Hey guys, this is my first post on this site
, so I hope this goes well. I'm going to upload my roster predictions here, which I admit is a little controversial, but here it is anyways:
Red = Locked
Yellow = DLC (if there is)
First off, you'll notice the controversial aspect - Jigglypuff and the Earthbound series is removed entirely from the game. When Sakurai said cuts might be made, he isn't kidding, and quite frankly, I'm sick to death hearing about the arguments "ZOMG, they original characters, Sakurai never cut them LOL" (Ness almost getting cut for Lucas entirely destroys that worthless argument) and that every character from Brawl will return. As to why this may happen, Jigglypuff is a useless slot waster of a joke character, and quite frankly the Earthbound series is not only dead, but also irrelevant and unnecessary to the contribution of the gaming industry (please don't get butt-hurt over my opinion, it's just that, opinion ). The truth of the matter may be difficult to face, but they'll get over it eventually, especially with the better newcomers taking over and contributing more to the series overall than Jigglypuff and Earthbound (cough, Isaac, Lloyd, Takamaru, Dillon, PACMAN, cough).
Here are my other reasons:
Mario Series: Obviously, all the major Mario characters will return, but I think they'll finally add some newcomers.
- Toad: Honestly, this is a long overdue process, as Toad is not only a major character from the Mario series (from being a supporting character in storylines to actually being playable in several platformers) he brings a uniqueness to the Mario universe with his potential moveset and character. Plus, he's highly requested and popular, and that's important.
- Bowser Jr.: Same reasons as Toad, as well as Bowser Jr. bringing a Diddy Kong like factor to Bowser's Donkey Kong. Also highly requested and popular among Smash.
Donkey Kong Series: This series could use some representing.
- King K. Rool: This is one of the major all-star characters (other than Ridley) that not only need to be added on the roster, but also adds more heavyweights to the mix. For me, it was a toss-up between this and Dixie Kong, and while I think she would be fun, I don't think Donkey Kong warrants two newcomers in place of new series to be added (like Lloyd, Isaac, etc. instead)
Zelda Series: Here we go with an unpopular prediction.
- Impa and Zelda: A major shake-up to the roster is finally removing Sheik, an outdated and irrelevant character, for someone more recent and interesting, like Impa. This also may seem controversial, but what's done must be done for the sake of moving on for the series (Sheik works for OoT Zelda, not SS Zelda, it makes no sense). Impa not only brings balance to Zelda by not making the character a one-sided never-usable (who ever uses Zelda with Sheik rather than just Sheik), but also brings Skyward Sword up-to-date in the Smash. Sheik is popular, don't get me wrong, but its necessary - eventually Zelda needs to update herself to current standards, for the better of herself. Just make Sheik an AT or alternate attire to appease the fans with this uneasy decision. Plus, and I'm not trying to be offensive, but Sheik comes off as a ******, and that may send a wrong message to kids playing this. Just my opinion, though.
- Vaati: He is still a highly requested character, and plus brings a magical-like quality as a mage-user. although I'm a little skeptical if he will even make it. I'm 25-75 on this one, because for me it's more wishful thinking than anything else. I can dream, can I?
Kid Icarus Series: This is Sakurai's work here, so obviously he's going to go overboard with representing his series. Sakurai's always had favoritism to his characters in the games (Metaknight's overall awesome spamming, etc.).
- Palutena: I don't even need to make an argument for this one - this is Sakurai's precious series, and if there is going to be one extra representative off a highly popular and successful game, it's Palutena. It's not a matter of if, but when.
- Hades: It may seem far-fetched, but the Icarus series could use a badass villain with an interesting aura about him. (Don't give me the "OMG, LOL Sakurai is too humble for his series LOL, OMG" - he's not, and there's nothing to be ashamed off for showing off his series proudly). Hades would be a necessary villain to represent his universe, and could potentiall be what Ganondorf could have.
Metroid: This series is LONG OVERDUE an extra representative - the question is, though, how many can you add with a series like this. There is only one true answer to this (although Anthony Higgs may disagree):
- Ridley: Just like King K. Rool, Ridley is long overdue a shot as a playable characters. Size isn't even a factor, as re-sizing's been done before, Ridley has a large moveset poll to choose from, he can add another heavyweight to the series (with aerial moves, no doubt) and plus Ridley is a FLYING DRAGON ALIEN BOUNTY HUNTER!!! What's not to love? I'm dead-set on this one.
Star Fox Series: I think the series doesn't need any more newcomers because it's practically complete (other than the massive furry obsession for Krystal, which is highly scariness). I do wish the clonish aspects would be removed altogether, though.
- Slippy: Same reasons as Toad practically. Plus, how can he be a clone of Fox? He's guaranteed a unique moveset! Unlike Toad, though, Slippy has a sizable hatebase. I don't understand the hate the character receives, so don't think I'm ignoring the hate base, because I'm not. That could get in the way. Like I said, I'm not too confident in Slippy, but like Vaati, I hope he makes it.
Pokemon: The way I see it, generations 5 and 6 will be both represented with a newcomer and a returning fighter.
- Zoroark: Popular, representing 5th generation, awesome look, unique dark style ultra shadow moves, ability to copy abilities or moves like Kirby, quick and nimble, starred in movies and what's not to love about Zoroark.
- Mewtwo: If any veteran (other than Roy) is going to make it in for a return from an absence, it's Mewtwo. Highly requested, still popular, unique diversity among others, recent resurgence with the six generations, similar reasons to Zoroark, and what's also not to love about Mewtwo. Plus, potential second form will be interesting, and Sakurai is considering his inclusion.
Fire Emblem: Honestly, I really don't care much about this irrelevant series, and the only reason its requested in Smash is because 1. Marth, Roy, and Ike are awesome (but a little gay) and 2. Sakurai's strange hard-on for the series. Either way, though, the current pattern is Marth and another newcoming Fire Emblem character, and I don''t see it changing at this rate.
- Khrom: New guy, whatever, next. Honestly, though, three blue-haired swordfighters? Boring, predictable, and obviousness. Next.
F-Zero:
- Black Shadow: Falcon desperately needs another representative. Goroh might also work, but Takumaru gets in the way of another samurai user.
New series characters: Lloyd Irving, Takumaru, Dillon, Isaac, Mii, and PACMAN all bring not only new series into this, but also new aspects of fighting styles into the mix, thus intensifying the interest level of Smash much more so.
Lloyd: Justice bringer, baby, Project X.
Takamaru: Eastern-style samurai techniques, Famicon.
Dillon: Armadillo moves like rolling, Western-style to the mix, 3ds shop.
Isaac: Swordsman/Magic user, Golden Sun.
Mii: CUSTOMIZATION. Besides, who wouldn't want to kick ass as yourself.
PACMAN: Enough said, it's PACMAN. Plus, the stages would be awesome.
As for DLC, they are just characters I think are either better off as DLC or just barely couldn't make it.
Well, that's my predictions.
So, what does everyone think? Like it, love it, hate it, whatever it? This is my first post, and I'm excited to be a part of this community. Send me your regards!