Spiritual Stone of Water Walkthrough – Zora’s Domain and Lake Hylia (Ocarina of Time Remake)

TL;DR

• After completing Dodongo Cavern, travel east from Kakariko Village through Hyrule Field to reach Zora River.
• Use Bombs to clear the boulders blocking the river path and visit the Magic Bean Seller.
• Follow the river, defeat the enemies, and use a Cucco to collect two optional Pieces of Heart.
• Play Zelda’s Lullaby in front of the waterfall to enter Zora’s Domain.
• Speak with King Zora and complete the diving challenge to receive the Silver Scale.
• Use the underwater tunnel to reach Lake Hylia and collect the Bottle containing Princess Ruto’s Letter.
• Show the letter to King Zora, catch a fish, and offer it to Lord Jabu-Jabu to enter the next dungeon.

The Spiritual Stone of Water walkthrough in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake takes Link to Zora River, Zora’s Domain, and Lake Hylia. After receiving the Goron’s Ruby from Darunia, your next objective is to find Princess Ruto, who is believed to be carrying the third Spiritual Stone.

Your journey starts at Zora River. You will need to clear a path with your Bombs, explore the river, and find the entrance to Zora’s Domain. Inside, King Zora will explain that his daughter has gone missing. To continue the search, you must complete a diving challenge and obtain the Silver Scale.

The Silver Scale allows you to dive deeper and reach Lake Hylia through an underwater passage. There, you will find a bottle containing a letter from Princess Ruto. Returning this letter to King Zora opens the path to Lord Jabu-Jabu, where the next dungeon begins.

What You Need Before Starting the Spiritual Stone of Water Quest

Make sure you have completed Dodongo Cavern before travelling to Zora River. This area contains large boulders that block the route, so you need regular Bombs to clear the way.

Here are the important items to carry:

• Bomb Bag: Needed to destroy the rocks blocking Zora River.
• Ocarina: Required to play Zelda’s Lullaby and open the waterfall entrance.
• Zelda’s Lullaby: You need this song to enter Zora’s Domain.
• Bottles: At least one bottle is useful for carrying Bugs and later collecting a fish.
• Deku Sticks: Required for the torch puzzle in Zora’s Domain.
• Din’s Fire: Useful for one optional treasure chest at Lake Hylia.

If you are still missing any important equipment, follow these earlier walkthroughs before continuing:

• Kokiri Forest walkthrough – Start your journey and learn the basics of the forest.
• Great Deku Tree dungeon walkthrough – Complete Link’s first major dungeon.
• Princess of Hyrule walkthrough – Follow the Hyrule Castle story and learn Zelda’s Lullaby.
• Goron City and Lost Woods walkthrough – Find Saria and obtain the Goron Bracelet.
• Spiritual Stone of Fire walkthrough – Follow the quest leading to Dodongo Cavern.
• Dodongo Cavern dungeon walkthrough – Find the Bomb Bag and defeat King Dodongo to receive the Goron’s Ruby.

You can also read our Ocarina of Time Remake beginner tips if you need help with movement, combat, or item controls.

How to Reach Zora River in Ocarina of Time Remake

Zora River is located on the eastern side of Hyrule Field, near Kakariko Village and Death Mountain. It is the main route to Zora’s Domain.

After completing Dodongo Cavern, leave the Death Mountain area and return to Hyrule Field. Travel towards the eastern side and look for a large tunnel entrance leading into a rocky ravine.

Follow these steps:

1. Travel to Kakariko Village from Death Mountain.
2. Leave the village and enter Hyrule Field.
3. Move towards the eastern side of the field, following the wall near Kakariko Village.
4. Find the large entrance leading to Zora River.
5. Enter the tunnel to reach the river area.

Once you enter, you will find a winding river with strong water currents. You cannot swim upstream through the current, so you must follow the walkways and platforms along the riverbank.

You may also find Kaepora Gaebora, the owl, near the entrance. Speak with him if you want to hear more about the area and the Zoras.

