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|game1=''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]'' (1995)
|game1=''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]'' (1995)
|lastgame=''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]'' (2022, reference)
|lastgame=''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]'' (2022, reference)
|game=<small>''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''<br>''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]] (reference)''<br>''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]'' ([[Kirby Quest]])<br>''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Team Kirby Clash Deluxe]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' ([[Celebration Picture]])<br>''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'' (Spirit)<br>''[[Super Kirby Clash]]'' ([[Sticker (Super Kirby Clash)|sticker]])</small>
|game=<small>''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''<br>''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''<br>''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]'' ([[Kirby Quest]])<br>''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Team Kirby Clash Deluxe]]'' (reference)<br>''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' ([[Celebration Picture]])<br>''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'' (Spirit)<br>''[[Super Kirby Clash]]'' ([[Sticker (Super Kirby Clash)|sticker]])</small>
|weakness=[[Rainbow Sword]] (''Kirby's Dream Land 2'')<br>[[Love-Love Stick]] (''Kirby's Dream Land 3'')<br>[[Gooey|Mock Matter]] (''Kirby's Dream Land 3'')
|weakness=[[Rainbow Sword]] (''Kirby's Dream Land 2'')<br>[[Love-Love Stick]] (''Kirby's Dream Land 3'')<br>[[Gooey|Mock Matter]] (''Kirby's Dream Land 3'')
|relative=[[Gooey]], [[Dark Matter (cloud)]], [[Zero]], [[Dark Matter Clone]]
|relative=[[Gooey]], [[Dark Matter (cloud)]], [[Zero]], [[Miracle Matter]], [[0²]]
|similar=[[Void Termina]], [[Dark Crafter]], [[Dark Mind]], [[Dark Nebula]], [[Miracle Matter]], [[0²]]
|similar=[[Void Termina]], [[Dark Crafter]], [[Dark Mind]], [[Dark Nebula]]
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"[[Dark Matter Blade (theme)|Dark Matter Blade]]"
[[File:KDL2 Dark Matter Blade Sample.mp3]]
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"[[Real Dark Matter (theme)|Real Dark Matter]]"
[[File:Real Dark Matter KDL2.mp3]]
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|description=Clips of Dark Matter's boss battle themes from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''.
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'''Dark Matter''' is one of the primary antagonists of the [[Kirby (series)|''Kirby'' series]], making major appearances in two games to date, namely ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]'' and ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''. He also makes a minor appearance as the final boss of [[Kirby Quest]], a [[Sub-Game]] of ''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]''. He twice attempts to take over [[Planet Popstar]] and turn it into a world of darkness; the second time, he calls upon his master [[Zero]] to assist him.
'''Dark Matter''' is one of the primary antagonists of the [[Kirby (series)|''Kirby'' series]], making major appearances in two games to date, namely ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]'' and ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''. It also makes a minor appearance as the final boss of [[Kirby Quest]], a [[Sub-Game]] of ''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]''. This Dark Matter appears to be a single high-ranking member of [[Dark Matter (cloud)|a greater species]], but it still defers to its master, [[Zero]].
 
==Overview==
==Overview==
Dark Matter has two primary forms. His initial form is a disguise known as '''Dark Matter Blade''', which gives him a somewhat humanoid appearance with spiky hair, armor, and a cape, as well as a visor with a single eye. His other form is that of a shadowy sphere encircled by small orbs, sporting a single eye. In ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'', the orbs are purple, and this form is referred to as '''Real Dark Matter'''; in all other appearances, the orbs are orange, and this form is simply called Dark Matter. Given that Real Dark Matter briefly appears with orange orbs when [[Dark Matter Clone]] is defeated, ''Kirby's Dream Land 3'' features the same character with orange orbs, and that most other artwork of Dark Matter features orange orbs, it can be assumed that the purple orbs were simply an early design difference.
Dark Matter has two primary forms; one such form is that of '''Dark Matter Blade''', which gives him a somewhat humanoid appearance with spiky hair, armor, and a cape, as well as a visor with a single eye. Its most common form is that of a shadowy sphere encircled by small orange or purple balls, and sporting a single eye (referred to as '''Real Dark Matter''' in Japanese).
 
