The term "Original 12" refers to the twelve characters from the original Super Smash Bros. The term is mostly used when talking about characters in Super Smash Bros.' sequels, Super Smash Bros. Melee and Super Smash Bros. Brawl.
A related term, "Original 8," refers to the default eight characters in the game.
The "Original 12" are:
- Captain Falcon * **
- Donkey Kong
- Fox McCloud
- Jigglypuff *
- Kirby
- Link
- Luigi *
- Mario
- Ness * **
- Pikachu
- Samus Aran
- Yoshi
Note: * denotes secret characters ** denotes characters that weren't unlockable in Super Smash Bros. Melee]].