How to Clear the Boulders Blocking Zora River

As you move further into Zora River, you will find several cracked boulders blocking the path. These rocks cannot be destroyed with your sword.

Use the Bombs you collected from Dodongo Cavern to clear the entrance.

1. Stand near the first group of cracked boulders.
2. Open your item menu and select a Bomb.
3. Place or throw the Bomb next to the rocks.
4. Move away before it explodes.
5. Continue through the newly cleared path.

Keep moving uphill and watch for a strange plant surrounded by butterflies. This is the Magic Bean Seller’s location, so remember it before continuing towards the sealed gate.

How to Find the Magic Bean Seller in Zora River

After clearing the boulders, continue up the path until you meet a man sitting near a sealed gate. He is the Magic Bean Seller.

Speak with him to see the Magic Beans available for purchase. These beans can be planted in patches of soft soil found throughout Hyrule. They take several years to grow, but the plants become useful platforms and can help you reach hidden rewards when you return as Adult Link.

There is one unusual detail about this seller. The price of Magic Beans increases by 10 Rupees every time you purchase one.

Should You Buy Magic Beans Now?

Buying at least two Magic Beans during your first visit is a good idea if you have enough Rupees. You can purchase a few more later after finishing the main objectives in Zora’s Domain.

Before planting a bean, check the nearby patch of soft soil. You can use a Bug from a bottle to reveal a hidden Gold Skulltula.

How to Get Gold Skulltula #28

The first Gold Skulltula in this area is hidden in the soft soil close to the Magic Bean Seller.

1. Take out a bottle containing Bugs.
2. Stand near the soft soil patch.
3. Release the Bugs into the soil.
4. Wait for the Gold Skulltula to appear.
5. Defeat it and collect the token.
6. Plant a Magic Bean in the same patch afterward if you want.

This is Gold Skulltula #28 in the collectible sequence covered by this walkthrough.

How to Cross the Sealed Gate in Zora River

The gate near the Magic Bean Seller blocks the direct route, but you can get around it by using the nearby platforms.

Jump across the river using the ledge beside the gate. Be careful because Octoroks hide underwater and attack Link with projectiles.

When an Octorok appears and fires at you, stop moving and raise your shield. Its projectile can bounce back towards the enemy and defeat it.

After crossing the river, you will notice a lone Cucco on the other side of the sealed gate. You will need this Cucco for two optional Pieces of Heart, so remember its location.

Continue along the left side of the river. You can now explore the upper path without going back to the beginning immediately.

How to Get 50 Rupees from the Singing Frogs

As you follow the river uphill, look for a large alcove along the northern cliff. Inside, you will find several frogs sitting on tree stumps.

These frogs enjoy music. Take out your Ocarina and play a song for them.

Each different song makes one of the frogs react. The songs you can currently play include:

• Saria’s Song
• Epona’s Song
• Sun’s Song
• Zelda’s Lullaby

Play these different songs to receive Rupee rewards. The four-song sequence covered here can earn you a total of 50 Rupees.

Remember this location because you can return whenever you learn another song. The frogs will reward you for playing additional melodies later in the game.

How to Defeat Blue Tektites in Zora River

Continue up the river after visiting the frogs. You will encounter a different type of Blue Tektite that can jump and move across the water.

These enemies can be annoying because they are harder to fight while standing near the river. Try to lure them towards the dry ground instead.

When a Blue Tektite approaches:

1. Move towards a nearby dry platform.
2. Wait for the enemy to jump towards you.
3. Raise your shield to block its attack.
4. Use a sword attack or Jump Attack when it is close enough.
5. Repeat until it is defeated.

Once the nearby enemies are cleared, you can collect the optional Heart Pieces along the river without worrying about constant attacks.

How to Get Piece of Heart #13 in Zora River

The first optional Heart Piece is located on a high island in the middle of Zora River. You cannot reach it by swimming because the ledge is too high.

You need the Cucco near the sealed gate to float down to the island.

Step 1: Return to the Cucco

Go back towards the sealed gate where you first met the Magic Bean Seller. Pick up the lone Cucco on the other side.

