This article is about Galacta Knight's appearance in Super Smash Bros. Infinite. For other uses, see Galacta Knight.
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Galacta Knight joins the fight as Meta Knight’s Echo Fighter. This being is known for being the strongest in the galaxy. He can some multiple swords at once with Knight Beam!
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—Description from the Super Smash Blog.
Galacta Knight (ギャラクティックナイト, Galactic Knight) is a newcomer from the series Kirby. He is confirmed to be an Echo Fighter of Meta Knight and the second Kirby newcomer in the launch roster. He was revealed via tweet on the official Super Smash Bros. Infinite Twitter along with a small gameplay trailer on February 20XX.
Galacta Knight is the echo fighter for Meta Knight so they share some of the same attacks and attributes but he does differ in a few particular moves and attributes.
Thanks to his shield, he is able to deflect incoming projectiles when standing motionless.
His Infinite Jab will instead unleash a short beam when he is at 0% damage which is a nod to his source material.
Mach Tornado has a pinkish hue and functions similar to Meta Knight’s Brawl version.
Galacta Knight gains a new Down Special Move: Knight Beam.
Galacta Knight has a unique Final Smash called Judgement Day.
Moveset[]
Tilts, Smashes, Aerials & Throws[]
Special Moves[]
Galacta Knight’sSpecial Moves
Standard Special
Mach Tornado
Spins rapidly and forms a tornado around himself. Button mashing both increases the move's duration and makes Galacta Knight ascend slightly; he can also move left and right. Unlike Meta Knight, the attack does multiple hits of damage like its earlier iterations. Galacta Knight’s has a pinkish hue.
Side Special
Drill Rush
Galacta Knight rushes sideways, spinning in the fashion of a drill with his spear outstretched. The flight path can be maneuvered up or down, allowing it to function as a recovery option (although it will render him helpless).
Up Special
Shuttle Loop
Galacta Knight soars high into the air, slashing with his lance pointed upwards. He then swoops downward and rises upward in a fast loop, slashing a second time during the ascent.
Down Special
Knight Beam
He summons three light swords, with quite a bit of startup, which will then release at an angle one after the other. After being released they will last for quite a while, and will bounce off of platforms and walls. This move can be angled in every direction except beneath him, unless this moved is used in the air in which every direction can be angled.
When Galacta Knight triggers his final Smash, a butterfly will land on his spear, transforming him into Morpho Knight. Morpho Knight will lunge, forward and fly upwards. Any opponent caught in the attack will be teleported to the center of the stage for a Greninja/Ike/Cloud style final smash, where Morpho Knight will bertate the opponent with his flame sword. Rather than spike the opponent down however, this final smash will be located at ground level. For the final hit, Morpho Knight will summon two massive swords, Slashing them on both sides of him sending the opponent upwards, and damaging any opponents caught in the crossfire.
Taunts[]
Up Taunt: Galacta Knight briefly vanishes and performs several light-speed dashes before reappearing.
Down Taunt: Galacta Knight wraps himself with his wimgs and rises in the air slightly before spinning and laughing menacingly.
Right Taunt: Galacta Knight thrusts his spear forward while saying "Come at me"
Left Taunt: Galacta Turns to face away from the opponent while saying" Weak..." whole his eyes glow brightly.
On-Screen Appearance[]
Appears within a pink crystal and then shatters it before performing a quick slash spin and stabbing upwards.
Idle Poses[]
Spreads his wings slightly.
Carresses his sword.
Victory Poses[]
Swipes once to his right, points his lance upwards then stabs the floor. It’s similar to his entrance animation but has more flair to it.
Levigtates in the air, expands his wings, and flies off into the air; out of sight. He then swoops down and attacks the screen before zooming off again.
Slashes a few times before holding his sword aloft and says "Fear me..."
Classic Mode: The Strongest Warrior[]
All opponents are characters noted for their immense strength and abilities within their universe. This is because Galacta Knight is seen as the strongest warrior in history and seeks other strong opponents in order to defeat them.
Round
Opponent
Stage
Music
Notes
References
1
Suzaku Castle
Ryu Stage Type B
Ryu is constantly searching for strong opponents. While he isn’t the strongest character in Street Fighter, he is technically the strongest Street Fighter rep in the roster.
2
Spear Pillar
Gym Leader Battle (Sword & Shield)
Mewtwo was one of the strongest Pokemon back in Generation 1 but has since conceded the title to legends like Arceus and Calyrex. Despite this though, Mewtwo still acknowledged as being one of the strongest Pokémon in existence.
3
Bridge of Eldin
Death Mountain
Ganondorf may consistently be defeated by Link in most Legend of Zelda games, he is still a force to be reckoned with. Unlike Ganondorf, Link consistently has to overcome challenges to defeat the King of Evil. Even then, it requires divine intervention of some sort for him to finally finish off the beast.
4
Palutena’s Temple
Destroyed Skyworld
Being a goddess, Palutena is light years stronger than most of the Kid Icarus cast. It’s because of her that Pit is capable of fighting as she grants him the power.
Despite his appearance, Barista is one of the most over-powered characters in Rhythm Heaven as he is capable of finishing games for players, gives advice, and hands out stamps.
6
North Cave
Decisive Battle
Sephiroth is one of the strongest members of SOLDIER in history who further augmented his power upon transforming into his later forms.
BONUS
Race to the Finish
FINAL
Halberd
Kirby Battle Royals: Main Theme
Meta Knight is fought after defeating the first three fighters.
The first battle mimics the fight against Galacta Knight in Star Allies while the fight against Meta Knight is a nod to the battle in Meta Knightmare Ultra.
