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{{Infobox Special Move
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'''F.L.U.D.D.''' ({{ja|ポンプ|Ponpu}}, ''Pump'') is [[Mario]]'s [[down special move]] since ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', replacing [[Mario Tornado]].
[[File:FLUDD.jpg|thumb|F.L.U.D.D. on Mario's back in ''Brawl''.]]
'''F.L.U.D.D.''' ({{ja|ポンプ|Ponpu}}, ''Pump''), short for '''F'''lash '''L'''iquidizer '''U'''ltra '''D'''ousing '''D'''evice, is [[Mario]]'s [[down special move]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. The move involves Mario taking out F.L.U.D.D. and charging it up for about a second and a half.  


==Overview==
This is an auto-[[charge]] special; so thus, pressing the special move button again while charging, or using the move after being fully charged, results in F.L.U.D.D. firing twelve globs of water a distance dependent on the charge, Like other such auto-charge moves, pressing a shield button while charging will cancel and save the charge as well as tilting left or right will make him roll with the same cancel effect (shielding/grabbing while charging in the air would instead cancel it with an air dodge), while getting hit during charging period will lose said charge.  
[[File:FLUDD.jpg|thumb|left|F.L.U.D.D. on Mario's back in ''Brawl''.]]
F.L.U.D.D. is an auto-[[charge]] special; thus, pressing the special move button again while charging, or using the move after being fully charged, results in F.L.U.D.D. firing twelve globs of water a distance-dependent on the charge, Like other such auto-charge moves, pressing a shield button while charging will cancel and save the charge, and tilting left or right will make him roll with the same cancel effect (shielding/grabbing while charging in the air would instead cancel it with an air dodge), while getting hit during charging period will lose said charge.


The attack does not deal any damage, instead simply pushing opponents based on the charge level. The water spray can be aimed vertically with the control stick. Should Mario use the move, he will be pushed backward. This can aid horizontal recovery in midair.
The attack does not deal any damage, instead simply pushing opponents based on the charge level. The water spray can be aimed vertically with the control stick. Should Mario use the move in the air, he will be pushed backwards.


In most situations, being pushed by F.L.U.D.D. is merely a nuisance, not doing much but forcing combatants apart. When used judiciously, however, F.L.U.D.D. can be highly effective. Opponents that are attacking will [[clang]] with each segment of the water stream, trapping them in significant [[freeze frame]]s and possibly allowing Mario to approach. More notable is the move's power at [[gimp]]ing - as it deals no damage and doesn't cause the opponent to [[flinch]], it can push opponents away from the stage during their recovery without giving them another chance to use it, often not only further distancing them from the stage but providing momentum in the wrong direction.
In most situations, being pushed by F.L.U.D.D. is merely a nuisance, not doing much but forcing combatants apart. When used judiciously, however, F.L.U.D.D. can be highly effective. Opponents that are attacking will [[clang]] with each segment of the water stream, trapping them in significant [[freeze frame]]s and possibly allowing Mario to approach. More notable is the move's power at [[gimp]]ing - as it deals no damage and doesn't cause the opponent to [[flinch]], it can push opponents away from the stage during their recovery without giving them another chance to use it, often not only further distancing them from the stage but providing momentum in the wrong direction.


While the move does no damage, it is still a [[Water]]-effect move in ''Brawl'', and as such it deals [[Type effectiveness|extra knockback]] to {{SSBB|Charizard}} and less to {{SSBB|Ivysaur}}.
While the move does no damage, it is still a [[Water]]-effect move, and as such it deals [[Type effectiveness|extra knockback]] to {{SSBB|Charizard}} and less to {{SSBB|Ivysaur}} in ''Brawl''.


It was noted on the [[Dojo]] that this move can be charged while shielding; however, this is not true, as shielding merely saves the current charge.
It was noted on the [[Dojo]] that this move can be charged while shielding; however this is not true, as shielding merely saves the current charge.


With increased push force and range added to F.L.U.D.D. in ''Smash 4'', Mario has a much easier time setting up his opponents to be Caped while they are still off stage. The term "FLUping" was coined by Brawl Karter to describe using the moves in tandem (F.L.U.D.D. to Cape) and denying the opponent the ability to safely recover back to the ledge/stage. When angled down, water is shot at a slightly higher trajectory (16° → 18°), but this leaves a very minimal impact on the move as a whole.
With increased push back added to F.L.U.D.D. in Smash 4, Mario has a much easier time setting up his opponents to be Caped while they are still off stage. The term "FLUping" was coined by Brawl Karter to describe using the moves in tandem (F.L.U.D.D. to Cape) and denying the opponent the ability to safely recover back to the ledge/stage.


