Walleye are more difficult to hook into then bass, I'll give you that one (Except in Northern Ontario. There everything is easy to catch)
But in terms of fight its not even close. I'd rather reel a water soaked log off the bottom of the lake then fight a walleye.
Here's a beer that any self respecting Walleye would like.
http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo/product/duvel/379990#.W9Yd6ntKj3g
Even with its 8.5% it's a smooth beer that can kick your ass and you won't know it till you try and stand up. Belgium is not big in the world scene; but they know how to brew a great beer. Not cheap but get a 4 pack and cool it just short of freezing and enjoy.
Dan.