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Dungeon 7: Desert Palace
The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds

Dungeon 7: Desert Palace

Master the Zaganaga boss fight in The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. Learn strategies for using the Sand Rod, dodging lasers, and defeating this desert foe to claim Irene's Painting.

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Master the Zaganaga boss fight in The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. Learn strategies for using the Sand Rod, dodging lasers, and defeating this desert foe to claim Irene's Painting.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    The battlefield is a series of small platforms over quicksand. Use the Sand Rod to create sand bridges between platforms.
  2. 2
    Be aware that casting the Sand Rod destroys previous sand pillars. Only create bridges between solid platforms.
  3. 3
    Approach Zaganaga and attack it with your sword.
  4. 4
    Zaganaga will move to different platforms; observe its path. You may need to create multiple bridges to reach it.
  5. 5
    Do not stay on sand bridges for too long, as they will crumble (unless upgraded). Arrows can be used but consume energy faster than the Sand Rod.
  6. 6
    After taking damage, Zaganaga will spit out Peahats. Deal with them quickly as they are a nuisance.
  7. 7
    The Tornado Rod can be used in tough situations but consumes a lot of energy.
  8. 8
    After more hits, Zaganaga will reveal five eyes and, after spitting Peahats, will charge and shoot a slow-moving sand laser in a quarter or semi-circle.
  9. 9
    When the laser is charging, create a sand bridge away to safety and avoid the attack.
  10. 10
    The laser is slow-moving and avoidable. Prioritize eliminating Peahats before and during your laser escape.
  11. 11
    Once safe from the laser, create more bridges to reach the back of Zaganaga and attack it.
  12. 12
    After Zaganaga is defeated, the quicksand will disappear. Collect the heart container and Irene's Painting.
Tips
  • Reserve your energy gauge for the Sand Rod, as it's more efficient than arrows for damaging Zaganaga.
  • The Tornado Rod is powerful but uses a lot of energy, so use it strategically.
  • Always prioritize dodging Zaganaga's attacks, especially the sand laser, by creating safe sand bridges.
  • Dealing with the Peahats promptly will prevent them from interfering with your main fight against Zaganaga.

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