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

To unlock the Divine Beast Vah Medoh quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you need to follow a series of steps that involve traveling to the Rito Village, speaking with key NPCs, and completing a preparatory quest. Vah Medoh is the Divine Beast associated with the Rito tribe, and it is located in the Hebra region of Hyrule. The quest is called "Divine Beast Vah Medoh," and it is one of the four main Divine Beast quests that are central to the game's story. Here is a detailed explanation of how to unlock and complete this quest.

First, you need to make your way to Rito Village, which is located in the Tabantha region. Rito Village is situated on a series of rock pillars, and it is home to the bird-like Rito people. To reach Rito Village, you can travel northwest from Hyrule Castle or follow the road from the Tabantha Bridge Stable. The journey can be challenging due to the cold climate in the Hebra region, so it is advisable to prepare some cold-resistant gear or food. The Warm Doublet, which you can obtain early in the game, or any other cold-resistant armor will help you survive the freezing temperatures.

Once you arrive in Rito Village, head to the top of the village where you will find the Rito Chieftain, Kaneli. Speak with him to learn about the Divine Beast Vah Medoh, which has been causing trouble for the Rito by flying overhead and attacking anyone who gets too close. Kaneli will direct you to speak with Teba, a skilled Rito warrior who has been trying to deal with the Divine Beast. Teba can be found at the Flight Range, which is located to the northeast of Rito Village. The Flight Range is a training area for Rito warriors, and it is marked on your map.

To reach the Flight Range, you can either glide from Rito Village or travel by foot. If you choose to glide, make sure you have enough stamina to make the journey. Once you arrive at the Flight Range, speak with Teba. He will explain that Vah Medoh is protected by a force field and that the only way to disable it is by shooting down the four cannons on its wings. Teba will agree to help you, but he needs you to prove your skills by completing a challenge. This challenge involves shooting targets while gliding through the air. You will need to use your bow and arrows to hit the targets, and Teba will provide you with a Rito-made bow for this task.

After completing the challenge, Teba will agree to help you take down Vah Medoh. The next step is to board the Divine Beast. Teba will fly you close to Vah Medoh, and you will need to use your bow to shoot the four cannons on its wings. This part of the quest requires precision and timing, as you will be gliding through the air while shooting. Make sure you have plenty of arrows and a strong bow. The Great Eagle Bow, which you can obtain later in the game, is particularly effective for this task.

Once you have disabled the cannons, you will be able to board Vah Medoh. Inside the Divine Beast, you will need to solve a series of puzzles to gain control of its systems. The puzzles involve manipulating the tilt of the Divine Beast to access different areas and activate terminals. Each terminal you activate will restore a part of Vah Medoh's functionality. The final challenge is to defeat Windblight Ganon, the boss of Vah Medoh. Windblight Ganon is a fast and agile enemy that uses wind-based attacks. To defeat it, you will need to use your bow to target its weak points and avoid its attacks.

After defeating Windblight Ganon, you will regain control of Vah Medoh, and it will become a ally in the fight against Calamity Ganon. You will also receive Revali's Gale, a powerful ability that allows you to create an updraft, making it easier to reach high places. This ability is very useful for exploration and combat.

In summary, unlocking the Divine Beast Vah Medoh quest involves traveling to Rito Village, speaking with Kaneli and Teba, completing a shooting challenge, and boarding the Divine Beast to solve puzzles and defeat Windblight Ganon. Preparation is key, so make sure you have cold-resistant gear, plenty of arrows, and a strong bow. The quest is challenging but rewarding, and it is an essential part of the game's main story.