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|availability = [[Unlockable character|Unlockable]] (3DS)<br />[[Starter character|Starter]] (Wii U) | |availability = [[Unlockable character|Unlockable]] (3DS)<br />[[Starter character|Starter]] (Wii U) | ||
|tier = G | |tier = G | ||
|ranking = | |ranking = 55 | ||
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'''Jigglypuff''' ({{Ja|プリン|Purin}}, ''Purin'') is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. After initially being seen several times during the [[Nintendo Direct#Super Smash Bros. for Wii U: 50-Fact Extravaganza|''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'' 50-Fact Extravaganza]] on October 23rd, 2014,<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0BBGzfw0pQ Wii U - Super Smash Bros. for Wii U 50-Fact Extravaganza]</ref> it was formally added to the official website on November 5th, 2014. | |||
Jigglypuff is once again voiced by Rachael Lillis in English and Mika Kanai in Japanese, albeit via recycled voice clips from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. As in previous games, it also has different voice actresses in French and German. | |||
Jigglypuff | Jigglypuff is ranked 55th out of 55 on the [[tier list]], placing it at the very bottom of the entire list, in the G tier. This is a slight drop from its already very low ranking in ''Brawl'' at 36th out of 38th, and its worst placement in the series. Jigglypuff retains its strong air game due to its high aerial mobility thanks to its very fast [[air speed]] and multiple [[midair jump]]s, as well as good [[juggling]] ability thanks to its fast and long-lasting aerial attacks. All of these attributes facilitate strong [[edgeguarding]] potential, and allows it to solidly perform its signature [[Wall of Pain]] technique, while it retains potent KO options between its newly buffed neutral aerial, back aerial, and [[Rest]]. | ||
Jigglypuff is | However, Jigglypuff is strongly held back by its poor ground game, due to its poor mobility on the ground and short [[range]] on most of its attacks, including its grab. Furthermore, Jigglypuff has significant difficulty in KOing opponents, as it has few reliable KO moves, and a majority of them feature considerable amounts of lag that cause them to be unsafe in most scenarios. In addition, Jigglypuff is prone to air release combos from several characters within 10 frames that can either combo or KO. Its endurance is unarguably the worst in the game, as it is extremely floaty and possesses the lowest [[weight]] in the game, further exacerbated by the new [[rage]] mechanic and weaker [[shield]]s, which is further amplified by Jigglypuff immediately getting KOed if its shield is broken. | ||
Jigglypuff is considered non-viable for tournament play, though a number of players have made some impacts at tournaments, with players such as {{Sm|LeeT}} and {{Sm|MASTER PUFFY}} performing decently in nationals, and {{Sm|Captain L}} ranking with it as a co-main on the [[Panda Global Rankings|Panda Global Rankings v5]]. Despite this, Jigglypuff continues to have only a small playerbase, and it has notably failed to receive any [[buff]]s from [[update]]s in the game. | |||
==How to unlock== | |||
==How to unlock | |||
* Play 120 VS Matches. | * Play 120 VS Matches. | ||
* Collect 30 different pieces of [[equipment]]. | * Collect 30 different pieces of [[equipment]]. | ||
After completing one of the two methods, Jigglypuff must then be defeated on [[Unova Pokémon League]]. | After completing one of the two methods, Jigglypuff must then be defeated on [[Unova Pokémon League]]. | ||
Jigglypuff is a [[starter character]] in {{forwiiu}}, and is unlockable only in the 3DS version of ''SSB4''. | |||
==Attributes== | ==Attributes== | ||
Jigglypuff is a character of extremes, as evident with its attributes: it has the second highest [[traction]], the second fastest [[air speed]], the highest [[air acceleration]], the lowest [[falling speed]], and the lowest [[gravity]]. These attributes make Jigglypuff a very mobile character in the air and give it easily controllable ground movement. However, it has the slowest [[walking]] speed and the second slowest [[dash]]ing speed, the lightest [[weight]] and the lowest [[jump]] force, as well as a fairly slow jumpsquat. As such, these attributes make Jigglypuff unable to quickly traverse the stage on foot and susceptible to early KOs. To make up for its low jumping force, however, it has five [[midair jump]]s, which further enhance its aerial evasiveness. Its very low gravity also results in it taking slightly below average [[hitstun]]. | Jigglypuff is a character of extremes, as evident with its attributes: it has the second highest [[traction]], the second fastest [[air speed]], the highest [[air acceleration]], the lowest [[falling speed]], and the lowest [[gravity]]. These attributes make Jigglypuff a very mobile character in the air and give it easily controllable ground movement. However, it has the slowest [[walking]] speed and the second slowest [[dash]]ing speed, the lightest [[weight]] and the lowest [[jump]] force, as well as a fairly slow jumpsquat. As such, these attributes make Jigglypuff unable to quickly traverse the stage on foot and susceptible to early KOs. To make up for its low jumping force, however, it has five [[midair jump]]s, which further enhance its aerial evasiveness. Its very low gravity also results in it taking slightly below average [[hitstun]]. | ||
Jigglypuff's | Jigglypuff's main strength is its formidable air game. Excluding back aerial, all of its aerial attacks have lingering hitboxes and, in the case of down aerial, multiple hits. Their duration is the primary reason Jigglypuff is deceptively difficult to challenge in the air, as opponents will most likely collide within an attack's final frames. All of its aerials, aside from up aerial, also have enough range to be [[spacing|spaced]] correctly thanks to Jigglypuff's aerial mobility, allowing it to zone and [[approach]] opponents safely in the air. Each of Jigglypuff's aerials also have their own distinct strengths. Neutral aerial is its fastest aerial and one of the strongest [[sex kick]]s in the game, even when stale, and can easily [[gimp]] poor recoveries due to its late hitbox being sufficiently strong enough to do so. Due to its speed and power, it also works as a good [[out of shield]] or approach option, and its long duration allows it to break combos. Forward aerial has the second weakest knockback of Jigglypuff's aerials, but this grants it good combo potential in return. It can also easily put opponents off-stage, and is the main component of the [[wall of pain]] technique: once an opponent with a poor recovery is launched off-stage, Jigglypuff can follow up with several other forward aerials until they reach the blast zone, where Jigglypuff can finish the opponent off with another forward or a neutral aerial. Back aerial is Jigglypuff's strongest aerial, KOing reliably at 135%, and having a remarkable range, given Jigglypuff's small size. It is also safe on shield due to its high damage output and above average hitlag, though it is also its slowest aerial, making it a bit predictable. Up aerial has a deceptively long-lasting hitbox, which can be problematic for any opponent that has issues dealing with [[juggling]], and it is also a situational finisher near the upper blast line. Lastly, down aerial can be used as a highly damaging out of shield or pressuring option, dealing up to 14% damage, and has low ending lag. It can sometimes also work as an anti-juggling option against characters with slow aerial mobility or moves. | ||
