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|game1=''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'' (1993)
|game1=''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'' (1993)
|lastgame=''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]'' (2023)
|lastgame=''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]'' (2023)
|similar= [[Dark Meta Knight]]<br>[[Galacta Knight]]<br>[[Morpho Knight]]<br>[[Parallel Meta Knight]]<br>[[Phantom Meta Knight]]
|related=[[Dark Meta Knight]]<br>[[Mecha Knight]]<br>[[Parallel Meta Knight]]<br>[[Waning Crescent Masked Dedede & Waxing Crescent Masked Meta Knight|Waxing Crescent Masked Meta Knight]]<br>[[Phantom Meta Knight]]
|voice= Anonymous HAL Laboratory staff member <small>(''Kirby'' series)</small><br>[[wikipedia:Atsushi Kisaichi|Atsushi Kisaichi]] <small>(''Super Smash Bros.'' series; Japanese)</small><br>Eric Newsome <small>(''Super Smash Bros.'' series; English)
|similar=[[Galacta Knight]]<br>[[Metal General]]<br>[[Morpho Knight]]
|voice=Anonymous HAL Laboratory staff member <small>(''Kirby'' series)</small><br>[[wikipedia:Atsushi Kisaichi|Atsushi Kisaichi]] <small>(''Super Smash Bros.'' series; Japanese)</small><br>Eric Newsome <small>(''Super Smash Bros.'' series; English)
|theme music=[[File:My Friend and the Sunset KF2.mp3]]
|theme music=[[File:My Friend and the Sunset KF2.mp3]]
|theme title=[[My Friend and the Sunset]]
|theme title="[[My Friend and the Sunset]]"
|description=Clip of "My Friend and the Sunset" from ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''. Though introduced as a cutscene theme in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'', the song was established as Meta Knight's personal theme beginning in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''.
|description=Clip of "My Friend and the Sunset" from ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''. Though introduced as a cutscene theme in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'', the song was established as Meta Knight's personal theme beginning in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''.
|other wikis=[[smashwiki:Meta Knight|SmashWiki]]<br>[[mariowiki:Meta Knight|Super Mario Wiki]]
|other wikis=[[smashwiki:Meta Knight|SmashWiki]]<br>[[mariowiki:Meta Knight|Super Mario Wiki]]
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In games where he speaks, he is shown to have a deep voice and can talk in full sentences, which makes a sharp contrast to the usual depiction of Kirby.
In games where he speaks, he is shown to have a deep voice and can talk in full sentences, which makes a sharp contrast to the usual depiction of Kirby.


=== Changes in design ===
===Changes in design===
When Meta Knight first debuted in ''Kirby's Adventure'', he was defined only by his round body, cape, mask, gloves, and sword. He originally had a jet black body color and lacked wings entirely, and would discard his cape when battling Kirby. Since then, subsequent games in the ''Kirby'' and ''Super Smash Bros.'' series would make alterations and additions to his design. The following is a timeline of each notable change to Meta Knight by game since his debut (though these changes would not be consistently applied across games after being introduced):
When Meta Knight first debuted in ''Kirby's Adventure'', he was defined only by his round body, cape, mask, gloves, and sword. He originally had a jet black body color and lacked wings entirely, and would discard his cape when battling Kirby. Since then, subsequent games in the ''Kirby'' and ''Super Smash Bros.'' series would make alterations and additions to his design. The following is a timeline of each notable change to Meta Knight by game since his debut (though these changes would not be consistently applied across games after being introduced):
*''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' - Meta Knight's body hue would be adjusted to a deep navy blue, and more details would be added to his mask, sword, and gloves. He would also gain his wings and distinct pauldrons. This design first appeared in ''[[Kirby's Avalanche]]'', but likely was designed specifically for ''Kirby Super Star''.
*''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' - Meta Knight's body hue would be adjusted to a deep navy blue, and more details would be added to his mask, sword, and gloves. He would also gain his wings and distinct pauldrons. This design first appeared in ''[[Kirby's Avalanche]]'', but likely was designed specifically for ''Kirby Super Star''. This design has gone on to become the modern standard, and what every future redesign of Meta Knight would be based on.
*''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]'' - Meta Knight's sword would be formally canonized as the [[Galaxia]] in artwork, based on its appearance in ''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]'', though it would not be until ''[[Kirby Air Ride]]'' that the Galaxia appeared distinctly in-game.
*''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]'' - Meta Knight's sword would be redesigned in promotional artwork to be based on its appearance in ''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]'', and would also be canonized as [[Galaxia]]. Despite this, it would not be until ''[[Kirby Air Ride]]'' that the Galaxia appeared distinctly in-game.
*''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' - Meta Knight would be given more details in this game, such as his cape specifically transforming into his wings and back. He would also gain distinct armored shoes, his emblem on his left pauldron, and a bat symbol added to the back of his cape. This is also the first game where Galaxia is referred to by name.
*''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' - Meta Knight would be given more details in this game, such as his cape specifically transforming into his wings and back. He would also gain distinct armored shoes, his emblem on his left pauldron, and a bat symbol added to the back of his cape. This is also the first game where Galaxia is referred to by name.
*''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U]]'' - Meta Knight would be given armor plating on his gloves, a detail previously seen in official artwork for Meta Knight from ''Kirby: Squeak Squad'' and ''Kirby Super Star Ultra''. His pauldrons and cape are also given a black color, a detail unique to this version.
*''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U]]'' - Meta Knight would be given armor plating on his gloves, a detail previously seen in official artwork for Meta Knight from ''Kirby: Squeak Squad'' and ''Kirby Super Star Ultra''. His pauldrons and cape are also given a black color.
*''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' - Meta Knight's eyes under his mask would be changed from white to yellow. He would also lose his magenta cheek blush, making him look a little less like Kirby.
*''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' - Meta Knight's eyes under his mask would be changed from white to yellow, and his pauldrons and cape would revert back to their original appearance. Additionally, his mask would be completely redesigned.  
*''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]'' - Meta Knight's body color would be adjusted to a dark indigo, matching the color of his wings and pauldrons.
*''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]'' - Meta Knight's body color would be adjusted to a dark indigo, matching the color of his wings and pauldrons.


==Personality==
==Personality==
[[File:KSSU RoMK Meta Knight Fight.png|thumb|250px|Even when Kirby is otherwise foiling his plans, Meta Knight still requires a fair fight from his pink rival, and offers a sword to him before duels.]]
[[File:KSSU RoMK Meta Knight Fight.png|thumb|250px|Even when Kirby is otherwise foiling his plans, Meta Knight still requires a fair fight from his pink rival, and [[GRAB IT!|offers a sword to him]] before duels.]]
{{quote|[[Kirby|You]] showed me your true strength... and for that I must thank you. I must train harder... I WILL TRAIN HARDER!|'''Meta Knight''' in ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''}}
{{quote|You showed me your true strength... and for that I must thank you. I must train harder... I WILL TRAIN HARDER!|'''Meta Knight''' in ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''}}
Meta Knight is what can be described as a passionate swordsman, and a well-intended extremist. He features a quite combative personality and is constantly striving to be the best sword fighter in [[Dream Land]]. This is shown in ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'', where he wishes to best [[Galacta Knight]], the 'Greatest Warrior in the Galaxy'. He also seems to despise laziness, as shown by [[Revenge of Meta Knight|his attempt to take over Dream Land]] in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' and [[Kirby Super Star Ultra|its remake]]. Meta Knight is very well known for following a stern warrior codex, and when he challenges someone, he is usually looking for a fair and equal match. Whenever Kirby has to fight him for different reasons depending on the situation, he provides him with a sword for protection and insists that Kirby uses it. Meta Knight also has a habit to conceal his face for unknown reasons. Whenever his mask breaks during a fight, he hides his face in his cape and instantly leaves the battlefield.
Meta Knight is what can be described as a passionate swordsman, and a well-intended extremist. He features a quite combative personality and is constantly striving to be the best sword fighter in [[Dream Land]]. This is especially shown in ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]'', where he wishes to best [[Galacta Knight]], the 'Greatest Warrior in the Galaxy'. He also seems to despise laziness, as shown by [[Revenge of Meta Knight|his attempt to take over Dream Land]] in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' and [[Kirby Super Star Ultra|its remake]]. Meta Knight is very well known for following a stern warrior codex; when he challenges someone, he is usually looking for a fair and equal match. Whenever Kirby has to fight him for different reasons depending on the situation, he [[GRAB IT!|provides Kirby with a sword and insists that he use it.]] Meta Knight also has a habit to conceal his face for unknown reasons. Whenever his mask breaks during a fight, he hides his face in his cape and instantly leaves the battlefield.


Meta Knight appears to be quite prideful and relies heavily upon his image as a stern and mysterious swordsman (which would explain why he hides his face). Despite his desired image, however, he is often brash and short-tempered. In the spin-off title ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]'' for instance, one of the [[Channel PPP Crew]] members remarks that Meta Knight has a tendency to curse when he is stressed out during the games (though obviously, the player doesn't hear this happening). Additionally in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'', Meta Knight will lose his temper if Kirby refuses to pick up the [[Sword]] given to him before his boss fight, causing him to kick the sword away.
Meta Knight appears to be quite prideful and relies heavily upon his image as a stern and mysterious swordsman, which would explain why he hides his face. Despite his desired image, however, he is often brash and short-tempered. In the spin-off title ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]'' for instance, one of the [[Channel PPP Crew]] members remarks that Meta Knight has a tendency to curse when he is stressed out during the games (though obviously, the player never hears this). Additionally, in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'', Meta Knight will lose his temper if Kirby refuses to pick up the [[Sword]] given to him before his boss fight, causing him to kick it away.


==Signature attacks==
==Signature attacks==
Due to being a boss in so many ''Kirby'' games, Meta Knight has a large number of signature attacks which he uses in most of his fights, and in some games can be used when he is playable. Due to his sword and wings, his move-set is typically portrayed as a combination of [[Sword]] and [[Wing]] Kirby, though he does have a number of attacks unique to himself. The following table lists all of his most notable attacks, in alphabetical order:
Due to being a boss in so many ''Kirby'' games, Meta Knight has a large number of signature attacks which he uses in most of his fights, and in some games can be used when he is playable. Due to his sword and wings, his moveset is typically portrayed as a combination of [[Sword]] and [[Wing]] Kirby, though he does have a number of attacks unique to himself. The following table lists all of his most notable attacks, in alphabetical order:


