Re: E3 2013 Super Smash Bros. 4 Discussion
I think Lucario will probably be dropped, like Mewtwo was. He could be replaced by Zoroark or Newtwo. As for Jigglypuff, I think she'll stay, considering she's been there in all of the previous games. Toon Link's also probably not returning, considering his appearance on the train stage.
As for other characters who won't return, possibly Lucas. Ness will probably be coming back, considering Earthbound being released on the eShop. Maybe someone like Jeff will replace Lucas as a playable character? R.O.B. probably won't return, and Mr. Game and Watch and/or the Ice Climbers might be removed. I'd say Yoshi, Peach and Luigi will definitely return, and possibly Wario and Diddy Kong too. Considering Sega and Nintendo's recent partnership or whatever, Sonic's probably back, but I doubt Snake'll return.
Falco's probably going to be back, and Wolf too, I guess. Zelda and Ganondorf will probably be back, unless Ganon's replaced with another villain, which I don't really want to see happen. Captain Falcon's probably going to be back. As for Marth and Ike, I think Ike'll be dropped and Marth will stay, along with a representative from the new Fire Emblem game. Unless Olimar's replaced by the Pikmin 3 captains, I don't see him going either.
I think the Pokémon Trainer might go - if he doesn't, he'll probably have different starters this time around. Finally, Meta Knight and Dedede don't seem to be likely removals to me - heck, I'd even say Bandana Waddle Dee is likely for a fourth representative.