Editing Jigglypuff (SSB)

{{disambig2|Jigglypuff's appearance in ''Super Smash Bros.''|this Pokémon in other contexts|Jigglypuff}}

|name         = Jigglypuff

|image       = [[File:Jigglypuff SSB.png|Jigglypuff]]

|symbol       = preBrawl

|game         = SSB

|ssbgame1     = Melee

|ssbgame2     = Brawl

|ssbgame3= SSB4

|tier         = B

|tierJP       = ?

|ranking     = 6

|rankingJP   = 8

'''Jigglypuff''' ({{ja|プリン|Purin}}, ''Purin'') is an unlockable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]''. Mainly included due to its popularity in the anime, Jigglypuff is notable for its similar appearance and nature to {{SSB|Kirby}}, and the fact that they share a lot of moves makes them semi-clones. It is the floatiest and lightest character in the game, a trait it has kept in subsequent appearances. Jigglypuff is voiced by Rachel Lilis in English and Mika Kanai in Japanese, its voice actresses in the dubbed and the original anime, respectively.

Jigglypuff ranks 6th, right in the middle of the [[tier list]], in the B tier. It is notable for being the lightest, floatiest, and lowest gravity character in the game. Jigglypuff has many low [[knockback]] attacks, which when combined with its floatiness, can be abused to its advantage in several combos against heavier characters, especially by gimping them or carrying them all the way to the lateral blast lines. It also has some moves with disproportionate power, like its up smash, back throw and the famous [[Rest]]. However, because Jigglypuff is so light and floaty, it is very easy to KO. In addition, Jigglypuff lacks a rising [[up special]] move for recovery, forcing it to rely on its remaining midair jumps and [[Pound]] to recover.

[[File:Jigglypuffending.jpg|thumb|250px|Jigglypuff's ending picture in ''Super Smash Bros.'']]

Most of Jigglypuff's moveset consists of low knockback attacks. To many novice players, low knockback is often considered a bad thing. But to the competitive [[Smasher]], Jigglypuff's low knockback attacks, combined with low [[lag]] and great aerial maneuverability makes it a good character to [[combo]] with. Its great aerial mobility makes up for the fact that it has the second slowest dash speed. Jigglypuff also has in its arsenal surprisingly powerful finishing attacks, such as its up smash. Unfortunately, Jigglypuff is very reliant on [[combo]]ing for its KOs; if the Jigglypuff player fails to land the finishing blow, it is not unusual to see the opponent's [[health]] go upwards to 150% before being [[KO]]'d.

Jigglypuff's ground attacks are generally slow and weak, other than its smashes. Neutral attack, forward tilt, and down tilt have little use in general. Up tilt is also weak but can be used for [[combo]]s at low-mid percentages, and it can lead into an up smash or Rest as a finisher. Forward and up smash are decent finishers, while down smash sends the opponent on a [[semi-spike]] trajectory, meaning it can be used for [[edgeguarding]]. Jigglypuff has some good aerials, with a good edgeguarding ability. Its dair can [[meteor smash]], though it's not as effective as other meteors.

Jigglypuff has a unique set of special moves, which can be considered "extreme". This means they have some very good things about them, but also some very poor things about them. Its neutral special move ([[Pound]]) has short range (like all of Jigglypuff's moves) and a little bit of starting lag, but it does very high damage, good knockback, a lot of [[shield damage]], and can easily [[Rising Pound|give Jigglypuff additional recovery]], especially horizontally. Its down special move ([[Rest]]) is known for having incredible strength if it connects, extreme ending lag, very fast starting time, very poor range, and providing [[invincibility frame]]s until its eyes close. It is an excellent combo finisher, and can be done from a forward throw against fastfallers like {{SSB|Captain Falcon}}. It is also possible to easily combo into it with a Z-canceled dair. Its up special move, [[Sing]], puts opponents to sleep. Unlike in ''[[Melee]]'' and ''[[Brawl]]'', it keeps opponents asleep for longer at lower percentages. This means it can easily lead into another move, but since the opponent's percentage has to be low, it can't really lead into a finisher.