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|[[Shuttle Loop]]
|[[Shuttle Loop]]
|''[[Kirby Super Star]]''
|''[[Kirby Super Star]]''
|Meta Knight leaps into the air and then flies straight forward, usually after performing a looping turn in mid-air.
|Meta Knight leaps into the air and then flies straight forward, usually after performing a looping turn in midair.
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==Variants==
==Variants==
Due to Meta Knight's ubiquity as a character, there are several other entities that resemble him, as well as alternate versions of Meta Knight himself. The following lists all of the different versions of Meta Knight along with other characters or entities that resemble him throughout the ''Kirby'' video game series:
Due to Meta Knight's ubiquity as a character, there are several other entities that resemble him, as well as alternate versions of Meta Knight himself. The following lists all of the different versions of Meta Knight along with other characters or entities that resemble him throughout the ''Kirby'' video game series:
===Alternate versions of Meta Knight===
*'''[[Dark Meta Knight]]''': A shadowy evil version of Meta Knight that was created by [[Dark Mind]] and first appeared in ''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]''. This version of Meta Knight is recognizable by his darker appearance, silver sword, tattered wings, and slash mark on his mask.
*'''[[Dark Meta Knight]]''': A shadowy evil version of Meta Knight that was created by [[Dark Mind]] and first appeared in ''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]''. This version of Meta Knight is recognizable by his darker appearance, silver sword, tattered wings, and slash mark on his mask.
*'''[[Galacta Knight]]''': Termed "The Greatest Warrior in the Galaxy", this magenta warrior sports a lance and shield, along with a horned mask and angelic wings. He wields immense magic power in addition to his mobility and swordsmanship.
*'''[[Mecha Knight]]''': When Meta Knight is captured by the [[Haltmann Works Company]] in ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'', he is mind-controlled and mechanized, then sent after Kirby. This version of Meta Knight has the ability to fire missiles and shoot lasers from an eyepiece on his mask. Two more versions of Mecha Knight were made, known as [[Mecha Knight+]] and [[Stock Mecha Knight]], the latter of which is a fully robotic duplicate.
*'''[[Mecha Knight]]''': When Meta Knight is captured by the [[Haltmann Works Company]] in ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'', he is mind-controlled and mechanized, then sent after Kirby. This version of Meta Knight has the ability to fire missiles and shoot lasers from an eyepiece on his mask. Two more versions of Mecha Knight were made, known as [[Mecha Knight+]] and [[Stock Mecha Knight]], the latter of which is a fully robotic duplicate.
*'''[[Metal General]]''': A compact blue robot who wields a laser sword and jetpack. It battles in a similar way to Meta Knight.
*'''[[Morpho Knight]]''': The reborn [[Butterfly]] and "knight of Hades" that first appeared in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' after absorbing Galacta Knight. Morpho Knight has a largely black body with a bright red sword, mask, and wings, and attacks with vicious fiery magic.
*'''[[Parallel Meta Knight]]''': Referred to as the "Otherworldly Frost Blade", this parallel version of Meta Knight from [[Another Dimension]] has a darker color scheme and a brown mask, and appears in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''.
*'''[[Parallel Meta Knight]]''': Referred to as the "Otherworldly Frost Blade", this parallel version of Meta Knight from [[Another Dimension]] has a darker color scheme and a brown mask, and appears in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''.
*'''[[Waning Crescent Masked Dedede & Waxing Crescent Masked Meta Knight|Waxing Crescent Masked Meta Knight]]''': Meta Knight puts on a cursed relic called the Mask of Dark Bonds along with King Dedede in the final boss encounter in the [[Story Mode: The Destined Rivals|story mode]] of ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''.
*'''[[Phantom Meta Knight]]''': Referred to as "The Lone Illusion", this illusory version of Meta Knight is encountered in the Ultimate Cup Z of the [[Colosseum]] in ''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]''.
*'''[[Phantom Meta Knight]]''': Referred to as "The Lone Illusion", this illusory version of Meta Knight is encountered in the Ultimate Cup Z of the [[Colosseum]] in ''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]''.
*'''[[Waning Crescent Masked Dedede & Waxing Crescent Masked Meta Knight|Waxing Crescent Masked Meta Knight]]''': Meta Knight puts on a cursed relic called the Mask of Dark Bonds along with King Dedede in the final boss encounter in the [[Story Mode: The Destined Rivals|story mode]] of ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''.
===Enemies that resemble Meta Knight===
*'''[[Galacta Knight]]''': Termed "The Greatest Warrior in the Galaxy", this magenta warrior resembles Meta Knight but sports a lance and shield, along with a horned mask and angelic wings. He wields immense magic power in addition to his mobility and swordsmanship.
*'''[[Metal General]]''': The security guard of [[Egg Engines]] on [[Halcandra]], who appears in ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]'' and its remake. Metal General uses some attacks similar to Meta Knight, most notably a variant of [[Shuttle Loop]] called "Electro Shock Shuttle Loop".
*'''[[Morpho Knight]]''': The reborn [[butterfly]] and "knight of [[wikipedia:Yomi|Yomi]]" that first appeared in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''. Morpho Knight flies in from another dimension to cast judgment on powerful foes such as Galacta Knight and [[Soul Forgo]]. It resembles Meta Knight — differing through its largely black body, bright red sword, ornate mask, and butterfly wings — and attacks with vicious fiery magic.


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!colspan=3|''Kirby'' series
!colspan=3|''Kirby'' series
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| ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]''
|''[[Kirby's Adventure]]''
| Supporting antagonist and boss
|Supporting antagonist and boss
| Will sometimes assist Kirby by tossing him an [[Invincible Candy]] but is fought as a boss in [[Orange Ocean]].
|Will sometimes assist Kirby by tossing him an [[Invincible Candy]] but is fought as a boss in [[Orange Ocean]].
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| ''[[Kirby's Pinball Land]]''
|''[[Kirby's Pinball Land]]''
| Easter egg
|Easter egg
| Appears in [[Kracko Land]] after beating the game once and performing a specific set of actions.
|Appears in [[Kracko Land]] after beating the game once and performing a specific set of actions.
|-   
|-   
| ''[[Kirby's Dream Course]]''
|''[[Kirby's Dream Course]]''
| Reference
|Reference
| Appears as one of the five placeholder icons for the default rankings in the game.
|Appears as one of the five placeholder icons for the default rankings in the game.
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| ''[[Kirby's Avalanche]]''
|''[[Kirby's Avalanche]]''
| Supporting antagonist and boss
|Supporting antagonist and boss
| The penultimate opponent of the Competition mode.
|The penultimate opponent of the Competition mode.
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| ''[[Kirby Super Star]]''
|''[[Kirby Super Star]]''
| Secondary antagonist and boss
|Secondary antagonist and boss
| Main antagonist and final boss of [[Revenge of Meta Knight]], and an opponent in [[Samurai Kirby]].
|Main antagonist and final boss of [[Revenge of Meta Knight]], and an opponent in [[Samurai Kirby]].
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| [[Kirby's Star Stacker (Super Famicom)|''Kirby's Star Stacker'' for SNES]]
|[[Kirby's Star Stacker (Super Famicom)|''Kirby's Star Stacker'' (Super Famicom)]]
| Supporting antagonist and boss
|Supporting antagonist and boss
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| ''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''
|''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''
| Supporting antagonist, playable character, and boss
|Supporting antagonist, playable character, and boss
| As this is a remake of ''Kirby's Adventure'', he has the same role here as he did in that game. Meta Knight is also the protagonist and sole playable character in [[Meta Knightmare]].
|As this is a remake of ''Kirby's Adventure'', he has the same role here as he did in that game. Meta Knight is also the protagonist and sole playable character in [[Meta Knightmare]].
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| ''[[Kirby Air Ride]]''
|''[[Kirby Air Ride]]''
| Playable character
|Playable character
| This is Meta Knight's first physical 3D appearance.
|This is Meta Knight's first physical 3D appearance.
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| ''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]''
|''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]''
| Supporting protagonist
|Supporting protagonist
| [[Dark Meta Knight]] takes Meta Knight's likeness for the majority of the game.
|[[Dark Meta Knight]] takes Meta Knight's likeness for the majority of the game.
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| ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]''
|''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]''
| Playable character
|Playable character
| Has three health bars like in Meta Knightmare.
|Has three health bars like in Meta Knightmare.
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| ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]''
|''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]''
| Secondary antagonist and boss
|Secondary antagonist and boss
| While ultimately trying to prevent Kirby from freeing [[Dark Nebula]], he is fought late in the game due to a misunderstanding.
|While ultimately trying to prevent Kirby from freeing [[Dark Nebula]], he is fought late in the game due to a misunderstanding.
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| ''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''
|''[[Kirby Super Star Ultra]]''
| Secondary antagonist, playable character, and boss
|Secondary antagonist, playable character, and boss
| As this game is a remake of ''Kirby Super Star'', his roles from that game are reused. In addition, he serves as the protagonist and sole playable character of [[Meta Knightmare Ultra]].
|As this game is a remake of ''Kirby Super Star'', his roles from that game are reused. In addition, he serves as the protagonist and sole playable character of [[Meta Knightmare Ultra]].
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| ''[[Kirby's Epic Yarn]]''
|''[[Kirby's Epic Yarn]]''
| Secondary antagonist, supporting character, and boss
|Secondary antagonist, supporting character, and boss
| Controlled by [[Yin-Yarn]] during his fight. Later on, Meta Knight helps Kirby fight Yin-Yarn by giving him a [[Metamortex]] for the [[Tankbot]].
|Controlled by [[Yin-Yarn]] during his fight. Later on, Meta Knight helps Kirby fight Yin-Yarn by giving him a [[Metamortex]] for the [[Tankbot]].
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| ''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]''
|''[[Kirby Mass Attack]]''
| Secondary antagonist and boss
|Secondary antagonist and boss
| Appears only in the [[Sub-Game]]s [[Strato Patrol EOS]] and [[Kirby Quest]].
|Appears only in the [[Sub-Game]]s [[Strato Patrol EOS]] and [[Kirby Quest]].
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| ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]''
|''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]''
| Supporting protagonist and playable character
|Supporting protagonist and playable character
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| ''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]''
|''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]''
| Roles vary between games
|Roles vary between games
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| ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''
|''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''
| Cameo
|Cameo
| Appears as a [[Keychain]]. He is also a part of the audience in the [[Kirby Master]] video.
|Appears as a [[Keychain]]. He is also a part of the audience in the [[Kirby Master]] video.
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| ''[[Kirby and the Rainbow Curse]]''
|''[[Kirby and the Rainbow Curse]]''
| Cameo
|Cameo
| Appears as a collectible [[figurine]] and in one of the [[Secret Diary]] pages.
|Appears as a collectible [[figurine]] and in one of the [[Secret Diary]] pages.
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| ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''
|''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''
| Supporting protagonist, playable character, and boss
|Supporting protagonist, playable character, and boss
| Controlled by [[Susie]] for most of the game under the form of [[Mecha Knight]]. Additionally, he is the protagonist and sole playable character in [[Meta Knightmare Returns]].
|Controlled by [[Susie]] for most of the game under the form of [[Mecha Knight]]. Additionally, he is the protagonist and sole playable character in [[Meta Knightmare Returns]].
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| ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''
|''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''
| Secondary antagonist, playable character, and boss
|Secondary antagonist and playable character
|  
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| ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''
|''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''
| Supporting protagonist, playable character, and boss
|Supporting protagonist, playable character, and boss
| Initially controlled by the [[Jamba Heart]], but joins Kirby's side as a [[Dream Friend]] once defeated.
|Initially controlled by the [[Jamba Heart]], but joins Kirby's side as a [[Dream Friend]] once defeated.
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| ''[[Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn]]''
|''[[Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn]]''
| Supporting antagonist, boss, and playable character
|Supporting antagonist, boss, and playable character
| As this is a port of ''Kirby's Epic Yarn'', his role from that game is reused. Additionally, he appears as the sole playable character in the sub-game [[Slash & Bead]].
|As this is a port of ''Kirby's Epic Yarn'', his role from that game is reused. Additionally, he appears as the sole playable character in the sub-game [[Slash & Bead]].
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| ''[[Super Kirby Clash]]''
|''[[Super Kirby Clash]]''
| Cameo
|Cameo
| Meta Knight can be seen in the background of the Port Village after a sufficient amount of progress has been made in the game.
|Meta Knight can be seen in the background of the Port Village after a sufficient amount of progress has been made in the game. His likeness also appears on various [[Sticker (Super Kirby Clash)|stickers]].
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| ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''
|''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''
| Playable character and boss
|Playable character and boss
| Meta Knight is a playable character and also teams up with [[King Dedede]] as the final boss of Story Mode.
|Meta Knight is a playable character and also teams up with [[King Dedede]] as the final boss of Story Mode.
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| ''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]''
|''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]''
| Supporting character and boss
|Supporting character and boss
| Meta Knight challenges Kirby to a sparring match in the [[Colosseum]] and appears as a [[figure]], but otherwise has no plot-significant role.
|Meta Knight challenges Kirby to a sparring match in the [[Colosseum]] and appears as a [[figure]], but otherwise has no plot-significant role.
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| ''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]''
|''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]''
| Reference
|Reference
| Kirby can take on Meta Knight's appearance and color, and Meta Knight also appears on several [[Character Treat]]s.
|Kirby can take on Meta Knight's appearance and color, and Meta Knight also appears on several [[Character Treat]]s.
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|''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]''
|''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]''
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!colspan=3|''Super Smash Bros.'' series
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| ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''
|''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''
| Cameo
|Cameo
| Appears as a trophy. This is Meta Knight's first 3D appearance.
|Appears as a trophy. This is Meta Knight's first 3D appearance.
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| ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''
|''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''
| Playable character
|Playable character
| Meta Knight also has a role in the story mode.
|Meta Knight also has a role in the story mode.
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| ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U]]''
|''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U]]''
| Playable character
|Playable character
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| ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''
|''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''
| Playable character
|Playable character
| Meta Knight also has a role in the story mode.
|Meta Knight also has a role in the story mode.
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!colspan=3|Other appearances
!colspan=3|Other appearances
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| ''[[mariowiki:Super Mario Maker|Super Mario Maker]]''
|''[[mariowiki:Super Mario Maker|Super Mario Maker]]''
| Reference
|Reference
| Mario can use a special item to take on Meta Knight's 8-bit appearance in courses.
|Mario can use a special item to take on Meta Knight's 8-bit appearance in courses.
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| ''[[mariowiki:Yoshi's Woolly World|Yoshi's Woolly World]]''
|''[[mariowiki:Yoshi's Woolly World|Yoshi's Woolly World]]''
| Reference
|Reference
| Yoshi can take on Meta Knight's appearance by tapping his [[amiibo]].
|Yoshi can take on Meta Knight's appearance by tapping his [[amiibo]].
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| ''[[nwiki:Bye-Bye BoxBoy!|BYE-BYE BOXBOY!]]''
|''[[nwiki:Bye-Bye BoxBoy!|BYE-BYE BOXBOY!]]''
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| Qbby can take on Meta Knight's appearance if the player uses Meta Knight's amiibo.
|Qbby can take on Meta Knight's appearance if the player uses Meta Knight's amiibo.
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| ''[[nwiki:Part Time UFO|Part Time UFO]]''
|''[[nwiki:Part Time UFO|Part Time UFO]]''
| Reference
|Reference
| One of the levels features a Meta Knight plush doll.
|One of the levels features a Meta Knight plush doll.
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===''Kirby's Adventure'' / ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''===
===''Kirby's Adventure'' / ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''===
Meta Knight makes his first appearance in ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'', later reappearing in its remake, ''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''. He is one of [[King Dedede]]'s friends who guards one of the seven pieces of the [[Star Rod]] in order to keep [[Nightmare]] sealed away. Before his boss battle, Meta Knight appears in several levels, where he either directs his minions, the [[Meta-Knights]], to fight Kirby, or assists Kirby by throwing an [[Invincibility Candy]] to him. In the boss stage of [[Orange Ocean]], Meta Knight challenges Kirby to a duel, throwing a sword that Kirby must pick up to get the [[Sword]] ability and begin the fight. During the fight, Meta Knight attacks and blocks with his sword. He notably lacks his wings and projectile attacks seen in future battles in the series. Once defeated, his mask splits in two, revealing, for the first time, his appearance similar to Kirby. He then wraps himself in his cape and flees.
Meta Knight makes his first appearance in ''[[Kirby's Adventure]]'', later reappearing in its remake, ''[[Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land]]''. He is one of [[King Dedede]]'s friends who guards one of the seven pieces of the [[Star Rod]] in order to keep [[Nightmare]] sealed away. Before his boss battle, Meta Knight appears in several levels, where he either directs his minions, the [[Meta-Knights]], to fight Kirby, or (exclusively in ''Kirby's Adventure'') assists Kirby by throwing an [[Invincible Candy]] to him. In the boss stage of [[Orange Ocean]], Meta Knight challenges Kirby to a duel, throwing a sword that Kirby must [[GRAB IT!|pick up]] to get the [[Sword]] ability and begin the fight. During the fight, Meta Knight attacks and blocks with his sword. He notably lacks his wings and projectile attacks seen in future battles in the series. Once defeated, his mask splits in two, revealing, for the first time, his appearance similar to Kirby. He then wraps himself in his cape and flees.


In ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'', Meta Knight receives an updated design similar to his appearance in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]''. Like other bosses in this remake, he is larger and his battle is made easier. Additionally, the sequences in which he gives Kirby an Invincibility Candy have been removed.
In ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land'', Meta Knight receives an updated design similar to his appearance in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]''. Like other bosses in this remake, he is larger and his battle is made easier. Additionally, all of the sequences in which he gives Kirby an Invincible Candy have been removed. Now the candy just appears out of thin air when Kirby approaches the relevant sections.


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{{main|Meta Knightmare}}
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KA Orange Ocean Stage 7 screenshot 01.png|Kirby is prompted to pick up the [[Sword]] tossed to him by Meta Knight before his boss fight in ''Kirby's Adventure''.
KA Orange Ocean Stage 7 screenshot 01.png|Kirby is prompted to [[GRAB IT!|pick up]] the [[Sword]] tossed to him by Meta Knight before his boss fight in ''Kirby's Adventure''.
KNiDL Meta Knight battle.png|Kirby battles Meta Knight in ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''
KNiDL Meta Knight battle.png|Kirby battles Meta Knight in ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''
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=== ''Kirby's Pinball Land'' ===
=== ''Kirby's Pinball Land'' ===
In ''Kirby's Pinball Land'', Meta Knight appears as an [[Easter egg]] in the upper board of [[Kracko Land]] if Kirby breaks all of the stars that appear alongside [[Mr. Shine & Mr. Bright|Mr. Shine]], accompanied by the [[Mike]] scream sound effect and 77700 points. This only happens when revisiting the board after defeating King Dedede, and Meta Knight himself cannot be interacted with after appearing.
In ''Kirby's Pinball Land'', Meta Knight appears as an [[Easter egg]] in the upper board of [[Kracko Land]] if Kirby breaks all of the stars that appear alongside [[Mr. Shine & Mr. Bright|Mr. Shine]], accompanied by the [[Mike]] scream sound effect and 77700 points. This only happens when revisiting the board after defeating King Dedede, and Meta Knight himself cannot be interacted with after appearing.
===''Kirby's Dream Course''===
In ''[[Kirby's Dream Course]]'', Meta Knight appears as one of the five placeholder icons on the scoreboards for each course.


=== ''Kirby's Avalanche'' ===
=== ''Kirby's Avalanche'' ===
[[File:KAv_Meta_Knight_cutscene_sprite.png|thumb|right|Meta Knight as seen in Kirby's Avalanche.]]
{{Quote|Chivalrous to the last, Metaknight is an all but unbeatable Avalanche player.|''Kirby's Avalanche'' Instruction Booklet (North American print), page 24}}
{{Quote|Chivalrous to the last, Metaknight is an all but unbeatable Avalanche player.|''Kirby's Avalanche'' Instruction Booklet (North American print), page 24}}
Meta Knight (referred to in the manual as "Metaknight") is the second-to-last opponent in ''[[Kirby's Avalanche]]''. He is more skilled than other opponents at making a comeback when most of his playing field has been covered in Garbage Puyos. His Puyo Puyo equivalent is Rulue.
Meta Knight (referred to in the manual as "Metaknight") is the second-to-last opponent in ''[[Kirby's Avalanche]]''. He is more skilled than other opponents at making a comeback when most of his playing field has been covered in Garbage Puyos. His ''Puyo Puyo'' equivalent is Rulue.


===''Kirby Super Star'' / ''Kirby Super Star Ultra''===
===''Kirby Super Star'' / ''Kirby Super Star Ultra''===
[[File:KSS RoMK opening scene 4.png|thumb|right|Meta Knight as seen in the Revenge Of Meta Knight opening scene]]
[[File:KSS RoMK opening scene 4.png|thumb|right|Meta Knight as seen in the Revenge Of Meta Knight opening scene]]
Meta Knight reappears as an antagonist in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' and [[Kirby Super Star Ultra|its remake]], where he has an entire Sub-Game dedicated to him, called [[Revenge of Meta Knight]]. The central point of this game is the warship [[Halberd]], which Meta Knight utilizes to conquer [[Dream Land]] in order to end the inhabitants' lazy lifestyles. After having been seen during numerous cutscenes, Meta Knight finally engages [[Kirby]] in a duel, reminiscent of their duel in ''Kirby's Adventure''. Kirby manages to defeat him and the Halberd is short of being destroyed. While Kirby tries to escape from the descending warship on a [[Wheelie]], Meta Knight makes one last effort in anger to stop Kirby by attacking him. However, this fails, and the Halberd plummets into the ocean as Kirby successfully lands on dry land and Meta Knight flies off in the distance.
Meta Knight reappears as an antagonist in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' and [[Kirby Super Star Ultra|its remake]], where he has an entire Sub-Game dedicated to him, called [[Revenge of Meta Knight]]. In this Sub-Game, with the help of the [[Meta-Knights]] and his warship the [[Halberd]], Meta Knight attempts to conquer [[Dream Land]] in order to end the inhabitants' lazy lifestyles. However, as the Halberd is about to launch, Kirby intervenes and boards the ship. Kirby proceeds to destroy the Halberd piece by piece, while Meta Knight and his crew attempt to stop him. When it becomes apparent that the ship is going to crash, Meta Knight orders his crew to evacuate before engaging [[Kirby]] in a duel on the Halberd's bridge, a fight reminiscent of their duel in ''Kirby's Adventure''. Again, he offers Kirby a sword. Unlike ''Kirby's Adventure'', the player can opt to refuse the sword by not taking it within several seconds. Upon being defeated, Meta Knight's mask splits open, revealing his face once more, before he disappears in a swirl of his cape. While Kirby rushes to escape from the descending warship on a [[Wheelie]], Meta Knight, in a last desperate bid, unveils his bat-like wings for the first time in the series and attacks. However, his attempt fails. The Halberd plummets into the ocean as Kirby successfully lands on dry land and Meta Knight flies off in the distance.
 
Meta Knight also appears in the Sub-Game [[Samurai Kirby]], where he appears as the last opponent sporting a samurai outfit.


In ''Kirby Super Star Ultra'', Meta Knight also appears on a card in [[Kirby Card Swipe]], and as a target in [[Kirby on the Draw]].
In ''Kirby Super Star Ultra'', Meta Knight also appears on a card in [[Kirby Card Swipe]], and as a target in [[Kirby on the Draw]].
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!colspan=4|Meta Knight's move-set in ''Meta Knightmare Ultra'' &nbsp;
!colspan=4|Meta Knight's moveset in ''Meta Knightmare Ultra'' &nbsp;
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!colspan=4|Standard moveset
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!width="30%"| '''Button Execution'''
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| '''Meta Chop'''
|'''Meta Chop'''
| {{center|B}}
|{{center|B}}
| '''Knight Spin'''
|'''Knight Spin'''
| {{center|Dash + B in air}}
|{{center|Dash + B in air}}
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| '''Knight Beam'''
|'''Knight Beam'''
| {{center|B at full health}}
|{{center|B at full health}}
| '''Meta Chop and Thrust'''
|'''Meta Chop and Thrust'''
| {{center|B in air}}
|{{center|B in air}}
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| '''Meta Upper'''
|'''Meta Upper'''
| {{center|B after Meta Chop}}
|{{center|B after Meta Chop}}
| '''Down Thrust'''
|'''Down Thrust'''
| {{center|↓ + B in air}}
|{{center|↓ + B in air}}
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| '''Meta Multithrust'''
|'''Meta Multithrust'''
| {{center|B B B}}
|{{center|B B B}}
| '''Up Thrust'''
|'''Up Thrust'''
| {{center|↑ + B}}
|{{center|↑ + B}}
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| '''Lunging Slice'''
|'''Lunging Slice'''
| {{center|Dash + B}}
|{{center|Dash + B}}
| '''Knight Call / Release'''
|'''Knight Call / Release'''
| {{center|X}}
|{{center|X}}
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!colspan=4|Touch screen moves
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!width="30%"| '''Cost'''
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| '''Meta Quick'''
|'''Meta Quick'''
| {{center|8 pts.}}
|{{center|8 pts.}}
| '''Heal'''
|'''Heal'''
| {{center|10 pts}}
|{{center|10 pts}}
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| '''Knight Call'''
|'''Knight Call'''
| {{center|2 pts.}}
|{{center|2 pts.}}
| '''Mach Tornado'''
|'''Mach Tornado'''
| {{center|30 pts.}}
|{{center|30 pts.}}
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===''Kirby's Star Stacker'' (SNES)===
===''Kirby's Star Stacker'' (Super Famicom)===
Meta Knight appears as one of the opponents that Kirby must battle in the story mode of ''[[Kirby's Star Stacker (Super Famicom)|Kirby's Star Stacker]]'' for the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super Famicom]]. After being defeated, he relinquishes his piece of [[Mr. Star]].
Meta Knight appears as one of the opponents that Kirby must battle in the story mode of the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|Super Famicom]] version of ''[[Kirby's Star Stacker (Super Famicom)|Kirby's Star Stacker]]''. After being defeated, he relinquishes his piece of [[Mr. Star]].


