How to Talk to Darunia in Ocarina of Time
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To talk to Darunia, the leader of the Goron tribe, you need to first gain access to his lair, which is located at the bottom level of Goron City. By playing Zelda’s Lullaby on the mat in front of the door, you can unlock it and then play Saria’s Song to cheer him up and initiate a conversation.
Understanding Darunia and the Gorons
Darunia is a significant character in the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and interacting with him is crucial for progressing through the game. The Gorons are a fictional species in the Zelda series, known for their strength and resilience, and Darunia is their leader.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How Do I Get to Darunia’s Lair?
To get to Darunia’s lair, go to the bottom level of Goron City and play Zelda’s Lullaby on the mat in front of the door to unlock it.
2. What Song Do I Play to Cheer Up Darunia?
Play Saria’s Song in front of Darunia to cheer him up and initiate a conversation.
3. How Do I Get into Darunia’s Room as an Adult?
To get into Darunia’s room as an adult, blow up the little rolling Goron and then walk into it.
4. How Do I Make Navi Talk?
Hit the C button, and Navi will talk to you when she has something to say, such as when you are locked on to an object or enemy.
5. Is Navi a Real Language?
Na’vi is a fictional constructed language originally made for the 2009 film Avatar.
6. Why Does Navi Say “Hey, Listen!”?
Navi says “Hey!” or “Listen!” when she targets something, and pressing the C-Up button allows Link to hear information about the targeted enemy.
7. How Do I Stop Darunia’s Son?
Place a Bomb or Bombchu in the path of the rolling Goron to stop him.
8. Can You Buy the Goron Tunic as a Child?
No, the Goron Tunic can only be worn as an adult and is made from Dodongo scales and Bomb Flower fibers.
9. How Do You Move Darunia’s Statue?
Get the three Spiritual Stones, take them to the Temple of Time, and get the Master Sword to move Darunia’s statue.
10. How Do I Get My Goron Kid to Stop Crying?
Play the Goron Lullaby while wearing the Goron Mask to stop the Goron baby from crying.
11. Where is the Knight in Darunia?
Use the Jump Spell to jump on top of the fourth house and enter the house from the roof to find a knight who will teach you the Up Thrust skill.
12. Are the Sages in TotK the Same as Ocarina?
There are 10 types of Sages, with some appearing in Ocarina of Time, Twilight Princess, and Tears of the Kingdom.
13. How Long to Beat Ocarina of Time?
The game typically takes 26 to 37 hours to complete, depending on the number of sidequests completed.
14. How Many Golden Skull Tokens Are in Ocarina of Time?
There are 100 Gold Skulltulas scattered across the world, each dropping a Gold Skulltula Token when dispatched.
15. What Does the Goron Boss Give You?
The Goron Boss rewards you with 3 Flameproof Elixirs and mentions the Goron Champion, Daruk.