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KPR Susie artwork This article is about the Copy Ability. For the enemy, see Bomber. For the item introduced in Kirby's Dream Land, see Bomb (item).

Prep a firework bomb, aim it, and...KA-BOOM! Get above your enemies and boom, boom, boom! Bowl a perfect BOOM!
— Flavor Text • Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe

Bomb is a Copy Ability in the Kirby series, debuting in Kirby Super Star.

Games[]

Kirby Super Star and Kirby Super Star Ultra[]

Bomb focuses on using explosives to attack at a distance or with strategic placement. Kirby can change the trajectory of his throws by holding down the attack button to increase the angle of the throw. If the bomb explodes while Kirby is still holding it, it will damage him (and his Helper if nearby). In addition to being obtained from the Poppy Bros. Jr. enemy, who is also its Helper, Bomb can be obtained from Jungle Bomb, the Poppy Bros. Sr. mid-boss (which had given the Crash Copy Ability prior to this game), and Combo Cannon's bombs.

In Kirby Super Star Ultra, Bomb can also be obtained from Combo Cannon's cannonballs (which had given the Yo-Yo Copy Ability prior to this game), Perot (who replaces Poppy Bros. Jr. in Revenge of the King), Masked Dedede's missiles, and Wham Bam Jewel's tiki bombs.

Bomb comes with a blue bobble hat and black bombs.

Techniques[]

Move Controls Description Damage
Hold a bomb Y Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. It will explode after five seconds, and the explosion damages Kirby; Kirby will start panicking when one second remains. N/A
Throw a bomb Y Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. The angle can be increased by holding the attack button. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Straight throw Dash + Y Kirby throws a bomb straight forward. Kirby quickly dashes forward a short distance during this move, and it has notable end lag. 16
Set a bomb Y (near enemy) Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Drop a bomb Directional Pad Down + Y Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)

Move Controls Description Damage
Ready Bomb B Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. It will explode after five seconds, and the explosion damages Kirby; Kirby will start panicking when one second remains. N/A
Bomb Throw Ready Bomb + B Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. The angle can be increased by holding the attack button. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Straight Throw Dash + Bomb Throw Kirby throws a bomb straight forward. Kirby quickly dashes forward a short distance during this move, and it has notable end lag. 16
Bomb Drop B near foe Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Bomb Set Directional Pad Down + B Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)

Move Controls Description Damage
Hold a bomb 1 Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. It will explode after five seconds, and the explosion damages Kirby; Kirby will start panicking when one second remains. N/A
Throw a bomb 1 Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. The angle can be increased by holding the attack button. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Straight throw Dash + 1 Kirby throws a bomb straight forward. Kirby quickly dashes forward a short distance during this move, and it has notable end lag. 16
Set a bomb 1 (near enemy) Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Drop a bomb Directional Pad Down + 1 Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)

Move Controls Description Damage
Hold a bomb Down Button Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. It will explode after five seconds, and the explosion damages Kirby; Kirby will start panicking when one second remains. N/A
Throw a bomb Down Button Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. The angle can be increased by holding the attack button. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Straight throw Dash + Down Button Kirby throws a bomb straight forward. Kirby quickly dashes forward a short distance during this move, and it has notable end lag. 16
Set a bomb Down Button (near enemy) Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Drop a bomb Left Stick Down + Down Button Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)

Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards[]

Bomb is limited to standard bomb throwing. However, when combined with other Copy Abilities to create Power Combos, it can be used to create various explosive options. Bomb is capable of destroying black color-coded blocks. Bomb can be obtained from Poppy Bros. Jr., Skud, Blowfish, Pedo, Rockn, and Miracle Matter's Bomb form.

Power Combos[]

