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The Search For Koltin

Help Koltin pursue his dream of becoming a Satori by collecting Bubbul Gems and returning them to his traveling nighttime shop.

RoleSide adventure focused on Bubbul Gem collection, Koltin’s shop, and monster-themed rewards.
Statusavailable
Importancemajor
RewardAccess to Koltin’s Bubbul Gem exchange shop and unique monster-themed gear
  • Quest typeSide adventure
  • DifficultyEasyThe quest’s main challenge is exploration and collection rather than a dedicated boss fight.
  • PrerequisiteThe Hunt for Bubbul Gems
  • Primary currencyBubbul Gems
  • Encounter timingNighttime
  • Main activityCave exploration and trading
  • Long-term accessKoltin’s traveling shop

The quest does not require a single fixed route after its opening encounter; progress is tied to collecting gems and finding Koltin at night.

Key takeaways

These are the most important facts to know before starting the search.

  • Complete the prerequisite first The search does not begin as a standalone first meeting. Complete The Hunt for Bubbul Gems at Pico Pond and provide Koltin with the first Bubbul Gem. Prerequisite
  • Search after dark Koltin only appears during nighttime hours once his shop has been unlocked. Check likely meeting areas near Skyview Towers and stables when looking for him. Nighttime appearances
  • Caves are the source of currency Bubbul Gems come from defeating Bubbulfrogs inside caves. Exploring caves is therefore the main preparation for every later visit to Koltin. Bubbul Gems
  • The shop is the long-term reward The quest gives access to Koltin’s exchanges, including monster masks and pieces of the Mystic Robe set, rather than ending after a single combat encounter. Koltin’s shop

The Search For Koltin: overview

The Search For Koltin is a side adventure about helping Koltin gather Bubbul Gems so he can pursue his unusual dream.

The Search For Koltin begins after Link helps Koltin during The Hunt for Bubbul Gems at Pico Pond. Koltin wants to become a Satori, and he believes that consuming Bubbul Gems will allow him to achieve that transformation. The opening handoff establishes the quest’s central activity: explore caves, defeat Bubbulfrogs, and bring the resulting gems back to Koltin.

After the initial encounter, Koltin becomes a traveling merchant rather than a character who remains in one permanent shop. He appears at night in different parts of Hyrule, with sightings often associated with Skyview Towers or stables. Because his appearances are tied to nighttime, searching during the day can make it seem as though he has disappeared.

Koltin exchanges Bubbul Gems for unusual equipment and other unique items. His stock includes monster masks and pieces of the Mystic Robe set, making the quest especially useful for players who want monster-themed gear. The activity continues as a collection-and-trade loop: caves provide the gems, while Koltin’s nighttime shop provides the reason to keep searching.

Where this sits

PrerequisiteMeet Koltin at Pico Pond
UnlockProvide the first Bubbul Gem
CollectionDefeat Bubbulfrogs in caves
TradeVisit Koltin after dark
  1. 1The Hunt for Bubbul GemsprerequisiteRequired opening adventure at Pico Pond.
  2. ●The Search For KoltincurrentCurrent quest: locate Koltin and support his gem-fueled goal.
  3. 3Koltin’s shopfollow-upThe continuing exchange activity unlocked by the quest.

The quest moves from a fixed first meeting into an ongoing Hyrule-wide collection and trading activity.

Requirements

The key requirement is completing the opening Bubbul Gem encounter before searching for Koltin elsewhere.

  • RequiredComplete The Hunt for Bubbul GemsMeet Koltin at Pico Pond and complete the prerequisite interaction that introduces his desire to become a Satori.
  • RequiredProvide the first Bubbul GemThe first gem is handed to Koltin during the prerequisite encounter and is needed to unlock the broader search.
  • RecommendedExplore cavesBubbulfrogs inside caves are the source of the Bubbul Gems used for later trades.
  • RequiredSearch at nightKoltin only appears during nighttime hours after the shop has been unlocked.

Objectives

  1. Complete the opening encounter at Pico PondFinish The Hunt for Bubbul Gems so that Koltin’s longer-running search becomes available.
  2. Help Koltin pursue his transformationSupport Koltin’s belief that consuming Bubbul Gems will help him become a Satori.
  3. Collect Bubbul GemsFind caves throughout Hyrule, defeat the Bubbulfrogs inside them, and gather the gems they provide.
  4. Find Koltin after darkLocate Koltin at one of his nighttime positions, often near a Skyview Tower or stable.
  5. Trade gems for unique gearUse the traveling shop to exchange collected Bubbul Gems for monster masks, Mystic Robe pieces, and other unusual items.

