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{{Infobox Character
{{Infobox Character
|name = Cloud
|name = Cloud
|image = {{tabber|title1=Final Fantasy VII|tab1=[[File:Cloud SSB4.png|x250px]]|title2=Advent Children|tab2=[[File:Cloud Advent Children SSB4.png|x250px]]}}
|image = {{tabber|title1=Final Fantasy VII|content1=[[File:Cloud SSB4.png|x250px]]|title2=Advent Children|content2=[[File:Cloud Advent Children SSB4.png|x250px]]}}
|game = SSB4
|game = SSB4
|ssbgame1 = Ultimate
|ssbgame1 = Ultimate
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|ranking = 2-3
|ranking = 2-3
}}
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:{{Cquote|Cloud Storms Into Battle!|cite=Introduction Tagline}}
:{{Cquote|''Cloud Storms Into Battle!''|cite=Introduction Tagline}}
'''Cloud''' ({{ja|クラウド|Kuraudo}}, ''Cloud'') is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. He was officially announced during the November 12th, 2015 [[Nintendo Direct]], and released as the fifth [[Downloadable content (SSB4)|downloadable character]] on December 15th, 2015. He is one of six third-party characters in the game, alongside [[Capcom]]'s {{SSB4|Mega Man}} and {{SSB4|Ryu}}, [[Sega]]'s {{SSB4|Sonic}} and {{SSB4|Bayonetta}}, and [[Bandai Namco]]'s {{SSB4|Pac-Man}}.
'''Cloud''' ({{ja|クラウド|Kuraudo}}, ''Cloud'') is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. He was officially announced during the November 12th, 2015 [[Nintendo Direct]], and released as the fifth [[Downloadable content (SSB4)|downloadable character]] on December 15th, 2015. He is one of six third-party characters in the game, alongside [[Capcom]]'s {{SSB4|Mega Man}} and {{SSB4|Ryu}}, [[Sega]]'s {{SSB4|Sonic}} and {{SSB4|Bayonetta}}, and [[Bandai Namco]]'s {{SSB4|Pac-Man}}.


In all [[region]]s, Cloud is voiced by {{s|wikipedia|Takahiro Sakurai}}, his official Japanese voice actor from ''{{iw|wikipedia|Kingdom Hearts|game}}'' onward. This is likely because his original English voice actor, {{iw|wikipedia|Steve Burton|actor}} (who voiced Cloud in English from ''Kingdom Hearts'' to ''{{s|wikipedia|Dissidia Final Fantasy NT}}'') is a union-based voice actor.
In all [[region]]s, Cloud is voiced by {{s|wikipedia|Takahiro Sakurai}}, his official Japanese voice actor from ''{{iw|khwiki|Kingdom Hearts|game}}'' onward. This is likely because his original English voice actor, {{iw|wikipedia|Steve Burton|actor}} (who voiced Cloud in English from ''Kingdom Hearts'' to ''{{s|wikipedia|Dissidia Final Fantasy NT}}'') is a union-based voice actor.


Cloud is ranked 2nd/3rd out of 54 on the [[tier list]], tying him with {{SSB4|Diddy Kong}} and placing him in the S tier. The [[Buster Sword]] grants him some of the greatest [[reach]] and longest [[disjoint]]ed hitboxes of any character; furthermore, he is highly mobile both in the air and on the ground, with a fast [[dash]] and high [[air speed]]. This, together with surprisingly fast frame data for a character of his range and power, grants Cloud potent zoning, [[spacing]], and [[neutral game]]s. The speed and utility of his [[aerial attack]]s make him dangerous in the air, and his attacks flow together well, letting him [[combo]] with ease. Cloud can also force [[approach]]es by using [[Limit Charge]], while a full [[charge]] boosts his mobility even further and significantly strengthens his [[special move]]s.
Cloud is ranked 2nd/3rd out of 54 on the [[tier list]], tying him with {{SSB4|Diddy Kong}} and placing him in the S tier. The [[Buster Sword]] grants him some of the greatest [[reach]] and longest [[disjoint]]ed hitboxes of any character; furthermore, he is highly mobile both in the air and on the ground, with a fast [[dash]] and high [[air speed]]. This, together with surprisingly fast frame data for a character of his range and power, grants Cloud potent zoning, [[spacing]], and [[neutral game]]s. The speed and utility of his [[aerial attack]]s make him dangerous in the air, and his attacks flow together well, letting him [[combo]] with ease. Cloud can also force [[approach]]es by using [[Limit Charge]], while a full [[charge]] boosts his mobility even further and significantly strengthens his [[special move]]s.
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==Update history==
==Update history==
Cloud was slightly nerfed in update [[1.1.5]]. His up aerial deals less damage without any changes to knockback, which hinders its KO potential in exchange for racking damage more reliably. His KO potential in general was also slightly toned down, as forward smash, down smash, Limit Break Cross Slash, and most notably aerial Finishing Touch received nerfs to their knockback scaling. These nerfs, however, have not significantly impacted Cloud's viability, compared to the more severe nerfs to fellow top tiers {{SSB4|Meta Knight}}, {{SSB4|Sheik}} and {{SSB4|Bayonetta}} in updates 1.1.5 and [[1.1.6]]. As a result, while Cloud is slightly worse individually than he was at his release, he is considered to be overall better relative to the cast, and remains a viable character in the [[metagame]].
Cloud was slightly nerfed in update [[1.1.5]]. His up aerial deals less damage without any changes to its knockback values, which hinders its KO potential in exchange for allowing it to combo for longer. His KO potential in general was also slightly toned down, as forward smash, down smash, Limit Break Cross Slash, and most notably aerial Finishing Touch received reductions to their knockback. These nerfs, however, have not significantly impacted Cloud's viability, compared to the more severe nerfs to fellow top tiers {{SSB4|Meta Knight}}, {{SSB4|Sheik}} and {{SSB4|Bayonetta}} in updates 1.1.5 and [[1.1.6]]. As a result, while Cloud is slightly worse individually than he was at his release, he is considered to be overall better relative to the cast, and remains a viable character in the [[metagame]].


