Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom introduces several new abilities for Link that open up new traversal and combat options. Getting all of these abilities is key to fully exploring the massive world and defeating the most dangerous foes. In this guide, we‘ll cover every ability in Tears of the Kingdom and how to unlock them.
Recall
Recall is an extremely useful ability that lets Link rewind time for objects and himself. This can help solve puzzles by moving blocks back to their original position or regain health and stamina during tough battles.
To get Recall:
- Complete the main quests at the Temple of Time on Great Plateau Island
- Speak with Zelda inside the temple
- Zelda will grant Link the Recall ability
Using Recall consumes MP, so make sure to keep an eye on your magic meter.
Ultrahand
The Ultrahand ability enables picking up and moving objects freely. Link can carry boxes, rocks, and more to help access new areas or solve puzzles.
To obtain Ultrahand:
- Talk to Rauru at the Temple of Time on Great Plateau Island
- Complete the three shrines Rauru directs you towards
- Finish the Ukouh Shrine to receive the Ultrahand rune
When using Ultrahand, Link can also rotate held objects by flicking the right control stick.
Fuse
Fuse is a crafting-focused ability for combining items. For example, Link can fuse certain monsters‘ materials onto weapons to imbue effects like flame damage.
To get Fuse:
- Travel to the In-isa Shrine on Great Plateau Island‘s southwestern cliffs
- Complete the shrine quest inside to unlock Fuse
Fuse opens up a wide array of crafting recipes for weapons, bows, and shields for Link to discover.
Ascend
The Ascend ability enables Link to phase upward through thin barriers. He can pass through cave ceilings or rise into the air while exploring.
Here is how to get Ascend:
- Locate the Gutanbac Shrine on Great Plateau Island‘s southeastern region
- Finish the shrine quest within to receive the Ascend rune
Using Ascend lets Link reach towering heights with ease. But he is limited by stamina while Ascending.
Autobuild
Autobuild instantly reconstructs certain destroyed objects using materials from Link‘s inventory. For example, broken explosive barrels or climbable walls can be swiftly rebuilt.
To unlock Autobuild:
- Travel to the Great Central Mine in Central Hyrule Depths
- Speak to the researchers within the mine
- They will grant Link the Autobuild rune
Autobuild helps restore helpful objects without having to gather resources manually. But unique items cannot be rebuilt this way.
Sage Abilities
Link gains five special Sage abilities from his companions, one from each region. These can be manually activated whenever the respective Sage is nearby.
- Sage of Fire – Yunobo charges forward and wrecks objects. Deals fire damage.
- Sage of Wind – Tulin creates a wind tunnel that blows away enemies.
- Sage of Lightning – Riju surrounds Link with lightning to electrify arrows.
- Sage of Water – Sidon forms a water bubble shield to block attacks.
- Sage of Spirit – Mineru transports Link inside her robotic body.
Each Sage ability becomes available after finishing their region‘s main story quests. Speak to the Sages to learn more about activating them.
Camera
The Camera rune lets Link take pictures of anything in the environment. Snap photos to gradually fill out the Hyrule Compendium.
Here is how to get the Camera ability:
- Go to Pura‘s house on Lookout Landing
- Talk to Josha and Robbie on the first floor
- Complete their photo-based side quest
The Camera lens can be upgraded for better zoom and picture quality.
Amiibo
Scanning any Zelda-related amiibo figure lets Link claim one treasure per day. Rewards include rare crafting materials, weapons, and armor pieces.
To enable Amiibo scanning:
- Unlock the Ultrahand ability at Ukouh Shrine
- Open the options menu and select "amiibo"
- Place any Zelda amiibo on the right control stick to scan it
Third-party amiibo cards also work to summon treasures.
Final Tips
And those are all the major abilities found in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! Having access to Recall, Ultrahand, Fuse, and the rest will prove invaluable for taking on Hyrule‘s threats. Make sure to take on the necessary shrines and quests to unlock each one. Their creative applications both in and out of combat help ensure your quest‘s success.
Do you have any other tips for making the most out of these abilities? Let everyone know in the comments!
