Gloom-Borne Illness
Gloom-Borne Illness
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | Kakariko Village |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Quest Giver | Sheikah NPC |
| Est. Time | 10-20 min |
| Reward | Rupees, Sundelion farming location revealed |
Quest Overview
Trissa in Kakariko Village is worried about villagers showing mysterious illness symptoms caused by Gloom exposure. Gather Sundelion-based ingredients and cook a remedy to help the sick villagers recover. A follow-up to understanding Gloom's effect on humans.
Type
Side Quest
Quest Giver
Sheikah NPC
Location
Kakariko Village
Est. Time
10-20 min
Easy
Side Quest
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Rewards
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1
Speak with Trissa in Kakariko Village
Find Trissa near the village well in Kakariko — she is visibly worried and nursing a sick neighbor who stumbled back from a Gloom-filled cave. She explains that three villagers have developed dark marks on their skin and lethargy consistent with Gloom exposure. Trissa has read that Sundelion flowers can counteract Gloom's effects but she does not know where to find them.
2
Locate Sundelions on the Sky Islands
Sundelions grow exclusively on Sky Islands, most commonly near Hyrule Castle Sky and the sky archipelago northwest of Lookout Landing. Launch from the Lookout Landing Skyview Tower and collect at least five Sundelions — their golden glow makes them visible from a distance. Each island cluster typically has three to six Sundelion plants, so one trip usually yields a sufficient supply.
3
Cook the Sundelion Remedy
Use the cooking pot in Kakariko Village's central square. Cook Sundelions with any additional meal base (Hylian Rice or Fresh Milk work well) to produce a Sunny Fried Wild Greens or Sunny Mushroom Skewer dish. These meals restore Gloom-darkened heart containers when eaten. Cook enough for all three sick villagers — at least three portions.
4
Deliver the Remedy and Collect Your Reward
Bring the cooked Sundelion dishes to each sick villager that Trissa identified. After eating, the dark marks recede and their energy returns. Return to Trissa to complete the quest. She rewards Link with Rupees and marks the most reliable Sundelion farming location near the Hyrule Castle sky cluster on the Purah Pad map.
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
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 "Gloom-Borne Illness" quest?
The "Gloom-Borne Illness" quest begins in Kakariko Village. Speak with Sheikah NPC to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "Gloom-Borne Illness"?
Completing "Gloom-Borne Illness" rewards you with: Rupees, Sundelion farming location revealed.
How hard is the "Gloom-Borne Illness" quest?
"Gloom-Borne Illness" has a difficulty rating of Easy (1/3). Most players can complete this without much preparation.
How long does "Gloom-Borne Illness" take to complete?
"Gloom-Borne Illness" typically takes 10-20 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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