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{{Disambig2|Knuckle Joe, an enemy in the Kirby series|other uses|Joe (disambiguation)}}
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{{Infobox Character General
{{Infobox Character General
|name=Knuckle Joe
|name=Knuckle Joe
|image= [[File:Knuckle Joe - Kirby Super Star Ultra.png|325px]]
|image= [[File:SSBU spirit Knuckle Joe.png|325px]]
|caption=[[File:KirbySymbol.svg|50px]]
|caption=[[File:KirbySymbol.svg|50px|class=invert-dark]]
Official artwork of Knuckle Joe from ''{{s|wikirby|Kirby Super Star Ultra}}''.
Official artwork of Knuckle Joe from ''{{s|wikirby|Kirby Super Star Ultra}}''.
|universe={{uv|Kirby}}
|universe={{uv|Kirby}}
|firstgame=''{{s|wikirby|Kirby Super Star}}'' (1996)
|firstgame=''{{s|wikirby|Kirby Super Star}}'' (1996)
|games= ''[[Brawl]]''<br>''[[SSB4]]''<br>''[[Ultimate]]''
|games= ''[[Brawl]]''<br>''[[SSB4]]''<br>''[[Ultimate]]''
|lastappearance=''{{s|wikirby|Kirby Star Allies}}'' (2018)
|lastappearance=''{{s|wikirby|Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe}}'' (2023)
|console= Super Nintendo Entertainment System
|console= Super Nintendo Entertainment System
|species= Knuckle Joe
|species= Knuckle Joe
|gender      = Male
|gender      = Male
|homeworld    = Dream Land
|homeworld    = Dream Land
|englishactor = Alesia Glidewell
|englishactor = {{s|wikipedia|Alésia Glidewell}}
|japanactor = Minami Takayama
|japanactor = {{s|wikipedia|Minami Takayama}}
|interwiki    = wikirby
|interwiki    = wikirby
|interwikiname = WiKirby
|interwikiname = WiKirby
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==Origin==
==Origin==
[[File:KnuckleJoeKSS.png|thumb|left|Sprite from ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'']]
[[File:KnuckleJoeKSS.png|thumb|left|''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' sprite]]
Knuckle Joe debuted as an enemy in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' (''Kirby's Fun Pak'' in PAL regions): he is the source of the Fighter ability, as well as the Helper (an ally character who fights alongside Kirby throughout the levels) created with it. Knuckle Joe's attacks in ''Kirby Super Star'' usually consist of punches. He can do Vulcan Jabs (punching rapidly), a Smash Punch, and an uppercut. If Kirby copied the Knuckle Joe, he gets the same abilities as him, but the Smash Punch is much more powerful. Kirby is also now able to perform Rising Breaks, which involves jumping up and doing an uppercut to an enemy (sometimes both Kirby and Knuckle Joe in this case can also make use of throws). In ''Brawl'', ''SSB4'', and ''Ultimate'' Knuckle Joe appears as an assist trophy and performs Vulcan Jabs. His finishing attack can either be a Smash Punch or a Rising Break. In ''Kirby Super Star'', Knuckle Joes are red with white hair, but when Kirby copies a Knuckle Joe and turns him into a Helper ally, the Knuckle Joe turns blue and has blond hair. The Knuckle Joe's design in ''Brawl'', ''SSB4'' and ''Ultimate'' is based on the Helper ally version of Knuckle Joe in ''Kirby Super Star''.
Knuckle Joe debuted as an enemy in ''[[Kirby Super Star]]'' (''Kirby's Fun Pak'' in PAL regions). He has a stout, humanoid appearance with spiky hair, wearing a bandanna and a bodysuit. Kirby can copy him to obtain the {{s|wikirby|Fighter}} ability, and can also summon him as the ability's {{s|wikirby|Helper}}.  In ''Super Star'', enemy Knuckle Joes appear with red bodysuits and white hair, while friendly Knuckle Joes have blue bodysuits and blonde hair; later games use the Helper design in all instances, which is reflected in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series.
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Knuckle Joe's attacks as an enemy usually consist of moves such as Vulcan Jab (rapid punches), Smash Punch (a wide punch that acts like a projectile), and Rising Break (an uppercut). Kirby can utilize these same attacks with the Fighter ability. In ''Brawl'', ''SSB4'', and ''Ultimate'' Knuckle Joe appears as an Assist Trophy and performs these same maneuvers, calling out their names as he does so.
 
