Random Battle: December 2010
11-25-2010, 08:22 AM
Oh, now you've opened a can of worms!
I have included more weapons... I am focused on the original Link from the first Zelda game, as well as Zelda II: The Adventures of Link
Okay, now, let's compare...
The Vampire Hunter vs the Master Sword.
Since we're going for the full Master Sword, ignoring the other weapons in the game, we'll do the same for the Vampire Killer, and we'll use it's most powerful form, the Fire Whip.
The Master Sword is capable of shooting projectiles, but only when Link's health is full. The Vampire Hunter is elemental in nature, and has a much longer natural reach. Although a usual whip is typically a non-lethal weapon, and is incapable of inflicting instant death like a sword, the fire potential and the morning star tip are more than enough kill. The question is can Link's Master Sword cut through a fiery chained morning star? Can the Vampire Killer block an incoming attack from the Master Sword? Given Simon's physical abilities, he should be able to recover better from attacks.
Winner: Simon
Throwing Dagger vs. the Bow
The throwing dagger is Simon's most common secondary weapon, similar to Link's bow, it fires in a line of sight fashion and flies the entire screen. Unlike Link's bow, it does not require Link to be stationary. Simon can use his dagger while moving, as well as when in the air. Do to this being the major difference, point has to go to versatility on this one.
Winner: Simon
Cross Boomerang vs. Boomerang
The boomerang, on it's own, will not damage large enemies, such as a human sized individual like Simon. It is capable, however, of stunning such enemies. The Cross Boomerang is larger, and flies equally well, delivering damage as it flies, capable of hitting more than once, unlike Link's boomerang. Although Link's boomerang can be upgraded to the Magical Boomerang, but even this weapon does nothing special on it's own, but it can be thrown even further, and faster. However Link has constant use of his boomerang, it is not an expendable item, such as the cross boomerang, but since the boomerang can not deal direct damage to Simon, and can only stun him, the winner should be obvious.
Winner: Simon
Throwing Axe vs. Hammer
Although the hammer isn't directly a weapon, it really can be. It has the power to destroy large boulders, so it must be very powerful. The thrown axes of Simon's, likewise can be utilized as a powerful weapon. While the axes can -hypothetically- be used as a melee weapon, it is almost always used as a throwing weapon, giving it the edge to the hammer. However it's arch requires precise timing and aim to use, while the hammer is a swing and hit weapon. Unlike the throwing axe, the hammer is a constant item, that does not get used up (hearts).
Winner: Link
Holy Water vs. Bomb
The Holy Water proves to be an effective weapon, unleashing a tower of flame to injure evil creatures. Unfortunately for Simon, link is himself not evil. Not that the bomb doesn't have drawbacks, it can easily damage Link, even killing him. It must be placed and does not explode on impact, allowing Simon to maneuver out of danger. However Link's weapon has the edge, being capable of dealing damage to Simon, while the Holy Water would have no effect on Link.
Winner: Link
Double/Triple Shot vs. Magic Spells
Simon has used both the Double and Triple Shot, which has allowed him to use two or three sub-weapons consecutively, allowing him to unleash a flurry of three throwing axes, or daggers at once, for example. It greatly increases his deadliness, and adds to his over all versatility. Link, on the other hand, is capable of casting magic spells. Link can use the Fairy Spell to turn into a Fairy and fly about, the Fire Spell allows Link to shoot fire balls, and the Thunder Spell lets him damage every enemy on screen an equivalent of a sword strike. The Jump Spell allowing Link to - well - jump very high, while the Life Spell can heal his lost health. There is also the defensive spells of the Reflect Spell, reflecting both weapon and magic projectiles, and the Shield Spell which cuts all received damage in half. Although he has another spell, the Spell Spell, it would have no effect on Link. The versatility and abilities of the Magic Spells far outweigh those of the Triple Shot.
Winner Link
They're tied, 3 to 3.
The downfalls are basic. All of Simon's weapons, besides the whip, are expendable on use. Link can't continually cast spells, the Thunder Spell alone is capable of draining his magic in only a few uses. Simon has a useless weapon in this battle, while Link has one that is unable to deal damage, but can stun. However Link is far less athletic than Simon, unable to outpace him, and isn't as agile. Link's shield, and Shield Spell would stand up for him, for a bit, however he is slower, and his projectiles are slower, even many of his spells.
Can Simon's athletics outdo Link's magic? Can Simon make better use of his expendable weapons than Link can? Can Link hold out long enough so that he doesn't drain all his magic, and not succumb to the onslaught of thrown daggers an axes? Can Link make up for his slower movement and attacks with a wider assortment of skills?
Yeah, Link looks like a clear cut winner - if you max out all abilities on both ends, but only if he connects with every attack. Simon has the close range, mid range and long range game down, whereas Link really only has his magical abilities standing for him.
