Questions from a future Smasher

[Demp]

I am not a Smasher (yet). Since I have quit multiple games in search of something new and different I have recalled watching SSBM tourny videos on Youtube months and I was awed by the game's level of competition. So recently finding nothing better to do I have decided to get a Wii with SSBB on my next paycheck. I have been so excited for it that I have been browsing these forums trying to learn everything I can about the game, from terminology to watching countless videos. From doing this I have noticed there may be additional things I might need to purchase, like LAN adaptors (Yes, I plan to play online) or maybe even a GC controller, which is why I am here to ask if there is anything else I should know for once I purchase a Wii.

Sorry if this isn't the most logical place on Smashboards to ask this.

 

[Kio Iranez]

You've pretty much listed everything right there.

Oh, and keep all your receipts.

 

[momochuu]

Yup. Looks like you're set.

 

[Grunt]

The wii controllers are harder to get used to at first, so i would go with a GC controller. so other than that, happy smashing, and good luck.

 

[Demp]

Alright, thanks for the help.

 

[Tristan_win]

I don't know if it's a blessing or a shame that you didn't get to see the melee competitive scene in person.

Oh well, I would recommend learning all the initials of all the states around you so you wont have any future confusion on who you can play with little to nil lag.

Also when picking characters your going to specialize in it would be wise to have at least one high tier character in your top 3.

 

[WuTangDude]

And sinc eyou're just getting into Smash, you can not worry about all the "Melee VS. Brawl" stuff, just go to Brawl and don't turn around.

 

[Kio Iranez]

And sinc eyou're just getting into Smash, you can not worry about all the "Melee VS. Brawl" stuff, just go to Brawl and don't turn around.

This makes me sob. ;_;

 

[Duker]

Also when picking characters your going to specialize in it would be wise to have at least one high tier character in your top 3.

Only that there isn't any finished tier list yet for Brawl... or is there?

 

[Ace55]

Also when picking characters your going to specialize in it would be wise to have at least one high tier character in your top 3.

Come on, just let the guy pick whoever he feels comfortable with. No need to worry about tiers (especially since they don't exist yet).

 

[Boxob]

Never play Melee. You'll cry.

 

[Messiano]

Have you picked a char you think you will enjoy yet?

 

[Demp]

Have you picked a char you think you will enjoy yet?

Yep. I am guessing I would enjoy TL the most... or it will at least be the first char I will play extensively. I like the concept of abusing ranged attacks, and from watching many videos it just seems like he has a nice flow so I won't mind to watching him for countless hours.

Oops, just saw your post after my edit.

 

[Messiano]

Good Choice hes a very strong char that has many advantages Look at some videos around the forums and remember stay high and spam your Projectiles. spacing and timing is everything.

 

[Lucario2k8]

you might want to invest in a guide if you have money left over as it will be a great help to someone just starting out in smash, there is a prima guide for around $15 in ebgames, i recommend it.

happy smashing and i hope you enjoy yourself.

 

[Yukiwarashi]

Do not get the Prima guide unless you actually care about completing the Subspace Emmisary (the adventure mode) 100 % or something like that. The guide is complete garbage, and many of the character descriptions are poorly written or copy/pasted for characters with similarities, even though they're not true.

 

[MrPhox]

i agree


the guide is a waste of money

go to gamefaqs.com or something

the guide is stupid, the metagame uses different strategies than ones suggested in the guide