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Parasol

This article is about the Copy Ability. For the enemy, see Parasol (enemy).

“ Block falling objects. Fill your parasol with wind, and go for a stroll through the sky. The best comes last! That's right - Circus Throw!”
— Flavor Text • Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe

Parasol is one of Kirby's Copy Abilities that has appeared in numerous Kirby games, first seen in Kirby's Adventure.

Games

Kirby's Adventure and Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land

Parasol debuts in Kirby's Adventure. Here, Parasol has a few moves, including the ability to drift downwards, swinging the parasol forwards, and twirling it in front of him for an extended amount of time. Parasol is obtained from parasol-wielding enemies such as Waddle Dees and Waddle Doos, but only if they hold a parasol; inhaling a Waddle Dee after its separation from the parasol will yield nothing, whereas inhaling a Waddle Doo following separation will instead yield the Beam ability. Parasol is also obtained from Paint Roller's parasols.

Parasol reappears in Kirby's Adventure's remake, Kirby: Nighrmare in Dream Land, with the same moveset as the original.

Techniques

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing B Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds B, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold B Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing 1 Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds 1, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold 1 Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing Down Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds Down Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Left Stick Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold Down Button Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Kirby's Dream Course

Like Stone, Parasol is a very useful ability in that it will instantly halt Kirby's mid-air trajectory, allowing him to drop directly onto an enemy or into a hole without needing to precisely calculate a shot. However, it is less reliable than Stone, as Kirby will slowly drift forward on his parasol after activation, rather than dropping straight down. He can be guided to a limited extent by holding left or right on the D-pad, which will rotate him counterclockwise or clockwise respectively. If used on the ground, it has a braking effect similar to Needle, though less pronounced.

Kirby's Dream Land 2 and Kirby's Dream Land 3

Parasol returns as an ability in Kirby's Dream Land 2. Its moveset is identical to that from Kirby's Adventure, but the inclusion of Animal Friends expands what Kirby can do with Parasol. Parasol is now obtained from Drifter and Jumper Shoot.

In Kirby's Dream Land 3, Parasol appears again, with the same moveset as previous games, but the inclusion of Pitch, Nago, and ChuChu allows for even more combinations. Parasol is gained from Jumper Shoot, umbrella-wielding Bukisets, Sasuke, and Klinko. Gooey can also use this Copy Ability.

Techniques

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing B Y Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds B/Y, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Directional Pad Up while falling Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down/Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold B Hold Directional Pad Down Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing 1 Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds 1, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Directional Pad Up while falling Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold 1 Hold Directional Pad Down Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing Down Button Left Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds Down Button/Left Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Left Stick Up while falling Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Left Stick Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold Down Button Hold Left Stick Down Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Animal Friends

Move Controls Description Images
Rick B Y Rick balances the parasol on his nose and his partner rolls around on top of it. This attack is not very useful offensively, but it will block projectiles from the top, as well as break any Star Blocks above the duo.
Coo B Y A parasol comes out of Coo's head and he spins around, like the Tornado ability. He can move freely while using this attack.
Kine B Y Kine sticks a Parasol out of his mouth protecting his front, and damaging any rammed enemies. In the sequel, Kine sticks the parasol upwards, slowing his fall. Kine is free to move around while this move is being used.
Nago N/A Y Nago and his partner use the Parasol like a pogo stick. This will block projectiles from below and smash through enemies. The duo is invincible while using this move. N/A
ChuChu Y ChuChu and her partner hop in the parasol, as it slowly slides along the ground. Enemies/Projectiles from above will still damage the duo.
Pitch Y Pitch is hit like a golf ball by his partner. When he reaches the end of his path, he flies back to his partner. Damage will be dealt to any enemies Pitch runs into. However, Pitch's partner is left vulnerable while he is gone.

Move Controls Description Images
Rick 1 Rick balances the parasol on his nose and his partner rolls around on top of it. This attack is not very useful offensively, but it will block projectiles from the top, as well as break any Star Blocks above the duo.
Coo 1 A parasol comes out of Coo's head and he spins around, like the Tornado ability. He can move freely while using this attack.
Kine 1 Kine sticks a Parasol out of his mouth protecting his front, and damaging any rammed enemies. In the sequel, Kine sticks the parasol upwards, slowing his fall. Kine is free to move around while this move is being used.
Nago 1 Nago and his partner use the Parasol like a pogo stick. This will block projectiles from below and smash through enemies. The duo is invincible while using this move. N/A
ChuChu 1 ChuChu and her partner hop in the parasol, as it slowly slides along the ground. Enemies/Projectiles from above will still damage the duo.
Pitch 1 Pitch is hit like a golf ball by his partner. When he reaches the end of his path, he flies back to his partner. Damage will be dealt to any enemies Pitch runs into. However, Pitch's partner is left vulnerable while he is gone.

