Angel Ring
| Angel Ring | |
|---|---|
 Angel Ring in Super Smash Bros. Brawl. | |
| User | Pit |
| Universe | Kid Icarus |
| Article on Icaruspedia | Angel Ring |
The Angel Ring (エンジェリング Angelite Ring) is Pit's side special move. He rapidly spins his bow in front of him and damages opponents while deflecting any incoming projectiles. To keep the bow spinning, the player must press the special button repeatedly, like Sonic's Spin Charge. Pit cannot move after the initial movement forward, which can leave him vulnerable. Enemies can jump over Pit to attack from behind; additionally, Pit is vulnerable to any ranged grabs like Link's Clawshot while using the Angel Ring, especially from behind.
When Angel Ring is used in mid-air, Pit initially moves forwards, but resumes falling straight down after a short amount of time.
There is a small push effect in front of Pit once the move is ended.
Origin
Pit could not use any sort of move like this prior to Super Smash Bros. Brawl, as his bow did not double as a pair of blades. However, it could be based on the Protective Crystal, a circulating barrier item found in Sacred Training Chambers in his game. The item creates two circulating crystals, which would protect Pit from incoming enemies in a similar fashion. This is the only one of Pit's Special Moves not based on one of the Three Sacred Treasures from Kid Icarus.
Description from the Instruction Booklet
Spin Palutena's Bow at blinding speed, scoring multiple hits on the enemy.
