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| image = [[File:Stone_Talus_Jr..jpg]]
| image = [[File:Stone-talus.jpeg]]
| caption = A Stone Talus near the Ocean
| title =  
| title =  
| threat = 3
| threat = 3
| attack = <span style="font-size:70%">''Damage to Link wearing no armor''</span><br/>{{H|6}} Melee punch<br/>{{H|6}} Crushed by body<br/>{{H|0.5}} Thrown from top of body<br/>{{H|0.25}}-{{H|2.25}} Boulder throw
| attack = <span style="font-size:70%">''Damage to Link wearing no armor''</span><br/>{{H|6}} Melee punch<br/>{{H|6}} Crushed by body<br/>{{H|0.5}} Thrown from top of body<br/>{{H|0.25}}-{{H|2.25}} Boulder throw
| weapon = Bows<br/>[[Remote Bomb (Rune)|Remote Bombs]]<br/>Two-Handed [[Breath of the Wild Weapons|Weapons]]
| weapon = [[Breath of the Wild Bows|Bows]]<br/>[[Remote Bomb (Rune)|Remote Bombs]]<br/>[[Breath of the Wild Two-Handed Weapons|Two-Handed Weapons]]
| game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]''
| game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]''
| dungeon = Overworld
| location = Overworld
| reward = [[Flint]], [[Amber]], [[Opal]], [[Ruby]]
| reward = [[Flint]], [[Amber]], [[Opal]], [[Ruby]]
| related      = [[Frost Talus]]<br/>[[Igneo Talus]]
| related      = [[Stone Talus (Luminous)]]<br/>[[Stone Talus (Rare)]]<br/>[[Frost Talus]]<br/>[[Igneo Talus]]
}}
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==Overview==
==Overview==


'''Stone Talus''' is one of the many overworld bosses found in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]''. It disguises itself in the ground as a collection of rocks, and the boss forms as [[Link]] draws near. The Stone Talus is the first overworld boss the player can encounter in the game, situated in the [[Forest of Spirits]] on the [[Great Plateau]].
The '''Stone Talus''' is one of the many overworld bosses found in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]''. It disguises itself in the ground as a collection of rocks, and the boss forms as [[Link]] draws near. The Stone Talus is the first overworld boss Link can encounter in the game, situated in the [[Forest of Spirits]] on the [[Great Plateau]].


There are 40 of these creatures spread throughout all of Hyrule. Along with the standard '''Stone Talus''' (featuring an [[Ore Deposit]] on its back), there are also the [[Frost Talus]], the [[Igneo Talus]], the [[Stone Talus (Luminous)]], and the [[Stone Talus (Rare)]]. Defeating all 40 and reporting to [[Kilton]] at his Monster Shop rewards the [[Medal of Honor: Talus]].
There are 40 of these bosses spread throughout all of [[Hyrule]]. Along with the standard Stone Talus, Link can also encounter the [[Frost Talus]] and [[Igneo Talus]], among others. Defeating all 40 and reporting to [[Kilton]] at the [[Fang and Bone]] rewards Link with the [[Medal of Honor: Talus]].


==Locations==
==Locations==


The Talus beasts are scattered far and wide throughout Hyrule. Frigid, snowy regions are home to the [[Frost Talus]] variant, while the [[Eldin Tower]] region features the [[Igneo Talus]]. Be sure to check out our [https://www.zeldadungeon.net/breath-of-the-wild-interactive-map/ Interactive Map] for all the different locations the Stone Talus and its variants can be found.
The Talus beasts are scattered far and wide throughout Hyrule. Frigid, snowy regions are home to the Frost Talus variant, while the [[Eldin]] region features the Igneo Talus. Be sure to check out our [https://www.zeldadungeon.net/breath-of-the-wild-interactive-map/ Interactive Map] for all the different locations the Stone Talus and its variants can be found.


