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'''Palutena's Guidance''' is [[Pit]]'s [[Smash Taunt]], performed on [[Palutena's Temple]] in {{forwiiu}} and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. When it is activated, a conversation is initiated about an opponent Pit is facing in the same fashion as [[Snake]]'s [[Codec Conversations]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. It was first announced in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U: 50-Fact Extravaganza]]''.
[[File:Pit Smash Taunt.png|thumb|350px|Palutena's Guidance during a match between Pit and Palutena.]] '''Palutena's Guidance''' is {{SSB4|Pit}}'s [[Smash Taunt]], performed on [[Palutena's Temple]]. When it is activated, a conversation is initiated about the opponent Pit is facing, in the same fashion as {{SSBB|Snake}}'s [[Codec Conversations]] in ''[[Brawl]]''. In these conversations, Pit and Palutena discuss one random fighter in the match. The Smash Taunt can be activated by selecting Pit, and any time during the match, should the player quickly tap the button which activates his [[Taunt|Down Taunt]]. As long as he isn't attacked during five seconds of his animation, a conversation will appear. This can only be done once every match.


==Origin==
Pit's Smash Taunt references various conversations that he could have with Palutena throughout ''Kid Icarus Uprising''; in addition to reusing the same artwork for the conversation boxes, the conversations feature a light-hearted, comical tone from the game, complete with occasional points where the two break the fourth wall.
[[File:ConverUp.jpg|thumb|Pit having a conversation with Palutena in ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'']]
Palutena's Guidance is based upon the conversations Pit would have with other characters throughout ''Kid Icarus: Uprising''. The dialogue appears on either the bottom screen or the top screen, with gameplay happening on the top screen and character portraits appearing on the bottom screen. The conversations primarily involve Pit, [[Palutena]], [[Viridi]], Medusa, and Hades talking about the task at hand. Other characters (both friend and foe) can also participate in them, though many conversations end up going on tangents, or do not even relate to the task at all. Some conversations show up randomly and are dependent on what chapter and segment are being played, or even Pit's selected weapon.
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==In ''Smash''==
In addition to Palutena and Pit, ''Kid Icarus'' character [[Viridi]] appears in several of the conversations, also utilizing her artwork from ''Kid Icarus Uprising''. In the conversation about him, Dark Pit also joins in. In the conversation regarding {{SSB4|Robin}}, [[Chrom]] joins in on the conversation, using his portrait from ''Fire Emblem Awakening''. In [[Richter]]’s conversation, [[Alucard]] makes a cameo.  
[[File:Pit Smash Taunt.png|thumb|350px|Palutena's Guidance during a match between Pit and Pichu.]]
The Smash Taunt can be activated by Pit on Palutena's Temple. During the match, the player must press the [[Taunt|down taunt]] button for one frame. When this is done successfully, Pit will perform a crouching animation for five seconds, during which time he is immobile. As long as this animation completes without interruption, a conversation will begin. The Smash Taunt can only be done once per match, even if it was unsuccessful due to the animation's interruption. It also cannot be performed on the [[Ω form]] nor [[Battlefield form]] of Palutena's Temple. If [[Stage Morph]] is on, the morph will be delayed until the conversation ends. Any downloadable characters will simply use a generic conversation where Palutena has no info about them, with the exception of {{SSBU|Piranha Plant}} in ''Ultimate.''


Pit's Smash Taunt references the various conversations that he could have with Palutena throughout ''Kid Icarus: Uprising''; in addition to reusing the same artwork for the conversation boxes, the conversations feature the game's light-hearted, comical tone, complete with occasional points where the topic becomes irrelevant or the two break the fourth wall.
As of ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'', the easter egg returns, providing new conversations for the returning cut veterans, ''Smash 4's'' downloadable fighters and new characters introduced. The majority of conversations for returning characters are recycled with select ones such as Link and Robin getting new ones.
 
In addition to Palutena and Pit, ''Kid Icarus'' character [[Viridi]] appears in several of the conversations, also utilizing her artwork from ''Kid Icarus Uprising''. In a handful of conversations, namely the one about [[Dark Pit (SSBU)|him]], the {{SSBU|Ice Climbers}}, and {{SSBU|Wolf}}, Dark Pit also joins in. In ''Wii U'', [[Chrom]] joins in on the conversation regarding {{SSB4|Robin}}, using his portrait from ''Fire Emblem Awakening''. In ''Ultimate'', [[Alucard]] makes a cameo during {{SSBU|Richter}}'s conversation, using his portrait from ''Symphony of the Night'', and having an echo effect on his voice similar to the one heard in the same game.
 
In ''Ultimate'', the Smash Taunt returns with a few significant reworks. New conversations were provided for characters that were absent in the base roster of ''Super Smash Bros. 4'', including the game's DLC characters. The majority of conversations were re-purposed from the previous game for most of the veterans, but six receive new conversations: {{SSBU|Link}}, {{SSBU|Zelda}}, {{SSBU|Sheik}} and {{SSBU|Ganondorf}} (all who are based on different incarnations of the characters throughout ''The Legend of Zelda'' franchise), {{SSBU|Ike}} (due to the return of his ''Path of Radiance'' appearance), and {{SSBU|Robin}} (due to [[Chrom (SSBU)|Chrom's]] inclusion as a separate playable character and consequently receiving his own conversation, as Robin's previous conversation alluded to the fact that he had no such status). Hynden Walch does not return as Viridi's voice actor; instead, Dayci Brookshire<ref>https://twitter.com/Dayci/status/1071117564397277185</ref> is the voice of Viridi, who re-recorded the dialogue used in ''SSB4'' alongside providing new dialogue.
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==Voices==
==Voices==
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* Pit, Dark Pit: Antony Del Rio (English), Minami Takayama (Japanese)
* '''Pit / Dark Pit''': Antony Del Rio (English), Minami Takayama (Japanese)
* Palutena: Brandy Kopp (English), Aya Hisakawa (Japanese)
* '''Palutena''': Brandy Kopp (English), Aya Hisakawa (Japanese)
* Viridi: Hynden Walch (English), Makiko Ohmoto (Japanese)
* '''Viridi''': Hynden Walch (English, ''SSB4''), Dayci Brookshire (English, ''Ultimate''), Makiko Ohmoto (Japanese)
* Chrom: Matthew Mercer (English), Tomokazu Sugita (Japanese)
* '''Chrom''': Matthew Mercer (English), Tomokazu Sugita (Japanese)
* Alucard: Yuri Lowenthal (English), ??? (Japanese)
* '''Alucard''': Yuri Lowenthal (English), Ryōtarō Ōkiayu (Japanese)


==Conversations (''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'')==
==Conversations (''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'')==
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:'''Pit:''' He's looking pretty aggro today. Must be because he's in a fighting game.
:'''Pit:''' He's looking pretty aggro today. Must be because he's in a fighting game.


:'''Viridi:''' When [[Mario]] [[mariowiki:Super Mario Bros.|first fought Bowser]], I hear he had to use an {{iw|mariowiki|axe}} to chop down a rope bridge and drop the big guy.
:'''Viridi:''' When [[Mario]] first fought Bowser, I hear he had to use an {{s|mariowiki|axe}} to chop down a rope bridge and drop the big guy.


:'''Palutena:''' It all sounds like something from an 8-bit action movie!
:'''Palutena:''' It all sounds like something from an 8-bit action movie!
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:'''Palutena:''' Don't be. Bowser may be powerful, but he also leaves big openings. Fight smart and look for chances to counterattack.
:'''Palutena:''' Don't be. Bowser may be powerful, but he also leaves big openings. Fight smart and look for chances to counterattack.
Regional differences: In the Japanese version, Viridi comments "growing bigger seems like a trend for [Bowser]", reflecting how Bowser frequently transforms into {{iw|mariowiki|Giant Bowser}} in recent ''Mario'' games.


==={{SSB4|Bowser Jr.}}===
==={{SSB4|Bowser Jr.}}===
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:'''Viridi:''' Yes. He's the heir to the [[Koopa Troop|Koopa]] throne.
:'''Viridi:''' Yes. He's the heir to the [[Koopa Troop|Koopa]] throne.


:'''Palutena:''' I wonder if his [[Bowser (SSB4)|father]] bought him that {{iw|mariowiki|Junior Clown Car}}. It's decked out with all sorts of bells and whistles.
:'''Palutena:''' I wonder if his [[Bowser (SSB4)|father]] bought him that {{s|mariowiki|Junior Clown Car}}. It's decked out with all sorts of bells and whistles.


:'''Pit:''' Hey, I just thought of an even better name for it. How about...the Shellicopter?!
:'''Pit:''' Hey, I just thought of an even better name for it. How about...the Shellicopter?!
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:'''Viridi:''' So what you're saying is to hit him from above, right?
:'''Viridi:''' So what you're saying is to hit him from above, right?
====[[Koopalings]]====
====[[Koopalings]]====
:'''Palutena:''' That's one of the Koopalings, [name of Koopaling].{{NTSC}}/That's one of Bowser's Minions, [name of Bowser's Minion]. {{PAL}}
:'''Palutena:''' That's one of the Koopalings, <name of Koopaling>.{{NTSC}}/That's one of Bowser's Minions, <name of Bowser's Minion>. {{PAL}}


:'''Pit:''' Hmm. The resemblance to Bowser Jr. is strong.
:'''Pit:''' Hmm. The resemblance to Bowser Jr. is strong.
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:'''Palutena:''' That's sweet of you but not very conducive to taking them down, Pit.
:'''Palutena:''' That's sweet of you but not very conducive to taking them down, Pit.


Notes:
Note: Although the exact same voice clip is used for Pit's line about feeling bad for the Koopalings in both versions, the text either says 'kind of' or 'kinda', depending on which version is played.
*Although the exact same voice clip is used for Pit's line about feeling bad for the Koopalings in both versions, the text either says 'kind of' or 'kinda', depending on which version is played.
Viridi's remarks about the mysterious relationship between Bowser and the Koopalings refers to Nintendo's changing stance on the characters. The Koopalings were initially referred to as Bowser's children in ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Bros. 3}}'', but this background was later discarded and the Koopalings are currently classified as captains of his army.
*Viridi's remarks about the mysterious relationship between Bowser and the Koopalings refers to Nintendo's changing stance on the characters. The Koopalings were initially referred to as Bowser's children in ''{{iw|mariowiki|Super Mario Bros. 3}}'', but this background was later discarded and the Koopalings are currently classified as captains of his army.
*In ''Ultimate'', the conversation uses the one seen in the NTSC version of ''for Wii U'' across all English versions, since the term "Koopalings" has officially been used for PAL regions in recent ''Mario'' games starting with ''{{iw|mariowiki|Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam}}''.


==={{SSB4|Captain Falcon}}===
==={{SSB4|Captain Falcon}}===
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:'''Viridi:''' All these fighters have tons of skill and experience, but you can still hold your own. If we brought vehicles into the picture, though, that would be a totally different story.
:'''Viridi:''' All these fighters have tons of skill and experience, but you can still hold your own. If we brought vehicles into the picture, though, that would be a totally different story.


:'''Pit:''' Good thing that's not the case. I'd be no match for an [[Blue Falcon|F-Zero machine]] or an [[Arwing]].
:'''Pit:''' Good thing that's not the case. I'd be no match for an F-Zero machine or an [[Arwing]].


:'''Viridi:''' Plus, those G-Diffuser systems are terrible for the environment.
:'''Viridi:''' Plus, those G-Diffuser systems are terrible for the environment.
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:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, if you're near Captain Falcon, watch out for his jump-and-[[Falcon Punch]] combo.
:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, if you're near Captain Falcon, watch out for his jump-and-[[Falcon Punch]] combo.
Note: The G-Diffuser system (short for "Gravity Diffuser") is the anti-gravity device that allows F-Zero machines to float off of the surface of the racetracks. The same technology is used for Arwings, [[Landmaster]]s, and other vehicles seen in the {{uv|Star Fox}} series; it is regularly implied that the two series are set in the same universe.


==={{SSB4|Charizard}}===
==={{SSB4|Charizard}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' But I digress. Charizard has another attack, called [[Flare Blitz]]. It's powerful but dangerous, even to Charizard. Either way, dodge the attack and keep your distance while waiting for your chance to strike back.
:'''Palutena:''' But I digress. Charizard has another attack, called [[Flare Blitz]]. It's powerful but dangerous, even to Charizard. Either way, dodge the attack and keep your distance while waiting for your chance to strike back.


Note: Pit and Palutena mentioning Charizard being "short in the flight department" references the removal of the gliding mechanic previously present in ''Brawl''. It also may refer to how Charizard was originally incapable of learning the move {{iw|bulbapedia|Fly|move}} in [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Red and Green Versions|''Pokémon Red'' and ''Green'']]. However, according to the {{iw|bulbapedia|Pokédex}}, a Charizard is capable of flying to an altitude of up to 4,600 feet / 1,400 meters,<ref>[[bulbapedia:Charizard (Pokémon)#Pokédex entries 2|List of Charizard's Pokédex entries, provided by Bulbapedia.]]</ref> and has been able to learn Fly as of [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Yellow Version|''Pokémon Yellow'']], making this statement largely incorrect, at least outside of the context of ''Smash''.
Note: When Pit and Palutena mention Charizard being short in the flight department, it's a reference to how Charizard couldn't learn the move {{iw|bulbapedia|Fly|move}} in ''{{s|bulbapedia|Pokémon Red and Blue}}'', though it has been quite capable of flight in every game and piece of media after.


==={{SSB4|Dark Pit}}===
==={{SSB4|Dark Pit}}===
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:'''Dark Pit:''' Will you quit calling me that?!
:'''Dark Pit:''' Will you quit calling me that?!


:'''Palutena:''' Now where did you disappear to after the fight with {{iw|icaruspedia|Hades}}?
:'''Palutena:''' Now where did you disappear to after the fight with {{s|icaruspedia|Hades}}?


:'''Viridi:''' Actually, Dark Pit works for me now. He's an officer in the Forces of Nature.
:'''Viridi:''' Actually, Dark Pit works for me now. He's an officer in the Forces of Nature.
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:'''Viridi:''' It all comes down to skill!
:'''Viridi:''' It all comes down to skill!
Note: While Dark Pit and the Lightning Chariot are new recruits for Viridi, Phosphora was already aligned with the Forces of Nature in ''Kid Icarus: Uprising''. This is likely a mistranslation from the Japanese script, where Viridi mentions that the Lightning Chariot was confiscated by Phosphora.


==={{SSB4|Diddy Kong}}===
==={{SSB4|Diddy Kong}}===
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==={{SSB4|Donkey Kong}}===
==={{SSB4|Donkey Kong}}===
:'''Pit:''' Looks like it's me versus DK.
 
:'''Pit:''' Looks like it's me vs DK.


:'''Palutena:''' His arms are like tree trunks, so his attacks are incredibly powerful. Given his size, he also moves quite quickly. Combine that speed and power with his long reach, and you've got an opponent who's good at almost everything!
:'''Palutena:''' His arms are like tree trunks, so his attacks are incredibly powerful. Given his size, he also moves quite quickly. Combine that speed and power with his long reach, and you've got an opponent who's good at almost everything!
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:'''Pit:''' So...if I win...is duck on the menu for dinner?!
:'''Pit:''' So...if I win...is duck on the menu for dinner?!


:'''Palutena:''' Let's take things one step at a time, Pit. These two may seem like a duo, but they're actually a trio! Together, they're known as "Duck Hunt." {{NTSC}}/Let's take things one step at a time, Pit. These two might be called the Duck Hunt Duo, but in some ways, it's kind of like they're a trio. {{PAL}}
:'''Palutena:''' Let's take things one step at a time, Pit. These two may seem like a duo, but they're actually a trio! Together, they're known as "Duck Hunt." {{NTSC}}/Let's take things one step at a time, Pit. These two might be called the Duck Hunt Duo, but in some ways it's kinda like they're a trio. {{PAL}}


:'''Pit:''' So where's the third team member? {{NTSC}}/What?! You mean it's three on one?! {{PAL}}
:'''Pit:''' So where's the third team member? {{NTSC}}/What?! You mean it's three on one?! {{PAL}}


:'''Palutena:''' Listen, just be careful. You could get [[Smash attack |shot out of nowhere]].
:'''Palutena:''' Listen, just be careful. You could get [[Duck_Hunt_(SSB4)/Up_smash|shot]] [[Duck_Hunt_(SSB4)/Down_smash|out of]] [[Duck_Hunt_(SSB4)/Forward_smash|nowhere]].


:'''Pit:''' A mysterious sharpshooter, eh? Well, that does make things more exciting!
:'''Pit:''' A mysterious sharpshooter, eh? Well, that does make things more exciting!
Note: As Duck Hunt is known as "Duck Hunt Duo" in the PAL versions, Palutena's lines about Duck Hunt's teaming and name are merged in the PAL version. On a related note, the PAL version of Pit's last line more closely matches the original Japanese version.
Regional difference: In the Japanese version, Palutena remarks about Duck Hunt's name in the first line rather than in the middle of the conversation. Pit then notes how the duck, who is the subject of hunting in Duck Hunt's original game, is riding on the dog, which reminds him of a Japanese saying "a duck comes bearing bunching onions", meaning "something surprising but convenient".


==={{SSB4|Falco}}===
==={{SSB4|Falco}}===
:'''Palutena:''' Do you know who this is, Pit?
:'''Palutena:''' Do you know who this is, Pit?


:'''Pit:''' Falco Lombardi! Ace pilot on the [[Star Fox]] team! Great jumper!
:'''Pit:''' Falco Lombardi! Ace pilot on the [[Star Fox]] team! Great Jumper!


