The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom - 10 Best Echoes For Traversal
As the first mainline game to feature Princess Zelda as the main character, has made waves. The usual weapons are out of commission since players are playing as Princess Zelda and not Link this time. Instead of the sword that Link wields, Princess Zelda is given the Tri-Rod.
The Tri-Rod is a magical rod that Princess Zelda can use to create Echoes or duplicates of items scanned by the Tri-Rod. These Echoes help Princess Zelda navigate Hyrule and fight enemies. Instead of fighting with a sword, Princess Zelda can summon an Echo of a previous enemy to fight on her behalf. Another type of Echo allows Princess Zelda to traverse through Hyrule, whether by horse, sky or by climbing to new heights. Here are the 10 best Echoes for traversal in
The Ice Block Echo is a good traversal Echo in , allowing Princess Zelda to form ice blocks and create a bridge across open water. Princess Zelda can also use the ice blocks to travel downstream simply by standing on one and letting it float. Another way to use the ice block to travel is by pushing one down a slope and hopping on top to glide downhill easily. However, these blocks are made of ice, so they don’t do well around heat. Expect them to melt when exposed to warmer temperatures.
One Triangle will reduce some Echoes that cost 3+ Triangles upon reaching level 8 or higher.
The Ice Block can be stacked repeatedly. Stand on top of one, aim below, and keep stacking to have Princess Zelda rise to the top. This is especially useful for the more powerful Princess Zelda’s Tri-Rod, as you can stack several to make a tall icy tower.
Echo
Type
Location
Ability
Triangle Cost
Ice Block Echo
Object
Hebra Mountain
Summons an Ice Block
1
The Ice Block Echo is found in the Hebra Mountain Cave, near Condé’s igloo. Snow blocks the cave's entrance, but Condé can remove it. Once the snow is removed, the Ice Block Echo is revealed inside.
Lava is hot, and stepping in lava will quickly deplete Princess Zelda’s health. To avoid that, Princess