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{{Infobox Item
{{Infobox Item
| title       = Mr. Saturn
|title = Mr. Saturn
| image       = [[Image:Mr._Saturn.png|225px]]
|image = [[File:Mr Saturn Spirit.png|200px]]
| caption     = [[File:EarthboundSymbol.svg|50px]]
|caption = {{symbol|EB|50px}}
Official clay model of Mr. Saturn from {{s|wikibound|Mother 2}}.
Official clay model of Mr. Saturn from ''{{s|wikibound|Mother 2}}''.
| series       = {{uv|EarthBound}}
|series = {{uv|EarthBound}}
| item class   = Throwing/Living
|item class = Throwing/Living
| game1 = Melee | game2 = Brawl | game3 = SSB4 | game4 = Ultimate
|game1 = Melee|game2 = Brawl|game3 = SSB4|game4 = Ultimate
| requirements =
|requirements =
|interwiki     = wikibound
|interwiki = wikibound
|interwikiname = WikiBound
|interwikiname = WikiBound
|interwikipage = Mr. Saturn
|interwikipage = Mr. Saturn
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==Origin==
==Origin==
[[File:Zoom.png|thumb|left|A Mr. Saturn as it originally appeared in ''EarthBound''.]]Mr. Saturns made their first appearance in ''[[EarthBound (game)|EarthBound]]''. Mr. Saturns are strange creatures that reside in Saturn Valley where they provide health care and hotel stays free of charge, while other towns charge more and more as the game progresses. In ''EarthBound'' the Mr. Saturns were captured by {{s|wikibound|Master Belch}}, one of {{s|wikibound|Giygas}}'s henchmen. Once Master Belch is defeated by [[Ness]] and his party, the Mr. Saturn are freed and help Ness on his journey. They are shown to surprisingly be very intelligent as they assist {{s|wikibound|Dr. Andonuts}} in making the Phase Distorter that allows Ness to travel to the past to fight Giygas. Mr. Saturn have their own eccentric dialect that involves saying either "Zoom", "Boing", "Ding", or the occasional "Dakota" at the end of their sentences. They also speak in a very distinctive font which is based off of Shigesato Itoi's daughter's handwriting at the time. In In an interview with Shigesato Itoi (director of the ''[[EarthBound (universe)|EarthBound]]'' series), Itoi states that Mr. Saturns are the "symbol of innocence". ''[[Mother 3]]'' also features Mr. Saturns, who behave the same way as they did in ''EarthBound''. In ''Mother 3'' they are captured by the {{s|wikibound|Pigmask Army}} where they are being interrogated to tell the location of a {{s|wikibound|Needle}}, but refuse to tell. Once freed by Lucas and his party they tell the location of the next needle.
[[File:Zoom.png|thumb|left|A Mr. Saturn as it originally appeared in ''EarthBound''.]]
Mr. Saturns are a race of creatures resident to {{s|wikibound|Saturn Valley}}, and speak in their own eccentric dialect, involving the use of verbal tics such as "Zoom", "Boing", "Ding", or "Dakota" at the end of most sentences, as well as a distinctive font from that used in the remainder of the games.


