Tears of the Kingdom Bosses

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Bosses

Master Kohga

Main article: Master Kohga

"Head of the Yiga Clan, an organization with a grudge against Hyrule. His grandiosity and inexplicable charisma inspire passionate loyalty. Originally thought to have been killed in battle with Link, he survived after falling into the depths of the world. Burning with ambition to join the ""Magnificent One"" and guide the world to its end, he has sent his acolytes to all corners of Hyrule."

— In-game description

Colgera

Main article: Colgera

"The culprit behind the blizzard that plagued the Hebra region. This huge beast harnesses wind to produce strong updrafts and lift itself aloft. The jagged layer of ice covering its body serves as a protective shield and allows it to launch frozen spikes at its foes."

— In-game description

Yunobo

Main article: Yunobo (Boss)

Moragia

Main article: Moragia

"An enormous monster dwelling in Death Mountain. Its body is composed of boiling lava and hard rocks that are infused with gloom. To keep its body held together, the creature draws heat and gloom power from the crater."

— In-game description

Marbled Gohma

Main article: Marbled Gohma

"The culprit behind marbled rock roast, who produced it and brought it to the Eldin region. It uses its rock-covered legs to execute devastating attacks. The eyeball on its head may look vulnerable, but good luck reaching it atop this creature's massive body."

— In-game description

Sludge Like

Main article: Sludge Like

"These sludge-loving Like Likes are nightmarishly mobile. They ooze sludge, and they use that sludge to move around, sometimes creeping into areas that other types of Like Likes tend to avoid. As if that weren't enough, they also spew sludge out of their maws to slow and capture prey."

— In-game description

Mucktorok

Main article: Mucktorok

"The culprit behind the sludge that plagued Zora's Domain. Despite its small size, it was able to produce a massive deluge of the substance, polluting the entire region. It can mold sludge into outer shells of various shapes, a technique it uses both to protect itself and attack its foes."

— In-game description

Queen Gibdo

Main article: Queen Gibdo

"The ruler of the Gibdos and the culprit behind the sand shroud that plagued the Gerudo region, the Queen Gibdo is an agile beast who built a nest in the desert to spawn her drones en masse. Her tough exoskeleton deflects ordinary weapons."

— In-game description

Seized Construct

Main article: Seized Construct

"The construct that Mineru originally intended to house her spirit. It was changed into this ominous form by the magic power of the Demon King. Originally intended for construction, it is highly durable and able to withstand harsh conditions."

— In-game description

Phantom Ganon (Hyrule Castle)

Main article: Phantom_Ganon_(Tears_of_the_Kingdom)

"Though it may walk on two legs, this creature is undeniably monstrous in appearance. A sinister aura permeates the air around it. You know little of its attributes or behavior, but its strength and weapon mastery make it a formidable foe. It was first sighted after the Upheaval. Its identity and origins are shrouded in mystery."

— In-game description

Demon King Ganondorf

Main article: Demon King Ganondorf

"An evil man who lived long ago in the era of Hyrule's founding. His legend claims that this Gerudo man fed his bottomless ambition with great power and became a king of demons. He was imprisoned beneath Hyrule Castle for ages, but the magic holding him weakened when the castle was damaged during the Calamity a century ago, and his power has steadily been growing since. Now he has revived as a threat beyond the knowledge of any."

— In-game description

Demon King Ganondorf (2nd Form)

Main article: Demon King Ganondorf

"The fearsome form that Demon King Ganondorf attained after unleashing the power of the secret stone. The ancient sages were no match for him and only barely managed to contain his devastating power. The gloom he produces is a corrosive substance so foul that it can wither anyone who touches it."

— In-game description

Demon Dragon

Main article: Demon Dragon

"The form that Ganondorf, the Demon King, attained after swallowing a secret stone and attaining his true power. No trace of his original form remains. Its overwhelming magical strength would shake the skies. The jet-black scales covering it repel any and all attacks, save for those of the one and only Master Sword."

— In-game description

Sub-Bosses

Stone Talus

Main article: Stone Talus

"This enormous monster is naturally camouflaged as a rock formation. Neither sword nor arrow can pierce its stony form, but a cunning adventurer knows to scale its body and attack the ore sprouting from its peak. Lives not only in meadows and rocky areas but also plains."

— In-game description

Stone Talus (Luminous)

Main article: Stone Talus (Luminous)

"This enormous monster is naturally camouflaged as a rock formation. Neither sword nor arrow can pierce its stony form, but a cunning adventurer knows to scale its body and attack the ore sprouting from its peak. Stronger than your average Stone Talus, and unlike that creature, its ore deposit consists mostly of luminous stone."

— In-game description

Stone Talus (Rare)

Main article: Stone Talus (Rare)

"This enormous monster is naturally camouflaged as a rock formation. Neither sword nor arrow can pierce its stony form, but a cunning adventurer knows to scale its body and attack the ore sprouting from its peak. Unlike your average Stone Talus, this type's ore deposit contains a large amount of precious ore, making it a rare find."

— In-game description

Battle Talus

Main article: Battle Talus

"Monsters have built structures onto this Talus to create what might be called a moving fort. Its body is reinforced with wooden planks to keep away enemies. It can't be easily climbed."

— In-game description

Igneo Talus

Main article: Igneo Talus

"This enormous monster is naturally camouflaged as molten rock. Neither sword nor arrow can pierce its fiery form. Merely touching its magma-hot body can burn you pretty badly, but you may be able to scale it if you can use something to chill its flames."

