In The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab is important for those seeking powerful weaponry. Built from an old lighthouse by Robbie, a Sheikah researcher, the lab specializes in restoring and crafting ancient weapons from Guardian parts. Link can purchase these top-tier weapons from Cherry, Robbie’s robotic assistant by providing the necessary materials.
However, Link must activate the lab’s furnace before acquiring these powerful tools. Fueled by a special blue flame, this furnace requires Link to venture out and retrieve it. The journey to the blue flame is fraught with challenges. The Akkala region is known for its frequent rain and formidable enemies, making the trek back with the flame a test of resourcefulness and combat prowess.
This guide will navigate you through activating the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab, from acquiring the blue flame to unlocking the shop and purchasing its powerful ancient weaponry.
Akkala Ancient Tech Lab Location In Zelda BOTW
The lab is located on the Northeastern corner of the Hyrule map in the Akkala region, North of the East Akkala stable.
Once you cross the Riverside Stable, continue moving northeast to Wetland Stable. When you reach the cliffside, look around for two road signs and take the left path to reach the Akkala Span. Head to the southern side from the main region to get to South Akkala Stable.
Follow the same path, leading you to your final stop, East Akkala Stable, where you will find the lab. Beware of the Decayed Guardian waiting behind the stones to attack you. Once you deal with him, you will notice that the furnace is inactive. This is a problem because you can’t create ancient weapons and thus need to fire up the old furnace. You will need the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab Blue Flame to do that.
Where to find the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab Blue Flame?
You will find a torch near the back wall when you enter the lab. Pick it up and head to the ancient furnace for the blue flame. You can also make your torch before coming to this place from the woods you find on the way. You should remember that it rains a lot in Akkala, so keeping the torch lit will be tricky if you happen to be caught in a downpour. I recommend riding your horse to get to the furnace.
Ride along the hill of Tumelea Heights and then go north just past Bloodleaf Lake, and then hug the shore going South. Cross the bridge to the other side while still going south, turn the corner along the lake shore, and finally go northeast to get to the Wall Ruin. From there, you need to head up to find the blue flame. Use the following map to get directions to the ancient furnace.
Equip the torch and make your way to the furnace to light it up. As said above, the Akkala region faces unexpected rain, so you can light up the lamps with blue flame on your way back. Doing so will help you speed up the flame recovery if the rain blows your torch out.
How To Activate The Lab?
The easiest way to activate the Akkala ancient tech lab in Zelda BOTW is to carry more than one torch or light up all the lamps on your way back so you don’t need to return to the original flame to reignite your torch. If you are well equipped and confident in your combat skills, remove all enemies to clear the path back home. Otherwise, just dash through these enemies until you reach the blue flame location.
Ignite the furnace outside the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab with the blue flame to activate it and unlock a fast travel point right next to its door.
Collecting Ancient Weapon Parts
Before heading inside, go to the backside of the lab, where you will find many ancient weapon parts on dead rotten guardians, like screws, gears, and springs. The reason why you need to collect these parts is because it will help you in crafting ancient pieces of soldier gear and ancient arrows.
Rewards
Once you’ve collected the parts, head inside the lab, and Robbie will reward you with three ancient arrows. You can also avail Cherry’s services who can craft ancient gear in exchange for parts.
How to Craft Ancient Weapons?
To craft the ancient weapons, you need to give ancient materials (gears, shafts, springs, and screws) and rupees to Cherry. Below are some of the ancient weapons you can ask Cherry to craft.
| Weapon | Rupees | Materials Required |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Arrow | 90 | Ancient Screw – 2, Ancient Shaft – 1, Arrow – 1 |
| Ancient Arrow x3 | 250 | Ancient Screw – 6, Ancient Shaft – 3, Arrow – 3 |
| Ancient Arrow x5 | 400 | Ancient Spring – 5, Ancient Shaft – 5, Arrow – 5 |
| Ancient Short Sword | 1,000 | Ancient Spring – 15, Ancient Shaft – 5, Ancient Core – 2 |
| Ancient Shield | 1,000 | Ancient Gears – 10, Ancient Springs – 15, Giant Ancient Core – 1 |
| Ancient Bladesaw | 1,000 | Ancient Gear – 15, Ancient Shaft – 5, Ancient Core – 2 |
| Ancient Spear | 1,000 | Ancient Gear – 5, Ancient Shaft – 5, Arrow – 5 |
| Ancient Bow | 1,000 | Ancient Gear – 10, Ancient Spring – 15, Giant Ancient Core – 1 |