It is capable of possessing other life forms and making them bend to its will, an ability that it frequently takes advantage of to possess [[Kirby|Kirby's]] friends and rivals (notably [[King Dedede]]), often forcing them to fight him. While being possessed by Dark Matter, some creatures obtain enhanced and sometimes bizarre abilities. It can also control [[Dark Matter (cloud)|dark clouds]] that serve the same purpose on a larger scale, doing so in ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''.


Little is known about Dark Matter's motives, other than his desire to turn Popstar into a dark world where his kind can thrive. He is capable of possessing other life forms and making them bend to his will, an ability that he frequently takes advantage of to possess [[Kirby]]'s friends and rivals (notably [[King Dedede]]), often forcing them to fight them. While being possessed by Dark Matter, some creatures obtain enhanced and sometimes bizarre abilities. He can also control [[Dark Matter (cloud)|dark clouds]] that serve the same purpose on a larger scale, doing so in ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''.
Dark Matter also shows up in Chapter 4 of [[Kirby Quest]] from ''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]''. It's the final enemy encountered in this [[Sub-Game]]. Its appearance is similar to that of its ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' incarnation, but is bigger and has orange balls as opposed to purple.


==Game appearances==
==Game appearances==
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|''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''
|''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''
|Secondary antagonist and final boss
|Final boss
|Fought in phase 1 of the final fight.
|Fought in phase 1 of the final fight.
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|''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''
|''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''
|Reference
|Reference
|A painting of him appears in [[Adeleine]]'s fight.
|A painting of it appears in [[Adeleine]]'s fight.
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|''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]''
|''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]''
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|''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''
|''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''
|Reference
|Reference
|[[Dark Matter Clone|A clone of Dark Matter]] is fought as a boss. Also appears as two rare [[Sticker (Kirby: Planet Robobot)|stickers]].
|A clone of Dark Matter is fought as a boss. Also appears as two rare [[Sticker (Kirby: Planet Robobot)|stickers]].
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|''[[Team Kirby Clash Deluxe]]''
|''[[Team Kirby Clash Deluxe]]''
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===''Kirby's Dream Land 2''===
===''Kirby's Dream Land 2''===
[[File:KDL2 Dark Matter sprite 1.png|left]] Dark Matter (referred to here as '''!?''' in the game's [[bad ending]]) debuted in ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''. Here, he tried to take over Dream Land by breaking the rainbow bridges between the [[Rainbow Islands]] and possessing some of its [[Boss|citizens]]. He can only be fought in this game if Kirby has collected all [[Rainbow Drop]]s. Otherwise, defeating King Dedede will end the game and lead to the bad ending.
{{main|Dark Castle - Stage 8#Final Boss: Dark Matter}}
Dark Matter (referred to here as '''!?''' in the game's [[False Ending]]) debuted in ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''. Here, it tried to take over Dream Land by breaking the rainbow bridges between the [[Rainbow Islands]] and possessing some of its [[Boss|citizens]]. It can only be fought in this game if Kirby has collected all [[Rainbow Drop]]s. Otherwise, defeating King Dedede will end the game and lead to the False Ending.


In this game, he first appears as Dark Matter Blade. Once this form is defeated, he emerges as his true form, Real Dark Matter, and both combatants begin free-falling. Kirby must defeat Real Dark Matter before reaching the ground, or else he will lose a life. After Dark Matter is defeated, Dream Land goes back to normal.
In this game, it first appears in the Dark Matter Blade form. Once this form is defeated, it emerges as its true form, Real Dark Matter, and both combatants begin free-falling. Kirby must defeat Real Dark Matter before reaching the ground, or else he will lose a life. After Dark Matter is defeated, Dream Land goes back to normal.


According to a book published by Keibunsha in 1995 titled「最新星のカービィ大百科」 (''The Latest Kirby of the Stars Encyclopedia''), Dark Matter is lonely, and targeted [[Dream Land]] out of jealousy:
According to an unofficial Japanese player's guide published by Keibunsha, Dark Matter is lonely, and targeted [[Dream Land]] out of jealousy:
{{quote|'''Why is Dream Land being targeted?'''


