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'''Wario''' ({{ja|ワリオ|Wario}}, ''Wario'') returns as a playable [[character]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. He was officially confirmed on October 3rd, 2014 alongside {{SSB4|Ness}} and {{SSB4|Falco}}, coinciding with the | '''Wario''' ({{ja|ワリオ|Wario}}, ''Wario'') returns as a playable [[character]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. He was officially confirmed on October 3rd, 2014 alongside {{SSB4|Ness}} and {{SSB4|Falco}}, coinciding with the Western release of ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]''. This time around, he is [[Unlockable character|unlockable]], as opposed to being available from the [[Starter character|start]] as in ''[[Brawl]]''. He retains his biker outfit from the ''WarioWare'' series, as well as his overalls from the {{uv|Mario}} games. Charles Martinet's portrayal of Wario from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' was repurposed for ''Smash 4''. | ||
Wario is ranked 40th out of 54 on the tier list. This is an enormous drop from his 10th out of 38 position in ''Brawl'' resulting in his worst placement in the series so far. Wario possesses great aerial mobility and good overall mobility for a heavyweight, with great aerial attacks and a strong ground game to complement the mobility. He has great setups with most of his aerial attacks and his signature [[Wario Bike]], as his aerials have low ending lag and can be used to help him score KOs. Finally, Wario possesses an above-average recovery thanks to Wario Bike granting | Wario is ranked 40th out of 54 on the tier list. This is an enormous drop from his 10th out of 38 position in ''Brawl'' resulting in his worst placement in the series so far. Wario possesses great aerial mobility and good overall mobility for a heavyweight, with great aerial attacks and a strong ground game to complement the mobility. He has great setups with most of his aerial attacks and his signature [[Wario Bike]], as his aerials have low ending lag and can be used to help him score KOs. Finally, Wario possesses an above-average recovery thanks to Wario Bike granting him an extra jump when he jumps off it and [[Corkscrew]]'s solid vertical distance. | ||
However, Wario also has several glaring flaws, the worst being his reach. As his moves often have poor range and he lacks an effective projectile, Wario has difficulty fighting against characters | However, Wario also has several glaring flaws, the worst being his reach. As his moves often have poor range and he lacks an effective projectile, Wario has difficulty fighting against characters who have disjoints or a long range, making him susceptible to camping and weak against characters with effective spacing. In addition, most of his KO moves are unreliable, as they are either plagued with high lag or, in the case of [[Wario Waft]], take a while before becoming effective. This means Wario has a worse time KOing compared to other heavyweights, forcing Wario players to rely on deceptions and [[mindgames]] in order to succeed. | ||
Overall, Wario's flaws outweigh his strengths. Although he received some early representation from players such as {{Sm|Abadango}} and {{Sm|TheReflexWonder}}, | Overall, Wario's flaws outweigh his strengths. Although he received some early representation from players such as {{Sm|Abadango}} and {{Sm|TheReflexWonder}}, his representation remained lackluster for most of the game's competitive lifespan, with {{Sm|Glutonny}} being the only notable Wario player performing well at a national level. | ||
==How to unlock== | ==How to unlock== | ||
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With [[Character customization|custom moves]] turned on, Wario gains a number of solid options. Speeding Bike allows for easy follow-ups after a successful hit due to its high speed being able to overtake an opponent who's been launched by it, along with being even better for recovery; however, it can be stuffed by enemy attacks easily due to its low durability. Burying Bike, while offering little for recovery, is extremely durable and can act as an effective shield against projectiles, helping to alleviate Wario's range problems. Rose-Scented Waft, while much weaker than its standard counterpart, possesses a gigantic hitbox that can make it nigh-unavoidable in the hands of a competent player, and can tack on a huge amount of damage if the opponent doesn't commit to [[button mashing]] to