===''Kirby Air Ride''===
===''Kirby Air Ride''===
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===''Kirby & The Amazing Mirror''===
===''Kirby & The Amazing Mirror''===
{{see also|Dark Meta Knight}}
{{see also|Dark Meta Knight}}
Meta Knight appears again in ''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]'', where he has arguably one of his most major roles in the ''Kirby'' series to date. In the intro, he is seen flying into the [[Mirror World]] after sensing danger there. However, once he reaches the Mirror World, he encounters an evil version of himself, [[Dark Meta Knight]]. Meta Knight and his doppelgänger briefly have a duel, but Dark Meta Knight ends up triumphing due to his fighting prowess, and throws Meta Knight into a giant mirror, leading him into Dark Meta Knight's world. He then slashes the mirror into several fragments, which then get scattered across the Mirror World, and changes his appearance so that he appears exactly like Meta Knight. When [[Kirby]] and his clones reach the penultimate level, they appear to encounter Meta Knight (who is commonly found as the boss of penultimate levels in other ''Kirby'' games) and defeat him. However, when his mask falls off, it reveals a dark version of Meta Knight's true form. Later in the game, when Kirby and his clones find all the mirror shards and enter the mirror, they again see Meta Knight, ready to battle. However, the real Meta Knight emerges and reveals the other to be a dark impostor. Kirby and his clones battle, and eventually defeat, Dark Meta Knight, then get sucked into a portal, which Meta Knight then proceeds to throw his sword into before it disappears. When the Kirbys approach [[Dark Mind]], the final boss of the game, they find Meta Knight's sword plunged into the ground nearby. Touching it grants the user the Master ability, the most powerful in the game. Unlike other final battle abilities in the Kirby series, however, it is not necessary. After Dark Mind is defeated, Meta Knight is seen flying back home with the other Kirbys. On his way, he drops his sword down into the Mirror World so that its inhabitants can use it in times of need.
[[File:KatAM Intro3.png|thumb|right|Meta Knight gets thrown into the Dimension Mirror by Dark Meta Knight.]]
Meta Knight appears again in ''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]'', where he plays one of his most significant roles in the ''Kirby'' series to date. In the intro, Meta Knight is seen flying into the [[Mirror World]] after sensing danger there. Meanwhile, a mysterious shadowy version of him, later revealed to be [[Dark Meta Knight]], slashes Kirby into four copies of himself. The doppelgänger then escapes into the Mirror World, but not before Kirby and his clones follow him. Shortly upon entering it, the shadowy doppelgänger defeats Meta Knight in a duel and throws him into the [[Dimension Mirror]]. The doppelgänger then slashes the mirror into eight fragments, scattering them across the Mirror World.  


Meta Knight also appears, possibly non-canonically, when Kirby gets the [[Magic]] ability. There is a slight chance that Kirby will land on Galaxia, which then summons Meta Knight to destroy all the enemies in the room. However, because Meta Knight is trapped in the mirror throughout the entire game, it is unclear if this Meta Knight is the real one or not.
When Kirby and his clones reach the penultimate level, [[Radish Ruins]], they seemingly encounter Meta Knight under the alias "? ? ?". However, upon defeat, his colors change, revealing him to be the mysterious dark doppelgänger before he escapes.
 
When Kirby and his clones find all the mirror shards and enter the Dimension Mirror, they once again encounter Meta Knight, ready to battle. However, the real Meta Knight emerges and reveals the other to be a dark impostor, Dark Meta Knight. Kirby and his clones engage the impostor and defeat him, shattering him into pieces. Immediately after, a portal appears, sucking Kirby and his clones inside to face the final boss, [[Dark Mind]]. Meta Knight manages to throw his sword into the portal before it closes. On the other side of the portal, Kirby and his clones find Meta Knight's sword plunged into the ground nearby. Touching it grants Kirby the [[Master]] ability, the [[Last Battle Ability]] of this game. After Dark Mind is defeated, Meta Knight is seen flying back home with the other Kirbys. On his way, he drops his sword down into the Mirror World so that its inhabitants can use it in times of need.
 
Meta Knight also appears when Kirby gets the [[Magic]] ability. There is a slight chance that Kirby will land on Galaxia, which summons Meta Knight to destroy all the enemies in the room. However, because he is trapped in the Dimension Mirror throughout the entire game, it is unclear how Meta Knight can be summoned in that manner.


===''Kirby: Canvas Curse''===
===''Kirby: Canvas Curse''===
[[File:KCC Meta Knight Artwork 1.png|thumb|150px|Artwork of Ball Meta Knight from ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'']]
[[File:KCC Meta Knight Artwork 1.png|thumb|100px|Artwork of Ball Meta Knight from ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'']]
While not formally appearing during ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'', Meta Knight is an unlockable playable character, appearing in ball form. He is the fastest and bounciest character, but also with the lowest health, only having three "bars". He, like [[Waddle Dee]] and [[King Dedede]], can use only the dash attack, instead of [[Copy Ability|Copy Abilities]], in a similar way to how he was playable in ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''. When he collides with a stunned enemy or while dashing, a sword sound effect is heard.
While not formally appearing during ''[[Kirby: Canvas Curse]]'', Meta Knight is an unlockable playable character, appearing in ball form. He is the fastest and bounciest character, but also with the lowest health, only having three "bars". He, like [[Waddle Dee]] and [[King Dedede]], can use only the dash attack, instead of [[Copy Ability|Copy Abilities]], in a similar way to how he was playable in ''Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land''. When he collides with a stunned enemy or while dashing, a sword sound effect is heard.
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===''Kirby: Squeak Squad''===
===''Kirby: Squeak Squad''===
In ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]'', Meta Knight makes a surprise appearance, taking the treasure chest Kirby got from defeating [[Daroach]]. Kirby can only reach the level he is found in by finding the five [[Star Seal]]s. He is fought as the boss of the [[Secret Sea]], with many moves from previous games with more attacks on his arsenal, such as unleashing a fire Crescent Shot. After he is defeated, his mask once again falls off, revealing his face underneath. It is later revealed he took the treasure chest to prevent [[Dark Nebula]], the lord of the underworld and final boss of the game, from being released.
[[File:KSqS_Meta_Knight_Cutscene.png|thumb|150px|Meta Knight stealing the chest containing Dark Nebula from Kirby and Daroach.]]
In ''[[Kirby: Squeak Squad]]'', Meta Knight makes a surprise appearance. After Kirby defeats [[Daroach]] in [[Ice Island]] and retrieves the chest Kirby believes to contain his [[Strawberry Shortcake]], Meta Knight suddenly swoops in and steals the chest. He takes the chest to [[Secret Sea]], an area blocked by the star door, which can only be opened by finding the five [[Star Seal]]s.  
 
Upon unlocking the star door, it is revealed that Meta Knight's warship the [[Halberd]] is hidden at the bottom of the Secret Sea. Meta Knight serves as the boss of Secret Sea in a battle that takes place aboard the [[Halberd]]. In this fight, Meta Knight has many moves from previous games along with new elemental attacks in his arsenal, such as a fire Crescent Shot and a plasma imbued Down Thrust. Throughout the fight, the Halberd is seen ascending from the sea before eventually halting in space. When defeated, his mask once again splits open, revealing his face underneath and causing him to flee. It is later revealed that the chest was the prison of [[Dark Nebula]], the lord of the underworld and final boss of the game, and that Meta Knight took the treasure chest and fought Kirby to prevent him from being released.  


This appearance marks the only time when Meta Knight (while not possessed) does not offer Kirby a sword before battle.
This appearance marks the only time when Meta Knight (while not possessed) does not offer Kirby a sword before battle.
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!colspan=4|Meta Knight's moveset in ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land'' &nbsp;
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In ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]'', Meta Knight's design has been updated to match his appearance from ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' onward. Additionally, Galactic Counter from ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' and Crescent Shot from ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]'' have been added to his move-set, though the former now deals a small amount of chip damage to Meta Knight upon successfully countering a boss attack. Meta Knight also has his own [[Dress-Up Mask]] that replaces the wearer's voice with his, unlocked by completing card #14 in the [[Stamp Rally]].
In ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe]]'', Meta Knight's design has been updated to match his appearance from ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'' onward. Additionally, Galactic Counter from ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' and Crescent Shot from ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]'' have been added to his moveset, though the former now deals a small amount of chip damage to Meta Knight upon successfully countering a boss attack. He also reprises his role in [[Kirby on the Draw]] as a target. Meta Knight also has his own [[Mask#Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe|Dress-Up Mask]] that replaces the wearer's voice with his, unlocked by completing card #14 in the [[Stamp Rally]].


===''Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition''===
===''Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition''===
Meta Knight appears in the opening scene for ''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]'', first appearing in his 8-bit form from ''Kirby's Adventure'', then in his modern (at the time) appearance from ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land''. In addition to his appearances in the games in the collection that feature him, he also makes a few appearances in some of the episodes of ''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]'' that are contained in the game's bonus features.
Meta Knight appears in the opening scene for ''[[Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition]]'', first appearing in his 8-bit form from ''Kirby's Adventure'', then in his 3D appearance from ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land''. Barring his appearances in the included games and bonus features, his only other appearance is in the credits roll for [[New Challenge Stages]], where he can be seen flying past [[Kirby]] and [[Magolor]] in the background of [[Raisin Ruins]] and performing a Shuttle Loop. Meta Knight then appears among the crowd of other enemies and characters at the end of the credits.


===''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''===
===''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''===
Meta Knight does not appear in ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' physically, but his likeness can be found in one of Kirby's [[Stone]] transformations, along with [[King Dedede]] and [[Bandana Waddle Dee]]. Additionally, many varying [[Keychain]]s of him can be collected. Also, Meta Knight appears in the Kirby Master video. Finally, his dark alternate dimension doppelgänger, [[Dark Meta Knight]], appears as the final boss of [[Dededetour!]], as Dark Meta Knight's Revenge.
Meta Knight does not appear in ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' physically, but his likeness can be found in one of Kirby's [[Stone]] transformations, along with [[King Dedede]] and [[Bandana Waddle Dee]]. He also appears in Kirby's [[Circus]] ability as one of several balloon pop arts. Additionally, many varying [[Keychain]]s of him can be collected. Also, Meta Knight appears in the [[Kirby Master]] video. Finally, his dark alternate dimension doppelgänger, [[Dark Meta Knight]], appears as the final boss of [[Dededetour!]], as Dark Meta Knight's Revenge.


===''Kirby and the Rainbow Curse''===
===''Kirby and the Rainbow Curse''===
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<gallery>
KatRC Meta Knight illustration.png|Elline's illustration of Meta Knight in her [[Secret Diary]]. Note the sunglasses and top hat.
KatRC Meta Knight illustration.png|Elline's illustration of Meta Knight in her [[Secret Diary]].  
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===''Kirby: Planet Robobot''===
===''Kirby: Planet Robobot''===
[[File:KPR Opening Cutscene Meta Knight.png|thumb|right|250px|Meta Knight takes heed of the approaching invasion.]]
[[File:KPR Opening Cutscene Meta Knight.png|thumb|right|250px|Meta Knight takes heed of the approaching invasion.]]
In the opening cutscene of ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'', Meta Knight, standing silently and wrapped in his cloak up to that point, notices as a giant spaceship piloted by the [[Haltmann Works Company]] approaches [[Popstar]]. He promptly sends the [[Halberd]] after it to try and deter them, but is shot down before he can even begin the attack.
In the opening cutscene of ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'', Meta Knight stands silently wrapped in his cloak when he notices a giant planet-sized [[Access Ark (ship)|spaceship]] piloted by the [[Haltmann Works Company]] approaching [[Popstar]]. He promptly sends the [[Halberd]] after it to try and deter them, but is shot down before he can begin the attack.
{{main|Mecha Knight}}
{{main|Mecha Knight}}
{{main|Mecha Knight+}}
{{main|Mecha Knight+}}
Later, it is revealed that Meta Knight was captured by the company, and mechanized by them, becoming '''[[Mecha Knight]]'''. He is then forced to fight [[Kirby]] at the end of the [[Gigabyte Grounds]] level on their behalf, and again at the end of [[Access Ark]] as the upgraded version '''[[Mecha Knight+]]'''. After being freed by Kirby, he then brings the Halberd back around and asks Kirby to hop aboard the ship. Kirby instead uses the [[Robobot Armor]] to scan the entire battleship in order to take on the [[Star Dream|final boss]] of the game.
Later, it is revealed that Meta Knight was captured by the company, and mechanized by them, becoming '''[[Mecha Knight]]'''. In this form, he is forced to fight [[Kirby]] at the end of the [[Gigabyte Grounds]] level, and again at the end of [[Access Ark]] as the upgraded version '''[[Mecha Knight+]]'''. After Kirby defeats Mecha Knight+, Meta Knight is freed and returns with the Halberd, inviting Kirby aboard. Kirby instead uses the [[Robobot Armor]] to scan the entire battleship, transforming the armor into the ship itself in order to take on the [[Star Dream|final boss]] of the game.