Walkthrough

  1. 01

    Complete the prerequisite encounter.

    Start The Hunt for Bubbul Gems at Pico Pond

    Travel to Pico Pond and speak with Koltin during the opening Bubbul Gem encounter. This is the fixed starting point for the quest chain, so searching other regions before completing it will not unlock Koltin’s traveling shop.

    Location: Pico Pond

    TipTreat the Pico Pond meeting as the quest’s starting checkpoint rather than trying to track Koltin across Hyrule immediately.

    Watch outThe broader search is locked until the prerequisite adventure is complete.

    Checkpoint
  2. 02

    Hand over the first Bubbul Gem.

    Provide Koltin with the first Bubbul Gem

    During The Hunt for Bubbul Gems, give Koltin the first Bubbul Gem requested by the encounter. This handoff is what turns the initial meeting into access to his continuing gem-collection and trading activity.

    Location: Pico Pond

    TipIf the quest does not seem to have advanced, confirm that the gem was delivered during the Pico Pond interaction.

    Checkpoint
  3. 03

    Collect additional Bubbul Gems.

    Enter caves and look for Bubbulfrogs

    Search caves across Hyrule for Bubbulfrogs, the enemies that provide Bubbul Gems when defeated. Cave exploration is the reliable way to build the currency needed for Koltin’s later exchanges.

    Location: Caves throughout Hyrule

    TipWhen exploring a cave, investigate side passages instead of leaving after finding the obvious route; the Bubbulfrog is the relevant target for this activity.

  4. 04

    Obtain Bubbul Gems from Bubbulfrogs.

    Defeat each Bubbulfrog you find

    Engage the Bubbulfrog inside a cave and defeat it to obtain its Bubbul Gem. The quest’s collection loop depends on completing these cave encounters rather than simply discovering caves on the map.

    Location: Caves throughout Hyrule

    Watch outLeaving a cave without dealing with its Bubbulfrog does not advance the gem-trading side of the quest.

  5. 05

    Search for Koltin during nighttime hours.

    Wait for nighttime

    Koltin only appears at night after his shop has been unlocked. If you reach a likely location during the day and cannot find him, change the time through the game’s normal rest options before searching again.

    Location: Hyrule

    TipPlan Koltin visits around nighttime rather than repeatedly checking the same area during daylight.

  6. 06

    Locate Koltin’s nighttime shop.

    Check likely Koltin locations

    Search around Skyview Towers and stables, where Koltin is often found after dark. His shop is mobile, so the exact place to check can vary; use these recognizable landmarks as starting points instead of expecting one permanent stall.

    Location: Near Skyview Towers and stables

    Watch outKoltin’s absence at one landmark does not mean the quest is broken; his appearances are distributed across Hyrule.

  7. 07

    Access Koltin’s shop.

    Open the exchange menu

    Speak with Koltin once you find him at night and review the items available in his shop. The inventory is built around Bubbul Gem exchanges and includes unique equipment such as monster masks and pieces of the Mystic Robe set.

    Location: Koltin’s nighttime shop

    TipBring the gems you have collected before making a dedicated visit so you can immediately evaluate the available trades.

  8. 08

    Trade Bubbul Gems for a reward.

    Choose a Bubbul Gem trade

    Spend the required amount of Bubbul Gems on an available item when you are ready. The shop is the practical endpoint of the quest loop, converting cave exploration into access to unusual gear and other special items.

    Location: Koltin’s nighttime shop

  9. 09

    Continue collecting and trading Bubbul Gems.

    Continue the search for further exchanges

    Return to caves for more Bubbul Gems and look for Koltin again at night when you want additional shop items. The activity is intended to continue beyond the first exchange, so the quest remains useful while exploring Hyrule’s caves.

    Location: Hyrule

    TipKeep cave exploration and nighttime merchant checks as separate routines; this makes it easier to tell whether you need more currency or simply need to find Koltin.

Mission mechanics

The Search For Koltin is built around a two-part loop. Bubbulfrogs are found inside caves, and defeating them produces Bubbul Gems; Koltin then accepts those gems as payment in his traveling shop. The quest therefore rewards broad exploration rather than a single linear path through a mission area.

Koltin’s schedule is the main practical restriction. Once unlocked, he only appears during nighttime hours, and his position can vary across Hyrule. Skyview Towers and stables are useful landmarks when beginning a search, but the shop should be treated as mobile rather than permanently attached to one location.

The rewards are deliberately unusual. Koltin’s stock includes monster masks and special gear such as the Mystic Robe set, so players interested in collection, disguise-themed equipment, or completing their armor options have a reason to keep returning. The source pack does not establish the exact order or gem cost of every shop item.

