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Walupeachy in ''Super Mario Party''.
Waluigi in ''Super Mario Party''.
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'''Walupeachy''' ({{ja|ワルピーチ|Warupīchi}}, ''Walupeachy'') is a character from the ''{{uv|Mario}}'' series. He is [[Luigi]]'s self-appointed rival and anti-hero counterpart, just as [[Wario]] is the rival of [[Mario]]. He is considered to be part of the ''Mario'' universe in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''.
'''Waluigi''' ({{ja|ワルイージ|Waruīji}}, ''Waluigi'') is a character from the ''{{uv|Mario}}'' series. He is [[Luigi]]'s self-appointed rival and anti-hero counterpart, just as [[Wario]] is the rival of [[Mario]]. He is considered to be part of the ''Mario'' universe in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''.


==Origin==
==Origin==
[[File:WaluigiTennis.png|thumb|left|Official artwork of Walupeachy from the N64 version of ''Mario Tennis''. The racket seen in the image is the same one used by Walupeachy in ''Brawl'', ''Smash 4'' and ''Ultimate''.]]
[[File:WaluigiTennis.png|thumb|left|Official artwork of Waluigi from the N64 version of ''Mario Tennis''. The racket seen in the image is the same one used by Waluigi in ''Brawl'', ''Smash 4'' and ''Ultimate''.]]
Walupeachy made his first appearance in ''[[mariowiki:Mario Tennis (Nintendo 64)|Mario Tennis]]'' and like [[Princess Daisy]], he has appeared in nearly every ''Mario'' spin-off since serving as Wario's partner-in-crime and best friend (although oddly, he has never appeared in a ''Wario'' game). He is [[Luigi]]'s "evil" rival, in the same way that [[Wario]] is [[Mario]]'s. Along with this, Walupeachy has a hat and gloves with a "Γ" gamma symbol, which is similar to Wario's "W", which is also an inverse or an upside-down "M". Unlike Luigi's green hat and shirt, Walupeachy has a purple shirt and hat with black overalls and orange elf-like shoes, while his Γ symbol is yellow. Wlaupeachy was created by [[mariowiki:Camelot Software Planning|Camelot]]'s Fumihide Aoki and is voiced by [[Charles Martinet]], like Wario and both Mario Bros.
Waluigi made his first appearance in ''[[mariowiki:Mario Tennis (Nintendo 64)|Mario Tennis]]'' and like [[Princess Daisy]], he has appeared in nearly every ''Mario'' spin-off since serving as Wario's partner-in-crime and best friend (although oddly, he has never appeared in a ''Wario'' game). He is [[Luigi]]'s "evil" rival, in the same way that [[Wario]] is [[Mario]]'s. Along with this, Waluigi has a hat and gloves with a "Γ" gamma symbol, which is similar to Wario's "W", which is also an inverse or an upside-down "M". Unlike Luigi's green hat and shirt, Waluigi has a purple shirt and hat with black overalls and orange elf-like shoes, while his Γ symbol is yellow. Waluigi was created by [[mariowiki:Camelot Software Planning|Camelot]]'s Fumihide Aoki and is voiced by [[Charles Martinet]], like Wario and both Mario Bros.


