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{{cquote|''Jigglypuff's normal attacks are weak, and because of its light weight it's easily sent flying. However, with its incredible midair agility, it seems to dance when airborne.''|cite=Description from Jigglypuff's trophy.}} | |||
'''Jigglypuff''', ({{ja|プリン|Purin}}, ''Purin''), is an [[Unlockable character|unlockable]] character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' from the {{uv|Pokémon}} series, making a return from [[Super Smash Bros.|the first ''Super Smash Bros'' game]]. Jigglypuff retains most of its moves from ''Smash 64'', though with some modifications. | |||
{{s|wikipedia|Rachael Lillis}} and {{s|wikipedia|Mika Kanai}} reprise their roles in the English and Japanese versions of the game, albeit via recycled voice clips from ''Super Smash Bros. 64''. | |||
'' | Jigglypuff is in the A tier at 5th place on the ''Melee'' [[tier list]], a significant improvement from its 6/12 position on the previous game's tier list, and its best rank in the series. Jigglypuff's jump on the tier list is due to its incredible recovery, an extremely dangerous edgeguarding technique in the [[wall of pain]], a [[Rest|powerful KO move]] that can easily be comboed into thanks to Rest, and an overall great aerial game and developed metagame. Its floatiness also makes it the only character in the top tier who cannot be easily comboed or chaingrabbed, which is also aided by its small size, which allows Jigglypuff to avoid most KO setups that most other characters would fall vulnerable to. Regardless, Jigglypuff still has problems. It is light and floaty, making it easier to KO with stray moves or certain low percentage setups than other characters. Jigglypuff's options on the ground are also limited, because of its poor range and a lack of a projectile. It also has a slow walking speed and dashing speed. Compounded with a poor dash dance, Jigglypuff's neutral game, which is largely committal, is not as good as that of other top-tiered characters; instead, it relies on its lethal punishes, edgeguards, and aerial mobility to succeed. Recent developments in the ''Melee'' metagame have also worsened Jigglypuff's matchups against other top-tier characters, such as {{SSBM|Fox}}, {{SSBM|Marth}}, and {{SSBM|Falco}}. Despite this, Jigglypuff still has an amazing number of winning matchups, with Fox being the only character in the game it loses to, plus it has even matchups with only three other characters. | ||
==How to Unlock== | |||
To unlock Jigglypuff, the player must complete Classic Mode or Adventure Mode on any difficulty. | |||
Jigglypuff | Jigglypuff can also be unlocked by playing 50 Versus mode matches (at the same time as [[Brinstar Depths]]). | ||
Jigglypuff is fought on [[Pokémon Stadium]], with the titular track playing. | Jigglypuff is fought on [[Pokémon Stadium]], with the titular track playing. | ||
==Attributes== | ==Attributes== | ||
Jigglypuff is, in general, a character of extremes. It has the slowest | Jigglypuff is, in general, a character of extremes. It has the slowest dash speed (tied with {{SSBM|Zelda}}), the fastest air speed, the second lightest [[weight]] (along with {{SSBM|Mr. Game & Watch}}), and the slowest falling speed. All of these properties gives Jigglypuff among the most unusual, but versatile, approaches in the game. | ||
Owing to its unusual properties, Jigglypuff is among the hardest characters to combo in the cast. Jigglypuff's light weight and floatiness make it insusceptible to the majority of extended combos, such as [[zero-to-death combo]]s and [[chaingrab]]s; after only a few hits, Jigglypuff will already be sent too far to chase down before the | Owing to its unusual properties, Jigglypuff is among the hardest characters to combo in the cast. Jigglypuff's light weight and floatiness make it insusceptible to the majority of extended combos, such as [[zero-to-death combo]]s and [[chaingrab]]s; after only a few hits, Jigglypuff will already be sent too far to chase down before the hitstun wears off, without the gravity needed to pull it back down to continue the combo. Despite Jigglypuff's weight and floatiness theoretically making it easier to KO than most of the cast, especially off the top of the stage, the great difficulty most characters have with comboing Jigglypuff allows it to survive disproportionately longer than other members of its weight class. Players who have good [[DI]] and [[SDI]] skills, and the awareness to apply them to stray hits, can stretch out its stocks to extremely high percentages. This forces opponents to find KOs at very specific percentage ranges as soon as the opportunity arises to actually be able to take advantage of Jigglypuff's weight. | ||
However, such KO setups can be very difficult to find, as Jigglypuff's small frame and short crouch allow it to duck under many hitboxes that would usually be reliable combo starters on other characters, | However, such KO setups can be very difficult to find, as Jigglypuff's small frame and short crouch allow it to duck under many hitboxes that would usually be reliable combo starters on other characters, such as several characters' standing grabs. Its fast air speed and floatiness allow it to weave away from improperly spaced attacks, and its powerful aerials, particularly its disjointed back aerial, can stuff out most characters' approaches. These properties make it difficult for characters such as {{SSBM|Sheik}}, {{SSBM|Marth}}, and {{SSBM|Captain Falcon}} to get the KO setups that allow them to succeed in other matchups. Top-level analytics show that Jigglypuff tends to sustain twice as much damage against other characters over the course of a set despite its light weight and floatiness, and rarely gets gimped at very low percentages, unlike most other top-tiered characters<ref>https://youtu.be/BGifpkfcvvg?t=24m40s</ref>. | ||
On the other hand, Jigglypuff possesses outstanding combo ability itself | On the other hand, however, Jigglypuff possesses outstanding combo ability itself; with high hitstun, low knockback aerials, good tilts, and strong throws, Jigglypuff has plenty of ways to start and continue combos against almost any other character in the game, regardless of the opponent's characteristics. Jigglypuff also possesses KO setups of its own, including the [[space animal slayer]], which almost guarantees a KO against some fast fallers in the game. Jigglypuff also has incredible power in some of its attacks; its smash attacks, particularly forward smash, can KO at realistic percentages. Jigglypuff's most powerful attack, however, is [[Rest]]. Among the most feared attacks in the game, Rest is an attack of extremes, with no starting lag (hitting on the very first frame), extreme ending lag, and incredible power, easily KOing characters at percentages as low as 25%. All of these powerful moves can be comboed into or used in [[tech]] chasing, giving them significant utility. | ||
