Gold Lynel

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Gold Lynel

Gold Lynel
Elite Enemy
CategoryElite
HP7500
Danger Level5/5 — Extreme
WeaknessPerfect dodge into flurry rush, headshot mount combo, bomb arrows
LocationsNorth Tabantha Snowfield, Hyrule Castle Gatehouses, Coliseum Ruins (late-game)
DropsGold Lynel Saber Horn, Gold Lynel Mace Horn, Lynel Guts, Star Fragment (rare)
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Description

The most feared enemy in all of Tears of the Kingdom — a golden-maned centaur-like beast with devastating melee and ranged capabilities. With 7500 HP, it demands mastery of every combat mechanic: perfect dodges, flurry rushes, headshot mounts, and Sage ability coordination. Gold Lynel Saber Horns and Mace Horns are the single highest-damage Fuse materials available from any enemy. Players who can consistently defeat Gold Lynels have effectively mastered TotK's combat system. The Star Fragment drop is exceptionally rare and valuable.

Weakness

Perfect dodge into flurry rush, headshot mount combo, bomb arrows

How to Beat Gold Lynel

The apex predator of TotK with 7500 HP. Master the dodge-flurry rush loop — this is non-negotiable. Headshot it with an arrow, mount, and strike with your strongest weapon during the mount phase (mount strikes do not consume durability). Its fireball triple-burst, charging rush, and spinning slash all have specific dodge timings to learn. Gold Lynel Horns fused to weapons create the highest-damage melee setups in the game.

Item Drops

Item
Gold Lynel Saber Horn
Gold Lynel Mace Horn
Lynel Guts
Star Fragment (rare)

Where to Find

Known Variants

  • Red-Maned Lynel
  • Blue-Maned Lynel
  • White-Maned Lynel
  • Silver Lynel

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