Predictions for the next Smash

[Nekobe]

All right, I searched around, and I haven't found a thread on this topic.

Who do you think is likely to be in the next Smash Brothers game?
I'm not asking who you want to be in Smash, because I know every fanboy is just going to answer Tails and Cloud.
I'm asking who do you think is LIKELY to make it into Smash.

Please don't answer "HALO, BECAUSE HE'S A PRETTY COOL GUY". Give some reasons.

Here are my predictions:

Likely Characters

The main character(s) from Monado: Beginning of The World will be in. All his rights are owned by Nintendo, he's a new character, pretty much guaranteed playable.
The antagonist of the new Zelda Wii title. Everybody is going to play the new Zelda Wii, and I can pretty much also guarantee that whatever antagonist appears will appear in Smash in some form.
An inevitable current-gen Pokemon will be added. This is non-negotiable.
Saki or the new Sin and Punishment character The success of Sin and Punishment on the VC was enough to warrant production of a full-fledged Wii sequel, it's very likely that the star of that game will make it into the next Smash, or at least they'll retain Saki.
"Isaac" from Golden Sun. With the godly amount of win of the announcement of Golden Sun DS, Nintendo would have to be stupid to not include Isaac, (or the his look-alike "descendant"). I personally really want to see Felix, and it's possible he may make it in, but Felix likely would not be playable.
Maxwell from Scribblenauts. Definitely NOT playable, but it seems very likely Nintendo will at least give a tip of the hat to Scribblenauts by having him as an assist trophy.

Possible Characters

Travis Touchdown from No More Heroes. Everyone loves Travis, but their recent announcement of their departure from Nintendo may be an indication that the rights for Travis would be up in the air. His creator has indicated interest in Travis being in Smash, but I'd still put it as only being possible.
Little Mac. Now, talk of Little Mac has been circulating for a while, and his revival in the new Punch Out may give him enough steam to make it onto the roster. Plus, it'd be fun to box opponents. You have to keep in mind, Nintendo is after unique playstyles to mix up Smash, which is why Little Mac and the Sin and Punishment characters are shoo-ins.
Donbe from Shin Oni Ga Shima. Anyone remember Donbe? Probably not, but he's a little kid with super strength. If there's any classic character Nintendo is going to pull out of their own butt for the new Smash, it's him. He's also very famous in Japan.
Pulseman
One of Game Freak's first games was Pulseman, a game that achieved legendary status on the Genesis, due to its gameplay and graphics. Now, I know what you're thinking, CROSS-PLATFORMAN? What is this madness? But Game Freak hasn't made any money off Pulseman in a long time, and seeing as they make all their money from Pokemon now, and how they're practically a part of Nintendo now due to it's massive popularity, it would be VERY easy for Nintendo to acquire the rights to Pulseman. They've already acquired the rights for the translation on Virtual Console, so Nintendo is pretty much halfway there already. Plus, in Pokemon Platinum, Rotom was based off of Pulseman, and the main battle theme is actually a remix of Pulseman's Stage 1 theme. He retains his influence even today, and he would also have a unique combat sytle.


Unlikely Characters

Kairu from Black Sigil
Hailed as one of the best RPG's on the DS, Black Sigil was a true sleeper hit, and was very reminiscent of Chrono Trigger. Nintendo would be wise to include Kairu, but seeing as Black Sigil didn't sell very well, and the game HAS ENOUGH SWORDS ALREADY, I wouldn't say it's very likely.
Marina from Mischief Makers.
Nintendo brought Brawl onto the scene with a lot of classic characters nobody ever heard of, but surprisingly, they left out Marina. I don't know if anyone played Mischief Makers, but from what I understand, it was regarded as one of the funnest games of the N64. If Nintendo were to start resurrecting more old characters, I'd say Marina might have a shot.
Mega Man
As much as you want it to happen, Mega Man will most likely not make it into Smash. He's already appeared in multiple Capcom fighting games, and it's clear that he is the property of Capcom, and Capcom doesn't share. That's like asking for Ryu. Enough said. There's always the slim chance of miracles happening, but I'd say that is a VERY SLIM chance.
Opoona
Nobody has heard of Opoona. Nobody. The only reason he's listed is because of his completely strange playstyle. Nintendo wants to add new elements to the gameplay, and they've been doing that with unique character designs, like Olimar, Pit, and G&W. Opoona fights with a levitating bon-bon he throws with his mind, and his game was a Wii exclusive. But as I said before, nobody has ever heard of him, which is why he's on the "Not Likely" list.


