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Fighter Info 
Background
Name: Ridley
Title: The Space Pirates' Savage Commander
Home: Zebes
Related Veterans: Samus, Dark Samus & Zero Suit Samus
Related Newcomers: Kraid, Omega Metroid & Raven Beak
Signature Stages: Ridley's Lair & Frigate Orpheon
Copy Ability: Fire or Wing
Series: Metroid
Debut: Metroid (1986)
Voice Actor: None
Company: Nintendo
Statistics
Playstyle: Dominating + Trapper
Attack: 7.5/10
Defense: 4/10
Speed: 6/10
Size: 7.5/10
Weight: 6/10
Combos: 3.5/10
K.O. Power: 8/10
Recovery: 6.5/10
Movement Options: Crawl & Hover
Fighter Moveset
Normal
Jab: Callous Claws - Ridley swings forward with his claws thrice in a row while lunging forward. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
Jab + Hold A: Razor Tail - Ridley performs a flurry of rapid thrusts, then swipes horizontally with his tail. (Origin: Metroid Prime)
Hold A: Hyper Claw - Ridley winds up and performs a larger claw swipe, generating slash marks. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
Dash: Crunch Charge - Ridley quickly lunges a short distance forward while taking a large bite. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
F Tilt: Tail Strike - Ridley thrusts forward, then performs a quick spinning swipe attack with his tail. (Origin: Metroid: Zero Mission)
U Tilt: Sky Slash - Ridley performs a upward swipe with his claw. Sky Slash can be performed twice in a row. (Origin: SSB Ultimate)
D Tilt: Tail Sweep - Ridley crouches down, performing a quick ground level sweep attack with his tail. (Origin: Metroid: Other M)
Smash
F Smash: Pyro Jaws - Ridley spews a large stream of fire from his mouth. This can be angled up or down. (Origin: Metroid: Other M)
U Smash: Rutheless Roar - Ridley looks upward and roars, creating a soundwave that pushes opponents. (Origin: SSB | Wii U & 3DS)
D Smash: Claw Slam - Ridley slams both of his claws on the ground, creating a shockwave that launches upward. (Origin: SSB Brawl)
Aerial
N Air: Razor Loop - Ridley performs a quick loop-de-loop while attacking all sides with his tail. (Origin: Super Smash Bros. Brawl)
F Air: Crescent Claw - Ridley performs an overhead, then downward with his claw that spikes. (Origin: Super Smash Bros. Brawl)
B Air: Brutal Bayonet - Ridley quickly performs a set of three backward thrusts with his tail. (Origin: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)
U Air: Wrecker Wings - Ridley performs a quick upward thrust with his wings, then claps them together. (Origin: Metroid Prime)
D Air: Talon Torpedo - Ridley dives downward with his talons outstretched, crashing down with his wings. (Origin: Metroid Prime)
Grab ‘n’ Throws
Grab: Capture Claw - Ridley charges forward with one of his arms outstretched to grab an opponent. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
Pummel: Malicious Maws - Ridley uses his jaws to bite the opponent on their shoulder twice in a row. (Origin: Metroid Prime)
Hold A: Hazardous Haul - Ridley slams the opponent on the ground, drags them across, then throws them. (Origin: Metroid: Other M)
F Throw: Fiendish Fling - Ridley throws the fighter forward, using them as a makeshift projectile. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
B Throw: Fiendish Fling - Ridley turns around and violently throws the opponent behind himself. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
U Throw: Talon Tackle - Ridley loop-de-loops while grabbing the fighter, tosses them upward and tackles them. (Origin: Super Metroid)
D Throw: Claw Crusher - Ridley pins the opponent down, then attacks their chest with his claws thrice. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
Specials
Neutral Special: Plasma Breath
Ridley spits a large ball of flames out of his mouth, which flies across the stage until it hits an opponent.
Hold "B" and he charges his mouth with plasma, then expels seven fireballs that bounce on the ground.
If "B" is pressed mid-air, he spits out a diagonally downward spreadshot of five fireballs from his mouth.