'''{{GameIcon|ssb4}} [[1.1.5]]'''
'''{{GameIcon|ssb4}} [[1.1.5]]'''
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|utiltdmg=8%
|utiltdmg=8%
|utiltdesc=An overhead arcing slash. Its hitbox starts behind Cloud with a larger front hitbox, although it does not extend beside Cloud and makes it unable to hit smaller characters beside him. It is fast and has a fairly large hitbox, although its knockback is lacking. It can reliably start combos, chaining into itself at 0% and into aerials at low percentages.
|utiltdesc=An overhead arcing slash. Its hitbox starts behind Cloud with a larger front hitbox, although it does not extend beside Cloud and makes it unable to hit smaller characters beside him. It is fast and has a fairly large hitbox, although its knockback is lacking. It can reliably start combos, chaining into itself at 0% and into aerials at low percentages.
|dtiltname=Sliding
|dtiltname=Sliding ({{ja|スライディング|Suraidingu}})
|dtiltdmg=6% (knee), 7% (leg)
|dtiltdmg=6% (knee), 7% (leg)
|dtiltdesc=A [[Wikipedia:Dropkick#Baseball slide|baseball slide]]. His legs are intangible while the hitbox is active, and it will sometimes deal less damage if landed early. It has very quick start-up, propels Cloud a good distance forward, launches opponents vertically, and significantly lowers his hurtbox. Altogether, these traits make it useful as a [[punishment]] option, as well as a capable set-up option into aerial attacks.
|dtiltdesc=A [[Wikipedia:Dropkick#Baseball slide|baseball slide]]. His legs are intangible while the hitbox is active, and it will sometimes deal less damage if landed early. It has very quick start-up, propels Cloud a good distance forward, launches opponents vertically, and significantly lowers his hurtbox. Altogether, these traits make it useful as a [[punishment]] option, as well as a capable set-up option into aerial attacks.
|dashname=
|dashname= 
|dashdmg=11% (clean), 8% (late)
|dashdmg=11% (clean), 8% (late)
|dashdesc=Thrusts the sharp edge of the Buster Sword forward while holding it diagonally. It deals more damage at the beginning, has a lingering hitbox and its moderately high knockback enables it to KO at high percentages.
|dashdesc=Thrusts the sharp edge of the Buster Sword forward while holding it diagonally. It deals more damage at the beginning, has a lingering hitbox and its moderately high knockback enables it to KO at high percentages.
|fsmashname=Triple Buster
|fsmashname=Triple Buster ({{ja|トリプルバスター|Toripuru Basutā}})
|fsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|3}} (hit 1), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|2}} (hit 2 center), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|3}} (hit 2 hilt), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|4}} (hit 2 tip), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (hit 3 tip), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|13}} (hit 3 non-tip)
|fsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|3}} (hit 1), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|2}} (hit 2 center), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|3}} (hit 2 hilt), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|4}} (hit 2 tip), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (hit 3 tip), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|13}} (hit 3 non-tip)
|fsmashdesc=Performs three extremely fast slashes in front of himself. The first two hits combo into the third, which has higher range and immense knockback for the move's start-up (19 frames). It is Cloud's strongest non-Limit Break move, KOing middleweights around 100% at center-stage, but it has high ending lag and deals below average [[shieldstun]]. Additionally, each hit is only active for one frame, which means it can be dodged entirely with a well-timed [[roll]] or [[sidestep]]. It resembles the depiction of Cross Slash in the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, and may also be a reference to the effects of the Double Cut Materia in ''Final Fantasy VII''.
|fsmashdesc=Performs three extremely fast slashes in front of himself. The first two hits combo into the third, which has higher range and immense knockback for the move's start-up (19 frames). It is Cloud's strongest non-Limit Break move, KOing middleweights around 100% at center-stage, but it has high ending lag and deals below average [[shieldstun]]. Additionally, each hit is only active for one frame, which means it can be dodged entirely with a well-timed [[roll]] or [[sidestep]]. It resembles the depiction of Cross Slash in the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, and may also be a reference to the effects of the Double Cut Materia in ''Final Fantasy VII''.
|usmashname=
|usmashname= 
|usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|13}} (early/tip), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (mid/hilt), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|8}} (late)
|usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|13}} (early/tip), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (mid/hilt), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|8}} (late)
|usmashdesc=Swings the Buster Sword upward in a wide arc. Has some startup (15 frames) and moderate ending lag, and its KO power is only average compared to most other up smashes, but it has long range in front of, above, and slightly behind Cloud. KOs middleweights around 125%.
|usmashdesc=Swings the Buster Sword upward in a wide arc. Has some startup (15 frames) and moderate ending lag, and its KO power is only average compared to most other up smashes, but it has long range in front of, above, and slightly behind Cloud. KOs middleweights around 125%.
|dsmashname=Double Thrust
|dsmashname=Double Thrust ({{ja|ダブルスラスト|Daburu Surasuto}})
|dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|4}} (hit 1), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (hit 2)
|dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|4}} (hit 1), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (hit 2)
|dsmashdesc=Kneels and thrusts the Buster Sword's hilt forward, then performs a reverse gripped thrust behind himself. The first hit launches opponents into the second, though it is possible to [[tech]] after the first hit, causing the second to miss. The first hit can [[stage spike]] with ease due to its angle, while the second hit is a semi-spike, making it useful for launching opponents with weak horizontal recoveries off-stage. It hits on frame 8, making it Cloud's fastest smash attack. KOs middleweights around 140%.
|dsmashdesc=Kneels and thrusts the Buster Sword's hilt forward, then performs a reverse gripped thrust behind himself. The first hit launches opponents into the second, though it is possible to [[tech]] after the first hit, causing the second to miss. The first hit can [[stage spike]] with ease due to its angle, while the second hit is a semi-spike, making it useful for launching opponents with weak horizontal recoveries off-stage. It hits on frame 8, making it Cloud's fastest smash attack. KOs middleweights around 140%.
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|nairdmg=8%
|nairdmg=8%
|nairdesc=A circular slash around himself. It is long-ranged, very fast, [[autocancel]]s from a short hop, making it a solid all-purpose move that is difficult to punish. Unusually, the move has a [[frame speed multiplier]] of 0.75×, making it faster to execute in-game.
|nairdesc=A circular slash around himself. It is long-ranged, very fast, [[autocancel]]s from a short hop, making it a solid all-purpose move that is difficult to punish. Unusually, the move has a [[frame speed multiplier]] of 0.75×, making it faster to execute in-game.
