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*The Fountain of Dreams is where the Star Rod resides in ''Kirby's Adventure''.
*The Kirby Team references to Kirby being featured in this spirit's artwork.
**The Kirby puppet fighters starting off with a Star Rod references to the Star Rod featured in this spirit's artwork.
*The stage represents the Fountain of Dreams where the Star Rod resides in ''Kirby's Adventure''.
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*The Robobot Armor resembles a large, robotic Kirby and can transform its arm into a drill, which can be used to twist screws and activate cranks.
*The Metal Kirby Team references to Kirby being featured in this spirit's artwork.
**The Metal Kirby puppet fighters references to the Robobot Armor resembling a large, robotic Kirby.
*The stage references to the Robobot Armor's Halberd Mode.
*The choice Item of Drills represents the Robobot Armor transforming its arm into a powerful drill.
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|{{SSBUMusicLink|Kirby|The Legendary Air Ride Machine}}
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*The Dragoon has among the highest speed and flight capabilities in ''Kirby Air Ride'', hence Kirby's increased move speed.
*The Kirby puppet fighter represents the Dragoon, where its parts appear as the choice Item.
*The stage represents the flying gameplay mechanic in ''Kirby Air Ride''.
*The music represents the Dragoon's debut in ''Kirby Air Ride''.
*The second battle condition the Dragoon having among the highest speed and flight capabilities in ''Kirby Air RIde''.
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*Rick's ability in the ''Kirby'' series allows him to traverse icy terrain without slipping.
*The Pikachu puppet fighter represents Rick, Kirby's hamster Animal Friend.
*The spirit being equipped with a Fire Flower references Burning Rick, which allows him to breathe fire.
**The Pikachu puppet fighter starting off with a Fire Flower references to Rick's Fire form, Burning Rick which allows him to breathe fire.
*The stage references to Rick's debut in ''Kirby’s Dream Land 2''.
*The Ice Floor hazard references to Rick's ability to traverse across icy terrain without slipping.
*The Spirit Battle placement on Alolan Islands within the World ofLight Adventure Mode references to Rick guarding the entrance into Forest Hill, a beast-themed dungeon.
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*Kine's ability in the ''Kirby'' series increases Kirby's swimming power.
*The Squirtle puppet fighter represents Kine, Kirby's sunfish Animal Friend.
*The spirit being equipped with a Freezie references Freeze Kine, which causes him to become entrapped in a block of ice.
**The Squirtle puppet fighter starting off with a Freezie references to Kine's Ice form, Ice Kine, which causes him to become entrapped in a block of ice.
*The stage and music represents the swimming levels where Kine is playable in ''Kirby's Dream Land 2''.
*The Byouancy Reduced rule and battle condition references to Kine's ability to increase Kirby's swimming power.
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*Coo's ability in the ''Kirby'' series allows him to fly quickly and traverse high winds.
*The Falco puppet fighter represents Coo, Kirby's owl Animal Friend.
*The stage and music represents Coo's debut in ''Kirby’s Dream Land 2''.
*The Heavy Wind hazard and the battle conditions references to Coo's ability in the ''Kirby'' series which allows him to fly quickly and traverse high winds.
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*Gooey shares his usage of the [[Copy Ability]] with Kirby.
*The Kirby puppet fighter represents Gooey, Kirby's gelatanous Animal Friend.
*The Kirby puppet fighter's favor for [[Inhale]] references to both Kirby and Gooey sharing the same Inhale and [[Copy Ability|Copy Abilities]].
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*Nago's ability allows him to roll Kirby into a ball (hence the Soccer Ball items) and jump twice in midair.
*The Isabelle puppet fighter represents Nago, Kirby's cat Animal Friend.
*The choice Item of Soccer Ball references to Nago's ability to roll Kirby into a ball.
*The Extra Midair Jump battle condition references to Nago's ability to jump twice in midair.
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Mysterious Dimension within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to the creature-themed quiz section of the sub-world.
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*Much like Fletchling, Pitch is a small and highly-agile bird.
*The Jigglypuff puppet fighter represents Pitch, Kirby's bird Animal Friend.
**The green Jigglypuff puppet fighter likely references to both Jigglypuff and Kirbyidentical in shape, size, and flotation abilities with Jigglypuff's nightcap representing Pitch.
*The Fletchling Poké Ball Pokémon references to both Fletchling and Pitch being small and highly-agile birds.