Jigglypuff's unmatched floatiness, | Jigglypuff's unmatched floatiness, very fast air speed, multiple jumps and strong air game give it a tremendous off-stage presence. Due to lacking a traditional [[recovery]] move, its recovery is fairly susceptible to gimping, though its other attributes make its recovery very effective regardless. Its fast air acceleration also allows it to disorient opponents that attempt to [[edgeguard]] it. With the aid of [[Pound]], it can also stall its recovery and protect its landing. Jigglypuff is fearsome at edgeguarding: with proper spacing and good timing, it can gimp all but the farthest distanced recoveries without being put at risk; characters such as {{SSB4|Cloud}} and {{SSB4|Ness}} are the most susceptible to its edgeguarding, as their recoveries lack both speed and resilience. | ||
Finally, Jigglypuff has a trump card in [[Rest]], its signature move; it has very high vertical knockback at all percentages, to the point where it can reliably KO any character at 70%, but KOs most characters at as early as 50%. It hits on frame 2 with a [[flower]] effect and has full [[intangibility]] until Jigglypuff closes its eyes. In addition to being a strong [[punishment]] option, the threat of Rest forces opponents to be very careful when using laggy moves, especially due to Jigglypuff's ability to perform an occasionally situational true combo into it. The easiest way to confirm a Rest is with forward aerial: hitting with the move's final frames will lead into an unavoidable Rest, which becomes even more potent if used in the air or with high [[rage]]. Depending on the opponent's falling speed, a jump may be necessary to reach them. Another reliable way to confirm one is by landing with up aerial: should Jigglypuff land immediately after hitting the opponent, Rest can be landed without fail. This combo works optimally on platforms due to its limited percentage range and its ability to KO as low as 35%. | Finally, Jigglypuff has a trump card in [[Rest]], its signature move; it has very high vertical knockback at all percentages, to the point where it can reliably KO any character at 70%, but KOs most characters at as early as 50%. It hits on frame 2 with a [[flower]] effect and has full [[intangibility]] until Jigglypuff closes its eyes. In addition to being a strong [[punishment]] option, the threat of Rest forces opponents to be very careful when using laggy moves, especially due to Jigglypuff's ability to perform an occasionally situational true combo into it. The easiest way to confirm a Rest is with forward aerial: hitting with the move's final frames will lead into an unavoidable Rest, which becomes even more potent if used in the air or with high [[rage]]. Depending on the opponent's falling speed, a jump may be necessary to reach them. Another reliable way to confirm one is by landing with up aerial: should Jigglypuff land immediately after hitting the opponent, Rest can be landed without fail. This combo works optimally on platforms due to its limited percentage range and its ability to KO as low as 35%. | ||
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Up tilt can also lead into Rest, which can be used to rack up at least 30%, but opponents can be launched too far away past low percentages. Lastly, retreating with down aerial can also work, but aside from being the hardest to perform, it is also the least likely to succeed. Other methods of safely using Rest involve [[crouching]], [[buffering]], a [[footstool jump]], a [[jab reset]], or interrupting an opposing neutral attack, though few characters are vulnerable to these methods, and they usually require impeccable timing. Platforms can be a saving grace when considering Rest, as they can lead into 0% KO confirms on certain characters and, if they are moving, can make it a bit harder to punish. For all its potential, however, Rest has the slowest [[interruptibility]] in the game, allowing Jigglypuff to move only after five and a half seconds if the move is inputted, making it easy to punish, even if it KOs the opponent, and thus being a gamble to attempt in almost any circumstance. | Up tilt can also lead into Rest, which can be used to rack up at least 30%, but opponents can be launched too far away past low percentages. Lastly, retreating with down aerial can also work, but aside from being the hardest to perform, it is also the least likely to succeed. Other methods of safely using Rest involve [[crouching]], [[buffering]], a [[footstool jump]], a [[jab reset]], or interrupting an opposing neutral attack, though few characters are vulnerable to these methods, and they usually require impeccable timing. Platforms can be a saving grace when considering Rest, as they can lead into 0% KO confirms on certain characters and, if they are moving, can make it a bit harder to punish. For all its potential, however, Rest has the slowest [[interruptibility]] in the game, allowing Jigglypuff to move only after five and a half seconds if the move is inputted, making it easy to punish, even if it KOs the opponent, and thus being a gamble to attempt in almost any circumstance. | ||
However, Jigglypuff is held back by numerous weaknesses, which are severe enough to outweigh its strengths. The most detrimental is its frailty: Jigglypuff's stats result in it | However, Jigglypuff is held back by numerous weaknesses, which are severe enough to outweigh its strengths. The most detrimental is its frailty: Jigglypuff's stats result in it having the lowest endurance in the game, potentially being knocked out as early as 35% with a sufficiently strong attack. The introduction of rage is an additional burden, since opponents can send it flying even earlier, in some instances a combo being all it takes for Jigglypuff to be KO'd even at 0%. These drawbacks force Jigglypuff to play extremely cautiously, as any damage taken can prove dangerous in the long run. Adding insult to injury, Jigglypuff's [[shield jump]] has enough force to KO it even from the very bottom of [[Palutena's Temple]]. This makes shielding very risky at low percentages, as the possibly survivable punishes normally received after a shield break are replaced by a guaranteed KO that can only be stopped by a ceiling. | ||
Furthermore, Jigglypuff has a very problematic ground game. While most of its | Furthermore, Jigglypuff has a very problematic ground game. While most of its ground moves are fast in proportion to their power, its lack of range and slow grounded approach prevent it from racking up large amounts of damage with only a few moves. This is worsened when considering the utility of its grounded attacks: neutral attack's incredible speed can lead into additional follow-ups, forward tilt is fast and highly damaging, up tilt can KO at unusually low percentages, and down tilt is a [[semi-spike]] with high base knockback. As for its smash attacks, forward smash has surprisingly high knockback scaling, while down smash has intangibility and the lowest launch angle of any other conventional semi-spike. Its grab game also has similar issues: while Jigglypuff has some of the fastest grabs in the game and the second most damaging set of throws (tied with Ganondorf and being surpassed only by {{SSB4|Bowser}}), the former have very short range and the latter lack any follow-ups or KO potential, with its strongest throw, up throw, not being able to KO reliably even well beyond 200%[https://youtu.be/640NC5rmrdk?t=34s]. This also results in Jigglypuff being easily kept at bay by shields without usage of Pound's high [[shield damage]]. Jigglypuff suffers from air release combos due to its high air friction and slow airdodge startup. Several characters can react within 10 frames can combo or even kill. An example would be {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}} at certain percents comboing with up aerial, up aerial, and Boost Kick against Jigglypuff even with little rage for a KO. Another example is {{SSB4|Meta Knight}} using his unavoidable grounded [[Shuttle Loop]] out of air releases. Although Jigglypuff can escape these combos with a well timed Rest, this is extremely risky, and the hitbox will not connect against fighters with disjointed attacks. | ||
