Navigating the torrential rains of the Lanayru region brings Link face to face with Prince Sidon, initiating one of the most memorable main quests in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Tasked with stopping the rampaging Divine Beast Vah Ruta, Link must journey through treacherous mountain paths and overcome formidable enemies before boarding the gigantic aquatic machine. Successfully completing this storyline requires careful preparation, resource management, and strategic combat tactics.
Meeting Prince Sidon and Reaching Zora's Domain
The quest begins at Inogo Bridge, where Prince Sidon recruits Link to help save Zora's Domain from relentless downpours. The trek up the Zora River is lined with Electric Lizalfos and Octoroks that utilize ranged lightning attacks, making wooden shields and non-conductive armor highly advantageous. Players keeping up with daily gaming news often point out that utilizing Cryonis to create ice blocks along the river can provide essential cover during intense skirmishes.
Upon reaching Zora's Domain, Link meets King Dorephan to receive the Zora Armor, a key item that allows swimming up waterfalls. Equipping this armor is essential for navigating the terrain ahead and efficiently ascending vertical waterways during exploration. After speaking with the domain's elders, Link learns that Shock Arrows are required to power down Vah Ruta's control mechanisms.
Collecting Shock Arrows from Ploymus Mountain
To gather the necessary ammunition, Link must venture to Ploymus Mountain and face the territorial Lynel guarding Shatterback Point. Engaging the Lynel in direct combat is extremely dangerous for early-game players due to its aggressive charge attacks and massive health pool. Sneaking around the area using stealth-boosting food or armor allows players to collect twenty Shock Arrows embedded in nearby trees without drawing the beast's ire.
If combat becomes unavoidable, relying on perfect dodges and Flurry Rushes offers the safest opportunity to land damage. Bringing high-defense meals and elixirs that boost movement speed can help dodge the Lynel's fireballs and sword swings. Once twenty Shock Arrows are secured, Link can meet Sidon at the East Reservoir Lake to initiate the assault on Vah Ruta.
Assaulting Divine Beast Vah Ruta and Combat Tips
The battle against Vah Ruta takes place on the surface of the reservoir, with Link riding on Prince Sidon's back. As the Divine Beast fires ice blocks at Link, players must quickly destroy them using Cryonis or precise arrow shots to keep Sidon safe. Timing is critical, as failing to shatter the incoming ice projectiles will knock Link into the water and reset the positioning sequence.
After neutralizing the ice attacks, Sidon swims close to the waterfalls generated by Vah Ruta, allowing Link to swim up them using the Zora Armor. Launching into the air at the peak of the waterfall triggers slow-motion archery mode, giving players time to hit the pink glowing orbs with Shock Arrows. Repeating this process four times disables the Divine Beast's water defense systems and grants access to the dungeon interior.
Preparing for the Internal Dungeon and Boss Battle
Inside Vah Ruta, Link must solve five terminal puzzles by manipulating the beast's giant water wheel using the Sheikah Slate map interface. Mastering the control of the water flow allows players to reach high platforms and align gear mechanisms correctly. Clearing the corruption pools and defeating Guardian Scouts along the way ensures a smooth path to the main control unit.
The quest culminates in a showdown against Waterblight Ganon, a boss that utilizes a massive spear and ice attacks. In the second phase, when the arena fills with water, utilizing Cryonis to build standing platforms is essential for dodging attacks and launching counterattacks. Defeating Waterblight Ganon rewards Link with Mipha's Grace and completes the Sidon storyline, restoring peace to Zora's Domain.
