Building in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom plays a pivotal role in the gameplay experience. Even from the start on the tutorial island known as the Great Sky Island, where Link awakens and completes tasks before setting foot in Hyrule, players will be motivated to construct and combine various elements to overcome different challenges.
An initial hurdle involves reaching the In-isa Shrine, one of the four tutorial Shrines, which is obstructed by a vast lake. To navigate this obstacle, Link must craft a sail-equipped raft that harnesses the power of the wind. Let's explore the specific process players must follow in LoZ: Tears of the Kingdom to create the raft, as well as alternative methods of crossing the lake, if available.
Updated October 11th, 2023 by Jacob Buchalter: Originally when this guide first came out, Tears of the Kingdom had just been released. Players were still acquainting themselves with the building system in TotK and were only beginning to explore the various possibilities. Nowadays, however, it is expected that new players are already familiar with the game's intricate building system before they even start playing. Nonetheless, for those starting out or returning to the game and needing a refresher, let's review the process of constructing boats.