In ''Brawl'', ''SSB4'', and ''Ultimate'', Walupeachy appears as an Assist Trophy wielding his tennis racket, which is a reference to his first appearance in ''Mario Tennis''. He will try to stomp players into the ground; however, Walupeachy has never done this in any other game, though several games such as ''{{s|mariowiki|Mario Party 3}}'' has shown that he has very powerful legs (in the aforementioned game, he knocks out the usually highly durable [[Bowser]] with a single kick). His finishing move either involves kicking the player or hitting the player with his tennis racket. His appearance has slightly changed in ''Brawl'', Walupeachy has orange shoes in the ''Mario'' games, not brown; although the orange shoes were retained in ''SSB4'' and ''Ultimate''. The tennis racket he is holding has retained its design from ''Mario Tennis''.
In ''Brawl'', ''SSB4'', and ''Ultimate'', Waluigi appears as an Assist Trophy wielding his tennis racket, which is a reference to his first appearance in ''Mario Tennis''. He will try to stomp players into the ground; however, Waluigi has never done this in any other game, though several games such as ''{{s|mariowiki|Mario Party 3}}'' has shown that he has very powerful legs (in the aforementioned game, he knocks out the usually highly durable [[Bowser]] with a single kick). His finishing move either involves kicking the player or hitting the player with his tennis racket. His appearance has slightly changed in ''Brawl'', Waluigi has orange shoes in the ''Mario'' games, not brown; although the orange shoes were retained in ''SSB4'' and ''Ultimate''. The tennis racket he is holding has retained its design from ''Mario Tennis''.
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
===Trophy===
===Trophy===
Walupeachy appears as a trophy in ''Melee'', that can be unlocked through the Lottery once at least 250 other trophies have been collected.
Waluigi appears as a trophy in ''Melee'', that can be unlocked through the Lottery once at least 250 other trophies have been collected.
[[File:Waluigi Trophy Melee.png|thumb|left|100px|The Walupeachy trophy in ''Melee''.]]
[[File:Waluigi Trophy Melee.png|thumb|left|100px|The Waluigi trophy in ''Melee''.]]
;Walupeachy
;Waluigi
:''This tall, thin, evil-looking guy seems to be [[Luigi]]'s rival. He works hard at his mischief: Walupeachy reportedly spent a lot of time training for his debut in ''Mario Tennis'' by honing his ability to antagonize the [[Mario]] brothers. While it's general knowledge that he's the same age as Luigi, his relationship to [[Wario]] is unclear.''
:''This tall, thin, evil-looking guy seems to be [[Luigi]]'s rival. He works hard at his mischief: Waluigi reportedly spent a lot of time training for his debut in ''Mario Tennis'' by honing his ability to antagonize the [[Mario]] brothers. While it's general knowledge that he's the same age as Luigi, his relationship to [[Wario]] is unclear.''
:''Mario Tennis'' (08/00)
:''Mario Tennis'' (08/00)
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
===As an [[Assist Trophy]]===
===As an [[Assist Trophy]]===
[[File:Waluigi Brawl.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Walupeachy as an Assist Trophy attacking in ''Brawl''.]]
[[File:Waluigi Brawl.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Waluigi as an Assist Trophy attacking in ''Brawl''.]]
Walupeachy appears as an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. He has brown shoes instead of his usual orange shoes. When summoned, he dashes at a random opponent on stage and stomps them into the ground (although he can stomp multiple opponents at once if others around are caught in the stomps). He stomps the victim(s) multiple times before unleashing a finishing blow with his tennis racket or a kick. His kicks [[meteor smash]] if the opponent is a little outside the stage. Unless he attacks constantly, his final attack has a pause which lasts about 3 seconds. He is relatively easy to avoid on the stage, as he can be avoided by simply jumping over him, and it can be quite easy to lure him off-stage. However, if opponents are careless, he can be quite deadly. He is voiced by Charles Martinet, who also voices [[Mario]], [[Luigi]] and [[Wario]].
Waluigi appears as an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. He has brown shoes instead of his usual orange shoes. When summoned, he dashes at a random opponent on stage and stomps them into the ground (although he can stomp multiple opponents at once if others around are caught in the stomps). He stomps the victim(s) multiple times before unleashing a finishing blow with his tennis racket or a kick. His kicks [[meteor smash]] if the opponent is a little outside the stage. Unless he attacks constantly, his final attack has a pause which lasts about 3 seconds. He is relatively easy to avoid on the stage, as he can be avoided by simply jumping over him, and it can be quite easy to lure him off-stage. However, if opponents are careless, he can be quite deadly. He is voiced by Charles Martinet, who also voices [[Mario]], [[Luigi]] and [[Wario]].


===As a color change===
===As a color change===
Luigi possesses a black and purple color swap which gives him a similar appearance to Walupeachy. The L on his hat also changes to yellow in ''Brawl'', just like Walupeachy's inverted L. The L, however, doesn't flip itself like Walupeachy's does.
Luigi possesses a black and purple color swap which gives him a similar appearance to Waluigi. The L on his hat also changes to yellow in ''Brawl'', just like Waluigi's inverted L. The L, however, doesn't flip itself like Waluigi's does.


