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{{disambig2|Kirby's side special move, Hammer|other uses|Hammer (disambiguation)}}
'''Hammer''' ({{ja|ハンマー|Hanmā}}, ''Hammer'') is [[Kirby]]'s [[side special move]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. It was replaced by [[Hammer Flip]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''.


{{disambig2|Kirby's side special move, Hammer|other uses|Hammer (disambiguation)}}
'''Hammer''' ({{ja|ハンマー}} ''Hanmā''), known as '''Hammer Flip''' ({{ja|鬼ごろし火炎ハンマー}}, ''[[wikipedia:Oni|Oni]]-Slaying Flame Hammer'') in the [[NTSC]] version of ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', is [[Kirby]]'s [[side special move]], introduced in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''. When used, Kirby takes hold of a hammer and horizontally swings it forwards, dealing a strong blow to enemies at medium range.
==Overview==
==Overview==
===In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''===
===In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''===
When used on the ground, the hammer has a very [[punish]]able [[sourspot]].
[[File:Kirby Hammer SSBM.png|thumb|150px|Hammer being used in the air in ''Melee'']]
 
When used on the ground, Kirby takes hold of a hammer and horizontally swings it forwards, dealing a strong blow to enemies at medium range. In this form, the hammer has a very [[punish]]able [[sourspot]].
When used in the air, the attack takes on a new form, where Kirby swings the hammer in a vertical forward-somersaulting circle. This version of the attack strikes multiple times and can be used to slow Kirby's fall. Not only that, said midair version can be used to rack up decent damage via its wide hitbox after moves like Kirby's forward throw, regardless if it misses or not.  


When used in the air, the attack takes on a new form, where Kirby swings the hammer in a vertical forward-somersaulting circle. This version of the attack strikes multiple times and can be used to slow Kirby's fall. Not only that, said midair version can be used to rack up decent damage via its wide hitbox after moves like Kirby's forward throw, regardless if it misses or not.
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===In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''===
===In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''===
 
[[File:Double Hammer.jpg|thumb|150px|Kirby using the aerial version of Hammer in ''Brawl'']]
The sourspot from ''Melee'''s grounded version has been strengthened and is now harder to hit with. Overall, the move is one of Kirby's best KO moves.
The sourspot from ''Melee'''s grounded version has been strengthened and is now harder to hit with. Overall, the move is one of Kirby's best KO moves.
When used in the air, Kirby swings the hammer horizontally twice, with the first hit being stronger with diagonal knockback and the second hit being a [[semi-spike]]. This version of the attack is useful against [[boss]]es, as it can deal a total of 32% damage when both hits connect, and it can be used multiple times in one jump. It also decreases Kirby's falling speed, and can aid Kirby's horizontal recovery by a small distance. However, it does not provide any distance when used without moving horizontally.
When used in the air, Kirby swings the hammer horizontally twice, with the first hit being stronger with diagonal knockback and the second hit being a [[semi-spike]]. This version of the attack is useful against [[boss]]es, as it can deal a total of 32% damage when both hits connect, and it can be used multiple times in one jump. It also decreases Kirby's falling speed, and can aid Kirby's horizontal recovery by a small distance. However, it does not provide any distance when used without moving horizontally.


The '''non-bouncing Kirby glitch''' is a glitch that prevents Kirby from bouncing on springs. It is accomplished by using Hammer just before landing on any non-item spring.
The '''non-bouncing Kirby glitch''' is a glitch that prevents Kirby from bouncing on springs. It is accomplished by using Hammer just before landing on any non-item spring.
 
