Pikachu (Super Smash Flash)

Pikachu is a playable veteran starter character in Super Smash Flash coming from the  franchise. Most of its attacks come from the  series. Its custom sprite set was made by user SemiJuggalo.

Pikachu is ranked 19th on the tier list, a pretty large jump from his previous tied-for-last-place placement.

Attributes
Pikachu has a good movement speed and decent finishers, making it possible to disorient opponents with its quick, momentum-cancelling side attack and its instant KO moves at high damages.

Pikachu's other moves end up possessing multiple issues, however. Its standard attack has poor range and a long duration, leaving it wide open if the attack misses. Its projectiles are one of if not the worst in the game, as they have a long startup time, fall towards Pikachu — making their horizontal range effectively zero — and can be interrupted if Pikachu gets hit. These traits make it rather unsuitable for camping or for use in the neutral game.

Despite its flaws, Pikachu has average matchups across the board, which is why it is ranked near the middle of the tier list.

Trivia

 * Blade and Pikachu are the only two non-clone characters to ever share a spot on the tier list.