History Characters / SuperSmashBrosPokeBallPokemon

* PhysicalGod: One of the strongest entities in the Smash Universe due to creating it.

* PlayingWithFire: Although it's actually a Ground-type, Groudon uses Overheat to burn enemies that touch it.

* AdaptationalWimp: For most Pokémon fans, the first one that comes to mind when people think about "helpless fish that can only flop about on land" would be Magikarp. Here, though, it’s Goldeen, who is much more reliable in the main games.

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''Ultimate:'' [[Characters/SuperSmashBrosUltimate64To69 64–69 (Initial Release)]] | [[Characters/SuperSmashBrosUltimate70To75 70–75 (DLC Fighters 1)]]\\

* OneOfTheseThingsIsNotLikeTheOthers: Is the only Pokémon to appear in the Master Ball[[labelnote:note]]besides Goldeen[[/labelnote]] who is not a Legendary. This is likely due to it being the focus of ''Anime/PokemonZoroarkMasterOfIllusions''.

''64:'' [[Characters/SuperSmashBros6401To04 01–04 (Starting Roster 1)]] | [[Characters/SuperSmashBros6405To08 05–08 (Starting Roster 2)]] | [[Characters/SuperSmashBros6409To12 09–12 (Unlockable Fighters)]]\\

''Ultimate:'' [[Characters/SuperSmashBrosUltimate64To69 64–69 (Initial Release)]] | [[Characters/SuperSmashBrosUltimate70To75 70–75 (DLC Fighters 1)]] | [[Characters/SuperSmashBrosUltimate76To81 76–81 (DLC Fighters 2)]]\\
''Echo Fighters:'' [[Characters/SuperSmashBrosEchoFighters Echo Fighters]]\\

! Debuting in ''64''

! Debuting in ''Melee''

! Debuting in ''Brawl''

! Debuting in ''3DS/Wii U''

! Debuting in ''Ultimate''

''Ultimate:'' [[Characters/SuperSmashBrosUltimate64To69 64–69 (Initial Release)]] | [[Characters/SuperSmashBrosUltimate70To75 70–75 (DLC Fighters)]]\\

-->'''Voiced by''': Tom Wayland (English), Thibaut Delmotte (French), Tobias John von Freyend (German), Creator/YukaTerasaki (Japanese)

* NamedAfterSomebodyFamous: It's named after Creator/BruceLee.

* AnIcePerson: In ''Melee'', it uses Blizzard to trap and freeze enemies, while in ''Brawl'' and every game since, it uses Aurora Beam to OneHitKO them.

The Fairy Pokémon. Clefairy is rarely seen by humans, and was among the first Pokémon to naturally learn Metronome, which could allow it to use any known move. In ''64'', Metronome caused Clefairy to copy one of the other Poké Ball Pokémon's attacks, while in ''Melee'', Clefairy uses one of four moves unique to it.

-->'''Debut''': ''Anime/PokemonLucarioAndTheMysteryOfMew''

-->'''Debut''': ''Anime/PokemonRangerAndTheTempleOfTheSea''

-->'''Debut''': [[Anime/{{Pokemon}} Pokémon - I Choose You!]], 1997

-->'''Debut''': ''Anime/LucarioAndTheMysteryOfMew'', 2005

'''Game Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999

'''Game Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999

'''Game Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRubyAndSapphire'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoyAdvance], 2002

-->'''Game Debut:''' ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006

'''Game Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonBlackAndWhite'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2010

'''Game Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonXAndY'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2013

-->'''Debut''': [[Anime/PokemonTheMovie2000 "Pikachu's Rescue Adventure"]], 1999

-->'''Debut''': [[Anime/PokemonTheMovie2000 "The Power of One"]], 1999

* OlympusMons: It's a Legendary Pokémon much like Ho-Oh. In the [[Anime/PokemonTheMovie2000 anime]], it served as a mediator between the Legendary Birds of Kanto.

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoy], 1999

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRubyAndSapphire'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoyAdvance], 2002

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonBlackAndWhite'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2010

-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonXAndY'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2013

* SpellMyNameWithAnS: Unown is just "unknown", but [[XtremeKewlLetterz with the 'k' and one 'n' removed from the name]].

[[folder:Pyukumuku (Namakobushi]]

[[folder:Torchic]]

[[folder:Gardevoir]]

[[folder:Gulpin]]

[[folder:Piplup]]

[[folder:Bonsly]]

[[folder:Munchlax]]

[[folder:Weavile]]

[[folder:Eevee]]

[[folder:Abomasnow]]

The Renegade Pokémon and a member of the Creation Trio. Having been banished for its violence, Giratina silently gazes upon the Pokémon world from the Distortion World, where the laws of physics are entirely backwards. It attacks using a powerful whirlwind.

[[folder:Snivy]]

[[folder:Oshawott]]

[[folder:Chespin]]

[[folder:Fennekin]]

[[folder:Fletchling]]

[[folder:Spewpa]]

[[folder:Swirlix]]

[[folder:Inkay]]

[[folder:Vulpix]]

[[folder:Alolan Vulpix]]

[[folder:Abra]]

[[folder:Alolan Exeggutor]]

[[folder:Ditto]]

[[folder:Bewear]]

[[folder:Pyukumuku]]

[[folder:Mimikyu]]

[[folder:Tapu Koko]]

[[folder:Charizard]]

[[folder:Blastoise]]

[[folder:Beedrill]]

[[folder:Clefairy]]

[[folder:Meowth]]

[[folder:Onix]]

[[folder:Hitmonlee]]

[[folder:Koffing]]

[[folder:Chansey]]

[[folder:Goldeen]]

[[folder:Snorlax]]

[[folder:Venusaur]]

[[folder:Electrode]]

[[folder:Weezing]]

[[folder:Staryu]]

[[folder:Articuno]]

[[folder:Zapdos]]

[[folder:Moltres]]

[[folder:Chikorita]]

[[folder:Cyndaquil]]

[[folder:Togepi]]

[[folder:Bellossom]]

[[folder:Marill]]

[[folder:Unown]]

[[folder:Wobbuffet]]

[[folder:Scizor]]

[[folder:Ho-Oh]]

The Gloomdweller Pokémon and one of Alola's Mythical Pokémon. Marshadow is a Fighting/Ghost type that conceals itself in the shadows and copies the powers and movements of others. It is also tasked with guiding [[Anime/PokemonIChooseYou the hero chosen by Ho-Oh's Rainbow Wing]] from the shadows. If the wing loses its color, it seals it away.