In ''Ultimate'', the move received a variety of buffs granting it even greater potency than previously, most notably further improved range and the universal ability to jump-cancel auto-charge specials.
==[[Customization]]==
 
Special Move customization was added in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. These are the known variations:
Aesthetically, if Mario activates F.L.U.D.D., it lingers on his back for a while before disappearing, even if Mario gets [[Star KO]]'d or [[Screen KO]]'d. This feature is not present in ''Smash 4'' onward.
# '''Scalding F.L.U.D.D''': F.L.U.D.D has significantly less range, but its water spray charges faster and does [[Flame|fire]] damage instead of [[push]]ing opponents while keeping them immobile for the duration of the move. Does 8% damage if all hits connect.
 
# '''High-Pressure F.L.U.D.D''': F.L.U.D.D has a stronger push with longer range, but takes longer to charge and it pushes Mario back some distance (about over a third of {{SSB4|Battlefield}}). However, this pushback is significantly reduced if the move is used in the air.
===Aqua jump===
An aqua jump occurs when Mario's F.L.U.D.D. or Squirtle's [[Water Gun]] hits any jumping character just before they begin to lose momentum. This causes the jump to rapidly speed up and double in height. It is technically not so much of a technique as a misuse of the two aforementioned moves.
 
==Customization==
Special Move customization is available in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. These are the variations:
{{CustomSet|Mario|Down|name1=F.L.U.D.D.|desc1=Blasts opponents with water. It can be charged and aimed at an angle.|name2=Scalding F.L.U.D.D.|desc2=Shoots hot water a short distance. Burns opponents on contact.|name3=High-Pressure F.L.U.D.D.|desc3=Takes a while to fully charge, but blasts opponents with torrents of water.}}
# '''F.L.U.D.D.''': Default.
# '''Scalding F.L.U.D.D.''': An offensive variant of the move. The spray has significantly less range, but it charges faster and does [[Flame|fire]] damage instead of [[push]]ing opponents while keeping them immobile for the duration of the move. Does 9% damage if all hits connect, regardless of charge, although fully charging the move increases its range. Does not kill until extreme percentages, but can lead to follow-ups. The move does not push Mario back as far, making it more punishable and worse for recovery. {{Main|Mario (SSB4)/Down special/Custom 1}}
# '''High-Pressure F.L.U.D.D.''': The push effect of the water is drastically stronger than the default, so much so that when uncharged, it is the same strength as the default move fully charged. At lower charge levels it has less range than the default, but fully charging the move gives it slightly more range than the default. In return, it takes nearly twice as long to fully charge and has roughly triple the recoil distance on the ground, as well as slightly more recoil in the air. Mario will aim the nozzle slightly downwards by default instead of straight ahead. {{Main|Mario (SSB4)/Down special/Custom 2}}


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High Pressure FLUDD.jpg|Mario using the High-Pressure F.L.U.D.D in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS''
High Pressure FLUDD.jpg|Mario using the High-Pressure F.L.U.D.D in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS''
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==Instructional quotes==
{{InstructionalQuotes
|ssbbchar=Mario
|ssbbdesc=Press B once to prime, then again to shoot [[water]] that pushes foes (no damage).
|ssb4-3char=Mario
|ssb4-3desc=Shoot water to push opponents back.
|ssbuchar=Mario
|ssbudesc=Blasts opponents with water. Can charge and aim at an angle.
}}


==Origin==
==Origin==
[[File:FLUDD Sunshine art.png|thumb|150px|Artwork of F.L.U.D.D. in ''Super Mario Sunshine''.]]
F.L.U.D.D. originally appeared in ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Sunshine}}'' for the [[Nintendo]] [[GameCube]]. Mario encounters the device at the beginning of his vacation to {{s|mariowiki|Isle Delfino}}. It introduces itself and Mario equips it, and it comes in handy when he is forced to clean up the [[supermariowiki:Graffiti|pollution]] on Isle Delfino. Although its main use is to wash away poisonous goo, F.L.U.D.D. doubles as a weapon and can be used to push small enemies away or stun them. If the water tank emptied, Mario is required to refill it in the nearest source of water. In ''[[Brawl]]'', F.L.U.D.D. uses the secondary purpose from ''SMS'' as a defensive measure against opponents. Unlike ''Sunshine'', Mario can fill his tank with water anywhere.
F.L.U.D.D., short for '''F'''lash '''L'''iquidizer '''U'''ltra '''D'''ousing '''D'''evice,  made its debut as a character and Mario's companion in ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Sunshine}}''. It is an artificially intelligent water pack created by {{s|mariowiki|Professor Elvin Gadd}} equipped with a water tank, two handles, and a yellow nozzle, from which it can communicate through.  


