Professor Pumpkaboo
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That seems to be a bit to deep t think into in a game that is only getting started.Watching/listening Gamexplains thoughts on Zelda Wii U and I've noticed more things about Link.
One: the shield. It sort of has an omega symbol and it resembles a buckler. So, it sort of has a Greek, viking, and nomadic theme to it. The hood is like the classic European archer/ranger look and in classic Westerns, cowboys tend to wear hats and ponchos to sort of disguise themselves. Link's ponytail can be considered another early Europe or fantasy look, but it sort of does fit with Link as being a nomad. Someone who lives off the land and has little time to deal with haircuts. If we combine all this with Link's clothing, especially his armwraps looking like Gerudo stuff, then this incarnation of Link is the first nomad/wander archetype. Most Links were connected to the kingdom in some way such as being a blacksmith, knight, villager, or train operator. Wind Waker Link was the first sailor and islander or person far away from the main city and Ocarina of Time Link was the first Link to be sort of the chosen hero brought up away from society - well, Hylian society.
Also, Link's height makes me feel like this is Link's young phase and maybe when he gets his iconic Hero's Clothes, then he'll be a bit taller. Seriously, his gear makes me feel like I'm playing Majora's Mask again when you have the Gilded Sword and Mirror Shield. That or this is the first Zelda game where Link won't be wearing the green tunic which would be a cool change of pace.
I wonder how the Master Sword will fit in... Maybe it won't, instead, maybe there will be a "Master Bow". Since crafting was introduced in Skyward Sword, maybe apples can be made into cider for more heart regain or other gathering stuff like mushrooms, herbs, etc.
but Ill say this, with the ponytail he does look younger