The Coconut Pokémon. Normally a Grass/Psychic, the Alola region's tropical sunlight allows Exeggutor to grow to heights far beyond its Kanto counterparts. When summoned, it acts like a wall.

* OurDragonsAreDifferent: Yes, this strange-looking coconut tree is part Dragon-type as opposed to Psychic-type.

[[folder:Abra]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRedAndBlue'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoy], 1996

The Psi Pokémon, Abra is a psychic Pokémon from the first generation that is constantly aware even as it sleeps 18 hours a day. It teleports opponents in random locations, usually away from safe ground.

* {{Teleportation}}: When summoned, it uses Teleport to teleport fighters offstage.

[[folder:Bewear]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonSunAndMoon'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2016

The Strong Arm Pokémon, Bewear is an adorable teddy bear with the strength of a real bear, if its punches are any indication. Its hugs are said to have ended many a trainer's life, and is considered the most dangerous Pokémon in Alola.

* BareFistedMonk: Pun very much intended, it's part Fighting-type, and attacks foes with heavy punches.
* BearsAreBadNews: In its home series, Bewear is an extremely dangerous Pokémon despite its cute appearance. Here it'll uppercut you if your opponent summons it to battle.
* MightyGlacier: It's not very fast, but its brute strength makes up for that.
* {{Shoryuken}}: It uses Sky Uppercut to toss opponents towards the upper blast line. In the E3 preview, it's shown performing this move against Mr. Shoryuken himself, [[VideoGame/StreetFighter Ryu]].

[[folder:Ditto]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRedAndBlue'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoy], 1996

The Transform Pokémon. Ditto is a gelatinous blob with a SignatureMove, Transform, that allows it to assume the shape of whichever fighter summoned it.

* DittoFighter: The TropeNamer itself. Ditto uses Transform to become a purple duplicate of its summoner and fights like a playable character. Unlike most summoned Pokémon, it can be defeated.
* MythologyGag: Ditto was [[https://tcrf.net/Super_Smash_Bros._Melee#Unused_Pok.C3.A9mon actually planned to appear]] as early as ''Melee'', but was cut. Many years later, it can finally appear on the battlefield.

[[folder:Exeggutor (Alolan)]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonSunAndMoon'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2016

The Coconut Pokémon. The Alola region's tropical sunlight allows Exeggutor to grow to heights far beyond its Kanto counterparts. When summoned, it acts like a wall.

* OurDragonsAreDifferent: Yes, this strange-looking coconut tree is part Dragon-type as opposed to Psychic-type.
* PowerUpLetdown: Alolan Exeggutor functions as a wall, and a neutral one at that, so it's not exactly reliable for fighting.

[[folder:Lunala]]
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The Moone Pokémon and a member of the Light Trio, Lunala is said to reside in another world and devours the light, drawing the dark veil of night over even the brightest days. It flies into the background and fires three Moongeist Beams into the stage.

* FrickinLaserBeams: It will target opponents from the background and blast them with Moongeist Beam. Anyone on the receiving end must keep in mind that Lunala will do this three times.
* OlympusMons: Lunala is a legendary Pokémon honored as an emissary of the moon.

[[folder:Marshadow]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonSunAndMoon'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS]. 2016

The Gloomdweller Pokémon and one of Alola's Mythical Pokémon. Marshadow is a Fighting/Ghost type that conceals itself in the shadows and copies the powers and movements of others. It is also tasked with guiding [[Anime/PokemonIChooseYou the hero chosen by Ho-Oh's Rainbow Wing]] from the shadows. If the wing loses its color, it seals it away.

* CastingAShadow: Sneaks up on unsuspecting fighters to hit them with this ability.
* MythologyGag: It appears in its Gloomdweller form and enters its Zenith form to attack, just like in the games.
* TheShadowKnows: Characters targeted by Marshadow will be forewarned by their shadow turning black and ominous.

[[folder:Mimikyu]]
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The Disguise Pokémon. It wears a rag that looks like Pikachu in order to conceal its horrifying true self. It is said that those who've seen this true form have died from shock. It drags opponents under its rag to beat them within an inch of their lives.

* OneHitKO: If Mimikyu uses its [[SignatureMove Signature Z-Move]] Let's Snuggle Forever on someone with a high enough damage percentage, that opponent will lose one of their lives.
* RecurringElement: It functions much like Gulpin did in ''Brawl'', trapping opponents inside it if they get too close. Unlike Gulpin, however, Mimikyu wanders around and actively tries to grab potential victims, and can potentially KO weakened opponents.

[[folder:Raichu (Alolan)]]
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The Mouse Pokémon and evolved form of Pikachu. In the Alola region, Raichu is an Electric/Psychic Pokémon that rides its tail like a surfboard. Locals believe this is related to the amount of pancakes it likes to eat. It uses Wild Charge to ram right into its enemies with powerful electric shocks.

* PsychicPowers: Alolan Raichu's secondary typing.
* RideTheLightning: It uses Wild Charge by riding electricity with its tail and ramming into opponents.
* SecondarySexualCharacteristics: Averted. While garden-variety Raichu have bigger tails depending on their gender, Alolan Raichu have no such thing.
* ShockAndAwe: It would be odd if a Pokémon related to Pikachu couldn't do this.

[[folder:Solgaleo]]
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The Sunne Pokémon and a member of the Light Trio, Solgaleo is said to live in another world and radiates intense light from its body, lighting up even the blackest nights. It attacks with its signature move, Sunsteel Strike.

* OlympusMons: Solgaleo is a legendary Pokémon said to be an ambassador for the sun itself.
* ThePowerOfTheSun: It attacks by charging at enemies while wreathed in solar fire.

