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Important Notes

Important Notes for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild



This section covers critical warnings, irreversible choices, missable content, difficulty spikes, save management pitfalls, and common regrets that new and returning players should know before venturing into Hyrule. Read this carefully to avoid frustration and ensure you don't lock yourself out of key rewards or content.

⚠️ Warnings & Pitfalls



  • Weapons Break Permanently: Every weapon, shield, and bow in the game has a finite durability. Once it breaks, it is gone forever. Do not become too attached to any single weapon. Always have backup weapons and use weaker ones against easy enemies.

  • Stamina Management is Crucial: Running, climbing, gliding, and swimming all consume stamina. If your wheel empties while climbing or swimming, you will fall or drown, often losing progress and taking damage. Always carry stamina-restoring food or elixirs, especially when exploring mountains or crossing rivers.

  • Weather Affects Gameplay: Cold (Snowy Mountains, Hebra) and hot (Gerudo Desert, Death Mountain) regions require proper gear or elixirs to survive. Without cold resistance, you take damage over time. Without heat resistance, you'll burn and flame weapons will detonate. Rain makes surfaces slippery, greatly reducing climb speed – avoid climbing during storms.

  • Horses Are Not Permanent: Horses can die if they take too much damage in combat. If your horse is killed, you must revive it at a specific stable or find a new horse. Always dismount before heavy fighting or use the Ancient Saddle (DLC) to summon your horse instantly.

  • Guardians Are Extremely Dangerous Early Game: Decayed Guardians and Skywatchers have powerful laser beams that can one-shot a low-heart Link. Avoid them until you have upgraded armor (e.g., Ancient Armor) or a good shield to parry the lasers.

  • The Master Sword Costs Hearts: To pull the Master Sword from its pedestal in the Lost Woods, you need a total of 13 full heart containers (not including temporary hearts from food). Do not trade all your hearts for stamina at the Goddess Statues – you need at least 13 hearts for this key weapon.

  • Don't Rush the Main Quest: The game's true strength lies in exploration. Completing all four Divine Beasts and fighting Ganon triggers a final boss that is surprisingly easy if you have good gear. Take your time to explore, complete shrines, and upgrade armor.


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