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===In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''===
==Instructional quotes==
 
{{InstructionalQuotes
Kirby's Hammer retains its function in ''Smash 4''. However, it can now be charged with functionality like [[Jet Hammer]], allowing Kirby to move around and jump while charging the move. Also like the Jet Hammer, Kirby will receive [[recoil damage]] if the move is charged for too long, though this damage is not inflicted if Kirby's damage reaches or is above 100%. The move now uses a [[flame]] effect. When fully charged, it can reliably KO at 40%. It has less knockback when used in the air, but Kirby still swings twice if the attack is not fully charged.
|ssbmchar=Kirby
 
|ssbmdesc=Swing a mighty hammer vertically in the air or side-to-side on the ground.
In the [[NTSC]] version of ''Smash 4'', the move is called '''Hammer Flip''', the same name as a different move usable by Hammer Kirby in the {{uv|Kirby}} series that is his Up+{{button|3DS|B}} attack in its respective games. The move is still called '''Hammer''' in [[PAL]] regions, and the name "Hammer Flip" refers only to the fully charged version of the move.
|ssbbchar=Kirby
 
|ssbbdesc=Attack with a giant hammer. The attack strikes horizontally in the air and on the ground.
The way Kirby moves while charging the move is similar to unused animations found in the files for the character in ''Brawl'', suggesting that Hammer Flip was intended for inclusion in ''Brawl''.
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==Customization==
Special Move customization was added in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. These are the variations:
# '''Hammer Bash''': Nearly identical to Hammer in ''Brawl''.
# '''Giant Hammer''': The hammer is giant, making it much slower, but also much stronger.
 
==Origin==
==Origin==
Hammer is one of Kirby's many copied abilities from his various adventures. It is often one of the most powerful ones, dealing massive damage to enemies. The hammer is almost identical in appearance to King Dedede's. The way Kirby swings his hammer is almost similar to the Hammer Flip move from the said ability (where Kirby swings upward/inwards with a flaming hammer), rather than swinging downward from above his head, like it the ''Kirby'' series. His midair version of the attack in ''Melee'' resembles the midair attack done with the ability, Giant Hammer Swing, though Kirby would only swing the hammer once in midair.
[[File:Hammer-Origin.png|thumb|200px|Kirby with the Hammer Copy Ability in ''Kirby's Adventure''.]]
 
Hammer is one of Kirby's many Copy Abilities from his various adventures, most frequently obtained by [[Inhale (Kirby)|inhaling]] the mini-boss [[Bonkers]]. It is often one of the most powerful ones, dealing massive damage to enemies. The hammer is almost identical in appearance to [[King Dedede]]'s. The way Kirby swings his hammer is almost identical to the {{s|wikirby|Hammer Flip}} move from the said ability (where Kirby swings upward with a flaming hammer, rather than swinging downward from above his head). His midair version of the attack in ''Melee'' resembles the midair attack done with the ability, Giant Hammer Swing, though Kirby would only swing the hammer once in midair.
In ''Smash 4'', the Hammer Flip is based on the move of the same name in the ''Kirby'' series, which deals the most damage of any move gained from a standard copy ability.
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==Description from the ''Melee'' instruction booklet==
''Swing a mighty hammer vertically in the air or side-to-side on the ground.''
 
==Description from the ''Brawl'' instruction booklet==
''Attack with a giant hammer. The attack strikes horizontally in the air and on the ground.''
 
==Description from the {{for3ds}} foldout==
''Attack with a hammer. Can be charged.''


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<center><gallery widths="250x250">
<gallery>
KirbyHammerSSBM.png|Hammer being used on the ground (''Melee'').
KirbyHammerSSBM.png|Hammer being used on the ground (''Melee'').
Kirby Hammer SSBM.png|Hammer being used in the air (''Melee'').
Kirby Hammer Midair.png|Hammer being used in the air (''Brawl'').
Kirby Hammer Midair.png|Hammer being used in the air (''Brawl'').
KirbyBrawlHammerWalkUnused.gif|Unused animation of Kirby walking with the Hammer held.
KirbyBrawlHammerWalkUnused.gif|Unused animation of Kirby walking with the Hammer held.
KirbyBrawlHammerMaxUnused.gif|Unused animation of a very long Hammer swing.
KirbyBrawlHammerMaxUnused.gif|Unused animation of a very long Hammer swing.
Kirby hammer.jpg|Hammer being used on the ground in ''Brawl''.
</gallery>
SSB4-U Hammer Flip.png|Hammer Flip being charged in {{forwiiu}}.
Kirby Air Hammer SSB4 Wii U.jpg|Airborne Hammer Flip in ''[[SSB4]]'' for Wii U.
</gallery></center>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
[[File:Kirbyspecialbeta.png|thumb|right|Kirby's beta Hammer in the E3 2006 trailer for ''Brawl''.]]
[[File:Kirbyspecialbeta.png|thumb|Kirby's beta Hammer in the E3 2006 trailer for ''Brawl''.]]
*In the E3 2006 movie of ''Brawl'', Kirby is seen using the vertical spin version of the aerial Hammer, identical to its appearance in ''Melee''.
*In the E3 2006 movie of ''Brawl'', Kirby is seen using the vertical spin version of the aerial Hammer, identical to its appearance in ''Melee''.
*Unused animations revealed that Kirby was originally able to walk and charge his Hammer. In the final build, King Dedede has a similar ability with his [[Jet Hammer]].
**This option was finally given to Kirby in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', with the ability named [[Hammer Flip]].
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==Technical details==
*[[Kirby (SSBM)/Side special]]
*[[Kirby (SSBB)/Side special]]