On the receiving end, Jigglypuff's floatiness, low weight, and small size make it difficult to land long combos on it. Furthermore, Jigglypuff's slow [[falling speed]], five midair jumps, good [[air speed]], and Rising Pounds allow it to [[recover]] from almost any distance horizontally. On the downside, its vertical recovery is very bad due to only three of its midair jumps giving actual height (its fourth midair jump gives next to no height, and its fifth merely slows its descent) and it lacking a rising up special move. This makes it very vulnerable to [[meteor smash]]es and meteor smash combos such as {{SSB|Yoshi}}'s f-tilt -> fair. Also, Jigglypuff's slow falling speed makes it very easy to [[juggle]], and very vulnerable to characters with powerful vertical finishers, such as {{SSB|Fox}} with his up smash and up aerial. Light [[weight]] also has its downside, as Jigglypuff will often be knocked out at premature [[percent]]s. If Jigglypuff's shield breaks when there is no ceiling, it will be [[Star KO]]ed, so Jigglypuff players must be very careful when shielding multi-hit attacks and attacks that cause high [[shield damage]] (although it does have the largest shield, which helps this problem).

===Japan to NTSC===

Jigglypuff was buffed overall in the transition to NTSC, with the longer range on its down smash helping it edgeguard opponents, and the much higher power of [[Rest]] making it a go-to finisher out of a combo. However, the removal of [[momentum sliding]] slightly hurts its approach. Overall, Jigglypuff is slightly better than in the Japanese version.

*{{buff|Down smash has more range on both sides.}}

*{{buff|[[Rest]] deals 6% more damage (14% → 20%).}}

===NTSC to PAL===

Jigglypuff was indirectly buffed further in its transition to PAL, due to the [[Teleport (SSB)|teleport]] glitch covering more distance, which in turn gives Jigglypuff better approach options.

*{{buff|[[Teleport (SSB)|Teleport]] goes farther, making it a better approach option.}}

[[File:Jigglypuff SSB Air Attacks.PNG|right|thumb|150px|Jigglypuff's aerial attacks]]

|neutralname= 

|neutraldesc=A fast pair of jabs. The first is usually used in the middle of combos for some extra damage. The second is rarely used due to it having more ending lag.  

|ftiltname= 

|ftiltdesc=Circles in place and kicks. Can be angled. The knockback angle can be adjusted according to the angle of the attack.

|utiltname= 

|utiltdesc=Swings a foot behind, hitting above its head for a low knockback attack that sends the opponent up at a steep angle. If hit at the correct spot, this attack can be used repeatedly as an u-tilt chain or as a setup for more powerful attacks. However, at low percents, the sourspot (closest to Jigglypuff) is very punishable and has knockback similar to a jab. It is, essentially, a slower, weaker version of Kirby's version, with identical animations and comparable disjointed range.

|dtiltname= 

|dtiltdesc=Hitting just slightly in front, Jigglypuff's d-tilt sends the opponent upwards at a 45 degree angle. This attack is similar to the f-tilt angled up, with the main difference being that it has more cool down lag.

|dashname= 

|fsmashname= 

|fsmashdesc=This attack sends Jigglypuff forward with a quick burst of speed. One thing to note is that the hitbox comes out near the end of the attack, so if spaced and timed correctly, the opponent can grab the oncoming Jigglypuff before the attack connects. Above average knockback and a good finisher, despite being one of the weakest forward smashes in the game.

|usmashname= 

|usmashdesc=Rocks its head back then forward for an attack. If the opponent is hit early, this attack sends the opponent straight up for quick, low-percent kills, being tied with {{SSB|Mario}} and {{SSB|Luigi}} for the strongest up smash. At the last few frames of the attack, the hitbox exists only in front of Jigglypuff and sends the opponent forward with much less knockback. This attack is often used as a finisher.

|dsmashname= 

|dsmashdesc=Does a split, sending opponents on either side at a low angle. The hitbox extends quite a bit beyond Jigglypuff's feet, and this disjointed hitbox is most often used for [[edgeguarding]], as it allows the player to avoid getting hit by the [[Recovery|recovering]] opponent while still being able to prevent the opponent from grabbing the [[ledge]]. It can also attack opponents already on the ledge.

