The Breath of the Wild DLC, The Master Trials, introduces a game-changing item for adventurers: the Travel Medallion. This handy tool allows you to set a custom fast travel point at your current location, offering unparalleled convenience for exploring Hyrule. With the Travel Medallion, you can easily return to your favorite spots or crucial locations without relying solely on shrines or towers. However, you can only have one active Travel Medallion point at a time, making strategic placement key. Let’s dive into how to acquire this invaluable item through the “EX Teleportation Rumors!” side quest.
Embarking on the “EX Teleportation Rumors!” Side Quest
Upon installing The Master Trials DLC and loading up Breath of the Wild, the “EX Teleportation Rumors!” side quest will automatically become available. The quest log description hints at the medallion’s power:
“Rumor has it there’s a tool that allows you to instantly travel to wherever you’ve placed it. Apparently South Akkala Stable has a copy of Super Rumor Mill EX, which details some rumors about this rare item…”
Your first destination is South Akkala Stable, located in the Akkala Highlands.
Step 1: South Akkala Stable – Unraveling the Rumors
To begin your search for the Travel Medallion, head to South Akkala Stable in northeastern Hyrule. The nearest fast travel point is the Ze Kasho Shrine. Once at the stable, venture inside and locate the “Super Rumor Mill EX” book, typically found on a table. Reading this book updates your quest log, providing the next clue:
“You read Super Rumor Mill EX: Volume 2! According to this special issue, there are rumors of an item that lets you instantly travel to a location of your choosing. The treasure chest containing this item is supposedly located in northeast Akkala, hidden beneath a labyrinth. If you believe the rumors, try to find the labyrinth and locate the treasure chest!”
Inside South Akkala Stable, Link discovers the Super Rumor Mill EX book detailing rumors of the Travel Medallion.
This clue points you towards Lomei Labyrinth Island, situated off the northeastern coast of Hyrule.
Step 2: Lomei Labyrinth Island – Navigating the Maze for the Travel Medallion BOTW
The Super Rumor Mill EX mentions a labyrinth in northeast Akkala, referring to Lomei Labyrinth Island. This island is in the far northeast region of Hyrule and is home to the Tu Ka’loh Shrine, your closest warp point if you’ve already unlocked it. If you haven’t yet tackled the labyrinth and shrine, consider consulting guides to navigate the maze effectively.
Tu Ka’loh shrine atop Lomei Labyrinth Island, your gateway to the Travel Medallion quest.
Lomei Labyrinth Island is guarded by numerous Guardians. Before venturing into the labyrinth’s depths, preparation is key. It’s highly recommended to visit the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab, located in the same region, to purchase or upgrade Ancient Armor. This armor set significantly reduces damage from Guardians, making your exploration much safer. Stocking up on Ancient Arrows is also wise, as they are incredibly effective against Guardians, often defeating them with a single shot to the eye.
Once you’re geared up, glide down into the hole directly in front of the Tu Ka’loh Shrine. This updraft will lead you into the chamber where the Travel Medallion awaits.
Link gliding into the hole near Tu Ka'loh shrine, leading to the Travel Medallion chamber.
Upon landing, you’ll immediately notice a treasure chest on a pedestal. This chest contains the Diamond Circlet, another valuable item that reduces Guardian damage. However, opening this chest triggers the awakening of several Guardians in the room.
The Diamond Circlet chest, a tempting reward guarded by ancient foes in the Travel Medallion chamber.
Be prepared for a fight! Equip your Ancient Armor, Guardian weapons, or the Master Sword, along with the Hylian Shield to deflect Guardian lasers. Ancient Arrows will be your best offensive tool in this encounter. Utilize the pillars and deactivated Guardians for cover, but be cautious as some dormant Guardians may activate as you approach.
Link battling Guardians in the Travel Medallion chamber, utilizing cover and Ancient Arrows.
While fighting all Guardians is optional, defeating them and looting the deactivated ones is highly rewarding. This chamber is rich in Ancient materials like Ancient Gears, Springs, Screws, and Shafts, essential for crafting and upgrading Ancient equipment.
A deactivated Guardian offering valuable Ancient materials in the Travel Medallion chamber.
Finally, the treasure chest containing the Travel Medallion (marked with “EX”) is located on the opposite side of the room from the updraft, against the wall. Opening this chest completes the “EX Teleportation Rumors!” side quest and grants you the Travel Medallion.
The EX chest containing the coveted Travel Medallion, reward for braving the Lomei Labyrinth depths.
Link obtaining the Travel Medallion from the EX chest, completing the side quest.
The Travel Medallion in Link's inventory, ready to be used for custom fast travel points.
Placing the Travel Medallion on the ground to create a custom fast travel point in Breath of the Wild.
The Travel Medallion icon on the map, indicating a custom fast travel point is active.
Conclusion: Mastering Fast Travel with the Travel Medallion
The Travel Medallion is an incredibly useful tool in Breath of the Wild, especially for players who frequently explore specific areas or want to optimize farming routes. While obtaining it requires venturing into a Guardian-infested labyrinth, the reward of customizable fast travel is well worth the effort. Happy adventuring, and may the Travel Medallion enhance your Breath of the Wild experience!