Power Combo Description
Bomb Kirby throws a bomb by pressing B. Holding B allows Kirby to throw the bomb farther.
Burning Bomb Kirby creates a fireworks explosion around him by pressing B. This move gives Kirby an upward boost and can be used up to three times consecutively, each with a bigger explosion than the last.
Stone Bomb Kirby throws a bundle of dynamite by pressing B. The dynamite explodes upon contact with an enemy or after a set period of time. Touching the dynamite will cause it to bounce, allowing Kirby to change its position after it has been thrown. Its explosion covers the entire screen, but can also damage Kirby. By pressing Directional Pad Down when dynamite is active, Kirby will put on a hard hat, protecting him from the damage of the explosion.
Ice Bomb Kirby sets a bomb on his head and disguises himself as a snowman by pressing B. The bomb explodes upon contact with an enemy or after a set period of time. This explosion does not damage Kirby, and sends off snow particles that can freeze enemies in blocks of ice.
Needle Bomb Kirby transforms into a form that greatly resembles Gordo by pressing B. Kirby can slowly float around in any direction, but will explode upon contact with an enemy, after a set period of time, or after pressing the B button while in this form. Upon detonation, Kirby will fire off the spikes in eight directions.
Bomb Bomb Kirby opens his mouth and spits out homing missiles by pressing B. Holding B allows Kirby to spit out more missiles, with a maximum of three.
Bomb Spark Kirby transforms into a light bulb with feet by holding B. As a light bulb, Kirby will be electrified and can damage enemies on contact; he can also light up dark areas. Kirby's light bulb will eventually burn out and shatter if held for too long, although the shattered glass can damage nearby enemies.
Bomb Cutter Kirby throws a ninja star by pressing B. The ninja star flies straight ahead, and if it makes contact with an enemy, it will stick into them briefly before exploding. Performing this move in the air resets Kirby's momentum.

Power Combo Description
Bomb Kirby throws a bomb by pressing 1. Holding 1 allows Kirby to throw the bomb farther.
Burning Bomb Kirby creates a fireworks explosion around him by pressing 1. This move gives Kirby an upward boost and can be used up to three times consecutively, each with a bigger explosion than the last.
Stone Bomb Kirby throws a bundle of dynamite by pressing 1. The dynamite explodes upon contact with an enemy or after a set period of time. Touching the dynamite will cause it to bounce, allowing Kirby to change its position after it has been thrown. Its explosion covers the entire screen, but can also damage Kirby. By pressing Directional Pad Down when dynamite is active, Kirby will put on a hard hat, protecting him from the damage of the explosion.
Ice Bomb Kirby sets a bomb on his head and disguises himself as a snowman by pressing 1. The bomb explodes upon contact with an enemy or after a set period of time. This explosion does not damage Kirby, and sends off snow particles that can freeze enemies in blocks of ice.
Needle Bomb Kirby transforms into a form that greatly resembles Gordo by pressing 1. Kirby can slowly float around in any direction, but will explode upon contact with an enemy, after a set period of time, or after pressing the 1 button while in this form. Upon detonation, Kirby will fire off the spikes in eight directions.
Bomb Bomb Kirby opens his mouth and spits out homing missiles by pressing 1. Holding 1 allows Kirby to spit out more missiles, with a maximum of three.
Bomb Spark Kirby transforms into a light bulb with feet by holding 1. As a light bulb, Kirby will be electrified and can damage enemies on contact; he can also light up dark areas. Kirby's light bulb will eventually burn out and shatter if held for too long, although the shattered glass can damage nearby enemies.
Bomb Cutter Kirby throws a ninja star by pressing 1. The ninja star flies straight ahead, and if it makes contact with an enemy, it will stick into them briefly before exploding. Performing this move in the air resets Kirby's momentum.

Power Combo Description
Bomb Kirby throws a bomb by pressing Down Button. Holding Down Button allows Kirby to throw the bomb farther.
Burning Bomb Kirby creates a fireworks explosion around him by pressing Down Button. This move gives Kirby an upward boost and can be used up to three times consecutively, each with a bigger explosion than the last.
Stone Bomb Kirby throws a bundle of dynamite by pressing Down Button. The dynamite explodes upon contact with an enemy or after a set period of time. Touching the dynamite will cause it to bounce, allowing Kirby to change its position after it has been thrown. Its explosion covers the entire screen, but can also damage Kirby. By pressing Left Stick Down when dynamite is active, Kirby will put on a hard hat, protecting him from the damage of the explosion.
Ice Bomb Kirby sets a bomb on his head and disguises himself as a snowman by pressing Down Button. The bomb explodes upon contact with an enemy or after a set period of time. This explosion does not damage Kirby, and sends off snow particles that can freeze enemies in blocks of ice.
Needle Bomb Kirby transforms into a form that greatly resembles Gordo by pressing Down Button. Kirby can slowly float around in any direction, but will explode upon contact with an enemy, after a set period of time, or after pressing the Down Button button while in this form. Upon detonation, Kirby will fire off the spikes in eight directions.
Bomb Bomb Kirby opens his mouth and spits out homing missiles by pressing Down Button. Holding Down Button allows Kirby to spit out more missiles, with a maximum of three.
Bomb Spark Kirby transforms into a light bulb with feet by holding Down Button. As a light bulb, Kirby will be electrified and can damage enemies on contact; he can also light up dark areas. Kirby's light bulb will eventually burn out and shatter if held for too long, although the shattered glass can damage nearby enemies.
Bomb Cutter Kirby throws a ninja star by pressing Down Button. The ninja star flies straight ahead, and if it makes contact with an enemy, it will stick into them briefly before exploding. Performing this move in the air resets Kirby's momentum.