Knuckle Joe also appeared as a recurring character in the ''{{s|wikirby|Kirby: Right Back at Ya!}}'' anime. Reflecting his in-game appearance, he starts out as a minor antagonist before befriending Kirby and aiding him in later episodes. His Japanese actress in the anime, Minami Takayama, also provides his Japanese voice for ''Smash''.
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
Knuckle Joe was mentioned in the Fighter Kirby trophy as "an enemy skilled at physical attacks".
Knuckle Joe was mentioned in the Fighter Kirby trophy as "an enemy skilled at physical attacks".


==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
[[File:Knuckle Joe SSBB.jpg|thumb|left|Knuckle Joe attacking in ''Brawl''.]]
===As an [[Assist Trophy]]===
In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', Knuckle Joe is one of the supporting characters that spawns from the [[Assist Trophy]] [[item]]. When Knuckle Joe is summoned, he uses his "Vulcan Jab" technique, which is a series of rapid punches, on the nearest foe. Afterwards, he finishes the opponent off with one of two "finisher" attacks: the strong, short-ranged "Smash Punch", or the electricity-charged uppercut known as the "Rising Break" technique. The finisher he uses is chosen at random. He will use the finisher either the second or third time he did the Vulcan Jab. He could be considered the most powerful Assist Trophy character, because if he manages to trap an opponent in his initial barrage, he can [[One-hit KO|KO them at 0%]].
[[File:Knuckle Joe SSBB.jpg|thumb|Knuckle Joe attacking in ''Brawl''.]]
In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', Knuckle Joe is one of the supporting characters that spawns from the [[Assist Trophy]] [[item]]. When Knuckle Joe is summoned, he uses his "Vulcan Jab" technique, which is a series of rapid punches, on the nearest foe. Afterwards, he finishes the opponent off with one of two "finisher" attacks: the strong, short-ranged "Smash Punch", or the electricity-charged uppercut known as the "Rising Break" technique. The finisher he uses is chosen at random. He will use the finisher either the second or third time he did the Vulcan Jab. He could be considered one of the most powerful Assist Trophy characters, because if he manages to trap an opponent in his initial barrage, he can [[One-hit KO|KO them at 0%]].


For this game, Knuckle Joe is peculiarly voiced by Alesia Glidewell, who also voiced {{SSBB|Zero Suit Samus}} and [[Krystal]].
For this game, Knuckle Joe is peculiarly voiced by Alesia Glidewell, who also voiced {{SSBB|Zero Suit Samus}} and [[Krystal]].
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===Trophy information===
 
