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Meet Toonooki Link: Smash 4 characters power up with the Super Leaf

If you caught the explosion of new Super Smash Bros. 4 screenshots that appeared shortly after the spectacular Smash Bros. Direct earlier this month, you may recall seeing the Super Leaf debut as a new item.

In today’s Smash “pic of the day”, series director Masahiro Sakurai presents us with a trio of characters who have equipped the new power-up. Princess Peach, Toon Link and Marth each stand with an adorable set of tanooki ears and tail.

He says on Miiverse:

“With the Super Leaf, any fighter can have ears and a tail. You can also float in the air by pressing the jump button. We’re still figuring out whether you’ll be able to attack with the tail…”

Reece Heather
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