[[folder:Togedemaru]]
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The Roly-Poly Pokémon. Togedemaru is a Electric/Steel-type native to the Alola Region. Its fur can be used to stab enemies and conduct electricity, and it usually powers up its attacks by letting lightning strike it.

* ShockAndAwe: It calls lightning and uses its ability Lightning Rod to absorb it, then uses Zing Zap to shock whatever's around it.

[[folder:Vulpix]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRedAndBlue'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoy], 1996

The Fox Pokémon. A Fire-type Pokémon popular for its looks, Vulpix's tail splits into more as it grows older. It is also rumored to have spiritual abilities.

* PlayingWithFire: A classic Vulpix will breathe fire to combat enemies.
* RecurringElement: It has almost the same function as Fennekin, that being rack up damage by shooting a pillar of fire at enemies. The difference is that Fennekin alternates between shooting fireballs left or right, while Vulpix always faces where the opponent is.

[[folder:Vulpix (Alolan)]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonSunAndMoon'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2016

The Fox Pokémon. When Vulpix were introduced to the Alola region, they moved to the snowy mountains to avoid competition. In the years since, they've adapted to their new environment by becoming Ice-types. It uses Frost Breath to freeze its opponents.

* AnIcePerson: It freezes fighters with Frost Breath.

[[folder:Bonsly]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006

-->'''Voiced by''': Bill Rogers (English), Creator/DaisukeSakaguchi (Japanese), Ute Bronder (German)

The Bonsai Pokémon and pre-evolved form of Sudowoodo, Bonsly is actually a Rock-type despite looking like a plotted plant. It adjusts its fluid levels by eliminating excess, which makes Bonsly look like it's always crying. It will walk back and forth when summoned, allowing any player to pick Bonsly up and throw it at enemies.

* FriendlyFireproof: Averted, Bonsly can injure its summoner if someone else picks it up and throws it.
* GrievousHarmWithABody: Bonsly attacks by getting picked up and thrown at opponents.
* LethalJokeCharacter: By himself, Bonsly does nothing. Throwing him, on the other hand, is another story.
* PutOnABus: After ''Brawl,'' it's never seen again.

[[folder:Deoxys]]
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-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/KatsuyukiKonishi

The DNA Pokémon, Deoxys is an extraterrestrial that crashed to Earth on a meteorite. Aside from its normal appearance, Deoxys also has three extra forms based on around attack, defense, and speed. The Attack Forme will fly up and use Hyper Beam to fire a laser straight down.

* OlympusMons: It's treated as one in the Pokémon series, and thus a very rare summon.
* OneHitKill: Hyper Beam is so powerful even someone at 0% damage can be One-Hit KO'd by it.
* StarfishAliens: Deoxys came from a meteorite and it looks very strange.

[[folder:Gardevoir]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''
-->'''Voiced by''': Michele Knotz (English), Creator/TomokoKawakami (Japanese), Caroline Combrinck (German)

The Embrace Pokémon, Gardevoir is powerful enough to create small black holes and read the future, and will even protect its trainer with its very life. Here however, it forms a spherical barrier that reflects all enemy projectiles.

* AttackReflector: Uses Reflect to create a sphere that reflects all opponents' projectiles.

[[folder:Groudon]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl''


The Continent Pokémon, one of the Weather Trio, and mascot of ''Pokémon Ruby'', Groudon has the power to raise continents and make rain evaporate, feuding with Kyogre in the past. It uses its scorching body to damage anyone that touches it.

* CollisionDamage: This is the only way Groudon can damage enemies, but its immense size means opponents have a hard time avoiding it.
* DemotedToExtra: Even though Kyogre is still a summon in ''3DS/Wii U'', Groudon only appears as a trophy.
* OlympusMons: In Pokémon lore, Groudon is so powerful it can dry up the seas and expand landmasses.
* PlayingWithFire: Although it's actually a Ground-type, Groudon uses Overheat to burn enemies that touch it.
* TheBusCameBack: Returns not as a summonable Pokémon, but as a Spirit in ''Ultimate''.

[[folder:Gulpin]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl''
-->'''Voiced by''': James Carter Cathcart (English)

The Stomach Pokémon, literally! Gulpin is practically a living stomach, and can even swallow something its own size. It will also swallow nearby opponents and damage them.

* PutOnABus: ''Brawl'' was its only appearance.
* SecondarySexualCharacteristics: Gulpin has a larger feather, meaning it's a male.
* SwallowedWhole: Gulpin uses Swallow to eat opponents whole.

[[folder:Jirachi]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl''
-->'''Voiced by''': Mayumi Iizuka (Japanese), Michele Knotz (English)

The Wish Pokémon, Jirachi sleeps for 1,000 years and can grant any wish attached to its head for the one week it's awake. It flies away while dropping stickers.

* DemotedToExtra: Is just a trophy in ''3DS/Wii U'', and an equippable Support Spirit in ''Ultimate''.
* OlympusMons: It's powerful enough to grant people's wishes. Not quite the case here, unless you really wanted stickers.
* PowerupLetdown: Jirachi provides no benefits in battle to the summoner.

[[folder:Kyogre]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''

The Sea Basin Pokémon, one of the Weather Trio, and mascot of ''Pokémon Sapphire'', Kyogre has the power to cause massive downpours wherever it goes, having fought with Groudon in ages past. It fires powerful streams of water to push opponents off the stage.

* MakingASplash: Uses Hydro Pump to push enemies off the stage. Although it doesn't do any damage, it expels it with so much force that it can easily lead to a KO.
* OlympusMons: In Pokémon lore, Kyogre can summon enough rain to submerge land and expand the seas.

[[folder:Latias and Latios]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''
-->'''Latias voiced by''': Michele Knotz (English), Creator/TomokoKawakami (Japanese)
-->'''Latios voiced by''': Michele Knotz (English), Creator/TomokoKawakami (Japanese, ''Brawl'' only) Creator/MasashiEbara (Japanese, ''3DS/Wii U'' onwards)

The Eon Duo, Latias and Latios are highly intelligent and will only open themselves to a trainer with a compassionate heart. When one of them is summoned, they fly offscreen before they both zoom across the stage repeatedly.

