Thread:Godzilla2020/@comment-28141308-20170224071400/@comment-28141308-20170224231950

If we used composite for both Sonic and Mario without SMG or Archie, then both can still take him on, if you ask me.

Both are way too fast in reaction and movement, and can easily deal hits not even Rathalos can take. He can take a bombardement of shells, swords, etc. But I doubt he can tank a hit from a Plumber who lifts Castles and a Hedgehog who can throw flurries of hits which can break large robots to pieces in a matter of time. But of course, Rathalos isn't exactly massively doomed. Being larger can give him a bit of an upper advantage exploiting the terrain and such, as you mentioned. And while he does not seem to be the strongest, he can still manage to injure them if given the chance. Sadly, it's impossible. As for my final thoughts summed up of what I think:

Rathalos is strong and really durable, but his durability has limits to what he can take. He may be able to fly, deal large blows and be able to use the environment, but is just not durable or fast enough to be able to land a single hit, given that his large body drags him down.

And I'm not even using Mario and Sonic's full arsenal yet, which can cause serious trouble for Rathalos early on.

He does not have a good chance at winning if we use composite -SMG and -Archie, that's something we can agree on. Platformer game Mario and Sonic could be beaten, tho.

SMG and Archie : Shitstomp beyond shitstomp

Composite excluding SMG and Archie : Still massive stomp

Platformer only : Could be possible to win for Rathalos

That's my thoughts