[[File:Knuckle Joe - Brawl Trophy.png|thumb|left|100px|Trophy in ''Brawl''.]]
===Trophy===
;Knuckle Joe
{{Trophy
''A martial artist known for amazing attacks like the Vulcan Jab. With his bandana, he looks and fights the part of a Muay Thai boxer. When [[Kirby]] copies Knuckle Joe, he gains the fighting techniques of a hand-to-hand-combat expert. Knuckle Joe also engages in friendly block-breaking competitions with Kirby. His other famous techniques are the Smash Punch and Rising Break.''
|name=Knuckle Joe
{{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=Kirby Super Star {{Flag|North America}}, Kirby's Fun Pack {{Flag|Europe}}}}
|image=Knuckle Joe - Brawl Trophy.png
|desc=A martial artist known for amazing attacks like the Vulcan Jab. With his bandana, he looks and fights the part of a Muay Thai boxer. When Kirby copies Knuckle Joe, he gains the fighting techniques of a hand-to-hand-combat expert. Knuckle Joe also engages in friendly block-breaking competitions with Kirby. His other famous techniques are the Smash Punch and Rising Break.
|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=Kirby Super Star}}
|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=Kirby's Fun Pak}}
|game=Brawl
}}
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
[[File:KnuckleJoeWiiU.png|thumb|left|Knuckle Joe attacking in {{forwiiu}}.]]
===As an Assist Trophy===
[[File:KnuckleJoeWiiU.png|thumb|Knuckle Joe attacking in {{forwiiu}}.]]
Knuckle Joe reprises his role as an Assist Trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. 4''. He is functionally identical to his ''Brawl'' appearance, but the overall power of his Vulcan Jab and Rising Break have been considerably reduced, and neither attack can reliably [[One-hit KO|OHKO]] opponents. As a trade-off, he now performs his attack pattern twice (a series of Vulcan Jabs then finishing with a Smash Punch/Rising Break) as opposed to once in ''Brawl'', making him much more effective. He can also be defeated this time around.
Knuckle Joe reprises his role as an Assist Trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. 4''. He is functionally identical to his ''Brawl'' appearance, but the overall power of his Vulcan Jab and Rising Break have been considerably reduced, and neither attack can reliably [[One-hit KO|OHKO]] opponents. As a trade-off, he now performs his attack pattern twice (a series of Vulcan Jabs then finishing with a Smash Punch/Rising Break) as opposed to once in ''Brawl'', making him much more effective. He can also be defeated this time around.
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===Trophy===
Knuckle Joe's trophy is one of the very few (along with [[Shadow the Hedgehog]], Timmy & Tommy, {{SSB4|Master Hand}}, and {{SSB4|Crazy Hand}}) to be a [[Challenge]] unlock in both versions of [[SSB4]]. In ''[[List of challenges (SSB4-3DS)|Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]'' it is obtained by playing 10 collective hours (total gameplay x participants) of [[Versus Mode|Smash]]. In ''[[List of challenges (SSB4-Wii U)|Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]'' it is obtained by clearing {{SSB4-Wii U|Classic Mode}} at intensity 9.0 without any [[customization]]s.
{{Trophy
|name=Knuckle Joe
|image-3ds=KnuckleJoeTrophy3DS.png
|image-wiiu=KnuckleJoeTrophyWiiU.png
|desc-ntsc=A martial-arts master, Knuckle Joe can be inhaled by Kirby and his Fighter ability copied. If you summon him, he'll leap toward the enemy nearest you and unleash his powerful Vulcan Jab attack. He'll then finish off his target with a devastating Smash Punch or Rising Break.
|desc-pal=When Kirby copies this expert in all martial arts, he becomes a pro at hand-to-hand combat. Release Knuckle Joe in this game, and he'll jump towards the enemy nearest to you and unleash his mighty Vulcan Jab, then finish them off with a devastating Smash Punch or Rising Break!
|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=Kirby Super Star|release1=08/1996|console2=Wii|game2=Kirby's Return to Dream Land|release2=10/2011}}
|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=Kirby's Fun Pak|release1=01/1997|console2=Wii|game2=Kirby's Adventure Wii|release2=11/2011}}
}}
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===Trophy information===
Knuckle Joe's trophy is one of the very few (along with [[Shadow the Hedgehog]], Timmy & Tommy, {{SSB4|Master Hand}}, and {{SSB4|Crazy Hand}}) to be a [[Challenge]] unlock in both versions of [[SSB4]]. In ''[[List of challenges (SSB4-3DS)|Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]'' it is obtained by playing 10 collective hours (total gameplay x participants) of [[Versus Mode|Smash]]. In ''[[List of challenges (SSB4-Wii U)|Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]'' it is obtained by clearing {{SSB4-Wii U|Classic Mode}} at intensity 9.0 without any [[customization]]s.
[[File:KnuckleJoeTrophyWiiU.png|thumb|100px|left|Trophy in ''for Wii U''.]]
[[File:KnuckleJoeTrophy3DS.png|thumb|100px|right|Trophy in ''for 3DS''.]]
;Knuckle Joe
{{flag|ntsc}} ''A martial-arts master, Knuckle Joe can be inhaled by Kirby and his Fighter ability copied. If you summon him, he'll leap toward the enemy nearest you and unleash his powerful Vulcan Jab attack. He'll then finish off his target with a devastating Smash Punch or Rising Break.''
{{flag|pal}} ''When Kirby copies this expert in all martial arts, he becomes a pro at hand-to-hand combat. Release Knuckle Joe in this game, and he'll jump towards the enemy nearest to you and unleash his mighty Vulcan Jab, then finish them off with a devastating Smash Punch or Rising Break!''
{{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=Kirby Super Star (08/1996)|console2=Wii|game2=Kirby's Return to Dream Land (10/2011)}}
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
Knuckle Joe reprises his role as an Assist Trophy, seemingly unchanged from Super Smash Bros. For Wii U/3DS. Knuckle Joe now faces the screen regardless of direction he turns towards. [[Training Mode]] describes his Assist Trophy: ''Opens with a Vulcan Jab, and then unleashes Smash Punch or Rising  Break.'' He also now has a spirit which is No. 379. He is an attack spirit.  In his fight you fight a Ryu with stronger punches, kicks, knee strikes, and increased physical attack power. Knuckle Joe can also spawn as an assist trophy in the battle too.
===As an Assist Trophy===
Knuckle Joe reprises his role as an Assist Trophy, however the knockback of his Smash Punch and Rising Break have been considerably reduced, making his KO potential much weaker overall. Additionally, KOing him now earns a point. Knuckle Joe now faces the screen regardless of direction he turns towards. [[Training Mode]] describes his Assist Trophy: ''Opens with a Vulcan Jab, and then unleashes Smash Punch or Rising  Break.'' He cannot appear on [[Midgar]], [[Mute City SNES]], [[Norfair]], and [[Suzaku Castle]].


