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The Week in Review Edition #16
4/28- 5/02
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Staff
Writers:
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@BigAxle
Editor:
@Aerodrome
I would like to take this time to apologize for the lack of content in tWiR. Sadly, I have been very busy so I have not been able to give my 100% all to the articles. Wthin a few weeks, however, I think I will be able to dedicate more time to it. Again, I apologize and I hope you enhoy the articles.
I would like to say a big and huge thank you to:
4/28- 5/02
Banner by @ Venus of the Desert Bloom
Staff
Writers:
@ Venus of the Desert Bloom
@TumblrFamous
@---
@Opossum
@Mario_and_Sonic_Guy
@Frostwraith
@ Pazzo.
@BigAxle
Editor:
@Aerodrome
I would like to take this time to apologize for the lack of content in tWiR. Sadly, I have been very busy so I have not been able to give my 100% all to the articles. Wthin a few weeks, however, I think I will be able to dedicate more time to it. Again, I apologize and I hope you enhoy the articles.
I would like to say a big and huge thank you to:
- @ Pazzo. , @BigAxle , and @TumblrFamous for the articles!
- @BKupa666 for agreeing to an interview
- To my staff members who help out to make the WiR great!
- To all the readers who support us!
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Want to help or contribute?
[collapse=Rules and Other Infos]This is the first edition of "The Week in Review". The Week in Review will be a series of articles I have made throughout the week concerning the Pic of Day through using posts, threads, and MiiVerse to pool information and opinions about Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS . However, the articles are not only limited to my own observation but to those of the larger Smash 4 community. Users are encouraged to submit articles and observations as well as opinions concerning the pictures that were updated throughout the week. I will explain how you can contribute later.
So what can you expect from this thread? On Friday, I will update the thread with a new article which will contain the Pic of the Day, other relevant images, information, I will also be pulling out interesting and thought provoking posts that have popped up throughout the week on the various threads such as the Wii U Discussion thread, 3DS Discussion Thread, MiiVerse Photo Thread, Roster Discussion Thread, character support threads as well as the Super Smash Bros, Wii U/3DS Backroom thus linking them altogether. In addition, I will also be adding up any information that Sakurai has revealed outside of the website/MiiVerse such as interviews and news articles.
I will open the thread on the weekend for people to talk about how the week went and comment on the articles. However, I will be closing the thread on Monday in order to prevent premature discussion about the weeks updates. I will be operating on Japanese Standard Time since both myself and Sakurai (OMG both of us in the same sentence?!?!?!) live on JST. View the JST Page in order to fully understand how time works.
Additionally, while this thread will focus on solely the Pic of the Day, I will sometimes allow pieces to be written about Smashboards, the Smash Community, MiiVerse, or Sakurai information. Additionally, once we have more information regarding the nature of the character, I will allow a user to write up an in-depth analysis of a character, veteran or newcomer. So come show your stuff!
Why is this thread needed?
We do have various discussion threads pertaining to various aspects of Smash. However, this is less of a discussion thread and more like a newsletter. I intend to present the facts and portray an unbiased review of the week. It will also serve as a hub to collect information, pictures, and articles that have been released in a weekly format thus allowing users to review the past weeks for better understanding how to predict future updates or to comb through information in an effective manner. It will also serve as a place to users to present their information, opinions, and observations in a semi-academical format. More information is listed below. If you see an interesting, funny, thought-provoking, or ridiculous post either on the SWF or on MiiVerse, PM me about it and I will include it! If you want me to remove you from a certain Tag, PM me and I will take you off.
Also, I wanted to use this space to allow users to be creative and constructive in speculating Smash in a more journalistic manner. I will not edit any posts except if they are inappropriate, bypass the censor, hateful in nature, or irrelevant.
How can I help?
You can contribute to this thread in many ways.
1) You can serve as a guest writer. This is done by contacting me via PM and apply to be a guest writer for the current week. I am able to allow or refuse the guest writer based on past credentials and reputation within the Smash 4 community so please keep that in mind.
After approval, I can either give you a piece to write OR you can choose one yourself. It should be focused on a particular Pic of the Day. Please promptly let me know which one you intend to. If I do not hear from you within a day, I will not accept an article. The article itself should be professionally written with little to no grammar or spelling mistakes. Any sources should be cited with a link to direct readers. While I understand some updates may be hard to write for, please write at least two paragraphs for each update. Unless it is an update of Luigi's nose but I am sure someone can find some Freudian psycho-analysis about that update. Please refer to the first edition post about how to write an article (though I am pretty sure many journalist/lit majors can do a much better job than I can lol).
2) You can help me gather posts that are excellent or at least interesting in nature. PM me any posts concerning a particular update and I will then add it to the articles. I frequent the above mentioned threads on a daily basis but I obviously miss things so I am heavily dependent on everyone getting me those great and thought-provoking posts. I want this thread to showcase what the brilliant minds in the Smash 4 community can do!
3) While you can discuss past and future weeks, please refrain from dissecting or analyzing the previous/future weeks and save that for the current week.
