Gloom-Borne Illness
Gloom-Borne Illness
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | Lanayru |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Quest Giver | Zora NPC |
| Est. Time | 25-45 min |
| Reward | Rupees x200, Flint x10 |
Quest Overview
A Zora child has fallen ill from Gloom exposure after the Upheaval. Help the physician find a cure by gathering Sundelion from the sky islands above Zora's Domain.
Moderate
Side Quest
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Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1
Speak With the Zora Physician About the Illness
In Zora's Domain, find the young Zora child who has developed a Gloom-induced illness following the Upheaval. The attending physician explains that the sickness was caused by contact with Gloom seeping up from the Depths below. Standard remedies are ineffective — only Sundelion, a plant that grows in sky-island sunlight, has the purifying properties needed to counteract Gloom poisoning.
2
Ascend to the Sky Islands Above Lanayru
Travel to the sky islands floating above the Lanayru region. Use Ascend through ceilings, launch from Zora's Domain's waterfalls, or use a Skyview Tower to reach the appropriate sky island cluster. Sundelions grow in the bright elevated areas above the cloud layer where Gloom cannot reach. Look for their distinctive yellow blossoms on rocky sky-island terrain.
3
Harvest Sundelions and Return to the Physician
Collect the number of Sundelions requested — typically three to five plants. Return to Zora's Domain and deliver the Sundelions to the physician. They prepare the remedy, administer it to the ill child, and the Gloom symptoms fade. The physician rewards Link with a Zora armor piece or a bundle of rupees and Flint.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the "Gloom-Borne Illness" quest?
The "Gloom-Borne Illness" quest begins in Lanayru. Speak with Zora NPC to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "Gloom-Borne Illness"?
Completing "Gloom-Borne Illness" rewards you with: Rupees x200, Flint x10.
How hard is the "Gloom-Borne Illness" quest?
"Gloom-Borne Illness" has a difficulty rating of Medium (2/3). You should bring adequate supplies and mid-tier gear.
How long does "Gloom-Borne Illness" take to complete?
"Gloom-Borne Illness" typically takes 25-45 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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