The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (TOTK) features many hidden quests and collectibles. One of the most intriguing is Misko’s Treasure of Awakening, a multi-part side quest involving three riddles scattered across Hyrule. Solving them rewards you with the full Armor of Awakening Set, a nostalgic outfit from Link’s Awakening. This guide covers how to start Misko’s Treasure of Awakening, all puzzle solutions, boss strategies, locations with coordinates, and how to obtain the Armor of Awakening.
1. How to Start Misko’s Treasure of Awakening Quest
What is Misko’s Treasure of Awakening Quest?
Misko’s Treasure of Awakening is a multi-part side quest that unlocks after discovering a hidden stone slab in the Goronobi River Cave. The quest revolves around solving three cryptic riddles that each point to a different location in Hyrule. Unlike many side quests, there are no quest markers to follow—your only clues are the engraved riddles left behind by Misko.
What to Expect From Misko’s Treasure of Awakening Quest
Players will need to:
- Travel to remote parts of Hyrule.
- Interpret riddles and environmental clues.
- Defeat powerful bosses like Gleeoks to safely explore puzzle sites.
- Use mechanics like Ultrahand to interact with the environment and solve physical puzzles.
Where to Start Misko’s Treasure of Awakening Quest
To begin Misko’s Treasure of Awakening, travel to Death Mountain. On the outskirts of Goron City, find the Golow River, which runs parallel to the main road into the city. Look for the entrance to Goronobi River Cave just south of this river.
Tip: Bring Flame Guard protection (either the Flamebreaker Armor or Fireproof Elixirs) because the cave contains lava chambers that deal fire damage.
Misko’s Treasure Quest Starts Here
How to Reach the Starting Point Inside Goronobi River Cave
Inside the cave:
- Navigate through chambers filled with lava.
- Defeat enemies like the Like-Like that attack with fire projectiles.
- Find a chest containing the Ember Shirt which grants Hot Weather Attack.
- Opening this chest reveals a hidden stone slab that starts the Misko’s Treasure of Awakening quest chain.
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- A Lazy Lava Ride
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- The First Clue Awaits
2. Misko’s Treasure of Awakening Part 1 – Location and Puzzle Solution
“On the Tabantha Frontier, where Rayne, Piper and Tanagar meet, ruined pillars stand together. One of those mighty pillars opens the way to my treasure.”
Misko’s Treasure of Awakening I Riddle
Location
Travel to the Ancient Columns south of Rito Village on the south edge of Tabantha Frontier. This location is where the Rayne Highlands, Tanagar Canyon, and Piper Ridge meet.
Tip: The area is guarded by a Flame Gleeok, one of the toughest enemies in Tears of the Kingdom. You can try to sneak past it, but defeating it makes exploring safer.
Puzzle 1 Location
How to Beat the Flame Gleeok
- Stay at range and attack with arrows.
- Fuse arrows with monster eyes for auto-tracking shots.
- Destroy all three heads to stagger the boss for melee attacks.
- Dodge its ultimate attack—a giant fireball—then use the wind updraft to glide and strike from above.
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- A Terrifying Foe Awaits
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- Flame Gleeok on High
Solution
Once the area is safe:
- Locate the thickest pillar, which has a pressure plate on top.
- Climb up and step on the plate.
- This opens a trap door leading to the Ancient Columns Cave.
Find the Mighty Pillar
Inside the Cave
- Open the chest in the small area at the back to obtain the Trousers of Awakening.
- Read the stone slab next to the chest to unlock Misko’s Treasure of Awakening II and get the clue for the next puzzle.
Trousers of Awakening Chest
3. Misko’s Treasure of Awakening Part 2 – Location and Puzzle Solution
“In the ruins of Hyrule Field, where warriors once tested themselves in battle, offer your soldier’s claymore to the two scultped soldiers. The sword will point the way to my treasure.”
Misko’s Treasure of Awakening II Riddle
Location
The second puzzle takes place at the Coliseum Ruins in Hyrule Field, southwest of Lookout Landing. Use the Hyrule Field Skyview Tower to easily get to the ruins.
Tip: A Thunder Gleeok guards this area. It can knock weapons from your hands with attacks, making the fight challenging.
Puzzle 2 Location
How to Beat the Thunder Gleeok
- Engage from a distance using arrows.
- Fuse arrows with monster eyes for homing attacks.
- Use high-Fuse power materials for extra damage.
- When it summons a lightning storm, avoid the strikes, then ride the wind updraft to attack.
Thunder Gleeok Showdown
Solution
Inside the Coliseum:
- Find two stone soldier statues at the back of the ground level near a stone slab.
- The left statue already holds a Soldier’s Claymore.
- Locate another Soldier’s Claymore nearby.
- Use Ultrahand to place the claymore into the right statue’s hands.
- This opens the trap door to the Ancient Coliseum Cave.
Reuniting the Statue and the Weapon
Inside the Cave
- Open the chest at the back to get the Tunic of Awakening.
- Read the slab to start Misko’s Treasure of Awakening III.
Tunic of Awakening Chest
4. Misko’s Treasure of Awakening Part 3 – Location and Puzzle Solution
“On Hyrule Ridge, in Ludfo’s land, ruins sleep beneath the towering mushroom trees. Connect the southern column’s midday shadow to the northern. At the shadow’s centre, the way to my treasure will open.”
Misko’s Treasure of Awakening III Riddle
Location
The final puzzle is in Hyrule Ridge, specifically at Thundra Plateau in Ludfo’s Bog, west of Lookout Landing. The area is covered in tall mushroom-like trees in a marshy setting.
Tip: No Gleeok guards this area. The puzzle is purely environmental. Bring wood and flint to set campfires and adjust the time of day in case you are unsuccessful.
Puzzle 3 Location
Solution
- At Thundra Plateau, find four stone pillars with a slab in the center.
- Set up a campfire and wait until midday (12:00 – 13:00).
- Cut down four nearby mushroom trees for logs.
- Fuse the logs into one long pole using Ultrahand.
- Place the pole in front of the southern pillar to extend its shadow northward.
- Align the shadow to connect with the northern pillar’s shadow.
- If aligned correctly, the trap door opens to the Thundra Plateau Cave.
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- Shadows on a Rainy Day
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- Lengthen the Shadow
Inside the Cave
- Open the chest to receive the Mask of Awakening, a large cartoon-style Link mask.
- Read the slab to complete the quest.
Mask of Awakening
5. Armor of Awakening Set Stats and Upgrades
After solving all puzzles, you’ll unlock the complete Armor of Awakening Set, modeled after Link’s look in Link’s Awakening.
Base Stats:
- Mask of Awakening: 3 Defense
- Tunic of Awakening: 3 Defense
- Trousers of Awakening: 3 Defense
Total Base Defense: 9
Upgrades:
- Each piece can be upgraded at Great Fairy Fountains.
- Upgrade materials include Luminous Stones and Star Fragments.
- Max defense for each piece: 20, totaling 60 when fully upgraded.
The Armor of Awakening Complete Set