Move Controls Description Images
Rick Down Button Left Button Rick balances the parasol on his nose and his partner rolls around on top of it. This attack is not very useful offensively, but it will block projectiles from the top, as well as break any Star Blocks above the duo.
Coo Down Button Left Button A parasol comes out of Coo's head and he spins around, like the Tornado ability. He can move freely while using this attack.
Kine Down Button Left Button Kine sticks a Parasol out of his mouth protecting his front, and damaging any rammed enemies. In the sequel, Kine sticks the parasol upwards, slowing his fall. Kine is free to move around while this move is being used.
Nago N/A Left Button Nago and his partner use the Parasol like a pogo stick. This will block projectiles from below and smash through enemies. The duo is invincible while using this move. N/A
ChuChu Left Button ChuChu and her partner hop in the parasol, as it slowly slides along the ground. Enemies/Projectiles from above will still damage the duo.
Pitch Left Button Pitch is hit like a golf ball by his partner. When he reaches the end of his path, he flies back to his partner. Damage will be dealt to any enemies Pitch runs into. However, Pitch's partner is left vulnerable while he is gone.

Kirby Super Star and Kirby Super Star Ultra

Parasol appears in Kirby Super Star, where its moveset has been greatly expanded upon. Here, it is again obtained from Parasol-wielding enemies, including Parasol Waddle Dees, who is its Helper.

Parasol also appears in the game's remake, Kirby Super Star Ultra, serving the same purpose.

Techniques

Move Controls Description Damage
Parasol Swing Y Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds Y, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. 10 - 16 (depending on proximity)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold Y Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. 6 (from above), 8 (from front/back)
Parasol Dive Directional Pad Down + Y in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (all)
Circus Throw Directional Pad Up Down Right near an enemy Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Directional Pad Right on the controls or not. 60 (held object, thrown object)
Parasol Drill Dash + Y Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. 8 - 10 (depending on proximity)

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing B Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds B, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold B Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.
Parasol Dive Directional Pad Down + B in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater.
Circus Throw Directional Pad Up Down Right near an enemy Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Directional Pad Right on the controls or not.
Parasol Drill Dash + B Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater.

Move Controls Description Damage
Parasol Swing 1 Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds 1, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. 10 - 16 (depending on proximity)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold 1 Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. 6 (from above), 8 (from front/back)
Parasol Dive Directional Pad Down + 1 in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (all)
Circus Throw Directional Pad Up Down Right near an enemy Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Directional Pad Right on the controls or not. 60 (held object, thrown object)
Parasol Drill Dash + 1 Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. 8 - 10 (depending on proximity)

Move Controls Description Damage
Parasol Swing Left Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds Left Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. 10 - 16 (depending on proximity)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold Left Button Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. 6 (from above), 8 (from front/back)
Parasol Dive Left Stick Down + Left Button in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (all)
Circus Throw Left Stick Up Right Down near an enemy Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Left Stick Right on the controls or not. 60 (held object, thrown object)
Parasol Drill Dash + Left Button Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. 8 - 10 (depending on proximity)

Kirby & The Amazing Mirror and Kirby: Squeak Squad

Parasol appears in Kirby & The Amazing Mirror, using the same moveset as Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land. Parasol-weilding enemies once again give the ability.

In Kirby: Squeak Squad, obtaining the Ability Scroll for Parasol allows Kirby to fire a short-ranged beam of star-like projectiles from the tip of the parasol when held. The Ability Scroll is found in Stage 1 of Vocal Volcano. The moveset remains the same as Kirby & The Amazing Mirror.

Techniques

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing B Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds B, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold B Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing 1 Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds 1, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold 1 Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing Down Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds Down Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Left Stick Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold Down Button Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it.

Kirby's Return to Dream Land and Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe

Parasol returns in Kirby's Return to Dream Land, with most of its moves coming from Kirby Super Star, but with a few new moves added in to Parasol's arsenal. Parasol is once again obtained from Parasol-wielding enemies.

Parasol reappears in its remake, Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe, serving the same purpose.