|fairname=Meteor Slash
|fairname=Meteor Slash ({{ja|メテオスラッシュ|Meteo Surasshu}})
|fairdmg=14% (clean sweetspot), 13% (clean sourspot), 11% (late)
|fairdmg=14% (clean sweetspot), 13% (clean sourspot), 11% (late)
|fairdesc=Briefly pauses and then performs a downward slash. It is his slowest aerial to start, hitting on frame 18, but a sweetspot on the middle of the blade as it comes down powerfully [[meteor smash]]es aerial opponents. Grounded opponents are sent at a more vertical angle by the sweetspot. If contact is made once the blade stops, it deals weaker knockback. Its ending lag is moderate, though its landing lag is low for its range and power, and it autocancels from a full jump. It can be [[frame cancelling|frame canceled]] if hit with the sweetspot, allowing for more follow-ups. It closely resembles Braver, Cloud's initial Limit Break and Cloud’s attack animation when using the Deathblow Materia in ''Final Fantasy VII''.
|fairdesc=Briefly pauses and then performs a downward slash. It is his slowest aerial to start, hitting on frame 18, but a sweetspot on the middle of the blade as it comes down powerfully [[meteor smash]]es aerial opponents. Grounded opponents are sent at a more vertical angle by the sweetspot. If contact is made once the blade stops, it deals weaker knockback. Its ending lag is moderate, though its landing lag is low for its range and power, and it autocancels from a full jump. It can be [[frame cancelling|frame canceled]] if hit with the sweetspot, allowing for more follow-ups. It closely resembles Braver, Cloud's initial Limit Break and Cloud’s attack animation when using the Deathblow Materia in ''Final Fantasy VII''.
|bairname=
|bairname= 
|bairdmg=13%
|bairdmg=13%
|bairdesc=Turns around to perform an outward slash. Has very long range and good knockback, KOing middleweights at around 115% near the edge. This makes it an effective spacing and KO option. It also has low landing lag (14 frames), autocancels from a short hop, and can be used to perform a [[wall of pain]] at low percentages. It has limited vertical range, however, and its hitbox is only active for three frames. It resembles the sword strike he does during his Meteorain Limit Break.
|bairdesc=Turns around to perform an outward slash. Has very long range and good knockback, KOing middleweights at around 115% near the edge. This makes it an effective spacing and KO option. It also has low landing lag (14 frames), autocancels from a short hop, and can be used to perform a [[wall of pain]] at low percentages. It has limited vertical range, however, and its hitbox is only active for two frames. It resembles the sword strike he does during his Meteorain Limit Break.
|uairname=
|uairname= 
|uairdmg=12% (clean), 8.5% (late)
|uairdmg=12% (clean), 8.5% (late)
|uairdesc=Thrusts the sharp edge of the Buster Sword's blade upward while holding it parallel to the ground. Has [[sex kick]] properties. The initial hitbox is notoriously large and the move lasts a deceptively long time, allowing it to cover air dodges easily. While the range shortens somewhat after the initial strike, it is still long enough to allow Cloud to [[shark]] through platforms, contest with almost any down aerial in the game, and easily combo and [[juggle]] enemies. The move hits quickly, has low landing lag, and autocancels in a short hop. It also has decent power behind it, KOing grounded middleweights at around 160%. Interestingly, it shifts most of Cloud's hurtbox significantly forwards on the Z-axis, allowing him to avoid certain moves. It is commonly considered one of the best moves in the game.
|uairdesc=Thrusts the sharp edge of the Buster Sword's blade upward while holding it parallel to the ground. Has [[sex kick]] properties. The initial hitbox is notoriously large and the move lasts a deceptively long time, allowing it to cover air dodges easily. While the range shortens somewhat after the initial strike, it is still long enough to allow Cloud to [[shark]] through platforms, contest with almost any down aerial in the game, and easily combo and [[juggle]] enemies. The move hits quickly, has low landing lag, and autocancels in a short hop. It also has decent power behind it, KOing grounded middleweights at around 160%. Interestingly, it shifts most of Cloud's hurtbox significantly forwards on the Z-axis, allowing him to avoid certain moves. It is commonly considered one of the best moves in the game.
|dairname=
|dairname= 
|dairdmg=13% (clean aerial sourspot, grounded opponent), 15% (aerial sweetspot), 8% (late)
|dairdmg=13% (clean aerial sourspot, grounded opponent), 15% (aerial sweetspot), 8% (late)
|dairdesc=A downward thrust. Striking directly beneath Cloud with the first few frames meteor smashes aerial opponents, while the lingering hitbox hits opponents upwards and away, allowing the move to easily start combos or set up powerful KO moves at medium percentages. The move is often difficult to punish due to its high range, especially when autocanceled. KOs grounded middleweights around 135% when hit clean.
|dairdesc=A downward thrust. Striking directly beneath Cloud with the first few frames meteor smashes aerial opponents, while the lingering hitbox hits opponents upwards and away, allowing the move to easily start combos or set up powerful KO moves at medium percentages. The move is often difficult to punish due to its high range, especially when autocanceled. KOs grounded middleweights around 135% when hit clean.
|grabname=
|grabname= 
|grabdesc=Reaches out with his left hand. Has the third-lowest range out of all standing grabs, though his [[pivot grab]] has increased range.
|grabdesc=Reaches out with his left hand. Has the third-lowest range out of all standing grabs, though his [[pivot grab]] has increased range.
|pummelname=
|pummelname= 
|pummeldmg=3%
|pummeldmg=3%
|pummeldesc=A knee strike. Moderately slow, but one of the most damaging pummels in the game.
|pummeldesc=A knee strike. Moderately slow, but one of the most damaging pummels in the game.
|fthrowname=
|fthrowname= 
|fthrowdmg=4% (hit 1), 3% (throw)
|fthrowdmg=4% (hit 1), 3% (throw)
|fthrowdesc=A modified [[wikipedia:dropkick#Dropsault|dropsault]]. It has low knockback, usually used for positioning or throwing opponents off-stage. It resembles Somersault, a Limit Break used by [http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Tifa_Lockhart Tifa Lockhart], one of Cloud's party members in ''Final Fantasy VII''.
|fthrowdesc=A modified [[wikipedia:dropkick#Dropsault|dropsault]]. It has low knockback, usually used for positioning or throwing opponents off-stage. It resembles Somersault, a Limit Break used by [http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Tifa_Lockhart Tifa Lockhart], one of Cloud's party members in ''Final Fantasy VII''.
|bthrowname=
|bthrowname= 
|bthrowdmg=3% (hit 1), 3% (throw)
|bthrowdmg=3% (hit 1), 3% (throw)
|bthrowdesc=A spinning back kick. At lower percentages, it is capable of tech-chasing with Blade Beam or his dash attack against middleweights and heavyweights.
|bthrowdesc=A spinning back kick. At lower percentages, it is capable of tech-chasing with Blade Beam or his dash attack against middleweights and heavyweights.
