Congratulations, Min Min! ARMS character(s) for Smash discussion

[Kirbeh]

I like Spring Man and Ribbon Girl equally, but my vote has to go to Spring Man. As the poster boy, he seems like the character they'd go with if ARMS was to get any representation.

I could see Ribbon Girl getting in as well as either an alt for Spring Man or a clone/semi-clone. It if were up to me, I'd go with the latter. Smash is no stranger to clones after all and there's precedent for it.

While I'm interested in ARMS, I think whether or not they get a character in Smash in the future depends on how well the game actually does. I want it to be successful but we could always have another Wonderful 101 or Codename STEAM on our hands. (And just to clarify I think both those games are great, but they didn't do all too well from my understanding.

 

[Kirbeh]

I only just now noticed that no one has voted for Master Mummy. Sadness. I really like what they've got going for him, and would like to see how the self-healing, heavyweight, armored tank design would fare in Smash. If ARMS does do well and ever gets big enough to warrant three reps, I'd like to see him in as well. But only after Spring and Ribbon.

Either that or make him an assist and/or stage boss who shields you from enemy attacks with his sheer size, and heals you if you stand near him while he's blocking.

 

[Strider_Bond00J]

I do hope we see more characters revealed for ARMS. I think the minimum they should strive for at first is at least 12, akin to the original SF, but if it grows into a franchise, just keep adding in more new characters...And not bungle up DLC characters.

 

[ryuu seika]

I only just now noticed that no one has voted for Master Mummy. Sadness. I really like what they've got going for him, and would like to see how the self-healing, heavyweight, armored tank design would fare in Smash. If ARMS does do well and ever gets big enough to warrant three reps, I'd like to see him in as well. But only after Spring and Ribbon.
Either that or make him an assist and/or stage boss who shields you from enemy attacks with his sheer size, and heals you if you stand near him while he's blocking.

Definitely the assist trophy route. Sounds too original to pass up and doesn't push the rep numbers or prevent new characters (there will be multiple games if it's that popular) from getting in.

 

[Yomi's Biggest Fan]

We've got ourselves a new Direct with Splatoon 2 and Arms as the main focus for Wednesday.

https://mynintendonews.com/2017/04/...ssed-on-arms-and-splatoon-2-coming-wednesday/

This going to be good. Here's to hoping they reveal some modes and new characters. Not like said characters will be likely Smash candidates like Ribbon Girl and Spring Man.

 

[fogbadge]

looking forward to hearing more about the game on wednesday

 

[Wolfie557]

I'm looking forward in seeing more stages the most currently.

 

[Guybrush20X6]

I think they'll show off some (or one?) new characters as we're at a bit of an awkward number currently.

 

[AwesomeAussie27]

And it looks like I've came at the right time.

It's good to breathe again and I hope my girl Ribbon Girl gets enough screentime this weekend with more newcomers.

 

[Protom]

I could see us getting 2 ARMS characters. Spring Man and Ribbon Girl, with Ribbon Girl being a semi-clone of Spring Man that has similar moves with different properties due to having different arms equipped, and is also floaty and can triple jump..

It could also be pretty unique if they gave their normals a property where if you hold down the A button after inputting the move, their punches reach farther, but maybe say have more ending lag. Ryu and Bayo already have something similar, so it wouldn't be unprecedented..

 

[Sabrewulf238]

An Arms rep doesn't really excite me as I'd rather have Mechanika instead of Spring Man or Ribbon Girl (or even Mummy Man or Ninjara) but it's not going to happen since Spring Man/Ribbon Girl are the mascots, so I don't feel very enthusiastic about this game getting a rep.

I do think it's too early though....or at the very least if that was enough of a reason for Inklings not to get in last time around then it'll be a good enough reason for an Arms rep not to get in this time around.

 

[Kirbeh]

An Arms rep doesn't really excite me as I'd rather have Mechanika instead of Spring Man or Ribbon Girl (or even Mummy Man or Ninjara) but it's not going to happen since Spring Man/Ribbon Girl are the mascots, so I don't feel very enthusiastic about this game getting a rep.

I do think it's too early though....or at the very least if that was enough of a reason for Inklings not to get in last time around then it'll be a good enough reason for an Arms rep not to get in this time around.

I'd say that depends on when exactly we get a new Smash game. For a port of Smash For, it is likely too early, but for the next proper installment years down the line, I'd say they're fair game provided the game does well enough.

 

[Wolfie557]

Idk yet if I want them as playable but for now, they would make great AT's imo.

 

[nirvanafan]

This could be an interesting fighter. This is probably more of a wait and see how well arms does. I dont think it can match splatoons success but it could happen after the inklings get in, probably as dlc if smash switch is a port of wii u

 

[Tree Gelbman]

This could be an interesting fighter. This is probably more of a wait and see how well arms does. I dont think it can match splatoons success but it could happen after the inklings get in, probably as dlc if smash switch is a port of wii u

I think Arms has all the makings of Splatoons success. It has a colorful cast, a unique concept, it just has to be pushed pushed pushed. And I think Nintendo has faith in it if it's sharing a direct with Splatoon after all.

 

[DJBor]

I think there's a very high chance we're getting an Arms character.
If it does happen, Spring Man and Ribbon Girl will probably both be included, similarly to Male and Female Corrin.
Arms has plenty of moveset potential that would translate well from the 3D arena onto a platform stage.

 

[Kirbeh]

Will we be adding Minmin to the poll?

 

[fogbadge]

nice to have another fighter, hope theres more soon

 

[Guybrush20X6]

I feel there's a HILARIOUS pun that only works in Japanese with that Dragon noodle arm that I'm not seeing. Little help?