Jigglypuff's approach, despite being good in the air, is overall predictable. Most of the time, it relies on being close to the opponent, read its reaction in order to approach, or bait it in order to make its move. Its aerial moves are not good for approaching from a long distance as they are unsafe on shield when late, and its dash attack is terrible at doing so due to its long duration, despite its low cooldown. Coupled with the overall short range on its attacks, it is at a big disadvantage against characters with large disjoints like {{SSB4|Marth}} and Cloud. Its polarizing mobility is also a noticeable flaw. Although it has among the best aerial games in ''SSB4'', its ground movement is one of the worst, as it does not efficiently give Jigglypuff the chance to traverse across the ground quickly like most other [[Weight|lightweight]] characters can, and in turn makes it very troubling on the offensive side of battle should it be going against speedy characters, such as {{SSB4|Sonic}}. | Jigglypuff's approach, despite being good in the air, is overall predictable. Most of the time, it relies on being close to the opponent, read its reaction in order to approach, or bait it in order to make its move. Its aerial moves are not good for approaching from a long distance as they are unsafe on shield when late, and its dash attack is terrible at doing so due to its long duration, despite its low cooldown. Coupled with the overall short range on its attacks, it is at a big disadvantage against characters with large disjoints like {{SSB4|Marth}} and Cloud. Its polarizing mobility is also a noticeable flaw. Although it has among the best aerial games in ''SSB4'', its ground movement is one of the worst, as it does not efficiently give Jigglypuff the chance to traverse across the ground quickly like most other [[Weight|lightweight]] characters can, and in turn makes it very troubling on the offensive side of battle should it be going against speedy characters, such as {{SSB4|Sonic}}. | ||
Lastly, all of Jigglypuff's specials are incredibly situational. [[Rollout]] is a chargeable attack that can KO incredibly early no matter where it is used, but is incredibly predictable and its deceptively small hitbox results in it effectively | Lastly, all of Jigglypuff's specials are incredibly situational. [[Rollout]] is a chargeable attack that can KO incredibly early no matter where it is used, but is incredibly predictable and its deceptively small hitbox results in it effectively having no priority, despite dealing 14% damage when fully charged. [[Sing]] has awkward timing, little range, does not work on aerial opponents, and, despite not having a hitbox, can be [[counter]]ed. Its [[sleep]] effect can also be shortened with [[button mashing]], reducing its otherwise devastating consequences. As a result, Jigglypuff has no reliable or safe recovery options, instead relying on its remaining jumps and Pound to recover, making it easy to gimp despite its usual off-stage comfort. Rest is very risky to use, and Pound is slow and cannot break shields that are on or near full health. | ||
Jigglypuff has among the most polarized [[Character customization|custom moves]] in the game, with few of them having utility that overall surpass the default versions. Relentless Rollout has much less power, but is much faster, hits multiple times and pierces opponents, making it less punishable and allowing it to be used as a recovery mix-up. Pound Blitz is slower and less powerful, but can still pressure shields while hitting multiple times and granting more momentum. Hyper Voice is better for protecting Jigglypuff, since it deals reasonable knockback and works in the air. Its other custom moves are disregarded in favor of the default versions due to their very low utility; Spinphony is, in particular, considered to be its worst custom move (and arguably the worst custom special move in the game), as it has very slow start-up, a very long interval between its active hitboxes and very long ending lag, to the point one could use it from the upper blast zone of the stage, and be dragged down to the lower blast zone by the ending of the move, which are flaws that completely overshadow the moves' utility at reversing opponents out. Raging Rollout has more power and is [[unblockable]], but is much slower at charging, grants less distance, has high ending lag and doesn't pierce opponents. Sideways Pound sends opponents at a [[semi-spike]], but is worse for recovering. Leaping Rest has more coverage since Jigglypuff jumps when using the move, but is much weaker and it naps for a longer time, making it more punishable if it misses. Wakie Wakie has decreased ending lag, increased range, pushes opponents away opponents while "napping" and sends opponents horizontally rather than vertically, again similarly to Rest's iteration in ''Melee'', but is also slightly weaker, causes recoil damage, and its increased startup makes Jigglypuff vulnerable. In addition, while Jigglypuff does benefit from its best custom moves since they enhance its strengths in one way or another, they also fail to fix most of its major flaws. | Jigglypuff has among the most polarized [[Character customization|custom moves]] in the game, with few of them having utility that overall surpass the default versions. Relentless Rollout has much less power, but is much faster, hits multiple times and pierces opponents, making it less punishable and allowing it to be used as a recovery mix-up. Pound Blitz is slower and less powerful, but can still pressure shields while hitting multiple times and granting more momentum. Hyper Voice is better for protecting Jigglypuff, since it deals reasonable knockback and works in the air. Its other custom moves are disregarded in favor of the default versions due to their very low utility; Spinphony is, in particular, considered to be its worst custom move (and arguably the worst custom special move in the game), as it has very slow start-up, a very long interval between its active hitboxes and very long ending lag, to the point one could use it from the upper blast zone of the stage, and be dragged down to the lower blast zone by the ending of the move, which are flaws that completely overshadow the moves' utility at reversing opponents out. Raging Rollout has more power and is [[unblockable]], but is much slower at charging, grants less distance, has high ending lag and doesn't pierce opponents. Sideways Pound sends opponents at a [[semi-spike]], but is worse for recovering. Leaping Rest has more coverage since Jigglypuff jumps when using the move, but is much weaker and it naps for a longer time, making it more punishable if it misses. Wakie Wakie has decreased ending lag, increased range, pushes opponents away opponents while "napping" and sends opponents horizontally rather than vertically, again similarly to Rest's iteration in ''Melee'', but is also slightly weaker, causes recoil damage, and its increased startup makes Jigglypuff vulnerable. In addition, while Jigglypuff does benefit from its best custom moves since they enhance its strengths in one way or another, they also fail to fix most of its major flaws. | ||