NO.
Master Chief
Any Sonic Characters
Cloud/Sephiroth
Sora

Anyway, post your thoughts, what do you think about these character choices, and are there any characters you think would have a fair shot of making it in?

[six]

Maybe another Mario Bros. character, like toad. He's in the NSMB wii game. Or Bowser Jr.

They could put in some more characters from Metal gear. But Snake is the most main character and probably is like samus in the way that the other hunters probably won't be added.

[Wolfie456]

Originally Posted by ninjasheep

Maybe another Mario Bros. character, like toad. He's in the NSMB wii game. Or Bowser Jr.

They could put in some more characters from Metal gear. But Snake is the most main character and probably is like samus in the way that the other hunters probably won't be added.

Nintendo will just put in as many characters it takes to make people go "OMG HUGE ROSTER, THIS WILL BE GOOD!!!!!" They don't care who, they just will.

[Nekobe]

Originally Posted by ninjasheep

Maybe another Mario Bros. character, like toad. He's in the NSMB wii game. Or Bowser Jr.

They could put in some more characters from Metal gear. But Snake is the most main character and probably is like samus in the way that the other hunters probably won't be added.

The problem with Toad being in is that for the past 2 games, Peach has used him as a meat shield. I'd say Bowser Jr. is pretty viable, though.

To be honest, I'm not sure Snake is going to stay in Smash. I get the feeling he may get sacked in the next game, due to licensing issues. But if he does stay most of the Metal Gear characters would make cameos via Codec instead of actually appearing.

Other hunters, primarily Sylux and Weavel would probably have a decent shot in as an assist, but not much beyond that.

[theoriginalkance]

maybe shadow or knuckles from sonic or waluigi from mario

[Wolfie456]

Originally Posted by Kance

maybe shadow or knuckles from sonic or waluigi from mario

If they feature another Sonic character, it will be Shadow or Silver because people know who they are.

[Imjustakid]

I hope they don't replace Lucario with another character since he is my main. Well anyways, I think they will probably put Tails or Cream from Sonic, Toad from Mario Bros., maybe Daisy also.

[tman624]

I'd almost think either Birdo or Waluigi... But probably not, there's been plenty of Mario characters. From Zelda maybe one of Link's forms from Majora's mask would show like Deku Scrub, Goron, or a Zora. From Donkey Kong maybe Dixie or Lankey. And why not another Sonic character? Knuckles or Shadow is a possibility. Unless Shadow is another assist trophy. All these i'm mentioning may just become assist trophies and they'll add characters from other games some of us have never heard of. Peppy, Slippy, Pigma, Leon, Andrew, and that last one may definitely not be included.. I'm thinking maybe Panther or Krystal.. Not Bill or anyone else either. If Ike is included again maybe the Dark Knight as well will be. or Miciah or Sothe.. doubt it about those two though.. They probably will include some type of magician in there.

Bowser Jr. is a possibility. The comeback of Mewtwo and Roy would be nice. If they throw in Pichu again they might as well include a Raichu if they want the roster to be huge. I'd imagine that the creators would run out of moveset ideas though. They should give Pokemon trainer a name, like Ash, he'd still have squirtle and charizard, just he'd have bulbasaur bc he never had an ivysaur.. but that'd conflict with Pikachu. Then again he's never in his pokeball so whatever....
I think Paper Boy should be an assist trophy. riding around on his bike throwing papers at characters. I don't have too much knowledge of old games to suggest much more.

[Wolfie456]

Originally Posted by SpiritualHeart

I hope they don't replace Lucario with another character since he is my main. Well anyways, I think they might put Tails or Cream from Sonic, Toad from Mario Bros., maybe Daisy also.

Daisy - alt costume for peach.

Tails and cream- just no.

TOAD IS PULLED OUT OF PEACH'S DRESS!!

[Nekobe]

Originally Posted by SpiritualHeart

I hope they don't replace Lucario with another character since he is my main. Well anyways, I think they might put Tails or Cream from Sonic, Toad from Mario Bros., maybe Daisy also.

Originally Posted by Kance

maybe shadow or knuckles from sonic or waluigi from mario

Both of you, the thread is about who you think is LIKELY to get into Smash, not who you want to be in. Please read the first post.