Techniques

Move Controls Description Damage
Parasol Swing 1 Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds 1, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. This move shoots out little drops of water, which can cool down fire. 16 (Parasol), 12 (water drops), 18 (Parasol tip)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold 1 Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. Kirby can turn around while using this move to shield in the opposite direction. 8
Parasol Dive Directional Pad Down + 1 in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (Parasol), 14 (Parasol tip)
Circus Throw Directional Pad Up Down Right near an enemy Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Directional Pad Right on the controls or not. Kirby can additionally throw foes backwards. 10 (Parasol hitbox), 52 (held & thrown object)
Parasol Drill Dash + 1 Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. This attack renders Kirby invincible throughout the entire duration of the attack. 10 (Parasol hitboxes), 8 (body)
Parasol Twirl Directional Pad Down + 1 while grounded Kirby twirls the parasol underneath him, gaining invincibility from attacks and hitting multiple times. While performing this move, Kirby can drift left or right slightly. 16, Max. 16 + 12*4 = 64

Move Controls Description Damage
Pro Controller Joy-Con Normal Defeated Mid-Boss
Parasol Swing B Down Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds B/Down Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. This move shoots out little drops of water, which can cool down fire. 16 (Parasol), 12 (water drops), 18 (Parasol tip)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Left Stick Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold B Hold Down Button Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. Kirby can turn around while using this move to shield in the opposite direction. 8 4
Parasol Dive Left Stick Down + B in midair Left Stick Down + Down Button in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (Parasol), 14 (Parasol tip)
Circus Throw Left Stick Up Right Down Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Left Stick Right on the controls or not. Kirby can additionally throw foes backwards. 10 (Parasol hitbox), 52 (held & thrown object) 45 (Parasol hitbox), 52 (held & thrown object)
Parasol Drill Dash + B Dash + Down Button Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. This attack renders Kirby invincible throughout the entire duration of the attack. 10 (Parasol hitboxes), 8 (body) 4
Parasol Twirl Left Stick Down + B while grounded Left Stick Down + Down Button while grounded Kirby twirls the parasol underneath him, gaining invincibility from attacks and hitting multiple times. While performing this move, Kirby can drift left or right slightly. 12, Max. 12 + 9*4 = 48

Move Controls Description Damage
Pro Controller Joy-Con Normal Defeated Mid-Boss
Parasol Swing Y Left Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds Y/Left Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. This move shoots out little drops of water, which can cool down fire. 16 (Parasol), 12 (water drops), 18 (Parasol tip)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Left Stick Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold Y Hold Left Button Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. Kirby can turn around while using this move to shield in the opposite direction. 8 4
Parasol Dive Left Stick Down + Y in midair Left Stick Down + Left Button in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (Parasol), 14 (Parasol tip)
Circus Throw Left Stick Up Right Down Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Left Stick Right on the controls or not. Kirby can additionally throw foes backwards. 10 (Parasol hitbox), 52 (held & thrown object) 45 (Parasol hitbox), 52 (held & thrown object)
Parasol Drill Dash + Y Dash + Left Button Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. This attack renders Kirby invincible throughout the entire duration of the attack. 10 (Parasol hitboxes), 8 (body) 4
Parasol Twirl Left Stick Down + Y while grounded Left Stick Down + Left Button while grounded Kirby twirls the parasol underneath him, gaining invincibility from attacks and hitting multiple times. While performing this move, Kirby can drift left or right slightly. 12, Max. 12 + 9*4 = 48

Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition

Parasol returns in the New Challenge Stages of Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition. There is a Parasol Challenge, and the ability can additionally be used in Magolor Races 1, 3, and EX. The moveset is unaltered from Kirby's Return to Dream Land.

Techniques

These controls are for the Wii Classic Controller (Pro), but also work with the Nintendo GameCube Controller. Wii Remote controls are the same as in Kirby's Return to Dream Land.

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing b/y Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds b/y, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. This move shoots out little drops of water, which can cool down fire.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold b/y Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. Kirby can turn around while using this move to shield in the opposite direction.
Parasol Dive Directional Pad Down + b/y in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater.
Circus Throw Directional Pad Up Down Right near an enemy Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Directional Pad Right on the controls or not. Kirby can additionally throw foes backwards.
Parasol Drill Dash + b/y Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. This attack renders Kirby invincible throughout the entire duration of the attack.
Parasol Twirl Directional Pad Down + b/y while grounded Kirby twirls the parasol underneath him, gaining invincibility from attacks and hitting multiple times. While performing this move, Kirby can drift left or right slightly.

Kirby: Triple Deluxe, Kirby Fighters Deluxe, and Kirby: Planet Robobot

Parasol returns in Kirby: Triple Deluxe, where parasol-weilding enemies once again grant it. Its moveset is unchanged from Kirby's Return to Dream Land.