Overall, Jigglypuff can quickly rack up damage or KO opponents, but can be KO'd just as quickly. As a result of its risky playstyle and mechanics as well as its | Overall, Jigglypuff can quickly rack up damage or KO opponents, but can be KO'd just as quickly. As a result of its risky playstyle and mechanics as well as its punish game compared to other characters, its popularity in competitive play remains poor, as it has notoriously low tournament representation and almost no tournament results in singles at high levels of play. However, it should also be noted that Jigglypuff fares much better in [[doubles]] play, as its combination of evasiveness and strength are well-suited to this environment, courtesy of a teammate's attacks giving Jigglypuff many new options. | ||
==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''== | ==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''== | ||
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However, Jigglypuff also received some buffs, most notably Rest's aforementioned power having been partially restored since ''Brawl'', which also scales well with rage. Its neutral and back aerials have been buffed to KO at realistic percentages, with neutral aerial regaining some of the power it once had in ''Smash 64'' although back aerial's power came at the cost of being much slower and losing its [[wall of pain]] potential due to it being re-purposed as a KOing option combined with its slower speed/higher launching angle. Jigglypuff's smash attacks and grabs have slightly reduced lag, improving its approach and speed altogether when combined with its slightly higher dash speed, albeit for the exchange of less damage. Its dash attack also no longer rebounds with a hitbox, giving it some utility for KOing as well as both a new, albeit situational, approach tactic, and a way to deal with projectiles. | However, Jigglypuff also received some buffs, most notably Rest's aforementioned power having been partially restored since ''Brawl'', which also scales well with rage. Its neutral and back aerials have been buffed to KO at realistic percentages, with neutral aerial regaining some of the power it once had in ''Smash 64'' although back aerial's power came at the cost of being much slower and losing its [[wall of pain]] potential due to it being re-purposed as a KOing option combined with its slower speed/higher launching angle. Jigglypuff's smash attacks and grabs have slightly reduced lag, improving its approach and speed altogether when combined with its slightly higher dash speed, albeit for the exchange of less damage. Its dash attack also no longer rebounds with a hitbox, giving it some utility for KOing as well as both a new, albeit situational, approach tactic, and a way to deal with projectiles. | ||
Even so, these buffs do not compensate at all for the large nerfs it has received including its worse damage output and its worse aerial game and the changes to the game's mechanics did not help Jigglypuff that much. As a result, Jigglypuff remains an extremely poor character and is a common contender for the worst | Even so, these buffs do not compensate at all for the large nerfs it has received including its worse damage output and its worse aerial game and the changes to the game's mechanics did not help Jigglypuff that much. As a result, Jigglypuff remains an extremely poor character and is a common contender for the worst in the game. The majority of the ''Brawl'' cast had benefited from ''Smash 4''{{'}}s mechanics far more than Jigglypuff did and a fair amount of ''Brawl''{{'}}s weaker characters including most of Jigglypuff's fellow bottom-tier characters, such as {{SSB4|Mario}} and {{SSB4|Captain Falcon}} had been buffed both directly and indirectly. Lastly, Jigglypuff does not really benefit from a slightly more favorable matchup spread as while certain dominant characters from ''Brawl'', such as {{SSBB|Meta Knight}}, have been considerably nerfed, they still have clear strengths that Jigglypuff either lacks or said strengths being counterbalanced by Jigglypuff's weaknesses, allowing said characters to overcome Jigglypuff. | ||
While several poorly regarded characters like {{SSB4|Charizard | While several poorly regarded characters like {{SSB4|Charizard}} have received buffs over game updates, Jigglypuff did not receive any improvements whatsoever and newer updates had introduced characters such as {{SSB4|Cloud}} and {{SSB4|Bayonetta}} who gave Jigglypuff even more trouble. As such, its standing relative to the cast is worse than in ''Brawl'' and it only got worse over time due to the aforementioned reasons, and it once again lacks viability in competitive play, though its overall potency compared to ''Brawl'' is somewhat debatable due to the more polarized character balance in the former game. | ||
===Aesthetics=== | ===Aesthetics=== | ||
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*{{nerf|Spot dodge has more startup (frame 3 → 4) and ending lag (FAF 26 → 29).}} | *{{nerf|Spot dodge has more startup (frame 3 → 4) and ending lag (FAF 26 → 29).}} | ||
*{{nerf|Jigglypuff's [[item throw]] is slightly slower (0.9x → 0.8933333x).}} | *{{nerf|Jigglypuff's [[item throw]] is slightly slower (0.9x → 0.8933333x).}} | ||
===Ground attacks=== | ===Ground attacks=== | ||
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**{{buff|Forward smash has less ending lag (FAF 55 → 50).}} | **{{buff|Forward smash has less ending lag (FAF 55 → 50).}} | ||
**{{buff|The clean hit has increased knockback scaling (103 → 115), improving its KO potential despite its decreased damage.}} | **{{buff|The clean hit has increased knockback scaling (103 → 115), improving its KO potential despite its decreased damage.}} | ||
**{{nerf|Forward smash deals less damage (16%/13% → 15%/12%) | **{{nerf|Forward smash deals less damage (16%/13% → 15%/12%) with the late hit's knockback scaling being mostly compensated (80 → 85).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Forward smash has smaller hitboxes (5.28u/5.28u → 5u/5u (clean), 4.32u/4.32u → 4u/4u (late)) and they are positioned closer to Jigglypuff (x offset: -0.68/2 → y offset: 1/-2), decreasing its range.}} | **{{nerf|Forward smash has smaller hitboxes (5.28u/5.28u → 5u/5u (clean), 4.32u/4.32u → 4u/4u (late)) and they are positioned closer to Jigglypuff (x offset: -0.68/2 → y offset: 1/-2), decreasing its range.}} | ||
*[[Up smash]]: | *[[Up smash]]: | ||
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***{{buff|This improves its use as an anti-air.}} | ***{{buff|This improves its use as an anti-air.}} | ||
***{{nerf|However, this also hinders its ability to hit grounded opponents, especially shorter characters.}} | ***{{nerf|However, this also hinders its ability to hit grounded opponents, especially shorter characters.}} | ||
**{{nerf|The removal of [[DACUS]] significantly hinders up smash's approach potential, further | **{{nerf|The removal of [[DACUS]] significantly hinders up smash's approach potential, further hindering Jigglypuff's already poor ground game.}} | ||
*[[Down smash]]: | *[[Down smash]]: | ||
**{{buff|Down smash has less ending lag (FAF 53 → 49).}} | **{{buff|Down smash has less ending lag (FAF 53 → 49).}} | ||
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**{{nerf|The clean hit has a shorter duration (frames 6-8 → 6-7).}} | **{{nerf|The clean hit has a shorter duration (frames 6-8 → 6-7).}} | ||
*[[Forward aerial]]: | *[[Forward aerial]]: | ||