|uthrowname=
|uthrowname= 
|uthrowdmg=2% (hit 1), 2.5% (hit 2), 4% (throw)
|uthrowdmg=2% (hit 1), 2.5% (hit 2), 4% (throw)
|uthrowdesc=A {{s|wikipedia|540 kick}}. However, it is unable to KO at reasonable percentages, and should the opponent be in the middle of the stage and be at such percentages (around 215% for middleweights), up throw will be more effective at KOing. It vaguely resembles Tifa's Waterkick Limit Break, albeit kicking vertically instead of horizontally.
|uthrowdesc=A {{s|wikipedia|540 kick}}. However, it is unable to KO at reasonable percentages, and should the opponent be in the middle of the stage and be at such percentages (around 215% for middleweights), up throw will be more effective at KOing. It vaguely resembles Tifa's Waterkick Limit Break, albeit kicking vertically instead of horizontally.
|dthrowname=
|dthrowname= 
|dthrowdmg=7%
|dthrowdmg=7%
|dthrowdesc=A one-handed body slam. It launches opponents behind him with low base knockback; it is Cloud's only combo throw, though it is a lackluster one. It also KOs earlier than any of his other throws, especially near the edge, though still not until extremely high percentages. It resembles Tifa's Meteor Strike Limit Break, albeit performed while grounded instead of in the air.
|dthrowdesc=A one-handed body slam. It launches opponents behind him with low base knockback; it is Cloud's only combo throw, though it is a lackluster one. It also KOs earlier than any of his other throws, especially near the edge, though still not until extremely high percentages. It resembles Tifa's Meteor Strike Limit Break, albeit performed while grounded instead of in the air.
|floorfname=
|floorfname= 
|floorfdmg=7%
|floorfdmg=7%
|floorfdesc=Swings the Buster Sword around himself before getting up.
|floorfdesc=Swings the Buster Sword around himself before getting up.
|floorbname=
|floorbname= 
|floorbdmg=7%
|floorbdmg=7%
|floorbdesc=Swings the Buster Sword around himself before getting up.
|floorbdesc=Swings the Buster Sword around himself before getting up.
|floortname=
|floortname= 
|floortdmg=5%
|floortdmg=5%
|floortdesc=Swings the Buster Sword around himself before getting up.
|floortdesc=Swings the Buster Sword around himself before getting up.
|edgename=
|edgename= 
|edgedmg=8%
|edgedmg=8%
|edgedesc=Performs an inward slash while climbing up.
|edgedesc=Performs an inward slash while climbing up.
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|usname=Climhazzard
|usname=Climhazzard
|usdmg=3% (hit 1), 4% (hits 2-3), 3% (hit 4), 6% (Limit Break hit 1), 7% (Limit Break hit 2)
|usdmg=3% (hit 1), 4% (hits 2-3), 3% (hit 4), 6% (Limit Break hit 1), 7% (Limit Break hit 2)
|usdesc=A leaping reverse gripped slash. If the special button is pressed again, it is followed with a descending reverse gripped slash. The first hit deals set knockback that leads into the second hit, which has a sweetspot at the center of the Buster Sword's blade that meteor smashes opponents as Cloud descends. It is Cloud's primary recovery move, though it is notable for being very ineffective due to multiple traits: it grants mediocre distance with low vertical height and almost no horizontal momentum, and Cloud cannot tech any single-hit move if he is hit at the apex of Climhazzard's first hit, unless it is a [[command grab]] or a multiple hit move. Additionally, the descending slash cannot be cancelled and isn't able to sweetspot the edge until Cloud has fallen a certain distance with it, making it unsuitable to use offstage. Its fast startup makes it a good surprise attack when grounded, particularly as an [[out of shield]] option. Its Limit Break variant greatly strengthens the first (but not second) hit of the move (allowing it to KO grounded middleweights at around 125%), allows it to sweetspot edges throughout, and grants Cloud much greater vertical and horizontal distance.
|usdesc=A leaping reverse gripped slash. If the special button is pressed again, it is followed with a descending reverse gripped slash. The first hit deals set knockback that leads into the second hit, which has a sweetspot at the center of the Buster Sword's blade that meteor smashes opponents as Cloud descends. It is Cloud's primary recovery move, though it is notable for being very ineffective due to multiple traits: it grants poor distance with low vertical height and almost no horizontal momentum, and Cloud cannot tech any single-hit move if he is hit at the apex of Climhazzard's first hit, unless it is a [[command grab]] or a multiple hit move. Additionally, the descending slash cannot be cancelled and isn't able to sweetspot the edge until Cloud has fallen a certain distance with it, making it unsuitable to use offstage. Its fast startup makes it a good surprise attack when grounded, particularly as an [[out of shield]] option. Its Limit Break variant greatly strengthens the first (but not second) hit of the move (allowing it to KO grounded middleweights at around 125%), allows it to sweetspot edges throughout, and grants Cloud much greater vertical and horizontal distance.
|dsname=Limit Charge
|dsname=Limit Charge
|dsdmg=1% (Finishing Touch)
|dsdmg=1% (Finishing Touch)
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|fsdmg=3% (hit 1), 2% (hits 2-15), 5% (hit 16), 4% (hit 17, falling), 10% (hit 18, explosion), 50% (all hits connect)
|fsdmg=3% (hit 1), 2% (hits 2-15), 5% (hit 16), 4% (hit 17, falling), 10% (hit 18, explosion), 50% (all hits connect)
|fsdesc=Rushes forward at high speed and attacks, unleashing a series of slashes that concludes with a powerful, descending slash that triggers an explosion. At the beginning of the move, with a text box appearing above him that displays "Omnislash" as he proceeds to flings any opponents he runs into to the top of the screen. After the series of slashes, Cloud charges up a final slash, in which he descends and slashes the opponent downward to the stage and results in a huge explosion that launches the opponent. One of the most powerful [[Final Smash]]es in the game when successful, as it can KO as low as 22%. Unlike Marth and Lucina's Critical Hit, Cloud will dash off the edges of platforms if Omnislash is initiated next to one, and he cannot cancel the move.
|fsdesc=Rushes forward at high speed and attacks, unleashing a series of slashes that concludes with a powerful, descending slash that triggers an explosion. At the beginning of the move, with a text box appearing above him that displays "Omnislash" as he proceeds to flings any opponents he runs into to the top of the screen. After the series of slashes, Cloud charges up a final slash, in which he descends and slashes the opponent downward to the stage and results in a huge explosion that launches the opponent. One of the most powerful [[Final Smash]]es in the game when successful, as it can KO as low as 22%. Unlike Marth and Lucina's Critical Hit, Cloud will dash off the edges of platforms if Omnislash is initiated next to one, and he cannot cancel the move.
