I didn't read the whole OP as it was very long.
Can confirm some of us enjoy going in blind and figuring things out on the fly.

Another way to think about it:
If you enjoy crossword puzzles, wouldn't it he substantial less fun to have someone who has already completed the puzzle standing over your shoulder telling you what the answers are?

We are less than a week into the patch... Why not allow them to solve the mechanic puzzle themselves if they want to? Do you believe people should clear everything on day 1 to get that type of fresh experience?