Parasol also appears as a selectable Copy Ability in Kirby Fighters and Kirby Fighters Deluxe.

Parasol reappears in Kirby: Planet Robobot, where it can also be gained from the Peach and Waddle Dee amiibo. The ability can also be scanned with the Robobot Armor to open up more possibilities.

Techniques

Move Controls Description Damage
[1]
Parasol Swing B Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds B, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. This move shoots out little drops of water, which can cool down fire. 18 (Parasol), 16 (handle), 12 (water drops)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Directional Pad Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold B Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. Kirby can turn around while using this move to shield in the opposite direction. 8 (1st hit), 3 (repeat hits)
Parasol Dive Directional Pad Down + B in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (1st hit), 8 (other hits)
Circus Throw Directional Pad Up Down Right near an enemy Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Directional Pad Right on the controls or not. Kirby can additionally throw foes backwards. 52 (held object, thrown object), 4 (multihit after initial hold damage)
Parasol Drill Dash + B Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. This attack renders Kirby invincible throughout the entire duration of the attack. 8 (1st hit), 4 (subsequent hits)
Parasol Twirl Directional Pad Down + B while grounded Kirby twirls the parasol underneath him, gaining invincibility from attacks and hitting multiple times. While performing this move, Kirby can drift left or right slightly. 16 (1st hit), 6 (subsequent hits)
Robobot Armor
Move Controls Description Element
Parasault B The Robobot Armor's parasol-like blades spin quickly, allowing Kirby to fly for about 5 seconds before the blades slow, allowing the armor to descend. Bluster
Paraslam Directional Pad Down + B The Robobot Armor quickly falls for about a second while in the air, creating wind beneath it. Bluster

Kirby Battle Royale

Parasol returns in Kirby Battle Royale, having a modified moveset compared to previous games.

Techniques

Move Controls Description Damage (Robo Bonkers)
Parasol Swing B Kirby swings his parasol in front of him, sending out water droplets. 50 (parasol), 70x2 (water droplets)
Parasol Dive B during jump Kirby dives diagonally downward with his parasol below him. 60
Parasol Shield Hold B Kirby holds his parasol in front of him like a shield. Kirby cannot turn while performing this, only move forwards, backwards, or strafe. 40 per hit
Parasol Drill Hold/Release B Kirby lunges forward, thrusting his parasol in front of him. 100x5
Circus Throw Parasol Drill hit Kirby jumps into the air and twirls an opponent on his parasol before slamming them into the ground. He slowly floats down on his parasol afterwards. 200 per captured foe (throw)
Parasol Spin Y Kirby spins his parasol around him. 70x2
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Kirby Star Allies

Parasol reappears in Kirby Star Allies, having a moveset similar to previous games, but with Friend Abilities present. The ability is gained from parasol-wielding enemies, and its helper is Parasol Waddle Dee.

Techniques

Move Controls Description Damage[2]
Pro Controller Joy-Con
Parasol Swing B Down Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds B/Down Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. This move shoots out little drops of water, which can cool down fire. 18 (Parasol), 16 (handle), 12 (water drops)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Left Stick Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold B Hold Down Button Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. Kirby can turn around while using this move to shield in the opposite direction. 8 (all hits)
Parasol Dive Left Stick Down + B in midair Left Stick Down + Down Button in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (Parasol), 14 (stars)
Circus Throw Left Stick Up Right Down Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Left Stick Right on the controls or not. Kirby can additionally throw foes backwards. 45 (held object), 52 (thrown object)
Parasol Drill Dash + B Dash + Down Button Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. This attack renders Kirby invincible throughout the entire duration of the attack. 8 (parasol), 10 (stars)
Parasol Twirl Left Stick Down + B while grounded Left Stick Down + Down Button while grounded Kirby twirls the parasol underneath him, gaining invincibility from attacks and hitting multiple times. While performing this move, Kirby can drift left or right slightly. 16 (all hits)