===Trophy===
===Trophy===
Walupeachy also appears as a randomly collectible trophy:
Waluigi also appears as a randomly collectible trophy:


[[File:Waluigi - Brawl Trophy.png|thumb|left|100px|The Walupeachy trophy in ''Brawl''.]]
[[File:Waluigi - Brawl Trophy.png|thumb|left|100px|The Waluigi trophy in ''Brawl''.]]
;Walupeachy
;Waluigi
:''A twig-thin man who sees himself as Luigi's ultimate rival. He spent a long time working silently in the shadow of the Mario Bros. before finally becoming strong enough to compete with them in Mario Tennis. Since then, he's had many brilliant game appearances. While the nature of his relationship to Wario is a mystery, the pair have hatched some devious schemes together.''
:''A twig-thin man who sees himself as Luigi's ultimate rival. He spent a long time working silently in the shadow of the Mario Bros. before finally becoming strong enough to compete with them in Mario Tennis. Since then, he's had many brilliant game appearances. While the nature of his relationship to Wario is a mystery, the pair have hatched some devious schemes together.''
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
===As an Assist Trophy===
===As an Assist Trophy===
[[File:Assist Waluigi Smash 4.png|thumb|250px|Walupeachy attacking Luigi in {{forwiiu}}]]
[[File:Assist Waluigi Smash 4.png|thumb|250px|Waluigi attacking Luigi in {{forwiiu}}]]
Walupeachy returns as an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. He behaves the same as in ''Brawl'', albeit he can be defeated if he takes enough damage, with him having his own [[KO]] animation. Just like {{SSB4|Mario}} and {{SSB4|Luigi}}, his appearance is more cartoon-like, with less detail on his clothing and lighter, more solid colors used all around. Of particular note are his shoes, which are now closer to the proper orange coloring, as opposed to the brown shoes in ''Brawl''.  
Waluigi returns as an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. He behaves the same as in ''Brawl'', albeit he can be defeated if he takes enough damage, with him having his own [[KO]] animation. Just like {{SSB4|Mario}} and {{SSB4|Luigi}}, his appearance is more cartoon-like, with less detail on his clothing and lighter, more solid colors used all around. Of particular note are his shoes, which are now closer to the proper orange coloring, as opposed to the brown shoes in ''Brawl''.  
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===As a color change===
===As a color change===
Luigi retains his Walupeachy-inspired palette swap (albeit with a purple L instead of yellow), while Mario also gains a Walupeachy-inspired costume, with the M on his hat becoming yellow.
Luigi retains his Waluigi-inspired palette swap (albeit with a purple L instead of yellow), while Mario also gains a Waluigi-inspired costume, with the M on his hat becoming yellow.
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===Trophy===
===Trophy===
Walupeachy also appears as a challenge reward trophy, unlocked by achieving a score of at least 85 in [[Rival Smash]]:
Waluigi also appears as a challenge reward trophy, unlocked by achieving a score of at least 85 in [[Rival Smash]]:


[[File:WaluigiTrophyWiiU.png|thumb|left|100px|The Walupeachy trophy in ''for Wii U''.]]
[[File:WaluigiTrophyWiiU.png|thumb|left|100px|The Waluigi trophy in ''for Wii U''.]]
[[File:WaluigiTrophy3DS.png|thumb|right|100px|The Walupeachy trophy in ''for 3DS''.]]
[[File:WaluigiTrophy3DS.png|thumb|right|100px|The Waluigi trophy in ''for 3DS''.]]
;Walupeachy
;Waluigi
:{{flag|ntsc}} ''A crooked mustache and a long, red nose— Walupeachy has "villain" written all over him. He considers himself Luigi's rival. He's cunning and quick. When summoned into battle, he'll rush the nearest fighters and stomp them into the ground—then thwack them with his foot or tennis racket!''
:{{flag|ntsc}} ''A crooked mustache and a long, red nose— Waluigi has "villain" written all over him. He considers himself Luigi's rival. He's cunning and quick. When summoned into battle, he'll rush the nearest fighters and stomp them into the ground—then thwack them with his foot or tennis racket!''
:{{flag|pal}} ''Long, red nose? Handlebar moustache? Bendy body? Yep, this lanky schemer is Luigi's rival, Walupeachy. In this game, he'll dash over to the nearest fighter and stomp on them to bury them in the ground. Then he'll finish them off with a big kick or a whack with his tennis racket. Ouch!''
:{{flag|pal}} ''Long, red nose? Handlebar moustache? Bendy body? Yep, this lanky schemer is Luigi's rival, Waluigi. In this game, he'll dash over to the nearest fighter and stomp on them to bury them in the ground. Then he'll finish them off with a big kick or a whack with his tennis racket. Ouch!''
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
===As an Assist Trophy===
===As an Assist Trophy===
[[File:Waluigi(Ultimate).png|thumb|right|300px|Walupeachy as he appears in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''.]]
[[File:Waluigi(Ultimate).png|thumb|right|300px|Waluigi as he appears in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''.]]
Walupeachy reprises his role as an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. He behaves the same way he does in previous games, although he stays on stage much longer than in ''Brawl'' and ''SSB4'' and can now be launched and reward a point if KO'd. Like {{SSBU|Mario}} and {{SSBU|Luigi}}, his hair and clothing now feature simple detailing, similar to ''Brawl'', though his shoes keep their orange color like they were in ''SSB4''. [[Training Mode]] describes his Assist Trophy: ''Stomps on nearby opponents and then launches them with a racket.''
Waluigi reprises his role as an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. He behaves the same way he does in previous games, although he stays on stage much longer than in ''Brawl'' and ''SSB4'' and can now be launched and reward a point if KO'd. Like {{SSBU|Mario}} and {{SSBU|Luigi}}, his hair and clothing now feature simple detailing, similar to ''Brawl'', though his shoes keep their orange color like they were in ''SSB4''. [[Training Mode]] describes his Assist Trophy: ''Stomps on nearby opponents and then launches them with a racket.''


