How to Unlock Great Fairy Mija in Tears of the Kingdom: A Comprehensive Guide

Unlocking the Great Fairies in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is crucial for upgrading your armor and enhancing Link’s abilities. Among these powerful entities, Great Fairy Mija resides in the Akkala region, and summoning her requires a specific quest. This guide will provide a comprehensive breakdown of how to get Great Fairy Mija out of her fountain and how to access her armor upgrading services.

To get Great Fairy Mija out, you need to complete a specific side adventure which involves a musical performance and a specific instrument. Here’s how to do it:

1. Locate Great Fairy Mija: Mija’s Great Fairy Fountain is found in the Akkala region, specifically south of Tarrey Town, near the edge of Lake Akkala. The fountain itself will be closed initially. She is located on a sloping mountain north of the Snowfield Stable and to the far northwest of the Woodland Stable.

2. Find the Stable Troupe: Mija is particular in her musical preference. Specifically, she wants to hear a horn. The Stable Troupe travels between stables, led by a character named Eustus. You’ll need to find them first before you can help Mija.

3. Start the Quest: To begin the quest, locate the stable troupe near Mija’s location. They’ll usually be found near a stable. Talk to the troupe leader, Eustus with a horn. Eustus will be bemoaning his troubles with his cart not working. You will be tasked with getting his cart moving again.

4. Fix the Cart: You will need to either use the Ultrahand ability or a horse to fix the cart. This may involve attaching wheels or getting the cart connected to a horse with a harness. The process may vary depending on your specific situation, but the task is straightforward.

5. Listen to the Performance: Once you’ve successfully fixed their cart, the troupe will prepare to play for Mija. Eustus will lead with the horn. This performance, specifically the sound of the horn, is what coaxes Mija out of hiding.

6. Reap the Rewards: After the performance, Great Fairy Mija will emerge from her fountain. You can then speak to her, and she’ll offer to upgrade Link’s armor in exchange for materials.

This process will need to be repeated at other Great Fairy fountains. The initial process of starting the quest for each may vary, but they will all require you to use a specific instrument.

Frequently Asked Questions About Great Fairies in Tears of the Kingdom

Here are 15 frequently asked questions that will provide more information on Great Fairies and related mechanics in Tears of the Kingdom:

1. How do I initiate the Great Fairy Fountain quest chain?

To start the quest chain, you first need to head to the Woodland Stable, located just north of Hyrule Castle and south of the Lost Woods. There, speak with Penn, a Rito reporter, to begin your Great Fairy adventure.

2. How do I unlock the first fairy fountain?

The first fountain, belonging to Great Fairy Tera, can be unlocked by first going to the Lucky Clover Gazette building east of Rito Village, in the Hebra region. There you will need to talk to a character called Traysi who gives you the “Potential Princess Sightings” quest.

3. What is the process to trigger the initial Great Fairy Fountain quest?

You will need to speak to Pikango just beyond the Ta’loh Naeg Shrine, above Kakariko Village. He will ask you to take a picture of the Great Fairy Cotera’s fountain. Following this leads you to unlock the fountain.

4. What does Great Fairy Mija do?

Great Fairy Mija, like the other Great Fairies, enhances your armor. She will upgrade your armor in exchange for materials that you gather throughout Hyrule. She resides in the Akkala Region.

5. Where can I find Great Fairy Mija again?

Great Fairy Mija is located in the Akkala Region on a sloping mountain, north of the Snowfield Stable and to the far northwest of the Woodland Stable.

6. How can I earn 10,000 rupees quickly in the game?

The South Tabantha Snowfield, near the Snowfield Stable, is the best location for prime meat ingredients. You can collect enough ingredients to make about 10,000 Rupees per hour by cooking them and selling them.

7. Should I give the fairy 100 rupees?

Yes, you should. The first Great Fairy asks for 100 Rupees, but each subsequent fairy requires more, with the fourth asking for 10,000 Rupees. These are one-time payments to unlock their services.

8. Is it worthwhile to unlock all Great Fairy Fountains?

Yes, it is highly recommended. Each Great Fairy allows you to upgrade your armor further, increasing its defense stat and unlocking set bonuses. Upgrading armor can make a huge difference in the game.

9. What happens when you unlock all four fairy fountains?

By unlocking all four, you gain the ability to have your armor upgraded to the maximum potential. Each newly restored Great Fairy strengthens all others.

10. Where is Zelda’s Golden Horse?

Zelda’s golden horse can be found with a herd of wild horses north of Tabantha Snowfield, just southwest of the Oshozan-u Shrine. Using the Purah Pad sensor to find it is recommended.

11. How many shrines are there in Tears of the Kingdom?

There are a total of 152 Shrines in Tears of the Kingdom, with 120 on the surface of Hyrule and 32 in the Sky Islands.

12. Where is the Master Sword in Tears of the Kingdom?

The Master Sword is located on the head of the Light Dragon. You will need two full stamina wheels to be able to pull it out.

13. Is Epona in Tears of the Kingdom?

Yes, Epona can be obtained in Tears of the Kingdom, however, she requires external unlocks (via an amiibo). She was previously Link’s horse in Ocarina of Time.

14. Is Kass in Tears of the Kingdom?

No, Kass does not appear in Tears of the Kingdom. There is a single reference to him on the game, but no direct appearance of him is present.

15. How many times can a Great Fairy upgrade armor?

A Great Fairy can upgrade your armor four times. However, this depends on how many of the four Great Fairy Fountains you have unlocked. Each new fountain allows every fairy to upgrade armor to a new level.

By following this guide, you can successfully unlock Great Fairy Mija, upgrade your armor, and make Link more powerful in his adventures through Hyrule. Don’t forget to track down the other Great Fairies to maximize your armor potential and overcome even the toughest challenges that Tears of the Kingdom has to offer.