Uploaded February 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
For details on how characters' stats compare, check here: ultimateframedata.com/stats.php
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Welcome to another episode of Challenger Approaching! In this series, we discuss characters who could find their way into Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or future entries, then go into ludicrous detail on what they would be like if they joined the fight for real!
This episode takes us back to the Galar region, this time for a more hands-on look at its history and legends. With a second Fighters Pass officially confirmed, Pokémon Sword and Shield's cast of new characters are in prime position to have a chance at joining the fight next. But while talk has almost exclusively centered on Galar's starters, its feature legendaries--and Zacian in particular--are very much capable of bringing something new to a game that is actively seeking out new mechanics and ideas.
But what could this literal legendary hero offer that'd stand above the rest? And just how would a quadrupedal beast with a sword function in Smash's environment, much less thrive? Let's take a look.
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Support via Patreon at: patreon.com/Delzethin
Graphic design courtesy of Voyager: twitter.com/Fire_Voyager
Editing assistance courtesy of PixelSquid: twitter.com/PixelSquid_
Zacian's Bulbapedia page: bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Zacian_(Pok%C3%A9mon)
Zacian on the official Pokémon website: swordshield.pokemon.com/en-us/pokemon-galar-region/zacian
For details on how characters' stats compare, check here: ultimateframedata.com/stats.php
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Welcome to another episode of Challenger Approaching! In this series, we discuss characters who could find their way into Super Smash Bros. Ultimate or future entries, then go into ludicrous detail on what they would be like if they joined the fight for real!
This episode takes us back to the Galar region, this time for a more hands-on look at its history and legends. With a second Fighters Pass officially confirmed, Pokémon Sword and Shield's cast of new characters are in prime position to have a chance at joining the fight next. But while talk has almost exclusively centered on Galar's starters, its feature legendaries--and Zacian in particular--are very much capable of bringing something new to a game that is actively seeking out new mechanics and ideas.
But what could this literal legendary hero offer that'd stand above the rest? And just how would a quadrupedal beast with a sword function in Smash's environment, much less thrive? Let's take a look.
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Follow on Twitter at: twitter.com/Delzethin
Support via Patreon at: patreon.com/Delzethin
Graphic design courtesy of Voyager: twitter.com/Fire_Voyager
Editing assistance courtesy of PixelSquid: twitter.com/PixelSquid_
Zacian's Bulbapedia page: bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Zacian_(Pok%C3%A9mon)
Zacian on the official Pokémon website: swordshield.pokemon.com/en-us/pokemon-galar-region/zacian
