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SSB: Newcomers Approaching! | Octoling

Fletchking-Team Dream

Smash Apprentice
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Fighter Info
Background

Name: Octoling
Title: Former Octarian Soldier
Home: Inkadia & Splatlands
Related Veteran: Inkling
Signature Stages: Octo Valley, Deepsea Metro & Alterna
Copy Abilities: Archer or Artist
Series: Splatoon
Debut: Splatoon
Voice Actor: Yuki Tsuji
Company: Nintendo


Statistics
Playstyle: Hit & Run + Stage Control + Gimmick
Attack: 6.5/10
Defense: 6.5/10
Speed: 5.5/10
Size: 4.5/10
Weight: 6.5/10
Combos: 6/10
K.O. Power: 8/10
Recovery: 6.5/10
Movement Options: Crawl, Double Jump & Swim


Gimmick: Ink Tank
The Ink Tank is an ammunition mechanic that's used to fuel every attack that uses Octoling's weapons, especially their Special Moves.
It holds a total of 200 units of Ink ammunition per stock that can be used in various amounts depending on the attack they perform.
As a result, Octoling has two easy strategies: Ink the opponent and deal more damage or ink the platforms to prevent their movement.
If Octoling uses their moves carelessly, the Ink Tank will be quickly depleted and any weapon attack used afterward won't fire any Ink.
But by holding "A" & "B", Octoling transforms into an octopus and swims in a small puddle of Ink, moderately replenishing their Ink Tank.
(The Ink Tank can also be replenished by inputting Neutral Sepecial, Down Special or Shield Special when it is completely depleted.)
This allows them to swim through Ink that covers any platform or wall, giving them two movement options and faster Ink Tank refill.
Ink lingers on platforms or walls for a total of fifteen seconds before it disappears, but it can be removed by any Water based attack.


Fighter Moveset
Normal :GCA:

Jab: Splatoon Strike - Octoling performs a punch, a roundhouse kick, then fires a short-ranged blast of ink with the .96 Gal. (Origin: S.S.B.U.)
Jab + Hold A: .96 Gal Storm - Octoling rapid fires a series of small ink shots, then fires a stonger ink shot with the .96 Gal. (Origin: Splatoon)
Hold A: .96 Gal Surge - Octoling fires a stream on ink with the .96 Gal. The .96 Gals ink stream can be angled up or down. (Origin: Splatoon)
Dash: Octo Roll - Octoling takes on their Octo Form, then spins around in mid-air, covering themselves in an ink vortex. (Origin: Splatoon 3)
F Tilt: .96 Gal Splatswiper - Octoling swings forward horizontally and overhead while firing small blasts of ink with the .96 Gal. (Origin: None)
U Tilt: Cuttlefish Crescent - Octoling performs a quick backflip, then an upward kick in an overhead arc. (Origin: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)
D Tilt: Tentacle Tornado - Octoling performs two breakdancing kicks. Can be performed while dashing. (Origin: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)


Smash :GCCN:
F Smash: Splat Charger - Octoling aims with a laser reticle, then fires a powerful snipe shot of ink with the Splat Charger. (Origin: Splatoon)
U Smash: L-3 Nozzlenose - Octoling thrusts upward with the L-3 Nozzlenose, then rapid fires three ink shots into the air. (Origin: Splatoon)
D Smash: Splatana Wiper - Octoling spins around with the Splatana Wiper outstretched, firing ink waves on both sides. (Origin: Splatoon 3)


Aerial :GCX:
N Air: .96 Gal Pirouette - Octoling spins around with the .96 Gal outstretched while rapidly firing several blasts of ink. (Origin: Splatoon)
F Air: Octobrush Flurry - Octoling swings forward with the Octobrush quadrice in a row, moving forward with each swing. (Origin: Splatoon)
B Air: Octobrush Twist - Octoling turns around, swings backward with the Octobrush, then performs another quick swing. (Origin: Splatoon)
U Air: Otobrush Arc Swipe - Octoling swings up in an overhead arc with the Octobrush, flinging a splash of ink into the air. (Origin: Splatoon)
D Air: Octobrush Flingshot - Octoling swings downward with the Octobrush, flinging three blobs of ink below themselves. (Origin: Splatoon)


Grab ‘n’ Throws :GCZ:
Pummel: .96 Gal Pound - Octoling hits the opponent on their forehead with the .96 Gal. Can be done three times in succession. (Origin: None)
F Throw: Splat Charger Shocker - Octoling pokes the opponent's chest, then fires an ink blast with the Splat Charger. (Origin: Splatoon)
B Throw: Splat Charger Surprise - Octoling swims behind the opponent and shoots their back with the Splat Charger. (Origin: Splatoon)
U Throw: Splatana Wiper - Octoling throws the opponent upward and fires an ink wave at them with the Splatana Wiper. (Origin: Splatoon 3)
D Throw: L-3 Nozzlenose - Octoling pins the opponent down and fires three shots ot ink at them with the L-3 Nozzlenose. (Origin: Splatoon)


Specials :GCB:
Neutral Special: Tri-Stringer

Octoling pulls out the Tri-Stringer, then uses it to fire a spreadshot of three ink blasts simultaneously.
If held, they fire popsicle-esque projectiles that attach to platforms or walls, then explode afterwards.
(Origin: Splatoon 3)


Side Special: Splat Brella
Octoling pulls out a Splat Brella and fires an straight blast of ink that can be angled/ aimed up or down.
If held, they open the Splat Brella to protect themselves. If held longer, they fire the Splat Brella instead.
(Origin: Splatoon 2)