**{{nerf| | **{{nerf|Clean forward aerial deals less damage (12%/10% → 9%) and has decreased knockback scaling (108 → 98) significantly hindering its KO potential.}} | ||
***{{buff|However, this also improves its followup potential.}} | ***{{buff|However, this also improves its followup potential.}} | ||
**{{change|Late forward aerial has increased base knockback (12 → 30), improving its safety and edgeguarding potential but hindering its followup and locking potential.}} | **{{change|Late forward aerial has increased base knockback (12 → 30), improving its safety and edgeguarding potential but hindering its followup and locking potential.}} | ||
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**{{nerf|Back aerial launches opponents at a higher angle (361° → 46°), which removes its ability to lock and hinders its KO potential.}} | **{{nerf|Back aerial launches opponents at a higher angle (361° → 46°), which removes its ability to lock and hinders its KO potential.}} | ||
**{{nerf|Back aerial's near hitbox has been removed. The move is also less disjointed due to Jigglypuff's size being increased, without the hitboxes being moved to compensate.}} | **{{nerf|Back aerial's near hitbox has been removed. The move is also less disjointed due to Jigglypuff's size being increased, without the hitboxes being moved to compensate.}} | ||
***{{nerf|Altogether, these changes significantly | ***{{nerf|Altogether, these changes significantly hinder back aerial's spacing and [[Wall of Pain]] potential.}} | ||
*[[Up aerial]]: | *[[Up aerial]]: | ||
**{{buff|Up aerial has a longer duration (frames 8-16 → 9-21).}} | **{{buff|Up aerial has a longer duration (frames 8-16 → 9-21).}} | ||
**{{buff|Up aerial has a new animation where Jigglypuff extends its arm, with its hitboxes being moved upwards to | **{{buff|Up aerial has a new animation where Jigglypuff extends its arm, with its hitboxes being moved upwards to compensate (x offset: 4/1/-2 → 7/4/1). This increases its vertical range.}} | ||
***{{nerf|However, this also reduces its range below Jigglypuff | ***{{nerf|However, this also reduces its range below Jigglypuff and the new animation is longer (39 frames → 49).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Up aerial has more startup (frame 8 → 9) and ending lag (FAF 37 → 45).}} | **{{nerf|Up aerial has more startup (frame 8 → 9) and ending lag (FAF 37 → 45).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Up aerial's near hitboxes are smaller (4u/4u → 3u/3u).}} | **{{nerf|Up aerial's near hitboxes are smaller (4u/4u → 3u/3u).}} | ||
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**{{buff|Down aerial now has an additional, ninth hit that launches opponents horinzontally (270° (grounded)/30° (aerial) → 45° (both)) and deals higher knockback (20/10 (base)/100 (scaling) → 30/150), improving its edgeguarding and KO potential.}} | **{{buff|Down aerial now has an additional, ninth hit that launches opponents horinzontally (270° (grounded)/30° (aerial) → 45° (both)) and deals higher knockback (20/10 (base)/100 (scaling) → 30/150), improving its edgeguarding and KO potential.}} | ||
***{{buff|This new final hit also decreases the move's ending lag as its total duration was not fully compensated.}} | ***{{buff|This new final hit also decreases the move's ending lag as its total duration was not fully compensated.}} | ||
***{{nerf|However | ***{{nerf|However much like with the first eight hits, this also hinders its followup potential against grounded opponents, in addition to sending aerial opponents at a higher angle.}} | ||
**{{change|The final hit has a much higher hitlag multiplier (0.8× → 2.2×).}} | **{{change|The final hit has a much higher hitlag multiplier (0.8× → 2.2×).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Down aerial has more start-up lag (frame 5 → 7).}} | **{{nerf|Down aerial has more start-up lag (frame 5 → 7).}} | ||
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***{{buff|Furthermore, the third soundwave only features the sweetspot, as the sweetspot takes priority and it completely overlaps the sourspot.}} | ***{{buff|Furthermore, the third soundwave only features the sweetspot, as the sweetspot takes priority and it completely overlaps the sourspot.}} | ||
**{{buff|The first two waves' far soundwave is larger (13u → 14u).}} | **{{buff|The first two waves' far soundwave is larger (13u → 14u).}} | ||
**{{change|Jigglypuff now opens its eyes when performing Sing | **{{change|Jigglypuff now opens its eyes when performing Sing, instead of being closed like in ''Smash 64'', ''Melee'' and ''Brawl''.}} | ||
*[[Rest]]: | *[[Rest]]: | ||
**{{buff|Rest has a longer duration (frame 2 → 2-4).}} | **{{buff|Rest has a longer duration (frame 2 → 2-4).}} | ||
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==Update history== | ==Update history== | ||
Jigglypuff is notorious for receiving | Jigglypuff is notorious for not receiving any direct changes despite being universally considered a bottom-tier character. However, the changes to shield mechanics in updates [[1.1.0]] and [[1.1.1]] indirectly buffed Jigglypuff, as the increased [[shieldstun]] makes Jigglypuff's attacks slightly safer on shield (most notably its back aerial). It also slightly benefits from the nerfs given to some of its hardest matchups in game updates, such as {{SSB4|Diddy Kong}}, {{SSB4|Sheik}}, {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}, and {{SSB4|Bayonetta}}. However, it is the only non-top tier fighter to have never received a single buff,<!--Dedede's down throw was buffed in 1.0.4--> which further reinforced its widely held perception as the worst fighter in the game. Overall, Jigglypuff fares considerably worse relative to the cast than it did during the initial release, due to not receiving any truly significant changes from game updates. | ||
Overall, Jigglypuff | |||
'''{{GameIcon|ssb4-3ds}} [[1.0.4]]''' | '''{{GameIcon|ssb4-3ds}} [[1.0.4]]''' | ||
{{UpdateList/1.0.4|char=Jigglypuff}} | {{UpdateList/1.0.4|char=Jigglypuff}} | ||
==Moveset== | ==Moveset== | ||
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|game=SSB4 | |game=SSB4 | ||
|neutralcount=2 | |neutralcount=2 | ||
|neutralname= | |neutralname= | ||
|neutral1dmg=3% | |neutral1dmg=3% | ||
|neutral2dmg=3% | |neutral2dmg=3% | ||
|neutraldesc=Two alternating punches. It is very quick, which allows it to function as a pseudo-[[jab cancel]] into itself, forward tilt, down tilt, a grab or [[Pound]]. However, it is extremely short-ranged. | |neutraldesc=Two alternating punches. It is very quick, which allows it to function as a pseudo-[[jab cancel]] into itself, forward tilt, down tilt, a grab or [[Pound]]. However, it is extremely short-ranged. | ||
|ftiltname= | |ftiltname= | ||
|ftiltdmg=10% | |ftiltdmg=10% | ||
|ftiltdesc=A spinning roundhouse kick. Due to it being short-ranged, it is best used as a follow-up from neutral attack. | |ftiltdesc=A spinning roundhouse kick. Due to it being short-ranged, it is best used as a follow-up from neutral attack. | ||
|utiltname= | |utiltname= | ||
|utiltdmg=9% | |utiltdmg=9% | ||
|utiltdesc=A scorpion kick. Has some start-up, but is somewhat powerful for a tilt attack, as it begins KOing at 127%. Although it is best used for scoring KOs, it possesses almost no combo potential unlike {{SSB4|Kirby}}'s up tilt. It can combo into itself twice at very low percents, or a short hopped up aerial up to around 30%. While it can hit opponents in front of Jigglypuff, it has to | |utiltdesc=A scorpion kick. Has some start-up, but is somewhat powerful for a tilt attack, as it begins KOing at 127%. Although it is best used for scoring KOs, it possesses almost no combo potential unlike {{SSB4|Kirby}}'s up tilt. It can combo into itself twice at very low percents, or a short hopped up aerial up to around 30%. While it can hit opponents in front of Jigglypuff, it has to practically touch them in order to land it, and lacks this ability entirely against small fighters like [[Pikachu]] and Kirby. | ||
|dtiltname= | |dtiltname= | ||
|dtiltdmg=10% | |dtiltdmg=10% | ||
