I had a feeling returning to the Hyrule Field hub was key, and damn was I right.
Started by digging out a passage from the emergency shelter into Hyrule Castle. You’re given materials for hammers so it wasn’t annoying. In fact, it was the most engaging cave yet. Got the full Knight armor set. Annoyed there weren’t any clues to its location earlier.
Tried diving into the castle chasm. Get the feeling it leads to endgame, since the way down is a gauntlet of enemies. Turned back when faced with a white Lynel.
Turns out the chasm questline was essential. Finally got the last hand ability, which saves and recreates builds. NOW it feels like it meshes into regular play properly. I also ‘get’ the depths now; the lightroots are an exponential thing, covering more as surrounding ones are activated. The Kohga fight was the most entertaining boss yet.
Went to Kakariko. Seems like I can’t actually do much before exposing imposter Zelda. Still going to check all the rings to be safe.
