I'll restate the three assumptions we're discussing, though at this moment we seem to be discussing earlier ones previously agreed upon. It's fine to make sure our foundations are sturdy, but allow me to make sure we're on the same page as to what we are talking about and what we think of it. Again, here are the three assumptions taken by us supporters of the upgrade:
1.) The Dark World is a parallel universe. [Apparently this is a point of contention because the gameplay and such take place in the Hyrule/Lorule kingdoms. I don't see how you can take away anything but that the Light and Dark World are different universes based on the statements and the scenario itself. Since the Dark World has its own sun and is, as the quotes show, constantly compared as a mirror to the Light World, not just Hyrule, the burden of proof is on anyone claiming otherwise.]
2.) Triforce-Amped Ganon can manipulate the whole of the Dark World, not just the Hyrule region-equivalent. [You can argue what it implies when we get statements of the Triforce having the power to warp the Dark World. I think this assumption is reasonable based on the arguements posted by supporters above. At least this has much more to work with than downplaying the size of the realm.]
3.) ALttP Link scales by defeating Triforce-Amped Ganon. [This is the point that we should be discussing. I think I'm ok with this, but lemme ask the experts: Does the Master Sword vary in power from game to game? In ALttP, it's directly stated to be equal to the Triforce, so it should be that powerful here if in no other game. Plus, there's the Wind Fish dream realm with stars and such feat in Link's Awakening, although let's take that as secondary evidence at most.]
I've stated my opinions and addressed rebuttals (or at least supported others people's addresses to rebuttals), so the ball is in the non-supporter court. As much as I enjoy a good-natured thought excercise like this thread as been providing, however, the weather outside is wonderful, so I'd better appreciate it before the cold sets in. I'lll try to get back later today to help us keep on the same page and to addres counter-arguements; have a good one till then and keep the thread open, please. I really like a chill but challenging content revision like this.