===As a color change===
===As a color change===
Mario and Luigi retain their Walupeachy-inspired costumes in this game. However, Mario's "M" on his hat changes color to yellow, while Luigi's does not, and remains purple.
Mario and Luigi retain their Waluigi-inspired costumes in this game. However, Mario's "M" on his hat changes color to yellow, while Luigi's does not, and remains purple.


===As a costume===
===As a costume===
Walupeachy's hat is an unlockable hat for all [[Mii Fighter]] types.
Waluigi's hat is an unlockable hat for all [[Mii Fighter]] types.
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! No. !! Image !! Name !! Type !! Class !! Ability !! Series
! No. !! Image !! Name !! Type !! Class !! Ability !! Series
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| 35 || [[File:Waluigi Spirit.png|center|108x108px]] || Walupeachy || [[File:SpiritTypeNeutral.png|20px|center|Neutral]] || ★★★ || Foot Attack ↑ || ''Super Mario'' Series
| 35 || [[File:Waluigi Spirit.png|center|108x108px]] || Waluigi || [[File:SpiritTypeNeutral.png|20px|center|Neutral]] || ★★★ || Foot Attack ↑ || ''Super Mario'' Series
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| 87 || [[File:Waluigibike.png|center|108x108px]] || Standard Bike || [[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]] || ★ || Undamaged Speed ↑ || ''Mario Kart'' Series
| 87 || [[File:Waluigibike.png|center|108x108px]] || Standard Bike || [[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]] || ★ || Undamaged Speed ↑ || ''Mario Kart'' Series
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| 124 || [[File:Waluigi1.png|center|108x108px]] || Walupeachy (Super Mario Strikers) {{Flag|North America}}<br>Walupeachy (Mario Strikers) {{Flag|PAL}} ||[[File:SpiritTypeGrab.png|20px|center|Grab]] || ★★ || Foot Attack ↑  || ''Super Mario Strikers '' Series {{Flag|North America}}<br>''Mario Strikers '' Series {{Flag|PAL}}
| 124 || [[File:Waluigi1.png|center|108x108px]] || Waluigi (Super Mario Strikers) {{Flag|North America}}<br>Waluigi (Mario Strikers) {{Flag|PAL}} ||[[File:SpiritTypeGrab.png|20px|center|Grab]] || ★★ || Foot Attack ↑  || ''Super Mario Strikers '' Series {{Flag|North America}}<br>''Mario Strikers '' Series {{Flag|PAL}}
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<gallery>
<gallery>
Waluigi_Smash_Brawl.png|Official render for ''Brawl''.
Waluigi_Smash_Brawl.png|Official render for ''Brawl''.
Waluigi Assist 4.png|Walupeachy as an Assist Trophy in {{forwiiu}}
Waluigi Assist 4.png|Waluigi as an Assist Trophy in {{forwiiu}}
Waluigi (Super Smash Bros. for Wii U).jpg|Walupeachy wielding his tennis racket in {{forwiiu}}.
Waluigi (Super Smash Bros. for Wii U).jpg|Waluigi wielding his tennis racket in {{forwiiu}}.
WaluigiWiiUK.O.gif|Walupeachy's KO animation in {{forwiiu}},
WaluigiWiiUK.O.gif|Waluigi's KO animation in {{forwiiu}},
Waluigi Assist Trophy (SSBU).png|Walupeachy as an Assist Trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''.
Waluigi Assist Trophy (SSBU).png|Waluigi as an Assist Trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''.
WAHttacked.gif|Walupeachy getting hit and K.O'd by Marth in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''.
WAHttacked.gif|Waluigi getting hit and K.O'd by Marth in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''.
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In the [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xUWnQu2Grs&t=15m2s Super Smash Bros. Direct 4.8.2014], he appeared to be representing the ''Wario'' universe as opposed to the ''Mario'' universe. This change was not carried over to the final version of the game.
*In the [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xUWnQu2Grs&t=15m2s Super Smash Bros. Direct 4.8.2014], he appeared to be representing the ''Wario'' universe as opposed to the ''Mario'' universe. This change was not carried over to the final version of the game.
*Walupeachy has been used to introduce a section of a [[Nintendo Direct]] discussing Assist Trophies, as shown in the [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xUWnQu2Grs&t=14m28s April 2014] Direct regarding ''SSB4'' where Sakurai starts the Assist Trophies section by explaining what they do with a Walupeachy plush next to him. Walupeachy was also used to demonstrate players being able to KO Assist Trophies in ''Ultimate''.
*Waluigi has been used to introduce a section of a [[Nintendo Direct]] discussing Assist Trophies, as shown in the [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xUWnQu2Grs&t=14m28s April 2014] Direct regarding ''SSB4'' where Sakurai starts the Assist Trophies section by explaining what they do with a Waluigi plush next to him. Waluigi was also used to demonstrate players being able to KO Assist Trophies in ''Ultimate''.
