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The '''Mii Gunner''' ({{ja|Mii射撃タイプ|Mii Shageki Taipu}}, ''Mii Shooting Type'') is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. They were confirmed as a playable character on June 12th, 2018, along with the other {{SSBU|Mii Fighter}} types, [[Mii Brawler (SSBU)|Brawler]] and [[Mii Swordfighter (SSBU)|Swordfighter]]. Mii Gunner is classified as [[Fighter number|Fighter #53]].
The '''Mii Gunner''' ({{ja|Mii射撃タイプ|Mii Shageki Taipu}}, ''Mii Shooting Type'') is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. They were confirmed as a playable character on June 12th, 2018, along with the other {{SSBU|Mii Fighter}} types, [[Mii Brawler (SSBU)|Brawler]] and [[Mii Swordfighter (SSBU)|Swordfighter]]. Mii Gunner is classified as [[Fighter number|Fighter #53]].


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==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
The Mii Gunner has received a mix of buffs and nerfs in their transition from ''SSB4'' to ''Ultimate'', but was buffed overall. Despite the faster pace of ''Ultimate'', many of their moves have seen several improvements that counteract this, and some of their weaknesses have been lowered to some degree.
The Mii Gunner has received a mix of buffs and nerfs in their transition from ''SSB4'' to ''Ultimate'', but was buffed overall.


Like the other {{SSBU|Mii Fighter}}s, the Mii Gunner now has set attributes, including high [[weight]] (now weighing as much as {{SSBU|Captain Falcon}}, surpassing the largest possible Mii Fighter in ''SSB4'') that significantly increases their survivability in general, especially since the Gunner's below average [[falling speed]] has been unaltered. The Gunner retains their general moveset, though with various buffs that noticeably improves their performance. Their inconsistent [[neutral attack]] and [[up aerial]] now connect better due to faster transition speed, and some of the Gunner's moves have been given more utility due to a reduction of lag (most notable with [[forward tilt]]), greatly increased damage, or KO potential. The second hit of [[down smash]] now acts individually for each hit instead of leading into one another, making it more useful as a traditional smash attack. Their [[grab]] game was also improved; standing grab has vastly more range, all of their [[throw]]s deal more damage (especially [[up throw]]), and [[down throw]] is now much more reliable for starting combos until mid percentages. As well, a few of the universal changes are benefitial for the Gunner, with the universal frame 3 jumpsquat and reductions to [[landing lag]] giving them faster access to their air game and leaving them less vulnerable against shielded attacks, and the latter change isn't as detrimental due to their decent [[out of shield]] game.
Like the other {{SSBU|Mii Fighter}}s, the Mii Gunner now has set attributes, including high [[weight]] (now weighing as much as {{SSBU|Captain Falcon}}, surpassing the largest possible Mii Fighter in ''SSB4'') that significantly increases their survivability in general, especially since the Gunner's below average [[falling speed]] has been unaltered. The Gunner has retains their general moveset, though with various buffs to it. Their inconsistent [[neutral attack]] and [[up aerial]] now connect better due to faster transition speed, and some of the Gunner's moves have been given more utility due to a reduction of lag (most notable with [[forward tilt]]), greatly increased damage, or KO potential. The second hit of [[down smash]] now acts individually for each hit instead of leading into one another, making it more useful as a traditional smash attack. Their [[grab]] game was also improved; standing grab has vastly more range, all of their [[throw]]s deal more damage (especially [[up throw]]), and [[down throw]] is now much more reliable for starting combos until mid percentages. As well, a few of the universal changes are benefitial for the Gunner, with the universal frame 3 jumpsquat and reductions to [[landing lag]] giving them faster access to their air game and leaving them less vulnerable against shielded attacks.