Due to its characteristics and recovery prowess, Jigglypuff is also among the most dangerous edgeguarders in the game. It possesses several ways to set up an edgeguard, including its down smash and back throw; once offstage, Jigglypuff can finish the opponent with its quick and powerful aerials that are easily able to disrupt most recoveries off-stage, and the aforementioned high-power moves such as Rest that heavily punish improper recoveries done onto the stage. Jigglypuff's [[Wall of Pain]] is a particularly lethal method of edgeguarding, as it is an off-stage combo that can guarantee KOs on characters with poor recoveries, such as {{SSBM|Falco}} and {{SSBM|Roy}}, if done properly. Jigglypuff's edgeguarding is also much more flexible compared to other characters', due to its superior aerial drift, as it can easily cover both on- and off-stage options while other strong edgeguarding characters cannot. These strengths make Jigglypuff arguably the strongest edgeguarder in the game. On the flip side, Jigglypuff's own recovery is also considered to be the best in the game; with five midair jumps, the lowest falling speed, and the highest air speed, Jigglypuff can recover from nearly any situation, as [[Pound]], with its Rising Pound capabilities, gives Jigglypuff almost infinite vertical and horizontal distance. Its ability to weave in and out of enemy aerials, as well as its nearly unmatched number of jumps, make Jigglypuff extremely difficult to edgeguard. | Due to its characteristics and recovery prowess, Jigglypuff is also among the most dangerous edgeguarders in the game. It possesses several ways to set up an edgeguard, including its down smash and back throw; once offstage, Jigglypuff can finish the opponent with its quick and powerful aerials that are easily able to disrupt most recoveries off-stage, and the aforementioned high-power moves such as Rest that heavily punish improper recoveries done onto the stage. Jigglypuff's [[Wall of Pain]] is a particularly lethal method of edgeguarding, as it is an off-stage combo that can guarantee KOs on characters with poor recoveries, such as {{SSBM|Falco}} and {{SSBM|Roy}}, if done properly. Jigglypuff's edgeguarding is also much more flexible compared to other characters', due to its superior aerial drift, as it can easily cover both on- and off-stage options while other strong edgeguarding characters cannot. These strengths make Jigglypuff arguably the strongest edgeguarder in the game. On the flip side, Jigglypuff's own recovery is also considered to be the best in the game; with five midair jumps, the lowest falling speed, and the highest air speed, Jigglypuff can recover from nearly any situation, as [[Pound]], with its Rising Pound capabilities, gives Jigglypuff almost infinite vertical and horizontal distance. Its ability to weave in and out of enemy aerials, as well as its nearly unmatched number of jumps, make Jigglypuff extremely difficult to edgeguard. | ||
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Because of this, Jigglypuff's [[neutral game]] is considered to be lackluster among the top tiers. Not only is it forced to play an aerial spacing game, but it also lacks effective lingering hitboxes. Jigglypuff's neutral and forward aerials lose power quickly, and can be [[crouch cancel]]ed up to medium percentages. The weak hitboxes are thus only useful for interrupting recoveries, and can be easily punished if improperly spaced. To mitigate this weakness, Jigglypuff must make use of its unmatched aerial drift to create openings and space perfectly around its opponents, which, while not impossible to do at high-level play, nonetheless requires developing a very unique skillset not shared by other characters, including a strong mental game. Jigglypuff also lacks a projectile of any type; unlike other characters, such as {{SSBM|Marth}}, Jigglypuff also cannot negate projectiles easily, though its short crouch can mitigate this slightly. This makes Jigglypuff susceptible to being locked down or zoned out by projectile users, such as Falco and {{SSBM|Young Link}}. | Because of this, Jigglypuff's [[neutral game]] is considered to be lackluster among the top tiers. Not only is it forced to play an aerial spacing game, but it also lacks effective lingering hitboxes. Jigglypuff's neutral and forward aerials lose power quickly, and can be [[crouch cancel]]ed up to medium percentages. The weak hitboxes are thus only useful for interrupting recoveries, and can be easily punished if improperly spaced. To mitigate this weakness, Jigglypuff must make use of its unmatched aerial drift to create openings and space perfectly around its opponents, which, while not impossible to do at high-level play, nonetheless requires developing a very unique skillset not shared by other characters, including a strong mental game. Jigglypuff also lacks a projectile of any type; unlike other characters, such as {{SSBM|Marth}}, Jigglypuff also cannot negate projectiles easily, though its short crouch can mitigate this slightly. This makes Jigglypuff susceptible to being locked down or zoned out by projectile users, such as Falco and {{SSBM|Young Link}}. | ||
Overall, Jigglypuff has polarizing strengths and weaknesses. Jigglypuff has one of the most potent punish games out of all characters, yet is immune to most other characters' punishes; additionally, it cannot easily be edgeguarded, but is an extremely strong edgeguarder itself. On the other hand, Jigglypuff is KOed easily from stray hits unlike other characters, and struggles to approach enemies due to its decidedly below-average [[neutral game]], making it difficult to get openings in competitive play. Skilled players should take into account these weaknesses, using | Overall, Jigglypuff has polarizing strengths and weaknesses. Jigglypuff has one of the most potent punish games out of all characters, yet is immune to most other characters' punishes; additionally, it cannot easily be edgeguarded, but is an extremely strong edgeguarder itself. On the other hand, Jigglypuff is KOed easily from stray hits unlike other characters, and struggles to approach enemies due to its decidedly below-average [[neutral game]], making it difficult to get openings in competitive play. Skilled players should take into account these weaknesses, using clever baits and capitalizing on opponents' mistakes to attain superior positions where Jigglypuff can disrupt the opponent's plan and secure KOs that cannot easily be escaped from. | ||
==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]''== | ==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros.|Smash 64]]'' to ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee|Melee]]''== | ||
When transitioning from ''Smash 64'' to ''Melee'', Jigglypuff | When transitioning from ''Smash 64'' to ''Melee'', Jigglypuff received multiple buffs, primarily in regards to its power, speed, range, combo ability, and recovery. Jigglypuff's aerial mobility is far superior with faster air speed and higher mid-air jumps which heavily improve Jigglypuff's recovery, edgeguarding and aerial approach. This is further complimented by its aerials (most notoriously back aerial) receiving larger hitboxes making them more effective at walling out opponents. [[Rest]] has also seen a huge buff to its already impressive KO power making it an incredibly deadly attack if it lands. The changes to ''Melee''{{'}}s mechanics greatly aid Jigglypuff. The faster falling speeds allow Jigglypuff to maintain its powerful combo game despite the reduction of [[hitstun]] and the nerfs to some of its moves and [[air dodging]] further aids Jigglypuff's recovery and movement options. The changes to ''Melee'''s [[ledge]] mechanics also greatly benefit Jigglypuff as ledge invincibility no longer cancels if Jigglypuff lets go of the ledge and [[Sing]] can now be ledge-cancelled making stalling at the ledge an extremely strong option for Jigglypuff. | ||
Despite these significant buffs, Jigglypuff has also received some nerfs. Jigglypuff's already poor grounded mobility was made even worse and some of its previous KO moves such as down smash | Despite these significant buffs, Jigglypuff has also received some nerfs. Jigglypuff's already poor grounded mobility was made even worse and some of its previous KO moves such as up smash, down smash and back throw have been weakened while some of its other moves have had their damage output reduced (with down aerial being the most prominent example). Jigglypuff's grab game much like the rest of the cast was also toned down. As with all returning veterans without a [[tether]] grab, Jigglypuff's grabs are much slower and as mentioned before, its back throw was drastically weakened dealing less damage and no longer being a viable kill option. Up throw deals less damage than its old forward throw and has much higher base knockback hindering its combo potential although it is still a potent combo throw especially when combined with the increase in Rest's power. | ||
