This is
the first in a series of topics by me, the one and only SiR6,
to allow all of KRR to share their views on Kirby's many
abilities. And he starter for the sreies...
Parasol Kirby
Parasol, as I see it, is really one of Kirby's more
under-appreciated abilities. many people flock to Bomb, Ice,
Fire, Hammer, and Sword before they even THINK about the
powerful Parasol for some reason. Yet, Parasol has many an
advantage that the others just don't give. For one thing, in
Adventure and Nightmare in Dreamland, Kirby can float down,
and if you tap Down, that makes him go into his dive attack
from any height.
Parasol also makes excellent protection. Unlike Freeze,
Needle, and Spark, Kirby can MOVE while protecting his head,
and there's also the KSS shield move. Parasol is also able to
scatter small energy blasts, and it doesn't spin in the air,
so Kirby doesn't need to get dangerously close to the enemy as
if he were using Hammer or Sword. And of course, the floating
can be a lifesaver in some areas. About the only problem I
have with it is in KSS that the Parasol Drill and Parasol Dive
can be tough to pull off without getting hit against bosses
(especially Meta-Knight). That, and Parasol Roll can be tough
to use depending on the foe... sometimes, it's impossible to
grab something without risking your neck, and others, the move
is useless (Computer Virus, Dyna Blade)
But, people, don't let my personal problems with Parasol sway
YOUR opinions. Don't forget, it's actually STRNGER than Sword,
and has better range than Hammer. And, in KSS, the Parasol
nullifies some damage that would still be slightly felt by
blocking. And, it's compatible in watery environments.
My rating for Parasol is: 8/10. If it weren't for the KSS
problems and the slowed airspeed while drifting, this would
have a perfect score. but, it's good for having fun and
beating up bosses, and you can actually finish The Arena with
this faster than with Sword. Plus, it's just plain unexpected
that a Parasol could be mightier than Galaxia itself.
Parasol Kirby