==Strategy==
==Strategy==
There is only one phase of this boss fight, so the strategy is very simple. Exposed on the top or on the side of all Talus beasts is an [[Ore Deposit]] of some variety, which is its weak point (and the only place where the Talus can actually be damaged). The Stone Talus is otherwise unaffected when attacked, except by [[Remote Bomb (Rune)|Remote Bombs]], which can be used to destroy the "hand" boulders at the end of each arm; this does not damage its health, however, so the player must attack the Ore Deposit to defeat it.
There is only one phase of this boss fight, so the strategy is very simple. Exposed on the top, or on the side, of all Talus beasts is an [[Ore Deposit]] of some variety, which is the only place the Stone Talus can,be defeated. The Stone Talus is otherwise unaffected when attacked, except by [[Remote Bomb (Rune)|Remote Bombs]], which can be used to destroy its arms, however, this does not deal any damage, so Link must attack the Ore Deposit to defeat it.


The standard Stone Talus has simple but strong melee attacks. It rears back to swing hard with its left arm or pounds Link into the ground with its right arm <span id="tooltip" style="cursor:help; border-bottom:1px dotted;" title="Damage to Link wearing no armor">('''Melee punch''' {{H|6}})</span>. At range, the Stone Talus will throw the "hand" of its arms <span id="tooltip" style="cursor:help; border-bottom:1px dotted;" title="Damage to Link wearing no armor">('''Boulder throw {{H|0.25}}-{{H|2.25}}''')</span>, losing the arm in the process. After it loses both arms, it will slam one side down to replenish its arm, then the other. At this point, and at any time when the Talus' body is at ground level, Link has a window of opportunity to climb atop the Talus.
The Stone Talus has simple but strong melee attacks. It rears back to swing hard with its left arm or pounds Link into the ground with its right arm <span id="tooltip" style="cursor:help; border-bottom:1px dotted;" title="Damage to Link wearing no armor">('''Melee punch''' {{H|6}})</span>. At range, the Stone Talus will throw its arms <span id="tooltip" style="cursor:help; border-bottom:1px dotted;" title="Damage to Link wearing no armor">('''Boulder throw {{H|0.25}}-{{H|2.25}}''')</span>, towards Link, losing it in the process. Once it loses both arms, it will slam one side down to replenish its arm, then the other. At this point, and at any time when the Stone Talus' body is at ground level, Link has a window of opportunity to climb atop the Stone Talus.


Two methods are available to topple the Talus through direct combat. The player may choose to strike the Ore Deposit directly with a ranged attack (such as with a bow), which will stun the Talus and cause it to fall forward, providing a few precious seconds to rush forward and climb up the beast. Alternatively, [[Remote Bomb (Rune)|Remote Bombs]] can be used to demolish the "hand" boulder of each arm. Destroying one arm with a bomb knocks the Talus down briefly; removing the Talus' only remaining arm with a bomb will cause it to drop for a few moments longer before it attempts to pick itself up again.
Two methods are available to topple the Stone Talus through direct combat. Link may choose to strike the Ore Deposit directly with a ranged attack (such as with a bow), which will stun the Stone Talus and cause it to fall forward, providing a few precious seconds to rush forward and climb up the beast. Alternatively, the Remote Bomb Rune can be used to destroy each arm. Destroying one arm with a bomb knocks the Stone Talus down briefly; removing its only remaining arm with a bomb will cause it to drop for a few moments longer before it attempts to pick itself up again.


When on top of the Talus, the player should equip a strong two-handed weapon and use their charged spin attack to deal maximum damage. The player should be careful not to fall from the Talus during their attack, as it will continue to move around for a few moments and Link may slip off due to the changing slopes. The Talus will only put up with the player's mounted presence for a few strikes before shuddering and throwing Link off, damaging him in the process <span id="tooltip" style="cursor:help; border-bottom:1px dotted;" title="Damage to Link wearing no armor">('''Thrown from top of body''' {{H|0.5}})</span>.
When atop the Stone Talus, Link should equip a strong two-handed weapon and use his charged spin attack to deal maximum damage. Link should be careful not to fall from the Stone Talus during his attack, as it will continue to move around for a few moments and Link may slip off due to the changing slopes. The Stone Talus will only put up with the player's mounted presence for a few strikes before shuddering and throwing Link off, damaging him in the process <span id="tooltip" style="cursor:help; border-bottom:1px dotted;" title="Damage to Link wearing no armor">('''Thrown from top of body''' {{H|0.5}})</span>.


