GENERAL
What formats can I read?Anything counts! Re-reads, graphic novels, audiobooks, manga, anthologies, short stories, etc.
Can I continue reading a book I already started before the readathon starts, or count a book that I DNF'd?
No, books must be started within the duration of the readathon (see Daruk's Protection for exception).
Can I use one book for multiple prompts?
You cannot double up on reading challenges for a book - one book applies for one challenge unless specified (see Mipha's Grace for exception & some bonus challenges may also be applicable).
What are reading sprints / how can I participate in one?
Reading sprints are a set period of time where we focus solely on reading. We may run sprint sessions on Twitter, Youtube, Twitch or in 🍃reading-sprints. They can be any length, but are often between 10-60 mins long. All you need to do is pick up a book during any of the set times announced by the host of a reading sprint!
Who can participate / do I have to have played BOTW to join?
Anyone can join! You don’t have to have played the game before, but if you plan on playing and don’t like to know the general storyline of the game beforehand, this may not be the readathon for you. We don’t spoil any secrets of the game, but do follow the main premise and take inspiration from various elements of the game.
You also don’t need to participate in previous rounds in order to join one in the future.
Does X work for Y challenge?
You can be as strict or loose with your interpretation of the challenges as you’d like. If you'd like some suggestions, we have channels for each challenge where you can request book suggestions!
MINI ROUNDS
Can I complete the challenges in any order?During The Great Plateau mini-round you can complete the challenges in any order you wish.
Do any reading sprints count for the Stasis challenge?
Yes! You don’t need to participate in a sprint hosted by us, you can join in or host your own with other warriors and that absolutely counts!
If I miss or don't finish The Great Plateau mini-round, will I still be able to participate in The Quest main-rounds?
Yes, absolutely! You'll also have a chance to participate in The Great Plateau 3.5 round if you missed out on the opportunity to obtain the Glider Perk (or you could do the mini-round in your own time), but this is entirely optional.
What perks are able to be used in the mini-rounds?
The horse perk (obtained by completing 3 bonus challenges in a main-round), which allows you to start any BOTWathon readathon 2 days prior to the official start date if you have 1 horse, or 4 days prior if you have 2 horses.
Team perks and the glider perk are only able to be used during main-rounds - see readathon-info.
Are there any bonus challenges in The Great Plateau #1.5?
No. If you finish all 3 reading challenges and have time to read more, you could do some of the Great Plateau #0.5 reading challenges or draw a Blood Moon Card!
MAIN QUESTS
Can I complete the challenges in any order?During The Quest rounds you should complete the challenges in the order laid out by your team's path. If you have the Glider Perk you may complete the challenges in any order you wish.
Can I complete another team's challenges?
You can certainly complete more of the reading challenges in addition to your own, however doing so won't result in any perks.
What perks are able to be used in the main-rounds?
The Glider Perk, Horse Perk and Team Perks can all be used.
What happens if I complete the 3 bonus challenges?
The 3 bonus challenges are completely optional so you don't need to complete them in order to reclaim the Divine Beasts, but you'll earn the Horse Perk upon completion of all 3 - see readathon-info.
What happens if I don't finish all of my challenges by the end of the round?
Completing all 5 challenges in this round will give you an advantage in the final round of the readathon where we hope to defeat Calamity Ganon, but they are not necessary. You can still join in future rounds whether or not you miss a round entirely or don't manage to complete every main challenge. You're more than welcome to finish the challenges in your own time as well, if you wish.