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{{Infobox Character | {{Infobox Character | ||
|name = Robin | |name = Robin | ||
|image = {{tabber|title1=Male| | |image = {{tabber|title1=Male|tab1=[[File:Robin_Male_SSB4.png|x250px]]|title2=Female|tab2=[[File:Robin_Female_SSB4.png|x250px]]|title3=Both|tab3=[[File:Robin_SSB4.png|x250px]]}} | ||
|universe = {{uv|Fire Emblem}} | |universe = {{uv|Fire Emblem}} | ||
|game = SSB4 | |game = SSB4 | ||
|ssbgame1 = SSBU | |ssbgame1 = SSBU | ||
|availability = [[Starter character|Starter]] | |availability = [[Starter character|Starter]] | ||
|tier = D | |tier = D | ||
|ranking = | |ranking = 37 | ||
}} | }} | ||
:{{cquote|Robin Brings the Thunder!|cite=Introduction Tagline}} | |||
'''Robin''' ({{ja|ルフレ|Rufure}}, ''Reflet'') is a playable newcomer in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. He was confirmed during a live stream, alongside {{SSB4|Captain Falcon}} and {{SSB4|Lucina}}, on the official ''Super Smash Bros.'' website on July 14th, 2014. Like in his home game ''{{s|fireemblemwiki|Fire Emblem Awakening}}'', players can select either male and female versions of Robin, similarly to {{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}}, {{SSB4|Villager}}, and {{SSB4|Corrin}}. | |||
In the English version, David Vincent, who is male Robin's first voice option in ''Awakening'', reprises his role, while Lauren Landa voices female Robin in place of Michelle Ruff from ''Awakening''. In the Japanese version, both Yoshimasa Hosoya and Miyuki Sawashiro reprise their roles as the voice actors for the male Robin and the female Robin, respectively. | |||
Robin is ranked 37th out of 55 on the [[tier list]], placing him in D tier and tied with {{SSB4|Samus}}. Robin's greatest strength is his zoning game; his tomes give him an array of useful spells and projectiles. {{b|Thunder|Robin}} is a versatile projectile due to having varying effects at each level of charge, [[Arcfire]] is a strong tool for traps and combo initiation, [[Elwind]] provides a highly damaging neutral infinite and is capable of [[edgeguarding]] due to being a strong [[meteor smash]] at point blank range, and [[Nosferatu]] is a self-healing [[grab]] that is very hard to escape when the opponent has a high percentage. | |||
Robin's [[List of swords#Levin Sword|Levin Sword]] is an excellent weapon, courtesy of its great KO potential, which also extends to his aerial attacks, which, when used with the Levin Sword, have fearsome KO potential. The Bronze Sword is not to be disregarded either; while it is immensely weak and has unimpressive range, it is always available to Robin and can easily combo. Robin's unique durability mechanic can also be used to his advantage; his depleted tomes and broken Levin Swords are surprisingly strong, which makes them unorthodox KO options. | |||
However, Robin has numerous weaknesses. His overall mobility is arguably the worst in the game, due to his dashing speed being the slowest in the game, and his air speed being average. Robin also has a very poor defensive game, as several moves are slow in regard to startup lag and even more so in ending lag. Robin's range is also startlingly lacking, as while the Levin and Bronze Swords provide disjointed range, they have very short reach. This not only forces Robin to trade blows frequently, but it also makes him glaringly susceptible to combos. Due to this, Robin has a severe lack of oppressive options in his moveset | However, Robin has numerous weaknesses. His overall mobility is arguably the worst in the game, due to his dashing speed being the slowest in the game, and his air speed being average. Robin also has a very poor defensive game, as several moves are slow in regard to startup lag and even more so in ending lag. Robin's range is also startlingly lacking, as while the Levin and Bronze Swords provide disjointed range, they have very short reach. This not only forces Robin to trade blows frequently, but it also makes him glaringly susceptible to combos. Due to this, Robin has a severe lack of oppressive options in his moveset. | ||
As a result, Robin requires players to play with extreme precision | Robin's durability mechanic can massively turn against him, as the loss of any tomes puts Robin in a lot of trouble; losing Thunder leaves him unable to zone, losing Arcfire prevents him from starting combos, losing Elwind makes it very hard to recover, and losing Nosferatu prevents Robin from healing and forces the use of his poor grab. | ||
As a result, Robin requires players to play with extreme precision, as to avoid wasting any uses of his weapons, as well as know how to play around the opponent when any weapons are broken. While Robin has previously seen use in numerous tournaments, primarily due to {{Sm|Nairo}} and {{Sm|Salem}} formerly maining him after the game's release, Robin's high learning curve and technical playstyle has given him limited tournament presence in the years following ''Smash 4's'' release. Nevertheless, other dedicated mains, such as {{Sm|Dath}} and {{Sm|Mr.II}}, have scored victories over top-level players such as {{Sm|Larry Lurr}} and Nairo, respectively. | |||
==Attributes== | ==Attributes== | ||
Robin is a tall | Robin is a tall, middleweight character who has very appalling mobility. Robin’s dashing speed is the slowest in the game, and his walking speed is the twelfth slowest in the game. Outside of these attributes, Robin's other traits are typical of a middleweight; his air speed, traction, falling speed, and gravity are all average. However, Robin's air acceleration is above average. As a result of these attributes, Robin has difficulty chasing foes and fleeing from them at the same time, though his oddly decent aerial mobility compensates this to a degree. | ||
Robin's tomes provide a myriad of spacing, pressuring, and additional damaging capabilities. Both the [[fireemblemwiki:Thunder (tome)|Thunder]] and [[fireemblemwiki:Fire (tome)|Fire tome]]s can disrupt opponents, rack up damage, and open up windows to chain attacks together. {{B|Thunder|Robin}} and the slightly stronger Elthunder peppers at mid-range or shorter, while Arcthunder travels for longer and has trapping capabilities for pressure, combos and set-ups, and Thoron pierces through opponents and deals considerable knockback. [[Arcfire]] produces a trapping, multiple hitting pillar of flame that is instrumental for approaching or disrupting [[approach]]es, pressuring, and chaining together attacks. In addition to the Fire tome, Robin's neutral attack involves the [[fireemblemwiki:Wind (tome)|Wind tome]]: the former tome generates a singular explosion of fire magic that deals strong diagonal knockback, while the latter tome generates a neutral infinite consisting of wind magic that deals high damage and concludes with a blast of wind magic that deals strong vertical knockback. [[Elwind]] provides respectable vertical recovery and its first hit can be used to punish aerial and post-recovery opponents by spiking them at point-blank with the first hit. Lastly, [[Nosferatu]] is a self-healing move which heals Robin, especially if cast from behind and while having a higher damage percentage than his opponent, while it also cannot be shielded due to functioning like a grab. However, it is tricky to use, as the opponent must be at almost point-blank range to land it, although Arcthunder's trapping ability can help Robin land it easier. | Robin's