The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage
The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | Multiple Regions |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Quest Giver | Various NPCs |
| Est. Time | 25-45 min |
| Reward | Hidden 13th memory, rare spirit material |
Quest Overview
After collecting all 12 Dragon's Tears with Impa and witnessing the secret memories, a Rito sage encourages Link to revisit each geoglyph site in sequence as a ritual pilgrimage. Standing at each site and meditating — waiting at the center while the sun moves overhead — triggers a faint echo of the original memory. Completing all 12 pilgrimage meditations unlocks a hidden 13th vision that provides additional backstory about Rauru's final decision before the Imprisoning War.
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
Initiate the Pilgrimage
After collecting all 12 Dragon's Tears geoglyphs with Impa, a Rito sage at Rito Village describes an ancient Zonai pilgrim tradition: revisiting each geoglyph site in sequence while meditating at the center. He marks all 12 geoglyph coordinates on your Purah Pad map and explains that standing at each site center during the appropriate time of day triggers an echo of the original memory.
2
Visit All 12 Geoglyphs in Sequence
Travel to each geoglyph in the order they appear on the official Dragon's Tear memory sequence. At each one, walk to the exact center of the teardrop pattern and wait for three in-game minutes (approximately 30 real seconds). A faint shimmer of light indicates the meditation has registered. The sequence spans all major regions of Hyrule.
3
The Faint Echo Effect
At each geoglyph center, a soft audio echo plays — a fragment of the original memory's dialogue in Zonai. These are different from the full Dragon's Tear memories and provide new context: Rauru's private doubts before the Imprisoning War, Sonia's last words to her husband, and Zelda's final moment before transformation. Twelve brief echoes, one per site.
4
Unlock the Hidden 13th Vision
After completing all 12 meditations, return to the Rito sage. He directs you to a 13th location — an unmarked geoglyph hidden beneath Lake Hylia's surface, only visible when standing above it on the bridge at dawn. Meditating here triggers the 13th vision: Rauru's final decision to sacrifice himself to seal Ganondorf. He rewards Link with a rare spirit material and a new paraglider fabric.
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
Maren will keep this safe for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the "The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage" quest?
The "The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage" quest begins in Multiple Regions. Speak with Various NPCs to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage"?
Completing "The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage" rewards you with: Hidden 13th memory, rare spirit material.
How hard is the "The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage" quest?
"The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage" has a difficulty rating of Medium (2/3). You should bring adequate supplies and mid-tier gear.
How long does "The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage" take to complete?
"The Dragon's Tear Pilgrimage" typically takes 25-45 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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