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|image=[[File:KSSU Meta-Knights artwork.png|300px]] | |image=[[File:KSSU Meta-Knights artwork.png|300px]] | ||
|caption=Artwork of the '''Meta-Knights''' from ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'' | |caption=Artwork of the '''Meta-Knights''' from ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'' | ||
|game1=''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'' (1993) | |game1=''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'' (1993) | ||
|lastgame=''[[ | |lastgame=''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'' (2018, as a spirit) | ||
|game=<small>''[[Kirby Super Star]]''<br>''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''<br>''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''<br>''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]'' ([[Sub-Game]]s | |game=<small>''[[Kirby Super Star|{{KSS KFP}}]]''<br>''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''<br>''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''<br>''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]'' ([[Sub-Game]]s)<br>''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''<br>''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]'' <small>(Axe Knight only)</small></small> | ||
|copy ability=None | |copy ability=None | ||
|similar=[[Axe Knight]], [[Javelin Knight]], [[Mace Knight]], [[Trident | |similar=[[Axe Knight]], [[Javelin Knight]], [[Mace Knight]], [[Trident Knight]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{About|the four types of knight that appear in ambushes|their masked leader|[[Meta Knight]]}} | {{About|the four types of knight that appear in ambushes|their masked leader|[[Meta Knight]]}} | ||
The '''Meta-Knights''' are an enigmatic group of knights who are led by [[Meta Knight]] himself. They first appeared in ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'', where they were frequently fought as [[Mid-Boss]]es in their own distinctive arenas. However, their biggest role was in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' (and by extension, its [[Kirby Super Star Ultra|remake]]), in the [[Revenge of Meta Knight]] | The '''Meta-Knights''' are an enigmatic group of knights who are led by [[Meta Knight]] himself. They first appeared in ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'', where they were frequently fought as [[Mid-Boss]]es in their own distinctive arenas. However, their biggest role was in ''[[Kirby Super Star|{{KSS KFP}}]]'' (and by extension, its [[Kirby Super Star Ultra|remake]]), in the [[Revenge of Meta Knight]] Sub-Game, where they served as the primary antagonists. Outside of the occasional cameo, the Meta-Knights have largely been absent from the series since ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''. | ||
When fought, they typically attack as a group, fighting until their last member is defeated. They possess formidable weapons, but, unlike their leader, are not immune to being inhaled and spat out. Despite their arsenal, none of them yield [[Copy Ability|Copy Abilities]] when swallowed. | When fought, they typically attack as a group, fighting until their last member is defeated. They possess formidable weapons, but, unlike their leader, are not immune to being inhaled and spat out. Despite their arsenal, none of them yield [[Copy Ability|Copy Abilities]] when swallowed. | ||
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==Members== | ==Members== | ||
===Axe Knight=== | ===Axe Knight=== | ||
[[File:KSS Axe Knight.png|left]] | [[File:KSS Axe Knight sprite.png|left]] | ||
{{main|Axe Knight}} | {{main|Axe Knight}} | ||
Axe Knight's basic appearance is that of a minuscule skull, sporting a viking helmet atop his head and wielding an axe. Axe Knights normally appear in randomized areas. However, one particular Axe Knight assists Meta Knight in the main cabin of his battleship, the [[Halberd]]. | Axe Knight's basic appearance is that of a minuscule skull, sporting a viking helmet atop his head and wielding an axe. Axe Knights normally appear in randomized areas. However, one particular Axe Knight assists Meta Knight in the main cabin of his battleship, the [[Halberd]]. | ||
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[[File:KSS Trident Knight.png|left]] | [[File:KSS Trident Knight.png|left]] | ||
{{main|Trident Knight}} | {{main|Trident Knight}} | ||
While somewhat short in stature, Trident Knight is distinguished by his bright purple armor, the crescent on his helmet, and the tridents he tosses toward | While somewhat short in stature, Trident Knight is distinguished by his bright purple armor, the crescent on his helmet, and the tridents he tosses toward Kirby. These go for decent range, traveling upward, then downward in a large arc. While they can be a nuisance, the tridents' slow speed make them easy to avoid. | ||
===Javelin Knight=== | ===Javelin Knight=== | ||
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While not officially considered part of the Meta-Knights, [[Captain Vul]] and [[Sailor Waddle Dee]] make up the rest of the [[Halberd]]'s crew, acting behind the scenes while the other members fight [[Kirby]] directly. Because of this, they are commonly grouped | While not officially considered part of the Meta-Knights, [[Captain Vul]] and [[Sailor Waddle Dee]] make up the rest of the [[Halberd]]'s crew, acting behind the scenes while the other members fight [[Kirby]] directly. Because of this, they are commonly grouped together with the Meta-Knights. | ||
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==Game appearances== | ==Game appearances== | ||
===''Kirby's Adventure'' / ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''=== | ===''Kirby's Adventure'' / ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''=== | ||
[[File:KA Ice Cream Island Stage 3 screenshot 06.png|thumb|150px|Kirby battling the Meta-Knights in ''Kirby's Adventure''.]] | [[File:KA Ice Cream Island Stage 3 screenshot 06.png|thumb|150px|Kirby battling the Meta-Knights in ''Kirby's Adventure''.]] | ||
