Ross

"Ross Hams It Up!"

Ross is an antagonist in the Angry Birds series, but is best known for his status in the Bad Piggies subseries, being the main character of the first game before appearing in a supporting role in the second.

He is also a playable character in Nexed.

Real-World History
During the development of Angry Birds, Rovio wanted to find enemies for the game so that the birds would have a reason to launch themselves at structures. Artist Jaakko Iisalo often drew pigs, which would serve as the game's antagonists; Despite this, Iisalo saw the pigs as simply "mischevious" and not flatout villainous. At the time, the 2009 swine flu outbreak was a major topic, hence why the pigs were colored green.

After the success of the Angry Birds franchise, a spinoff in the form of Bad Piggies would release in September 2012, marking Ross' debut to the series as the main character. Following this game, Ross would also appear in several other Angry Birds titles, including the film duology released by Sony Pictures Animation. He would also return for 2023's Bad Piggies 2, now serving as an uncle and mentor to the game's (currently unnamed) protagonist.

Gameplay Information
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Moveset

 * Parts: Ross' HUD has a Part counter attached, with Ross starting each stock with eight Parts. Parts can be acquired by attacking opponents, with certain moves requiring Parts to use.
 * Tether Grab: Ross can use his grab in mid-air, allowing his to grab onto ledges from afar.

Grounded Attacks

 * Jab: Ross pokes a stick forwards, referencing stick-wielding Minion Pigs from Angry Birds Epic.
 * Dash Attack: Ross trips over himself and somersaults forwards.
 * Forward Light: Ross swings a shovel from left to right as a reference to Angry Birds Epic.
 * Up Light: Ross sweeps a feather duster over his head as a reference to Angry Birds Epic.
 * Down Light: Ross rolls forward.
 * Forward Strong: Ross pulls out a Boxing Glove box from Bad Piggies and activates it, performing a punch with the glove. This is his best kill move, but costs two Parts to use.
 * Up Strong: Ross bounces off a spring and performs a somersault. This move costs two Parts to use.
 * Down Strong: Ross hops onto an engine as it blows exhaust on both sides of itself. This move costs two Parts to use.
 * Counter: Ross attaches an umbrella to the opponent, letting them get carried away by the wind.

Aerial Attacks

 * Neutral Air: Ross performs a midair somersault.
 * Forward Air: Ross swings a wooden plank downwards, being able to spike opponents. This move costs one Part to use; Without any parts, Ross instead sticks his snout forwards.
 * Back Air: Ross opens a soda bottle behind himself, propelling himself slightly forwards while the soda explosion launches opponents. This move costs one Part to use; Without any parts, Ross instead thrusts his rump backwards.
 * Up Air: Ross opens an umbrella and spins it above his head, dealing multiple hits of damage. This move costs one Part to use; Without any parts, Ross instead performs a straight headbutt upwards.
 * Down Air: Ross pulls out a bellows and puffs it beneath himself, creating a windbox. This move costs one Part to use; Without any parts, Ross instead turns himself downward and sneezes, releasing a spray of snot to damage opponents.

Grabs / Throws

 * Grab: Ross grabs the opponent with a rope.
 * Pummel: Ross headbutts the opponent.
 * Forward Throw: Ross blows the opponent away with a fan, pushing them forwards.
 * Back Throw: Ross attaches a Suction Cup Wheel to the opponent, which carries them backwards.
 * Up Throw: Ross launches the opponent upwards with a firework. This is his best kill throw.
 * Down Throw: A pile of building material suddenly falls onto the opponent, burying them. This is Ross' best combo throw.

Stage Intro
Ross is seen rummaging through a crate of parts, which tips over to send him flying out. He quickly gathers his parts and enters his battle stance.

Taunts

 * A thought bubble appears over Ross' head depicting the Flock's eggs, which causes him to start drooling.
 * Ross tosses a wrench into the air, smiling.
 * Ross peers through a telescope, curious.
 * Ross hops up and down, laughing.

Victory Animations
Ross' victory theme is an excerpt of the Piggy Tales theme (0:06-0:11).
 * A crowd of Minion Pigs is seen cheering alongside Ross.
 * Ross is seen riding a vehicle across the finish line, which topples over and breaks as he falls off. He then gives the camera a sheepish grin.
 * Ross is seen presenting an egg to King Pig, who cheers with delight as Ross winks at the camera.

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Trivia
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