Decayed Guardian
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Decayed Guardian
Decayed Guardian
Other Enemy| Category | Other |
| HP | 1 |
| Danger Level | 1/5 — Low |
| Weakness | Already destroyed — no combat required |
| Locations | Hyrule Field ruins, Fort Hateno, Various battlefield sites |
| Drops | Ancient Screw, Ancient Spring, Ancient Gear |
Maren's Tip
Every enemy type has a weakness. Fire enemies melt with ice, ice enemies with fire. Gibdos are vulnerable to fire and lightning — stock those arrows!
Description
Remnants of the Sheikah Guardian Stalkers that terrorized Hyrule in the Calamity era. In TotK, they are permanently deactivated husks scattered across former battlefields. While they pose zero combat threat, their ancient material drops (Ancient Screws, Springs, Gears) are useful Fuse materials and serve as environmental storytelling — marking the sites of BotW's greatest battles.
Weakness
Already destroyed — no combat required
How to Beat Decayed Guardian
The remains of BotW-era Guardians, now fully deactivated in TotK. Simply approach and search the wreckage for ancient materials. Occasionally they contain Small Keys or hidden Korok puzzles nearby. No combat required — these are environmental lore objects that yield crafting materials.
Item Drops
| Item |
|---|
| Ancient Screw |
| Ancient Spring |
| Ancient Gear |
Where to Find
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