LogFAQs > #906385539

I can see why some characters are banned, because they are overpowered.
I can see why some stages are banned, because they can be used in an unfair way.
I can see why items are banned, because it adds an uncalculated randomness.

...but I still think that it is pretty stupid...
The whole point with the Smash series is to pick your favorite character, it doesnt matter if it is not the strongest or fastest one, having a fast and intense match, taking splitsecond decisions if it is worth it to try getting that spawned item, if it is worth it to try stopping somebody else from getting that item, avoiding the level traps, using the level design against your opponents, learning how to best use the different items and how to avoid them. A well used item can change the match, and since it is random and can happen everybody, it is not unfair.
...yes, it is still unfair if you get killed by a randomly spawned item above you, but it can happen everybody, and if you cant accept that then you should play another game.
Removing half the game just because you lack the skills to avoid items feels like banning jumping and combos using more than one button in a Street Fighter game IMO.
But that is just my two cents, and I know that they are wrong in most players eyes, so I keep them to myself most of the time.
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