|dtiltdesc=A crouching shin kick. Can be used while crouching under some attacks, and is a [[semi-spike]] that is good for setting up edgeguards. It has the strongest base knockback of all of Jigglypuff's tilts, however it also has the longest start-up, and the weakest knockback scaling. | |dtiltdesc=A crouching shin kick. Can be used while crouching under some attacks, and is a [[semi-spike]] that is good for setting up edgeguards. It has the strongest base knockback of all of Jigglypuff's tilts, however it also has the longest start-up, and the weakest knockback scaling. | ||
|dashname= | |dashname= | ||
|dashdmg=12% (clean) 8% (late) | |dashdmg=12% (clean) 8% (late) | ||
|dashdesc=A lunging headbutt. Decently quick with good knockback for a dash attack and its hitbox blocks opposing attacks and (similarly to Ganondorf's dash attack) neutralises most projectiles, although it is unsafe on hit at low percentages, and Jigglypuff's slow dashing speed somewhat limits its utility. Begins KOing at 115% while near the edge. | |dashdesc=A lunging headbutt. Decently quick with good knockback for a dash attack and its hitbox blocks opposing attacks and (similarly to Ganondorf's dash attack) neutralises most projectiles, although it is unsafe on hit at low percentages, and Jigglypuff's slow dashing speed somewhat limits its utility. Begins KOing at 115% while near the edge. | ||
|fsmashname= | |fsmashname= | ||
|fsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (late) | |fsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (late) | ||
|fsmashdesc=A thrust kick. Powerful and has the most range of Jigglypuff's smash attacks, but has considerable ending lag. Begins KOing at 77% while near the edge. | |fsmashdesc=A thrust kick. Powerful and has the most range of Jigglypuff's smash attacks, but has considerable ending lag. Begins KOing at 77% while near the edge. | ||
|usmashname= | |usmashname= | ||
|usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|14}} (sweetspot), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (sourspot) | |usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|14}} (sweetspot), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (sourspot) | ||
|usmashdesc=An upward headbutt. Like up tilt, it is most effective if the opponent is behind Jigglypuff. Begins KOing at 112% sweetspotted, and 132% sourspotted. It suffers from a slow startup and a lack of range (despite having a large hitbox size). | |usmashdesc=An upward headbutt. Like up tilt, it is most effective if the opponent is behind Jigglypuff. Begins KOing at 112% sweetspotted, and 132% sourspotted. It suffers from a slow startup and a lack of range (despite having a large hitbox size). | ||
|dsmashname= | |dsmashname= | ||
|dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|11}} | |dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|11}} | ||
|dsmashdesc=A spinning split kick. It is short-ranged, but is a [[semi-spike]] that deals horizontal knockback and causes launched opponents to slide a long way across the stage. It can also hit below the edge, placing recovering opponents in a very vulnerable position, and although it will not actually KO under these circumstances until 132%, it makes it very difficult for the opponent to recover. | |dsmashdesc=A spinning split kick. It is short-ranged, but is a [[semi-spike]] that deals horizontal knockback and causes launched opponents to slide a long way across the stage. It can also hit below the edge, placing recovering opponents in a very vulnerable position, and although it will not actually KO under these circumstances until 132%, it makes it very difficult for the opponent to recover. | ||
|nairname= | |nairname= | ||
|nairdmg=11% (clean), 6% (late) | |nairdmg=11% (clean), 6% (late) | ||
|nairdesc=A flying kick. It is a [[sex kick]] with a long-lasting late hitbox. One of Jigglypuff's best moves, as it is very safe and has decent knockback when sweetspotted. Commonly used to block opponents from the edge or to end a [[Wall of Pain]]. The clean hit can KO at 108% at the ledge, and even earlier offstage. | |nairdesc=A flying kick. It is a [[sex kick]] with a long-lasting late hitbox. One of Jigglypuff's best moves, as it is very safe and has decent knockback when sweetspotted. Commonly used to block opponents from the edge or to end a [[Wall of Pain]]. The clean hit can KO at 108% at the ledge, and even earlier offstage. | ||
|fairname= | |fairname= | ||
|fairdmg=9% (clean), 6% (late) | |fairdmg=9% (clean), 6% (late) | ||
|fairdesc=A {{s|wikipedia|dropkick}}. Somewhat weak knockback, but good for spacing and can be used for a Wall of Pain. Has a lingering hitbox, though it does not as last as long as neutral aerial's hitbox, while its late hitbox can combo into Rest. Autocancels, but only if quickly inputted after a short hop. | |fairdesc=A {{s|wikipedia|dropkick}}. Somewhat weak knockback, but good for spacing and can be used for a Wall of Pain. Has a lingering hitbox, though it does not as last as long as neutral aerial's hitbox, while its late hitbox can combo into Rest. Autocancels, but only if quickly inputted after a short hop. | ||
|bairname= | |bairname= | ||
|bairdmg=13% | |bairdmg=13% | ||
|bairdesc=A spinning back kick. Jigglypuff's slowest aerial and lacks a lingering hitbox unlike its other aerials, but has strong knockback and good range while still being reasonably quick, making it a potent finisher. Safe on shield if spaced properly. KOs from 100%-135% sourspotted and from 75%-110% sweetspotted while near the edge. Autocancels, but only if quickly inputted after a short hop. | |bairdesc=A spinning back kick. Jigglypuff's slowest aerial and lacks a lingering hitbox unlike its other aerials, but has strong knockback and good range while still being reasonably quick, making it a potent finisher. Safe on shield if spaced properly. KOs from 100%-135% sourspotted and from 75%-110% sweetspotted while near the edge. Autocancels, but only if quickly inputted after a short hop. | ||
|uairname= | |uairname= | ||
|uairdmg=9% | |uairdmg=9% | ||
|uairdesc=Waves its arm in an overhead arcing motion. Very short range, but its hitbox lingers without losing strength. Good for [[juggling]] and [[sharking]]. Can combo into Rest at low percentages, but only on fast-fallers, making it an incredibly situational set-up. Autocancels, but only if quickly inputted after a short hop. | |uairdesc=Waves its arm in an overhead arcing motion. Very short range, but its hitbox lingers without losing strength. Good for [[juggling]] and [[sharking]]. Can combo into Rest at low percentages, but only on fast-fallers, making it an incredibly situational set-up. Autocancels, but only if quickly inputted after a short hop. | ||
|dairname= | |dairname= | ||
|dairdmg=1.5% (hits 1-8), 2% (hit 9), 14% (all hits connect) | |dairdmg=1.5% (hits 1-8), 2% (hit 9), 14% (all hits connect) | ||
|dairdesc=A diagonal corkscrew dropkick. Good out of shield option and somewhat effective as an anti-juggling option, but it is unsafe to land with due to its 30 frames of landing lag being punishable even on hit. With precise movement, a rising down aerial can combo into Rest at very specific percents, but only if Jigglypuff predicts the direction the opponent will be sent in, and their DI, making it incredibly risky to attempt, especially since the percent range varies drastically depending on the opponent and DI. | |dairdesc=A diagonal corkscrew dropkick. Good out of shield option and somewhat effective as an anti-juggling option, but it is unsafe to land with due to its 30 frames of landing lag being punishable even on hit. With precise movement, a rising down aerial can combo into Rest at very specific percents, but only if Jigglypuff predicts the direction the opponent will be sent in, and their DI, making it incredibly risky to attempt, especially since the percent range varies drastically depending on the opponent and DI. | ||
