And like the inspiration of the game, there are a lot of little wrinkles that you have to work out on your own. Even after more than 20 hours, there are still some weird features that I just learned. So if you're currently digging into the game and want to learn more, here are a handful of things the game doesn't really explain.
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# 1: Each weapon has two secret seals
Unlocking the Blacksmith is an important side job in Hyrule, as this service gives you the ability to fuse weapons. For a small fee in gold, you can combine multiple weapons to build one - and raising a weapon's level to its max level will be unlock two secret weapon seals.
These upgrades tend to be quite powerful, so if you're throwing weapons I would highly recommend sticking to the upgrade, especially with the Master Sword. You might just get a seal that heals you when you damage enemies.
# 2: the most powerful weapon
While we're on the subject of weapon upgrades, you'll definitely want to keep the master sword when you unlock it. The Master Sword is considered a "level 3" weapon, so it will be increase in strength +2 instead of +1 when leveling up. This is by far the first level 3 weapon you'll find, so start leveling it up early to get an unbeatable one-handed weapon.
# 3: Earn x2,5 more gold by selling to specialist sellers
As you progress through the Hyrule map, you will unlock many different vendors. Each vendor sells specific types of items - and they don't always appear. Well, there is something that I had no idea until recently. Each supplier pay x2.5 more gold by selling them items corresponding to their specialty.
If you are looking to sell products, always check your suppliers and see if you can easily get extra gold.
# 4: use alternative methods to trigger WPG (weak point gauge)
Large enemies and bosses use attacks with specific counts - Ranged bombs explode through shields, Stasis stops spinning attacks, and Cryonis blocks loaders. But every big enemy also has an alternate counter that you can trigger at any time.
Moblins can be put into a WPG (Weak Point Gauge) state by targeting their heads - attack them while you're in the air! Stone Talus can be destroyed by using bombs to blow up both arms. And use Link's arrows to aim at Hinnox's eye to immediately stun him. Always look for additional ways to weaken the big bosses!
# 5: You can unlock more weapon slots with Korok seeds
In chapter 3, you will undertake a mission to free the lost woods and win the hero Hestu. You'll also earn special side tasks that you can complete to unlock additional weapon slots for all characters. If you are below the 20 weapon limit, just remember that you will be able to upgrade often.
Just keep an eye out for Korok Seeds, which are needed to upgrade your inventory slots. These special collectibles can be found everywhere on every level map - look for wind wheels, marked tree stumps, or floating balloons. Anything that looks suspicious is probably a Korok hiding place.
# 6: You can control the Baby Guardian on the loading screen
A simple one that is really cute. Press [L] or [R] to move the baby sitter left / right, or press [B] to jump. He can even whistle when tapping [X]!
# 7: You can remove and replace the gaskets with the gasket remover
Complete the "Daily Drill" quests as you progress through the story, and you will eventually earn "Daily Drill: Gerudo" which grants you access to the Seal Remover service. This allows you to remove and further customize your weapons with new seals. If you're worried about what seal you're currently stuck with, keep going!