:'''Palutena:''' ...Exactly. [[Captain Falcon]]'s already got the falcon motif. Falco looks more like a pheasant to me.
:'''Palutena:''' ...Exactly. {{SSB4|Captain Falcon}}'s already got the falcon motif. Falco looks more like a pheasant to me.


:'''Pit:''' Mmm, sounds delicious.
:'''Pit:''' Mmm, sounds delicious.
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:'''Viridi:''' If I were you, I'd keep your voice down. If he hears you, he'll make you eat his boots.
:'''Viridi:''' If I were you, I'd keep your voice down. If he hears you, he'll make you eat his boots.


:'''Palutena:''' Falco used to be the leader of a galactic gang, so you can expect him to be good in a fight.
:'''Palutena:''' Falco used to be the leader of a galactic gang, so you can expect him to be good in a fight.  


:'''Pit:''' I'm starting to freak out here. I mean, this guy is famous throughout the entire galaxy!
:'''Pit:''' I'm starting to freak out here. I mean, this guy is famous throughout the entire galaxy!


:'''Palutena:''' Watch out for long-range attacks like his {{b|Reflector|Falco}} shot and {{b|Blaster|Falco}}.
:'''Palutena:''' Watch out for long-range attacks like his [[Reflector]] shot and [[Blaster]].


:'''Viridi:''' You'll see he's quick on the draw.
:'''Viridi:''' You'll see he's quick on the draw.
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:'''Pit:''' "It's about time you showed up, Fox!"
:'''Pit:''' "It's about time you showed up, Fox!"


:'''Viridi:''' That was a terrible {{iw|lylatwiki|General Pepper}}, Pit.
:'''Viridi:''' That was a terrible {{s|lylatwiki|General Pepper}}, Pit.


:'''Palutena:''' You should be wary of his [[Blaster]] too.
:'''Palutena:''' You should be wary of his [[Blaster]] too.


:'''Pit:''' (as {{iw|lylatwiki|Peppy Hare}}) "Everybody, stay alert!"
:'''Pit:''' (as {{s|lylatwiki|Peppy Hare}}) "Everybody, stay alert!"


:'''Palutena:''' Focus, Pit. You might think Fox's Blaster doesn't hurt all that much and ignore it, but you'll soon find out you've taken lots of damage.
:'''Palutena:''' Focus, Pit. You might think Fox's Blaster doesn't hurt all that much and ignore it, but you'll soon find out you've taken lots of damage.
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:'''Palutena:''' Remember, Ganondorf is as heavy as he is powerful. Use that to your advantage.
:'''Palutena:''' Remember, Ganondorf is as heavy as he is powerful. Use that to your advantage.


Note: Viridi's statement that there are many different Ganons is only partially correct. While there have been various different Links and Zeldas throughout the series, there have only been two different Ganons: one that has remained the same individual across the series' diverging timelines while appearing in either his Gerudo form or his demonic form, and another that appears exclusively in ''The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures'' hundreds of years after the previous Ganon's death in ''The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess''. It may implicitly be referring to the individual versions of Ganon from said diverging timelines, whose characters differ based on the events that occur in their respective timelines. Regardless, this inaccuracy is addressed in the ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' version of the conversation; Viridi mentions that Ganondorf is the same individual reincarnated over time.
Note: Viridi's statement that there are many different Ganondorfs is only partially correct. While there have been various different Links and Zeldas throughout the series, there have only been two different Ganondorfs: One that has remained the same individual across the series' diverging timelines while appearing in either his Gerudo form or his demonic form, and another that has appeared exclusively in ''The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures'' hundreds of years after Ganondorf's death in ''The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess''. This may also refer to the versions of Ganon from said diverging timelines, who have evolved differently based on the events occurring in their respective timelines.


==={{SSB4|Greninja}}===
==={{SSB4|Greninja}}===
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:'''Viridi:''' YEAH! SKYWORLD! SKYWORLD! SKYWORLD! SKYWORLD!
:'''Viridi:''' YEAH! SKYWORLD! SKYWORLD! SKYWORLD! SKYWORLD!
Regional differences: In the Japanese version, Pit says that Ike "still looks young" rather than "hasn't aged well". Additionally, Pit and Viridi mimic Ike's yells when performing [[Aether]] at the end.


==={{SSB4|Jigglypuff}}===
==={{SSB4|Jigglypuff}}===
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:'''Pit:''' So what do I need to know about him?
:'''Pit:''' So what do I need to know about him?


:'''Palutena:''' He's a heavyweight and has the ability to fly. And his hammer attack is no joke. But every fighter has a weakness. For example, when King Dedede [[Gordo Throw|throws]] a spiky [[Gordo]], you can hit it right back at him. If you can eliminate him by reflecting the Gordo, that will count as your [[KO]].
:'''Palutena:''' He's a heavyweight and has the ability to fly. And his hammer attack is no joke. But every fighter has a weakness. For example, when King Dedede throws a spiky [[Gordo]], you can hit it right back at him. If you can eliminate him by reflecting the Gordo, that will count as your [[KO]].


:'''Pit:''' Uh... what's a KO?
:'''Pit:''' Uh... what's a KO?


:'''Palutena:''' ...Good luck, Pit.
:'''Palutena:''' ...Good luck, Pit.
Regional differences: The entire conversation is heavily altered from the Japanese version: when Pit and Palutena see King Dedede, Palutena utters "Dehh dehh dehh dehh dehh," much to Pit's confusion. At the end, Pit enthusiastically comments that he will attempt to deflect the Gordos, rather than questioning what a KO is.


==={{SSB4|Kirby}}===
==={{SSB4|Kirby}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' Right. The question is how to do that.
:'''Palutena:''' Right. The question is how to do that.


:'''Viridi:''' Oh, that part's easy. Just keep whaling on him. Then we'll see who's stronger: that little puffball<!--Do not link to Jigglypuff's page here, as the name is actually directed towards Pit-->... or Kirby!
:'''Viridi:''' Oh, that part's easy. Just keep whaling on him. Then we'll see who's stronger: that little puffball... or Kirby!
 
Regional differences: In the Japanese version, Viridi derisively comments Kirby has "a simple shape as always" at the beginning.


==={{SSB4|Link}}===
==={{SSB4|Link}}===
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:'''Viridi:''' Just watch out for his dreamy [[Clawshot]]!
:'''Viridi:''' Just watch out for his dreamy [[Clawshot]]!


Note: This conversation references the fact that both ''[[Kid Icarus]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'' were released in 1986 in Japan. Pit's confusion with Viridi's remarks references ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'', where she openly expresses distaste for the human race due to their destructive effect on the ecosystems around them.
Note: This conversation references the fact that both ''[[Kid Icarus]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'' were released in 1986 in Japan. Pit's confusion with Viridi's remarks references ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'', where the character openly dislikes the human species due to them often destroying the ecosystems around them.
 
Regional differences: In the Japanese version, Viridi has an additional line of dialogue where she dreamily calls out Link's name, calling him "Link-[[wikipedia:Japanese honorifics#Sama|sama]]".


==={{SSB4|Little Mac}}===
==={{SSB4|Little Mac}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' The tip of her blade doesn't deal as much damage as Marth's. But her attacks are more balanced, even if they're not tremendously powerful.
:'''Palutena:''' The tip of her blade doesn't deal as much damage as Marth's. But her attacks are more balanced, even if they're not tremendously powerful.


Note: The tone of Viridi's last line suggests sarcasm; she may be referencing how Lucina demonstrates a strange sense of humor in ''Fire Emblem Awakening'', with other characters commenting on the contrast with her stern personality. On a related note, her official profile states that she is "the least likely to get a joke".
Note: While Viridi's inflection in her last line suggests sarcasm, Lucina does not have a deep sense of humor within ''Fire Emblem Awakening''; her profile states that she is "the least likely to get a joke", and in some of her support conversations, others often make remarks of her stern personality, such as {{s|fireemblemwiki|Inigo}} referring to her as [http://serenesforest.net/wiki/index.php/Awakening_Supports/Lucina_Inigo "so darn grim"] and {{s|fireemblemwiki|Cynthia}} saying she needs to [http://serenesforest.net/wiki/index.php/Awakening_Supports/Lucina_Cynthia  "loosen up".]


==={{SSB4|Luigi}}===
==={{SSB4|Luigi}}===
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:'''Pit:''' I'm sure that stands for winner.
:'''Pit:''' I'm sure that stands for winner.


Note: This conversation references The Year of Luigi, a promotional advertising campaign in 2013 where Nintendo celebrated Luigi's 30th anniversary since his debut in ''[[Mario_(universe)#Mario_Bros.|Mario Bros.]]'' The part where Pit remarks the L stands for "winner" is a reference to people thinking the L stands for "loser", which was later referenced in the description for Luigi's outfit in ''Super Mario Odyssey''.
Note: This conversation references The Year of Luigi, a promotional advertising campaign where Nintendo celebrated Luigi's 30th anniversary since his debut in ''[[Mario_(universe)#Mario_Bros.|Mario Bros.]]''
 
Regional differences:
*In the Japanese version, Viridi describes Luigi as the "eternal second place", a phrase originating from his unlock [[notice]] in the Japanese version of ''[[Smash 64]]'' and also said by [[Colonel Roy Campbell]] in the Japanese version of Snake's codec conversation regarding Luigi. These instances are localized in English as "eternal understudy" and "King of Second Bananas" respectively. Pit replies Luigi's title should be "Green Popular Guy", which similarly originates from his unlock notice in the Japanese version of ''[[Melee]]'' and is also used for Luigi's [[Boxing Ring]] title in that version.
*In the Italian version, Viridi comments the L on Luigi's cap stands for "lumaca" (an Italian idiom for "slowpoke", literally "snail"), with Pit replying it stands for "Luigi".


==={{SSB4|Mario}}===
==={{SSB4|Mario}}===
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Note: Palutena's remarks about Mario being Pit's first ally is a reference to ''Brawl''{{'}}s [[Subspace Emissary]]. Upon being sent out by Palutena to take down the Subspace Army, Pit encounters Mario's trophy in the clouds.
Note: Palutena's remarks about Mario being Pit's first ally is a reference to ''Brawl''{{'}}s [[Subspace Emissary]]. Upon being sent out by Palutena to take down the Subspace Army, Pit encounters Mario's trophy in the clouds.
Additionally, the earlier half of this taunt bears a striking similarity to that of Snake's [[Codec Conversations#Mario|codec conversation regarding Mario]] in the previous game. Furthermore, the Japanese version's entire conversation is nearly identical to Snake's conversation, with Palutena commenting having a match with Mario is a "once-in-a-lifetime chance" and telling Pit to not to regret it, much like [[Colonel Roy Campbell]] in said conversation.
Additionally, the earlier half of this taunt bears a striking similarity to that of Snake's Codec message of Mario in the previous game.


==={{SSB4|Marth}}===
==={{SSB4|Marth}}===
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:'''Pit:''' Is that really him? It is really him! WOW!
:'''Pit:''' Is that really him? It is really him! WOW!


:'''Viridi:''' I hope he busts out his [[neutral attack|Mega]] [[neutral aerial|Buster]]!
:'''Viridi:''' I hope he busts out his Mega Buster!


:'''Pit:''' I wanna see his [[Forward smash|Charge Shot]]!
:'''Pit:''' I wanna see his Charge Shot!


:'''Palutena:''' [[Down smash|Flame Blast]]!
:'''Palutena:''' Flame Blast!


:'''Viridi:''' [[Leaf Shield]]!
:'''Viridi:''' [[Leaf Shield]]!
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:'''Palutena:''' [[Metal Blade]]!
:'''Palutena:''' [[Metal Blade]]!


:'''Viridi:''' [[Up smash|Spark Shock]]!
:'''Viridi:''' Spark Shock!


:'''Pit:''' [[Up aerial|Air Shooter]]!
:'''Pit:''' Air Shooter!


:'''Palutena:''' [[Crash Bomber]]!
:'''Palutena:''' [[Crash Bomber]]!


:'''Viridi:''' [[Back aerial|Slash Claw]]!
:'''Viridi:''' Slash Claw!


:'''Pit:''' [[Forward aerial|Flame Sword]]!
:'''Pit:''' Flame Sword!


:'''Pit, Palutena, and Viridi:''' [[Down aerial|HARD KNUCKLE]]!
:'''All:''' HARD KNUCKLE!
 
Note: Unlike most other conversations, Mega Man's guidance directly lists out the majority of his moveset in ''Smash Bros.'', which are all special weapons gained from the Robot Masters in the original ''Mega Man'' games. This is also the only conversation to have all three character portraits on screen at once.


==={{SSB4|Meta Knight}}===
==={{SSB4|Meta Knight}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, be careful of his quick blade and his [[Mach Tornado|spinning]] [[Drill Rush|attacks]]. They don't have a lot of power, so use your shield until you see an opening.
:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, be careful of his quick blade and his [[Mach Tornado|spinning]] [[Drill Rush|attacks]]. They don't have a lot of power, so use your shield until you see an opening.


Note: The conversation references how Meta Knight strongly resembles Kirby underneath his mask, which is only revealed when it shatters upon his defeat.
Note: This is mentioning the fact that most of the time, when Meta Knight is defeated in a ''Kirby'' game, his mask shatters, revealing a face quite similar to Kirby's.


==={{SSB4|Mii Brawler}}===
==={{SSB4|Mii Brawler}}===
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:'''Pit:''' This fight's gonna be really easy if my opponent's unarmed.
:'''Pit:''' This fight's gonna be really easy if my opponent's unarmed.


:'''Viridi:''' Listen to Mr. Tough Guy here! That's pretty presumptuous to think that this fight's already in the bag!
:'''Viridi:''' Listen to Mr. Tough Guy here! That's pretty presumptuous that this fight's already in the bag!


:'''Pit:''' Oh, like you're one to talk about looking down on others.
:'''Pit:''' Oh, like you're one to talk about looking down on others.


:'''Palutena:''' But Viridi's right. You can't underestimate this foe. The Mii Brawler is far from being "unarmed." Those fists are weapons in and of themselves. They pack a real punch, so you should watch out for even straightforward moves like the [[side smash]].
:'''Palutena:''' But Viridi's right. You can't underestimate this foe. The Mii Brawler is far from being "unarmed." Those fists are weapons in and of themselves. They pack a real punch, so you could watch out for even straightforward moves like the [[side smash]].


:'''Pit:''' OK, OK. No talking trash about any of my opponents. At least not until after the fight!
:'''Pit:''' Ok. Ok. No talking trash about any of my opponents. At least not until after the fight!


==={{SSB4|Mii Gunner}}===
==={{SSB4|Mii Gunner}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' There's a motion-controlled trigger in the arm cannon.
:'''Palutena:''' There's a motion-controlled trigger in the arm cannon.


:'''Pit:''' So the stance they take when firing tells me where they're aiming!
:'''Pit:''' So the stance they take when firing tells me where they're aiming.


:'''Viridi:''' Motion control... That's downright REVOLUTIONARY! We should patent that.
:'''Viridi:''' Motion control... That's downright REVOLUTIONARY! We should patent that.
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:'''Palutena:''' Hmph. Sounds like the goddess of nature has turned into the goddess of commerce.
:'''Palutena:''' Hmph. Sounds like the goddess of nature has turned into the goddess of commerce.


Note: Viridi's last line is a reference to the [[Wii Remote]] and to how the [[Wii]] console was originally codenamed "Revolution".
Note: Viridi's last line is a reference to the [[Wii Remote]] and to how the [[Wii]] console was originally named "Revolution".


==={{SSB4|Mii Swordfighter}}===
==={{SSB4|Mii Swordfighter}}===
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:'''Viridi:''' So you'd better watch yourself, Pit.
:'''Viridi:''' So you'd better watch yourself, Pit.


Note: Pit references the Shadow Bugs from ''Brawl''{{'}}s Subspace Emissary as a nod to Mr. Game & Watch's role in the mode; according to [[Masahiro Sakurai]], the Shadow Bugs are a mysterious substance that can be extracted from Mr. Game & Watch, which allowed [[Tabuu]] to create a majority of the members of the Subspace Army. Despite what Viridi says, a Judge with 9 does not actually cause a true one-hit KO, but its knockback and damage are still high enough to KO reliably at around 10%.
Note: Pit references the Shadow Bugs from ''Brawl''{{'}}s Subspace Emissary as a nod to Mr. Game & Watch's role in the mode; according to [[Masahiro Sakurai]], the Shadow Bugs are a mysterious substance that can be extracted from Mr. Game & Watch, which allowed [[Tabuu]] to create a majority of the members of the Subspace Army. Despite what Viridi says, a Judge with 9 does not actually KO an opponent immediately, but it does still have high knockback and damage.


==={{SSB4|Ness}}===
==={{SSB4|Ness}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, if Ness tries to [[recover]] via [[PK Thunder]] and you reflect it, that will really ruin his day. Give it a try when you get a chance!
:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, if Ness tries to [[recover]] via [[PK Thunder]] and you reflect it, that will really ruin his day. Give it a try when you get a chance!


==={{SSB4|Olimar}}/[[Alph]]===
==={{SSB4|Olimar}}===
:'''Pit:''' Oh, it's that explorer guy.
:'''Pit:''' Oh, it's that explorer guy.


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:'''Palutena:''' There are also [[Winged Pikmin]] that don't attack you. Numerous Pikmin will weigh down the Winged Pikmin. And that's when you should attack!
:'''Palutena:''' There are also [[Winged Pikmin]] that don't attack you. Numerous Pikmin will weigh down the Winged Pikmin. And that's when you should attack!