*The second battle condition references to Pitch's ability to carry Kirby while flying.
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*ChuChu's ability in the ''Kirby'' series allows her to stick to ceilings.
*The pink Jigglypuff puppet fighter represents ChuChu, Kirby's octopus Animal Friend.
*The Sticky Floor hazard references to ChuChu's ability to stick to ceilings.
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*Whispy Woods appears in the background of Green Greens and uses two attacks: blowing wind and dropping apples, both of which are represented here.
*The red Kirby Team represents the apples Whispy Woods drops.
*The Puppet Fighters of Kirby represent the apples Whispy drops, rather than the character himself.
*The stage references to Whispy Woods appearing as a stage hazard.
*The Heavy Wind hazard references to Whispy Woods's main method of attack by blowing intense gusts of wind.
*The second battle condition references to Whispy Woods's second method of attack by dropping apples on the player.
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Mysterious Dimension within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to the ''Kirby''-themed quiz section of the sub-world.
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*Kracko often appears in cloudy settings and uses electric attacks, often dropping [[Waddle Doo]]s (here represented by two Pikachu).
*The King Dedede puppet fighter represents Kracko due to their ability to float and levitate in the air.
*The two Pikachu minion fighters represents Kracko's electrical attacks.
**The Pikachu minion fighters also references to the [[Waddle Doo]]s Kracko drops during battle.
*The stage references to the cloudy setting of Kracko's boss level.
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*Nightmare infected the Fountain of Dreams in ''Kirby's Adventure''. The puppet fighter represents Nightmare's initial Power Orb form, which is fought by Kirby using the Star Rod.
*The purple Giant Kirby represents Nightmare's Power Orb, the initial form of Nightmare (this spirit's enhanced form) who appears as the Assist Trophy enemy.
*The song choice references Marx, another ''Kirby'' final boss.  
**The Kirby puppet fighter starting off with a Star Rod references to how Nightmare was accidentally released by Kirby using the Star Rod.
*The stage represents the Fountain of Dreams where Nightmare was imprisoned in ''Kirby's Adventure''.
*The music references Marx, another final boss in the ''Kirby'' series.  
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*This battle recreates the final boss fight of ''Kirby's Dream Land 2''; it begins with a fight against the possessed King Dedede, then continues with a fight against Dark Matter (represented by Meta Knight).
*This spirit battle represents the final boss battle of ''Kirby's Dream Land 2'' where after defeating a possessed King Dedede, the boss battle enters its second phase against Dark Matter Blade.
*The song choice references 0², the leader of the Dark Matter species and final boss of ''Kirby 64''.
*The stage references to the Dark Matter boss battle taking place in the sky.
*The music references 0², the leader of the Dark Matter species and final boss of ''Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards''.
*The Nightmare Assist Trophy enemy references to Nightmare's appearance in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series, shrouding the entire stage in darkness.
**The Nightmare Assist Trophy enemy also references to Nightmare's Power Orb resembling Real Dark Matter, the final boss of ''Kirby's Adventure 2.
*The stamina battle represents a typical ''Kirby'' boss battle.
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*Gryll is the final boss of the Japan-only puzzle game, ''Kirby's Super Star Stacker''. The Warp Stars that appear are likely meant to represent the falling blocks that make up the game's puzzles.
*The green Jigglypuff puppet fighter represents Gryll, the final boss of the Japan-only puzzle game, ''Kirby's Super Star Stacker''.
*The stage references to the stack-up blocks in between the three floating islands, the main gameplay mechanic in ''Kirby's Super Star Stacker''.
*The choice Item of Warp Stars likely references  the falling blocks that make up the game's puzzles.
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*Heavy Lobster is a robotic enemy fought on the Halberd in ''Kirby Super Star''. The Fire Flower represents its attack where it emits fire from its claws.
*The Lemmy puppet fighter represents the Heavy Lobster, a robotic boss enemy in ''Kirby Super Star''.
**The Lemmy puppet fighter starting off with a Fire Flower references the Heavy Lobster attacking by blowing out fire from its claws.
*The stage and music represents the Halberd where the Heavy Lobster is encountered.
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*Moley is a boss who is often found burrowing underground. The ''Squeak Squad Theme'' music represents his counterpart in that game, Mrs. Moley.
*The Giant Pikachu puppet fighter represents Moley due to both Pikachu and Moley being rodent-like characters.
*The stage references to the underground setting of Moley's boss battle.