This iteration of Meta Knight takes heavy cues from his appearance in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U]]'', as his cloak transforms directly into his wings, and he is wearing armored gloves and boots. In addition, his mask looks much heavier, with the visor protruding a fair distance off his face. As a final touch, when his mask breaks, his eyes are now yellow, as opposed to white as they had been prior, and he does not possess blush, matching the 'maskless Meta Knight' palette swap of Kirby in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U''.
This iteration of Meta Knight takes heavy cues from his appearance in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U]]'', as his cloak transforms directly into his wings, and he is wearing armored gloves and boots. In addition, his mask is thicker, with the visor protruding a fair distance off his face. As a final touch, when his mask breaks, his eyes are now yellow, as opposed to white as they had been prior; according to [[Shinya Kumazaki]], the designers felt that white eyes didn't look right when creating the 3D model for this game.<ref>{{cite|In Kirby's Adventure on the Famicom (NES), Meta Knight's eyes are indeed white. At the time, there was a limit to the number of colors you could use, so I think that white was chosen because it stood out more. They were also white in Kirby Super Star (EU: Kirby's Fun Pak), but when we created the 3D model for this game, giving him white eyes somehow didn't feel right. And besides, his eyes have always shone with a yellow glow from behind his mask. We were worried about how old-school fans might react to this, but for the purposes of the design, we settled on yellow eyes.|[[Shinya Kumazaki]]|[[Miiverse]]}}</ref>
{{main|Meta Knightmare Returns}}
{{main|Meta Knightmare Returns}}
Meta Knight is playable in the Sub-Game '''Meta Knightmare Returns''', where he battles through the main world in a long time attack run and fights tougher versions of the bosses therein. He can use '''Galaxia Darkness''' (his Final Smash from ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' and ''for 3DS / Wii U'') and '''Meta Knightmares''' as his Meta Point special moves, both of which can damage all enemies on screen. At the end, instead of facing [[Star Dream]], he battles three different bosses in succession.
Meta Knight is playable in the Sub-Game '''Meta Knightmare Returns''', where he battles through the story mode stages in a time attack run and fights tougher versions of the bosses therein; in particular, the Mecha Knight fight is replaced with [[Stock Mecha Knight]], a mass-production model based on Mecha Knight. Meta Knight can use '''Galaxia Darkness''' (his Final Smash from ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' and ''for 3DS / Wii U'') and '''Meta Knightmares''' as his Meta Point special moves, both of which can damage all enemies on screen. At the end, instead of facing Star Dream directly, it tests Meta Knight by summoning three sword wielding bosses, whom Meta Knight must battle in succession.


===''Kirby Battle Royale''===
===''Kirby Battle Royale''===
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===''Kirby Star Allies''===
===''Kirby Star Allies''===
[[File:KSA story mode opening scene 09.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Meta Knight seeing the [[Jamba Heart|Dark Heart]]s fall from the sky.]]
[[File:KSA story mode opening scene 09.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Meta Knight seeing the [[Jamba Heart|Dark Heart]]s fall from the sky.]]
Meta Knight appears in the intro cutscene for ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'', watching as yet another invading force approaches [[Popstar]]. At some point, he is possessed by the villains' magic, and Kirby is forced to fight him as a [[boss]]. Upon his defeat, Meta Knight reforms and becomes an ally.
Meta Knight appears in the intro cutscene for ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'', dusting off his sword before witnessing [[Jamba Heart]] shards rain from the sky of [[Popstar]]. At some point, he is corrupted by a Jamba Heart shard, and Kirby is forced to fight him as the [[boss]] of [[Sacred Square]]. Upon his defeat, Meta Knight is freed from the Jamba Heart shard's corruption and becomes a playable [[Dream Friend]].
 
It is later revealed in [[Heroes in Another Dimension]] through [[Parallel Meta Knight]]'s special page that prior to the events of Story Mode, Meta Knight was at Sacred Square to protect its residents from the raining Jamba Heart pieces before getting corrupted himself. The Japanese, Chinese and Korean versions also state that after Meta Knight was saved by Kirby and friends, his thoughts and the Jamba Heart possessing him went to [[Another Dimension]] and created Parallel Meta Knight.


====As a boss====
====As a boss====
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When his [[stamina|health]] is below half, Meta Knight surrounds himself with a purple force aura under the influence of the [[Jamba Heart]] piece (he takes 0.2× damage during phase transitions). In this phase, he begins with duplicating himself into up to four Meta Knights, depending on how many allies there are. The duplicated Meta Knights can also make boulders rain from the sky using the purple force.
When his [[stamina|health]] is below half, Meta Knight surrounds himself with a purple force aura under the influence of the [[Jamba Heart]] piece (he takes 0.2× damage during phase transitions). In this phase, he begins with duplicating himself into up to four Meta Knights, depending on how many allies there are. The duplicated Meta Knights can also make boulders rain from the sky using the purple force.


The following lists all of Meta Knight's attacks in the boss battle. Attacks in ''italics'' are used during the second phase only.
Upon defeat, Kirby can optionally throw a [[Friend Heart]] at Meta Knight and make him a friend similar to [[King Dedede]] at the end of the [[Clash at Castle Dedede]] stage. Otherwise Meta Knight's mask breaks and he flees with his cape. This is the first game to show Meta Knight without cheek blushes when he's unmasked, carrying over from Kirby's corresponding color change in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U]]''.
 
The following lists all of Meta Knight's attacks in the boss battle. Most attack names are from the ''Kirby Star Allies Perfect Support Guide'' or from the ''Kirby Star Allies Official Setting Document Collection'', while others are conjectural.
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!colspan=2|'''Meta Knight's boss attacks in ''Kirby Star Allies''''' &nbsp;
!colspan=2|'''Meta Knight's boss attacks in ''Kirby Star Allies''''' &nbsp;
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! '''Description'''
! '''Description'''
|-
|-
| '''Backhand Slash'''
| '''Backhand Slash'''{{title}}
|Meta Knight performs a backhand slash.
|Meta Knight performs a backhand slash.
|-
|-
| '''Backhand Slash - Triple Slash'''
| '''Meta Quadruple Slash'''{{title}}
|Meta Knight performs a backhand slash followed by Triple Slash.
|Meta Knight performs a backhand slash followed by Triple Slash.
|-
|-
| '''Hyper Rush - Crescent Shot'''  
| '''ハイパーラッシュ～ムーンショット'''<br>''Hyper Rush - Crescent Shot''
|Meta Knight performs a multithrust and then fires a crescent-shaped energy wave.
|Meta Knight performs a multithrust and then fires a crescent-shaped energy wave.
|-
|-
| '''Aerial Crescent Shot'''  
| '''空中ムーンショット'''<br>''Aerial Crescent Shot''
|Meta Knight jumps and fires two Crescent Shots at the same time.
|Meta Knight jumps and fires two Crescent Shots at the same time.
|-
|-
| '''Glide Sword'''
| '''Glide Sword'''{{title}}
|Meta Knight glides while thrusting his sword.
|Meta Knight glides while thrusting his sword.
|-
|-
| '''Down Thrust'''
| '''Down Thrust'''{{title}}
|Meta Knight jumps and thrusts down his sword, leaving two stars on impact.
|Meta Knight jumps and thrusts down his sword, leaving two stars on impact.
|-
|-
| '''Tornado'''<br>
| '''竜巻'''<br>''Tornado''<br>
|Meta Knight requires charging to use this attack.
|After a brief charge, Meta Knight stabs his sword into the ground to summon one or more giant tornadoes that travel across the stage.
*Meta Knight takes 0.4× damage during the Tornado attack.
After releasing his charge, he stabs his sword into the ground to summon giant tornado(es) that travel across the stage.
*In the first phase, one tornado is summoned.
*In the first phase, one tornado is summoned.
*In the second phase, multiple tornadoes are summoned, the number of which depends on how many allies are in the battle.
*In the second phase, multiple tornadoes are summoned, the number of which depends on how many allies are in the battle.
If the allies are hit by the tornado, they will be thrown into the air and take damage when crashing onto the ground.
If the allies are hit by the tornado, they will be thrown into the air and take damage when crashing onto the ground.
*The tornadoes cannot be [[guard]]ed.
*The tornadoes cannot be [[guard]]ed.
*The tornadoes ignore the allies' invincibility frames, e.g. [[Stone]] and attacks like [[Sword]]'s Drill Stab will fail to dodge the tornadoes. The only exception is when Kirby gains an ability from swallowing something.
*The tornadoes ignore the allies' invincibility frames (e.g. [[Stone]] and attacks like [[Sword]]'s Drill Stab will fail to dodge the tornadoes). The only exception is when Kirby gains an ability from swallowing something.
*Meta Knight takes 0.4x damage during the Tornado attack.
|-
|-
| '''[[Upper Calibur]]'''<br>
| '''アッパーキャリバー'''<br>''[[Upper Calibur]]''<br>
|Meta Knight requires charging to use this attack.
|After a few seconds of charging, Meta Knight dashes and performs an upper slash. If the upper slash connects to any player(s), he will then perform a multi-slash combo to them in midair. The attack will end early if the allies avoid the upper slash.
 
After releasing his charge, he dashes and performs an upper slash.<br>If the upper slash connects to any player(s), he will then perform a multi-slash combo to them in midair.<br>If the allies avoid the upper slash, Meta Knight will end this attack.
*The upper can only be guarded by special guards. (Prior to Version 4.0.0, it could not be guarded by any means.)
*The upper can only be guarded by special guards. (Prior to Version 4.0.0, it could not be guarded by any means.)
|-
|-
| '''''Duplicate'''''
!colspan=2|'''Second phase only''' &nbsp;
|Meta Knight always begins with this attack in the second phase.
|-
 
| '''四身'''<br>''Four Bodies''
Meta Knight duplicates himself. The number of Meta Knights in play depends on how many allies there are:
|Meta Knight duplicates himself. The number of Meta Knights in play depends on how many allies there are:
*Two Meta Knights if there is none or one ally;
*Two Meta Knights if there is none or one ally;
*Three Meta Knights if there are two allies;
*Three Meta Knights if there are two allies;
*Four Meta Knights if there are three allies;
*Four Meta Knights if there are three allies.
*Each Meta Knight's defense increases during Force Falls.
Every Meta Knight can take damage and each of them attack independently from the others. Two of them will always stay on the ground, while the other two will stay airborne.
Every Meta Knight takes damage. Each of them attack independently from each-other. Two of them will always stay on the grounded; the other two will stay airborne.
|-
|-
| '''''Force Falls'''''
| '''フォースフォース'''<br>''Force Force''
|The duplicated Meta Knights fly to the background. Using the purple force, they summon large boulders to hurl at the allies. The boulders stack into pillars, the number of which matches the number of Meta Knights. Then, every Meta Knight cuts down a pillar in a flash, creating smaller rocks which can be [[inhale]]d.
|The duplicated Meta Knights fly to the background. Using the purple force, they summon large boulders to hurl at the allies. The boulders stack into pillars, the number of which matches the number of Meta Knights. Then, every Meta Knight cuts down a pillar in a flash, creating smaller rocks which can be [[inhale]]d.
*Each pillar has 100 HP.
*Each pillar has 100 HP.
*If any pillar is destroyed beforehand, that Meta Knight will get stuck into the ground and become vulnerable.
*If any pillar is destroyed beforehand, that Meta Knight will get his sword stuck into the ground and become vulnerable.
After the pillar slashes, the duplicates will merge back into the one true Meta Knight.
After the pillar slashes, the duplicates will merge back into the one true Meta Knight.
*Each Meta Knight's defense increases during this attack until the rock pillar slashes.
|-
|-
| '''''Force Holdings'''''
| '''フォースホールディングス'''<br>''Force Holdings''
|Meta Knight fires a purple force beam in an attempt to catch the allies, which cannot be [[guard]]ed.<br>If successful, he will swing and slam the trapped allies with the purple force. Trapped allies can escape by mashing direction buttons rapidly.
|Meta Knight fires a purple force beam in an attempt to catch the allies, which cannot be [[guard]]ed.<br>If successful, he will swing and slam the trapped allies with the purple force. Trapped allies can escape by mashing direction buttons rapidly.
*Meta Knight takes 1.5× damage during Force Holdings.
*Meta Knight takes 1.5× damage during Force Holdings.
|-
|-
| '''''Duplicate Glide Sword'''''
| '''Simultaneous Glide Sword'''{{title|nocat=y}}
|All duplicated Meta Knights Shuttle Loop towards a given character's position three times in a row. The Meta Knights each target one character to Shuttle Loop towards. If fighting him with only one character, both Meta Knights target just that character.
|All duplicated Meta Knights Shuttle Loop towards a given character's position three times in a row. The Meta Knights each target one character to Shuttle Loop towards. If fighting him with only one character, both Meta Knights target just that character.
|}
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These attacks are always performed randomly:
These attacks are always performed randomly:
#Backhand Slash
*Backhand Slash
#Backhand Slash ~ Triple Slash
*Meta Quadruple Slash
#Hyper Rush
*Hyper Rush
#Hyper Rush ~ Crescent Shot
*Hyper Rush ~ Crescent Shot
#Aerial Crescent Shot
*Aerial Crescent Shot
#Glide Sword
*Glide Sword
#Down Thrust
*Down Thrust


For phase 1, Meta Knight attacks in a fixed order on loop as follows:
For phase 1, Meta Knight attacks in a fixed order on loop as follows:
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Upon entering phase 2, Meta Knight begins the phase as such:
Upon entering phase 2, Meta Knight begins the phase as such:
#Duplicate
#Four Bodies
#Aerial Crescent Shot [two Meta Knights] + Glide Sword [two other Meta Knights]
#Aerial Crescent Shot [two Meta Knights] + Glide Sword [two other Meta Knights]
#Three random attacks from all Meta Knights each
#Three random attacks from all Meta Knights each


Then attacks in a fixed order on loop as such:
Then attacks in a fixed order on loop as such:
#Force Falls
#Force Force
#One random attack
#One random attack
#Force Holdings
#Force Holdings
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#One random attack
#One random attack
#Tornado
#Tornado
#Duplicate
#Four Bodies
#Aerial Crescent Shot [two Meta Knights] + Glide Sword [two other Meta Knights]
#Aerial Crescent Shot [two Meta Knights] + Glide Sword [two other Meta Knights]
#Three random attacks from all Meta Knights each
#Three random attacks from all Meta Knights each
#Duplicate Glide Sword
#Simultaneous Glide Sword
 
Upon defeat, Meta Knight is freed from the [[Jamba Heart]]'s influence. His mask breaks and he flees.
 
