Farming the Light Dragon in Tears of the Kingdom: A Comprehensive Guide
So, you’re looking to maximize your haul from the majestic Light Dragon in Tears of the Kingdom? Let’s get straight to it.
You can harvest dragon parts from the Light Dragon every ten real-life minutes, provided the game isn’t paused. This allows you to strategically target different areas of the dragon’s body for specific materials. After harvesting a part, you can immediately pursue harvesting other parts from the dragon. Once all parts are harvested you must wait 10 minutes for their energy to recharge before collecting resources. The Light Dragon is unlike the other dragons, though. With a huge patrol route, you should definitely consult your map and plan accordingly!
Mastering the Art of Light Dragon Farming
Farming the Light Dragon is a lucrative endeavor, offering valuable resources crucial for upgrading armor, enhancing weapons, and crafting potent elixirs. However, mastering the process requires understanding the dragon’s behavior, efficient farming techniques, and a bit of patience.
Understanding the Light Dragon’s Route
Unlike the other elemental dragons (Dinraal, Farosh, and Naydra) with more predictable locations, the Light Dragon traverses the entire outskirts of Hyrule. Her vast patrol range, encompassing regions like Lanayru, Akkala, and Eldin provinces, can make her elusive. She travels clockwise around Hyrule, resting/changing the time doesn’t change the dragon’s location. One loop takes the Light Dragon approximately two real-life hours to complete. This lack of a fixed schedule means you can’t reliably find her at the same spot at the same time each day. Utilize towers and vantage points to scan the horizon and pinpoint her location. If you’ve unlocked it, the Master Sword’s glow will guide you to her whereabouts. A travel medallion will also help you get back to your favorite spots.
Harvesting Techniques
Once you spot the Light Dragon, launch yourself into the sky using a Skyview Tower or reach her using a pre-existing Sky Island. Glide towards her, and when close enough, hop onto her back. From there, position yourself near the desired part (horn, fang, scale, talon, or spike) and use the appropriate method to acquire it.
- Scales: Hit one of the blue spikes on her back with any weapon.
- Fangs: Shoot an arrow directly into her mouth. Be precise; aiming too high or low will yield a scale instead.
- Horns: Strike the horn with any weapon.
- Talons: Attack the dragon’s talons with any weapon.
- Spike Shards: These will occasionally drop as the dragon flies around.
Remember, you can only obtain one of each dragon part (except the Spike shards, which can be obtained at any time) per ten-minute real-time cooldown period. Plan your harvests accordingly.
Optimizing Your Farming Strategy
- Time Management: Set a timer to track the ten-minute cooldown.
- Strategic Positioning: Familiarize yourself with the Light Dragon’s route and identify suitable waiting spots. Zonaite Forge Island is a good waiting spot.
- Utilize the Master Sword: The glowing marker indicating the Light Dragon’s location makes her easier to find.
- Fast Travel: Use Skyview Towers or Shrines to quickly reach vantage points and launch yourself towards the dragon.
Light Dragon Farming FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about farming the Light Dragon in Tears of the Kingdom, compiled to further assist your farming endeavors:
1. What parts can I farm from the Light Dragon?
You can farm five distinct parts: Dragon scales, Shard of Light Dragon’s Spike, Shard of Light Dragon’s fang, Light Dragon’s talon, and Light Dragon’s horn.
2. How long does it take for the Light Dragon parts to respawn?
Dragon parts respawn every ten real-life minutes as long as the game is running and not paused. This includes the loading screen.
3. Where is the best place to wait for the Light Dragon?
Zonaite Forge Island is a popular choice due to its high vantage point and central location. Other high altitude areas might also work!
4. Does the Light Dragon disappear?
No, the Light Dragon does not disappear. Her vast patrol range makes her difficult to track, but she is always present, circling Hyrule.
5. Why can’t I find the Light Dragon?
The Light Dragon’s route encompasses the entire outskirts of Hyrule, taking approximately two real-time hours to complete one circuit. If you can’t find her, she’s simply elsewhere on the map.
6. How do I get Light Dragon Scales?
To obtain Light Dragon Scales, get onto the dragon’s back and strike one of the blue spikes with any weapon.
7. How do I get Light Dragon Fang?
Shoot an arrow directly into the dragon’s mouth. Aim carefully, as hitting too high or low will result in a Dragon Scale instead.
8. What are Shard of Light Dragon Spike used for?
Shard of Light Dragon’s Spike are excellent for fusing with weapons and shields, granting increased attack power, heal on hit effects, and hammer-like properties that can break monster armor.
9. Does the Light Dragon go underground?
No, the Light Dragon remains exclusively in the sky.
10. Is Naydra the Light Dragon?
No, Naydra is one of the three elemental dragons (ice), while the Light Dragon is a separate entity. In Tears of the Kingdom, there are Four Dragons: Dinraal, Farosh, Naydra, and the nameless Light Dragon.
11. How long does it take for the Light Dragon to circle the map?
It takes approximately two real-time hours for the Light Dragon to complete one circuit around Hyrule.
12. Does the Master Sword break?
The Master Sword cannot break, but it can run out of energy, requiring a cooldown period before it can be used again.
13. Can I farm the Light Dragon after obtaining the Master Sword?
Yes, farming the Light Dragon after obtaining the Master Sword is actually recommended, as the Master Sword’s marker helps you locate her more easily.
14. What happens if I miss the Light Dragon?
Don’t worry! The Light Dragon will continue her circuit. Just wait for her to return, using your map and vantage points to track her progress.
15. What can I do with Light Dragon materials?
Light Dragon materials are primarily used for upgrading armor sets, imbuing weapons with powerful effects, and crafting potent elixirs. Experiment with different combinations to discover their unique properties. Light Dragon spikes, in particular, are helpful for breaking monster armor with attacks and shield parries.
Conclusion
Farming the Light Dragon in Tears of the Kingdom can be a rewarding endeavor, providing you with valuable resources to enhance your gameplay experience. By understanding her route, mastering the harvesting techniques, and optimizing your strategy, you can efficiently acquire the materials you need. Remember to be patient, persistent, and have fun exploring the skies of Hyrule!
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