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[[File:Bigblue.jpg|thumb|200px|The [[Big Blue]] stage in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', featuring the Falcon Flyer as a platform.]]
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The '''Falcon Flyer''' is a ship which [[Captain Falcon]] mostly uses to complete his bounty hunter missions. Interestingly, in the ''F-Zero'' series itself, he never uses it - although it is shown in the comic that came with the original [[F-Zero (game)|''F-Zero'' game]] - and so its only video game appearances are in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series. It first appeared in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' as both a trophy and on the [[Big Blue]] stage.
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The '''Falcon Flyer''' is a ship which [[Captain Falcon]] mostly uses to complete his bounty hunter missions.  


The Falcon Flyer appears in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'s'' [[Adventure Mode: The Subspace Emissary]], summoned by [[Captain Falcon (SSBB)|Captain Falcon]] to escape from [[The Subspace Bomb Factory (Part II)|the about-to-explode Subspace Bomb Factory]]; then he, [[Samus (SSBB)|Samus]], [[Pikachu (SSBB)|Pikachu]], [[Donkey Kong (SSBB)|Donkey Kong]], [[Diddy Kong (SSBB)|Diddy Kong]], [[Olimar (SSBB)|Olimar]] and [[R.O.B. (SSBB)|R.O.B.]] then must face [[Meta Ridley]] on top of the Falcon Flyer. After Meta Ridley's defeat, the Falcon Flyer (piloted by Captain Falcon) - along with the [[Halberd]] - lands where the rest of the heroes are, and helps in the assault to stop the [[Subspace Gunship]].
==Origin==
The Falcon Flyer is first seen in the ''F-Zero'' instruction manual and makes further appearances in various comic book adaptations of the series. It is described as a large, high-tech mothership that carries the [[Blue Falcon]]. Captain Falcon uses it to travel the galaxy in search of his next bounty hunter mission. Despite its prominence to the story, Falcon Flyer has never appeared in an ''F-Zero'' game. Its first appearance in any video game was ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' as a trophy and as a stage element in [[Big Blue]].
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==Trophy descriptions==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
===As a stage element===
[[File:BBLUE-NRML-SSBM.jpg|left|thumb|Falcon Flyer as it appears on Big Blue in ''Melee''.]]
Falcon Flyer is prominently featured as a moving platform in [[Big Blue]]. This is officially its first appearance in a video game.
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[[File:Falcon Flyer Trophy Melee.png|thumb|100px|The Falcon Flyer trophy from ''Melee''.]]
===Trophy===
The Falcon Flyer appears as a trophy in ''Melee'' and ''Brawl''.
{{Trophy
===''Melee''===
|name=Falcon Flyer
''Captain Falcon's speedy midsize star cruiser boasts an on-board computer that allows Falcon to control it remotely ... perhaps that's why it's never appeared on-screen in an F-Zero game. Without this ship, Falcon couldn't prowl the galaxy like a lone wolf: the Blue Falcon is a state-of-the-art machine, but it's only used for F-Zero races.''
|image=Falcon Flyer Trophy Melee.png
{{Trophy games|console1=GC|game1=Super Smash Bros. Melee}}
|desc=Captain Falcon's speedy midsize star cruiser boasts an on-board computer that allows Falcon to control it remotely...perhaps that's why it's never appeared on-screen in an F-Zero game. Without this ship, Falcon couldn't prowl the galaxy like a lone wolf: the Blue Falcon is a state-of-the-art machine, but it's only used for F-Zero races.
|gamelist={{Trophy games|game1=F-Zero|release1=8/91}}
|game=Melee
}}
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[[File:Falcon Flyer - Brawl Trophy.png|thumb|100px|The Falcon Flyer trophy from ''Brawl''.]]
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
===''Brawl''===
===As a stage element===