===Spirit===
===Spirit===
{| class="wikitable sortable"
{|class="wikitable"
|-
! No. !! Image !! Name !! Type !! Class !! Slots
! No. !! Image !! Name !! Type !! Class !! Ability !! Series
! Base [[File:Equipment Icon Power Badge.png|20px|Power]]
! Max [[File:Equipment Icon Power Badge.png|20px|Power]]
! Base [[File:Equipment Icon Brawn Badge.png|20px|Attack]]
! Max [[File:Equipment Icon Brawn Badge.png|20px|Attack]]
! Base [[File:Equipment Icon Protection Badge.png|20px|Defense]]
! Max [[File:Equipment Icon Protection Badge.png|20px|Defense]]
! Ability !! Series
|-
|-
| 379 || [[File:Knucklejoe.png|center|108x108px]] || Knuckle Joe || {{color|#dc1029|Attack}} || ★★★ || Fist Attack ↑ || ''Kirby'' Series
| 379 || {{SpiritTableName|Knuckle Joe}} || {{SpiritType|Attack}} || ★★★ || 1 || 2810 || 8472 || 1581 || 4766 || 1121 || 3381 || Fist Attack ↑ || ''Kirby'' Series
|}
|}
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SSB4-3DS challenge image P2R4C5.png|3DS challenge board unlock image.
SSB4-3DS challenge image P2R4C5.png|3DS challenge board unlock image.
SSB4-Wii U challenge image R03C01.png|Wii U challenge board unlock image.
SSB4-Wii U challenge image R03C01.png|Wii U challenge board unlock image.
SSBUWebsiteRyu4.jpg|With {{SSBU|Ryu}} in ''Ultimate''.
Knuckle Joe Assist Trophy (SSBU).png|Official render from ''Ultimate''.
Knuckle Joe Assist Trophy (SSBU).png|Official render from ''Ultimate''.
</Gallery>
</Gallery>
==Names in other languages==
{{langtable
|ja={{ja|ナックルジョー|Nakkuru Jō}}, ''Knuckle Joe''
|en=Knuckle Joe
|fr=Knuckle Joe
|es=Knuckle Joe
|de=Knuckle Joe
|it=Knuckle Joe
|nl=Knuckle Joe
|ru={{rollover|Накл Джо|Nakl Dzho|?}}  '' Nakl Joe ''
|ko={{rollover|넉클 죠|Neok-keul Jyo|?}}, ''Knuckle Joe''
|zh_cn={{rollover|格斗家乔|Gédòujiā Qiáo|?}}
|zh_cnM=Fighter Joe
|zh_tw={{rollover|格鬥家喬|Gédòujiā Qiáo|?}}
|zh_twM=Fighter Joe
|pt=Knuckle Joe
}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Knuckle Joe, Gray Fox, [[Lyn]] and [[Shadow the Hedgehog]] are the only Assist Trophies in ''Brawl'' to say a complete phrase.
*Knuckle Joe, Gray Fox, [[Lyn]] and [[Shadow the Hedgehog]] are the only Assist Trophies in ''Brawl'' to say a complete phrase.
*In ''Brawl'', his official artwork has his mouth wide open while his trophy has his mouth shut.
*In ''Brawl'', Knuckle Joe's official artwork has his mouth wide open, while his trophy has his mouth shut.
*Like Meta Knight, Knuckle Joe is also another ''Kirby'' character whose Japanese voice is a reprisal from the anime, as in his prior game appearances there were no voices for him provided.
*Knuckle Joe is one of two {{uv|Kirby}} characters to be voiced in the Japanese version of the series by the actor who played them in the ''{{s|wikirby|Kirby: Right Back at Ya!}}'' anime, the other being [[Meta Knight]]. Both of them are also voiced by different actors in the English version of the series than they were in the anime.
**Both characters also have different English voices solely provided for their ''Smash'' appearances.
*Rising Break has an electricity effect in ''Smash'', but not in the ''Kirby'' series. This is in reference to how its name in Japanese sounds like "Raijin Break" ({{s|wikipedia|Raijin}} is the god of thunder in Japanese).
*Knuckle Joe is the only [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[SSB4]]'' who is a common enemy in his home [[Kirby universe|universe]] that is not an enemy in [[Smash Run]].
*Knuckle Joe is the only [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[SSB4]]'' who is a common enemy in his [[Kirby (universe)|home universe]] that is not an enemy in [[Smash Run]].


