While many players have combed every inch of Breath of the Wild’s Hyrule, the lakes, rivers, and oceans of have been left unexplored. However, with the sequel in the works, it’s possible that players will get to explore the parts of Hyrule that they were unable to reach before. MonsterMaze and MaskedNintendoBandit collaborated together on a YouTube video exploring the possibilities of what could lie beneath the surface.
Much of the kingdom of Hyrule was left in ruins, and it’s entirely possible that there are ruins hidden somewhere in the vast underwater areas that sprawl across Hyrule’s map. The theorists also discuss possible locations for a water temple, including Lake Hylia, East Reservoir Lake, Akkala Sea, Necluda Sea, and the Hebra Mountains.
They admit the Hebra Mountains may seem like an odd place for a water temple, as the mountains are covered in snow and ice. However, while the temperature of the air is quite frigid, the majority of the water in the area is safe to swim in. There are even hot springs in a few locations in Hebra. The warmth of the water and presence of hot springs has led the theorists to believe that there is a good amount of geothermal activity beneath the mountain range. This also would mean that the water is much deeper that it appears, with a possible network of underwater tunnels snaking through the region. They believe that the entrance to the water temple lies in the ice cave where the Great Hebra Skeleton can be seen emerging from a body of water, possibly using these tunnels itself while it was still alive.
Tunnels could also be located in other underwater locations, such as Lake Hylia. Farosh can be seen emerging from this lake at midnight. If there is a network of underwater tunnels connecting Hyrule, it’s possible that Farosh uses them to travel.
Underwater traversal would bring a whole new experience for players. Exploring passages and tunnels submerged deep below the surface could be one of the many ways Nintendo recycles Breath of the Wild‘s map while still providing new places to explore.