Before carrying it further, make sure the nearby enemies are defeated. This will make the trip much easier.

Step 2: Reach the High Island

Carry the Cucco up the river path. When you reach the last ledge before climbing, throw the Cucco onto the upper platform first.

Climb up and pick it up again. Jump towards the high platform on the large island while holding the Cucco. It will slow your fall and allow you to reach the otherwise inaccessible ledge.

Once you land, look for vines on the island wall and climb to the top.

Step 3: Explore the Island Grotto

At the top of the island, you will find a ruined structure and a large cracked boulder.

Use a Bomb to destroy the boulder. This reveals a hidden Grotto containing a Fairy Fountain. You can use it to refill your health and recover Fairies before continuing your journey.

There is another high platform towards the northern side of the island, but you cannot reach its Heart Piece from this position yet.

Step 4: Find the Second Cucco

Move towards the southern side of the island and look for another high ledge. You will find a second Grotto entrance there.

Enter the Grotto and open the Treasure Chest to receive a Business Scrub Seed. You will also find another Cucco inside.

Take the Cucco with you when leaving the Grotto.

Step 5: Collect Piece of Heart #13

Cross towards the narrow platform where a Sheikah Stone is located. From there, look down towards the Heart Piece on a lower platform.

Hold the Cucco and jump towards the Heart Piece. It will slow Link’s fall and allow you to reach the platform safely.

Collect Piece of Heart #13.

How to Get Piece of Heart #14 Near Zora’s Domain Waterfall

Do not leave the second Cucco behind after collecting the previous Heart Piece. You will need it again near the waterfall leading to Zora’s Domain.

Carry the Cucco with you as you continue up the river. You will encounter a few more Octoroks, but the area near the waterfall is relatively clear.

Look for the crossing platforms near the waterfall. One of these leads towards a deep pool that you cannot dive into yet.

On the opposite side, you will notice a high ledge overlooking a small platform with another Heart Piece.

Use the Cucco to float across the gap:

1. Carry the Cucco to the high ledge overlooking the Heart Piece.
2. Move towards the edge and jump while holding it.
3. Glide towards the small platform below.
4. Land near the Heart Piece and collect it.

This is Piece of Heart #14.

Keep the Cucco with you and continue towards the waterfall. Falling into the river can send you back downstream, so use the platforms carefully.

Find Gold Skulltula #29 Near the Waterfall

At the base of the waterfall, you will find shallow water and a central platform with vines that you can climb.

This is also the location of another Gold Skulltula. Return here at night and check around the backside of the vines.

Defeat the spider and collect Gold Skulltula #29.

How to Open the Waterfall and Enter Zora’s Domain

Continue climbing the platforms towards the top of the waterfall. You will eventually reach a large arching platform directly in front of the water.

There is a stone plaque here that explains the waterfall is connected to the Royal Family. It also hints that the waterfall sleeps when the princess sleeps.

You already know the song needed to open it.

Stand on the Triforce symbol in front of the waterfall, take out your Ocarina, and play Zelda’s Lullaby.

The waterfall will move aside and reveal a hidden entrance. Jump through the opening to enter Zora’s Domain.

Zora’s Domain Walkthrough: Where to Find King Zora

Zora’s Domain is a peaceful underground area with two large pools of water, a central staircase, and a waterfall connecting the different levels.

You can explore most of the area using the walkways, so you do not need to swim everywhere.

As soon as you enter, speak with the Zoras near the lower pool. Some are practising their diving skills, while others are worried about Princess Ruto’s disappearance.

Make your way up the large staircase towards the throne room. You will find King Zora sitting on his platform above the water.

Speak with him to learn about the missing Princess Ruto.

King Zora explains that his daughter has disappeared and that she was carrying the Spiritual Stone of Water. The Zoras have searched the surrounding area, but nobody knows where she is.

King Zora initially wants to accept your help, but he realises that Link cannot dive deep enough to search the waters. He advises you to wait until you can improve your swimming ability.

Your next objective is to find the Zora Diving Instructor.