''Captain Falcon's speedy, midsized galactic cruiser, equipped with an onboard computer. Captain Falcon uses the Falcon Flyer mainly to track down criminals when he's plying his trade as a bounty hunter. Of course, it also comes in handy for transporting and maintaining the Blue Falcon. The Falcon Flyer is an exceedingly reliable partner. ''
[[File:Bigblue.jpg|left|thumb|Falcon Flyer as it appears on Big Blue in ''Brawl''.]]
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Falcon Flyer returns as a stage element in [[Big Blue]]. It has received a visual update to match the aesthetic of this game.
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===In [[Subspace Emissary]]===
[[File:MetaRidleyFireball.jpg|left|thumb|The Falcon Flyer as a platform for fighting Meta Ridley.]]
The Falcon Flyer appears in [[Adventure Mode: The Subspace Emissary]], summoned by {{SSBB|Captain Falcon}} to escape from [[The Subspace Bomb Factory (Part II)|the doomed]] [[Isle of the Ancients]]; then he, {{SSBB|Samus}}, {{SSBB|Pikachu}}, {{SSBB|Donkey Kong}}, {{SSBB|Diddy Kong}}, {{SSBB|Olimar}} and {{SSBB|R.O.B.}} must face [[Meta Ridley]] on top of the Falcon Flyer. After Meta Ridley's defeat, the Flyer (piloted by Captain Falcon)&mdash;along with the [[Halberd]]&mdash;lands where the rest of the heroes are and helps in the assault to stop the [[Subspace Gunship]].
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===Trophy===
{{Trophy
|name=Falcon Flyer
|image=Falcon Flyer - Brawl Trophy.png
|desc-ntsc=Captain Falcon's speedy, midsized galactic cruiser, equipped with an onboard computer. Captain Falcon uses the Falcon Flyer mainly to track down criminals when he's plying his trade as a bounty hunter. Of course, it also comes in handy for transporting and maintaining the Blue Falcon. The Falcon Flyer is an exceedingly reliable partner.
|desc-pal=Captain Falcon's speedy, mid-sized galactic cruiser, equipped with an onboard computer. Captain Falcon uses the Falcon Flyer mainly to track down criminals when he's plying his trade as a bounty hunter. Of course, it also comes in handy for transporting and maintaining the Blue Falcon. The Falcon Flyer is an exceedingly reliable partner.
|gamelist={{Trophy games|console1=GCN|game1=Super Smash Bros. Melee}}
|game=Brawl
}}
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
===Trophy===
{{Trophy
|name=Falcon Flyer
|image-3ds=FalconFlyerTrophy3DS.png
|image-wiiu=FalconFlyerTrophyWiiU.png
|desc-ntsc=The treasured ship of the bounty hunter Captain Falcon. Don't get this confused with the Blue Falcon, his F-Zero machine. The nose looks like a falcon, reflecting Captain Falcon's dauntless pursuit of his prey. Beware, bounty heads! Captain Falcon will track you down!
|desc-pal=Captain Falcon's beloved ship. However, it isn't so much a racing machine as it is his personal base of operations, used for chasing down his targets as a bounty hunter. A ship with style and substance, it's the perfect fit for our intrepid hero as he scours the galaxy!
|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=GCN|game1=Super Smash Bros. Melee|release1=12/2001|console2=Wii|game2=Super Smash Bros. Brawl|release2=03/2008}}
|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=GCN|game1=Super Smash Bros. Melee|release1=05/2002|console2=Wii|game2=Super Smash Bros. Brawl|release2=06/2008}}
}}
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
===As a stage element===
[[File:SSBU-Big Blue.png|left|thumb|Falcon Flyer as it appears on Big Blue in ''Ultimate''.]]
Falcon Flyer returns as a stage element in [[Big Blue]]. It has received a visual update to match the aesthetic of this game.
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*The Falcon Flyer has two rear engines on Big Blue, while it has three in its trophy.
*During the Meta Ridley battle, the Falcon Flyer is technically considered an enemy; its object name in the game files is "EmnFalconflyer" and it produces hitboxes in conjunction with some of Meta Ridley's attacks.
*During the Meta Ridley battle, the Falcon Flyer is technically considered an enemy; its object name in the game files is "EmnFalconflyer" and it produces hitboxes in conjunction with some of Meta Ridley's attacks.


