Thyphlo Ruins

The Thyphlo Ruins is a location in.

Features and Overview
Located north of Great Hyrule Forest, the Thyphlo Ruins are surrounded by a murky lake and are shrouded in darkness, making navigation impossible without a light source. The Ruins can be entered from any side, though doing so will place Link at the entrance regardless. The entrance is located on the eastern side, connected by a bridge near a bird totem.

Upon entering, a voice speaks to Link and informs him of an Ancient Shrine deep within the ruins. However, he must navigate the darkness within in order to reach it. This begins the "Shrouded Shrine" Shrine Quest. Near the entrace is a Torch that can be used if Link does not carry one one.

As Link makes his way through the darkness, he will find many Torches that can be lighted. These Torches serve as hints to find the way to the Shrine. While exploring, Link might be attacked by Stalkoblins and swarms of Keese regardless of the time of day. Maraudo Wolves can also be found lurking in the darkness. Many items can be found throughout the Thyphlo Ruins, such as Torches, Fire Rods, Luminous Stones, and Silent Shrooms. Several Treasure Chests can be found on the area, containing various ores and a Star Fragment.

Once Link reaches a pedestal near a set of unlit Torches, he will spot a glowing sphere tethered to the necklace of a Blue Hinox. Link can defeat the Hinox in order to obtain the sphere. Alternatively, he can steal the sphere from the Hinox's necklace, avoiding the fight. Placing the sphere on the pedestal will reveal the Ketoh Wawai Shrine and complete the Shrine Quest.

Nomenclature

 * The Japanese name for the ruins appears to be an anagram of, which is a transliteration of the word "blind." Similarly, the Lomei labyrinths are an anagram of the word , meaning "maze." And the Zonai tribe associated with these ruins derives their name from , meaning "mystery."