Notes:
Note: The conversations about Olimar and [[Alph]] are identical, hence Pit not referring to them by name. Alph is the only alternate character (that isn't a simple gender swap) whose Guidance conversation isn't different from the main character's.
*The conversations about Olimar and [[Alph]] are identical, hence Pit not referring to them by name. Alph is the only alternate character (that isn't a simple gender swap) whose Guidance conversation isn't different from the main character's.
*Like how Snake's [[Codec Conversations#Olimar|codec about Olimar]] has Mei Ling verbally reference "{{SSBBMusicLink|Pikmin|Ai no Uta}}," Viridi listing all of the Pikmin's attributes in order may be a reference to "{{SSBBMusicLink|Pikmin|Tane no Uta}}," which does the same thing in its lyrics (though Viridi does not directly quote it).


==={{SSB4|Pac-Man}}===
==={{SSB4|Pac-Man}}===
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:'''Pit:''' OK, enough about that!
:'''Pit:''' OK, enough about that!


Note: Pit's initial comment is a reference to the sound Pac-Man makes while eating dots, which is commonly associated with the character. Palutena's talk about Pit's wings is an allusion to [[icaruspedia:Magnus and the Dark Lord|Chapter 2]] of ''{{iw|icaruspedia|Kid Icarus: Uprising}}'', in which Palutena speculates on the tastiness of barbecued angel wings while he flies through a lightning storm.
Note: Palutena's talk about Pit's wings is an allusion to Chapter 2 of ''{{s|icaruspedia|Kid Icarus: Uprising}}'', in which Palutena speculates on the tastiness of barbecued angel wings while he flies through a lightning storm.
 
Regional differences: In the Japanese version, Pit comments on Pac-Man's similarity to Kirby at the beginning, rather than mimicking his chomping.


==={{SSB4|Palutena}}===
==={{SSB4|Palutena}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' Good luck, Pit. You're gonna need it. Of course, I won't be giving you any hints during this battle. And no powers or centurions, either!
:'''Palutena:''' Good luck, Pit. You're gonna need it. Of course, I won't be giving you any hints during this battle. And no powers or centurions, either!


Note: Pit saying that he has fought Palutena before references [[icaruspedia:Palutena's Temple (chapter)|Chapter 20]] of ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'', where he is tasked with defeating Palutena after she is possessed by the {{iw|icaruspedia|Chaos Kin}}. The ending of the conversation references not only Pit's Smash Taunt, but also Palutena's role in ''Brawl''; as part of Pit's previous Final Smash, [[Palutena's Army]], Palutena would summon multiple centurions to attack Pit's opponents. However, Pit can still use the Power of Flight despite that being granted by Palutena.
Note: Pit saying that he has fought Palutena before references Chapter 20 of ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'', where he is tasked with defeating Palutena after she is possessed by the {{s|icaruspedia|Chaos Kin}}. The ending of the conversation references not only Pit's Smash Taunt, but also Palutena's role in ''Brawl''; as part of Pit's previous Final Smash, [[Palutena's Army]], Palutena would summon multiple centurions to attack Pit's opponents. In addition, with Palutena having completely different custom moves (rather than mere variations), hints about her overall would likely prove inaccurate.


==={{SSB4|Peach}}===
==={{SSB4|Peach}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' I don't know about that. It seems like tossing [[vegetable]]s is more her idea of fun. She'll pelt you with them the entire match if you don't watch it. But she can't reload when she's [[jumping]], so keep your eye on what she's up to.
:'''Palutena:''' I don't know about that. It seems like tossing [[vegetable]]s is more her idea of fun. She'll pelt you with them the entire match if you don't watch it. But she can't reload when she's [[jumping]], so keep your eye on what she's up to.
Note: Viridi's remark about Palutena being imprisoned is a reference to the original ''[[Kid Icarus]]'' game. Much like Princess Peach, Palutena was the damsel in distress that Pit had to rescue at the end of his journey.


==={{SSB4|Pikachu}}===
==={{SSB4|Pikachu}}===
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:'''Viridi:''' The light on its head shows you the strength of the laser it's about to fire. The moment you forget about it, it'll unleash its laser at maximum power, so watch out!
:'''Viridi:''' The light on its head shows you the strength of the laser it's about to fire. The moment you forget about it, it'll unleash its laser at maximum power, so watch out!


Note: Pit pronounces R.O.B. as three separate letters; like how the [[Crowd]] says it in R.O.B.'s [[Crowd cheer]], but unlike how Palutena and the [[announcer]] pronounce it as a full name. Pit's nickname for R.O.B., "Mr. HVC-012", is a reference to the product number of R.O.B. in Japan.
Note: Pit pronounces R.O.B. as three separate letters, unlike how Palutena and the [[announcer]] pronounce it as a full name. Pit's nickname for R.O.B., "Mr. HVC-012", is a reference to the product number of R.O.B. in Japan.


==={{SSB4|Robin}}===
==={{SSB4|Robin}}===
[[File:pitsdowntauntchrom.PNG|thumb|Chrom's appearance in the conversation about Robin.]]
[[File:pitsdowntauntchrom.PNG|right|thumb|Chrom's appearance in the conversation about Robin.]]
:'''Pit:''' There's something weird about this fighter, Lady Palutena.
:'''Pit:''' There's something weird about this fighter, Lady Palutena.


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:'''Chrom:''' You'll taste the bitterness of defeat! ...Right after Robin gets the Smash Ball.
:'''Chrom:''' You'll taste the bitterness of defeat! ...Right after Robin gets the Smash Ball.


Notes:
Note: Contrary to what Palutena says, Chrom actually can learn Aether in ''Fire Emblem Awakening'', as part of his basic skill set as a {{s|fireemblemwiki|Great Lord}}; however, the animation in the class with his signature weapon Falchion doesn't include a vertical jump like Ike's, explaining the quote. Viridi's remarks about Chrom being similar to Ike also reference the reason for Chrom's exclusion from the game; after the reveal of Lucina and Robin as playable characters, [[Masahiro Sakurai]] stated that Chrom was ultimately not included as a playable character because he believed the sword-wielding character would end up being too similar to either Marth or Ike. Palutena's quip of Chrom taking a nap before his appearance in this conversation is a reference to one of his {{s|fireemblemwiki|Barracks}} quotes on what he does during his free time.
*Palutena's quip about Chrom taking a nap refers to one of his {{iw|fireemblemwiki|Barracks}} quotes in ''Fire Emblem Awakening'' regarding what he does during his free time.
*Contrary to what Palutena says, Chrom actually can learn Aether in ''Awakening'' as part of his basic skill set as a {{iw|fireemblemwiki|Great Lord}}, and it even appears as part of his moveset in ''Ultimate''. However, Chrom's unique Aether animation in ''Awakening'' doesn't include a vertical jump like Ike's, explaining her reasoning.
*Viridi's remarks about Chrom being similar to Ike also reference the reason for Chrom's exclusion from ''SSB4''; after the reveal of Lucina and Robin as playable characters, [[Masahiro Sakurai]] stated that Chrom was ultimately not included as a playable character because he believed the sword-wielding character would end up being too similar to either Marth or Ike. Ironically, upon Chrom's inclusion in ''Ultimate'', he ended up being a clone of [[Roy]] (who was not playable upon ''Smash 4''{{'}}s release before returning as DLC) rather than Ike.
**However, Sakurai's remark about Chrom being too similar to Marth isn't entirely false, given that Roy and Marth were clones in ''Melee''.


==={{SSB4|Rosalina & Luma}}===
==={{SSB4|Rosalina & Luma}}===
:'''Palutena:''' And here we have Rosalina.
:'''Palutena:''' And here we have Rosalina.


:'''Viridi:''' Yes, she's the keeper of the {{iw|mariowiki|Comet Observatory}} and mother of the [[Luma]]s.
:'''Viridi:''' Yes, she's the keeper of the {{s|mariowiki|Comet Observatory}} and mother of the [[Luma]]s.


:'''Pit:''' Why is that comfy pillow following her? ...I love pillows!
:'''Pit:''' Why is that comfy pillow following her? ...I love pillows!
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:'''Palutena:''' Lumas will sacrifice everything to protect Rosalina. They might not look like much, but they're powerful enough to send you flying, so be careful.
:'''Palutena:''' Lumas will sacrifice everything to protect Rosalina. They might not look like much, but they're powerful enough to send you flying, so be careful.
Regional differences: At the beginning of the Japanese conversation, Palutena calls Rosalina a witch, to which Viridi replies "If Rosalina is a witch, then you or Zelda are also witches!" This references how Rosalina is often referred to as a witch by {{iw|mariowiki|Hint Toad}} within the ''{{iw|mariowiki|Super Mario Galaxy}}'' games. Pit also refers to the Luma directly as a "star child" rather than mistaking it for a pillow, in a reference to the Luma race being called as such on some occasions in the Japanese version of ''Super Mario Galaxy''.


==={{SSB4|Samus}}===
==={{SSB4|Samus}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' Moving on, then. Pit, you can reflect Samus's [[Charge Shot]] with your Guardian Orbitars. However, Samus can throw a storm of shots at you. If you use your Orbitars too often, she'll know what you're up to. So try to reflect strategically, as opposed to your...usual game plan.
:'''Palutena:''' Moving on, then. Pit, you can reflect Samus's [[Charge Shot]] with your Guardian Orbitars. However, Samus can throw a storm of shots at you. If you use your Orbitars too often, she'll know what you're up to. So try to reflect strategically, as opposed to your...usual game plan.


Note: This conversation references confusion that sometimes occurs among players who frequently call the protagonists by the series' name, particularly with [http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/link-zelda-confusion-what-if-zelda-was-a-girl some referring to Link as "Zelda"]. The confusion between Pit and the series title of ''Kid Icarus'' is also referenced within the tutorial of ''Uprising'', where Pit asks Palutena, "Who is this 'Icarus' character this game is named after?" Additionally, the Japanese version has Viridi comment on Pit's name not being "Palutena" per the franchise's Japanese name ({{ja|パルテナの鏡|Parutena no Kagami}}, ''Mirror of Palutena'').
Note: This conversation references confusion that sometimes occurs amongst players who frequently call the protagonists by the series' name, particularly with [http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/link-zelda-confusion-what-if-zelda-was-a-girl some referring to Link as Zelda]. Additionally, the Japanese version has Viridi comment on Pit's name not being Palutena per the franchise's name (パルテナの鏡, ''Mirror of Palutena'')


==={{SSB4|Sheik}}===
==={{SSB4|Sheik}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' Compared to the other fighters, Sheik moves very quickly. Don't get overwhelmed by Sheik's speed, especially one-on-one.
:'''Palutena:''' Compared to the other fighters, Sheik moves very quickly. Don't get overwhelmed by Sheik's speed, especially one-on-one.


Note: Pit and Palutena commenting on Sheik's true identity and Viridi not taking them seriously could be a subtle reference to the legacy of ''Ocarina of Time''. While it is common knowledge in modern times that Sheik is actually Zelda partially due to their playability in the ''Smash Bros.'' series itself Sheik's identity is technically one of ''Ocarina of Time''{{'}}s biggest spoilers, revealed late in the game between the second-last and last dungeons.
Note: Pit and Palutena commenting on Sheik's true identity and Viridi not taking them seriously could be a subtle reference to the legacy of ''Ocarina of Time''. While it is common knowledge in modern times that Sheik is actually Zelda - partially due to their playability in the ''Smash Bros.'' series itself - Sheik's identity is technically one of ''Ocarina of Time'''s biggest spoilers, revealed late in the game between the second-last and last dungeons.


==={{SSB4|Shulk}}===
==={{SSB4|Shulk}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' That's the [[Monado]], the sword that defeated the Mechonis.
:'''Palutena:''' That's the [[Monado]], the sword that defeated the Mechonis.


:'''Pit:''' (with an English accent) Makes us look like a buncha jokers.
:'''Pit:''' (with an accent) Makes us look like a buncha jokers.


:'''Palutena:''' The Monado can [[Monado Arts|change Shulk's strengths and weaknesses]]. For example, it might increase his jumping ability while decreasing his defense.
:'''Palutena:''' The Monado can [[Monado Arts|change Shulk's strengths and weaknesses]]. For example, it might increase his jumping ability while decreasing his defense.
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:'''Palutena:''' Yes, and Shulk can KO opponents easier when they've sustained more damage. But if you know his weakness, he's not too difficult to deal with.
:'''Palutena:''' Yes, and Shulk can KO opponents easier when they've sustained more damage. But if you know his weakness, he's not too difficult to deal with.


:'''Pit:''' (with an English accent) Let's not lose our heads, though!
:'''Pit:''' (with an accent) Let's not lose our heads, though!


Notes:
Note: Pit's unfamiliarity with Shulk references how the ''[[Xenoblade (universe)|Xenoblade]]'' series was the newest game universe to be introduced to ''Smash 4'' (and the fact that his universe was completely absent from ''Brawl'' due to not being released until over two years later); it could also reference how ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'' was released before ''Xenoblade Chronicles'' in North America. Also, Pit's lines reference some of Reyn's battle quotes from ''Xenoblade Chronicles''.
* Pit's unfamiliarity with Shulk references how the {{uv|Xenoblade Chronicles}} series was the newest game universe to be introduced to ''Smash 4'' (and the fact that his universe was completely absent from ''Brawl'' due to not being released until over two years later); it could also reference how ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'' was released before ''Xenoblade Chronicles'' in North America.
* Palutena's statement regarding Shulk's height is somewhat inaccurate; his [https://xeno-underground.net/katimus/monado_archives/xba_033.jpg official height] is 171cm, or 5'7". As the correct height is listed in the Japanese version, this was likely a conversion error by the translators.
* Pit's accented lines reference Reyn's postbattle quotes from ''Xenoblade Chronicles''.


==={{SSB4|Sonic}}===
==={{SSB4|Sonic}}===
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:'''Viridi:''' Spin Dashes are hard to stop, though.
:'''Viridi:''' Spin Dashes are hard to stop, though.


:'''Palutena:''' Just keep your cool and don't lose focus. You can stop Spin Attacks using your [[Guardian Orbitars|Orbitars]] or [[Palutena Bow|Bow]].
:'''Palutena:''' Just keep your cool and don't lose focus. You can stop Spin Attacks using your Orbitars or Bow.


==={{SSB4|Toon Link}}===
==={{SSB4|Toon Link}}===
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:'''Pit:''' Where'd he get that name from anyway?
:'''Pit:''' Where'd he get that name from anyway?


:'''Palutena:''' It's probably because [[wikipedia:Cel shading|he looks like he jumped right out of a cartoon]].
:'''Palutena:''' It's probably because he looks like he jumped [[wikipedia:Cel shading|out of a cartoon]].


:'''Pit:''' Ah, I see how it is. Hmph.
:'''Pit:''' Ah, I see how it is. Hmph.
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:'''Palutena:''' Awww! Is poor Pit feeling a little insecure today?
:'''Palutena:''' Awww! Is poor Pit feeling a little insecure today?


:'''Viridi:''' Snap out of it, Pit! You have a fight to focus on. Here's the deal: Toon Link is quick but lighter than regular Link.
:'''Viridi:''' Snap out of it, Pit! You have a fight to focus on. Here's the deal: Toon Link is quick but lighter than Regular Link.


:'''Palutena:''' Don't get distracted by his weapons...or his intense cuteness! Just calm down and plan the best counterattack.
:'''Palutena:''' Don't get distracted by his weapons...or his intense cuteness! Just calm down and plan the best counterattack.
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:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, the Villager's [[Lloid Rocket]] can do some real damage, so try your best to [[reflection|reflect]] it back.
:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, the Villager's [[Lloid Rocket]] can do some real damage, so try your best to [[reflection|reflect]] it back.


Note: Pit's knowledge of Mr. Resetti may be a reference to his role as an [[Assist Trophy]] in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|the previous game]].
Note: Pit's knowledge of Mr. Resetti may be a reference to his role as an [[Assist Trophy]] in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|the previous game]]. Additionally, the Japanese dialogue mentions how the Villager's name is the first one in ''Smash Bros.'' to be written in {{s|wikipedia|hiragana}}.
 
Regional differences: In the Japanese version, instead of mentioning Mr. Resetti, Viridi references how the Villager's name is the first one in ''Smash Bros.'' to be written entirely in {{iw|wikipedia|hiragana}}, much to Pit's surprise.


==={{SSB4|Wario}}===
==={{SSB4|Wario}}===
:'''Pit:''' Um, Wario kind of smells.
:'''Pit:''' Um, Wario kind of smells.


:'''Palutena:''' That's to be expected. For his [[Final Smash]], he munches {{iw|mariowiki|Nasty Garlic}} and transforms into his super-antihero alter ego...[[Wario-Man]]!
:'''Palutena:''' That's to be expected. For his [[Final Smash]], he munches {{s|mariowiki|Nasty Garlic}} and transforms into his super-antihero alter ego...[[Wario-Man]]!


:'''Pit:''' Uh... Wario-Man?
:'''Pit:''' Uh... Wario-Man?
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:'''Pit:''' ...This job is really the worst sometimes.
:'''Pit:''' ...This job is really the worst sometimes.