What works and what does not

Strengths

  • Turns ordinary cave exploration into progress toward a dedicated reward track.
  • Provides access to monster masks and other unusual equipment through Koltin’s shop.
  • Fits naturally into exploration because Bubbul Gems come from caves found throughout Hyrule.
  • Adds a recurring nighttime merchant encounter rather than limiting the quest to one location.

Weaknesses

  • Koltin’s nighttime-only appearances can make him difficult to find if searched for during the day.
  • His changing locations mean that one missed search point does not identify a permanent shop location.
  • The quest’s progress depends on collecting enough Bubbul Gems, so players who have not explored caves may need to postpone trades.

Best uses

  • Start the quest early when planning to explore many caves.
  • Use nighttime travel near Skyview Towers and stables to look for Koltin.
  • Prioritize the quest when collecting monster-themed armor or other unique shop items.

Quest checklist

  • Complete The Hunt for Bubbul Gems at Pico PondThis unlocks the continuing search for Koltin.
  • Give Koltin the first Bubbul GemThe initial gem is part of the prerequisite encounter.
  • Search caves for BubbulfrogsBubbulfrogs are the source of Bubbul Gems.
  • Collect Bubbul Gems before visiting the shopMore gems create more trading options.Optional
  • Search for Koltin after nightfallHe does not appear during daytime hours.
  • Check areas near Skyview Towers and stablesThese are common landmarks for locating him.Optional
  • Review Koltin’s available tradesHis stock includes monster masks and special gear.
  • Work toward the Mystic Robe setThe set is included among the shop’s special gear offerings.Optional

Collectibles and trade currency

  • 01
    Bubbul Gems

    Where: Inside caves throughout Hyrule

    Defeat Bubbulfrogs to obtain these gems. They are the currency used in Koltin’s shop.

  • 02
    Monster masks

    Where: Koltin’s nighttime shop

    Koltin’s inventory includes monster-themed masks that can be acquired through Bubbul Gem exchanges.

  • 03
    Mystic Robe set

    Where: Koltin’s nighttime shop

    Special gear from the Mystic Robe set is available through enough Bubbul Gem trades.

Failure conditions

  • Searching for Koltin during the dayKoltin only appears during nighttime hours, so a daytime search can produce no encounter even when the location is otherwise appropriate.
  • Looking only at one fixed locationKoltin travels around Hyrule. If he is not near the first Skyview Tower or stable checked, continue the search at another likely landmark after dark.
  • Attempting to begin without the prerequisiteThe continuing quest activity requires The Hunt for Bubbul Gems at Pico Pond and the first Bubbul Gem handoff.
  • Arriving without enough Bubbul Gems for a desired tradeThe shop uses Bubbul Gems as currency. If the current stock cannot be purchased, return to caves and defeat more Bubbulfrogs.

On failure

The quest is an exploration-and-trading activity rather than a single escort or timed mission. The source pack does not identify a permanent failure state or a permanently missable reward.

Rewards and drops

  • Access to Koltin’s shop
    Completing the opening encounter unlocks Koltin as a nighttime traveling merchant who exchanges unique items for Bubbul Gems.
  • Monster masks
    Koltin’s inventory includes monster-themed masks available through Bubbul Gem trades.
  • Mystic Robe set
    Pieces of the Mystic Robe set can be obtained by trading enough Bubbul Gems.
  • Bubbul Gems
    Defeated Bubbulfrogs provide the currency used for the quest’s ongoing exchanges.

Characters in this mission

Aftermath

Koltin remains part of the exploration loop

After the opening encounter, The Search For Koltin functions as an ongoing collection and trading activity. Keep exploring caves for Bubbul Gems, then look for Koltin at night near likely Hyrule landmarks when you want to exchange them for more of his unique inventory.

Trivia

  • Koltin is Kilton’s younger brother, linking the quest to a character who previously appeared in Breath of the Wild.
  • Koltin’s goal is unusual even by Hyrule’s standards: he believes Bubbul Gems can help him become a Satori.
  • The quest uses a traveling nighttime shop, so Koltin’s availability is defined by both time of day and changing location.
  • Bubbul Gems are not purchased from a regular merchant in this activity; they come from defeating Bubbulfrogs inside caves.

Sources

Relationships

locations

  • Pico PondStarting locationThe prerequisite encounter that begins Koltin’s storyline takes place here.

items

  • Bubbul GemsQuest currencyBubbul Gems are collected from Bubbulfrogs and exchanged with Koltin.

armor

  • Mystic RobeShop gearPieces of the Mystic Robe set are included in Koltin’s special inventory.