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[[File:StarBlock.jpg|200px|left|thumb|Kirby races by a set of Star Blocks in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''.]]
[[File:KSA Star Block.jpg|thumb|100px|A '''Star Block''' in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''.]]
[[File:StarBlockPuzzle.jpg|200px|right|thumb|In order to obtain a [[Crystal Shard]], a Star Block puzzle must be completed in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''.]]
A '''Star Block'''<ref>{{cite manual|quote=Star Block. Attack or swallow these to get them out of your way|game=Kirby Super Star Ultra|page=20}}</ref> is a yellow-orange square [[block]] with a bordered white star insignia inset which is commonly found in most [[Kirby (series)|''Kirby'' games]] as part of the environment, whether it be used as a barricade, to build platforms, or just tucked away in the corner of an area. Star Blocks are typically about [[Kirby]]'s size (though some are larger) and can be easily inhaled by the pink puffball and used to spit out [[Star Bullet]]s. They can also be destroyed in a single hit by any attack, including [[Air Bullet]]s, [[Slide]] attacks, [[Water Gun]] shots, or [[Headbutt]]s. In some games, such as ''[[Kirby & The Amazing Mirror]]'', they can also be destroyed (albeit sometimes inadvertently) using a [[Dive Attack]]. In many cases, Star Blocks will reveal other items or even hidden [[Door]]s when broken.
The '''Star Block''' (also called an '''Inhale Block''') is one of the most common objects in the [[Kirby (series)|''Kirby'']] franchise, appearing in every main series title thus far, and most often as an orange square container with a white star at its center. Like in the ''Super Mario Bros.'' series, these blocks, when broken open, sometimes reveal small surprises, ranging from small [[Point Star]]s to [[Food]] items, or even secret doorways. In that same vein, these blocks have been seen floating mid-air, and on the ground, yet in either location they can be destroyed in the same fashion. Not only can Kirby break these blocks by conventional means or by use of a [[Copy Ability]], these are ideal for [[Inhaling]] and using as [[Star Bullet]]s<ref>{{cite manual|quote=Star Block. Attack or swallow these to get them out of your way|game=Kirby Super Star Ultra|page=20}}</ref> to fire at enemies and obstacles. These blocks are a common sight in any given stage or area, but are usually not present during [[Boss]] or [[Mid-Boss]] encounters.


Some star blocks are large and stubborn, however, usually bearing a grey stony appearance. They can only be moved out of the way or swallowed using a Super Inhale.
Star Blocks are typically involved in [[puzzle]]s or other environmental challenges which utilize their various properties. Sometimes they are simply meant to be used as ammunition against enemies or to hit [[switch]]es and other objects, while other times they serve as a fragile set of platforms that Kirby may want to keep intact so he or another character can traverse a chasm with a [[Key]] or other item. In rarer cases, Star Block formations may be tied more esoterically to other triggers, such as in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]'', where Kirby has to selectively break certain blocks in a formation to make one of the [[Crystal Shard]]s appear. Due to their ubiquitous nature, some enemies (like [[Blockin]]) will disguise themselves as Star Blocks in order to get the jump on Kirby.


[[File:Super Inhale Block.jpg|thumb|right|200px|A Super Inhale Block from Kirby's Return to Dream Land.]]
== Game appearances ==
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== Other Appearances ==
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Star Blocks also appear in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' within the [[Green Greens]] stage. These blocks fall in random increments as the current Star Blocks in the five by three columns on both sides of the stage are destroyed.  Also showering down are Bomb Blocks, which look similar to regular Star Blocks but have a paler hue and a bomb instead of a star.  These blocks explode if hit with an attack or are given the time to sit until they discharge.
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StarBlock.jpg|Kirby races by a set of Star Blocks in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''.
StarBlockPuzzle.jpg|In order to obtain a [[Crystal Shard]], a Star Block puzzle must be completed in ''[[Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards]]''.
Super Inhale Block.jpg|A Super Inhale Block from ''[[Kirby's Return to Dream Land]]''
KSA Big Star Block.jpg|A big Star Block from ''Kirby Star Allies''
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==Profiles==
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*'''Wii U Virtual Console manual bio:''' ''"You can inhale it or attack to destroy it."''
*'''Wii U Virtual Console manual bio:''' ''"You can inhale it or attack to destroy it."''


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A Star Block in Kirby Star Allies.

A Star Block[1] is a yellow-orange square block with a bordered white star insignia inset which is commonly found in most Kirby games as part of the environment, whether it be used as a barricade, to build platforms, or just tucked away in the corner of an area. Star Blocks are typically about Kirby's size (though some are larger) and can be easily inhaled by the pink puffball and used to spit out Star Bullets. They can also be destroyed in a single hit by any attack, including Air Bullets, Slide attacks, Water Gun shots, or Headbutts. In some games, such as Kirby & The Amazing Mirror, they can also be destroyed (albeit sometimes inadvertently) using a Dive Attack. In many cases, Star Blocks will reveal other items or even hidden Doors when broken.

Star Blocks are typically involved in puzzles or other environmental challenges which utilize their various properties. Sometimes they are simply meant to be used as ammunition against enemies or to hit switches and other objects, while other times they serve as a fragile set of platforms that Kirby may want to keep intact so he or another character can traverse a chasm with a Key or other item. In rarer cases, Star Block formations may be tied more esoterically to other triggers, such as in Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards, where Kirby has to selectively break certain blocks in a formation to make one of the Crystal Shards appear. Due to their ubiquitous nature, some enemies (like Blockin) will disguise themselves as Star Blocks in order to get the jump on Kirby.

Game appearances

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Profiles

Kirby Super Star

  • Wii U Virtual Console manual bio: "You can inhale it or attack to destroy it."

References

  1. ↑ "Star Block. Attack or swallow these to get them out of your way" –Kirby Super Star Ultra instruction manual (page 20)
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