==External links==
==External links==
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[[Category:Stickers]]
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Latest revision as of 13:26, May 20, 2024

This article is about Knuckle Joe, an enemy in the Kirby series. For other uses, see Joe (disambiguation).
Knuckle Joe
SSBU spirit Knuckle Joe.png
KirbySymbol.svg

Official artwork of Knuckle Joe from Kirby Super Star Ultra.

Universe Kirby
Debut Kirby Super Star (1996)
Smash Bros. appearances Brawl
SSB4
Ultimate
Most recent non-Smash appearance Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe (2023)
Console/platform of origin Super Nintendo Entertainment System
Species Knuckle Joe
Gender Male
Place of origin Dream Land
English voice actor Alésia Glidewell
Japanese voice actor Minami Takayama
Article on WiKirby Knuckle Joe

Knuckle Joe (ナックルジョー, Knuckle Joe) is an enemy from the Kirby universe.

Origin[edit]

Kirby Super Star sprite

Knuckle Joe debuted as an enemy in Kirby Super Star (Kirby's Fun Pak in PAL regions). He has a stout, humanoid appearance with spiky hair, wearing a bandanna and a bodysuit. Kirby can copy him to obtain the Fighter ability, and can also summon him as the ability's Helper. In Super Star, enemy Knuckle Joes appear with red bodysuits and white hair, while friendly Knuckle Joes have blue bodysuits and blonde hair; later games use the Helper design in all instances, which is reflected in the Super Smash Bros. series.

Knuckle Joe's attacks as an enemy usually consist of moves such as Vulcan Jab (rapid punches), Smash Punch (a wide punch that acts like a projectile), and Rising Break (an uppercut). Kirby can utilize these same attacks with the Fighter ability. In Brawl, SSB4, and Ultimate Knuckle Joe appears as an Assist Trophy and performs these same maneuvers, calling out their names as he does so.

Knuckle Joe also appeared as a recurring character in the Kirby: Right Back at Ya! anime. Reflecting his in-game appearance, he starts out as a minor antagonist before befriending Kirby and aiding him in later episodes. His Japanese actress in the anime, Minami Takayama, also provides his Japanese voice for Smash.

In Super Smash Bros. Melee[edit]

Knuckle Joe was mentioned in the Fighter Kirby trophy as "an enemy skilled at physical attacks".

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl[edit]

As an Assist Trophy[edit]

Knuckle Joe attacking in Brawl.

