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'''Pit''' (ピット ''Pitto'') is the main protagonist of the ''[[Kid Icarus (series)|Kid Icarus]]'' series, first appearing in ''[[Kid Icarus]]'' for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987 (1986 on the Famicom), followed by an appearance in ''[[Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters]]'' for the Game Boy in 1991. Other than a handful of cameos in other Nintendo games, Pit did not appear again until the release of ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', seventeen years after ''Of Myths and Monsters'', in which he was one of the first newcomers shown and one of the starter characters.  
'''Pit''' (ピット ''Pitto'') is the main protagonist of the ''[[Kid Icarus (series)|Kid Icarus]]'' series, first appearing in ''[[Kid Icarus]]'' for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1987 (1986 on the Famicom), followed by an appearance in ''[[Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters]]'' for the Game Boy in 1991. Other than a handful of cameos in other Nintendo games, Pit did not appear again until the release of ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', seventeen years after ''Of Myths and Monsters'', in which he was one of the first newcomers shown and one of the starter characters.  
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===Personality===
===Personality===
[[File:Pit's moods.jpg|350px|thumb|Pit's various expressions from ''Uprising''.]]
[[File:Pit's moods.jpg|350px|thumb|Pit's various expressions from ''Uprising''.]]
Like most [[Nintendo]] protagonists, Pit is typically goodhearted, selfless, and heroic. He is generally very upbeat no matter what the situation (although he can be genuinely serious when needed), which certain characters, including both foe and ally, can find it a nuisance. Pit frequently banters, cracks jokes, makes outrageous puns, and constantly breaks the fourth wall. Pit also deeply cares about the human race and is willing to do anything to keep them safe. His loyalty to Palutena is matched by no other, and he always addresses her as "Lady Palutena". Pit even states the main reason he fights in the first place is because of her. However, his absolute trust and dependence on Palutena has shown to be a major weakness, as Pit's courage and morale (and in some cases, his sanity) will severely drop if she is not present. Although not the smartest angel around, he is shown to be quite knowledgeable with video games, particularly from other Nintendo franchises. Even at one point, he was called a "video game historian". Pit also has a large appetite and will eat almost anything regardless of where it comes from. He is shown to be a devout lover of hot springs, which Palutena (and once, Viridi) will occasionally conjure up for him. Pit strongly follows the "angel's code of conduct" to the point he even refuses to remove his clothes when entering water. However, the truth behind this is because the angel is frugal and wants to save on laundry.  
Like most [[Nintendo]] protagonists, Pit is typically goodhearted, selfless, and heroic. He is generally very upbeat no matter what the situation (although he can be genuinely serious when needed), which certain characters, including both foe and ally, can find it a nuisance. Pit frequently banters, cracks jokes, makes outrageous puns, and constantly breaks the fourth wall. Pit also deeply cares about the human race and is willing to do anything to keep them safe. His loyalty to Palutena is matched by no other, and he always addresses her as "Lady Palutena". Pit even states the main reason he fights in the first place is because of her. However, his absolute trust and dependence on Palutena has shown to be a major weakness, as Pit's courage and morale (and in some cases, his sanity) will severely drop if she is not present. Although not the smartest angel around, he is shown to be quite knowledgeable with video games, particularly from other Nintendo franchises. Even at one point, he was called a "video game historian". Pit also has a large appetite (which may have rubbed off from Palutena) and will eat almost anything regardless of where it comes from. He is shown to be a devout lover of hot springs, which Palutena (and once, Viridi) will occasionally conjure up for him. Pit strongly follows the "angel's code of conduct" to the point he even refuses to remove his clothes when entering water. However, the truth behind this is because the angel is frugal and wants to save on laundry.  


Due to his young age, Pit is gullible and naive. He is unfortunately not very bright either. Pit is illiterate and has trouble understanding complex vocabulary used by Palutena. Some characters even sarcastically insult his intelligence, and his inability to detect sarcasm makes things easier for others (Ironically enough, Pit can sometimes make sarcastic statements himself). Pit can become oversensitive, especially when someone brings up the topic regarding his inability to fly, or when someone insults his goddess. He can even be slightly narcissistic at times, believing he is an attractive-looking person. According to Palutena, Pit embarrasses easily, and Pit himself admits he gets stage fright. Despite his position as captain of an army, he seems to strongly prefer working alone, as Pit shows reluctance whenever someone offers help, and the angel states that he doesn't need his or her assistance.  