*In the [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xUWnQu2Grs&t=15m2s Super Smash Bros. Direct 4.8.2014], when Walupeachy is laughing, his mouth is open. In the final game, however, his mouth is always closed, even when he is laughing. This is strange, considering how in ''Brawl'', his mouth is open while laughing. This is fixed in ''Ultimate'', where his mouth is opened while laughing.
*In the [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xUWnQu2Grs&t=15m2s Super Smash Bros. Direct 4.8.2014], when Waluigi is laughing, his mouth is open. In the final game, however, his mouth is always closed, even when he is laughing. This is strange, considering how in ''Brawl'', his mouth is open while laughing. This is fixed in ''Ultimate'', where his mouth is opened while laughing.
*In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', if Walupeachy doesn't reach the ground while stomping in the air, he will repeat the animation (it doesn't have a hitbox, and he doesn't make any noise while doing it either).
*In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', if Waluigi doesn't reach the ground while stomping in the air, he will repeat the animation (it doesn't have a hitbox, and he doesn't make any noise while doing it either).
*Walupeachy is one of the most consistently requested characters to be made playable in ''Smash'', and has a large, vocal fanbase that clamors for his inclusion as a playable character instead of an [[Assist Trophy]], citing his frequent appearance in Mario spin-offs and unique, colorful personality and aesthetic. The Walupeachy fanbase was most vocal after developer [[Masahiro Sakurai]] revealed that Walupeachy would be reprising his role as an Assist Trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' and spread memes, videos, artwork, and petitions to get Sakurai to make Walupeachy playable; even {{s|wikipedia|The Washington Post}} noted the outpouring of support for Walupeachy by making [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-intersect/wp/2018/06/12/waluigi-was-robbed-and-humiliated-by-nintendo-and-his-fans-are-furious/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.4b46e19664bf/ a post] about him being "robbed and humiliated by Nintendo", likely as a jab at him being knocked out seconds after being seen. The clamor got even more intense when the [[Piranha Plant]], a common ''Mario'' enemy that had never even been playable in its own series before (and Walupeachy's default partner in ''{{s|mariowiki|Mario Party 3}}''{{'}}s Duel Mode), made the cut as a playable character, shocking many and leading people to post memes about how it got in the game before Walupeachy. However, Nintendo clarified that while Sakurai should be aware of the requests for Walupeachy becoming a playable character, making him playable is overall his decision.<ref>Gordon, Justin. [https://www.eventhubs.com/news/2018/jun/30/masahiro-sakurai-will-be-aware-groundswell-support-waluigi-be-super-smash-bros-ultimate-says-reggie-fils-aime/ EventHubs] (2018-06-30). Retrieved on 2019-12-17.</ref>
*Waluigi is one of the most consistently requested characters to be made playable in ''Smash'', and has a large, vocal fanbase that clamors for his inclusion as a playable character instead of an [[Assist Trophy]], citing his frequent appearance in Mario spin-offs and unique, colorful personality and aesthetic. The Waluigi fanbase was most vocal after developer [[Masahiro Sakurai]] revealed that Waluigi would be reprising his role as an Assist Trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' and spread memes, videos, artwork, and petitions to get Sakurai to make Waluigi playable; even {{s|wikipedia|The Washington Post}} noted the outpouring of support for Waluigi by making [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-intersect/wp/2018/06/12/waluigi-was-robbed-and-humiliated-by-nintendo-and-his-fans-are-furious/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.4b46e19664bf/ a post] about him being "robbed and humiliated by Nintendo", likely as a jab at him being knocked out seconds after being seen. The clamor got even more intense when the [[Piranha Plant]], a common ''Mario'' enemy that had never even been playable in its own series before (and Waluigi's default partner in ''{{s|mariowiki|Mario Party 3}}''{{'}}s Duel Mode), made the cut as a playable character, shocking many and leading people to post memes about how it got in the game before Waluigi. However, Nintendo clarified that while Sakurai should be aware of the requests for Waluigi becoming a playable character, making him playable is overall his decision.<ref>Gordon, Justin. [https://www.eventhubs.com/news/2018/jun/30/masahiro-sakurai-will-be-aware-groundswell-support-waluigi-be-super-smash-bros-ultimate-says-reggie-fils-aime/ EventHubs] (2018-06-30). Retrieved on 2019-12-17.</ref>
*Walupeachy, [[Andross]], [[Nintendog]], and {{b|Zero|Mega Man}} are tied for most spirits out of all assist trophies with a total of 3.
*Waluigi, [[Andross]], [[Nintendog]], and {{b|Zero|Mega Man}} are tied for most spirits out of all assist trophies with a total of 3.