4) Could someone be a dear and make a banner for this thread. It's not urgent but a banner would be grand.[/collapse]
Table of Contents
1.1 Day #1: Imagine the Chaingrabs...
2.1 Day #2: Tether Recvoery Expanded!
3.1 E3 2014: Super Smash Bros. Invintational and Super Smash Bros. SmashFest @ Best Buy
3.1 Day #3: Raccoon Coslay
4.1 Day #4: You're making me Orney
5.1 Day #5:
6.1 Week Overview
7.1 Week in Review Interview: @BKupa666
8.1 We Want YOU to Vote! Results
Imagine the Chaingrabs….
Day #1: 4.28.2014
Writer: BigAxle
Today’s image brought us another Smash Bros Direct info tidbit, with speculation yet again confirmed, reaffirming that Midna is an Assist Trophy, designed to help the fighters as a non-playable character. However, this image does bring a small new detail, although one speculated; Midna will be an Assist Trophy who appears in both versions.
In this game, it appears that Midna will constantly appear in her imp-like form, and will move around to grab opponents. And that being said, she has a ridiculous reach with that arm, much larger than many characters. It appears that this throw will launch not only in the standard arc we have seen so far, but in a variety of directions, representing her uncontrollable nature, as Sakurai notes it. This continues the trends of revealing the information shown by the Smash Bros Direct, but only revealing slightly more details here and there.
Midna is one of the characters that will be appearing on both versions of the game. An earlier picture of the day noted that not all Pokeballs, items and Assist Trophies will appear in both versions. Midna is among those who have been shown to appear in both versions, as revealed today.
As with all models, Midna has an HD look in the Wii U version.
Here’s a sample of some of the user reactions and comments to this Picture of the Day:
Things Confirmed for Monday:
1. Midna will appear on the 3DS version as an Assist Trophy in addition to the Wii U version.
2. Midna will grab characters and throw them in a variety of directions.
Tether Recovery Expanded
04/29/2014
Day #2: Tuesday
Writer: Venus of the Desert Bloom
Tether recovery makes its expected return with Samus and Link demonstrating their tether recovers/ However, according to Sakurai:
For a refresher, here is what a tether recovery is:
Here is a list of characters who can tether recover in SSBB:
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Issue #9
Issue #10
Issue #11
Issue #12
Issue #13
Issue #13 Direct
Issue #14
Issue #15
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Want to help or contribute?
[collapse=Rules and Other Infos]This is the first edition of "The Week in Review". The Week in Review will be a series of articles I have made throughout the week concerning the Pic of Day through using posts, threads, and MiiVerse to pool information and opinions about Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS . However, the articles are not only limited to my own observation but to those of the larger Smash 4 community. Users are encouraged to submit articles and observations as well as opinions concerning the pictures that were updated throughout the week. I will explain how you can contribute later.
So what can you expect from this thread? On Friday, I will update the thread with a new article which will contain the Pic of the Day, other relevant images, information, I will also be pulling out interesting and thought provoking posts that have popped up throughout the week on the various threads such as the Wii U Discussion thread, 3DS Discussion Thread, MiiVerse Photo Thread, Roster Discussion Thread, character support threads as well as the Super Smash Bros, Wii U/3DS Backroom thus linking them altogether. In addition, I will also be adding up any information that Sakurai has revealed outside of the website/MiiVerse such as interviews and news articles.
I will open the thread on the weekend for people to talk about how the week went and comment on the articles. However, I will be closing the thread on Monday in order to prevent premature discussion about the weeks updates. I will be operating on Japanese Standard Time since both myself and Sakurai (OMG both of us in the same sentence?!?!?!) live on JST. View the JST Page in order to fully understand how time works.
Additionally, while this thread will focus on solely the Pic of the Day, I will sometimes allow pieces to be written about Smashboards, the Smash Community, MiiVerse, or Sakurai information. Additionally, once we have more information regarding the nature of the character, I will allow a user to write up an in-depth analysis of a character, veteran or newcomer. So come show your stuff!
Why is this thread needed?
We do have various discussion threads pertaining to various aspects of Smash. However, this is less of a discussion thread and more like a newsletter. I intend to present the facts and portray an unbiased review of the week. It will also serve as a hub to collect information, pictures, and articles that have been released in a weekly format thus allowing users to review the past weeks for better understanding how to predict future updates or to comb through information in an effective manner. It will also serve as a place to users to present their information, opinions, and observations in a semi-academical format. More information is listed below. If you see an interesting, funny, thought-provoking, or ridiculous post either on the SWF or on MiiVerse, PM me about it and I will include it! If you want me to remove you from a certain Tag, PM me and I will take you off.
Also, I wanted to use this space to allow users to be creative and constructive in speculating Smash in a more journalistic manner. I will not edit any posts except if they are inappropriate, bypass the censor, hateful in nature, or irrelevant.
How can I help?
You can contribute to this thread in many ways.
1) You can serve as a guest writer. This is done by contacting me via PM and apply to be a guest writer for the current week. I am able to allow or refuse the guest writer based on past credentials and reputation within the Smash 4 community so please keep that in mind.
After approval, I can either give you a piece to write OR you can choose one yourself. It should be focused on a particular Pic of the Day. Please promptly let me know which one you intend to. If I do not hear from you within a day, I will not accept an article. The article itself should be professionally written with little to no grammar or spelling mistakes. Any sources should be cited with a link to direct readers. While I understand some updates may be hard to write for, please write at least two paragraphs for each update. Unless it is an update of Luigi's nose but I am sure someone can find some Freudian psycho-analysis about that update. Please refer to the first edition post about how to write an article (though I am pretty sure many journalist/lit majors can do a much better job than I can lol).
