In The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, the “Impa’s Gift” side quest allows players to acquire Zelda’s white horse, enhancing travel across Hyrule. Here’s a comprehensive guide to completing this quest:
Quest Location: Hyrule Castle, specifically the Throne Room.
Prerequisites:
- Completion of the “Still Missing” main quest.
- Completion of the “Runaway Horse” side quest.
Steps to Complete the “Impa’s Gift” Side Quest:
- Initiate the Quest: After completing the “Still Missing” main quest, speak with Impa in the Throne Room of Hyrule Castle. She will inform you that she has been raising a horse for Zelda and suggests visiting Hyrule Ranch to retrieve it.
- Visit Hyrule Ranch:
- Travel to Hyrule Ranch, located southwest of Hyrule Castle Town.
- Upon arrival, speak to Falfa, the girl in the northwest corner of the ranch. She will mention that her brother took Zelda’s horse out for exercise but hasn’t returned yet.
- Investigate the Carrot Patch:
- As you converse with Falfa, her brother arrives, explaining that a rift appeared near the Carrot Patch, swallowing Zelda’s horse.
- Proceed to the Carrot Patch, located northwest of Hyrule Castle Town, near the Eternal Forest.
- Enter the Stilled Carrot Patch Rift: At the Carrot Patch, you’ll find a rift. Enter it to access the Stilled Carrot Patch.
- Mend the Rift:
- Within the Stilled Carrot Patch, your objective is to locate and rescue four groups of Tri’s friends (glowing orbs).
- Explore the area, solving puzzles and defeating enemies to collect all four orbs.
- Summon Zelda’s Horse:
- After mending the rift and returning to the normal world, Zelda’s horse may still be missing.
- Use the Bind ability to pull a carrot from the ground in the Carrot Patch. This action will attract Zelda’s horse, completing the quest.
Rewards:
- Zelda’s White Horse: A loyal steed that enhances travel across Hyrule.
- Carrot Echo: Allows you to summon Zelda’s horse at any time by using the Carrot Echo.
By following this guide, you’ll successfully complete the “Impa’s Gift” side quest, gaining a valuable companion to aid in your adventures throughout Hyrule.