The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

How to Beat Barinade (Jabu-Jabu's Belly)

Learn how to defeat Barinade in Ocarina of Time. Use your Boomerang to stun its core and attack with the Kokiri Sword while avoiding electric jellyfish.

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Phase 1: Tentacles

Barinade is attached to the ceiling and floor by tentacles. First, use your Boomerang to cut the tentacles connecting it to the ceiling. Then, use the Boomerang to cut the tentacles connecting it to the floor. This will free Barinade to move around.

Barinade (Jabu-Jabu's Belly) - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time screenshot
Barinade (Jabu-Jabu's Belly)

Phase 2: Core Attack

Once free, Barinade will spin rapidly, surrounded by electric jellyfish. Use your Boomerang to stun Barinade's core. While it's stunned, run in and attack the core with your Kokiri Sword. Avoid the electric jellyfish and its spinning attacks. Repeat until defeated.