In the vast and mystical lands of Hyrule, a legend whispered among adventurers speaks of a divine blade of unparalleled purity—the White Sword of the Sky. This sacred weapon, however, is not found in treasure chests or claimed from defeated foes. Its acquisition is a trial of devotion, a quest issued by the very heart of Hyrule's ancient faith. To earn this reward, a hero must undertake a pilgrimage to aid the weakened forms of the three Golden Goddesses and their mother, proving their worth through service and courage. The journey begins not with a roar, but with a silent plea in a forgotten place.

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The first and most crucial step is to seek out the source of the quest itself. Deep within the windswept Tanagar Canyon, hidden behind the imposing structure of the Snowfield Stable, lies the entrance to the Forgotten Temple. This ancient ruin, resting near memory-etched geoglyphs, holds a secret. At its farthest chamber, past the Mayausiy Shrine, a hero will find the Mother Goddess Statue, toppled and dormant. A simple interaction here is all it takes; the statue imparts a silent message, setting the grand task in motion. The quest will not trigger correctly if one visits the three goddess statues first, making this initial pilgrimage non-negotiable. The hero's mission is clear: restore the Mother Goddess by first aiding her three daughters.

The Pilgrimage Begins: A Triad of Trials

With the Mother Goddess's plea resonating, the hero must now traverse Hyrule to find the Springs housing the statues of Wisdom, Courage, and Power. Each statue has fallen into disrepair and requires a specific, rare offering to be restored: a single claw from one of Hyrule's majestic, elemental dragons.

  • Goddess of Wisdom & Naydra's Claw: The Spring of Wisdom rests high on the frosty peaks of Mount Lanayru, directly east of its Skyview Tower. The environment here is brutally cold. ❄️ A hero must come prepared with potent cold resistance, either from armor or spicy meals. Upon arrival, the statue requests a claw from Naydra, the ice dragon. Naydra's flight path is a blessing for this task, as it circles the very mountain where the Spring resides. Using the nearby Skyview Tower to launch into the sky, the dragon is easily spotted. To collect the material, one must carefully shoot the talon on Naydra's foot. The claw will detach and streak toward the ground like a falling star, where it can be safely retrieved and offered at the Spring, earning a Sapphire as an initial reward.

  • Goddess of Courage & Farosh's Claw: Southeast of the Popla Foothills, nestled in a lush region, is the Spring of Courage. The statue here asks for a claw from Farosh, the dragon of lightning. Farosh's route takes it along the eastern Gerudo Desert and over Lake Hylia. The most reliable spot to intercept it is near the Gerudo Canyon Skyview Tower, before it descends into the Depths. Thankfully, no special environmental protection is needed to approach Farosh. The process is the same: glide from a tower, shoot a talon, collect the fallen claw, and present it. The grateful statue bestows a Topaz upon the hero.

  • Goddess of Power & Dinraal's Claw: The final statue resides at the Spring of Power in the Akkala Highlands, a region crackling with volcanic energy. This statue seeks a claw from Dinraal, the fire dragon. Dinraal emerges from the Depths near the Ulri Mountain Skyview Tower, making it the perfect launch point. However, this task is fraught with peril. The air around Dinraal is scorchingly hot, and without adequate heat resistance, a hero risks bursting into flames. ⚠️ Speed and precision are key. After shooting the claw and collecting it from the ground, the offering completes the trio of tasks, and the statue rewards the effort with a Ruby.

The Final Reward: A Blade Forged by Faith

Having braved freezing peaks, arid canyons, and volcanic wastes to fulfill the requests of the three goddesses, their power returns to the Forgotten Temple. Upon the hero's return, a wondrous sight awaits: the Mother Goddess Statue stands restored, whole and radiant. Approaching it now yields the ultimate prize. The statue, its faith in the hero affirmed, presents the White Sword of the Sky. This elegant, powerful blade is a testament to the journey undertaken.

While alternative methods like using a specific amiibo exist, completing the Mother Goddess Statue quest remains the guaranteed and canonical path for all heroes to claim this legendary weapon. It is a quest that embodies the spirit of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom—a challenge that rewards exploration, perseverance, and a deep engagement with the world's lore and majestic creatures.

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Quest Step Location (Coordinates) Required Offering Key Challenge Reward (from Statue)
Start Quest Forgotten Temple N/A Finding the temple Quest Activation
Goddess of Wisdom Spring of Wisdom (3938, -1340, 0467) Naydra's Claw Extreme Cold Sapphire 💎
Goddess of Courage Spring of Courage (0887, -2432, 0015) Farosh's Claw Tracking the dragon Topaz 💎
Goddess of Power Spring of Power (3736, 2628, 0027) Dinraal's Claw Extreme Heat Ruby 💎
Claim Reward Forgotten Temple Completion of all three Returning to the start White Sword of the Sky ⚔️

This epic side adventure weaves together exploration, environmental mastery, and epic dragon encounters into a single, satisfying narrative thread. It transforms the act of collecting materials into a sacred pilgrimage, making the final reward—the gleaming White Sword of the Sky—feel truly earned and significant within the hero's journey across Hyrule.