Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay
Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | The Depths |
| Difficulty | Hard |
| Quest Giver | Researcher at Lookout Landing |
| Est. Time | 45-90 min |
| Reward | Large Zonai Charges, Zonai Device capsules |
Quest Overview
An ancient Zonai relay station buried in the Faron Depths appears to still be partially functional. A scholar studying Zonai communication technology asks Link to reach the relay, repair its three power conduits using Zonai Charges, and activate the main terminal. The relay, once active, broadcasts a looping Zonai signal that provides new insight into how the Zonai coordinated across vast distances — and rewards Link with a cache of ancient Zonai Devices.
Challenging
Side Quest
— Bring extra meals and keep your wits about you.
Rewards
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1
Locate the Relay Station
Descend into the Faron Depths via the Faron Forest chasm and navigate west. The relay station is a circular Zonai structure with three antenna towers arranged in a triangle. It is partially illuminated by a single functional Lightroot nearby. The outer wall is intact but the three power conduits — glowing orange pathways on the ground — are severed and need re-energizing.
2
Repair the Three Power Conduits
Each conduit has a break point where the energy flow stopped. Insert a Zonai Charge into the conduit socket at each break to restore the flow. The conduits glow bright orange-white when restored. After all three are repaired, energy flows from the perimeter towers to the central terminal.
3
Activate the Main Terminal
The central terminal is a tall cylindrical Zonai console. Interact with it — it requires one Large Zonai Charge to complete the power-up sequence. Once activated, the relay station lights up fully, antennas extend skyward, and a looping audio broadcast in ancient Zonai begins playing. The scholar on the surface can now receive the signal through his receiver device.
4
Collect the Cache and Report
Behind the main terminal, a Zonai chest unlocks automatically when the relay activates. Inside are Large Zonai Charges and Zonai Device capsules. Return to the scholar at the surface relay point and report the activation. He rewards Link with additional Zonai Charges and a deciphered translation of the relay broadcast content.
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
Cook Hearty meals to gain temporary bonus hearts. Hearty Durians are the most efficient.
4
Consider equipping the Fierce Deity Set or Barbarian Armor for maximum attack power before the hardest encounters.
5
Throw Brightbloom Seeds ahead of you to light the path. Attach them to arrows for long-range illumination.
6
Use your Purah Pad Sensor+ to track quest-related items and materials as you explore.
Pinned Note
Your notes, your adventure.
Nearby Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the "Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay" quest?
The "Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay" quest begins in The Depths. Speak with Researcher at Lookout Landing to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay"?
Completing "Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay" rewards you with: Large Zonai Charges, Zonai Device capsules.
How hard is the "Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay" quest?
"Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay" has a difficulty rating of Hard (3/3). This is one of the tougher quests — prepare with strong weapons, cooked meals, and upgraded armor.
How long does "Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay" take to complete?
"Depths Quest: The Lost Zonai Relay" typically takes 45-90 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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