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There are more incentives than ever to slay enemies in Tears of the Kingdom, as they drop precious loot that can upgrade outfits or fuse with weapons. Lizalfos make a return, and they drop plenty of useful items, including Fire Breath Lizalfos Tails.

This guide will help you farm Fire Breath Lizalfos Tails in Tears of the Kingdom.

A camp of Fire Breath Lizalfos in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Screenshot by Destructoid.

Where to find Fire Breath Lizalfos in Tears of the Kingdom

The quickest way to get lots of Fire Breath Lizalfos Tails is to defeat Fire Breath Lizalfos. These critters are red, and they look like bipedal lizards. Mimicking chameleons, they sometimes change color to blend in with their environment. They can emit a flaming stream when attacking, so you’ll want to to keep your distance. The monsters also specialize in close-range combat.

Camouflaged Fire Breath Lizalfos in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Screenshot by Destructoid.

When you spot a Fire Breath Lizalfos, take a picture of it. Next, turn on the Purah Pad’s sensor, and adjust it to track your desired monster. From this point onward, whenever you’re close to a Fire Breath Lizalfos, it’ll beep to let you know that there’s one nearby.

To defeat a Fire Breath Lizalfos, strike with an ice-based attack. To do this, fuse a White Chuchu Jelly with an arrow or use a weapon fused with Sapphire. When the creature is slain, its loot may consist of Lizalfos Talons, Fire Breath Lizalfos Horns, and Fire Breath Lizalfos Tails.

Link holding Fire Breath Lizalfos Tails in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Screenshot by Destructoid.

Fire Breath Lizalfos Tails locations in Tears of the Kingdom

You’ll find Fire Breath Lizalfos in hot areas, including Eldin Canyon and Gerudo Canyon. If you’re venturing around Eldin Canyon, try these spots:

Map pinpointing Eldin's Flank in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Screenshot by Destructoid.
  • You should find two Fire-Breath Lizalfos just north of Gut Check Rock at these coordinates: 2656, 3699, 0266.
  • Two more Fire-Breath Lizalfos stand at Eldin’s Flank at these coordinates: 2311, 3643, 0288.
  • More Fire-Breath Lizalfos can be found just outside Sibajitak Shrine at these coordinates: 2372, 3251, 0412.

If you’re looking for the monsters in Gerudo Canyon, try these spots:

Map pinpointing Fire breath Lizalfos camp in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Screenshot by Destructoid.
  • Just outside Gerudo Canyon Skyview Tower, there is a camp of three Fire Breath Lizalfos.
  • Head north from the Skyview Tower and you’ll find another camp of Fire Breath Lizalfos.
  • Travel a little more north and you’ll spot another camp of Fire Breath Lizalfos at these coordinates: -2245, -1906, 0191.
Link in Fire Breath Lizalfos camp in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Screenshot by Destructoid.

What to do with Fire Breath Lizalfos Tails in Tears of the Kingdom

Fire Breath Lizalfos Tails have a few uses. When fused to a weapon, they add 10 damage. If you fuse one with a slicing weapon, such as a sword, it’ll add a whiplike quality to attacks, in addition to burning whatever it touches. The tails are also used to upgrade clothing outfits such as the Snowquill set and the Yiga Clan Armor set.

Once you’ve collected all the tails you want, consider collecting Electric Lizalfos Tails and Ice-Breath Lizalfos Tails, as they also deal elemental damage. Alternatively, mix them with critters and cook them to make elixirs.

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