Which is the Easiest Divine Beast in Breath of the Wild?

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The consensus among The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild players generally points to Divine Beast Vah Ruta as the easiest Divine Beast to conquer. This assessment stems from a combination of factors, including the simplicity of its puzzles, the straightforward boss fight against Waterblight Ganon, and its accessibility early in the game. Unlike some of the other Divine Beasts, Vah Ruta doesn’t require extensive preparation or advanced combat skills, making it an ideal starting point for most players. Its location in Zora’s Domain also positions it conveniently close after the game’s initial quests, further solidifying its reputation as the easiest of the four.

Why Vah Ruta is Considered the Easiest

Several key aspects contribute to Vah Ruta’s perceived ease. Firstly, the puzzles within the dungeon are relatively simple and intuitive, often involving manipulating water currents or utilizing the Cryonis rune. Unlike the more complex mechanisms found within Vah Naboris or Vah Rudania, the puzzles in Vah Ruta are designed to be easily grasped and solved with basic knowledge of the game’s mechanics.

Secondly, Waterblight Ganon, the boss of Vah Ruta, is often considered the easiest of the Blight Ganons. While it has a few ranged attacks that can be troublesome for newer players, these attacks are easily avoided or parried. In close combat, Waterblight Ganon’s attacks are relatively slow and telegraphed, allowing players ample opportunity to dodge and counterattack. Using the Cryonis ability to create ice platforms provides an additional advantage during the fight.

Finally, the route to Vah Ruta is relatively straightforward. The Zora’s Domain itself is less challenging to navigate than the harsh environments surrounding some of the other Divine Beasts. You’re also given a set of armor that makes it easier to traverse the areas where you must travel to get there. These factors combine to make the entire experience of tackling Vah Ruta less daunting than the other Divine Beasts.

Easiest Divine Beast Progression Path

While the game allows you to tackle the Divine Beasts in any order, many players and guides recommend a specific progression path for a smoother experience. This path is often considered the easiest in terms of difficulty progression:

Divine Beast Vah Ruta (Lanayru): As discussed, this is usually the easiest and most accessible of the Divine Beasts.
Divine Beast Vah Medoh (Hebra): While not quite as straightforward as Vah Ruta, Vah Medoh’s puzzles and boss fight are generally considered easier than the remaining two beasts. Its location also becomes easier to reach with the use of the Zora armor you obtain for fighting Vah Ruta.
Divine Beast Vah Rudania (Eldin): Vah Rudania’s environment of Death Mountain is a bit more challenging than the prior two. Fireblight Ganon is also a notable step up in difficulty from Waterblight Ganon.
Divine Beast Vah Naboris (Gerudo Wasteland): This is typically regarded as the hardest Divine Beast, with its more complex puzzles and more challenging boss battle against Thunderblight Ganon.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some commonly asked questions regarding the Divine Beasts and their difficulty:

Is Vah Ruta truly the easiest?

Yes, most players agree that Vah Ruta is the easiest Divine Beast due to its simpler puzzles and a less challenging boss fight against Waterblight Ganon. It also happens to be the closest after you leave the Great Plateau.

What makes Vah Naboris so difficult?

Vah Naboris is considered the most difficult because of its intricate puzzles, the need for heat-resistant armor to even reach the beast, and the fight against Thunderblight Ganon, often considered the hardest of the Blight Ganons.

What about Vah Medoh? Is it hard?

Vah Medoh generally sits in the middle in terms of difficulty. Its puzzles are less complex than Vah Naboris, and Windblight Ganon is easier to manage than Thunderblight Ganon. Players often find its traversal to be easier than Vah Rudania.

Is Fireblight Ganon difficult?

Fireblight Ganon, the boss of Vah Rudania, can be challenging. His slower but powerful attacks require careful dodging and countering. Getting close to Fireblight Ganon is crucial as he doesn’t have strong attacks in close combat.

Can I skip the Divine Beasts?

You can skip the Divine Beasts and proceed to the final boss, but the game will be significantly harder. Additionally, the Blight Ganons must be defeated within Hyrule Castle if you choose to skip the Divine Beasts.

What powers do the Divine Beasts grant?

Each Divine Beast grants a unique power: Mipha’s Grace from Vah Ruta, Revali’s Gale from Vah Medoh, Daruk’s Protection from Vah Rudania, and Urbosa’s Fury from Vah Naboris. All of these are very helpful in combat or traversal.

Which power is most useful?

Revali’s Gale is often considered the most useful power due to its versatility in exploration and combat, allowing Link to create a powerful updraft that can quickly ascend to great heights.

Do I need all Divine Beast powers?

While not required to beat the game, the powers from all the Divine Beasts make the final fight much easier, especially the extra health that you gain from defeating the blights. The final boss fight can be done with or without the powers, but they certainly offer a significant advantage.

What is the recommended order for completing Divine Beasts?

The most recommended order is Vah Ruta, Vah Medoh, Vah Rudania, and finally Vah Naboris.

Is there a fifth Divine Beast?

No official fifth Divine Beast exists in the base game. The Master Cycle Zero, from the DLC, is sometimes referred to as a fifth Divine Beast but isn’t a typical divine beast. However, there are concepts of a fifth and sixth divine beast in the game’s art book.

Can I beat Ganon without any armor or weapons?

Yes, it is possible to beat Calamity Ganon with no armor or weapons, however it will be very difficult. It is a show of skill to do so. The weapons you gain from the divine beasts also help with this feat.

How do I defeat Waterblight Ganon?

Waterblight Ganon is most easily defeated by dodging his attacks and using the Cryonis ability to create platforms. You can then attack him from the platforms with arrows and sword attacks.

What makes Thunderblight Ganon so hard?

Thunderblight Ganon’s speed, ability to teleport, and his attacks can make him drop your weapons are what make him the hardest to defeat.

Why are Lynels not considered bosses?

Lynels lack the health bars that typically define a boss in the game, so the player doesn’t view them as bosses. They are, however, among the toughest enemies in the game.

Is Dark Beast Ganon easy to defeat?

Dark Beast Ganon is generally considered the easiest of all larger-scale enemies due to its fairly straightforward fight mechanic involving light arrows.