The Oceanside Spider House is a notable mini-dungeon in The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask, situated along the Great Bay Coast near the Fisherman’s Hut. This eerie abode is infested with 30 Gold Skulltulas, and cleansing it within a single day rewards Link with the Giant Wallet, allowing him to carry up to 500 rupees.
Preparation
Before venturing into the Oceanside Spider House, ensure you have the following items:
- Bombs or Blast Mask: To access the inner chambers by destroying cracked walls.
- Hookshot: Essential for reaching distant Skulltulas and tokens.
- Fire Arrows: Useful for burning cobwebs obstructing pathways.
- Captain’s Hat: Allows communication with Stalchildren to solve specific puzzles within the house.
Locating the Oceanside Spider House
From the Great Bay Coast entrance, head toward the shore near the Fisherman’s Hut. The Spider House is identifiable by its foreboding facade nestled against the cliffside.
Navigating the Spider House
- Entrance Hall:
- Blast the cracked wall using a Bomb or the Blast Mask to reveal the main corridor.
- Main Corridor:
- Descend the ramp, eliminating any Gold Skulltulas along the walls or ceiling.
- Library:
- Use the Hookshot to remove paintings, revealing hidden Skulltulas.
- Move bookshelves to uncover secret passages.
- Communicate with the two Stalchildren using the Captain’s Hat to gather clues for the dining room puzzle.
- Storage Room:
- Break crates and jars to find concealed Skulltulas.
- Burn cobwebs with Fire Arrows to access new areas.
- Dining Room:
- Speak to the four seated Stalchildren with the Captain’s Hat to obtain hints about the correct order to shoot colored masks on the walls.
- Solving this puzzle opens a hidden passage in the fireplace, leading to a Piece of Heart.
Reward
After collecting all 30 Gold Skulltula tokens, return to the entrance. A man seeking shelter from the impending moon crash will appear and request ownership of the cleansed house. If all tokens are collected on the First Day, he rewards Link with the Giant Wallet. Completing the task on subsequent days yields varying rupee rewards.
Additional Notes
- In the 3DS version, the Giant Wallet can be obtained regardless of the day, and clearing the house a second time grants a Fishing Hole Pass.
- The house contains mysterious paintings of Skull Kid, adding to its enigmatic atmosphere.