* ExtraOreDinary: They use Steel Wing as they fly across the stage to slash opponents.
* OlympusMons: They're Legendary Pokémon.

[[folder:Manaphy]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006
-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl'', ''Wii U (stage enemy)''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/YuriShiratori (Japanese), Michele Knotz (English)

The Seafaring Pokémon, Manaphy is made of 80% water and has the power to bond with any Pokémon. It uses Heart Swap to switch two fighters' bodies. Also appears in ''4's'' Kalos Pokémon League, where it turns the stage into a giant sinkhole in the Flood Chamber.

* DemotedToExtra: Only as a stage background in a ''Wii U'' exclusive stage of ''4''. Played with, however, in that it is a special background Pokémon as mentioned in its description. See also Ho-Oh above. It also makes an appearance as an equippable Support Spirit in ''Ultimate''.
* FreakyFridayFlip: Causes fighters to swap bodies when summoned.
* NoGender: An interesting case, as legendary Pokémon are unable to breed, yet Manaphy can mate with a Ditto to make Phione.
* OlympusMons: A Legendary Pokémon, and thus a rare summon.

[[folder:Metagross]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRubyAndSapphire'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoyAdvance], 2002
-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/UnshoIshizuka

The Iron Leg Pokémon and one of Hoenn's Pseudo-Legendaries, Metagross is the result of two Metang fusing together, which themselves are the result of two Beldum. This particular Pokémon is smarter than even a supercomputer. It attacks by stomping the ground, either burying enemies or launching them.

* RecurringElement: It functions somewhat similarly to Venusaur in ''Melee'', standing in one location causing earthquakes. However, Metagross can also cause the Bury status effect if the enemy is right on top of it.

[[folder:Munchlax]]
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-->'''Voiced by''': James Carter Cathcart (English), Chie Satō (Japanese)

The Big Eater Pokémon and the pre-evolved form of Snorlax, Munchlax is no less of a constant eater than its evolution. It wanders across the stage eating anything it finds.

* ExtremeOmnivore: Munchlax will eat anything but Trophies, [=CDs=], Stickers, Mr. Saturns, Poké Balls, and Smash Balls.
* PowerupLetdown: Provides no benefit in battle, instead getting rid of any item it finds.
* PutOnABus: Is gone entirely from ''3DS/Wii U.''

[[folder:Piplup]]
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-->'''Voiced by''': Michele Knotz (English), Creator/EtsukoKozakura (Japanese), Nicola Grupe-Arnoldi (German)

The Penguin Pokémon and Water-type starter of Sinnoh, Piplup is a proud creature that doesn't like being taken care of, and is known for its incredible swimming skills. It uses Surf to slide across the stage, trapping anyone that gets caught in it.

* DemotedToExtra: Is replaced by Oshawott and made a background character in ''3DS/Wii U'', though became an equippable Support Spirit in ''Ultimate''.
* MakingASplash: Uses Surf to trap opponents as it travels across the stage.
* PowerTrio: At ''Brawl's'' release, there were only 4 Pokémon Generations. All of the Gen I starter Pokémon were playable, so they took a Grass Type from Gen II, a Fire Type from Gen III, and a Water Type from Gen IV. This is also a ShoutOut to the Pokédex order the three types come in.
* RecurringElement: A small Water-type that appears and drags the opponent off stage with it. A reprise of Marill's role in ''Melee'' with water effects added.
* TakingYouWithMe: If an opponent is caught in the stream, it is an instant KO if Piplup leaves the stage.

[[folder:Torchic]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRubyAndSapphire'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoyAdvance], 2002

-->'''Voiced by''': Michele Knotz (English), Creator/ChinamiNishimura (Japanese)

The Chick Pokémon and Fire-type starter of Hoenn, Torchic keeps its flames inside and thus feels very warm to hug. The fire it breathes is over 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit. It radiates flames that trap and damage enemies.

* PlayingWithFire: Uses Fire Spin to damage enemies and trap them.
* PowerTrio: At ''Brawl's'' release, there were only 4 Pokémon Generations. All of the Gen I starter Pokémon were playable, so they took a Grass Type from Gen II, a Fire Type from Gen III, and a Water Type from Gen IV. This is also a ShoutOut to the Pokédex order the three types come in.
* PutOnABus: Disappears after ''Brawl.''
* SecondarySexualCharacteristics: If you look behind its trophy, you'll notice it doesn't have a black dot on its rear like males do. Torchic is, therefore, female.
* SuspiciouslySimilarSubstitute: Functions similar to Koffing and Weezing from the previous two ''Smash'' games, only it uses embers rather than poisonous gas.

[[folder:Weavile]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/ChinamiNishimura (Japanese), Michele Knotz (English)

The Sharp Claw Pokémon and evolved form of Sneasel, Weavile is a devious hunter that lives in cold regions and hunts in small groups, carving patterns in trees with its sharp claws as a signal to others. It uses False Swipe to dash back and forth to stun opponents.

* PutOnABus: Is completely absent from the next installment.
* ScratchDamage: It only deals 1% damage with each attack, but it also leaves the opponent stunned. If Weavile hits an airborne opponent, however, it can deal surprisingly high knockback.
* SecondarySexualCharacteristics: Male Weavile have larger ear feathers, which seems to apply to this one.

[[folder:Abomasnow]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006

-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/KentaMiyake (Japanese), Bill Rogers (English)

The Frost Tree Pokémon, Abomasnow is ''the'' abominable snowman of the Pokémon world. If there's a mountain covered in an intense blizzard, this Pokémon is likely the cause. It attacks by freezing opponents with Blizzard and Ice Punching them.

* AnIcePerson: It can create an icy storm to freeze enemies.
* AscendedExtra: Its pre-evolution Snover originally appeared in the background of the Pokémon Stadium 2 stage in ''Brawl''.
* ElementalPunch: It can also punch its opponents with a chunk of ice.
* SecondarySexualCharacteristics: Females have larger chest fur than males. And surprisingly, this one applies for the former. The Abomasnow you summon to the battlefield is, indeed, [[BrawnHilda female]].