2) You can help me gather posts that are excellent or at least interesting in nature. PM me any posts concerning a particular update and I will then add it to the articles. I frequent the above mentioned threads on a daily basis but I obviously miss things so I am heavily dependent on everyone getting me those great and thought-provoking posts. I want this thread to showcase what the brilliant minds in the Smash 4 community can do!
3) While you can discuss past and future weeks, please refrain from dissecting or analyzing the previous/future weeks and save that for the current week.
4) Could someone be a dear and make a banner for this thread. It's not urgent but a banner would be grand.[/collapse]
Table of Contents
1.1 Day #1: Imagine the Chaingrabs...
2.1 Day #2: Tether Recvoery Expanded!
3.1 E3 2014: Super Smash Bros. Invintational and Super Smash Bros. SmashFest @ Best Buy
3.1 Day #3: Raccoon Coslay
4.1 Day #4: You're making me Orney
5.1 Day #5:
6.1 Week Overview
7.1 Week in Review Interview: @BKupa666
8.1 We Want YOU to Vote! Results
Imagine the Chaingrabs….
Day #1: 4.28.2014
Writer: BigAxle
Today’s image brought us another Smash Bros Direct info tidbit, with speculation yet again confirmed, reaffirming that Midna is an Assist Trophy, designed to help the fighters as a non-playable character. However, this image does bring a small new detail, although one speculated; Midna will be an Assist Trophy who appears in both versions.
Midna is a character from the Legend of Zelda series, first appearing in Twilight Princess. It’s rather fitting, seeing as how Zelda and Link have their Twilight Princess designs. First appearing in the Smash Bros Direct during the Assist Trophy section, she was among those who were disconfirmed in the great assault. However, this isher first time appearing in the 3DS version. For those unfamiliar with Midna, here’s a quick synopsis on her.Sakurai said:Pic of the day. The Assist Trophy, Midna! This is the 3DS version. She's going to grab and throw things all over the place. Her uncontrollable, whimsical nature remains intact.
Midna, the Twilight Princess, is a main character in Twilight Princess. She is a resident of the Twilight Realm and a descendant of the ancient Twili people. At first she seems to be a strange, dark creature with an agenda of her own and little regard for Link, but she ends up changing her attitude towards those who are willing to help her.
Source: http://zeldawiki.org/Midna
Source: http://zeldawiki.org/Midna
In this game, it appears that Midna will constantly appear in her imp-like form, and will move around to grab opponents. And that being said, she has a ridiculous reach with that arm, much larger than many characters. It appears that this throw will launch not only in the standard arc we have seen so far, but in a variety of directions, representing her uncontrollable nature, as Sakurai notes it. This continues the trends of revealing the information shown by the Smash Bros Direct, but only revealing slightly more details here and there.
Midna is one of the characters that will be appearing on both versions of the game. An earlier picture of the day noted that not all Pokeballs, items and Assist Trophies will appear in both versions. Midna is among those who have been shown to appear in both versions, as revealed today.
As with all models, Midna has an HD look in the Wii U version.
Here’s a sample of some of the user reactions and comments to this Picture of the Day:
@FalKoopaBy the way, I wonder how many tears would have been shed if this POTD was shown before the direct. I'm pretty sure not many expected her, but many probably did want her.
@Pega-pony PrincessHuh. So, I guess this means we won’t see her 'human' form?
@Wanderer from RoseyardThough, it's perplexing that she doesn't use that Fused Shadow transformation, just like it's odd that Skull Kid doesn't bring the moon a-crashin' down.
@MasterofMonsterI didn't say this brought a ton of new details. But obvious or not, it Did confirm her for the 3DS. And it was possible what she did in the Direct was just 'slashing' characters. Only one frame showed Kirby that looked to be in her hand, and not just being clawed at. So there's that.
I just meant that people are already getting very impatient and greedy even. :/ We just had a massive Direct and info dumb, and E3 is slightly over a month away. It's very likely there won't be any major news until then.
I'd love to see something big, of course. I do expect One veteran to maintain hype Before the Direct. Probably Wario, or MetaKnight.
Things Confirmed for Monday:
1. Midna will appear on the 3DS version as an Assist Trophy in addition to the Wii U version.
2. Midna will grab characters and throw them in a variety of directions.
Tether Recovery Expanded
04/29/2014
Day #2: Tuesday
Writer: Venus of the Desert Bloom
Tether recovery makes its expected return with Samus and Link demonstrating their tether recovers/ However, according to Sakurai:
It appears that the ability to tether grab is much more enhanced; with it being farther and multiple persons able to tether grab the same lege though however actually grabs hold of it after tether grabbing is the same as any other ledge grab."Pic of the day. Tether recovery? Yes, you can! And from even longer range than before. Multiple fighters can latch on--who actually grabs hold is determined by the same rules as the standard ledge grab."
For a refresher, here is what a tether recovery is:
http://www.ssbwiki.com/tether_recoveryIf there is an open edge when it is used, the tether will automatically connect to it. Pressing the standard attack button after grappling an edge will pull the player towards it.