tomes provide a myriad of spacing, pressuring, and additional damaging capabilities. Both the [[fireemblemwiki:Thunder (tome)|Thunder]] and [[fireemblemwiki:Fire (tome)|Fire tome]]s can disrupt opponents, rack up damage, and open up windows to chain attacks together. {{B|Thunder|Robin}} and the slightly stronger Elthunder peppers at mid-range or shorter, while Arcthunder travels for longer and has trapping capabilities for pressure, combos and set-ups, and Thoron pierces through opponents and deals considerable knockback. [[Arcfire]] produces a trapping, multiple hitting pillar of flame that is instrumental for approaching or disrupting [[approach]]es, pressuring, and chaining together attacks. In addition to the Fire tome, Robin's neutral attack involves the [[fireemblemwiki:Wind (tome)|Wind tome]]: the former tome generates a singular explosion of fire magic that deals strong diagonal knockback, while the latter tome generates a neutral infinite consisting of wind magic that deals high damage and concludes with a blast of wind magic that deals strong vertical knockback. [[Elwind]] provides respectable vertical recovery and its first hit can be used to punish aerial and post-recovery opponents by spiking them at point-blank with the first hit. Lastly, [[Nosferatu]] is a self-healing move which heals Robin, especially if cast from behind and while having a higher damage percentage than his opponent, while it also cannot be shielded due to functioning like a grab. However, it is tricky to use, as the opponent must be at almost point-blank range to land it, although Arcthunder's trapping ability can help Robin land it easier. | ||
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Once Robin's tomes are depleted and the Levin Sword is broken, they can act as throwable items that deal immense damage, shieldstun and knockback. Properly managing Robin's discarded weapons is crucial for optimal play, as the opportunities they can potentially grant are significant. Outside of his magic and sword attacks, Robin has two useful throws: back throw is a viable KOing option near the edge, while down throw is a reliable combo starter. | Once Robin's tomes are depleted and the Levin Sword is broken, they can act as throwable items that deal immense damage, shieldstun and knockback. Properly managing Robin's discarded weapons is crucial for optimal play, as the opportunities they can potentially grant are significant. Outside of his magic and sword attacks, Robin has two useful throws: back throw is a viable KOing option near the edge, while down throw is a reliable combo starter. | ||
However, Robin suffers from numerous weaknesses. The most notable includes his | However, as previously stated, Robin suffers from numerous weaknesses. The most notable includes his mobility, being the slowest in the game. He lacks defensive options and has trouble brushing off opponents, especially those who are directly beneath, making him susceptible to rush-downs and juggles. Robin’s tilts generally have short range, making it difficult for him to fight at mid-range outside of the use of tomes. Many moves, specifically his smash attacks and special attacks, have significant ending lag, which leaves him wide open for punishment proceeding their execution. Elwind leaves him vulnerable and interceptable after use, and when not properly managed or kept track of, can run out at critical times. Lastly, Robin's durability mechanic limits offensive options when either the Levin Sword or tomes are exhausted. | ||
Robin benefits little from [[Character customization|custom moves]], with the only notable options being the Thunder variants. Thunder+ has highly increased power across all charges, the projectiles have more range, and both Elthunder and Arcthunder use up a very slightly smaller amount of durability. However, it charges slower, and has only half the durability of the original, with Thoron immediately exhausting the tome regardless of how much durability is left. Speed Thunder is, unsurprisingly, faster across all charges, regarding both the projectiles' speed and charging, but the projectiles have less range and noticeably less power. Robin's remaining custom moves have very situational advantages, to the point that they usually fail to compensate for their disadvantages. | |||
Overall, Robin is a tactically-based character with varied spacing, damage-accumulating and KO options that must be used wisely. At the same time, his lack of mobile and defensive options leaves him vulnerable to pressure and combos. With this, Robin players must keep track of their weapons' durability, intelligently respond to their opponents, and take precise offensive action for success. | |||
Overall, Robin is a tactically-based character with varied spacing, damage-accumulating and KO options that must | |||
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|neutralcount=3 | |neutralcount=3 | ||
|neutralinf=y | |neutralinf=y | ||
|neutralname= | |neutralname= | ||
|neutral1dmg=3% | |neutral1dmg=3% | ||
|neutral2dmg=3% | |neutral2dmg=3% | ||
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|neutralinfdmg=1% (Elwind loop), 2% (Elwind last) | |neutralinfdmg=1% (Elwind loop), 2% (Elwind last) | ||
|neutraldesc=An upward slash followed by a downward slash. The move can then proceed to a third finishing hit or into a neutral infinite, depending on whether the attack button is held or button mashed. The former is a fiery explosion that deals high knockback and KOs around 170%, although it can be dodged at high percentages with an air dodge or jump; it costs 1 durability point from [[Arcfire]]. The latter is a barrage of blade-shaped blasts of wind magic that hits multiple times and ends with a blast that deals high knockback which draws from [[Elwind]]'s durability; it uses up 1 durability point for every 2 seconds for a maximum duration of 18 seconds. If both tomes are depleted, Robin will only be able to use the first two sword slashes. Its fast start-up, deceptively high range and damage/KO potential makes it a go-to option on the ground and the most pivotal part of Robin's neutral game. | |neutraldesc=An upward slash followed by a downward slash. The move can then proceed to a third finishing hit or into a neutral infinite, depending on whether the attack button is held or button mashed. The former is a fiery explosion that deals high knockback and KOs around 170%, although it can be dodged at high percentages with an air dodge or jump; it costs 1 durability point from [[Arcfire]]. The latter is a barrage of blade-shaped blasts of wind magic that hits multiple times and ends with a blast that deals high knockback which draws from [[Elwind]]'s durability; it uses up 1 durability point for every 2 seconds for a maximum duration of 18 seconds. If both tomes are depleted, Robin will only be able to use the first two sword slashes. Its fast start-up, deceptively high range and damage/KO potential makes it a go-to option on the ground and the most pivotal part of Robin's neutral game. | ||
|ftiltname= | |ftiltname= | ||
|ftiltdmg=7.5% | |ftiltdmg=7.5% | ||
|ftiltdesc=An outward turning, downward slash. Its quick speed makes it a decent spacing option, but it has poor reach and low knockback. | |ftiltdesc=An outward turning, downward slash. Its quick speed makes it a decent spacing option, but it has poor reach and low knockback. | ||
|utiltname= | |utiltname= | ||
