The Curious Case of Kass: Where’s Our Favorite Rito Minstrel in Tears of the Kingdom?
Let’s discuss Kass. He’s the memorable bird-man from Breath of the Wild who plays the accordion. If you’re anything like us, you searched for this feathered friend across Hyrule. You sought his riddles and songs. But in Tears of the Kingdom, he is not around. What happened to our musical Rito?
Kass: A Rito of Note
First, Kass is part of the Rito tribe. Picture a bird, sentient and capable of playing music. He has a distinctive look and a special instrument strapped to him. His anatomy remains a Zelda mystery. Kass seems to be middle-aged for a Rito. He’s wise, yet spry enough to travel across Hyrule.
Home Sweet Home (and Other Hangouts) for Kass in Breath of the Wild
In Breath of the Wild, Kass is not hard to find if you have the right info. He hangs out in several familiar spots based on player progress.
Rito Village Reunion: After finishing seven shrine quests, Kass returns to Rito Village. You can find him singing with his kids near Akh Va’quot Shrine. What a family man and traveling minstrel – multitasking like a pro.
Post-Champions’ Ballad Serenade: Did you solve all the “Ancient Songs” riddles in Champions’ Ballad DLC? Great job! Kass returns to Rito Village once more to perform near Akh Va’quot Shrine. Clearly, he enjoys that spot. A nice home for a Rito minstrel.
Kitano Bay Balladeer: Fancy some water views? Go to Kitano Bay. You’ll see Kass on a tall rock. Speak with him to begin another quest. Just be careful not to fall into the water.
Crowned Beast Crooner: For plainsong, visit Rabia Plain’s north end. There you’ll find Kass entertaining wildlife. Talk to him for secrets about the area. Rabia Plain hides mysteries.
More Than Just a Traveling Musician
Kass is not just a random Rito looking for rupees. He has a vital role in Breath of the Wild.
Identity Authority: In a land where many forget, Kass knows Link’s true identity. He has the Picture of the Champions given by his mentor. After Link helps him with a song, he shares it with him. A significant exchange.
Teacher Dearest: Speaking of mentors, his teacher was a Sheikah poet at Hyrule Castle in the past. This poet focused on rhymes, not ancient technology. Therefore, Kass’s talent is rooted in Hyrule’s history.
The Song Remains the Same (But Different): Notice that Kass’s tune is familiar? It cleverly mixes Epona’s Song from Ocarina of Time. While his tunes are original, they blend classic Zelda melodies too, like Zelda’s Lullaby.
Quest Master Rito Style: If you complete quests, you know Kass offers eight quests needing puzzle-solving skills. Following his musical path is certainly rewarding.
Instrument of Choice: Let’s recognize Kass’s bandoneon. It’s a concertina popular in tango music. Who knew a bird-man could bring Argentinian flair to Hyrule? Bandoneons in Rito Village, who would have guessed?
The Revali Connection: Father, Grandfather, Mentor? It’s Complicated.
Theories surround Kass’s ties to Revali, the Rito Champion. Is Revali his father or grandfather? It’s unclear but suggested that Revali may be his teacher. Given Rito lifespans, a family bond is possible. This relationship deepens Kass’s ties to Rito history.
Kass’s Vanishing Act in Tears of the Kingdom
Now the question: Where is Kass in Tears of the Kingdom? He is MIA. Gone without explanation like a feather lost in a storm. The game does not clarify his absence. Fans are left hanging!
Why isn’t Kass in Tears of the Kingdom? The developers haven’t stated it clearly. Most likely, they focused on other characters and plots. Sadly, not every beloved character can appear in every game. Perhaps Kass is on an extended tour with his bandoneon.
Enter Penn: The Potential Kass Stand-in? To ease the loss of Kass, Tears of the Kingdom introduces Penn. He’s a wandering storyteller but serves a similar role as Kass. Tied to Lucky Clover Gazette quests, Penn shares news across Hyrule. While he’s charming, many fans miss our melancholic Rito minstrel.
So while we feel sad about Kass’s absence, Hyrule remains large and filled with adventures. Maybe Kass will surprise us with an encore in future updates or DLCs. Until then, we can replay Breath of the Wild and visit him in Rito Village. Perhaps hum some bandoneon tunes in his honor.