Move Controls Description Damage[3]
Pro Controller Joy-Con
Parasol Swing Y Left Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds Y/Left Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. This move shoots out little drops of water, which can cool down fire. 18 (Parasol), 16 (handle), 12 (water drops)
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Left Stick Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability. N/A
Parasol Shield Hold Y Hold Left Button Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. Kirby can turn around while using this move to shield in the opposite direction. 8 (all hits)
Parasol Dive Left Stick Down + Y in midair Left Stick Down + Left Button in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater. 28 (Parasol), 14 (stars)
Circus Throw Left Stick Up Right Down Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Left Stick Right on the controls or not. Kirby can additionally throw foes backwards. 45 (held object), 52 (thrown object)
Parasol Drill Dash + Y Dash + Left Button Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. This attack renders Kirby invincible throughout the entire duration of the attack. 8 (parasol), 10 (stars)
Parasol Twirl Left Stick Down + Y while grounded Left Stick Down + Left Button while grounded Kirby twirls the parasol underneath him, gaining invincibility from attacks and hitting multiple times. While performing this move, Kirby can drift left or right slightly. 16 (all hits)

Friend Abilities
Friend Ability Mix Description Element
Chumbrella N/A Kirby/Parasol Waddle Dee's parasol expands and turns pink with hearts, allowing them to cover themselves and their friends from attacks from above. Any enemies who touch the parasol will be damaged by it. None
Splash Curling Stone After using Stone Change, Kirby/Parasol Waddle Dee can use their water attacks to make it a curling stone that does water damage to opponents in the way. Splash
Thundersplash Plasma When Kirby/Parasol Waddle Dee uses any water attacks on Kirby/Plugg, they'll form a plasma barrier that shoots electric-infused puddles of water in a wide range. Splash, Zap

Kirby Fighters 2

Parasol reappears in Kirby Fighters 2, with its moveset from previous games unchanged. It is ulnlocked at Fighters Rank 31.

Techniques

Move Controls Description
Parasol Swing Down Button Kirby swings his parasol forwards, damaging enemies. If the player holds Down Button, Kirby will hold the parasol in front of him. This move shoots out little drops of water, which can cool down fire.
Drift Fall Kirby's descent is slowed down when he falls. Pressing Left Stick Down during Parasol Drift will cause Kirby to fall as if he did not have the ability.
Parasol Shield Hold Down Button Kirby extends and twirls his parasol out in front of him, continuously hitting and blocking anything in front of him. Kirby's parasol also passively damages enemies and blocks projectiles that touch it. Kirby can turn around while using this move to shield in the opposite direction.
Parasol Dive Left Stick Down + Down Button in midair Kirby dives diagonally down while twirling the parasol, smashing through enemies below him. This move also works underwater.
Circus Throw Left Stick Up Right Down Kirby will grab the enemy or defeated mid-boss, bounce it on his Parasol, and toss it up, forward or backward, depending on if the player tapped Left Stick Right on the controls or not. Kirby can additionally throw foes backwards.
Parasol Drill Dash + Down Button Kirby slides forwards while twirling the parasol forwards, dashing through enemies in his way. Depending on the game, this move may or may not give Kirby invincibility frames. This move also works underwater. This attack renders Kirby invincible throughout the entire duration of the attack.
Parasol Twirl Left Stick Down + Down Button while grounded Kirby twirls the parasol underneath him, gaining invincibility from attacks and hitting multiple times. While performing this move, Kirby can drift left or right slightly.

In Kirby: Right Back at Ya!

This section contains information that does not coincide with the main series canon.
HnK Parasol

Parasol Kirby in Kirby: Right Back at Ya! is most like the version from Kirby Super Star, with several of the same attack—namely Parasol Swing and Parasol Shield, in addition to Parasol Grab and Throw, which he uses on King Dedede.

Cappy New Year marked the ability's first appearance. Kirby acquired it by inhaling Sasuke. In this episode, Kirby did not use Parasol in battle, but instead used it only to slow his fall from high up in the air.

Parasol later appeared in episode 25, Escargoon Rules, where Kirby acquired it by inhaling a Drifter. Kirby used the ability to foil Dedede's evil scheme.

The ability's last appearance was D'Preciation Day, where Kirby used it to destroy Chuckie.

Transformation Sequence

In the transformation sequence, Kirby lands atop his parasol. It spins, making Kirby dizzy, and he gets off. Kirby then takes the Parasol, which floats down to him.

