Shantae, the Half Genie Protector of Scuttle Town! (A Switch To A New WayForward)

[Wademan94]

My only regret before the direct is that I wish I made that Cynthia thread a lot sooner, it had a great start but it did not go as far as I thought it would.

Gggggreat. I didn’t even realize I started a new page with my whining.

 

[Wwlink55]

I just got some great news... I won't have to panic with my essays because their due dates have all been moved up two days! Woo!

I can watch the direct and not have to freak out about getting things done!

EDIT: Alright. Im off to bed. I wonder if we'll get any surprise leaks tomorrow, like what happened with Simon Belmont in August. Probably not...

 

[LaBeteNoire]

Man, this next day is gonna be a long one waiting for the Direct, but not nearly as bad as waiting when we didn't even have a clue how long it would be. The finish line is in sight and the only thing to fear is an AT dis-confirmation.

I still think she has a high chance of being in the base roster, but as long as she isn't an assist then her odds of DLC are almost a lock.

Anyway, before everything goes down, I would like to say to the entire thread: If things start leaking before the Direct tomorrow, please be considerate and put things in spoiler tags. Even if you are responding to someone's spoiler make sure you response is either in spoiler tags or doesn't mention anything specific. This may be our last chance to be surprised for this game in a big way.

Side note, in honor of spooky night, I thought I would change my avatar to something more dress'em-up. (not many good work out there of Luxray in a costume, so enjoy a little Link Shinx)

 

[Tybalt: Herbal One]

If I had to pick a top 5, I would have to say:

1: Shantae
Shantae is one of the few characters I believe should be in smash, not just because of her history but because she's a fun bouncy character whom I believe would translate fairly well into smash bros. Also any reason to get Shantae remixes is a good one.

2: Rex and Pyra
I played through Xenoblade Chronicles 2 earlier this year, and absolutely loved every moment in it. I could see these two working well together, either having Rex as the main fighter with Pyra performing the specials. Though I'm unsure of exactly how they'd function, as it could be like XC2's main game or the Torna DLC (Haven't gotten round to it yet).

3: Leon S. Kennedy
This one is one I extremely doubt will ever get in Smash but one can hope. ('v')b Out of all the Resident Evil characters, I've always found myself liking Leon especially. I believe his jabs and tilts could consist of knife attacks and kicks, whereas specials could be different firearms. Smashes could be more kicks or shotgun shots. But I don't think he'd translate well into Smash.

4: Tails
I'm not a fan of the various Sonic characters out there, but out of them all Tails is probably my favourite. Him being the little technician he is, I could see fighting with a variety of tail swings and tools.

5: Isaac
I've not played the Golden Sun series since Dark Dawn on the DS, but regardless Isaac would be up in the top 5. With a good design and moveset potential, I could see him as maybe not the most aggresive fighter, but certainly use a few field (Move) and battle (Earthquake) skills alongside some swird swings for normal hits.

 

[Blackwolf666]

My only regret before the direct... I never made a Majora support thread. Why? Part of me felt like Majora would feel like it was a slap in the face to Skull Kid fans who have strongly wanted this character for a long time. Plus, Majora wasn't even in my top 10 most wanted characters in the first place and I'd be perfectly fine if he/she/it never got in.

 

[Shinuto]

I have new idea for fanart if Shantae gets in, she enters her harpy mode in combat and Falco ends up with a huge crush on this new bird girl but is in denial about it once he realizes its the new genie girl.

 

[Fatmanonice]

Hey guys. Just wanted to wish you all good luck on Thursday. This fanbase is easily the most impressive new one that has come out of this cycle. Shantae went from a cult classic character to one of the de-facto indie stars and a lot of that has to do with you all both during the Smash Ballot and this speculation cycle. Hoping the best for you all in the future.

 

[TOY the Gamer]

Hey guys. Just wanted to wish you all good luck on Thursday. This fanbase is easily the most impressive new one that has come out of this cycle. Shantae went from a cult classic character to one of the de-facto indie stars and a lot of that has to do with you all both during the Smash Ballot and this speculation cycle. Hoping the best for you all in the future.

Thanks.

 

[Dyllybirdy]

My mentions that she didn't bring up?
Roll - She's been a playable before in other games and not always a joke. She's surprisingly good at what she does and could easily back Megaman up as a second character to the franchise.
Hilda - The Lorule princess with her dark magic would make for an interesting Echo Fighter for the Princess.
Crash Bandicoot - Hey, this guy's a long shot, but he's been on my pick for some time ever since his revival. I don't think I need to explain any more here.

