How to Get the Whip: Location and How to Use

This is a guide to getting the Whip in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword (HD) for the Nintendo Switch. Read on to learn where to find Whip, as well as how to use it.

Whip Basic Information

Whip
Item Type	Whip
This whip has a sticky, glowing tip. Use it to latch on to and pull out-of-reach objects.

How to Get Whip

How to Obtain Whip

Item	Unlock Condition
Whip	Found in the Ancient Cistern.

Defeat the Stalmaster in the Ancient Cistern

The Whip is the reward for defeating the Stalmaster inside the Ancient Cistern.

Ancient Cistern Walkthrough

How to Use Whip

Press and Hold the ZR Button

Hold down the ZR Button on the Right Joy-Con to bring up the Items menu. Point the controller at the Whip and let go of the ZR Button to equip it.

Use the Right Joy-Con to Swing the Whip

Once you have equipped the Whip, press the ZR Button to use it. Use the Right Joy-Con to swing the Whip at a certain direction.

Button-Only Controls

If you are using button-only controls, use the right thumbstick to control the Whip and swing it at a certain direction.

Open Valves in the Ancient Cistern

Inside the Ancient Cistern, you can use the Whip to activate the valves to open up the water spouts. This opens up shortcuts for easy backtracking and reach the boss dungeon room.

Activate Switches

The Whip is used to activate unreachable switches inside the Ancient Cistern. It is also used to activate the valves to open up the water spouts.

Steal Items from Enemies

Certain enemies such as the Bokoblins may carry a shining object. You can use the Whip to steal the shiny object to get a material.

This is also used inside the Ancient Cistern to steal the small key from the Bokoblin in the B1 level of the dungeon.

Flip Over Water Lilies

In addition to switches, you can also use the Whip to flip over water lilies. Doing so allows you to use the plant as a platform or access the area beneath it.

Use It as a Rope

The Whip is also used as a rope to reach new areas. Look for a hook-like structure and use the weapon to swing from one area to another.

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