Post-Game Unlockables

Post-Game Unlockables

Congratulations, Hero of New Hyrule! Defeating Malladus and restoring the Spirit Tracks is a monumental achievement. But your adventure doesn't have to end there. The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks offers a wealth of post-game content, from challenging new areas to valuable upgrades, that will keep you chugging along for hours. This section details all the unlockables and how to obtain them, ensuring you can truly achieve 100% completion.

New Game + (Second Quest)

Upon completing the main story and viewing the credits, you'll be prompted to save your game. Do so! When you load this cleared save file, you'll gain access to a "Second Quest" option from the title screen. This mode offers a significantly harder challenge, with enemies dealing more damage and puzzles often having subtle changes. Beyond increased difficulty, you'll find some item placements altered, and certain mini-game scores required for rewards may be higher. It's the ultimate test of your newfound heroics and a fantastic way to re-experience the journey with a fresh perspective.

• Unlocks: After completing the main story and saving your cleared game file.
• How to Access: Select "Second Quest" from the title screen when loading your cleared save.
• Benefits: Increased enemy damage, altered puzzle solutions, modified item locations, higher mini-game score requirements, and bragging rights!

Force Gem Collection: Powering Up Your Train

While you've likely collected many Force Gems during your journey, the post-game is the perfect time to track down any you missed. Collecting all 16 Force Gems scattered across New Hyrule is crucial for unlocking the most powerful train parts and completing your game to 100%. Each Force Gem contributes to your overall count, which in turn unlocks progressively better train upgrades at the Train Station in Aboda Village. These upgrades are essential for tackling the toughest challenges and traversing the most dangerous parts of New Hyrule with ease.

Comprehensive Force Gem Locations & Strategies:

This comprehensive list details the location and acquisition method for all 16 Force Gems. Use this as your ultimate checklist for 100% completion.

