How to Get the Hylian Shield in Tears of the Kingdom

Learn how to find the legendary Hylian Shield in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Discover its location at Hyrule Castle Docks and how to obtain it.

Alright, so you're looking to snag the Hylian Shield in Tears of the Kingdom, huh? That's a solid goal! It's one of the best shields in the game, and you can actually grab it pretty early on, even with just a few hearts. Just make sure you've got a way to make fire – like arrows, a torch, or something similar – before you head out.

Where to Find It:

You'll find the Hylian Shield hidden away in the Hyrule Castle Docks, which is on the northwest side of the surface area of Hyrule Castle. You can get there by gliding down from the Hyrule Castle sky area, or if you're feeling adventurous, you can sail across the Hyrule Castle Moat.

Navigating the Docks:

Once you reach the docks, make your way across the piers and head up the stairs. Now, here's where things get a little dicey: Gloom Hands will spawn. Honestly, if you're not super beefed up with hearts or Gloom Resistance, dealing with them is probably more trouble than it's worth, especially since a Phantom Ganon shows up after you defeat them. My advice? Just run past them! Keep sprinting up the stairs and out of a hole in the cliff. They'll eventually despawn, and you can then head back in.

Lighting the Brazier:

After the Gloom Hands are gone, find the big unlit brazier on the upper floor overlooking the docks. You need to light this up. If you have an arrow or a torch, you can use the lit sconces nearby to get it going. Once that brazier is lit, poof! A chest will appear from the ground, and inside, you'll find the Hylian Shield!

Why it's Worth It:

This shield is a beast, boasting an impressive 90 Defense. If you're someone who likes to block attacks regularly, this will be an amazing addition to your inventory.

What if it Breaks? (Don't worry!)

So, the Hylian Shield isn't indestructible, sadly. But here's the good news: once you've found it in the wild, you can buy another one from Cece's Private Collection in Hateno Village for 3,000 Rupees. Just make sure you've completed 'The Mayoral Election' side adventure first. Also, remember you can only hold one at a time, and it won't show up for sale until you've actually found the first one.

Pro-Tip for Durability:

If you want to keep your precious Hylian Shield (or any rare gear) from breaking, you can feed it to a Rock Octorok. You can find these guys hanging around Death Mountain in the Eldin Region. They can repair any weapon or shield you give them, which is super handy for keeping your best gear in top shape!