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Kirby: Triple Deluxe

Hammer

Learn how to get and use the powerful Hammer ability in Kirby: Triple Deluxe! Discover all its moves, including the devastating Hammer Flip, and dominate your foes.

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Learn how to get and use the powerful Hammer ability in Kirby: Triple Deluxe! Discover all its moves, including the devastating Hammer Flip, and dominate your foes.

Alright, let's talk about the Hammer ability in Kirby: Triple Deluxe! This one's a real powerhouse, and honestly, it's one of the best in the game. You get it from enemies named Bonkers, or sometimes the DX version of them. Trust me, this ability makes short work of pretty much any mini-boss or main boss you throw at it.

The Hammer is described as a giant hammer on loan from the king himself. It lets you smash boulders and pound stakes flat. Plus, there's a special fiery burst move called the Hammer Flip that's super decisive!

Hammer Ability Moveset

Here's a breakdown of all the cool moves you can pull off with the Hammer ability. Keep in mind, some actions change depending on if you're on the ground or in the air, or even underwater!

When Facing RightActionsExplanationEffect
BHammerShort-range attack that smacks the hammer down on the groundSmash
Down + BHammer TwirlGrind the hammer into the ground
Dash + BHammer SwingSpin around with the hammer horizontally
B (midair)Giant SwingSpin with the hammer in the air, hitting anything in a 360 degree radius
Dash + B (midair)Ultra-Giant SwingA faster version of Giant Swing
Up + BHammer FlipA flaming upward swing of the hammer. Extremely powerfulBurn
Dash + XHammer ThrowThrow the hammer forward, removing the hammer ability from Kirby
B (swimming)Underwater WheelA slower version of Giant Swing underwater

Strategy and Tips

Seriously, just spamming the Hammer Flip (that's Up + B) is your best bet. Watch how quickly enemy health just melts away! It's incredibly powerful. Here's a little trick: if you face away from an enemy but stay close, the charge-up part of the Hammer Flip, where the hammer gets all fiery, can actually hit them for a little extra damage. Pretty neat, huh?

Warning: Whatever you do, do not use the Hammer Throw (Dash + X). It's a massive waste of this awesome ability. Why throw away all that power for nothing? Stick with the direct attacks and the Hammer Flip to get through the game.

This ability is fantastic for dealing with tough enemies and bosses, so make sure you hold onto it whenever you can!

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