Kernel Sanders

Kernel Sanders is a newcomer in Super Smash Bros. All Stars. He was announced during E8 2018 Nintendo Direct on August 23rd, 2018. He is one of thirteen thirdary newcomers.

Kernel Sanders is currently ranked 76th out of 113 on the tier list, placing him in the M tier. While Kernel Sanders' power has increased overall, his mobility has become noticeably slower and less nimble, with these traits having been implemented in order to differentiate him from Ronald McDonald. This results in Kernel Sanders having one of the best natural games in Star Smash, as it is difficult to actually punish him. His combo game, while not as versatile compared to Chuck E Cheese or Ronald McDonald, is nevertheless potent, as Kernel Sanders can rack up damage quickly and reliably, most notoriously with down throw into multiple up tilts. However, his recovery remains linear and lackluster, and he himself is still especially vulnerable to combos and camping with his physique, tall size, and high weight and falling speed.

Due to possessing one of the highest learning curves in the game, Kernel Sanders' representation is merely average, unlike other highly ranked characters. Regardless, he has overall been very successful in competitive play, thanks to his extremely rewarding performance once mastered. However, despite his success and outstanding potential, Kernel Sanders' current ranking on the tier list is debatable. Though he has good tournament results from dedicated mains like Walvi, Laniz and Oretz, the more consistent and frequent tournament success of characters formerly ranked below him, particularly Caillou, Tony the Tiger, and Mike the Knight, has caused his tier ranking to drop.