How to Get the Master Sword

Getting the Master Sword back requires you to have two stamina wheels and pull it from the Light Dragon's head in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (TotK). Read on to learn how to restore the Master Sword, its stats, bonus attributes, and the effects of this weapon.

How to Get the Master Sword

Recovering the Hero's Sword Main Quest The Dragon's Tears Main Quest Pull the Master Sword from the Light Dragon

Complete the Recovering the Hero's Sword Main Quest

The best way to get the Master Sword is to complete the Recovering the Hero's Sword main quest. This involves going through the Lost Woods and defeating Phantom Ganon inside the Great Deku Tree.

This is the preferred method as it takes less time and you can obtain the Master Sword as early as you can. Doing this quest also lowers the Light Dragon's flight path, making it easier for you to reach it.

This also unlocks a tracker that allows you to see where the Light Dragon is currently on the map. The tracker will disappear after pulling the Master Sword.

Recovering the Hero's Sword Walkthrough

Complete the Dragon's Tears Main Quest

Another way to obtain the Master Sword is to find all the Geoglyphs as part of the Dragon's Tears main quest that starts after completing the Impa and the Geoglyphs main quest.

This method is less combat-heavy but takes more time as it requires you to explore all the regions in Hyrule to find all the Geoglyphs.

All Geoglyph Locations to Unlock Memories

Pull the Master Sword from the Light Dragon's Head

After completing either of the two main quests mentioned above, you can find the Light Dragon in the Sky and pull the Master Sword from its head. Note that you will need at least two stamina wheels to successfully pull the sword.

How to Find the Light Dragon

The footage above shows the Light Dragon's flight path on both the surface and the sky. Using the tracker unlocked during the Recovering the Hero's Sword quest also makes it easier to find the Light Dragon.

The Great Sky Island is an ideal location to wait for and find the Light Dragon. You can then use a Zonai Wing attached with Zonai Fans to reach the Light Dragon by air and land on its body.

How to Find the Light Dragon

How Much Stamina Needed for the Master Sword?

Two Stamina Wheels are Required

Pulling the Master Sword slowly drains your stamina, so you will need at least two stamina wheels to successfully remove the sword from the Light Dragon's head.

You will need to obtain a total of 20 Lights of Blessing or 5 Stamina Vessels to pull the Master Sword.

How to Increase Health and Stamina

Exchange Heart Vessels to Get More Stamina

You can get more stamina by exchanging your Heart Vessels to Stamina Vessels to the Cursed Statue. To do this, head to the Emergency Shelter at Lookout Landing and speak to Jerrin to unlock the Who Goes There? Side Quest.

Destroy the breakable rocks and head to the east passage to see the statue. Interact with it to exchange your heart vessels to stamina vessels for 20 rupees. You can do this multiple times, so prepare enough rupees to do so.

Respec Guide: How to Swap Hearts and Stamina

Does the Master Sword Break?

Does Not Break But Loses Energy

The Master Sword is the only weapon that does not break permanently. Instead, it will lose energy when used too much, temporarily preventing you from using it for a time.

Wait 10 Minutes to Recharge the Sword

If the Master Sword loses energy, wait for 10 minutes for it to recharge. You can switch to a different weapon while waiting for it to recharge.

Weapon Durability Explained

Fuse With Strong Materials to Increase Durability

One good way to increase the durability of the Master Sword is to fuse it with strong materials. The added attack power can help you easily take down enemies which in turn can help you preseve its durability since it will be used less.

Some recommended materials you can use are Diamonds, Lynel Parts, and Gleeok Parts. You can also fuse Gloom Weapons to your Master Sword to take advantage of their strong attack power. This will also remove the gloom condition that these weapons infilict when used.

Best Fuse Materials and Weapon Combinations

Do You Need The Master Sword to Beat the Game?

Not Needed to Beat the Game

You do not need the Master Sword to beat the game. However, since it is the only unbreakable sword in the game, it is still recommended to get it right away. It is especially advantageous when fused with powerful monster parts.

Master Sword Overview and Stats

Master Sword Attack and Effects

Master Sword	The legendary sword that seals the darkness. Its corruption was healed by its time with the Light Dragon. The blade gleams with a sacred luster that can oppose the Demon King.
Weapon Type	One-Handed Weapon (Bladed Edge)
Compendium No.	329
Passive Ability	Revitalized Sword of Legend

How to Maximize Revitalized Sword of Legend

The Master Sword is the only weapon that has the Revitalized Sword of Legend Passive Ability. This ability allows the sword to regain its durabiliy over time.

To maximize this effect, don't just keep the sword in your inventory, and don't hold back on using the Master Sword, especially against strong bosses.

Similar Weapons

Weapons in the Same Series
Master Sword	Hylian Shield

Master Sword Damage

Keep in mind that the game will not display the Master Sword's damage value. However, you can still improve its damage output by fusing it with powerful monster materials like Silver Lynel Horns.

Fuse Guide: How to Combine Materials

Master Sword Hidden Ability

Equipping the Master Sword allows Link to hurl cresecent-shaped projectiles at enemies when he is at full health.

By equipping the Champion's Leathers alongside the Master Sword, Link will be able to throw the projectiles even when he is missing hearts.

How to Get the Champion's Leathers

The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Related Guides

List of All Weapons

Weapons and Equipment by Type

List of Weapons
One-Handed	Two-Handed	Spear
Bow	Shield
Champion Weapons	amiibo Weapons

List of One-Handed Weapons

Decayed Master Sword	Master Sword	Tree Branch	Torch
Soup Ladle	Boomerang	Boomerang ✨	Sea-Breeze Boomerang
Traveler's Sword	Traveler's Sword✨	Soldier's Broadsword	Soldier's Broadsword✨
Knight's Broadsword	Knight's Broadsword✨	Royal Broadsword	Royal Broadsword✨
Forest Dweller's Sword	Forest Dweller's Sword✨	Zora Sword	Zora Sword✨
Feathered Edge	Feathered Edge✨	Gerudo Scimitar	Gerudo Scimitar✨
Scimitar of the Seven	Eightfold Blade	Eightfold Blade✨	Rusty Broadsword
Sword of the Hero	Royal Guard's Sword	Royal Guard's Sword✨	White Sword of the Sky
Wooden Stick	Sturdy Wooden Stick	Gnarled Wooden Stick	Lizal Boomerang
Zonaite Sword	Strong Zonaite Sword	Mighty Zonaite Sword	Magic Rod
Bokoblin Arm	Lizalfos Arm	Gloom Sword