How do I unlock the "The Test of Wood" shrine quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?
To unlock "The Test of Wood" shrine quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you need to complete a series of steps that involve interacting with an NPC, solving a puzzle, and navigating a specific area. This quest is tied to the Muwo Jeem Shrine, which is located in the Faron region. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide on how to unlock and complete this shrine quest.
First, you need to travel to the Faron region, specifically to the area near the Lakeside Stable. The stable is located southeast of the Great Plateau, near Lake Floria. Once you arrive at the stable, look for an NPC named Shoda. Shoda is a Hylian who will give you the shrine quest. He is usually found near the stable, often sitting or standing close to the cooking pot. Speak to him, and he will explain that he has been trying to solve a riddle related to a nearby shrine. The riddle mentions a "forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear" and a "forest dwellerÔÇÖs shield," which are key to unlocking the shrine.
The next step is to obtain the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield. These items are not found in the immediate area, so you will need to travel to the Korok Forest, located in the Great Hyrule Forest. The Korok Forest is home to the Master Sword and is accessible through the Lost Woods. To reach the Korok Forest, enter the Lost Woods from the north side of Hyrule Field. The path through the Lost Woods requires you to follow the direction of the wind and the embers in the air. If you go the wrong way, you will be sent back to the entrance, so pay close attention to the environment.
Once you reach the Korok Forest, you can find the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield in various locations. The spear can often be found near the Deku Tree, while the shield is sometimes carried by Koroks or found in treasure chests. If you donÔÇÖt find them immediately, you can also purchase these items from the Korok merchant, Hestu, who is located near the entrance of the forest. Hestu will sell the spear and shield in exchange for Korok seeds, which you can collect by solving Korok puzzles throughout Hyrule.
After obtaining the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield, return to Shoda at the Lakeside Stable. Equip both items and speak to him again. He will acknowledge that you have the correct items and will direct you to the location of the shrine. The shrine is hidden in a cave near the stable, but it is only accessible if you are carrying the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield. If you try to enter the cave without these items, the shrine will not appear.
Once you enter the cave with the spear and shield equipped, the Muwo Jeem Shrine will materialize. The shrine itself is relatively straightforward, but it requires you to use the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield to solve its puzzles. The puzzles involve using the spear to hit switches and the shield to deflect projectiles. Be careful not to break these items, as they are essential for completing the shrine. If you do break them, you will need to return to the Korok Forest to obtain replacements.
A common mistake players make is not bringing both the spear and shield to the cave. Without both items, the shrine will not appear, and you will need to backtrack to the Korok Forest. Another mistake is breaking the items during the shrineÔÇÖs puzzles, which can be frustrating and time-consuming. To avoid this, use the items carefully and consider bringing extra weapons and shields as backups.
For advanced players, there is an alternative approach to this quest. Instead of traveling to the Korok Forest, you can sometimes find the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield in other locations, such as enemy camps or treasure chests in the Faron region. However, these locations are less reliable, and the Korok Forest is the most consistent source for these items. Additionally, if you have already completed the quest and obtained the shrineÔÇÖs treasure, you can revisit the shrine to farm its rewards, such as ancient materials or weapons.
In summary, unlocking "The Test of Wood" shrine quest involves speaking to Shoda at the Lakeside Stable, obtaining the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield from the Korok Forest, and using these items to reveal the Muwo Jeem Shrine. Be sure to bring both items to the cave and use them carefully during the shrineÔÇÖs puzzles. With proper preparation and attention to detail, you can successfully complete this quest and gain access to the shrineÔÇÖs rewards.
First, you need to travel to the Faron region, specifically to the area near the Lakeside Stable. The stable is located southeast of the Great Plateau, near Lake Floria. Once you arrive at the stable, look for an NPC named Shoda. Shoda is a Hylian who will give you the shrine quest. He is usually found near the stable, often sitting or standing close to the cooking pot. Speak to him, and he will explain that he has been trying to solve a riddle related to a nearby shrine. The riddle mentions a "forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear" and a "forest dwellerÔÇÖs shield," which are key to unlocking the shrine.
The next step is to obtain the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield. These items are not found in the immediate area, so you will need to travel to the Korok Forest, located in the Great Hyrule Forest. The Korok Forest is home to the Master Sword and is accessible through the Lost Woods. To reach the Korok Forest, enter the Lost Woods from the north side of Hyrule Field. The path through the Lost Woods requires you to follow the direction of the wind and the embers in the air. If you go the wrong way, you will be sent back to the entrance, so pay close attention to the environment.
Once you reach the Korok Forest, you can find the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield in various locations. The spear can often be found near the Deku Tree, while the shield is sometimes carried by Koroks or found in treasure chests. If you donÔÇÖt find them immediately, you can also purchase these items from the Korok merchant, Hestu, who is located near the entrance of the forest. Hestu will sell the spear and shield in exchange for Korok seeds, which you can collect by solving Korok puzzles throughout Hyrule.
After obtaining the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield, return to Shoda at the Lakeside Stable. Equip both items and speak to him again. He will acknowledge that you have the correct items and will direct you to the location of the shrine. The shrine is hidden in a cave near the stable, but it is only accessible if you are carrying the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield. If you try to enter the cave without these items, the shrine will not appear.
Once you enter the cave with the spear and shield equipped, the Muwo Jeem Shrine will materialize. The shrine itself is relatively straightforward, but it requires you to use the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield to solve its puzzles. The puzzles involve using the spear to hit switches and the shield to deflect projectiles. Be careful not to break these items, as they are essential for completing the shrine. If you do break them, you will need to return to the Korok Forest to obtain replacements.
A common mistake players make is not bringing both the spear and shield to the cave. Without both items, the shrine will not appear, and you will need to backtrack to the Korok Forest. Another mistake is breaking the items during the shrineÔÇÖs puzzles, which can be frustrating and time-consuming. To avoid this, use the items carefully and consider bringing extra weapons and shields as backups.
For advanced players, there is an alternative approach to this quest. Instead of traveling to the Korok Forest, you can sometimes find the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield in other locations, such as enemy camps or treasure chests in the Faron region. However, these locations are less reliable, and the Korok Forest is the most consistent source for these items. Additionally, if you have already completed the quest and obtained the shrineÔÇÖs treasure, you can revisit the shrine to farm its rewards, such as ancient materials or weapons.
In summary, unlocking "The Test of Wood" shrine quest involves speaking to Shoda at the Lakeside Stable, obtaining the forest dwellerÔÇÖs spear and shield from the Korok Forest, and using these items to reveal the Muwo Jeem Shrine. Be sure to bring both items to the cave and use them carefully during the shrineÔÇÖs puzzles. With proper preparation and attention to detail, you can successfully complete this quest and gain access to the shrineÔÇÖs rewards.