Death Battle2010

Boomstick:
They're two of the most iconic swordsmen in video game history, known for taking on things way out of their league.

Wizard:
Link, the champion of Hyrule...

Boomstick:
And Cloud Strife, guardian of the Lifestream... and orphans.

Wizard:
Since both combatants use such vast player-customizable arsenals, in this scenario, they will wield what they are most comfortable taking into battle.

Boomstick:
They use the weapons they choose to take into their fighting games. However, since standard skills, weapon traits and armor aren't specified in Dissidia and Smash, we're taking those from their whole story.

Wizard:
And remember, in Death Battle, there is no outside help allowed.

Boomstick:
Aww, but Boomstick, they have summons and they're cool, and fairies, and their... SHUT UP! It's our show and this is the the way we do it!