Note: Palutena is referencing Wario's appearance as Wario-Man in ''{{iw|mariowiki|WarioWare: Touched!}}'' however, Wario-Man's first appearance was actually ''{{iw|mariowiki|WarioWare: Twisted!}}''. ''Twisted!'' was released before ''Touched!'' in Japan, but afterwards internationally. Also, TMI is an abbreviation for "too much information".
Note: Palutena is referencing Wario's first appearance as Wario-Man in ''{{s|mariowiki|WarioWare: Touched!}}'' - however, Wario-Man's first appearance was actually ''{{s|mariowiki|WarioWare: Twisted!}}''. Also, TMI is an abbreviation for "too much information".


==={{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}}===
==={{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' In any case, be careful of her [[Sun Salutation]] move. It gets stronger with [[Deep Breathing]].
:'''Palutena:''' In any case, be careful of her [[Sun Salutation]] move. It gets stronger with [[Deep Breathing]].
 
Note: Viridi saying that "Angels are nothing more than divine interns." and Pit saying "Angels are messengers of the gods!" is a reference to when Pit asked Palutena if all gods had angels like Palutena had Pit.
Note: Pit saying that "angels are messengers of the gods" and Viridi's retort that "angels are nothing more than divine interns" are references to a conversation from ''Uprising'', where Pit asks Palutena if all gods have angels and Viridi replies with a similar comment.


====Male====
====Male====
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:'''Palutena:''' Watch out for his Sun Salutation move. It gets stronger with Deep Breathing.
:'''Palutena:''' Watch out for his Sun Salutation move. It gets stronger with Deep Breathing.


Note: The Wii Fit Trainer is the only fighter who has two completely unique conversations depending on the subject's gender.
Note: The Wii Fit Trainer is the only character with an alternate costume that changes that character's gender whose Guidance conversation for said alternate costume is unique.


==={{SSB4|Yoshi}}===
==={{SSB4|Yoshi}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' Focus, Pit. If you use your shield when Yoshi's pulling off an [[Egg Roll]], you can [[grab]] him. Keep that in mind.
:'''Palutena:''' Focus, Pit. If you use your shield when Yoshi's pulling off an [[Egg Roll]], you can [[grab]] him. Keep that in mind.


Note: This conversation is similar to Snake's [[Codec Conversations#Yoshi|codec conversation regarding Yoshi]], as in both conversations, the characters question how Yoshi lays eggs even though he is male.
Note: This conversation is similar to Snake's Codec when performed on Yoshi as in both conversations the characters in the conversation question on how Yoshi lays eggs even if it is male.


==={{SSB4|Zelda}}===
==={{SSB4|Zelda}}===
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:'''Pit:''' Or I can just keep my weapons. Yeah, let's do that.
:'''Pit:''' Or I can just keep my weapons. Yeah, let's do that.


:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, Zero Suit Samus is a difficult target to hit. Keep your attack sure and steady.
:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, Zero Suit Samus is a difficult target to hit. Keep your attack sure and ready.


==Conversations (''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'')==
===Downloadable fighters===
These conversations are new to ''Ultimate''. The majority of veterans that were in the base roster of ''Smash 4'' reuse their dialogue from {{forwiiu}}, with the exceptions of Ganondorf, Ike, Link, Robin, Sheik, and Zelda, as well as Mii Gunner and Wario through updates. These new and altered conversations are listed below.
Characters available as [[downloadable content]] use a generic Guidance conversation, presumably to avoid having to repeatedly bring in the characters' voice actors for new lines each time a new character is added. The generic conversation was discovered at launch in [http://vocaroo.com/i/s0KivwmAoIq3 the game's] [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm25168286 sound files]. The conversation consists of Pit, Palutena, and Viridi briefly discussing an unknown fighter. Unused and inaccessible through normal play at first, it was confirmed to be a placeholder conversation for additional fighters on April 15th, 2015, with the release of the first DLC character, [[Mewtwo]], though [[Bayonetta]]'s reveal trailer had Palutena give Pit information on her.  


==={{SSBU|Bayonetta}}===
:'''Pit''': Who is THAT?
:'''Pit:''' An Umbra Witch has entered Skyworld! AHHHHH!


:'''Palutena:''' Bayonetta. Nemesis of angels. Slaughterer of Centurions. Wearer of questionable outfits.
:'''Palutena''': I have no data on this fighter. I can't believe it!


:'''Pit:''' I wonder why Bayonetta hunts angels.
:'''Viridi''': It must be an intruder from another dimension!


:'''Palutena:''' If I had to guess, I'd say she drags them to the underworld so demons can devour their souls...
:'''Pit''': Whoever it is, the goal remains the same: to fight and win!


:'''Pit:''' AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! Whooooo... OK. But the angels Bayonetta hunts aren't nice angels like me. They're monsters...right?
==Conversations (''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'')==
:''Note: The majority of veterans reuse their dialogue from ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'', with the exceptions of Ganondorf, Ike, Link, Robin, Sheik, and Zelda. Their new conversations are listed below.''


:'''Viridi:''' Angels can take many forms, just as goddesses can. Take Palutena for instance... Her current appearance is something humans can comprehend, but it's not her true form.
==={{SSBU|Bayonetta}}===
:'''Pit''': An Umbra Witch has entered Skyworld! AHHHHH!
 
:'''Palutena''': Bayonetta. Nemesis of angels. Slaughterer of Centurions. Wearer of questionable outfits.


:'''Palutena:''' You're one to talk, Viridi.
:'''Pit''': I wonder why Bayonetta hunts angels.


:'''Viridi and Palutena:''' Hahahaha!
:'''Palutena''': If I had to guess, I'd say she drags them to the underworld so demons can devour their souls...


:'''Pit:''' HAHAHAHA! Fighting...tips...PLEASE?!
:'''Pit''': AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! Whooooo... OK. But the angels Bayonetta hunts aren't nice angels like me. They're monsters...right?


:'''Viridi:''' Ugh. If you get caught in one of her combos, just...like...[[SDI|wiggle around]] or something.
:'''Viridi''': Angels can take many forms, just as goddesses can. Take Palutena for instance... Her current appearance is something humans can comprehend, but it's not her true form.


Note: Palutena calling Bayonetta a "wearer of questionable outfits" is likely based on her default clothes being made entirely of her own hair, which also exposes parts of her body when using the Wicked Weaves (an aspect which is heavily censored in ''Smash Bros.''). Viridi's advice telling Pit to "just wiggle around" out of her combos may jokingly reference the derisive "Just [[SDI]]" meme that appeared in response to complaints about Bayonetta in ''Smash 4'', as SDI is considered to be one of the most effective methods to escape Bayonetta's aerial strings.
:'''Palutena''': You're one to talk, Viridi.


==={{SSBU|Chrom}}===
:'''Viridi and Palutena''': Hahahaha!
:'''Pit:''' Whoa! It's Chrom!


:'''Viridi:''' He finally made it to the fight!
:'''Pit''': HAHAHAHA! Fighting...tips...PLEASE?!


:'''Palutena:''' He's the prince of the [[fireemblemwiki:Ylisse|Halidom of Ylisse]]... and the descendant of the Hero-King [[Marth]].
:'''Viridi''': Ugh. If you get caught in one of her combos, just...like...wiggle around or something.


:'''Pit:''' Marth's sword and Chrom's sword are both named [[Falchion]], right? The designs seem a bit different. Are they really the same sword?
==={{SSBU|Chrom}}===
:'''Pit''': Woah! It's Chrom!


:'''Palutena:''' The sword Chrom wields is Falchion, but Marth's sword is Exalted Falchion.
:'''Viridi''': He finally made it to the fight!


:'''Viridi:''' And Lucina's sword is Parallel Falchion.
:'''Palutena''': He's the prince of the Halidom of Ylisse... and the descendant of the Hero-King [[Marth]].


:'''Pit:''' {{rollover|Falchion|Fol-chin|y}}. {{rollover|Falchion|Fal-chi-on|y}}. That word makes no sense!
:'''Pit''': Marth's sword and Chrom's sword are both named [[Falchion]], right? The designs seem a bit different. Are they really the same sword?


:'''Palutena:''' Falchion can become the Exalted Falchion once the Fire Emblem brings out its true form.
:'''Palutena''': The sword Chrom wields is Falchion, but Marth's sword is Exalted Falchion.


:'''Pit:''' If Chrom can fight Marth using a weaker sword, Chrom must be stronger.
:'''Viridi''': And Lucina's sword is Parallel Falchion.


:'''Viridi:''' I wouldn't say that. I mean, [[Wario]] launches people with [[Wario Waft|farts]]. Pretty sure the style of weapon doesn't make a huge difference.
:'''Pit''': Falchion. Falchion. That word makes no sense!


Note: Viridi's line "He finally made it to the fight!" references Robin's Guidance in ''for Wii U'', where Viridi mocks Chrom for his absence as a fighter at the time. Palutena referring to Chrom's sword as simply "Falchion" (as opposed to Marth's Exalted Falchion and Lucina's Parallel Falchion) was originally "Sealed Sword Falchion" in the Japanese version, which is what Chrom's sword prior to its upgrade is called in ''Awakening''. The localization of ''Awakening'' changed it to simply Falchion, and ''Ultimate'' followed suit with this.
:'''Palutena''': Falchion can become the Exalted Falchion once the Fire Emblem brings out its true form.


:'''Pit''': If Chrom can fight Marth using a weaker sword, Chrom must be stronger.
:'''Viridi''': I wouldn't say that. I mean, [[Wario]] launches people with [[Wario Waft|farts]]. Pretty sure the style of weapon doesn't make a huge difference.
==={{SSBU|Cloud}}===
==={{SSBU|Cloud}}===
:'''Pit:''' Who's this handsome devil?
:'''Pit:''' Who's this handsome devil?
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:'''Viridi:''' Too bad you don't have any fire moves. He's like 50% hair spray.
:'''Viridi:''' Too bad you don't have any fire moves. He's like 50% hair spray.


:'''Palutena:''' And 50% [[Buster Sword]]. It's pretty impressive. Beware his [[Limit Charge]]. Once his gauge is full, he can unleash a devastating attack.
:'''Pit:''' And 50% [[Buster Sword]]. It's pretty impressive.
 
:'''Palutena:''' Beware his [[Limit Charge]]. Once his gauge is full, he can unleash a devastating attack.


:'''Viridi:''' One of his Limit Break moves is called [[Finishing Touch]]. It doesn't do much damage, but it can launch you off the stage in a split second!
:'''Viridi:''' One of his Limit Break moves is called [[Finishing Touch]]. It doesn't do much damage, but it can launch you off the stage in a split second!


:'''Pit:''' Now that I know Cloud's tricks, this one's in the bag! / Not a problem! We're playing [[Stamina mode]]!
:'''Pit:''' Not a problem! We're playing Stamina mode! Now that I know Cloud's tricks, this one's in the bag!


:'''Viridi:''' Don't let Cloud rain on your parade. Strategy is key!
:'''Viridi:''' Don't let Cloud rain on your parade. Strategy is key!
Note: Pit's last line will change depending on whether or not the player is currently in a Stamina match.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xr2zPiBZzXQ Cloud's guidance (Stamina)]</ref> Contrary to Palutena's claim, Cloud never made it into SOLDIER. However, this may be an attempt to conceal an important plot point in ''Final Fantasy VII''; Cloud believes he is a SOLDIER 1st Class at the beginning of the story, but it is later revealed that a traumatic incident caused him to inherit the memories of his friend Zack Fair, who was an actual SOLDIER 1st Class.


==={{SSBU|Corrin}}===
==={{SSBU|Corrin}}===
:'''Pit:''' For {{iw|fireemblemwiki|Nohr}}! For {{iw|fireemblemwiki|Hoshido}}! I make my own fate!
:'''Pit:''' For Nohr! For Hoshido! I make my own fate!


:'''Palutena:''' Sounds like someone finally finished all three paths.
:'''Palutena:''' Sounds like someone finally finished all three paths.


:'''Viridi:''' When you're fighting Corrin, watch out for [[Dragon Fang Shot|Dragon Fang]]. Corrin transforms into a dragon to attack. It's not pretty.
:'''Viridi:''' When you're fighting Corrin, watch out for Dragon Fang. Corrin transforms into a dragon to attack. It's not pretty.


:'''Palutena:''' Corrin has led a rough life. Having to make enemies of your family can't be easy...
:'''Palutena:''' Corrin has led a rough life. Having to make enemies of your family can't be easy...
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:'''Viridi:''' You're thinking about it too hard. The roots may be more important than the branches, but you need the branches to...uh...get the fruit. Or whatever.
:'''Viridi:''' You're thinking about it too hard. The roots may be more important than the branches, but you need the branches to...uh...get the fruit. Or whatever.
Note: The beginning of this Guidance directly breaks the fourth wall, referring to the three story paths of ''Fire Emblem Fates'': ''Birthright'', ''Conquest'', and ''Revelation''. All three exclamations are also quotes that Corrin can announce upon activating a critical hit or skill.


==={{SSBU|Daisy}}===
==={{SSBU|Daisy}}===
:'''Pit:''' Princess Peach?
:'''Pit''': Princess Peach?
 
:'''Palutena:''' Actually, that's Princess Daisy, princess of {{iw|mariowiki|Sarasaland}}. She was kidnapped by a space alien named {{iw|mariowiki|Tatanga}}, but Mario rescued her.
 
:'''Pit:''' Right. Kidnapped, then rescued by Mario. Princess Peach!


:'''Palutena:''' No, Daisy doesn't get kidnapped as often as Peach does.
:'''Palutena''': Actually, that's Princess Daisy, princess of {{s|mariowiki|Sarasaland}}. She was kidnapped by a space alien named {{s|mariowiki|Tatanga}}, but Mario rescued her.


:'''Pit:''' OK, I'm pickin' up what you're puttin' down. "Daisy" always gets kidnapped by "Tatanga". Wink!
:'''Pit''': Right. Kidnapped, then rescued by Mario. Princess Peach!


:'''Viridi:''' Look, Daisy is a totally different person from Peach! She's much more, like...energetic...and stuff. You know, she's a go-getter! Plus, her symbol is a daisy. Pretty cool to have a symbol that's also your name.
:'''Palutena''': No, Daisy doesn't get kidnapped as often as Peach does.


:'''Pit:''' Yeah, but have you ever seen Peach and Daisy in the same place at the same time?
:'''Pit''': OK, I'm pickin' up what you're puttin' down. "Daisy" always gets kidnapped by "Tatanga". Wink!


:'''Palutena:''' Pit, if you had a symbol, it would be in the shape of an armpit.
:'''Viridi''': Look, Daisy is a totally different person from Peach! She's much more, like...energetic...and stuff. You know, she's a go-getter! Plus, her symbol is a daisy. Pretty cool to have a symbol that's also your name.


Note: Pit mistaking Daisy for Peach may be referencing how Daisy's color palette was an alternate costume for Peach prior to ''Ultimate''. It may also reference how Daisy herself used to more closely resemble Peach in the ''Mario'' series prior to ''{{iw|mariowiki|Mario Party 4}}''.
:'''Pit''': Yeah, but have you ever seen Peach and Daisy in the same place at the same time?


Regional differences: In the Japanese version, Pit remarks that Tatanga does not kidnap Daisy as much as Bowser does; he also  becomes jealous of Daisy for having a symbol that is also her name, with Palutena replying that his symbol would be a "pitfall".
:'''Palutena''': Pit, if you had a symbol, it would be in the shape of an armpit.


==={{SSBU|Dark Samus}}===
==={{SSBU|Dark Samus}}===
:'''Palutena:''' Is that Dark Samus?!
:'''Palutena:''' Is that Dark Samus?!


:'''Pit:''' You know her?
:'''Pit:''' You know her?  


:'''Palutena:''' She's a being of pure Phazon created after Metroid Prime absorbed DNA from Samus's Phazon Suit.
:'''Palutena:''' She's a being of pure Phazon created after Metroid Prime absorbed DNA from Samus's Phazon Suit.


:'''Pit:''' No wonder she looks like Samus.
:'''Pit:''' No wonder she looks like Samus.  


:'''Viridi:''' Samus's suit and a Metroid combined? There's no way she isn't strong.
:'''Viridi:''' Samus's suit and a Metroid combined? There's no way she isn't strong.
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:'''Palutena:''' Dark Samus was defeated, but the power of Phazon brought her back. A sentient Phazon being with free will. Between Dark Samus and Ridley, Samus has no shortage of archenemies.
:'''Palutena:''' Dark Samus was defeated, but the power of Phazon brought her back. A sentient Phazon being with free will. Between Dark Samus and Ridley, Samus has no shortage of archenemies.
Note: Viridi's line about how "the monkeys never should have messed with the stuff", and how it "blew up in their faces" is misleading: she might be referring to the Galactic Federation (which is made up of humans, or "monkeys" as Viridi calls them) and their production of Phazon Enhancement Devices, but the non-human Space Pirates were actually the first to experiment with Phazon. The former's use of Phazon, however, did not have as negative an impact as the latter. Viridi could also be referring to the terminal corruption state experienced by the Federation-hired bounty hunters Rundas, Ghor, and Gandrayda due to overuse of their Phazon Enhancement Devices, a miscalculation the Federation failed to foresee, thus unknowingly putting their lives in danger.


==={{SSBU|Ganondorf}}===
==={{SSBU|Ganondorf}}===
:'''Pit:''' Ganondorf?! Oh man...
:'''Pit''': Ganondorf?! Oh man...


:'''Palutena:''' Ganon has taken many forms throughout the ages. This form of Ganondorf is known as the Great King of Evil. He's a Gerudo warlock. The Gerudo are a desert tribe consisting mostly of women, but once every 100 years, a man is born to the Gerudo. Ganondorf is said to be that man.
:'''Palutena''': Ganon has taken many forms throughout the ages. This form of Ganondorf is known as the Great King of Evil. He's a Gerudo warlock. The Gerudo are a desert tribe consisting mostly of women, but once every 100 years, a man is born to the Gerudo. Ganondorf is said to be that man.  


