As you all know, Etika very recently took his own life. He deeply touched countless numbers of people and was a leader in positivity and hype on the internet. We have all been affected at least to some degree by his passing.

When someone had a bad day, an Etika video was able to cheer them up. Corny, I know, but it is the truth. What made Etika such a warrior and a strong human being was his ability to spread positivity like a disease while not feeling that positive about himself on the inside.

Nintendo and Masahiro Sakurai, the people who develop and own the rights to the Super Smash Bros. IP, have recognized Etika’s immense passion for their franchise in the past. Acknowledging all that Etika has done in his time on Earth, it only feels right for Nintendo and Sakurai to give him a tribute by making him a playable character in Smash Ultimate, or later game in the Smash Bros. franchise, Etika’s most beloved IP. Even if the character is not directly based off of him, and doesn’t go by his name, a character inspired by him and his fanbase would be a perfect tribute to Etika, his community and those who loved him.

Etika was such a huge supporter of Nintendo’s franchises, and if there is life after death, he still is. He got so many people to develop a love for Nintendo and their franchises, especially the Smash Bros. IP. Every reaction of Etika’s affected someone positively. We all know it would mean way more than words to Etika if he was added to Smash. Just try to imagine how he would react. Everyone in the community would freak out if this happened as well.

If this ever reaches anyone at Nintendo, consider the impact Etika had on the gaming community, and consider the effect this would have on Etika if he saw this happen from Heaven.

The Smash Ultimate motto is “Everyone is Here,” but I don’t think everyone is here without Etika.

Etika, you will be forever missed and never forgotten.

Rest In Peace Etika, a true legend.