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Latest revision as of 08:59, April 12, 2023

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Hammer being used in Brawl.
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This article is about Kirby's side special move, Hammer. For other uses, see Hammer (disambiguation).

Hammer (ハンマー, Hammer) is Kirby's side special move in Super Smash Bros. Melee and Super Smash Bros. Brawl. It was replaced by Hammer Flip in Super Smash Bros. 4.

Overview[edit]

In Super Smash Bros. Melee[edit]

Hammer being used in the air in Melee

When used on the ground, Kirby takes hold of a hammer and horizontally swings it forwards, dealing a strong blow to enemies at medium range. In this form, the hammer has a very punishable sourspot.

When used in the air, the attack takes on a new form, where Kirby swings the hammer in a vertical forward-somersaulting circle. This version of the attack strikes multiple times and can be used to slow Kirby's fall. Not only that, said midair version can be used to rack up decent damage via its wide hitbox after moves like Kirby's forward throw, regardless if it misses or not.

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl[edit]

Kirby using the aerial version of Hammer in Brawl

The sourspot from Melee's grounded version has been strengthened and is now harder to hit with. Overall, the move is one of Kirby's best KO moves. When used in the air, Kirby swings the hammer horizontally twice, with the first hit being stronger with diagonal knockback and the second hit being a semi-spike. This version of the attack is useful against bosses, as it can deal a total of 32% damage when both hits connect, and it can be used multiple times in one jump. It also decreases Kirby's falling speed, and can aid Kirby's horizontal recovery by a small distance. However, it does not provide any distance when used without moving horizontally.

The non-bouncing Kirby glitch is a glitch that prevents Kirby from bouncing on springs. It is accomplished by using Hammer just before landing on any non-item spring.

Instructional quotes[edit]

Super Smash Bros. Melee instruction booklet Kirby (SSBM) Swing a mighty hammer vertically in the air or side-to-side on the ground.
Super Smash Bros. Brawl instruction booklet Kirby (SSBB) Attack with a giant hammer. The attack strikes horizontally in the air and on the ground.

Origin[edit]

Kirby with the Hammer Copy Ability in Kirby's Adventure.

Hammer is one of Kirby's many Copy Abilities from his various adventures, most frequently obtained by inhaling the mini-boss Bonkers. It is often one of the most powerful ones, dealing massive damage to enemies. The hammer is almost identical in appearance to King Dedede's. The way Kirby swings his hammer is almost identical to the Hammer Flip move from the said ability (where Kirby swings upward with a flaming hammer, rather than swinging downward from above his head). His midair version of the attack in Melee resembles the midair attack done with the ability, Giant Hammer Swing, though Kirby would only swing the hammer once in midair.

Gallery[edit]

Trivia[edit]

Kirby's beta Hammer in the E3 2006 trailer for Brawl.
  • In the E3 2006 movie of Brawl, Kirby is seen using the vertical spin version of the aerial Hammer, identical to its appearance in Melee.
  • Unused animations revealed that Kirby was originally able to walk and charge his Hammer. In the final build, King Dedede has a similar ability with his Jet Hammer.

Technical details[edit]