[[folder:Arceus]]
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-->'''Voiced by''': Tom Wayland (English), Creator/MegumiHayashibara (Japanese)

The Alpha Pokémon and master of the Creation Trio, Arceus is described in lore as the Pokémon that created ''everything.'' It carries several plates that it can use to change its typing, truly living up to the title of "{{God}} of Pokémon". In ''Smash,'' it causes airborne opponents to rocket downward with Gravity.

* GravityMaster: Uses Gravity to send enemies in the air plummeting down, making it very dangerous if there isn't any solid ground beneath them.
* OlympusMons: The biggest one in the whole Pokémon franchise, as Arceus is said to have created the universe.
* PhysicalGod: One of the strongest entities in the Smash Universe due to creating it.
* TheWorfEffect: While Arceus is one of the most powerful entities in Smash Bros, Galeem turns it into a spirit at the start of World of Light (although it can be freed eventually).

[[folder:Chespin]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonXAndY'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2013
-->'''Appears in''': ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''
-->'''Voiced by''': Suzy Myers (English), Creator/HitomiNabatame (Japanese), Anke Kortemeier (German)

The Spiny Nut Pokémon and Grass-type starter of Kalos, Chespin's quills are usually soft, but can stiffen so they can pierce through solid rock. It fires Seed Bombs from its quills.

* GreenThumb: Attacks by using explosive seeds.

[[folder:Darkrai]]
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-->'''Voiced by''': Scott Williams (English), Creator/ShinichiroMiki (Japanese)

The Pitch-Black Pokémon, Darkrai protects itself by lulling people to sleep and making them suffer horrific nightmares, though it usually never means any permanent harm. It puts foes to sleep with Dark Void and damages them.

* BadDreams: It has an ability called this that damages anyone that's asleep.
* StandardStatusEffects: Puts enemies to sleep.

[[folder:Dedenne]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonXAndY'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2013

-->'''Voiced by''': Megumi Sato (English, Japanese), Elisabeth von Koch (German)

The Antenna Pokémon, known as such because its whiskers act like this. It can communicate over vast distances this way, and can use its tail to absorb electricity. Dedenne uses Discharge to create bolts of electricity that circle it.

* ShockAndAwe: Attacks by surrounding itself with revolving thunderbolts.

[[folder:Eevee]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRedAndBlue'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoy], 1996

-->'''Voiced by''': Megumi Sato

The Evolution Pokémon, Eevee's irregularly configured DNA allows it to evolve into either Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, Glaceon, or Sylveon through varying means. Since evolution isn't a thing Poké Ball summons do, Eevee instead attacks by slamming into enemies.

* AscendedExtra: Went from a trophy in ''Melee'', to a passing reference in Glaceon & Leafeon's trophy in ''Brawl'', to a Poké Ball Pokémon in ''3DS/Wii U''.

[[folder:Fennekin]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonXAndY'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2013

-->'''Voiced by''': Eileen Stevens (English), Creator/MegumiHayashibara (Japanese)

The Fox Pokémon and Fire-type starter of Kalos, Fennekin eats twigs to gain energy and can use its ears to vent air hotter than 390 degrees Fahrenheit. It creates pillars of flame that damage opponents repeatedly.

* PlayingWithFire: Uses Incinerate to create pillars of flame.

[[folder:Fletchling]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonXAndY'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2013

-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/LisaOrtiz (English), Creator/YukaTerasaki (Japanese), Angela Wiederhut (German)

The Tiny Robin Pokémon, Fletchling is normally friendly and quite warm, but when provoked it will mercilessly attack anyone who dares to trespass. It hops and flies around the stage, pecking people.

* NoSell: Since it can fly, falling off the stage won't stop it at all.

[[folder:Genesect]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Genesect''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/YujiUeda

The Paleozoic Pokémon, Genesect is a powerful prehistoric Pokémon that was resurrected and artificially modified by Team Plasma. It fires Techno Blast beams from its back cannon that pass through walls.

* BackpackCannon: The main thing Genesect got when it was mechanized was a cannon on its back, which it fires beams from.
* BigCreepyCrawlies: It's a cyborg bug.
* {{Cyborg}}: Genesect used to be a completely organic being, before it was turned into a cybernetic one.

[[folder:Giratina]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006

The Renegade Pokémon and a member of the Creation Trio. Having been banished for its violence, Giratina silently gazes upon the Pokémon world from the Distortion World, where the laws of physics are entirely backwards. It attacks using a powerful whirlwind.

* BlowYouAway: Instead of breathing out some sort of energy, the Dragon Breath Giratina uses is a whirlwind.
* OlympusMons: It's the physical representation of {{Antimatter}}.
* OurDragonsAreDifferent: This one looks like a [[{{Dracolich}} dragon zombie]].

[[folder:Gogoat]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonXAndY'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2013

-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/KentaMiyake (Japanese), Oliver Mink (German)

The Mount Pokémon, Gogoat is often rode across the Kalos region. They live in mountains and can tell how someone is feeling just by subtle shifts in the grips on their horns. Gogoat attacks by charging at enemies with Take Down.

* PowerupMount: The summoner can ride on Gogoat's back.

[[folder:Inkay]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonXAndY'' [UsefulNotes/Nintendo3DS], 2013

-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/KentaMiyake (Japanese), Michael Liscio Jr. (English)

The Revolving Pokémon, Inkay flashes the light-emitting spots on its body, draining opponents of their will to fight. It uses Topsy-Turvy to cause enemies to trip every time it hits the ground.

* FlyingSeafoodSpecial: It's a floating squid.

[[folder:Keldeo]]
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-->'''Voiced by''': Tom Wayland (English), Thibaut Delmotte (French), Tobias John von Freyend (German), Creator/YukaTerasaki (Japanese)

The Colt Pokémon and secret fourth member of the Swords of Justice, Keldeo blasts water from its hooves to gallop across even oceans. It goes around the field in its stronger, swifter Resolute Form and attacks by slashing opponents with Secret Sword, using the horn on its head.

