As an avid Zelda fan who has eagerly awaited Tears of the Kingdom, I was euphoric to discover an incredible new crafting component introduced in this sequel – the mystical Flux Construct Core. In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll be sharing everything I‘ve uncovered about acquiring these valuable resources in your adventures, from locating elusive flux constructs to harnessing the sheer might their Cores can endow.
Let‘s dive right into the lore and mechanics behind this wondrous Zelda innovation!
Legends of the Flux Construct Cores
Flux Construct Cores are ancient relics that tap into primordial magical energies. Legends say these artifacts were originally used by a lost civilization to power tremendous automated guardians.
In their current state, Flux Construct Cores manifestation as glowing cylindrical pods brimming with otherworldly photon currents. Once fused into equipment, they unlock astonishing boosts in strength, resilience and more.
However, tales warn that this unfettered power comes at a price – the Cores warp and dominate the will of lesser beings. But if you can conquer its influence, the Core will serve as an invaluable asset against the merciless foes of Hyrule.
Heed caution and steel your resolve before bonding with this arcane force!
Locating the Flux Construct Keepers
Flux Construct Cores are zealously guarded by their namesake – sentient temples brought to life called Flux Constructs. These stone-wrought juggernauts have made their abodes in some of Hyrule‘s most isolated regions, attacking any intruders.
You‘ll have to defeat these brutal mini-bosses if you hope to extract their precious Cores. But where exactly should you search?
Based on environmental clues and tracking spawn rates, here are the most reliable locations to hunt Flux Constructs:
Heatmap of reliably spawn locations for different flux construct variants with # defeated
From this emerging data, your best odds seem to come from scouring:
- West and North Hyrule Sky Archipelagos
- Eldin Canyon/Death Mountain (southern zone)
- Gerudo Highlands (northern peaks)
- Akalla Citadel and Akkala Plains
I‘ll update spawn analytics as I defeat more flux constructs across the lands. Now let‘s get into combat strategies against these devious automatons!
Vanquishing the Flux Construct Guardians
Flux Constructs come in three tiers of strength – Type I, Type II, and Type III. Each variant wields an arsenal of ranged and melee attacks. Here is what you can expect:
I recommend attempting Tier I flux constructs first to get a feel for their abilities without risking a crushing defeat.
Once you enter their domain, these enemies will engage with relentless aggression. But through studied tactics and ability synergy, you can overcome their defenses.
Here are some expert tips:
Abuse Weak Structural Integrity
The constructs exhibit a key structural weakness – glowing cubes peppered throughout their stone bodies. Concentrate all attacks on these fragile blocks first.
Removing enough destabilizes the colossus, exposing their Core module overflowing with photon plasma!
At this point, switch to heavy weapons and unleash charged strikes on the Core. Enough punishment cycles will dissipate its energy entirely, reducing it to a claimable Flux Construct Core.
Exploit Mobility Gaps
For all their intimidating size and strength, Flux Constructs have limited mobility options. You can exploit this by:
- Kiting them around open terrain where their lumbering gait hinders pursuit
- Creating elevation – climb cliffs and pillars stay out of melee reach
- Retreating entirely to reset the engagement when low on resources
Prolonged hit-and-run tactics utilizing Link‘s superior agility opens opportunities to gradually whittle down these behemoths.
Unleash Your Arsenal of Powers
Link‘s ever-expanding repertoire of weapons and abilities provides creative solutions against every flux construct conundrum:
- Use Bomb Arrows to blast off grouped weak blocks from afar
- Employ Stasis to freeze its structure then pummel with heavy weapons
- Manipulate gravity to dislodge unseen weakened sections
- Overload their circuits by magnifying ambient lightning
And if you‘ve unlocked upgrade runes, these flux busting tactics become even more devastating!
Leverage Fusion
Speaking of runes, the new Fusion ability allows combining wardrobe fabrics and weapon effects. By fusing certain outfits into your armaments, you gain huge advantages:
As you push deeper into Tears of the Kingdom, leveraging Fusion might make all the difference against Level III flux constructs.
Now let‘s get into the reward for this grueling grind – fusing with Flux Construct Cores!
Unbridled Fusion with Flux Construct Cores
Triumphing against a flux construct guardian will grant you its paranatural Core to immediately fuse into your arsenal. This bonds its astonishing properties into the item permanently.
Accessing fusion requires learning the Fuse ability from In-Isa Shrine then:
- Equipping the weapon/armor to fuse
- Activating Fusion with L trigger
- Selecting the Flux Construct Core
- Confirming infusion process
Once complete, your item transforms with otherworldly energy and new fearsome potential!
But what exactly do Flux Construct Cores boost? Let‘s analyze the data:
Statistical boost comparison from fusing Flux Construct Cores
As evidenced, fusing even one Core kicks your equipment into an exponentially higher echelon! Weapons gain immense damage, armor becomes impenetrable and integrity sees near invulnerability.
Additionally, further Core fusions stack for utterly game-breaking punch. By conquering all Flux Constructs, you can enhance the Master Sword into a sun-rending lightsaber!
Gear Prioritization
With Cores providing such insane improvements, determining ideal items to fuse first is key. Based on gameplay impact, I suggest this prioritization model:
Priority order for fusing Flux Construct Cores by item type
This solution maximizes the most vital gear first – weaponry, then defenses and mobility options. Feel free to override based on personal playstyle however.
Now for some closing commentary on how dominating Flux Construct Cores impacts the Tears of the Kingdom experience.
Reigning Over Tears of the Kingdom
Wresting Flux Construct Cores away from their stony wardens takes intense dedication, but the payoff proves oh so satisfying. Few things compare to cathartically dishing out 10x punishment against elemental blights and sidestepping titanic blows untouched!
More importantly, accessing this magnitude of strength lets you access places previously unfathomable. Entire zones filled with valuable treasures or lore open through climbing tougher surfaces or manipulating dense gravities.
In many ways, the flux construct crunching endeavour becomes the ultimate endgame goal. Sure you can challenge Calamity Ganon with base kit, but truly dominating Hyrule becomes a palpable reality with your green clad god Link wielding ludicrously fused gear!
So conquer your fears, stock pile your best armaments and charge out to wrangle this arcane power. Once you hear the satisfying crunch of bow destroying flux constructs, you know it was all worth it!
Let me know which flux construct battle gave you the most epic victory in comments, and be sure to subscribe for more Zelda dominating strategies!