|grabname= | |grabname= | ||
|grabdesc=Reaches out. Jigglypuff's overall grab range is the second shortest in the game, surpassed only by {{SSB4|R.O.B.}}'s. However, each of its grabs have low ending lag. | |grabdesc=Reaches out. Jigglypuff's overall grab range is the second shortest in the game, surpassed only by {{SSB4|R.O.B.}}'s. However, each of its grabs have low ending lag. | ||
|pummelname= | |pummelname= | ||
|pummeldmg=3.1% | |pummeldmg=3.1% | ||
|pummeldesc=A slap. Its high damage output and decent speed make it very effective, to the point that it is perceived as one of the best pummels in the game. | |pummeldesc=A slap. Its high damage output and decent speed make it very effective, to the point that it is perceived as one of the best pummels in the game. | ||
|fthrowname= | |fthrowname= | ||
|fthrowdmg=5% (hit 1), 5% (throw) | |fthrowdmg=5% (hit 1), 5% (throw) | ||
|fthrowdesc=Puffs up once to launch the opponent forward. Low knockback, but has low ending lag, making it good for setting up edgeguards with its aerials. | |fthrowdesc=Puffs up once to launch the opponent forward. Low knockback, but has low ending lag, making it good for setting up edgeguards with its aerials. | ||
|bthrowname= | |bthrowname= | ||
|bthrowdmg=10% | |bthrowdmg=10% | ||
|bthrowdesc=A [[wikipedia:Suplex#German suplex|German suplex]]. Like forward throw, it is useful for setting up edgeguards. | |bthrowdesc=A [[wikipedia:Suplex#German suplex|German suplex]]. Like forward throw, it is useful for setting up edgeguards. | ||
|uthrowname= | |uthrowname= | ||
|uthrowdmg=10% | |uthrowdmg=10% | ||
|uthrowdesc=Spins once to fling the opponent upward in a trail of sparkles. High base knockback but low growth. Jigglypuff's strongest throw, though it only KOs when used with high [[rage]] and while on a platform. | |uthrowdesc=Spins once to fling the opponent upward in a trail of sparkles. High base knockback but low growth. Jigglypuff's strongest throw, though it only KOs when used with high [[rage]] and while on a platform. | ||
|dthrowname= | |dthrowname= | ||
|dthrowdmg=4% (hit 1), 6% (throw) | |dthrowdmg=4% (hit 1), 6% (throw) | ||
|dthrowdesc=Pins the opponent to the ground and then rolls back and forth on their back, which launches them upward. At certain percents, it can be used as a mix-up into Rest by successfully reading the opponent's reaction. | |dthrowdesc=Pins the opponent to the ground and then rolls back and forth on their back, which launches them upward. At certain percents, it can be used as a mix-up into Rest by successfully reading the opponent's reaction. | ||
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|fsdmg=17% | |fsdmg=17% | ||
|fsdesc=Rapidly inflates itself to a gargantuan size and launches all opponents near it horizontally while saying "Jiggly!" before quickly deflating back to its normal size. Jigglypuff's size is so great when inflating that its body completely takes up smaller stages and even some medium-sized ones, making it difficult to escape, however it can be avoided by grabbing the ledge and dropping off it or simply air dodging just as Jigglypuff is about to say "Jiggly!". | |fsdesc=Rapidly inflates itself to a gargantuan size and launches all opponents near it horizontally while saying "Jiggly!" before quickly deflating back to its normal size. Jigglypuff's size is so great when inflating that its body completely takes up smaller stages and even some medium-sized ones, making it difficult to escape, however it can be avoided by grabbing the ledge and dropping off it or simply air dodging just as Jigglypuff is about to say "Jiggly!". | ||
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===[[Crowd cheer]]=== | ===[[Crowd cheer]]=== | ||
{| | {{Crowd | ||
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|char-jp=Purin | |||
|game=SSB4 | |||
|desc-us=Jigglypuff! | |||
|desc-jp=Pu-ri-n! | |||
|- | |pitch-us=Group chant | ||
|pitch-jp=Female}} | |||
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===[[Victory pose]]s=== | ===[[Victory pose]]s=== | ||
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===Most historically significant players=== | ===Most historically significant players=== | ||
<!--This character has a ten player limit for this section. Before adding and/or removing a player, read these guidelines: https://www.ssbwiki.com/SmashWiki:Notability#%22Most_historically_significant_players%22_guidelines --> | <!--This character has a ten player limit for this section. Before adding and/or removing a player, read these guidelines: https://www.ssbwiki.com/SmashWiki:Notability#%22Most_historically_significant_players%22_guidelines --> | ||
'' | ''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.'' | ||
*{{Sm|Arika|Japan}} - | ''See also: [[:Category:Jigglypuff professionals (SSB4)]]'' | ||
*{{Sm|Captain L|Canada}} - | |||
*{{Sm|LeeT|USA}} - | *{{Sm|Arika|Japan}} - One of the best Jigglypuff players in the world. Placed 17th at {{Trn|Umebura Smash 4 Final}} and 33rd at {{Trn|Umebura 32}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Masashi}} and {{Sm|Kome}}. | ||
*{{Sm|Captain L|Canada}} - Used Jigglypuff as a secondary alongside {{SSB4|Pikachu}}, and is considered one of the best Jigglypuff players in the world. Place 5th at {{Trn|Saints Gaming Live 2018}}, 9th at {{Trn|CEO 2018}}, and 13th at {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 4}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Larry Lurr}} and {{Sm|BestNess}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Hungrybox|USA}} - One of the best Jigglypuff players in the United States. Placed 5th at {{Trn|Full Bloom 3}}, 17th at {{Trn|FC Smash 15XR: Return}}, and 25th at {{Trn|WTFox 2}} with a win over {{Sm|Fatality}}. | |||
*{{Sm|LeeT|USA}} - Formerly played Jigglypuff and was previously considered the best Jigglypuff player in the world. Placed 33rd at {{Trn|Shine 2016}} and 49th at {{Trn|CEO 2017}}. | |||
*{{Sm|MASTER PUFFY|Mexico}} - The best Jigglypuff player in Mexico. Placed 13th at {{Trn|Smash Fest 3}} and 17th at {{Trn|ConComics April 2018}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Richi}}, {{Sm|QROG}}, and {{Sm|Dano}}. Ranked 51st on the [[Mexican Power Rankings]]. | |||
===Tier placement and history=== | ===Tier placement and history=== | ||
In the early metagame, it was widely considered that Jigglypuff was, at best, a mid-tier to low-tier character, and that Jigglypuff's buffs from ''Brawl'' would allow it to perform better in ''SSB4''. However, its results and representation outside of [[doubles]] play were never as high as other characters that would rank above it in the future, and it would soon become clear that Jigglypuff had ironically lost much more than it gained in the transition. Despite the improved balancing of other characters, it infamously remained stagnant in game updates, with only a glitch that gave [[Rollout]] mindgame potential being fixed in update 1.0.4. As such, it was ranked 55th on the first ''4BR'' [[tier list]], making it the second lowest ranked character on the entire tier list. | In the early metagame, it was widely considered that Jigglypuff was, at best, a mid-tier to low-tier character, and that Jigglypuff's buffs from ''Brawl'' would allow it to perform better in ''SSB4''. However, its results and representation outside of [[doubles]] play were never as high as other characters that would rank above it in the future, and it would soon become clear that Jigglypuff had ironically lost much more than it gained in the transition. Despite the improved balancing of other characters, it infamously remained stagnant in game updates, with only a glitch that gave [[Rollout]] mindgame potential being fixed in update 1.0.4. As such, it was ranked 55th on the first ''4BR'' [[tier list]], making it the second lowest ranked character on the entire tier list. | ||
