Why Won’t Harth Make Me a Great Eagle Bow?
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The frustrating truth is that Harth, the Rito craftsman in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (BOTW), will only craft a new Great Eagle Bow for you under very specific circumstances. If he’s refusing to help, it’s because the game hasn’t registered that your original Great Eagle Bow is either broken or permanently lost. Harth’s role isn’t to provide an unlimited supply of this powerful weapon; it’s to offer a replacement if the original is no longer available.
Harth checks for a few key factors:
- Did you previously acquire the Great Eagle Bow? He won’t offer to make one if you haven’t completed the Divine Beast Vah Medoh quest and received it as a reward from Teba. The game needs to know you’ve already had one.
- Is the original Great Eagle Bow in your inventory or stashed at your house? If it’s there, even with only one point of durability remaining, Harth won’t offer his services. He assumes you can still use or repair it.
- Is the bow actually broken or permanently lost? Just dropping it somewhere isn’t enough. If you can return to the location where you dropped it and pick it up, the bow isn’t considered lost. The game considers a bow permanently lost when it is destroyed or despawned.
Think of it like this: Harth is the Rito’s version of an insurance agent. He only pays out when there’s been a verifiable “loss.”
Troubleshooting Harth’s Refusal
If you’re certain your Great Eagle Bow is gone, try these steps to nudge Harth into action:
- Double-Check EVERYTHING: Scour your inventory, even the weapons displayed in your house (if you’ve unlocked it). People often forget where they stored things.
- Fully Close and Restart the Game: Sometimes, glitches can prevent the game from correctly registering the bow’s absence. A full restart can refresh the game’s memory.
- Ensure You Have the Required Materials: Harth needs a Swallow Bow, five bundles of Wood, and a Diamond. Make sure you have all these in your inventory. Having even one missing item will prevent him from offering to craft the bow.
- Complete the Vah Medoh Quest Again (Sort of): While you can’t re-do the Divine Beast quest itself, revisiting Rito Village and speaking to Teba (even if he just repeats his standard dialogue) can sometimes “reset” the quest flags and allow Harth to recognize the missing bow.
- Patience is Key: Occasionally, the game requires a little bit of in-game time to pass before it registers a destroyed weapon. Try doing a few other quests or sleeping at an inn before returning to Harth.
Is The Great Eagle Bow Worth The Trouble?
The Great Eagle Bow is a fantastic weapon, especially in the early to mid-game. Its quick draw speed and three-shot burst make it deadly against airborne enemies and groups of ground-based foes. The range of 40 is also notable, allowing for accurate shots from a distance.
However, it’s important to consider its limitations. The Great Eagle Bow cannot receive the coveted five-shot modifier from Rock Octoroks, which significantly limits its late-game damage potential compared to Savage Lynel Bows. While its fire rate is high, the lack of a five-shot modifier means you’re firing more arrows for less overall damage per shot compared to a five-shot Lynel Bow.
Ultimately, the Great Eagle Bow is a worthwhile weapon to replace if you enjoyed using it. It is particularly useful in certain situations and against specific enemies. Having Harth remake it provides access to a strong bow with unique attributes.
Great Eagle Bow in Tears of the Kingdom
While the specifics of obtaining the Great Eagle Bow might differ slightly in Tears of the Kingdom, the underlying principles of replacement likely remain the same. You’ll likely need to prove that you previously acquired the bow and that it’s no longer accessible. However, details from the Breath of the Wild game are most helpful here.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Great Eagle Bow
1. Can you get a 5-shot Great Eagle Bow?
No. The Great Eagle Bow always has a 3-shot burst and a hidden quickshot bonus. It’s impossible to get a 5-shot modifier on it.
2. How do you get Harth to make a Great Eagle Bow?
Harth will craft a new Great Eagle Bow if your original is broken or permanently lost, and you provide him with a Swallow Bow, five bundles of Wood, and a Diamond.
3. Where can I find a Swallow Bow?
Swallow Bows are commonly found wielded by Rito archers in the Rito Village area. Look for them patrolling the village or hunting in the surrounding regions.
4. How durable is the Great Eagle Bow?
The Great Eagle Bow has a base durability of 60. While this is decent, it’s not exceptionally high, so it’s important to use it strategically.
5. What are the stats of the Great Eagle Bow?
The Great Eagle Bow is a triple-shot bow with a base power of 28 per arrow, a base durability of 60, and a base range of 40.
6. Is the Great Eagle Bow better than a Savage Lynel Bow?
In terms of raw damage potential, the Savage Lynel Bow, especially with a five-shot modifier, is generally considered superior, particularly in the late game. However, the Great Eagle Bow’s quick draw speed and accuracy make it valuable in specific situations.
7. Can you repair the Great Eagle Bow?
You cannot repair the Great Eagle Bow using standard repair methods. If it breaks, you must have Harth craft a new one.
8. What happens if I lose the Great Eagle Bow before completing the Vah Medoh quest?
You cannot lose the Great Eagle Bow before completing the Vah Medoh quest. You only receive the bow after defeating the Divine Beast and speaking to Teba.
9. Can I duplicate the Great Eagle Bow?
While glitches and exploits exist in BOTW that allow for item duplication, these are often patched and can potentially corrupt your save file. Proceed with caution.
10. Is there a way to increase the durability of the Great Eagle Bow?
There is no way to directly increase the base durability of the Great Eagle Bow.
11. Can I get multiple Great Eagle Bows at once?
Without exploiting glitches or save file manipulation, you can only have one Great Eagle Bow at a time. Harth will only craft a replacement if the original is gone.
12. What other bows have a range of 40 in Breath of the Wild?
The Ancient Bow is another notable bow with a range of 40. The Twilight Bow from the Super Smash Bros. Link Amiibo also has infinite range but is only obtainable from the Amiibo itself.
13. What are the best uses for the Great Eagle Bow?
The Great Eagle Bow excels at aerial combat, taking down flying Guardians, and quickly dispatching groups of weaker enemies. Its accuracy also makes it useful for long-range sniping.
14. Is the Great Eagle Bow considered a “divine beast” weapon?
Yes, the Great Eagle Bow, like the other champion weapons, is considered a “divine beast” weapon and is tied to completing a Divine Beast quest.
15. Where does the game save my items?
The game saves items and progress in the system’s internal memory, which is why some items are tracked even when no longer in your possession. This also helps the game remember the weapons and armor you have acquired, the number of quests you have completed, and various other factors. To learn more about innovative approaches to video game development and its potential societal impacts, you can visit the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org.