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==Overview==
==Overview==
The Metal Box transforms the player's fighter who [[grab]]s it or attacks it into a [[Metal]] fighter. When used by [[Rosalina]] in ''[[Smash 4]]'' and ''[[Ultimate]]'', her [[Luma]] also transforms into metal. When used by [[Olimar]]/[[Alph]], however, his {{b|Pikmin|species}} are not affected. In addition, only one of the [[Ice Climbers]] can use only one Metal Box, and only one can turn into metal. Finally, controllable [[FInal Smash]]es in ''[[Brawl]]'' and ''Smash 4'' such as [[Giga Bowser]], [[Wario-Man]], [[Mega Lucario]], and [[Giga Mac]] are not affected by grabbing/attacking Metal Boxes.
[[File:Metal Box Melee.png|thumb|200px|The Metal Box in ''Melee''.]]
===As an [[item]]===
The Metal Box debuted as a transforming item in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''.
 
The Metal Box transforms the player's fighter who breaks it into a [[Metal]] fighter. Metal fighters make different metallic sounds while walking, running, and landing, depending on their weight for the most part. All lightweight fighters except {{SSBM|Zelda}}, {{SSBM|Mr. Game & Watch}}, {{SSBM|Mewtwo}} and the {{SSBM|Ice Climbers}} make a faint "tinging" sound; all middleweight fighters make a standard "clanking" sound; and all heavyweight fighters except {{SSBM|Samus}}, {{SSBM|Yoshi}}, {{SSBM|Ganondorf}}, and {{SSBM|Link}} make a much more noticeable "crunching" sound. Most of the aforementioned exceptional characters make the standard middleweight sound in spite of their weight. Mewtwo doesn't make any sounds, even when landing, and Mr. Game & Watch's footsteps and landing sounds are always electronic beep noises.
 
When used by [[Rosalina]] in ''[[Smash 4]]'' and ''[[Ultimate]]'', her [[Luma]] also transforms into metal. When used by [[Olimar]]/[[Alph]], however, his {{b|Pikmin|species}} are not affected. In addition, only one of the [[Ice Climbers]] can use only one Metal Box and can turn into metal. Finally, controllable [[Final Smash]]es in ''[[Brawl]]'' and ''Smash 4'' such as [[Giga Bowser]], [[Wario-Man]], [[Mega Lucario]], and [[Giga Mac]] are not affected by breaking Metal Boxes.
 
In ''Melee'', if the Metal Box is broken by disjointed attacks like {{SSBM|Pikachu}}'s forward smash or any attack from a sword-wielding character, they will still transform them into a Metal fighter. Interestingly, [[Ness]]' dash attack is the only disjointed attack that doesn't turn him metal. Also, if the Metal Box is hit by a projectile, it will disappear. Also, fighters can battle Metal Mario and/or [[Metal Luigi]] in [[Adventure Mode]]. In addition, they also fight a random metal character in [[Classic Mode]].
 
In ''Brawl'', the Metal Box cannot be broken when hit by projectiles, and the metallic walking sound effect no longer changes depending on the characters' weights, so everyone has the same sound when walking. It also features an effect on the new ability to [[swim]]; while characters will not sink as Metal Mario did in ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario 64}}'', they will submerge deeper after falling into the water. This technique is used to reach a secret area in the [[Glacial Peak]] level of the [[Subspace Emissary]]. In Classic Mode, the player must also battle a random metal character.
 
In ''Smash 4'', the transformation duration can no longer be extended by picking up additional Metal Boxes. In the ''3DS'' version, the metal is translucent rather than opaque, but in the ''Wii U'' version, the metal texture is both opaque and reflective, with the current stage being reflected on the character's body.
 
In ''Ultimate'', the Metal Box's effect appears to slowly take over the character rather than immediately, similar to [[Inkling]]'s [[ink]].
 
The {{SSBU|Hero}}'s [[Metal Slash]] ability will [[Instant KO|instantly KO]] any metal characters that it hits, and his [[Kaclang]] ability is able to turn him metal, being the only special move to do so.
 