:'''Viridi:''' Really?! They get one man, and he turns out to be Ganondorf?! Ugh, talk about bad luck.
:'''Viridi''': Really?! They get one man, and he turns out to be Ganondorf?! Ugh, talk about bad luck.


:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, Ganon gets sealed away. Is resurrected. Rinse and repeat ad infinitum. The end.
:'''Palutena''': Anyway, Ganon gets sealed away. Is resurrected. Rinse and repeat ad infinitum. The end.  


:'''Pit:''' What?! There's more to it than that!
:'''Pit''': What?! There's more to it than that!


:'''Viridi:''' Link is said to be a different person in each incarnation, but some people think Ganondorf is the same person born over and over again.
:'''Viridi''': Link is said to be a different in each incarnation, but some people think Ganondorf is the same person born over and over again.  


:'''Pit:''' The ultimate evil that can't be killed. No wonder he's called the Calamity.
:'''Pit''': The ultimate evil that can't be killed. No wonder he's called the Calamity.  


:'''Palutena:''' As a fighter, Ganondorf is an aggressive heavyweight. He hits hard, so if you see him winding up, get out of the way and counterattack.
:'''Palutena''': As a fighter, Ganondorf is an aggressive heavyweight. He hits hard, so if you see him winding up, get out of the way and counterattack.
 
Note: Though Ganondorf's appearance in ''Ultimate'' is based on his incarnation in ''Ocarina of Time'', Pit calls him "the Calamity, the ultimate evil that can't be killed". This refers to {{iw|zeldawiki|Calamity Ganon}}, a primal form of Ganondorf which acts as the main antagonistic force in ''{{iw|zeldawiki|The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild}}'', who can only be sealed away with the divine power of the Goddess.


==={{SSBU|Ice Climbers}}===
==={{SSBU|Ice Climbers}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' In any case, when fighting the Ice Climbers, defeat Nana first to isolate Popo. Try to separate them!
:'''Palutena:''' In any case, when fighting the Ice Climbers, defeat Nana first to isolate Popo. Try to separate them!


Notes:
Note: Pit's comment on the Ice Climbers being "kicked out of ''Smash'' for illegal teaming" is likely a reference to their exclusion from ''Super Smash Bros. 4'', as the 3DS version could not handle the mechanics of the two-in-one fighter.
*Pit's comment on the Ice Climbers being "kicked out of ''Smash'' for illegal teaming" is likely a reference to their exclusion from ''Super Smash Bros. 4'', due to technical limitations on the 3DS that it could not handle the mechanics of the two-in-one fighter.
*Palutena's final line assumes that the Ice Climbers are using their default costume, where Popo leads and Nana follows; however, some alternate costumes can reverse this, making Nana the leader and rendering her advice inaccurate. However, it is common for players to address the partner climber as "Nana" regardless of costume for simplicity's sake.


==={{SSBU|Ike}}===
==={{SSBU|Ike}}===
:'''Pit:''' It's Ike!
:'''Pit:''' It's Ike!


:'''Viridi:''' There are two versions of Ike. The Path of Radiance version and the Radiant Dawn version.
:'''Palutena:''' There are two versions of Ike. The Path of Radiance version and the Radiant Dawn version.


:'''Pit:''' Dawn? Radiance?
:'''Pit:''' Dawn? Radiance?


:'''Viridi:''' He's basically either a mercenary or a hero.
:'''Palutena:''' He's basically either a mercenary or a hero. The two versions of Ike may look and sound a bit different, but his strength doesn't change at all.
 
:'''Palutena:''' The two versions of Ike may look and sound a bit different, but his strength doesn't change at all.
 
:'''Viridi:''' But one of them is three years older than the other. Shouldn't the older one be stronger?
 
:'''Palutena:''' Yeah, you'd think the older one would have three more years of training under his belt.


:'''Pit:''' Maybe he skipped three years of arm days.
:'''Pit:''' But one of them is three years older than the other. Shouldn't the older one be stronger?


:'''Palutena:''' I somehow doubt that. Have you seen the way he swings that sword? One blow from that sword can do more damage than two of yours, Pit. Be careful.
:'''Viridi:''' Yeah, you'd think the older one would have three more years of training under his belt. Maybe he skipped three years of arm days.


Regional differences: Viridi's reference to Ike as a "mercenary" was "{{iw|fireemblem|ranger|Path of Radiance}}" in the Japanese version, which was Ike's base class in ''Path of Radiance'' ({{iw|fireemblem|Hero}} being Ike's base class in ''Radiant Dawn''). {{iw|fireemblem|Mercenary}} is a similar class in most other ''Fire Emblem'' games that usually promotes to Hero, but does not exist in ''Path of Radiance'' or ''Radiant Dawn''.
:'''Pit:''' I somehow doubt that. Have you seen the way he swings that sword?


==={{SSBU|Incineroar}}===
==={{SSBU|Incineroar}}===
:'''Pit:''' Ha! That tiger's on fire!
:'''Pit''': Ha! That tiger's on fire!


:'''Palutena:''' How astute of you, Pit. That's Incineroar. Before it evolved into this form, it was a cute little {{iw|bulbapedia|Litten|Pokémon}}. Incineroar is unpredictable, self-centered, and rambunctious. Although it's supposedly great with children.
:'''Palutena''': How astute of you, Pit. That's Incineroar. Before it evolved into this form, it was a cute little {{iw|bulbapedia|Litten|Pokémon}}. Incineroar is unpredictable, self-centered, and rambunctious. Although it's supposedly great with children.


:'''Viridi:''' It specializes in wrestling moves. Brute force is its M.O., but it's no slouch in the technical department either.
:'''Viridi''': It specializes in wrestling moves. Brute force is its M.O., but it's no slouch in the technical department either.


:'''Palutena:''' Incineroar is also a performer at heart, so when it lands a big attack, it likes to show off for the crowd.
:'''Palutena''': Incineroar is also a performer at heart, so when it lands a big attack, it likes to show off for the crowd.


:'''Pit:''' Now that you mention it, I do hear crowd cheers sometimes. It's almost like an [[Crowd|audience]] is watching us fight.
:'''Pit''': Now that you mention it, I do hear crowd cheers sometimes. It's almost like an [[Crowd|audience]] is watching us fight.


:'''Palutena:''' Incineroar has an attack called [[Revenge]] that feels like it was inspired by pro wrestling. If Incineroar takes damage while Revenge is active, its body ignites, and its attacks become more powerful!
:'''Palutena''': Incineroar has an attack called [[Revenge]] that feels like it was inspired by pro wrestling. If Incineroar takes damage while Revenge is active, its body ignites, and its attacks become more powerful!


:'''Pit:''' If that happens, I'll just let everyone else fight Incineroar until it wears off. Then I'll swoop in and steal the KO!
:'''Pit''': If that happens, I'll just let everyone else fight Incineroar until it wears off. Then I'll swoop in and steal the KO!


:'''Viridi:''' Sure, if you wanna be THAT guy. Might as well [[Edgeguarding|edge guard]] while you're at it.
:'''Viridi''': Sure, if you wanna be THAT guy. Might as well [[Edgeguarding|edge guard]] while you're at it.


Note: Pit's enunciation of the first line emulates that of a wrestling announcer. While Pit says "That tiger's on fire!", the in-game text erroneously says '''"That'''{{'}}s tiger's on fire!"
Note: While Pit says 'That tiger's on fire!', the in-game text erroneously says ''''That's''' tiger's on fire!'
 
Regional difference: In the Japanese version, Viridi's last line instead has her saying she "wonder[s] what happens if [Incineroar] fights with {{SSBU|Little Mac}}", possibly referencing [[List of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate character trailers#Ken and Incineroar|its reveal trailer]].


==={{SSBU|Inkling}}===
==={{SSBU|Inkling}}===
:'''Pit:''' Uh, are you guys seeing this? This girl/guy can transform herself/himself into an octopus!
:'''Pit:''' Uh, are you guys seeing this? This girl (♀)/guy (♂) can transform herself (♀)/himself (♂) into an octopus!


:'''Palutena:''' A squid, actually. This curious lifeform is an Inkling. They're squids who evolved to shapeshift into human form.
:'''Palutena:''' A squid, actually. This curious lifeform is an Inkling. They're squids who evolved to shapeshift into human form.
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:'''Palutena:''' Focus, Pit. If an Inkling hits you with an ink attack, you'll take extra damage until the ink evaporates. However, Inklings can't use ink attacks if their Ink Tank is empty. That's the time to strike!
:'''Palutena:''' Focus, Pit. If an Inkling hits you with an ink attack, you'll take extra damage until the ink evaporates. However, Inklings can't use ink attacks if their Ink Tank is empty. That's the time to strike!


Note: "BOOYAH" is one of the {{iw|inkipedia|signal}}s usable by Inklings to call out to teammates, and a popular phrase within the ''Splatoon'' fanbase.
==={{SSBU|Isabelle}}===


==={{SSBU|Isabelle}}===
:'''Pit''': That poor dog looks lost! I'll check its collar.  
:'''Pit:''' That poor dog looks lost! I'll check its collar.


:'''Palutena:''' That's Isabelle! She has bells on her head. That's why she Isabelle! Her day job is assistant to [[Villager|the mayor]] of some town. I hear she's the town's hardest worker. She's also cute, courageous, and modest, which is why everyone loves her!
:'''Palutena''': That's Isabelle! She has bells on her head. That's why she Isabelle! Her day job is assistant to the mayor of some town. I hear she's the town's hardest worker. She's also cute, courageous, and modest, which is why everyone loves her!


:'''Viridi:''' Hmph. She's overrated if you ask me.
:'''Viridi''': Hmph. She's overrated if you ask me.


:'''Pit:''' No. One. Did. If Isabelle has so much going for her, why is she fighting in Smash?
:'''Pit''': No. One. Did. If Isabelle has so much going for her, why is she fighting in Smash?  


:'''Palutena:''' Yeah, it seems like a weird choice. Maybe she just wants to get some exercise.
:'''Palutena''': Yeah, it seems like a weird choice. Maybe she just wants to get some exercise.  


:'''Pit:''' There's gotta be less violent ways to get your blood pumping.
:'''Pit''': There's gotta be less violent ways to get your blood pumping.  


:'''Palutena:''' She's from the same town as Villager, so their moves are somewhat alike. She's just full of surprises, though. Be extra careful of her [[Fishing Rod]]. She'll reel you in like a fish.
:'''Palutena''': She's from the same town as Villager, so their moves are somewhat alike. She's just full of surprises, though. Be extra careful of her Fishing Rod. She'll reel you in like a fish.


Note: When Palutena introduces Isabelle, she says  "'''she Isabelle'''" rather than "'''she's Isabelle'''", making a pun on her name ('she is a Bell'). In Japanese, the joke is instead related to the fact that she is a {{iw|wikipedia|Shih Tzu}}; "{{ja|シーズー犬だから、しずえ。|Shīzū ken dakara, Shizue.}}"
Note: Palutena refers to Isabelle as "'''she Isabelle'''" rather than "'''she's Isabelle'''". This is most likely a pun to '''she is a bell''' due to the fact that she wears bells on her head.


==={{SSBU|Ken}}===
==={{SSBU|Ken}}===
:'''Pit:''' Whoa! It's Ken!
:'''Pit''': Whoa! It's Ken!


:'''Palutena:''' He's the son of the Masters family and a U.S. martial arts tournament champion.
:'''Palutena''': He's the son of the Masters family and a U.S. martial arts tournament champion.


:'''Pit:''' I heard he's filthy rich!
:'''Pit''': I heard he's filthy rich!


:'''Palutena:''' Really, Pit?
:'''Palutena''': Really, Pit?


:'''Viridi:''' Sounds like someone needs to up their angel's allowance.
:'''Viridi''': Sounds like someone needs to up their angel's allowance.


:'''Palutena:''' Back to Ken—he's energetic, cheerful, and boisterous. Pretty much the opposite of Ryu, who has a much more serious personality.
:'''Palutena''': Back to Ken—he's energetic, cheerful, and boisterous. Pretty much the opposite of Ryu, who has a much more serious personality.


:'''Pit:''' Uh... Why are their attacks so similar then?
:'''Pit''': Uh... Why are their attacks so similar then?


:'''Palutena:''' Ken and Ryu are friends that trained together in the same fighting style. It's a martial art close to Karate that originates from Ansatsuken. They're known to use Hado as well.
:'''Palutena''': Ken and Ryu are friends that trained together in the same fighting style. It's a martial art close to Karate that originates from Ansatsuken. They're known to use Hado as well.


:'''Pit:''' You know, Ken doesn't seem like such a bad guy.
:'''Pit''': You know, Ken doesn't seem like such a bad guy.


:'''Palutena:''' Let's just hope he doesn't give in to the Dark Hado. OK, gossip time! Did you know Ken's wife Eliza is also Julia's sister, and Julia is married to [[Guile]]?
:'''Palutena''': Let's just hope he doesn't give in to the Dark Hado. OK, gossip time! Did you know Ken's wife Eliza is also Julia's sister, and Julia is married to [[Guile]]?


:'''Pit:''' What?! So Ken is Guile's brother-in-law?!
:'''Pit''': What?! So Ken is Guile's brother-in-law?!
 
Note: Contrary to Palutena's statement, Ken has never possessed the Satsui no Hado. She may be referring to his brainwashed transformation known as Violent Ken, which actually uses M. Bison's Psycho Power instead of the Satsui no Hado. However, she may also simply be referring to the energy Ryu and Ken use for their [[Hadoken]] and by Ken to imbue his [[Shoryuken]] and [[Shinryuken]] with flames. This may be a case of direct usage of the Japanese word ''hadō'' (波動), which is also used to describe [[Lucario]]'s [[Aura]] ability and attacks. Ryu and Ken's special moves lack the Aura property, however.


==={{SSBU|King K. Rool}}===
==={{SSBU|King K. Rool}}===
:'''Pit:''' Who's this guy? Talk about your super heavyweight!
:'''Pit''': Who's this guy? Talk about your super heavyweight!


:'''Palutena:''' That's the leader of the {{iw|mariowiki|Kremlings}}, King K. Rool.
:'''Palutena''': That's the leader of the {{s|mariowiki|Kremlings}}, King K. Rool.


:'''Pit:''' Kremlings?
:'''Pit''': Kremlings?


:'''Palutena:''' A race of crocodile people.
:'''Palutena''': A race of crocodile people.


:'''Viridi:''' I hear they like bananas. Blech...
:'''Viridi''': I hear they like bananas. Blech...


:'''Pit:''' But I thought Donkey Kong was the one who liked bananas.
:'''Pit''': But I thought Donkey Kong was the one who liked bananas.


:'''Viridi:''' I'm pretty sure all mouth-breathing knuckle-draggers like bananas. They're like the litmus test for idiocy.
:'''Viridi''': I'm pretty sure all mouth-breathing knuckle-draggers like bananas. They're like the litmus test for idiocy.


:'''Pit:''' I don't know what that means, but I LOVE BANANAS!
:'''Pit''': I don't know what that means, but I LOVE BANANAS!


:'''Viridi:''' The prosecution rests!
:'''Viridi''': The prosecution rests!


:'''Palutena:''' Back to the fight at hand, some attacks will fail to penetrate King K. Rool's large, leathery belly. You might want to consider incorporating more grabs into your battle strategy.
:'''Palutena''': Back to the fight at hand, some attacks will fail to penetrate King K. Rool's large, leathery belly. You might want to consider incorporating more grabs into your battle strategy.


Note: According to Leigh Loveday (writer of the ''Donkey Kong Country'' series) on Rareware.com's former "scribes" column, K. Rool's motivation for stealing the banana hoard is either that he wants Donkey Kong to starve to death so that he can occupy his "cosy treehouse pad," or perhaps that he simply likes bananas.<ref>http://web.archive.org/web/20020805184158/rareware.com/the_site/talk_to_us/scribes/aug25_99/aug25_99.html</ref> The latter explanation is supported in the ''Donkey Kong Country'' manual, which states the Kremlings coveted the Bananas for their nutritional value, and contradicted in ''{{iw|mariowiki|DK: Jungle Climber}}'' where K. Rool states that he despises bananas.
Note: According to Leigh Loveday (writer of the ''Donkey Kong Country'' series) on Rareware.com's former "scribes" column, K. Rool's motivation for stealing the banana hoard is either that he wants Donkey Kong to starve to death so that he can occupy his "cosy treehouse pad," or perhaps that he simply likes bananas.<ref>http://web.archive.org/web/20020805184158/rareware.com/the_site/talk_to_us/scribes/aug25_99/aug25_99.html</ref> The latter explanation is supported in the ''Donkey Kong Country'' manual which states the Kremlings coveted the Bananas for their nutritional value, and contradicted in ''{{s|mariowiki|DK: Jungle Climber}}'' where K. Rool states that he despises bananas.
 
Regional differences: In the Japanese version, Pit thinks that the tropics sound nice because there are a lot of foods (in the place of his replies that he likes bananas), which leads Viridi to comment on his simple-mindedness.


==={{SSBU|Link}}===
==={{SSBU|Link}}===
:'''Pit:''' I can't put my finger on it, but Link seems...different somehow.
:'''Pit''': I can't put my finger on it, but Link seems...different somehow.


