As my character discussion thread went down the pan, consider this thread my "Hello!" gift to the Smashboards community. I just figured that as Assist Trophies and Poké Balls are almost indefinitely going to turn out to be a pretty expansive list (some are even predicting their numbers to range over the 200 mark) it would be most logical to include them all together in one aesthetically pleasing, useful list.
This place, like most threads on forums in the world, can serve as a discussion point, to muse and talk over all current and possible entries of the Trophy/Poké section of Brawl. While Assist Trophies are certainly causing the most interest at the moment, and for good reason, there's still no reason while our pokémon-obsessed friends shouldn't rear their Munchlax-hatted heads at us. Are, for example, fourth generation pokémon going to be included in Brawl? There are many issues that can be raised regarding these special items (ATs and PBs) and this will hopefully keep this thread alive, bustling and healthy for a long time to come.
And now, the Assist Trophy list as it is constantly revealed. With so many surely to be revealed, it is unlikely that they will all be known about until after Brawl's release meaning this thread should last a very long time!
Assist Trophies
Dr. Wright
Series/Game: Simcity
Bio: My, my! Isn't this a shocking Assist Trophy? This character from the SNES version of Simcity is actually a mayor. Originally, I thought that Nintendo must have bought the rights for this character for just this reason but apparently they already had it off Maxis. Dr. Wright is actually based off the Simcity creator Will Wright. His attack is one of the most unique attacks yet as he uses his mayoral status to create a load of skyscrapers spring up on the stage. If you're on top of those skyscrapers when they crop up then chances are, you're going flying!
Hammer Bro
Series/Game: Super Mario Series
Bio: Hammer Bro is a Koopa from the Mushroom Kingdom, but of course, in accordance with his name, he throws his famed hammers. We've all played 2D Mario platformers so we should all appreciate just how difficult they can be to dodge! I wonder whether Hammer Bro gets bored sometimes... I mean, when your life is merely throwing hammers, though screenshots do suggest that he has specific targets. Assassin!
Nintendog
Series/Game: Nintendogs
Bio: Nintendog is one of the more unusual Assist Trophies because, as a puppy there's not much it can do attack-wise. Instead, the puppy use its powers of cuteness and scampers to the front of the screen to stop players from seeing the events of the match below. You may think that this isn't very helpful for an "Assist" trophy but as Sakurai points out... it will "calm your mental state"!
Samurai Goro
Series/Game: F-Zero
Bio: I could have sworn it was Samurai Goroh, but never mind! Samurai Goro caused a wealth of controversy on his status as an Assist Trophy as so many fans wanted him as a playable character. What are your thoughts on the matter? Anyway, Samurai Goro's only attacks with the blade at his hip meaning he'll run and swipe at any opponent on the playing field... it would be painful to have him on your bad side! As the most popular F-Zero candidate it is possible that Captain Falcon will remain the only F-Zero representative but chin up F-Zero fans, eh?
Poké Balls
Chikorita
Generation: 2nd Generation
Bio: Chikorita is not an original addition to Smash Bros, having appeared in Super Smash Bros. Melee. Her attack does exactly what it did in Melee too, as she quick-fires a rapid succession of razor-sharp leafs at any opponent who dares stand in her way. Who'd of thought that cute little starter pokémon from Gold/Silver could turn out to be so evil! I'm sure she means well!
Goldeen
Generation: 1st Generation
Bio: Goldeen is the most fearsome pokémon that you could possibly face in Brawl... just kidding... Goldeen is the dud. Upon releasing her from that poké ball prison, Goldeen just splashes around. Seriously, nothing else... just splashes around. No wonder Wario's looking so pleased with himself. Personally, it would be more logical to have Magikarp in this position but as Goldeen has been splashing around since the very first Smash Bros. I'm pretty sure she's here to stay.
Groudon
Generation: 3rd Generation
Bio: In the pokémon universe, Groudon has a pretty high status. He's what's known as a legendary pokémon and appeared on the front cover of Pokémon Ruby... I bet he's feeling really cocky with himself. Groudon doesn't directly attack. Instead, he just stands there letting anyone who touches him (except the person who freed him from the poké ball) get severely burnt. This wouldn't be a problem except Groudon takes up most of the stage!
And there we have it. The known Assist Trophy/Poké Ball roster as it were. There's much to discuss, so let's get on and discuss it shall we!?
This place, like most threads on forums in the world, can serve as a discussion point, to muse and talk over all current and possible entries of the Trophy/Poké section of Brawl. While Assist Trophies are certainly causing the most interest at the moment, and for good reason, there's still no reason while our pokémon-obsessed friends shouldn't rear their Munchlax-hatted heads at us. Are, for example, fourth generation pokémon going to be included in Brawl? There are many issues that can be raised regarding these special items (ATs and PBs) and this will hopefully keep this thread alive, bustling and healthy for a long time to come.
