Big

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This article is about the Sonic the Hedgehog character who appears in the Mario & Sonic series. For the obstacle from Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3, see Big (obstacle).
Big
Big the Cat spirit from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Full name Big the Cat
Species Cat
First appearance Sonic Adventure (1998, Sonic the Hedgehog franchise)
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games (Wii) (2007, Super Mario franchise)
Latest appearance The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog (2023, Sonic the Hedgehog franchise)
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (spirit cameo) (2018, Super Mario-related media)
Latest portrayal Kyle Hebert (English; 2011-present, Super Mario-related media)
Takashi Nagasako (Japanese; 2009-present, Super Mario-related media)

Big the Cat is a crossover character from the Sonic the Hedgehog series whose only appearances in the Super Mario franchise is the Mario & Sonic series. He has a best friend and pet named Froggy, who is a regular frog.

History

Mario & Sonic series

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games

Big appears only in the Wii version of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games, as a referee in the Athletics and Rowing events. Big can also be seen behind the podium in the Athletics events during the awards ceremony.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games

Screenshot from the Nintendo DS version of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games

Big also appeared in both the Wii and Nintendo DS version of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games. In the Wii version, Big appears as a VIP Member, and along with Birdo is the only character to give the player a costume as well as 100 Star Points. An unlockable costume for Mii characters of Big also appears in the game.

In the DS version of the game, Big appears as one of the characters hosting a mission. He is found in Polastraits, wondering what is the "sign" near him. Amy tries to explain that each mission's details is written there. However, Big still does not understand and Amy had to try out the mission and complete it to make him understand. When she does, he rewards the player with a Spark Luge. The mission Amy has to take is Alpine Skiing GS.

Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games

Big the Cat and Froggy find each other in the Nintendo 3DS version of Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games
Big the Cat and Froggy find each other, as seen in the Nintendo 3DS version of Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games

Big makes a cameo appearance in the Wii version of Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games as an unlockable Mii costume.

Big also appears in the Story mode of the Nintendo 3DS version, where he appears in To the Ruins! looking for Froggy. Omega is launched at Big by Magikoopa's magic, which restores some of Omega's memory. Toad thanks Big, and heads back to London with Mario, Luigi, Sonic, Tails and Omega. After the group leaves, Big manages to find Froggy and the pair start making their own way to London. A badge of Big can also be obtained from the badge machine.

Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games

Big appears in the Wii U version of Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, where he also appears as an unlockable Mii costume. In this game, players can access the Pousada after talking to Big on Copacabana beach.

Super Smash Bros. series

Big makes a few cameo appearances in the Super Smash Bros. series. In Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Big appears as a sticker. In Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS, he appears as a trophy. In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Big appears as a spirit.

Profiles and statistics

Super Smash Bros. series

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Sticker
Big the Cat
A sticker of Big the Cat from Super Smash Bros. Brawl
Artwork from: Sonic Adventure Director's Cut
Effects in The Subspace Emissary: Sonic Adventure Director's Cut
Usable by: Battering Resistance +14

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS

Trophy
Big
BigTheCatTrophy3DS.png
Game(s): Nintendo 3DS only
Category: Series Related
Big the Cat spends most of his days in peace with his best friend, Froggy. But he's no ordinary cat! He enjoys napping, eating, more napping...um... He also likes fishing, which tests his strength. And if Froggy is ever in danger, Big won't even think twice before helping! (American English)
Big the Cat likes living the quiet life with his best friend Froggy. He might be the biggest fan of catnaps ever, but there's more to him than that! He loves to do a bit of fishing, which takes a lot more strength than you'd think, and woe betide you if you ever mess with Froggy... (British English)

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Spirit
#783 Big the Cat
Big the Cat spirit from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Series/game Sonic the Hedgehog Series
Type Primary
Slots 2
Class Novice
Strength / effect(s) Neutral
Weight ↑
How to obtain Spirit Board
Spirit battle Opponent(s) Giant Incineroar
Conditions

Hazard: Slumber Floor

  • The floor is sleep-inducing
  • The enemy is giant
Stage Windy Hill Zone (Battlefield)
Song Open Your Heart

Portrayals

  • John St. John (English; 2009)
  • Kyle Hebert (English; 2011-present)
  • Takashi Nagasako (Japanese; 2007-present)
  • Antoine Nouel (French; 2016-present)
  • Andrea De Nisco (Italian; 2013-present)
  • Santi Lorenz (Spanish; 2016-present)

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning Notes
Japanese ビッグ・ザ・キャット[?]
Biggu za Kyatto
Big the Cat
French Big the Cat[?] -
German Big the Cat[?] -
Italian Big the Cat[?] -
Spanish Big the Cat[?] -

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