Here is a list of characters who can tether recover in SSBB:
- Ice Climbers - Belay (within a certain range)
- Zero Suit Samus - Plasma Wire
- Ivysaur - Vine Whip
- Olimar - Pikmin Chain
I don't think it's impossible to say Zero Suit Samus and Toon Link will also be able to. Depending on Ivysaur's fate, he to may be able to tether recover if he returns. The same goes for Lucas as well. However, seeing how Olimar now longer has his Up B attack not to mention the amount of of Pikmin he can have has been decreased to three, he may not be able to tether recover.
Sakurai mentioned before that, while the tether recovery is now changed, the standard ledge grab follows the standard rules. Here is a refresher of ledge grabbing
http://www.ssbwiki.com/LedgeAn edge is any part of a stage from which one can grab or tether (not to be confused with a wall grapple). Edges are often found at the ends of a stage's main platform.
While not exactly certain what will happen when two characters attempt to pull themselves up, this will drastically change the concept of edge-hogging....
http://www.ssbwiki.com/images/thumb/6/6c/Edge_Hog.png/300px-Edge_Hog.png[/quote]
...since it was impossible to tether recover while someone is grabbing onto the ledge. Now in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS, this allows a character to still tether recover but potentially unable to bring themselves up. This should lead to some interesting strategies and mind games once the game comes out.
Here is what some fans thought about this new change:
@Ruu MyuutsuLonger range for tethers and multiple characters being able to grab without getting edge hogged? Hellz yeah!
@Dan (Twinkie)I preferred the system in Brawl. Nothing was more satisfying than edgehoging someone with only your Zair.
@Waspdoes this mean that their standard grab-attack range also expands?
@BombukelpSakurai actually mentioned in an older pic of the day that you could trump other people's ledge grabs in some way. I wonder if the characters who can tether grab could possibly be deadlier opponents now on ledges due to the changes he has made.
Pic of the day. Jan 22, 2014:
http://alphazealot.smashboards.com/Daily/jan-22-2014.jpg
"Pic of the day. There are many changes being made to attack and defense options for grabbing edges. In this picture, Link is actually trumping Mario's grab.
Some other changes include:
-Air time and accumulated damage will determine your period of invincibility while hanging on an edge.
-Grab controls will no longer be affected by whether you have above or below 100% damage."
From what I have read so far I'm really digging the changes he is making to the ledge tech and recovery options but I won't be able to tell for sure until I see actual gameplay. What do you guys think
@ChickenWing13Too bad Olimar's recovery changed. Now he is going to miss out on this cool updated feature.
Olimar: Sakurai, why you tease me?
Sakurai:
@Noble ClamtasmI think this PotD presents an interesting scenario where two opponents tether for the same ledge. Judging from how the new ledge mechanics work, the character who grabs the ledge second will trump the ledge grab. I can imagine both players trying to stall in the air before grabbing the ledge, which I think can lead to interesting strategies.
Theorycrafting aside, I'm just glad there's a Link buff.
However, another exciting bit of news appeared as well on Tuesday....
Things confirmed for Tuesday:
1. Tether recoveries have a longer reach
2. Two or more can grab onto the same ledge
3. Pulling up onto the stage will still follow standard ledge grabbing rules
E# 2014: Nintendo Invitational and Super Smash Bros. Smash Fest @ Best Buy
04/29/2014
Day #2: Tuesday
Writer: Venus of the Desert Bloom
Smash fans went literally ballistic on Tuesday morning when Nintendo announced their plans at E3. Last year, Nintendo showcased their games and wares via a Direct which was mostly well-received among fans. Nintendo brought news through an entertaining and creative video. Check it out if you haven't already:
Nintendo this year seems to be pulling out all of the stops at E3 with the following:
Super Smash Bros. Invitational
Nintendo Digital Event2014 will see the arrival of not one, but two new Super Smash Bros. games: Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Super Smash Bros. for Wii U. To commemorate this occasion, Nintendo is inviting 16 highly skilled Super Smash Bros. players to the NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles to compete in a Super Smash Bros. for Wii U tournament. Thousands of fans in the audience and countless more watching a live stream online will see new Super Smash Bros. characters clash with existing favorites in action for the first time. More important than declaring a winner, however, this event is a celebration of all things Super Smash Bros., and a great way for new and veteran fans to take part in a tribute to this legendary franchise. More information about the 16 invited participants in the tournament, the identity of the announcers, and how fans of the franchise can view the tournament in person and via webcast, will be communicated shortly.
Nintendo Treehouse: Live@ E3Every year, Nintendo looks for the best way to show its games and share its news with fans, media and other key audiences. In 2013, Nintendo decided to forgo a traditional press conference and use a video – in that case a Nintendo Direct – to share its news from E3. The company is building on that approach at E3 2014 with the "Nintendo Digital Event," a new kind of video program that will reveal and provide further detail about the gaming experiences on the way for Nintendo platforms in 2014 and beyond. The Nintendo Digital Event will air at 9 a.m. PT on Tuesday, June 10.
Super Smash Bros. Smash Fest @ Best BuyThis year, Nintendo will offer fans a deeper look at Nintendo's biggest games of E3, with information directly from the source. The "Treehouse," the Product Development department at Nintendo of America, will provide in-depth game demos live and unscripted from Nintendo's booth. This new program will be live streamed during all hours of the E3 show. Fans can get settled in, open their browsers and experience the Nintendo games at E3 like never before.