Kirby Air Ride[]

Bomb can only use one bomb in this iteration, but it creates a massive explosion, similarly to Crash. Charging for longer causes the bomb to travel farther. Bomb is obtained from Balloon Bomber.

Techniques[]

Move Controls Description
Bomb Throw A Kirby throws his bomb, causing a massive explosion and expending the Copy Ability. Kirby can throw the bomb farther distances by holding down A for a longer period of time; the maximum throwing distance can be achieved by holding down A for one second.

Kirby & The Amazing Mirror and Kirby: Squeak Squad[]

Bomb has multiple moves, as it did in its debut; Bombs can now be aimed by holding up or down before throwing, but it can no longer use Bomb Drop. It also makes use of the Fire element, allowing it to light Cannon fuses. Bomb can be obtained from Foley, as well as from bombs thrown/dropped by Bombar, Boxy, Moley, and Wiz.

In Kirby: Squeak Squad, Bomb can also light candles, incinerate grass and bushes, as well as vaporize clouds, snow, and ice. Upon obtaining the Bomb Ability Scroll, located in the Big Treasure Chest in Stage 3 of Secret Sea, Kirby can now mix a Bomb Ability bubble with either Ice or Spark Ability bubbles to get versions of bomb that are imbued with the Ice or Thunder elements respectively. Bomb can be obtained from Foley, as well as bombs thrown/dropped by Doc, Mrs. Moley, Daroach, and Dark Daroach.

Techniques[]

Move Controls Image Description Element
Ready Bomb B Bomb Technique 1 Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. It will explode after a seven seconds, and the explosion damages Kirby; the bomb will flash as it approaches detonation. None
Bomb Throw Ready Bomb + B Bomb Technique 2 Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. Sizzle
Target Throw Ready Bomb + Directional Pad Up/Directional Pad Down + B Bomb Technique 3 Kirby throws his bomb with a higher or lower trajectory. The player can hold B to fix Kirby's position while aiming. Sizzle
Bomb Slide Ready Bomb + Directional Pad Down + A Bomb Technique 4 Kirby slides with a timed bomb in front of him. Sizzle
Bomb Set Directional Pad Down + B Bomb Technique 5 Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. Sizzle
Straight Throw Ready Bomb + Directional Pad Right Directional Pad Right + B Bomb Technique 6 Kirby throws a bomb straight forward. Sizzle
Ice Bomb
Kirby: Squeak Squad
Bomb + Ice Bomb Technique 7 The player can mix Bomb and Ice Ability bubbles to create Ice Bomb. The player can also mix Bomb and Spark Ability bubbles to create Thunder Bomb. N/A

Move Controls Description Element
Ready Bomb 1 Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. It will explode after a seven seconds, and the explosion damages Kirby; the bomb will flash as it approaches detonation. None
Bomb Throw Ready Bomb + 1 Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. Sizzle
Target Throw Ready Bomb + Directional Pad Up/Directional Pad Down + 1 Kirby throws his bomb with a higher or lower trajectory. The player can hold B to fix Kirby's position while aiming. Sizzle
Bomb Slide Ready Bomb + Directional Pad Down + 2 Kirby slides with a timed bomb in front of him. Sizzle
Bomb Set Directional Pad Down + 1 Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. Sizzle
Straight Throw Ready Bomb + Directional Pad Right Directional Pad Right + 1 Kirby throws a bomb straight forward. Sizzle

Move Controls Description Element
Ready Bomb Down Button Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. It will explode after a seven seconds, and the explosion damages Kirby; the bomb will flash as it approaches detonation. None
Bomb Throw Ready Bomb + Down Button Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. Sizzle
Target Throw Ready Bomb + Left Stick Up/Left Stick Down + Down Button Kirby throws his bomb with a higher or lower trajectory. The player can hold B to fix Kirby's position while aiming. Sizzle
Bomb Slide Ready Bomb + Left Stick Down + Right Button Kirby slides with a timed bomb in front of him. Sizzle
Bomb Set Left Stick Down + Down Button Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. Sizzle
Straight Throw Ready Bomb + Left Stick Right Left Stick Right + Down Button Kirby throws a bomb straight forward. Sizzle

Kirby's Return to Dream Land and Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe[]

Bomb returns with its techniques from Kirby Super Star and Kirby Super Star Ultra, except Straight Throw has now been replaced with Bomb Bowl, and Bomb Throw's aiming system is much more precise. Its appearance has been changed to give it a dark blue party hat with yellow and green star decorations, a red ribbon, and a blue diamond in the front; the bombs are also decorated with stars, and their explosions are more reminiscent of fireworks. Bomb can be obtained from Poppy Bros. Jr., Foley, Mr. Dooter's bombs, Bomb Robot's missiles, Metal General's missiles, and HR-D3's missiles.

