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Gigant Edge
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| “ | The soldier returns, and he's more armed and dangerous than ever! | ” | — Tough: Gigant Edge Quest description inTeam Kirby Clash Deluxe |
Gigant Edge is amid-boss debuting inKirby's Return to Dream Land that grants theSwordCopy Ability, and is the first mid-boss in the series to do so. He wears different, tougher armor thanSword Knight orBlade Knight's, and also sports a shield (which he occasionally uses). Gigant Edge attacks by shooting waves across the ground in an attempt to hitKirby, or charging toward Kirby with his sword.
Game appearances[edit]
| Gigant Edge's video game appearances | ||
|---|---|---|
| Game | Role | Notes |
| Kirby's Return to Dream Land | Mid-boss | |
| Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition | Mid-boss | Mid-boss in theSmash Combat Chamber andSmash Combat Chamber EX stages inNew Challenge Stages. |
| Kirby: Triple Deluxe | Mid-boss | |
| Kirby: Planet Robobot | Boss | Boss in theTeam Kirby ClashSub-Game. |
| Team Kirby Clash Deluxe | Boss | |
| Kirby Battle Royale | Reference | One of the pieces ofHeadgear for Sword Kirby is based on him. |
| Super Kirby Clash | Boss | |
| Kirby Fighters 2 | Boss | Always paired withIgnite Edge. Together, they are referred to asDuo Edge. |
| Kirby and the Forgotten Land | Mid-boss | Appears asWild Edge. |
| Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe | Mid-boss | Reprises his role fromKirby's Return to Dream Land. |
| Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World | Mid-boss | Reprises their role asWild Edge fromKirby and the Forgotten Land and also appears as Crystal Wild Edge in the Starry Stages andThe Ultimate Cup Z EX. |
Kirby's Return to Dream Land /Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe[edit]
Gigant Edge made his first appearance inKirby's Return to Dream Land, debuting inCookie Country - Stage 2, acting as amid-boss. In theExtra Mode andThe True Arena, a tougher variant namedGigant Edge EX is fought instead. His armor is bronze and he attacks more viciously.
Attacks[edit]
The following are all of Gigant Edge's attacks inKirby's Return to Dream Land. All attack names are taken from official Japanese strategy guides:
| Gigant Edge's attacks inKirby's Return to Dream Land | ||||
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| Attack | Description | Variants | ||
| 斬りつけ攻撃 Slash Attack | Gigant Edge performs a large vertical slash with his sword which hits the ground. Dropped Stars are left behind after each slash. | When low on health, he follows this up with one additional swipe. His EX form begins by slashing four times in a row, and does so six times in a row when low on health. | ||
| 突進攻撃 Rush Attack | Gigant Edge takes one, two or three steps back, pulls out his sword and runs with it ahead of him. He does not stop until he hits the wall, upon which Dropped Stars appear. | His EX form takes one step back before charging, and may turn around before hitting a wall and run in the opposite direction, depending on player positioning. | ||
| シールドガード Shield Guard | Gigant Edge brings up his shield and raises his defenses. He cannot take damage while in this state. | |||
| ソードショット Sword Shot | Gigant Edge pulls out his sword, charges it, and slams the ground, knocking any nearby players away and creating a shockwave which travels along the ground. A Dropped Star appears after the shockwave hits the wall. | His normal variant can only start using this attack when low on health. The charge-up window for this attack is quicker when fought inNutty Noon - Stage 5. His EX variant can also charge up, jump and then slash the ground unleashing the shockwave at low health. | ||
| 3WAYソードショット 3WAY Sword Shot | Attack exclusive to Gigant Edge EX. When low on health, Gigant Edge EX charges up his sword and then unleashes a series of three Sword Beams upon slamming down. Dropped Stars appear once the shockwaves hit the wall. | |||
Locations[edit]
InKirby's Return to Dream Land andKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe, Gigant Edge can be found in the following levels and stages:
| Gigant Edge locations inKirby's Return to Dream Land andKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe | ||||||
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| Stage | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 | Stage 6 |
| Cookie Country |  |  | | | | N/A |
| Raisin Ruins | | | | | | N/A |
| Onion Ocean | | | | | | N/A |
| White Wafers | | | | | | |
| Nutty Noon | | | | | | |
| Egg Engines | | | | | | |
| Dangerous Dinner | | | | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Gigant Edge in theCookie Country level ofKirby's Return to Dream Land
Gigant Edge as he appears in Extra Mode forKirby's Return to Dream Land
Kirby's Dream Collection Special Edition[edit]
InKirby's Dream Collection Special Edition, Gigant Edge appears inNew Challenge Stages, where he is fought inSmash Combat Chamber andSmash Combat Chamber EX. Gigant Edge functions just like he did inKirby's Return to Dream Land.