shake the flower off. Quick Waft, meanwhile, is decidedly stronger than the Rose-Scented Waft, charges almost four times faster than the standard, and executes faster than the other versions, giving Wario a more readily available KO option in exchange for the massive power of the standard. Corkscrew Leap offers a good deal of extra distance and speed in exchange for the damage of the standard, which leaves Wario more vulnerable during recovery in exchange for allowing him to go deeper for edgeguards than before. | With [[Character customization|custom moves]] turned on, Wario gains a number of solid options. Speeding Bike allows for easy follow-ups after a successful hit due to its high speed being able to overtake an opponent who's been launched by it, along with being even better for recovery; however, it can be stuffed by enemy attacks easily due to its low durability. Burying Bike, while offering little for recovery, is extremely durable and can act as an effective shield against projectiles, helping to alleviate Wario's range problems. Rose-Scented Waft, while much weaker than its standard counterpart, possesses a gigantic hitbox that can make it nigh-unavoidable in the hands of a competent player, and can tack on a huge amount of damage if the opponent doesn't commit to [[button mashing]] to shake the flower off. Quick Waft, meanwhile, is decidedly stronger than the Rose-Scented Waft, charges almost four times faster than the standard, and executes faster than the other versions, giving Wario a more readily available KO option in exchange for the massive power of the standard. Corkscrew Leap offers a good deal of extra distance and speed in exchange for the damage of the standard, which leaves Wario more vulnerable during recovery in exchange for allowing him to go deeper for edgeguards than before. | ||
Overall, Wario is a capable character with a bevy of unusual, yet useful attacks. However, | Overall, Wario is a capable character with a bevy of unusual, yet useful attacks. However, he must keep his opponent guessing to see his full potential, lest his opponent end up seeing through his strategy. | ||
==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''== | ==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''== | ||
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===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
*{{nerf| | *{{nerf|In the 3DS version of the game, a dismounted Wario Bike that is left off screen despawns after 24 seconds as opposed to the Wii U version which takes only 22 seconds. While seemingly negligible, the difference in time can result in an unintentional self destruct under appropriate conditions. The reasoning behind this is unknown.}} | ||
*{{nerf| | *{{nerf|In the 3DS version of the game, if the Wario Bike (as an item) is thrown down, it bounces once if Wario is facing right, and twice if he is facing left. In the Wii U version of the game, it bounces only once.}} | ||
==Update history== | ==Update history== | ||
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|desc-up=Belly-laughs so hard that his jaw unhinges, and has to manually close his mouth with his hands. Unlike in ''Brawl'', this taunt includes a much louder and more pronounced clicking sound. | |desc-up=Belly-laughs so hard that his jaw unhinges, and has to manually close his mouth with his hands. Unlike in ''Brawl'', this taunt includes a much louder and more pronounced clicking sound. | ||
|desc-side=Wiggles his butt at the screen with his hands extended in each direction while snickering. | |desc-side=Wiggles his butt at the screen with his hands extended in each direction while snickering. | ||
|desc-down=Faces the screen and shouts "Wah!" three times, with the third "Wah!" having the most enthusiasm. For each "Wah!" Wario holds up three fingers that form a "W" (his initials), first with his left hand, then his right, then both hands at the same time. | |desc-down=Faces the screen and shouts "Wah!" three times, with the third "Wah!" having the most enthusiasm. For each "Wah!", Wario holds up three fingers that form a "W" (his initials), first with his left hand, then his right, then both hands at the same time. | ||
|desc-bike=Laughs and faces the screen while doing his signature "W" hand sign with both hands, and then picks his nose with his left hand.}} | |desc-bike=Laughs and faces the screen while doing his signature "W" hand sign with both hands, and then picks his nose with his left hand.}} | ||
