How to conquer Mucktorok water temple in Zelda Tears of

Preparing for the Battle Against Mucktorok

Before diving into the battle against Mucktorok, it's crucial to prepare Link with the right items and strategies. Here are some key preparations to make:

• Gather Essential Items: Bring items like Chuchu Jelly, Splash Fruit, and plenty of arrows. These items will help in clearing the sludge off Mucktorok and dealing damage from a distance.
• Choose the Right Gear: Equip Link with a strong melee weapon and shield to handle the close combat effectively.
• Boost Stamina: Prepare some Stamina-boosting meals and Hasty Elixirs to ensure Link can endure the fight without running out of stamina.
• Utilize Sidon's Abilities: Prince Sidon of the Zora will be your companion in this fight. His ability to clear the sludge off Mucktorok is invaluable, so make sure to use it strategically.

Phase 1: Exposing Mucktorok

In the first phase of the battle, Mucktorok will be covered in sludge, making it invulnerable to attacks. Here’s how to expose it:

• Track Mucktorok: The boss will swim around the arena's perimeter. Keep track of its movements to avoid its attacks.
• Clear the Sludge: Use water-based items like Splash Fruit or Chuchu Jelly to clear the sludge off Mucktorok. Alternatively, rely on Sidon to clear the sludge with his abilities. It takes one hit from Sidon or two hits from items to expose Mucktorok.
• Avoid Attacks: Mucktorok will perform a charge attack and spew sludge across the arena. Dodge these attacks by running or jumping over the sludge.
• Attack When Exposed: Once the sludge is cleared, Mucktorok will be exposed and vulnerable. Run up and attack it with your melee weapon. If it runs away, use arrows or a spear to hit it from a distance.

Phase 2: Navigating the Sludge-Covered Arena

Once Mucktorok reaches half of its original health, the arena will be covered in huge splashes of sludge, making movement challenging. Here’s how to navigate this phase:

• Clear the Arena: Use Sidon's abilities or water-based items to clear as much sludge as possible from the arena. This will improve Link's mobility and reduce the risk of getting stuck.
• Dodge New Attacks: Mucktorok will now have additional attacks, including a mud laser beam. Use the low gravity of the Water Temple to jump and glide over these attacks.
• Continue the Pattern: The attack pattern remains similar to the first phase. Clear the sludge, expose Mucktorok, and attack it when vulnerable. Use arrows or a spear to hit it if it runs away.

Additional Tips for Success

• Use the Environment: Take advantage of the Water Temple's low gravity to jump and fire arrows at Mucktorok while in slow motion.
• Manage Resources: Save your arrows and items for critical moments in the fight. If you're low on resources, wait for Sidon's abilities to clear the sludge.
• Stay Mobile: Keep moving and avoid getting stuck in the sludge, as this will make you vulnerable to Mucktorok's attacks.

By following these strategies and utilizing the right items and abilities, you'll be well-equipped to conquer the challenging battle against Mucktorok in the Water Temple of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.