So, you're ready to claim the legendary Master Sword in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild? This powerful weapon is a game-changer, but there's a catch. You need a certain number of hearts to even draw it from its pedestal. Let's dive into the specifics!
The Master Sword's Heart Requirement
You need 13 hearts to claim the Master Sword. That's not 13 heart containers, but 13 total hearts – including any you've gained from heart containers. This means that if you've found and collected several heart containers, plus any additional temporary health from food and other items, you'll only need to have collected at least 13 total hearts to unlock it.
What Happens If You Don't Meet the Requirement?
If you try to pull the Master Sword with less than 13 hearts, the pedestal will resist you. The game will let you know it’s simply not ready for you to wield this ancient artifact! It will even clearly state that you need more hearts!
How to Get More Hearts
Increasing your health in Breath of the Wild isn't just about finding heart containers. It's a journey of exploration and strategic gameplay:
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Heart Containers: These are the most common way to permanently increase your health. You'll earn them by defeating major bosses throughout Hyrule. The locations of the heart containers are not all necessarily obvious, so you will need to explore many dungeons to find them.
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Stamina Vessels: While not directly increasing hearts, upgrading your stamina allows you to explore more of Hyrule. This makes finding more heart containers a far easier task. More exploration translates to more opportunities for finding heart containers.
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Fairy Fountains: These hidden locations restore some of your health and can be used to increase your max health total. You'll have to find them yourself but finding them is an enjoyable experience.
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Food and Elixirs: These temporary buffs can give you a significant health boost during combat. Experiment with different recipes to maximize your health and power for battling tougher enemies.
Master Sword's Power and Upgrading
Once you have acquired the Master Sword, you can wield its power to fight the toughest of enemies. However, the Master Sword has a special feature: it needs a short time to recharge its power. You will notice this as the blade is glowing, then slowly turning off, which requires you to recharge the Master Sword's power.
The Master Sword is not only a legendary blade, but it is also quite powerful, and as such, it does not require any upgrading. It is already at its peak power. This allows you to focus on finding better armor, weapons, and other items.
Conclusion
Getting the Master Sword in Breath of the Wild is a satisfying accomplishment. Remember, you need 13 hearts to wield its power. So, explore Hyrule, defeat bosses, and savor the journey to obtaining this iconic weapon! Happy adventuring, heroes!