Metal fighters can also be battled in the series' [[Classic Mode]] under the permanent effects of the Metal Box. In ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]'', the Metal Box does not appear as an item; however, Metal Mario, the opponent of the ninth stage of the [[1P Game]] features the effect of the Metal Box. In ''Melee'' can battle Metal Mario and/or [[Metal Luigi]] in [[Adventure Mode]].
 
Metal battles appear as a feature in ''Brawl's'' [[Special Brawl]] and in later games onward, where all fighters become metal under the permanent effects of a Metal Box. Also, in ''Ultimate's'' spirit battles, players can battle a puppet fighter that is either entirely made of metal or shifts into metal.


In all of its appearances, breaking the Metal Box has the following effects:
In all of its appearances, breaking the Metal Box feature the following effects:


*The effects last 12 seconds, but the time limit decreases as the fighter takes [[damage]], especially from [[Flame|fire]] attacks like [[Bowser]]'s [[Fire Breath]].
*The effects last 12 seconds, but the time limit decreases as the fighter takes [[damage]], especially from [[Flame|fire]] attacks like [[Bowser]]'s [[Fire Breath]].
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*Characters make metal sound effects when hitting a surface upon taking a step; however, the sound more closely resembles that of a thin sheet of metal, suggesting that the character isn't turned into metal, just covered with it.
*Characters make metal sound effects when hitting a surface upon taking a step; however, the sound more closely resembles that of a thin sheet of metal, suggesting that the character isn't turned into metal, just covered with it.


Metal characters fought in Classic Mode remain metal for the entirety of the battle. In ''Melee'', their [[stock]] icon has a distinctly darker, metallic look.
===In [[Smash Tour]]===
 
The Metal Box appears as a red trophy item in [[Smash Tour]]. When used, it allows the player's fighter to start a battle in metal form.
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]''==
The Metal Box does not appear as an item in ''Super Smash Bros.''; however, Metal Mario, the opponent of the ninth stage of the [[1P Game]] features the effect of the Metal Box.
 
The Metal Box does not appear in ''SSB'', but [[Metal Mario]] appears as a foe the player must battle in [[1P Game]]. Metal Mario here can take well over 300% damage before being sent flying off-screen.
 
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
[[File:Metal Box Melee.png|thumb|200px|The Metal Box in ''Melee''.]]
The Metal Box debuts as an item in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' as a transforming item.
 
If the Metal Box is hit by a projectile, it will disappear. Disjointed attacks like {{SSBM|Pikachu}}'s forward smash or any attack from a sword-wielding character will still transform them into a Metal fighter. Interestingly, [[Ness]]' dash attack is the only disjointed attack that doesn't turn him metal.


Metal characters make different metallic sounds while walking, running, and landing, depending on their weight for the most part. All lightweight fighters except {{SSBM|Zelda}}, {{SSBM|Mr. Game & Watch}}, {{SSBM|Mewtwo}} and the {{SSBM|Ice Climbers}} make a faint "tinging" sound; all middleweight fighters make a standard "clanking" sound; and all heavyweight fighters except {{SSBM|Samus}}, {{SSBM|Yoshi}}, {{SSBM|Ganondorf}}, and {{SSBM|Link}} make a much more noticeable "crunching" sound. Most of the aforementioned exceptional characters make the standard middleweight sound in spite of their weight. Mewtwo doesn't make any sounds, even when landing, and Mr. Game & Watch's footsteps and landing sounds are always electronic bleep noises.
==Trophies==
 
===In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''===
Characters can battle Metal Mario and/or [[Metal Luigi]] in [[Adventure Mode]]. In addition, they also fight a random metal character in [[Classic Mode]].
 