The Talus' Ore Deposit will occasionally drop some of its loot when struck. Quick-handed players wielding one-handed weapons or spears (not recommended) to damage the Talus have an opportunity to pick these items up before they roll away and are potentially flung away by a future Talus slam or a Remote Bomb detonation.
==Rewards==


The Ore Deposit situated on the Stone Talus' body will occasionally drop some of its loot when struck. This includes gemstones such as [[Amber]] or [[Opal]], or basic stones such as [[Flint]]. Upon death, the Stone Talus will drop many gemstones, including the aforementioned.
==See Also==
*[[Stone Talus (Luminous)]]
*[[Stone Talus (Rare)]]
*[[Frost Talus]]
*[[Igneo Talus]]
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Stone Talus
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Attacks

Damage to Link wearing no armor
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Overview

The Stone Talus is one of the many overworld bosses found in Breath of the Wild. It disguises itself in the ground as a collection of rocks, and the boss forms as Link draws near. The Stone Talus is the first overworld boss Link can encounter in the game, situated in the Forest of Spirits on the Great Plateau.

There are 40 of these bosses spread throughout all of Hyrule. Along with the standard Stone Talus, Link can also encounter the Frost Talus and Igneo Talus, among others. Defeating all 40 and reporting to Kilton at the Fang and Bone rewards Link with the Medal of Honor: Talus.

Locations

The Talus beasts are scattered far and wide throughout Hyrule. Frigid, snowy regions are home to the Frost Talus variant, while the Eldin region features the Igneo Talus. Be sure to check out our Interactive Map for all the different locations the Stone Talus and its variants can be found.

Strategy

There is only one phase of this boss fight, so the strategy is very simple. Exposed on the top, or on the side, of all Talus beasts is an Ore Deposit of some variety, which is the only place the Stone Talus can,be defeated. The Stone Talus is otherwise unaffected when attacked, except by Remote Bombs, which can be used to destroy its arms, however, this does not deal any damage, so Link must attack the Ore Deposit to defeat it.

The Stone Talus has simple but strong melee attacks. It rears back to swing hard with its left arm or pounds Link into the ground with its right arm (Melee punch 1 Heart.png1 Heart.png1 Heart.png1 Heart.png1 Heart.png1 Heart.png). At range, the Stone Talus will throw its arms (Boulder throw 1-4 Heart.png-1 Heart.png1 Heart.png1-4 Heart.png), towards Link, losing it in the process. Once it loses both arms, it will slam one side down to replenish its arm, then the other. At this point, and at any time when the Stone Talus' body is at ground level, Link has a window of opportunity to climb atop the Stone Talus.

Two methods are available to topple the Stone Talus through direct combat. Link may choose to strike the Ore Deposit directly with a ranged attack (such as with a bow), which will stun the Stone Talus and cause it to fall forward, providing a few precious seconds to rush forward and climb up the beast. Alternatively, the Remote Bomb Rune can be used to destroy each arm. Destroying one arm with a bomb knocks the Stone Talus down briefly; removing its only remaining arm with a bomb will cause it to drop for a few moments longer before it attempts to pick itself up again.

When atop the Stone Talus, Link should equip a strong two-handed weapon and use his charged spin attack to deal maximum damage. Link should be careful not to fall from the Stone Talus during his attack, as it will continue to move around for a few moments and Link may slip off due to the changing slopes. The Stone Talus will only put up with the player's mounted presence for a few strikes before shuddering and throwing Link off, damaging him in the process (Thrown from top of body 1-2 Heart.png).

Rewards

The Ore Deposit situated on the Stone Talus' body will occasionally drop some of its loot when struck. This includes gemstones such as Amber or Opal, or basic stones such as Flint. Upon death, the Stone Talus will drop many gemstones, including the aforementioned.

See Also

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