Whoops, I actually forgot to add both Roll and Hilda. Apologies.

My only regret before the direct is that I wish I made that Cynthia thread a lot sooner, it had a great start but it did not go as far as I thought it would.

Gggggreat. I didn’t even realize I started a new page with my whining.

That's unfortunately how most support threads are. Your's is actually a pretty nice size, considering the time it was created.

 

[hassoutobi]

Hey guys. Just wanted to wish you all good luck on Thursday. This fanbase is easily the most impressive new one that has come out of this cycle. Shantae went from a cult classic character to one of the de-facto indie stars and a lot of that has to do with you all both during the Smash Ballot and this speculation cycle. Hoping the best for you all in the future.

many thanks! her time shall come. i can feel it!

 

[Captain Hazama]

Yeah that would be very odd. I dont think it'll happen, just like shovel knight was shown properly.

It was odd though that ones like bomberman and knuckles were first deconfirmed in gameplay.
Krystal..

Don't remind me of Krystal. Hurts when I wanted her playable..... But if Shantae is in, it'll hurt less. 1.5/3 of the characters I want is in. I'll see if Shantae is .5 like Krystal or a 1 like Ridley.

 

[zferolie]

I feel bad for the Isaac fans. Vergeben is obviously lieing and trolling, especially with adding that gif of John Cena, but they are freaking out

So Alphastoutland made a new video about the grinchleak. Brought up some interesting ideas about this one youtuber may being behind the leak, Mariotheplumber? I know someone mentioned that guy here before.

Also he talks about Shantae's Copyright being updated sooner then normal.

 

[RetrogamerMax]

I work the night shift, so I'll be off when the Direct comes on tomorrow.

 

[Dukefire]

THE GARGOYOLE IS SOMEWHERE AROUND THE COMMUNITY.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

 

[Stephano]

Since we are making lists, here is mine
1. Shantae
2. No-one because I don’t see myself playing this game ever again after I unlock all the characters

 

[Captain Hazama]

THE GARGOYOLE IS SOMEWHERE AROUND THE COMMUNITY.

What? Like the old cartoon Gargoyles?

 

[KirbyWorshipper2465]

My only regret before the direct is that I wish I made that Cynthia thread a lot sooner, it had a great start but it did not go as far as I thought it would.

Gggggreat. I didn’t even realize I started a new page with my whining.

At least you tried, I haven't gotten less lazy enough to start up a Duke Nukem support thread yet.

Whoops, I actually forgot to add both Roll and Hilda. Apologies.

That's unfortunately how most support threads are. Your's is actually a pretty nice size, considering the time it was created.

Not to mention that some barely have support at all (Ms. Pac-Man, for example).

 

[Dyllybirdy]

At least you tried, I haven't gotten less lazy enough to start up a Duke Nukem support thread yet.



Not to mention that some barely have support at all (Ms. Pac-Man, for example).

Yeah, most definitely.

I mean, I've resurrected some support threads that haven't been posted in since 2017 lol.

 

[Dukefire]

What? Like the old cartoon Gargoyles?

TF2 Halloween reference.

Collecting a soul gargoyle.

 

[DarkShadowRage]

and now we wait

 

[logicandreason]

Hey. I'm just here to show some support for the best genie girl. Defiantly haven't been reading this thread for about 400 pages over the past few months.

 

[hassoutobi]

Hey. I'm just here to show some support for the best genie girl. Defiantly haven't been reading this thread for about 400 pages over the past few months.

your profile picture is simply precious, can i know where it came from?

 

[Deleted member]

Remind me why Isaac is an assist again?

Can anyone else remind me why verge is always right?

 

[zferolie]

30 minutes late for this but was fixing a guys tablet

 

[logicandreason]

your profile picture is simply precious, can i know where it came from?

https://knowyourmeme.com/photos/1147388-shantae

 

[Dukefire]

Artist: GamefreakDX

 

[DoctorFate]

Remind me why Isaac is an assist again?
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I don't lean one way or another with Isaac or the Grinch Leak and Verg, but, to play devil's advocate: Sakurai could have posted that tease as a reference to Isaac being added back in as an assist after his absence in Smash 4 because he knew people missed him. Also worth pointing out that the majority of characters in that little tease image are assist trophies. We also have items unrelated to playable characters, such as the Lip's Stick, so them adding in a Golden Sun item doesn't mean much.

