Sparky is anenemy that has appeared in several games of theKirby series, debuting inKirby's Adventure. It is a drop-shaped life form, usually green or turquoise in color, with a pair of oval, black eyes, and two orbs that were connected to stalks on its body in older games, (presumably hands, but resembled eyes in its original artwork), which it uses to generate electric power. In more recent games, the orbs are not attached to stalks and simply stay attached close to its body. Sparky's only form of defense is creating an electrical barrier around itself, much like that of theSparkCopy Ability, which Sparky provides when swallowed byKirby. In terms of movement, Sparky typically either sits in place or hops around at a decent pace.
Sparky appears as one of the enemies inPoppy Brothers' Land. It can appear in the 'thought bubble' on the left-hand Kirby on the second level, and will emerge if that Kirby is hit during that moment. If Sparky is then hit, a bonus is rewarded to the player.
Sparky appears in this game as one of the enemies that can be defeated on courses to open up the hole. Kirby merely needs to run into one to defeat it, and gain the Spark ability in the process.
Kirby and Coo breaking their way past a barrier with a Sparky in it inKirby's Dream Land 2.
Sparky appears in both of these titles, serving the same purpose as it did inKirby's Adventure, though it is not as common as before. InKirby's Dream Land 2, Sparky is worth 400 points when defeated.
Sparky appears inKirby's Block Ball as one of the few enemies which can provide a copy ability upon defeat. They are worth 1000 points when defeated and provide the Spark ability.
Sparky made its debut appearance in 3D here. It is the primary provider of the Spark ability, though it shares that power with many other enemies. Sparky also appears on the 73rdEnemy Info Card.
Sparky should not be confused with the similarly-named, but very different in character enemySpark-i.
When possessed byGhost Kirby, Sparky can be made to hop short distances, jump further, and produce its spark barrier, though it is far weaker than Kirby's version.
InKirby Meets the Squeak Squad!, whenKirby is chasing after theSqueaks in the middle of the night,Doc andSpinni stand in his way whileDaroach escapes with the treasure. Before Kirby can fight them, Sparky comes in to complain about all the racket. Kirby notices that they are right in front of his house. Sparky is mad at them for making noise in front of his house at such an hour, and adds that he was having such a good dream too. Kirby gets an idea, and inhales Sparky to gain theSpark ability. He uses it to give Spinni and Doc a good shock to get them out of the way. Kirby catches up to Daroach, shocks him, and then takes the treasure back. Kirby then drops his Spark ability, freeing Sparky, who is now even more angry about being inhaled. After Kirby thanks him for the help and wishes him a good night, Sparky unhappily leaves, now wide-awake.
Sparky also makes a brief appearance inKirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!. WhenKing Dedede complains that the sign of the Dedede Café is not flashy enough, he suggests using Sparky as a power source. Sparky is surprised and tells him that he cannot produce enough energy, but Dedede doesn't care.
Sparky made its first appearance inKirby's Adventure, first appearing along withWaddle Doo andHot Head inStage 1 ofVegetable Valley. Here is where its basic look and behavior was established. Sparky comes in several colors depending on the level (blue, orange, green, etc.). As with most other enemies, Sparky also appears inKirby: Nightmare in Dream Land.
Sparky appears as one of the enemies inPoppy Brothers' Land. It can appear in the 'thought bubble' on the left-hand Kirby on the second level, and will emerge if that Kirby is hit during that moment. If Sparky is then hit, a bonus is rewarded to the player.
Sparky appears in this game as one of the enemies that can be defeated on courses to open up the hole. Kirby merely needs to run into one to defeat it, and gain the Spark ability in the process.
Sparky appears in both of these titles, serving the same purpose as it did inKirby's Adventure, though it is not as common as before. InKirby's Dream Land 2, Sparky is worth 400 points when defeated.
Sparky appears inKirby's Block Ball as one of the few enemies which can provide a copy ability upon defeat. They are worth 1000 points when defeated and provide the Spark ability.
Sparky made its debut appearance in 3D here. It is the primary provider of the Spark ability, though it shares that power with many other enemies. Sparky also appears on the 73rdEnemy Info Card.
Sparky appears in both of these games, looking and acting exactly as it has inKirby: Nightmare in Dream Land.
Sparky can be found in this title. It provides the Spark ability when Kirby does aTouch Dash into it or hits it after it is stunned.
Kirby no Copy-toru!
TheKing Dedede card fromKirby no Copy-toru!, featuring a Sparky in the audience
Alternate palette fromKirby: Nightmare in Dream Land
Alternate palette fromKirby: Nightmare in Dream Land
Alternate palette fromKirby: Nightmare in Dream Land
Kirby: Triple Deluxe
Model fromKirby 64: The Crystal Shards
Model fromKirby's Return to Dream Land
Model fromKirby: Triple Deluxe
Sparky in the mangaKirby of the Stars! Moretsu Pupupu Hour! Volume 1
Sparky in the mangaKirby of the Stars! Moretsu Pupupu Hour! Volume 2
Towels fromLawson'sKirby's 30th Anniversary Campaign, featuring an 8-bit sprite of Sparky on one of the towels