{{quote|'''プププランドがねらわれるのはナゼ？'''<br>ダークマターはとっても{{furi|寂|さび}}しい{{furi|人|ひと}}なんだ。だからプププランドみたいに、みんなが{{furi|友達|ともだち}}っていう{{furi|国|くに}}がうらやましいんだね。「{{furi|友達|ともだち}}になって」って{{furi|言|い}}えないんだ。<br><br>'''Why is Dream Land being targeted?'''<br>Dark Matter is a very lonely person. So when he saw Dream Land, a place where everyone is friends, he became jealous. He's unable to say "be my friend."|''The Latest Kirby of the Stars Encyclopedia'' (Japanese)<ref>[https://64.media.tumblr.com/30d59ea4c31293df18dc4500e20bea3e/tumblr_osqphwimdY1wunvcno1_1280.jpg ''The Latest Kirby of the Stars Encyclopedia'' (Japanese)]</ref>}}
Dark Matter is a very lonely person. So he gets jealous when he sees a country where everyone is friends, like in Dream Land. He cannot say, "let’s become friends."|''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' Japanese player's guide<ref>[https://thefountainofdreams.tumblr.com/post/183380811729/kirbykollection-the-japanese-players-guide-to ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' Player's Guide (Japan)]</ref>}}


This book was not officially published by Nintendo, [[Continuity#Continuity of miscellaneous content|so whether or not it applies to the game's continuity is unclear]]. However, the January 2019 issue of ''Nintendo DREAM'' affirms that, at least in-house, the [[HAL Laboratory]] developers considered this to be Dark Matter's backstory.<ref>{{quote|最初に登場したダークマターには、友達が欲しくてちょっと寂しがりやなのでは…という設定も『星のカービィ2』開発当時の社内にあったようですので、今回のフレンズとハートの物語と親和性があるのではとも考えましたが、さすがにダークマターには今はまだ悪役を貫いてほしく (It seems that, when Dark Matter first appeared in Kirby's Dream Land 2, the developers had the idea that he was lonely and wanted to have friends. I thought that this could tie into this game's themes of "friends" and "hearts", but I'd of course prefer for Dark Matter to remain a villain for now.)|''Nintendo DREAM'', January 2019}}</ref>
This guide is not officially published by Nintendo, so it is not necessarily considered [[canon]]. However, the January 2019 issue of ''Nintendo DREAM'' affirms that, at least in-house, the [[HAL Laboratory]] developers considered this to be Dark Matter's backstory.<ref>{{quote|最初に登場したダークマターには、友達が欲しくてちょっと寂しがりやなのでは…という設定も『星のカービィ2』開発当時の社内にあったようですので、今回のフレンズとハートの物語と親和性があるのではとも考えましたが、さすがにダークマターには今はまだ悪役を貫いてほしく (It seems that, when Dark Matter first appeared in Kirby's Dream Land 2, the developers had the idea that he was lonely and wanted to have friends. I thought there might be a link between this and the idea of "friends" and "hearts", but I'd like for Dark Matter to remain a villain for now.)|''Nintendo DREAM'', January 2019}}</ref>


