Editing Palutena's Guidance

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[[File:Pit Smash Taunt.png|thumb|350px|Pit and Palutena discussing Shulk.]] '''Palutena's Guidance''' is Pit's [[Smash Taunt]] performed on [[Palutena's Temple]]. When it is activated, a conversation is initiated about the opponent Pit is facing, in the same fashion as {{SSBB|Snake}}'s [[Snake's Smash Taunt|Codec conversations]] in ''[[Brawl]]''. In these conversations, Pit and Palutena discuss one random fighter in the match. The Smash Taunt can be activated by selecting Pit, and any time during the match, should the player quickly tap the button which activates his [[Taunt|Down Taunt]]. As long as he isn't attacked during five seconds of his animation, a conversation will appear. This can only be done once every match.

Pit's Smash Taunt references various conversations that he could have with Palutena throughout ''Kid Icarus Uprising''; in addition to reusing the same artwork for the conversation boxes, the conversations feature a light-hearted, comical tone from the game, complete with occasional points where the two break the fourth wall.

* Pit, Dark Pit: Antony Del Rio (English), Minami Takayama (Japanese)

* Palutena: Brandy Kopp (English), Aya Hisakawa (Japanese)

* Viridi: Hynden Walch (English), Makiko Ohmoto (Japanese)

*Chrom: Matthew Mercer (English), Tomokazu Sugita (Japanese)

==Conversations==

:'''Viridi:''' Or, you know, [[mariowiki:Mario Golf|playing golf]] or [[mariowiki:Mario Kart|racing a go-kart]].

:'''Viridi:''' When {{SSB4|Mario}} first fought Bowser, I hear he had to use an [[mariowiki:Ax|axe]] to chop down a rope bridge and drop the big guy.

:'''Viridi:''' Yes. He's the heir to the Koopa throne.

:'''Palutena:''' I wonder if his [[Bowser (SSB4)|father]] bought him that Junior Clown Car. It's decked out with all sorts of bells and whistles.

:'''Viridi:''' ...Needless to say, the Junior Clown Car is one tricky vehicle.

:'''Palutena:''' That's one of the Koopalings, <name of Koopaling>.

:'''Viridi:''' The relationship between Bowser and the Koopalings is a real mystery.

:'''Pit:''' I feel kinda bad for them.

Note: Viridi's remarks about the mysterious relationship between Bowser and the Koopalings refers to Nintendo's changing stance on the characters. The Koopalings were initially referred to as Bowser's children in ''Super Mario Bros. 3'', but this background was later discarded and the Koopalings are currently classified as captains of his army.

:'''Pit:''' Good thing that's not the case. I'd be no match for an F-Zero machine or an [[Arwing]].

:'''Pit:''' Those wings might be majestic to look at, but they don't help much in the flying or gliding department.

:'''Palutena:''' Now where did you disappear to after the fight with {{s|icaruspedia|Hades}}?

:'''Viridi:''' Just because we fought together once doesn't mean we're all buddy-buddy now. In fact, the {{s|icaruspedia|Lightning Chariot}} and [[Phosphora]] are also both under my command. The battle isn't over yet!

 

:'''Pit:''' Looks like it's me vs DK.

:'''Viridi:''' Yeah, you wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of one of his [[Giant Punch]]es or smash attacks! When he attacks you, don't use your [[shield]]. Just get out of the way, and then counterattack.

:'''Palutena:''' Let's take things one step at a time, Pit. These two may seem like a duo, but they're actually a trio! Together, they're known as "Duck Hunt."

:'''Pit:''' So where's the third team member?

:'''Palutena:''' Listen, just be careful. You could get shot out of nowhere.

:'''Pit:''' Falco Lombardi! Ace pilot on the Star Fox team! Great Jumper!

:'''Palutena:''' ...Exactly. {{SSB4|Captain Falcon}}'s already got the falcon motif. Falco looks more like a pheasant to me.

:'''Palutena:''' Falco used to be the leader of a galactic gang, so you can expect him to be good in a fight.  

:'''Palutena:''' Watch out for long-range attacks like his [[Reflector]] shot and [[Blaster]].

:'''Palutena:''' Fox McCloud is the leader of the mercenary flight team Star Fox. His trademark is incredible speed.

:'''Pit:''' It's about time you showed up, Fox!

:'''Viridi:''' That was a terrible [[General Pepper]], Pit.

:'''Pit:''' Everybody, stay alert!

:'''Pit:''' Sorry—I'm back. OK, I'll just reflect his shots with my [[Guardian Orbitars]]!

:'''Pit:''' DO A BARREL ROLL!

