Parasol

Parasol Artwork of Parasol Kirby from Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe Details First game Kirby's Adventure (1993) Latest game Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe (2023) Other game(s) Kirby's Pinball Land (cameo) Kirby's Dream Course Kirby's Dream Land 2 Kirby Super Star Kirby's Dream Land 3 Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land Kirby & The Amazing Mirror Kirby: Squeak Squad Kirby Super Star Ultra Kirby's Return to Dream Land Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition (New Challenge Stages) Kirby: Triple Deluxe Kirby Fighters Deluxe Kirby: Planet Robobot Kirby Battle Royale Kirby Star Allies Kirby Fighters 2 Kirby's Dream Buffet (reference) Type(s) Unlimited uses Obtained from Parasol (from Parasol Waddle Dee, Parasol Waddle Doo, etc, or on its own), Floaty the Drifter, Sasuke, Klinko, Bukiset, Transformer, Jumper Shoot amiibo (Kirby: Planet Robobot): Waddle Dee, Peach Obtained by projectiles from Paint Roller Power(s) Protects Kirby from enemies above him Helper Parasol Waddle Dee

This article is about the Copy Ability. For the enemy object, see Parasol (enemy).

Parasol is a Copy Ability that equips Kirby with a parasol (umbrella) to use as a weapon. Contrary to what might be expected, the Parasol is a formidable tool when in Kirby's hands. He can swing it to strike enemies with the same force as a Sword, and use it to shield himself from incoming projectiles ahead or above him. Additional techniques include the very fast and dangerous Parasol Drill and Dive, and the famous Circus Throw technique, where he picks an enemy up and spins it on his parasol before tossing it away. Kirby can also use his Parasol to splash water on fiery blocks and foes to douse them. When not attacking with it, Kirby can use the parasol to glide through the air, drifting slowly downward while gaining increased horizontal velocity. Lastly, Parasol is one of the abilities that can usually be used underwater.

Parasol is typically obtained by swallowing the Parasol often held by Waddle Dees and Waddle Doos, but there are a small number of more specialized enemies that provide it, including Floaty the Drifter, Jumper Shoot, Sasuke, and Klinko. Parasol is the only modern Copy Ability which does not grant Kirby a hat or any additional costume piece. In addition to being one of the first Copy Abilities to appear (first appearing in Kirby's Adventure), it is also tied with Cutter as the most ubiquitous ability in the whole Kirby series, appearing in 18 games and counting.

Overview

With the Parasol ability, Kirby will naturally drift gently downward with his parasol open, swaying in the breeze.

Parasol is one of Kirby's simpler and yet more versatile abilities. Its primary attribute is the ability for Kirby to shield himself from attacks from above (even when hovering), and the ability to float gently downward in the air. Some games employ wind currents which can influence Kirby's trajectory when he is drifting on his Parasol, even carrying him upward in some cases. It is also one of the few abilities which can be used underwater, though its utility there is more limited. Starting in Kirby Super Star, Parasol would gain more of its signature properties, including its special guard, its drill attack, and its Circus Throw technique.

Starting in Kirby Super Star, but not becoming prominent until Kirby's Return to Dream Land, Parasol would gain a distinct watery property, as Kirby will now throw water drops off the Parasol when he swings it which can douse flames and cool lava blocks. This increased reach also makes it possible for Parasol Kirby to consistently hit enemies and objects through walls, though not with as much reach as other abilities like Yo-Yo or Whip. The watery properties of Parasol also allow Kirby to grant the Splash Power Effect to his allies in Kirby Star Allies.

Although Parasol is one of the most frequently-reoccurring abilities in the series, it does have a few noteworthy absences in the main series, those being Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards and Kirby and the Forgotten Land; however, in Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards, Kirby can float down slowly by holding onto a Bumber, achieving a similar effect to that of the Parasol ability.