:'''Palutena:''' Well, this Link is technically a different person from the Link you fought before. This incarnation is known as the Hero of the Wild. He was once Hyrule's Champion, but he fell into a 100-year slumber after using all his strength to fight the Calamity.
:'''Palutena''': Well, this Link is technically a different person from the Link you fought before. This incarnation is known as the Hero of the Wild. He was once Hyrule's Champion, but he fell into a 100-year slumber after using all his strength to fight the Calamity.


:'''Pit:''' 100 years might not be a long time to a goddess like you, Lady Palutena, but that's more than enough time for an entire world to change!
:'''Pit''': 100 years might not be a long time to a goddess like you, Lady Palutena, but that's more than enough time for an entire world to change!


:'''Palutena:''' You're right, Pit. When Link woke from the slumber of restoration, not only was his world unrecognizable, he also lost his memory!
:'''Palutena''': You're right, Pit. When Link woke from the slumber of restoration, not only was his world unrecognizable, he also lost his memory!


:'''Pit:''' I can't even imagine what that would be like. Lady Palutena, isn't there something the gods can do to help him restore his memory?
:'''Pit''': I can't even imagine what that would be like. Lady Palutena, isn't there something the gods can do to help him restore his memory?


:'''Palutena:''' Meddling in the affairs of another world is never a good idea. Although I do like Link, and his swordsmanship is quite impressive. The Master Sword, also known as the sword that seals the darkness, reveals its true strength in the presence of the Calamity.
:'''Palutena''': Meddling in the affairs of another world is never a good idea. Although I do like Link, and his swordsmanship is quite impressive. The Master Sword, also known as the sword that seals the darkness, reveals its true strength in the presence of the Calamity.


:'''Pit:''' Cool! Does that mean it's OP against Ganondorf?
:'''Pit''': Cool! Does that mean it's OP against Ganondorf?


:'''Palutena:''' No, Ganondorf is from a different game. You should really do more research before you jump into a fight. If you expect to win, you need to know your opponent's backstory and abilities. Link has a lot of different weapons at his disposal.
:'''Palutena''': No, Ganondorf is from a different game. You should really do more research before you jump into a fight. If you expect to win, you need to know your opponent's backstory and abilities. Link has a lot of different weapons at his disposal.
 
Note: "OP" is a common slang word in gaming that means "overpowered". In this case, the Master Sword powers up in the presence of Calamity Ganon in ''Breath of the Wild''. However, Palutena notes that ''Ultimate''{{'}}s Ganondorf is from a different game (''Ocarina of Time''), and thus this mechanic would not work. Regardless, Ganondorf's weakness to the Master Sword is a common story mechanic, and traditionally deals the final blow to Ganondorf throughout the ''Legend of Zelda'' series.


==={{SSBU|Lucas}}===
==={{SSBU|Lucas}}===
:'''Pit:''' Who's the little guy?
:'''Pit:''' Who's the little guy?


:'''Palutena:''' That's Lucas. He's from {{iw|wikibound|Tazmily Village}}. Just like [[Ness]], he uses PSI. He might be the most introverted opponent you've ever fought.
:'''Palutena:''' That's Lucas. He's from Tazmily Village. Just like Ness, he uses PSI. He might be the most introverted opponent you've ever fought. He's been through a lot. Things you couldn't imagine. Maybe fighting is how he copes with his feelings.
 
:'''Pit:''' If he's so shy, why is he fighting?
 
:'''Palutena:''' He's been through a lot. Things you couldn't imagine. Maybe fighting is how he copes with his feelings.


:'''Pit:''' Aw, man. Now I feel bad for him.
:'''Pit:''' Aw, man. Now I feel bad for him.
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:'''Palutena:''' Me too. Maybe you shouldn't fight him.
:'''Palutena:''' Me too. Maybe you shouldn't fight him.


:'''Viridi:''' SHOW NO MERCY! [[Star KO|Launch this crybaby to the stars]]!
:'''Viridi:''' SHOW NO MERCY! Launch this crybaby to the stars!


:'''Palutena:''' Or that... Just remember — Lucas's attacks are a bit different from Ness's. Don't expect to be able to fight both of them the exact same way.
:'''Palutena:''' Or that... Just remember — Lucas's attacks are a bit different from Ness's. Don't expect to be able to fight both of them the exact same way.
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:'''Pit:''' That's Mewtwo, right?
:'''Pit:''' That's Mewtwo, right?


:'''Palutena:''' National Pokédex number 150. Mewtwo is a legendary Pokémon that was created by resequencing [[Mew]]'s genes.
:'''Palutena:''' National Pokédex number 150. Mewtwo is a legendary Pokémon that was created by resequencing Mew's genes.


:'''Viridi:''' I WILL NEVER FORGIVE THESE HUMANS!
:'''Viridi:''' I WILL NEVER FORGIVE THESE HUMANS!
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:'''Pit:''' Grow a heart, Viridi! It didn't choose to be a freak of nature.
:'''Pit:''' Grow a heart, Viridi! It didn't choose to be a freak of nature.


:'''Palutena:''' Feel sorry for it all you want, Pit, but don't underestimate it. Mewtwo's [[Confusion]] move can both flip opponents and reflect projectiles.
:'''Palutena:''' Feel sorry for it all you want, Pit, but don't underestimate it. Mewtwo's Confusion move can both flip opponents and reflect projectiles.


==={{SSBU|Mii Gunner}}===
==={{SSBU|Pichu}}===
:'''Pit:''' That gear looks like it belongs to Mega Man.
:'''Viridi:''' Awwwww! It's a baby Pikachu!
 
:'''Palutena:''' Or maybe Samus.
 
:'''Viridi:''' Wrong and wrong. That's a Mii Gunner.
 
:'''Pit:''' Huh.
 
:'''Viridi:''' How do Mii Gunners choose which type of ammo to shoot?
 
:'''Palutena:''' There's a motion-controlled trigger in the arm cannon.
 
:'''Pit:''' So the stance they take when firing tells me where they're aiming.
 
:'''Viridi:''' Motion control... That's downright REVOLUTIONARY! We should patent that.
 
:'''Palutena:''' Hmph. Sounds like the goddess of nature has turned into the goddess of commerce.
 
Note: Though the dialogue was originally unchanged, due to the Mii Gunner's redesigned outfit, the two references to backpacks were later removed in [[List of updates (SSBU)#1.2.0|update 1.2.0]].
 
==={{SSBU|Pichu}}===
:'''Pit:''' Awwwww! It's a baby [[Pikachu]]!


:'''Palutena:''' That's Pichu. It's the form before it evolves into Pikachu. Pichu is still learning to harness its electrical power, so it takes damage whenever it uses electricity.
:'''Palutena:''' That's Pichu. It's the form before it evolves into Pikachu. Pichu is still learning to harness its electrical power, so it takes damage whenever it uses electricity.
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:'''Palutena:''' Don't make me smite you.
:'''Palutena:''' Don't make me smite you.


==={{SSBU|Piranha Plant}}===
==={{SSBU|Pokémon Trainer}}===
:'''Pit:''' Is that a...Piranha Plant?!
:'''Pit:''' That little twerp is bossing those Pokémon around!


:'''Palutena:''' Not so loud. She'll hear you!
:'''Palutena:''' That's the Pokémon Trainer. Looks like you'll be fighting Squirtle, Ivysaur, and Charizard today.


:'''Viridi:''' Did someone say Piranha Plant?
:'''Pit:''' All the original starters? This fighter is a fan of the classics! Do you think Pokémon get claustrophobic being trapped in those little balls?


:'''Pit:''' Oh no.
:'''Palutena:''' I hear [[Poké Ball]]s are much bigger on the inside.


:'''Viridi:''' I wrote my thesis on Piranha Plants! There are just so many species! You got your basic Piranha Plants, your {{iw|mariowiki|Fire Piranha Plant}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Ptooie}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Nipper Plant}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Nipper Spore}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Muncher}}s, [[mariowiki:Jumping Piranha Plant|Jumping Piranhas]], {{iw|mariowiki|Wild Ptooie Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Propeller Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Naval Piranha}}s, [[mariowiki:Chewy|Chewies]], {{iw|mariowiki|Megasmilax}}, {{iw|mariowiki|Piranha Pest}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Piranha Sprout}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Frost Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Putrid Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Proto Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Piranhabon}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Piranha Bean}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Mom Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Small Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Elasto-Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Piranha Planet}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Bungee Piranha}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Big Bungee Piranha}}s, [[mariowiki:Polterpiranha|Ghost]]s, {{iw|mariowiki|Nipper Dandelion}}s, [[mariowiki:Spiny Piranha Plant|Spiny Piranha]]s, {{iw|mariowiki|Dino Piranha}}s, [[mariowiki:Fire Stalking Piranha Plant|Fire Stalking Piranha]]s, {{iw|mariowiki|Piranha Plorp}}s, [[mariowiki:River Piranha Plant|River Piranha]]s, [[mariowiki:Big Piranha Plant|Big Piranha]]s, [[mariowiki:Stalking Piranha Plant|Stalking Piranhas]], {{iw|mariowiki|Big Fire Piranha}}s, [[mariowiki:Prickly Piranha Plant|Prickly Piranhas]], {{iw|mariowiki|Peewee Piranha}}s, [[mariowiki:Inky Piranha Plant|Inky Piranha]]s, [[mariowiki:Gold Piranha Plant|Gold Piranha]]s, [[mariowiki:Bone Piranha Plant|Bone Piranhas]], [[mariowiki:Big Bone Piranha Plant|Big Bone Piranhas]], {{iw|mariowiki|Piranha Pod}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Piranha Creeper}}s, {{iw|mariowiki|Nipper Spore Patch}}es, [[mariowiki:Paper Fire Piranha Plant|Paper Fire Piranha]]s, [[mariowiki:Poison Piranha Plant|Poison Piranha]]s, [[mariowiki:Big Poison Piranha Plant|Big Poison Piranha]]s, [[mariowiki:Piranha Plant#Super Mario Land|Upside-Down Piranha]]s, [[Petey Piranha]], {{iw|mariowiki|Paper Petey Piranha}}, {{iw|mariowiki|Petea Piranha}}-
:'''Viridi:''' But what about the weak Pokémon who get left in their balls and forgotten? I mean, everyone has, like, hundreds of them in their Box.


:'''Pit:''' Whoa!
:'''Pit:''' Huh... I never thought about— PikaPit! NOOOOOOOO!


:'''Viridi:''' I haven't even started on all the minor variations!
:'''Palutena:''' Now, Pit, I'm sure those abandoned Pokémon are all playing together at a farm upstate. Anyway, commanding three Pokémon is really tricky. Pay attention to the trainer's patterns and tendencies, and find a way to exploit them.


:'''Palutena:''' Enough, Viridi! I never want to hear the word "piranha" ever again.
Note: Pit calling the Pokémon Trainer a "twerp" is most likely a reference to how [[bulbapedia:Team Rocket trio|Team Rocket]] refers to Ash and his friends in the ''Pokémon'' anime.


:'''Pit:''' I guess that means I'm not getting any fighting tips. Thanks, Viridi.
====Squirtle====
:'''Pit:''' Is that a Squirtle?


Note: When Viridi starts naming off the different species of Piranha Plants, her dialogue humorously speeds up. Her list is the single longest line of dialogue in any Palutena's Guidance conversation.
:'''Palutena:''' The Tiny Turtle Pokémon.


Regional differences: The entire conversation is heavily altered in the Japanese version. Palutena expresses surprise that Piranha Plant is a fighter (instead of warning Pit about Viridi); Viridi mentions [[mariowiki:Piranha Plant (Pit of 100 Trials)|a powerful Piranha Plant variant]] from ''{{iw|mariowiki|Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door}}'' (Killer Pakkun) and {{iw|mariowiki|Fire Nipper Plant}} in her list, while the generic Piranha Plant is moved to middle of the list rather than the beginning; lastly, Palutena asks Pit, "how many times was Pakkun (Piranha) said during this conversation?", to Pit's disbelief (rather than both of them getting annoyed at Viridi).
:'''Pit:''' Mmm... I have a sudden craving for tiny turtle stew.


==={{SSBU|Pokémon Trainer}}===
:'''Viridi:''' What is wrong with you? Squirtle is one of the first Pokémon you can get! And this time around, Squirtle has more water moves in its arsenal.
Note: Whether this conversation or a conversation that applies to the Pokémon themselves comes up when the taunt is triggered is chosen depending on the Pokémon that is present: if the current Pokémon is the one that was first sent out at the start of the match (which can be chosen when picking Pokémon Trainer), the conversation will revolve around the Pokémon Trainer. If the current Pokémon ''isn't'' the first one (for example, Ivysaur or Charizard if Squirtle was chosen first via switching Pokémon or if the current Pokémon is KO'd), then the conversation will revolve around that Pokémon. (This is not the case in [[Training Mode]], where whether the conversation is about the Trainer or the Pokémon appears to be chosen randomly.)


:'''Pit:''' That little twerp is bossing those Pokémon around!
:'''Pit:''' Getting a little wet doesn't bother me!  
 
:'''Palutena:''' That's the Pokémon Trainer. Looks like you'll be fighting Squirtle, Ivysaur, and Charizard today.
 
:'''Viridi:''' All the original starters? This fighter is a fan of the classics!
 
:'''Pit:''' Do you think Pokémon get claustrophobic being trapped in those little balls?
 
:'''Palutena:''' I hear [[Poké Ball]]s are much bigger on the inside.
 
:'''Viridi:''' But what about the weak Pokémon who get left in their balls and forgotten? I mean, everyone has, like, hundreds of them in their [[bulbapedia:Pokémon Storage System|Box]].
 
:'''Pit:''' Huh... I never thought about— PikaPit! NOOOOOOOO!
 
:'''Palutena:''' Now, Pit, I'm sure those abandoned Pokémon are all playing together at a farm upstate.
 
:'''Viridi:''' Anyway, commanding three Pokémon is really tricky. Pay attention to the trainer's patterns and tendencies, and find a way to exploit them.
 
Note: Pit calling the Pokémon Trainer a "{{iw|bulbapedia|twerp}}" is most likely a reference to how [[bulbapedia:Team Rocket trio|Team Rocket]] refers to [[bulbapedia:Ash Ketchum|Ash]] and his friends in the [[bulbapedia:Pokémon_anime|''Pokémon'' anime]]. Palutena's somewhat morbid reference to the Pokémon playing together at a "{{iw|wiktionary|farm upstate}}" is a common phrase used to delicately tell children that their animal has passed away or had to be put down. On a lighter note, the "farm" Palutena mentions could be instead referring to ''{{iw|bulbapedia|My Pokémon Ranch}}'', or even the {{iw|bulbapedia|Poké Pelago}}, although the pelago is not really a "farm". "PikaPit" is a reference to the ability to name captured Pokémon.
 
===={{SSBU|Squirtle}}====
:'''Pit:''' Is that a Squirtle?
 
:'''Palutena:''' The Tiny Turtle Pokémon.
 
:'''Viridi:''' Mmm... I have a sudden craving for tiny turtle stew.
 
:'''Pit:''' What is wrong with you?
 
:'''Palutena:''' Squirtle is one of the first Pokémon you can get! And this time around, Squirtle has more water moves in its arsenal.
 
:'''Pit:''' Getting a little wet doesn't bother me!


:'''Palutena:''' Don't underestimate water, Pit. With enough force and precision, it becomes a blade that can cut through anything.
:'''Palutena:''' Don't underestimate water, Pit. With enough force and precision, it becomes a blade that can cut through anything.
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:'''Palutena:''' When Squirtle charges at you with its shell, guard, and then counterattack when it's up in the air.
:'''Palutena:''' When Squirtle charges at you with its shell, guard, and then counterattack when it's up in the air.


===={{SSBU|Ivysaur}}====
====Ivysaur====
:'''Pit:''' That's {{iw|bulbapedia|Bulbasaur|Pokémon}}! ...Or is it [[Venusaur]]?
:'''Pit:''' That's Bulbasaur! ...Or is it [[Venusaur]]?


:'''Viridi:''' It's Ivysaur. The Pokémon's form before it evolves into Venusaur.
:'''Viridi:''' It's Ivysaur. The Pokémon's form before it evolves into Venusaur.
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==={{SSBU|Richter}}===
==={{SSBU|Richter}}===
:'''Pit:''' Um... Who's this guy with the chain whip?
:'''Pit''': Um... Who's this guy with the chain whip?


:'''Palutena:''' That would be Richter Belmont.
:'''Palutena''': That would be Richter Belmont.


:'''[[Alucard]]:''' Pardon the interruption.
:'''[[Alucard]]''': Pardon the interruption.


:'''Pit:''' GAH! Don't sneak up on us like that!
:'''Pit''': GAH! Don't sneak up on us like that!  


:'''Palutena:''' Ahh, Alucard. Hello! Pit, meet Alucard. He's the son of Count [[Dracula]].
:'''Palutena''': Ahh, Alucard. Hello! Pit, meet Alucard. He's the son of Count Dracula.


:'''Pit:''' Dracula's your dad?! That's so cool! Hey, do you have fangs? Are they sharp?
:'''Pit''': Dracula's your dad?! That's so cool! Hey, do you have fangs? Are they sharp?


:'''Viridi:''' Pit! That's pretty personal. And do you really want to bring up blood-sucking fangs?
:'''Viridi''': Pit! That's pretty personal. And do you really want to bring up blood-sucking fangs?


:'''Pit:''' What are you... Oh no! You're not here to suck my blood, are you? I need it!
:'''Pit''': What are you... Oh no! You're not here to suck my blood, are you? I need it!