In ''Smash'', Mr. Saturns simply walk around until they disappear and can be picked up and thrown at other players. Mr. Saturns having a passive attitude in ''Smash'' could be a reference to how they're the "symbol of innocence", and the cry that Mr. Saturns make when thrown at another player is likely a reference to their eccentric dialect in ''EarthBound'' and ''Mother 3''. [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsftegYjaiQ]
In ''{{b|EarthBound|game}}'', they were captured by {{s|wikibound|Master Belch}}, one of {{s|wikibound|Giygas}}' henchmen. Once Master Belch is defeated by [[Ness]] and his party, the Mr. Saturn are freed and help Ness on his journey. They are shown to be surprisingly intelligent, as they assist {{s|wikibound|Dr. Andonuts}} in making the {{s|wikibound|Phase Distorter}}, allowing Ness to travel to the past and defeat Giygas. In {{s|wikibound|Chapter 7}} of ''{{s|wikibound|Mother 3}}'', the Mr. Saturn are captured and neutralized by the {{s|wikibound|Pigmask Army}} with their {{s|wikibound|Frightbot}}s, with the goal of finding the location of one of the {{s|wikibound|Seven Needles}}. Once freed by [[Lucas]] and his party, they reveal the location of the next Needle, found in {{s|wikibound|Fire Mountain}}.
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In ''SSB4'', damage varies based on distance. Projectiles thrown point-blank do more damage.
In ''SSB4'', damage varies based on distance. Projectiles thrown point-blank do more damage.
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!'''Action'''
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!''[[Melee]]''  
!''[[Brawl]]''
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|-
!Stationary [[throw]]
!Stationary [[throw]]
| 8%
|8%
| 5%
|5%
| 7-8%
|7–8%
| 3%
|3%
| 2%
|2%
|-
|-
![[Forward tilt]] throw
![[Forward tilt]] throw
| 8%
|8%
| 5%
|5%
| 7-8%
|7–8%
| 3%
|3%
| 2%
|2%
|-
|-
![[Up tilt]] throw
![[Up tilt]] throw
| 7%
|7%
| 6%
|6%
| 7-9%
|7–9%
| 1%
|1%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
![[Down tilt]] throw
![[Down tilt]] throw
| 10%
|10%
| 8%
|8%
| 6%
|6%
| 3%
|3%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
!Dash throw
!Dash throw
| 10%
|10%
| 5%
|5%
| 7-9%
|7–9%
| 3%
|3%
| 2%
|2%
|-
|-
![[Forward smash]] throw
![[Forward smash]] throw
| 11%
|11%
| 6%
|6%
| 8-10%
|8–10%
| 4%
|4%
| 2%
|2%
|-
|-
![[Up smash]] throw
![[Up smash]] throw
| 11%
|11%
| 7%
|7%
| 8-10%
|8–10%
| 2%
|2%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
![[Down smash]] throw
![[Down smash]] throw
| 13%
|13%
| 8%
|8%
| 8%
|8%
| 4%
|4%
| 2%
|2%
|-
|-
!Aerial drop
!Aerial drop
| 6%
|6%
| 4%
|4%
| <span class="explain" title="Damage varies based on drop distance. Projectiles dropped higher do more damage. Mr. Saturn does 7% at terminal velocity.">4-7%*</span>
|{{rollover|4–7%|Damage varies based on drop distance. Projectiles dropped higher do more damage. Mr. Saturn does 7% at terminal velocity.|y}}
| 2%
|2%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
!Aerial forward tilt throw
!Aerial forward tilt throw
| 8%
|8%
| 5%
|5%
| 7-8%
|7–8%
| 3%
|3%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
!Aerial up tilt throw
!Aerial up tilt throw
| 8%
|8%
| 7%
|7%
| 7-9%
|7–9%
| 1%
|1%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
!Aerial down tilt throw
!Aerial down tilt throw
| 10%
|10%
| 7%
|7%
| 7-9%
|7–9%
| 3%
|3%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
!Aerial forward smash throw
!Aerial forward smash throw
| 9%
|9%
| 6%
|6%
| 7-8%
|7–8%
| 3%
|3%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
!Aerial up smash throw
!Aerial up smash throw
| 10%
|10%
| 7%
|7%
| 7-9%
|7–9%
| 1%
|1%
| 1%
|1%
|-
|-
!Aerial down smash throw
!Aerial down smash throw
| 10%
|10%
| 7%
|7%
| 7-9%
|7–9%
| 3%
|3%
| 1%
|1%
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]''==
[[File:SSB64 Congratulations Ness.png|thumb|175px|Mr. Saturn appears in Ness's ending picture in Super Smash Bros.]]
[[File:SSB64 Congratulations Ness.png|thumb|Mr. Saturn appears in Ness's ending picture in Super Smash Bros.]]
Mr. Saturn cameos in {{SSB|Ness}}'s [[Congratulations screen]].
Mr. Saturn cameos in {{SSB|Ness}}'s [[Congratulations screen]].
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
===As an item===
===As an item===
[[Image:Mr. Saturn_Melee.png|thumb|Mr. Saturn in ''Melee''.]]
[[File:Mr. Saturn_Melee.png|thumb|Mr. Saturn in ''Melee''.]]
''Melee'' marks Mr. Saturn's debut as an item.
''Melee'' marks Mr. Saturn's debut as an item.


