User blog comment:Drayco90/Link vs. Ezio Auditore/@comment-3166030-20110721171506

In my opinion, Link takes Short, Long, and Special Weapons. (though Mid Range, he should've had the boomerang instead of the Slingshot)

The Sword of Altair is a longer weapon, but Link is packing that massive shield, which tips the balance in his favor.

A crossbow may be more accurate than a normal bow, but Link is known for being an excellent marksman,and can fire faster. (and can combine the Bomb and arrow to make it a Medieval RPG) See the Hylian page.