Later, it is revealed in [[Heroes in Another Dimension]] that prior to the events of Story Mode, Meta Knight was at Sacred Square to protect its residents from the raining Jamba Heart pieces before getting corrupted himself. The Japanese, Chinese and Korean versions also state that after Meta Knight was saved by Kirby and friends, his thoughts and the Jamba Heart possessing him went to [[Another Dimension]] and created [[Parallel Meta Knight]].


{{Youtube|6MTy9_3K9RM|300|Battle with Meta Knight in ''Kirby Star Allies'' (The Ultimate Choice).}}
{{Youtube|6MTy9_3K9RM|300|Battle with Meta Knight in ''Kirby Star Allies'' (The Ultimate Choice).}}
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====As a Dream Friend====
====As a Dream Friend====
Meta Knight also appears as a [[Dream Friend]], unlocked after being defeated as a boss in Story Mode. He is recruitable by the Dream Rod from either the [[Dream Palace]] in Story Mode, from certain [[Big Switch]]es in [[Guest Star ???? Star Allies Go!]] or right after his defeat as a boss if a [[Friend Heart]] is tossed at him before his mask breaks in Story Mode and Guest Star ???? Star Allies Go!, similar to King Dedede at the end of the [[Clash at Castle Dedede]] stage.
After being defeated as a boss in Story Mode, Meta Knight is unlocked as a playable [[Dream Friend]]. He is recruitable by the Dream Rod from either the [[Dream Palace]] in Story Mode, from certain [[Big Switch]]es in [[Guest Star ???? Star Allies Go!]] or right after his defeat as a boss if a Friend Heart is tossed at him before his mask breaks in Story Mode and Guest Star ???? Star Allies Go!.


In this form, he can help Kirby and travel with him using a move-set similar to the one he had in ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]'' and ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''.
In this form, he can help Kirby and travel with him using a moveset similar to the one he had in ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]'' and ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''.


According to the Japanese, Chinese and Korean versions, he is still in the service of King Dedede and the phrase "stir things up" originally refers to a "revolution", i.e. the events of [[Revenge of Meta Knight]].
According to the Japanese, Chinese and Korean versions, he is still in the service of King Dedede and the phrase "stir things up" originally refers to a "revolution", i.e. the events of [[Revenge of Meta Knight]].
{{quote|あのナイトが「夢の泉の物語」から 見ざん！ 大王の はい下のようで ありながら カービィを助け 時には 巨大戦かんで かくめいも おこす… そんなナゾ多きナイトが、かなたの闇さえ さっし、飛ぶ！<br>The Knight from "Kirby's Adventure" has arrived! Although he appears to be in service of the King, sometimes he'll help Kirby, and other times, he'll incite a revolution with his giant battleship... Sensing the distant darkness, that mysterious knight flies!|[[Guest Star ???? Star Allies Go!|Guest Star Meta Knight Source of Darkness]] Pause Screen description in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' (Japanese)}}


Meta Knight as the playable Dream Friend can deal more damage than [[Sword]] Kirby and [[Blade Knight]] when using the same moves,<ref>[https://www.bilibili.com/read/cv419371 ''Kirby Star Allies'' Copy Ability damage value and Boss HP data from experiments (in Chinese)]</ref> not to mention his access to even more moves. Meta Knight is one of the fastest characters to beat [[The Ultimate Choice]], either solo or with Friends.
Meta Knight as the playable Dream Friend can deal more damage than [[Sword]] Kirby and [[Blade Knight]] when using the same moves,<ref>[https://www.bilibili.com/read/cv419371 ''Kirby Star Allies'' Copy Ability damage value and Boss HP data from experiments (in Chinese)]</ref> not to mention his access to even more moves. Meta Knight is one of the fastest characters to beat [[The Ultimate Choice]], either solo or with Friends.


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{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=4| Meta Knight's Dream Friend move-set in ''Kirby Star Allies'' &nbsp;
!colspan=4| Meta Knight's Dream Friend moveset in ''Kirby Star Allies'' &nbsp;
|-
|-
! Skill
! Skill
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|'''Overhead Slash'''
|'''Overhead Slash'''
|{{center|B}}
|{{center|B}}
|
|Meta Knight slashes forwards with his sword.
|24
|24
|-
|-
|'''Knight Beam'''
|'''Knight Beam'''
|{{center|B with full health}}
|{{center|B with full health}}
|
|Meta Knight can shoot a beam from his sword when at full health.
|21
|21
|-
|-
|'''Meta Triple Slash'''
|'''Meta Triple Slash'''
|{{center|B twice after Overhead Slash}}
|{{center|B twice after Overhead Slash}}
|
|Meta Knight does 2 more slashes.
|24×2
|24×2
|-
|-
|'''Meta Multithrust'''
|'''Meta Multithrust'''
|{{center|B after Meta Triple Slash}}
|{{center|B after Meta Triple Slash}}
|
|Meta Knight does a series of slashes forwards before finishing with a Decisive Slash.
|Multithrust: 11+4+2+1<br>Final slash: 32
|Multithrust: 11+4+2+1<br>Final slash: 32
|-
|-
|'''Piercing Slash'''
|'''Piercing Slash'''
|{{center|Dash + B}}
|{{center|Dash + B}}
|
|Meta Knight dashes forwards blade-first, stabbing enemies in his way.
|15+7+4×3
|15+7+4×3
|-
|-
|'''Knight Spin'''
|'''Knight Spin'''
|{{center|Dash + B in midair}}
|{{center|Dash + B in midair}}
|
|Meta Knight does a rolling slash.
|28+14
|28+14
|-
|-
|'''Meta Chop'''
|'''Meta Chop'''
|{{center|B in midair}}
|{{center|B in midair}}
|
|Meta Knight swings his sword forwards from high to low.
|Chop: 28<br>Hold: 21
|Chop: 28<br>Hold: 21
|-
|-
|'''Down Thrust'''
|'''Down Thrust'''
|{{center|↓ + B in midair}}
|{{center|↓ + B in midair}}
|
|Meta Knight dives straight down blade-first.
|Airborne: 11<br>Thrust: 36<br>Land: 21
|Airborne: 11<br>Thrust: 36<br>Land: 21
|-
|-
|'''Up Thrust'''
|'''Up Thrust'''
|{{center|↑ + B}}
|{{center|↑ + B}}
|
|Meta Knight stabs his sword above him.
|28
|28
|-
|-
|'''Meta Spin Slash'''
|'''Meta Spin Slash'''
|{{center|Press and hold B, and then release}}
|{{center|Press and hold B, and then release}}
|
|Meta Knight does a series of spinning slashes.
|Spin: 18+9×4<br>Final slash: 36<br>Total: 90
|Spin: 18+9×4<br>Final slash: 36<br>Total: 90
|-
|-
|'''Mach Tornado'''
|'''Mach Tornado'''
|{{center|Press and hold B, and then release + ↑}}
|{{center|Press and hold B, and then release + ↑}}
|
|Meta Knight jumps up while doing Meta Spin Slash.
|Spin: 15+6×4<br>Final slash: 25<br>Total: 64
|Spin: 15+6×4<br>Final slash: 25<br>Total: 64
|-
|-
|'''Meta Condor Dive'''
|'''Meta Condor Dive'''
|{{center|Dash and press ↓ + B in midair}}
|{{center|Dash and press ↓ + B in midair}}
|
|Meta Knight dives diagonally downwards, creating 2 shockwaves upon impact with the ground.
|Dive: 30<br>Shockwave: 20
|Dive: 30<br>Shockwave: 20
|-
|-
|'''[[Shuttle Loop]]'''
|'''[[Shuttle Loop]]'''
|{{center|↓↑ + B}}
|{{center|↓↑ + B}}
|
|Meta Knight does a quick loop-de-loop before gliding forwards. Meta Knight can move up or down while gliding.
|24→2 (2nd hit onward)
|24→2 (2nd hit onward)
|-
|-
|'''Hover'''
|'''Hover'''
|{{center|A in midair}}
|{{center|A in midair}}
|
|Meta Knight uses his wings to fly.
|4
|4
*Not buffed by elemental power.
*Not buffed by elemental power.
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|'''Galactic Counter'''
|'''Galactic Counter'''
|{{center|↓ + B}}
|{{center|↓ + B}}
|Added in version 4.0.0.
|Meta Knight takes a defensive stance for a brief time. If successfully hit by an enemy attack, Meta Knight does a slashing counter-attack. Added in version 4.0.0.
|N/A
|N/A
|-
|-
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===''Kirby Fighters 2''===
===''Kirby Fighters 2''===
Meta Knight features prominently in ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]'', both as a playable character and as a boss, where he is [[King Dedede & Meta Knight|partnered up with]] [[King Dedede]]. He is unlocked as a playable fighter upon completing Chapter 4 of [[Story Mode: The Destined Rivals]]. His move-set is largely the same as it was in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'', though he has a new move: Crescent Shot, which works in a similar manner to Sky Knight Sword from ''Kirby: Planet Robobot''.
Meta Knight features prominently in ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]'', both as a playable character and as a boss, where he is [[King Dedede & Meta Knight|partnered up with]] [[King Dedede]]. He is unlocked as a playable fighter upon completing Chapter 4 of [[Story Mode: The Destined Rivals]]. His moveset is largely the same as it was in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'', though he has a new move: Crescent Shot, which works in a similar manner to Sky Knight Sword from ''Kirby: Planet Robobot''.


For more precise competitive-oriented information on Meta Knight in ''Kirby Fighters 2'', see [https://wiki.gbl.gg/w/Kirby_Fighters_2/Meta_Knight Mizuumi Wiki's page].
For more precise competitive-oriented information on Meta Knight in ''Kirby Fighters 2'', see [https://wiki.gbl.gg/w/Kirby_Fighters_2/Meta_Knight Mizuumi Wiki's page].
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For information about him as a boss, see the [[King Dedede & Meta Knight]] page.
For information about him as a boss, see the [[King Dedede & Meta Knight]] page.


====Move-set====
====Moveset====
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!colspan=4|Meta Knight's move-set in ''Kirby Fighters 2'' &nbsp;
!colspan=4|Meta Knight's moveset in ''Kirby Fighters 2'' &nbsp;
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! Skill
! Skill
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Meta Knight returns in ''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]'', titled '''The Lone Swordsman'''. Like many others, Meta Knight was brought to the mysterious world by vortexes that opened in the skies above [[Dream Land]]. Once the [[Colosseum]] in [[Waddle Dee Town]] is built, Meta Knight can be fought as the final fight in The Meta Knight Cup. He appears again in The Ultimate Cup, though not as the final opponent. After beating him the first time, Kirby is awarded the [[Meta Knight Sword]] blueprint. After clearing the main story and unlocking The Ultimate Cup, Meta Knight stays perched upon the entrance of the Colosseum. [[Elfilin]] explains that Meta Knight stays in Waddle Dee Town to protect the town from the [[Beast Pack]] while Kirby is away.  
Meta Knight returns in ''[[Kirby and the Forgotten Land]]'', titled '''The Lone Swordsman'''. Like many others, Meta Knight was brought to the mysterious world by vortexes that opened in the skies above [[Dream Land]]. Once the [[Colosseum]] in [[Waddle Dee Town]] is built, Meta Knight can be fought as the final fight in The Meta Knight Cup. He appears again in The Ultimate Cup, though not as the final opponent. After beating him the first time, Kirby is awarded the [[Meta Knight Sword]] blueprint. After clearing the main story and unlocking The Ultimate Cup, Meta Knight stays perched upon the entrance of the Colosseum. [[Elfilin]] explains that Meta Knight stays in Waddle Dee Town to protect the town from the [[Beast Pack]] while Kirby is away.  