* NaturalWeapon: It uses the horn on its head like a sword.
* ShoutOut: It's based on d'Artagnan from ''Literature/TheThreeMusketeers'', also known as the fourth musketeer.
* TalkingAnimal: It says "Yeah!" when attacking foes; Keldeo could talk in [[Anime/PokemonKyuremVSTheSwordOfJustice its debut movie]].

[[folder:Kyurem]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/KentaMiyake (Japanese), Creator/MarcThompson (English), Jean-Michel Vovk (French), Oliver Mink (German)

The Boundary Pokémon, member of the Tao Trio, and mascot for ''Pokémon Black 2 and White 2'', Kyurem is the empty husk left behind by the Legendary Pokémon of Unova, and waits for a hero to fill its missing parts with truth or ideals. It generates a powerful, freezing energy inside that it releases, but its body is frozen due to the energy leaking out. Kyurem releases icy winds that freeze opponents.

* AnIcePerson: Creates freezing winds on both of its sides that freeze opponents on contact.
* OlympusMons: It's the remains of a dragon that was said to have created an entire region.

[[folder:Meloetta]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonBlackAndWhite'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2010

-->'''Voiced by''': Erica Schroeder (English), Creator/YukaTerasaki (Japanese)

The Melody Pokémon, Meloetta's songs are able to control the feelings of those that hear it. Many songs have been inspired from her melodies. It attacks enemies using sound waves that bounce around the stage.

* MusicalAssassin: Meloetta uses Echoed Voice to attack opponents with sound waves.
* OlympusMons: A Legendary Pokémon.
* SecretCharacter: You can't summon Meloetta until you reach the following prerequisites:
** '''In 3DS:''' Play the game for at least 8 hours.
** '''In [=WiiU=]:''' Clear All-Star as Lucario on Normal or Hard.

[[folder:Oshawott]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonBlackAndWhite'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2010

-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/LisaOrtiz (English), Creator/HitomiNabatame (Japanese), Katharina Iacobescu (German)

The Sea Otter Pokémon and Water-type starter of Unova, Oshawott's scalchop is its primary method of attack, being used like a blade. In ''Smash'', however, it attacks by sliding off the stage with Surf, dragging any enemies that get caught along with it.

* RecurringElement: A small Water-type that appears and drags the opponent off the stage with it. A reprise of Marill and Piplup from previous titles.

[[folder:Palkia]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonDiamondAndPearl'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2006
-->'''Appears in''': ''Brawl (stage enemy)'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''

The Spatial Pokémon and a member of the Creation Trio, Palkia has the power to distort space, making it more stable with every breath. It attacks enemies and messes with the scenery of the stage.

* AscendedExtra: Much like Venusaur and Electrode, it went from enemy/stage hazard in their original ''Smash'' debut to a Poké Ball Pokémon in a later installment.
* CollisionDamage: Simply touching Palkia will damage the opponent.
* ColorCodedForYourConvenience: In ''Brawl'', the stage will be purple if Palkia is due to appear.
* DevelopersForesight: Cannot spawn from Poké Balls on Spear Pillar due to it already being a hazard on the stage.
* InterfaceScrew: Spatial Rend is capable of mirroring the stage, or even flipping it a full 180. Watch your step!
* OlympusMons: The representation of space itself.
* SpaceMaster: Its powers revolve around manipulating space.

[[folder:Snivy]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonBlackAndWhite'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2010

-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/MegumiHayashibara (Japanese), Michele Knotz (English)

The Grass Snake Pokémon and Grass-type starter of Unova, Snivy is highly intelligent and calm, using its tail for photosynthesis. It attacks by throwing leaves.

* GreenThumb: Attacks enemies with Razor Leaf.
* RecurringElement: A Grass-type starter Pokémon who attacks by throwing razor-sharp leaves. More or less a rehash of Chikorita from the previous two ''Smash'' games, and Venusaur before it.

[[folder:Spewpa]]
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-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/MegumiHayashibara (Japanese), Eileen Stevens (English)

The Scatterdust Pokémon, Spewpa hides in thicket shadows, protecting itself by bristling its fur and spewing powder. It releases Stun Spore to paralyze opponents when attacked.

* RecurringElement: Takes the place of Wobbuffet as the Pokémon that stands still but hurts you if you attack it.
* StandardStatusEffects: Can stun opponents with the Stun Spore it releases.

[[folder:Victini]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonBlackAndWhite'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2010

-->'''Voiced by''': Megumi Sato

The Victory Pokémon, Victini is said to bring victory to any trainers it sees worthy, sharing its unlimited energy supply with anyone who touches it. Victini increases the power of its summoner's attacks as well as making them ImmuneToFlinching with Victory Star. In ''Ultimate'', it instead grants them their [[LimitBreak Final Smash]].

* LimitBreak: Grants the summoner their respective Final Smash in ''Ultimate'' then immediately leaves.
* OlympusMons: Victini has an unlimited supply of energy inside itself and is a symbol of victory, as whoever has Victini on their side will always win.
* SecretCharacter:
** '''In 3DS:''' Clear 100-Man Smash at least once.
** '''In [=WiiU=]:''' Clear All-Star.
* StatusBuff: When summoned, it grants a boost to the summoner's attack power and immunity to flinching.

[[folder:Xerneas]]
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-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/HitomiNabatame

The Life Pokémon, member of the Aura Trio, and mascot of ''Pokémon X'', Xerneas is said to share eternal life with its glowing horns. It increases the knockback of everyone's attacks with Geomancy, with the largest boost going to its summoner.

* GoldenSuperMode: In ''Ultimate'', the summoner is turned Gold, a status effect originally from the [[VideoGame/NewSuperMarioBros2 Golden Plains]] that gives them stronger attacks and defense.
* {{Irony}}: The Life Pokémon's presence on the field makes it easier to die.
* OlympusMons: Xerneas represents life itself, and can grant life to others.
* SecretCharacter:
** '''In 3DS:''' Play Target Blast at least once.
** '''In [=WiiU=]:''' Break 200 blocks in a single game of Trophy Rush as Pikachu.
* StatusBuff: Xerneas uses Geomancy to increase all fighters' launch strength, with the summoner getting the biggest bonus.