|utiltdmg=6% | |utiltdmg=6% | ||
|utiltdesc=An inward turning, upward slash. Primarily an anti-air option, as it has almost no hitboxes at the side of Robin, and is not particularly powerful due to its low knockback. However, it can launch opponents into the air to initiate aerial combos. | |utiltdesc=An inward turning, upward slash. Primarily an anti-air option, as it has almost no hitboxes at the side of Robin, and is not particularly powerful due to its low knockback. However, it can launch opponents into the air to initiate aerial combos. | ||
|dtiltname= | |dtiltname= | ||
|dtiltdmg=6% | |dtiltdmg=6% | ||
|dtiltdesc=A crouching, outward slash. Though short-ranged and weak, it is Robin's fastest tilt and has very low ending lag, allowing it to be used as an anti-pressure option. | |dtiltdesc=A crouching, outward slash. Though short-ranged and weak, it is Robin's fastest tilt and has very low ending lag, allowing it to be used as an anti-pressure option. | ||
|dashname= | |dashname= | ||
|dashdmg=10% (clean), 6% (late) | |dashdmg=10% (clean), 6% (late) | ||
|dashdesc=A low-angle thrust. It boosts Robin forward on start-up and, unlike his other Bronze Sword-based attacks, it deals knockback that is strong enough to KO at high percentages. However, its high ending lag after being used makes it unwieldy. | |dashdesc=A low-angle thrust. It boosts Robin forward on start-up and, unlike his other Bronze Sword-based attacks, it deals knockback that is strong enough to KO at high percentages. However, its high ending lag after being used makes it unwieldy. | ||
|fsmashname= | |fsmashname= | ||
|fsmashdmg=Bronze: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|9.6}}<br/>Levin: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|16}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|5}} (late) | |fsmashdmg=Bronze: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|9.6}}<br/>Levin: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|16}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|5}} (late) | ||
|fsmashdesc=An underhanded outward thrust. A viable close-ranged punishment option, but suffers from long ending lag. This is remedied due to the Levin Sword's lingering hitbox, although this makes it unsafe if shielded. KOs around 175% with the Bronze Sword and around 100% with the Levin Sword. | |fsmashdesc=An underhanded outward thrust. A viable close-ranged punishment option, but suffers from long ending lag. This is remedied due to the Levin Sword's lingering hitbox, although this makes it unsafe if shielded. KOs around 175% with the Bronze Sword and around 100% with the Levin Sword. | ||
|usmashname= | |usmashname= | ||
|usmashdmg=Bronze: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|9}}<br/>Levin: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15}} (clean sword), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|10}} (clean body), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|5}} (late) | |usmashdmg=Bronze: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|9}}<br/>Levin: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15}} (clean sword), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|10}} (clean body), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|5}} (late) | ||
|usmashdesc=An upward thrust. Deals mainly vertical knockback with decent power, but has high ending lag and low range (often missing opponents directly beside him). Without the Levin Sword, it has poor knockback and horizontal reach. The Levin Sword KOs around 110%. | |usmashdesc=An upward thrust. Deals mainly vertical knockback with decent power, but has high ending lag and low range (often missing opponents directly beside him). Without the Levin Sword, it has poor knockback and horizontal reach. The Levin Sword KOs around 110%. | ||
|dsmashname= | |dsmashname= | ||
|dsmashdmg=Bronze: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|8}}<br/>Levin: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (mid), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|8}} (late) | |dsmashdmg=Bronze: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|8}}<br/>Levin: {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|12}} (mid), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|8}} (late) | ||
|dsmashdesc=Kneels and strikes the floor via a slash with his equipped sword. The Levin Sword generates brief sparks on both sides of Robin, which can hit opponents even after getting up, thus warding off punishment attempts on either side. When coupled with the its hitbox's duration and late hit's surprisingly good knockback, the sparks also make it Robin's most reliable punish move on the ground. Its fair amount of hitlag also makes very effective against shields. However, like his other smash attacks, it suffers from high ending lag. KOs around 150% with the Bronze Sword and around 110% with the Levin Sword. | |dsmashdesc=Kneels and strikes the floor via a slash with his equipped sword. The Levin Sword generates brief sparks on both sides of Robin, which can hit opponents even after getting up, thus warding off punishment attempts on either side. When coupled with the its hitbox's duration and late hit's surprisingly good knockback, the sparks also make it Robin's most reliable punish move on the ground. Its fair amount of hitlag also makes very effective against shields. However, like his other smash attacks, it suffers from high ending lag. KOs around 150% with the Bronze Sword and around 110% with the Levin Sword. | ||
|nairname= | |nairname= | ||
|nairdmg=7% (hits 1-2) | |nairdmg=7% (hits 1-2) | ||
|nairdesc=An inward forward slash followed by an outward backward slash. The backward slash can hit opponents if Robin fast falls from a short hop behind them. A decent spacing option, though it has low knockback. If Robin uses this move while equipped with the Levin Sword, Robin will equip the Bronze Sword again, making this Robin’s only aerial with this property. Autocancels from a short hop. | |nairdesc=An inward forward slash followed by an outward backward slash. The backward slash can hit opponents if Robin fast falls from a short hop behind them. A decent spacing option, though it has low knockback. If Robin uses this move while equipped with the Levin Sword, Robin will equip the Bronze Sword again, making this Robin’s only aerial with this property. Autocancels from a short hop. | ||
|fairname= | |fairname= | ||
|fairdmg=Bronze: 7.5%<br/>Levin: 12.5% (clean), 5% (late) | |fairdmg=Bronze: 7.5%<br/>Levin: 12.5% (clean), 5% (late) | ||
|fairdesc=An upward swipe. Because of its arc, it can catch grounded opponents while in the air. A reliable spacing tool that deals a lot of damage and autocancels from a short hop. It has very poor KO potential with the Bronze Sword, but its knockback makes it easy to combo with, usually into itself, or other aerials. It has a lingering hitbox with the Levin Sword that can deal damage during the move's final frames, with the clean hit from the Levin Sword KOing around 140%. | |fairdesc=An upward swipe. Because of its arc, it can catch grounded opponents while in the air. A reliable spacing tool that deals a lot of damage and autocancels from a short hop. It has very poor KO potential with the Bronze Sword, but its knockback makes it easy to combo with, usually into itself, or other aerials. It has a lingering hitbox with the Levin Sword that can deal damage during the move's final frames, with the clean hit from the Levin Sword KOing around 140%. | ||