Kirby: Triple Deluxe[edit]
Gigant Edge also appears inKirby: Triple Deluxe, returning as a Mid-Boss. He bears largely the same moveset, though he will additionally attempt to toss his sword in a boomerang fashion as it flies between the background and foreground.Gigant Edge DX, much like Gigant Edge EX before him, is a much tougher variant, though his armor is golden and he could be considered to be much more formidable than EX.
Attacks[edit]
The following are all of Gigant Edge's attacks inKirby: Triple Deluxe. All attack names come from official Japanese strategy guides:
| Gigant Edge's attacks inKirby: Triple Deluxe | ||||
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| Attack | Description | Variants | ||
| 斬りつけ攻撃 Slash Attack | Gigant Edge performs a large vertical slash with his sword which hits the ground. Dropped Stars are left behind after each slash. | When low on health, he follows this up with one additional swipe. His DX form begins by slashing four times in a row, and does so six times in a row when low on health. | ||
| 突進攻撃 Rush Attack | Gigant Edge takes two or three steps back, pulls out his sword and runs with it ahead of him. He does not stop until he hits the wall, upon which Dropped Stars appear. | His DX form takes one step back before charging, and will always turn around before hitting a wall and run in the opposite direction. | ||
| シールドガード Shield Guard | Gigant Edge brings up his shield and raises his defenses. He cannot take damage while in this state. | |||
| ソードブーメラン Sword Boomerang | After positioning himself at the edge of the arena, Gigant Edge charges up and tosses his sword, which flies around the stage before returning to him. | His DX form always begins with a Rush Attack that doesn't slam into the wall before throwing the Sword Boomerang. At the same time he throws it, a shockwave travels along the ground, while the sword travels in the air. | ||
| ソードショット Sword Shot | Gigant Edge pulls out his sword, charges it, and slams the ground, knocking Kirby away if he gets too close and creating a shockwave which travels along the ground. A Dropped Star appears after the shockwave hits the wall. | His normal variant can only start using this attack when low on health, while only his DX variant can also charge up, jump and then slash the ground unleashing the shockwave at low health. | ||
| 3WAYソードショット 3WAY Sword Shot | Attack exclusive to Gigant Edge DX. When low on health, Gigant Edge DX charges up his sword and then unleashes a series of three Sword Beams upon slamming down. Dropped Stars appear once the shockwaves hit the wall. | |||
Locations[edit]
InKirby: Triple Deluxe, Gigant Edge can be found in the following levels and stages:
| Gigant Edge locations inKirby: Triple Deluxe | ||||||||
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| Stage | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 | Stage 6 (EX) | Stage 7 EX | Stage 8 EX |
| Fine Fields | | | | | | | N/A | N/A |
| Lollipop Land | | | | | | | N/A | N/A |
| Old Odyssey | | | | | | | | N/A |
| Wild World | | | | | | | | N/A |
| Endless Explosions | | | | | | | | N/A |
| Royal Road | | | | | | | | |
Kirby: Planet Robobot[edit]
| “ | Battle beside your team! Work together to defeat the Steel Soldier hiding in the forest! | ” | — Steel Soldier Gigant Edge Quest description fromTeam Kirby Clash |
Gigant Edge appears as one of the opponents that theKirbys must battle in theKirby: Planet RobobotSub-Game,Team Kirby Clash. Here, he is much larger, and has much greaterHealth. He also possesses some new moves, including the ability to leap high into the air and perform a down thrust, though this also leaves him helpless for a short while, since his sword gets stuck in the ground.