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|victory-theme=WarioTheme.ogg | |victory-theme=WarioTheme.ogg | ||
|victory-desc=A track that first appeared in ''Brawl'', would later | |victory-desc=A track that first appeared in ''Brawl'', and would later be incorporated into ''{{s|mariowiki|Wario Land: Shake It!}}'' after ''Brawl'''s release. | ||
|desc-1=Does a donut on his bike, then makes a "W" sign with his hand while saying "Yes!". Wario then pulls on his mustache and makes the "W" sign again, repeating the process. | |desc-1=Does a donut on his bike, then makes a "W" sign with his hand while saying "Yes!". Wario then pulls on his mustache and makes the "W" sign again, repeating the process. In the {{GameIcon|ssb4-3ds}} version, Wario's mustache does not stretch, and his hand movements are significantly more choppy. | ||
|desc-2=Laughs gloatingly and then falls over, rolling on his back. | |desc-2=Laughs gloatingly and then falls over, rolling on his back. | ||
|desc-3=Pats his belly, releasing a fart that results in him scratching his head and letting out a disgusted groan upon smelling it. | |desc-3=Pats his belly, releasing a fart that results in him scratching his head and letting out a disgusted groan upon smelling it. | ||
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*{{Sm|Abadango|Japan}} - Although he primarily played {{SSB4|Pac-Man}} in the early metagame, Abadango was also considered one of the best Wario players during this time, placing 2nd at {{Trn|Umebura 12}} and 4th at {{Trn|EVO 2015}} with Wario in his lineup and defeating {{Sm|Dabuz}} in the latter event. He dropped Wario after EVO 2015. | *{{Sm|Abadango|Japan}} - Although he primarily played {{SSB4|Pac-Man}} in the early metagame, Abadango was also considered one of the best Wario players during this time, placing 2nd at {{Trn|Umebura 12}} and 4th at {{Trn|EVO 2015}} with Wario in his lineup and defeating {{Sm|Dabuz}} in the latter event. He dropped Wario after EVO 2015. | ||
*{{Sm|Glutonny|France}} - The best Wario player of all-time | *{{Sm|Glutonny|France}} - The best Wario player of all-time, and Wario's primary representative for all of ''Smash 4'', including being the only Wario player ranked on the [[PGR 100|all-time ranking]], ranking 70th. He broke out onto the ''Smash 4'' scene after defeating {{Sm|kameme}} and {{Sm|ANTi}} to place 3rd at {{Trn|Smashdown World}}, and has since became the second-most successful European player after {{Sm|Mr.R}}, winning many European events and having strong international performances such as 3rd at {{Trn|Glitch 5}} and 13th at {{Trn|Get On My Level 2018}}. | ||
*{{Sm|Nasubi|Japan}} - The second-most successful Wario player in Japan after Abadango, especially with his performances between 2015 and the first half of 2016, which includes placing 2nd at {{Trn|Sumabato 9}} over {{Sm|Earth}}, {{Sm|Atelier}}, and {{Sm|Rizeasu}}; 5th at {{Trn|KSB 2016}}; and 7th at {{Trn|Umebura 15}}. His results declined since then and he eventually dropped Wario. | *{{Sm|Nasubi|Japan}} - The second-most successful Wario player in Japan after Abadango, especially with his performances between 2015 and the first half of 2016, which includes placing 2nd at {{Trn|Sumabato 9}} over {{Sm|Earth}}, {{Sm|Atelier}}, and {{Sm|Rizeasu}}; 5th at {{Trn|KSB 2016}}; and 7th at {{Trn|Umebura 15}}. His results declined since then, and he eventually dropped Wario. | ||
*{{Sm| | *{{Sm|Reflex|USA}} - The best solo-Wario player in the early metagame, most known for his 5th-place finish at {{Trn|MLG World Finals 2015}} defeating {{Sm|false}} and {{Sm|Ryo}}, which was the only top 8 major placement for a solo-Wario player. Although he has performed well at many other major events since then, including placing 17th at {{Trn|CEO 2016}} and defeating {{Sm|Wrath}} at {{Trn|The Big House 6}}, his tournament activity remained low, and he eventually stopped competing by mid-2017. | ||
*{{Sm|Waymas|Mexico}} - Best known for his run to 4th at {{Trn|Smash Factor 4}}, which established him as one of Mexico's best players in the early metagame. Since then he has regularly placed well at large Mexican events, including 5th at {{Trn|ConComics April 2018}} and 13th at {{Trn|Smash Factor 6}}, but mostly remained a hidden boss, with lukewarm results outside of Mexico. | *{{Sm|Waymas|Mexico}} - Best known for his run to 4th at {{Trn|Smash Factor 4}}, which established him as one of Mexico's best players in the early metagame. Since then, he has regularly placed well at large Mexican events, including 5th at {{Trn|ConComics April 2018}} and 13th at {{Trn|Smash Factor 6}}, but mostly remained a hidden boss, with lukewarm results outside of Mexico. | ||