|bairname= | |bairname= | ||
|bairdmg=Bronze: 9%<br/>Levin: 15% (clean), 5% (late) | |bairdmg=Bronze: 9%<br/>Levin: 15% (clean), 5% (late) | ||
|bairdesc=A backward thrust. Fast, but has a somewhat narrow hitbox which can make landing it awkward, though it still autocancels from a short hop. It can hit a few frames after ending while using the Levin Sword, which can surprise opponents. It also KOs as early as 100% with the Levin Sword, making it Robin’s strongest aerial, although up aerial with the Levin Sword can KO earlier while high in the air. | |bairdesc=A backward thrust. Fast, but has a somewhat narrow hitbox which can make landing it awkward, though it still autocancels from a short hop. It can hit a few frames after ending while using the Levin Sword, which can surprise opponents. It also KOs as early as 100% with the Levin Sword, making it Robin’s strongest aerial, although up aerial with the Levin Sword can KO earlier while high in the air. | ||
|uairname= | |uairname= | ||
|uairdmg=Bronze: 7.8%<br/>Levin: 13% (clean), 5% (late) | |uairdmg=Bronze: 7.8%<br/>Levin: 13% (clean), 5% (late) | ||
|uairdesc=An upward overhead slash. It is a great juggling option with the Bronze Sword due to its low knockback and large arc, while it is Robin's most effective aerial with the Levin Sword due to its massive range and KO potential. It has lingering hitboxes with the Levin Sword. It can autocancel from a short hop. KOs around 155% with the Bronze Sword and around 110% with the Levin Sword. | |uairdesc=An upward overhead slash. It is a great juggling option with the Bronze Sword due to its low knockback and large arc, while it is Robin's most effective aerial with the Levin Sword due to its massive range and KO potential. It has lingering hitboxes with the Levin Sword. It can autocancel from a short hop. KOs around 155% with the Bronze Sword and around 110% with the Levin Sword. | ||
|dairname=Undercut | |dairname=Undercut | ||
|dairdmg=Bronze: 7.2% (clean), 6% (late)<br/>Levin: 11% (clean), 12% (mid, aerial opponent), 10% (mid, grounded opponent), 5% (late) | |dairdmg=Bronze: 7.2% (clean), 6% (late)<br/>Levin: 11% (clean), 12% (mid, aerial opponent), 10% (mid, grounded opponent), 5% (late) | ||
|dairdesc=A downward slash. It also hits slightly in front of Robin. The sweetspot in the middle of the Levin Sword can [[meteor smash]] while it is swung down, while the Bronze Sword cannot meteor smash at all. The move has a lingering hitbox if the Levin Sword is used. The long recovery frames and high landing lag makes this move unreliable, and it is Robin’s only aerial that cannot autocancel from a short hop. | |dairdesc=A downward slash. It also hits slightly in front of Robin. The sweetspot in the middle of the Levin Sword can [[meteor smash]] while it is swung down, while the Bronze Sword cannot meteor smash at all. The move has a lingering hitbox if the Levin Sword is used. The long recovery frames and high landing lag makes this move unreliable, and it is Robin’s only aerial that cannot autocancel from a short hop. | ||
|grabname= | |grabname= | ||
|grabdesc=Wraps the opponent in a whirling stream of magic. Despite its animation, its range is below average, unlike [[Greninja_(SSB4)|Greninja]]'s visually similar grab, which has an above average reach. Has fast start-up like other characters' standing grabs, but has the longest amount of ending lag of all non-[[tether grab]]s in the game, making it punishable if missed. The pivot grab has surprising reach, but slightly more ending lag than the standing grab. The dash grab has even more ending lag than the pivot grab and even less reach, giving Robin one of the worst dash grabs in the game, to the point that it is potentially on par with [[Ganondorf_(SSB4)|Ganondorf]]'s. | |grabdesc=Wraps the opponent in a whirling stream of magic. Despite its animation, its range is below average, unlike [[Greninja_(SSB4)|Greninja]]'s visually similar grab, which has an above average reach. Has fast start-up like other characters' standing grabs, but has the longest amount of ending lag of all non-[[tether grab]]s in the game, making it punishable if missed. The pivot grab has surprising reach, but slightly more ending lag than the standing grab. The dash grab has even more ending lag than the pivot grab and even less reach, giving Robin one of the worst dash grabs in the game, to the point that it is potentially on par with [[Ganondorf_(SSB4)|Ganondorf]]'s. | ||
|pummelname= | |pummelname= | ||
|pummeldmg=3% | |pummeldmg=3% | ||
|pummeldesc=A small blast of magic. The second slowest pummel in the game, being surpassed only by {{SSB4|Mii Swordfighter}}'s pummel. Its slow speed can result in opponents potentially breaking out of Robin's grab at low percentages before Robin can throw after a single pummel first. However, it becomes safer to use at higher percentages. | |pummeldesc=A small blast of magic. The second slowest pummel in the game, being surpassed only by {{SSB4|Mii Swordfighter}}'s pummel. Its slow speed can result in opponents potentially breaking out of Robin's grab at low percentages before Robin can throw after a single pummel first. However, it becomes safer to use at higher percentages. | ||
|fthrowname= | |fthrowname= | ||
|fthrowdmg=8% | |fthrowdmg=8% | ||
|fthrowdesc=Magically shoves the opponent forward. Virtually no utility outside of dealing damage, as its incredibly low knockback makes it unable to KO at reasonable percentages, while its high ending lag makes ineffective as a set-up option. | |fthrowdesc=Magically shoves the opponent forward. Virtually no utility outside of dealing damage, as its incredibly low knockback makes it unable to KO at reasonable percentages, while its high ending lag makes ineffective as a set-up option. | ||
|bthrowname= | |bthrowname= | ||
|bthrowdmg=11% | |bthrowdmg=11% | ||
|bthrowdesc=Turns around and magically tosses the opponent backward. Robin's strongest throw, with very high base knockback and decently high knockback growth, KOing even some heavyweights at around 170% near the edge without [[rage]]. It can also be used reliably for throwing the opponent out of his reach to charge Thunder. | |bthrowdesc=Turns around and magically tosses the opponent backward. Robin's strongest throw, with very high base knockback and decently high knockback growth, KOing even some heavyweights at around 170% near the edge without [[rage]]. It can also be used reliably for throwing the opponent out of his reach to charge Thunder. | ||
|uthrowname= | |uthrowname= | ||
|uthrowdmg=9% | |uthrowdmg=9% | ||
|uthrowdesc=Magically heaves the opponent upward. Like forward throw, it is only suitable for dealing damage due to its problematic knockback, which results in it being unable to KO at reasonable percentages and lacking any potential as a set-up option. | |uthrowdesc=Magically heaves the opponent upward. Like forward throw, it is only suitable for dealing damage due to its problematic knockback, which results in it being unable to KO at reasonable percentages and lacking any potential as a set-up option. | ||
|dthrowname= | |dthrowname= | ||
|dthrowdmg=6% | |dthrowdmg=6% | ||
