This week we’re counting down the Top 50 Players from season 3 of the North American Rivals Championship Series. For more information about this historical rankings and its process, check out our introduction and honorable mentions post from earlier in the week.
Other Articles in this Series:
- Introduction and Honorable Mentions
- #50 – 41
- #40 – 31 (you are here)
- #30 – 21
- Rankings #20 – 11
- Rankings #10 – 1
NA RCS S3 #40 – Alexis
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
Alexis (George Cloney’s biggest fan) is a veteran player with one of the most characteristic and recognizable playstyles in the scene. His use of Forsburn’s clone laid the foundation for maximizing his tricky AI play and influenced the way people think about using it for edgeguards and disruption even today. Alexis is currently ranked first on his local SoCal PR and secured 40th on the list for season 3 with solid performances at the limited events he attended.
NA RCS S3 #39 – Jackie Peanuts
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
While this is the first top 50 appearance for Jackie Peanuts, Down B Collaborations’ very own Kragg player has deep roots in the Minnesota platform fighter scene. This favorite Rivals commentator has been a figurehead in his local Rivals scene while continuing to put up results with his Duck Hunt and hone his commentary in Smash at the same time. With a top 8 placing at Shine 2018, many are eager to see what Jackie Peanuts and the rest of the growing Midwest talent can bring to the table in season 4.
NA RCS S3 #38 – Nero
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
Nero is another player making a strong case for the growing strength of Midwest Rivals as a region. Though he was absent from the list last year due to lack of significant participation, he made it out enough in season 3 to get the recognition he deserves. His solo Absa is a real threat and his results this year prove it with him securing a strong 9th place finish at Super Smash Con 2018.
NA RCS S3 #37 – Xaro
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
One of two players on the list placed exclusively with online results, Xaro has had a phenomenal season in the large RCS Online Monthlies. With several top placings earned by defeating the likes of CakeAssault, Windows, MattyIce, Culex, and more it’s clear that his Orcane can stand up to the best. We hope to be able to see him show up to more in season 4 and continue his staggering performance in person.
NA RCS S3 #36 – Lucius
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
As more Sentralites flood the list it’s becoming quite clear the impact this crew has on its local scene. A disciple of Sentinel himself, Lucius’ Ranno is decisive with a strong combo game. Lucius himself credits Sentinel’s coaching for his growth as both a player and a person, and we look forward to the positive impact both will bring to competitive Rivals in season 4.
NA RCS S3 #35 – Protagify
NA RCS S2 Rank: 13
This year was a treat for Protagify’s fans as we got to see the old school warrior all the way from Hawaii attend multiple local events in season 3. Though his region prevents him from getting much high level practice, Protagify still put up solid wins on the likes of Culex and Dynla with a strong finish at Genesis 6 right outside the top 16. We’re looking forward to seeing the runback on the dress match this year at Heat Wave 3.
NA RCS S3 #34 – Culex
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
Culex is one of the strongest solo Clairen mains in the game. Taking wins from the likes of ZeeBee and Alexis offline, in addition to being backed by an incredibly strong online result list has earned him 34th on the list for season 3. Culex is a player who still has massive untapped potential at offline events and will be a player to watch if he can master his mindset.
NA RCS S3 #33 – Autumn
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
Autumn is a quick and precise Wrastor player from the Tri-state scene, and another member of the Sentralites. Though he wasn’t ranked last year, Autumn has constantly been a tournament threat lurking just outside of the upper echelon in both season 2 and 3. At this point in his career the only players he loses to are often the top 8 themselves which speaks to his talent. Some small tweaks may be all he needs to reach the top this year in season 4.
NA RCS S3 #32 – Randle
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
Anoter Sentralite and new player to the rankings, Randle has some great wins this season over the likes of Theomach, Sparx21, Lucius, and Protagify. This combined with an impressive Genesis 6 finish brought Randle into the light where he quickly become someone to watch out for by the end of season 3. Though he plays multiple characters well (with Etalus as his best), the fun he’s having shines through with all of them.
NA RCS S3 #31 – Kenneth
NA RCS S2 Rank: N/A
Kenneth is an enigma and a member of the old guard who can play almost any character at a high level. Though he attends events more for the social aspect these days, his performance at Hyrule Saga and Heat Wave 2 showed that he’s not someone to be forgotten with his 5th place finish at the stacked Rivals-only event. Kenneth could certainly be higher on the list with more attendance, and we imagine the only reason he’s not is because he’s content for now with only keeping the legend alive.
