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{{Infobox Character General | |||
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| name = Infantry and Tanks | | name = Infantry and Tanks | ||
| image = [[File:Infantry | | image = [[File:Infantry &Tank ConceptArt.jpg|275px]] | ||
|caption = | |caption ={{symbol|other}}<br>Concept artwork of Orange Star infantry and a tank from ''{{iw|warswiki|Advance Wars|game}}''. | ||
| universe = {{uv|Nintendo Wars}} | | universe = {{uv|Nintendo Wars}} | ||
| | | firstgame = ''{{iw|warswiki|Famicom Wars}}'' (1988) {{Flag|Japan}} | ||
| games = ''[[Brawl]]''<br>''[[SSB4]]'' | | games = ''[[Brawl]]''<br>''[[SSB4]]''<br>''[[Ultimate]]'' | ||
| lastappearance= ''{{ | | lastappearance= ''{{iw|warswiki|Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp}}'' (2023) | ||
| console = | | console = Famicom | ||
| species = Human | | species = Human (infantry) | ||
| gender = Male (infantry) | |||
| interwiki = warswiki | | interwiki = warswiki | ||
| interwikiname = Wars Wiki | | interwikiname = Wars Wiki | ||
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| interwikipage2= Tank | | interwikipage2= Tank | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''Infantry and Tanks''' ({{ja|センシャ＆ホヘイ}}, | '''Infantry and Tanks''' ({{ja|センシャ＆ホヘイ|Sensha ando Hohei}}, ''Tanks & Infantry'') is an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', taken from the {{uv|Nintendo Wars}} series. They form the bulk of the player's fighting force in every game in which they appear. | ||
They were first confirmed as an Assist Trophy in a gameplay video from Nintendo, but were later confirmed on 14th March 2008 on the ''[[Smash Bros. DOJO!!]]''. | They were first confirmed as an Assist Trophy in a gameplay video from Nintendo, but were later confirmed on 14th March 2008 on the ''[[Smash Bros. DOJO!!]]''. | ||
==Origin== | ==Origin== | ||
[[File: | [[File:InfantryAndTanksOrigin.png|thumb|250px|left|Infantry and Tanks as seen in ''Advance Wars''.]] | ||
Infantry and | {{iw|warswiki|Infantry|unit}} and {{s|warswiki|Tank}}s are the basic direct combat ground units seen in all ''Nintendo Wars'' games. Infantry have the least amount of power and low mobility, but can capture enemy properties. Tanks have more power and mobility than Infantry, but are weaker than other vehicles such as the {{s|warswiki|Medium Tank}} and {{iw|warswiki|Artillery|Advance Wars}}. | ||
The Assist Trophy's units are part of the {{s|warswiki|Orange Star}} army, evident by their titular coloration. Their appearance is based on the map sprites used in ''{{iw|warswiki|Advance Wars|game}}'', ''{{s|warswiki|Advance Wars 2: Black Hole Rising}}'', and ''{{s|warswiki|Advance Wars: Dual Strike}}''. | |||
The sound that plays when Infantry and Tanks are summoned first appeared in the intro for | The sound that plays when Infantry and Tanks are summoned first appeared in the intro for ''{{iw|warswiki|Famicom Wars|game}}''.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpLMztL89hw]</ref> | ||
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''== | ==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''== | ||
===As an Assist Trophy=== | ===As an [[Assist Trophy]]=== | ||
Infantry & Tanks is one of six Assist Trophies that needs to be unlocked before it can be used. | [[File:Infantry and Tanks SSBB.jpg|thumb|Infantry and Tanks in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''.]] | ||
Infantry & Tanks is one of six Assist Trophies that needs to be unlocked before it can be used. When summoned, the units emerge and fire 3D bullets and missiles, which will damage any opposing players. While the Assist Trophy is active, an air raid siren will sound. Much like [[Excitebike]]s and [[Lakitu & Spinies]], this Assist Trophy is represented by sprites from a game they appeared in other than ''Brawl''. | |||
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====How to Unlock==== | ====How to Unlock==== | ||
Play a total of 300 matches of Brawls or related modes. | Play a total of 300 matches of Brawls or related modes. | ||
===Trophy | ===Trophy=== | ||
The Japanese version of ''Brawl'' lists the Infantry and Tanks' other game appearance as ''Game Boy Wars Advance 1+2''. | |||
{{Trophy | |||
|name=Infantry & Tanks | |||
|image=Infantry and Tanks - Brawl Trophy.png | |||
|desc=Units first introduced in Famicom Wars, where they fight battles against enemy forces. Infantry are the least expensive to deploy of all units. They're not too strong, but they move well and can capture property. There are two tank types: tank A, which is expensive but has good mobility and firepower, and tank B, which is cheaper but can change battles with sheer numbers. | |||
|gamelist={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Famicom Wars|release1=Japan Only|console2=GBA|game2=Advance Wars}} | |||
|game=Brawl | |||
}} | |||
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''== | ==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''== | ||