• Force Gem 1: Aboda Village - Train Station
  • Location: Aboda Village, Train Station.
  • Strategy: This Force Gem is awarded automatically after you successfully complete the first train tutorial and deliver Alfonzo to the Tower of Spirits, essentially after your first successful train journey. It serves as an introduction to the Force Gem system.
• Force Gem 2: Whittleton - Trading Sequence (Flute)
  • Location: Whittleton (Forest Realm).
  • Strategy: This Force Gem is obtained through a short trading sequence:
    1. Start: Speak to the Postman in Papuchia Village (Forest Realm) to receive a Letter.
    2. Trade 1: Deliver the Letter to the Engineer in Aboda Village (Forest Realm) for a Train Whistle.
    3. Trade 2: Give the Train Whistle to the Train Enthusiast in Whittleton (Forest Realm) to receive this Force Gem.
• Force Gem 3: Forest Sanctuary - Song of Healing
  • Location: Forest Sanctuary (Forest Realm).
  • Strategy: After learning the Song of Healing from Gage, play it perfectly on your Spirit Flute. Gage will reward you with this Force Gem for your musical prowess.
• Force Gem 4: Rabbitland Rescue - All Rabbits
  • Location: Rabbitland Rescue (Forest Realm).
  • Strategy: Capture all 50 Rabbits scattered throughout New Hyrule and return them to the Rabbitland Rescue. This is a significant undertaking, requiring thorough exploration of every train track and hidden area. The Rabbit Locator item (obtained after catching 10 rabbits) will be invaluable, check every corner of the map.
• Force Gem 5: Snow Sanctuary - Song of Discovery
  • Location: Snow Sanctuary (Snow Realm).
  • Strategy: Similar to the Forest Sanctuary, after learning the Song of Discovery from Gage, play it perfectly on your Spirit Flute. Gage will reward you with this Force Gem.
• Force Gem 6: Anouki Village - Trading Sequence (Hot Spring Water)
  • Location: Anouki Village (Snow Realm).
  • Strategy: This is a multi-step trading sequence:
    1. Start: Speak to the Snowman in the Snow Realm (near the Ice Temple) to receive a Snowman's Scarf.
    2. Trade 1: Deliver the Snowman's Scarf to the Anouki Elder in Anouki Village (Snow Realm). He will then ask you to bring him Hot Spring Water.
    3. Trade 2: Travel to the Hot Spring Station in the Snow Realm. Use an Empty Bottle to collect Hot Spring Water. You must transport this water quickly back to Anouki Village before it cools. Use warp gates and avoid enemies.
    4. Reward: Deliver the Hot Spring Water to the Anouki Elder in Anouki Village for this Force Gem.
• Force Gem 7: Goron Village - Song of Light
  • Location: Goron Village (Fire Realm).
  • Strategy: After learning the Song of Light from Gage, play it perfectly on your Spirit Flute. Gage will reward you with this Force Gem.
• Force Gem 8: Goron Target Practice (Fire Realm)
  • Location: Goron Village (Fire Realm).
  • Strategy: Achieve a high score (usually 1000 points or more) in the Goron Target Practice mini-game. This requires precise aiming with your Bow and quick reflexes. Practice to learn the patterns of the targets. Recommended equipment: Great Bow for faster shots.
• Force Gem 9: Ocean Sanctuary - Song of Birds
  • Location: Ocean Sanctuary (Ocean Realm).
  • Strategy: After learning the Song of Birds from Gage, play it perfectly on your Spirit Flute. Gage will reward you with this Force Gem.
• Force Gem 10: Pirate Hideout - Cannon Challenge
  • Location: Inside the Pirate Hideout (Ocean Realm).
  • Strategy: Complete the "Pirate Hideout Challenge" mini-game within the time limit. This requires precise cannon aiming and quick reflexes to destroy all targets. Aim for a perfect score to guarantee the Force Gem.
• Force Gem 11: Sand Sanctuary - Song of Awakening
  • Location: Sand Sanctuary (Sand Realm).
  • Strategy: After learning the Song of Awakening from Gage, play it perfectly on your Spirit Flute. Gage will reward you with this Force Gem.
• Force Gem 12: Sand Realm - Whip Race (Perfect Score)
  • Location: Whip Race track in the Sand Realm (near the Sand Temple).
  • Strategy: Achieve a perfect score (no mistakes, hitting every target) in the Whip Race mini-game. Practice makes perfect, and memorizing the track layout is key. You'll need to hit every target with the Whip without missing or hitting the wrong target.
• Force Gem 13: Take 'Em All On! Challenge (Forest Realm)
  • Location: Take 'Em All On! cave in the Forest Realm (accessible via a hidden path near Aboda Village).
  • Strategy: Successfully complete the "Take 'Em All On!" challenge, defeating all waves of enemies within the time limit. Upgraded swords (like the Regal Sword), a full heart container, and strategic use of items like Bombs and the Boomerang are highly recommended. Focus on crowd control and prioritize dangerous enemies.
• Force Gem 14: Take 'Em All On! Challenge (Snow Realm)
  • Location: Take 'Em All On! cave in the Snow Realm (near the Ice Temple).
  • Strategy: Conquer the "Take 'Em All On!" challenge in the Snow Realm. This version features tougher enemies, including Ice Keese and Freezards. The Bow and Bombs are excellent for dealing with these foes. Ensure you have ample health and a strong sword.
• Force Gem 15: Take 'Em All On! Challenge (Fire Realm)
  • Location: Take 'Em All On! cave in the Fire Realm (near Goron Village).
  • Strategy: Overcome the "Take 'Em All On!" challenge in the Fire Realm. Expect Fire Keese, Fire Babas, and other heat-resistant enemies. The Boomerang can be used to douse flames, and the Bow is effective against most flying enemies.
• Force Gem 16: Take 'Em All On! Challenge (Ocean Realm)
  • Location: Take 'Em All On! cave in the Ocean Realm (near the Ocean Temple).
  • Strategy: Complete the final "Take 'Em All On!" challenge in the Ocean Realm. This is arguably the toughest, featuring heavily armored enemies and fast-moving foes. use your full arsenal of items and techniques. The Whip can be useful for disarming enemies or pulling them closer.

Train Parts & Upgrades

As you collect Force Gems, the Train Engineer in Aboda Village will progressively unlock more powerful and aesthetically pleasing train parts. These parts not only change the appearance of your train but also offer significant stat boosts, making your journeys safer and faster. To equip new parts, simply speak to the Engineer.

Below is a table detailing the unlockable train parts and their requirements:

Strategy Tip: Prioritize collecting Force Gems early in your post-game adventure. The improved train parts, especially the Spirit Train Parts, will make traversing the Dark Realm and completing remaining side quests significantly easier and more enjoyable.

