Fox (SSBM): Difference between revisions

*{{Sm|Armada|Sweden}} - One of the Five Gods; Armada initially developed Fox as a counterpick to the {{SSBM|Jigglypuff}} matchup (instead of his usual {{SSBM|Peach}}), but his Fox eventually saw use against a variety of matchups and players. His Fox is often described as a perfect balance of aggressive and passive play, and he is the namesake of the "Armada Shine," a perfectly timed [[shine spike]] against an opposing Fox while charging their {{Mvsub|Fox|SSBM|up special}}.

*{{Sm|Chillin|USA}} - Widely credited as the inventor of the Fox metagame during ''Melee''{{'}}s early lifetime, Chillin was known for pioneering many of Fox's essential techniques, such as [[waveshine]] combos and falling {{Mvsub|Fox|SSBM|up aerial}}s, as well as taking sets off of {{Sm|Ken}}, the best player in the world at the time.

*{{Sm|Cody Schwab|USA}} - The best Fox player in the world post-quarantine, with supermajor victories at both {{Trn|Smash Summit 12}} and {{Trn|Smash Summit 13}}; known for his impressive utilization of Fox's recovery options, as well as his prowess in the {{SSBM|Jigglypuff}} and {{SSBM|Marth}} matchups.

*{{Sm|Colbol|USA}} - One of the best Fox players in the world, known for placing 10th on the [[SSBMRank 2014]], and his 5th place finish at {{Trn|Apex 2014}}, which was one of the strongest placings for a solo Fox main at the time.

*{{Sm|Druggedfox|USA}} - Known for his heavy reaction and punished based playstyle. Among his significant results include 13th place at {{Trn|EVO 2016}}, 17th at {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2016}}, 9th at {{Trn|UGC Smash Open}}.

*{{Sm|Fiction|USA}} - Best solo Fox main in SoCal before switching to {{SSBM|Falco}} in 2021.

*{{Sm|Hax$|USA}} - Originally a Captain Falcon main until his switch to Fox in 2014, achieving 8th on the [[SSBMRank 2014]] with only Fox. Widely renowned as an extremely technical Fox player, frequently using the notoriously difficult [[multishine]]s in competitive matches.

*{{Sm|Ice|Germany}} - While active, was known as one of the best players in Europe behind Armada and {{Sm|Leffen}}, and had numerous top eight finishes in North American tournaments, including 3rd at {{Trn|The Big House 6}}.

*{{Sm|Jman|USA}} - Jman was known for peaking at just below the skill of the [[Five Gods]] during his prime from 2009 to 2011, having taken sets off of Mang0, Mew2King, and {{Sm|PPMD}}, and was the strongest solo Fox main since Chillin.

*{{Sm|Leffen|Sweden}} - Widely regarded as one of the greatest Fox players of all time, and following his rise to dominance in 2015, became the first solo Fox main ever to become a consistent tournament threat. His 3rd place on the [[SSBMRank 2015]] was the highest ever finish for a solo Fox main on a global rankings. Known for his strong neutral game, consistent execution of [[ledgedash]]es and other advanced techniques, and his prowess in the {{SSBM|Peach}} matchup, especially vs. Armada.

*{{Sm|Lucky|USA}} - One of the best solo Fox mains in SoCal, known for his extensive consistent placements and longevity throughout the 2010s, with victories over Hungrybox, Mang0, Mew2King, and PPMD.

*{{Sm|Mang0|USA}} - One of the Five Gods, known for switching from Jigglypuff to Fox along with a Falco co-main. Mang0 is known for his free-flowing combo game and heavily read-based playstyle. His victories at {{Trn|EVO 2013}} and {{Trn|EVO 2014}} (using primarily Fox) are regarded as two of the most significant supermajor wins for Fox in the game's history.  

*{{Sm|Mew2King|USA}} - One of the Five Gods; while more known for his {{SSBM|Marth}} and {{SSBM|Sheik}}, Mew2King achieved consistent top eight placings in majors throughout 2006 with solo Fox, and continued to use the character as strong secondary in certain matchups, particularly against {{SSBM|Jigglypuff}}.

*{{Sm|moky|Canada}} - The best Fox player in Canada, who rose to become a top ten player worldwide in 2023, placing 3rd at {{Trn|GENESIS 9}}, and has victories over {{Sm|Hungrybox}}, {{Sm|Cody Schwab}}, and {{Sm|Leffen}}. moky is most well known for his exceptional tech chasing ability.

*{{Sm|PC Chris|USA}} - One of the best ''Melee'' players in the pre-''Brawl'' era, with multiple first place finishes during his prime, most notably at {{Trn|MLG Las Vegas 2006}}. Dual mained {{SSBM|Falco}} and Fox.

*{{Sm|Ryan Ford|Canada}} - One of the best players in Canada. Has wins on {{Sm|n0ne}}, {{Sm|Drephen}}, and {{Sm|Soonsay}}.

*{{Sm|SFAT|USA}} - Best Fox main in NorCal and one of the top Fox players in the world, known for consistently placing top ten in global rankings throughout the 2010s.

*{{Sm|Silent Wolf|USA}} - Formerly the [[Pacific Northwest]]'s best player before retiring, known for his highly technical playstyle and proficiency in the {{SSBM|Peach}} matchup.