Game appearances

Parasol Kirby's video game appearances
Game	Role	Notes
Kirby series
Kirby's Adventure	Copy Ability	Obtainable from the Parasol enemy.
Kirby's Pinball Land	Cameo	Appears as an element on the Kracko Land board.
Kirby's Dream Course	Copy Ability	Obtainable from Parasol Waddle Doo and Transformer Single-use in this game.
Kirby's Dream Land 2	Copy Ability	Obtainable from Floaty the Drifter and Jumper Shoot. Can be paired with Animal Friends.
Kirby Super Star	Copy Ability	Obtainable from the Parasol enemy. Can be used to create a Parasol Waddle Dee helper.
Kirby's Dream Land 3	Copy Ability	Obtainable from Sasuke, Klinko, parasol-wielding Bukiset, and Jumper Shoot. Can be paired with Animal Friends.
Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land	Copy Ability	Obtainable from the Parasol enemy.
Kirby & The Amazing Mirror	Copy Ability	Obtainable from the Parasol enemy.
Kirby: Squeak Squad	Copy Ability	Obtainable from Parasol Waddle Dee and Parasol Waddle Doo. Can be upgraded using an Ability Scroll.
Kirby Super Star Ultra	Copy Ability	Obtainable from the Parasol enemy. Can be used to create a Parasol Waddle Dee helper.
Kirby's Return to Dream Land	Copy Ability	Obtainable from Parasol Waddle Dee and Parasol Waddle Doo.
Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition	Playable character	Used in the Parasol Challenge and is selectable in Magolor Race 1, Magolor Race 3, and Magolor Race EX in New Challenge Stages.
Kirby: Triple Deluxe	Copy Ability	Obtainable from Parasol Waddle Dee and Parasol Waddle Doo. Also available in Kirby Fighters.
Kirby Fighters Deluxe	Playable character	Selectable in all game modes. Has an unlockable alternate costume.
Kirby: Planet Robobot	Copy Ability	Obtainable from Parasol Waddle Dee and Parasol Waddle Doo. Has a corresponding mode for the Robobot Armor.
Kirby Battle Royale	Playable character	Selectable after purchasing it with 500 Battle Coins, but needs to be unlocked separately for use in Dedede's Cake Royale. Has three unlockable alternate costumes.
Kirby Star Allies	Copy Ability	Obtainable from Parasol Waddle Dee. Can be used to create a Parasol Waddle Dee ally. Can provide the "Splash" Power Effect and be used for Chumbrella.
Kirby Fighters 2	Playable character	Selectable in all game modes after reaching Fighters Rank 31. Has two unlockable alternate costumes.
Kirby's Dream Buffet	Reference	Appears on two Character Treats.
Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe	Copy Ability	Has the same properties and sources as in the original Kirby's Return to Dream Land.
Super Smash Bros. series
Super Smash Bros. Melee	Reference	Parasol Kirby appears as a trophy.

Kirby's Adventure / Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land

Kirby using the Parasol ability to float through the air in Kirby's Adventure.

Parasol makes its first appearance as a Copy Ability in Kirby's Adventure, and also appears in Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land. Here, its essential properties of being used as a bludgeon, shielding Kirby from hazards above him, and being used to float slowly downward were established. This makes it one of the more versatile abilities in the game. It is only provided by Parasol Waddle Dee and Parasol Waddle Doo.

Kirby's Pinball Land

While Parasol does not appear as a Copy Ability in Kirby's Pinball Land (since Copy Abilities do not exist in this game), a Kirby holding a Parasol does appear on the Kracko Land board, pulling the Parasol out when Nimbus rains on him, and can help Kirby get to the upper portion of the board.

Kirby's Dream Course

Kirby drifting through the air on a green Parasol in Kirby's Dream Course

The Parasol ability appears in Kirby's Dream Course, where it can be obtained from Parasol Waddle Doo. While using the ability, Kirby floats through the air using the Parasol, and can gently be steered toward the ground for a more precise landing. How quickly Kirby drifts laterally through the air depends on how fast he was going when he activated the ability. This can also be used to brake Kirby's momentum while rolling on the ground.