The Meta-Knights made their debut appearance in ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'', later reappearing in its remake, ''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''. They occasionally appear as Mid-Boss-like ambushes summoned by their leader, Meta Knight, to fight [[Kirby]]. When doing so, the health meter that appears for them in the [[heads-up display]] goes down in fixed increments as each is defeated. They appear in waves - with specific enemies appearing after previous ones are defeated - and each one has its own distinct position and attack pattern. | The Meta-Knights made their debut appearance in ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'', later reappearing in its remake, ''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''. They occasionally appear as Mid-Boss-like ambushes summoned by their leader, Meta Knight, to fight [[Kirby]]. When doing so, the health meter that appears for them in the [[heads-up display]] goes down in fixed increments as each is defeated. They appear in waves - with specific enemies appearing after previous ones are defeated - and each one has its own distinct position and attack pattern. | ||
==='' | ===''{{KSS KFP}}'' / ''Kirby Super Star Ultra''=== | ||
[[File:KSS Mallow Castle screenshot 02.png|thumb|150px|Kirby facing off against some Meta-Knights in '' | [[File:KSS Mallow Castle screenshot 02.png|thumb|150px|Kirby facing off against some Meta-Knights in ''{{KSS KFP}}''.]] | ||
The Meta-Knights reappear in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' and its remake, ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'', Here, instead of having distinct attack patterns for each ambush, Meta-Knights merely appear and then attack Kirby like normal enemies would. Outside of the typical ambush scenario, Meta-Knights can also be seen as regular enemies in [[Revenge of Meta Knight]] and [[Milky Way Wishes]]. In Revenge of Meta Knight, Axe Knight and Mace Knight have dialogue along with the rest of the [[Halberd]]'s crew. | The Meta-Knights reappear in ''[[Kirby Super Star|{{KSS KFP}}]]'' and its remake, ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'', Here, instead of having distinct attack patterns for each ambush, Meta-Knights merely appear and then attack Kirby like normal enemies would. Outside of the typical ambush scenario, Meta-Knights can also be seen as regular enemies in [[Revenge of Meta Knight]] and [[Milky Way Wishes]]. In Revenge of Meta Knight, Axe Knight and Mace Knight have dialogue along with the rest of the [[Halberd]]'s crew. | ||
Exclusive to ''Kirby Super Star Ultra'', clones of the Meta-Knights can also be summoned by [[Galacta Knight]] during his battle in [[Meta Knightmare Ultra]]. | Exclusive to ''Kirby Super Star Ultra'', clones of the Meta-Knights can also be summoned by [[Galacta Knight]] during his battle in [[Meta Knightmare Ultra]]. | ||
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They also appear in [[Kirby Quest]], where they are fought in Stage 28. | They also appear in [[Kirby Quest]], where they are fought in Stage 28. | ||
===''Kirby: Planet Robobot''=== | ===''Kirby: Planet Robobot''=== | ||
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In the [[Dedede's Cake Royale]] mode of ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]'', Meta Knight's doubles partner is Axe Knight, who plays identically to Cutter Kirby. The other three Meta-Knights do not appear. | In the [[Dedede's Cake Royale]] mode of ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]'', Meta Knight's doubles partner is Axe Knight, who plays identically to Cutter Kirby. The other three Meta-Knights do not appear. | ||
==='' | ===''Super Smash Bros.'' series=== | ||
====''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''==== | |||
===''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''=== | |||
In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'', the Meta-Knights appear as a primary Ace-class neutral spirit. | In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'', the Meta-Knights appear as a primary Ace-class neutral spirit. | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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Twitter commemorative - Hinamatsuri 2017.jpg|Illustration from the [[Kirby JP Twitter]] featuring the Meta-Knights | Twitter commemorative - Hinamatsuri 2017.jpg|Illustration from the [[Kirby JP Twitter]] featuring the Meta-Knights | ||
Twitter commemorative - Meta-Knights' party.jpg|Illustration from the Kirby JP Twitter featuring the Meta-Knights, [[Captain Vul]], and [[Sailor Waddle Dee]] | Twitter commemorative - Meta-Knights' party.jpg|Illustration from the Kirby JP Twitter featuring the Meta-Knights, [[Captain Vul]], and [[Sailor Waddle Dee]] | ||
Dedede Directory 87 - Halberd Crew.jpg|Dedede Directory about the Meta-Knights, Captain Vul, and Sailor Waddle Dee | Dedede Directory 87 - Halberd Crew.jpg|Dedede Directory about the Meta-Knights, Captain Vul, and Sailor Waddle Dee | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==Names in other languages== | ==Names in other languages== | ||
{{Names | {{Names | ||
|ja=メタ・ナイツ<br>''Meta Naitsu''<br> | |ja=メタ・ナイツ<br>''Meta Naitsu''<br>メタナイト軍団<br>''Meta Naito Gundan'' | ||
|jaM=Meta-Knights<br><br>Meta Knight Army (alternate; ''Super Smash Bros.'' series) | |jaM=Meta-Knights<br><br>Meta Knight Army (alternate; ''Super Smash Bros.'' series) | ||
|fr=Meta Knights | |fr=Meta Knights | ||
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|zhTradR=Mèitǎ Qíshìtuán | |zhTradR=Mèitǎ Qíshìtuán | ||
|zhM=Meta-Knights | |zhM=Meta-Knights | ||
}} | }} | ||
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[[Category:Mid-Bosses in Kirby's Adventure]] | [[Category:Mid-Bosses in Kirby's Adventure]] | ||
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[[Category:Groups and civilizations]] | [[Category:Groups and civilizations]] | ||
[[Category:Non-playable characters]] | [[Category:Non-playable characters]] | ||