How do I solve the "The Forgotten Sword" shrine quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?

The "Forgotten Sword" shrine quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a shrine quest that leads you to the Keo Ruug Shrine in the Korok Forest. This quest involves solving a riddle to uncover the shrine's location. HereÔÇÖs a detailed guide on how to complete it.

To start the quest, you need to speak to an NPC named Laruta, a Korok child, who is located near the Great Deku Tree in the Korok Forest. Laruta will give you a riddle: "The forest is full of lost children. They all went to play in the forest, but got lost and became Koroks. They are hiding all over the forest, waiting for someone to find them. If you can find all of them, maybe you can find the shrine too."

The riddle is a clue that you need to find and interact with five hidden Koroks scattered around the Korok Forest. These Koroks are not marked on the map, so youÔÇÖll need to explore the area carefully. Each Korok is hiding in a specific location, and interacting with them will reveal a glowing orb. You need to collect all five orbs and place them in their respective pedestals to unlock the Keo Ruug Shrine.

HereÔÇÖs a step-by-step guide to finding the Koroks and solving the quest:

1. Start by speaking to Laruta near the Great Deku Tree to receive the riddle. Make sure you have some stamina and a few weapons, as youÔÇÖll need to climb and explore the forest.

2. The first Korok is located near the entrance of the Korok Forest. Look for a small tree stump with a leaf symbol on it. Step on the stump to reveal the Korok and collect the orb.

3. The second Korok is hidden in a tree near the center of the forest. Climb the tree and look for a small platform with a leaf symbol. Step on it to reveal the Korok and collect the orb.

4. The third Korok is located near a small pond in the forest. Look for a rock near the waterÔÇÖs edge. Lift the rock to reveal the Korok and collect the orb.

5. The fourth Korok is hidden in a patch of flowers. Look for a group of yellow flowers and interact with them to reveal the Korok and collect the orb.

6. The fifth Korok is located near the Great Deku Tree. Look for a small platform with a leaf symbol on it. Step on it to reveal the Korok and collect the orb.

Once you have collected all five orbs, you need to place them in their respective pedestals. The pedestals are located near the Great Deku Tree. Each pedestal has a symbol that matches the symbol on the orbs. Place each orb in the correct pedestal to unlock the Keo Ruug Shrine.

Important tips and considerations:
- Make sure to explore the forest thoroughly. The Koroks are well-hidden, and you may need to climb trees and search under rocks to find them.
- Use your Sheikah Sensor to detect the Koroks. The sensor can be set to detect Koroks, making it easier to find them.
- Be prepared for combat. The Korok Forest is home to some enemies, so make sure you have weapons and armor ready.
- Save your game before interacting with the Koroks. If you make a mistake, you can reload your save and try again.

Common mistakes to avoid:
- Missing a Korok. Make sure to check all the locations carefully to ensure you donÔÇÖt miss any.
- Placing the orbs in the wrong pedestals. Each orb has a specific symbol that matches a pedestal, so make sure to place them correctly.

Advanced techniques or optimizations:
- Use the Paraglider to navigate the forest quickly. This can save time when searching for the Koroks.
- Use the Stasis rune to detect hidden objects. This can help you find the Koroks more easily.

Required items and preparation:
- Weapons and armor for combat.
- Stamina for climbing and exploring.
- Sheikah Sensor to detect Koroks.

Alternative approaches:
- If youÔÇÖre having trouble finding the Koroks, you can use a guide or map to locate them.
- You can also ask other players for help or watch videos online to see where the Koroks are located.

Specific examples and scenarios:
- If youÔÇÖre having trouble finding the Korok in the tree, try climbing different trees in the forest until you find the one with the platform.
- If youÔÇÖre having trouble finding the Korok near the pond, try lifting different rocks near the waterÔÇÖs edge until you find the one with the Korok.

By following these steps and tips, you should be able to complete the "Forgotten Sword" shrine quest and unlock the Keo Ruug Shrine in the Korok Forest. Good luck!