Learning the Map and Coordinates

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Is it worth it to memorize the map and the coordinates of the colossi? I really can't say for sure. I guess it really depends on how you play. If you enjoy wandering around looking for new areas, then of course map familiarity will come in handy. However, if you enjoy spending more time discovering more about the colossi, then learning the map really won't be necessary. In my case, I'm a mix of both; I used to be all about beating colossi, and I usually remained in the Shrine doing Time Attack just so I didn't have to go searching for them myself. But lately I've been going out and doing more exploring, so you could say I have tasted from both trays.

As with any other player, the more you go searching for the colossi, the easier you can find them next time around. You start using the sword exclusively for stabbing. However, there have been times where I've gotten lost and it's been a pain to get back on track. I have hardly ever used the map (only for fruit/lizard finding) so I haven't found the need to memorize it. In fact, it seemed daunting to try and remember the coordinates of places and colossi, as the whole map was gray and hard to read. But now that I have given a good look at it, it doesn't seem too hard to follow. I know the land very well and can find most if not all of the colossi without thinking about coordinates and the like, but I'm still prone to getting lost. "Just look at the map, idiot!" I know somebody's thinking that. But still, how cool would it be to know the lands' shortcuts and secret places in addition to the colossi? I know I'd love to be that good. But alas, I'm rambling.

Bottom line: the map's there when you need it, and I'm sure most gamers only ride to find the colossi, not secret forests or rocks. For the rest of us, however, it wouldn't hurt to know the map on some level. Coordinates may not be necessary, but having a mental image is definitely handy. Sorry this post wasn't particularly action-packed >,> [end of analysis]





Wait! There's more to the map than meets the eye! For those who are curious about deeper meanings in the game, as well as potential undiscovered secrets, check this evidence out: The Quest for the Last Big Secret. This makes me wanna climb to the Secret Garden again, just to see this stuff. That one post about Hydrus and the ruins seems a bit far-fetched, what with quoting the Bible and all, but I find it interesting that Hydrus is referred to as "a ripple of thunder" and that the Harpoon of Thunder happens to be a harpoon (well, obviously). Also, one of the later posts mentions the significance of Celosia's alternate stick weapon, and I have to agree that it really stands out. So, I just might do hands-on research of my own. This makes learning the map far more appealing to me. :O [real end of analysis]