Super Smash Bros Wii U/3DS

[Pikul]

With the recent announcements of the upcoming Super Smash Bros title for the Wii U and 3DS consoles, I think its fitting to have a speculation/discussion/countdown thread to the release of the newest installment.

Release date:

3DS - October 3rd 2014
Wii U - Holiday 2014

Returning characters:

• Mario
• Luigi
• Bowser
• Peach
• Zelda
• Shiek
• Link
• Toon Link
• Sonic
• Charizard
• Diddy Kong
• Samus
• Zero Suit Samus
• Lucario
• Marth
• Ike
• Pit
• Pikmin and Olimar
• Donkey Kong
• Kirby
• King Dedede
• Fox
• Pikachu
• Yoshi
  

Newcomers:

• Rosalina and Luma
• Megaman
• Wii Fit Trainer
• Little Mac
• Villager
• Greninja
• Palutena
• Mii
• Pacman

Leaked/rumored:

• Shulk
• Chrom
• Chorus Boys

Thoughts? Character speculations? Let's discuss!