NightHawk64 presents Episode 33 of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Continuing seamlessly from the conclusion of the previous episode, we resumed our journey north to unlock the regional map of West Necluda.
The objective for this episode was to unlock the Skyview Tower in the region to subsequently reveal the map.
Upon reaching the Sahasra Slope Skyview Tower, we encountered a Rito at the entrance. They informed us that the tower was malfunctioning, with the doors stuck shut. Utilizing a cave beneath the tower, we employed our ascend ability to access the interior and free the doors. The Rito, astonished by the outcome, expressed gratitude for our efforts in resolving the tower issue. Subsequently, we utilized the tower to launch ourselves into the sky and gather survey data.
While airborne, we noticed nearby sky islands and decided to glide over for exploration. These islands, named the North Necluda Sky Archipelago, housed a shrine and a Zonai device dispenser. After obtaining the orb from the shrine and trading for Zonai devices, we spotted a larger island at a distance and expressed interest in reaching it. However, the considerable altitude and distance presented a challenging task.
Employing Zonai balloon devices, rockets, and a platform, we attempted to ascend as high as possible to glide over. The initial attempt proved unsuccessful. For the second try, we utilized more rockets on the platform, achieving a better jump start and gaining altitude more rapidly. This strategy succeeded, allowing us to glide onto the large island, named the Zonaite Forge Island. After exploring, we discovered a platform interactable with our hand. Activating it triggered a series of fans, enabling us to glide to the island’s summit.
At the top, we found a lengthy, narrow shaft descending into the island, guarded by laser defenses. Recognizing the importance of what lay below, we dove down, skillfully navigating through the laser grids to reach the heart of the abandoned forge. Within, we found a Zonai device dispenser and a shrine. Collecting the orb from the shrine, we explored further and uncovered a cleverly concealed chest containing the Zonaite Waistguard, a piece of armor that enhances the efficiency of Zonai devices with imbued magic. A very cool addition to our armor collection.
Our next goal was to descend back to the surface and journey to Kakariko Village. We had previously visited the village in one of the initial episodes I recorded for this playthrough and am excited to return. The village seems to hold significant importance in the game’s lore and narrative. In the upcoming episodes, my plan is to dedicate time to thoroughly explore and learn everything possible about the Zonai.
I hope you enjoyed the gameplay and commentary. As always, thanks for watching.
NightHawk signing off
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