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===''Kirby's Dream Land 3''===
===''Kirby's Dream Land 3''===
[[File:KDL3 Hyper Zone screenshot 01.png|thumb|Facing off against Dark Matter in [[Hyper Zone]], in ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''.]]
[[File:KDL3 Hyper Zone screenshot 01.png|thumb|Facing off against Dark Matter in [[Hyper Zone]], in ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''.]]
[[File:KDL3 B DarkMatter.png|left]] After being defeated in ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'', Dark Matter once again tries to take over Dream Land alongside [[Zero]], this time using a [[Dark Matter (cloud)|dark cloud]]. The official Japanese guide mentions that Kirby defeated Dark Matter in the previous game, but it is left unclear if this is the exact same character as before (though this is implied to be the case by the ''Kirby Character Encyclopedia'').<ref>{{Cite book|quote=前作でカービィに倒されたゼロの手下。今度は親分といっしょにやってくる。 (Zero's servant, who was defeated by Kirby in the previous game. This time, he brought his master.)|book=Kirby's Dream Land 3 Official Nintendo Guidebook|publisher=Nintendo|page=8}}</ref> He can only be fought in this game if Kirby has collected all [[Heart Star]]s. After being defeated, the people possessed celebrate together. Otherwise, defeating King Dedede will end the game and lead to the bad ending.
{{main|Hyper Zone}}
After being defeated in ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'', Dark Matter once again tries to take over Dream Land alongside [[Zero]], this time using a [[Dark Matter (cloud)|dark cloud]]. The official Japanese guide confirms that this Dark Matter is the same entity from the previous game.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=前作でカービィに倒されたゼロの手下。今度は親分といっしょにやってくる。 (Zero's servant, who was defeated by Kirby in the previous game. This time, he brought his master.)|book=Kirby's Dream Land 3 Official Nintendo Guidebook|publisher=Nintendo|page=8}}</ref> It can only be fought in this game if Kirby has collected all [[Heart Star]]s. After being defeated, the people possessed celebrate together. Otherwise, defeating King Dedede will end the game and lead to the False Ending.


Dark Matter is faced as the first opponent in [[Hyper Zone]]. He fights similarly to his second form in ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'', using dark lasers and projectiles consisting of his orange fins to attack. However, his attack patterns are less aggressive and there is no time limit. After being defeated, [[Zero]] appears immediately after as the true final boss of the game.
Dark Matter is faced as the first opponent in [[Hyper Zone]]. It fights similarly to its second form in ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'', using dark lasers and projectiles consisting of its orange orbs to attack. After being defeated, [[Zero]] appears immediately after as the true final boss of the game.


===''Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards''===
===''Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards''===
While Dark Matter does not directly appear in this title, instead being replaced by the [[Dark Matter (cloud)|Dark Matter cloud]] and a handful of individual specimens of Dark Matter, his ''Kirby's Dream Land 3'' form appears as a painting that [[Adeleine]] creates during her boss fight.
While Dark Matter does not directly appear in this title, instead being replaced by the [[Dark Matter (cloud)|Dark Matter cloud]], its "Real Dark Matter" form appears as a painting that [[Adeleine]] creates during her boss fight.


===''Kirby: Canvas Curse''===
===''Kirby: Canvas Curse''===
In ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'', Dark Matter in his real form appears as a painting in [[Paint Panic]]. Notably, he is depicted here with a light blue iris, as opposed to orange or dark brown in most appearances since ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''.
In ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'', Dark Matter appears as a painting in [[Paint Panic]].


Additionally, Dark Matter was originally set to appear as a [[Kirby Ball|ball character]], along with other [[boss]]es from previous games, like [[Lololo & Lalala]], [[Zero]], and [[Nightmare|Nightmare's Power Orb]]. However, the idea was scrapped, and he doesn't appear in the final game.<ref>''[[20th Anniversary Kirby Pupupu Encyclopedia]]'', page 125''</ref>
Additionally, Dark Matter was originally set to appear as a [[Ball Kirby|ball character]], along with other [[boss]]es from previous games, like [[Lololo & Lalala]], [[Zero]], and [[Nightmare|Nightmare's Power Orb]]. However, the idea was scrapped, and it doesn't appear in the final game.<ref>''[[20th Anniversary Kirby Pupupu Encyclopedia]]'', page 125''</ref>


===''Kirby: Squeak Squad''===
===''Kirby: Squeak Squad''===
[[File:KSqS Graphic 4.png|thumb|right|The Graphic from ''Kirby: Squeak Squad'', featuring unique artwork of Dark Matter.]]
In ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]'', Dark Matter Blade appears in a Graphic featuring various final bosses. Notably, the artwork used in it is brand new.
In ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]'', Dark Matter Blade appears in a [[Graphic]] featuring various final bosses. Notably, the artwork used for him is brand new.


