How many hearts are recommended to fight Ganon?

The recommended number of hearts to fight Ganon is between 10-13, as some of Ganon’s attacks can take out 8 hearts at a time, and having a sufficient amount of hearts will ensure a safer and more successful battle. Additionally, it is also crucial to have a good set of armor, such as the Ancient Armor, and powerful weapons, like the Master Sword, to increase the chances of defeating Ganon.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. What happens if you fight Ganon again? Nothing changes during the Calamity Ganon fight for those who challenge him again, but completing all Divine Beasts prior does add a bonus scene as the Divine Beasts weaken Calamity Ganon.
2. Can Ganon permanently take hearts? Ganondorf will also summon magic orbs to home in on you, and these attacks will permanently remove hearts if you get hit by them — and you cannot restore them.
3. Should you upgrade hearts or stamina in Zelda? Having large amounts of health will let you play the game with less pressure, but if you want the game to stay hard, then you should avoid getting them, as every blow is deadly when you have fewer hearts in your possession.

Preparation and Strategy

4. How many hearts should I have before fighting Ganondorf? It is recommended to have at least 10-13 hearts before fighting Ganondorf, as some of his attacks can take out 8 hearts at a time.
5. What are the best weapons to defeat Ganon? Lynel Bows or Forest Dweller’s Bow and Bomb Arrows are very useful against Ganon, as they shoot multiple arrows while only removing one from Link’s inventory.
6. What is the best armor to fight Ganon? The Ancient Armor is an optimal choice, as Ganon – and many of the enemies at Hyrule Castle – seems to rely on ancient tech to power his attacks.

Fighting Ganon

7. Is beating Ganon easy? Calamity Ganon isn’t dreadfully challenging and might be one of the easier bosses in the game – for anyone who mastered Flurry Rush and Parrying that is.
8. What is the hardest Ganon to fight? Thunderblight Ganon is definitely the hardest, electrocuting Link with lightning bolts that can make him drop his weapons and stun-lock him into submission.
9. How do you beat Ganon in 30 seconds? You can use Stasis to freeze Ganon, then release 8-15 Ancient Arrows directly at his head while in bullet-time.

Game Progression

10. Can you go straight to Ganon in Tears of the Kingdom? Yes, players are entirely capable of reaching the final boss from the moment they reach Lookout Landing and grab the Paraglider.
11. Can you fight Ganon early? Both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom allow you to head straight to the final boss of the game after completing the tutorial area.
12. Do the divine beasts weaken Ganon? Yes, the Divine Beasts are mechanical weapons used to weaken Calamity Ganon, allowing the Princess and the Hero to seal it.

Specific Scenarios

13. What to do when Ganon turns blue? Run up to him and slash him with your Golden Sword, which will turn him blue, then equip your Bow and Silver Arrow and shoot him with it.
14. How do you beat Ganon when he is glowing? You’ll need to have your best weapons with you, and note that if you have the Master Sword, it will be glowing with radiant power – and won’t break at all.
15. Can you beat Ganondorf without light arrows? Yes, you can beat Ganondorf without Light Arrows, by rolling under his legs and hitting his tail, or using Deku Nuts to get behind him.