Overall, Jigglypuff fares significantly better in ''Melee'' than in ''Smash 64'' with [[ | Overall, Jigglypuff fares significantly better in ''Melee'' than in ''Smash 64'' with [[Tournament]] results to back this up. Jigglypuff went from the 6th best out of 12 on the ''Smash 64'' tier list to 5th best out of 26 on the ''Melee'' tier list. As a result of these improvements in both tournament and tier placings, Jigglypuff is widely considered one of the most buffed characters in the game, alongside {{SSBM|Samus}}. | ||
===Aesthetics=== | ===Aesthetics=== | ||
*{{change|The graphical upgrades of the Nintendo GameCube allow Jigglypuff to have a rounder body and a more detailed mouth. Additionally, its ears and hair curl are slightly larger and its irises are now | *{{change|The graphical upgrades of the Nintendo GameCube allow Jigglypuff to have a rounder body and a more detailed mouth. Additionally, its ears and hair curl are slightly larger and its irises are now turquoise.}} | ||
*{{change|Jigglypuff | *{{change|Jigglypuff received a new [[taunt]], where it now spins in place while winking at the player.}} | ||
*{{change|Its "applause" pose on the Results Screen now properly loops, instead of merely moving its head twice and then stopping.}} | *{{change|Its "applause" pose on the Results Screen now properly loops, instead of merely moving its head twice and then stopping.}} | ||
===Attributes=== | ===Attributes=== | ||
*{{nerf|Jigglypuff [[walk]]s | *{{nerf|Jigglypuff [[walk]]s much slower (0.28 → 0.7), hindering its already poor approach.}} | ||
*{{nerf|Jigglypuff [[dash]]es | *{{nerf|Jigglypuff [[dash]]es slower (42 → 1.1) now being the slowest in ''Melee'', along with {{SSBM|Zelda}}.}} | ||
*{{buff|Jigglypuff's [[air speed]] is much faster (35 → 1.35), going from the fourth fastest in ''Smash 64'' to the fastest in ''Melee'', largely improving Jigglypuff's [[approach]], [[combo]], and [[recovery]] potential.}} | |||
*{{buff|Jigglypuff's [[air acceleration]] is much higher despite already being the highest (0.07 → 0.28).}} | |||
*{{buff|Jigglypuff's [[midair jump]]s now all give height, greatly improving its recovery and ability to chase aerial opponents.}} | |||
*{{buff|Jigglypuff's [[air speed]] is faster | **{{nerf|However, Jigglypuff's first two mid-air jumps (especially the second one) grant less height.}} | ||
*{{buff| | *{{buff|Jigglypuff is significantly heavier (53 → 60) no longer being the lightest in the game.}} | ||
*{{change|Jigglypuff's [[falling speed]] is higher (38 → 1.3) although it is still the lowest in the game.}} | |||
*{{change|Jigglypuff's [[gravity]] is higher (2 → 0.064) although it has gone from the second lowest to the absolute lowest.}} | |||
*{{change|Jigglypuff's [[traction]] is much higher (1.1 → 0.09) going from the second lowest to the fifth highest. This makes it easier for Jigglypuff to punish out of shield but makes it more vulnerable to shield pressure and makes its new [[wavedash]] extremely short.}} | |||
*{{change|Jigglypuff's [[short hop]] is much lower. This makes its approach with aerials much more effective but prevents it from [[auto-canceling]] all of its aerials and performing two aerials in a short hop.}} | |||
*{{ | **{{nerf|Jigglypuff's full hop is much lower (now only being as high as its previous short hop) which along with its first two mid-air jumps being lower, hinders its already poor ability to chase opponents vertically.}} | ||
*{{change|Jigglypuff's [[falling speed]] is | |||
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*{{buff|Forward [[roll]] has less startup lag with a longer duration (frames 4-19 → 2-18).}} | *{{buff|Forward [[roll]] has less startup lag with a longer duration (frames 4-19 → 2-18).}} | ||
*{{nerf|Both rolls have more ending lag (FAF 32 → 35).}} | *{{nerf|Both rolls have more ending lag (FAF 32 → 35).}} | ||
*{{nerf|The removal of [[Teleport (SSB)|teleporting]] hinders Jigglypuff's grounded approach moreso than any other veteran.}} | |||
*{{nerf|The removal of [[Teleport (SSB)|teleporting]] hinders Jigglypuff's grounded approach | |||
*{{buff|The introduction of [[air dodging]] greatly helps Jigglypuff as air dodging not only gives Jigglypuff an additional recovery option if it runs out of jumps but they also give Jigglypuff superior landing options on platforms.}} | *{{buff|The introduction of [[air dodging]] greatly helps Jigglypuff as air dodging not only gives Jigglypuff an additional recovery option if it runs out of jumps but they also give Jigglypuff superior landing options on platforms.}} | ||
*{{ | *{{buff|The changes to [[shield]]s benefit Jigglypuff more than most other veterans as it makes Jigglypuff much less vulnerable to shield breaks (despite its higher traction) making its unique shield break less of a detriment. It also doesn't hurt Jigglypuff's own shield pressure as much as other returning veterans.}} | ||
*{{buff|The changes to [[ledge]] [[intangibility]] benefits Jigglypuff moreso than any other veteran as it can now easily stall by the ledge with minimal risk which can be extremely difficult to deal with.}} | |||
*{{buff|The changes to [[ledge]] [[intangibility]] | |||
===Ground attacks=== | ===Ground attacks=== | ||
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**{{nerf|Down tilt has a shorter duration (frames 11-15 → 10-12).}} | **{{nerf|Down tilt has a shorter duration (frames 11-15 → 10-12).}} | ||
*[[Dash attack]]: | *[[Dash attack]]: | ||
**{{buff|Dash attack deals more damage (10% (clean)/6% (late) → 12%/8%) with its clean hit also having increased base knockback (10 → 16).}} | **{{buff|Dash attack deals more damage (10% (clean)/6% (late) → 12%/8%) with its clean hit also having increased base knockback (10 → 16).}} | ||
**{{buff|Dash attack has less startup lag and its clean hit has a longer duration (frames 5-8 → 4-8).}} | **{{buff|Dash attack has less startup lag and its clean hit has a longer duration (frames 5-8 → 4-8).}} | ||
**{{buff|Dash attack has a shorter total duration (FAF 41 → 39).}} | **{{buff|Dash attack has a shorter total duration (FAF 41 → 39).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Dash attack's late hit has a shorter duration (frames 8-18 → 9-14) giving the move more ending lag.}} | **{{nerf|Dash attack's late hit has a shorter duration (frames 8-18 → 9-14) giving the move more ending lag.}} | ||
*[[Forward smash]]: | *[[Forward smash]]: | ||
**{{buff|Forward smash deals more damage (16% (clean)/10% (late) → 17%/13%) improving its KO potential despite its decreased knockback (10 (base), 120 (scaling) → 10/118 (clean) 6/105 (late)) being the sixth most powerful in ''Melee''.}} | **{{buff|Forward smash deals more damage (16% (clean)/10% (late) → 17%/13%) improving its KO potential despite its decreased knockback (10 (base), 120 (scaling) → 10/118 (clean) 6/105 (late)) being the sixth most powerful in ''Melee''.}} | ||
**{{buff|Forward has a longer duration (frames 12-14 (clean)/15-19 (late) → 12-15/16-20).}} | **{{buff|Forward has a longer duration (frames 12-14 (clean)/15-19 (late) → 12-15/16-20).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Forward smash has more ending lag (FAF 40 → 45).}} | **{{nerf|Forward smash has more ending lag (FAF 40 → 45).}} | ||
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*{{buff|Neutral and back aerials auto-cancel earlier (frame 34 → 29 (neutral), frame 28 → 25 (back)).}} | *{{buff|Neutral and back aerials auto-cancel earlier (frame 34 → 29 (neutral), frame 28 → 25 (back)).}} | ||
*[[Neutral aerial]]: | *[[Neutral aerial]]: | ||