The following [[bonuses]] are related to Mr. Saturn:
The following [[bonuses]] are related to Mr. Saturn:
{| class="wikitable sortable"
 
! Name !! Points Given !! Requirement
{|class="wikitable sortable"
!Name!!Points Given!!Requirement
|-
|-
| Mr. Saturn Fan || 3000 || Only item used was Mr. Saturn.
|Mr. Saturn Fan||3000||Only item used was Mr. Saturn.
|-
|-
| Mrs. Saturn || 1500 || Held a specific Mr. Saturn for 30 seconds or more.
|Mrs. Saturn||1500||Held a specific Mr. Saturn for 30 seconds or more.
|-
|-
| Saturn Ringer || 4000 || Caught a Mr. Saturn thrown at the player.
|Saturn Ringer||4000||Caught a Mr. Saturn thrown at the player.
|-
|-
| Saturn Siblings || 4000 || Got 3 or more (individual) Mr. Saturns.
|Saturn Siblings||4000||Got 3 or more (individual) Mr. Saturns.
|}
|}
[[File:Mr. Saturn Trophy Melee.png|thumb|left|100px|The Mr. Saturn trophy in ''Melee''.]]


===Trophy===
===Trophy===
[[File:Mr. Saturn Trophy Melee.png|thumb|left|100px|The Mr. Saturn trophy in ''Melee''.]]
;Mr. Saturn
;Mr. Saturn
''The origins of the Mr. Saturn race are unknown. But many believe that they come from outer space. They are found in Saturn Valley and speak their own unique language. In Super Smash Bros. Melee, Mr. Saturn is just another item with which to pelt foes. These guys are laid back and not into fighting, so you can rest easy... or can you?''  
''The origins of the Mr. Saturn race are unknown. But many believe that they come from outer space. They are found in Saturn Valley and speak their own unique language. In Super Smash Bros. Melee, Mr. Saturn is just another item with which to pelt foes. These guys are laid back and not into fighting, so you can rest easy... or can you?''  
{{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=EarthBound}}
{{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=EarthBound}}
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
===As an item===
===As an item===
[[Image:HRB.jpg|thumb|right|A picture from the 2007 Tokyo Game Show. Mr. Saturn can be seen being hit by Snake's [[Home-Run Bat]].]]
[[File:HRB.jpg|thumb|A picture from the 2007 Tokyo Game Show. Mr. Saturn can be seen being hit by Snake's [[Home-Run Bat]].]]
Mr. Saturn returns as an item.
Mr. Saturn returns as an item.
One of {{SSBB|Ness}}'s {{SSBB|alternate costume}}s is a black T-shirt with a Mr. Saturn sprite on it.
One of {{SSBB|Ness}}'s {{SSBB|alternate costume}}s is a black T-shirt with a Mr. Saturn sprite on it. {{SSBB|Lucas}} makes his entrance riding the Mr. Saturns' coffee table.
{{SSBB|Lucas}} makes his entrance riding the Mr. Saturns' coffee table.


