The Great Fairy's Melody
The Great Fairy's Melody
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | Multiple Regions |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Quest Giver | Various NPCs |
| Est. Time | 25-45 min |
| Reward | Great Fairy Fountain reactivation, armor upgrade access |
Quest Overview
One of the Great Fairy Fountains has gone dormant after its resident fairy retreated into her bud following a terrible fright from a nearby monster stampede. To coax her back out, Link must recruit the Stable Trotters band and personally escort them to the fountain to perform a special melody. The journey requires clearing monster camps along the route and ensuring all four band members arrive safely. Once the fairy re-emerges, armor upgrade services are restored.
Type
Side Quest
Quest Giver
Various NPCs
Location
Multiple Regions
Est. Time
25-45 min
Moderate
Side Quest
— Nothing a prepared adventurer can't handle.
Rewards
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1
Find the Dormant Fountain
One of the four Great Fairy Fountains (Cotera near Kakariko, Mija near Akkala, Kaysa near Tabantha, or Tera near Gerudo) has closed its bud. Approach and Tingle-sense the flower bud pulsing faintly. The fairy is inside but will not emerge without music she recognizes.
2
Recruit the Stable Trotters
The Stable Trotters band — Pyper (flute), Beetz (guitar), Mastro (conductor), and Celessa (percussion) — are scattered across Hyrule. Find each member using the Purah Pad map markers and convince them to travel to the fountain. Each musician has a reason for hesitation and a small obstacle: monster camps on the road, a missing instrument piece, or reluctance to travel without payment.
3
Escort Musicians Safely
Guide each Stable Trotter member to the fountain location. Clear monster camps along each musician's route before escorting them. All four must arrive safely — if any is scared off by enemies, recruit them again. The journey tests your combat efficiency across multiple regions.
4
The Fairy Emerges
With all four musicians assembled, Mastro conducts a special performance of an ancient Fairy Serenade. The flower bud trembles and opens — the Great Fairy rises in a cascade of light, thanks Link, and reactivates her fountain. Armor upgrades are now available. She also gifts a batch of rare fairies for Link's bottles.
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.
Pinned Note
Write it down before you forget!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the "The Great Fairy's Melody" quest?
The "The Great Fairy's Melody" quest begins in Multiple Regions. Speak with Various NPCs to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "The Great Fairy's Melody"?
Completing "The Great Fairy's Melody" rewards you with: Great Fairy Fountain reactivation, armor upgrade access.
How hard is the "The Great Fairy's Melody" quest?
"The Great Fairy's Melody" has a difficulty rating of Medium (2/3). You should bring adequate supplies and mid-tier gear.
How long does "The Great Fairy's Melody" take to complete?
"The Great Fairy's Melody" typically takes 25-45 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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