Where Can I Buy Gibdo Bones in Tears of the Kingdom?
The straightforward answer is: You cannot buy Gibdo Bones in Tears of the Kingdom. Unlike some other materials you might find at vendors across Hyrule, Gibdo Bones must be acquired by defeating Gibdos. These zombie-like creatures are primarily found in the Gerudo Desert and its depths, making your ability to amass Gibdo Bones dependent on your combat prowess. This guide will delve deeper into the locations of Gibdos, their associated loot, and the best ways to utilize the powerful, yet fragile, Gibdo Bones.
Understanding Gibdo Bones and Their Use
Gibdo Bones are a unique resource in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom known for their potent, albeit short-lived, attack boost. They are categorized as a monster part and can be fused to weapons and arrows. Due to their low durability, Gibdo Bones break quickly when attached to melee weapons, making their effectiveness best suited to a single, powerful strike or for increasing the damage output of arrows. These bones are an exceptional tool for delivering a burst of damage, especially against formidable foes or to exploit vulnerabilities.
Why Gibdo Bones Aren’t Sold
The in-game lore suggests that Gibdo Bones are a product of a specific type of monster, which spawns from unique environmental conditions within the Gerudo Desert and Depths. These monsters are not farmed or cultivated; they are manifestations of the desert’s harsh realities, adding to the reason why they cannot be purchased from a vendor. You must actively seek them out, brave the desert landscape and the underground tunnels, and defeat them. This makes farming Gibdo Bones a task that requires preparation and skill, further reinforcing the game’s emphasis on exploration and combat.
Where to Find Gibdos and Farm Gibdo Bones
Gibdos are primarily encountered in two key locations:
- Gerudo Desert: On the surface, Gibdos spawn from large, glowing mushrooms that erupt from the sand. These encounters are common, especially in areas where the sand shroud is present (before completing the Lightning Temple).
- Gerudo Desert Depths: Even after dispelling the sand shroud on the surface, Gibdos continue to spawn in the Depths beneath Gerudo territory. This includes areas such as the Gerudo Underground Cemetery.
To effectively farm Gibdo Bones, you should explore these areas, looking for the glowing mushrooms or any Gibdo encounters in the depths. Remember, the Gibdos are often found in groups, so be prepared for multiple engagements.
Utilizing Gibdo Bones Effectively
While their fragile nature might seem like a drawback, there are strategic ways to utilize Gibdo Bones:
- Arrow Fusions: Attaching a Gibdo Bone to an arrow drastically increases the arrow’s damage, making it ideal for targeting weak points or delivering a single, devastating hit. This is where Gibdo Bones excel.
- One-Shot Melee Attacks: Fuse Gibdo Bones to high-damage weapons to deliver a single, crushing blow, followed by a quick weapon switch to a more durable option to avoid losing the initial weapon.
- Upgrade Material: Gibdo Bones are a necessary material for upgrading certain armor sets, such as the Radiant Set and Sand Boots.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Gibdo Bones
1. Can I buy Gibdo Wings?
No, you cannot buy Gibdo Wings. Like Gibdo Bones, they are loot obtained by defeating Moth Gibdos. These creatures are found alongside their Gibdo counterparts and may require you to navigate a challenging environment. Gibdo Wings can be used to create arrows and thrown weapons that fly farther, or they can be used as an upgrade material.
2. How many Gibdo Bones do I need for upgrades?
You need a significant number of Gibdo Bones to fully upgrade the Radiant Set and Sand Boots. Specifically, you need 10 Gibdo Bones per piece for the Radiant Mask, Radiant Shirt, and Radiant Tights, totaling 30 for the full set. For the Sand Boots, you need 20 Gibdo Bones to reach the second star level.
3. Do Gibdos stop spawning?
Yes, Gibdos stop spawning in the overworld after you complete the Gerudo Sage quest. However, they continue to spawn in the Depths below Gerudo territory. This makes the depths the primary farming location for Gibdo Bones post-main quest.
4. How easily do Gibdo Bones break?
Gibdo Bones are extremely fragile when fused to melee weapons. They typically break after only one or two hits. Therefore, avoid long fights where multiple weapon swings are expected.
5. What is the best weapon for fighting Gibdos?
Spears and swords are recommended for fighting Gibdos due to their quicker attack speed compared to claymores. Additionally, having all of your Sages active will help target and defeat Gibdos, making the fights easier.
6. Can I fuse other bones, like Bokoblin Arms?
Yes, Bokoblin Arms can be fused to weapons. Similar to Gibdo Bones, they add significant damage but also break easily.
7. Do Gibdo Bones add durability to weapons?
No, Gibdo Bones do not add durability. Instead, they greatly increase the damage of weapons but have a very low durability themselves, breaking after just a few strikes.
8. Where can I farm Gibdo Wings?
Moth Gibdos drop Gibdo Wings. Additionally, you can collect 5 Gibdo Wings once every Blood Moon at the soldier barracks to the left of Riju’s throne room, next to where Patricia gives prophecies if fed a Splash Fruit.
9. Are Gibdos and Redeads the same?
Gibdos and Redeads are different, though they share similarities. Gibdos are always mummified, while Redeads are not. Gibdos predate Redeads by several games. Historically, Gibdos in older games were often based on Redead models, adding to confusion, but they are separate entities now.
10. Is fusing Gibdo Bones always a good idea?
Fusing Gibdo Bones to melee weapons is not a good idea for long battles since they break quickly. However, fusing them to arrows is an excellent use due to the substantial damage boost they provide.
11. How do I fight Queen Gibdo?
During the Lightning Temple boss fight, Queen Gibdo is vulnerable to lightning. Riju’s lightning ability is the most effective, but Yunobo’s ability can also help. Attaching Gibdo Bones to arrows will drastically increase the damage you deal to her.
12. How can I beat Queen Gibdo without arrows?
When Queen Gibdo collapses, you can attack her with powerful melee weapons. Using faster weapons like spears or swords is recommended.
13. What should I do if I run out of Gibdo Bones?
If you run out of Gibdo Bones, you must return to the Gerudo Desert or its Depths and defeat more Gibdos. It’s an activity that must be undertaken regularly, especially for those seeking to upgrade their equipment.
14. Are Gibdo Bones overpowered?
Gibdo Bones offer a very high damage boost for one hit. For example, when attached to a 5x Lynel bow, they are indeed considered powerful due to the 350 base damage, that increases to 700 damage on weak spots.
15. Is there any other way to get gibdo bones other than fighting gibdos?
No. You have to obtain Gibdo Bones by defeating Gibdos. There are no other ways to get them.
Conclusion
In Tears of the Kingdom, Gibdo Bones are a valuable resource despite their fragility. While you can’t buy them, their potent attack power, especially when fused to arrows, makes the hunt for them well worth it. By knowing where to find Gibdos and how to utilize Gibdo Bones effectively, you’ll be well-equipped to overcome the challenges that await in Hyrule. Be sure to explore the Gerudo Desert and its Depths to find the source of this powerful material.