}}
===Stats===
{{Attributes
|cast = 58
|weight = 100
|rweight = 17-21
|dash = 1.8
|rdash = 5-8
|run = 1.97
|rrun = 10
|walk = 1.1
|rwalk = 30-32
|trac = 0.055
|rtrac = 28-33
|airfric = 0.009
|rairfric = 33-36
|air = 1.1
|rair = 14-19
|baseaccel = 0.01
|rbaseaccel = 10-54
|addaccel = 0.06
|raddaccel = 35
|gravity = 0.098
|rgravity = 18
|fall = 1.68
|rfall = 14-15
|ff = 2.688
|rff = 15-16
|jumpsquat = 4
|rjumpsquat = 1-13
|jumpheight = 32.5
|rjumpheight = 36-37
|shorthop = 17
|rshorthop = 20-21
|djump = 32
|rdjump = 37-38
}}
}}


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Cloud English Announcer SSB4-SSBU.wav|English/Japanese/Chinese
Cloud English Announcer SSB4-SSBU.wav|English/Japanese/Chinese
Cloud French Announcer SSBU.wav|French
Cloud Russian Announcer SSBU.wav|Russian
</gallery>
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==In [[competitive play]]==
==In [[competitive play]]==
===Tier placement, history and bans in double tournaments===
===Most historically significant players===
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''See also: [[:Category:Cloud players (SSB4)]]''
 
*{{Sm|ANTi|USA}} - Used Cloud as a secondary alongside {{SSB4|Mario}} and {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}. Placed 1st at both {{Trn|CEO 2016}} and {{Trn|Get On My Level 2017}}, 3rd at {{Trn|DreamHack Austin 2018}}, 4th at {{Trn|2GG: Hyrule Saga}}, and 5th at {{Trn|DreamHack Atlanta 2017}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Elegant}}, {{Sm|Samsora}}, and {{Sm|MVD}}.
*{{Sm|Blacktwins|Canada}} - Co-mained Cloud alongside {{SSB4|Mario}} and is considered the best Cloud player in Canada. Placed 7th at {{Trn|Get On My Level 2017}}, 9th at {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 3}}, 13th at {{Trn|Shine 2018}}, and 17th at both {{Trn|DreamHack Montreal 2017}} and {{Trn|The Big House 8}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Mew2King}}, {{Sm|Darkshad}}, and {{Sm|SuperGirlKels}}. Ranked 10th on the [[Canada Smash Ranking]].
*{{Sm|Javi|Mexico|p=Smash 4}} - Co-mained Cloud with {{SSB4|Sheik}} and is considered one of the best Cloud players in Mexico. Placed 4th at {{Trn|Canada Cup 2016}}, 7th at {{Trn|Smash Factor 5}}, 9th at {{Trn|2GGC: GENESIS Saga}}, and 17th at both {{Trn|2GGC: West Side Saga}} and {{Trn|The Big House 7}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|MkLeo}}, {{Sm|Larry Lurr}}, and {{Sm|Ally}}.
*{{Sm|komorikiri|Japan}} - One of the best Cloud players in the world. Placed 1st at both {{Trn|Sumabato 12}} and {{Trn|Smashdown World}}, 2nd at {{Trn|2GGC: GENESIS Saga}}, and 3rd at both {{Trn|The Big House 6}} and {{Trn|MomoCon 2018}}.
*{{Sm|Mangalitza♀|Japan}} - Placed 1st at {{Trn|Sumabato 21}}, 9th at both {{Trn|Sumabato 23}} and {{Trn|Sumabato 27}}, 13th at {{Trn|Sumabato Tokaigi Qualifier}}, and 17th at {{Trn|Sumabato 28}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|komorikiri}}, {{Sm|Choco}}, and {{Sm|T}}. Ranked 52nd on the [[JAPAN Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|Mao|Japan}} - Placed 5th at {{Trn|Sumabato 21}}, 9th at both {{Trn|Umebura 27}} and {{Trn|Sumabato Smash 4 Final}}, 13th at {{Trn|Umebura Tokaigi Qualifier 1}}, and 17th at {{Trn|EVO Japan 2018}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Abadango}}, {{Sm|Nietono}}, and {{Sm|Raito}}. Ranked 38th on the [[JAPAN Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|Masashi|Japan}} - One of the best Cloud players in Japan. Placed 1st at {{Trn|Sumabato 26}}, 2nd at {{Trn|Sumabato 24}}, 5th at {{Trn|Sumabato 23}}, 7th at {{Trn|Sumabato 18}}, and 13th at {{Trn|Sumabato Smash 4 Final}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Shuton}}, {{Sm|Raito}}, and {{Sm|Etsuji}}. Ranked 15th on the [[JAPAN Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|MattyG|USA}} - The best Cloud player in New England. Placed 7th at both {{Trn|Too Hot to Handle}} and {{Trn|Super FamiCon 2017}}, 13th at {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2017}}, and 17th at both {{Trn|Shine 2017}} and {{Trn|The Big House 7}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Kameme}}, {{Sm|Marss}}, and {{Sm|Light|p=Connecticut}}. Ranked 5th on the [[New England Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|Mew2King|USA}} - One of the best Cloud players during the first few years of the game's competitive lifespan. Placed 2nd at {{Trn|Endgame}}, 3rd at {{Trn|Enthusiast Gaming Live Expo}}, 5th at both {{Trn|Get On My Level 2016}} and {{Trn|Shine 2016}}, and 17th at {{Trn|Frostbite 2018}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|ZeRo}}, {{Sm|Ally}}, and {{Sm|Larry Lurr}}.
*{{Sm|MkLeo|Mexico}} - Co-mained Cloud with {{SSB4|Marth}} and is considered the best Cloud player in the world, winning {{Trn|2GGT: ZeRo Saga}}, {{Trn|IBP Masters Showdown}}, {{Trn|GENESIS 5}}, {{Trn|SwitchFest}}, and {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2018}}.
*{{Sm|Ned|USA}} - One of the best Cloud players in the United States. Placed 2nd at {{Trn|Midwest Mayhem 5}}, 5th at {{Trn|Endgame}}, 13th at both {{Trn|Showdown: Battle Royale}} and {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 4}}, and 17th at {{Trn|Frostbite 2017}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|ZeRo}}, {{Sm|Ally}}, and {{Sm|Larry Lurr}}.
