How to Flip Over Broken Guardians
To flip over broken guardians, you can use Cyonis to flip them over, which is the easiest way to access the ancient parts underneath, especially when they are found in shallow water. This method is particularly useful when dealing with decayed guardians that have items underneath them, and it’s essential to note that not all guardians have items, as each is specifically coded to have them or not.
Understanding Guardians and Their Weaknesses
Guardians are powerful enemies in the game, but they have weaknesses that can be exploited to defeat them or flip them over.
Flipping Broken Guardians
Method and Precautions
When flipping broken guardians, it’s crucial to be aware of your surroundings and any potential dangers, such as other enemies or hazards.
FAQs
1. How Do You Damage Guardians?
The single best weapon you can use to damage guardians is an Ancient Arrow, which can instantly kill them when fired from a decent bow into their eye.
2. What is the Guardian Weakness?
The only real weak point guardians have is their eye, which can be used to your advantage by shooting it directly with any arrow to temporarily stun them.
3. Can You Buy Ancient Cores?
Yes, you can purchase ancient cores from traveling merchant Teli, who appears on the road between Hateno Village and Fort Hateno and sells them during ‘Rainy Day Specials’.
4. How Do You Get the Guardian Sword++?
Guardian Sword++ can be obtained by defeating a Guardian Scout IV in the Shrine of Trials, such as in shrines labeled ‘A Major Test of Strength’.
5. How Do You Parry Guardians?
To parry guardians, stand in front of them with your shield raised, wait for them to lock on, and press the A button as soon as you see the energy building around their eye.
6. Can You Defeat a Guardian?
Yes, you can defeat a guardian using an Ancient Arrow or other ancient weapons, which are the most effective against them.
7. What is the Best Weapon Against Guardians?
The best weapons against guardians are Guardian or Ancient Weapons, which are marked by their blue glow and a slight hum when equipped.
8. Can You Get Ancient Cores from Dead Guardians?
Yes, ancient cores can be found by taking down guardians or searching decayed guardians in ruins.
9. What Do You Do with Ancient Parts in Zelda?
Ancient parts can be used to purchase the Ancient Armor Set and Ancient Weapons from the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab, or they can be sold for a fair price.
10. Does Teli Sell Ancient Cores?
Yes, Teli sells ancient cores on rainy days, in addition to ancient screws, springs, and gears.
11. What is the Fastest Way to Get Ancient Gear?
The most efficient way to collect ancient gear is to head to the area around Hyrule Castle, which is teeming with guardians that drop the required parts when defeated.
12. What is the Best Ancient Gear?
The Ultimate Ancient Gear Golem is considered the best ancient gear, with an enormous statline that makes it difficult for most monsters to stand up against it.
13. How Do You Get 9 Ancient Cores?
Ancient cores can be obtained by defeating specific enemies, including Guardian Scouts Three and Four, Guardian Skywatchers, Guardian Stalkers, Guardian Turrets, and Sentries.
14. How Rare is a Giant Ancient Core?
Giant ancient cores are rare, with a 0.5% chance of being dropped by guardians, making them highly sought after for their value and utility.
15. Do Elder Guardians Respawn?
No, Elder Guardians do not respawn after dying, and upon perishing, they can drop valuable items like prismarine shards or prismarine crystals.