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Knuckle Joe is one of the supporting characters that spawns from the Assist Trophy item. When Knuckle Joe is summoned, he uses his "Vulcan Jab" technique, which is a series of rapid punches, on the nearest foe. Afterwards, he finishes the opponent off with one of two "finisher" attacks: the strong, short-ranged "Smash Punch", or the electricity-charged uppercut known as the "Rising Break" technique. The finisher he uses is chosen at random. He will use the finisher either the second or third time he did the Vulcan Jab. He could be considered one of the most powerful Assist Trophy characters, because if he manages to trap an opponent in his initial barrage, he can KO them at 0%.

For this game, Knuckle Joe is peculiarly voiced by Alesia Glidewell, who also voiced Zero Suit Samus and Krystal.

Trophy[edit]

Knuckle Joe's trophy in Brawl
Knuckle Joe
A martial artist known for amazing attacks like the Vulcan Jab. With his bandana, he looks and fights the part of a Muay Thai boxer. When Kirby copies Knuckle Joe, he gains the fighting techniques of a hand-to-hand-combat expert. Knuckle Joe also engages in friendly block-breaking competitions with Kirby. His other famous techniques are the Smash Punch and Rising Break.
NTSC
SNES: Kirby Super Star
PAL
SNES: Kirby's Fun Pak

In Super Smash Bros. 4[edit]

As an Assist Trophy[edit]

Knuckle Joe attacking in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.

Knuckle Joe reprises his role as an Assist Trophy in Super Smash Bros. 4. He is functionally identical to his Brawl appearance, but the overall power of his Vulcan Jab and Rising Break have been considerably reduced, and neither attack can reliably OHKO opponents. As a trade-off, he now performs his attack pattern twice (a series of Vulcan Jabs then finishing with a Smash Punch/Rising Break) as opposed to once in Brawl, making him much more effective. He can also be defeated this time around.

Trophy[edit]

Knuckle Joe's trophy is one of the very few (along with Shadow the Hedgehog, Timmy & Tommy, Master Hand, and Crazy Hand) to be a Challenge unlock in both versions of SSB4. In Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS it is obtained by playing 10 collective hours (total gameplay x participants) of Smash. In Super Smash Bros. for Wii U it is obtained by clearing Classic Mode at intensity 9.0 without any customizations.

Knuckle Joe's trophy in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
Knuckle Joe's trophy in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Knuckle Joe
NTSC A martial-arts master, Knuckle Joe can be inhaled by Kirby and his Fighter ability copied. If you summon him, he'll leap toward the enemy nearest you and unleash his powerful Vulcan Jab attack. He'll then finish off his target with a devastating Smash Punch or Rising Break.
SNES: Kirby Super Star (08/1996)
Wii: Kirby's Return to Dream Land (10/2011)
PAL When Kirby copies this expert in all martial arts, he becomes a pro at hand-to-hand combat. Release Knuckle Joe in this game, and he'll jump towards the enemy nearest to you and unleash his mighty Vulcan Jab, then finish them off with a devastating Smash Punch or Rising Break!
SNES: Kirby's Fun Pak (01/1997)
Wii: Kirby's Adventure Wii (11/2011)

In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]

As an Assist Trophy[edit]

Knuckle Joe reprises his role as an Assist Trophy, however the knockback of his Smash Punch and Rising Break have been considerably reduced, making his KO potential much weaker overall. Additionally, KOing him now earns a point. Knuckle Joe now faces the screen regardless of direction he turns towards. Training Mode describes his Assist Trophy: Opens with a Vulcan Jab, and then unleashes Smash Punch or Rising Break. He cannot appear on Midgar, Mute City SNES, Norfair, and Suzaku Castle.

Spirit[edit]

No. Image Name Type Class Slots Base Power Max Power Base Attack Max Attack Base Defense Max Defense Ability Series
379
SSBU spirit Knuckle Joe.png
 Knuckle Joe
Attack
 ★★★ 1 2810 8472 1581 4766 1121 3381 Fist Attack ↑ Kirby Series

Gallery[edit]

  • Official render from Brawl.

    Official render from Brawl.

  • 3DS challenge board unlock image.

    3DS challenge board unlock image.