*{{Sm|Purple~H|Germany}} - The best Cloud player in Europe. Placed 5th at {{Trn|SALT}}, {{Trn|Syndicate 2017}}, and {{Trn|PPT Berlin}}, 7th at {{Trn|Syndicate 2016}}, and 9th at {{Trn|Albion 2}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|S1}} and {{Sm|quiK}}. Ranked 7th on the [[European Smash 4 Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|RAIN|Japan}} - One of the best Cloud players in Japan. Placed 5th at both {{Trn|Umebura 29}} and {{Trn|Umebura Smash 4 Final}}, 9th at both {{Trn|EVO 2015}} and {{Trn|Apex 2016}}, and 13th at {{Trn|Umebura 33}}.
*{{Sm|Ralphie|USA}} - Placed 1st at {{Trn|Xanadu - End of an Era}}, 9th at both {{Trn|Collision XV}} and {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2018}}, and 17th at both {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 4}} and {{Trn|Smash Sounds}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Ally}}, {{Sm|Mr. E}}, and {{Sm|Sinji}}. Ranked 7th on the [[New York City Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|Tweek|USA}} - One of the best Cloud players in the world. Placed 1st at {{Trn|2GGC: MkLeo Saga}} and {{Trn|2GG: Hyrule Saga}}, 3rd at both {{Trn|Shots Fired 2}} and {{Trn|Royal Flush}}, and 4th at {{Trn|EVO 2017}}.
 
 
===Tier placement, history and bans in doubles tournaments===
Since his release, players saw Cloud as a high-tier character, thanks to his incredible combination of range, mobility, power, and Limit Break mechanic; the latter in particular was highly valued for its ability to not only grant his special moves KO potential disproportionate for and beyond his weight class, but also make them fast and safe, especially Cross Slash. This positive outlook on Cloud was even more apparent in doubles play, where he can greatly benefit from having a teammate to alleviate his weak recovery and helping to land his Limit Break specials as the finisher to team combos, while Cloud himself can provide stage control and wall out his opponents for his teammate. Following his release, he started seeing strong results thanks to professionals such as {{Sm|komorikiri}}, {{Sm|Mew2King}} and {{Sm|Tweek}}, which led him to be ranked 12th on the first ''4BR'' [[tier list]], placing him at the middle of the B tier, confirming his high-tier status.
Since his release, players saw Cloud as a high-tier character, thanks to his incredible combination of range, mobility, power, and Limit Break mechanic; the latter in particular was highly valued for its ability to not only grant his special moves KO potential disproportionate for and beyond his weight class, but also make them fast and safe, especially Cross Slash. This positive outlook on Cloud was even more apparent in doubles play, where he can greatly benefit from having a teammate to alleviate his weak recovery and helping to land his Limit Break specials as the finisher to team combos, while Cloud himself can provide stage control and wall out his opponents for his teammate. Following his release, he started seeing strong results thanks to professionals such as {{Sm|komorikiri}}, {{Sm|Mew2King}} and {{Sm|Tweek}}, which led him to be ranked 12th on the first ''4BR'' [[tier list]], placing him at the middle of the B tier, confirming his high-tier status.


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Despite his success, Cloud's placement initially received mixed thoughts from the community, as his rather exploitable weaknesses held him back from consistently achieving top 8 placings in singles for several national tournaments, such as {{Trn|EVO 2017}} (the highest ranking Cloud being komorikiri, who placed 17th) and {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2016}} (the highest ranking solo Cloud being Tweek, who placed 13th). As his metagame progressed, however, Cloud's singles results became considerably more consistent, as players, especially MkLeo, Tweek, and komorikiri, started seeing more top 8 placements at national tournaments. Although Cloud would drop to 3rd place on the third tier list due to the rise of Bayonetta, his continued consistency would see him rise back to 2nd/3rd place on the fourth and final tier list, tying him with {{SSB4|Diddy Kong}}.
Despite his success, Cloud's placement initially received mixed thoughts from the community, as his rather exploitable weaknesses held him back from consistently achieving top 8 placings in singles for several national tournaments, such as {{Trn|EVO 2017}} (the highest ranking Cloud being komorikiri, who placed 17th) and {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2016}} (the highest ranking solo Cloud being Tweek, who placed 13th). As his metagame progressed, however, Cloud's singles results became considerably more consistent, as players, especially MkLeo, Tweek, and komorikiri, started seeing more top 8 placements at national tournaments. Although Cloud would drop to 3rd place on the third tier list due to the rise of Bayonetta, his continued consistency would see him rise back to 2nd/3rd place on the fourth and final tier list, tying him with {{SSB4|Diddy Kong}}.


At the end of the game's main competitive lifespan, however, many players once again questioned Cloud's tier placement as his results as a solo main weren't as impressive compared to other characters such as Diddy Kong, {{SSB4|Sheik}}, {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}, {{SSB4|Fox}}, and {{SSB4|Rosalina & Luma}}. Furthermore, several top players pointed out that top players were getting better at exploiting the character's poor recovery. Finally, MkLeo and Tweek, two of the best Cloud players in the world, started to use Bayonetta more frequently, leading to a small decline in representation at top level play. Due to all of this, a few players such as {{Sm|Mr.R}} and MkLeo claimed that Cloud is overrated and that he should be ranked slightly lower while other players claim that his polarizing strengths are too strong for him to be ranked any lower.
At the end of the game's main competitive lifespan, however, many players once again questioned Cloud's tier placement as his results as a solo main weren't as impressive compared to other characters such as Diddy Kong, {{SSB4|Sheik}}, {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}, {{SSB4|Fox}}, and {{SSB4|Rosalina & Luma}}. Furthermore, several smashers pointed out that top players were getting better at exploiting the character's poor recovery. Finally, MkLeo and Tweek, two of the best Cloud players in the world, started to use Bayonetta more frequently, leading to a small decline in representation at top level play. Due to all of this, a few players such as {{Sm|Mr.R}} and MkLeo claimed that Cloud is overrated and that he should be ranked slightly lower while other players claim that his polarizing strengths are too strong for him to be ranked any lower.
 
=====Banned in Doubles=====
=====Banned in Doubles=====
In doubles, Cloud was considered by many players to be [[broken]] enough to ban, as he was banned at the above tournaments. Thanks to his many advantages, Cloud players consistently won ''Smash 4'' doubles tournaments after his release. This was evident with Cloud [https://intheloop837.wordpress.com/2018/04/09/data-cloud-in-doubles-an-analysis/ being more dominant than Meta Knight in ''Brawl'' singles].
