Learn all about SHULK in Super Smash Bros Ultimate (SSBU) in this Fighter guide; including rating, unlock condition, Super Moves & Final Smashes, featured move tips and more!
SSBU Featured Article
SHULK - Rating & Overview
SHULK - Fighter Rating
| Rating |
|---|
| A |
SHULK - Debut & Appearances
| Debut in Smash Bros. | First Appearance |
|---|---|
| Super Smash Bros. 4 | Xenoblade |
Character Origin & Backstory
Shulk made his debut in North America with the 2012 release of Xenoblade Chronicles. A budding scientist, this young man has a kind and curious heart.
Did You Know? Facts About the Fighter
The main character from Xenoblade Chronicles. Shulk is a gentle young man who hopes for peace, but he also has the courage to confront any opponent.
SHULK - How to Unlock
3 Unlock Methods Available
There are in total, 3 ways of unlocking / adding new character to your roster in SSBU. By completing either one of these condition will unlock these Fighter to be used in Smash Mode and Classic Mode.
| Game Mode | Condition |
|---|---|
| World of Light | Waterfall Zone |
| Classic Mode | Unlocked by Clearing 2 Games with PIKACHU |
| Smash Mode | No.22 to Unlock |
SHULK - Fighter Tips & Featured Move Sets
SHULK - Featured Video
Long Reaching Back Air Attack
Shulk's back air has tremendous reach, but the timing can be a bit tricky.
SHULK - All Move Sets
Chain Attack - Final Smash
| Chain Attack |
|---|
| Shulk unleashes a bright circle of light in front of him and calls upon his friends to help unleash a combo attack that deals damage to anyone caught in the fight. The damage done depends on which of the Monado Arts is active. |
Super Move List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage | Super Move & Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Super (B) | -% | [Monado Arts] Switches Arts—each has a different advantage. Can be switched by holding or pressing repeatedly. |
| Side Super (← or → + B) | 12.0% | [Back Slash] Leaps forward and delivers a powerful slash. Deals massive damage to an enemy attacked from behind. |
| Up Super (↑ + B) | 7.2% | [Air Slash] Lifts enemies into the air with a rising slash. Can be followed up with a midair strike. |
| Down Super (↓ + B) | -% | [Vision] Evades an incoming enemy attack and delivers a swift counterattack. |
Smash Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
*Value in brackets shows damage results when fully charged.
| Control | Damage | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Side Smash | 15.6% (21.8%) | Shulk lunges forward and extends his sword! |
| Up Smash | 16.2% (22.6%) | Extends his word upwards twice. |
| Down Smash | 17.0% (23.5%) | Shulk spins low on the floor with his sword! |
Normal Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Normal Attack1 | 2.4% |
| Normal Attack2 | 1.8% |
| Normal Attack3 | 6.0% |
Tilt Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Side Tilt Attack | 16.2% |
| Up Tilt Attack | 12.0% |
| Down Tilt Attack | 11.4% |
| Dash Attack | 15.0% |
Jump Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Jump Attack | 10.2% |
| Jump Front Attack | 9.6% |
| Jump Back Attack | 15.0% |
| Jump Up Attack | 19.2% |
| Jump Down Attack | 21.0% |
Throw Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Grab Attack | 1.5% |
| Front Throw | 9.6% |
| Back Throw | 8.4% |
| Up Throw | 6.6% |
| Down Throw | 10.8% |
