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Justin is a gaming writer who enjoys all things Zelda. From the OG Legend of Zelda on the NES to Breath of the Wild and Hyrule Warriors on the Switch, Justin has spent countless hours wandering through Hyrule and lands beyond. Justin started out as a games tester on mobile devices and has since graduated to writing about Legend of Zelda games, characters, and weapons.When he’s not playing Legend of Zelda, Justin spends time with his wife and four children.
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As you explore Hyrule in Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, there’s a good chance you’ve come across a dragon. There are actually three dragons, relegated to specific regions within the game. These dragons are some of the biggest beasts in the game. However, they aren’t much of a threat to Link.
Naydra is a dragon you’ll find in the Lanayru region and resides at the top of Mount Lanayru. But there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to the dragons in Breath of the Wild.
If you want to know all about Naydra the dragon, where it’s located, and its role in Breath of the Wild, keep reading! Our guide will tell you everything you need to know.
Key Details Up Front
Dragons are a fun part of Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Naydra is one of three dragons Link will interact with. Naydra resides in the cold, snowy region of Lanayru and lives atop Mount Lanayru, protecting the Spring of Wisdom. But before he can access the shrine within, Link must first help this powerful creature.
Naydra
Naydra is one of three dragons that inhabit Hyrule. Located in the Lanayru region, its counterparts are Dinraal (Eldin Mountains) and Farosh (Faron Region). Each dragon inhabits and protects one of the springs of the Tri-Force.
Naydra protects the Spring of Wisdom, Dinraal the Spring of Power, and Farosh the Spring of Courage. Each dragon is invincible, yet each plays a specific role in unlocking the shrines associated with each spring.
Description
Once Link frees Naydra from the Malice in which it is encased, the dragon turns into a glorious creature. It’s purple and turquoise radiance shines like a beacon across the Lanayru region. However, remember not to get too close as the dragon will freeze Link.
Finding Naydra
Naydra is at the top of Mount Lanaryu, but dress warm or take plenty of warming elixirs because it’s going to get cold. The dragon is almost due north of the Hateno Ancient Lab, so if you don’t mind going up and over mountains, that’s how to get there are the crow flies.
However, if you prefer to go another route, find your way to Naydra Snowfield, which is southeast of the Lanaryu Road East Gate. There’s a Lynel by the gate, so be on your guard.
From the snowfield, you should find a path that winds up into the mountain. It will switch back and forth as you make your way to the top, and you’ll encounter plenty of enemies so make sure you have enough food and warm clothing.
At the summit of Mount Lanaryu, you’ll find Naydra wrapped around the Spring of Wisdom, covered in Malice. It is not a pretty site.
Freeing Naydra
There is a large Malice eyeball within view when Link meets Naydra for the first time. Shoot the eyeball to begin a cutscene in which Naydra uncurls from the spring and begins to make its way down the mountain.
Once the cutscene is over, head to the top of the mountain and and launch Link off the top using the glider. As he makes his way down, guide Link toward Naydra while using bullet-time to shoot the remaining Malice eyeballs.
If Link misses yet hits Naydra, the dragon will drop other materials that will come in handy during Link’s exploration of Hyrule. In the meantime, continue shooting until all the Maiice eyeballs are gone, at which time you’ll return to the mountaintop and speak with the Goddess of Wisdom.
Naydra Drops
Naydra drops various items when Link shoots the dragon. The item dropped will depend on where Link hits it. Drops include Naydra’s Scale, Naydra’s Claw, a Shard of Naydra’s Fang and a Shard of Naydra’s Horn. Each of these items have a different purpose.
Jitan Sa’mi Shrine
Once Naydra is free from the Malice, Link will have access to the Jian Sa’mi Shrine. However, he must first appease the Goddess Statue which prevents Link from accessing the shrine. The statue will encourage Link to shoot one more arrow at Naydra.
The dragon will take off once again, but not before dropping one of its scales, which conveniently lanks directly in front of Link. Grab the scale and give it as an offering to the Spring of Wisdom. Doing so opens the door behind the Goddess Statue, revealing the way to the Jitam Sa’mi Shrine.
Within the shrine, the shrine’s monk will tell Link that he has done well to enter the shrine, and by doing so has proven his worth. There are no puzzles to solve or enemies to defeat. Simply open the treasure chest and receive a Frostspear, then move forward and speak with Jitan Sa’mi. Link’s hearts will be refilled once again and he’ll receive another spirit orb as proof that he conquered the shrine.
FAQs
Naydra is a unique part of the lore that Hyrule offers in Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. If you want to learn more about this amazing beast, check out some of the most frequently asked questions bout Naydra:
Question: What is Naydra?
Answer: Naydra is a dragon from the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It is a large, purple and turquoise creature that can be found in the Lanayru region.
Question: How do I Find Naydra?
Answer: Naydra can be found at the top of Mount Lanaryu, in the Lanayru region. This region is cold and snowy, so be sure to plan accordingly.
Question: How do I Free Naydra?
Answer: Naydra can be freed by shooting the Malice eyeballs that are attached to it. Once all the eyeballs are gone, the dragon will be free.
Question: What does Naydra drop?
Answer: Naydra drops various items when Link shoots the dragon. The item dropped will depend on where Link hits it. Drops include Naydra’s Scale, Naydra’s Claw, a Shard of Naydra’s Fang and a Shard of Naydra’s Horn. Each of these items have a different purpose.
Question: What is the Jitan Sa’mi Shrine?
Answer: The Jitan Sa’mi Shrine is a shrine that can be found in the Lanayru region. It is only accessible once Naydra has been freed from the Malice.
Question: Where is the Spring of Wisdom?
Answer: The Spring of Wisdom is located at the top of Mount Lanaryu, in the Lanayru region. It is one of three springs located throughout Hyrule.
Question: What Time Does Naydra Appear?
Answer: Once Naydra has been freed of Malice, you can head to Lanayru Bay to gather items Link needs throughout the game. The dragon will appear around midnight and will then begin to disappear at roughly 6:00 am.
Question: Are the Dragons in Breath of the Wild Female?
Answer: There are many who will argue the dragons in Breath of the Wild are all female since they are all incranations of the three goddesses: Din, Farore, and Nayru. The game never says for sure if this is the case.
Question: Where is the Best Place to Farm Naydra Items?
Answer: If you need to gather items from Naydra for specific purposes, you can find the dragon just west of Lanayru Mountain and north of the Purifier Lake near the Lanayru East Gate. Keep in mind that a Lynel and Hinox are nearby, so prepare accordingly.
Fierce but Friendly
Naydra is one for three dragons Link encounters throughout Hyrule. While these dragons might seem intimidating at first, they are actually helpful creatures. When Link shoots them, they drop specific items that help Link unlock shrines, upgrade armor, and create elixirs.
Find more helpful guides by checking these links below:
Gerudo Guide
South Lomei Labyrinth BOTW Guide
Lomei Labyrinth Island Guide: The Legend of Zelda