In years past Nintendo allowed E3 attendees to try out their wares by playing demos that were presented on the Nintendo floor. This left many of those who were unable to attend thirsting for knowledge of any kind. Now, with this Super Smash Bros. Smash Fest @ Best Buy, this will bring E3 to the nearest Best Buy.In 2013, Nintendo broke new ground by expanding its E3 activities outside of the walls of the Los Angeles Convention Center and letting fans play some of the games being played on the show floor at participating Best Buy stores. The partnership between Nintendo and Best Buy continues in 2014 and will mark the first time around the world that fans have had the opportunity to get their hands on Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.
It is best to see if your Best Buy will actually be hosting a local tournament so I would suggest calling in advance to see if they are hosting one. If they are not hosting a Super Smash Bros. event, then I would suggest asking for a store nearby that is.
This event is going to be very important for any Smash fan as it will allow fans to both watch and experience the new installment directly. In addition, Nintendo seems aware of several things:
1) Brawl was received poorly among the competitive players. With several options added intot he game as of late and also inviting the top Smash players to test out the game live at E3 is ending a huge message to both competitive and casual players that Nintendo is serious about making this game tailored to fans. However, this could also potentially hurt Nintendo has negative responses to the game during both the demo and the Invitational could potentially hurt sales. It is a 50/50 situation and a potentially risky move.
2) They know that Super Smash Bros. for Wii U will be a huge selling point for the system and is expanding the games activities. Nintendo seems to be putting out an extra effort in maximizing the games publicity as making the game a huge focal point of their marketing strategy. Never before has a Super Smash Bros. game received this amount of attention and involvement from Nintendo.
3) Nintendo understands the video game market and Nintendo's position within it which has been slacking in recent years. They also understand the Wii U is selling very poorly while the 3DS is doing great. Always seeking for innovative ways to market their products; they are trying something pretty revolutionary by allowing not only E3 attendees to try out the games but practically every Smash fan within North America.
Here is how fans are responding to this news:
@XiiviHopefully this is a sign of good things to come.
@IguanaRegardless of what rules they will have, this is amazing. Can't wait to see who gets invited. But more importantly, can't wait to see what Nintendo has in store for their Digital Event. (still crossing fingers for a new F-Zero game)
Also, winner of the invitational plays a best of 5 with Fils-A-Mech for extra prizes.
@OptimisticNicI just hope they choose actual players (like those on the list) and not a pre-determined roster of actors posing as pro players (*AHEM* More than half the contestants of The Tester).
@SmashShadowThis is super hype. Especially the fact that we'll be getting a demo soon.
@MonK4OH MY GOSH I SAW THIS ON POLYGON AND RUSHED HERE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
@SchAlternateThis is so awesome!
Luigifan141I really hope the Best Buy event has more than one Wii U to play Smash on. It was ridiculous to wait more than 3 hours in line to play two minutes of Mario Kart 8 last year (but it was worth it)
@DrMcNuggetMEW2KING VS SAKURAI GRAND FINALS WHAT????
@TheReflexWonderGods, I remember pioneering an awful lot in the beginning of Brawl's lifespan (though I suppose I might be a bit of a footnote now), like the importance of SDI, combo potential of sourspots, and pushing a lot of characters to their limit. So much research...I plan to stick it to all of you come release date, but I wish I had that opportunity on center stage here, too.
Either way, this is a really great thing. Whoever is there, please represent the community in a positive way. It's a huge opportunity that absolutely shouldn't be squandered.
@Captain HotcakesNintendo could very well be seeding a pool of potential players who fit competitive criteria right now, which would give 2 months in advance for planning and for the players to adapt to the new game and any new controller styles.
I'd be shocked (and probably stop watching) if at least one player AlphaZealot's the suggested list doesn't get in. Nintendo wouldn't do an event like this if they haven't been watching the fans and the community all this time. This stuff is fanservice of the purest degree.
Also, if the Smash Bros. Invitational and Smash-Fest @ BestBuy (MA players represent!) are on the same day, I'll likely find a way to record the former somehow. Hopefully there's some painless effort of archiving it on Twitch or something.
@Souphis is an excellent marketing strategy by Nintendo and a great chance to try out the new smash game. It's going to sell like hotcakes at this rate with all the hype going to be built up from demos in the summer and the E3 event.
I personally will be living at Best Buy starting in June.
SmashbroskillaThe players will be probably using 100% pro-controllers to push the sales of them for the game. I would pretend like I'm going to compete and then just run to the other side of the map and start testing wave dashing and L cancelling. The REAL important factors of the game lol.