 

[TOY the Gamer]

I don't lean one way or another with Isaac or the Grinch Leak and Verg, but, to play devil's advocate: Sakurai could have posted that tease as a reference to Isaac being added back in as an assist after his absence in Smash 4 because he knew people missed him. We also have items unrelated to playable characters, such as the Lip's Stick.

True, and I hope these insiders have correct information regarding this, as it would destroy the Grinch leak and give hope for Shantae.

 

[DoctorFate]

True, and I hope these insiders have correct information regarding this, as it would destroy the Grinch leak and give hope for Shantae.

Honestly, I'm torn. On the one hand, if the Grinch leak is real, it almost paves the way for Shantae as dlc is she isn't revealed as an assist. Most of her competition is out of the way by viture of being in the base game. On the other hand, it would suck to be stuck in limbo even longer.

 

[Jovahexeon Joranvexeon]

Can anyone else remind me why verge is always right?

You followed that up with his insane MvC: I "leaks" which have always been wrong.

 

[Deleted member]

I don't lean one way or another with Isaac or the Grinch Leak and Verg, but, to play devil's advocate: Sakurai could have posted that tease as a reference to Isaac being added back in as an assist after his absence in Smash 4 because he knew people missed him. Also worth pointing out that the majority of characters in that little tease image are assist trophies. We also have items unrelated to playable characters, such as the Lip's Stick, so them adding in a Golden Sun item doesn't mean much.

I hate devils advocate

 

[GoldLiger]

It's almost time guys. The FINAL Smash Direct before launch. THE ULTIMATE FINALE, THE ULTIMATE HYPE TRAIN, THE ULTIMATE SLUMBER PARTY, THE ULTIMATE HINTS, THE ULTIMATE TEASES, THE ULTIMATE ULTIMATE!!!!!!!!!!!

LOL jk

But seriously whatever happens tomorrow. I am happy that I ride this #ShantaeForSmash hype train with all of you.

 

[Michel]

sure he got MvC:I right, that doesn't mean he will always be on point

 

[TOY the Gamer]

It's almost time guys. The FINAL Smash Direct before launch. THE ULTIMATE FINALE, THE ULTIMATE HYPE TRAIN, THE ULTIMATE SLUMBER PARTY, THE ULTIMATE HINTS, THE ULTIMATE TEASES, THE ULTIMATE ULTIMATE!!!!!!!!!!!

LOL jk

But seriously whatever happens tomorrow. I am happy that I ride this #ShantaeForSmash hype train with all of you.

Regardless of the outcome, it's been an honor to share the #ShantaeForSmash hype with everyone. Let's go out on a high note (assuming she's in this Direct).

 

[GoldLiger]

Also before I leave. Happy HALLOWEEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Keep on posting your favorite Halloween Shantae pics until 11:59:59 today!!!

Because tomorrow WE ARE REACHING THE FREAKING SUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Tybalt: Herbal One]

Regardless of the outcome, it's been an honor to share the #ShantaeForSmash hype with everyone. Let's go out on a high note (assuming she's in this Direct).

It has certainly been quite an exciting ride haha

 

[Captain Hazama]

Also before I leave. Happy HALLOWEEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Keep on posting your favorite Halloween Shantae pics until 11:59:59 today!!!

Because tomorrow WE ARE REACHING THE FREAKING SUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kinda hard to do that, when everyone already posted ones I have saved already. You guys are too fast for me to post stuff lol

 

[Jovahexeon Joranvexeon]

sure he got MvC:I

No he didn't. He got it blatantly wrong actually. Hence the reason the person on the 4chan link that Connor gave posted it.

Which is why @Connorb0t2 's sentiment here confuses me.

 

[Teeb147]

Yay! Glad to see good vibes around. Let's see what tomorow brings.

Also, I agree with LaBeteNoire , and I'd rather we put in spoilers further 'leaks' until the direct airs.
If you're responding to one, try to do the same and put your response/reaction in spoiler tags.


We have a decent flow going into the direct, and at least personally at this point I want to find out what happens from the direct itself.
thanks

 

[Dyllybirdy]

The time is nearing. It's been fun, but the end, it is nigh...