Holding "B" mid-air makes him spew out a large fireball, creating a large shockwave of flame on contact.
(Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns, Metroid (1986), Metroid: Other M & Super Smash Bros. Brawl)
Side Special: Ridley Rush
Ridley flies low to the ground while dragging some of his claws across it, then performs an uppercut.
If used mid-air, he flies forward at high speed while his body is covered in an aura of electric energy.
Inputting backwards and Ridley performs a flying lariat or a powerful wall slam on a nearby opponent.
(Origin: Super Smash Bros. Brawl & Metroid: Samus Returns)
Up Special: Wrathful Wings
Ridley breifly covers himself with his wings while charging up, then takes-off while spinning around.
He can freely fly around in any chosen direction. His wings act as a shield that negates any projectile.
If "A" is pressed before take-off, Ridley performs a loop-de-loop, then glides forward with his wings.
(Origin: Metroid Prime)
Down Special: Sinister Skewer
Ridley winds up for a moment, then thrusts forward with his tail to stab and crumple an opponent.
If used mid-air, he thrusts downward with his tail, creating a wave of spiked rocks on the ground.
The aerial version of Sinister Skewer can be used to pogo/ bounce on any opponent below Ridley.
(Origin: Metroid: Zero Mission, Super Metroid & Metroid: Samus Returns)
Shield Special: Roaring Wind
Ridley roars while violently flapping his wings, creating a horizontal gale of wind in front of himself.
The gale of wind can push opponents away from him and changes the direction of any projectiles.
Roaring Wind can also negate any fire projectiles, but increases the duration of the Burning status.
If Ridley performs Roaring Wind mid-air, he uses his wings to hover and create wind simultaneously.
(Origin: Super Smash Bros. Brawl)
Final Smash: Plasma Assault
Ridley briefly charges plasma energy into his mouth, then spits a long-ranged laser beam of fire that sends opponents to space.
Upon their arrival near Samus's Gunship, Ridley slams the opponent into it and repeatedly scratches their chest with his claws.
When the Gunship makes a last ditch effort to fly away, Ridley fires a plasma beam at the both of them, sending it crashing down.
Alternate Costumes
Miscellaneous
Animations
Stage Entrance: Ridley swoops down on the stage at an angle, then roars upon landing.
Idle #1: Ridley spreads his wings out while slightly quivering.
Idle #2: Ridley breifly shapens both of his claws, then his tail.
Idle #3: Ridley caresses his chin with his hand while snarling.
Up Taunt: Ridley strikes a menacing pose while roaring and rapidly flapping his wings.
Side Taunt: Ridley laughs maliciously for a moment, then roars while breathing plasma.
Down Taunt: Ridley stands up straight while slightly smiling, making his bones crackle.
Victory Pose #1: Ridley swoops down to the ground, then turns around to strikes his signature fighter pose upon landing.
Victory Pose #2: Ridley lands on the ground with his back turned to the camera, then looks back at it with a malicious grin.
Victory Pose #3: Ridley plummets down to the ground, then strikes a savage pose while roaring at the camera with plasma.