*The music references to Moley's counterpart in ''Kirby Squeak Squad'': Mrs. Moley.
*The choice Item of Pitfall references to Moley's digging ability.
*The Spirit Battle placement in Forest Hill within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to Forest Hill being occupied by beast-themed spirits.
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*Dark Mind is the main antagonist of ''Kirby & the Amazing Mirror'', and often uses mirrors to attack, hence why he reflects projectiles. His true form resembles a fiery orb and uses flame-based attacks.
*The Ganondorf puppet fighter represents Dark Mind, the main antagonist of ''Kirby & the Amazing Mirror''.
**The Reflect Ganondorf puppet fighter references to his mirrors, his main method of attack.
*The stage references to the background of Dimension Mirror where Dark Ming is encountered.
*The music references to 0², another final boss in the ''Kirby'' games which greatly resembles Dark Mind's true form.
*The Curry-Filled rule and battle condition references to Dark's Mind true form being a fiery orb who utilizes fire-based attacks.
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*Magolor is a mage with supernatural powers. He uses the same music and screen-flipping attack as his boss fight in ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land''.
*The Robin puppet fighter references to both Robin and Magolor being mages who utilizes magic-based attacks.
*The stage references to the Lor Starcutter, Magolor's flying cosmic ship.
*The music references to Magolor's boss fight in ''Kirby's Return to Dream Land''.
*The Screen Flip hazard references to Magolor's screen-flipping attacking during his boss battle.
*The Spirit Battle placement in Outer Space within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to Magolor's trek through the cosmos.
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*Landia is a four-headed dragon who splits into four distinct dragons after losing half of its health, which is recreated here. The music and stage reference the level it is encountered in, Dangerous Dinner.
*This spirit battle represents fighting against Landia, a four-headed dragon Landia is a four-headed dragon who splits into four distinct dragons after losing half of its health.
*The stage and music references to Dangerous Dinner, Landia's boss battle level.
*The stamina battle condition represents a typical ''Kirby'' boss battle.
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*Susie is the secretary and executive assistant to President Haltmann of the Haltmann Works Company, much like how Isabelle is the secretary to the town's mayor in the ''Animal Crossing'' series.
*The Isabelle puppet fighter references to both Isabelle and Susie being secretary characters.
*The metallic Meta Knight represents Mecha Knight, a boss from ''Kirby: Planet Robobot''—Meta Knight after undergoing a cybernetic transformation.
*The Metal Meta Knight represents Mecha Knight, a mechanized version of Meta Knight and boss from ''Kirby Planet Robobot''.
*The stage represents the Halberd where Meta Knight attempted to fight off the forces of the Haltmann Works Company but failed.
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Power Plant within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to the Power Plant being occupied by electronics-based spirits.
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*The Three Mage-Sisters are Francisca, the blue mage who wields ice; Flamberge, the red mage who wields fire; and Zan Partizanne, the yellow mage who wields electricity.
*This spirit battle represents fighting against the Three Mage-Sisters: Francisca, Flamberge, and Zan Partizanne (each represented respectively by the blue, red, and yellow Robin puppet fighters).
*The stage and music likely references to the Three Mage-Sisters becoming Kirby's Dream Friends in ''Kirby Star Allies''.
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Mysterious Dimension within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to the group-themed quiz section of the sub-world.
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*Waddle Dees highly resemble Kirby but have no special abilities or powers. They debuted in the original ''Kirby’s Dream Land'', which the stage is based upon.  
*The Kirby Team represents Waddle Dees, a common enemy in the ''Kirby'' games that resembles the eponymous character.
*The stage and music represents Waddle Dee's debut in ''Kirby’s Dream Land''.
*The Spirit Battle placement in Gourmet Race within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to Gourmet Race being a ''Kirby''-themed sub-world.
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*Waddle Doos are similar to Waddle Dees, but wield electricity and can fire beams from their eyes.
*The Kirby Team represents Waddle Doos, a common enemy species similar to Waddle Dees in the ''Kirby'' games.
**The Kirby puppet fighters starting off with a Super Scope references to the fire beams that Waddle Doos shoot from their singular eye.
*The stage and music represents Waddle Doo's debut in ''Kirby's Dream Land''.
*The Zap Floor hazard references to the Waddle Doo's appearance in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series where it deals electrical damage to the players.
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Mysterious Dimension within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to the ''Kirby''-themed quiz section of the sub-world.