**{{buff|Neutral aerial has less ending lag (FAF 55 → 50).}} | |||
**{{nerf|Neutral aerial has a shorter duration (frames 6-9 (clean)/10-33 (late) → 6-7/8-28).}} | **{{nerf|Neutral aerial has a shorter duration (frames 6-9 (clean)/10-33 (late) → 6-7/8-28).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Neutral aerial has more landing lag (16 frames → 20).}} | **{{nerf|Neutral aerial has more landing lag (16 frames → 20).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Neutral aerial's hitboxes are less disjointed.}} | **{{nerf|Neutral aerial's hitboxes are less disjointed.}} | ||
**{{nerf|Neutral aerial's clean hit deals less damage (14% → 12%) and both hits deal less knockback (30 (base), 100 (scaling) → 10/70 (clean), 100 (scaling) → 80 (late)) | **{{nerf|Neutral aerial's clean hit deals less damage (14% → 12%) and both hits deal less knockback (30 (base), 100 (scaling) → 10/70 (clean), 100 (scaling) → 80 (late)) significantly hindering its KO potential.}} | ||
*[[Forward aerial]]: | *[[Forward aerial]]: | ||
**{{buff|Forward aerial has less startup lag (frame 8 → 7), ending lag (FAF 40 → 35) and landing lag (30 frames → 20).}} | **{{buff|Forward aerial has less startup lag (frame 8 → 7), ending lag (FAF 40 → 35) and landing lag (30 frames → 20).}} | ||
**{{buff|Forward aerial has more range.}} | **{{buff|Forward aerial has more range.}} | ||
**{{nerf|Forward aerial deals less damage (13% (clean) | **{{nerf|Forward aerial deals less damage (13% (clean), 8% (late) → 12%/7%) and its late hit deals less knockback (0 (base), 100 (scaling) → 10/80).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Forward aerial's clean hit has a shorter duration (frames 8-11 → 7-8) with the late hit's duration being compensated (frames 12-23 → 9-22).}} | **{{nerf|Forward aerial's clean hit has a shorter duration (frames 8-11 → 7-8) with the late hit's duration being compensated (frames 12-23 → 9-22).}} | ||
*[[Back aerial]]: | *[[Back aerial]]: | ||
**{{buff|Back aerial has less ending lag (FAF 40 → 31) and landing lag (30 frames → 20).}} | **{{buff|Back aerial has less ending lag (FAF 40 → 31) and landing lag (30 frames → 20).}} | ||
**{{buff|Back aerial has much more range which along with its lower ending lag and Jiggplypuff's superior aerial mobility, makes it a much stronger spacing tool.}} | **{{buff|Back aerial has much more range which along with its lower ending lag and Jiggplypuff's superior aerial mobility, makes it a much stronger spacing tool.}} | ||
**{{nerf|Back aerial has more startup lag (frame 8 → 9).}} | **{{nerf|Back aerial has more startup lag (frame 8 → 9).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Back aerial no longer has a late hit | **{{nerf|Back aerial no longer has a late hit shortening its duration (frames 8-16 → 9-12).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Back aerial deals less damage compared to the previous clean hit (13% → 12%).}} | **{{nerf|Back aerial deals less damage compared to the previous clean hit (13% → 12%).}} | ||
*[[Up aerial]]: | *[[Up aerial]]: | ||
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**{{change|Up aerial now sends opponents straight upwards (70° → 90°).}} | **{{change|Up aerial now sends opponents straight upwards (70° → 90°).}} | ||
**{{nerf|Up aerial has more startup lag with a shorter duration (frames 8-16 → 9-12) increasing its ending lag.}} | **{{nerf|Up aerial has more startup lag with a shorter duration (frames 8-16 → 9-12) increasing its ending lag.}} | ||
**{{nerf|Up aerial deals less damage (16% → 12%) and knockback (0 (base), 120 (scaling) → | **{{nerf|Up aerial deals less damage (16% → 12%) and knockback (0 (base), 120 (scaling) → 10/100) hindering its KO potential despite its new angle.}} | ||
*[[Down aerial]]: | *[[Down aerial]]: | ||
**{{change|Down aerial no longer has set knockback (30 (set) → 20/10 (base)).}} | **{{change|Down aerial no longer has set knockback (30 (set) → 20/10 (base)).}} | ||
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**{{nerf|Down aerial has much more landing lag even when L-cancelled (8 frames → 30) and now lacks a landing hitbox; making the move much riskier to land with.}} | **{{nerf|Down aerial has much more landing lag even when L-cancelled (8 frames → 30) and now lacks a landing hitbox; making the move much riskier to land with.}} | ||
=== | ===Grab and throws=== | ||
*[[Grab]]s: | *[[Grab]]s: | ||
*{{buff|As with all other veterans, Jigglypuff has been given a [[up throw]], a [[down throw]], and a [[pummel]], improving its grab options.}} | |||
*{{nerf|As with most other returning veterans, Grabs have more startup lag (frame 6 → 7 (standing), 11 (dash)) and ending lag (FAF 16 → 31 (standing), 41 (dash)).}} | |||
* | *[[Forward throw]]: | ||
**{{change|Jigglypuff has a new forward throw: It hits its opponent on its side dealing horizontal knockback. Unlike most throws, the move's hitbox occurs after the throw with the hit being fairly powerful.}} | **{{change|Jigglypuff has a new forward throw: It hits its opponent on its side dealing horizontal knockback. Unlike most throws, the move's hitbox occurs after the throw with the hit being fairly powerful.}} | ||
* | *[[Back throw]]: | ||
**{{change|Jigglypuff releases its opponent one frame later from back throw (frame 24 → 25).}} | **{{change|Jigglypuff releases its opponent one frame later from back throw (frame 24 → 25).}} | ||
**{{change|Back throw is now weight dependent.}} | **{{change|Back throw is now weight dependent.}} | ||
**{{nerf|Back throw has drastically reduced damage (16% → 10%) and knockback (80 (base), 70 (scaling) → 90/25).}} | **{{nerf|Back throw has drastically reduced damage (16% → 10%) and knockback (80 (base), 70 (scaling) → 90/25).}} | ||
* | *[[Up throw]]: | ||
**{{change|Jigglypuff's previous forward throw is now its up throw.}} | **{{change|Jigglypuff's previous forward throw is now its up throw.}} | ||
***{{nerf|In the process, it deals less damage (14% → 11%) with altered knockback (90 (base), 50 (scaling) → 130/25). When combined with the universal reduction to [[hitstun]] and the introduction of [[DI]], this hinders its combo potential at lower percents and hinders its already poor KO potential.}} | ***{{nerf|In the process, it deals less damage (14% → 11%) with altered knockback (90 (base), 50 (scaling) → 130/25). When combined with the universal reduction to [[hitstun]] and the introduction of [[DI]], this hinders its combo potential at lower percents and hinders its already poor KO potential.}} | ||
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**{{change|Up throw is now weight dependent.}} | **{{change|Up throw is now weight dependent.}} | ||
***{{nerf|This further worsens its combo potential against heavier characters.}} | ***{{nerf|This further worsens its combo potential against heavier characters.}} | ||
***{{buff|However, this reduces the throw's ending lag against lighter characters. When combined with the universally increased falling speeds and the drastic buffs to [[Rest]], this | ***{{buff|However, this reduces the throw's ending lag against lighter characters. When combined with the universally increased falling speeds and the drastic buffs to [[Rest]], this provides Jigglypuff with a powerful technique known as the [[space animal slayer]] on Fox and Falco.}} | ||
===Special moves=== | ===Special moves=== | ||
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**{{buff|Sing can now auto-snap the ledge, which makes it less of a detriment if used off stage and can occasionally set up a Rest.}} | **{{buff|Sing can now auto-snap the ledge, which makes it less of a detriment if used off stage and can occasionally set up a Rest.}} | ||
**{{buff|Sing gives a slight vertical boost in midair if used after a jump.}} | **{{buff|Sing gives a slight vertical boost in midair if used after a jump.}} | ||
**{{nerf|The removal of teleporting removes Sing's use as an approach option.}} | **{{nerf|The removal of teleporting removes Sing's use as an approach option.}} | ||
*[[Rest]]: | *[[Rest]]: | ||