Sound Effects
Crowd Cheer: "Go, Ridley, Go! (x4)"
Victory Theme #1: "Item Aquired" (Villain Remix)
Victory Theme #2: "VS. Ridley" (Short Remix)
Classic Mode Credits Theme: "VS. Ridley" (Remix)
SSB Roster Rework Project List: https://smashboards.com/threads/super-smash-bros-roster-rework-project.518388/
Background
Name: Ridley
Title: The Space Pirates' Savage Commander
Home: Zebes
Related Veterans: Samus, Dark Samus & Zero Suit Samus
Related Newcomers: Kraid, Omega Metroid & Raven Beak
Signature Stages: Ridley's Lair & Frigate Orpheon
Copy Ability: Fire or Wing
Series: Metroid
Debut: Metroid (1986)
Voice Actor: None
Company: Nintendo
Statistics
Playstyle: Dominating + Trapper
Attack: 7.5/10
Defense: 4/10
Speed: 6/10
Size: 7.5/10
Weight: 6/10
Combos: 3.5/10
K.O. Power: 8/10
Recovery: 6.5/10
Movement Options: Crawl & Hover
Fighter Moveset
Normal
Jab: Callous Claws - Ridley swings forward with his claws thrice in a row while lunging forward. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
Jab + Hold A: Razor Tail - Ridley performs a flurry of rapid thrusts, then swipes horizontally with his tail. (Origin: Metroid Prime)
Hold A: Hyper Claw - Ridley winds up and performs a larger claw swipe, generating slash marks. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
Dash: Crunch Charge - Ridley quickly lunges a short distance forward while taking a large bite. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
F Tilt: Tail Strike - Ridley thrusts forward, then performs a quick spinning swipe attack with his tail. (Origin: Metroid: Zero Mission)
U Tilt: Sky Slash - Ridley performs a upward swipe with his claw. Sky Slash can be performed twice in a row. (Origin: SSB Ultimate)
D Tilt: Tail Sweep - Ridley crouches down, performing a quick ground level sweep attack with his tail. (Origin: Metroid: Other M)
Smash
F Smash: Pyro Jaws - Ridley spews a large stream of fire from his mouth. This can be angled up or down. (Origin: Metroid: Other M)
U Smash: Rutheless Roar - Ridley looks upward and roars, creating a soundwave that pushes opponents. (Origin: SSB | Wii U & 3DS)
D Smash: Claw Slam - Ridley slams both of his claws on the ground, creating a shockwave that launches upward. (Origin: SSB Brawl)
Aerial
N Air: Razor Loop - Ridley performs a quick loop-de-loop while attacking all sides with his tail. (Origin: Super Smash Bros. Brawl)
F Air: Crescent Claw - Ridley performs an overhead, then downward with his claw that spikes. (Origin: Super Smash Bros. Brawl)
B Air: Brutal Bayonet - Ridley quickly performs a set of three backward thrusts with his tail. (Origin: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)
U Air: Wrecker Wings - Ridley performs a quick upward thrust with his wings, then claps them together. (Origin: Metroid Prime)
D Air: Talon Torpedo - Ridley dives downward with his talons outstretched, crashing down with his wings. (Origin: Metroid Prime)
Grab ‘n’ Throws
Grab: Capture Claw - Ridley charges forward with one of his arms outstretched to grab an opponent. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
Pummel: Malicious Maws - Ridley uses his jaws to bite the opponent on their shoulder twice in a row. (Origin: Metroid Prime)
Hold A: Hazardous Haul - Ridley slams the opponent on the ground, drags them across, then throws them. (Origin: Metroid: Other M)
F Throw: Fiendish Fling - Ridley throws the fighter forward, using them as a makeshift projectile. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
B Throw: Fiendish Fling - Ridley turns around and violently throws the opponent behind himself. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
U Throw: Talon Tackle - Ridley loop-de-loops while grabbing the fighter, tosses them upward and tackles them. (Origin: Super Metroid)
D Throw: Claw Crusher - Ridley pins the opponent down, then attacks their chest with his claws thrice. (Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns)
Specials
Neutral Special: Plasma Breath
Ridley spits a large ball of flames out of his mouth, which flies across the stage until it hits an opponent.
Hold "B" and he charges his mouth with plasma, then expels seven fireballs that bounce on the ground.
If "B" is pressed mid-air, he spits out a diagonally downward spreadshot of five fireballs from his mouth.
Holding "B" mid-air makes him spew out a large fireball, creating a large shockwave of flame on contact.
(Origin: Metroid: Samus Returns, Metroid (1986), Metroid: Other M & Super Smash Bros. Brawl)
Side Special: Ridley Rush
Ridley flies low to the ground while dragging some of his claws across it, then performs an uppercut.
If used mid-air, he flies forward at high speed while his body is covered in an aura of electric energy.
Inputting backwards and Ridley performs a flying lariat or a powerful wall slam on a nearby opponent.
(Origin: Super Smash Bros. Brawl & Metroid: Samus Returns)
Up Special: Wrathful Wings
Ridley breifly covers himself with his wings while charging up, then takes-off while spinning around.