How to Get the Silver Scale in Zora’s Domain

The Silver Scale is an important upgrade because it allows Link to dive deeper underwater. You need it to reach the hidden bottle in Lake Hylia.

To get it, you must complete a diving challenge near the top of the waterfall inside Zora’s Domain.

Step 1: Find the Diving Instructor

After speaking with King Zora, leave the throne room through the nearby waterway. Follow the passage towards the top of the large waterfall.

You will find a Zora standing near the water. This is the Diving Instructor.

Speak with him to start the diving challenge.

Step 2: Collect Five Scales

The instructor will throw five blue scales into the water below. You must collect all five within 40 seconds.

Jump into the water and look for the shimmering blue objects.

1. Swim towards the first blue scale.
2. Move directly above it.
3. Hold the dive button to dive underwater.
4. Collect the scale and swim towards the next one.
5. Repeat until you have collected all five.

Watch Link’s position carefully when diving. The shadow on the floor can help you line up with the scales before going underwater.

Do not waste too much time swimming around randomly. Move towards the nearest visible scale and collect them one by one.

Step 3: Receive the Silver Scale

After collecting all five scales within the time limit, return to the Diving Instructor.

He will reward you with the Silver Scale.

This upgrade increases the depth Link can reach underwater. It also unlocks the underwater passage connecting Zora’s Domain with Lake Hylia.

You can now continue your search for Princess Ruto.

How to Get Piece of Heart #15 Behind the Waterfall

Before leaving Zora’s Domain, there is another Piece of Heart worth collecting. It is hidden behind the large waterfall in the lower part of the area.

You must light several torches to make a Treasure Chest appear. You can start the puzzle using one of the already-lit torches near King Zora’s audience chamber.

Step 1: Light a Deku Stick

Go to the entrance of the audience chamber and look for the two burning torches.

Take out a Deku Stick and light it using one of these flames.

Step 2: Light the Torches on the Staircase

Quickly run down the stairs while carrying the burning Deku Stick. Look for the unlit braziers along the route and light them one by one.

The flame will not last forever, so you may need to put the stick away and take it out again between torches.

Step 3: Light the Torches Behind the Waterfall

Continue towards the lower level and follow the path behind the large waterfall. You will find the final two unlit braziers here.

Light both of them with your Deku Stick.

Once all the required torches are burning, a Treasure Chest will appear in the middle of the area.

Open it to collect Piece of Heart #15.

How to Reach Lake Hylia from Zora’s Domain

Now that you have the Silver Scale, you can use the underwater passage leading to Lake Hylia.

Return to the main pool at the bottom of Zora’s Domain. Look carefully along the wall opposite the waterfall for a small underwater opening.

Previously, Link could not dive deep enough to enter it. The Silver Scale now allows you to swim through.

1. Jump into the main pool.
2. Swim towards the underwater opening in the wall.
3. Dive down using the Silver Scale.
4. Enter the passage and follow it through the underwater tunnel.
5. Continue until you reach the other side.

You will emerge in Lake Hylia, a large area located towards the southern side of Hyrule.

This shortcut is useful because you do not need to travel all the way around Hyrule Field to reach the lake.

How to Find Princess Ruto’s Letter in Lake Hylia

As soon as you reach Lake Hylia through the underwater tunnel, look ahead in the water. You will notice a stream of bubbles rising from an object resting at the bottom.

It is a bottle containing a message from Princess Ruto.

Because you now have the Silver Scale, Link can dive deep enough to reach it.

Step-by-Step Ruto’s Letter Location

1. Swim away from the underwater tunnel exit and look for the bubbles.
2. Move above the object at the bottom of the lake.
3. Hold the dive button to swim down.
4. Reach the bottle and collect it.
5. Swim back to the surface.

The bottle contains Princess Ruto’s Letter, which explains that she is trapped inside Lord Jabu-Jabu, the guardian deity of the Zoras.

You have now found the clue King Zora needs. However, there are a few optional rewards around Lake Hylia worth collecting before returning to Zora’s Domain.

