What do you need for the Spirit Temple?

To access the Spirit Temple, you will need the Hookshot, and either the Longshot or the Hover Boots to cross the desert without using glitches, as well as the items obtained inside the temple such as Bombchu and the Mirror Shield. The Lens of Truth is not a required item to enter the Spirit Temple, but having the necessary tools will make navigation and puzzle-solving much easier.

Introduction to the Spirit Temple

Overview of Requirements

The Spirit Temple is a significant location in the game, and understanding what you need to access it and progress through its challenges is crucial for success.

Navigating to the Spirit Temple

To unlock the Spirit Temple, you need to start the ‘Find the Fifth Sage‘ quest, travel to Kakariko Village, initiate the ‘Secret of the Ring Ruins‘ quest, find the Charged Armor Set, and then head across the Thunderhead Isles to Dragonhead Island, where you will start the ‘Guidance from Ages Past‘ quest.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

1. How do you unlock the Spirit Temple in Tears of the Kingdom? You unlock the Spirit Temple by completing specific quests and reaching certain locations, including starting the ‘Find the Fifth Sage’ quest and traveling to Kakariko Village.

2. How do you get the construct to the Spirit Temple? You can get the construct to the Spirit Temple by attaching a rocket to its back and launching yourself up to the temple after making your way through the rubble.

3. Do you need Hover Boots for the Spirit Temple? No, you don’t necessarily need the Hover Boots to access the Spirit Temple, as you can use alternatives like the Longshot or find other ways to cross obstacles.

4. Do you need the Megaton Hammer for the Spirit Temple? The Megaton Hammer is not strictly necessary for the Spirit Temple in the regular version of the game, but it does provide an optional shortcut.

Temple Access and Progression

5. Can you get to the Spirit Temple without the Longshot? While the Longshot is very helpful, you can potentially find other ways to access the Spirit Temple without it, but it is highly recommended for ease of progression.

6. How do you open the boss door in the Spirit Temple? To open the boss door, you must use the Mirror Shield to direct light onto the face of a giant statue, causing it to crumble and reveal a hidden passage.

7. Should I do the Shadow Temple or the Spirit Temple first? You can complete either the Shadow Temple or the Spirit Temple first, as the game does not impose a strict order on these two temples.

8. Can you complete the Spirit Temple before the Shadow Temple? Yes, it is possible to complete the Spirit Temple before the Shadow Temple, and some players even recommend this order.

9. Can you beat the Spirit Temple before the Fire Temple? Yes, you can beat the Spirit Temple before the Fire Temple, as the game allows flexibility in the order of completing the Adult Saga dungeons, with the exception of the Shadow Temple.

Sage and Temple Background

10. Who are the 5 sages in Tears of the Kingdom? The main sages include Tulin, Sidon, Makeela Riju, Yunobo, and Mineru (along with her Zonai robot), though the full list is not provided here to avoid spoilers.

11. How many Sage’s Wills are there in total? There are 20 Sage’s Wills that you can collect to upgrade each Sage and aid in your quest.

Gameplay and Items

12. How many hearts do you need to enter the Spirit Temple? You need 10 hearts to unlock the next area after reaching the island associated with the Spirit Temple.

13. How many shrines are in TotK? 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.

14. How do you unlock the Master Sword in TotK? To unlock the Master Sword, you must find the Light Dragon, mount it, and then pull out the sword, requiring two green stamina wheels.

15. What does the Spirit Temple do? The Spirit Temple serves as a place of treasures and worship, originally built by the Gerudo to honor a great sand goddess, but it has been converted into a hideout by Ganondorf.

Additional Tips and Considerations

Given the complexity and challenges of the Spirit Temple, it’s essential to be well-prepared with the right items and a good understanding of the temple’s layout and puzzles. Understanding the role of sages, the availability of shrines, and how to access and utilize the Master Sword can significantly enhance your gaming experience and success in Tears of the Kingdom.