  • Wii U challenge board unlock image.

    Wii U challenge board unlock image.

  • With Ryu in Ultimate.

    With Ryu in Ultimate.

  • Official render from Ultimate.

    Official render from Ultimate.

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese ナックルジョー, Knuckle Joe —
UK English Knuckle Joe —
France French Knuckle Joe —
Germany German Knuckle Joe —
Spain Spanish Knuckle Joe —
Italy Italian Knuckle Joe —
China Chinese (Simplified) 格斗家乔 Fighter Joe
Taiwan Chinese (Traditional) 格鬥家喬 Fighter Joe
South Korea Korean 넉클 죠, Knuckle Joe —
Netherlands Dutch Knuckle Joe —
Russia Russian Накл Джо Nakl Joe —
Portugal Portuguese Knuckle Joe —

Trivia[edit]

  • Knuckle Joe, Gray Fox, Lyn and Shadow the Hedgehog are the only Assist Trophies in Brawl to say a complete phrase.
  • In Brawl, Knuckle Joe's official artwork has his mouth wide open, while his trophy has his mouth shut.
  • Knuckle Joe is one of two Kirby characters to be voiced in the Japanese version of the series by the actor who played them in the Kirby: Right Back at Ya! anime, the other being Meta Knight. Both of them are also voiced by different actors in the English version of the series than they were in the anime.
  • Rising Break has an electricity effect in Smash, but not in the Kirby series. This is in reference to how its name in Japanese sounds like "Raijin Break" (Raijin is the god of thunder in Japanese).
  • Knuckle Joe is the only Assist Trophy in SSB4 who is a common enemy in his home universe that is not an enemy in Smash Run.

External links[edit]


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Brawl Andross · Barbara · Devil · Dr. Wright · Excitebikes · Gray Fox · Hammer Bro · Helirin · Infantry & Tanks · Isaac · Jeff · Jill · Kat & Ana · Knuckle Joe · Lakitu & Spinies · Little Mac · Lyn · Metroid · Mr. Resetti · Nintendog · Ray Mk III · Saki · Samurai Goroh · Shadow · Starfy · Tingle · Waluigi
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Ultimate Akira · Alucard · Andross · Arcade Bunny · Ashley · Black Knight · Bomberman · Burrowing Snagret · Chain Chomp · Chef Kawasaki · Color TV-Game 15 · Devil · Dillon · Dr. Kawashima · Dr. Wright · Flies & Hand · Ghirahim · Ghosts · Gray Fox · Guile · Hammer Bro · Isaac · Jeff · Kapp'n · Klaptrap · Knuckle Joe · Knuckles · Krystal · Lyn · Metroid · Midna · Moon · Mother Brain · Nightmare · Nikki · Nintendog · Phosphora · Prince of Sablé · Rathalos · Riki · Rodin · Samurai Goroh · Shadow · Sheriff · Shovel Knight · Skull Kid · Spring Man · Squid Sisters · Starfy · Starman · Sukapon · Takamaru · Thwomp · Tiki · Vince · Waluigi · Wily Capsule · Yuri · Zero
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Kirby (universe) Kirby universe
Fighters Kirby (SSB · SSBM · SSBB · SSB4 · SSBU) · Meta Knight (SSBB · SSB4 · SSBU) · King Dedede (SSBB · SSB4 · SSBU)
Assist Trophies Knuckle Joe · Nightmare · Chef Kawasaki
Bosses Giant Kirby · Marx
Stages Dream Land · Fountain of Dreams · Green Greens · Halberd · Dream Land GB · The Great Cave Offensive
Items Maxim Tomato · Star Rod · Parasol · Warp Star · Apple · Dragoon · Superspicy Curry · Bomber
Enemies Bonkers · Bronto Burt · Gordo · Parasol Waddle Dee · Plasma Wisp · Shotzo · Tac · Waddle Dee · Waddle Doo
Other Gourmet Race · Whispy Woods
Trophies, Stickers and Spirits Trophies (SSBM · SSBB · SSB4) · Stickers · Spirits
Music Brawl · SSB4 · Ultimate
Masterpieces Kirby's Dream Land · Kirby's Adventure · Kirby Super Star
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