At the beginning of his vacation on {{s|mariowiki|Isle Delfino}}, Mario encounters F.L.U.D.D. on the Delfino Airstrip after the plane that he, [[Princess Peach]], {{s|mariowiki|Toadsworth}}, and other accompanying [[Toad]]s were on makes a rough landing as the runway was blocked by a large [[supermariowiki:Graffiti|graffiti]] made of a strange, paint-like goop. After Mario washes away the goop and defeats the {{s|mariowiki|Gatekeeper}}, Mario and F.L.U.D.D. collect a {{s|mariowiki|Shine Sprite}}, but are wrongly arrested by two {{s|mariowiki|Pianta}} police officers and found guilty of polluting Isle Delfino with the graffiti which subsequently scattered the Shine Sprites. It is later revealed that the true culprit was [[Shadow Mario]], the shadowy counterpart of Mario who was actually [[Bowser Jr.]] in disguise who framed Mario to kidnap Princess Peach.
==Aqua Jump==
 
An aqua jump occurs when Mario's F.L.U.D.D. or Squirtle's [[Water Gun]] hits any jumping character just before they begin to lose momentum. This causes the jump to rapidly speed up and double in height. It is technically not so much of a technique as a misuse of the two aforementioned moves.
After clearing the seventh episode of each area on Isle Delfino, [[Delfino Plaza]] is flooded by a surge of water from the base of {{s|mariowiki|Corona Mountain}} where [[Bowser]], and Bowser Jr. are relaxing in a hot tub at the top of the volcano, where Peach is with them. Mario and F.L.U.D.D. destroy the supporting platforms around the hot tub, leading for everyone present to plummet from the volcano. Mario and Peach land on an island just outside of Delfino Plaza, but F.L.U.D.D. was damaged by the fall and shuts down. Later, F.L.U.D.D. is repaired and carried to Mario and Peach by two Toads.


As Mario's main companion and equipment, F.L.U.D.D. is primarily used to shoot water from its nozzle. It can be used to wash away the goop, push away smaller enemies, and/or stun them momentarily. If the water tank is emptied, Mario is required to refill it using the nearest source of water, though in ''Smash'' a water source isn't needed.
==Trophy Description==
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===''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''===
[[File:Fludd trophy.jpg|100px|thumb|left|Trophy in ''Brawl'']]
;F.L.U.D.D.
:''A multifunction water cannon invented by Professor Elvin Gadd that Mario totes like a backpack. Since F.L.U.D.D. is able to converse with Mario, it's believed to be equipped with some kind of artificial intelligence. With special nozzles, F.L.U.D.D. can be used like a jet pack to reach high places or for high-speed swimming.''
:{{Trophy games|console1=GCN|game1=Super Mario Sunshine (08/2002)}}
{{clear}}
===''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''===
[[File:FLUDDTrophyWiiU.png|100px|thumb|left|Trophy in ''for Wii U'']]
;F.L.U.D.D.
:{{Flag|ntsc}} ''When Mario straps this fine accessory to his back, he takes to it like a fish to water! He can use F.L.U.D.D.'s high-powered water jets to blast himself high into the air or do a high-speed dash... Oh yeah, and he can defeat enemies and wash away graffiti. The built-in tutorial function makes anyone a pro F.L.U.D.D. user in just minutes!''
:{{Flag|pal}} ''When Mario straps this fine accessory to his back, he takes to it like a fish to water! He can use F.L.U.D.D.'s high-powered water jets to blast himself way up high or do a super high-speed dash - not to mention defeat enemies and wash away graffiti. Afraid it'll be hard to use? No worries - it has a tutorial function, too!''
:{{Trophy games|console1=GCN|game1=Super Mario Sunshine (08/2002)}}
{{clear}}


==Trophies==
==''[[Brawl]]'' Manual description==
===In ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''===
{{Trophy
|name=F.L.U.D.D.
|image=FLUDD Trophy Brawl.png
|desc=A multifunction water cannon invented by Professor Elvin Gadd that Mario totes like a backpack. Since F.L.U.D.D. is able to converse with Mario, it's believed to be equipped with some kind of artificial intelligence. With special nozzles, F.L.U.D.D. can be used like a jet pack to reach high places or for high-speed swimming.
|gamelist={{Trophy games|console1=GCN|game1=Super Mario Sunshine}}
|game=Brawl
}}
{{clrl}}


===In ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''===
''"Press B once to prime, then again to shoot [[water]] that pushes foes (no damage)."''
{{Trophy
|name=F.L.U.D.D.
|image=FLUDDTrophyWiiU.png
|desc-ntsc=When Mario straps this fine accessory to his back, he takes to it like a fish to water! He can use F.L.U.D.D.'s high-powered water jets to blast himself high into the air or do a high-speed dash... Oh yeah, and he can defeat enemies and wash away graffiti. The built-in tutorial function makes anyone a pro F.L.U.D.D. user in just minutes!
|desc-pal=When Mario straps this fine accessory to his back, he takes to it like a fish to water! He can use F.L.U.D.D.'s high-powered water jets to blast himself way up high or do a super high-speed dash – not to mention defeat enemies and wash away graffiti. Afraid it'll be hard to use? No worries – it has a tutorial function, too!
|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=GCN|game1=Super Mario Sunshine|release1=08/2002}}
|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=GCN|game1=Super Mario Sunshine|release1=10/2002}}
|game=ssb4-wiiu
}}
{{clrl}}