Due to his young age, Pit is childish, gullible and naive. He is unfortunately not very bright either. Pit is illiterate and has trouble understanding complex vocabulary used by Palutena. Some characters even sarcastically insult his intelligence, and his inability to detect sarcasm makes things easier for others (Ironically, Pit can sometimes make sarcastic statements himself). Pit can become oversensitive, especially when someone brings up the topic regarding his inability to fly, or when someone insults his goddess. He can even be slightly narcissistic at times, believing he is an attractive-looking person. According to Palutena, Pit embarrasses easily, and Pit himself admits he gets stage fright. Despite his position as captain of an army, he seems to strongly prefer working alone (with the exception of Palutena), as Pit shows reluctance whenever someone offers help, and the angel states that he doesn't need his or her assistance. Regardless of Pit's quirky and sometimes immature behavior, Palutena and the centurions view him as a respectable servant and captain.  


However, the existence of [[Dark Pit]] may indicate Pit is not always as kind and friendly as he appears.  
However, the existence of [[Dark Pit]] may indicate Pit is not always as kind and friendly as he appears.  
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===''[[Kid Icarus: Uprising]]''===
===''[[Kid Icarus: Uprising]]''===
[[File:Powerofflight.jpg|thumb|Pit as he appears in ''Uprising''.]]
[[File:Pit_and_Palutena_Uprising.jpg|thumb|Pit as he appears in ''Uprising''.]]
====Single Player====
====Single Player====
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Pit is a playable in character in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'', and is available as one of the starter characters.
Pit is a playable in character in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'', and is available as one of the starter characters.


His Special Attacks, other than his Side Special, are based off of the [[Three Sacred Treasures]]. His specials are the [[Palutena's Arrow]], [[Angel Ring]], [[Wings of Pegasus]], and the [[Mirror Shield]]. After obtaining the power of the [[smashwiki:Smash Ball|Smash Ball]], Pit can use his [[smashwiki:Final Smash|Final Smash]]: [[Palutena's Army (Final Smash)|Palutena's Army]], to call upon a swarm of [[Centurion]]s to attack his opponents. His main weapon is called the "[[Sacred Bow of Palutena]]". This bow is his symbol and has the added feature of being able to split into dual swords (a trait that would carry on to its appearance in ''Uprising''). Pit uses both swords and bow for his Aerial, Standard and Smash Attacks, changing the weapon between three different forms to attack.  
His special attacks, other than his side special, are based off of the [[Three Sacred Treasures]]. His specials are the [[Palutena's Arrow]], [[Angel Ring]], [[Wings of Pegasus]], and the [[Mirror Shield]]. After obtaining the power of the [[smashwiki:Smash Ball|Smash Ball]], Pit can use his [[smashwiki:Final Smash|Final Smash]]: [[Palutena's Army (Final Smash)|Palutena's Army]], to call upon a swarm of [[Centurion]]s to attack his opponents. His main weapon is called the "[[Sacred Bow of Palutena]]". This bow is his symbol and has the added feature of being able to split into dual swords (a trait that would carry on to its appearance in ''Uprising''). Pit uses both swords and bow for his Aerial, Standard and Smash Attacks, changing the weapon between three different forms to attack.  


Pit is one of three characters possessing wings, so he is capable of [[smashwiki:gliding|gliding]]. The other two are [[wikirby:Meta Knight|Meta Knight]] and [[bulbapedia:Charizard|Charizard]].
Pit is one of three characters possessing wings, so he is capable of [[smashwiki:gliding|gliding]]. The other two are [[wikirby:Meta Knight|Meta Knight]] and [[bulbapedia:Charizard|Charizard]].
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:''More in-depth article at SmashWiki: [[smashwiki:Pit (SSB4)|Pit (SSB4)]]
:''More in-depth article at SmashWiki: [[smashwiki:Pit (SSB4)|Pit (SSB4)]]
[[File:Pit SSB4.png|230px|thumb|Pit as he appears in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U''.]]
[[File:Pit SSB4.png|230px|thumb|Pit as he appears in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U''.]]
Pit has been confirmed to return in the latest instalment of the popular series. His slightly updated appearance and new moves are inspired as seen in ''Kid Icarus: Uprising''. He now has the [[Upperdash Arm]] and [[Guardian Orbitars]] as part of his arsenal. He also gained a new Final Smash, which is now the [[Three Sacred Treasures]].  
