How do I get the Thunder Helm in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?
To obtain the Thunder Helm in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you must complete a series of side quests in Gerudo Town, the main settlement in the Gerudo Desert region. The Thunder Helm is a unique piece of headgear that grants Link immunity to lightning strikes, making it incredibly useful in areas with frequent thunderstorms or when fighting enemies that use electric attacks. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide on how to acquire it.
First, you need to gain access to Gerudo Town. Since the town only allows women to enter, you must complete the "Forbidden City Entry" side quest by obtaining the Gerudo disguise. This disguise can be acquired by speaking to Vilia, who is found at the Kara Kara Bazaar. Vilia will sell you the Gerudo outfit for 600 rupees, which includes the Gerudo Veil, Gerudo Top, and Gerudo Sirwal. Once you have this outfit, you can enter Gerudo Town.
Once inside Gerudo Town, you will need to complete the main quest "Divine Beast Vah Naboris" to unlock the ability to obtain the Thunder Helm. This involves defeating the Divine Beast and its boss, Thunderblight Ganon. After completing this quest, you can speak to Riju, the leader of the Gerudo, who will allow you to take on a series of side quests to earn the Thunder Helm.
The Thunder Helm is tied to four specific side quests in Gerudo Town. These quests are given by various NPCs in the town, and you must complete all of them to earn RijuÔÇÖs trust and gain access to the helm. The four quests are "The Mystery Polluter," "The Search for Barta," "Medicinal Molduga," and "The Eighth Heroine."
"The Mystery Polluter" is given by Dalia, who can be found near the townÔÇÖs water reservoir. She asks you to find out who is polluting the water supply. You will discover that a group of sand seals is causing the issue. To solve this, you need to place a hydromelon near the reservoir to lure the seals away. Once the seals are distracted, you can report back to Dalia to complete the quest.
"The Search for Barta" is given by Malena, who is worried about her missing friend Barta. Barta can be found in the Gerudo Canyon, where she is trapped under a pile of rocks. You need to use a bomb to clear the rocks and free her. After rescuing Barta, return to Malena to complete the quest.
"Medicinal Molduga" is given by Isha, who is looking for Molduga guts to create medicine. Moldugas are large, sand-dwelling creatures found in the Gerudo Desert. You will need to defeat one and collect its guts. Moldugas are tough enemies, so itÔÇÖs recommended to use bombs or powerful weapons to take them down. Once you have the guts, return to Isha to complete the quest.
"The Eighth Heroine" is given by Bozai, who can be found running around Gerudo Town. He asks you to find the missing statue of the Eighth Heroine in the Gerudo Highlands. The statue is located in the northern part of the highlands, and you will need to take a picture of it to complete the quest. Once you have the picture, return to Bozai to finish the quest.
After completing all four side quests, return to Riju in the throne room of Gerudo Town. She will reward you with the Thunder Helm as a token of her gratitude. The helm is now yours to keep and use as you see fit.
Some important tips and considerations include making sure you have enough rupees to purchase the Gerudo outfit, as well as preparing for the Molduga fight by stocking up on healing items and powerful weapons. Additionally, itÔÇÖs a good idea to have the Sheikah Sensor upgraded to detect treasure chests, as some of the quests may require you to find specific items.
Common mistakes to avoid include not completing all four side quests before speaking to Riju, as she will not give you the Thunder Helm until all quests are done. Also, be careful when fighting Moldugas, as they can deal significant damage if youÔÇÖre not prepared.
Advanced techniques or optimizations include using UrbosaÔÇÖs Fury, a power gained from defeating Thunderblight Ganon, to make the Molduga fight easier. Additionally, using stealth or speed-enhancing armor can help you navigate the Gerudo Highlands more efficiently when searching for the Eighth Heroine statue.
Required items and preparation include the Gerudo outfit, bombs for freeing Barta, and strong weapons for defeating Moldugas. ItÔÇÖs also helpful to have a good supply of arrows and healing items.
Alternative approaches include using the Master Sword or ancient weapons to deal with Moldugas more effectively. If youÔÇÖre having trouble finding the Eighth Heroine statue, you can use the Sheikah Sensor to detect nearby treasure chests, which may contain clues or helpful items.
Specific examples and scenarios include using the Gerudo outfit to blend in with the townspeople and avoid suspicion, as well as using the Thunder Helm to explore areas with frequent thunderstorms without worrying about lightning strikes. The helm is particularly useful in the Faron region, where thunderstorms are common, and in battles against electric-based enemies like Lizalfos or Wizzrobes.
