Akkala Tower in BOTW looms over Hyrule like a crimson Everest—tall, drenched in malice, and begging you to conquer it. Between the slippery rain, prowling Lizalfos, and that stamina-sapping height, it’s no wonder players dread this ascent. But don’t sweat it: we’ve got the steps to get you to the top. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned Breath of the Wild adventurer, this guide will help you climb Akkala Tower, dodge its hazards, and unlock the stunning Akkala region map. Let’s gear up and tackle this beast!
How to Climb Akkala Tower
Preparing for the Cold
Akkala Tower sits in a weird spot—close to Death Mountain’s heat but chilly enough to frost Link’s eyebrows. You’ll need cold protection, or you’ll be shivering your way to a game over before you even start climbing.
Warm Doublet: Snag this cozy jacket in Hateno Village for 80 rupees, or nab it early from the Old Man’s “Forgotten Recipe” quest on the Great Plateau. It’s your simplest shield against the chill.
Spicy Fruit and Mushroom Mix: No doublet? Cook up a Spicy Fruit and Mushroom Mix—toss 4 Spicy Peppers (scattered around the Great Plateau) with 1 Mushroom (any will do). You’ll get 8 hearts back and over 12 minutes of mid-level cold resistance. Plenty of time to scale the tower.
Bonus Tip: Stamina’s just as critical here. Whip up a stamina-boosting snack like 4 Stamella Shrooms and 1 Raw Meat for a full wheel plus a bonus, or grab an Endura Carrot from Satori Mountain for an instant max-out. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself halfway up.
Also, do not forget that rain’s a constant pest in Akkala too—pack wood and flint to spark a fire under overhangs if the weather turns sour. Nothing’s worse than slipping off a wet tower with no stamina left!
Finding and Eliminating Malice
Akkala Tower’s base is a nasty puddle of malice—that black-and-purple goo that burns on touch and blocks your climb. Here’s how to clear it and strut inside like a champ:
Locate the Eye: Circle the ruins around the tower until you spot a glowing eyeball poking out of the malice. It’s usually on the north side, nestled in the crumbling stone.
Clear Shot: Mobs like Bokoblins might lurk nearby—take them out with a quick arrow or bomb to line up your shot. No distractions allowed when you’re sniping malice.
Destroy the Eye: Nock an arrow, aim true, and pop that eye. Boom—the malice vanishes, and a metal beam crashes down, opening a path through a half-barred window. You’re in!
Players online rave about an extra trick: if you’ve got Revali’s Gale from Vah Medoh, you can skip this step entirely by blasting up past the malice from a nearby ledge. Sneaky, right?
Using Magnesis
You’re inside, but the tower’s still playing hard to get. Time to flex that Sheikah Slate and get crafty with Magnesis:
Find the Metal Beam: Climb the ruins to a red-carpeted spot overlooking the beam you dropped earlier. It’s your golden ticket.
Lift and Place: Fire up Magnesis, hoist that beam, and carry it up the stairs nearby. Slot it into the gap between the stairs’ top and the tower ledge—think of it as building your own Hyrule bridge.
Safe Passage: Trot across your makeshift walkway and hop onto the tower. You’re past the malice mess and ready to climb!
A hot tip from the Breath of the Wild community: some folks climb a broken archway near the tower instead, then glide to the climbable section. It’s a slick detour if you’ve got the paraglider skills—and it skips fiddling with the beam entirely.
Climbing to the Summit
Now the real fun begins—scaling Akkala Tower’s heights. It’s tall, it’s tough, but you’ve got this:
Stamina Management: Pace yourself—rest on ledges every chance you get. Pop a stamina elixir (like Stamina Shroom + Monster Part) or that Endura Carrot dish if your green bar’s blinking. The tower’s forgiving with its platforms, so use ’em.
Avoiding Hazards: Malice still clings to some spots—stick to clean surfaces or you’ll take a hit. Rain can strike too; if it does, hang tight under an overhang or time your climb for clear skies (check the in-game forecast!).
Once you crest the top, slot your Sheikah Slate into the pedestal. Boom—the Akkala region map lights up, revealing highlands, tech labs, and a killer view. You’ve conquered one of BOTW’s trickiest towers!
Bonus Tricks from the Wild
Online chatter (think Reddit and Zelda forums) adds a few gems we can’t skip:
Citadel Shortcut: Trek to the Akkala Citadel Ruins, climb high, and glide to a mid-tier ledge on the tower. It cuts the climb in half if you nail the angle.
Guardian Dodge: Sneaky Guardian Skywatchers patrol the Citadel path—stock ancient arrows or sprint past with stealth buffs (Silent Princess + Hightail Lizard) to avoid their lasers.
Rain-Proof Climb: The tower’s top half acts like an umbrella—rain won’t slow you there, so push past the lower wet zones fast.
