Moltres

Moltres
File:MoltresArt.png
Games	SSBM, SSBB,
Move	Sky Attack, Fly
Rarity	Rare

Moltres is a fictional creature in the Pokémon media franchise.

Creature description

Moltres is a large orange bird with plumage of fire, and is one of a trio of legendary avian species that are capable of powerful abilities based on elements. Information from the Pokédex entries throughout the Pokémon RPG series states the following: Known as "the fire bird" for its powers over fire, every flap of its flaring wings creates a giant dazzle of flashing flames that turns even the night sky red and scatters embers, which is a thrilling sight to behold. It is said to migrate from the south along with the spring and bring early spring to the wintry lands it visits. If it is injured, it is said to dip its body into the molten magma of a volcano to burn and heal itself.

Moltres is one of the three Legendary Bird Pokémon that appeared in the first generation games. Moltres's whole body is made of flames, and it appears to resemble a phoenix. In the original Pokémon, Moltres can be found on Victory Road. In the GBA remake however, Moltres can be found on top of Mt. Ember. Moltres changes location again in HeartGold and SoulSilver, this time being found in Mt.Silver. Moltres has made numerous appearances in the Anime.

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Moltres in Melee.

In Super Smash Bros.

Moltres made a minor cameo in Super Smash Bros. as a background character. In Saffron City, very rarely, Moltres would fly by in the background.

In Super Smash Bros. Melee

As a Poké Ball Pokémon

Moltres appears as a Poké Ball Pokémon in Melee. Moltres uses Sky Attack as its attack. Moltres remains in the middle of the screen for a few seconds then flies. Any character that makes contact with Moltres will take heavy damage, will be sent straight up and OHKOd. There are some instances when touching Moltres in the air meteor smashes the player. These are the only instances where someone can survive touching Moltres under normal conditions. Moltres is a legendary Pokémon, so its appearance is rare. Moltres's attack does not harm the summoner.

As a trophy

Moltres features as a collectible trophy, unlocked as one of the 100+ trophies that can be collected randomly during normal play, such as in the Trophy Lottery and throughout the various Single-player Regular Matches. It reads as follows:

As tradition has it, the onset of spring heralds the return of this legendary Pokémon from its southern home. Its bright orange color and fiery aspect lends to its overwhelming appearance. Sky Attack, the strongest of flying moves, is a perfect fit for this burning phenom, but it obviously also excels at powerful Fire-type moves.

• Pokémon Red & Blue, 09/98

Moltres in Brawl.

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl

As a Poké Ball Pokémon

Moltres returns to Brawl from Melee, but with its attack detailed. One would think that with the exclusive moves of Articuno (Blizzard) and Zapdos (Thunder) from Melee, the motionless Moltres would simply use its burning body to perform Sky Attack. But the Dojo states that Moltres simply uses Fly. Either way, it performs the same move and notion as it did in Melee. The main body of Moltres, upon being touched by a character, meteor smashes them with intense force, while the wings of Moltres send a character flying upwards, again with intense force. Just like in Melee, Moltres can still OHKO. Moltres is the only original Legendary Bird to appear in Brawl. Moltres was slightly nerfed from Melee to Brawl due to it's body meteor smashing the opponent while the wings are the ones who sent the opponent upwards, reducing the chance of hitting but only for a little since Moltres is a large Pokemon.

Trophy Description

A Flame Pokémon. It's one of the legendary bird Pokémon. When Moltres appears in a town, it is said that spring will come earlier there than in other towns. If Moltres is injured, it apparently returns to a volcano to heal its wings with magma. Moltres spreads its wide, flame-covered wings and attacks opponents with the exciting and highly damaging Sky Attack.

Trivia

• Moltres is the only pokemon that is able to OHKO opponents in both Melee and Brawl.