===Trophy===
===Trophy===
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''A creature from a race of unknown origin that speaks its own unique language. Some say they came from outer space, but the facts behind their appearance are wrapped in mystery. In Smash Bros., they'll wait a bit after appearing before wandering off on their own. They can be picked up and thrown at foes for minimal damage. Their shield-breaking properties are high.''
''A creature from a race of unknown origin that speaks its own unique language. Some say they came from outer space, but the facts behind their appearance are wrapped in mystery. In Smash Bros., they'll wait a bit after appearing before wandering off on their own. They can be picked up and thrown at foes for minimal damage. Their shield-breaking properties are high.''
{{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=EarthBound ''(Japan and US Only)''|console2=GBA|game2=Mother 3 ''(Japan Only)''}}
{{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=EarthBound ''(Japan and US Only)''|console2=GBA|game2=Mother 3 ''(Japan Only)''}}
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===Stickers===
===Stickers===
{| class="wikitable"
{|class="wikitable"
! Name  
!Name  
! Game  
!Game  
! Effect  
!Effect  
! Character(s)  
!Character(s)  
|-
|-
| {{s|wikibound|Mr. Saturn}}
|{{s|wikibound|Mr. Saturn}}
| {{b|EarthBound|game}}
|{{b|EarthBound|game}}
| Carry Mr. Saturn
|Carry Mr. Saturn
| {{AllChars|SSBB|s=16}}
|{{AllChars|SSBB|s=16}}
|-
|-
| {{s|wikibound|Mr. Saturn}}
|{{s|wikibound|Mr. Saturn}}
| [[Mother 3]]
|{{s|wikibound|Mother 3}}
| {{TypeIcon|PK}} Attack +7
|{{TypeIcon|PK}} Attack +7
| {{Head|Ness|g=SSBB|s=16px}}{{Head|Lucas|g=SSBB|s=16px}}
|{{Head|Ness|g=SSBB|s=16px}}{{Head|Lucas|g=SSBB|s=16px}}
|}
|}
{{StickerPicBox|Mr. Saturn|EarthBound}}
{{StickerPicBox|Mr. Saturn|EarthBound}}
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===Trophy===
===Trophy===
[[File:MrSaturnTrophyWiiU.png|thumb|left|100px|Trophy in ''for Wii U''.]]
[[File:MrSaturnTrophyWiiU.png|thumb|left|100px|Trophy in ''for Wii U''.]]
[[File:MrSaturnTrophy3DS.png|thumb|right|100px|Trophy in ''for 3DS''.]]
[[File:MrSaturnTrophy3DS.png|thumb|100px|Trophy in ''for 3DS''.]]
;Mr. Saturn
;Mr. Saturn
{{Flag|ntsc}} ''Mr. Saturns are curious beings that speak their own language. They might not look it, but they're scientific geniuses! In this game, they tend to go for a stroll around the battlefield. Throwing one at an enemy won't do much damage, but Mr. Saturn will take out a shield very easily.''
{{Flag|ntsc}} ''Mr. Saturns are curious beings that speak their own language. They might not look it, but they're scientific geniuses! In this game, they tend to go for a stroll around the battlefield. Throwing one at an enemy won't do much damage, but Mr. Saturn will take out a shield very easily.''
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{{Flag|pal}} ''Mr. Saturns are curious beings that speak their own language. They might not look it, but they're scientific geniuses! In this game, they tend to just do their own thing, but you can throw them to deal...a bit of damage. They're good at breaking shields, though, and make adorable noises when they do!''
{{Flag|pal}} ''Mr. Saturns are curious beings that speak their own language. They might not look it, but they're scientific geniuses! In this game, they tend to just do their own thing, but you can throw them to deal...a bit of damage. They're good at breaking shields, though, and make adorable noises when they do!''
{{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=EarthBound (06/1995)|console2=GBA|game2=Mother 3 (2006 -- JP)}}
{{Trophy games|console1=SNES|game1=EarthBound (06/1995)|console2=GBA|game2=Mother 3 (2006 -- JP)}}
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
===As an item===
===As an item===
Mr. Saturn returns as an item again, functioning the same as before. Strangely enough, one is seen being carried by [[Olimar]]'s [[Pikmin]] on both the box and roster art. This is the only item that appears in both of these.
Mr. Saturn returns as an item again, functioning the same as before.
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===As a costume===
===As a costume===
[[File:SSBU_Mr._Saturn_Hat.jpg|100px|thumb|The Mr. Saturn Hat in ''Ultimate''. ]]
[[File:SSBU_Mr._Saturn_Hat.jpg|100px|thumb|The Mr. Saturn Hat in ''Ultimate''.]]
The Mr. Saturn is also a basis for a {{SSBU|Mii Fighter}} [[Mii Costume|hat]].   
The Mr. Saturn is also a basis for a {{SSBU|Mii Fighter}} [[Mii Costume|hat]].   