Most of the Gunner's zoning-based special moves have been significantly buffed. Many of their strongest projectiles (such as [[Charge Blast]], grenades from [[Grenade Launch]], super missiles from [[Gunner Missile]], and [[Stealth Burst]]) deal vastly increased damage or knockback, alleviating some of the Gunner's difficulty to land KOs. Special moves that haven't gained power buffs instead have improved utility: [[Flame Pillar]] is now a multi-hit move that can initiate follow-ups; [[Laser Blaze]] has no damage falloff, improving its usage in long-distanced camping; [[Echo Reflector]] reflects projectiles with more power and far higher speed; [[Bomb Drop]] has less ending lag, a longer fuse, and can be manually detonated, improving its use in stage control; and [[Absorbing Vortex]] heals for more damage in addition to having an actual hitbox, giving it situational use for combos and disrupting. The Gunner's [[recovery]] moves have also been buffed, as [[Lunar Launch]] and [[Cannon Jump Kick]] travel a longer distance, the latter now has excellent [[out of shield]] KO power, and [[Arm Rocket]]'s trajectory can be altered during travel.
Most of the Gunner's zoning-based special moves have been significantly buffed. Many of their strongest projectiles (such as [[Charge Blast]], grenades from [[Grenade Launch]], super missiles from [[Gunner Missile]], and [[Stealth Burst]]) deal vastly increased damage or knockback, alleviating some of the Gunner's difficulty to land KOs. Special moves that haven't gained power buffs instead have improved utility: [[Flame Pillar]] is now a multi-hit move that can initiate follow-ups; [[Laser Blaze]] has no damage falloff, improving its usage in long-distanced camping; [[Echo Reflector]] reflects projectiles with more power and far higher speed; [[Bomb Drop]] has less ending lag, a longer fuse, and can be manually detonated, improving its use in stage control; and [[Absorbing Vortex]] heals for more damage in addition to having an actual hitbox, giving it situational use for combos and disrupting. The Gunner's [[recovery]] moves have also been buffed, as [[Lunar Launch]] and [[Cannon Jump Kick]] travel a longer distance, the latter now has excellent [[out of shield]] KO power, and [[Arm Rocket]]'s trajectory can be altered during travel.
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However, the Mii Gunner has received notable nerfs. Their powerful tilts have been slightly toned down, limiting their fastest grounded KO options. [[Forward aerial]], previously a pinnacle of the Gunner's [[neutral game]], had its distance reduced without compensation for landing lag. Albeit vastly buffed, some of the Gunner's specials have also seen downgrades; Grenade Launch's startup was heavily increased and it can now only fire in one direction and trajectory, while its lowered ending lag does not compensate for its loss in utility, and Gunner Missile's homing missiles now sacrifice homing ability for speed, making them less effective.
However, the Mii Gunner has received notable nerfs. Their powerful tilts have been slightly toned down, limiting their fastest grounded KO options. [[Forward aerial]], previously a pinnacle of the Gunner's [[neutral game]], had its distance reduced without compensation for landing lag. Albeit vastly buffed, some of the Gunner's specials have also seen downgrades; Grenade Launch's startup was heavily increased and it can now only fire in one direction and trajectory, while its lowered ending lag does not compensate for its loss in utility, and Gunner Missile's homing missiles now sacrifice homing ability for speed, making them less effective.


Despite their numerous buffs, universal gameplay changes have been detrimental to the Gunner overall. The weakening of [[rage]] slightly tones down their KO power at low percentages (though in a few cases, this is compensated by their moves' standalone KO power being increased). The biggest hindrance comes from the universal increase in mobility, which hurts the Gunner more than any other character; unlike the rest of the cast, the Gunner's mobility has been reduced itself, as many of their stats are now significantly below average or even among the worst (notably their [[dash|run]] and initial dash speeds, and their [[air speed]]), and the roster's generally faster speed favors faster-paced, more aggressive gameplay, allowing the cast to get past the Gunner's zoning tools with varying degrees of ease. This is further pronounced by the nerfs to projectiles' shield damage, as the Gunner's playstyle highly revolves around them, thus hindering the Gunner more than most other characters. The two lattermost changes thus force them to rely on more precise spacing to compensate for their significantly lowered movement speed and their projectiles' lower threat level.
Despite their numerous buffs, universal gameplay changes have been detrimental to the Gunner overall. The weakening of [[rage]] slightly tones down their KO power at low percentages (though in a few cases, this is compensated by their moves' standalone KO power being increased). The biggest hindrance comes from the universal increase in mobility; it prioritizes faster-paced, more aggressive gameplay, and this allows some most of the cast to get past the Gunner's zoning tools with varying degrees of ease, while the Gunner's mobility has been reduced itself, as many of their stats being significantly below average or even among the worst (notably their [[dash|run]] and initial dash speeds, and their [[air speed]]). This forces them to rely on spacing to compensate for their significantly lowered movement speed.