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*Bronto Burts are flying enemies known for ramming into Kirby while in the air.
*The Pit Team represents Bronto Burt, a common flying enemy in the ''Kirby'' games.
*The stage and music represents Bronto Burt's debut in ''Kirby's Dream Land''.
**The stage also references to Bronto Burts appearing as a background character.
**The stage also references to the Spirit Battle placement in Forest Hill within the World of Light Adventure Mode where it located near a tree.
*The Pit puppet fighters favor for [[Upperdash Arm]] references to Bronto Burts main method of attack by ramming into Kirby while in the air.
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*Poppy Bros. Jr are elf-like enemies who wield bombs, much like Link.  
*The two Young Link puppet fighters represents Poppy Bros. Jr., a common enemy in the ''Kirby'' games.
*The stage likely represents the Green Greens level where Poppy Bros. Jr. is often found.
*The choice Items of Bob-ombs and the Young Link puppet fighters' favor for [[Bomb]] in the air references to Poppy Bros. Jr.'s main method of attack by throwing bombs at Kirby while jumping in the air.
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*The Gordos are represented through invisible King Dededes constantly using their side special, [[Gordo Throw]].
*The Clear King Dedede puppet fighters' favor for [[Gordo Throw]] represents the Gordos, a common spiky enemy in the ''Kirby'' games.
*The stage and music represents the Gordos' debut in ''Kirby's Dream Land''.
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*Scarfies are enemies who at first appear harmless, but turn into more threatening foes when attacked.
*The Kirby Team represents the Scarfies, a common enemy in the ''Kirby'' games.
*The stage and music represents the Scarfy's debut in ''Kirby's Dream Land''.
*The battle condition references to Scarfies initially appearing harmless, but will turn into more threatening foes when attacked (represented by Angry Scarfy, this spirit's enhanced form).
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Mysterious Dimension within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to the ''Kirby''-themed quiz section of the sub-world.
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*Rockies are stone-like enemies who often attempt to drop on Kirby's head, reflecting Kirby's [[Stone]] attack.
*The Metal Kirby puppet fighter represents Rocky, a hard-shelled stone enemy in the ''Kirby'' games.
*The stage and music represents the Rockies' appearance in ''The Great Cave Offensive'' in ''Kirby Super Star''.
*The Kirby puppet fighter's favor for [[Stone]] references Rockies' main method of attack by dropping onto Kirby's head.
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*Bomber's tendency to suddenly explode is represented through the Bomber item.
*The black Kirby puppet fighter represents Bomber, who appears as the choice Item.
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*Bugzzy is a beetle-like mid-boss known for his grappling wrestling moves, hence Ridley favoring usage of [[Space Pirate Rush]].
*The purple Ridley puppet fighter represents Bugzzy, a common mid-boss in the ''Kirby'' games.
*The stage references to the Grape Garden Arena where Bugzzy is first encountered in ''Kirby's Adventure''.
*The choice Item of Beetles represents Bugzzy being a stag beetle mid-boss.
**The choice Item of Beetles and the Ridley puppet fighter's favor for [[Space Pirate Rush]] represents Bugzzy's grappling wrestling moves.
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Mysterious Dimension within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to the ''Kirby''-themed quiz section of the sub-world.
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*Bonkers is a simian mid-boss equipped with a hammer.
*The Donkey Kong puppet fighter represents Bonkers, a common gorilla mid-boss in the ''Kirby'' games.
**The Donkey Kong puppet fighter starting out with a Hammer references to Bonkers wielding his hammer.
*The stage and music likely references to the Nature Notch where Bonkers is encountered in ''Kirby Squeak Squad''.
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*Mr. Frosty is a walrus-like mid-boss who uses ice-based attacks.
*The Ice Climbers puppet fighter references to both Ice Climbers and Frosty utilizing ice-based attacks.
*The Icy Floor hazard references to Mr. Frosty being an ice-themed mid-boss.
*The stamina battle represents a typical ''Kirby'' boss battle.
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Mysterious Dimension within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to the ''Kirby''-themed quiz section of the sub-world.
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*The Meta-Knights are Meta Knight's minions who serve him on the deck of the Halberd.
*This spirit battle represents fighting against the Meta-Knights featured in this spirit's artwork: Javelin Knight, Axe Knight, Mace Knight, and Trident Knight (each represented respectively by Meta Knight, which the red Meta Knight puppet fighter representing the first former and the three navy Meta Knight puppet fighters representing the latter three).