===''Kirby Super Star Ultra''===
===''Kirby Super Star Ultra''===
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===''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''===
===''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''===
[[Sprite]] art of Dark Matter Blade from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' and Dark Matter from ''Kirby's Dream Land 3'' are present as rare [[keychain]]s for the player to collect.
[[Sprite]] art of Dark Matter Blade from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' and Real Dark Matter from ''Kirby's Dream Land 3'' are present as rare [[keychain]]s for the player to collect.


===''Kirby: Planet Robobot''===
===''Kirby: Planet Robobot''===
[[File:KPR Dark Matter Clone.png|thumb|[[Dark Matter Clone]] in ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'']]
Dark Matter appears as two [[Sticker (Kirby: Planet Robobot)|stickers]] using its artwork from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' and ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''. A [[Dark Matter Clone|clone made in its likeness]] also appears, being summoned by [[Star Dream]] to test [[Meta Knight]].
Dark Matter appears as two [[Sticker (Kirby: Planet Robobot)|stickers]] using his artwork from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' and ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''. A [[Dark Matter Clone|clone made in his likeness]] also appears, being summoned by [[Star Dream]] to test [[Meta Knight]].


===''Team Kirby Clash Deluxe'' / ''Super Kirby Clash''===
===''Team Kirby Clash Deluxe'' / ''Super Kirby Clash''===
Dark Matter makes a cameo in ''[[Team Kirby Clash Deluxe]]'' and in ''[[Super Kirby Clash]]'', where a set of Dark Matter-themed weapon (Dark Matter Blade) and armor (Dark Matter Gear) for the [[Sword Hero]] role is sold in [[Magolor's Shoppe]]. The sword is covered with a purple aura, the armor resembles the appearance of the dark swordsman (complete with flowing "hair" and a living single eye), and the shield resembles his true form.
Dark Matter makes a cameo in ''[[Team Kirby Clash Deluxe]]'' and in ''[[Super Kirby Clash]]'', where a set of Swordsman Dark Matter-themed weapon (Dark Matter Blade) and armor (Dark Matter Gear) for [[Sword Hero]] is sold in [[Magolor's Shoppe]]. The sword is covered with purple aura, the armor resembles the appearance of the dark swordsman (complete with flowing "hair" and a living single eye), and the shield resembles its true form.


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In ''Super Kirby Clash'', Dark Matter Blade also appears as a [[Sticker (Super Kirby Clash)|sticker]].
In ''Super Kirby Clash'', Dark Matter also appears as a [[Sticker (Super Kirby Clash)|sticker]], represented in his swordsman form.


===''Kirby Star Allies''===
===''Kirby Star Allies''===
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===''Kirby's Dream Buffet''===
===''Kirby's Dream Buffet''===
In ''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]'', Dark Matter is represented by two [[Character Treat]]s: the first depicts artwork of Dark Matter Blade from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'', and the second depicts his true form sprite from ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''.
In ''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]'', Dark Matter is represented by two [[Character Treat]]s: the first depicts his swordsman form artwork from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'', and the second depicts his true form sprite from ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''.


===''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''===
===''Super Smash Bros. series''===
In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'', Dark Matter appears as a ★★★★ primary [[smashwiki:spirit|spirit]] in his Blade form. The spirit's type is attack, and it possesses 3 support slots. It has level 1 stats of 2,159 attack and 1,876 defense, along with 5,398 attack and 4,691 defense when leveled up to level 99. It can be obtained either by battling it in [[smashwiki:Adventure Mode: World of Light|World of Light]], battling it in the [[smashwiki:Spirit Board|Spirit Board]], or purchasing it from the [[smashwiki:Shop|Shop]].
====''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''====
In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'', Dark Matter appears as a ★★★★ primary [[smashwiki:spirit|spirit]] in its Blade form. Its type is attack, and it possesses 3 support slots. It has level 1 stats of 2,159 attack and 1,876 defense, along with 5,398 attack and 4,691 defense when leveled up to level 99. It can be obtained either by battling it in [[smashwiki:Adventure Mode: World of Light|World of Light]], battling it in the [[smashwiki:Spirit Board|Spirit Board]], or purchasing it from the [[smashwiki:Shop|Shop]].