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 00:44, April 2, 2020

Waluigi
WaluigiSMP2.png
MarioSymbol.svg

Waluigi in Super Mario Party.

Universe Mario
Debut Mario Tennis (2000)
Smash Bros. appearances Melee
Brawl
SSB4
Ultimate
Most recent non-Smash appearance Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019)
Console/platform of origin Nintendo 64
Species Human
Gender Male
Place of origin Mushroom Kingdom
Created by Fumihide Aoki
Voice actor Charles Martinet
Article on Super Mario Wiki Waluigi

Waluigi (ワルイージ, Waluigi) is a character from the Mario series. He is Luigi's self-appointed rival and anti-hero counterpart, just as Wario is the rival of Mario. He is considered to be part of the Mario universe in Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Super Smash Bros. 4, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Origin

Official artwork of Waluigi from the N64 version of Mario Tennis. The racket seen in the image is the same one used by Waluigi in Brawl, Smash 4 and Ultimate.

Waluigi made his first appearance in Mario Tennis and like Princess Daisy, he has appeared in nearly every Mario spin-off since serving as Wario's partner-in-crime and best friend (although oddly, he has never appeared in a Wario game). He is Luigi's "evil" rival, in the same way that Wario is Mario's. Along with this, Waluigi has a hat and gloves with a "Γ" gamma symbol, which is similar to Wario's "W", which is also an inverse or an upside-down "M". Unlike Luigi's green hat and shirt, Waluigi has a purple shirt and hat with black overalls and orange elf-like shoes, while his Γ symbol is yellow. Waluigi was created by Camelot's Fumihide Aoki and is voiced by Charles Martinet, like Wario and both Mario Bros.