**The red Meta Knight puppet fighter starting off with a Killing Edge represents Javelin Knight.
*The stage and music represents the Halberd, the warship used by Meta Knight and his minions to launch an assault on Dream Land.
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*Plasma Wisps are enemies who use electrical moves; the setting and music of the battle references their appearance in ''Kirby Air Ride'', specifically being based on the City Trial mode.
*The green Robin puppet fighter represents the Plasma Wisp, a plasma-like enemy in ''Kirby Super Star'' and ''Kirby Air Ride''.
*The stage and music references to the Plasma Wisp's appearance in ''Kirby Air Ride'', more specifically, the City Trial mode.
*The choice Item of Hotheads references to the Plasma Wisp's fiery body.
*The Zap Floor hazard and the fighter's favor for [[Thunder (Robin)|Thunder]] references the Plasma Wisp's electrical attacks.
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*In the ''Kirby'' series, Tac can steal Kirby's copy ability or Helper if one bumps into him. He often makes a speedy getaway after doing so, hence the timed nature of the battle.
*The Villager Team represents Tac, a thieving enemy in the ''Kirby'' games.
*In ''Kirby Super Star'', Tacs commonly appear in ''The Great Cave Offensive'', the basis of the stage choice.
*The stage and music represents ''The Great Cave Offensive'' where Tacs are often found.
*The battle condition references to the Tacs stealing Kirby's or his Helper's Copy Ability by bumping into them and making a speedy getaway after doing so.
*The Spirit Battle placement in the Sacred Land within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to Gerudo Desert being the home to Gerduo, a race of thieves from ''The Legend of Zelda'' series.
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*Chef Kawasaki provides Kirby with the Cook ability, which allows him to turn enemies into food items that restore health.
*The Pac-Man puppet fighter represents Chef Kawasaki, who appears as the Assist Trophy enemy.
*The choice Item of Food references to Chef Kawasaki being a chef.
*The second battle condition references to Chef Kawasaki providing Kirby with the Cook ability, which allows him to turn enemies into food items that restore health.
*The Spirit Battle placement in Gourmet Race within the World of Light Adventure Mode references to Gourmet Race being a ''Kirby''-themed sub-world.
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*Knuckle Joe is a brawler enemy who uses martial arts attacks. The choice of Ryu as his Puppet Fighter likely refers to how his abilities take inspiration from the ''Street Fighter'' series, such as Rising Break being based on [[Shoryuken]].
*The Ryu puppet fighter represents Knuckle Joe, who appears as the Assist Trophy enemy.
**The Ryu puppet fighter likely references to Knuckle Joe's fighting abilities taking inspiration from the''Street Fighter'' series, such as Rising Break being based on [[Shoryuken]].
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*Prince Fluff appears in ''Kirby's Epic Yarn'', a game with an arts-and-crafts theme similar to ''Yoshi's Story'', the basis of the Super Happy Tree stage.
*The blue Kirby puppet fighter represents Prince Fluff due to both Kirby and Prince Fluff being identical in shape, size, and abilities.
*The Puppet Fighter having stronger throws references the Yarn Whip mechanic in ''Kirby's Epic Yarn'', which allows Kirby and Fluff to pick up and toss objects and enemies.
*The stage references to the arts-and-crafts theme of ''Kirby's Epic Yarn'' similar to ''Yoshi's Story'' in which the Super Happy Tree appears.
*The battle conditions references to the Yarn Whip mechanic in ''Kirby's Epic Yarn'' which allows Kirby and Fluff to pick up and toss objects and enemies.
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*The choice of Palutena refers to Elline's fairy-like appearance, as Palutena, a goddess, is a mythical being like fairies, not unlike with the spirit battle for {{uv|Mario}} series' [[List of spirits (Super Mario series)#Wanda|Wanda]], coincidentally, whose core is required to summon her.
*The Tiny Palutena references to both Elline and Palutena being mythical humanoid beings.
*Elline appears in ''Kirby and the Rainbow Curse'', a game themed around rainbows, hence the stage choice.
*The stage references to Elline's appearance in ''Kirby and the Rainbow Curse'', a game themed around rainbows.
*The game utilizes the touch screen to have Elline guide Kirby while the latter is transformed into a ball, explaining the item choices.
*The choice Item of Balls references to the touch screen gameplay mechanic of ''Rainbow Curse'' where the player must have Elline guide Kirby while he is transformed into a ball.
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