**{{buff|Rest deals significantly more damage (20% → 28%) and has higher base knockback (60 → 78) greatly improving its already impressive KO potential.}} | **{{buff|Rest deals significantly more damage (20% → 28%) and has higher base knockback (60 → 78) greatly improving its already impressive KO potential.}} | ||
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**{{change|Jigglypuff has a different voice clip when waking up from Rest. The old voice clip is used for Rollout.}} | **{{change|Jigglypuff has a different voice clip when waking up from Rest. The old voice clip is used for Rollout.}} | ||
== | ===PAL differences=== | ||
Compared to the other top tiers, Jigglypuff remained | Compared to the other top tiers, Jigglypuff remained unscathed when transitioning to the [[PAL]] version of ''Melee'' although it did receive one practically negligible nerf which does not effect its matchups against the other top tiers. Because of this, Jigglypuff is even more effective in the PAL version currently being ranked 4th on the latest PAL tier list and some would argue that Jigglypuff is the best character in the PAL version. | ||
*{{ | *{{nerf|Jigglypuff now takes damage from {{SSBM|Bowser}}'s down throw due to the throw no longer being weight dependent.}} | ||
==Moveset== | ==Moveset== | ||
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|game=SSBM | |game=SSBM | ||
|neutralcount=2 | |neutralcount=2 | ||
|neutralname=Left Jab ( | |neutralname=Left Jab (first), Right Jab (second) | ||
|neutral1dmg=3% | |neutral1dmg=3% | ||
|neutral2dmg=3% | |neutral2dmg=3% | ||
|neutraldesc=Two quick jabs with rather poor range. Good for [[jab reset]]ting and can lead into tilts. | |neutraldesc=Two quick jabs with rather poor range. Good for [[jab reset]]ting and can lead into tilts. | ||
|ftiltname=Rolling Kick | |ftiltname=Rolling Kick | ||
|ftiltdmg=10% | |ftiltdmg=10% | ||
|ftiltdesc=Does a quick roundhouse spin, feet extended. Has short range. Can be angled up or down. | |ftiltdesc=Does a quick roundhouse spin, feet extended. Has short range. Can be angled up or down. | ||
|utiltname=Back Kick | |utiltname=Back Kick | ||
|utiltdmg=9% (clean), 8% (late) | |utiltdmg=9% (clean), 8% (late) | ||
|utiltdesc=Extends its foot upwards quickly. Relatively good for combos, being able to chain into itself at lower percentages, and is a great setup for an aerial attack at higher percentages. | |utiltdesc=Extends its foot upwards quickly. Relatively good for combos, being able to chain into itself at lower percentages, and is a great setup for an aerial attack at higher percentages. | ||
|dtiltname=Trip | |dtiltname=Trip | ||
|dtiltdmg=10% | |dtiltdmg=10% | ||
|dtiltdesc=Quickly extends its foot downwards. | |dtiltdesc=Quickly extends its foot downwards. | ||
|dashname=Jiggly Ram | |dashname=Jiggly Ram | ||
|dashdmg=12% (clean), 8% (late) | |dashdmg=12% (clean), 8% (late) | ||
|dashdesc=A generic dash attack; trips and falls head-first forwards. Somewhat fast and powerful, but is predictable, and has moderate ending lag. | |dashdesc=A generic dash attack; trips and falls head-first forwards. Somewhat fast and powerful, but is predictable, and has moderate ending lag. | ||
|fsmashname=Lunge Kick | |fsmashname=Lunge Kick | ||
|fsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|17}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|13}} (late) | |fsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|17}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|13}} (late) | ||
|fsmashdesc=Does a small hop forward with foot extended. Has minor startup and ending lag, but is a decent finisher at higher percentages due to its extremely high knockback scaling; it has the second highest knockback scaling in the game out of the forward smashes, losing only to {{SSBM|Luigi}}'s. | |fsmashdesc=Does a small hop forward with foot extended. Has minor startup and ending lag, but is a decent finisher at higher percentages due to its extremely high knockback scaling; it has the second highest knockback scaling in the game out of the forward smashes, losing only to {{SSBM|Luigi}}'s. | ||
|usmashname=Headbutt | |usmashname=Headbutt | ||
|usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|14}} | |usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|14}} | ||
|usmashdesc=Headbutts upwards. It can be good for leading into aerial combos or finishing, and it can combo into Rest at mid percentages, but due to the ending lag, it isn't too reliable. There is a smaller hitbox in Jigglypuff's head that deals {{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|15}} damage but never connects due to overlapping the bigger hitbox. | |usmashdesc=Headbutts upwards. It can be good for leading into aerial combos or finishing, and it can combo into Rest at mid percentages, but due to the ending lag, it isn't too reliable. There is a smaller hitbox in Jigglypuff's head that deals {{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|15}} damage but never connects due to overlapping the bigger hitbox. | ||
|dsmashname=Jiggly | |dsmashname=Jiggly Split | ||
|dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|12}} | |dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSBM|12}} | ||
|dsmashdesc=Enlarges both its feet sideways. Has a bit of ending lag, but with [[semi-spike]] properties, it can be a good edgeguarder. However, Jigglypuff's aerials are usually safer and more reliable. Both of Jigglypuff's feet are intangible the moment the hitboxes come out. | |dsmashdesc=Enlarges both its feet sideways. Has a bit of ending lag, but with [[semi-spike]] properties, it can be a good edgeguarder. However, Jigglypuff's aerials are usually safer and more reliable. Both of Jigglypuff's feet are intangible the moment the hitboxes come out. | ||
|nairname=Jigglypuff Kick | |nairname=Jigglypuff Kick | ||
|nairdmg=12% (clean), 9% (late) | |nairdmg=12% (clean), 9% (late) | ||
|nairdesc=Squishes itself and extends its feet. Decent spacing move, and has [[sex kick]] properties. Can be good for [[edgeguarding]]. | |nairdesc=Squishes itself and extends its feet. Decent spacing move, and has [[sex kick]] properties. Can be good for [[edgeguarding]]. | ||
|fairname=Drop Kick | |fairname=Drop Kick | ||
|fairdmg=12%/10% (clean feet/body), 7% (late) | |fairdmg=12%/10% (clean feet/body), 7% (late) | ||
|fairdesc=Quickly extends both feet in front of itself. It is useful for [[edgeguarding]] and is the backbone of many of Jigglypuff's aerial combos, but is not as powerful or reliable as its back aerial. | |fairdesc=Quickly extends both feet in front of itself. It is useful for [[edgeguarding]] and is the backbone of many of Jigglypuff's aerial combos, but is not as powerful or reliable as its back aerial. | ||
|bairname=Spinning Back Kick | |bairname=Spinning Back Kick | ||
|bairdmg=12% | |bairdmg=12% | ||
|bairdesc=Spins backward and kicks behind itself. This is Jigglypuff's key tool for [[edgeguarding]]. It is extremely useful for [[wall of pain]] techniques, which can be potentially deadly, and if done correctly, guarantees a KO. | |bairdesc=Spins backward and kicks behind itself. This is Jigglypuff's key tool for [[edgeguarding]]. It is extremely useful for [[wall of pain]] techniques, which can be potentially deadly, and if done correctly, guarantees a KO. It's infamous for having a large disjointed hitbox that extends beyond Jigglypuff's leg, which makes it very hard to punish from a far range. | ||
|uairname=Mow Down | |uairname=Mow Down | ||
|uairdmg=12% | |uairdmg=12% | ||
|uairdesc=Waves its arm up in an arch. Decent vertical KO power, and excellent for juggling, compounded with Jigglypuff's multiple midair jumps. Can combo into Rest on its own or after an up throw (usually done at mid-high percentages to ensure that the Rest is landed), especially against fastfallers. | |uairdesc=Waves its arm up in an arch. Decent vertical KO power, and excellent for juggling, compounded with Jigglypuff's multiple midair jumps. Can combo into Rest on its own or after an up throw (usually done at mid-high percentages to ensure that the Rest is landed), especially against fastfallers. | ||
|dairname=Spinning Kick | |dairname=Spinning Kick | ||
|dairdmg=2% (hits 1-8) | |dairdmg=2% (hits 1-8) | ||
