Ever watched a giant stone block bounce up and down inside a shrine and wondered, “How am I supposed to catch that?” You’re not alone. Daqa Koh Shrine looks intimidating at first glance, but it’s really a lesson in patience and timing.
Stick with me and I’ll walk you through the location, the exact timing, and the hidden Silver Rupee chest. (If you’re new to Breath of the Wild, I’ll explain every tool as we go.)
Where to Find Daqa Koh Shrine
Daqa Koh Shrine sits in the Eldin region of northeastern Hyrule. Guides describe the spot in a few different ways, which tells you it’s tucked near several landmarks.
Here’s what you need to know before you head out:
- Region: Eldin, in northeastern Hyrule.
- Nearby Landmarks: The Bridge of Eldin, Gorko Lake, and Goron Hot Springs all show up in different guides. Check your map around all three.
- Best Clue: It sits just off the Mountain Road to Death Mountain, shortly before the Bridge of Eldin, tucked between two rock faces. Look for the shrine marker just off the trail.
- Trial Name: Stalled Flight.
- Shrine Theme: Paraglider control and Stasis timing.
- Required Gear: Your Paraglider and the Stasis Rune.
- Rewards: A Spirit Orb from Monk Daqa Koh, plus a chest holding a Silver Rupee.
Beginner Tip: The Stasis Rune is a Sheikah Slate ability that freezes an object in place for a short time. You unlock it early on the Great Plateau, so you almost certainly have it already.
Lore Note: Every shrine is a Sheikah trial, and the monk at the end rewards you with a Spirit Orb. Collect four and you can trade them at a Goddess Statue for a Heart Container or a Stamina Vessel.
Daqa Koh Shrine Walkthrough: Step by Step
Let’s start with how the machine works, because understanding it makes the timing much easier. A lower platform shoots up and launches a large stone block with a device on top.
When the block reaches its peak, the device hits a switch on the ceiling. That briefly opens a gate near the top, then the block falls back down. Your whole job is to be at that gate while it’s open.
- Step 1: Enter the shrine, walk forward, and drop down into the hole.
- Step 2: Stand on the lower platform. It will launch you into the air along with the block.
- Step 3: At the highest point of your launch, deploy your paraglider and glide onto the top of the large block in the middle.
- Step 4: Ride the block up again. Face the wall where you entered, turn to your left, and deploy your paraglider at your highest point.
- Step 5: Float over to the ledge to the left of the entrance and open the chest for a Silver Rupee, worth 100 rupees.
- Step 6: Get back on top of the block using the same launch-and-glide trick from Step 3.
- Step 7: Turn so you’re facing away from the entrance. The exit gate is straight ahead of you.
- Step 8: As the block reaches its highest point, use the Stasis Rune on the block beneath you. This freezes it in place and keeps the gate open.
- Step 9: Quickly hop off, paraglide through the open gate, and talk to Monk Daqa Koh for your Spirit Orb.
(Pro tip: Do the chest first. It’s optional, but it’s much less stressful to practice your gliding before the Stasis timing is on the line.)
Quick Reference: Your Two Goals
The numbers tell an interesting story: this shrine really has just two objectives, and each one uses a different skill.
| Goal | Tool Used | Payoff |
|---|---|---|
| Treasure chest | Paraglider only | Silver Rupee (100 rupees) |
| Shrine exit | Paraglider + Stasis Rune | Spirit Orb |
Here’s what the stats actually mean: the chest is a pure movement test, while the exit asks you to combine two abilities. Master the first and the second gets much easier.
Rewards You’ll Earn
Daqa Koh Shrine pays out in two ways, and one of them is easy to miss. Don’t skip the chest.
- Spirit Orb: Given by Monk Daqa Koh at the end of the shrine. Bank it toward your next Heart Container or Stamina Vessel.
- Silver Rupee: Found in the chest on the ledge. It’s worth 100 rupees, which is a nice boost if you’re saving for armor upgrades or arrows.
- Shrine Completion: Another shrine checked off in the Eldin region, and a new fast-travel point on your map.
Beginner Tip: A Silver Rupee is a rarer, more valuable rupee than the common green and blue ones. The 100-rupee value makes it a handy early-game windfall.
Pro Tips for Perfect Timing
Timing is the only real hurdle here. Guides agree it may take a couple of tries, so don’t get discouraged.
- Watch the Rhythm First: Before you step on the platform, watch the block cycle once or twice. The pattern repeats, so learning it pays off.
- Glide at the Peak: Deploy your paraglider at the highest point of your launch, not early. Opening it too soon can send you drifting away from the block.
- Look for the Green Glow: The gate opens when the green electrical device on the block touches the switch at the top. That’s your cue to use Stasis.
- Aim Stasis at the Block: Target the block beneath your feet, not the device or the wall. Freezing the block is what holds the gate open.
- Move Fast After Freezing: Stasis only lasts a short time. Hop off immediately and glide straight through the gate.
- Retry Without Stress: If you mistime the freeze, just wait for the next cycle. Nothing is lost except a few seconds.
Worth noting: The chest ledge is to the left of the entrance, so face the entrance wall and turn left before you glide. If you can’t find it, check that you jumped at the very top of your rise.
(Pro tip: If you’re struggling to line up the Stasis, practice aiming with the rune while the block is rising, so you’re ready the moment it peaks.)
Why Daqa Koh Shrine Matters
On the surface, Daqa Koh is a short shrine with a simple machine. But it quietly teaches a skill you’ll use all over Hyrule: chaining your paraglider and Stasis Rune together to control the world around you.
Lore-wise, it fits the Sheikah’s design philosophy. These trials were built to make a hero think about every tool they carry, not just swing a sword. You’re not solving a puzzle by force, you’re solving it by watching, waiting, and acting at the right moment.
The data speaks for itself: two tools, two rewards, and one reliable rhythm. Once it clicks, you’ll finish the whole shrine in a minute or two.
So how did your first attempt go? Did you nail the Stasis timing right away, or did the block catch you off guard a few times? Share your best (or funniest) shrine fail in the comments, and tell me which shrine you’d like me to break down next.