Heart Containers & Pieces of Heart

While you likely collected many during the main story, ensuring you have all 20 Heart Containers (totaling 20 hearts) is a key part of 100% completion. Each Heart Container is either earned by defeating a dungeon boss or by collecting four Pieces of Heart. Revisit areas and consult a comprehensive guide for any missed Pieces of Heart.

• Total Heart Containers: 20 (17 from Pieces of Heart, 3 from dungeon bosses).
• Strategy:
  • Boss Rewards: You automatically receive a Heart Container after defeating the boss of the Forest Temple, Snow Temple, and Ocean Temple.
  • Pieces of Heart: There are 17 Heart Containers to be gained from collecting Pieces of Heart. Since each Heart Container requires 4 Pieces, this means there are a total of 68 Pieces of Heart scattered across New Hyrule.
    • Mini-games: Many mini-games offer Pieces of Heart as rewards for achieving certain scores (e.g., Goron Target Practice, Whip Race, Pirate Hideout Cannon Challenge).
    • Side Quests: Completing various side quests for NPCs often yields a Piece of Heart.
    • Hidden Chests: Explore every nook and cranny, use your Bombs on suspicious walls, and activate switches to reveal hidden chests containing Pieces of Heart.
    • Trading Sequences: Some longer trading sequences culminate in a Piece of Heart.

Stamp Station Completion

Throughout your journey, you've encountered Stamp Stations. Collecting all 20 stamps is a fun side objective that rewards you with the Engineer's Outfit, a purely cosmetic but highly sought-after item.

• Total Stamps: 20.
• Reward: Engineer's Outfit (cosmetic).
• Strategy:
  • Location: Stamp Stations are typically found in towns, villages, and sometimes hidden within dungeons or along train tracks.
  • How to Stamp: Simply approach the Stamp Station and use your stylus to stamp your Stamp Book.
  • Checking Progress: Your Stamp Book in the Collection screen shows which stamps you've collected and gives hints for those you haven't.
  • Common Pitfalls: Don't forget the Stamp Stations in the various Sanctuaries, the Tower of Spirits (after certain progress points), and those requiring specific train routes or puzzle solutions to reach.

Rabbitland Rescue Completion

As mentioned with Force Gem 4, collecting all 50 Rabbits is a major post-game undertaking. Beyond the Force Gem, it offers a sense of accomplishment and fully populates the Rabbitland Rescue.

• Total Rabbits: 50.
• Reward: Force Gem 4 (upon collecting all 50).
• Strategy:
  • Rabbit Locator: Obtain this item from the Rabbitland Rescue after catching 10 rabbits. It will beep when a rabbit is nearby, making your search much easier.
  • Exploration: Rabbits are hidden in every realm, often in secluded areas off the main tracks, behind trees, or in small caves.
  • Train Speed: Some rabbits require precise timing and train speed to catch. Use your train's whistle to lure them out, then quickly adjust your speed to scoop them up.
  • Realm-Specific: Each realm has a set number of rabbits. Keep track of which realms you've thoroughly searched.

Train Collection

Beyond the customizable parts, you can unlock different train models. While mostly cosmetic, they offer a fun way to personalize your journey.

• Golden Train:
  • Unlock Condition: Achieve a perfect score (or very high score) in all "Take 'Em All On!" challenges (Forest, Snow, Fire, Ocean).
  • Description: A dazzling, golden train that stands out on the tracks.
• Dark Train:
  • Unlock Condition: Complete the game on Second Quest mode.
  • Description: A menacing, black and red train, resembling the Dark Trains you encounter in the Dark Realm. A true mark of a master player.

Sound Test

For the audiophiles, a Sound Test option becomes available, allowing you to listen to all the game's music and sound effects at your leisure.

• Unlock Condition: Complete the main story and save your cleared game file.
• How to Access: From the title screen, select "Sound Test" after loading your cleared save.
• Benefits: Enjoy the memorable soundtrack of Spirit Tracks anytime!

Achieving 100% completion in The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks is a rewarding endeavor that will test your skills, patience, and exploration abilities. With this comprehensive guide, you're well-equipped to tackle every last challenge New Hyrule has to offer!