{{split|Wide-reaching character bans could have pages, see [[Talk:Steve (SSBU)]]}}
In doubles tournaments, Cloud was considered by many players to be [[broken]] enough to ban, as he was banned at the following tournaments. Thanks to his many advantages, Cloud players consistently won ''Smash 4'' doubles tournaments after his release. This was evident with Cloud in ''Smash 4'' doubles [https://intheloop837.wordpress.com/2018/04/09/data-cloud-in-doubles-an-analysis/ being more dominant than Meta Knight in ''Brawl'' singles].
*{{flag|Canada}} {{Trn|Get On My Level 2018}} (double Cloud only)
*{{flag|Canada}} {{Trn|Get On My Level 2018}} (double Cloud only)
*{{flag|USA}} {{Trn|CEO 2018}} <ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/ceojebailey/status/997598615362301952|title=Cloud banned at CEO 2018 doubles}}</ref>
*{{flag|USA}} {{Trn|CEO 2018}} <ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/ceojebailey/status/997598615362301952|title=Cloud banned at CEO 2018 doubles}}</ref>
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*{{flag|USA}} {{Trn|Shine 2018}}
*{{flag|USA}} {{Trn|Shine 2018}}
*{{flag|USA}} {{Trn|DreamHack Atlanta 2018}}
*{{flag|USA}} {{Trn|DreamHack Atlanta 2018}}
===Most historically significant players===
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''Any number following the Smasher name indicates placement on the [[PGR 100]], which recognizes the official top 100 players in [[Super Smash Bros. 4]] of all time.''
''See also: [[:Category:Cloud players (SSB4)]]''
*{{Sm|ANTi|USA}} (#14) - Used Cloud as a secondary alongside {{SSB4|Mario}} and {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}. Placed 1st at both {{Trn|CEO 2016}} and {{Trn|Get On My Level 2017}}, 3rd at {{Trn|DreamHack Austin 2018}}, 4th at {{Trn|2GG: Hyrule Saga}}, and 5th at {{Trn|DreamHack Atlanta 2017}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Elegant}}, {{Sm|Samsora}}, and {{Sm|MVD}}.
*{{Sm|Blacktwins|Canada}} - Co-mained Cloud alongside {{SSB4|Mario}} and is considered the best Cloud player in Canada. Placed 7th at {{Trn|Get On My Level 2017}}, 9th at {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 3}}, 13th at {{Trn|Shine 2018}}, and 17th at both {{Trn|DreamHack Montreal 2017}} and {{Trn|The Big House 8}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Mew2King}}, {{Sm|Darkshad}}, and {{Sm|SuperGirlKels}}. Ranked 10th on the [[Canada Smash Ranking]].
*{{Sm|Javi|Mexico|p=Smash 4}} (#74) - Co-mained Cloud with {{SSB4|Sheik}} and is considered one of the best Cloud players in Mexico. Placed 4th at {{Trn|Canada Cup 2016}}, 7th at {{Trn|Smash Factor 5}}, 9th at {{Trn|2GGC: GENESIS Saga}}, and 17th at both {{Trn|2GGC: West Side Saga}} and {{Trn|The Big House 7}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|MkLeo}}, {{Sm|Larry Lurr}}, and {{Sm|Ally}}.
*{{Sm|komorikiri|Japan}} (#12) - One of the best Cloud players in the world. Placed 1st at both {{Trn|Sumabato 12}} and {{Trn|Smashdown World}}, 2nd at {{Trn|2GGC: GENESIS Saga}}, and 3rd at both {{Trn|The Big House 6}} and {{Trn|MomoCon 2018}}.
*{{Sm|Mangalitza♀|Japan}} - Placed 1st at {{Trn|Sumabato 21}}, 9th at both {{Trn|Sumabato 23}} and {{Trn|Sumabato 27}}, 13th at {{Trn|Sumabato Tokaigi Qualifier}}, and 17th at {{Trn|Sumabato 28}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|komorikiri}}, {{Sm|Choco}}, and {{Sm|T}}. Ranked 52nd on the [[JAPAN Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|Mao|Japan}} - Placed 5th at {{Trn|Sumabato 21}}, 9th at both {{Trn|Umebura 27}} and {{Trn|Sumabato Smash 4 Final}}, 13th at {{Trn|Umebura Tokaigi Qualifier 1}}, and 17th at {{Trn|EVO Japan 2018}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Abadango}}, {{Sm|Nietono}}, and {{Sm|Raito}}. Ranked 38th on the [[JAPAN Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|Masashi|Japan}} (#90) - One of the best Cloud players in Japan. Placed 1st at {{Trn|Sumabato 26}}, 2nd at {{Trn|Sumabato 24}}, 5th at {{Trn|Sumabato 23}}, 7th at {{Trn|Sumabato 18}}, and 13th at {{Trn|Sumabato Smash 4 Final}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Shuton}}, {{Sm|Raito}}, and {{Sm|Etsuji}}. Ranked 15th on the [[JAPAN Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|MattyG|USA}} - The best Cloud player in New England. Placed 7th at both {{Trn|Too Hot to Handle}} and {{Trn|Super FamiCon 2017}}, 13th at {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2017}}, and 17th at both {{Trn|Shine 2017}} and {{Trn|The Big House 7}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Kameme}}, {{Sm|Marss}}, and {{Sm|Light|p=Connecticut}}. Ranked 5th on the [[New England Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|Mew2King|USA}} (#69) - One of the best Cloud players during the first few years of the game's competitive lifespan. Placed 2nd at {{Trn|Endgame}}, 3rd at {{Trn|Enthusiast Gaming Live Expo}}, 5th at both {{Trn|Get On My Level 2016}} and {{Trn|Shine 2016}}, and 17th at {{Trn|Frostbite 2018}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|ZeRo}}, {{Sm|Ally}}, and {{Sm|Larry Lurr}}.
*{{Sm|MkLeo|Mexico}} (#3) - Co-mained Cloud with {{SSB4|Marth}} and is considered the best Cloud player in the world, winning {{Trn|2GGT: ZeRo Saga}}, {{Trn|IBP Masters Showdown}}, {{Trn|GENESIS 5}}, {{Trn|SwitchFest}}, and {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2018}}.