Pit has been confirmed to return in the latest instalment of the popular series. His slightly updated appearance and new moves are inspired as seen in ''Kid Icarus: Uprising''. He now has the [[Upperdash Arm]] and [[Guardian Orbitars]] as part of his new specials. He also gained a new Final Smash, which is now the [[Three Sacred Treasures]]. However, he lost the ability to glide.  
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===''[[mariowiki:NES Remix 2|NES Remix 2]]''===
===''[[mariowiki:NES Remix 2|NES Remix 2]]''===
[[File:NES2_Remix_Medusa.jpg|thumb|200px|Pit battling Medusa in ''NES Remix 2''.]]
[[File:NES2_Remix_Medusa.jpg|thumb|200px|Pit battling Medusa in ''NES Remix 2''.]]
Pit is confirmed to appear in this game as a playable character.
Pit appears in this game as one of the main playable characters.
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[[File:Kid Icarus best ending.png|thumb|Adult Pit in the best ending of ''Kid Icarus''. '''Note:''' This scene was added only in the English localization.]]
[[File:Kid Icarus best ending.png|thumb|Adult Pit in the best ending of ''Kid Icarus''. '''Note:''' This scene was added only in the English localization.]]
*There are not any proper angels in Greek mythology, but there is one archer with wings; Pit bears a very striking resemblance to the cherubic [[wikipedia:Eros|Eros]] (also known as [[wikipedia:Cupid|Cupid]] in Roman mythology), the god who would inspire love by shooting people with arrows. In popular culture, Eros/Cupid is often depicted as having arrowheads shaped and colored like hearts due to his love motif, and some of Pit's art and his trophy from ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' depict his arrowheads as looking like hearts.
*There are not any proper angels in Greek mythology, but there is one archer with wings; Pit bears a very striking resemblance to the cherubic [[wikipedia:Eros|Eros]] (also known as [[wikipedia:Cupid|Cupid]] in Roman mythology), the god who would inspire love by shooting people with arrows. In popular culture, Eros/Cupid is often depicted as having arrowheads shaped and colored like hearts due to his love motif, and some of Pit's art and his trophy from ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' depict his arrowheads as looking like hearts.
**Pit's own name seems to be derived from Cupid himself, particularly from the ''pid'' part of Cupid. There is evidence to this as seen in the Japanese version of ''Uprising'' as shown in [[Chapter 11]], [[Viridi]] mentions that Pit's name (which is ピット ''Pitto'' in Japan) is unoriginal because he resembles Cupid (キューピット ''Kyūpitto'').  
**Pit's own name seems to be derived from Cupid himself, particularly from the ''pid'' part. There is evidence to this as seen in the Japanese version of ''Uprising'' as shown in [[Chapter 11]], [[Viridi]] mentions that Pit's name (which is ピット ''Pitto'' in Japan) is unoriginal because he resembles Cupid (キューピット ''Kyūpitto'').  
*Pit also draws inspiration from [[wikipedia:Icarus|Icarus]], the figure for whom the series is named: For example, at the end of ''Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters'', Pit flies up toward the sun, and his wings fall off. This alludes to the story of Icarus, whose wax-and-feather wings allowed him to fly, but, caught up in the moment, he disobeyed his father, Daedalus, and flew too close to the sun, causing the wax holding the wings together to fall off, causing him to plummet to his death. A similar allusion is made in ''Uprising'', when Palutena notes that the Power of Flight can only sustain Pit for five minutes before his wings burn up, causing him to fall, and he must reach his destination before that happens.
*Pit also draws inspiration from [[wikipedia:Icarus|Icarus]], the figure for whom the series is named: For example, at the end of ''Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters'', Pit flies up toward the sun, and his wings fall off. This alludes to the story of Icarus, whose wax-and-feather wings allowed him to fly, but, caught up in the moment, he disobeyed his father, Daedalus, and flew too close to the sun, causing the wax holding the wings together to fall off, causing him to plummet to his death. A similar allusion is made in ''Uprising'', when Palutena notes that the Power of Flight can only sustain Pit for five minutes before his wings burn up, causing him to fall, and he must reach his destination before that happens.
*In ''[[smashwiki:Super Smash Bros. Melee|Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', Pit appears as a trophy, with the words "Will he ever fight again?" imprinted on it, which could be a foreshadowing of his eventual inclusion in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''.
*In ''[[smashwiki:Super Smash Bros. Melee|Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', Pit appears as a trophy, with the words "Will he ever fight again?" imprinted on it, which could be a foreshadowing of his eventual inclusion in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''.
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