The vast world of Hyrule in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is filled with numerous mysteries that challenge a player's observation skills. Among these hidden trials is a compelling side objective that rewards clever explorers with access to a hidden sanctuary. By understanding the environment and deciphering a cryptic riddle, players can easily conquer this eerie nighttime event.
Finding the Scholar in Fort Hateno
To begin this specific adventure, players must travel toward the eastern reaches of the map near Fort Hateno. In this historic area, you will encounter an eccentric researcher named Calip who studies ancient ruins inside a small cabin. Speaking with him uncovers a mysterious riddle concerning a cursed figure that glows maliciously during the dark hours of the night.
The researcher provides critical context but refuses to accompany you due to the dangerous monsters roaming the local landscape. Armed with his notes, your next step involves locating the graveyard of stone monuments situated just northeast of his cabin. Navigating this field during daylight sets the stage for the mechanical puzzle that awaits sundown.
Deciphering the Nighttime Riddle
The core of the challenge requires patience as you must wait until darkness fully envelopes the landscape. You can pass the time by resting at a nearby campfire or utilizing the bed inside Calip's cabin until nightfall. Once the clock strikes 9:00 PM, the quiet graveyard undergoes a striking visual transformation.
As you observe the rows of stone figures, look closely for a single monument positioned near the back of the cluster. Unlike the surrounding structures, this specific object begins to emit an ominous purple glow from its eyes. Spotting this distinct environmental cue tells you exactly where to direct your offensive tools.
Activating the Hidden Sanctuary
To complete the puzzle, you must ready your traveler's bow and aim a standard arrow directly at the glowing facial features. Striking the targets successfully shatters the dark magic binding the monument and causes the earth to tremble. A large stone structure, known as the Kam Urog Shrine, will slowly emerge from beneath the ground.
Unlocking this location provides a crucial fast-travel point in a heavily traversed region of the map. Entering the newly revealed structure introduces players to a complex trial based on rotating mechanical platforms. Conquering the internal trial grants you a valuable Spirit Orb to increase your overall health or stamina pools.