Kirby's Dream Land 2

Parasol reappears in Kirby's Dream Land 2. Kirby acquires this ability from Jumper Shoot and Floaty the Drifter. By itself, this ability performs similar to the one in Kirby's Adventure.

When on an Animal Friend, however, Kirby can perform variations of the ability, as detailed in the following table:

Animal Friend	Appearance	Description
Coo		Coo equips a Parasol and starts spinning rapidly, similar to the Tornado ability.
Kine		A large parasol appears from Kine's mouth, which can be used as a shield for a limited time.
Rick		Rick balances a parasol on his nose and a ball-shaped Kirby on top of it, harming enemies above him.

Throughout Kirby's Dream Land 2, there are specific blocks which can be broken only with the Parasol ability. They resemble puffy clouds.

Kirby Super Star / Kirby Super Star Ultra

Kirby hovering while carrying a Parasol in Kirby Super Star.

Parasol returns as an ability in Kirby Super Star and Kirby Super Star Ultra, where it is once again obtained by swallowing an enemy Parasol. However, it can also be received via Copy Essence Deluxe in Milky Way Wishes and through regular Copy Essences. With the Parasol equipped, Kirby can create a Parasol Waddle Dee as a Helper. This game introduced some of the more elaborate attacks that Parasol has become known for, such as Parasol Drill and Circus Throw. This game also introduced Parasol's ability to douse flames by splashing water on them.

Parasol moveset in Kirby Super Star and Kirby Super Star Ultra
Skill	Button Execution	Skill	Button Execution
Parasol Swing	B	Parasol Shield	Hold B
Parasol Drill	Dash + B	Parasol Dive	↓ + B in air
Circus Throw	(any direction) + B near foe	Parasol Drift	Drop
Drift Stall	↓ while dropping	Parasol Drill	B underwater
Parasol Dive	↓ + B underwater

Kirby's Dream Land 3

Kirby pairing Parasol with Nago for a pogo-like combination attack in Kirby's Dream Land 3

Parasol makes another appearance in Kirby's Dream Land 3. It functions similarly to its previous appearance in Kirby's Dream Land 2, and can be acquired from Sasuke, Klinko, Jumper Shoot and the parasol variant of Bukiset. When Kirby or Gooey try to crouch with this ability, instead of crouching, they put their parasols in front of them similar to a guard, which deals damage to enemies and provides cover of any incoming projectile. Their backs aren't covered, however, so any attack coming from behind will hurt them as usual. While this defensive technique isn't available when paired with Animal Friends, being paired with them creates Parasol-related abilities, as follows:

Animal Friend	Appearance	Description
ChuChu		Kirby and ChuChu get inside an up-side-down parasol and spin forward, defeating enemies on contact.
Coo		Coo equips a Parasol and starts spinning rapidly, similar to the Tornado ability.
Kine		Kine turns to face upwards as a large parasol appears from his mouth, which guards him against attacks from above and slows his fall.
Nago		Kirby and Nago use a parasol as a pogo stick, bouncing around on it and defeated adversaries while the Y button is held.
Pitch		Using a parasol like a golf club, Kirby knocks Pitch away, causing him to bounce around like a ball and destroy enemies he touches. He returns to Kirby once he stops moving or the Y button is pressed; moving just right while he is doing so can cause him to orbit Kirby.
Rick		Rick balances a parasol on his nose and a ball-shaped Kirby on top of it, harming enemies above him.

Throughout Kirby's Dream Land 3, there are specific blocks which can be broken only with the Parasol ability. They are marked with the Parasol icon on them.