Team Kirby Clash Deluxe[edit]
| “ | Tougher rank unlocked! Face the final battle with this proud, mighty soldier! | ” | — Tougher: Gigant Edge Quest description inTeam Kirby Clash Deluxe |
Gigant Edge appears three times inTeam Kirby Clash Deluxe. He fights in much the same way as he did in the original sub-game, but each new encounter makes him tougher, and also makes his moves more elaborate.
Kirby Battle Royale[edit]
| “ | A helmet that belongs to a certain brave soul. It's known for its solid protection. | ” | — Gigant Helmet description fromKirby Battle Royale |
InKirby Battle Royale, there is an unlockable type ofheadgear forSwordKirby based on Gigant Edge. It is called the Gigant Helmet, and it costs 750 Battle Coins.
Super Kirby Clash[edit]
| “ | Here comes Gigant Edge, his blade gleaming! Dodge his downward blows! | ” | — Gigant Edge Quest description inTeam Kirby Clash Deluxe andTough: Gigant Edge Quest description inSuper Kirby Clash |
Gigant Edge appears three times inSuper Kirby Clash. He is fought solo in only one Quest, with the other two having him paired with other enemies. He is paired withKibble Blade to form Team Mighty Cleave, and paired again withKracko as part of Team Sword & Storm. Despite this, he is out-shined by his fiery cousin,Ignite Edge.
Attacks[edit]
The following are all of Gigant Edge's attacks in all three of the Kirby Clash titles. Most attack names come from official Japanese strategy guides concerningKirby's Return to Dream Land,Kirby: Triple Deluxe andKirby: Planet Robobot, while others are conjectural:
| Gigant Edge's attacks in theTeam Kirby Clash series | ||||
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| Attack | Description | Variants | ||
| 斬りつけ攻撃 Slash Attack | Gigant Edge performs a large vertical slash with his sword which hits the ground. | He may follow this up with one, three or five additional swipes. | ||
| 突進攻撃 Rush Attack | Gigant Edge takes a few steps back, pulls out his sword and runs with it ahead of him. He does not stop until he hits the wall. | He may turn around before hitting a wall and run in the opposite direction. | ||
| シールドガード Shield Guard | Gigant Edge brings up his shield and raises his defenses. He cannot take damage while in this state. | |||
| Sword Slam[conjectural title] | Gigant Edge pulls out his sword and slams the ground, knocking any nearby Kirbys away. Cannot beguarded. | |||
| ソードブーメラン Sword Boomerang | After positioning himself at the edge of the arena, Gigant Edge charges up and tosses his sword, which flies around the stage before returning to him. | |||
| ジャンピングしたづき Jumping Down Thrust | Gigant Edge leaps in the air and lands with his sword pointed at the ground. The impact has a large hitbox, but he has to take a few moments to pull his sword back out of the ground, leaving him vulnerable. | |||
| ソードショット Sword Shot | Gigant Edge pulls out his sword, charges it, and slams the ground, knocking any nearby Kirbys away and creating a shockwave which travels along the ground. | |||
Kirby Fighters 2[edit]
- Main article:Duo Edge
Gigant Edge returns inKirby Fighters 2 as part of a duo boss battle namedDuo Edge, where he is paired withIgnite Edge, inStory Mode: The Destined Rivals. His attacks are retained from his previous appearances inSuper Kirby Clash, and he is always fought onThe Empyrean.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land /Kirby and the Forgotten Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World[edit]
- Main article:Wild Edge
| “ | The mysterious vortex brought Gigant Edge to the new world too! They arrived before Kirby and fell in with the ranks of the Beast Pack. Despite the wild wardrobe change, they really stand out among the rest of the pack, but they'll still guard their stations with ferocity! | ” | — Figure description |
InKirby and the Forgotten Land and itsNintendo Switch 2 Edition, Gigant Edge reappears as a mid-boss, now given a wild makeover after joining the Beast Pack and referred to asWild Edge. It is the first time Gigant Edge is referred to with gender-neutral pronouns, though their Nintendo Switch 2 Edition-exclusive Crystal Wild Edge EX figure refers to them with masculine pronouns. TheGigant Sword evolved ability is also based on Wild Edge.
