Greninja, a character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, originates from the Pokémon series. Greninja made its debut in Pokémon X and Y, which were released for the Nintendo 3DS in 2013.
Appearance: Greninja is a Water-type Pokémon known for its sleek and ninja-like appearance. In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Greninja’s design is faithful to its Pokémon X and Y appearance, featuring its blue skin, red accents, and distinctive tongue scarf.
Abilities and Fighting Style: Greninja is an agile and fast-paced character with a unique moveset that incorporates water-based attacks. Its fighting style is characterized by quick movements, acrobatics, and the ability to transform into water to avoid attacks.
Special Moves:
- Neutral Special – Water Shuriken: Greninja throws a shuriken made of water. Holding the button increases the shuriken’s size and power.
- Side Special – Shadow Sneak: Greninja disappears and reappears to strike opponents with a surprise attack.
- Up Special – Hydro Pump: Greninja uses water jets to propel itself upward, aiding in recovery.
- Down Special – Substitute: Greninja counters an opponent’s attack by substituting itself with a log, leaving the opponent vulnerable.
Final Smash – Secret Ninja Attack: Greninja’s Final Smash involves trapping caught opponents in a cinematic sequence where it performs a powerful and rapid series of strikes, ending with a powerful Water-type attack.
In-Game Unlocking: Greninja is available as a starting character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and does not need to be unlocked.
Trophies and Spirits: Greninja has associated trophies and spirits in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. These collectibles provide additional information about Greninja’s role in the Pokémon series and various poses or scenes.
Crossover Gameplay: The inclusion of Greninja in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate allows players to engage in battles featuring this iconic Pokémon against fighters from different Nintendo franchises and beyond. Greninja’s unique moveset, ninja-like agility, and water-based attacks make it a distinctive and formidable addition to the diverse roster of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