Optional Lake Hylia Rewards and Collectibles

Lake Hylia has several useful secrets. You can collect another Gold Skulltula, visit the Lakeside Laboratory, complete the scarecrow sequence, and earn a Piece of Heart from the Fishing Pond.

Visit the Lakeside Laboratory

Look for the large observatory building near the lake. Enter and speak with the old man who studies the water.

He may invite you to test your diving ability in the nearby pool. However, you still cannot reach the bottom of this particular pool with the Silver Scale.

You can return after obtaining better equipment and continue the optional challenge.

How to Get Gold Skulltula #30 at the Laboratory

Outside the Lakeside Laboratory, you will find a patch of soft soil.

Use the following steps to reveal the Gold Skulltula:

1. Take out a bottle containing Bugs.
2. Release the Bugs into the soft soil.
3. Wait for the Gold Skulltula to appear.
4. Defeat it and collect the token.
5. Plant a Magic Bean in the soil if you have one.

This is Gold Skulltula #30.

Meet the Scarecrows and Record an Eight-Note Song

Travel towards the eastern shoreline of Lake Hylia. You will find two scarecrows dancing near each other.

One is named Pierre. Speak with him and play a tune on your Ocarina. He will repeat the melody and suggest that you also play something for his friend.

His friend, Bonooru, has a better musical memory. Speak with him and play a custom song containing eight notes.

You can choose the notes yourself. Remember the exact sequence because you will need it later in the game.

This is important for learning the Scarecrow’s Song, which can help Link reach certain places that are otherwise difficult to access.

Optional Treasure Chest Near the Observatory

Follow the rope bridge past the Lakeside Laboratory. You may find Kaepora Gaebora standing near an old gravestone. He can offer to take you back towards Hyrule Castle.

Look for the nearby headstone that can be moved. Pull it back to reveal a small tomb containing four torches.

Use Din’s Fire to light the three unlit torches. A Treasure Chest will appear with a Red Rupee inside.

This is an optional reward, so you can skip it if you do not have Din’s Fire yet.

Find Gold Skulltula #31 at the Southern Shore

Swim towards the southwestern side of Lake Hylia. There are several small platforms and a few pots in this area. One of the pots contains a Fairy that can help restore your health.

Continue towards the southern tip of the shoreline and look for a very small ledge that Link can climb.

There is a narrow tunnel entrance on the other side. Crawl through the opening and defeat the Gold Skulltula waiting inside.

Collect the token to receive Gold Skulltula #31.

How to Get Piece of Heart #16 from the Fishing Pond

Lake Hylia also has a Fishing Pond where you can rent a fishing rod and try to catch a large fish.

Look across the water from the two scarecrows to find the Fishing Pond entrance. Speak with the owner and rent a rod to begin fishing.

How to Catch a Large Fish

Try to find a large-looking fish swimming around the middle of the pond. Cast your line close to it and gently move the line to get its attention.

Once the fish bites, you need to control the line carefully.

1. Cast your line close to a large fish.
2. Wait for it to bite the hook.
3. Watch which direction the fish is trying to escape.
4. Use the left or right controls to follow its movement and keep control of the line.
5. When the fish becomes tired and stops struggling, hold ZR to reel it in.
6. Repeat until you successfully catch it.

Do not keep pulling continuously while the fish is struggling. Wait for it to slow down before reeling it in again.

How to Receive Piece of Heart #16

Once you catch a fish, show it to the Fishing Pond owner. He can judge its size without needing to measure it manually.

You need to catch a fish measuring more than 40 cm to receive a Piece of Heart.

Keep trying until you catch a fish large enough. Once the owner accepts it, you will receive Piece of Heart #16.

How to Return Ruto’s Letter to King Zora

After collecting the bottle from Lake Hylia, return to Zora’s Domain using the same underwater passage.

Make your way up the large staircase and approach King Zora in his audience chamber.

Stand in front of him and open the bottle containing Princess Ruto’s Letter. King Zora will read the message and realise that his daughter is trapped inside Lord Jabu-Jabu.