As to who these 16 invitees are is unsure but @AlphaZealot composed a list of potential candidates:
- Mew2King - One of the best at Brawl and Melee
- Isai - Best at Smash 64
- PPMD - Apex Champion
- Mango - EVO Champion
- Gnes - MLG 2010 Champion for Brawl
- Ally - Best Brawl players for several years
- PC Chris - MLG 2006 Champion for Melee
- KoreanDJ - MLG 2006 Runner up and winner of the 2008 Best Buy launch tournament (Crystal Wii)
- Ken - Undisputed Worlds best Melee player from 2004-2006 and Survivor star
- Chu Dat - One of the best Melee and Brawl players, also made it to Top 8 of the Brawl GameStop launch event
- Azen - One of the best overall gamers alive and one of the best veteran Melee players
- Hungrybox - One of the big 5 Melee players and sponsored by Curse
- Lee Martin - Top Brawl player and winner of the 2008 GameStop Launch tournament
- Nairo - Apex Champion and arguably the best Brawl player at current
- ADHD - One of the best Brawl players
- DEHF - One of the best Brawl and rising Melee players, Apex Champion
*List compiled by AlphaZealot
http://smashboards.com/threads/nintendo-invitational-announced-who-gets-an-invite.353892/
Many had different thoughts on whose 16 should be. Some preferred only pro players. Others preferred non-competitive or casual players. Others preferred a mixture. And some I imagine are checking their inboxes everyday until June to see if Nintendo sends them an invite.
Regardless what you think, this amount of attention on one game shows that Nintendo is extremely invested in the success of the game. This success coild potentially boost Wii U sales which is already in decline.
In addition, this marketing move by Nintendo appears to be an effort to reach out to both competitive and casual players alike. E3 can't come soon enough.
Raccoon Cosplay!
04/30/2014
Day #3: Wednesday
Writer: Venus of the Desert Bloom
In the Super Mario Bros. series, the Super Leaf is a power-up item that changed the player into a Raccoon version of themselves.
Judging from this picture, each character will receive a pair of Raccoon Ears and a tail after obtaining the leaf. This could lead to some potentially humorous situations such as:
Here are what some users had to say about it:
Things Confirmed for Wednesday:
1. Super Leaf confirmed as an item
2. It will add ears and a tail to the character
3. They can float in the air
4. Unknown if it can attack
You're Making me Orney
5/01/14
Day #4: Thursday
Writer: TumblrFamous
Well, it's the first day of May, and what do we get? Boo filler pics, yay new info! Yes, we get a sneak peak of an enemy most KI fans know as an Orne, a ruthless enemy in Kid Icarus: Uprising, known to be very menacing and very dangerous foes. They are known to be an insta-kill in Uprising.Here's what our dear Director had to say:
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Orne Art in KI Uprising
The main speculation was whether or not the Orne is an Assist Trophy or a Smash Run enemy, or even possibly a stage hazard in the Reset Bomb Forest. However, most Smash fans came to the conclusion that he is most likely a Smash Run enemy. Speaking of Smash Fans, let's see what they all have to say about this showcase!
Now, what's so interesting about this update? For some, it may go right over their heads. The "Ultimate Chimera" is an Earthbound enemy, and as most of you recall, was a stage hazard on the New Pork City stage in Brawl. And I'm pretty sure we all know how evil that enemy was...
...Ew.
So here we have our first official Earthbound reference on the site. What could this mean? Will we be seeing Ness or Lucas soon? After all, we did at least know that some form of Earthbound representation will be in the game, thanks to the Franklin Badge and Mr. Saturn confirmations. So where's our psychic duo? Smashers on the Miiverse Thread enjoyed speculation other forms of Earthbound representation, from enemies to stages to new items. And of course, when we'll see Ness and Lucas.
Things Confirmed For Thursday
1. The Orne is confirmed to be in the game to an unknown extent.
2. The Mother franchise has now been officially referenced.
Rollin' into Smash!
05/02/2014
Day #5: Friday
Writer: Venus of the Desert Bloom
http://smashboards.com/threads/nintendo-invitational-announced-who-gets-an-invite.353892/
Many had different thoughts on whose 16 should be. Some preferred only pro players. Others preferred non-competitive or casual players. Others preferred a mixture. And some I imagine are checking their inboxes everyday until June to see if Nintendo sends them an invite.
@Waspi don't give **** about those "awesome" players... i'd rather see that there's new content in this demo available for the invited players to play with so we get to see more new stuff. I'd rather see that instead of fox and marth-matches all the time. If the invitings would go to people who play with glitches and so called "advanced techniques" then so be it, but I'd gave others a chance rather than these guys who know the games too good... they don't need to be convinced still.
Please let the invitations go to smashfans who play at regular base. It would be best for everyone i think.
@tbtechwizobviously none of us, but the nintendo fanboys who have competitive traits
and I expect huge dissappointment from the play quality frmo them
I also expect cops to be at every best buy or large sums of people getting kicked out for being too roudy at the demo stations
link2702I am very curious just who they choose, with as little about competitive smash as nintendo knows, i have to wonder just which players they do actually know about.
@KidKrimzonAnd the nintendo releases the invitations to 16 people we've never heard of...
@Mang@TortleBut good luck to those who receive the invites. Be grateful.
Though, I do wish the invites were open to everyone and not just "pros". Guess Nintendo wants a great show. And I think with this game, everyone is going to be on just about even playing field with the new mechanics and different controller.
@Tselel (5805)If these are the names that Nintendo chooses, it will be huge for their relationship with the competitive Smash community.
Regardless what you think, this amount of attention on one game shows that Nintendo is extremely invested in the success of the game. This success coild potentially boost Wii U sales which is already in decline.
In addition, this marketing move by Nintendo appears to be an effort to reach out to both competitive and casual players alike. E3 can't come soon enough.
Raccoon Cosplay!
