Players of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild take on the role of Link in a post-apocalyptic Hyrule, where the amnesiac protagonist has to once again save the land from total destruction posed by the threat of Ganondorf. Although Link now has to deal with the catacylsmic event alled the Upheaval in sequel Tears of the Kingdom, the predecessor Breath of the Wild does offer various activities throughout Hyrule that players can enjoy.
For instance, players can go to Korok Forest to mingle with Hyrule’s more secluded forest dwellers, where folks such as Hestu and Chio become Link’s new friends as he collects Korok Seeds throughout the realm. However, when the Korok named Peeks tasks Link into taking a photograph of the elusive Blupee, things can get quite complicated for players. Just how can players finish this quest?
Who Are The Koroks Anyway?
Throughout Link’s journey in a player’s Breath of the Wild gameplay, they may have unlocked the rather expansive Korok Forest inside the Lost Woods. While much of Link’s journey here is largely a solo situation, Link may still encounter leaf-shaped creatures called the Koroks that have a penchant for hiding and running away. The only exception here is Hestu, a giant Korok that Link often interacts with to expand his Inventory in exchange for Korok Seeds.
The shyness of Koroks isn’t something exclusive to Breath of the Wild, as the Koroks have been creatures in Hyrule since their first appearance in The Wind Waker, where they are also seen as small wood people that have leaf masks. In The Wind Waker, much of the child-like Kokiri had become Koroks after the Great Flood. And once a year, the Great Deku Tree releases seeds that have to be planted into the Great Sea simultaneously in the hopes of eventually uniting the islands as one giant land (or plant) form. Breath of the Wild doesn’t expand on the mythology of the Korok that much, except for the fact that they are near-mythical in nature.
Before Blupee: The Korok Trials
When players enter the Korok Forest area in Breath of the Wild gameplay, they will eventually encounter a Korok NPC named Chio. He is a mid-sized Korok standing to the right of the Great Deku Tree’s entrance, making him an easy NPC to spot and talk to. He is an important NPC among the Korok, as talking to him is essential to start the sidequest chain for completionists: the Korok Trials. This is a set of three trials that would test Link’s mettle especially when it comes to their understanding of the game’s mechanics.
While the Korok Trials that may reward Rupees don’t directly deal with the Blupee quest, it’s important that players be aware of the Korok Trials before looking for the more obscure provider of the Blupee quest: Peeks. Talking with Peeks will start the Blupee pursuit quest called The Legendary Rabbit Trial, which is fitting for the Blupee’s appearance.
Enter Peeks, The Blupee Lover
During the player’s tour around Korok Forest, they will likely encounter a talkable NPC named Peeks just hanging out near the entrance to the village. Unlike other Korok NPCs, Peeks will stay in the area until his request is completed, and this is where the Blupee hunt begins.
Talking to Peeks will have him tell Link of Breath of the Wild that he wants nothing more than to see a Blupee, a creature the size of a dog in Breath of the Wild, even if it’s just a picture.
Thanks to the game’s camera option, players can do just that - provided they’re even able to find a Blupee first. This quest is one of the few tasks in the game that will require Link to actively use the game’s built-in camera feature, making this rather memorable for artists among the Zelda fandom.
What Exactly Is A Blupee?
As with most open world RPGs that have their resident critters, a Blupee among Breath of the Wild’s creatures is one of the most elusive to find. Aside from their small stature, they’re quick to be startled and are extremely skittish. Getting close to one will prompt it to run and outpace Link, never to be encountered again.
When observed up close, a Blupee resembles both an owl and a rabbit. Its body type is that of a blue-furred rabbit with a face like that of a barn owl. It’s known for having golden wreaths instead of long rabbit ears.
Hunting A Blupee: The Optimal Conditions, Locations
Similar to other Easter Egg-esque circumstances in RPGs, making a Blupee appear in Breath of the Wild is a matter of knowing where to look and when to try finding them. Most Blupees tend to appear in the woods given their association with nature, and their brightly-colored bodies imply they’re likely interested in appearing at night.
Given their rare nature, these two conditions aren’t always going to guarantee a Blupee spawn. In turn, it might also help to look for them in specific spawns, particularly in areas within forests that have multiple natural occurrences. Players may want to proceed to nearby Breath of the Wild stables before proceeding in order to have an easier travel time. These spots include the forested parts north of the Kakariko Village, in spots just between the Ta’loh Naeg Shrine and the Great Fairy Fountain.
Hunting The Blupee: Extra Locations
Players who enjoy their Breath of the Wild gameplay might end up in locations far from Kakariko Village by the time they plan on finding the Blupee for the Zelda side quest. In these situations, extra location ideas might help players secure the critter for the quest.
First, players have the option to traverse the jungle area near Faron Tower. In the woodland area with the Bokoblin and Wizzrobes are potential hiding spots of Blupees. Likewise, the peak of Satori Mountain close to Ridgeland Tower is known to be a popular spot for Blupee hunters to spot these creatures.
Getting A Blupee Picture: Get Stealthy
Given their nature as skittish creatures, Blupees get extremely sensitive in the presence of other creatures. Players can’t just have Link of Breath of the Wild position in front of it for a good angle as the Blupee will run away even before the protagonist gets close. In turn, players need to treat the Blupee hunt like an actual stealth mission. Here are some tips:
- Grab the Sheikah Set: Players who prefer doing their business at night may want to gather the Sheikah Set comprised of the Stealth Mask, Stealth Chest Guard, and Stealth Tights. While they're not the highest-rated Armor in the game, wearing this set does provide a boost in movement speed at night. In instances where the Blupee appears at nighttime, the speed boost the Sheikah Set provides can be a lifesaver when securing photos during the chase.
- Drink Sneaky Elixir: When Link usually drinks the Sneaky Elixr, the stealth effect it provides lets him become less noticeable by most animals and monsters. Drinking this can boost the odds that the rather sensitive Blupee may not detect Link even if he's much closer than comfortably allowable.
- Crouch all the way: The best way to approach taking a picture of the Blupee is to crouch as soon as players spot one from afar. Despite the slow pacing of players, Blupees aren’t known to move a lot, meaning they have the time to acquire the photos at their own pace.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom is the sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild that released on May 12, 2023 release.