How do I start the "The Thunder Magnet" side quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?

To start "The Thunder Magnet" side quest in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you need to travel to the Faron region, specifically to the Lakeside Stable located southeast of Lake Floria. This quest involves helping an NPC named Kass, who is a Rito bard, solve a riddle related to a shrine hidden in the area. The quest is tied to the Shae Katha Shrine, which is one of the many shrines in the game that require solving a puzzle to unlock.

First, you need to ensure you have the necessary equipment and items. Since this quest involves dealing with thunderstorms, it is highly recommended to have the Rubber Armor set or at least one piece of it to reduce the risk of being struck by lightning. If you donÔÇÖt have the Rubber Armor, you can find it in various locations: the Rubber Helm is in the Qukah Nata Shrine, the Rubber Armor is in the Toh Yahsa Shrine, and the Rubber Tights are in the Ridgeland Tower region. Alternatively, you can use food or elixirs that provide shock resistance, but these are temporary solutions.

Once you arrive at the Lakeside Stable, you will find Kass standing near the entrance. Speak to him, and he will sing a riddle that hints at the location of the shrine. The riddle goes like this: "When lightning strikes the dragonÔÇÖs mouth, the shrine will rise from the earth." This riddle is a clue that you need to wait for a thunderstorm and then use a metal weapon to attract lightning to a specific spot.

The next step is to locate the dragonÔÇÖs mouth. Head northeast from the stable towards the Floria Bridge. Near the bridge, you will find a large stone structure that resembles a dragonÔÇÖs head. This is the "dragonÔÇÖs mouth" mentioned in the riddle. When a thunderstorm occurs, you need to place a metal weapon or shield near the dragonÔÇÖs mouth. The lightning will strike the metal object, causing the shrine to appear.

To optimize this process, you can wait for a thunderstorm by resting at the stable until the weather changes. Thunderstorms are more common in the Faron region, so you shouldnÔÇÖt have to wait too long. Once the storm begins, equip a metal weapon or shield and drop it near the dragonÔÇÖs mouth. Be careful not to hold the metal item, as this will make you a target for lightning. Instead, drop it on the ground and step back to a safe distance.

A common mistake is not having a metal weapon or shield to drop. Make sure you have at least one metal item in your inventory before attempting this quest. Another mistake is standing too close to the metal object when the lightning strikes, which can result in taking damage. Always maintain a safe distance after dropping the metal item.

Advanced techniques include using the Thunder Helm, which provides complete immunity to lightning strikes. This item is obtained by completing all four Divine Beasts and then helping the Gerudo people in Gerudo Town. If you have the Thunder Helm, you can safely hold a metal weapon during the thunderstorm, making the process quicker and easier.

Once the lightning strikes the metal object, the Shae Katha Shrine will rise from the ground. Enter the shrine to complete the quest and receive your reward, which includes a Spirit Orb. This orb can be used to increase your health or stamina at a Goddess Statue.

In summary, to start and complete "The Thunder Magnet" side quest, you need to travel to the Lakeside Stable, speak to Kass, and solve the riddle by attracting lightning to the dragonÔÇÖs mouth during a thunderstorm. Prepare by having a metal weapon or shield, and consider using the Rubber Armor or Thunder Helm for safety. Wait for a thunderstorm, drop the metal item near the dragonÔÇÖs mouth, and step back to avoid being struck. Once the shrine appears, enter it to complete the quest and receive your reward.