In Kirby's Return to Dream Land, the Bomb Challenge can be unlocked by collecting 50 Energy Spheres, and Bomb can be accessed from the third Copy Ability Room for 60 Energy Spheres.

In Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe, the Bomb Challenge is now unlocked by collecting 55 Energy Spheres, and Bomb can be accessed from the third Copy Ability Room now for 65 Energy Spheres.

Techniques[]

Move Controls Description Damage
Bomb Prep Hold 1 Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. N/A
Bomb Throw Release 1 during Bomb Prep Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Target Throw Directional Pad during Bomb Prep Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb. A small arrow points in the direction that the bomb is being thrown. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Self-Destruct Bomb Prep...do nothing Kirby's bomb explodes in his hands. This doesn't do damage to Kirby, but does make him flinch and gives him brief invincibility as if damaged. 26
Bomb Bowl Dash + 1 Kirby bowls a timed bomb forward; it can travel significantly farther when used in the air. 32
Bomb Drop 1 next to foe Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Bomb Set Directional Pad Down + 1 Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. When used in the air, Kirby receives a small upward boost. 28

Move Controls Description Damage
Pro Controller Joy-Con
Bomb Prep Press and hold B Press and hold Down Button Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. N/A
Bomb Throw Release B during Bomb Prep Release Down Button during Bomb Prep Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Target Throw Left Stick during Bomb Prep Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb. A small arrow points in the direction that the bomb is being thrown. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Self-Destruct Don't release bomb during Bomb Prep Kirby's bomb explodes in his hands. This doesn't do damage to Kirby, but does make him flinch and gives him brief invincibility as if damaged. 26
Bomb Bowl Dash + B Dash + Down Button Kirby bowls a timed bomb forward; it can travel significantly farther when used in the air. 32
Bomb Drop B near an enemy Down Button near an enemy Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Bomb Set Left Stick Down + B Left Stick Down + Down Button Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. When used in the air, Kirby receives a small upward boost. 28

Move Controls Description Damage
Pro Controller Joy-Con
Bomb Prep Press and hold Y Press and hold Left Button Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. N/A
Bomb Throw Release Y during Bomb Prep Release Left Button during Bomb Prep Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Target Throw Left Stick during Bomb Prep Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb. A small arrow points in the direction that the bomb is being thrown. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Self-Destruct Don't release bomb during Bomb Prep Kirby's bomb explodes in his hands. This doesn't do damage to Kirby, but does make him flinch and gives him brief invincibility as if damaged. 26
Bomb Bowl Dash + Y Dash + Left Button Kirby bowls a timed bomb forward; it can travel significantly farther when used in the air. 32
Bomb Drop Y near an enemy Left Button near an enemy Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Bomb Set Left Stick Down + Y Left Stick Down + Left Button Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. When used in the air, Kirby receives a small upward boost. 28

Kirby: Triple Deluxe, Kirby Fighters Deluxe, and Kirby: Planet Robobot[]

Bomb is mostly unchanged from its appearance in Kirby's Return to Dream Land though the ribbon on its hat has been shortened. Some of its moves were modified. Bomb can be obtained from Poppy Bros. Jr., Foley, Masked Dedede's and Shadow Dedede's missiles, and Queen Sectonia's and Soul of Sectonia's Floral Bombs.

In Kirby Fighters Deluxe, Bomb's Rare Outfit changes its hat to be decorated with orange and purple diamonds, a rainbow-colored pom-pom, and a pink heart in the front; the bombs are now purple and decorated with pink hearts.

In Kirby: Planet Robobot, Bomb can be used by Robobot Armor to send explosive Boomsteppers to solve puzzles. Bomb can be obtained from Poppy Bros. Jr., Foley, Bronto Burt's bombs, Clanky Woods's missiles, Susie's Drillbits, Mecha Knight's missiles, President Haltmann's Susie missiles, Star Dream Soul OS's Volm spawns, and the Diddy Kong, Bowser Jr., and Samus amiibo.

