The Yiga Clan Schematic
The Yiga Clan Schematic
Side Quest| Type | Side Quest |
| Region | The Depths |
| Difficulty | Hard |
| Quest Giver | Researcher at Lookout Landing |
| Est. Time | 45-90 min |
| Reward | Crystallized Charges x20, Autobuild advanced schematics, Yiga Mask |
Quest Overview
The Yiga Clan has been stealing Zonai construction blueprints and hiding them in their Depths hideouts. Raid three Yiga outposts in the Depths to recover the schematics and return them to Josha at Lookout Landing for analysis.
Challenging
Side Quest
— Bring extra meals and keep your wits about you.
Rewards
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1
Receive the Mission from Josha at Lookout Landing
Josha in the underground research lab at Lookout Landing has intercepted a Yiga Clan dispatch confirming the theft of three Zonai vehicle construction schematics. The Yiga are reverse-engineering the blueprints at hidden Depths outposts. She marks the approximate locations on the Purah Pad: one beneath Eldin, one beneath Faron, and one beneath Lanayru. Bring back all three schematics.
2
Raid the Eldin Depths Outpost
Descend into the Depths through the Eldin Canyon chasm. Navigate southwest to the marked Yiga outpost — a rough cave fortress with torchlight visible from a distance. Approach cautiously; Yiga sentries patrol the perimeter. You can use stealth (crouch and move silently) to infiltrate, or charge in directly. The Blademaster inside holds the first schematic in a locked chest — defeat him to obtain the key and the blueprint.
3
Raid the Faron and Lanayru Outposts
Travel to the Faron Depths outpost (beneath Lake Floria area) and the Lanayru Depths outpost (beneath Zora's Domain). Each is defended by Yiga Footsoldiers and one Blademaster. The Faron outpost sits on a raised platform above an underground lake — swim around to the back entrance to avoid the front ambush. The Lanayru outpost is the most fortified, with four guards and a trapped entrance — use Recall on the rolling boulder trap to send it back and clear the path.
4
Deliver Schematics to Josha and Claim Rewards
Return all three recovered schematics to Josha at Lookout Landing. She analyzes each blueprint overnight and produces advanced Autobuild schematics for high-efficiency Zonai vehicles based on the recovered designs. Josha also found a Yiga Mask among the documents — a wearable item that lets Link walk through Yiga Clan encampments without being attacked (as long as you do not interact suspiciously). Crystallized Charges are provided as field equipment.
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.
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Consider equipping the Fierce Deity Set or Barbarian Armor for maximum attack power before the hardest encounters.
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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
Notes make the best adventurers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I start the "The Yiga Clan Schematic" quest?
The "The Yiga Clan Schematic" quest begins in The Depths. Speak with Researcher at Lookout Landing to receive this quest.
What rewards do you get for completing "The Yiga Clan Schematic"?
Completing "The Yiga Clan Schematic" rewards you with: Crystallized Charges x20, Autobuild advanced schematics, Yiga Mask.
How hard is the "The Yiga Clan Schematic" quest?
"The Yiga Clan Schematic" 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 "The Yiga Clan Schematic" take to complete?
"The Yiga Clan Schematic" typically takes 45-90 min to complete, depending on your exploration style and preparation.
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