Some shrines test your brain. Daag Chokah tests your patience, and that’s what makes it so charming.
There’s no puzzle inside this shrine at all. The real challenge happens outside, where you quietly tail a nervous little Korok named Oaki through the woods without being spotted.
Take it at your own pace. There’s no wrong way to do this, and if you get caught, you just try again.
Daag Chokah Shrine Location and Overview
Daag Chokah Shrine sits in the northwest corner of the forest, in the Woodland Region of Hyrule. You can’t just walk up to it, though. You have to earn your way in through a side quest.
- Location: Northwest corner of the forest, in the Woodland Region.
- Quest Required: The Lost Pilgrimage, a Korok side quest that unlocks the shrine.
- Quest Giver: Tasho, found in the northern part of Korok Forest.
- Challenge Type: Stealth. You follow Oaki without being seen.
- Inside the Shrine: No puzzle. Just a chest and a friendly face.
- Rewards: One Ancient Core and one Spirit Orb.
One more thing before you move on: this quest is a little slow. That’s the point, and it’s a nice breather between bigger shrine puzzles.
Take Your Time: You can’t fail permanently here. Getting spotted just resets the task, so breathe and enjoy the forest.
Step-by-Step: How to Complete The Lost Pilgrimage
First you need to reach Korok Forest, which means making your way through the Lost Woods by following the embers of fire via lanterns and a hand-held torch. Once you’re inside, the rest is gentle sneaking.
- Step 1: Enter Korok Forest and head to the northern part. Follow the path with the bean lights and you’ll find Tasho.
- Step 2: Talk to Tasho. She’ll ask you to follow her scared little boy, Oaki, without being seen.
- Step 3: Keep your distance and start trailing Oaki. You don’t need to rush, so stay far enough back that he never notices you.
- Step 4: Watch for the falling branch. It startles Oaki and he turns around, so stay back or hide if he comes toward you.
- Step 5: When Oaki reaches the hollow log and announces he’s halfway there, follow, but stay on the outside of the log. Wait at the far end for him to come through.
- Step 6: Oaki enters a clearing and gets scared by what he thinks is a ghost. He’ll double back, so don’t move. Once he relaxes, keep following.
- Step 7: A wolf appears on the path. Take it out with an arrow from a distance, or drop some meat on the ground to distract it.
- Step 8: Continue straight along the path until you see the shrine glowing orange in the distance. Once Oaki gets there, it’s safe to show yourself.
Take Your Time: If you stumble on Oaki before you meet Tasho, don’t worry. Just walk into the fog and you’ll be brought to her automatically.
Easily missable, so heads up: if Oaki spots you at any point, the task starts over. A calm, slow approach beats a fast one every time.
(Pro tip: You can shoot down the Courser Bee Honey along the way without Oaki noticing. It’s a nice little bonus for your pouch while you’re already out there.)
Rewards and What’s Inside the Shrine
Once Oaki reaches the shrine, you can walk in and enjoy the quiet. There’s no trial waiting for you, just your well-earned rewards.
- Checklist: Open the chest in the center of the room for an Ancient Core.
- Checklist: Speak with Daag Chokah at the end of the room to receive your Spirit Orb.
- Checklist: Shrine marked complete on your map.
- Bonus: Courser Bee Honey, if you grabbed it along the way.
Spirit Orbs are the shrine currency that matters most. Collect enough of them and you can trade them at a goddess statue for a Heart Container or more stamina.
Don’t skip this one: even though the shrine itself is simple, every shrine counts toward your completion. This is one more entry ticked off your list.
Pro Tips for a Smooth Follow
- Keep Your Distance: The most common way to fail is getting too close. Give Oaki plenty of space and let him lead.
- Stay Outside the Log: At the hollow log, don’t crawl through it. Wait at the end and let Oaki come out.
- Freeze in the Clearing: When Oaki gets spooked by the ghost and doubles back, stand still. Moving is what gets you noticed.
- Bring a Bow: Arrows are the best way to handle the wolf from far away, so check your quiver before you start.
- Pack Some Meat: If you think the wolf will give you away, drop meat on the ground to distract it. (Pro tip: Keep a spare piece handy, since you can’t always predict how the wolf will act.)
- Hide When He Turns: Oaki peeks back every so often. Duck out of his line of sight the moment he glances your way.
- Take Breaks: If you get frustrated, step back, let the timer on your patience reset, and try again.
Missable! There’s nothing permanently missable here, but getting caught means redoing the whole follow. Slow and steady wins this one.
Why Daag Chokah Matters to Completionists
Daag Chokah is a reminder that Breath of the Wild doesn’t only reward combat and clever puzzle solving. Sometimes the best moments are small, like trailing a scared little Korok through the trees.
Lore Connection: The Koroks are woven all through Hyrule, from hidden seeds to forest quests like this one. Helping Oaki reach his destination safely makes the forest feel more like a place with people in it, not just a stretch of map to cross.
It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Every side quest like this one adds a little more warmth to your journey, and your Spirit Orb count grows right alongside it.
So take a deep breath, grab your bow, and follow Oaki at your own pace. Did you get caught on your first try, or did you glide through without a hitch? Let us know in the comments and share your own tips for fellow completionists!
