Do you need Amiibo to get Epona?
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To directly answer the question, yes, you do need an Amiibo to get Epona in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, specifically either the Super Smash Bros. Link Amiibo or the Twilight Princess Link Amiibo. These Amiibos generate a pool of rewards that can include Epona, which can then be registered at a stable to keep her permanently.
Understanding Epona and Amiibo
Epona is considered one of the best horses in the game, known for her strength and speed, making her a valuable companion for any player. However, without an Amiibo, obtaining Epona is not possible, as she is Amiibo-exclusive in Breath of the Wild.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Epona an Amiibo?
Epona herself is not an Amiibo but can be summoned using either the Super Smash Bros. Link Amiibo or the Twilight Princess Link Amiibo.
2. What happens if you don’t register Epona?
If you summon Epona but forget to register her and lose track of your horse, you can resummon Epona, who will disappear from wherever you left her to appear in front of you, although it may take several tries.
3. Is there a way to get Wolf Link without Amiibo?
No, you can only get Wolf Link with the Amiibo, and it’s worth noting that you don’t need Twilight Princess save data on it to use it, although without the data, Wolf Link will have only 3 hearts.
4. Why is Wolf Link Amiibo so expensive?
The Wolf Link Amiibo was a rare find after it sold out and would be listed at a very high price, but fortunately, Best Buy re-stocked on the updated Wolf Link.
5. How to get Epona Horse in Zelda Tears of the Kingdom?
You can get Epona in Tears of the Kingdom by using the Smash Bros. Link Amiibo or the Twilight Princess Link Amiibo, similar to Breath of the Wild.
6. Is Epona the best horse?
Epona is considered by many to be the best horse in the game due to her exceptional strength and speed, making her a highly sought-after mount.
7. How many times can you summon Epona in Tears of the Kingdom?
Players are not limited to summoning Epona only once and can use these Amiibos once each day, with the possibility of having two Eponas at once.
8. Does Epona only spawn once from Amiibo?
No, if you start a new game, change your profile, start Master Mode, etc., and scan the same Amiibo “for the first time” there, you will get another Epona in that new playthrough.
9. What is the rarest Amiibo ever?
The rarest and most expensive Amiibo, out of all 206 figures ever released, is the Qbby BoxBoy! series Amiibo.
10. What is the best horse in Tears of the Kingdom?
According to rankings, the best horses in Tears of the Kingdom include Zelda’s Golden Horse, Ganon’s Horse, and Epona, with Zelda’s Golden Horse being ranked as the best.
11. Why is Epona named Epona?
Epona‘s name contains an allusion to the horse, with “epos” meaning “horse” in Celtic and the suffix “-ona” meaning “on”, making Epona the patron goddess of mares and foals.
12. Why can’t I unlock Epona?
To unlock Epona, you typically need to use the specific Amiibos mentioned, but in some contexts, like certain quests, you might need to reach specific levels or reputation standings.
13. What happens if Epona dies?
Unlike other horses, Epona does not need to be tamed and can be immediately mounted, and once registered, she cannot be obtained more than once through Amiibo, even if she is deceased; if she dies, she can be revived by Malanya.
14. Is Ganon’s horse in Tears of the Kingdom?
Yes, Ganon’s Horse, also known as the Giant Horse, can be found in Tears of the Kingdom, specifically near Hateno Bay.
15. Can Epona be revived?
Yes, Epona can be revived in-game by Malanya as long as she is registered, providing a safety net against her death.