 

[Wolfie557]

Step aside Ninjara, Minmin is my new fav, by far!

 

[AwesomeAussie27]

Minmin is cute, I love her design alot.

But that new fanart will definitely be a treat (and NOT that type of art, perverts).

 

[Wolfie557]

Minmin is cute, I love her design alot.

But that new fanart will definitely be a treat (and NOT that type of art, perverts).

looks who's talking
Yh looking forward to my deviant art watch stream in the next few days.

 

[Arcadenik]

It was interesting to see that fighters can have two different types of arms. I'm intrigued but I want to see more before I'm convinced to buy the game.

 

[AwesomeAussie27]

Looks like Minmin isn't the only newcomer.

http://nintendoeverything.com/nintendo-direct-footage-gives-a-glimpse-of-two-new-arms-characters/

We also have what appears to be a female and a robot based on a screenshot a NeoGaf member had taken. I bet that they will be unlockable characters.

 

[N3ON]

Apparently four more character have been found in the screencaps.

It seems like if that's the case they could've at least shown one more today.

 

[Lord-Zero]

They're probably saving those for e3.

 

[fogbadge]

so weve got spring, ribbon, chains, bandages, robot arms and now noodles wonder what these others will have, rope? elastic? wires?

 

[Wolfie557]

so weve got spring, ribbon, chains, bandages, robot arms and now noodles wonder what these others will have, rope? elastic? wires?

cheese strings

 

[fogbadge]

cheese strings

sure why not

 

[dezeray112]

Min Min definitely looks quite interesting.

Although I'd still feel that Spring Man is my most likely choice to represent ARMS, I would not be against a secondary rep from series if they ever do consider this.

Either ways, I'm still eager to find out more about ARMS and hope it will do well in the sales.

 

[Freduardo]

so weve got spring, ribbon, chains, bandages, robot arms and now noodles wonder what these others will have, rope? elastic? wires?

Roll of Duct Tape = Final Boss

 

[Staarih]

so weve got spring, ribbon, chains, bandages, robot arms and now noodles wonder what these others will have, rope? elastic? wires?

I guess something like vines (as in plants) could work.

ARMS is shaping up to be a game I'm really looking forward to. I'm glad they showed a new character and hopefully we'll see more sooner than later.

As for Smash-representation, Spring Man would definitely be the way to go (Ribbon Girl could work as an alt), like I think the majority here thinks. And yes, I support.

 

[AwesomeAussie27]

So the ARMS bios are finally up on the official website.

It's funny how the boys (minus the unknown Master Mummy) are in their 20's while the ladies are in their teens (With the 18 year old MinMin as the oldest and 15 year old Mechanica as the youngest).

Spring Man can eat 12 pizzas in one go, Master Mummy loves his family, Ribbon Girl adores her fans a lot, MinMin is on a diet, and Mechanica likes Ribbon Girl (here comes the yuri shipping).

I'm definitely loving how quirky the main cast sounds so far. Like actual athletes and superheroes.

 

[Arcadenik]

Looks like Minmin isn't the only newcomer.

http://nintendoeverything.com/nintendo-direct-footage-gives-a-glimpse-of-two-new-arms-characters/

We also have what appears to be a female and a robot based on a screenshot a NeoGaf member had taken. I bet that they will be unlockable characters.

Oh... so there could be 8 playable characters in Arms? I guess that's a bit better than having only 5 playable characters.

 

[AwesomeAussie27]

Oh... so there could be 8 playable characters in Arms? I guess that's a bit better than having only 5 playable characters.

Actually, there were two others that I've missed. So there could possible be ten fighters at the most.

A bit less than Street Fighter II, but it makes sense as a new IP.

 

[Yomi's Biggest Fan]

10 characters isn't that bad.

I wonder what the green robot's theme going to be. Slinkys?

And I can tell that masked woman will probably be another fan favorite. Some speculate that she could be an Anti-Ribbon Girl, but I doubt we would get any clone characters.

 

[AwesomeAussie27]

There goes Europe, always getting the best exclusive preorder bonuses: a ARMS boxing stress glove.

https://mynintendonews.com/2017/04/...ith-nintendo-store-and-get-free-stress-glove/

And am I the only one that finds it ironic that Minmin is on a diet when noodles are extremely high in salt content?

 

[Yomi's Biggest Fan]

And am I the only one that finds it ironic that Minmin is on a diet when noodles are extremely high in salt content?

You're not alone. Even I went "WTF" when I've seen her profile.

How can one be on a diet when you constantly eat pasta (yes, noodles are technically a type of pasta) in a hot soup full of sodium?

Then again, we have Photoshopped Little Mac here eating more pizza than the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ever would.

 

[fogbadge]

There goes Europe, always getting the best exclusive preorder bonuses: a ARMS boxing stress glove.

https://mynintendonews.com/2017/04/...ith-nintendo-store-and-get-free-stress-glove/

And am I the only one that finds it ironic that Minmin is on a diet when noodles are extremely high in salt content?

does it really that much? from what ive seen our limited editions usually have less stuff

 

[AEMehr]

You're not alone. Even I went "WTF" when I've seen her profile.

How can one be on a diet when you constantly eat pasta (yes, noodles are technically a type of pasta) in a hot soup full of sodium?

Then again, we have Photoshopped Little Mac here eating more pizza than the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ever would.

I get the feeling it's one of those "I don't want to talk about that" diets, lol.

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There goes Europe, always getting the best exclusive preorder bonuses: a ARMS boxing stress glove.

https://mynintendonews.com/2017/04/...ith-nintendo-store-and-get-free-stress-glove/

preorder two copies and attach springs to those to play ARMS irl.