===Tier placement and history=== | ===Tier placement and history=== | ||
Wario was at first considered to be a character around the same potency as in the ''Brawl'' metagame, with players considering the changes to the game's physics to have benefited him, which was initially supported by the addition of [[rage]] improving his KO potential, while some of his finishing moves were buffed themselves. Despite his below average playerbase, players such as {{Sm|Abadango}}, {{Sm|Glutonny}} and {{Sm|TheReflexWonder}} demonstrated his capabilities in competitive play by adapting to a more deceptive playstyle through skillful use of [[Wario Bike]]. Even so, players would soon realize he had also lost the great potency on his aerial game, now being just slightly above average. His well-regarded status would also drop after Abadango dropped him in favor of {{SSB4|Meta Knight}}. Regardless, and after an extremely solid 5th place at {{Trn|MLG World Finals 2015}} from Reflex, Wario was eventually placed at 21st on the first ''4BR'' tier list. | Wario was at first considered to be a character around the same potency as in the ''Brawl'' metagame, with players considering the changes to the game's physics to have benefited him, which was initially supported by the addition of [[rage]] improving his KO potential, while some of his finishing moves were buffed themselves. Despite his below-average playerbase, players such as {{Sm|Abadango}}, {{Sm|Glutonny}} and {{Sm|TheReflexWonder}} demonstrated his capabilities in competitive play by adapting to a more deceptive playstyle through skillful use of [[Wario Bike]]. Even so, players would soon realize he had also lost the great potency on his aerial game, now being just slightly above average. His well-regarded status would also drop after Abadango dropped him in favor of {{SSB4|Meta Knight}}. Regardless, and after an extremely solid 5th place at {{Trn|MLG World Finals 2015}} from Reflex, Wario was eventually placed at 21st on the first ''4BR'' tier list. | ||
However, Wario's tournament representation and results have remained rather scarce, in particular due to the majority of the mid- and low-tiered characters eventually outperforming him in several tournaments, and the changes to the game's physics having also demonstrated they had reduced a lot of his potency at camping, to the point he had to rely much more on baiting and KOing a careless opponent with his more powerful, albeit slower moves. Eventually, Wario dropped to 34th place on the second tier list before slightly dropping to 36th on the third tier list. While Glutonny's dominance and great placings throughout Europe remained consistent towards the end of the game’s lifespan, | However, Wario's tournament representation and results have remained rather scarce, in particular due to the majority of the mid- and low-tiered characters eventually outperforming him in several tournaments, and the changes to the game's physics having also demonstrated they had reduced a lot of his potency at camping, to the point that he had to rely much more on baiting and KOing a careless opponent with his more powerful, albeit slower moves. Eventually, Wario dropped to 34th place on the second tier list before slightly dropping to 36th on the third tier list. While Glutonny's dominance and great placings throughout Europe remained consistent towards the end of the game’s lifespan, Wario's difficult matchups against common top-tiers like {{SSB4|Sonic}} and {{SSB4|Cloud}} remained extremely prominent in hindering other Wario players from advancing in bracket, and Reflex’s inactivity slowed Wario’s metagame development. As a result, he has dropped to 40th on the fourth and final tier list. | ||
==[[Trophies]]== | ==[[Trophies]]== | ||
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==In [[Event Match]]es== | ==In [[Event Match]]es== | ||
===Solo Events=== | ===Solo Events=== | ||
*'''[[All-Star Battle: Brawl]]''': Wario is one of the opponents fought in this event. All opponents debut in ''Brawl'', and reappear in Smash 4. | *'''[[All-Star Battle: Brawl]]''': Wario is one of the opponents fought in this event. All opponents debut in ''Brawl'', and reappear in ''Smash 4''. | ||