Techniques[]

In Kirby Fighters and Kirby Fighters Deluxe, any invincibility granted by a move is removed, except when taking damage or fighting bosses, i.e. Kracko, Team DDD.

Move Controls Description Damage
Bomb Prep Press and hold B Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. N/A
Bomb Throw Release B during Bomb Prep Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. 16 (bomb), 12 (repeated bombs), 26 (explosion only), 18 (repeated explosions)
Target Throw Directional Pad during Bomb Prep Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb. A small arrow points in the direction that the bomb is being thrown. 16 (bomb), 12 (repeated bombs), 26 (explosion only), 18 (repeated explosions)
Self-Destruct Don't release bomb during Bomb Prep Kirby's bomb explodes in his hands. This doesn't do damage to Kirby (except in Kirby Fighters and Kirby Fighters Deluxe), but does make him flinch and gives him brief invincibility. 26
Bomb Bowl Dash + B Kirby bowls a timed bomb forward; it can travel significantly farther when used in the air. Its travel distance was significantly reduced compared to Kirby's Return to Dream Land, now traveling the same distance as a normal Bomb Throw, assuming level ground. 32
Bomb Drop B near an enemy Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Bomb Set Directional Pad Down + B Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. Kirby no longer receives an upward boost when used in the air. 28
Robobot Armor[]
Move Controls Description Element
Boomstepper Press and release B The Robobot Armor fires a bomb robot that walks until it makes contact with an enemy, hazard, or after being active for around six seconds; only four Boomsteppers can be active at a time, as pricing another will cause the earliest one to explode. Boomstepper can walk on walls and ceilings. Sizzle
Change Throw Angle Hold B The Robobot Armor throws the Boomstepper higher, depending on how long B is held. Sizzle

Kirby Battle Royale[]

Bomb appears as an unlockable Copy Ability. It can be unlocked in The Cake Royale after obtaining 20 League Points in the Beginner's League. Due to the 3D gameplay, the game lacks directional moves and instead uses multiple attack buttons. Bomb has been simplified and only has three moves, the minimum number required. Bomb can still Bomb Throw, but it can no longer Target Throw; thrown bombs always follow the same ballistic trajectory. By holding the button, Bomb can throw a bigger bomb with a larger explosion and more damage. Bomb can slam a bomb onto an opponent's head similarly to Bomb Set, but can be used even if there isn't a valid target, and can also be used as melee damage against enemies. It has Headgear based on Foley, a bomb, a party popper, as well as Qbby, which can only be obtained by scanning a Qbby amiibo.

Techniques[]

Move Controls Description Damage (Robo Bonkers)
Type A/Type C Type B/Type D
Bomb Throw B Y Kirby throws a bomb a set distance in front of him. A combination of Bomb Prep and Bomb Throw, but lacks Target Throw and Self Destruct. 60x2
Big Bomb Throw Hold/release B Hold/release Y Kirby charges up his bomb, which then becomes twice as large and colored yellow with red stars. Throwing it causes a bigger explosion that also lasts longer. Similar to Balloon Bomb. 100x4
Bomb Dunk Y A Kirby slams a bomb, colored red with cyan stars, into the ground in front of him. A combination of Drop Bomb and Bomb Set, as doing it near an opponent will drop the bomb on the head before exploding a few seconds later. Can be used as a melee attack to damage certain entities such as Mini Whispy Woods, but does not cause an explosion. 50 (dunk), 160 (explosion)

Kirby Star Allies[]

Bomb is mostly unchanged from its appearance in Kirby: Planet Robobot. Target Throw now features a guideline, akin to Kirby's Dream Course, and any bombs that haven't detonated can also be picked up, allowing other characters to use them. Similarly to Kirby: Squeak Squad, Bomb can be enhanced by the elements from other Copy Abilities; unlike Kirby: Squeak Squad, it doesn't have the Sizzle element by default, and so can be enhanced to receive such. In addition to being obtained from Poppy Bros. Jr., who is its Friend Helper, Bomb can also be obtained from Vividria's parachute bombs and Void Termina's/Void Soul's/Void's attacks that create black stars.