He can freely fly around in any chosen direction. His wings act as a shield that negates any projectile.
If "A" is pressed before take-off, Ridley performs a loop-de-loop, then glides forward with his wings.
(Origin: Metroid Prime)
Down Special: Sinister Skewer
Ridley winds up for a moment, then thrusts forward with his tail to stab and crumple an opponent.
If used mid-air, he thrusts downward with his tail, creating a wave of spiked rocks on the ground.
The aerial version of Sinister Skewer can be used to pogo/ bounce on any opponent below Ridley.
(Origin: Metroid: Zero Mission, Super Metroid & Metroid: Samus Returns)
Shield Special: Roaring Wind
Ridley roars while violently flapping his wings, creating a horizontal gale of wind in front of himself.
The gale of wind can push opponents away from him and changes the direction of any projectiles.
Roaring Wind can also negate any fire projectiles, but increases the duration of the Burning status.
If Ridley performs Roaring Wind mid-air, he uses his wings to hover and create wind simultaneously.
(Origin: Super Smash Bros. Brawl)
Final Smash: Plasma Assault
Ridley briefly charges plasma energy into his mouth, then spits a long-ranged laser beam of fire that sends opponents to space.
Upon their arrival near Samus's Gunship, Ridley slams the opponent into it and repeatedly scratches their chest with his claws.
When the Gunship makes a last ditch effort to fly away, Ridley fires a plasma beam at the both of them, sending it crashing down.
Alternate Costumes
Purple (Default)
Red (Super Metroid)
Blue (Neo-Ridley)
Green (Zero Mission)
Yellow (Golden Statue)
Indigo (Sylux)
Turquoise (Zeta Metroid)
Grey (Life Drain)
Black (Metroid Prime)
Retro Colors (1986)
Red (Super Metroid)
Blue (Neo-Ridley)
Green (Zero Mission)
Yellow (Golden Statue)
Indigo (Sylux)
Turquoise (Zeta Metroid)
Grey (Life Drain)
Black (Metroid Prime)
Retro Colors (1986)
Meta Ridley (Default)
Meta Ridley (Mecha Ridley Colors)
Meta Ridley (Ice Ridley Colors)
Meta Ridley (Zebesian Colors)
Meta Ridley (Omega Pirate Colors)
Proteus Ridley Armor
Plasma Trooper Armor
Bemuda System Armor
Mystery Creature Form
Subspace Army Form
Meta Ridley (Mecha Ridley Colors)
Meta Ridley (Ice Ridley Colors)
Meta Ridley (Zebesian Colors)
Meta Ridley (Omega Pirate Colors)
Proteus Ridley Armor
Plasma Trooper Armor
Bemuda System Armor
Mystery Creature Form
Subspace Army Form
Miscellaneous
Animations
Stage Entrance: Ridley swoops down on the stage at an angle, then roars upon landing.
Idle #1: Ridley spreads his wings out while slightly quivering.
Idle #2: Ridley breifly shapens both of his claws, then his tail.
Idle #3: Ridley caresses his chin with his hand while snarling.
Up Taunt: Ridley strikes a menacing pose while roaring and rapidly flapping his wings.
Side Taunt: Ridley laughs maliciously for a moment, then roars while breathing plasma.
Down Taunt: Ridley stands up straight while slightly smiling, making his bones crackle.
Victory Pose #1: Ridley swoops down to the ground, then turns around to strikes his signature fighter pose upon landing.
Victory Pose #2: Ridley lands on the ground with his back turned to the camera, then looks back at it with a malicious grin.
Victory Pose #3: Ridley plummets down to the ground, then strikes a savage pose while roaring at the camera with plasma.
Sound Effects
Crowd Cheer: "Go, Ridley, Go! (x4)"
Victory Theme #1: "Item Aquired" (Villain Remix)
Victory Theme #2: "VS. Ridley" (Short Remix)
Classic Mode Credits Theme: "VS. Ridley" (Remix)
SSB Roster Rework Project List: https://smashboards.com/threads/super-smash-bros-roster-rework-project.518388/
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