Kirby & The Amazing Mirror & Kirby: Squeak Squad

Kirby drifting aimlessly with his Parasol in a hub room in Kirby & The Amazing Mirror

Parasol returns in Kirby & The Amazing Mirror, unchanged from its appearance in Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land. It is once again acquired by swallowing an enemy Parasol.

In Kirby: Squeak Squad, an Ability Scroll can be collected for Parasol which allows Kirby to make his Parasol Shield bigger, turning it into the "Super Parasol Shield" (スーパーパラソルシールド), by firing small stars if he holds it for an extended time.

Kirby's Return to Dream Land / Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe

Parasol returns in Kirby's Return to Dream Land and its remake, Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe, where it first gained its modern move-set. It is provided by Parasol Waddle Dee and Parasol Waddle Doo.

Parasol moveset in Kirby's Return to Dream Land
Skill	Button Execution	Skill	Button Execution
Parasol Swing	1	Circus Throw	↑ or forward + 1 near an enemy
Parasol Shield	Press and hold 1	Parasol Drift	Activates while falling
Change Shield Direction	Backward during Parasol Shield	Underwater Parasol Drill	1 while swimming
Parasol Drill	Dash + 1	Surface Drill Spray	1 while floating on water's surface
Parasol Twirl	↓ + 1	Underwater Parasol Dive	↓ + 1 while swimming
Parasol Dive	↓ + 1 in midair

Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition

Parasol being used in its challenge room in New Challenge Stages.

In the Sub-Game New Challenge Stages, Parasol gains its own challenge room, accessible from Happiness Hall. It can also be used to race Magolor.

Kirby: Triple Deluxe, Kirby: Planet Robobot, & Kirby Star Allies

Parasol Kirby activating Chumbrella to solve a puzzle in Kirby Star Allies

Parasol returns in Kirby: Triple Deluxe, largely unchanged from its appearance in Kirby's Return to Dream Land, however it's been given one change in this game onwards. Specifically, the animation of Parasol Swing more closely resembles its animation from Kirby Super Star, granting it a hitbox behind Kirby after he winds back the parasol. In addition to its role in the main game, Parasol is a selectable ability in the Kirby Fighters Sub-Game.

In Kirby: Planet Robobot, Parasol can be combined with the Robobot Armor to produce the armor's Parasol Mode. This mode allows the suit to fly great distances using parasol-shaped rotors and dispel clouds of poison gas.

In Kirby Star Allies, Parasol can be used to imbue other abilities with the Splash Power Effect. It can also be used to activate Chumbrella, being one of the few Friend Abilities which does not require help from any friends. Parasol Waddle Dee acts as the Friend for the Parasol ability, and can use all of the same moves as Parasol Kirby.

Parasol moveset in Kirby: Triple Deluxe, Kirby: Planet Robobot, and Kirby Star Allies
Skill	Image	Button Execution
Parasol Swing		B
Parasol Shield		Press and hold B
Change Shield Direction		Backward during Parasol Shield
Parasol Drill		Dash + B
Parasol Twirl		↓ + B
Parasol Dive		↓ + B in midair
Circus Throw		↑ or forward + B near an enemy
Parasol Drift		Activates while falling
Underwater Parasol Drill		B while swimming
Surface Drill Spray		B while floating on water's surface
Underwater Parasol Dive		↓ + B while swimming

Kirby Fighters Deluxe and Kirby Fighters 2

Parasol appears in Kirby Fighters Deluxe and Kirby Fighters 2 as a selectable ability for Kirby, retaining its move-set from Kirby: Triple Deluxe, though lacking its underwater moves (due to there being no water in either game). In Kirby Fighters 2, it is unlocked after reaching Fighters Rank 31. Parasol Kirby also comes with a couple Rare Outfits: the first is the Paper Parasol, available in both games, and the second is the Sectonian Queen's Parasol, available only in Kirby Fighters 2.

For more precise competitive-oriented information on the Parasol ability in Kirby Fighters 2, see Mizuumi Wiki's page.