*{{Sm|Ned|USA}} (#50) - One of the best Cloud players in the United States. Placed 2nd at {{Trn|Midwest Mayhem 5}}, 5th at {{Trn|Endgame}}, 13th at both {{Trn|Showdown: Battle Royale}} and {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 4}}, and 17th at {{Trn|Frostbite 2017}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|ZeRo}}, {{Sm|Ally}}, and {{Sm|Larry Lurr}}.
*{{Sm|Purple~H|Germany}} - The best Cloud player in Europe. Placed 5th at {{Trn|SALT}}, {{Trn|Syndicate 2017}}, and {{Trn|PPT Berlin}}, 7th at {{Trn|Syndicate 2016}}, and 9th at {{Trn|Albion 2}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|S1}} and {{Sm|quiK}}. Ranked 7th on the [[European Smash 4 Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|RAIN|Japan}} (#66) - One of the best Cloud players in Japan. Placed 5th at both {{Trn|Umebura 29}} and {{Trn|Umebura Smash 4 Final}}, 9th at both {{Trn|EVO 2015}} and {{Trn|Apex 2016}}, and 13th at {{Trn|Umebura 33}}.
*{{Sm|Ralphie|USA}} - Placed 1st at {{Trn|Xanadu - End of an Era}}, 9th at both {{Trn|Collision XV}} and {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2018}}, and 17th at both {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 4}} and {{Trn|Smash Sounds}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Ally}}, {{Sm|Mr. E}}, and {{Sm|Sinji}}. Ranked 7th on the [[New York City Power Rankings]].
*{{Sm|Tweek|USA}} (#7) - One of the best Cloud players in the world. Placed 1st at {{Trn|2GGC: MkLeo Saga}} and {{Trn|2GG: Hyrule Saga}}, 3rd at both {{Trn|Shots Fired 2}} and {{Trn|Royal Flush}}, and 4th at {{Trn|EVO 2017}}.


==[[List of Super Smash Bros. 4 character trailers#Cloud|Reveal trailer]]==
==[[List of Super Smash Bros. 4 character trailers#Cloud|Reveal trailer]]==
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==[[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Cloud|Alternate costumes]]==
==[[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Cloud|Alternate costumes]]==
Cloud's default costume is based on his appearance in ''Final Fantasy VII'' while accomodating some changes to his design originating from ''Dissidia Final Fantasy'', namely the redesigned SOLDIER logo on his belt and a redesigned pauldron. He has an alternate costume based on his appearance in ''{{iw|wikipedia|Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children}}'', known as "Cloudy Wolf" in ''Dissidia Final Fantasy'', which replaces the Buster Sword with the [http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Fusion_Sword Fusion Sword]. It has two minor variants: one with a long sleeve covering Cloud's left arm to hide the visible signs of his [http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Geostigma Geostigma], and the other revealing Cloud's left arm after he has been cured of Geostigma, as well as a red ribbon wrapped around it, which he and his party wear in memory of {{s|wikipedia|Aerith Gainsborough}}.
Cloud's default costume is based on his appearance in ''Final Fantasy VII'' while accommodating some changes to his design originating from ''Dissidia Final Fantasy'', namely the redesigned SOLDIER logo on his belt and a redesigned pauldron. He has an alternate costume based on his appearance in ''{{iw|wikipedia|Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children}}'', known as "Cloudy Wolf" in ''Dissidia Final Fantasy'', which replaces the Buster Sword with the [http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Fusion_Sword Fusion Sword]. It has two minor variants: one with a long sleeve covering Cloud's left arm to hide the visible signs of his [http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Geostigma Geostigma], and the other revealing Cloud's left arm after he has been cured of Geostigma, as well as a red ribbon wrapped around it, which he and his party wear in memory of {{s|wikipedia|Aerith Gainsborough}}.
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**His idle stance is identical to his battle stance in later appearances such as the ''Dissidia Final Fantasy'' series, leading with his left leg instead of his right as he does in his original appearance in ''Final Fantasy VII''.
**His idle stance is identical to his battle stance in later appearances such as the ''Dissidia Final Fantasy'' series, leading with his left leg instead of his right as he does in his original appearance in ''Final Fantasy VII''.
**The greenish coloration of the Buster Sword's trail is a reference to [http://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Mako Mako], a liquid that is used as the primary energy source within ''Final Fantasy VII''. It also possesses the ability to grant superhuman abilities to humans via genetic experimentation, especially when used in conjunction with Jenova cells, a process which granted Cloud his superhuman abilities.
**The greenish coloration of the Buster Sword's trail is a reference to [http://finalfantasy.fandom.com/wiki/Mako Mako], a liquid that is used as the primary energy source within ''Final Fantasy VII''. It also possesses the ability to grant superhuman abilities to humans via genetic experimentation, especially when used in conjunction with Jenova cells, a process which granted Cloud his superhuman abilities.
**Cloud's body emits blue Mako when his Limit Break is fully charged. This is a reference to his final battle against Sephiroth in ''Advent Children''.
**Cloud's body emits blue Mako when his Limit Break is fully charged. This is a reference to his final battle against [[Sephiroth]] in ''Advent Children''.
**His on-screen appearance, which has him landing and then catching the Buster Sword, is a reference to the end of his battle against Sephiroth in ''Advent Children'', where the separated blades of the Fusion Swords strike around him and he catches the "core" blade as it falls.
**His on-screen appearance, which has him landing and then catching the Buster Sword, is a reference to the end of his battle against Sephiroth in ''Advent Children'', where the separated blades of the Fusion Swords strike around him and he catches the "core" blade as it falls.
**Cloud glides forwards when he [[dash]]es. This is a reference to the dashing mechanic in the ''Dissidia Final Fantasy'' games, where all characters dash in a manner akin to flying, which can also be performed in midair.
**Cloud glides forwards when he [[dash]]es. This is a reference to the dashing mechanic in the ''Dissidia Final Fantasy'' games, where all characters dash in a manner akin to flying, which can also be performed in midair.
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*Cloud is the only DLC character with an alternate outfit to not have a trophy with the pose made with the alternate artwork in both versions of ''SSB4'', with it only appearing in the Wii U version.
*Cloud is the only DLC character with an alternate outfit to not have a trophy with the pose made with the alternate artwork in both versions of ''SSB4'', with it only appearing in the Wii U version.
**He is also the only DLC character who is able to pseudo-[[crawl]] in ''SSB4''.
**He is also the only DLC character who is able to pseudo-[[crawl]] in ''SSB4''.
*In ''Smash 3DS'', if Kirby attempts to inhale Cloud but the move is interrupted by Cloud attacking, the Buster Sword will not make its usual blunt impact noises for the duration of the match.


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