The Ultimate Guide to Obtaining the Enchanted Ruby Circlet in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

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Ruby Circlet Location (After Lightning Temple)

How to Upgrade the Ruby Circlet

Best Armor Combinations for Ruby Circlet

In Tears of the Kingdom, armor plays a crucial role in boosting Link's defense. As the campaign progresses, players have the opportunity to unlock powerful enhancements. While there are several armor pieces with bonus effects that are worth upgrading, not all of Link's wearable items belong to an Armor Set.

The Ruby Circlet, classified as a "head accessory," offers protection against the cold. Due to its higher cost, it may be more prudent to acquire it during the midpoint of the campaign rather than at the beginning, particularly for players new to Tears of the Kingdom.

Ruby Circlet Location (Before Lightning Temple)

The Ruby Circlet is available for purchase at the jewelry store called Starlit Memories in Gerudo Town (-3875, -2864, 0043). However, the specific location of the store may vary depending on the player's progress in the "Riju of Gerudo Town" main quest. For players visiting Gerudo Town for the first time, the Starlit Memories store can be found in the Gerudo Town Shelter. To access the shelter, players should enter the waterway of Gerudo Town.

After entering through the north gate, proceed to the left towards coordinates -3792, 2903, 0043. Jump down to access the waterway from this point. Pay no attention to the breakable wall on the left for the time being.

Continue straight ahead until Link spots a letter in a bottle drifting downstream.

Follow the floating letters that guide Link towards a ceiling opening. Utilize the Ascend Ability to gain entry into the Gerudo Town shelter.

In close proximity, there is a Gerudo merchant positioned beside three accessories: Amber Earrings, Sapphire Circlet, and a Ruby Circlet. The Ruby Circlet is available for purchase at a price of 1300 Rupees. Interacting with the merchant or attempting to acquire any of the accessories will activate the "The Missing Owner" side quest. However, it is advisable to tackle this quest after completing the Lightning Temple for a smoother experience.

Ruby Circlet Location (After Lightning Temple)

After completing the "Riju of Gerudo Town" main quest, Gerudo Town will be restored and all the shops, including Starlit Memories, will be relocated to their original positions. To find the store, head to the right from the north gate of Gerudo Town (-3792, 2903, 0043).

Now that the desert storm in the Gerudo Region has subsided, three additional accessories are available for purchase. The Ruby Circlet can still be bought here for 1300 Rupees, the same price it was listed for in the shelter.

How to Upgrade the Ruby Circlet

To enhance the Ruby Circlet, seek assistance from one of the four Great Fairies found within Tears of the Kingdom. To initiate the progression towards unlocking armor upgrades, complete the "Serenade to a Great Fairy" side quest. Start by engaging in conversation with Traysi at the Lucky Clover Gazette, located near the bridge leading to Rito Village. Then, make your way to Woodland Stable and consult Penn and Mastro to commence the "Serenade to a Great Fairy" quest.

While not part of an armor set, the Ruby Circlet grants Link a single level of Cold Resistance, making it a suitable choice for colder regions. The upgrade of the Ruby Circlet necessitates the gathering of specific materials, including:

Ruby Ore can be acquired by mining Rare Ore Deposits; Flint can be acquired from any type of Ore Deposit. The material that players may encounter difficulties in obtaining are the Star Fragments. These ethereal comets occasionally descend upon The Surface during the nighttime. However, if players are diving from either Skyview Towers or Sky Islands, there is a possibility that a Star Fragment will swiftly pass by Link mid-dive. If players act swiftly, Link can seize these falling fragments while plummeting. Accelerate Link's descent by holding down the R-button to initiate the Dive.

Star Fragment is a scarce resource that serves as an essential element for enhancing various jewelry accessories, including the esteemed Diamond Circlet, and popular cameo armor sets like the Hero of Twilight Armor Set. Therefore, it is advisable for players to prioritize upgrading their other armor pieces before considering elevating the Ruby Circlet to level 3-4.

Best Armor Combinations for Ruby Circlet

Prior to any upgrades, the defense stat of the Ruby Circlet is 3. Consequently, it might appear comparatively "weaker" compared to Link's other cold-resistant armor pieces if players have already begun improving them. Functionally, the circlet operates similarly to the Snowquill Headdress. However, the key distinction lies in the fact that when the Ruby Circlet is paired with either the Snowquill Trousers or the Snowquill Tunic, it does not activate a Set Bonus.

If players prefer wearing their stronger armor for added comfort but require cold resistance, they can consider pairing the circlet with the Trousers of the Wild and Champion's Leathers. Alternatively, they can opt for the Ruby Circlet, a chosen tunic, and the Snow Boots. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom can be played on the Nintendo Switch.