Learn how to obtain the Goron Tunic in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
In Ocarina of Time, get the Goron Tunic by stopping a Goron with a bomb, or buy it for 600 Rupees. It unlocks Darunia's room and Fire Temple access.
Background: The Goron Tunic before the Fire Temple
In The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, the Goron Tunic is a piece of armor that Link can equip during his adult timeline. It allows him to enter hot areas, such as the Death Mountain Crater, without taking damage from the elements. That makes it important for a player who plans to tackle the Fire Temple soon, because the tunic provides the protection needed in those areas.
Early stage: A lone Goron is rolling in Goron City
The free route begins by entering Goron City as Adult Link. At this point, the area is largely empty apart from a lone Goron. This Goron starts speaking when Link enters, then quickly rolls away. The next step is to hop down to the floor below and wait as the rolling Goron approaches.
Development: Stop the rolling Goron with a Bomb
To get the Goron Tunic for free, Link must stop the young Goron rolling around Goron City in the correct spot using a Bomb. Placing a Bomb in the Goron's path stops him. Link can also run into him with the Bomb; that costs a tiny bit of health, but it does not block the reward. The Bomb stuns the Goron, and after a short delay Link can speak to him.
Spoiler warning: The young Goron asks for help
Spoiler warning: this section reveals a story beat involving Darunia and the Fire Temple. The stunned young Goron explains that Darunia has gone into the Fire Temple and has not returned. When he starts crying, Link should agree to help him. After that, the young Goron rewards Link with the Goron Tunic.
Next unlock: Darunia's room, the statue, and Death Mountain Crater
Getting the tunic also changes access inside Goron City. The young Goron opens Darunia's room, which lets Link move the statue inside and enter Death Mountain Crater. The Fire Temple resides there. Equipping the Goron Tunic protects Link from the heat in these areas, so the item is useful as soon as the route to the Fire Temple opens.
Paid shortcut: Buying the tunic for 600 Rupees
There is an earlier way to obtain the item if Link has enough Rupees to spare. The Goron City Shop sells the Goron Tunic for 600 Rupees. The free Bomb route is still the better choice, because it costs no money and leaves more Rupees for Hyrule's minigames.
Current stage: Ready to enter the Fire Temple
The timeline ends with Link in possession of the Goron Tunic. From the free route, he has stopped the young Goron, agreed to help him, received the tunic, and opened Darunia's room. From that point, Link can move the statue, enter Death Mountain Crater, and use the Goron Tunic to survive the heat while heading toward the Fire Temple.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get the Goron Tunic for free?
Enter Goron City as Adult Link, wait for the young Goron to roll near the lower floor, and stop him with a Bomb in the correct spot. You can also run into him with the Bomb, though that costs a tiny bit of health. After the Bomb stuns him, speak to him, agree to help him find Darunia, and he gives you the Goron Tunic.
How much does the Goron Tunic cost if I buy it?
The Goron City Shop sells the Goron Tunic for 600 Rupees.
What does the Goron Tunic do?
The Goron Tunic protects Link from heat damage in hot areas such as Death Mountain Crater, making it useful when heading to the Fire Temple.
Does getting the Goron Tunic help unlock the Fire Temple route?
Yes. After receiving the tunic, the young Goron opens Darunia’s room, allowing Link to move the statue and enter Death Mountain Crater, where the Fire Temple is located.
Is buying the Goron Tunic recommended?
The article says the free Bomb route is the better choice because it costs no money and leaves more Rupees for Hyrule’s minigames.
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