How to Make Energy Wells in Tears of the Kingdom
In “Tears of the Kingdom,” the highly anticipated sequel to “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild,” players are tasked with exploring the vast and diverse land of Hyrule. One of the key elements of the game is the ability to create energy wells, which are essential for various in-game activities. In this article, we will guide you through the process of making energy wells in “Tears of the Kingdom.”
1. Collecting Materials
To make an energy well, you will need to gather several materials. These include:
– Energy Crystals: These can be found scattered throughout the game’s world. They can be collected by destroying structures or by defeating enemies that drop them.
– Hardwood: Obtainable by chopping down trees, hardwood is used to create the frame of the energy well.
– Copper: Found in various locations, copper is needed to connect the energy well to the power grid.
– Red Resin: Used to seal the energy well, red resin can be crafted using red wood and fire.
2. Crafting the Frame
Once you have gathered the necessary materials, it’s time to craft the frame of the energy well. Follow these steps:
– Open your inventory by pressing the Y button on the Nintendo Switch or the X button on the PlayStation.
– Navigate to the “Crafting” section and select “Crafting Table.”
– Select “Hardwood” from the available materials and craft it into “Hardwood Planks.”
– Select “Hardwood Planks” and craft them into “Hardwood Frame.”
– Place the “Hardwood Frame” in your inventory.
3. Building the Energy Well
Now that you have the frame, it’s time to build the energy well. Here’s how:
– Find a suitable location for the energy well. It should be a flat, open area with easy access to the power grid.
– Open your inventory and select the “Hardwood Frame.”
– Place the frame on the ground using the action button.
– Use the action button to attach the frame to the ground, ensuring it is stable.
– Select the “Energy Well” from the available structures in your inventory.
– Place the energy well on top of the frame.
4. Connecting to the Power Grid
To activate the energy well, you need to connect it to the power grid. Follow these steps:
– Open your inventory and select the “Copper.”
– Use the action button to attach the copper to the energy well.
– Walk to the nearest power source, such as a windmill or a generator.
– Connect the copper to the power source using the action button.
5. Sealing the Energy Well
The final step is to seal the energy well using red resin. Here’s how:
– Open your inventory and select the “Red Resin.”
– Use the action button to apply the red resin to the energy well, sealing it.
– The energy well will now be active and will generate energy for your use.
By following these steps, you will be able to make energy wells in “Tears of the Kingdom.” These wells are essential for powering various structures and devices throughout the game, so be sure to build them strategically to ensure a smooth gameplay experience. Happy exploring!