Overall, the Mii Gunner's changes have further pronounced their caveats and flaws. Their playstyle has been repurposed into a slow-moving, hard-hitting heavyweight projectile fighter, relying on their above average staying power and their special moveset's zoning abilities to rack up damage and force opponents into making a mistake to capitalize on, similar to {{SSBU|Samus}} and {{SSBU|Simon}}; changes to their special moves also allow many more of their combinations to shine through. However, the Gunner's slower attributes further enforces their zoner-centric playstyle, which doesn't tend to fare as favorably as in ''SSB4'' due to the quicker pace of ''Ultimate''. The Gunner must also still contend with weaknesses from the previous game, predominantly a poor melee [[approach]] and their moveset's heavy ending lag, and slight difficulty in landing some of their powerful KO options. Besides, it's important to note that game updates have given other returning veterans various buffs, whereas the Gunner has received comparatively less significant changes, as well as the nerfs to projectiles' shield damage adversely affecting them. In the end, the Gunner is a better character than they were in ''SSB4'', they are considered the second most viable of the three Miis, and perform better relative to the cast, though not at the same level of various other returning characters.
Overall, the Mii Gunner's changes have further pronounced their caveats and flaws. Their playstyle has been repurposed into a slow-moving, hard-hitting heavyweight projectile fighter, relying on their above average staying power and their special moveset's zoning abilities to rack up damage and force opponents into making a mistake to capitalize on, similar to {{SSBU|Samus}} and {{SSBU|Simon}}; changes to their special moves also allow many more of their combinations to shine through. However, the Gunner's slower attributes further enforces their zoner-centric playstyle, and they must still contend with a decidedly poor melee [[approach]], their moveset's heavy ending lag, and difficulty in landing some of their powerful KO options. It's also important to note that game updates have given other returning veterans various buffs, whereas the Gunner has received comparatively less significant changes, as well as nerfs from their projectiles' shield damage affecting them more than most other characters. In the end, the Gunner is a better character than they were in ''SSB4'', they are considered the second most viable of the three Miis, and perform better relative to the cast, though not at the same level of various other returning characters.


