Walkthrough: Isle of Frost & Temple of Ice

Welcome, brave adventurer! Your journey now takes you to the frigid North-Western quadrant of the Great Sea, where the chilling winds of the Isle of Frost await. This guide will navigate you through its icy perils and the treacherous Temple of Ice, ensuring you emerge victorious with the third Pure Metal.

Isle of Frost: Navigating the Frozen Expanse

Upon arriving at the Isle of Frost, you'll immediately notice the biting cold and the slippery terrain. Be cautious with your movements, as a wrong step can send you sliding into danger.

Landing Point: Dock your boat at the designated pier on the south side of the island.
Initial Exploration: Head north from the pier. You'll encounter several Freezards, which can be defeated by striking them with your sword after they open their mouths.
The Frozen Path: The path ahead is covered in ice. To safely cross, use your Boomerang to activate the two unlit torches on either side of the path. This will melt a small section of ice, allowing you to pass.
Crystal Switches and Ice Blocks: Further north, you'll find a series of ice blocks and crystal switches.

Hit the first crystal switch (A) to move the initial block.
Proceed and hit the second crystal switch (B) to clear the path to the next area.
You'll then face a puzzle involving multiple crystal switches and moving ice blocks. The key is to hit the switches in an order that creates a continuous path.
Puzzle Solution: From the entrance to this section, hit the switches in this order: A, C, B, D. This will align the blocks to form a bridge to the Temple of Ice entrance.

Collecting the Small Key: Before entering the temple, explore the eastern side of the island. You'll find a chest containing a Small Key. This key is crucial for a later section within the Temple of Ice.

Temple of Ice: The Frozen Labyrinth

The Temple of Ice is a multi-layered dungeon filled with icy traps, chilling enemies, and mind-bending puzzles. Be prepared to use your Boomerang and Bombs extensively.

Floor B1: The Entrance and First Puzzles

Entering the Temple: Use the main entrance on the Isle of Frost.
Room 1 - Frozen Foyer: You'll be in a large, open room. Notice the frozen enemies (Ice Keese) on the ceiling. Use your Boomerang to hit the crystal switch on the far side, which will temporarily melt some ice and allow you to proceed through the northern door.
Room 2 - Sliding Block Challenge: This room features a large ice block puzzle.

Push the first ice block north until it hits the wall.
Push it west, then north again to reach the northern exit.
Be wary of the Freezards patrolling this area.

Room 3 - Spiked Rollers and Bombs: Navigate past the spiked rollers. You'll see a cracked wall to your east. Place a Bomb near it to reveal a hidden passage.
Hidden Room - Compass Acquisition: Inside the hidden room, defeat the enemies to unlock the chest containing the Dungeon Compass. This will reveal the locations of all chests and the boss key on your map.
Room 4 - Boomerang Switches: Return to Room 3 and head north. You'll encounter a series of unlit torches and crystal switches. Use your Boomerang to light all torches simultaneously, opening the door to the west.

Floor B2: The Depths of Ice

Room 5 - Ice Chuchus and Floor Traps: This room introduces Ice Chuchus, which freeze you on contact. Defeat them with your sword. Watch out for the crumbling ice floor sections.
Room 6 - The First Small Key Door: You'll find a locked door here. This is where the Small Key you found on the Isle of Frost comes in handy. Unlock the door and proceed.
Room 7 - Rotating Platforms: This room has rotating platforms over a bottomless pit. Time your movements carefully. Use your Boomerang to hit the crystal switch on the far side to stop the platforms temporarily, making passage easier.
Room 8 - Mini-Boss: Blizzeta's Minion: Prepare for a fight against a large Ice Bubble.

The mini-boss will float around, occasionally dropping smaller ice bubbles.
Use your Boomerang to stun it when it's vulnerable (its eye opens).
Once stunned, quickly attack it with your sword. Repeat this process until it's defeated.
Upon defeat, a chest will appear containing the Bow! This new item is essential for the rest of the dungeon.

Floor B1 (Revisited) & Floor B3: Bow Puzzles and the Boss Key

Room 9 - Bow Practice: Return to Room 1 (the Foyer). You'll notice a previously unreachable crystal switch across a gap. Use your newly acquired Bow to shoot an arrow at it. This will activate a platform, allowing you to reach the eastern side of the Foyer.
Room 10 - Arrow Switches: In the eastern section, you'll find a series of arrow targets. Shoot them in the correct sequence (hint: look for visual cues on the walls or floor) to open the path to Floor B3.
Floor B3 - The Boss Key Chamber: This floor is a single, large chamber.

You'll see the Boss Key encased in a block of ice.
To melt the ice, you need to light four torches around the room. Each torch is behind a block of ice.
Use your Bow to shoot arrows through the flames of already lit torches (or the central brazier) to light the unlit ones. The arrows will carry the flame.
Once all four torches are lit, the ice encasing the Boss Key will melt. Collect the Boss Key.

Floor B4: The Boss Arena

Room 11 - Final Descent: With the Boss Key in hand, return to Floor B2 and locate the large boss door. Use the Boss Key to unlock it and descend to the final floor.
Boss Battle: Blaaz, Master of Fire and Ice: Prepare for a challenging fight against Blaaz.

Phase 1: Ice Form: Blaaz will appear as a large ice golem. He will summon smaller ice enemies and try to stomp on you.
Your primary strategy here is to use your Bombs. When Blaaz raises his arms to attack, quickly throw a bomb into his open mouth. This will stun him.
While stunned, attack him relentlessly with your sword. Repeat this until his ice armor shatters.
Phase 2: Fire Form: Blaaz will transform into a fiery entity. He will float around, shooting fireballs and creating fire trails.
This is where your Boomerang comes in. When Blaaz is vulnerable (his core glows), use your Boomerang to hit him. This will briefly extinguish his flames.
Once his flames are out, quickly switch to your Bow and shoot an arrow at his core.
Repeat this Boomerang-then-Arrow strategy until Blaaz is defeated.

Victory Reward: After defeating Blaaz, a Heart Container will appear. Collect it to increase your maximum health. Then, step onto the warp portal to claim the third Pure Metal!

Congratulations, hero! You have successfully navigated the treacherous Isle of Frost and conquered the Temple of Ice. Your journey for the Pure Metals continues!