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The '''AR Battle Mode '''is a brand new feature introduced in ''[[Kid Icarus: Uprising]]''. This mode allows players to utilize the [[Nintendo]] 3DS's Augmented Reality (AR) mechanic to engage in battles using official ''[[Kid Icarus]]'' collectable cards, which will spawn characters using the device's cameras. Each copy of the game comes with six select cards.
The '''AR Battle Mode '''is a brand new feature introduced in ''[[Kid Icarus: Uprising]]''. This mode allows players to utilize the [[Nintendo]] 3DS's Augmented Reality (AR) mechanic to engage in battles using official ''[[Kid Icarus]]'' collectable cards, which will spawn characters using the device's cameras. Each copy of the game comes with six random cards. A list of the known cards can be found [[List of AR Cards in Kid Icarus: Uprising|here]].
 
==Gameplay==
When the arrows located at the bottom of each AR card are lined up, battle commences. Each card has four attributes: attack, health (HP), speed, and type.  The higher the speed, the more often a card attacks, subtracting its attack strength from the opponent's health. When a card's health hits zero, it loses. Shield beats sword, which in turn beats magic, which beats shield. Class does not affect battle, and no random or skill based factors are used.
 
==Classes==
==Classes==
As of now, there are six confirmed classes of AR cards:


===Palutena's Army===
===[[Palutena's Army]]===
Palutena's Army is the class that includes the main protagonists and their supporters, including [[Palutena]] herself, [[Pit]], the [[Centurion]]s, and even Pit's [[Power of Flight]]. This class is represented by Palutena's symbolic halo with wings and the color light blue.
Palutena's Army is the class that includes the main protagonists and their supporters, including [[Palutena]] herself, [[Pit]], the [[Centurion]]s, and even Pit's [[Power of Flight]]. This class is represented by Palutena's symbolic halo with wings and the color light blue.


===Underworld Army===
===[[Underworld Army]]===
The Underworld Army is the class of [[Medusa]] and her minions, which include all enemies and most of the game's bosses. Other supporting villains fall into this group as well such as [[Dark Lord Gaol]] and [[Thanatos]]. This class is represented by an evil symbol that resembles an eye and the color purple.
The Underworld Army is the class of [[Medusa]], [[Hades]], and their minions, which include all enemies and most of the game's bosses. Other supporting villains fall into this group as well such as [[Dark Lord Gaol]] and [[Thanatos]]. This class is represented by an evil symbol that resembles an eye and the color purple.
 
===[[Forces of Nature]]===
The Forces of Nature class includes the characters and creatures that are loyal to [[Viridi]], the goddess of nature and seek to eliminate humanity on her orders. They feature the Forces of Nature symbol on the card and are represented by the color green.
 
===[[Aurum Fleet]]===
This class includes the mysterious aliens known as the Aurum, along with their spaceships and their replicated creatures. They feature a geometric design and are represented by the color light blue.
 
===[[Space Pirate]]s===
The Space Pirate class consists the sea-faring [[Space Pirate]]s, their [[Space Pirate Captain|captain]], and the [[Space Pirate Ship]] fall under this group. It is represented by the color yellow and a star-like symbol.
 
===[[Chaos Kin]]===
This class includes the Chaos Kin and the beings it has controlled in order to spread destruction throughout the world. They feature a stylized version of the Chaos Kin's design and are represented by the color dark red.


===Unaffiliated===
===Unaffiliated===
Unaffiliated characters are those that don't necessarily support either side, although they can still be classified as good or evil. [[Magnus]], [[Souflee]], and the [[Fighter]]s can be considered neutral, while [[Dark Pit]] takes on an antagonistic role despite him not being affiliated with the Underworld Army. Certain items also fall into this group, such as the Fiend's Cauldron. This class is represented by a simplistic oval symbol and the color grey.
Unaffiliated characters are those that don't necessarily support either side, although they can still be classified as good or evil. [[Magnus]], [[Souflee]], and the [[Fighter]]s can be considered neutral, while [[Dark Pit]] takes on an antagonistic role despite him not being affiliated with the Underworld Army. Certain items also fall into this group, such as the [[Fiend's Cauldron]]. This class is represented by a simplistic oval symbol and the color grey.
 
===Pirate===
The true name of this class is unknown, but seemingly consists of characters that fight against both good and evil forces for their own purposes. Thus, the [[Space Pirate]]s, their captain, and likely the [[Space Pirate Ship]] fall under this group. It is represented by the color yellow.


