A complete strategy for defeating the Gohma boss in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Gohma in Zelda Ocarina of Time is defeated by stunning its eye with Deku Nuts or the Slingshot, then progressing to Dodongo Cavern.
Spoiler warning: This guide covers the outcome of the Gohma fight and the dungeon that follows, so it reveals progression details from Zelda Ocarina of Time.
Background: A straightforward boss with one simple rule
Gohma is a very straightforward boss in Zelda Ocarina of Time, so you should not have much trouble defeating her. The same cannot be said for other Ocarina bosses, which may require different tactics.
The core rule for the fight is simple: to defeat Gohma, you need to attack its eye. However, you must stun it first.
Development: The fight alternates between ground and ceiling phases
When Gohma is on the ground, you can easily use a Deku Nut to stun it. Make sure you are targeting Gohma’s eye, are close enough, and that Gohma is not shielding its eye with its pincers. If you stun Gohma correctly, it will turn a light green colour.
At certain points in the battle, Gohma will climb onto the ceiling. When this happens, wait until it is not shielding its eye anymore, then hit the eye using the Fairy Slingshot. This causes Gohma to fall to the ground and become stunned. A good time to do this is when Gohma is preparing to birth its larva.
You can also use the Fairy Slingshot to stun Gohma when it is on the ground, but it is easier to just use a Deku Nut.
Progression: Key attack patterns and the third or fourth stun
Gohma should be defeated during the third or fourth time you have stunned it if you do not waste any time attacking it.
A quick timeline of Gohma’s attacks helps explain how the fight develops.
Red attack
When Gohma is on the ground and close to you, it will turn red. Make sure you stun it quickly, or else you will be a victim to its blows.
Birthing Larva
At certain points when Gohma is on the ceiling, it will hang its tail downwards. When this happens, you have a few seconds to hit its eye before it births some Gohma Larva. If the larva are born, you might be able to destroy their eggs before they hatch. If not, deal with the larva first before returning your attention to their mother.
After the battle: Dodongo Cavern becomes the next dungeon
Congratulations on defeating Gohma! Your next dungeon is Dodongo Cavern.
If you are looking for more Ocarina assistance, related guides cover Heart Piece locations, Gold Skulltula locations, and where to find the Empty Bottles. The original guide credited Eurogamer/Nintendo for its images.
At this stage, the Gohma encounter is complete, and the current progression point is moving from the Gohma fight to Dodongo Cavern.
FAQ
How do you defeat Gohma in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time?
To defeat Gohma, you need to stun it first and then attack its eye. If you stun Gohma correctly, it will turn a light green colour, and it should be defeated during the third or fourth stun if you do not waste time attacking it.
What items can you use to stun Gohma?
You can use a Deku Nut to stun Gohma when it is on the ground, as long as you are targeting its eye, close enough, and Gohma is not shielding its eye with its pincers. You can also use the Fairy Slingshot to stun Gohma, though the Deku Nut is easier when it is on the ground.
What should you do when Gohma climbs onto the ceiling?
When Gohma is on the ceiling, wait until it is not shielding its eye, then hit its eye with the Fairy Slingshot. This causes Gohma to fall to the ground and become stunned. A good time to do this is when Gohma is preparing to birth its larva.
What happens after defeating Gohma?
After defeating Gohma, your next dungeon is Dodongo Cavern.
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