[[folder:Zoroark]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonBlackAndWhite'' [UsefulNotes/NintendoDS], 2010

The Illusion Fox Pokémon, Zoroark bewitches invaders with its convincing illusions to protect its lair. It attacks opponents by slashing them with its Fury Swipes.

* OneOfTheseThingsIsNotLikeTheOthers: Is the only Pokémon to appear in the Master Ball[[labelnote:note]]besides Goldeen[[/labelnote]] who is not a Legendary. This is likely due to it being the focus of ''Anime/PokemonZoroarkMasterOfIllusions''.
* RecurringElement: A Dark-type Pokémon who attacks using rapid claw strikes. A bit like Weavile from ''Brawl'', but the two of them function differently.
* SecretCharacter: In ''3DS'', it is available to summon after 10-Man Smash is cleared.

[[folder:Articuno]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee''

The Freeze Pokémon and one of the Legendary Birds of Kanto, Articuno freezes the water in the atmosphere to create snow, and it is said to appear before those that get lost on snowy mountains. It uses Icy Wind to attack opponents close to it, freezing them and dealing heavy knockback.

* AnIcePerson: It uses Icy Wind to freeze people.
* DemotedToExtra: It is never seen as a summon outside of ''Melee.'' If it is seen at all, it's usually as a trophy. It also returns as an equippable Primary Spirit alongside Zapdos and Moltres in ''Ultimate''.
* OlympusMons: Articuno is a Legendary Pokémon, making it much more powerful than the other Poké Ball summons.

[[folder:Bellossom]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [UsefulNotes/GameBoy], 1999
-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee'', ''Brawl'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''
-->'''Voiced by''': Jamie Peacock (English), Mayumi Iizuka (Japanese)

The Flower Pokémon and one of the Oddish line's evolutionary branches alongside Vileplume, Bellossom is known to gather with its peers and perform a dance to summon the sun. Their petals rub together when they do, creating a relaxing sound. In ''Smash,'' Bellossom uses Sweet Scent to put opponents to sleep.

* GameplayAndStorySegregation: In the ''Pokémon'' games, Sweet Scent doesn't put opponents to sleep, it lowers their evasion. This is especially odd as its pre-evolved forms, Oddish and Gloom, can naturally learn Sleep Powder.
* StandardStatusEffects: Causes anyone that touches the cloud it creates to fall asleep.

[[folder:Celebi]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999
-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee'', ''Brawl''

The Time Travel Pokémon, Celebi hails from the future and is known to cause grass and trees to flourish wherever it goes. When it appears, the future is said to become bright. Like Mew, Celebi doesn't fight, instead providing the "Celebi Catcher" bonus to boost the player's score. In ''Brawl'', Celebi instead drops three trophies upon appearing.

* DemotedToExtra: Celebi is made a mere trophy in ''3DS/Wii U'', and an equippable Support Spirit in ''Ultimate''.
* OlympusMons: It's a Legendary Pokémon that can travel through time, and is a very rare summon.
* PowerupLetdown: Although it does drop some rewards, it doesn't really benefit the summoner in battle.

[[folder:Chikorita]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999
-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee'', ''Brawl''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/MikaKanai

The Leaf Pokémon and Grass-type starter of Johto, Chikorita enjoys basking in sunlight and constantly emits a sweet aroma from the leaf on its head. It fires a series of sharp leaves at opponents.

* GreenThumb: Uses Razor Leaf to attack opponents with sharp leaves.
* PowerTrio: At ''Brawl's'' release, there were only 4 Pokémon Generations. All of the Gen I Starter Pokemon were playable, so they took the Grass Type Starter from Gen II, Fire from Gen III, and Water from Gen IV. This is also a ShoutOut to the Pokédex order the three types come in.
* PutOnABus: Was replaced with Snivy in the fourth installment. [[TheBusCameBack It came back]] in ''Ultimate'', but only as an equippable Primary Spirit.
* RecurringElement: While a Pokémon who attacked the player using sharp razor leaves did not exist as a Poké Ball Pokémon, the concept was born with Venusaur from the original Smash Bros.

[[folder:Cyndaquil]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999

-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/YujiUeda, Simone Brahmann (German)

The Fire Mouse Pokémon and Fire-type starter of Johto, Cyndaquil is timid and curls into a ball most of the time. When attacked however, its back flares up for protection. In ''Smash,'' it uses these very flames to attack.

* InvincibleMinorMinion: Averted, Cyndaquil is one of the few Poké Ball summons that can be defeated.
* PlayingWithFire: It uses Flamethrower through the flames on its back.
* PutOnABus: ''Melee'' was the only game it was a summon in.

[[folder:Electrode]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''64 (stage enemy)'', ''Melee'', ''Brawl'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''

The Ball Pokémon, Electrode's high electricity storage makes it incredibly volatile and prone to blowing up at a moment's notice. These powerful explosions can even hurt its summoner. In ''Brawl'' and onwards, Electrode will sometimes fail to explode for a while before resuming, allowing a fighter to pick it up and throw it at an opponent.

* ActionBomb: It uses Explosion to create a powerful blast that hurts everyone.
* AscendedExtra: It was also an enemy/stage hazard on the Saffron City stage on the original N64 game, behaving much like it did in subsequent games.
* HoistByHisOwnPetard: It's possible to KO the summoner by picking up Electrode and throwing it at them, but beware as it can blow up in your face.
* LethalJokeItem: Subverted. Only the duds are this, and they can quickly restart their countdown and explode.
* NoGender: Electrode and its pre-evolution Voltorb don't have genders.
* ThrowDownTheBomblet: When Electrode is about to explode or fails to explode, anyone can pick it up and throw it.

