In The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, the “One Soldier Too Many” side quest tasks players with identifying an imposter among the soldiers in Hyrule Castle Town. Here’s a comprehensive guide to completing this quest:
Quest Location: Hyrule Castle Town, initiated by speaking with Beecher at the southern gate.
Prerequisites:
- Completion of the “Still Missing” main quest.
Steps to Complete the “One Soldier Too Many” Side Quest:
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Initiate the Quest: After completing the “Still Missing” main quest, speak with Beecher, the guard stationed at the southern gate of Hyrule Castle Town. He will express concerns about an extra soldier among the ranks, suspecting an imposter.
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Gather Information:
- Speak with the Soldier by the Fountain: Head to the fountain in the center of town and talk to the soldier on the northeast side. He will mention recently having his gear replaced, indicating that old equipment might be unaccounted for.
- Consult the Soldier on the Western Rampart: Use a Platboom or other Echoes to access the western rampart near the barracks. The soldier there will suggest checking the barracks for missing equipment.
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Investigate the Barracks: Enter the barracks located in the northwest part of town and speak with the soldier inside. He will reveal that a set of damaged equipment, including a broken lance, was meant for disposal but has gone missing.
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Identify the Suspicious Soldier:
- Observe Soldiers for Damaged Equipment: Look around town for any soldier with damaged gear. Notably, the soldier standing near the well outside the barracks wields a lance missing its pointed metal tip.
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Report Findings to Beecher:
- Return to the barracks and inform Beecher of your observations. He will ask a series of questions to confirm your findings:
- “Where did you see the suspicious soldier?”
- Respond: “Near the well.”
- “And which piece of equipment was damaged?”
- Respond: “The lance.”
- “Where did you see the suspicious soldier?”
- Return to the barracks and inform Beecher of your observations. He will ask a series of questions to confirm your findings:
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Confront the Imposter: After providing your answers, a cutscene will reveal that the suspicious soldier, named Capnut, is not an Echo but a civilian aspiring to help by posing as a guard. Impressed by his enthusiasm, General Wright decides to recruit him officially.
Reward:
- Golden Egg: A rare item that, when used in a drink, may greatly boost the effect of other ingredients.
By following this guide, you’ll successfully complete the “One Soldier Too Many” side quest, contributing to the safety and integrity of Hyrule Castle Town.