The Phantom of Hyrule Castle
The Phantom of Hyrule Castle
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | Hyrule Castle |
| Difficulty | Hard |
| Quest Giver | Story NPC |
| Est. Time | 45-90 min |
| Reward | Castle key item, rare armor piece, researcher's notes on Phantom Ganon |
Quest Overview
A researcher at Lookout Landing reports seeing a strange apparition near the castle walls at night — something moving in the Gloom that doesn't behave like a monster. Investigate the outer castle perimeter at nightfall and document what you find using the Camera app.
Challenging
Side Quest
— Bring extra meals and keep your wits about you.
Rewards
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1
Find the Quest Giver
Travel to Hyrule Castle and speak with the NPC to receive this quest. Look for the quest indicator above their head.
2
Understand Your Objective
A researcher at Lookout Landing reports seeing a strange apparition near the castle walls at night — something moving in the Gloom that doesn't behave like a monster. Investigate the outer castle perimeter at nightfall and document what you find using the Camera app.
3
Prepare Your Gear
This is a challenging quest. Stock up on healing meals, fairies, and bring your strongest weapons and armor. Consider upgrading at a Great Fairy fountain first.
4
Complete the Objective
Follow your quest log and map markers to complete each stage of "The Phantom of Hyrule Castle". Use your Purah Pad abilities (Ultrahand, Fuse, Ascend, Recall) creatively to overcome obstacles.
5
Claim Your Reward
Upon completion, you will receive: Castle key item, rare armor piece, researcher's notes on Phantom Ganon. Make sure to speak to any relevant NPCs to finalize the quest.
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
Cook Hearty meals to gain temporary bonus hearts. Hearty Durians are the most efficient.
4
Consider equipping the Fierce Deity Set or Barbarian Armor for maximum attack power before the hardest encounters.
5
Use your Purah Pad Sensor+ to track quest-related items and materials as you explore.
Pinned Note
Notes make the best adventurers.
Nearby Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the "The Phantom of Hyrule Castle" quest?
The "The Phantom of Hyrule Castle" quest begins in Hyrule Castle. Speak with Story NPC to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "The Phantom of Hyrule Castle"?
Completing "The Phantom of Hyrule Castle" rewards you with: Castle key item, rare armor piece, researcher's notes on Phantom Ganon.
How hard is the "The Phantom of Hyrule Castle" quest?
"The Phantom of Hyrule Castle" has a difficulty rating of Hard (3/3). This is one of the tougher quests — prepare with strong weapons, cooked meals, and upgraded armor.
How long does "The Phantom of Hyrule Castle" take to complete?
"The Phantom of Hyrule Castle" typically takes 45-90 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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