Shantae is an upcoming playable character in Fraymakers. She is the half-genie guardian of her hometown, Scuttle Town, and works to protect Sequin Land as a whole, putting an end to the plans of her nemesis, Risky Boots.
Being a half-genie, Shantae utilizes a variety of magical abilities to help her in battle. Her trademark move, Hair Whip, has her use her long purple ponytail as a weapon, creating a fast, long ranged poking tool. Her magical spells are present as well. Pike Ball is an orbiting ball that will allow Shantae to create offensive opportunities from the smallest of openings. Fireball is a hot, long ranged projectile that allows her to close distances with ease. Both spells can be powered up, allowing Shantae to become even more powerful.
Despite these strengths, Shantae is not without weaknesses. Her walk and run speeds are quite slow. While she may be able to press the advantage through combos, her attacks are lackluster in terms of damage and KO power. In addition, Shantae's recovery is underwhelming, with her only recovery option being Risky's Cannon, an upwards blast that does not attack on the way up and only leaves her in freefall after the third shot.
Transformation Dances[]
An ability as signature her hair whip, Shantae possesses the ability to transform into different forms, such as a monkey, elephant, and a harpy. These transformations allow her to use new abilities that make her a dynamic and versatile fighter when used correctly.
Moveset[]
Ground Attacks[]
Name
Damage
Description
Animation
Neutral Attack
Hair Whip
2
Shakes her head, cracking her hair as a whip.
Forward Tilt
Hair Whip
2
Same as the Neutral Attack.
Up Tilt
Spin Kick
6
An upwards kick, similar to the first hit of the spin kick seen in Shantae when the boots are purchased.
Down Tilt
Hair Whip (Crouching)
2
Similar to her neutral attack, but performed while crouching.
Dash Attack
Elbow Dash
8 (clean), 5 (late)
An elbow dash, similar to the one seen in Shantae when the cuffs are purchased.
Forward Strong
Power Kick
12
A strong forward kick, similar to the one seen in Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.
Up Strong
Magic Lamp
10, 7 (Projectiles)
Holds out a Magic Lamp, which then erupts with either magic or gems which hit multiple times.
Down Strong
Storm Puff
13
Conjures a cloud in front of herself that strikes lightning below itself.
Aerial Attacks[]
Name
Damage
Description
Animation
Neutral Aerial
Hair Whip (Airborne)
Similar to her Neutral and Forward attacks, but while in the air.
Forward aerial
Performs a sex kick, extending one leg longer than the other.
Back Aerial
A backwards slash from her ponytail.
Up Aerial
Hair Twirl
A multi-hit spin attack where Shantae twirls her hair, similar to the one seen in Shantae when the Tiara is purchased.
Down Aerial
Drill Kick
A downward angled spiral kick that sends her downward, similar to the one seen in Shantae when the sash is purchased.
Grab and Throws[]
Name
Damage
Description
Animation
Grab
Reaches forwards with both hands.
Forward Throw
Flintlock Pistol
5 (throw), 1 (bullets)
Throws the opponent forward before firing 3 shots from Risky's pistol.
Back Throw
Pirate Flare
Deploys the Pirate Flare, causing a strong explosion behind herself.
Up Throw
Pirate Hat
Jumps up with the opponent, then deploys Risky's hat above herself.
Down Throw
Scimitar Thrust
A downwards thrust with a scimitar. Leaves Shantae airborne afterwards.
