Welcome to NGB’s guide for the A New Champion’s Tunic side quest in Tears of the Kingdom. This quest lets you unlock an upgraded version of the Champion’s Tunic, one of the most iconic armor pieces in the game. Our walkthrough covers where to start the quest, key objectives, and tips to complete it efficiently so you can wear this legendary armor while exploring Hyrule.
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A New Champion’s Tunic Side Quest Guide
How to Start A New Champion’s Tunic
To begin the A New Champion’s Tunic side quest in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, you’ll need to travel to Link and Zelda’s house in Hateno Village. To reach it, head for eastern Hyrule, near the Necluda Sea.
Once you arrive, travel to Firly Pond and cross the bridge there to arrive at the house. You’ll then want to head around back to find Zelda’s Secret Well, which you can climb down into.
In the well, canvas the room, looking for Zelda’s desk. Examine the book on it to find Zelda’s Diary, then choose to read it. An entry will mention that she ordered a new and improved Champion’s Tunic as a present for Link to thank him for his support. It also says that she hid the tunic in the throne room of the castle, so it remains hidden until after their investigation. This will officially kick off the quest.
Completing A New Champion’s Tunic
Set Out for Hyrule Castle
Now that you have the quest, travel to Lookout Landing Skyview Tower in Central Hyrule. You’ll want to use the tower to launch Link into the air and glide over to the castle. It would be helpful to have a larger stamina bar or the Gliding outfit to make reaching it a bit easier.
Solve the Puzzle in the Sanctum
After you land, follow the main path to reach the Sanctum. On the right and left sides of the room are a set of stairs leading up to the balcony in front of the throne. Make your way there to find two unlit braziers. Light them both using a Fire Fruit.
This will cause the statue behind the throne to move, revealing a secret cubby hole. Climb up on it, then look inside to spot a chest. Open it up to receive the Champion’s Leathers. This will complete the quest.
While you’re in Hyrule Castle, you might want to check out the upper level of the Sanctum. There is some good gear up there that could give you an edge!
Related LoZ: Tears of the Kingdom Content
- Main Page: Tears of the Kingdom Guides and Walkthroughs
- Additional Side Quests: Tears of the Kingdom Side Quests