:'''Palutena:''' Greninja creates throwing stars out of compressed water and unleashes them at high speed. This attack is called [[Water Shuriken]]. If Greninja starts to charge its Water Shuriken, be prepared to reflect it back!

:'''Palutena:''' He's a heavyweight and has the ability to fly. And his hammer attack is no joke. But every fighter has a weakness. For example, when King Dedede throws a spiky Gordo, you can hit it right back at him. If you can eliminate him by reflecting the Gordo, that will count as your KO.

:'''Viridi:''' Oh, that part's easy. Just keep whaling on him. Then we'll see who's stronger: that little puffball... or Kirby!

Note: This conversation references the fact that both ''[[Kid Icarus]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'' were released in 1986 in Japan. Pit's confusion with Viridi's remarks references ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'', where the character openly dislikes the human species due to them often destroying the ecosystems around them.

:'''Viridi:''' He has a [[Power Meter|power meter]] that, once full, lets him unleash a lethal attack.

:'''Pit:''' That lady's moves are [[clone|awfully similar]] to [[Marth]]'s.

Note: While Viridi's inflection in her last line suggests sarcasm, Lucina does not have a deep sense of humour within ''Fire Emblem: Awakening''; her profile states that she is "the least likely to get a joke", and in some of her support conversations, others often make remarks of her stern personality, such as {{s|fireemblemwiki|Inigo}} referring to her as [http://serenesforest.net/wiki/index.php/Awakening_Supports/Lucina_Inigo "so darn grim"] and {{s|fireemblemwiki|Cynthia}} saying she needs to [http://serenesforest.net/wiki/index.php/Awakening_Supports/Lucina_Cynthia  "loosen up".]

Note: This conversation references The Year of Luigi, a promotional advertising campaign where Nintendo celebrated Luigi's 30th anniversary since his debut in ''[[Mario_(universe)#Mario_Bros.|Mario Bros.]]''.

Additionally, the earlier half of this taunt bears a striking similarity to that of Snake's Codec message of Mario in the previous game.

:'''Viridi:''' I hope he busts out his Mega Buster!

:'''Pit:''' I wanna see his Charge Shot!

:'''Palutena:''' Flame Blast!

:'''Viridi:''' Spark Shock!

:'''Pit:''' Air Shooter!

:'''Viridi:''' Slash Claw!

:'''Pit:''' Flame Sword!

:'''Palutena, Pit and Viridi:''' HARD KNUCKLE!

:'''Viridi:''' Maybe. And maybe he has Kirby's [[Copy ability (SSB4)|Copy Ability]] as well.

:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, be careful of his quick blade and his [[Mach Tornado|spinning]] [[Drill Rush|attacks]].

:'''Palutena:''' They don't have a lot of power, so use your shield until you see an opening.

:'''Viridi:''' Listen to Mr. Tough Guy here! That's pretty presumptuous that this fight's already in the bag!

:'''Palutena:''' But Viridi's right. You can't underestimate this foe. The Mii Brawler is far from being "unarmed." Those fists are weapons in and of themselves. They pack a real punch, so you could watch out for even straightforward moves like the side smash.

:'''Pit:''' Ok. Ok. No talking trash about any of my opponents. At least not until after the fight!

:'''Pit:''' So the stance they take when firing tells me where they're aiming.

Note: Viridi's last line is a reference to the Wii Remote and to how the Wii console was originally named "Revolution".

:'''Viridi:''' Watch out for number nine. Pit.

Note: Pit references the Shadow Bugs from ''Brawl''{{'}}s Subspace Emissary as a nod to Mr. Game & Watch's role in the mode; according to [[Masahiro Sakurai]], the Shadow Bugs are a mysterious substance that can be extracted from Mr. Game & Watch, which allowed Tabuu to create a majority of the members of the Subspace Army. Viridi falsely claims that a number nine Judge attack is a one-hit KO. However, it only KOs at higher percents.

==={{SSB4|Olimar}}===

Note: The conversations about Olimar and [[Alph]] are identical, hence Pit not referring to them by name. Alph is the only alternate character (that isn't a simple gender swap) whose Guidance conversation isn't different from the main character's.

Note: Palutena's talk about Pit's wings is an allusion to Chapter 2 in ''[[Kid_Icarus_(universe)|Kid Icarus Uprising]]'', in which Palutena speculates on the tastiness of barbecued angel wings while he flies through high-temperature area.

Note: Pit saying that he has fought Palutena before references Chapter 20 of ''Kid Icarus Uprising'', where he is tasked with defeating Palutena after she is possessed by the {{s|icaruspedia|Chaos Kin}}. The ending of the conversation references not only Pit's Smash Taunt, but also Palutena's role in ''Brawl''; as part of Pit's previous Final Smash, [[Palutena's Army]], Palutena would summon multiple centurions to attack Pit's opponents.

