The Search for Kilton
The Search for Kilton
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | Multiple Regions |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Quest Giver | Various NPCs |
| Est. Time | 25-45 min |
| Reward | Access to Kilton's Monster Shop and rare monster gear |
Quest Overview
Kilton, the eccentric monster-parts merchant known from Breath of the Wild, has returned to Hyrule and is hiding at a new secret location near Tarrey Town. Speak with his assistant Koltin to get vague clues about Kilton's whereabouts, then investigate monster dens and remote caves to track him down. Finding Kilton unlocks his upgraded Monster Shop and grants access to rare monster-themed gear and masks that cannot be purchased anywhere else in Hyrule.
Type
Side Quest
Quest Giver
Various NPCs
Location
Multiple Regions
Est. Time
25-45 min
Moderate
Side Quest
— Nothing a prepared adventurer can't handle.
Rewards
Access to Kilton's Monster Shop and rare monster gear
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1
Speak with Koltin at Tarrey Town
Koltin, an eccentric Korok-obsessed traveler, can be found near Tarrey Town or the Woodland area. He explains that his brother Kilton has gone into hiding after the monster trade industry attracted dangerous attention. Koltin gives cryptic hints about Kilton's new location: 'underground, where the big monsters sleep, near a place with no stars.'
2
Search Monster Caves in the Depths
The hints point to the Depths — specifically the large monster settlements beneath monster dens on the surface. Descend through chasms in the Woodland area and navigate toward the monster encampments lit by rare surface light. Kilton has set up his shop inside a large Depths cave disguised as a Bokoblin trading post.
3
Find Kilton and Unlock the Shop
Kilton is in the cave, dressed in a monster costume for camouflage. Approach carefully — if you have any monster masks equipped, he recognizes you faster. He reactivates his Monster Shop once you prove you're a genuine monster-fighting adventurer. His inventory includes exclusive monster-themed gear: Dark Link armor pieces, Bokoblin masks, Lizalfos Masks, and rare monster-part fusions.
Pro Tips
1
Side quests often unlock unique rewards not available elsewhere. Always check the reward before skipping one.
2
Pin the quest on your map to track the objective marker while exploring.
3
Use your Purah Pad Sensor+ to track quest-related items and materials as you explore.
Pinned Note
Maren will keep this safe for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the "The Search for Kilton" quest?
The "The Search for Kilton" quest begins in Multiple Regions. Speak with Various NPCs to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "The Search for Kilton"?
Completing "The Search for Kilton" rewards you with: Access to Kilton's Monster Shop and rare monster gear.
How hard is the "The Search for Kilton" quest?
"The Search for Kilton" has a difficulty rating of Medium (2/3). You should bring adequate supplies and mid-tier gear.
How long does "The Search for Kilton" take to complete?
"The Search for Kilton" typically takes 25-45 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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