===Trophy===
[[File:Metal Box Trophy Melee.png|thumb|left|100px|The Metal Box trophy in ''Melee''.]]
[[File:Metal Box Trophy Melee.png|thumb|left|100px|The Metal Box trophy in ''Melee''.]]
;Metal Box
:''First spotted in Super Mario 64, the Metal Box holds the power to turn your character briefly into heavy metal. Your mass is exponentially greater while metallic, making it difficult for others to throw you. Be careful, though: not only will you move a bit slower, but you'll also fall much more quickly than you ordinarily would.
:''First spotted in Super Mario 64, the Metal Box holds the power to turn your character briefly into heavy metal. Your mass is exponentially greater while metallic, making it difficult for others to throw you. Be careful, though: not only will you move a bit slower, but you'll also fall much more quickly than you ordinarily would.
:''Super Mario 64'' 9/96
:''Super Mario 64'' 9/96
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
===In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''===
The Metal Box returns as an item.
 
Unlike in ''Melee'', the Metal Box cannot be broken when hit by projectiles, and the metallic walking sound effect no longer changes depending on the characters' weights, so everyone has the same sound when walking. It also features an effect on the new ability to [[swim]]; while characters will not sink as Metal Mario did in ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario 64}}'', they will submerge deeper after falling into the water. This technique is used to reach a secret area in the [[Glacial Peak]] level of the [[Subspace Emissary]]. In Classic Mode, the player must also battle a random metal character.
 
Metal battles appear as a feature in [[Special Brawl]] and in later games onward, where all fighters become metal under the permanent effects of a Metal Box.
 
===Trophy===
[[File:Metal Box - Brawl Trophy.png|thumb|left|100px|The Metal Box trophy in ''Brawl''.]]
[[File:Metal Box - Brawl Trophy.png|thumb|left|100px|The Metal Box trophy in ''Brawl''.]]
;Metal Box
:''A green box that transforms whoever attacks it into metal. In metal form, you're a lot heavier than normal, so middling and even strong attacks don't move you too much, and standard attacks won't even make you flinch. The time you spend in metal form decreases with the damage you take. In Super Mario 64, the weight of the metal form allowed you to walk underwater.''
:''A green box that transforms whoever attacks it into metal. In metal form, you're a lot heavier than normal, so middling and even strong attacks don't move you too much, and standard attacks won't even make you flinch. The time you spend in metal form decreases with the damage you take. In Super Mario 64, the weight of the metal form allowed you to walk underwater.''
:{{Trophy games|console1=N64|game1=Super Mario 64}}
:{{Trophy games|console1=N64|game1=Super Mario 64}}
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
===In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''===
The Metal Box returns as an item.
The Metal Box trophy appears in both versions.
 
Unlike in the previous games, the transformation duration can no longer be extended by picking up additional Metal Boxes. In the ''3DS'' version, the metal is translucent rather than opaque, but in the ''Wii U'' version, the metal texture is both opaque and reflective, with the current stage being reflected on the character's body.
 
In Classic Mode, the player must also battle a random metal character.  
 
The Metal Box is also available as a red trophy item in [[Smash Tour]]. When used, it allows the player's fighter to start a battle in metal form.
 
===Trophy===
[[File:MetalBoxTrophy3DS.png|thumb|left|100px|The Metal Box trophy in ''for 3DS''.]]
[[File:MetalBoxTrophy3DS.png|thumb|left|100px|The Metal Box trophy in ''for 3DS''.]]
[[File:MetalBoxTrophyWiiU.png|thumb|100px|The Metal Box trophy in ''for Wii U''.]]
[[File:MetalBoxTrophyWiiU.png|thumb|100px|The Metal Box trophy in ''for Wii U''.]]
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
==Spirits==
The Metal Box returns as an item.
While the Metal Box itself does not have a [[spirit]], several spirits will allow the player to start a battle in metal form.
 
Unlike in the previous games, the Metal Box's effect appears to slowly take over the character rather than immediately, similar to [[Inkling]]'s [[ink]].
 
The {{SSBU|Hero}}'s [[Metal Slash]] ability will [[Instant KO|instantly KO]] any metal characters that it hits, and his [[Kaclang]] ability is able to turn him metal, being the only special move to do so.
 
===Spirits===
While the Metal Box itself does not have a [[spirit]], six spirits will allow the player to start a battle in metal form.


====Primary spirits====
===Primary spirits===
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====Support spirits====
===Support spirits===
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