Introduction
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time launched on Nintendo 64 in 1998 and remains one of Nintendo’s most influential 3D adventure titles.
The game was later remade for Nintendo 3DS in 2011.
One recurring side quest in Ocarina of Time is tracking down Hyrule Field’s Big Poes — large, ghostly enemies that must be captured in bottles and returned to a collector at the entrance to Hyrule Castle Town.
Quick summary of requirements
- Players must clear the Forest Temple before the Hyrule Field Big Poe side quest becomes available.
- Big Poes are captured using empty bottles after they are stunned.
Having multiple empty bottles reduces back-and-forth trips to the Poe Collector.
Where to find all 10 Big Poes (overview)
There are ten Big Poes hidden around Hyrule Field.
Each Big Poe is associated with a haunted log; when Link (usually riding Epona) jumps over that log, a Big Poe will spawn.
The standard capture method is to stun the Poe with arrows and then scoop it up into an empty bottle.
Once caught, Big Poes will not respawn at the same location and their associated haunted logs vanish permanently.
Capture and turn-in mechanics (clear, journalistic wording)
To capture a Big Poe, approach the marked area in Hyrule Field, jump over the haunted log with Epona to trigger the Poe, shoot the apparition with arrows to stagger it, then use a bottle to collect it.
After capturing a Poe, return to the Poe Collector positioned near the entrance to Hyrule Castle Town to turn it in.
It’s advisable to carry several empty bottles and a healthy supply of arrows; the general store in Kakariko Village sells arrows for players who run low.
Practical tips and caveats
- Some Big Poes move vertically or quickly and are more difficult to hit; prioritize shooting them down before they flee.
- Because a captured Poe and its log disappear, keep track of your count to avoid repeated trips.
- Be careful not to accidentally use a captured Big Poe as an item while traveling back to the Poe Collector.
Closing
This guide covers the confirmed in-game mechanics and requirements for the Hyrule Field Big Poe quest in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
For players still collecting, plan routes that maximize bottle capacity and arrow reserves to speed up completion.
For additional Ocarina of Time side-quest coverage, consult dedicated guides for Kakariko Village cuccos and the Happy Mask Shop, particularly if you are revisiting the Nintendo 3DS version.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time launched on Nintendo 64 in 1998 and remains one of Nintendo’s most influential 3D adventure titles.
The game was later remade for Nintendo 3DS in 2011.
One recurring side quest in Ocarina of Time is tracking down Hyrule Field’s Big Poes — large, ghostly enemies that must be captured in bottles and returned to a collector at the entrance to Hyrule Castle Town.
Quick summary of requirements
- Players must clear the Forest Temple before the Hyrule Field Big Poe side quest becomes available.
- Big Poes are captured using empty bottles after they are stunned.
Having multiple empty bottles reduces back-and-forth trips to the Poe Collector.
Where to find all 10 Big Poes (overview)
There are ten Big Poes hidden around Hyrule Field.
Each Big Poe is associated with a haunted log; when Link (usually riding Epona) jumps over that log, a Big Poe will spawn.
The standard capture method is to stun the Poe with arrows and then scoop it up into an empty bottle.
Once caught, Big Poes will not respawn at the same location and their associated haunted logs vanish permanently.
Capture and turn-in mechanics (clear, journalistic wording)
To capture a Big Poe, approach the marked area in Hyrule Field, jump over the haunted log with Epona to trigger the Poe, shoot the apparition with arrows to stagger it, then use a bottle to collect it.
After capturing a Poe, return to the Poe Collector positioned near the entrance to Hyrule Castle Town to turn it in.
It’s advisable to carry several empty bottles and a healthy supply of arrows; the general store in Kakariko Village sells arrows for players who run low.
Practical tips and caveats
- Some Big Poes move vertically or quickly and are more difficult to hit; prioritize shooting them down before they flee.
- Because a captured Poe and its log disappear, keep track of your count to avoid repeated trips.
- Be careful not to accidentally use a captured Big Poe as an item while traveling back to the Poe Collector.
Closing
This guide covers the confirmed in-game mechanics and requirements for the Hyrule Field Big Poe quest in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
For players still collecting, plan routes that maximize bottle capacity and arrow reserves to speed up completion.
For additional Ocarina of Time side-quest coverage, consult dedicated guides for Kakariko Village cuccos and the Happy Mask Shop, particularly if you are revisiting the Nintendo 3DS version.