|dairdesc=A downwards drill kick. Not much hitstun. If the player used short hopped down aerial with L-cancel, it can lead to a Rest | |dairdesc=A downwards drill kick. Not much hitstun. If the player used short hopped down aerial with L-cancel, it can lead to a Rest. Deals 16% damage total if all hits connect. | ||
|grabname=Grab | |grabname=Grab | ||
|grabdesc= | |grabdesc= | ||
|pummelname=Slap | |pummelname=Slap | ||
|pummeldmg=3% | |pummeldmg=3% | ||
|pummeldesc=Slaps opponent with its tuft of hair. Somewhat slow. | |pummeldesc=Slaps opponent with its tuft of hair. Somewhat slow. | ||
|fthrowname=Bumper | |fthrowname=Bumper | ||
|fthrowdmg=5% (throw), 7% (hit 2) | |fthrowdmg=5% (throw), 7% (hit 2) | ||
|fthrowdesc=Puffs itself up and launches foe in front. Surprisingly high knockback compared to most throws in ''Melee'', can lead into an edgeguard KO near the ledge, though not as reliable as its back throw. Second strongest forward throw in Melee. The throw can KO opponents above 130% when used very close to the ledge. It is possible to SDI this throw in most cases, because the 7% hit is a normal hitbox rather than a throw. | |fthrowdesc=Puffs itself up and launches foe in front. Surprisingly high knockback compared to most throws in ''Melee'', can lead into an edgeguard KO near the ledge, though not as reliable as its back throw. Second strongest forward throw in Melee. The throw can KO opponents above 130% when used very close to the ledge. It is possible to SDI this throw in most cases, because the 7% hit is a normal hitbox rather than a throw. | ||
|bthrowname=Back Buster | |bthrowname=Back Buster | ||
|bthrowdmg=10% | |bthrowdmg=10% | ||
|bthrowdesc=Similar to Kirby's, takes foe and throws them behind while going on its back. A very good and reliable option for forcing opponents offstage, setting up an edgeguard. | |bthrowdesc=Similar to Kirby's, takes foe and throws them behind while going on its back. A very good and reliable option for forcing opponents offstage, setting up an edgeguard. | ||
|uthrowname=Puff Launch | |uthrowname=Puff Launch | ||
|uthrowdmg=11% | |uthrowdmg=11% | ||
|uthrowdesc=Spins once and tosses opponent upwards. Can lead into aerial combos against fast fallers and lightweights or floaty characters at low percentages. At low percentages against fastfallers, it can combo into Rest; at mid percentages, an up aerial can be added to ensure that the Rest is landed, as stated above. | |uthrowdesc=Spins once and tosses opponent upwards. Can lead into aerial combos against fast fallers and lightweights or floaty characters at low percentages. At low percentages against fastfallers, it can combo into Rest; at mid percentages, an up aerial can be added to ensure that the Rest is landed, as stated above. | ||
|dthrowname=Grinder | |dthrowname=Grinder | ||
|dthrowdmg=1% (hits 1-4), 3% (hit 5), 2% (throw) | |dthrowdmg=1% (hits 1-4), 3% (hit 5), 2% (throw) | ||
|dthrowdesc=Grinds opponent with itself on the floor. Can combo into Rest against floaty characters. | |dthrowdesc=Grinds opponent with itself on the floor. Can combo into Rest against floaty characters. | ||
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|usname=Sing | |usname=Sing | ||
|usdmg=0% | |usdmg=0% | ||
|usdesc=Sings, sending opponents nearby to sleep. However, it has extremely low range and the opponent can often wake up before Jigglypuff finishes singing. The sing time can be cancelled if Jigglypuff grabs onto the ledge, with the opponent falling asleep (leaving them vulnerable), but that isn't effective due to the move's such low range. | |usdesc=Sings, sending opponents nearby to sleep. However, it has extremely low range and the opponent can often wake up before Jigglypuff finishes singing. The sing time can be cancelled if Jigglypuff grabs onto the ledge, with the opponent falling asleep (leaving them vulnerable), but that isn't effective due to the move's such low range. Overall, the move is near useless. | ||
|dsname=Rest | |dsname=Rest | ||
|dsdmg=28% | |dsdmg=28% | ||
|dsdesc=Rests. Normally, this leaves Jigglypuff very vulnerable, but there is a very small hitbox located near its eyes, which deals extremely high damage and knockback, being able to KO reliably at as low as 25%. Can easily be combo'd into with a variety of moves, notably its up throw, up aerial, up tilt, and down throw. It is among the most feared attacks in the game due to its extreme power and instantaneous startup, but if it misses, it leaves Jigglypuff extremely vulnerable. Most useful in teams matches where a teammate can cover Jigglypuff's extreme ending lag upon using Rest with a jab. Deals [[flame]] damage. | |dsdesc=Rests. Normally, this leaves Jigglypuff very vulnerable, but there is a very small hitbox located near its eyes, which deals extremely high damage and knockback, being able to KO reliably at as low as 25%. Can easily be combo'd into with a variety of moves, notably its up throw, up aerial, up tilt, and down throw. It is among the most feared attacks in the game due to its extreme power and instantaneous startup, but if it misses, it leaves Jigglypuff extremely vulnerable. Most useful in teams matches where a teammate can cover Jigglypuff's extreme ending lag upon using Rest with a jab. Deals [[flame]] damage. | ||
}} | }} | ||
===[[Taunt]]=== | ===[[Taunt]]=== | ||
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===[[Crowd cheer]]=== | ===[[Crowd cheer]]=== | ||
{| | {{Crowd | ||
|- | |char=Jigglypuff | ||
|char-jp=Purin | |||
|game=Melee | |||
|cheer-jp=Purin JP Crowd chant.ogg | |||
|desc-us=Jig-gly-puff! | |||
|- | |desc-jp=Puh-riiin! | ||
|pitch-us=Male | |||
|pitch-jp=Male}} | |||
|- | |||
|} | |||
===[[Victory pose]]s=== | ===[[Victory pose]]s=== | ||
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==In [[competitive play]]== | ==In [[competitive play]]== | ||
=== | ===[[Character matchups (SSBM)|Matchups]]=== | ||
{{SSBMMatchupTable|jigglypuff=yes}} | |||
Jigglypuff has one of the most positive matchup spreads in the game, though it hard counters fewer low-tier characters than most of the other top-tiers. It is only soft countered by Fox, has even matchups with three, soft counters nine, counters ten, and hard counters two. | |||
Jigglypuff generally has an advantage against characters with: | |||
*poor or telegraphed recovery options, such as {{SSBM|Sheik}}, {{SSBM|Donkey Kong}}, and {{SSBM|Mario}}, as it can easily carry them off-stage or punish them landing on-stage with [[Rest]]; | |||
*a reliance on an aerial game that is not as good as Jigglypuff's, such as {{SSBM|Peach}}, since it is able to beat those characters at their own game; | |||
*and/or no reliable KO setups against it due to its low crouch, light weight, and floatiness, such as {{SSBM|Pikachu}}. | |||
On the other hand, Jigglypuff has more trouble against characters who are able to space it out and restrict its movement with projectiles, such as {{SSBM|Falco}} and {{SSBM|Young Link}}, or have KO setups on Jigglypuff despite its strong defensive capabilities, such as {{SSBM|Fox}}. | |||
====Current metagame==== | |||
Due to the increase of skill among Fox professionals and better understanding of Jigglypuff's weaknesses, Fox's matchup against it improved, and he was considered Jigglypuff's definitive counter for a period of time in 2013-2015. Since then, however, top Jigglypuff players have adapted back; proper [[DI]] and [[SDI]] can allow Jigglypuff to escape from Fox's main KO confirms, and Jigglypuff still boasts superior aerial drift, powerful aerials, and arguably easier punish and edgeguard games against Fox. Thus, whether Fox soft or hard counters Jigglypuff is debated to this day, with a few players even claiming that the matchup is close to even. | |||