In Brawl, SSB4, and Ultimate, Waluigi appears as an Assist Trophy wielding his tennis racket, which is a reference to his first appearance in Mario Tennis. He will try to stomp players into the ground; however, Waluigi has never done this in any other game, though several games such as Mario Party 3 has shown that he has very powerful legs (in the aforementioned game, he knocks out the usually highly durable Bowser with a single kick). His finishing move either involves kicking the player or hitting the player with his tennis racket. His appearance has slightly changed in Brawl, Waluigi has orange shoes in the Mario games, not brown; although the orange shoes were retained in SSB4 and Ultimate. The tennis racket he is holding has retained its design from Mario Tennis.

In Super Smash Bros. Melee

Trophy

Waluigi appears as a trophy in Melee, that can be unlocked through the Lottery once at least 250 other trophies have been collected.

The Waluigi trophy in Melee.
Waluigi
This tall, thin, evil-looking guy seems to be Luigi's rival. He works hard at his mischief: Waluigi reportedly spent a lot of time training for his debut in Mario Tennis by honing his ability to antagonize the Mario brothers. While it's general knowledge that he's the same age as Luigi, his relationship to Wario is unclear.
Mario Tennis (08/00)

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl

As an Assist Trophy

Waluigi as an Assist Trophy attacking in Brawl.

Waluigi appears as an Assist Trophy in Super Smash Bros. Brawl. He has brown shoes instead of his usual orange shoes. When summoned, he dashes at a random opponent on stage and stomps them into the ground (although he can stomp multiple opponents at once if others around are caught in the stomps). He stomps the victim(s) multiple times before unleashing a finishing blow with his tennis racket or a kick. His kicks meteor smash if the opponent is a little outside the stage. Unless he attacks constantly, his final attack has a pause which lasts about 3 seconds. He is relatively easy to avoid on the stage, as he can be avoided by simply jumping over him, and it can be quite easy to lure him off-stage. However, if opponents are careless, he can be quite deadly. He is voiced by Charles Martinet, who also voices Mario, Luigi and Wario.

As a color change

Luigi possesses a black and purple color swap which gives him a similar appearance to Waluigi. The L on his hat also changes to yellow in Brawl, just like Waluigi's inverted L. The L, however, doesn't flip itself like Waluigi's does.

Trophy

Waluigi also appears as a randomly collectible trophy:

The Waluigi trophy in Brawl.
Waluigi
A twig-thin man who sees himself as Luigi's ultimate rival. He spent a long time working silently in the shadow of the Mario Bros. before finally becoming strong enough to compete with them in Mario Tennis. Since then, he's had many brilliant game appearances. While the nature of his relationship to Wario is a mystery, the pair have hatched some devious schemes together.
N64: Mario Tennis
GameCube: Mario Kart Double Dash

Stickers

Name Game Effect Character(s)
Waluigi Mario Superstar Baseball AttackSpecialsIndirect+008Specials: Indirect Attack +8 Mario Luigi Peach Bowser YoshiMario (SSBB)Luigi (SSBB)Peach (SSBB)Bowser (SSBB)Yoshi (SSBB)
Waluigi Super Mario Strikers AttackSlash+015Slash (effect) Attack +15 Mario Luigi Peach Bowser YoshiMario (SSBB)Luigi (SSBB)Peach (SSBB)Bowser (SSBB)Yoshi (SSBB)
Brawl Sticker Waluigi (Mario Superstar Baseball).png
Waluigi
(Mario Superstar Baseball)
Brawl Sticker Waluigi (Super Mario Strikers).png
Waluigi
(Super Mario Strikers)

In Super Smash Bros. 4

As an Assist Trophy

Waluigi attacking Luigi in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U

Waluigi returns as an Assist Trophy in Super Smash Bros. 4. He behaves the same as in Brawl, albeit he can be defeated if he takes enough damage, with him having his own KO animation. Just like Mario and Luigi, his appearance is more cartoon-like, with less detail on his clothing and lighter, more solid colors used all around. Of particular note are his shoes, which are now closer to the proper orange coloring, as opposed to the brown shoes in Brawl.

As a color change

Luigi retains his Waluigi-inspired palette swap (albeit with a purple L instead of yellow), while Mario also gains a Waluigi-inspired costume, with the M on his hat becoming yellow.

