Hanyou
didn't build that
The true problem people had with the Bokoblins was the design of them. Many didn't like the design and the fact that they were actually somewhat competent. The fact that they had the capability to block and actually counter you made them a fair challenge. It wasn't just random swing swing KO. It was actually skill. The game required more skill, which makes the game great.
People honestly had a problem with the Bokoblins' design? How on earth do they respond to the enemies in the original Legend of Zelda? To me, they don't look that different from the Moblins from that game, an equally common enemy.
Anyway, I didn't know that criticizing Bokoblins was a thing until I saw this thread. I just dealt with them like any other enemy, didn't spend much time thinking about it, and assumed everyone else handled them the same way.