:'''Alucard:''' No, I don't like the taste. And my mother taught me not to cause suffering. My father chose another path, and so I've sworn to stop him. Richter here is the descendant of a man who shared my burden. He has a strong sense of justice and is an honest man. But that in turn makes him easy to manipulate. He was once cursed by the dark priest Shaft who used him as a puppet to control Dracula's Castle.
:'''Alucard''': No, I don't like the taste. And my mother taught me not to cause suffering. My father chose another path, and so I've sworn to stop him. Richter here is the descendant of a man who shared my burden. He has a strong sense of justice and is an honest man. But that in turn makes him easy to manipulate. He was once cursed by the dark priest Shaft who used him as a puppet to control Dracula's Castle.


:'''Pit:''' So you're saying he's kind of...uh...simple?
:'''Pit''': So you're saying he's kind of...uh...simple?


:'''Viridi:''' Don't throw stones if you live in a glass house, Pit. I very much doubt that YOU could effectively run a castle.
:'''Viridi''': Don't throw stones if you live in a glass house, Pit. I very much doubt that YOU could effectively run a castle.


:'''Alucard:''' In any case, Richter is a formidable opponent. Underestimating him would be your undoing.
:'''Alucard''': In any case, Richter is a formidable opponent. Underestimating him would be your undoing.


:'''Palutena:''' Alucard, do you also intend to participate?
:'''Palutena''': Alucard, do you also intend to participate?


:'''Alucard:''' I am merely here to [[Assist Trophy|assist]] Richter...and anyone else who calls upon me.
:'''Alucard''': I am merely here to assist Richter...and anyone else who calls upon me.
 
Regional difference: In the Japanese version, Pit refers to Alucard as "one of the big guys of the industry" in place of mentioning Alucard's fangs, with Viridi asking about what "industry" Pit is referring to. Pit also asks Alucard if he is "hostile towards [Dracula]" (instead of bloodsucking).


==={{SSBU|Ridley}}===
==={{SSBU|Ridley}}===
:'''Pit:''' RIDLEY CONFIRMED!
:'''Pit''': RIDLEY CONFIRMED!


:'''Palutena:''' Uh, yes, that's Ridley. Samus's archnemesis.
:'''Palutena''': Uh, yes, that's Ridley. Samus's archnemesis.


:'''Pit:''' I never thought I'd have to fight an alien space dragon in Smash...
:'''Pit''': I never thought I'd have to fight an alien space dragon in Smash...


:'''Viridi:''' Kirby's a space alien too, ya know! Jury's still out on him being a dragon, though.
:'''Viridi''': Kirby's a space alien too, ya know! Jury's still out on him being a dragon, though.


:'''Palutena:''' Ridley may look like a mindless killing machine, but he's exceedingly intelligent. He's also the leader of the ruthless Space Pirates.
:'''Palutena''': Ridley may look like a mindless killing machine, but he's exceedingly intelligent. He's also the leader of the ruthless Space Pirates.


:'''Pit:''' So what's the story behind him and Samus?
:'''Pit''': So what's the story behind him and Samus?


:'''Palutena:''' Ridley killed Samus's parents when she was young.
:'''Palutena''': Ridley killed Samus's parents when she was young.


:'''Pit:''' That's messed up!
:'''Pit''': That's messed up!


:'''Palutena:''' Samus and Ridley first fought in the depths of [[Norfair]] on [[Planet Zebes]]. They crossed paths again when Ridley stole the Baby Metroid. [[Meta Ridley]] was made through genetic engineering and cybernetic enhancements. Omega Ridley is the one infused with Phazon... Neo-Ridley was born when an X parasite absorbed Ridley's genes. And yet another Ridley was created by cloning cells found on Samus's suit!
:'''Palutena''': Samus and Ridley first fought in the depths of Norfair on Planet Zebes. They crossed paths again when Ridley stole the Baby Metroid. Meta Ridley was made through genetic engineering and cybernetic enhancements. Omega Ridley is the one infused with Phazon... Neo-Ridley was born when an X parasite absorbed Ridley's genes. And yet another Ridley was created by cloning cells found on Samus's suit!  


:'''Pit:''' You sure know a lot about Ridley. And none of it is about how to fight him!
:'''Pit''': You sure know a lot about Ridley. And none of it is about how to fight him!  


:'''Viridi:''' There's also a robot version of Ridley. He built it himself which officially makes him a narcissist.
:'''Viridi''': There's also a robot version of Ridley. He built it himself which officially makes him a narcissist.  


:'''Pit:''' Is that canon?
:'''Pit''': Is that canon?


:'''Palutena:''' Canon or not, all of these Ridleys shared the same fate they were all defeated by Samus.
:'''Palutena''': Canon or not, all of these Ridleys shared the same fate- they were all defeated by Samus.


:'''Pit:''' Not surprising. Samus is a beast!
:'''Pit''': Not surprising. Samus is a beast!


:'''Palutena:''' So is Ridley. Mind the sharp barb on his tail.
:'''Palutena''': So is Ridley. Mind the sharp barb on his tail.


Note: Pit's declaration of "Ridley confirmed!" may be a nod to Ridley's consistent popularity as a potential fighter since the first ''Smash Bros.'' Pit saying "Is that canon?" may be referring to the fact that Viridi's information (Ridley building Mecha Ridley) has been previously mentioned only in obscure online supplemental materials for ''Metroid: Zero Mission'';<ref>http://metroid.jp/metroid_version2/development/faq2.html#stage02</ref> alternatively, he may be questioning Viridi's claim that Ridley is "officially [...] a narcissist". Finally, Proteus Ridley, a version of Ridley where he was regenerating his organics during his Meta Ridley form, is the only incarnation of Ridley not mentioned in the conversation.
Note: Pit saying "Is that canon?" may be referring to the robot Ridley that only appeared in ''Metroid: Zero Mission'', which was a remake of the original ''Metroid''; alternatively, he may be questioning Viridi's claim that Ridley is "officially [...] a narcissist". Proteus Ridley, a version of Ridley where he was regenerating his organics during his Meta Ridley form, is not mentioned in the conversation.
 
Regional differences: In the Japanese version, Pit does not recognize Ridley, instead saying "There's an alien here that looks like a demon!" at the beginning.


==={{SSBU|Robin}}===
==={{SSBU|Robin}}===
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:'''Palutena:''' Robin.
:'''Palutena:''' Robin.


:'''Pit:''' Oh, that's right. [[Chrom]]'s friend!
:'''Pit:''' Oh, that's right. Chrom's friend!


:'''Viridi:''' Really? Just Chrom's friend?
:'''Viridi:''' Really? Just Chrom's friend?
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:'''Viridi:''' Seriously? Tactician.
:'''Viridi:''' Seriously? Tactician.


:'''Palutena:''' Robin is a master tactician who can use both tomes and Levin Swords. But Robin's attacks have limits on how many times they can be used. When Robin discards the sword or a book, it's time to be aggressive.
:'''Palutena:''' Robin is a master tactician who can use both tomes and Levin Swords.
 
:'''Viridi:''' But Robin's attacks have limits on how many times they can be used. When Robin discards the sword or a book, it's time to be aggressive.


:'''Pit:''' Uh... You don't think a "master tactician" will see that coming?
:'''Pit:''' Uh... You don't think a "master tactician" will see that coming?
:'''Palutena:''' Probably, but losing the Levin Sword puts Robin at a major disadvantage, so do your best to capitalize.
Regional difference: In the Japanese version, Pit mentions how Robin is possessed by {{iw|fireemblem|Grima}} during the events of ''Fire Emblem Awakening'' in place of "And his...tactical...person?"


==={{SSBU|Roy}}===
==={{SSBU|Roy}}===
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:'''Pit:''' The Young Lion?
:'''Pit:''' The Young Lion?


:'''Viridi:''' He's 15 years old.
:'''Palutena:''' He's 15 years old.


:'''Pit:''' 15 years old?! Is that even legal?!
:'''Pit:''' 15 years old?! Is that even legal?!


:'''Viridi:''' It is in Ostia, where Roy spends his days as a noble, being smart, brave, and dependable. I bet he smells like heaven!
:'''Palutena:''' It is in Ostia, where Roy spends his days as a noble, being smart, brave, and dependable.


:'''Pit:''' How am I supposed to compete with a guy like that?
:'''Pit:''' I bet he smells like heaven! How am I supposed to compete with a guy like that?


:'''Palutena:''' By not getting too close, for one thing. His Binding Blade is extremely powerful at close range.
:'''Palutena:''' By not getting too close, for one thing. His Binding Blade is extremely powerful at close range.
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:'''Pit:''' Or maybe instead of fighting, he'd be willing to talk out our differences?
:'''Pit:''' Or maybe instead of fighting, he'd be willing to talk out our differences?


:'''Palutena:''' Don't be a baby, Pit. Just keep Roy at a distance and you'll be fine. He's only dangerous if he gets close. But once he gets close, prepare to get mauled.
:'''Viridi:''' Don't be a baby, Pit. Just keep Roy at a distance and you'll be fine. He's only dangerous if he gets close. But once he gets close, prepare to get mauled.
 
Note: Pit's initial comment of Roy being {{SSBU|Marth}} with dyed hair is a nod to Roy initially starting as a [[clone]] of Marth in ''Melee''.


==={{SSBU|Ryu}}===
==={{SSBU|Ryu}}===
:'''Pit:''' It's {{rollover|Ryu|Ree-you|y}}! Or is it {{rollover|Ryu|Rye-you|y}}?
:'''Pit''': It's Ryu! Or is it Ryu?


:'''Palutena:''' Ryu may be the world's most well-known fighter! He's faced off against all kinds of competitors over the years.
:'''Palutena''': Ryu may be the world's most well-known fighter! He's faced off against all kinds of competitors over the years.  


:'''Viridi:''' Cyborgs, androids, mutants, giant monsters, super heroes, aliens, and demons to name a few.
:'''Viridi''': Cyborgs, androids, mutants, giant monsters, super heroes, aliens, and demons to name a few.


:'''Pit:''' Well then. Let's add handsome angels to that list, eh?
:'''Pit''': Well then. Let's add handsome angels to that list, eh?


:'''Palutena:''' Ryu has two Final Smashes. [[Shinku Hadoken]] and [[Shin Shoryuken]]. Shin Shoryuken is a delight to behold. Try to get hit by it!
:'''Palutena''': Ryu has two Final Smashes. [[Shinku Hadoken]] and [[Shin Shoryuken]]. Shin Shoryuken is a delight to behold. Try to get hit by it!


:'''Pit:''' Not fair! Lady Palutena, will you give ME a move that people want to be hit with?!
:'''Pit''': Not fair! Lady Palutena, will you give ME a move that people want to be hit with?!


:'''Palutena:''' OK, Pit, but only if you stop making dumb jokes. Can I ask that of you?
:'''Palutena''': OK, Pit, but only if you stop making dumb jokes. Can I ask that of you?


:'''Pit:''' SURE YOU CAN!
:'''Pit''': SURE YOU CAN!


:'''Viridi:''' You walked right into that one.
:'''Viridi''': You walked right into that one.


Notes:
Note: Pit saying "SURE YOU CAN!" is a wordplay of Ryu's [[Shoryuken|up special move]].
*Pit's confusion regarding how to say Ryu's name refers to a similar inconsistency with its official pronunciation in older ''Street Fighter'' media; the announcer and Palutena both use the first pronunciation.
*Pit saying "SURE YOU CAN!" is wordplay on Ryu's up special move, [[Shoryuken]].
*Viridi's mention of the opponents Ryu has faced are in reference to the ''"Versus"'' series of crossover fighting games by [[Capcom]], notable for including characters from many of Capcom's games alongside characters from the {{iw|wikipedia|Marvel Comics}} universe. These games features such opponents as Cyber-Akuma (''{{iw|wikipedia|Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter}}''),  [[Mega Man]] (''{{iw|wikipedia|Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes}}''), [[List of SSB4 trophies (Mega Man series)#Roll|Roll]], [[MegaMan Volnutt]] (''{{iw|wikipedia|Tatsunoko vs. Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars}}''), [[Zero (Mega Man)|Zero]] (''{{iw|wikipedia|Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds}}''), the {{iw|wikipedia|X-Men}} (''{{iw|wikipedia|X-Men vs. Street Fighter}}''), {{iw|wikipedia|Onslaught|comics}}, Abyss (''{{iw|wikipedia|Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes}}''), {{iw|wikipedia|Galactus}}, the {{iw|wikipedia|Avengers|comics}}, the {{iw|wikipedia|Science Ninja Team}}, {{iw|wikipedia|Super Skrull}}, {{iw|wikipedia|Shuma-Gorath}}, {{iw|wikipedia|Blackheart}}, and characters from Capcom's ''{{iw|wikipedia|Ghosts 'n Goblins}}'' and ''{{iw|wikipedia|Darkstalkers}}'' series, although in the ''Street Fighter'' series there have also been androids (such as Twelve and Seth), mutants (such as Blanka and Necro), superheroes (namely, Skullomania), and possibly cyborgs (Abel and Q). Ryu has also faced androids and cyborgs in ''{{iw|wikipedia|Street Fighter X Tekken}}'' (Alisa Bosconovitch and Jack-X, plus Bryan Fury and Yoshimitsu, respectively) and aliens in ''{{iw|wikipedia|SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos}}'' (Mars People from [[SNK]]'s ''[[List of minor third-party universes#Metal Slug|Metal Slug]]'' series).


==={{SSBU|Sheik}}===
==={{SSBU|Sheik}}===
:'''Pit:''' It's Sheik!
:'''Pit''': It's Sheik!


:'''Palutena:''' Sheik appears to be wearing a [[zeldawiki:Stealth Mask|traditional]] [[zeldawiki:Stealth Chest Guard|Sheikah]] [[zeldawiki:Stealth Tights|outfit]] this time around.
:'''Palutena''': Sheik appears to be wearing a traditional Sheikah outfit this time around.


:'''Viridi:''' Ooh! So exotic! That armor is right up my alley. I wonder if it comes in a children's small...
:'''Viridi''': Ooh! So exotic! That armor is right up my alley. I wonder if it comes in a children's small...


:'''Pit:''' I always get nervous when Sheik gets close. If I make one wrong move, I'll get pummeled with a flurry of quick attacks!
:'''Pit''': I always get nervous when Sheik gets close. If I make one wrong move, I'll get pummeled with a flurry of quick attacks!


:'''Palutena:''' His attacks may be fast, but they aren't very strong. That's why he'll try to end the fight quickly. He's also very light, so focus on launching Sheik at lower damage percentages.
:'''Palutena''': His attacks may be fast, but they aren't very strong. That's why he'll try to end the fight quickly. He's also very light, so focus on launching Sheik at lower damage percentages.


:'''Viridi:''' And he doesn't have much reach, so keep your distance until you're ready to rush him with your [[Upperdash Arm]].
:'''Viridi''': And he doesn't have much reach, so keep your distance until you're ready to rush him with your Upperdash Arm.


:'''Pit:''' Good advice! But... you guys do know Sheik is just Zelda, right? In disguise? Wait, is there a new timeline?!
:'''Pit''': Good advice! But...you guys do know Sheik is just Zelda, right? In disguise? Wait, is there a new timeline?!


Note: Palutena and Viridi refer to Sheik using male pronouns, much to the confusion of Pit (who knows Sheik's true identity). Conversely, ''Ultimate'' refers to Sheik using female pronouns in her moveset and [[tips]]. Pit's last line refers to [[zeldawiki:Zelda Timeline|the branching timelines of the ''Zelda'' series]], also mentioned in Young Link's conversation, which often diverge in continuity.
Note: Palutena and Viridi refer to Sheik using male pronouns, despite knowing Sheik's true identity. Sheik's gender has been a [[Sheik#Gender dispute|longstanding dispute]] since the character's inception.
 
Regional differences: Due to the differing nature of pronouns in Japanese, Sheik's gender is never brought into the conversation at all in the Japanese version, with Pit's last remark simply being a comment on Viridi's advice.


==={{SSBU|Simon}}===
==={{SSBU|Simon}}===
:'''Pit:''' Whoa! It's Simon Belmont!
:'''Pit''': Whoa! It's Simon Belmont!


:'''Palutena:''' Oh, do you know him?
:'''Palutena''': Oh, do you know him?


:'''Pit:''' Yeah, we hit the scene around the same time.
:'''Pit''': Yeah, we hit the scene around the same time.


:'''Palutena:''' The legacy of the vampire-hunting Belmont clan is very interesting.
:'''Palutena''': The legacy of the vampire-hunting Belmont clan is very interesting.  


:'''Pit:''' How long have they been hunting vampires?
:'''Pit''': How long have they been hunting vampires?


:'''Palutena:''' Leon Belmont's first vampire encounter was in 1094 AD. The last known heir, Julius Belmont, defeated Dracula in 1999.
:'''Palutena''': Leon Belmont's first vampire encounter was in 1094 AD. The last known heir, Julius Belmont, defeated Dracula in 1999.


:'''Pit:''' So... Carry the one... A thousand years?!
:'''Pit''': So... Carry the one... A thousand years?!


:'''Palutena:''' Other clans appeared and parallel worlds were created. The fate of the Belmont clan has been split in many ways. The most iconic symbol of House Belmont is their legendary whip, the Vampire Killer.
:'''Palutena''': Other clans appeared and parallel worlds were created. The fate of the Belmont clan has been split in many ways. The most iconic symbol of House Belmont is their legendary whip, the Vampire Killer.


:'''Viridi:''' A fighter that uses a whip? You don't see that every day.
:'''Viridi''': A fighter that uses a whip? You don't see that every day.