It is later revealed through Meta Knight's figure descriptions that Meta Knight arrived in the new world before Kirby. During his early scouting, he ventured as far as [[Winter Horns]] searching for a way back to Popstar. However, his exploration was interrupted when the Beast Pack attacked Waddle Dee Town, prompting him to commit himself to the town's defense. He is mentioned as having beaten [[Gorimondo]] 30 times in battle.
It is revealed through Meta Knight's collectible [[figure]] descriptions that Meta Knight arrived in the new world before Kirby. During his early scouting, he ventured as far as [[Winter Horns]] searching for a way back to Popstar. However, his exploration was interrupted when the Beast Pack attacked Waddle Dee Town, prompting him to commit himself to the town's defense. He is also mentioned as having beaten [[Gorimondo]] 30 times in battle.
 
The original Japanese and localized Chinese and Korean versions instead state that Meta Knight arrived in the new world after Kirby and was said to have ventured through the new world looking for a way back to Planet Popstar before the Beast Pack attacked Waddle Dee Town.
 
{{quote|カービィたちの 少し後に ナゾのうずに のまれ<br>この地に来た メタナイト。この世界から だっ出する<br>すべはないか、ちょうさを進めていた。ちょうさの<br>間にも 剣のうでを みがきながら、町を おそう<br>ビースト軍団に、戦いをいどんで いたという。|'''The Lone Swordsman Meta Knight''' figure description|Japanese version}}
{{quote|커비 일행보다 조금 뒤에 수수께끼의 소용돌이에 휩쓸려<br>이 땅에 도착한 메타 나이트. 이 세계에서 탈출할 방법은<br>없는지 조사를 진행하고 있었다. 조사를 하는 도중에도<br>검 실력을 갈고닦으며 마을을 공격하는 비스트 군단에게<br>싸움을 걸었다고 한다.|'''The Lone Swordsman Meta Knight''' figure description |Korean version}}


A more challenging doppelgänger of Meta Knight, known as [[Phantom Meta Knight]], is encountered in the Ultimate Cup Z of the Colosseum. Phantom Meta Knight's figure description reveals that [[Fecto Forgo]] aimed to control Meta Knight in the same manner as [[King Dedede]]. However, due to the knight's unbending will, the attempt failed, leading to the creation of Phantom Meta Knight.
A more challenging doppelgänger of Meta Knight, known as [[Phantom Meta Knight]], is encountered in the Ultimate Cup Z of the Colosseum. Phantom Meta Knight's figure description reveals that [[Fecto Forgo]] aimed to control Meta Knight in the same manner as [[King Dedede]]. However, due to the knight's unbending will, the attempt failed, leading to the creation of Phantom Meta Knight.


==== Attacks ====
====Attacks====
The following are all of Meta Knight's attacks in ''Kirby and the Forgotten Land'' (attack names are from the ''Kirby and the Forgotten Land Perfect Support Guide''). Attacks in ''italics'' are used in the second phase only:
The following are all of Meta Knight's attacks in ''Kirby and the Forgotten Land'' (attack names are from the ''Kirby and the Forgotten Land Perfect Support Guide'').
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!colspan=5|Meta Knight's attacks in ''Kirby and the Forgotten Land'' &nbsp;
!colspan=5|Meta Knight's attacks in ''Kirby and the Forgotten Land'' &nbsp;
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|-
|'''３連ぎり'''<br>''Triple Slash''
|'''３連ぎり'''<br>''Triple Slash''
|Meta Knight slashes three times toward Kirby, leaving behind a [[Drop Star]] with each slash.
|Meta Knight slashes three times toward Kirby, leaving behind a [[Dropped Star]] with each slash.
|-
|-
|'''ムーンショット'''<br>''Crescent Shot''
|'''ムーンショット'''<br>''Crescent Shot''
|Meta Knight charges his sword and then releases three crescent shots toward Kirby which leave Drop Stars upon dissipating.
|Meta Knight charges his sword and then releases three crescent shots toward Kirby which leave Dropped Stars upon dissipating.
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|'''アッパーキャリバー'''<br>''[[Upper Calibur]]''
|'''アッパーキャリバー'''<br>''[[Upper Calibur]]''
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If Kirby has [[Sword]] or one of its variants, he can use it to clash with Meta Knight when he attempts this move. This initiates a pushing contest, where the player needs to mash the attack button to have Kirby push Meta Knight back. Failing this leads into the attack as usual as if Kirby was caught. Succeeding allows Kirby to disarm Meta Knight, forcing him to use his sword from ''Kirby's Adventure'' if Kirby grabs the [[Galaxia]] afterward, gaining the [[Meta Knight Sword]] ability (regardless of whether or not he has it unlocked or otherwise selected).<ref>[https://youtube.com/watch?v=GiMVS27E16c Stealing Galaxia and Making Meta Knight use his old sword]</ref>
If Kirby has [[Sword]] or one of its variants, he can use it to clash with Meta Knight when he attempts this move. This initiates a pushing contest, where the player needs to mash the attack button to have Kirby push Meta Knight back. Failing this leads into the attack as usual as if Kirby was caught. Succeeding allows Kirby to disarm Meta Knight, forcing him to use his sword from ''Kirby's Adventure'' if Kirby grabs the [[Galaxia]] afterward, gaining the [[Meta Knight Sword]] ability (regardless of whether or not he has it unlocked or otherwise selected).<ref>[https://youtube.com/watch?v=GiMVS27E16c Stealing Galaxia and Making Meta Knight use his old sword]</ref>
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|'''''フォースフォールズ'''''<br>''Force Falls''
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|Meta Knight flies into the distance and conjures a wave of boulders that fly into the air and then fall onto the arena, leaving gaps where Kirby can take cover. When the rocks hit the ground, they leave behind Drop Stars. Meta Knight always opens the second phase with this attack.
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|'''フォースフォールズ'''<br>''Force Falls''
|Meta Knight flies into the distance and conjures a wave of boulders that fly into the air and then fall onto the arena, leaving gaps where Kirby can take cover. When the rocks hit the ground, they leave behind Dropped Stars. Meta Knight always opens the second phase with this attack.
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|'''''下づき波動ショット'''''<br>''Downward Wave Shot''
|'''下づき波動ショット'''<br>''Downward Wave Shot''
|Meta Knight points his sword down in midair and then slams the ground, creating four blue pillars of energy that seek Kirby for a moment before vanishing and leaving Drop Stars. These pillars dissipate early if they hit the edge of the arena.
|Meta Knight points his sword down in midair and then slams the ground, creating four blue pillars of energy that seek Kirby for a moment before vanishing and leaving Dropped Stars. These pillars dissipate early if they hit the edge of the arena.
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|'''''百れつムーンラッシュ'''''<br>''100-Slashes Crescent Rush''
|'''百れつムーンラッシュ'''<br>''100-Slashes Crescent Rush''
|Meta Knight charges energy into his sword while flying and then releases a flurry of continuous crescent shots at Kirby, leaving behind Drop Stars on impact at regular intervals.
|Meta Knight charges energy into his sword while flying and then releases a flurry of continuous crescent shots at Kirby, leaving behind Dropped Stars on impact at regular intervals.
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|'''''ナイトヴァンパイアムーン'''''<br>''Knight Vampire Crescent''
|'''ナイトヴァンパイアムーン'''<br>''Knight Vampire Crescent''
|Meta Knight charges his sword and then releases two extra large crescent shots toward Kirby which leave lots of Drop Stars in their wake.
|Meta Knight charges his sword and then releases two extra large crescent shots toward Kirby which leave lots of Dropped Stars in their wake.
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===''Kirby's Dream Buffet''===
===''Kirby's Dream Buffet''===
Meta Knight himself does not appear in ''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]''. However, Kirby can take on his likeness using the appropriate [[Costumes|costume]] and [[Colors|color]]. Additionally, Meta Knight appears on several [[Character Treat]]s.
Meta Knight himself does not appear in ''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]''. However, Kirby can take on his likeness using the appropriate [[Costumes|costume]] and [[color]]. Additionally, Meta Knight appears on several [[Character Treat]]s.


===''Super Smash Bros.'' series===
===''Super Smash Bros.'' series===
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{{SmashWiki|Meta Knight (SSBB)}}
{{SmashWiki|Meta Knight (SSBB)}}
[[File:SSBB Meta Knight's Shuttle Loop.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Meta Knight using [[Shuttle Loop]] in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''.]]
[[File:SSBB Meta Knight's Shuttle Loop.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Meta Knight using [[Shuttle Loop]] in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''.]]
Meta Knight is featured for the first time as a fighter in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. His main attributes are his excellent aerial mobility, with five mid-air jumps, excellent airspeed, and special moves which can all assist further with recovery (most notoriously his glide following his up-special), as well as his quick and powerful sword swipes, many of which can beat out moves from other characters. All of these attributes put together make for a fearsome fighter when in the right hands, so much so that he is widely considered the best character in the game and is often banned from tournaments.
Meta Knight is featured for the first time as a fighter in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. His main attributes are his excellent aerial mobility, with five midair jumps, excellent airspeed, and special moves which can all assist further with recovery (most notoriously his glide following his up-special), as well as his quick and powerful sword swipes, many of which can beat out moves from other characters. All of these attributes put together make for a fearsome fighter when in the right hands, so much so that he is widely considered the best character in the game and is often banned from tournaments.


Unlike Kirby and King Dedede, Meta Knight speaks in full sentences, with lines such as "Know my power!" when using his Final Smash; [[Galaxia Darkness]] and "You've much yet to learn." in one of his victory poses. This is in stark contrast to the ''Kirby'' series proper, where his only dialogue outside of the occasional grunt is entirely text-based. His association in the Story Mode with [[smashwiki:Marth|Marth]] and [[smashwiki:Ike|Ike]], along with his own unique version of the series victory jingle, help to further separate him from his cuter compatriots.
Unlike Kirby and King Dedede, Meta Knight speaks in full sentences, with lines such as "Know my power!" when using his Final Smash; [[Galaxia Darkness]] and "You've much yet to learn." in one of his victory poses. This is in stark contrast to the ''Kirby'' series proper, where his only dialogue outside of the occasional grunt is entirely text-based. His association in the Story Mode with [[smashwiki:Marth|Marth]] and [[smashwiki:Ike|Ike]], along with his own unique version of the series victory jingle, help to further separate him from his cuter compatriots.


=====Role in The Subspace Emissary=====
=====Role in The Subspace Emissary=====
Throughout the story of [[smashwiki:Adventure Mode: The Subspace Emissary|The Subspace Emissary]], Meta Knight is chasing down the Subspace Army, as they had seen fit to steal his flagship [[Halberd]] and use it to spread shadow bugs across the realm. Along the way, he joins up with the two Fire Emblem swordsmen of Marth and Ike in pursuit of the Ancient Minister and his subspace bombs. One of these bombs resides in a giant transformable robot called [[smashwiki:Galleom|Galleom]] which Meta Knight fights. After Galleom transforms, taking [[smashwiki:Lucas|Lucas]] and the [[smashwiki:Pokémon Trainer|Pokémon Trainer]] as hostages with it, they then break loose, and Meta Knight flies in to catch them in mid-air.
Throughout the story of [[smashwiki:Adventure Mode: The Subspace Emissary|The Subspace Emissary]], Meta Knight is chasing down the Subspace Army, as they had seen fit to steal his flagship [[Halberd]] and use it to spread shadow bugs across the realm. He attempted to defend his ship, but was preoccupied with an attack from King Dedede. Along the way, he joins up with the two Fire Emblem swordsmen of Marth and Ike in pursuit of the Ancient Minister and his subspace bombs. One of these bombs resides in a giant transformable robot called [[smashwiki:Galleom|Galleom]] which Meta Knight fights. After Galleom transforms following a different battle, he takes [[smashwiki:Lucas|Lucas]] and the [[smashwiki:Pokémon Trainer|Pokémon Trainer]] as hostages with it, activating a Subspace Bomb within his chest. Lucas breaks them loose, and Meta Knight catches them in midair while they fall.
 