[[File:Infantry and Tanks | ===As an Assist Trophy=== | ||
[[File:InfantrySSB4.jpg|thumb|Infantry and Tanks in Smash 4.]] | |||
The Infantry and Tanks return as an Assist Trophy and are functionally the same as in ''Brawl''; however, they are now available from the start of the game. | |||
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===Trophy=== | |||
Infantry & Tanks' trophy appears in both versions. In {{forwiiu}} it is part of the ''NES'' {{h1|Trophy Box|NES}}. | |||
{{Trophy | |||
|name=Infantry & Tanks | |||
|image-3ds=InfantryTanksTrophy3DS.png | |||
|image-wiiu=InfantryTanksTrophyWiiU.png | |||
|desc-ntsc=Two units from the Advance Wars series, infantry are best for capturing bases and tanks for fighting the enemy. If summoned, these two form up on the player who activated them. Don't underestimate them just 'cause they're pixels—the infantry's gun and tank's cannon are formidable. | |||
|desc-pal=Two units from Famicom Wars. In this game, they'll appear in pixel form on both sides of the character that called them up. The infantry then fire their guns while the tanks use cannon fire and drive into people. Cute as they are, don't underestimate them or you'll find yourself in a world of hurt! | |||
|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=FC|game1=Famicom Wars|release1=Japan}} | |||
|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=FC|game1=Famicom Wars|release1=1988 (JP)}} | |||
}} | |||
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''== | |||
Infantry and Tanks do not return as an Assist Trophy. However, they do have a [[spirit]] based upon their appearance in ''{{s|warswiki|Super Famicom Wars}}''. | |||
===Spirit=== | |||
Tank & Infantry appear as an Advanced-class [[support spirit]]. | |||
Tank & Infantry did not initially have a Spirit Battle, but gained one via the [[The More the Merrier]] [[Spirit Board]] event. | |||
Tank & Infantry's Spirit Battle use a [[Metal]] [[Iggy Koopa]] puppet fighter and two {{SSBU|Snake}} minions respectively and are fought on the [[Gerudo Valley]] stage. During the battle, Iggy favors his [[Clown Cannon]] move, referencing the missiles the Tank shoots from its cannon. | |||
{|class="wikitable" | |||
! No. !! Image !! Name !! Type !! Class !! Cost !! Ability !! Series | |||
|- | |||
| 1,134 || {{SpiritTableName|Tank & Infantry}} || {{SpiritType|Support}} || ★★ || 2 || [[Super Scope]] Equipped || ''Famicom Wars'' Series | |||
|} | |||
==Gallery== | |||
<gallery> | |||
Infantry and Tanks Brawl.jpg|Artwork of Infantry and Tanks in ''Brawl.'' | |||
</gallery> | |||
==Names in other languages== | |||
{{langtable | |||
|ja={{ja|センシャ＆ホヘイ|Sensha ando Hohei}} | |||
|en=Infantry & Tanks {{GameIcon|ssbb}}<br>Infantry and Tanks {{GameIcon|ssb4}}<br>Tank & Infantry {{GameIcon|ssbu}} | |||
|fr_ca=Infanterie et tanks | |||
|fr_fr=Infanterie & tank | |||
|es=Infantería y tanque | |||
|de=Panzer & Infanterie | |||
|it=Fanteria e carro armato | |||
|nl=Soldaten en tanks | |||
|ru={{rollover|Танк и пехота|Tank i pekhota|?}} | |||
|ko={{rollover|탱크 & 보병|Taengkeu & Bobyeong|?}} | |||
|zh=Tank & Infantry | |||
}} | |||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
* | *Despite an {{iw|warswiki|HQ|Advance Wars}} being featured in the Infantry & Tanks artwork on the DOJO!! and in their trophy in ''Brawl'', it is absent in the Assist Trophy. | ||
*Infantry and Tanks are one of 5 Assist Trophies to have appeared since ''Brawl'', but are absent in ''Ultimate''. | |||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
*[http://gamevideos.com/video/id/15373 Confirmation] | *[http://gamevideos.com/video/id/15373 Confirmation] | ||
*[http://www.smashbros.com/wii/en_us/items/assist/assist16.html ''DOJO!!'' Page, with Spoilers] | *[http://www.smashbros.com/wii/en_us/items/assist/assist16.html ''DOJO!!'' Page, with Spoilers] | ||
==References== | |||
{{reflist}} | |||
{{AssistTrophies}} | {{AssistTrophies}} | ||
[[Category:Trophies (SSBB)]] | [[Category:Trophies (SSBB)]] | ||
[[Category:Trophies (SSB4-3DS)]] | |||
[[Category:Nintendo Wars universe]] | [[Category:Nintendo Wars universe]] | ||
[[Category:Spirits]] | |||
[[es:Infantería y tanques]] | |||
Latest revision as of 13:19, August 23, 2024
| Infantry and Tanks | |
|---|---|
  Concept artwork of Orange Star infantry and a tank from Advance Wars. | |
| Universe | Nintendo Wars |
| Debut | Famicom Wars (1988) 
|
| Smash Bros. appearances | Brawl SSB4 Ultimate |
| Most recent non-Smash appearance | Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp (2023) |
| Console/platform of origin | Famicom |
| Species | Human (infantry) |
| Gender | Male (infantry) |
| Articles on Wars Wiki | Infantry (unit) Tank |
Infantry and Tanks (センシャ＆ホヘイ, Tanks & Infantry) is an Assist Trophy in Super Smash Bros. Brawl and Super Smash Bros. 4, taken from the Nintendo Wars series. They form the bulk of the player's fighting force in every game in which they appear.
