My Breath of the Wild Speedrun Journey

TLDRJoin me on my speedrun journey through Breath of the Wild as I attempt to beat every Divine Beast using only limited resources. Discover the challenges I face, strategies I use, and the ultimate showdown against Calamity Ganon.

Key insights

🏰Completing every Divine Beast unlocks new pathways and makes subsequent puzzles easier.

🏹Using arrows strategically can be the key to surviving fights and progressing through the game.

🔥Fireproof elixirs are essential for exploring Death Mountain and taking on Fireblight Ganon.

Shock arrows are crucial for defeating Waterblight Ganon and accessing Vah Ruta.

🪄Parrying and flurry rushes are vital techniques for defeating Calamity Ganon and Dark Beast Ganon.

Q&A

Why did you choose to speedrun Breath of the Wild?

Speedrunning allows me to discover new ways to enjoy my favorite games and challenge myself in unique ways.

Are there any shortcuts or exploits you use in your speedrun?

I utilize various speedrunning tricks, such as bomb jumps and wind bombs, to optimize my movement and save time.

How did you decide the order in which you beat the Divine Beasts?

I chose to defeat Vah Ruta (Waterblight Ganon) first to obtain shock arrows, which are useful in other Divine Beast fights.

What challenges did you face during your speedrun?

Navigating Death Mountain and climbing up to Goron City proved to be challenging without proper fireproof armor.

What advice do you have for aspiring speedrunners?

The most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the process. Experiment with different strategies, learn from others, and always strive to improve.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to my speedrun journey through Breath of the Wild

02:10Starting the speedrun at the Temple of Time with limited resources

07:40Defeating Windblight Ganon and freeing the first Divine Beast, Vah Medoh

15:00Conquering Fireblight Ganon and unlocking Vah Rudania

44:00Overcoming Waterblight Ganon to access Vah Ruta

01:59:30Defeating Thunderblight Ganon and gaining entry to Vah Naboris

02:55:00Challenges faced while climbing Death Mountain and entering Vah Rudania

03:27:00Preparing for the final battle against Calamity Ganon in Hyrule Castle

04:11:00Taking on Calamity Ganon and unlocking the fight against Dark Beast Ganon

04:25:00Achieving victory and completing the speedrun with a final time of 4 hours, 11 minutes, and 42 seconds