==''Kirby: Right Back at Ya!''==
==''Kirby: Right Back at Ya!''==
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|title=Dark Matter
|title=Dark Matter
|image=[[File:E0 Dark Matter.png|200px]]
|image=[[File:E0 Dark Matter.png|200px]]
|caption=Dark Matter as he appears in [[Kirby of the Stars Pilot]].
|caption=Dark Matter as it appears in [[Kirby of the Stars Pilot]].
|debut=[[Kirby of the Stars Pilot]]
|debut=[[Kirby of the Stars Pilot]]
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While not appearing in the [[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!|anime itself]], Dark Matter makes a brief appearance in the [[Kirby of the Stars Pilot]] as one of the enemies which Kirby must battle, taking on his appearance from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''. He is quickly dispatched using the [[Ice]] ability.
While not appearing in the [[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!|anime itself]], Dark Matter makes a brief appearance in the [[Kirby of the Stars Pilot]] as one of the enemies which Kirby must battle, taking on its appearance from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''. It is quickly dispatched using the [[Ice]] ability.
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==Relatives of Dark Matter==
==Relatives of Dark Matter==
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===Confirmed===
===Confirmed===
In Japanese, these entities belong to a group called the '''Dark Matter Clan''' (ダークマター族).
In Japanese, these entities belong to a group called the '''Dark Matter Clan''' (ダークマター族).
*[[Dark Matter (cloud)]] - A cloudy mass of darkness that is controlled by Dark Matter, Zero, and 0².
*[[Dark Matter (cloud)]] - A cloudy mass of Dark Matter beings that is controlled by Dark Matter, Zero, and 0².
*[[Gooey]] - A friend of Kirby's who is made of Dark Matter.
*[[Gooey]] - A friend of Kirby's who is made of Dark Matter.
*[[Zero]] - A huge white sphere that appears after Dark Matter is defeated in ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]'', with the ability of summoning smaller Dark Matters.
*[[Zero]] - A huge white sphere that appears after Dark Matter is defeated in ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]'', with the ability of summoning smaller Dark Matters.
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===Suspected===
===Suspected===
*[[N-Z]] - A common enemy first introduced in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''. Despite their innocuous appearance and behavior, there are implications that suggest that they are part of the Dark Matter family.
*[[Miracle Matter]] - A mysterious 20-sided foe which utilizes many [[Copy Ability]] elements in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''. While suspected to be part of the Dark Matter family, there has been no official confirmation of this.
*[[Miracle Matter]] - A mysterious 20-sided foe which utilizes many [[Copy Ability]] elements in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''. While suspected to be part of the Dark Matter family, there has been no official confirmation of this.
*[[0²]] - Thought to be the successor to Zero, fought in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''. The Japanese-exclusive ''[[20th Anniversary Kirby Pupupu Encyclopedia]]'' states that its relationship to Dark Matter and its true intentions are [[List of mysteries|unknown]].
*[[0²]] - Thought to be the successor to Zero, fought in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''. The Japanese-exclusive ''[[20th Anniversary Kirby Pupupu Encyclopedia]]'' states that its relationship to Dark Matter and its true intentions are [[List of mysteries|unknown]].
*[[Dark Mind]] - A powerful foe who resided in the [[Dimension Mirror]] and was able to influence other characters. Much like Dark Matter, he has a humanoid "false" form and a true form with a cycloptic eye.
*[[Dark Mind]] - A powerful foe who resided in the [[Dimension Mirror]] and was able to influence other characters. Much like Dark Matter, he has a humanoid "false" form and a true form with a cycloptic eye.
*[[Dark Nebula]] - A star-shaped being who was confined to a treasure chest, fought in ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]''. The Japanese-exclusive ''20th Anniversary Kirby Pupupu Encyclopedia'' states that Dark Nebula (known in Japanese, Chinese and Korean as Dark Zero) may be related to Dark Matter, but their exact relationship is unknown. This relationship has never been stated in the games or any localized English source.
*[[Dark Nebula]] - A star-shaped being who was confined to a treasure chest, fought in ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]''. The Japanese-exclusive ''20th Anniversary Kirby Pupupu Encyclopedia'' states that Dark Nebula (known in Japanese as Dark Zero) may be related to Dark Matter, but their exact relationship is unknown. This relationship has never been stated in the games or any localized English source.
*[[Master Crown]] - An object of immense power which is stolen by [[Magolor]] in ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]''. When worn by Magolor, it causes him to take an appearance very similar to Dark Matter's true form.
*[[Master Crown]] - An object of immense power which is stolen by [[Magolor]] in ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]''. When worn by Magolor, it causes him to take an appearance very similar to Dark Matter's true form.
*[[Dark Crafter]] - The color-stealing main antagonist of ''[[Kirby and the Rainbow Curse]]'', with some similarities to the Dark Matter line.
*[[Dark Crafter]] - The color-stealing main antagonist of ''[[Kirby and the Rainbow Curse]]'', with some similarities to the Dark Matter line.
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{{main|Real Dark Matter (theme)}}
{{main|Real Dark Matter (theme)}}
{{main|VS. Dark Matter}}
{{main|VS. Dark Matter}}
Dark Matter has various boss battle themes for his different forms.
Dark Matter has various boss battle themes for its different forms.
*His themes from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]'' have been remixed in ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' (for [[Dark Matter Clone]]) and ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' (for [[Rick & Kine & Coo]] vs [[Morpho Knight]]).
*Its themes from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]'' have been remixed in ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' (for [[Dark Matter Clone]]) and ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' (for [[Rick & Kine & Coo]] vs [[Morpho Knight]]).
*His theme from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]'' has been remixed in ''Kirby Star Allies'' (for [[Gooey]] vs Morpho Knight).
*Its theme from ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]'' has been remixed in ''Kirby Star Allies'' (for [[Gooey]] vs Morpho Knight).