Techniques[]

Move Controls Description Damage
Pro Controller Joy-Con
Bomb Prep Press and hold B Press and hold Down Button Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. N/A
Bomb Throw Release B during Bomb Prep Release Down Button during Bomb Prep Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Target Throw Left Stick during Bomb Prep Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb. A dotted line shows the full trajectory of the bomb. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Self-Destruct Don't release bomb during Bomb Prep Kirby's bomb explodes in his hands after 20 seconds. This doesn't do damage to Kirby, but does make him flinch and gives him brief invincibility as if damaged. 26
Bomb Bowl Dash + B Dash + Down Button Kirby bowls a timed bomb forward; it can travel significantly farther when used in the air. The bomb can be picked up if it hasn't detonated. 32
Bomb Drop B near an enemy Down Button near an enemy Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Bomb Set Left Stick Down + B Left Stick Down + Down Button Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. The bomb can be picked up if it hasn't detonated. 28

Move Controls Description Damage
Pro Controller Joy-Con
Bomb Prep Press and hold Y Press and hold Left Button Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. N/A
Bomb Throw Release Y during Bomb Prep Release Left Button during Bomb Prep Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Target Throw Left Stick during Bomb Prep Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb. A dotted line shows the full trajectory of the bomb. 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only)
Self-Destruct Don't release bomb during Bomb Prep Kirby's bomb explodes in his hands after 20 seconds. This doesn't do damage to Kirby, but does make him flinch and gives him brief invincibility as if damaged. 26
Bomb Bowl Dash + Y Dash + Left Button Kirby bowls a timed bomb forward; it can travel significantly farther when used in the air. The bomb can be picked up if it hasn't detonated. 32
Bomb Drop Y near an enemy Left Button near an enemy Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 26
Bomb Set Left Stick Down + Y Left Stick Down + Left Button Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. The bomb can be picked up if it hasn't detonated. 28

Friend Ability changes[]

Move Blizzard Bomb Bluster Bomb Sizzle Bomb Splash Bomb Zap Bomb
Explosion of a bomb Blizzard Bombs create a damaging mass of crystalline ice wherever they impact. Bluster Bombs create a burst of air with a small radius. Sizzle Bombs create a temporary blaze on the floor, wall, or ceiling impacted. Splash Bombs create a burst of water, whose droplets travel both upwards and to either side. Zap Bombs create a spark, while simultaneously summoning down a lightning bolt.
Bomb Prep N/A If Kirby jumps while holding a Bluster Bomb, the bomb will enlarge and lift him into the air. N/A N/A N/A
Bomb Throw N/A Bluster Bombs descend slowly in their downwards trajectory. N/A N/A N/A
Bomb Bowl Blizzard Bombs create a trail of ice when they roll along a surface. Bluster Bombs travel farther horizontally and descend slowly in air. Sizzle Bombs create a trail of fire when they roll along a surface. Splash Bombs create a trail of water when they roll along a surface. Zap Bombs create a trail of sparks when they roll along a surface.

Kirby Fighters 2[]

Bomb is available by default, at Fighters Rank 1. It is mostly unchanged from its appearance in Kirby Fighters Deluxe. It has two Rare Hats: the Heart Bomb Hat from Kirby Fighters Deluxe and the Pirate's Tricorn.

Techniques[]

Any invincibility granted by a move is only present when fighting bosses that aren't Shadow Kirby.

Move Controls Description Damage
Bomb Prep Press and hold Down Button Kirby creates a bomb and holds it over his head. N/A
Bomb Throw Release Down Button during Bomb Prep Kirby throws his bomb, which follows a ballistic trajectory. 13
Target Throw Left Stick during Bomb Prep Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb. A small arrow points in the direction that the bomb is being thrown. 13
Self-Destruct Don't release bomb during Bomb Prep Kirby's bomb explodes in his hands. This damages Kirby, but also makes him flinch and gives him brief invincibility. 13 (to player and opponent)
Bomb Bowl Dash + Down Button Kirby bowls a timed bomb forward; it can travel significantly farther when used in the air. 15
Bomb Drop Down Button near an enemy Kirby places a timed bomb on top of a nearby enemy. 14
Bomb Set Left Stick Down + Down Button Kirby places a timed bomb in front of him. Kirby no longer receives an upward boost when used in the air. 13

Kirby and the Forgotten Land[]

Bomb[]

To use the Bomb ability, hold down [B]/[Y] to aim, then release it to throw a bomb forward.
— Weapons-Shop Waddle Dee

Due to the 3D gameplay, Bomb has been simplified. All bombs thrown only detonate upon making contact with an enemy, hazard, another bomb, or after being idle for ten seconds; bombs roll a bit upon landing, depending on the trajectory. Bombs can be aimed, altering their trajectories and allowing for precision. Bombs can also be bowled on the ground. Any bombs that haven't detonated can also be pushed around by touching them; they can be pushed a minimum of .75 tiles and a maximum of 3.5 tiles per push. Only six bombs can be active at a time; pulling out another will cause the earliest bomb to explode. Bomb can be obtained from Poppy Bros. Jr., Foley, and Balloon-Meister.