In summary, obtaining the Thunder Helm requires completing a series of side quests in Gerudo Town after finishing the Divine Beast Vah Naboris quest. By following the steps outlined above and preparing adequately, you can add this powerful piece of equipment to your inventory and enhance your ability to survive and thrive in the harsh environments of Hyrule.
First, you need to gain access to Gerudo Town. Since the town only allows women to enter, you must complete the "Forbidden City Entry" side quest by obtaining the Gerudo disguise. This disguise can be acquired by speaking to Vilia, who is found at the Kara Kara Bazaar. Vilia will sell you the Gerudo outfit for 600 rupees, which includes the Gerudo Veil, Gerudo Top, and Gerudo Sirwal. Once you have this outfit, you can enter Gerudo Town.
Once inside Gerudo Town, you will need to complete the main quest "Divine Beast Vah Naboris" to unlock the ability to obtain the Thunder Helm. This involves defeating the Divine Beast and its boss, Thunderblight Ganon. After completing this quest, you can speak to Riju, the leader of the Gerudo, who will allow you to take on a series of side quests to earn the Thunder Helm.
The Thunder Helm is tied to four specific side quests in Gerudo Town. These quests are given by various NPCs in the town, and you must complete all of them to earn RijuÔÇÖs trust and gain access to the helm. The four quests are "The Mystery Polluter," "The Search for Barta," "Medicinal Molduga," and "The Eighth Heroine."
"The Mystery Polluter" is given by Dalia, who can be found near the townÔÇÖs water reservoir. She asks you to find out who is polluting the water supply. You will discover that a group of sand seals is causing the issue. To solve this, you need to place a hydromelon near the reservoir to lure the seals away. Once the seals are distracted, you can report back to Dalia to complete the quest.
"The Search for Barta" is given by Malena, who is worried about her missing friend Barta. Barta can be found in the Gerudo Canyon, where she is trapped under a pile of rocks. You need to use a bomb to clear the rocks and free her. After rescuing Barta, return to Malena to complete the quest.
"Medicinal Molduga" is given by Isha, who is looking for Molduga guts to create medicine. Moldugas are large, sand-dwelling creatures found in the Gerudo Desert. You will need to defeat one and collect its guts. Moldugas are tough enemies, so itÔÇÖs recommended to use bombs or powerful weapons to take them down. Once you have the guts, return to Isha to complete the quest.
"The Eighth Heroine" is given by Bozai, who can be found running around Gerudo Town. He asks you to find the missing statue of the Eighth Heroine in the Gerudo Highlands. The statue is located in the northern part of the highlands, and you will need to take a picture of it to complete the quest. Once you have the picture, return to Bozai to finish the quest.
After completing all four side quests, return to Riju in the throne room of Gerudo Town. She will reward you with the Thunder Helm as a token of her gratitude. The helm is now yours to keep and use as you see fit.
Some important tips and considerations include making sure you have enough rupees to purchase the Gerudo outfit, as well as preparing for the Molduga fight by stocking up on healing items and powerful weapons. Additionally, itÔÇÖs a good idea to have the Sheikah Sensor upgraded to detect treasure chests, as some of the quests may require you to find specific items.
Common mistakes to avoid include not completing all four side quests before speaking to Riju, as she will not give you the Thunder Helm until all quests are done. Also, be careful when fighting Moldugas, as they can deal significant damage if youÔÇÖre not prepared.
Advanced techniques or optimizations include using UrbosaÔÇÖs Fury, a power gained from defeating Thunderblight Ganon, to make the Molduga fight easier. Additionally, using stealth or speed-enhancing armor can help you navigate the Gerudo Highlands more efficiently when searching for the Eighth Heroine statue.
Required items and preparation include the Gerudo outfit, bombs for freeing Barta, and strong weapons for defeating Moldugas. ItÔÇÖs also helpful to have a good supply of arrows and healing items.
Alternative approaches include using the Master Sword or ancient weapons to deal with Moldugas more effectively. If youÔÇÖre having trouble finding the Eighth Heroine statue, you can use the Sheikah Sensor to detect nearby treasure chests, which may contain clues or helpful items.
Specific examples and scenarios include using the Gerudo outfit to blend in with the townspeople and avoid suspicion, as well as using the Thunder Helm to explore areas with frequent thunderstorms without worrying about lightning strikes. The helm is particularly useful in the Faron region, where thunderstorms are common, and in battles against electric-based enemies like Lizalfos or Wizzrobes.
In summary, obtaining the Thunder Helm requires completing a series of side quests in Gerudo Town after finishing the Divine Beast Vah Naboris quest. By following the steps outlined above and preparing adequately, you can add this powerful piece of equipment to your inventory and enhance your ability to survive and thrive in the harsh environments of Hyrule.