In recent years, {{SSBM|Marth}} and {{SSBM|Captain Falcon}} professionals have had much stronger performances against Jigglypuff at the highest levels of play. Marth is also now considered to have an even, or only slightly losing (at worst) matchup against Jigglypuff; Marth professionals such as {{Sm|PewPewU}} and {{Sm|Zain}} have shown that Marth can heavily punish Jigglypuff after a grab, utilizing [[pivoting]] to land guaranteed tipper forward smashes to KO it, while pushing their space advantage in the [[neutral game]] much more than before. While Captain Falcon is still considered to lose to Jigglypuff, the matchup is much closer than originally perceived. {{Sm|Wizzrobe}} has shown that Captain Falcon has good chances with the matchup, utilizing a much more conservative playstyle that abuses Captain Falcon's speed to avoid Jigglypuff's threat zone. He has even turned Jigglypuff's best stage ([[Dream Land]]) against it, showing that Jigglypuff is not fast enough to chase Captain Falcon on that stage, and has difficulty contesting him if he camps the top platform. | |||
Despite these flaws and metagame advancements against it, Jigglypuff's amazing strengths maintain its positive matchups against almost all of the cast, with the current consensus still being that it only has one losing matchup against Fox. Thus, Jigglypuff maintains one of the strongest matchup spreads in the game. | |||
=== | ===Notable players=== | ||
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''Any number following the Smasher name indicates placement on the [[Summer 2019 MPGR]], which recognizes the official top 50 players in the world in [[Super Smash Bros. Melee]] from February 1st, 2019 to July 7th, 2019.'' | |||
==== | ====Active==== | ||
*{{Sm|2Saint|USA}} (#44) - One of the best Jigglypuff players in the world. Placed 13th at {{Trn|GENESIS 6}}, 25th at {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 5}}, and 17th at {{Trn|Pound 2019}}. Has wins over {{Sm|Hax$}}, {{Sm|Slox}}, and {{Sm|PewPewU}}. | |||
*{{Sm|4%|USA}} - A strong player from the Midwest; he was ranked 99th on the [[2016 SSBMRank]] and 1st on the [[Northeast Ohio Melee Power Rankings]]. He no longer competes in singles tournaments, but occasionally enters doubles. | |||
*{{Sm|42nd|USA}} - The best Jigglypuff player in New York, placing 33rd at {{Trn|Shine 2018}} and {{Trn|Pound 2019}} with wins over {{Sm|SFAT}} and {{Sm|ChuDat}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Dudutsai|USA}} - The best active New England Jigglypuff player, placing 49th at [[EVO 2016]], 33rd at [[Shine 2016]], 37th at [[MLG Anaheim 2014]] and 17th at [[Get On My Level 2014]]. | |||
*{{Sm|Fizzle_Boy|USA}} - One of the best Jigglypuff players in Ohio. He has tournament wins over {{Sm|Colbol}}, {{Sm|Drephen}}, and {{Sm|A Rookie}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Hungrybox|USA}} (#1) - One of the [[Five Gods]]. The best Jigglypuff player in the world. | |||
*{{Sm|Jerry|USA}} (#46) - Co-mains Jigglypuff with Fox, with several wins at S@X and top 32 placements at majors over extremely high profile players such as {{Sm|SFAT}}. | |||
*{{Sm|K.F|Japan}} - The best Jigglypuff player in Japan, ranked 5th on his [[Japan SSBM Rank 2017|country PR]] in 2017. | |||
*{{Sm|Legend|Canada}} - The current best Jigglypuff player in Canada, with several top 48 finishes at majors. | |||
*{{Sm|Michael|USA}} (#47) - One of the best Jigglypuff players in the world. Placed 17th at {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 5}} and 7th at {{Trn|Full Bloom 5}}. Has wins over {{Sm|PewPewU}}, {{Sm|HugS}}, and {{Sm|Kalamazhu}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Prince Abu|USA}} - Considered the second best Jigglypuff in the world. Placed 9th at [[EVO 2017]]. | |||
*{{Sm|SmashBob SquarePants|USA}} - Ranked 1st on the [[South Carolina Power Rankings]]. | |||
*{{Sm|Solobattle|Finland}} - The best Jigglypuff player in Finland, ranked 1st on the [[Finnish Power Rankings]]. Notably placed 3rd at {{Trn|Syndicate 2019}} with wins over {{Sm|Trif}}, {{Sm|Overtriforce}}, and {{Sm|Amsah}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Tekk|France}} - The best Jigglypuff in Europe. He is ranked 14th on the [[European Melee Power Rankings]] and was formerly ranked 43th on the [[2015 SSBMRank]]. He has set wins over {{Sm|Chillindude}}, {{Sm|Android}} and {{Sm|Duck}}. | |||
====Inactive==== | |||
*{{Sm|Darc|USA}} - Formerly 4th on the [[New England Power Rankings]], he was well-known for very solid placings in doubles such as 2nd at [[GENESIS]], 2nd at [[Apex 2009]]. He also placed very well in singles and was at one point a [https://bignokh.com/2016/08/19/smash-history-2009s-top-ten-players/top top 20 player in the world], with 13th at [[GENESIS]], 13th at [[Apex 2010]] and 17th at [[Apex 2014]]. He is currently on a hiatus from tournaments. | |||
*{{Sm|Idea|Canada}} - One of the best Jigglypuff players in Canada when he was active. Has not been on his [[Southern Ontario Power Rankings|regional PR]], where he peaked at #7, since 2015. | |||
*{{Sm|KillaOR|USA}} - One of the very first Jigglypuff mains and a member of the old-school crew [[Deadly Alliance]]. Placed top 8 at several MLG events in 2005, such as 2nd at [[MLG Houston 2005]] and 3rd at [[MLG Los Angeles 2005]], but has not been active in the scene for over a decade. | |||
*{{Sm|The King|Canada}} - Ranked 14th on the [[Smash Panel Power Rankings]] for his performances such as 5th at [[MLG Dallas 2006]], 9th at [[MLG Anaheim 2006]] and 9th at [[Zero Challenge 2]]. | |||
*{{Sm|Mango|USA}} - One of the Five Gods. It was his first true main, after being inspired by {{Sm|The King}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Raistlin|USA}} - Placed 9th at [[GENESIS]]. | |||
*{{Sm|s0ft|USA}} - Formerly ranked 64th on the [[2014 SSBMRank]] and boasting a very impressive 7th place finish at [[Apex 2014]], his results have declined since and he has not been active in major tournaments since 2017. | |||
===Tier placement and history=== | |||
Since the beginning of the ''Melee'' [[metagame]], Jigglypuff has had among the biggest improvements, going from a lower-mid tier character to a viable top tier character. In the first tier list (October 2002), Jigglypuff was ranked 17-18th place (tied with {{SSBM|Ness}}), but jumped to 10-11th in the second tier list (December 2002). Jigglypuff hovered around the 8th-11th spots before rising to 6th-7th place (tied with {{SSBM|Captain Falcon}}) in the ninth tier list (October 2008), largely due to {{Sm|Mango}} showing how dominant Jigglypuff was in the air, and how powerful its [[pressure]] game and [[combo]] abilities were. With Mango continuously dominating more ''Melee'' tournaments using Jigglypuff, and the rise of another nationally dominant Jigglypuff player in {{Sm|Hungrybox}}, Jigglypuff jumped up to top tier in the original 10th tier list (September 2010), tied with {{SSBM|Fox}} and {{SSBM|Falco}} for the top position. In the actual 10th tier list (December 2010), Jigglypuff was ranked third under Fox and Falco. Jigglypuff is ranked 5th place in the twelfth (current) tier list, as of December 2015. Despite this, Jigglypuff has a smaller playerbase than the rest of the top tier characters, with only four representatives on the [[2015 SSBM Player Rankings]], although it has since seen an increase in representation. | |||
====PAL viability==== | ====PAL viability==== | ||
Jigglypuff | Jigglypuff was relatively unchanged from the NTSC version, although it can now take damage from {{SSBM|Bowser}}'s down throw due to the changes in its properties, which is not a significant nerf due to Bowser's lack of usage in PAL regions. However, it benefits from the nerfs to some other top-tiered characters, who either lost KO options ({{SSBM|Sheik}}), have decreased aerial drift ({{SSBM|Marth}}) or recovery distance, or a combination of the three ({{SSBM|Fox}}). As such, it is considered slightly better relative to the cast in PAL than in NTSC, and is ranked 4th on the [[PAL tier list]] instead of 5th. Jigglypuff's tournament representation in PAL is roughly the same as in NTSC, with a handful of top Jigglypuff mains (notably {{Sm|Hack}} and {{Sm|Tekk}}) and a small pool of lower-leveled ones. | ||