===Spirits===
===Spirits===
The Mr. Saturn also appears as a [[summon]]-exclusive [[Spirit]] requiring the cores of [[Specknose]] and [[Qbby]], and it turn can be used with six Defense-class cores to summon the [[Absolutely Safe Capsule]].
The Mr. Saturn also appears as a [[summon]]-exclusive [[Spirit]] requiring the cores of {{h2|List of spirits (Kid Icarus series)|Specknose}} and {{h2|List of spirits (Others)|Qbby}}, and in turn can be used with six Defense-class cores to summon the {{h2|List of spirits (EarthBound series)|Absolutely Safe Capsule}}.
{| class="wikitable sortable"
{|class="wikitable sortable"
|-
|-
! No. !! Image !! Name !! Type !! Class !! Ability !! Series
!No.!!Image!!Name!!Type!!Class!!Ability!!Series
|-
|-
| 577 || [[File:Mr Saturn Spirit.png|center|108x108px]] || Mr. Saturn || [[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]] || ★★★ || Shield Damage ↑ || ''EarthBound/Mother''
|577||[[File:Mr Saturn Spirit.png|center|108x108px]]||Mr. Saturn||[[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]]||{{rollover|★★★|Ace}}||Shield Damage ↑||''EarthBound/Mother''
|}
|}


Equipping the following Support Spirits will give the player a Mr. Saturn at the start of a match.
Equipping the following Support Spirits will give the player a Mr. Saturn at the start of a match.


