How to grab shooting stars in Zelda Tears of the Kingdom
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If you remember playing Breath of the Wild, you probably remember needing to collect Star Fragments that landed across the vast landscapes of Hyrule. Just like in its predecessor, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will have you collecting these mysterious fragments as well.
Star Fragments look beautiful when they fall from the sky and hit the ground. Thanks to the increased verticality of Tears of the Kingdom, there is now a new way to grab Star Fragments. This guide will show you how to grab shooting stars in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
How to get Star Fragments in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Catch a falling Star Fragment
When you are falling from the sky, all you need to do is catch up to the shooting star and press the A Button to grab it out of the sky. It will then be added to your inventory as a Star Fragment.
- This is the most common way to get Star Fragments in Tears of the Kingdom.
- Shooting Stars can appear at any time of night, but they are more likely to appear during a full moon.
- Be patient, as it may take some time to see a shooting star.
Jump from a Sky Island
After jumping from a sky island, you have a chance of having a Star Fragment fall alongside you.
This is a more rare way to get Star Fragments, but it is worth a try if you are looking for a quick way to get one.
Tips to get a Star Fragment in Tears of the Kingdom
Following these tips will make you more efficient in catching Star Fragments in the game.
If this is your goal following these tips will ensure the process is a lot more streamlined for you:
- Stand in a clear area with a good view of the sky. This will make it easier to spot shooting stars.
- Have a fire lit. This will help you stay warm and alert during the night.
- Be patient. It may take some time to see a shooting star.
Shooting Stars and Star Fragments are the same thing. They fall from the night sky and look beautiful when they do. Thanks to there being multiple ski islands in Tears of the Kingdom, you can now pluck Star Fragments out of the sky.
How to use Star Fragments in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Here are quick and easy steps on how to use Star Fragments in Tears of the Kingdom:
- Upgrade armor. Star Fragments are a required material for upgrading some of the best armor sets in the game, this includes items you get from the Amiibo reward. Upgrading your armor will give you additional defense and resistance to certain elements.
- Sell for Rupees. If you’re in need of some quick cash, you can sell Star Fragments to any merchant for 300 Rupees each, a great way to get rich quick.
- Cook with. Star Fragments can be used in cooking to create dishes with special effects, such as increased health or stamina. However, the return value of these dishes is typically not worth it.