Jigglypuff continued to languish near the bottom of the tier list, due to still being unchanged positively by game updates while other bottom-tier characters like Zelda and {{SSB4|Ganondorf}} have received numerous buffs. Despite {{Sm|LeeT}} placing 33rd at [[Shine 2016]] while exclusively using Jigglypuff for the tournament's entirety, it was nonetheless ranked 58th, placing it at the very bottom of the entire tier list. This has continued into the third tier list, with the only slight change to its tier status being its reassessment as a low-tier character due to the bottom-tier being abolished. Although some players felt that Jigglypuff has earned a slightly higher placement on the tier list due to having better results and representation than some characters ranked above it, Jigglypuff once again ranked dead last at 55th on the fourth and current tier list, even after the exclusion of Miis from the tier list. | |||
It wouldn't be until 2018 that Jigglypuff would start seeing improvements in the metagame. {{Sm|Captain L}} started using Jigglypuff as a secondary alongside Pikachu and has gotten impressive placings such as 2nd at {{Trn|Arcane Tournaments 2018}}, 3rd at [[Flatiron 3]], and 25th at [[GENESIS 5]]. Captain L used Jigglypuff to defeat players such as {{Sm|John Numbers}}, {{Sm|Larry Lurr}}, {{Sm|BestNess}}, {{Sm|Strike}}, {{Sm|Blank|p=Florida}}, and {{Sm|Pandarian}}, and has also taken {{Sm|ESAM}} to game 5. Furthermore, {{Sm|Arika}} would make an impressive run at {{Trn|Umebura Smash 4 Final}} where he would defeat {{Sm|Masashi}} and {{Sm|takera}} en route to a 17th place finish, the highest placement for a solo Jigglypuff player at a national tournament. Although these results took advantage of the opponent's lack of matchup experience, they nevertheless were more impressive than the results of several other low and mid characters such as {{SSB4|Ganondorf}}, {{SSB4|Dr. Mario}}, {{SSB4|Kirby}}, {{SSB4|Robin}}, {{SSB4|Pit}}, {{SSB4|Yoshi}}, and {{SSB4|Dark Pit}}. Due to this, its position has become a point of debate; some smashers like {{Sm|Dabuz}}, {{Sm|Raito}}, and {{Sm|ESAM}} believe that Jigglypuff should be ranked higher while others claim that its weaknesses are too significant for it to be ranked any higher. Regardless, Jigglypuff is still considered to be one of the worst characters in the game and is considered nonviable throughout the game’s entire competitive lifespan. | |||
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==[[Trophies]]== | ==[[Trophies]]== | ||
{{Trophy/Fighter | {{Trophy/Fighter | ||
|name=Jigglypuff | |name=Jigglypuff | ||
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{{clrl}} | {{clrl}} | ||
==In [[Event Match]]es== | |||
===Solo Events=== | |||
* '''[[All-Star Battle: Secret]]''': Jigglypuff is one of the opponents fought in this event. All opponents are characters that have been unlockable in previous ''Super Smash Bros.'' games. | |||
* '''[[It's Past Your Bedtime!]]''': Jigglypuff must use [[Sing]] to make {{SSB4|Ness}}, {{SSB4|Bowser Jr.}}, and {{SSB4|Toon Link}} fall asleep at the same time. | |||
===Co-op Events=== | |||
* '''[[The Ultimate Battle]]''': Two players select a character and must defeat the entire roster. | |||
==[[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Jigglypuff|Alternate costumes]]== | ==[[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Jigglypuff|Alternate costumes]]== | ||
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<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Jigglypuff amiibo.png|Jigglypuff's [[amiibo]]. | Jigglypuff amiibo.png|Jigglypuff's [[amiibo]]. | ||
SSB4 - Jigglypuff screen-1.jpg|Using [[Sing]] on [[Pikachu_(SSB4)|Pikachu]] and [[Charizard_(SSB4)|Charizard]]. | SSB4 - Jigglypuff screen-1.jpg|Using [[Sing]] on [[Pikachu_(SSB4)|Pikachu]] and [[Charizard_(SSB4)|Charizard]]. | ||
SSB4 - Jigglypuff screen-2.jpg|Using [[Rollout]] on [[Ness_(SSB4)|Ness]]. | SSB4 - Jigglypuff screen-2.jpg|Using [[Rollout]] on [[Ness_(SSB4)|Ness]]. | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
[[File:JigglypuffArtworkRG.png|150px|thumb|Jigglypuff's original artwork from ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Green Versions''.]] | [[File:JigglypuffArtworkRG.png|150px|thumb|right|Jigglypuff's original artwork from ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Green Versions''.]] | ||
*{{forwiiu}} is the only installment where Jigglypuff is a starter character. As a result, Jigglypuff had appeared in various official screenshots and videos (such as the [[Nintendo Direct#Super Smash Bros. for Wii U: 50-Fact Extravaganza|October 2014 Wii U Direct]]) without acknowledgement before its official reveal. | *{{forwiiu}} is the only installment where Jigglypuff is a starter character. As a result, Jigglypuff had appeared in various official screenshots and videos (such as the [[Nintendo Direct#Super Smash Bros. for Wii U: 50-Fact Extravaganza|October 2014 Wii U Direct]]) without acknowledgement before its official reveal. | ||
*{{for3ds}} is the only game where {{SSB4|Luigi}} and Jigglypuff do not have the same [[Unlockable character|availability]]. | *{{for3ds}} is the only game where {{SSB4|Luigi}} and Jigglypuff do not have the same [[Unlockable character|availability]]. | ||
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*Jigglypuff's official artwork pose is a mirrored version of its pose from its official artwork from ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Green Versions''. ''SSB4'' is also the first ''Super Smash Bros.'' game to not have Jigglypuff fully face the screen in its official art and is the first game to give Jigglypuff a new character artwork. | *Jigglypuff's official artwork pose is a mirrored version of its pose from its official artwork from ''Pokémon Red'' and ''Green Versions''. ''SSB4'' is also the first ''Super Smash Bros.'' game to not have Jigglypuff fully face the screen in its official art and is the first game to give Jigglypuff a new character artwork. | ||
*While Jigglypuff's textures are completely unique in {{for3ds}}, its actual 3D model is very similar to its model used in [[bulbapedia:Pokémon X and Y|''Pokémon X'' and ''Y'']].<ref>http://www.vgfacts.com/trivia/8127/</ref> | *While Jigglypuff's textures are completely unique in {{for3ds}}, its actual 3D model is very similar to its model used in [[bulbapedia:Pokémon X and Y|''Pokémon X'' and ''Y'']].<ref>http://www.vgfacts.com/trivia/8127/</ref> | ||
*While most | *While most fighter trophies are sorted by debut appearance and then by unlockability within the type sorting, Jigglypuff is different in that it is placed between the ''Brawl'' characters and the ''SSB4'' characters in the list. | ||
*If done with correct timing, Jigglypuff can avoid damage by using its down taunt, even though many attacks can still hit it. Also, if its down taunt is used next to a cannon in the stage builder, Jigglypuff will be launched by said cannon. | *If done with correct timing, Jigglypuff can avoid damage by using its down taunt, even though many attacks can still hit it. Also, if its down taunt is used next to a cannon in the stage builder, Jigglypuff will be launched by said cannon. | ||
*Jigglypuff is the only starter character in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'' who has a [[List of challenges (SSB4-Wii U)|challenge]] exclusive to it that cannot be unlocked with a [[Golden Hammer]]. | *Jigglypuff is the only starter character in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'' who has a [[List of challenges (SSB4-Wii U)|challenge]] exclusive to it that cannot be unlocked with a [[Golden Hammer]]. |