{| class="wikitable sortable"
{|class="wikitable sortable"
|-
|-
! No. !! Image !! Name !! Type !! Class !! Cost !! Ability !! Series
!No.!!Image!!Name!!Type!!Class!!Cost!!Ability!!Series
|-
|-
| 213 || [[File:Kafei Spirit.png|center|64x64px]] || Kafei || [[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]] || ★★ || 1 || Mr. Saturn Equipped || ''The Legend of Zelda'' Series
|213||[[File:Kafei Spirit.png|center|64x64px]]||Kafei||[[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]]||{{rollover|★★|Advanced}}||1||Mr. Saturn Equipped||''The Legend of Zelda'' Series
|-
|-
| 743 || [[File:Pyoro.png|center|64x64px]] || Pyoro || [[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]] || ★★ || 1 || Mr. Saturn Equipped || ''WarioWare'' Series
|743||[[File:Pyoro.png|center|64x64px]]||Pyoro||[[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]]||{{rollover|★★|Advanced}}||1||Mr. Saturn Equipped||''WarioWare'' Series
|-
|-
| 1,184 || [[File:Spirits old man lobber.png|center|64x64px]] || Old Man Lobber || [[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]] || ★★ || 1 || Mr. Saturn Equipped || ''The Legendary Starfy'' Series
|1,184||[[File:Spirits old man lobber.png|center|64x64px]]||Old Man Lobber||[[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]]||{{rollover|★★|Advanced}}||1||Mr. Saturn Equipped||''The Legendary Starfy'' Series
|-
|-
| 1,216 || [[File:Drlube.png|center|64x64px]] || Dr. Lobe || [[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]] || ★★ || 1 || Mr. Saturn Equipped || ''Big Brain Academy'' Series
|1,216||[[File:Drlube.png|center|64x64px]]||Dr. Lobe||[[File:SpiritTypeSupport.png|20px|center|Support]]||{{rollover|★★|Advanced}}||1||Mr. Saturn Equipped||''Big Brain Academy'' Series
|}
|}
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
Image:Mrsaturn2.jpg|thumb|Artwork of Mr. Saturn from ''Brawl''.
File:Mrsaturn2.jpg|Artwork of Mr. Saturn from ''Brawl''.
Image:SSBUMrSaturn.png|thumb|Artwork of Mr. Saturn from ''Ultimate''.
File:SSBUMrSaturn.png|Artwork of Mr. Saturn from ''Ultimate''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*An interview with [[Shigesato Itoi]] reveals his perception of the Mr. Saturn as a "symbol of innocence"{{fact}}, likely explaining their passive behavior as an item. Furthermore, its unorthodox honk is likely based on their unique dialect.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsftegYjaiQ]</ref>
*Mr. Saturn is one of the only items that can't be [[eaten]], likely because they are living beings.
*Mr. Saturn is one of the only items that can't be [[eaten]], likely because they are living beings.
*A small Mr. Saturn [http://earthboundcentral.com/2009/10/hidden-mr-saturn-sprite-in-brawl/ sprite] is hidden in the texture of the {{b|Metroid|creature}} Assist Trophy from ''Brawl''. It cannot be seen in-game.
*A small Mr. Saturn [http://earthboundcentral.com/2009/10/hidden-mr-saturn-sprite-in-brawl/ sprite] is hidden in the texture of the {{b|Metroid|creature}} Assist Trophy from ''Brawl''. It cannot be seen in-game.
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**At 150%, a thrown Mr. Saturn may trip the opponent.
**At 150%, a thrown Mr. Saturn may trip the opponent.
*Mr. Saturn is the first non-playable character to appear in the panoramic banner.
*Mr. Saturn is the first non-playable character to appear in the panoramic banner.
*Mr. Saturn, [[Morgana]] and [[Slime]] are the only non-playable characters to appear in ''[[Ultimate]]''{{'}}s panoramic character artwork.
*Mr. Saturn, [[Morgana]] and [[Slime]] are the only non-playable characters to appear in ''Ultimate''{{'}}s panoramic character artwork.
**Of these three, it's the only one to be an item, though it can be pulled out by Peach or Daisy's down special.
**Of these, Mr. Saturn is the only one to be an item, as well as the only one to appear in the box art and {{SSBU|Classic Mode}} mural.
 
==References==
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Mr. Saturn
Mr Saturn Spirit.png
EarthboundSymbol.svg

Official clay model of Mr. Saturn from Mother 2.

Universe EarthBound
Appears in Melee
Brawl
SSB4
Ultimate
Item class Throwing/Living
Article on WikiBound Mr. Saturn

Mr. Saturn (どせいさん, Mr. Saturn) is a creature from the EarthBound series, appearing as an item starting with Super Smash Bros. Melee.

Origin

A Mr. Saturn in EarthBound.
A Mr. Saturn as it originally appeared in EarthBound.

Mr. Saturns are a race of creatures resident to Saturn Valley, and speak in their own eccentric dialect, involving the use of verbal tics such as "Zoom", "Boing", "Ding", or "Dakota" at the end of most sentences, as well as a distinctive font from that used in the remainder of the games.

In EarthBound, they were captured by Master Belch, one of Giygas' henchmen. Once Master Belch is defeated by Ness and his party, the Mr. Saturn are freed and help Ness on his journey. They are shown to be surprisingly intelligent, as they assist Dr. Andonuts in making the Phase Distorter, allowing Ness to travel to the past and defeat Giygas. In Chapter 7 of Mother 3, the Mr. Saturn are captured and neutralized by the Pigmask Army with their Frightbots, with the goal of finding the location of one of the Seven Needles. Once freed by Lucas and his party, they reveal the location of the next Needle, found in Fire Mountain.