Gallery[edit]
Model fromKirby's Return to Dream Land
Model of Gigant Edge EX fromKirby's Return to Dream Land
Gigant Edge DX inKirby: Triple Deluxe
Mid-Boss All Stars 2 icon fromKirby: Triple Deluxe (The True Arena)
In-game artwork fromTeam Kirby Clash (Kirby: Planet Robobot)
Concept art of Gigant Edge's battle arena in Team Kirby Clash
In-game artwork fromTeam Kirby Clash Deluxe
In-game artwork of Team Mighty Cleave fromSuper Kirby Clash, which includes Gigant Edge
In-game artwork of Team Sword & Storm fromSuper Kirby Clash, which includes Gigant Edge
Gigant Edge inKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe
Gigant Edge EX inKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe
Model of Gigant Edge fromKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe
Model of Gigant Edge EX fromKirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe
Names in other languages[edit]
Gigant Edge[edit]
| Language | Name | Meaning |
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| Japanese | ギガントエッジ Giganto Ejji | Gigant Edge |
| English | Gigant Edge | - |
| Traditional Chinese | 龐大刃 páng dà rèn | Huge Edge |
| Simplified Chinese | 庞大刃 páng dà rèn | |
| Dutch | Gigant Edge | - |
| French | Gigalame | Gigablade |
| German | Schwert-Koloss | Sword Colossus |
| Italian | Mega cavaliere | Mega Knight |
| Korean | 기간트 에지 Giganteu Eji | Gigant Edge |
| Portuguese | Gigagládio | Gigaglaive |
| Spanish | Filo Gigante | Giant Edge |
Gigant Edge EX[edit]
| Language | Name | Meaning |
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| Japanese | ギガントエッジＥＸ Giganto Ejji Īekkusu | Gigant Edge EX |
| English | Gigant Edge EX | - |
| Traditional Chinese | 龐大刃EX páng dà rèn EX | Huge Edge EX |
| Simplified Chinese | 庞大刃EX páng dà rèn EX | |
| Dutch | Gigant Edge + | - |
| French | Gigalame EX | Gigablade EX |
| German | Schwert-Koloss X | Sword Colossus X |
| Italian | Mega cavaliere X | Mega Knight X |
| Korean | 기간트 에지EX Giganteu Eji Iegseu | Gigant Edge EX |
| Portuguese | Gigagládio EX | Gigaglaive EX |
| Latin American Spanish | Filo Gigante EX | Giant Edge EX |
| European Spanish | Filo Gigante + | Giant Edge + |
Gigant Edge DX[edit]
| Language | Name | Meaning |
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| Japanese | ギガントエッジＤＸ Giganto Ejji Derakkusu | Gigant Edge DX |
| English | Gigant Edge DX | - |
| French | Gigalame DX | Gigablade DX |
| German | Schwert-Koloss DX | Sword Colossus DX |
| Italian | Mega cavaliere DX | Mega Knight DX |
| Korean | 기간트 에지DX Giganteu Eji Direokseu | Gigant Edge DX |
| Spanish | Filo Gigante DX | Giant Edge DX |
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