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*The Wings of Icarus in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'']] are very similar to the Power of Flight in that both abilities cause Pit's wings to glow blue. In fact, the move may have been an early concept of how the Power of Flight would work in ''Uprising''.
*The Wings of Icarus in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'']] are very similar to the Power of Flight in that both abilities cause Pit's wings to glow blue. In fact, the move may have been an early concept of how the Power of Flight would work in ''Uprising''.
*The fact that Pit's wings burn up after flying for too long may once again be a reference to the myth of Daedalus and Icarus. In this case, it is referencing the point where Icarus' wax wings melt due to him flying too close to the sun, causing him to fall into the ocean below.
*The fact that Pit's wings burn up after flying for too long may once again be a reference to the myth of Daedalus and Icarus. In this case, it is referencing the point where Icarus' wax wings melt due to him flying too close to the sun, causing him to fall into the ocean below.
*This new mechanic was originally called the "''Miracle'' of Flight" when it was first revealed in the E3 2010 trailer, same as the Japanese name.  
*This mechanic was originally called the "''Miracle'' of Flight" when it was first revealed in the E3 2010 trailer, same as the Japanese name.  
*The general color seems to differ depending on which god grants it. Pit's wings glow blue when his flight granted by Palutena, and green when when it is granted by [[Viridi]]. Dark Pit's wings glow purple when he uses [[Pandora]]'s powers to fly. And the Wings of Pegasus glow pink.  
*The general color seems to differ depending on which god grants it. Pit's wings glow blue when his flight granted by Palutena, and green when when it is granted by [[Viridi]]. Dark Pit's wings glow purple when he uses [[Pandora]]'s powers to fly, and the Wings of Pegasus glow pink.  
**The Power of Flight also changes the wings' color during different speeds. They glow brightly (color depends who provides the power) during the fastest speeds, yellow while slowing down, and red when stopping.
*The Power of Flight also changes the wings' color during different speeds. They glow brightly (color depends who provides the power) during the fastest speeds, yellow while slowing down, and red when stopping.
***However when Dark Pit uses Pandora's powers his wings are always purple, no matter what speed he is going at.
**However when Dark Pit uses Pandora's powers his wings are always purple, no matter what speed he is going at.


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Revision as of 23:03, 8 November 2014

The Power of Flight granted on Pit's wings.

The Power of Flight (飛翔の奇跡 Hishō no Kiseki) is a new mechanic introduced in Kid Icarus: Uprising. It grants Pit the ability to fly without the need for the Wings of Pegasus, one of the Three Sacred Treasures. This power was given to Pit by Palutena, in order to help him reach key destinations for his missions.

In Kid Icarus: Uprising

Functionality

Although the Power of Flight appears to be very similar in function to the Wings of Pegasus and other related items, it actually has some major differences in the way it works. The primary difference is that this power is fuelled constantly by Palutena, allowing her to completely control Pit's path and direction. To this effect, the Power of Flight acts as a sort of vessel to get Pit to his destinations, although he still has control over his aim and maneuverability. The other difference is the time limit of five minutes during which he can sustain flight. Because this power consumes so much energy, Pit can only stay airborne during this time limit before his wings burn up and he falls to the surface world. While Palutena is usually able to get Pit to ground level before the five minutes are up, some missions may impede this effort and stress the limits of flight. One example of this is in Heads of the Hewdraw, where Pit will be kept airborne under the time limit until he defeats Hewdraw.

Idol Description

Palutena's divine power keeping Pit aloft during his air battles. Because Pit can't actually fly, Palutena controls the flight path and destination, ensuring he lands before the power's roughly five-minute time limit expires and Pit falls.

In Super Smash Bros. 4

The Power of Flight is Pit's new up special in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U, replacing the Wings of Icarus from Brawl. Pit briefly charges then launches himself in the direction the player chooses. The wings noticeably change from blue, yellow, then red similar to how it does in Uprising when changing flight speed. The Power of Flight is also Dark Pit's up special, which functions exactly like Pit's but appears to be granted by Viridi,

Trivia

  • The Wings of Icarus in Super Smash Bros. Brawl are very similar to the Power of Flight in that both abilities cause Pit's wings to glow blue. In fact, the move may have been an early concept of how the Power of Flight would work in Uprising.
  • The fact that Pit's wings burn up after flying for too long may once again be a reference to the myth of Daedalus and Icarus. In this case, it is referencing the point where Icarus' wax wings melt due to him flying too close to the sun, causing him to fall into the ocean below.
  • This mechanic was originally called the "Miracle of Flight" when it was first revealed in the E3 2010 trailer, same as the Japanese name.
  • The general color seems to differ depending on which god grants it. Pit's wings glow blue when his flight granted by Palutena, and green when when it is granted by Viridi. Dark Pit's wings glow purple when he uses Pandora's powers to fly, and the Wings of Pegasus glow pink.
  • The Power of Flight also changes the wings' color during different speeds. They glow brightly (color depends who provides the power) during the fastest speeds, yellow while slowing down, and red when stopping.
    • However when Dark Pit uses Pandora's powers his wings are always purple, no matter what speed he is going at.

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