What are Assist Trophies?
Assist Trophies are brand new additions to the Super Smash Bros. series. They work in a similar way to poké balls but with much more potential variety as literally any character from Nintendo history could appear from it. Imagine the large variety of attacks that can happen on top of the actual characters (believe me, they're very unique). Assist Trophies also tend to be invincible but with a few exceptions! You won't know who will appear until you use the Assist Trophy so it, like poké balls is very much a gamble to use. As Sakurai says, there are so many unique additions for the AT roster, only the most dedicated fans will recognise them. Assist Trophies are a massive addition to Brawl!
And now, the Assist Trophy list as it is constantly revealed. With so many surely to be revealed, it is unlikely that they will all be known about until after Brawl's release meaning this thread should last a very long time!
Assist Trophies
Dr. Wright
Series/Game: Simcity
Bio: My, my! Isn't this a shocking Assist Trophy? This character from the SNES version of Simcity is actually a mayor. Originally, I thought that Nintendo must have bought the rights for this character for just this reason but apparently they already had it off Maxis. Dr. Wright is actually based off the Simcity creator Will Wright. His attack is one of the most unique attacks yet as he uses his mayoral status to create a load of skyscrapers spring up on the stage. If you're on top of those skyscrapers when they crop up then chances are, you're going flying!
Hammer Bro
Series/Game: Super Mario Series
Bio: Hammer Bro is a Koopa from the Mushroom Kingdom, but of course, in accordance with his name, he throws his famed hammers. We've all played 2D Mario platformers so we should all appreciate just how difficult they can be to dodge! I wonder whether Hammer Bro gets bored sometimes... I mean, when your life is merely throwing hammers, though screenshots do suggest that he has specific targets. Assassin!
Nintendog
Series/Game: Nintendogs
Bio: Nintendog is one of the more unusual Assist Trophies because, as a puppy there's not much it can do attack-wise. Instead, the puppy use its powers of cuteness and scampers to the front of the screen to stop players from seeing the events of the match below. You may think that this isn't very helpful for an "Assist" trophy but as Sakurai points out... it will "calm your mental state"!
Samurai Goro
Series/Game: F-Zero
Bio: I could have sworn it was Samurai Goroh, but never mind! Samurai Goro caused a wealth of controversy on his status as an Assist Trophy as so many fans wanted him as a playable character. What are your thoughts on the matter? Anyway, Samurai Goro's only attacks with the blade at his hip meaning he'll run and swipe at any opponent on the playing field... it would be painful to have him on your bad side! As the most popular F-Zero candidate it is possible that Captain Falcon will remain the only F-Zero representative but chin up F-Zero fans, eh?
What are Poké Balls?
Poké Balls have been a staple of the Super Smash Bros. series since the very beginning. For my friends, Melee actually made pokémon cool again and there's no denying the appeal of so many unique attacks that they can offer. Whenever you throw a poké ball, a pokémon will come out of it and, with any luck, will do an attack before disappearing into the unknown. The variety of these pokémon are unpredictable and unprecedented but here's hoping that Brawl will offer a substantial number! There are currently 493 potential pokémon to be included in Brawl (minus Pikachu as Pikachu's already a playable character!)
Poké Balls
Chikorita
Generation: 2nd Generation
Bio: Chikorita is not an original addition to Smash Bros, having appeared in Super Smash Bros. Melee. Her attack does exactly what it did in Melee too, as she quick-fires a rapid succession of razor-sharp leafs at any opponent who dares stand in her way. Who'd of thought that cute little starter pokémon from Gold/Silver could turn out to be so evil! I'm sure she means well!
Goldeen
Generation: 1st Generation
Bio: Goldeen is the most fearsome pokémon that you could possibly face in Brawl... just kidding... Goldeen is the dud. Upon releasing her from that poké ball prison, Goldeen just splashes around. Seriously, nothing else... just splashes around. No wonder Wario's looking so pleased with himself. Personally, it would be more logical to have Magikarp in this position but as Goldeen has been splashing around since the very first Smash Bros. I'm pretty sure she's here to stay.
Groudon
Generation: 3rd Generation
Bio: In the pokémon universe, Groudon has a pretty high status. He's what's known as a legendary pokémon and appeared on the front cover of Pokémon Ruby... I bet he's feeling really cocky with himself. Groudon doesn't directly attack. Instead, he just stands there letting anyone who touches him (except the person who freed him from the poké ball) get severely burnt. This wouldn't be a problem except Groudon takes up most of the stage!
And there we have it. The known Assist Trophy/Poké Ball roster as it were. There's much to discuss, so let's get on and discuss it shall we!?
He will an opponent (or opponents) sleep and inflict damage on them.