{{SSB4 to SSBU changelist|char=Mii Gunner}}
{{SSB4 to SSBU changelist|char=Mii Gunner}}
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|grabdesc=The Gunner reaches in front of themselves with their left hand. Although Gunner's dash and pivot grabs are average, their standing grab has great range.  
|grabdesc=The Gunner reaches in front of themselves with their left hand. Although Gunner's dash and pivot grabs are average, their standing grab has great range.  
|pummelname=Grab Kneebutt ({{ja|つかみニーバット|Tsukami Nībatto}})
|pummelname=Grab Kneebutt ({{ja|つかみニーバット|Tsukami Nībatto}})
|pummeldmg=1.3%
|pummeldmg=1.2%
|pummeldesc=A knee strike. Average power and speed.
|pummeldesc=A knee strike.
|fthrowname=Gunner Knuckle ({{ja|ガンナーナックル|Gunnā Nakkuru}})
|fthrowname=Gunner Knuckle ({{ja|ガンナーナックル|Gunnā Nakkuru}})
|fthrowdmg=4% (punch), 3% (throw)
|fthrowdmg=4% (punch), 3% (throw)
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==In [[competitive play]]==
==In [[competitive play]]==
===Tier placement and history===
Much like the other Mii Fighters, the Mii Gunner was perceived lukewarmly on release due to the improvements to their movesets. While the severe nerfs to their mobility were noted, along with the loss of their more infamous camping tools (most notably a shorter forward aerial, weaker [[Gunner Missile]]s, and the nerfs to [[Grenade Launch]]), the buffs to their other moves more than made up for it, as it improved a majority of attacks that were lackluster in ''Smash 4'' (such as forward smash, up aerial and their throws). Overall, they were considered a relatively average "zoner"-type character. Despite this, the Gunner was one of the most obscure characters in competitive play in the early metagame; both the Mii Gunner and {{SSBU|Mii Brawler}} were overshadowed by the extremely positive perception of the {{SSBU|Mii Swordfighter}}, who took in most of the Mii Fighter's representation overall.
As the metagame progressed, Mii Gunner started to see brief yet limited success from players such as {{Sm|Deon}} and {{Sm|Tsumusuto}}. The character received even more success following the end of the online era thanks to the efforts of {{Sm|Capitancito}}, who had taken sets from several top players and consistently placed highly at regional-level tournaments. Despite these results, professionals still agree that the Mii Gunner is significantly outclassed by other zoners with similar playstyles, such as {{SSBU|Samus}}. Regardless, Mii Gunner is ranked 61st on the first and current tier list.
===Most historically significant players===
===Most historically significant players===
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''See also: [[:Category:Mii Gunner players (SSBU)]]''
''See also: [[:Category:Mii Gunner players (SSBU)]]''
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*{{Sm|Capitancito|Dominican Republic}} - The best Mii Gunner player of all-time with results that no other Mii Gunner player has ever achieved, including 2nd at {{Trn|Low Tide City 2023}}. At majors, he has placed 9th at the {{Trn|LVL UP EXPO 2023}}, 17th at {{Trn|Luminosity Makes BIG Moves 2024}}, and 33rd at several supermajors, including {{Trn|MomoCon 2022}} and {{Trn|Get On My Level 2023}}. He is the only solo-Mii Gunner ranked in the top 100, ranking 70th on the [[LumiRank 2023]].
*{{Sm|Capitancito|Dominican Republic}} - The best Mii Gunner player of all-time, placing highly at majors such as 9th at the major {{Trn|LVL UP EXPO 2023}} and 33rd at several supermajors, including {{Trn|MomoCon 2022}} and {{Trn|Get On My Level 2023}}.
*{{Sm|Deon|UK}} - The best Mii Gunner in Europe in the early metagame, placing 25th at {{Trn|Syndicate 2019}} and 33rd at the major {{Trn|Ultimate Fighting Arena 2019}} while defeating {{Sm|Mr.R}} in the former, the best win for a Mii Gunner player during this period. His activity since 2019 has been limited.
*{{Sm|Deon|UK}} - The best Mii Gunner in Europe in the early metagame, placing 25th at the major {{Trn|Syndicate 2019}} and 33rd at the major {{Trn|Ultimate Fighting Arena 2019}} while defeating {{Sm|Mr.R}} in the former, the best win for a Mii Gunner player during this period.  
*{{Sm|Tsumusuto|Japan}} - The best {{SSBU|Dr. Mario}} player in Japan who used Mii Gunner as a secondary at many tournaments such as his 2nd place at {{Trn|Sumabato SP 13}} with a win over {{Sm|Masashi}}, and others such as 9th at {{Trn|Toyota Grand Slum 13}} and 33rd at {{Trn|Umebura SP 6}}.
*{{Sm|Tsumusuto|Japan}} - One of the best {{SSBU|Dr Mario}} players who is also the best Mii Gunner player in Japan. He used Mii Gunner as a secondary at many tournaments such as his 2nd place at {{Trn|Sumabato SP 13}} with a win over {{Sm|Masashi}}, and others such as 9th at {{Trn|Toyota Grand Slum 13}} and 33rd at {{Trn|Umebura SP 6}}.
 
===Tier placement and history===
Much like the other Mii Fighters, the Mii Gunner was perceived lukewarmly on release due to the improvements to their movesets. While the severe nerfs to their mobility were noted, along with the loss of their more infamous camping tools (most notably a shorter forward aerial, weaker [[Gunner Missile]]s, and the nerfs to [[Grenade Launch]]), the buffs to their other moves more than made up for it, as it improved a majority of attacks that were lackluster in ''Smash 4'' (such as forward smash, up aerial and their throws). Overall, they were considered a relatively average "zoner"-type character. Despite this, the Gunner was one of the most obscure characters in competitive play in the early metagame; both the Mii Gunner and {{SSBU|Mii Brawler}} were overshadowed by the extremely positive perception of the {{SSBU|Mii Swordfighter}}, who took in most of the Mii Fighter's representation overall.
 
As the metagame progressed, Mii Gunner started to see brief yet limited success from players such as {{Sm|Deon}} and {{Sm|Tsumusuto}}. The character received even more success following the end of the online era thanks to the efforts of {{Sm|Capitancito}}, who had taken sets from several top players and consistently placed highly at regional-level tournaments. Despite these results, professionals still agree that the Mii Gunner is significantly outclassed by other zoners with similar playstyles, such as {{SSBU|Samus}}. Regardless, Mii Gunner is ranked 61st on the first tier list, before jumping onto the 58th place on the second and current tier list.


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==Role in [[World of Light]]==

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