He is shocked by the news because Lord Jabu-Jabu is the guardian deity of the Zoras. However, he agrees that Link is the right person to help rescue her.

After the conversation, King Zora will move aside and open the passage leading to Zora’s Fountain.

You can now reach Lord Jabu-Jabu’s location.

How to Catch a Fish for Lord Jabu-Jabu

Before leaving Zora’s Domain, you need to collect a fish to offer to Lord Jabu-Jabu.

Return to the lower level of the domain and look for a shallow pool near the path leading towards the Zora Shop. A Zora nearby is trying to catch an offering for the giant fish.

Use an empty bottle to catch one of the fish swimming in the shallow water.

1. Go to the shallow pool at the bottom of Zora’s Domain.
2. Look for the small fish swimming near the Zora Shop entrance.
3. Equip an empty bottle.
4. Use the bottle while standing close to a fish to capture it.
5. Check your inventory to make sure the fish is inside.

Do not use the bottle containing Ruto’s Letter before returning it to King Zora. Once he has read the letter, you can use the bottle again to catch the fish.

With the fish secured, leave Zora’s Domain through the newly opened path and continue towards Zora’s Fountain.

Zora’s Fountain: How to Reach Lord Jabu-Jabu

Zora’s Fountain is the area beyond Zora’s Domain where Lord Jabu-Jabu lives. You will find the giant fish near the centre of the water.

Before approaching him, there are two optional rewards worth collecting.

How to Get Gold Skulltula #32 Near Lord Jabu-Jabu

Look towards the southern side of the area. There is a shallow path leading to a small piece of land with several trees and a large cracked wall.

Walk near the tall, narrow trees and roll into them. One of the trees will release a Gold Skulltula.

Defeat the spider and collect Gold Skulltula #32.

How to Get Farore’s Wind in Zora’s Fountain

There is a hidden Great Fairy Fountain behind the large cracked wall in this area.

Use a Bomb to destroy the wall and reveal the entrance. Go inside and find the Triforce symbol on the floor.

Stand on the symbol and play Zelda’s Lullaby to summon the Great Fairy. This time, you will need to offer 100 Rupees to receive her power.

Pay the required amount and the Great Fairy will grant Link Farore’s Wind.

Farore’s Wind is a useful magic ability that lets you create a warp point inside a dungeon. You can return to that point later by using the ability again. It is especially helpful when you need to leave a dungeon to restock supplies.

How to Enter Lord Jabu-Jabu’s Belly

After collecting the optional rewards, make your way towards Lord Jabu-Jabu. You will notice a small offering receptacle near the giant fish.

Stand in front of it and take out the bottle containing the fish.

Place the fish in the offering spot. Lord Jabu-Jabu will sense the food, open his mouth, and begin sucking in everything nearby.

Link will be pulled inside the giant fish.

This is the entrance to the next major dungeon, Lord Jabu-Jabu’s Belly.

You have now completed the Zora River, Zora’s Domain, and Lake Hylia section of the Spiritual Stone of Water quest. The next objective is to rescue Princess Ruto and continue searching for the final Spiritual Stone.

All Gold Skulltula Locations in Zora River, Zora’s Domain and Lake Hylia

There are five Gold Skulltulas covered in this section of the walkthrough. Some are hidden in soft soil, while others appear only at night or require a little exploration.

• Gold Skulltula #28 – Zora River: Near the Magic Bean Seller, release Bugs into the soft soil to reveal it.
• Gold Skulltula #29 – Waterfall area: Return to the base of the waterfall at night and check behind the vines on the central platform.
• Gold Skulltula #30 – Lake Hylia: Outside the Lakeside Laboratory, release Bugs into the soft soil.
• Gold Skulltula #31 – Southern Lake Hylia: Find the small ledge at the southern tip of the lake and crawl through the narrow tunnel.
• Gold Skulltula #32 – Zora’s Fountain: Roll into the tall, narrow trees on the land south of Lord Jabu-Jabu.