==In 1-P Mode== | ==In [[Solo#1-P Mode|Single-player modes]]== | ||
===In {{SSBM|Classic Mode}}=== | ===In {{SSBM|Classic Mode}}=== | ||
Once Jigglypuff is unlocked, it may appear in the game's Classic Mode as a one-on-one, team (alongside {{SSBM|Kirby}} or {{SSBM|Pikachu}}), giant, multi, or metal opponent, as well as an ally in team and giant fights. | Once Jigglypuff is unlocked, it may appear in the game's Classic Mode as a one-on-one, team (alongside {{SSBM|Kirby}} or {{SSBM|Pikachu}}), giant, multi, or metal opponent, as well as an ally in team and giant fights. | ||
In all of its appearances, Jigglypuff appears on Pokémon Stadium; when paired with Kirby in the team battle, it will appear on [[Green Greens]]. | In all of its appearances, Jigglypuff appears on Pokémon Stadium; when paired with Kirby in the team battle, it will appear on [[Green Greens]]. | ||
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*'''[[Event 32: Target Acquired]]''': As Falco, the player must KO Jigglypuff as many times as possible in one minute on Corneria. However, Arwings also fire frequently at the stage, and Falco must KO Jigglypuff more often than the Arwings to win the event. | *'''[[Event 32: Target Acquired]]''': As Falco, the player must KO Jigglypuff as many times as possible in one minute on Corneria. However, Arwings also fire frequently at the stage, and Falco must KO Jigglypuff more often than the Arwings to win the event. | ||
*'''[[Event 37: Legendary Pokémon]]''': As any character, the player must fight against a team of four Wire Frames and Jigglypuff; everyone has two lives, and the only items that spawn are Pokéballs, all of which only produce legendary Pokémon. Jigglypuff will never directly attack the player, and will instead only pursue Pokéballs when they appear. Defeating all five opponents also gives the player the opportunity to unlock {{SSBM|Pichu}}. | *'''[[Event 37: Legendary Pokémon]]''': As any character, the player must fight against a team of four Wire Frames and Jigglypuff; everyone has two lives, and the only items that spawn are Pokéballs, all of which only produce legendary Pokémon. Jigglypuff will never directly attack the player, and will instead only pursue Pokéballs when they appear. Defeating all five opponents also gives the player the opportunity to unlock {{SSBM|Pichu}}. | ||
*'''[[Event 39: Jigglypuff Live!]]''': As Jigglypuff, the player must fight against a team of three other | *'''[[Event 39: Jigglypuff Live!]]''': As Jigglypuff, the player must fight against a team of three other Jigglypuffs, with friendly fire turned on; all fighters have three lives, and the damage ratio has been increased. | ||
*'''[[Event 40: All-Star Match 4]]''': Jigglypuff is the third opponent fought in this series of staged battles. The selected character battles it on the [[Poké Floats]] stage with a stock of 2 while Jigglypuff has 1. With a timer of four minutes, the player must defeat it and the other four characters one-by-one with the overall time and damage: [[Marth]], [[Luigi]], [[Mewtwo]], and [[Mr. Game & Watch]]. | *'''[[Event 40: All-Star Match 4]]''': Jigglypuff is the third opponent fought in this series of staged battles. The selected character battles it on the [[Poké Floats]] stage with a stock of 2 while Jigglypuff has 1. With a timer of four minutes, the player must defeat it and the other four characters one-by-one with the overall time and damage: [[Marth]], [[Luigi]], [[Mewtwo]], and [[Mr. Game & Watch]]. | ||
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JigglypuffClassicMode.jpg|Classic Mode | JigglypuffClassicMode.jpg|Classic Mode | ||
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== | ==Trophies== | ||
In addition to the normal trophy about Jigglypuff as a character | In addition to the normal trophy about Jigglypuff as a character, there are two trophies about it as a fighter, unlocked by completing the Adventure and All-Star modes respectively with Jigglypuff on any difficulty: | ||
:'''Jigglypuff''' | |||
:''This Balloon Pokémon invites its opponents in close with its big, round eyes and then puts them to sleep with a soothing lullaby. It puffs itself up when angry, and while it may look adorable, it's not to be trifled with: it knows several powerful techniques. Jigglypuff evolves into Wigglytuff after exposure to a Moon Stone.'' | |||
:*''Pokémon Red & Blue'' 09/98 | |||
:'''Jigglypuff''' [<span style="color:#FF0000">Smash</span>] | |||
:''Jigglypuff's normal attacks are weak, and because of its light weight it's easily sent flying. However, with its incredible midair agility, it seems to dance when airborne. Rollout is a powerful speed attack, but be careful not to fly off the edge. Pound does serious damage, and it can also help as a recovery move.'' | |||
:*B: [[Rollout]] | |||
:*Smash B: [[Pound]] | |||
:'''Jigglypuff''' [<span style="color:#0000FF">Smash</span>] | |||
:''Jigglypuff can put its enemies to sleep if they are in range of its Sing attack, although the attack does not work on airborne foes. Rest puts Jigglypuff into a deep sleep, but at the instant it drops off, an intense energy force radiates out of the exact center of its body. If this force comes in contact with an enemy, look out! Rest is Jigglypuff's wild card.'' | |||
:*Up & B: [[Sing]] | |||
:*Down & B: [[Rest]] | |||
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Jigglypuff Trophy Melee.png|Classic | |||
| | Jigglypuff Trophy (Smash).png|[<span style="color:#FF0000">Smash</span>] | ||
Jigglypuff Trophy (Smash 2).png|[<span style="color:#0000FF">Smash</span>] | |||
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</center> | |||
==[[Alternate costume (SSBM)#Jigglypuff|Alternate costumes]]== | ==[[Alternate costume (SSBM)#Jigglypuff|Alternate costumes]]== | ||
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|{{Head|Jigglypuff|g=SSBM|s=25px|cl=Yellow}} | |{{Head|Jigglypuff|g=SSBM|s=25px|cl=Yellow}} | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
* | *Jigglypuff is the only character to go from a [[clone]] archetype to a completely unique [[character]]. | ||
*Jigglypuff is one of the five hidden characters, along with {{SSBM|Ganondorf}}, {{SSBM|Mewtwo}}, {{SSBM|Young Link}}, and {{SSBM|Pichu}}, to be seen in the [[opening movie]]. | *Jigglypuff is one of the five hidden characters, along with {{SSBM|Ganondorf}}, {{SSBM|Mewtwo}}, {{SSBM|Young Link}}, and {{SSBM|Pichu}}, to be seen in the [[opening movie]]. | ||
*Jigglypuff is the only | *Jigglypuff is the only character who has a different voice actor when the language is switched to Japanese. | ||
*Jigglypuff's and Mr. Game & Watch's stock icons show their entire body; they are the only characters in ''Melee'' to have this. | |||
*Jigglypuff's and | *After picking up a Metal Box, Jigglypuff's eyes disappear. | ||
*After picking up a Metal Box, Jigglypuff's eyes disappear | |||
*Jigglypuff and {{SSBM|Luigi}} are the only unlockable veterans in ''Melee''. | *Jigglypuff and {{SSBM|Luigi}} are the only unlockable veterans in ''Melee''. | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
*[ | *[http://sourcegaming.info/2015/10/13/news-flash-smash-bros-dojo-jigglypuff/ Translation of official character page on Source Gaming] | ||
*[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/n01/n64/software/nus_p_nalj/smash/flash/1225/index.html Official character page on the Japanese ''Melee'' website] | *[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/n01/n64/software/nus_p_nalj/smash/flash/1225/index.html Official character page on the Japanese ''Melee'' website] | ||
*[https://youtube.com/watch?v=2r-dNCBuh_k Are You a Jigglypuff Player?] by [[Kira]] | *[https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2r-dNCBuh_k&itct=CBcQpDAYAiITCNuA0e7lmM4CFY3OvgodJesLnzIGcmVsbWZ1SK6JyrySw9ilnAE%3D Are You a Jigglypuff Player?] by [[Kira]] | ||
==References== | ==References== |