They were first confirmed as an Assist Trophy in a gameplay video from Nintendo, but were later confirmed on 14th March 2008 on the Smash Bros. DOJO!!.
Origin[edit]
Infantry and Tanks are the basic direct combat ground units seen in all Nintendo Wars games. Infantry have the least amount of power and low mobility, but can capture enemy properties. Tanks have more power and mobility than Infantry, but are weaker than other vehicles such as the Medium Tank and Artillery.
The Assist Trophy's units are part of the Orange Star army, evident by their titular coloration. Their appearance is based on the map sprites used in Advance Wars, Advance Wars 2: Black Hole Rising, and Advance Wars: Dual Strike.
The sound that plays when Infantry and Tanks are summoned first appeared in the intro for Famicom Wars.[1]
In Super Smash Bros. Brawl[edit]
As an Assist Trophy[edit]
Infantry and Tanks in Super Smash Bros. Brawl.
Infantry & Tanks is one of six Assist Trophies that needs to be unlocked before it can be used. When summoned, the units emerge and fire 3D bullets and missiles, which will damage any opposing players. While the Assist Trophy is active, an air raid siren will sound. Much like Excitebikes and Lakitu & Spinies, this Assist Trophy is represented by sprites from a game they appeared in other than Brawl.
How to Unlock[edit]
Play a total of 300 matches of Brawls or related modes.
Trophy[edit]
The Japanese version of Brawl lists the Infantry and Tanks' other game appearance as Game Boy Wars Advance 1+2.
Infantry & Tanks's trophy in Brawl
- Infantry & Tanks
- Units first introduced in Famicom Wars, where they fight battles against enemy forces. Infantry are the least expensive to deploy of all units. They're not too strong, but they move well and can capture property. There are two tank types: tank A, which is expensive but has good mobility and firepower, and tank B, which is cheaper but can change battles with sheer numbers.
: Famicom Wars (Japan Only)
: Advance Wars
In Super Smash Bros. 4[edit]
As an Assist Trophy[edit]
The Infantry and Tanks return as an Assist Trophy and are functionally the same as in Brawl; however, they are now available from the start of the game.
Trophy[edit]
Infantry & Tanks' trophy appears in both versions. In Super Smash Bros. for Wii U it is part of the NES Trophy Box.
Infantry & Tanks's trophy in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
Infantry & Tanks's trophy in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
- Infantry & Tanks
Two units from the Advance Wars series, infantry are best for capturing bases and tanks for fighting the enemy. If summoned, these two form up on the player who activated them. Don't underestimate them just 'cause they're pixels—the infantry's gun and tank's cannon are formidable.
: Famicom Wars (Japan)
Two units from Famicom Wars. In this game, they'll appear in pixel form on both sides of the character that called them up. The infantry then fire their guns while the tanks use cannon fire and drive into people. Cute as they are, don't underestimate them or you'll find yourself in a world of hurt!- : Famicom Wars (1988 (JP))
In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]
Infantry and Tanks do not return as an Assist Trophy. However, they do have a spirit based upon their appearance in Super Famicom Wars.
Spirit[edit]
Tank & Infantry appear as an Advanced-class support spirit.
Tank & Infantry did not initially have a Spirit Battle, but gained one via the The More the Merrier Spirit Board event.
Tank & Infantry's Spirit Battle use a Metal Iggy Koopa puppet fighter and two Snake minions respectively and are fought on the Gerudo Valley stage. During the battle, Iggy favors his Clown Cannon move, referencing the missiles the Tank shoots from its cannon.
| No. | Image | Name | Type | Class | Cost | Ability | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,134 |  |
Tank & Infantry |  |
★★ | 2 | Super Scope Equipped | Famicom Wars Series |
Gallery[edit]
Artwork of Infantry and Tanks in Brawl.
Names in other languages[edit]
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Japanese |
センシャ＆ホヘイ |
 English |
Infantry & Tanks  Infantry and Tanks  Tank & Infantry 
|
 French (PAL) |
Infanterie & tank |
 French (NTSC) |
Infanterie et tanks |
 German |
Panzer & Infanterie |
 Spanish |
Infantería y tanque |
 Italian |
Fanteria e carro armato |
 Chinese |
Tank & Infantry |
 Korean |
탱크 & 보병 |
 Dutch |
Soldaten en tanks |
 Russian |
Танк и пехота |
Trivia[edit]
- Despite an HQ being featured in the Infantry & Tanks artwork on the DOJO!! and in their trophy in Brawl, it is absent in the Assist Trophy.
- Infantry and Tanks are one of 5 Assist Trophies to have appeared since Brawl, but are absent in Ultimate.
External links[edit]
References[edit]