Collecting these tokens contributes towards the Gold Skulltula rewards at the Cursed Spider House in Kakariko Village.

All Pieces of Heart in This Walkthrough

You can collect four Pieces of Heart during this section if you explore the optional areas and complete the Fishing Pond challenge.

• Piece of Heart #13: Use a Cucco to float down to the small platform on the high island in Zora River.
• Piece of Heart #14: Carry the Cucco towards the waterfall and float across to the high ledge overlooking the small platform.
• Piece of Heart #15: Light the required torches inside Zora’s Domain to reveal a Treasure Chest behind the waterfall.
• Piece of Heart #16: Catch a fish measuring more than 40 cm at the Lake Hylia Fishing Pond and show it to the owner.

Common Problems in the Spiritual Stone of Water Quest

Why Can’t I Enter Zora River?

The entrance is blocked by cracked boulders. You need the Bomb Bag from Dodongo Cavern to destroy them and clear the path.

How Do I Get Past the Strong Current in Zora River?

You cannot swim directly against the river current. Use the walkways, ledges, and platforms along the river to move uphill.

Where Is the Magic Bean Seller?

The Magic Bean Seller is sitting near a sealed gate after the first group of cracked boulders in Zora River. Speak with him to buy Magic Beans.

Why Can’t I Reach the Heart Piece on the Island?

You need a Cucco to reach the high platforms. Return to the sealed gate near the Bean Seller, pick up the lone Cucco, and carry it to the island. Use it to float down to the Piece of Heart.

How Do I Open Zora’s Domain?

Reach the top of Zora River and stand in front of the large waterfall. Play Zelda’s Lullaby on the Triforce symbol to move the waterfall aside.

How Do I Complete the Zora Diving Challenge?

The Diving Instructor throws five scales into the water and gives you 40 seconds to collect them. Swim directly above each blue scale and dive down to pick it up. Collect all five to earn the Silver Scale.

Where Is the Silver Scale Used?

The Silver Scale allows Link to dive deeper underwater. You need it to reach the bottle containing Princess Ruto’s Letter at the bottom of Lake Hylia. It also lets you use the underwater tunnel connecting Lake Hylia and Zora’s Domain.

Where Is Princess Ruto’s Letter?

The letter is inside a bottle at the bottom of Lake Hylia. Travel through the underwater tunnel from Zora’s Domain, look for the rising bubbles, and dive down using the Silver Scale.

Why Is King Zora Not Moving?

You must show him Princess Ruto’s Letter. Stand in front of King Zora and open the bottle containing the letter. After reading it, he will move aside and open the path to Zora’s Fountain.

How Do I Make Lord Jabu-Jabu Open His Mouth?

Catch a fish in an empty bottle from the shallow pool at the bottom of Zora’s Domain. Go to Lord Jabu-Jabu and place the fish in the offering receptacle near him. He will open his mouth and swallow Link.

Do You Get the Spiritual Stone of Water in Zora’s Domain?

No. Zora’s Domain and Lake Hylia are the preparation areas for the next dungeon. You need to find Ruto’s Letter, open the way to Zora’s Fountain, and enter Lord Jabu-Jabu’s Belly. The Spiritual Stone of Water is obtained after completing that dungeon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion

The Zora River, Zora’s Domain, and Lake Hylia section is an important part of the Spiritual Stone of Water quest in Ocarina of Time Remake. Your main objective is to find Princess Ruto and discover where she went missing.

Start by clearing the rocks in Zora River and making your way to the waterfall. After entering Zora’s Domain, complete the diving challenge to receive the Silver Scale. This upgrade lets you reach the bottom of Lake Hylia and collect the bottle containing Ruto’s Letter.

Return the letter to King Zora, collect a fish from the shallow pool, and travel to Zora’s Fountain. Offering the fish to Lord Jabu-Jabu will take you inside his belly, where the next major dungeon awaits.

Do not forget the optional Heart Pieces and Gold Skulltulas along the way. They are easier to collect now than to track down later.

For official game information, visit the official Nintendo page for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.