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In ''[[Bulbapedia:Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon|Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon]]'', the final boss, [[Bulbapedia:Dark Matter|Dark Matter]], shares similar qualities with Dark Matter from the [[Kirby (series)|''Kirby'' series]], such as having the same name in English, French, Spanish and Japanese, being a main antagonist, and having the ability to control the minds of other characters.
*In ''[[Bulbapedia:Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon|Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon]]'', the final boss, [[Bulbapedia:Dark Matter|Dark Matter]], shares similar qualities with Dark Matter from the [[Kirby (series)|''Kirby'' series]], such as having the same name in English, French, Spanish and Japanese, being a main antagonist, and having the ability to control the minds of other characters.
 
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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KDL2 Dark Matter ball artwork.jpg|Artwork of Real Dark Matter in his typical ball form in ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 2]]''
KDL2 Dark Matter ball artwork.jpg|Artwork of Real Dark Matter in its typical ball form in ''Kirby's Dream Land 2''
KDL2 Tank concept artwork.png|Concept art for ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'', featuring Dark Matter Blade
KDL3 DarkMatterCA.png|Artwork of Dark Matter from the credits sequence in ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''
KDL2 Dark Matter sprite 2.png|Sprite of Real Dark Matter from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2''
KDL3 DarkMatterCA.png|Artwork of Dark Matter from the credits sequence in ''[[Kirby's Dream Land 3]]''
KSqS Dark Matter artwork.jpg|Artwork of Dark Matter from ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]''
KSqS Dark Matter artwork.jpg|Artwork of Dark Matter from ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]''
Dark Matter swordsman CardSwipe KSSU.png|Card from [[Kirby Card Swipe]] in ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''
Keychain DarkMatter1.png|Keychain of Dark Matter's blade form in ''Kirby Dream Land 2'', from ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''
KMA KQ Dark Matter Blade sprite.png|Sprite of Dark Matter Blade from ''[[Kirby's Mass Attack]]'', [[Kirby Quest]]
KMA KQ Dark Matter Sprite.png|Sprite of Dark Matter from ''Kirby's Mass Attack'', Kirby Quest
Kirby Quest KMA Game Over.png|Game over screen shows [[Rick]], [[Coo]] and [[Kine]] on the bottom with Dark Matter shown on top where the game over text is displayed in ''Kirby Quest''
Keychain DarkMatter1.png|Keychain of Dark Matter's blade form in ''Kirby Dream Land 2'', from ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''
Keychain DarkMatter2.png|Keychain of Dark Matter's real form in ''Kirby Dream Land 3'', from ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''
Keychain DarkMatter2.png|Keychain of Dark Matter's real form in ''Kirby Dream Land 3'', from ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''
KPR Dark Matter Clone model.png|Model of [[Dark Matter Clone]] from ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''