==See also==
{{F-Zero}}
*[[List of SSBM trophies (F-Zero series)]]
[[Category:Trophies (SSBM)]]
*[[List of SSBB trophies (F-Zero series)]]
 
[[Category:Trophies (SSBB)]]
[[Category:Trophies (SSBB)]]
[[Category:Trophies (SSB4-3DS)]]
[[Category:Trophies (SSB4-Wii U)]]
[[Category:F-Zero universe]]
[[Category:F-Zero universe]]

Latest revision as of 13:06, August 6, 2024

Falcon Flyer
FalconFlyerFZManual.png
FZeroSymbol.svg
The Falcon Flyer as seen in the comic book that came with F-Zero.
Universe F-Zero
Debut Super Smash Bros. Melee (2001)
Smash Bros. appearances Melee
Brawl
SSB4
Ultimate
Most recent non-Smash appearance Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (2018)
Console/platform of origin Nintendo GameCube
Article on F-Zero Wiki Falcon Flyer

The Falcon Flyer is a ship which Captain Falcon mostly uses to complete his bounty hunter missions.

Origin[edit]

The Falcon Flyer is first seen in the F-Zero instruction manual and makes further appearances in various comic book adaptations of the series. It is described as a large, high-tech mothership that carries the Blue Falcon. Captain Falcon uses it to travel the galaxy in search of his next bounty hunter mission. Despite its prominence to the story, Falcon Flyer has never appeared in an F-Zero game. Its first appearance in any video game was Super Smash Bros. Melee as a trophy and as a stage element in Big Blue.

In Super Smash Bros. Melee[edit]

As a stage element[edit]

Falcon Flyer as it appears on Big Blue in Melee.

Falcon Flyer is prominently featured as a moving platform in Big Blue. This is officially its first appearance in a video game.

Trophy[edit]

Falcon Flyer's trophy in Melee
Falcon Flyer
Captain Falcon's speedy midsize star cruiser boasts an on-board computer that allows Falcon to control it remotely...perhaps that's why it's never appeared on-screen in an F-Zero game. Without this ship, Falcon couldn't prowl the galaxy like a lone wolf: the Blue Falcon is a state-of-the-art machine, but it's only used for F-Zero races.
F-Zero (8/91)

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl[edit]

As a stage element[edit]

Falcon Flyer as it appears on Big Blue in Brawl.

Falcon Flyer returns as a stage element in Big Blue. It has received a visual update to match the aesthetic of this game.

In Subspace Emissary[edit]

The Falcon Flyer as a platform for fighting Meta Ridley.

The Falcon Flyer appears in Adventure Mode: The Subspace Emissary, summoned by Captain Falcon to escape from the doomed Isle of the Ancients; then he, Samus, Pikachu, Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, Olimar and R.O.B. must face Meta Ridley on top of the Falcon Flyer. After Meta Ridley's defeat, the Flyer (piloted by Captain Falcon)—along with the Halberd—lands where the rest of the heroes are and helps in the assault to stop the Subspace Gunship.

Trophy[edit]

Falcon Flyer's trophy in Brawl
Falcon Flyer
NTSC Captain Falcon's speedy, midsized galactic cruiser, equipped with an onboard computer. Captain Falcon uses the Falcon Flyer mainly to track down criminals when he's plying his trade as a bounty hunter. Of course, it also comes in handy for transporting and maintaining the Blue Falcon. The Falcon Flyer is an exceedingly reliable partner.
PAL Captain Falcon's speedy, mid-sized galactic cruiser, equipped with an onboard computer. Captain Falcon uses the Falcon Flyer mainly to track down criminals when he's plying his trade as a bounty hunter. Of course, it also comes in handy for transporting and maintaining the Blue Falcon. The Falcon Flyer is an exceedingly reliable partner.
GameCube: Super Smash Bros. Melee

In Super Smash Bros. 4[edit]

Trophy[edit]

Falcon Flyer's trophy in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
Falcon Flyer's trophy in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Falcon Flyer
NTSC The treasured ship of the bounty hunter Captain Falcon. Don't get this confused with the Blue Falcon, his F-Zero machine. The nose looks like a falcon, reflecting Captain Falcon's dauntless pursuit of his prey. Beware, bounty heads! Captain Falcon will track you down!
GameCube: Super Smash Bros. Melee (12/2001)
Wii: Super Smash Bros. Brawl (03/2008)
PAL Captain Falcon's beloved ship. However, it isn't so much a racing machine as it is his personal base of operations, used for chasing down his targets as a bounty hunter. A ship with style and substance, it's the perfect fit for our intrepid hero as he scours the galaxy!
GameCube: Super Smash Bros. Melee (05/2002)
Wii: Super Smash Bros. Brawl (06/2008)

In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]

As a stage element[edit]

Falcon Flyer as it appears on Big Blue in Ultimate.

Falcon Flyer returns as a stage element in Big Blue. It has received a visual update to match the aesthetic of this game.

Trivia[edit]

  • During the Meta Ridley battle, the Falcon Flyer is technically considered an enemy; its object name in the game files is "EmnFalconflyer" and it produces hitboxes in conjunction with some of Meta Ridley's attacks.


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Assist Trophy Samurai Goroh
Stages Mute City · Big Blue · Port Town Aero Dive · Mute City SNES
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Vehicles F-Zero Racers (Blue Falcon) · Falcon Flyer
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Music Brawl · SSB4 · Ultimate
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