Characters In Super Smash Bros For Wii U
Let's be honest. We've all been there. Staring at the character select screen in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U. It’s a beautiful, overwhelming mosaic of gaming icons. So many buttons to press! So many potential friendships to test!
And then the dreaded question comes: "Who are you picking?"
For some, it's easy. They lock in their tried-and-true main. A digital extension of their very being. For others? It's a struggle. A deep, existential crisis disguised as a video game. Are you feeling froggy? Go with Lucario. Feeling… stabby? Maybe Meta Knight is your guy. Or maybe you just really like the color pink and pick Kirby. No judgment here. Mostly.
But let’s talk about the characters that make you pause. The ones that spark a tiny, maybe even slightly guilty, pleasure. The ones that, in your heart of hearts, you know you shouldn't love as much as you do. I’m talking about the characters that, if you confessed your affection for them out loud, might earn you a raised eyebrow or two. My secret shame? Ganondorf.
I know, I know. He's slow. He's predictable. He has the recovery of a brick. But there's just something so satisfying about landing that perfectly timed Warlock Punch. The sheer, unadulterated power. It’s like watching a majestic, albeit clumsy, dragon swoop down and… well, not really swoop. More like… lumber forward with intent.
And then there’s the other end of the spectrum. The characters everyone says are amazing. The ones that dominate the tournaments. The ones that make you sweat every time they appear on screen. Sheik, for example. Oh, Sheik. So fast. So many combos. So… frustrating to fight against. I always feel like I need to be playing at 10x speed just to keep up. It’s less of a fight and more of a frantic dance where I’m constantly stepping on my own feet.
And what about Mewtwo? Remember when he was finally added? The hype was real. And then… well, he’s still pretty cool. But sometimes, I feel like everyone else figured him out way faster than I did. I'm still trying to figure out how to use that psychic move without accidentally flinging myself off the stage. It's a delicate art, apparently.
Let's not forget the characters that are just plain fun. The ones that make you laugh even when you're getting annihilated. Mr. Game & Watch. His neutral special is… a chef's hat? His side special is a fire? It’s a beautiful, chaotic mess. You never quite know what’s going to happen, and that’s part of the charm. It’s like playing with a box of enchanted, slightly broken toys.
And then there are the characters who feel like they were designed specifically to annoy their opponents. Villager. Throwing out those Lloid Rockets and then just… happily watching. It's passive-aggressive in its purest digital form. And don't even get me started on the Pocket move. It's like they're saying, "Oh, you thought you were going to use that powerful projectile? How cute. Mine now."
Sometimes, I think my character choice is less about strategy and more about aesthetic. Palutena, for example. She just looks so regal and powerful. Her specials are flashy. Fighting as her feels like you're starring in your own personal epic. Even if that epic involves getting repeatedly KO'd by a well-placed Fox blaster.
And let's not overlook the characters who are just… there. The ones you pick when you can't think of anyone else. Donkey Kong. He's big. He hits hard. He has a banana. What else do you really need? He's the comforting, familiar friend of the roster. You know what you're getting with Donkey Kong. A giant ape. Smashing stuff. It's simple, it's honest, and sometimes, that's exactly what you need.
The beauty of the Smash Bros. roster is its sheer variety. There's a character for every mood, every playstyle, and every questionable life choice. So go ahead. Pick that character you secretly adore. Embrace the chaos. Embrace the absurdity. Because in the end, isn't that what gaming is all about? Having a blast, no matter how many times you get launched into the stratosphere.
My personal pick? Usually, it's whoever I feel like charging headfirst into danger with. Which, let's be honest, is often Ganondorf. Don't judge. He has magnificent hair.