===Weapon===
===Weapons===
The Weapon class includes every weapon and its respective variations that Pit can utilize in battle. All nine of the individual weapon groups are represented by their own unique symbol and the color dark blue. It is currently unknown what purpose the Weapon class will serve during AR Battles.
The Weapon class includes every weapon useable in the game. These also include the [[Three Sacred Treasures]] and [[Great Sacred Treasure]] that Pit can utilize in battle. All nine of the individual weapon groups and the Sacred Treasures are represented by their own unique symbol and the color dark blue. All weapon AR cards summon Pit, a Fighter, or Dark Pit wielding the said weapon.  


===Item===
===Item===
The Item class includes all of the items that can be collected in the game by Pit. Being one of the smallest classes, it includes the [[Treasure Chest]]s, [[Heart]]s, and [[Food]] among other items. This class is represented by an image of a treasure chest and the color pink. It is currently unknown what purpose the Item class will serve during AR Battles.
The Item class includes all of the items that can be collected in the game by Pit. Being one of the smallest classes, it includes the [[Treasure Chest]]s, [[Heart]]s, and [[Food]] among other items. This class is represented by an image of a treasure chest and the color pink.  
 
==Obtaining Cards==
Nintendo of America has announced that fans in North America can obtain more cards through special events. The dates and specific information for this is currently unknown. It is also currently unknown how people in Europe will receive more AR cards.


Players in Japan can get more AR cards by purchasing official ''Kid Icarus: Uprising'' chocolate snacks that come with one of the 20 select cards. These will be available to the Japanese on March 12, 2012. It is currently unknown if this is the only method to get more cards in Japan.  
===Vehicles===
The Vehicles class includes all the useable vehicles in the game. This includes the [[Exo Tank]] and a few others. This class is represented by the color beige and a gear symbol.  


==See Also==
*[[List of Kid Icarus: Uprising AR Cards]]


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Latest revision as of 16:13, 9 January 2018

The AR cards coming to life on the 3DS screen.

The AR Battle Mode is a brand new feature introduced in Kid Icarus: Uprising. This mode allows players to utilize the Nintendo 3DS's Augmented Reality (AR) mechanic to engage in battles using official Kid Icarus collectable cards, which will spawn characters using the device's cameras. Each copy of the game comes with six random cards. A list of the known cards can be found here.

Gameplay

When the arrows located at the bottom of each AR card are lined up, battle commences. Each card has four attributes: attack, health (HP), speed, and type. The higher the speed, the more often a card attacks, subtracting its attack strength from the opponent's health. When a card's health hits zero, it loses. Shield beats sword, which in turn beats magic, which beats shield. Class does not affect battle, and no random or skill based factors are used.

Classes

Palutena's Army

Palutena's Army is the class that includes the main protagonists and their supporters, including Palutena herself, Pit, the Centurions, and even Pit's Power of Flight. This class is represented by Palutena's symbolic halo with wings and the color light blue.

Underworld Army

The Underworld Army is the class of Medusa, Hades, and their minions, which include all enemies and most of the game's bosses. Other supporting villains fall into this group as well such as Dark Lord Gaol and Thanatos. This class is represented by an evil symbol that resembles an eye and the color purple.

Forces of Nature

The Forces of Nature class includes the characters and creatures that are loyal to Viridi, the goddess of nature and seek to eliminate humanity on her orders. They feature the Forces of Nature symbol on the card and are represented by the color green.

Aurum Fleet

This class includes the mysterious aliens known as the Aurum, along with their spaceships and their replicated creatures. They feature a geometric design and are represented by the color light blue.

Space Pirates

The Space Pirate class consists the sea-faring Space Pirates, their captain, and the Space Pirate Ship fall under this group. It is represented by the color yellow and a star-like symbol.

Chaos Kin

This class includes the Chaos Kin and the beings it has controlled in order to spread destruction throughout the world. They feature a stylized version of the Chaos Kin's design and are represented by the color dark red.

Unaffiliated

Unaffiliated characters are those that don't necessarily support either side, although they can still be classified as good or evil. Magnus, Souflee, and the Fighters can be considered neutral, while Dark Pit takes on an antagonistic role despite him not being affiliated with the Underworld Army. Certain items also fall into this group, such as the Fiend's Cauldron. This class is represented by a simplistic oval symbol and the color grey.

Weapons

The Weapon class includes every weapon useable in the game. These also include the Three Sacred Treasures and Great Sacred Treasure that Pit can utilize in battle. All nine of the individual weapon groups and the Sacred Treasures are represented by their own unique symbol and the color dark blue. All weapon AR cards summon Pit, a Fighter, or Dark Pit wielding the said weapon.

Item

The Item class includes all of the items that can be collected in the game by Pit. Being one of the smallest classes, it includes the Treasure Chests, Hearts, and Food among other items. This class is represented by an image of a treasure chest and the color pink.

Vehicles

The Vehicles class includes all the useable vehicles in the game. This includes the Exo Tank and a few others. This class is represented by the color beige and a gear symbol.

See Also