The Battle Talus towers over Hyrule’s fields like a walking fortress of stone, but with the right tactics, its weak points can crumble fast. Here’s how to turn this rocky brute’s raw power against itself and claim victory.
The Battle Talus is one such baddie – home to three Bokoblins, this Stone Talus variant comes with more offensive capabilities than its cousin, but it doesn’t hit quite as hard and it has less health, too. This is all great news if it’s your first Talus battle, but that’s not to say it’s an easy fight by any means.
It’s pretty easy to spot, thanks to its hulking great form, but if you’re not ready for a four-on-one battle, you’ll quickly find yourself smushed into the pavement.
Where to find the Battle Talus in Tears of the Kingdom
Battle Talus roam Hyrule Field near Whistling Hill at coordinates -0119, -0800, 0034, and Regencia River at -1353, -0792, 0009. Additional spawns appear at Washa’s Bluff in Hyrule Ridge (-2514, -0113, 0125), Kolami Bridge in Tabantha Frontier (-3111, 1295, 0154), and Hyrule Castle Moat (-0776, 0794, 0046). Check surface and Depths versions around lightroots like North of Netinet (-0099, -0794, -0487) for more encounters.
The first Battle Talus you will likely come across is to the east of the Lookout Landing beneath Hyrule Castle, on your way to visit Tukarok Shrine. You can spot it just at the end of the Orsedd Bridge.
If you’re approaching this enemy, make sure to make a beeline for the blue cover just south of the road. This boss hits hard, and indestructible cover will be your best friend.
How to defeat the Battle Talus in Tears of the Kingdom
Target the ore deposit on the Battle Talus’s back after clearing Bokoblins from its platforms with arrows. Shoot the deposit or Rewind its thrown rocks to stun it, then use Ascend from underneath a platform to reach the top and attack with a blunt weapon like a rock hammer. Jump off before it shakes to avoid damage, and repeat until it bursts. Fuse its heart to a weapon for extra power afterward.
First things first, make sure you’re packing a bow and good few arrows. And equip your Ascend ability.
You’ll want to duck behind cover and take out the three Bokoblins riding the Talus (one on each shoulder, plus the head). This isn’t essential, but it will make your life easier.
Once that’s done, look for the big black rock on its left shoulder (the right side if it’s coming at you). You can target this with ZL if you need to, to make things a little easier.
This next bit is tough, as it requires careful timing. Once you hit the black rock, the Battle Talus will be briefly stunned and take a knee. You need to sprint under it and use the Ascend ability to “swim” through your enemy. It’s a little weird, if you think too hard about it, but it works.
Once you emerge at the top, jump out and whale on the black rock with your strongest weapon. If you’ve defeated the Flux Construct I and have a 20-ish-power weapon, now is the time to use it.
If you don’t deal enough damage, the Talus will throw you off. You’ll probably take some damage in the process, but simply hit the black rock again and repeat the process of ascending and smacking the black rock.
Be careful though – without the cover of the blue tarp, you’re open to its attacks. Not only does it lob rocks at you, but it packs quite the punch.
How to use the Stone Talus Heart
After defeating the Battle Talus, you can collect its dropped Stone Talus Heart and attach it to a weapon using Fuse. This heart adds significant attack power, making even basic weapons much stronger. You can fuse it with one-handed, two-handed, or spear-type weapons depending on your fighting style. Since the fused weapon becomes heavier, it works best for powerful strikes rather than quick combos. If you don’t fuse the heart right away, it will disappear once you leave the area, so make sure to use it immediately.
Along with a whole bunch of precious stones (amber, ruby, and opal), the Battle Talus (and standard Stone Talus) drops a Stone Talus heart. Like the Flux Construct I core, you can’t pick this up – but what you can do is Fuse it to a weapon to grant a massive damage spike.
Simply put, equip a weapon that hasn’t been Fused yet (we used a strong Zonaite sword), then use the Fuse ability and create a Stone Talus Hammer. The attack power on our weapon jumped from 7 to 20, meaning this almost tripled its attack power with 13 attack.
Best weapons and fusions to defeat a Battle Talus fast
Blunt weapons fused with rocks or Talus Hearts excel for rapidly defeating Battle Talus, as they shatter its ore weak spot during stun phases.
Top Weapons
Equip hammers, sledges, or crushers like the Boulder Breaker for maximum damage against rocky deposits. Any unfused weapon gains huge power when combined with a Stone Talus Heart (+21 attack) or a boulder for quick combos atop the stunned Talus.
Best Fusions
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Rock/Boulder: Fuse to any two-handed sword for 1.5x bonus damage on Talus weak points.
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Talus Heart: Attach to a strong base like a Zonaite sword for devastating blunt force.
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Moblin/Hinox Horns: Black or red variants enhance smash power effectively.
Arrow Fusions for Setup
Use Bomb Flowers or Fire Fruit on arrows to clear Bokoblins fast and create updrafts for quick Ascend access. Puffshrooms or Muddle Buds add stealth for safe climbs.
Which fused hammer combos deal the most damage per hit
Fused hammers with high-attack materials like Silver Lynel Mace Horns or Stone Talus Hearts deliver the highest damage per hit against Battle Talus weak spots in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. These combos leverage blunt force multipliers on ore deposits during stun phases for maximum shatter effect.
Top Damage Combos
Use base hammers like Royal Claymore or Light Dragon Hammer (high durability) fused with these for 50+ attack power per swing:
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Silver Lynel Mace Horn (+51 fuse attack): Peaks at 60-70 damage per charged hit on rocks.
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Stone Talus Heart (+21 fuse, huge blunt bonus): Around 55-65 damage, ideal for Talus fights.
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White-Maned Lynel Mace Horn (+40 fuse): 50-60 damage, great mid-game option.
Comparison Table
| Fusion Material | Fuse Attack Power | Est. Damage/Hit on Ore | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Lynel Mace Horn | 60-70 | Highest raw power | |
| Stone Talus Heart | 21 (+blunt bonus) | 55-65 | Talus-specific multiplier |
| White-Maned Lynel Horn | 50-60 | Balanced durability | |
| Black Moblin Horn | 20-25 | 45-55 | Easy to farm |
Usage Tips
Charge swings atop the stunned Talus for 1.5x multiplier; fuse to two-handers for spin attacks. Prioritize Lynel drops from late-game areas for fastest clears.
