How do I complete the "The Thunder Helm" side quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?
To complete "The Thunder Helm" side quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you must help the Gerudo people in Gerudo Town by completing a series of smaller quests. This quest is tied to the Gerudo Champion, Riju, and her prized possession, the Thunder Helm, which is said to protect its wearer from lightning. The quest becomes available after you have freed Vah Naboris, the Divine Beast in the Gerudo region, and spoken to Riju in Gerudo Town. Here is a detailed guide to help you complete this quest.
First, you need to speak to Riju in the throne room of Gerudo Town. She will explain that the Thunder Helm is a sacred relic of the Gerudo and that she cannot lend it to you until you have proven yourself by helping the townspeople. This means you must complete four specific side quests given by the Gerudo residents. These quests are "The Mystery Polluter," "The Search for Barta," "Medicinal Molduga," and "The Eighth Heroine."
The first quest, "The Mystery Polluter," involves finding the source of the foul smell in Gerudo Town. Speak to Dalia, who is near the town's water reservoir. She will ask you to investigate the smell. Climb up to the rooftop near the reservoir and look for a group of sand seals. One of them is causing the smell by defecating near the water. Use a bomb to clear the area, then return to Dalia to complete the quest.
Next, "The Search for Barta" requires you to find a missing Gerudo named Barta. Speak to Malena, who is worried about her friend. Barta can be found in the Gerudo Canyon, near the entrance to the desert. She is trapped in a Yiga Clan hideout. Defeat the Yiga members and free Barta, then escort her back to Gerudo Town. Once she is safe, return to Malena to complete the quest.
The third quest, "Medicinal Molduga," involves obtaining Molduga guts for a sick Gerudo child. Speak to Liana, who is in the town's infirmary. She will ask you to bring her Molduga guts. Moldugas are large, sand-dwelling creatures found in the Gerudo Desert. To defeat a Molduga, use bombs to lure it out of the sand, then attack it with powerful weapons. Once you have the guts, return to Liana to complete the quest.
The final quest, "The Eighth Heroine," is a bit more complex. Speak to Bozai, who is running in circles near the town's entrance. He will tell you about a legendary eighth heroine statue hidden in the Gerudo Highlands. Travel to the Gerudo Highlands and locate the statue. Take a picture of it, then return to Bozai to complete the quest.
Once all four quests are completed, return to Riju in the throne room. She will reward you with the Thunder Helm, which grants immunity to lightning strikes. This is particularly useful in areas with frequent thunderstorms or when fighting enemies that use electric attacks.
Some important tips and considerations include preparing for combat, especially when facing Moldugas and Yiga Clan members. Make sure you have strong weapons, armor, and healing items. For the Molduga fight, using bomb arrows can be very effective. Additionally, having the Sheikah Sensor upgraded to detect treasure chests can help you locate the Yiga hideout more easily.
Common mistakes to avoid include not fully exploring the Gerudo Canyon for Barta, as she can be easy to miss. Also, make sure to take a clear picture of the Eighth Heroine statue, as a blurry or incorrect image will not count. Another mistake is not bringing enough healing items for the Molduga fight, as it can be a tough battle.
Advanced techniques or optimizations include using stealth to avoid unnecessary fights with Yiga Clan members and using the environment to your advantage during the Molduga fight. For example, standing on high ground can make it easier to bomb the Molduga without getting hit.
Required items and preparation include strong weapons, armor, and healing items. It is also helpful to have the Sheikah Sensor upgraded and a camera rune to take pictures. If you have the Master Sword, it can be very useful in these quests.
Alternative approaches include using different strategies for the Molduga fight, such as using elemental arrows or the Urbosa's Fury ability if you have it. You can also use stealth to avoid some Yiga Clan members if you prefer not to fight them.
Specific examples and scenarios include the Molduga fight, where you can use the environment to your advantage by standing on rocks or ruins to avoid its attacks. Another example is the Yiga hideout, where you can use stealth to sneak past some enemies or use the environment to create distractions.