|dthrowdesc=Magically slams the opponent onto the ground, launching them vertically. Its extremely low base knockback and low ending lag makes it an excellent combo starter at almost any percentage. Its low hitstun until high percentages, however, prevents true combos into moves other than his neutral attack and up tilt. However, at high percentages, Robin can follow up with an up aerial for a safe KO; when performed correctly within the proper percent window, this combo is inescapable for every character except {{SSB4|Bowser}} and {{SSB4|Charizard}}. This combo is referred to by players as the "Checkmate". | |dthrowdesc=Magically slams the opponent onto the ground, launching them vertically. Its extremely low base knockback and low ending lag makes it an excellent combo starter at almost any percentage. Its low hitstun until high percentages, however, prevents true combos into moves other than his neutral attack and up tilt. However, at high percentages, Robin can follow up with an up aerial for a safe KO; when performed correctly within the proper percent window, this combo is inescapable for every character except {{SSB4|Bowser}} and {{SSB4|Charizard}}. This combo is referred to by players as the "Checkmate". | ||
|floorfname= | |floorfname= | ||
|floorfdmg=7% | |floorfdmg=7% | ||
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|nsdefdesc=Robin casts [[fireemblemwiki:Thunder (magic)|thunder magic]] from his [[fireemblemwiki:Thunder (tome)|Thunder tome]]. It is a chargeable projectile with distinct properties for each charge level: Thunder (a fast, weak, and short-ranged spark) is produced when the move is uncharged, followed by [[fireemblemwiki:Elthunder|Elthunder]] (a yellow, stronger ball of lightning with more range), which is cast when briefly charged, then [[fireemblemwiki:Arcthunder|Arcthunder]] (a red, gradually accelerating and multiple hitting sphere), and finally [[fireemblemwiki:Thoron|Thoron]] (a powerful, long-ranged electrical energy beam that can stretch across the length of any stage; holding the special button also increases the beam’s damage and length) when fully charged. Each of them has its uses: Thunder and Elthunder can be used as an anti-pressure option, Arcthunder can be used for briefly trapping opponents for a free follow-up and has some off-stage KO potential, and Thoron has the highest KO potential of all of its versions, also making it useful if Robin’s tome is about to expire. Takes ~3 seconds to fully charge. | |nsdefdesc=Robin casts [[fireemblemwiki:Thunder (magic)|thunder magic]] from his [[fireemblemwiki:Thunder (tome)|Thunder tome]]. It is a chargeable projectile with distinct properties for each charge level: Thunder (a fast, weak, and short-ranged spark) is produced when the move is uncharged, followed by [[fireemblemwiki:Elthunder|Elthunder]] (a yellow, stronger ball of lightning with more range), which is cast when briefly charged, then [[fireemblemwiki:Arcthunder|Arcthunder]] (a red, gradually accelerating and multiple hitting sphere), and finally [[fireemblemwiki:Thoron|Thoron]] (a powerful, long-ranged electrical energy beam that can stretch across the length of any stage; holding the special button also increases the beam’s damage and length) when fully charged. Each of them has its uses: Thunder and Elthunder can be used as an anti-pressure option, Arcthunder can be used for briefly trapping opponents for a free follow-up and has some off-stage KO potential, and Thoron has the highest KO potential of all of its versions, also making it useful if Robin’s tome is about to expire. Takes ~3 seconds to fully charge. | ||
|nsc1name=Thunder+ | |nsc1name=Thunder+ | ||
|nsc1dmg=5% (Thunder), 12% (Elthunder), 5% (Arcthunder hit 1), 1.2% (Arcthunder loop, 6 hits), 1.2% (Arcthunder last), 3.5% (Thoron loop, ~6 hits, ~9 hits boosted). | |nsc1dmg=5% (Thunder), 12% (Elthunder), 5% (Arcthunder hit 1), 1.2% (Arcthunder loop, 6 hits), 1.2% (Arcthunder last), 3.5% (Thoron loop, ~6 hits, ~9 hits boosted). | ||
|nsc1desc=Robin casts bigger, stronger thunder magic that goes a little farther and comes out a little slower. The tome charges slower (~4 seconds) and has less durability. | |nsc1desc=Robin casts bigger, stronger thunder magic that goes a little farther and comes out a little slower. The tome charges slower (~4 seconds) and has less durability. | ||
|nsc2name=Speed Thunder | |nsc2name=Speed Thunder | ||
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|dsc2name=Goetia | |dsc2name=Goetia | ||
|dsc2dmg=1% (per hit), (up to 19 hits) | |dsc2dmg=1% (per hit), (up to 19 hits) | ||
|dsc2desc=Robin casts {{s|fireemblemwiki|Goetia}}, the strongest {{iw|fireemblemwiki| | |dsc2desc=Robin casts {{s|fireemblemwiki|Goetia}}, the strongest {{iw|fireemblemwiki|dark|magic}} tome in ''Fire Emblem Awakening''. Deals more damage and [[Push|sucks]] in opponents, but does not heal Robin and has much slower start-up. Robin does not say “Nosferatu” when casting. | ||
|fsname=Pair Up | |fsname=Pair Up | ||
|fsdmg=3%/2% (hit 1), 2% (hits 2-14), 14% (hit 15) | |fsdmg=3%/2% (hit 1), 2% (hits 2-14), 14% (hit 15) | ||
|fsdesc=Summons [[Chrom]] via [[fireemblemwiki:Warp (staff)|warp magic]] to [[fireemblemwiki:Pair Up|pair up]] and attack. Chrom slashes the opponent upward into the air and then he and Robin relentlessly attack the opponent, with Chrom repeatedly slashing with {{ | |fsdesc=Summons [[Chrom]] via [[fireemblemwiki:Warp (staff)|warp magic]] to [[fireemblemwiki:Pair Up|pair up]] and attack. Chrom slashes the opponent upward into the air and then he and Robin relentlessly attack the opponent, with Chrom repeatedly slashing with {{s|fireemblemwiki|Falchion}}, while Robin casts thunder and fire magic, including {{s|fireemblemwiki|Bolganone}}. After they finish their barrage, they perform a final simultaneous strike that spikes the opponent to the ground, which deals enough recoil to launch them towards the upper blast line. It KOs at 45% and also fully replenishes all of Robin's weapons. | ||
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Durability points for weapons do not replenish while Robin is using a tome, and the only way to replenish a weapon is to get a new copy of it. Respawning after being KO'd also replenishes all weapons, as does [[Pair Up]], though only if it is used successfully. | Durability points for weapons do not replenish while Robin is using a tome, and the only way to replenish a weapon is to get a new copy of it. Respawning after being KO'd also replenishes all weapons, as does [[Pair Up]], though only if it is used successfully. | ||
*Thunder has 20 durability points, though its custom variation, Thunder+, has 10 durability points. Even if the tome has less durability than the spell requires, it can still be performed, though the tome will be immediately depleted afterward. Thunder respawns 10 seconds after being depleted, minus 1.5 seconds per KO. | |||
**Thunder uses 1 durability point in both its regular form and Thunder+ variants. | |||
**Elthunder uses 3 durability points in its regular form and 2.5 durability points in its Thunder+ variant. | |||
**Arcthunder uses 5 durability points in its regular form and 4.5 durability points in its Thunder+ variant. | |||
***Because of this, Thunder+ can not only get a third Arcthunder out per tome, but cast two and just barely leave room for a Thoron. | |||
**Thoron uses 8 durability points in its regular form and 10 durability points in its Thunder+ variant. | |||
***Because of this, Thunder can execute 3 Thorons per tome, while Thunder+ can only execute 1. Saving a Thoron right before a Thunder+ tome is depleted can get the most out of it. | |||
***If {{SSB4|Kirby}} [[Inhale (Kirby)|copies]] Robin, he will lose the [[List of Copy Abilities|Copy Ability]] altogether once he depletes his Thunder's 20 durability points. | |||
*Arcfire has 6 durability points. Arcfire and his neutral attack hit 3 use 1 durability point each. Arcfire respawns 10 seconds after being depleted, minus 1 second per KO. | |||
