Tears of the Kingdom Guide
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Dragon’s Tears & Mural Collection Guide
🐉 Dragon’s Tears System Overview
“Dragon’s Tears” is a main side quest in Tears of the Kingdom that continues the memory system from Breath of the Wild. Giant Geoglyphs appear across the land of Hyrule, each hiding a “Dragon’s Tear.” Touching it allows you to watch a memory of Zelda, gradually revealing the truth about the Imprisoning War from ten thousand years ago.
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Number of Geoglyphs | 11 |
| Number of Dragon’s Tears | 12 (including the hidden 12th tear) |
| Total Memories | 18 (12 from Dragon’s Tears, 5 from the main quest, 1 from the prologue) |
| Core Reward | Reveals the location of the Master Sword |
| Starting Quest | Hateno Village “Impa and the Geoglyphs” → “Dragon’s Tears” |
::: warning Spoiler Warning The memories from the Dragon’s Tears reveal the full story in sequence. Watching them out of order may spoil later plot points. It’s recommended to follow the suggested order below, or at least watch the first few before exploring freely. :::
🧭 How to Start
- Go to New Serenne Stable (Hyrule Ridge) and find the Sheikah elder Impa;
- Help her repair the hot air balloon and ascend to observe the geoglyphs;
- Use the Purah Pad scope to find the “filled-in” section within the geoglyph—that’s the Dragon’s Tear;
- Land and touch the teardrop to watch the memory;
- Afterward, Impa will direct you to the Spring of Memories to unlock all geoglyph markers;
- After touching all Dragon’s Tears, the 12th hidden tear will appear on Lurelin Island.
::: tip Tip for Identifying Dragon’s Tears The geoglyphs are made of hollow lines, except for the small section where the Dragon’s Tear is located, which is solid. Scan from a high vantage point with your scope; the section that is noticeably darker/solid is your target. :::
🗺️ 11 Geoglyphs & Dragon’s Tear Locations
The table below is arranged in the recommended story order. Coordinates are in the game map’s X, Y, Z format.
| Order | Geoglyph Pattern | Region | Nearest Warp Point | Dragon’s Tear Coordinates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zonai Figure | North Hyrule Field | Sinakawak Shrine / New Serenne Stable | -1414, 0960, 0124 |
| 2 | Fortress | Tabantha Frontier (East of Rito Village) | Oromouwak Shrine | -2554, 1886, 0319 |
| 3 | Purah Pad | North of Zelo Pond | Eldin Canyon Tower | 1828, 0740, 0090 |
| 4 | Dragon | East of Lake Batrea | Tajikats Shrine | 0695, -1306, 0053 |
| 5 | Warrior | South of Satori Mountain (Gerudo Highlands) | Gerudo Highlands Tower | -3180, 1699, 0419 |
| 6 | Lady | Irime Plateau (Southwest Hyrule Ridge) | Turakawak Shrine | -3099, -0077, 0211 |
| 7 | Scimitar | Gogobi Shores (East of Lurelin Village) | Bamitok Shrine | 3325, -3563, 0005 |
| 8 | Headdress | Northernmost point of North Tabantha Snowfield | Oshozan-u Shrine | -1860, 3622, 0237 |
| 9 | Secret Stone | Talus Plateau (Near Lanayru Sea) | Yomizuk Shrine | 4465, -0305, 0075 |
| 10 | Memorial Stone | East base of Mount Falor (North of Faron Grasslands) | Tadarok Shrine | -0651, -2681, 0068 |
| 11 | Sword | East of Thyphlo Ruins (Western Eldin Mountains) | Near Sikukaw Shrine | 0891, 2951, 0362 |
| 12 | Hidden Pattern | Lurelin Island (Akkala) | Ritazum Shrine | 4534, 2144, 0000 |
::: tip When You Can’t Find the Location Launch from the nearest Skyview Tower, glide directly above the geoglyph, then use a bow or dive to land. Geoglyphs are usually massive and easily spotted from the air. :::
🎬 Memory Themes (Spoiler Warning)
| Order | Memory Theme |
|---|---|
| 1 | Where Am I? |
| 2 | A Strange World |
| 3 | Story Fragment (Purah Pad) |
| 4 | The Gerudo Attack |
| 5 | Proof of Allegiance |
| 6 | Zelda and Sonia |
| 7 | Sonia’s Betrayal |
| 8 | The Birth of the Demon King |
| 9 | Story Fragment (Secret Stone) |
| 10 | Story Fragment (Memorial Stone) |
| 11 | Story Fragment (Sword) |
| 12 | The Hidden Truth |
Memories 6, 7, and 8 are key to understanding the Demon King Ganondorf’s motives, while memories 11 and 12 reveal the location of the Master Sword.
⚔️ Significance of Collecting Dragon’s Tears
- Completes the Main Story: Without the Dragon’s Tears, many plot points and character relationships will be missing;
- Points to the Master Sword: Collecting them all clearly marks the Master Sword’s location, a crucial step to obtaining the weapon;
- Affects the Ending: Related to the conditions for the true ending;
- Shrines & Koroks: Each geoglyph usually has Koroks nearby, allowing for efficient collection.
💡 Efficient Collection Tips
- Complete the Spring of Memories First: After finishing Impa’s questline, all geoglyphs will be marked on the map;
- Watch in Order: Avoids spoilers and helps connect the story;
- Use Skyview Towers: Each tower launches you high into the air, the fastest way to travel;
- Prepare Fire/Cold Resistance Gear: Some geoglyphs are in snowfields or near volcanic edges;
- Search by Day, Travel by Night: Geoglyphs are easier to spot in daylight;
- Get the Hidden Tear Last: The 12th tear only appears on Lurelin Island after the other 11 are collected.
⚠️ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why doesn’t anything happen when I touch the geoglyph? A: You’re touching the lines, not the solid section. The Dragon’s Tear is the only filled-in part.
Q: Can I skip some geoglyphs? A: Yes, but it will disrupt the story order and you might miss the Master Sword hint.
Q: Do Dragon’s Tears conflict with the “Master Sword” quest? A: No, finding Dragon’s Tears is itself one of the prerequisite clues to obtaining the Master Sword.
Related Pages: Main Quest | Sky & Depths | Boss Guides | Collectibles Guide