Later on, Meta Knight catches up to the Halberd as it engages in an aerial battle with the [[smashwiki:Great Fox|Great Fox]] by jumping up a mountainside along with the [[smashwiki:Ice Climbers|Ice Climbers]] (who believe it to be a race). At the top, he battles and then allies with [[smashwiki:Lucario|Lucario]] before boarding the ship. From there, he encounters [[smashwiki:Solid Snake|Snake]] and the two princesses [[smashwiki:Princess Peach|Peach]] and [[smashwiki:Princess Zelda|Zelda]] as he liberates his ship from Subspace control. He discovers that the ship was being piloted by [[smashwiki:Mr. Game & Watch|Mr. Game & Watch]] and several false counterparts. When kicked out of the pilot's cabin, the 2D collection dissolves into shadow bugs, forming a giant robotic boss named [[smashwiki:Duon|Duon]] on the Halberd bridge.


Later on, Meta Knight catches up to the Halberd as it engages in an aerial battle with the [[smashwiki:Great Fox|Great Fox]] by jumping up a mountainside along with the [[smashwiki:Ice Climbers|Ice Climbers]] (who believe it to be a race). At the top, he battles and then allies with [[smashwiki:Lucario|Lucario]] before boarding the ship. From there, he encounters [[smashwiki:Solid Snake|Snake]] and the two princesses [[smashwiki:Princess Peach|Peach]] and [[smashwiki:Princess Zelda|Zelda]] as he liberates his ship from Subspace control.
Lucario, the princesses, Fox, and Falco take on Duon. Once defeated, they revive Mr. Game and Watch, while Meta Knight regains control of the ship. From there, the Halberd lands alongside the Falcon Flyer on the coast overlooking the destroyed Isle of the Ancients. The Halberd is used as a decoy when approaching the Subspace bubble the island has become, being destroyed by the Subspace Gunship moments after it turns the entire island into Subspace. The destruction of the battleship reveals several vehicles (which contain most of the group) from within, including the Falcon Flyer, Samus's Gunship, Fox and Falco's arwings, and the Hocotate Ship piloted by [[smashwiki:Olimar|Olimar]]. While they dodge the gunfire of the Gunship Kirby uses the [[Dragoon]] to destroy the Gunship, allowing access into Subspace.


After the heroes defeat the giant robot [[smashwiki:Duon|Duon]] aboard the Halberd and free [[smashwiki:Mr. Game & Watch|Mr. Game & Watch]], Meta Knight regains control of the ship. From there, they fly against the massive Subspace gunship which blows the Halberd to smithereens, though the heroes survive by splitting off on smaller ships to take down the gunship and enter Subspace. At this point, Meta Knight has no further unique role to play in the story.
Meta Knight appears alongside the other fighters when preparing to deep into Subspace, brandishing his sword at the unknown. He is unfortunately, turned into a trophy almost immediately upon encountering Tabuu, along with every other fighter. He is revived by Kirby (having reawakened due to swallowing a timed device made by King Dedede), although in gameplay his revival can be skipped. He accompanies the other revived fighters into the Great Maze and the final confrontation with Tabuu.


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{{main|Meta Knight (anime character)}}
{{main|Meta Knight (anime character)}}
[[File:Meta Knight Anime.png|thumb|Meta Knight in the ''Kirby: Right Back at Ya!'' anime series.]]
[[File:Meta Knight Anime.png|thumb|Meta Knight in the ''Kirby: Right Back at Ya!'' anime series.]]
Meta Knight appears in ''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]'' as a major supporting character with [[Sword Knight (anime character)|Sword Knight]] and [[Blade Knight (anime character)|Blade Knight]] as his loyal followers. Near the beginning of the series, he acts somewhat mysterious, seemingly serving [[King Dedede (anime character)|King Dedede]], but also sometimes helping [[Kirby (anime character)|Kirby]] when he needs it. Later in the series, his role becomes that of a mentor to Kirby. Most of the time, he does not outright help Kirby, but sometimes gives him tips about how to defeat whatever opponent he is facing. In the rare occasions where he does fight Kirby, it is for training purposes. Meta Knight also has a Hispanic accent in the English dub and a direct Spanish accent in the Latin America and Spain dubs, possibly because he slightly resembles [[wikipedia:Zorro|Zorro]].
Meta Knight appears in ''[[Kirby: Right Back at Ya!]]'' as a major supporting character with [[Sword Knight (anime character)|Sword Knight]] and [[Blade Knight (anime character)|Blade Knight]] as his loyal followers. Near the beginning of the series, he acts somewhat mysterious, seemingly serving [[King Dedede (anime character)|King Dedede]], but also sometimes helping [[Kirby (anime character)|Kirby]] when he needs it. Later in the series, his role becomes that of a mentor to Kirby. Most of the time, he does not outright help Kirby, but sometimes gives him tips about how to defeat whatever opponent he is facing. In the rare occasions where he does fight Kirby, it is for training purposes.


In the series, Meta Knight is said to be a [[Star Warrior]], a protector of the galaxy against [[Night Mare Enterprises]]. However, most of the Star Warriors ended up being killed, leaving him as a survivor, training Kirby to become one too. Due to this, he displays very skilled swordplay. He is also very stealthy, being able to appear at scenes without being noticed until he speaks up. He wields the same sword from the games, the [[Galaxia]], which is said in the series to be a legendary sword which only can be wielded by those destined to do so. When he first encounters Galaxia, it is being guarded by a fierce [[monster]] called [[Kirisakin]]. His partner [[Star Warrior|Garlude]] resorts to sacrificing herself, but manages to get the sword to Meta Knight.
In the series, Meta Knight is said to be a [[Star Warrior]], a protector of the galaxy against [[Night Mare Enterprises]]. However, most of the Star Warriors ended up being killed, leaving him as a survivor, training Kirby to become one too. Due to this, he displays very skilled swordplay. He is also very stealthy, being able to appear at scenes without being noticed until he speaks up. He wields the same sword from the games, the [[Galaxia]], which is said in the series to be a legendary sword which only can be wielded by those destined to do so. When he first encounters Galaxia, it is being guarded by a fierce [[monster]] called [[Kirisakin]]. His partner [[Star Warrior|Garlude]] resorts to sacrificing herself, but manages to get the sword to Meta Knight.


Meta Knight's eyes change color according to his mood. If he is happy or calm, they are blue. If he is thoughtful, they are green. If he is angry, they are red. If he is amused, they are pink.
Meta Knight's eyes change color according to his mood. If he is happy or calm, they are blue. If he is thoughtful, they are green. If he is angry, they are red. If he is amused, they are pink. If he is confused, they are orange. If he is serious, shocked, or fearful for the lives of others, they are white.
 
Meta Knight's appearance is usually accompanied with a flamenco guitar sting. In the English dub of the anime, he is voiced with a Spanish accent, which is likely modeled after [[wikipedia:Antonio Banderas|Antonio Banderas]]' performance in the 1998 film ''[[wikipedia:The Mask of Zorro|The Mask of Zorro]]''. In the Latin American Spanish and Castilian Spanish dubs of the anime, he speaks with an [[wikipedia:Andalusia|Andalusian]] accent.


Meta Knight also appears in [[Kirby of the Stars Pilot|the pilot episode]], but here, he is portrayed as one of the enemies who Kirby fights. He is defeated when Kirby spits [[Captain Stitch]] at him.
Meta Knight also appears in [[Kirby of the Stars Pilot|the pilot episode]], but here, he is portrayed as one of the enemies who Kirby fights. He is defeated when Kirby spits [[Captain Stitch]] at him.
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===''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' trophy===
===''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' trophy===
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{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=4|Meta Knight's Trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' &nbsp;
!colspan=4|Meta Knight's trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' &nbsp;
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===''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' trophy===
===''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' trophy===
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{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=5|Meta Knight's Trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' &nbsp;
!colspan=5|Meta Knight's trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' &nbsp;
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===''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U'' trophies===
===''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U'' trophies===
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{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=6|Meta Knight's Trophies in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U'' &nbsp;
!colspan=6|Meta Knight's trophies in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U'' &nbsp;
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===''Kirby: Planet Robobot'' [https://cdn02.nintendo-europe.com/media/downloads/games_8/emanuals/nintendo_3ds_2/kirbyplanetrobobot/ElectronicManual_Nintendo3DS_KirbyPlanetRobobot_EN.pdf British English electronic manual]===
===''Kirby: Planet Robobot'' [https://cdn02.nintendo-europe.com/media/downloads/games_8/emanuals/nintendo_3ds_2/kirbyplanetrobobot/ElectronicManual_Nintendo3DS_KirbyPlanetRobobot_EN.pdf British English electronic manual]===
*''"A masked warrior who tries to take on Haltmann Works Co. by himself. However, he's soon defeated by a mighty enemy..."''
*''"A masked warrior who tries to take on Haltmann Works Co. by himself. However, he's soon defeated by a mighty enemy..."''
===amiibo===
*''Kirby's mysterious rival, this masked swordsman appears in several Kirby™ games. His giant cape transforms into wings, giving him the power of flight. He also captains a giant battleship, the Halberd, in order to take control of Dream Land. Meta Knight has shown his face briefly before, but his relationship to Kirby is still a mystery.''


===[[Play Nintendo]]===
===[[Play Nintendo]]===
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Early games (and ''Kirby & The Amazing Mirror'') have Meta Knight hold his sword in his left hand, while later games have him hold his sword in his right hand. Various ''Kirby'' games lead to him being ambidextrous because when he faces left, his sword is in his left hand and vice versa. However, the sprites for Meta Knight are simply flipped, much as how Sword Kirby "switches" hands when he turns around, which is mainly the reason he can hold his sword in both hands.
*Early games (and ''Kirby & The Amazing Mirror'') have Meta Knight hold his sword in his left hand, while later games have him hold his sword in his right hand. Various ''Kirby'' games lead to him being ambidextrous because when he faces left, his sword is in his left hand and vice versa. However, the sprites for Meta Knight are simply flipped, much as how Sword Kirby "switches" hands when he turns around, which is mainly the reason he can hold his sword in both hands.
*According to the official Kirby website, Meta Knight actually loves sweet food.<ref>[http://www.kirby.jp/character/meta_knight/ Meta Knight's character introduction] on '''Kirby Portal''', Kirby official website in Japan</ref>
*According to [[Kirby Portal]], the official Japanese Kirby website, Meta Knight actually loves sweet food.<ref>[http://www.kirby.jp/character/meta_knight/ Meta Knight's character introduction] on [[Kirby Portal]].</ref>
**The [[Kirby Café]] frequently features desserts themed after Meta Knight, including a chocolate au lait he drinks after training, a chocolate fondant he keeps secretly in his cape, and a parfait he indulges in every night.
**The [[Kirby Café]] frequently features desserts themed after Meta Knight, including a chocolate au lait he drinks after training, a chocolate fondant he keeps secretly in his cape, and a parfait he indulges in every night.
*Meta Knight became the "Nagoya Station Master", the icon for the Nagoya fair of Japan's Pupupu Train merchandise event during July 24-30, 2018.<ref>[https://ishop.tbs.co.jp/special/tbs/kirby/event.html '''Pupupu Train 2018''' event information]</ref>
*Meta Knight became the "Nagoya Station Master", the icon for the Nagoya fair of Japan's Pupupu Train merchandise event during July 24-30, 2018.<ref>[https://ishop.tbs.co.jp/special/tbs/kirby/event.html '''Pupupu Train 2018''' event information]</ref>
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<tab name="Kirby’s Avalanche">
*"''None shall pass! En garde, Kirby!''"
*"''None shall pass! En garde, Kirby!''"
*"''Oh, you're so right...then Avalanche it is, ha ha ha ha!''"
*"''Oh, you're so right...then Avalanche it is, ha ha ha ha!''"
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*''"You'll never escape!"''
*''"You'll never escape!"''
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<tab name="Kirby's Star Stacker (Super Famicom) (unofficial translation)">
<tab name="Kirby’s Star Stacker (Super Famicom) (unofficial translation)">
*"''Hold it right there, Kirby!''"
*"''Hold it right there, Kirby!''"
*"''Leave the star pieces to me.''"
*"''Leave the star pieces to me.''"
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*''"the greatest warrior in the galaxy!"''
*''"the greatest warrior in the galaxy!"''
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<tab name="Kirby’s (Extra) Epic Yarn">
*''"Patches... And stitching everywhere...?!"''
*''"Patches... And stitching everywhere...?!"''
*''"What monster would do such a thing?!"''
*''"What monster would do such a thing?!"''
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