Game Theory: Zelda Rupees are REAL?!? (ft. PBG)

TL;DR

Exploring the real-world value of Zelda's rupees, finding them to be worth millions in sapphires and rubies.

Transcript

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Key Insights

• 👾 Rupees in Zelda games are equated to sapphires and rubies in the real world.
• 🖐️ Crystallography and Pleochroism play crucial roles in identifying rupees as corundum-based gemstones.
• 🤩 The density and dimensions of rupees are key factors in determining their real-world value.

Questions & Answers

Q: How did MatPat and PBG determine the real-world value of Zelda rupees?

They used calculations based on the dimensions, volume, and density of the rupees to find their correlation to sapphires and rubies, ultimately valuing a single rupee at millions of dollars.

Q: What role did crystallography play in the analysis of Zelda rupees?

Crystallography helped identify the hexagonal shape of the rupees, confirming them to align with the crystal structure of corundum, leading to the conclusion that rupees are sapphires and rubies.

Q: What insight did Pleochroism offer in determining the true identity of Zelda rupees?

Pleochroism, an optical property unique to certain gemstones, was observed in rupees confirming their correlation to corundum, specifically sapphires and rubies, due to the color-shifting characteristic.

Q: How did MatPat and PBG calculate the value of a single Ocarina of Time green rupee?

By factoring in the density of sapphire, the size of the rupee, and crystallographic properties, the duo determined the value of a single rupee to be an astonishing $13,494,248.75.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• MatPat and PBG delve into the value of Zelda rupees, uncovering they are correlated to rubies and sapphires.

• Through crystallography and density calculations, the duo determines a single rupee's worth to be millions in green sapphire.

• The analysis concludes with a humorous take on the absurdity of game items and the true value of Zelda's currency.