Up Special: Octo Spawn
Octoling takes on their Octopus Form, enters the Spawner, then ejects themselves from it in any direction.
If used on ground, they high jump before using the Spawner. Upon landing, Octoling makes an ink splash.
(Origin: Splatoon 3)


Down Special: Toxic Mist
Octoling throws a bottle that releases a toxic cloud on impact, draining both HP and Gimmick meter.
The toxic cloud also weakens an opponent's shield. Toxic Mist can be thrown in any chosen direction.
(Origin: Splatoon 2)


Shield Special: Splashdown
Octoling short jumps, then dunk punches the ground, creating an explosion of ink around themselves.
Splashdown can be performed after ejecting from the Spawner. It has a cooldown of 20 secs afterward.
(Origin: Splatoon 2)


Final Smash: Killer Wail 5.1
Octoling summons six flying speakers behind themselves, then uses them to fire multiple soundwaves across the stage.
Killer Wail 5.1s soundwaves are fired from two speakers at a time and can be aimed in any direction after they are fired.


Alternate Costumes
Octoling Girl #1 (Splatoon 2)
  • Hairstyle: Tentacurl
  • Headgear: Black FishFry Bandana
  • Clothing: Octoking HK Jersey
  • Legwear: Black Leggings
  • Shoes: Red Power Stripes
  • Ink Color: Magenta
Octoling Boy #1 (Splatoon 2)
  • Hairstyle: Punk
  • Headgear: Squidlife Headphones
  • Clothing: Red Cuttlegear LS
  • Legwear: Loose Denim Shorts
  • Shoes: Suede Gray Lace-Ups
  • Ink Color: Fuchsia
Octoling Girl #2 (Splatoon 2)
  • Hairstyle: Pony
  • Headgear: Digi-Camo Forge Mask
  • Clothing: Custom Painted F-3
  • Legwear: Tight Capri Sweatpants
  • Shoes: Arrow Pull-Ons
  • Ink Color: Light Yellow
Octoling Boy #2 (Splatoon 2)
  • Hairstyle: Afro
  • Headgear: 18K Aviators
  • Clothing: Black Inky Rider
  • Legwear: Drawstring Cargo Shorts
  • Shoes: Gold Hi-Horses
  • Ink Color: Lime Green
Octoling Girl #3 (Splatoon 3)
  • Hairstyle: Tentatwists
  • Headwear: Winkle Stripe Helm
  • Clothing: Khaki Ranger Vest
  • Legwear: Ripped Black Leggings
  • Shoes: Artic Duck Boots
  • Ink Color: Cyan
Octoling Boy #3 (Splatoon 3)
  • Hairstyle: Octolocks
  • Headwear: Ocho Octophones
  • Clothing: Seahorse Shoreline
  • Legwear: Classic Shorts
  • Shoes: U Jellys
  • Ink Color: Dark Blue
Octoling Girl #4 (Splatoon 3)
  • Hairstyle: Fade
  • Headwear: Black Arrowbands
  • Clothing: Apex Sweater
  • Legwear: Classic Shorts
  • Shoes: BlobMob Flip-Flops
  • Ink Color: Dark Violet
Octoling Boy #4 (Splatoon 3)
  • Hairstyle: Surfcurl
  • Headwear: Ink-Tinted Goggles
  • Clothing: Red Battlecrab Shell
  • Legwear: Tight Capri Sweatpants
  • Shoes: Turbo Tabi Red
  • Ink Color: Yellow Orange
Octoling Girl #5 (Agent 8)
  • Hairstyle: Tentacurl
  • Headwear: Golden Toothpick
  • Clothing: Leather Crop Top
  • Legwear: Leather Skirt
  • Shoes: High-Heel Boots
  • Ink Color: Dark Fuchsia
Octoling Boy #5 (New Agent 3)
  • Hairstyle: Octolocks
  • Headwear: Hero Mindset Replica
  • Clothing: Hero Suit Replica
  • Legwear: Baggy Sweatpants
  • Shoes: Hero Boot Replicas
  • Ink Color: Light Blue

Miscellaneous
Animations

Stage Entrance: Octoling ejects themselves from a Spawner in the background, landing onto the stage.
Idle #1: Octoling places the .96 Gal on the floor, then looks behind themselves.
Idle #2: Octoling curiously looks at their surroundings, then regains their focus.
Idle #3: Octoling briefly pulls out their Sea-Cucumber Phone and takes a selfie.
Up Taunt: Octoling pumps their arm upward with the .96 Gal in hand while saying "This Way!".
Side Taunt: Octoling breakdances on the spot, then crouches down with a hand on their chin.
Down Taunt: Octoling skips side-to-side, spins around, then performs a Double Crossed Dab.
Victory Pose #1: Octoling performs two backflips in a row, then strikes a pose with the .96 Gal pointed at the sky.
Victory Pose #2: Octoling happily jumps around, slams the Splatana Wiper into the ground, then leans against it.
Victory Pose #3: Octoling jumps into the air, fires several ink shots with the Tri-Stringer and strikes a pose with it.


Sound Effects
Crowd Cheer: "Go, Octo, Go! (x8)"
Victory Theme #1: "Battle Victory!" (Splatoon 2)
Victory Theme #2: "TEST PASSED!" (Remix)
Classic Mode Credits Theme: "Nasty Majesty" (Remix)

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