04/30/2014
Day #3: Wednesday
Writer: Venus of the Desert Bloom
An item that was not featured in the Direct but was featured in the Promotional Pictures that was discovered shortly after the Direct graces the PotD; giving some insight to what it possible does.Sakurai said:"Pic of the day. With the Super Leaf, any fighter can have ears and a tail. You can also float in the air by pressing the jump button. We're still figuring out whether you'll be able to attack with the tail..."
In the Super Mario Bros. series, the Super Leaf is a power-up item that changed the player into a Raccoon version of themselves.
While unconfirmed if the tail will be able to attack other players, Sakurai did confirm that it will allow players to float momentarily. It is unknown how this will impact multiple jump characters such as Meta Knight and Pit nor characters such as Peach that can already float.A Super Leaf is one of the many power-up items in the Mario series. Super Leaves originated in the game Super Mario Bros. 3, where they turn Mario into Raccoon Mario. As such, Mario or Luigi will grow raccoon ears and a raccoon tail. This tail has many functions. A move of the Super Leaf is using the tail the Bros. get to spin nearby enemies by pressing the B/X/Y Button. Second, if Mario or Luigi is in the air, he can descend slowly by wagging the tail. Third, Mario and Luigi can use the tail to hit a ? Block/Brick Block to make the item pop out or break the Brick Block.
Judging from this picture, each character will receive a pair of Raccoon Ears and a tail after obtaining the leaf. This could lead to some potentially humorous situations such as:
Here are what some users had to say about it:
@Rasgar
@O'kaz A1Makes me wonder how it would work out by other characters such as Game & Watch, Pikachu, Fox and so on...
@Mr LangeI wonder if Charizard's raccoon tail will be on fire.
@YoshiandToadI'm really interested to see how this works on the animal characters who already have tails.
Also a little bit of a wasted opportunity; Luigi's doesn't let him have a Kitsune tail and ears. Dang.
@Mega Bidoof@Toonooki Link.
I'm just gonna wait to see Ganondorf with this on while doing his diabolical laugh.
"MWAHAHAHAHA!!! I'M SO ADORABLE!!!!!"
@Time/Space MageThis was one of my favorite powerups as a kid. I am so jealous of them; I still want a raccoon tail that can fly lol.
Wonder if the sound fx and puff of smoke will be there? Will it trigger on pickup like the Metal Box, or by touch like Mushrooms and Starmen?
@UffeD'awww! Look at Toon Link. x3 PETA is going to be all over this one. I want to see Ness with this. I especially want to see Captain Falcon with this item on. xD
Things Confirmed for Wednesday:
1. Super Leaf confirmed as an item
2. It will add ears and a tail to the character
3. They can float in the air
4. Unknown if it can attack
You're Making me Orney
5/01/14
Day #4: Thursday
Writer: TumblrFamous
Well, it's the first day of May, and what do we get? Boo filler pics, yay new info! Yes, we get a sneak peak of an enemy most KI fans know as an Orne, a ruthless enemy in Kid Icarus: Uprising, known to be very menacing and very dangerous foes. They are known to be an insta-kill in Uprising.Here's what our dear Director had to say:
Wow, so much Kid Icarus stuff. We already have two stages, two trophies, new moves for Pit, and an onslaught of items and Smash Run enemies. Can there possibly be any more KI stuff included? (Pic of the day. The menacing foe, Orne! It inflicts devastating damage--it's even more powerful than the Ultimate Chimera in the last game. RUNNN!!
Orne Art in KI Uprising
The main speculation was whether or not the Orne is an Assist Trophy or a Smash Run enemy, or even possibly a stage hazard in the Reset Bomb Forest. However, most Smash fans came to the conclusion that he is most likely a Smash Run enemy. Speaking of Smash Fans, let's see what they all have to say about this showcase!
@chronomanticAn AT or part of Smash Run maybe?
@MasterofMonsterProbably not a Boss, as I expect it to be immortal, as Always (almost Always), so it's probably something like the Ultimare Chimera. A veeery dangerous Hazard~
I hope it's theme will start once it shows up, hehe.
@MisterVideoGamingSo, that's in. Nice to know it'll scare me in another game. If one game wasn't bad enough.
Though in this case, I really doubt that Sakurai would make it instant-kill. It's most likely gonna be high damage or high knockback.
Now, what's so interesting about this update? For some, it may go right over their heads. The "Ultimate Chimera" is an Earthbound enemy, and as most of you recall, was a stage hazard on the New Pork City stage in Brawl. And I'm pretty sure we all know how evil that enemy was...
...Ew.
So here we have our first official Earthbound reference on the site. What could this mean? Will we be seeing Ness or Lucas soon? After all, we did at least know that some form of Earthbound representation will be in the game, thanks to the Franklin Badge and Mr. Saturn confirmations. So where's our psychic duo? Smashers on the Miiverse Thread enjoyed speculation other forms of Earthbound representation, from enemies to stages to new items. And of course, when we'll see Ness and Lucas.
Things Confirmed For Thursday
1. The Orne is confirmed to be in the game to an unknown extent.
2. The Mother franchise has now been officially referenced.
Rollin' into Smash!
05/02/2014
Day #5: Friday
Writer: Venus of the Desert Bloom
Dillon, the star of the game franchise, Dillon's Rolling Western rolls into Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS as a new assist trophy. Within the game, he is notable for being able to run and roll fast to defeat enemies, solve puzzles, and travel. Dillon's Rolling Western is notable for it being a successful Nintendo 3DS downloadable game as well as as for its humor and ties with spaghetti westerns.