[[folder:Entei]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonGoldAndSilver'' [Game Boy], 1999

The Volcano Pokémon and one of the Legendary Beasts of Johto, Entei races across the earth and causes volcanoes to erupt whenever it barks. It creates a pillar of flame that traps enemies while doing a lot of damage.

* OlympusMons: It's a Legendary Pokémon, and quite powerful as a result.
* PlayingWithFire: Uses Fire Spin to trap opponents in a pillar of flame.

[[folder:Ho-Oh]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee'', ''Brawl'', ''Wii U (stage enemy)'', ''Ultimate (stage enemy)''

The Rainbow Pokémon, master of the Legendary Beasts, and mascot of ''Pokémon Gold'', Ho-Oh is said to continuously fly around on its multi-colored wings. It reveals itself only to those who are pure of heart, forming a rainbow as it flies overhead, and its appearance is said to bring eternal happiness. It creates a massive column of fire that deals a ton of damage to anyone caught in it.

* DemotedToExtra: Played with. It wasn't around in the ''3DS'' version of the fourth game. It is just a background in the ''Wii U'' Kalos League stage. Now why is it played with? Ho-Oh is a "special" background Pokémon like Registeel, Rayquaza, and Manaphy. Rather than simply being in the background, they actually affect the stage. In Ho-Oh's case, it made the fire pillars of the fire room bigger and spawns additional fire pillars on the side. In ''Ultimate'', Ho-Oh also makes an appearance as an equippable Support Spirit.
* OlympusMons: It's a powerful, one-of-a-kind Pokémon that is said to have created Raikou, Entei, and Suicune.
* PlayingWithFire: It uses Sacred Fire to trap opponents while dealing an obscene amount of damage.

[[folder:Lugia]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee'', ''Brawl'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''

The Diving Pokémon, master of the Legendary Birds, and mascot of ''Pokémon Silver'', Lugia is the guardian of the seas and is known to quell harsh storms. It unleashes a powerful blast of wind that sends anyone it hits flying.

* BlowYouAway: Aeroblast deals a lot of damage and has insane knockback, practically guaranteeing a KO.
* OlympusMons: It's a Legendary Pokémon much like Ho-Oh. In the anime, it served as a mediator between the Legendary Birds of Kanto.

[[folder:Marill]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/MikaKanai

This Aqua Mouse Pokémon's tail acts as a buoy, allowing it to swim without fear of drowning. Marill runs across the stage, damaging and flinching everyone that touches it.

* InvincibleMinorMinion: Averted, it's one of the few Poké Ball Pokémon that can be defeated.
* PutOnABus: Is more or less replaced by Piplup and Oshawott in the sequels.
* TheBusCameBack: Returns not as a summonable Pokémon, but as a Support Spirit in ''Ultimate''.

[[folder:Moltres]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRedAndBlue'' [Game Boy], 1996

The Flame Pokémon and one of the Legendary Birds of Kanto, Moltres's very wing flaps can create powerful bursts of flame. it's said to bring an early spring to wherever it visits. It deals intense damage and knockback to anyone that touches it.

* AscendedExtra: It originally appeared in the background of the Saffron City stage in ''64'', but was promoted to being a Poké Ball Pokémon from ''Melee'' onward.
* CollisionDamage: This is the only attack Moltres can use, but it's a powerful one that can easily lead to a KO.
* OlympusMons: It's one of the Legendary Birds like Articuno and Zapdos.

[[folder:[=Porygon2=]]]
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The Virtual Pokémon, [=Porygon2=] is an upgraded version of Porygon given a greater artificial intelligence and designed to fly through space, though its inability to fly made this dream a flop. It quickly charges forward upon being summoned, dealing considerable knockback to any opponents that get hit.

* ArtificialHuman: [=Porygon2=] is notable for being a man-made Pokémon.
* CallBack: It appears and then charges forward just like Porygon did as a stage hazard in ''64'', only with electricity effects added.
* PutOnABus: Disappears after ''Melee''.

[[folder:Raikou]]
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The Thunder Pokémon and one of the Legendary Beasts of Johto, Raikou embodies the speed of lighting, its roars sending thunder-like shock waves through the air and ground. It creates sparks of electricity that damages opponents and bounces them into the air.

* DemotedToExtra: After being a summon in ''Melee,'' it disappears entirely for ''Brawl'', only to be brought back in ''3DS/Wii U'' as a trophy. It also returns as an equippable Primary Spirit alongside Entei and Suicune in ''Ultimate''.
* OlympusMons: A Legendary Pokémon, much like Entei and Suicune.
* ShockAndAwe: It uses Spark to create a sphere of electricity that bounces people around.

[[folder:Scizor]]
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-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee'', ''Ultimate''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/EricStuart (English), Creator/ShinichiroMiki (Japanese)

The Pincer Pokémon and evolved form of previously-unevolved Scyther, Scizor losts its ability to fly but gained a lot more power in the process. Its powerful pincers are also designed to look like extra heads, which allows it to scare its opponents. Scizor flies around the area, slashing people with its pincers.

* TheBusCameBack: It disappeared after ''Melee'' before returning in ''Ultimate''.
* DemotedToExtra: Appears in ''3DS/Wii U's'' Kalos Pokémon League's background.
* ExtraOreDinary: It uses Metal Claw to slash people with its metallic pincers.
* RecurringElement: Appears and then jumps towards a targeted opponent a moment later. It essentially replaces Hitmonlee's role from the previous game, only running for a little before the jump instead of standing still.
* SecondarySexualCharacteristics: In ''Melee'', it had a [[HartmanHips larger thorax]] before genders were introduced, meaning it could have been female. ''Ultimate's'' Scizor has a smaller one, making it a male.

[[folder:Staryu]]
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-->'''Debut''': ''VideoGame/PokemonRedAndBlue'' [Game Boy], 1996
-->'''Appears in''': ''Melee'', ''Brawl'', ''3DS/Wii U'', ''Ultimate''
-->'''Voiced by''': Creator/ShinichiroMiki

The Star Shape Pokémon and pre-evolved form of Starmie, Staryu is known to repeatedly regain its appendages whenever they're lost. It hovers around before shooting a rapid stream of projectiles.