I have included more weapons... I am focused on the original Link from the first Zelda game, as well as Zelda II: The Adventures of Link
Let's re-compare
Simon
Link
Vampire Killer Whip
Master Sword
Throwing Dagger
Bow
Cross Boomerang
Boomerang
Throwing Axe
Hammer
Holy Water
Bomb
Double/Triple Shot
Magic
Okay, now, let's compare...
The Vampire Hunter vs the Master Sword.
Since we're going for the full Master Sword, ignoring the other weapons in the game, we'll do the same for the Vampire Killer, and we'll use it's most powerful form, the Fire Whip.
The Master Sword is capable of shooting projectiles, but only when Link's health is full. The Vampire Hunter is elemental in nature, and has a much longer natural reach. Although a usual whip is typically a non-lethal weapon, and is incapable of inflicting instant death like a sword, the fire potential and the morning star tip are more than enough kill. The question is can Link's Master Sword cut through a fiery chained morning star? Can the Vampire Killer block an incoming attack from the Master Sword? Given Simon's physical abilities, he should be able to recover better from attacks.
Winner: Simon
Throwing Dagger vs. the Bow
The throwing dagger is Simon's most common secondary weapon, similar to Link's bow, it fires in a line of sight fashion and flies the entire screen. Unlike Link's bow, it does not require Link to be stationary. Simon can use his dagger while moving, as well as when in the air. Do to this being the major difference, point has to go to versatility on this one.
Winner: Simon
Cross Boomerang vs. Boomerang
The boomerang, on it's own, will not damage large enemies, such as a human sized individual like Simon. It is capable, however, of stunning such enemies. The Cross Boomerang is larger, and flies equally well, delivering damage as it flies, capable of hitting more than once, unlike Link's boomerang. Although Link's boomerang can be upgraded to the Magical Boomerang, but even this weapon does nothing special on it's own, but it can be thrown even further, and faster. However Link has constant use of his boomerang, it is not an expendable item, such as the cross boomerang, but since the boomerang can not deal direct damage to Simon, and can only stun him, the winner should be obvious.
Winner: Simon
Throwing Axe vs. Hammer
Although the hammer isn't directly a weapon, it really can be. It has the power to destroy large boulders, so it must be very powerful. The thrown axes of Simon's, likewise can be utilized as a powerful weapon. While the axes can -hypothetically- be used as a melee weapon, it is almost always used as a throwing weapon, giving it the edge to the hammer. However it's arch requires precise timing and aim to use, while the hammer is a swing and hit weapon. Unlike the throwing axe, the hammer is a constant item, that does not get used up (hearts).
Winner: Link
Holy Water vs. Bomb
The Holy Water proves to be an effective weapon, unleashing a tower of flame to injure evil creatures. Unfortunately for Simon, link is himself not evil. Not that the bomb doesn't have drawbacks, it can easily damage Link, even killing him. It must be placed and does not explode on impact, allowing Simon to maneuver out of danger. However Link's weapon has the edge, being capable of dealing damage to Simon, while the Holy Water would have no effect on Link.
Winner: Link
Double/Triple Shot vs. Magic Spells
Simon has used both the Double and Triple Shot, which has allowed him to use two or three sub-weapons consecutively, allowing him to unleash a flurry of three throwing axes, or daggers at once, for example. It greatly increases his deadliness, and adds to his over all versatility. Link, on the other hand, is capable of casting magic spells. Link can use the Fairy Spell to turn into a Fairy and fly about, the Fire Spell allows Link to shoot fire balls, and the Thunder Spell lets him damage every enemy on screen an equivalent of a sword strike. The Jump Spell allowing Link to - well - jump very high, while the Life Spell can heal his lost health. There is also the defensive spells of the Reflect Spell, reflecting both weapon and magic projectiles, and the Shield Spell which cuts all received damage in half. Although he has another spell, the Spell Spell, it would have no effect on Link. The versatility and abilities of the Magic Spells far outweigh those of the Triple Shot.
Winner Link
They're tied, 3 to 3.
The downfalls are basic. All of Simon's weapons, besides the whip, are expendable on use. Link can't continually cast spells, the Thunder Spell alone is capable of draining his magic in only a few uses. Simon has a useless weapon in this battle, while Link has one that is unable to deal damage, but can stun. However Link is far less athletic than Simon, unable to outpace him, and isn't as agile. Link's shield, and Shield Spell would stand up for him, for a bit, however he is slower, and his projectiles are slower, even many of his spells.
Can Simon's athletics outdo Link's magic? Can Simon make better use of his expendable weapons than Link can? Can Link hold out long enough so that he doesn't drain all his magic, and not succumb to the onslaught of thrown daggers an axes? Can Link make up for his slower movement and attacks with a wider assortment of skills?
Yeah, Link looks like a clear cut winner - if you max out all abilities on both ends, but only if he connects with every attack. Simon has the close range, mid range and long range game down, whereas Link really only has his magical abilities standing for him.
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