==Spirit==
=={{for3ds}} foldout description==
F.L.U.D.D. appears in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'' as an Advanced-class [[support spirit]]. It can only be [[Shopping|purchased]] at [[Master Spirit|Timmy & Tommy's]].


{|class="wikitable"
''"Shoot water to push opponents back."''
! No. !! Image !! Name !! Type !! Class !! Cost !! Ability !! Series
|-
| 68 || {{SpiritTableName|F.L.U.D.D.}} || {{SpiritType|Support}} || ★★ || 2 || Sticky-Floor Immunity || ''Super Mario'' Series
|}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery widths=250x250>File:FLUDD spray.PNG|Official artwork of Mario and F.L.U.D.D. from ''Super Mario Sunshine''.
FLUDD origin artwork.png|Origin artwork of Mario and F.L.U.D.D. from ''Super Mario Sunshine''.
Using_FLUDD.jpg|Mario launches water at Luigi on Delfino Plaza.
Using_FLUDD.jpg|Mario launches water at Luigi on Delfino Plaza.
MarioFLUDD and Charizard.png|Mario fires the F.L.U.D.D. at [[Charizard]].
MarioFLUDD and Charizard.png|Mario fires the F.L.U.D.D. at [[Charizard]].
SSB4 - 3DS FLUDD.png|F.L.U.D.D. in {{for3ds}}.
SSB4 - 3DS FLUDD.png|F.L.U.D.D. in {{for3ds}}.
SSB4 - Gravitational Pull 01.gif|Mario using F.L.U.D.D. (deflected by [[Rosalina & Luma (SSB4)|Rosalina]]'s [[Gravitational Pull]]) in {{forwiiu}}.
Mario SSBU Skill Preview Down Special.png|F.L.U.D.D. as shown in the Move List in ''Ultimate''.
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</gallery>


==Names in other languages==
==Trivia==
{{langtable
*In ''Super Mario Sunshine'', F.L.U.D.D. is used while above and behind Mario's head. In ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'' and ''Super Smash Bros. 4'', it is shown being used next to his right ear.
|ja={{ja|ポンプ|Ponpu}}, ''Pump''
*If paused at the right time, when F.L.U.D.D. has just finished charging, the player can see a small pulse of water move outwards from Mario.
|en=F.L.U.D.D.
**If paused exactly when F.L.U.D.D. is activated from [[wikipedia:Hammerspace|hammerspace]], the player can sometimes see it without the belt on Mario.
|fr=J.E.T.
*F.L.U.D.D. is one of two auto-charging down specials in ''Smash'', the other being [[R.O.B.]]'s [[Gyro]].
|frM=''Jerrycan Expérimental Transformable''
**Both were introduced in ''Brawl''.
|de=Dreckweg 08/17
*This is the only move based off of an invention by E. Gadd that isn't a Final Smash.
|it=SPLAC 3000
|itM=''Sistema Propulsivo di Lancio Idrico Combinato''
|es_es=A.C.U.A.C.
|es_esM=''Aparato de Chorro Ultra-Atómico Combinado''
|es_la=F.L.U.D.D.
|es_laM=''Fuente de Líquido Ultra-Dispersante Direccionable''
|zh={{rollover|水泵|Shuǐbèng|?}}
|ko={{rollover|펌프|Peompeu|?}}, ''Pump''
|nl=F.L.U.D.D.
|ru={{rollover|ЛИВВ|LIVV|?}}
}}


==Trivia==
{{Special Moves|char=Mario}}
*In ''Super Mario Sunshine'', F.L.U.D.D. is used while above and behind Mario's head. In ''Smash'', it is shown being used next to his head, with Mario grabbing the nozzle.
*If paused at the right time, when F.L.U.D.D. has just finished charging, the player can see a small pulse of water move outwards from Mario. If paused exactly when F.L.U.D.D. is generated, the player can sometimes see it without the belt on Mario.
*F.L.U.D.D. is one of three auto-charging down specials in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series, the others being [[R.O.B.]]'s [[Gyro]] and [[Cloud]]'s [[Limit Charge]].


==Technical details==
*[[Mario (SSBB)/Down special]]
*[[Mario (SSB4)/Down special]]
*[[Mario (SSBU)/Down special]]


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