In The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Wind Crests are stone markers scattered throughout Hyrule that serve as fast-travel points. Once activated, you can use the Ocarina of Wind to summon Zeffa, a bird that transports you to any previously activated Wind Crest. There are eight Wind Crests in total. Here’s a detailed guide to their locations and activation requirements:
Wind Crest #1: Hyrule Town
Location: Northern Hyrule Town, near the exit to North Hyrule Field, just west of Funday School.
Activation Requirements: None.
Approach the stone marker and press the ‘A’ button to activate it.
Wind Crest #2: Minish Woods
Location: Northwest of Minish Village.
Activation Requirements: None.
After exiting Minish Village to the west, resize to normal Link size and head north a few steps to find the Wind Crest.
Wind Crest #3: South Hyrule Field
Location: North of Link’s House.
Activation Requirements: None.
From Link’s house, head north to locate the Wind Crest.
Wind Crest #4: Mount Crenel
Location: Just west of Melari’s Mines and south of the Cave of Flames.
Activation Requirements: Grip Ring (to navigate Mount Crenel).
After exiting Melari’s Mines, head north, then west. Resize to normal size and head east to find the Wind Crest.
Wind Crest #5: Castor Wilds
Location: Southern section of Castor Wilds, east of the large swamp area.
Activation Requirements: Pegasus Boots (to traverse the swamp).
Navigate to the far southern part of Castor Wilds, east of the large swamp area, to locate and activate the Wind Crest.
Wind Crest #6: Lake Hylia
Location: West of the Temple of Droplets.
Activation Requirements: Ocarina of Wind.
This Wind Crest is already marked on the map once you obtain the Ocarina of Wind. It cannot be reached on foot and requires the Ocarina for access.
Wind Crest #7: Veil Falls
Location: Near the top of Veil Falls, beneath Biggoron.
Activation Requirements: None.
Climb the large wall in Veil Falls; the Wind Crest is just to your left upon reaching the top.
Wind Crest #8: Cloud Tops
Location: In front of the Home of the Wind Tribe.
Activation Requirements: None.
After reaching the Cloud Tops, locate the Wind Crest just outside the house in the clouds.
By activating all eight Wind Crests, you can significantly reduce travel time across Hyrule, making your adventure more efficient and enjoyable.