*Elwind has 18 durability points. Elwind uses 2 durability points and his neutral infinite uses 1 durability point for every second. It respawns 6 seconds after being depleted, minus 2 seconds per KO. | |||
*Nosferatu has 4 durability points. It respawns 40 seconds after being depleted, minus 1 second per KO. | |||
*Levin Sword has 8 durability points. It respawns 6 seconds after breaking, minus 3 seconds per KO. | |||
===[[On-screen appearance]]=== | ===[[On-screen appearance]]=== | ||
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{{Taunt/SSB4 | {{Taunt/SSB4 | ||
|char=Robin | |char=Robin | ||
|desc-up=Points the active sword upwards and says, "Let's tip the scales!" ({{ja| | |desc-up=Points the active sword upwards and says, "Let's tip the scales!" ({{ja|戦局を変える.|Senkyoku wo kaeru.}}, ''I'll change the state of war''.). Female Robin says, "Time to tip the scales!" ({{ja|戦局を変えます.|Senkyoku wo kaemasu.}}, ''I'll change the state of war''.) | ||
|desc-side=Magically suspends the active sword and tome above both hands, rotates the sword in place and flips through the tome's pages using magic, and says, "Prepare yourself!" In Japanese, male Robin says {{ja|覚悟はいいかい?|Kakugo wa ī kai?}}, (''Are you prepared?''), while female Robin says {{ja|覚悟はいいですか?|Kakugo wa ī desu ka?}}, (''Are you prepared?'') | |desc-side=Magically suspends the active sword and tome above both hands, rotates the sword in place and flips through the tome's pages using magic, and says, "Prepare yourself!" In Japanese, male Robin says {{ja|覚悟はいいかい?|Kakugo wa ī kai?}}, (''Are you prepared?''), while female Robin says {{ja|覚悟はいいですか?|Kakugo wa ī desu ka?}}, (''Are you prepared?'') | ||
|desc-down=Magically encircles himself with the active sword and tome and says, "You're not ready!" ({{ja| | |desc-down=Magically encircles himself with the active sword and tome and says, "You're not ready!" ({{ja|やってやるさ.|Yatte yaru sa.}}, ''Let's do it then.'') Female Robin says, "Here I go!" ({{ja|いきますよ!|Ikimasu yo!}}, ''Let us go!'')}} | ||
===[[Idle pose]]s=== | ===[[Idle pose]]s=== | ||
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===[[Crowd cheer]]=== | ===[[Crowd cheer]]=== | ||
{| | {{Crowd | ||
|- | |char=Robin | ||
|char-jp=Reflet | |||
|game=SSB4 | |||
|desc-us=Ro-bin! | |||
|desc-jp=Ru-fu-re! | |||
|pitch-us=Group chant | |||
|pitch-jp=Group chant}} | |||
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===[[Victory pose]]s=== | ===[[Victory pose]]s=== | ||
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|victory-desc=An orchestral excerpt of the title theme from ''{{s|fireemblemwiki|Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light}}'', which has since become the main theme of the ''Fire Emblem'' series. | |victory-desc=An orchestral excerpt of the title theme from ''{{s|fireemblemwiki|Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light}}'', which has since become the main theme of the ''Fire Emblem'' series. | ||
|desc-1=Crosses arms with weapons in hand, then spins clockwise and swings the Levin Sword. Male Robin says "I'm always three steps ahead." In the Japanese version, he says {{ja| | |desc-1=Crosses arms with weapons in hand, then spins clockwise and swings the Levin Sword. Male Robin says "I'm always three steps ahead." In the Japanese version, he says {{ja|常に三手先を考えるんだ.|Tsune ni san tesaki wo kangaerun da.}} (''I always think three steps ahead.'') Female Robin says "A good tactician has nothing to fear." In the Japanese version, she says {{ja|戦略を練れば、恐るるに足りません.|Senryaku wo nereba, osore ruru ni tari masen.}}, (''If you have a strategy, there is nothing to fear.'') | ||
|desc-2=Holds the Thunder tome in left hand and spreads out right arm. Male Robin says "The key to victory lies within." In the Japanese version, he says {{ja|勝利の秘策はここにある|Shōri no hisaku wa koko ni aru.}} (''The secret to victory is here.'') Female Robin says "Ha! Checkmate." In the Japanese version, she says {{ja|私の策にはまりましたね!|Watashi no saku ni hamari mashi ta ne!}} (''According to plan!'') | |desc-2=Holds the Thunder tome in left hand and spreads out right arm. Male Robin says "The key to victory lies within." In the Japanese version, he says {{ja|勝利の秘策はここにある|Shōri no hisaku wa koko ni aru.}} (''The secret to victory is here.'') Female Robin says "Ha! Checkmate." In the Japanese version, she says {{ja|私の策にはまりましたね!|Watashi no saku ni hamari mashi ta ne!}} (''According to plan!'') | ||
**''If {{SSB4|Lucina}} is present after a match, male Robin sometimes says "Lucina, I hope I didn't hurt you." In the Japanese version, he says {{ja|ルキナ、痛くなかったかい?|Rukina, itaku nakatta kai?}} (Lucina, are you hurt?) | **''If {{SSB4|Lucina}} is present after a match, male Robin sometimes says "Lucina, I hope I didn't hurt you." In the Japanese version, he says {{ja|ルキナ、痛くなかったかい?|Rukina, itaku nakatta kai?}} (Lucina, are you hurt?) | ||
|desc-3=Robin and Chrom face the screen while back to back, posing with their weapons. Male Robin says "It seems our fates are joined." In the Japanese version, he says {{ja| | |desc-3=Robin and Chrom face the screen while back to back, posing with their weapons. Male Robin says "It seems our fates are joined." In the Japanese version, he says {{ja|僕たちは互いに絆で結ばれているんだ.|Bokutachi wa tagai ni kizuna de musubarete irun da.}} (''We are bonded by mutual ties.'') Female Robin says "I've got your back." In the Japanese version, she says {{ja|私が、あなたの半身になります.|Watashi ga, anata no hanshin ni nari masu.}} (''I'll be your other half.'') | ||
**''If Lucina is present after a match, female Robin sometimes says "How can you protect Chrom if you can't protect yourself?" In the Japanese version, she says {{ja|そんなことじゃ、クロムさんを守れませんよ!|Sonna koto ja, Kuromu-san wo mamore masen yo!}} (You can't protect Chrom like that!) | **''If Lucina is present after a match, female Robin sometimes says "How can you protect Chrom if you can't protect yourself?" In the Japanese version, she says {{ja|そんなことじゃ、クロムさんを守れませんよ!|Sonna koto ja, Kuromu-san wo mamore masen yo!}} (You can't protect Chrom like that!) | ||
**''If Robin used [[Pair Up]] during the match, Chrom will sometimes say "My strength is yours!" In the Japanese version he says {{ja|お前は俺が守る!|Omae wa ore ga mamoru!}} (I'll protect you!), the same quote Chrom shouts when a unit pairs up with him in ''Awakening''. Oddly, this clip is unavailable in the [[Sound Test]].'' | **''If Robin used [[Pair Up]] during the match, Chrom will sometimes say "My strength is yours!" In the Japanese version he says {{ja|お前は俺が守る!|Omae wa ore ga mamoru!}} (I'll protect you!), the same quote Chrom shouts when a unit pairs up with him in ''Awakening''. Oddly, this clip is unavailable in the [[Sound Test]].'' | ||
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==In | ==In competitive play== | ||
===[[Official Custom Moveset Project]]=== | ===[[Official Custom Moveset Project]]=== | ||
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=== | ===Notable players=== | ||
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*{{Sm|Athena|USA}} - Placed 7th at [[2GG: Breakthrough]]. | |||