Bomb has a ★ Treasure Road, "Triple Strike! Bowling for Switches," that can be accessed after clearing Stage 2 of Natural Plains, Through the Tunnel. It also has a ★★ Treasure Road, "Toss 'Em! Hit the Bomb Blocks," that can be accessed after clearing Stage 3 of Wondaria Remains, Invasion at the House of Horrors.

Bomb has a Power of 1.5 and a Rapid-Fire of 1.5.

After clearing the main story, Bomb's Power can be powered up 4 times. At +1 and +2, it can be powered up with 1,000 Star Coins and 2 Rare Stones. At +3, it can be powered up with 1,200 Star Coins and 3 Rare Stones. At +★, it can be powered up with 2,500 Star Coins and 5 Rare Stones.

Chain Bomb[]

The Chain Bomb ability's attack power will increase if you place bombs near each other to form a chain. Bigger, longer chains mean bigger, badder booms!
— Weapons-Shop Waddle Dee

Chain Bomb appears as the first-level evolved ability of Bomb. Its Blueprint can be found in Stage 4 of Everbay Coast, Fast-Flowing Waterworks. It can be evolved with 500 Star Coins and 2 Rare Stones.

Chain Bomb allows bombs on the ground that are close to each other to form chains that allow for longer, bigger explosions that do more damage when detonated. When not in a chain, a chain bomb is a transparent green with blue nodes and a red spark inside; in a 2-chain, they're red with blue sparks; in a 3-chain, they're yellow with violet sparks; in a 4-chain, they're green with green nodes; in a 5-chain, they're blue with yellow sparks; and in a 6-chain, they're purple with yellow sparks. Due to the bomb limit, six is the maximum number of chain bombs that can be chained; pulling out another will cause the earliest chain bomb, and its chain if applicable, to explode.

When a chain of bombs detonates, each chain bomb creates a green explosion that lasts for 1.5 seconds and can hit enemies a maximum of seven times. With a 2-chain, each chain bomb's explosion radius is 2 tiles; with a 3-chain, the radius is 3 tiles; with a 4-chain, the radius is 3.5 tiles; with a 5-chain, the radius is 4 tiles; and with a 6-chain, the radius is 5 tiles.

Chain Bomb has a ★★ Treasure Road, "Cast a Line! Chain Bomb Trial," that can be accessed after clearing Stage 1 of Winter Horns, Northeast Frost Street.

Chain Bomb has a Power of 3 and a Rapid-Fire of 1.5.

After clearing the main story, Chain Bomb's Power can be powered up 3 times. At +1, it can be powered up with 1,000 Star Coins and 2 Rare Stones. At +2, it can be powered up with 1,200 Star Coins and 3 Rare Stones. At +★, it can be powered up with 2,500 Star Coins and 5 Rare Stones.

Homing Bomb[]

The Homing Bomb ability's attack power will increase when bombs gather near each other to form a chain. Bigger, longer chains mean bigger, badder booms!
— Weapons-Shop Waddle Dee

Homing Bomb appears as the second-level evolved ability of Bomb. Its Blueprint can be found in Stage 5 of Winter Horns, An Unexpected Beast King after defeating King Dedede. It can be evolved with 800 Star Coins and 3 Rare Stones.

Homing Bomb, like Chain Bomb, also allows bombs on the ground that are near each other to form chains. Homing bombs, once deployed, sprout out wheels and begin seeking out the nearest enemy; they are even capable of jumping to attempt to reach their targets. When not in a chain, a homing bomb is red with a green spark; in a 2-chain or 3-chain, they're green with purple sparks; in a chain for four or more, they're purple with yellow sparks. If Kirby bumps into a homing bomb, its wheels will retract and will stop moving for a second before patrolling again.

When a chain of homing bombs detonates, each homing bomb creates a red explosion that functions the same as with Chain Bomb.

Homing Bomb has a ★★ Treasure Road, "Seek the Switches! Homing Bomb Hunt," that can be accessed after clearing Stage 1 of Redgar Forbidden Lands, Enter the Fiery Forbidden Lands.

Homing Bomb has a Power of 3.5 and a Rapid-Fire of 2.5.

After clearing the main story, Homing Bomb's Power can be powered up 2 times. At +1, it can be powered up with 1,200 Star Coins and 3 Rare Stones. At +★, it can be powered up with 2,500 Star Coins and 5 Rare Stones.