Flavor Texts

GameFlavor text
Kirby's Adventure
Open your parasol and take a nice walk! Do you think this might have other uses, too?
Kirby Super Star
Protect Kirby from enemies above! Splash, drill, or toss your enemies to the sky! A lot of possibilities with the Parasol.
Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land

Kirby & The Amazing Mirror

Kirby: Squeak Squad
The sun shines on this Parasol of mine. Where I walk, enemies balk, and I float gently down...
Kirby Super Star Ultra
Guard against falling objects! Twirl to attack or just drift. Or do a parasol throw!
Kirby's Return to Dream Land
Block falling objects. Fill your parasol with wind, and go for a stroll through the sky. The best comes last! That's right: Circus Throw!
Kirby: Triple Deluxe
Guard against falling objects, or take a floaty stroll through the air. You can also spray water to attack enemies or put out fires. For your grand finale, use a Circus Throw!
Kirby Fighters Deluxe
Guard against falling objects, or take a floaty stroll through the air. Jab with the parasol or use it to do a Parasol Drill! For your grand finale, why not finish with a Circus Throw?
Kirby: Planet Robobot
Guard against falling objects or take a floaty stroll through the air. You can also spray water to attack enemies or put out fires.
Kirby Battle Royale
Defend and attack when the time is right! It may look cute, but it's an expert ability.
Kirby Star Allies
Shake the water off it to attack with a splash or enjoy a floaty flight through the sky. Open it with Left Stick Up to protect you and your friends from deluges and waterfalls. Is there anything chummier than sharing an umbrella?
Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe
Block falling objects. Fill your parasol with wind, and go for a stroll through the sky. The best comes last! That's right - Circus Throw!

Related Quotes

“ Take a nice walk for a short break!”
— Intro description • Kirby's Adventure
“ Jab foes with a parasol and spin them around!”
— Kirby Battle Royale - Kirby's 25th Anniversary Copy Ability Poll
“ Huh? Carrying a parasol on a nice day like this? I wanna see you pick up your opponents and swing them around!”
— Knuckle Joe • Kirby Battle Royale
“ Open the parasol to block attacks, then thrust forward when your rival's guard is down.”
— Official Kirby Battle Royale Website

In Other Languages

Names, etymology and in other regions
Language Name Definition, etymology and notes
Japanese パラソル Officially romanized as Parasol.
American English Parasol
Traditional Chinese 陽傘 Translates to Parasol.
Simplified Chinese 阳伞 Translates to Parasol.
Korean 파라솔 Translates to Parasol.
German Schirm Translates to Parasol.
Dutch Parasol Same as English.
French Parasol Same as English.
Italian Parasole Translates to Parasol.
Spanish Sombrilla Translates to Parasol.
Brazilian Portugese Sombrinha Translates to Parasol.

Trivia

  • This is the only ability in the anime that never used its transformation sequence the first time it was used.
  • If Sword's appearances as Sword Hero are not counted, Parasol is tied with Cutter for holding the record of appearing in more games than any other Copy Abilities, appearing in eighteen titles, including remakes.
  • In Kirby Super Star and its remake's ability icons, the handle's color variation is yellow. In the Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land ability icon, the stroke and the handle are both wooden.
    • The yellow handle was used even earlier in Kirby's Dream Land 2's Super Game Boy border, where Kirby is holding the parasol. The parasol here, strangely, has blue stripes instead of red ones.
  • The Parasol ability gains the trait of cooling down lava like Water or Ice in Kirby's Return to Dream Land, Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition, and Kirby: Triple Deluxe. This is because the parasol shoots out tiny drops of water when Kirby uses the Parasol Swing attack, starting in Kirby Super Star.
    • In Kirby's Dream Land 3, Bukiset's Parasol attack created water droplets just like Kirby's attack would in later games.
    • It may be referencing the Animal Crossing games, in which the player character can twirl his/her parasol while it is raining, causing small drops of water to shoot out.
  • A similar move is used in Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards. If Kirby holds a Bumber overhead while in the air, he will float slowly to the ground.
  • Like several other Copy Abilities that returned in Kirby: Squeak Squad, Parasol gained a new idle animation: Kirby will sway in place and tap his foot.
  • Parasol is one of the only reoccurring Copy Abilities that does not give Kirby a hat.
  • In Kirby's Return to Dream Land and Kirby: Triple Deluxe, Kirby keeps his Parasol on his back when he is carrying an object, climbing a ladder, or riding a Warp Star. It is not known how he does this, as no carrying strap or holster is seen. This also occurs with Sword, Spear, Beam, Bell, and Hammer.
  • Using Parasol, a glitch can be performed on Halfmoon that causes Kirby to walk on air.
  • In Kracko Land, a large Kirby will occasionally hold up a Parasol to stay dry from the Nimbus' rain shower. If Kirby happens to land on it, the larger Kirby will perform a Circus Throw to launch Kirby upwards. This was made three years before Kirby Super Star's release.
  • In Kirby Star Allies, a parasol appears as one of the symbols on Void Termina's body.

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References

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