I just want to say that I am deeply sorry for what I said. There was clearly other ways I could have portrayed it, but I did it out of irrationality and was overly emotional about it.
What was it you said again?
Back then, I was a depressed person. My mind was all about Smash 4 and getting Victini in Smash 4 to prevent Zoroark's inclusion and mentally, it swallowed me up. I felt like a failure and worried every day that my dream of being myself would never be accomplished.
That's what stress will do to ya. Believe me, I know from experience. Did you get that feeling you were absolutely trapped in darkness[
Since I left this thread a couple of months ago, my life has been changing. In February, around the time I left, I saw Schindler's List (my grandmother bought me the DVD). The one thing I saw in Oskar Schindler that I could learn from was that no matter how far you fall morally, anyone can be a hero and anyone can change their life. I would argue that this is one of the very best movies ever to be created and it has been influential to changing me for the better.
That's how it was for me with The Lion King after I saw it again last year. I didn't really get to see more of depth behind the story until I was out of my severe anxiety (still dealing with it though). Now, I look at it more than just a story, but of journey of finding my place on the path of unwinding, in the circle, the circle of life, circle of life. I'm still waiting to claim my title of King of Pride Rock. It's also opened up my eyes, thanks to my psychiatrist visit yesterday, that I want a career in helping the environment. It's something I've wanted longer than I've realized.
Starphoenix here has it down perfectly...This is one of the best post on the Internet because what he's saying is true. We go too much into the game and it eventually consumes us, like it did me. And eventually, if the vicious behavior most of us exhibit on those who disagree with us continues, it will be the undoing of our fan base. I ask that everyone, including myself, keep this in mind.
This could apply to any fanbase. The solution is just to have an open mind and let things go its course.
My most wanted character has steered back to Mega Man. I have always loved Mega Man and have always wanted him to be in Smash. If he were to be in, I would immediately main him. Luckily, I feel he is very likely to show up this game and I do expect him.
Will you be ok if he doesn't make it in? I think he'll make it, but I'm simply presenting the possibility.
Two more things. First off, I will not actively push for characters I want to see in SSB4. I've realized it was pointless and I shouldn't be changing people's opinion as I tried to do so hard when I came here. Secondly, I am going to upheld a high expectation for the roster. Now I understand people are going to say "You're setting yourself up for disappointment." and I acknowledge that, but why bother avoiding disappointment? Everyone is likely to find something that they find less than satisfying, regardless of how low they set their expectations and the roster will be no exception. I expect at least fifty-three characters (transformation included). Of course I can definitely work with less, but I don't think Sakurai is going to pull a bad roster on us.
Wei wu wei. Action through inaction. Think about that and it should help with discussions.
For pushing characters, I still say that the approach done for Poison is your best bet, even if it's 50/50 as Karin didn't make into SFxTK.
Lastly, has Sakurai stated anything in regards to relevancy being a factor he considers in characters? I see it as a buzz word at worst and indirect in influence at best; in other words, I don't seriously consider it.
I honestly don't recall anything like that. The four criteria of being someone people want to play, contributes to the balance of the roster, brings something new to the table, and being adaptable to the game are very broad and don't take time into account.
And for your little bit on wanting Victini in the first place, I hope to see more gameplay justifications on your character choices. I don't see that enough in this thread. I think it encourages better thinking.