Parasol move-set in Kirby Fighters 2
Skill	Button Execution	Description	Damage (unmodified)
Parasol Swing	B	Kirby throws his parasol out ahead of him.	10 12 (to second foe hit)
Parasol Shield	Press and hold B	After a Parasol Swing, Kirby holds the parasol out in front to guard himself and twirls it around. Kirby remains in this position until B is released.	6 (initial hit) 3 (subsequent hits)
Change Shield Direction	Move ←/→ during Parasol Shield	During Parasol Shield, Kirby can change direction.	N/A
Parasol Drill	Dash + B	Kirby charges forward while holding his parasol in front of him, drilling into opponents and dragging them along.	28 (if all hits connect)
Parasol Twirl	↓ + B	Kirby jumps on his parasol and spins it downward on the ground.	28 (if all hits connect)
Parasol Dive	↓ + B in midair	Kirby dives diagonally downward while twirling his parasol beneath him.	20
Circus Throw	Either ↑/→ + B near an enemy	Kirby hoists his foe on top of his parasol then spins them around before tossing them away. The direction of the toss can be adjusted by inputting a direction.	20
Parasol Drift	Activates while falling	Kirby opens up his parasol and drifts slowly downward, gaining enhanced horizontal speed in the process.	N/A
Drift Stall	↓ while falling	Kirby can cancel his Parasol Drift to fall normally.	N/A

Kirby Battle Royale

“

Huh? Carrying a parasol on a nice day like this? I wanna see you pick up your opponents and swing them around!

”

— Knuckle Joe's comment in Kirby Battle Royale

Parasol is one of the selectable abilities in Kirby Battle Royale. Its moveset has been altered to account for the top-down perspective of many of the game modes. In Dedede's Cake Royale, Kirby must first acquire 150 League Points before he can use the ability.

Parasol Kirby has three alternate costumes in this game, those being the Bouncy Umbrella, the Paper Parasol, and the Fancy Umbrella.

Parasol moveset in Kirby Battle Royale
Skill	Button Execution	Skill	Button Execution
Parasol Swing	B	Parasol Drill	Hold/release B
Parasol Dive	B during jump	Circus Throw	Parasol Drill hit
Parasol Shield	Hold B	Parasol Spin	Y

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  The Bouncy Umbrella, as seen in Kirby Battle Royale

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  The Paper Parasol

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  The Fancy Umbrella

Kirby's Dream Buffet

Parasol does not appear as an ability in Kirby's Dream Buffet. However, Parasol Kirby does appear on two Character Treats; one depicting the Parasol Kirby from Kirby's Pinball Land, and another depicting his sprite in Kirby's Dream Land 3.

Super Smash Bros. series

Although the Parasol ability does not appear in the Super Smash Bros. series, an item version makes an appearance in Super Smash Bros. Melee, which functions in a similar manner when held by a fighter. This item also receives its own trophy in that game.

In Kirby: Right Back at Ya!

Parasol Artwork from Kirby: Right Back at Ya! Details First episode Cappy New Year Last episode D'Preciation Day Other episode(s) Escargoon Rules Obtained from Inhaling a parasol or a monster shaped like one Power(s) Floating, using a parasol as a weapon

“

He has copied Sasuke's abilities! He is Parasol Kirby!

”

— Meta Knight, in Cappy New Year

In Kirby: Right Back at Ya!, Parasol Kirby makes an appearance on three different occasions. In Cappy New Year, Kirby obtains this ability by inhaling Sasuke in order to safely make it back down to the ground after being launched by a firework rocket high into the sky. In Escargoon Rules, Kirby swallows several Drifters to gain the ability, then uses the parasol to beat back the remaining Drifters and punish King Dedede for initiating the battle. In D'Preciation Day, Kirby gains this ability by inhaling Buttercup's umbrella, then uses the parasol to defeat Chuckie. Parasol Kirby has all of the same skills he has in the games, though the watery aspects of the ability have been removed.