Overview

Mr. Saturn walks around the stage, pushing other items along with it. It also honks when making contact with an opponent. If thrown, it will deal very little damage and knockback, but it can be used repeatedly, as it does not disappear after one use. As an unconventional meteor smash, Mr. Saturn gives off a large amount of stun when it hits an opponent, making it great for combos. It also does a significant amount of shield damage—21 in Melee and 42 in Brawl. In Smash 4 and Ultimate, Mr. Saturn will always instantly break shields no matter how it is thrown, but can be perfect shielded as with other attacks.

Mr. Saturn can also be pulled out by using Vegetable, appearing with a chance of 1/300 in Melee, 1/128 in Brawl, and 1/116 in SSB4 and Ultimate.

Damage table

In Brawl, the momentum of a projectile will affect the damage a character will receive; these are recorded in bounces.

In SSB4, damage varies based on distance. Projectiles thrown point-blank do more damage.

Action Melee Brawl SSB4 Bounce 2nd Bounce
Stationary throw 8% 5% 7–8% 3% 2%
Forward tilt throw 8% 5% 7–8% 3% 2%
Up tilt throw 7% 6% 7–9% 1% 1%
Down tilt throw 10% 8% 6% 3% 1%
Dash throw 10% 5% 7–9% 3% 2%
Forward smash throw 11% 6% 8–10% 4% 2%
Up smash throw 11% 7% 8–10% 2% 1%
Down smash throw 13% 8% 8% 4% 2%
Aerial drop 6% 4% 4–7% 2% 1%
Aerial forward tilt throw 8% 5% 7–8% 3% 1%
Aerial up tilt throw 8% 7% 7–9% 1% 1%
Aerial down tilt throw 10% 7% 7–9% 3% 1%
Aerial forward smash throw 9% 6% 7–8% 3% 1%
Aerial up smash throw 10% 7% 7–9% 1% 1%
Aerial down smash throw 10% 7% 7–9% 3% 1%

Note: A Mr. Saturn cannot be dropped while on the ground; the player will throw it instead.

In Super Smash Bros.

Mr. Saturn appears in Ness's ending picture in Super Smash Bros.

Mr. Saturn cameos in Ness's Congratulations screen.

In Super Smash Bros. Melee

As an item

Mr. Saturn in Melee.

Melee marks Mr. Saturn's debut as an item.

The following bonuses are related to Mr. Saturn:

Name Points Given Requirement
Mr. Saturn Fan 3000 Only item used was Mr. Saturn.
Mrs. Saturn 1500 Held a specific Mr. Saturn for 30 seconds or more.
Saturn Ringer 4000 Caught a Mr. Saturn thrown at the player.
Saturn Siblings 4000 Got 3 or more (individual) Mr. Saturns.

Trophy

Mr. Saturn trophy from Super Smash Bros. Melee.
The Mr. Saturn trophy in Melee.
Mr. Saturn

The origins of the Mr. Saturn race are unknown. But many believe that they come from outer space. They are found in Saturn Valley and speak their own unique language. In Super Smash Bros. Melee, Mr. Saturn is just another item with which to pelt foes. These guys are laid back and not into fighting, so you can rest easy... or can you?

SNES: EarthBound

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl

As an item

A picture from the 2007 Tokyo Game Show. Mr. Saturn can be seen being hit by Snake's Home-Run Bat.

Mr. Saturn returns as an item. One of Ness's alternate costumes is a black T-shirt with a Mr. Saturn sprite on it. Lucas makes his entrance riding the Mr. Saturns' coffee table.

Trophy

Mr. Saturn trophy from Super Smash Bros. Brawl.
The Mr. Saturn trophy in Brawl.
Mr. Saturn

A creature from a race of unknown origin that speaks its own unique language. Some say they came from outer space, but the facts behind their appearance are wrapped in mystery. In Smash Bros., they'll wait a bit after appearing before wandering off on their own. They can be picked up and thrown at foes for minimal damage. Their shield-breaking properties are high.