:'''Palutena:''' I don't know about that. It seems like [[Vegetable|tossing vegetables]] is more her idea of fun. She'll pelt you with them the entire match if you don't watch it. But she can't reload when she's [[jumping]], so keep your eye on what she's up to.

:'''Pit:''' It's a Pokémon!

:'''Viridi:''' Actually, that Pokémon is called a Pikachu. Pikachu evolves from [[Pichu]]. And when a Pikachu is fully evolved, it becomes a Raichu."

:'''Pit:''' I hate to interrupt your musings on Pokémon, but I could really use some Smash Bros. help right about now!

:'''Palutena:''' Oh, right. I forgot where we were. OK, here's a tip: dodge Pikachu's [[Thunder]], and then counterattack.

:'''Paultena:''' That doesn't exactly roll off the tongue...

Note: Pit pronounces R.O.B. as three separate letters, unlike how Palutena and the [[Announcer]] pronounce it as a full name. Pit's nickname for R.O.B., "Mr. HVC-012", is a reference to the product number of R.O.B. in Japan.

[[File:pitsdowntauntchrom.PNG|right|thumb|Chrom's appearance in the conversation about Robin.]]

:'''Chrom:''' Robin is a skilled strategist and master of both the Levin Sword and magic. Certainly more useful than a simple swordsman like myself.

Note: Contrary to what Palutena says, Chrom actually can learn Aether in ''Fire Emblem: Awakening'', as part of his basic skill set as a {{s|fireemblemwiki|Great Lord}}; however, the animation does does not include a vertical jump like Ike's, explaining the quote. Viridi's remarks about Chrom being similar to Ike also reference the reason for Chrom's exclusion from the game; after the reveal of Lucina and Robin as a playable characters, [[Masahiro Sakurai]] stated that Chrom was ultimately not included as a playable character because he believed the sword-wielding character would end up being too similar to either Marth or Ike.

:'''Viridi:''' Yes, she's the keeper of the {{s|mariowiki|Comet Observatory}} and mother of the [[Luma]]s.

Note: This conversation references confusion that sometimes occurs amongst players who are unused to the backstories of various video game characters, particularly with [http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/link-zelda-confusion-what-if-zelda-was-a-girl some referring to Link as Zelda]. Viridi's remark of how Pit's name is not "Icarus" could also reference the television show {{s|wikipedia|Captain N: The Game Master}}, where Pit was referred to as "Kid Icarus".

:'''Palutena:''' That's the Monado, the sword that defeated the Mechonis.

:'''Pit:''' Makes us look like a buncha jokers.

:'''Palutena:''' The Monado can change Shulk's strengths and weaknesses. For example, it might increase his jumping ability while decreasing his defense.

:'''Pit:''' So for every strength he gains, he also gains a weakness.

:'''Pit:''' Let's not lose our heads, though!

Note: Pit's unfamiliarity with Shulk references how the ''[[Xenoblade (universe)|Xenoblade]]'' series was the newest game universe to be introduced to ''Smash 4'' (and the fact that his universe was completely absent from ''Brawl'' due to not being released until over two years later); it could also reference how ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'' was released before ''Xenoblade Chronicles'' in North America. Also, Pit's lines reference some of Reyn's battle quotes from ''Xenoblade Chronicles''.

:'''Palutena:''' Just keep your cool and don't lose focus. You can stop Spin Attacks using your Orbitars or Bow.

:'''Palutena:''' It's probably because he looks like he jumped [[wikipedia:Cel shading|out of a cartoon]].

:'''Viridi:''' Snap out of it, Pit! You have a fight to focus on. Here's the deal: Toon Link is quick but lighter than Regular Link.

:'''Palutena:''' That's to be expected. For his [[Final Smash]], he munches {{s|mariowiki|Nasty Garlic}} and transforms into his super-antihero alter ego...[[Wario-Man]]!

Note: The Wii Fit Trainer is the only character with an alternate costume that changes that character's gender whose Guidance conversation for said alternate costume is unique.

:'''Viridi:''' Let me get this straight. Yoshi lays eggs, but he's actually male?

Note: This conversation is similar to Snake's Codec when performed on Yoshi as in both conversations the characters in the conversation question on how Yoshi lays eggs even if it is male.

:'''Palutena:''' I could do something similar, I'm sure. But it's pretty dark magic Now, what part of you should I use to make your Phantom?

:'''Palutena:''' Anyway, Zero Suit Samus is a difficult target to hit. Keep your attack sure and ready.