Bad Boss Brothers.png|Dark Matter cameos in the "Bad Boss Brothers" [[Celebration Picture]] under its blade form
KPR Dark Matter Clone defeat model.png|Model of the form Dark Matter Clone takes for a very brief moment before exploding in ''Kirby: Planet Robobot''
TKCD Dark Matter Gear Render.png|Artwork of the Dark Matter Gear from ''[[Team Kirby Clash Deluxe]]''
Bad Boss Brothers.png|Dark Matter cameos in the "Bad Boss Brothers" [[Celebration Picture]] from ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' in his blade form
Bad Boss Brothers sketch.jpg|Original sketch of the "Bad Boss Brothers" Celebration Picture, where Dark Matter is in a different pose
Sword Hero Dark Matter gear concept art SKC.jpg|Concept art for Dark Matter Blade and Gear from ''[[Super Kirby Clash]]''
KDB Pixel Dark Matter character treat.png|Pixel Dark Matter [[Character Treat]] from ''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]'', using his sprite from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2''
KDB Pixel Dark Matter KDL3 character treat.png|Pixel Dark Matter Character Treat from ''Kirby's Dream Buffet'', using his sprite from ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''
KRtDLD Dark Matter Clone Mask Icon.png|[[Mask#Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe|Dress-Up Mask]] of Dark Matter Clone from ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]''
General Miiverse artwork 2.jpg|[[Miiverse]] illustration commemorating Kirby's 23rd birthday
General Miiverse artwork 3.jpg|Miiverse illustration commemorating Kirby's 25th birthday
Twitter commemorative - Halloween 2017.jpg|Halloween 2017 illustration from the [[Kirby JP Twitter]] featuring a candy based on Dark Matter
Twitter commemorative - Halloween 2017.jpg|Halloween 2017 illustration from the [[Kirby JP Twitter]] featuring a candy based on Dark Matter
Twitter commemorative - Valentine's Day 2018.jpg|Valentine's Day 2018 Illustration from the Kirby JP Twitter featuring a cookie based on Dark Matter
Twitter commemorative - Valentine's Day 2018.jpg|Valentine's Day 2018 Illustration from the Kirby JP Twitter featuring a cookie based on Dark Matter
Twitter commemorative - Halloween 2019.jpg|Halloween 2019 illustration from the Kirby JP Twitter, featuring [[Channel PPP Crew|Assistant Waddle Dee]] in a Dark Matter costume
Sword Hero Dark Matter gear concept art SKC.jpg|Concept art for Dark Matter Blade and Gear from ''Super Kirby Clash''
KTSSI Dark Matter cake.png|The Dark Matter dense chocolate and fruit cake in ''[[Kirby: The Strange Sweets Island]]''
KDB Pixel Dark Matter character treat.png|Pixel Dark Matter [[Character Treat]] from ''Kirby's Dream Buffet'', using its sprite from ''Kirby's Dream Land 2''
Dedede Directory 35 - Dark Matter.jpg|[[Dedede Directory]] about Dark Matter
KDB Pixel Dark Matter KDL3 character treat.png|Pixel Dark Matter Character Treat from ''Kirby's Dream Buffet'', using its sprite from ''Kirby's Dream Land 3''
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Dedede Directory 35 - Dark Matter.jpg|Dedede Directory about Dark Matter
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