Trophy

Waluigi also appears as a challenge reward trophy, unlocked by achieving a score of at least 85 in Rival Smash:

The Waluigi trophy in for Wii U.
The Waluigi trophy in for 3DS.
Waluigi
Ntsc A crooked mustache and a long, red nose— Waluigi has "villain" written all over him. He considers himself Luigi's rival. He's cunning and quick. When summoned into battle, he'll rush the nearest fighters and stomp them into the ground—then thwack them with his foot or tennis racket!
Pal Long, red nose? Handlebar moustache? Bendy body? Yep, this lanky schemer is Luigi's rival, Waluigi. In this game, he'll dash over to the nearest fighter and stomp on them to bury them in the ground. Then he'll finish them off with a big kick or a whack with his tennis racket. Ouch!
N64: Mario Tennis (08/2000)
Wii: Mario Kart Wii (04/2008)

In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

As an Assist Trophy

Waluigi as he appears in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Waluigi reprises his role as an Assist Trophy in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. He behaves the same way he does in previous games, although he stays on stage much longer than in Brawl and SSB4 and can now be launched and reward a point if KO'd. Like Mario and Luigi, his hair and clothing now feature simple detailing, similar to Brawl, though his shoes keep their orange color like they were in SSB4. Training Mode describes his Assist Trophy: Stomps on nearby opponents and then launches them with a racket.

As a color change

Mario and Luigi retain their Waluigi-inspired costumes in this game. However, Mario's "M" on his hat changes color to yellow, while Luigi's does not, and remains purple.

As a costume

Waluigi's hat is an unlockable hat for all Mii Fighter types.

Spirits

No. Image Name Type Class Ability Series
35
Waluigi Spirit.png
 Waluigi
Neutral
 ★★★ Foot Attack ↑ Super Mario Series
87
Waluigibike.png
 Standard Bike
Support
 ★ Undamaged Speed ↑ Mario Kart Series
124
Waluigi1.png
 Waluigi (Super Mario Strikers) North America
Waluigi (Mario Strikers) PAL
Grab
 ★★ Foot Attack ↑ Super Mario Strikers Series North America
Mario Strikers Series PAL

Gallery

Trivia

  • In the Super Smash Bros. Direct 4.8.2014, he appeared to be representing the Wario universe as opposed to the Mario universe. This change was not carried over to the final version of the game.
  • Waluigi has been used to introduce a section of a Nintendo Direct discussing Assist Trophies, as shown in the April 2014 Direct regarding SSB4 where Sakurai starts the Assist Trophies section by explaining what they do with a Waluigi plush next to him. Waluigi was also used to demonstrate players being able to KO Assist Trophies in Ultimate.
  • In the Super Smash Bros. Direct 4.8.2014, when Waluigi is laughing, his mouth is open. In the final game, however, his mouth is always closed, even when he is laughing. This is strange, considering how in Brawl, his mouth is open while laughing. This is fixed in Ultimate, where his mouth is opened while laughing.
  • In Super Smash Bros. Brawl, if Waluigi doesn't reach the ground while stomping in the air, he will repeat the animation (it doesn't have a hitbox, and he doesn't make any noise while doing it either).
  • Waluigi is one of the most consistently requested characters to be made playable in Smash, and has a large, vocal fanbase that clamors for his inclusion as a playable character instead of an Assist Trophy, citing his frequent appearance in Mario spin-offs and unique, colorful personality and aesthetic. The Waluigi fanbase was most vocal after developer Masahiro Sakurai revealed that Waluigi would be reprising his role as an Assist Trophy in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and spread memes, videos, artwork, and petitions to get Sakurai to make Waluigi playable; even The Washington Post noted the outpouring of support for Waluigi by making a post about him being "robbed and humiliated by Nintendo", likely as a jab at him being knocked out seconds after being seen. The clamor got even more intense when the Piranha Plant, a common Mario enemy that had never even been playable in its own series before (and Waluigi's default partner in Mario Party 3's Duel Mode), made the cut as a playable character, shocking many and leading people to post memes about how it got in the game before Waluigi. However, Nintendo clarified that while Sakurai should be aware of the requests for Waluigi becoming a playable character, making him playable is overall his decision.[1]
  • Waluigi, Andross, Nintendog, and Zero are tied for most spirits out of all assist trophies with a total of 3.

References

  1. ^ Gordon, Justin. EventHubs (2018-06-30). Retrieved on 2019-12-17.


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