*'''[[Doctor Schmoctor]]''': Wario must defeat {{SSB4|Dr. Mario}} in a 1 stock battle under the [[flower]] effect. | *'''[[Doctor Schmoctor]]''': Wario must defeat {{SSB4|Dr. Mario}} in a 1 stock battle under the [[flower]] effect. | ||
*'''[[Fitness Junkie]]''': As {{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}}, the player must defeat 2 giant Warios with one slightly larger than the other. The Warios have Inhaling Chomp, Burying Bike, and Quick Waft [[custom move]]s. | *'''[[Fitness Junkie]]''': As {{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}}, the player must defeat 2 giant Warios with one slightly larger than the other. The Warios have Inhaling Chomp, Burying Bike, and Quick Waft [[custom move]]s. | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*Prior to ''[[Ultimate]]'', Wario was the only character | *Prior to ''[[Ultimate]]'', Wario was the only character who [[Wario (SSBB)|debuted as a starter]] to be made unlockable in a later game. | ||
**Similarly, [[Lucas]] [[Lucas (SSBB)|was a starter character]] in ''Brawl'', but became a downloadable character in ''SSB4''. Coincidentally, both Lucas and Wario were newcomers in ''Brawl''. | **Similarly, [[Lucas]] [[Lucas (SSBB)|was a starter character]] in ''Brawl'', but became a downloadable character in ''SSB4''. Coincidentally, both Lucas and Wario were newcomers in ''Brawl''. | ||
*Since Wario is part of Luigi's Final Smash trophy, Wario can be seen in the game before he is even unlocked. | *Since Wario is part of Luigi's Final Smash trophy, Wario can be seen in the game before he is even unlocked. | ||
*Wario is the only character with fewer {{SSB4|alternate costume}}s in ''SSB4'' than in ''Brawl'', going from 12 to 8 options. | *Wario is the only character with fewer {{SSB4|alternate costume}}s in ''SSB4'' than in ''Brawl'', going from 12 to 8 options. | ||
*Wario's All-Star trophy in the 3DS version resembles his artwork for ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario 64 DS}}''. | *Wario's All-Star trophy in the 3DS version resembles his artwork for ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario 64 DS}}''. | ||
*Wario is the only character with a fourth taunt, which is done by taunting while riding the [[Wario Bike]] (even when in the air), as well as one of two characters that can taunt while using a special move, with the other being {{SSB4|Greninja}} while doing [[Shadow Sneak]]. | *Wario is the only character with a fourth taunt, which is done by taunting while riding the [[Wario Bike]] (even when in the air), as well as one of two characters that can taunt while using a special move, with the other being {{SSB4|Greninja}} while doing [[Shadow Sneak]]. | ||
*Humorously, Wario swings the [[Home-Run Bat]] by holding it in his mouth like a dog, while the {{SSB4|Duck Hunt}} dog swings it like a human being would, even standing on two legs while doing so. | *Humorously, Wario swings the [[Home-Run Bat]] by holding it in his mouth like a dog, while the {{SSB4|Duck Hunt}} dog swings it like a human being would, even standing on two legs while doing so. | ||
*Although Wario's default palette has him wearing his jacket, the only defensive [[equipment]] he can use are Badges and Overalls. It is unknown why he | *Although Wario's default palette has him wearing his jacket, the only defensive [[equipment]] he can use are Badges and Overalls. It is unknown why he cannot use both, as {{SSB4|Charizard}} uses three different types of Attack equipment. | ||
*In a reply to a letter from a reader in his [http://sourcegaming.info/2016/01/27/sakurais-famitsu-column-vol-498-letters-from-the-readers-44/ Famitsu Column], [[Masahiro Sakurai]] stated that he decided to replace Wario's | *''SSB4'' is the only game where Wario's trademark [[mariowiki:Dash Attack|shoulder bash]] is not in his moveset. | ||
*A glitch exists | **In a reply to a letter from a reader in his [http://sourcegaming.info/2016/01/27/sakurais-famitsu-column-vol-498-letters-from-the-readers-44/ Famitsu Column], [[Masahiro Sakurai]] stated that he decided to replace Wario's forward smash with a backhanded punch to make him stronger. | ||
*A glitch exists in the 3DS version, where if the player quits the game right before Wario-Man transforms back into Wario, then Wario will be completely black during his No Contest animation. If one executes it properly, then the sound clip of Wario Man groaning as he transforms back into Wario should play as the screen moves onto the No Contest screen. | |||
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