SNES: EarthBound (Japan and US Only)
GB Advance: Mother 3 (Japan Only)

Stickers

Name Game Effect Character(s)
Mr. Saturn EarthBound Carry Mr. Saturn RandomHeadSSBB.png
Mr. Saturn Mother 3 TypeIcon(PK).png Attack +7 NessHeadSSBB.pngLucasHeadSSBB.png
Brawl Sticker Mr. Saturn (EarthBound).png
Mr. Saturn
(EarthBound)
Brawl Sticker Mr. Saturn (Mother 3).png
Mr. Saturn
(Mother 3)

In Super Smash Bros. 4

As an item

Mr. Saturn returns as an item once again. Both Ness's Mr. Saturn T-shirt and Lucas's Mr. Saturn table also return.

In Smash Tour

Mr. Saturn appears as a red item: when selected before a battle, it allows the user's attacks to break shields more easily.

A Mr. Saturn Smash is one of the possible battle types: in it, only Mr. Saturns appear as items.

Trophy

Trophy in for Wii U.
Trophy in for 3DS.
Mr. Saturn

Ntsc Mr. Saturns are curious beings that speak their own language. They might not look it, but they're scientific geniuses! In this game, they tend to go for a stroll around the battlefield. Throwing one at an enemy won't do much damage, but Mr. Saturn will take out a shield very easily.

Pal Mr. Saturns are curious beings that speak their own language. They might not look it, but they're scientific geniuses! In this game, they tend to just do their own thing, but you can throw them to deal...a bit of damage. They're good at breaking shields, though, and make adorable noises when they do!

SNES: EarthBound (06/1995)
GB Advance: Mother 3 (2006 -- JP)

In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

As an item

Mr. Saturn returns as an item again, functioning the same as before.

As a costume

The Mr. Saturn Hat in Ultimate.

The Mr. Saturn is also a basis for a Mii Fighter hat.

Spirits

The Mr. Saturn also appears as a summon-exclusive Spirit requiring the cores of Specknose and Qbby, and in turn can be used with six Defense-class cores to summon the Absolutely Safe Capsule.

No. Image Name Type Class Ability Series
577
Mr Saturn Spirit.png
Mr. Saturn
Support
★★★ Shield Damage ↑ EarthBound/Mother

Equipping the following Support Spirits will give the player a Mr. Saturn at the start of a match.

No. Image Name Type Class Cost Ability Series
213
Kafei Spirit.png
Kafei
Support
★★ 1 Mr. Saturn Equipped The Legend of Zelda Series
743
Pyoro.png
Pyoro
Support
★★ 1 Mr. Saturn Equipped WarioWare Series
1,184
Spirits old man lobber.png
Old Man Lobber
Support
★★ 1 Mr. Saturn Equipped The Legendary Starfy Series
1,216 Dr. Lobe
Support
★★ 1 Mr. Saturn Equipped Big Brain Academy Series

Gallery

Trivia

  • An interview with Shigesato Itoi reveals his perception of the Mr. Saturn as a "symbol of innocence"[citation needed], likely explaining their passive behavior as an item. Furthermore, its unorthodox honk is likely based on their unique dialect.[1]
  • Mr. Saturn is one of the only items that can't be eaten, likely because they are living beings.
  • A small Mr. Saturn sprite is hidden in the texture of the Metroid Assist Trophy from Brawl. It cannot be seen in-game.
  • In Smash 4, a Mr. Saturn thrown at a grounded opponent will sometimes have a meteor effect, though this doesn't occur until they are at 200% damage.
    • At 150%, a thrown Mr. Saturn may trip the opponent.
  • Mr. Saturn is the first non-playable character to appear in the panoramic banner.
  • Mr. Saturn, Morgana and Slime are the only non-playable characters to appear in Ultimate's panoramic character artwork.
    • Of these, Mr. Saturn is the only one to be an item, as well as the only one to appear in the box art and Classic Mode mural.

References

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