:'''Palutena:''' It's a magical whip that only the Belmont bloodline can wield. An irreplaceable weapon passed down for generations.
:'''Palutena''': It's a magical whip that only the Belmont bloodline can wield. An irreplaceable weapon passed down for generations.


:'''Viridi:''' I wonder how many monsters and demons it's vanquished? It must smell TERRIBLE!
:'''Viridi''': I wonder how many monsters and demons it's vanquished? It must smell TERRIBLE!


:'''Palutena:''' Getting back to the point, be careful of Simon's long-range attacks. The weapons he uses may seem simple, but they don't pull any punches.
:'''Palutena''': Getting back to the point, be careful of Simon's long-range attacks. The weapons he uses may seem simple, but they don't pull any punches.


Note: Pit recognizing Simon Belmont is a possible reference to how both of them were main characters in the promotional cartoon series ''{{iw|mariowiki|Captain N: The Game Master}}'' and his explanation of "hitting the scene around the same time" refers to how both series debuted in 1986. Additionally, Pit's math is wrong 1094 to 1999 AD is only 905 years, not a thousand (though Pit making such a mistake is still within character).
Note: Pit recognizing Simon Belmont is a possible reference to how both of them were main characters in the promotional cartoon series ''{{s|wikipedia|Captain N: The Game Master}}'' and his explanation of "hitting the scene around the same time" refers to how both series debuted in 1986. Additionally, Pit's math is wrong - 1094 AD to 1999 is only 905 years, not a thousand (though Pit making such a mistake is still within character).


==={{SSBU|Snake}}===
==={{SSBU|Snake}}===
:'''Pit:''' Snake?!
:'''Pit''': Snake?!  


:'''Palutena:''' The Legendary Mercenary himself.
:'''Palutena''': The Legendary Mercenary himself.


:'''Pit:'''  I never thought I'd get a chance to fight him again!
:'''Pit''': I never thought I'd get a chance to fight him again!


:'''Palutena:''' Snake is fully loaded with explosives and firearms. Don't get blown up.
:'''Palutena''': Snake is fully loaded with explosives and firearms. Don't get blown up.


:'''Pit:''' I bet if I put some bombs on the end of my arrows, they'd be more powerful.
:'''Pit''': I bet if I put some bombs on the end of my arrows, they'd be more powerful.  


:'''Viridi:''' Very original, Pit.
:'''Viridi''': Very original, Pit.


:'''Palutena:''' You can't attach bombs to Arrows of Light since they aren't actual arrows.
:'''Palutena''': You can't attach bombs to Arrows of Light since they aren't actual arrows.


:'''Pit:''' OK, then let's bust out the {{iw|icaruspedia|cannon}}s!
:'''Pit''': OK, then let's bust out the [http://www.kidicaruswiki.org/Cannon cannons]!


:'''Viridi:''' Leave the bombs and guns to Snake. You focus on what you do best. Whatever that is.
:'''Viridi''': Leave the bombs and guns to Snake. You focus on what you do best. Whatever that is.


Note: Pit saying they should "bust out the cannons" is likely a reference to the {{iw|icaruspedia|Cannon}} weapon class from ''Kid Icarus: Uprising''. He also comments on how he "never thought [he'd] get a chance to fight [Snake] again", referencing how both Pit and Snake debuted in ''Brawl'', but Snake was cut from ''Smash 4''. Also, Pit's contemplation about adding bombs to his arrows references the {{iw|zeldawiki|Bomb Arrow}}s featured in several ''The Legend of Zelda'' games, hence Viridi's sarcastic reply.
Note: Pit saying they should “bust out the cannons” is likely a reference to the [http://www.kidicaruswiki.org/Cannon Cannon] weapon class from ''Kid Icarus: Uprising''
 
==={{SSBU|Wario}}===
:'''Pit:''' Um, Wario kind of smells.
 
:'''Palutena:''' That's to be expected. For his Final Smash, he munches garlic and transforms into his super-antihero alter ego...Wario-Man!
 
:'''Pit:''' Uh... Wario-Man?
 
:'''Palutena:''' Yes. Legend has it that Wario once caught a cold, accidentally ate a piece of Nasty Garlic, and turned into Wario-Man.
 
:'''Pit:''' Huh. So Nasty Garlic is the key to Wario's power. Great.
 
:'''Viridi:''' He's a real charmer, that one.
 
:'''Palutena:''' Speaking of which... Eating seems to make Wario very gassy.
 
:'''Pit:''' Ugh! TMI!
 
:'''Palutena:''' I'm only telling you this for your own good. He's a ticking time bomb. Watch out for his sudden farts. And all farts in general. They're gross AND dangerous.
 
:'''Pit:''' ...This job is really the worst sometimes.
 
Note: The conversation is largely unchanged from ''for Wii U'', but the first "Nasty Garlic" has been changed to simply "garlic" to correct a minor mistake; in his Final Smash, Wario eats a regular piece of garlic, not Nasty Garlic. This correction is for consistency with the Japanese version of the conversation, which identifies the Nasty Garlic as a {{iw|wikipedia|mandrake}}, as well as the Final Smash's [[List of SSBB trophies (WarioWare series)#Wario-Man|trophy descriptions in ''Brawl'']] and [[List of SSB4 trophies (WarioWare series)#Wario-Man|''for Wii U'']].


==={{SSBU|Wolf}}===
==={{SSBU|Wolf}}===
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:'''Pit:''' Mercenaries will do anything for money...
:'''Pit:''' Mercenaries will do anything for money...


:'''Palutena:''' Generally speaking. Although, Star Fox is also technically a mercenary group, but they would never aid someone as evil as Andross.
:'''Palutena:''' Generally speaking. Although, Star Fox is also technically a mercenary group, but they would never aid someone as evil as Andross. Wolf may be Fox's nemesis, but there's also a mutual respect between them. They even fought on the same side at one point.
 
:'''Viridi:''' Wolf may be Fox's nemesis, but there's also a mutual respect between them. They even fought on the same side at one point.
 
:'''Palutena:''' Kind of like Pit and Dark Pit.


:'''Dark Pit:''' What?! We're nothing like that! I DON'T respect him and we're sure not all buddy-buddy!
:'''Viridi:''' Kind of like Pit and Dark Pit.


:'''Palutena:''' See, you guys are just like them.
:'''Pit:''' What?! We're nothing like that! I DON'T respect him and we're sure not all buddy-buddy!


:'''Viridi:''' You even have the same "glorified palette swap" thing, uh, going on...
:'''Viridi:''' See, you guys are just like them. You even have the same "glorified palette swap" thing, uh, going on...


:'''Palutena:''' In any case, Wolf's Blaster shoots long-range projectiles, but it can also be a nuisance at close range.
:'''Palutena:''' In any case, Wolf's Blaster shoots long-range projectiles, but it can also be a nuisance at close range.
Note: Viridi's comment about "glorified palette swaps" is likely a reference to how Wolf and Dark Pit are based on Fox and Pit respectively. However, while Dark Pit is a full clone and an Echo Fighter, Wolf is a pseudo-clone whose moveset barely resembles Fox's.


==={{SSBU|Young Link}}===
==={{SSBU|Young Link}}===
:'''Pit:''' Is it just me, or has Link lost weight?
:'''Pit''': Is it just me, or has Link lost weight?
 
:'''Palutena:''' Yes and no. That's Young Link. He's the child version of the Hero of Time.


:'''Pit:''' The Hero of Time?
:'''Palutena''': Yes and no. That's Young Link. He's the child version of the Hero of Time.


:'''Palutena:''' The Link who mastered the Ocarina of Time and faced Ganondorf. Link's actions as the Hero of Time created parallel worlds, and from there, many different legends were born.
:'''Pit''': The Hero of Time?


:'''Pit:''' I don't follow. What do you mean?
:'''Palutena''': The Link who mastered the Ocarina of Time and faced Ganondorf. Link's actions as the Hero of Time created parallel worlds, and from there, many different legends were born.


:'''Viridi:''' If you were defeated by Medusa, Palutena wouldn't be here today, right?
:'''Pit''': I don't follow. What do you mean?


:'''Pit:''' True, but what does that have to do with anything?
:'''Viridi''': If you were defeated by Medusa, Palutena wouldn't be here today, right?


:'''Viridi:''' We may have triumphed over Medusa in this timeline, but in a different timeline, you lost that fight, leaving Medusa and Hades to rule the world. Every action and inaction creates infinite parallel worlds! You're only in one of them.
:'''Pit''': True, but what does that have to do with anything?


:'''Pit:''' Wait... I'm not the only me? And nothing I do matters because another me will do the opposite? THEN WHAT'S THE POINT OF DOING ANYTHING!
:'''Viridi''': We may have triumphed over Medusa in this timeline, but in a different timeline, you lost that fight, leaving Medusa and Hades to rule the world. Every action and inaction creates infinite parallel worlds! You're only in one of them.


:'''Palutena:''' Breathe, Pit! Focus on Young Link's short reach. He may be fast, but try to outrange him and anticipate his movements.
:'''Pit''': Wait... I'm not the only me? And nothing I do matters because another me will do the opposite? THEN WHAT'S THE POINT OF DOING ANYTHING!


Note: Palutena's mention of parallel worlds caused by the Hero of Time refers to how ''Ocarina of Time'' splits into three branches in the {{iw|zeldawiki|Zelda Timeline}} based on if Ganondorf's goal in the Era of Time were to succeed, was prevented, or if he got sealed away.
:'''Palutena''': Breathe, Pit! Focus on Young Link's short reach. He may be fast, but try to outrange him and anticipate his movements.


==={{SSBU|Zelda}}===
==={{SSBU|Zelda}}===
:'''Pit:''' Is that...Princess Zelda?
:'''Pit''': Is that...Princess Zelda?
 
:'''Palutena:''' Yes, that's Zelda from A Link to the Past. She's a descendant of the Seven Sages. When she was captured, she used telepathy to ask Link for help.
 
:'''Viridi:''' Pit... Pit... Go get me a cinnamon roll...
 
:'''Pit:''' Right away, Zel— HEY! Knock it off, Viridi!
 
:'''Palutena:''' Focus, Pit! Zelda has a projectile attack called [[Din's Fire]]. It can be steered through the air, kind of like your arrows. The trajectory of Din's Fire is really hard to see, so it's important to pay extra close attention when fighting her.
 
:'''Viridi:''' Pit... Pit... Get me a glazed donut with rainbow sprinkles...
 
:'''Pit:''' Yes, right away! A glazed donut with rainbo— STOP IT!
 
Note: The way Viridi calls out Pit's name is similar to how Zelda calls Link's name when talking to him telepathically in ''A Link to the Past'' and ''Breath of the Wild''.
 
Regional differences: Viridi's lines are slightly different in the Japanese version, saying "Link... Link... Go buy me a {{iw|wikipedia|melonpan}}," and "Link... Link... Make me [[wikipedia:Tamago kake gohan|rice with eggs]]," respectively. Pit's response is simple annoyance rather than mistaking her for Zelda.


==Downloadable fighters==
:'''Palutena''': Yes, that's Zelda from A Link to the Past. She's a descendant of the Seven Sages. When she was captured, she used telepathy to ask Link for help.
Characters available as [[downloadable content]] use a generic Guidance conversation, presumably to avoid having to repeatedly bring in the characters' voice actors for new lines each time a new character is added. The generic conversation was discovered at {{forwiiu}}'s launch in [http://vocaroo.com/i/s0KivwmAoIq3 the game's] [http://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm25168286 sound files]. The conversation consists of Pit, Palutena, and Viridi briefly discussing an unknown fighter. Unused and inaccessible through normal play at first, it was confirmed to be a placeholder conversation for additional fighters on April 15th, 2015, with the release of the first DLC character, [[Mewtwo]]. Despite [[Bayonetta]]'s reveal trailer involving new voice work of the characters, they did not voice a guidance conversation for her nor any of the previous DLC fighters (which, as DLC was now complete, would have filled in the roster and obviated the generic placeholder).


The same dialogue was also found in ''Ultimate'', and was unused until the release of {{SSBU|Joker}}. While the previously downloadable veterans now have unique conversations, downloadable characters for this game received the same treatment as in the previous game. However, {{SSBU|Piranha Plant}} has a unique conversation, presumably due to being developed at the same time as the main game.
:'''Viridi''': Pit... Pit... Go get me a cinnamon roll...


:'''Pit:''' Who is THAT?
:'''Pit''': Right away, Zel- HEY! Knock it off, Viridi!


:'''Palutena:''' I have no data on this fighter. I can't believe it!
:'''Palutena''': Focus, Pit! Zelda has a projectile attack called [[Din's Fire]]. It can be steered through he air, kind of like your arrows. The trajectory of Din's Fire is really hard to see, so it's important to pay extra close attention when fighting her.


:'''Viridi:''' It must be an intruder from another dimension!
:'''Viridi''': Pit... Pit... Get me a glazed donut with rainbow sprinkles...


:'''Pit:''' Whoever it is, the goal remains the same: to fight and win!
:'''Pit''': Yes, right away! A glazed donut with rainbo- STOP IT!


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
===Smash Taunt portraits===
===Smash Taunt Portraits===
<gallery>
<gallery>
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Pit.png|[[Pit]]
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Pit.png|Pit
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Palutena.png|[[Palutena]]
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Palutena.png|Palutena
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Viridi.png|[[Viridi]]
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Dark Pit.png|Dark Pit
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Dark Pit.png|[[Dark Pit]]
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Viridi.png|Viridi
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Chrom.png|[[Chrom]]
SSB4-WiiU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Chrom.png|Chrom
SSBU - Palutenas Temple Smash Taunt - Alucard.png|[[Alucard]]
</gallery>
</gallery>


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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* If the player activates the Smash Taunt in [[Training Mode]] and then pauses Training Mode before Pit is finished with the animation, the conversation will play as normal, but the portraits and subtitles will become desynced, with the portraits appearing out of place and the subtitles constantly disappearing. When the actual conversation ends, the portraits will stay on the screen until Pit is KO'd, a [[Smash Ball]], [[Dragoon]], or [[Daybreak]] is spawned, or Training Mode is reset.
*If the player activates the Smash Taunt in [[Training Mode]] and then pauses Training Mode before Pit is finished with the animation, the conversation will play as normal but the portraits and subtitles will become desynched, with the portraits appearing out of place and the subtitles constantly disappearing. When the actual conversation ends, the portraits will stay on the screen until Pit is KO'd, a [[Smash Ball]], [[Dragoon]] or [[Daybreak]] is spawned or Training Mode is reset.
*The only conversations where Palutena is absent are the ones regarding Luigi, Ivysaur, and the Mii Swordfighter. Conversely, Viridi is absent from the conversations regarding Mario, Link (in ''Ultimate''), Ness, Pichu, Pit, King Dedede, Zero Suit Samus, the male Wii Fit Trainer, Pac-Man, Shulk, and Duck Hunt.
*Luigi, Ivysaur, and the Mii Swordfighter are the only fighters with skits where Palutena is absent. Conversely, Viridi is absent from the skits of Mario, Link (in ''Ultimate''), Ness, Pichu, Pit, King Dedede, Zero Suit Samus, the male Wii Fit Trainer, Pac-Man, Shulk, and Duck Hunt.
*The only conversations that Dark Pit appears in, besides his own, are the ones regarding Ice Climbers and Wolf. Coincidentally, both of these conversations involved two characters cut in the transition from ''Brawl'' to ''Smash 4'' before returning in ''Ultimate'' and involve discussion of teamwork.
*The ''Zelda'' and ''Fire Emblem'' series are the only ones to have received new conversations between versions.
**Toon Link is the only ''Zelda'' character that did not receive a new conversation in ''Ultimate''.
*[[Chrom]] and [[Alucard]] are the only non-''Kid Icarus'' guest characters to appear as part of the conversations. In addition, they use the character designs from their origin games (''Fire Emblem: Awakening'' and ''Castlevania: Symphony of the Night'', respectively), whose art styles noticeably differ from that of the ''Kid Icarus'' characters.
*Mii Gunner's conversation originally still mentioned the ammo backpack in ''Ultimate'' in spite of that part of the default design being removed. This was eventually patched out.
*{{SSBU|Cloud}} is the only character whose conversation changes a line depending on the type of battle that is taking place.
*Piranha Plant is the only character to receive a non-generic conversation in a game where it was available as DLC.
*It is possible to trigger a second Palutena's Guidance in one match if the game goes to [[Sudden Death]], though this likely will not last for long due to the various hazards.
*In ''Ultimate'', when the language is set to Korean, Richter's conversation will have Alucard use his English voice clips, while Pit, Palutena and Viridi continue to use their Japanese voice clips.<ref>https://youtu.be/WBdHaB2APis?t=1570</ref>
*Pit's "(L) stands for 'winner'" line during Luigi's conversation would go on to be referenced in ''{{iw|mariowiki|Super Mario Odyssey}}'', where the in-game description for Luigi's cap reads, "The "L" stands for "winner"".
**In the Spanish version of Luigi's conversation, Pit says: "Estoy seguro de que quiere decir "Legendario"." (Which means: "I'm sure it stands for "Legendary"."), which unlike with the English version does begin with an L.
**In the German version, he states it stands for "Leider nur Zweiter", which means "unfortunately only second".


==External links==
==External links==
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrlHPDx-LRQ All Palutena Guidance conversations (Wii U)]
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNkcWX1l9C All Palutena's Guidance conversations (Ultimate)]
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!''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'' / ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' (DLC fighters)
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!''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' (without Piranha Plant)
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!''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' (Piranha Plant)
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==References==
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