By following these steps and tips, you should be able to complete "The Thunder Helm" side quest and obtain the powerful Thunder Helm, which will be a valuable asset in your adventures across Hyrule.
First, you need to speak to Riju in the throne room of Gerudo Town. She will explain that the Thunder Helm is a sacred relic of the Gerudo and that she cannot lend it to you until you have proven yourself by helping the townspeople. This means you must complete four specific side quests given by the Gerudo residents. These quests are "The Mystery Polluter," "The Search for Barta," "Medicinal Molduga," and "The Eighth Heroine."
The first quest, "The Mystery Polluter," involves finding the source of the foul smell in Gerudo Town. Speak to Dalia, who is near the town's water reservoir. She will ask you to investigate the smell. Climb up to the rooftop near the reservoir and look for a group of sand seals. One of them is causing the smell by defecating near the water. Use a bomb to clear the area, then return to Dalia to complete the quest.
Next, "The Search for Barta" requires you to find a missing Gerudo named Barta. Speak to Malena, who is worried about her friend. Barta can be found in the Gerudo Canyon, near the entrance to the desert. She is trapped in a Yiga Clan hideout. Defeat the Yiga members and free Barta, then escort her back to Gerudo Town. Once she is safe, return to Malena to complete the quest.
The third quest, "Medicinal Molduga," involves obtaining Molduga guts for a sick Gerudo child. Speak to Liana, who is in the town's infirmary. She will ask you to bring her Molduga guts. Moldugas are large, sand-dwelling creatures found in the Gerudo Desert. To defeat a Molduga, use bombs to lure it out of the sand, then attack it with powerful weapons. Once you have the guts, return to Liana to complete the quest.
The final quest, "The Eighth Heroine," is a bit more complex. Speak to Bozai, who is running in circles near the town's entrance. He will tell you about a legendary eighth heroine statue hidden in the Gerudo Highlands. Travel to the Gerudo Highlands and locate the statue. Take a picture of it, then return to Bozai to complete the quest.
Once all four quests are completed, return to Riju in the throne room. She will reward you with the Thunder Helm, which grants immunity to lightning strikes. This is particularly useful in areas with frequent thunderstorms or when fighting enemies that use electric attacks.
Some important tips and considerations include preparing for combat, especially when facing Moldugas and Yiga Clan members. Make sure you have strong weapons, armor, and healing items. For the Molduga fight, using bomb arrows can be very effective. Additionally, having the Sheikah Sensor upgraded to detect treasure chests can help you locate the Yiga hideout more easily.
Common mistakes to avoid include not fully exploring the Gerudo Canyon for Barta, as she can be easy to miss. Also, make sure to take a clear picture of the Eighth Heroine statue, as a blurry or incorrect image will not count. Another mistake is not bringing enough healing items for the Molduga fight, as it can be a tough battle.
Advanced techniques or optimizations include using stealth to avoid unnecessary fights with Yiga Clan members and using the environment to your advantage during the Molduga fight. For example, standing on high ground can make it easier to bomb the Molduga without getting hit.
Required items and preparation include strong weapons, armor, and healing items. It is also helpful to have the Sheikah Sensor upgraded and a camera rune to take pictures. If you have the Master Sword, it can be very useful in these quests.
Alternative approaches include using different strategies for the Molduga fight, such as using elemental arrows or the Urbosa's Fury ability if you have it. You can also use stealth to avoid some Yiga Clan members if you prefer not to fight them.
Specific examples and scenarios include the Molduga fight, where you can use the environment to your advantage by standing on rocks or ruins to avoid its attacks. Another example is the Yiga hideout, where you can use stealth to sneak past some enemies or use the environment to create distractions.
By following these steps and tips, you should be able to complete "The Thunder Helm" side quest and obtain the powerful Thunder Helm, which will be a valuable asset in your adventures across Hyrule.