|nairname= 

|nairdesc=Extends a foot out, sending the opponent back. This move comes out quickly, has a decent-sized, disjointed hitbox, and lasts for quite a while. Has [[sex kick]] properties.

|fairname= 

|fairdesc=Leans back and extends both feet out. Unlike most forward aerials, this one has [[sex kick]]-like properties — it loses power with time and lasts for quite a while. However, it isn't exactly a sex kick. This attack is often considered a weaker and shorter ranged version of Jigglypuff's nair.

|bairname= 

|bairdesc=Spins and kicks backwards. This attack has low knockback and can be chained into more back aerials, although it isn't nearly as effective as ''Melee'''s [[Wall of Pain]].

|uairname= 

|uairdesc=Slaps upwards, making an arc with its arm, sending opponents upward. The hitbox extends throughout its body. Because the knockback is consistent throughout the hitbox, if the opponent is hit at the lower part of the hitbox, it may set up for aerial combos. Can KO floaty opponents at moderately high percents.

|dairname= 

|dairdmg=30% maximum, 3% (landing)

|dairdesc=Like all drill kicks (other than {{SSB|Kirby}}'s), this attack has very low knockback and traps the opponent. When Jigglypuff lands while hitting the opponent with this attack, it can be followed up with almost any ground attack, depending on the [[DI]]. It is a very weak [[meteor smash]], the weakest in the game, but can nonetheless be used for edgeguarding. 3% per hit (total 10 hits).

|grabname=

|fthrowname= 

|fthrowdesc=Unlike most f-throws, this throw sends opponents straight up. This is both bad and good, as the attack rarely KOs and can't set up edgeguards, but at low percentages, it can be useful for combos.

|bthrowname= 

|bthrowdesc=Throws the opponent backwards. This throw is among the most powerful throws in the game, knockback-wise.

|usdmg=0%

|usdesc=Sings, anyone nearby will be sent to sleep. Unlike in ''Melee'' and ''Brawl'', opponents sleep for longer at lower percentages. Unlike most up specials, it is not a recovery move, and will most certainly lead to a [[self-destruct]] if used offstage due to its long ending lag. It has very limited use owing to its small range and because usually by the time Jigglypuff ends its song, the opponent could have already [[Button mashing|mashed out]].

|dsdmg=20%

|dsdesc=Falls asleep for approximately 4 seconds, unable to perform any action during its duration. Jigglypuff has brief invincibility during the startup until its eyes close. However, with the extreme ending lag, it is not a good option to dodge attacks with, as the opponent can use almost any attack afterwards. Similar to Sing, using this move offstage will lead to a self-destruct. Normally, it leaves Jigglypuff very vulnerable, but if the opponent is right next to it, they will be sent flying by the attack. It is a powerful move (more powerful than the [[Falcon Punch]]) that deals a lot of damage, has high knockback, and can be combo'd into using an up tilt or any aerial, with these combos being possible at a variety of percentages using various moves.}}

{{Taunt/SSB|char=Jigglypuff|desc=Inflates, puts its arms in front of it, then rocks to its right, then to its left, then to its right again, accompanied by it saying "Jigglypuff!".}}

|desc-1=Jiggles.

|desc-2=Nods.

|desc-3=Rests.

==In [[Competitive play]]==

===Matchups===

====Japanese version====

{{SSB64MatchupTable-JPN|jigglypuff=y}}

===Notable players===

:''See also: [[:Category:Jigglypuff professionals (SSB)]]''

*{{Sm|wangera|Japan}} - One of the top 5 players in Japan and considered to be the best Jigglypuff in the World, 5th in the 2016 64 League Rankings

*{{Sm|YBOMBB|Canada}} - One of the best 5 players in Canada, 31st in the 2016 64 League Rankings

*{{Sm|CTG|USA}} - 50th in the 2016 64 League Rankings

*{{Sm|Isai|USA}} - Won APEX 2014 using only Jigglypuff

A technique that allows Jigglypuff to slide forward a moderate distance. Jigglypuff can attack, jump, or perform other actions out of the slide (it even allows it to go offstage), and with it giving it some speed, it can be used for movement, faster than just [[dashing]] due to Jigglypuff's low dashing speed.

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