*{{Sm|Dath|USA}} - One of the best Robin players in the world. Placed 4th at [[Glitch]], 17th at [[CEO 2016]], 25th at [[EVO 2016]] and 3rd at [[Shine 2016]]. | |||
*{{Flag|USA}} [[Smasher:Jerm (United States)|Jerm]] - Placed 33rd at [[GENESIS 3]], 25th at [[Clutch City Clash]] and 9th at [[Aftershock 2016]]. | |||
*{{Sm|Johan|USA}} - Ranked 4th on the [[Oklahoma Power Rankings]]. | |||
*{{Sm|Ke-ya|Japan}} - One of the best Robin players in the world. Placed 9th at [[Umebura 25]], 33rd at Super SmashCon 2017, and 5th at [http://challonge.com/Karisuma11t Karisuma 11]. | |||
*{{Sm|Matsu|UK}} - Ranked 14th on the [[United Kingdom Power Rankings]]. | |||
*{{Sm|Mr.II|Japan}} - The best Robin player in Japan prior to his hiatus. Placed 33rd at [[Pound 2016]], where he also scored a win against {{Sm|Nairo}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Nairo|USA}} - One of the first notable Robin players before switching to {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}. Robin is now one of his secondaries. | |||
*{{Sm|Raziek|Canada}} - Considered one of the best Robin players in the world before switching to {{SSB4|Cloud}}. Placed 33rd at [[The Big House 5]] (where he also won a game against {{Sm|ZeRo}}) and 25th at [[Get On My Level 2016]]. | |||
*{{Sm|Salem|USA}} - Placed 7th at [[SKTAR 4]] before switching to {{SSB4|Bayonetta}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Skorpio|USA}} - Placed 7th at [[Combo Breaker 2016]], 2nd at [[Nexus]] and 3rd at [[Midwest Mayhem 7: Mexico Invasion]]. Has wins over {{Sm|tyroy}}, {{Sm|Javi|p=Smash 4}}, {{Sm|JJROCKETS}} and {{Sm|Sinnyboo242}}. | |||
*{{Sm|SmashG0D|USA}} - Robin is one of his numerous secondaries. | |||
*{{Sm|Trela|USA}} - Robin was among numerous characters he used before switching to {{SSB4|Ryu}}. | |||
*{{Sm|Xzax|USA}} - Placed 1st at [https://smashboards.com/rankings/smash-or-die-4.3358/event Smash or Die 4] before switching to {{SSB4|Fox}}. | |||
===Tier placement and history=== | |||
Opinions on Robin's viability have fluctuated during ''SSB4''{{'}}s metagame. At first, he was considered a high-tier character due to strong projectiles and keep away games, as well as high KO power thanks to the Levin Sword and back throw's immense power. Even so, a small number of players argued against him that his mobility was too slow for him to accomplish a lot, combined with poor grab game, weak projectiles that took too long to charge and could be cancelled out by pretty much any other projectile, mediocre recovery, and having a limit to how many times he could use many moves before becoming virtually helpless, Robin was considered a low-tier character, and many smashers would slowly start to drop him in favor of another character (such as {{Sm|Xzax}} with {{SSB4|Mario}} and {{Sm|Nairo}} with {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}). Eventually, the latter opinion would slowly start to become more prominent, until game updates notably buffed Robin over the course (particularly 1.1.0 and 1.1.1, which granted Robin better shield pressure and a combo throw). This, combined with slow improvements to his metagame, and decent results from a small number of dedicated smashers such as {{Sm|Dath}}, {{Sm|Jerm}} and {{Sm|Mr.II}}, opinions on Robin would improve slowly, and they would eventually break with the consensus of being a low-tier character after a player managed to take a game from ZeRo's Sheik (the best ''SSB4'' player in the world using who was considered to be the best character in the game) in a tournament using Robin, being ranked at 31st on the first ''4BR'' [[tier list]], assessing him as a mid-tier character. | |||
=== | Despite Robin’s results remaining below average, as well as the introduction of {{SSB4|Corrin}} and {{SSB4|Bayonetta}}, Dath would place 3rd at [[Shine 2016]], which was notable enough for Robin to maintain his ranking of 31st on the second tier list. Even so, Robin has lately seen worse results, and was thus ranked 34th on the third tier list, and his lack of a relatively large playerbase in comparison to other mid-tier characters, such as {{SSB4|Bowser}}, has significantly deterred him from rising any further on the tier list, rather dropping to 37th on the fourth and current tier list, sharing the spot with Samus. | ||
==[[List of Super Smash Bros. 4 character trailers#Robin and Lucina|Reveal trailer]]== | |||
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==Trophies== | |||
:'''Robin''' | |||
::{{flag|ntsc}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-3ds}} ''This is the male Robin, your avatar in Fire Emblem Awakening. The goal of this adventure doesn't change much because of your gender choice, but Robin's marriage options do. In Smash Bros., Robin brings powerful magic and swordplay to bear. He can exhaust his moves, but they'll be restored over time.'' | |||
::{{flag|ntsc}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-wiiu}} ''This is the male Robin, an avatar in Fire Emblem Awakening. The goal of that game doesn't change much because of your gender choice, but Robin's hairstyle options do. In Smash Bros., Robin brings powerful magic and swordplay to bear. He can exhaust his moves, but they'll be restored over time.'' | |||
::{{flag|pal}} ''When Robin is found at the start of Fire Emblem Awakening, he (or she!) discovers that, even without his memories, he is a master tactician. In this game, his attacks are powerful, but in true Fire Emblem style, how many times his magic can be used is limited. This also applies to the thunder magic his sword is imbued with.'' | |||
{{Trophy games|console1=3DS|game1=Fire Emblem Awakening (02/2013)}} | |||
:'''Robin (Alt.)''' | |||
::{{flag|ntsc}} ''Robin's magic is powerful, but it has limited uses before needing to recharge. Thunder can be charged in stages, will become Thoron at max charge, and gains damage and speed with its charge. Arcfire creates a flame pillar, perfect for dealing with an edge-clinging foe.'' | |||
::{{flag|pal}} ''Robin's magic is powerful, but in return, its uses are limited. You can charge Thunder in steps, and when it's fully charged, it turns into Thoron, increasing its speed and dealing more damage. Arcfire creates a flame pillar when it hits something. Use it on an opponent who's clinging to an edge to stop them getting back on the stage.'' | |||
{{Trophy games|console1=3DS|game1=Fire Emblem Awakening (02/2013)}} | |||
:'''Pair Up''' | |||
::{{flag|ntsc}} ''Like the Pair Up feature in Fire Emblem Awakening that lets two characters attack a foe at once, Robin's Final Smash calls Chrom, the Prince of Ylisse, to the battlefield. First, Chrom dashes forward and if he lands a hit, Robin joins him for a flawless combination of attacks. It can even catch multiple opponents at once!'' | |||
::{{flag|pal}} ''Like the Pair Up feature in Fire Emblem Awakening, which lets two characters attack a foe at once, Robin's Final Smash calls Chrom, the Prince of Ylisse, to the battlefield. First, Chrom dashes forwards, and if he lands a hit, Robin joins him for a flawless combination of attacks. It can even catch multiple opponents at once!'' | |||
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<gallery> | |||
RobinTrophy3DS.png|Classic (3DS) | |||
RobinAltTrophy3DS.png|Alt. (3DS) | |||
RobinTrophyWiiU.png|Classic (Wii U) | |||
RobinAltTrophyWiiU.png|Alt. (Wii U) | |||
PairUpTrophyWiiU.png|[[Pair Up]] | |||
</gallery> | |||
</center> | |||
== | ==In [[Event Match]]es== | ||