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  Parasol Kirby floating in front of fireworks

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  Parasol Kirby facing King Dedede and several Drifters

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  Parasol Kirby attacking King Dedede with Circus Throw

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  Parasol Kirby and King Dedede floating together

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  Parasol Kirby floating in front of more fireworks

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  Parasol Kirby defeating Chuckie with Parasol Drill

Profiles

Flavor text

Image	Game	Flavor text
	Kirby's Adventure	Pause caption Open your parasol and take a nice walk! Do you think this might have other uses, too? Demo reel Take a nice walk for a short break!
	Kirby's Dream Course	If you use Parasol when you have a grounder, Kirby gradually slows down. Be sure to plan ahead! When you have a fly shot, use Parasol while coming down and control Kirby's path with the Control Pad.
	Kirby Super Star	Protect Kirby from enemies above! Splash, drill, or toss your enemies to the sky! A lot of possibilities with the Parasol.
	Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land & Kirby & The Amazing Mirror & Kirby: Squeak Squad	The sun shines on this Parasol of mine. Where I walk, enemies balk, and I float gently down...
	Kirby Super Star Ultra	Guard against falling objects! Twirl to attack or just drift. Or do a parasol throw!
	Kirby's Return to Dream Land	Block falling objects. Fill your parasol with wind, and go for a stroll through the sky. The best comes last! That's right: Circus Throw!
	Kirby: Triple Deluxe	Guard against falling objects, or take a floaty stroll through the air. You can also spray water to attack enemies or put out fires. For your grand finale, use a Circus Throw!
	Kirby: Planet Robobot	Guard against falling objects, or take a floaty stroll through the air. You can also spray water to attack enemies or put out fires.
	Kirby Battle Royale	Defend and attack when the time is right! It may look cute, but it's an expert ability.
	Kirby Star Allies	Shake the water off it to attack with a splash or enjoy a floaty flight through the sky. Open it with ↑ to protect you and your friends from deluges and waterfalls. Is there anything chummier than sharing an umbrella?
	Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe	Block falling objects. Fill your parasol with wind, and go for a stroll through the sky. The best comes last! That's right—Circus Throw!

Super Smash Bros. Melee trophy

Name	Image	Game	Description
Parasol		Kirby's Dream Land	The Parasol, which was originally used by Kirby, can be used as a weapon to bludgeon enemies. Even better is that fact that players can open it while airborne and lazily float back toward the safe ground. It's incredibly useful in returning to the field of play after an opponent gets the better of you and sends you flying.

Kirby's Dream Course manual

• "This lets you control how fast Kirby falls using the +Control Pad. The parasol acts as a brake to slow down Kirby's fall."

Gallery

Main article: Parasol/gallery

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  Artwork from Kirby's Adventure

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  Icon from Kirby's Dream Course

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  Artwork from Kirby's Dream Land 2 (Parasol + Rick)

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  Artwork from Kirby Super Star

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  Artwork from Kirby's Dream Land 3 (Parasol + Coo)

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  Sprite from Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land / Kirby & The Amazing Mirror

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  Artwork from Kirby Super Star Ultra

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  Artwork from Kirby's Return to Dream Land

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  Ability Star from Kirby Star Allies

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  Artwork used for PUPUPU FRIENDS merchandise series

Names in other languages

Language	Name	Meaning
Japanese	パラソル Parasoru	Parasol
Traditional Chinese	陽傘 yáng sǎn	Parasol
Simplified Chinese	阳伞 yáng sǎn
Dutch	Parasol	-
French	Parasol	-
German	Schirm	Parasol / Umbrella
Italian	Parasole	Parasol
Korean	파라솔 Parasol	Parasol
Polish	Parasol	-
Brazilian Portuguese	Sombrinha Guarda-sol	Parasol
European Portuguese	Guarda-sol	Parasol
Spanish	Sombrilla	Parasol