The Heroines' Secret

The Heroines' Secret
Side Quest
TypeSide Quest
RegionGerudo
DifficultyMedium
Quest GiverGerudo NPC
Est. Time25-45 min
RewardHeroine's Secret orb, Rupees x50

Quest Overview

Uncover the mystery of the seven ancient heroines statues hidden beneath the Gerudo Desert. Offer the correct orbs at each statue's pedestal to reveal the shrine.

Type

Side Quest

Quest Giver

Gerudo NPC

Location

Gerudo

Est. Time

25-45 min

Moderate

Side Quest

Nothing a prepared adventurer can't handle.

Rewards

Heroine's Secret orb
Rupees x50

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1

Find the Seven Heroines Statues

Travel to the East Gerudo Ruins, northeast of Gerudo Town in the desert. You will find seven massive statues in a circle — these are the Seven Heroines, ancient Gerudo warriors. Each statue holds a different symbol and has a pedestal with a bowl at its base. Speak with Rotana in Gerudo Town first for lore context about what each heroine represents.

2

Identify the Correct Orbs for Each Statue

Each statue represents a different virtue and requires a specific orb to be placed at its base. Look at the symbol each statue is holding — these correspond to orbs scattered around the East Gerudo Ruins area. The orbs are large, glowing spheres that can be picked up with Ultrahand. Match each orb's symbol to the corresponding statue's symbol.

3

Place All Seven Orbs

Use Ultrahand to carry each orb to the correct statue's pedestal. Some orbs are partially buried in sand — use Ascend or dig them out. Others are on elevated platforms requiring you to build ramps or use Recall. Place each orb carefully in the bowl — it will glow when correctly matched. All seven must be placed correctly simultaneously.

4

Claim Your Reward

When all seven orbs are correctly placed, the ground between the statues opens to reveal a hidden shrine. Complete the shrine for a Light of Blessing. You also receive the Heroine's Secret quest completion orb and 50 Rupees. This quest ties into the larger Gerudo lore about the ancient warrior culture and connects to the Eighth Heroine side quest.

Pro Tips

1

Side quests often unlock unique rewards not available elsewhere. Always check the reward before skipping one.

2

Pin the quest on your map to track the objective marker while exploring.

3

The Gerudo Desert has Molduga bosses roaming the sands. Avoid their vibration range unless you are ready to fight.

4

Use your Purah Pad Sensor+ to track quest-related items and materials as you explore.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I start the "The Heroines' Secret" quest?

The "The Heroines' Secret" quest begins in Gerudo. Speak with Gerudo NPC to receive this quest.

What rewards do you get for completing "The Heroines' Secret"?

Completing "The Heroines' Secret" rewards you with: Heroine's Secret orb, Rupees x50.

How hard is the "The Heroines' Secret" quest?

"The Heroines' Secret" has a difficulty rating of Medium (2/3). You should bring adequate supplies and mid-tier gear.

How long does "The Heroines' Secret" take to complete?

"The Heroines' Secret" typically takes 25-45 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.

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