===Solo Events=== | |||
* '''[[New Challengers 2]]''': Robin is one of the seven opponents fought in this event alongside {{SSB4|Greninja}}, {{SSB4|Palutena}}, {{SSB4|Shulk}}, {{SSB4|Dark Pit}}, {{SSB4|Mega Man}}, and {{SSB4|Pac-Man}}. | * '''[[New Challengers 2]]''': Robin is one of the seven opponents fought in this event alongside {{SSB4|Greninja}}, {{SSB4|Palutena}}, {{SSB4|Shulk}}, {{SSB4|Dark Pit}}, {{SSB4|Mega Man}}, and {{SSB4|Pac-Man}}. | ||
* '''[[The Falchion's Seal]]''': Robin must use [[Pair Up]] to defeat a giant {{SSB4|Charizard}}. | * '''[[The Falchion's Seal]]''': Robin must use [[Pair Up]] to defeat a giant {{SSB4|Charizard}}. | ||
* '''[[The Ultimate Swordsman]]''': Both male and female Robins are opponents that {{SSB4|Ike}} must defeat. | * '''[[The Ultimate Swordsman]]''': Both male and female Robins are opponents that {{SSB4|Ike}} must defeat. | ||
===Co-op Events=== | |||
* '''[[A Royal Errand]]''': Robin and {{SSB4|Marth}} must collect 500G from {{SSB4|Wario}} and {{SSB4|Bowser}}. | * '''[[A Royal Errand]]''': Robin and {{SSB4|Marth}} must collect 500G from {{SSB4|Wario}} and {{SSB4|Bowser}}. | ||
* '''[[Peach in Peril]]''': Female Robin is one of the opponents Bowser and {{SSB4|Bowser Jr.}} must defeat without KOing {{SSB4|Peach}}. | * '''[[Peach in Peril]]''': Female Robin is one of the opponents Bowser and {{SSB4|Bowser Jr.}} must defeat without KOing {{SSB4|Peach}}. | ||
* '''[[Scheming Sorcerer]]''': {{SSB4|Yoshi}} and {{SSB4|Toon Link}} must defeat male and female Robin, followed by a metal male Robin and a giant metal female Robin. | * '''[[Scheming Sorcerer]]''': {{SSB4|Yoshi}} and {{SSB4|Toon Link}} must defeat male and female Robin, followed by a metal male Robin and a giant metal female Robin. | ||
* '''[[The Ultimate Battle]]''': Two players select a character and must defeat the entire roster. | * '''[[The Ultimate Battle]]''': Two players select a character and must defeat the entire roster. | ||
==[[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Robin|Alternate costumes]]== | ==[[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Robin|Alternate costumes]]== | ||
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|{{Head|Robin|g=SSB4|s=50px|cl=Pink}} | |{{Head|Robin|g=SSB4|s=50px|cl=Pink}} | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Robin and Lucina Poster.jpg|Artwork of Robin and {{SSB4|Lucina}} from the [[Super Smash Bros. 4 Official Site|official site]]. | |||
SSB4 Newcomer Introduction Robin.png|Robin's splash art. | SSB4 Newcomer Introduction Robin.png|Robin's splash art. | ||
Robin amiibo.png|Robin's [[amiibo]]. | Robin amiibo.png|Robin's [[amiibo]]. | ||
SSB4 - Robin Daily.jpg|The Pic of the Day shown during Robin's reveal. | SSB4 - Robin Daily.jpg|The Pic of the Day shown during Robin's reveal. | ||
SSB4 - Robin Screen-1.jpg|Male Robin in {{forwiiu}}. | SSB4 - Robin Screen-1.jpg|Male Robin in {{forwiiu}}. | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
{{ImageCaption|File:SSB4-3DS - Robin Levin Sword Item.png|File:SSB4-WiiU - Robin Levin Sword Item.png|width1=120x120px|width2=128x128px|align = right|caption=Robin wielding the Levin Sword as an item<br> alongside the Bronze Sword.}} | {{ImageCaption|File:SSB4-3DS - Robin Levin Sword Item.png|File:SSB4-WiiU - Robin Levin Sword Item.png|width1=120x120px|width2=128x128px|align = right|caption=Robin wielding the Levin Sword as an item<br> alongside the Bronze Sword.}} | ||
*When Robin's Levin Sword breaks, it can still be caught and carried around as a throwing weapon. While Robin is still holding it, they can gain another Levin Sword in the other hand after 6 seconds, making it look like two Levin swords are being held. | *When Robin's Levin Sword breaks, it can still be caught and carried around as a throwing weapon. While Robin is still holding it, they can gain another Levin Sword in the other hand after 6 seconds, making it look like two Levin swords are being held. | ||
*Robin will hold their open hand out as if they were holding a tome even after discarding one. If Thunder is fully charged prior to tossing a different tome, the empty hand will still emit electricity indicating the tome's full charge. | *Robin will hold their open hand out as if they were holding a tome even after discarding one. If Thunder is fully charged prior to tossing a different tome, the empty hand will still emit electricity indicating the tome's full charge. | ||
*Robin is the only playable ''Fire Emblem'' character in ''Smash | *Robin is the only playable ''Fire Emblem'' character in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series without a [[counterattack]]. They are also the only ''Fire Emblem'' character with a [[neutral special move]] that automatically charges, can be stored, and can be canceled. | ||
*Robin is the only playable ''Fire Emblem'' character who cannot equip sword or cape [[equipment]]. | *Robin is the only playable ''Fire Emblem'' character who cannot equip sword or cape [[equipment]]. | ||
*When Robin is KO'd, he or she may say respective defeat quotes from ''Fire Emblem Awakening'' depending on their gender. Male Robin may mutter "Reckless fool...!" while female Robin may yell "I was careless!" | *When Robin is KO'd, he or she may say respective defeat quotes from ''Fire Emblem Awakening'' depending on their gender. Male Robin may mutter "Reckless fool...!" while female Robin may yell "I was careless!" | ||
**The Japanese version has her say "{{ja|油断しました!|Yudan shimashita!}}" ("I've been careless!"), in reference to dying in the games. | **The Japanese version has her say "{{ja|油断しました!|Yudan shimashita!}}" ("I've been careless!"), in reference to dying in the games. | ||
*In the German version of ''SSB4'' Robin's name is "Daraen", like in the French (PAL), Spanish (PAL) and Italian versions. This contradicts the German version of ''Fire Emblem Awakening'', where the Avatar's default name is "Robin" as it is in English. | *In the German version of ''SSB4'' Robin's name is "Daraen", like in the French (PAL), Spanish (PAL) and Italian versions. This contradicts the German version of ''Fire Emblem Awakening'', where the Avatar's default name is "Robin" as it is in English. | ||
*The day that Robin was revealed, July 14th, almost coincided with the release dates of two past ''Fire Emblem'' games: ''{{s|fireemblemwiki|Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem | *The day that Robin was revealed, July 14th, almost coincided with the release dates of two past ''Fire Emblem'' games: ''{{s|fireemblemwiki|Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem, Heroes of Light and Shadow}}'' was released on July 15th, 2010, while ''{{iw|fireemblemwiki|Fire Emblem|game}}'' was released in Europe on July 16th, 2004. | ||
*Robin’s official artwork on the website uniquely features both genders standing side-by-side. This is not the case for any other characters whose alternate costumes change their gender. | *Robin’s official artwork on the website uniquely features both genders standing side-by-side. This is not the case for any other characters whose alternate costumes change their gender. | ||
**In-game, only solo portraits of Male and Female Robin are used (with Male Robin also being the basis for their amiibo) | **In-game, only solo portraits of Male and Female Robin are used (with Male Robin also being the basis for their amiibo) | ||
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