— In-game description

Frost Talus

Main article: Frost Talus

"This enormous monster is naturally camouflaged as a frozen rock formation. Neither sword nor arrow can pierce its frigid form. Merely touching its frosty body can leave you with severe frostbite, but you may be able to scale it if you use something to thaw its icy exterior. Lives in cold, snowy regions."

— In-game description

Hinox

Main article: Hinox

"These giant, one-eyed monsters live mostly in the woods and have large, thick horns. Hinox are known for tearing entire trees from the ground and using them as weapons. Occasionally, they fall asleep on roads, presenting terrifying roadblocks for travelers. A deft hand can steal weapons from the necklaces they wear."

— In-game description

Blue Hinox

Main article: Blue Hinox

"These giant, one-eyed monsters live mostly in the woods, have giant horns, and possess a ferocity similar to that of their red brethren. They are also known for tearing entire trees from the ground and using them as weapons. They're stronger, though, and wear greaves that can be burnt away to expose their feet. A deft hand can steal weapons from the necklaces they wear."

— In-game description

Black Hinox

Main article: Black Hinox

"These giant, one-eyed monsters live mostly in the woods and have extremely hard horns. A keen awareness of your surroundings is paramount when facing one, as Hinox are known for tearing entire trees from the ground and using them as weapons. Black Hinox wear metal greaves that are too hard to break. A deft hand can steal weapons off the necklaces they wear."

— In-game description

Stalnox

Main article: Stalnox

"The remains of a Hinox, a giant monster with only one eye. This skeletal beast appears in the dark and can throw its own rib bones at enemies. Furthermore, even if it appears defeated, it will keep coming back for more as long as its eye is left intact."

— In-game description

Molduga

Main article: Molduga

"This massive monster swims beneath the desert's sand. It spends most of its time submerged, but if it senses sound, it will breach the surface to feast on whatever it can grab. Running around carelessly can be dangerous if you suspect there may be one in the area."

— In-game description

Flux Construct I

Main article: Flux Construct I

"A construct composed of interconnected blocks, made by the Zonai with advanced techniques and magic. It can rearrange the blocks to change its shape at will. To provide sufficient energy to power its gigantic form, this construct contains a massive store of Zonai charge."

— In-game description

Flux Construct II

Main article: Flux Construct II

"A construct composed of interconnected blocks, made by the Zonai with advanced techniques and magic. This model has been upgraded to process complex commands and assume modified shapes. To provide sufficient energy to power its gigantic form, this construct contains a massive store of Zonai charge."

— In-game description

Flux Construct III

Main article: Flux Construct III

"A construct composed of interconnected blocks, made by the Zonai with advanced techniques and magic. This model has increased defenses to protect its vulnerable core. Can change shape in order to block attacks. To provide sufficient energy to power its gigantic form, this construct contains a massive store of Zonai charge."

— In-game description

Flame Gleeok

Main article: Flame Gleeok

"This three-headed monster first appeared after the Upheaval. Fighting it alone is inadvisable, as its three heads will attack you all at once. Creates powerful flames within its body. When someone sets foot upon its turf, this beast will engulf the intruder and their surroundings in a fierce blaze."

— In-game description

Frost Gleeok

Main article: Frost Gleeok

"This three-headed monster first appeared after the Upheaval. Fighting it alone is inadvisable, as its three heads will attack you all at once. Creates blistering cold air within its body. When someone sets foot upon its turf, this beast will freeze the intruder and their surroundings in ice."

— In-game description

Thunder Gleeok

Main article: Thunder Gleeok

"This three-headed monster first appeared after the Upheaval. Fighting it alone is inadvisable, as its three heads will attack you all at once. When someone sets foot upon its turf, this beast will unleash a salvo of lightning strikes, not letting up until the intruder is reduced to a pile of ashes."

— In-game description

King Gleeok

Main article: King Gleeok

"This three-headed monster with lightning, fire, and ice attributes first appeared after the Upheaval. Fighting it alone is inadvisable, as it can launch coordinated elemental attacks with staggering brutality. You must be well-prepared to survive an entanglement with this beast."

— In-game description

Frox

Main article: Frox

"A large monster that dwells in the Depths. Despite its unwieldy body, it has incredibly powerful legs that it can use to leap from afar to capture prey. Its large mouth allows it to swallow whatever it hungers for in one gulp."

— In-game description

Obsidian Frox

Main article: Obsidian Frox

"A large monster that dwells in the Depths. Has legs even more powerful than those of its green-colored counterpart, and it can leap from afar to capture distant enemies. Its large mouth allows it to swallow whatever it hungers for in one gulp."

— In-game description

Blue-White Frox

Main article: Blue-White Frox

"A large monster that dwells in the Depths. Has ore on its back to lure enemies. Can shake off enemies who climb atop it and then snatch them midair. Its large mouth allows it to swallow whatever it hungers for in one gulp."

— In-game description

Phantom Ganon

Main article: Phantom_Ganon_(Tears_of_the_Kingdom)

"Though it may walk on two legs, this creature is undeniably monstrous in appearance. A sinister aura permeates the air around it. You know little of its attributes or behavior, but its strength and weapon mastery make it a formidable foe. It was first sighted after the Upheaval. Its identity and origins are shrouded in mystery."

— In-game description