Sakurai had this to say about Dillon:
Within his game, he performs Rolling Attacks which the power is dependent on the kind of Boots he wears. While I doubt this will come into play as his Assist Trophy, it is something to keep noted.
http://dillonsrollingwestern.wikia.com/wiki/Rolling_Attack
Dillon's Rolling Attack in game
Dillon is also capable of delivering a charge attack during his roll which produces a shockwave of sorts. This could be potentially what Sakurai was hinting at in his second quote.
http://dillonsrollingwestern.wikia.com/wiki/Charge_Attack
Dillon is also capable of performing a Drift Attack, a Tunneling Attack, and a Claw Attack. While unconfirmed, it may be possible that Dillon could use these attacks as well.
As with any Assist Trophy or Pokemon update, this means that Dillon as a playable character is deconfirmed. Supporters of Dillon may be sad about him not being included in the roster but he is still within the game. Plus, his HD model looks absolutely gorgeous. There are high hopes that his inclusion may spark another installment on the 3DS or potentially a Wii U release.
Sakurai had this to say about Dillon:
Additionally, he added a second picture which included his trophy found in the Wii U version and this quote:"Pic of the day. We didn't introduce ALL of the Assist Trophies in the Smash Bros. Direct. Here's Dillon from Dillon's Rolling Western!! He may rival Sonic in the art of rolling."
While unconfirmed what the character does when summoned, Sakurai kept on mentioning how he rolls which may be a clear indication that he will roll with his attacks. The second quote suggests he may doing a powerful, fast charge attack as well. He also mentions that Dillon's rolling powers may be on par with Sonic. I imagine that while Sonic has the speed, he has the power."Pic of the day. This is his trophy. He may be an animal, and his buckles are definitely on the adorable side, but there's no denying he looks cool!! His Assist Trophy can even do things like a quick charge."
Within his game, he performs Rolling Attacks which the power is dependent on the kind of Boots he wears. While I doubt this will come into play as his Assist Trophy, it is something to keep noted.
http://dillonsrollingwestern.wikia.com/wiki/Rolling_Attack
Dillon's Rolling Attack in game
Dillon is also capable of delivering a charge attack during his roll which produces a shockwave of sorts. This could be potentially what Sakurai was hinting at in his second quote.
http://dillonsrollingwestern.wikia.com/wiki/Charge_Attack
Dillon is also capable of performing a Drift Attack, a Tunneling Attack, and a Claw Attack. While unconfirmed, it may be possible that Dillon could use these attacks as well.
As with any Assist Trophy or Pokemon update, this means that Dillon as a playable character is deconfirmed. Supporters of Dillon may be sad about him not being included in the roster but he is still within the game. Plus, his HD model looks absolutely gorgeous. There are high hopes that his inclusion may spark another installment on the 3DS or potentially a Wii U release.
@Chris BakerWell there just went a lot of people's hopes and dreams.
@Cap'nChreestIs it wrong that I want him as a character now?
@The Drilling JuggernautAny idea what he might do? Charge up then slam opponents out, grind on them to cause massive amounts of damage, or both?
@XiiviHe was someone who I didn't care about at first; but over time I really liked the idea of him in smash and began to secretly hope for him as well.
@ZhadgonMeh, I would prefer a playable Dillon over WFT or Greninja, still cool to see him in the game.
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@Radical BeamI really wanted Dillon. Nintendo should acknowledge the e-shop somehow, and he really fit. I'm still hoping though... he's so badass, and I'd love a Dillon stage.
@XenoblazeI feel a lot more irritated by this announcement then other people out there.
This is like the 4th character I wanted that was shot down.
@ArteenHis playable chances were slim, so an assist trophy appearance is still pretty good.
He's looking sharp.
@SmashShadowAt least the model is top notch.
Things confirmed for Friday
1. Dillon is an Assist Trophy
2. He uses a rolling attack and a charge attack.
3. He has a trophy.
Overview
This week was much like the others with sporadic new information here and there. Monday focused on Midna and her appearance as an Assist Trophy. Tuesday was some new information with the tether recovery making a return and receiving a boost. Wednesday showed us the Super Leaf and how it transforms players into Raccoon (only the ears and tail mind you). Thursday was a new enemy potentially in Smash Run. It is the Orne and is capable of delivering high amounts of damage to players. Finally, Friday was the reveal of Dillon as a new Assist Trophy. He is able to perform rolling attacks as well as a supposed charge attack. Overall, this was a week with some new information sprinkled with updates from the Direct.1. Dillon is an Assist Trophy
2. He uses a rolling attack and a charge attack.
3. He has a trophy.
Overview
Oh but there is more! Wednesday also unveiled that Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS will receive a lot of attention at E3 with the Super Smash Bros. Invitational and the Super Smash Bros. SmashFest @ Best Buy. The Invitational is a tournament at E3 that will invite 16 notable players to try out and compete live with the new game. The SmashFest brings E3 to your home town's Best Buy. It will allow Best Buys to set up their own tournaments and allow local players to try out the game. Overall, a great week for new information in terms of E3 and fans are looking forward to seeing more of it.
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