As you approach the Zora region, you will encounter Zora NPCs who will guide you toward the domain. Along the way, you will face rain and slippery terrain, which can make climbing difficult. ItÔÇÖs a good idea to have stamina-boosting food or elixirs to help with traversal.
Once you arrive at ZoraÔÇÖs Domain, you will meet Sidon, the Zora prince. He will explain that Divine Beast Vah Ruta is causing heavy rainfall in the region, which is threatening to flood the area. Sidon will ask for your help to calm Vah Ruta. To do this, you need to board the Divine Beast and free it from GanonÔÇÖs control. However, before you can approach Vah Ruta, you must first deal with the problem of its water spouts, which are preventing access.
Sidon will guide you to the East Reservoir Lake, where Vah Ruta is located. Here, you will need to use Shock Arrows to disable the water spouts. Shock Arrows can be found in various locations, but a reliable source is the Lynel on Ploymus Mountain, near ZoraÔÇÖs Domain. This Lynel is a tough enemy, so itÔÇÖs recommended to prepare for combat. You can either fight the Lynel to collect Shock Arrows or sneak around to gather them without engaging in battle. If you choose to fight, make sure you have strong weapons, armor, and healing items.
After collecting at least 20 Shock Arrows, return to Sidon at the East Reservoir Lake. He will take you to a platform where you can shoot the water spouts on Vah Ruta. Use your bow to aim at the glowing targets on the Divine Beast. Each successful hit will disable a water spout, allowing you to approach Vah Ruta. Be careful, as the platform will move, and you may need to adjust your aim accordingly.
Once all the water spouts are disabled, Sidon will help you board Vah Ruta. Inside the Divine Beast, you will need to solve a series of puzzles to activate terminals and regain control of the beast. The puzzles involve manipulating the trunk and water flow of Vah Ruta. For example, you may need to rotate the trunk to create a path or use Cryonis to block water flow and create platforms. Pay attention to the map of Vah Ruta, as it will help you navigate and understand the layout.
After activating all the terminals, you will face Waterblight Ganon, the boss of Vah Ruta. This boss has two phases. In the first phase, it uses a spear and water-based attacks. Use your bow to target its eye and deal damage. In the second phase, it will summon ice blocks that you can either destroy with Cryonis or use as platforms to get closer. Keep moving to avoid its attacks and use your strongest weapons to defeat it.
Once Waterblight Ganon is defeated, you will regain control of Vah Ruta, and it will become a ally in the fight against Calamity Ganon. You will also receive MiphaÔÇÖs Grace, a powerful ability that revives you with full health when you die. This ability has a cooldown, so use it wisely.
Some important tips and considerations include preparing for the Lynel fight by stocking up on healing items and strong weapons. If youÔÇÖre not confident in your combat skills, you can avoid the Lynel and collect Shock Arrows from other sources. Additionally, make sure to have enough arrows and a good bow for the water spout section. Inside Vah Ruta, take your time to understand the puzzles and use the map to your advantage.
Common mistakes to avoid include rushing into the Lynel fight without preparation, not having enough Shock Arrows, and failing to manage stamina during the climb to ZoraÔÇÖs Domain. Advanced techniques include using stealth to avoid the Lynel and optimizing your weapon usage during the Waterblight Ganon fight.
Required items and preparation include a good supply of arrows, a strong bow, healing items, and stamina-boosting food. Alternative approaches include finding Shock Arrows in other locations or using stealth to avoid combat. Specific examples and scenarios include using Cryonis to solve puzzles inside Vah Ruta and using the environment to your advantage during the Waterblight Ganon fight.
By following these steps and tips, you can successfully start and complete the Divine Beast Vah Ruta quest, gaining a powerful ally and ability to aid you in your journey.