Journey Through Time: Ocarina of Time Walkthrough-The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, a timeless classic that revolutionized 3D adventure games, continues to hold a special place in the hearts of gamers. Embark on a journey as Link, a young Kokiri boy destined to save Hyrule. This walkthrough will guide you through the main story, dungeons, and essential items to conquer the evil Ganondorf.
Kokiri Forest: Awakening the Hero
A Familiar Kokiri Start: The adventure begins in the peaceful Kokiri Forest. Navi, your fairy companion, awakens you with news of the Great Deku Tree’s illness. Explore the forest, speak to the Kokiri children, and learn the Slingshot from the slingshot-loving kids.
Goron Link: Head to the Deku Tree, solve simple puzzles using the Slingshot, and face Queen Gohma, the first boss. Upon defeating her, you’ll receive the Kokiri Emerald and awaken as an adult.
Hyrule Field and Kakariko Village: Seven years have passed! Explore the vast Hyrule Field and head to Kakariko Village. Meet Saria, the now-grown Sage of Forest, and learn the Song of Time from Sheik, a mysterious Sheikah.
Temple of Time and the Master Sword: Travel to the Temple of Time, now in ruins. Play the Song of Time to unlock the Door of Time and claim the legendary Master Sword. This act sends you back to your childhood.
Reuniting the Spiritual Stones
Goron City and Dodongo’s Cavern: Return to the Great Deku Tree to speak with his spirit. Your next task is to collect the three Spiritual Stones. Head to Goron City on Death Mountain. Help the Gorons by bringing them Hot Milk from the Lon Lon Ranch using your newly acquired horse, Epona. Gain access to Dodongo’s Cavern and defeat the fiery boss, King Dodongo, with the Bomb Bag you receive from the Gorons.
Zora’s Domain and Jabu-Jabu’s Belly: Travel to Zora’s Domain on Zora’s River. Help Princess Ruto by retrieving her Zora Sapphire from inside Lord Jabu-Jabu’s belly. Utilize the newly acquired Hookshot to navigate the watery maze and defeat Barinade, the boss residing within.
Song of Storms and Inside the Well: Return to Kakariko Village as a child. Learn the Song of Storms from Guru-Guru by playing your Ocarina near his windmill. Play the Song of Storms at the well to reveal a hidden entrance. Inside, obtain the Lens of Truth, an essential item for revealing secrets.
Awakening the Temples and the Ocarina of Time
Forest Temple: With the Kokiri Emerald, head back to the Deku Tree as an adult. Use the Lens of Truth to reveal hidden pathways within the forest and navigate the Forest Temple. Utilize the Boomerang, acquired inside, to solve puzzles and defeat Phantom Ganon, the temple’s boss.
Fire Temple: With the Goron Ruby, revisit Death Mountain as an adult. Use the Goron Bracelet to move heavy objects and navigate the Fire Temple. Equip the Din’s Fire spell, learned within the temple, to melt ice and defeat Volvagia, the fiery boss.
Water Temple: With the Zora Sapphire, return to Zora’s Domain as an adult. Use the Zora’s Flippers to navigate underwater sections and solve puzzles within the Water Temple. The Iron Boots, acquired inside, help you sink in water. Defeat Morpha, the shapeshifting boss, to claim its heart.
Spirit Temple and Gerudo Fortress: Travel to the Gerudo Desert as an adult. Navigate the Gerudo Fortress by disguising yourself as a Gerudo woman with Gerudo’s Mask. Use the Mirror Shield, obtained within the fortress, to reflect light beams and solve puzzles in the Spirit Temple. Vanquish Twinrova, the grotesque boss, to earn the Spirit Temple’s heart.
Song of Light and Ganondorf’s Castle: Return to the Temple of Time and play the Song of Light on the central pedestal. This unlocks the final challenge: Ganondorf’s Castle. Equip the Light Arrows, obtained within the Spirit Temple, to pierce Ganondorf’s dark magic shield. Utilize all your skills and the Master Sword to defeat Ganondorf and restore peace to Hyrule.
FAQs
What are the Spiritual Stones, and how do I get them?
There are three Spiritual Stones: the Kokiri Emerald, the Goron Ruby, and the Zora Sapphire. You need all three to access the final challenge.
The Kokiri Emerald is obtained by defeating Queen Gohma within the Deku Tree as a child.
The Goron Ruby is earned by defeating King Dodongo in Dodongo’s Cavern after helping the Gorons on Death Mountain.
The Zora Sapphire is retrieved from Lord Jabu-Jabu’s belly by defeating Barinade after assisting Princess Ruto.
Any tips for specific bosses?
Sure! Here are some pointers for some key bosses:
Queen Gohma: Use your Slingshot to target her glowing eyes and then attack with your sword.
King Dodongo: Use bombs to blow up the Dodongo minions and then attack the exposed mouth of King Dodongo with your sword.
Barinade: Use the Hookshot to grab onto the blue orbs Barinade shoots and fling them back at him to damage him.
Phantom Ganon: Use the Boomerang to stun him and then attack with your sword. Be aware of his ranged attacks and dodge accordingly.
Are there any missable items?
Yes, some items are only obtainable during specific points in the child or adult timeline. Using a detailed walkthrough can help ensure you collect everything.
What are the Gerudo Training Grounds?
Located in the Gerudo Desert, these challenge areas test your combat and puzzle-solving skills. Completing them earns you valuable rewards like the Ice Arrows.
What do I do with Gold Skulltula Tokens?
Collect these golden spider tokens hidden throughout Hyrule. Trade them at the Skulltula Shop in Kakariko Village for valuable items like extra Heart Containers or the Giant Wallet for carrying more rupees.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time transcends a simple walkthrough. It’s an unforgettable journey steeped in exploration, discovery, and overcoming challenges. As you conquer dungeons, solve puzzles, and master the Ocarina of Time’s melodies, you forge a lasting connection with Hyrule and its vibrant characters. The time-traveling mechanic adds another layer of depth, allowing you to revisit cherished locations and witness the world’s transformation.
To read more, Click here
