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If you visit the Gerudo Desert before Jabul Waters inZelda: Echoes of Wisdom, you’ll likely run into patches of the desert that are obscured by sandstorms. The cause of these are minibosses called Lanmolas, a centipede monster that hides in the sand to ambush its prey. If you manage to defeat two of them, you can start the “Wild Sandstorms” side quest. These monsters aren’t as fearsome asEchoes of Wisdom’s rift bosses, but they can be frustrating to deal with if you don’t know how to beat them.
Wild Sandstorms Walkthrough
Lanmola Location in Echoes of Wisdom
To unlock “Wild Sandstorms,” you need to complete “A Rift in the Gerudo Desert” story quest and defeat thetwo Lanmolasin the Gerudo Desert. Once you’ve defeatedboth the red and green Lanmolas, warp to Gerudo Town. Enter through the left door next to the palace, and speak to the Gerudo soldier with the side quest marker over her head. You’ll learn about athird Lanmola, which you’ll need to defeat as well.
If you’re not seeing the side quest marker, then that means you haven’t defeated the red and green Lanmolas.
You can tell if you’re near a Lanmola’s nest by thesandstormthat obscures the minimap (bottom-right corner). Lanmolas can be identified by a small, pulsing hill of sand. When you approach them, the surrounding area will turn into quicksand and it’ll fight you.
How to Defeat Lanmola in Echoes of Wisdom
Recommended Echoes & Accessories
Since the Lanmola will turn the surrounding area into quicksand, it’s recommended you buy theGerudo Sandals. These are sold for 400 Rupees at the store in Gerudo Town. Wearing these will prevent Zelda from sinking in quicksand, but unfortunately, this effect does not extend to your summoned Echo. Thus, you’re better offusing Echoes that can fly, such as Crows or Peahats. If you’re completing this side quest later in the game, then you may have Wizzrobe, another recommended Echo. If you have Level 3 Echoes,such as the Level 3 Darknut, then you can use them to attack, but just re-summon them when they sink.
The Lanmola has two methods of attacking:
You won’t be able to damage the Lanmola unless youflip it on its back. To do this, use Tri’s Bind ability tograb its tail, then pull it out of the ground. This will leave it vulnerable for a short period of time, giving you an opportunity to attack it in Swordfigher Mode or with an Echo. Repeat this strategy, avoid the boulders it chucks at you, and be sure Zelda doesn’t sink into the sand.
Lanmolas are usually accompanied by Sand Piranhas and Arurodas.They serve as peststhat attack both you and your Echoes, and can interrupt Tri’s Bind if they hit Zelda. Your best bet is to get rid of them first if you’re struggling to pull the Lanmola out.
Defeating the red and green Lanmolas will reward you with Rupees and Monster Stones. If you defeat the purple/final Lanmola, you’ll get Rupees and apiece of heart. With all three Lanmolas defeated, it’s time to return to Gerudo Town and report your success.
Wild Sandstorm Reward
How to Use the Gold Sash
You’ll find one of the Gerudo Warriors worn out from her training. Speak to her so they can confirm the disappearance of the sandstorms. Facette will then arrive and give Zelda theGold Sash Accessoryas a reward. When equipped, Zelda won’t be pushed around by gusts of wind from Wind Cannons or Gustmasters. Its effect makes it more situational than something like the First Mastery scroll. However, if you’re in areas with strong winds, it’ll come in handy. If you don’t care about the Accessory, then you should at leastdefeat all the Lanmolas for the heart piece.