Techniques[]

Move Controls Description Damage
Pro Controller Joy-Con Bomb Chain Bomb Homing Bomb
Bomb Throw B Down Button Kirby throws a bomb forward that lands 1.5 tiles ahead of him and rolls .5 tiles on level ground. From a standing jump, the bomb lands 2 tiles ahead and rolls .5 tiles, and from a moving jump the bomb lands 5 tiles ahead and rolls 2 tiles. A combination of Bomb Prep, Bomb Throw, and Bomb Set, but lacks Self-Destruct and Bomb Drop. When the button is held, he will perform an Aim and Throw, similar to Target Throw in previous games. 18 (collision)
16 (explosion)
24 (collision)
22 (explosion)
5 per hit (chain burst 1 chain)
8 per hit (chain burst 2 chains)
12 per hit (chain burst 3 chains)
19 per hit (chain burst 4 chains)
34 per hit (chain burst 5 chains)
25 (collision)
22 (explosion)
5 per hit (chain burst 1 chain)
8 per hit (chain burst 2 chains)
12 per hit (chain burst 3 chains)
19 per hit (chain burst 4 chains)
34 per hit (chain burst 5 chains)
Aim and Throw Hold B - Release Hold Down Button - Release Like Target Throw in previous games, Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb, which is given a notable arc instead of being thrown directly forward. The default trajectory on level ground is 4 tiles ahead, has a maximum horizontal distance of 6 tiles ahead, and a minimum of 1 tile ahead. A dotted line shows the trajectory of the bomb, with a star at its contact point.
Bomb Bowl Left Stick + B
B after a Perfect Dodge
Left Stick + Down Button
Down Button after a Perfect Dodge
Kirby bowls a bomb forward. The distance it rolls is dependent on Kirby's velocity, rolling a minimum of 3 tiles and a maximum of 6 tiles. Bomb Bowl is also Bomb's counterattack when performing a successful dodge.

Move Controls Description Damage
Pro Controller Joy-Con Bomb Chain Bomb Homing Bomb
Bomb Throw Y Left Button Kirby throws a bomb forward that lands 1.5 tiles ahead of him and rolls .5 tiles on level ground. From a standing jump, the bomb lands 2 tiles ahead and rolls .5 tiles, and from a moving jump the bomb lands 5 tiles ahead and rolls 2 tiles. A combination of Bomb Prep, Bomb Throw, and Bomb Set, but lacks Self-Destruct and Bomb Drop. When the button is held, he will perform an Aim and Throw, similar to Target Throw in previous games. 18 (collision)
16 (explosion)
24 (collision)
22 (explosion)
5 per hit (chain burst 1 chain)
8 per hit (chain burst 2 chains)
12 per hit (chain burst 3 chains)
19 per hit (chain burst 4 chains)
34 per hit (chain burst 5 chains)
25 (collision)
22 (explosion)
5 per hit (chain burst 1 chain)
8 per hit (chain burst 2 chains)
12 per hit (chain burst 3 chains)
19 per hit (chain burst 4 chains)
34 per hit (chain burst 5 chains)
Aim and Throw Hold Y - Release Hold Left Button - Release Like Target Throw in previous games, Kirby takes precision aim before throwing the bomb, which is given a notable arc instead of being thrown directly forward. The default trajectory on level ground is 4 tiles ahead, has a maximum horizontal distance of 6 tiles ahead, and a minimum of 1 tile ahead. A dotted line shows the trajectory of the bomb, with a star at its contact point.
Bomb Bowl Left Stick + Y
Y after a Perfect Dodge
Left Stick + Left Button
Left Button after a Perfect Dodge
Kirby bowls a bomb forward. The distance it rolls is dependent on Kirby's velocity, rolling a minimum of 3 tiles and a maximum of 6 tiles. Bomb Bowl is also Bomb's counterattack when performing a successful dodge.

Damage[]

Move
Kirby Super Star
Kirby Super Star Ultra
Kirby's Return to Dream Land
Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe
Kirby: Triple Deluxe
Kirby Fighters Deluxe
Kirby: Planet Robobot
Kirby Star Allies
Kirby Fighters 2
Kirby and the Forgotten Land
Bomb Prep N/A
Bomb Throw/Target Throw/Aim and Throw 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only) 16 (bomb), 12 (repeated bombs), 26 (explosion only), 18 (repeated explosions) 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only) 13 18 (collision)
16 (explosion)
Self-Destruct 0 26 13 N/A
Straight Throw/Bomb Bowl 16 32 15 18 (collision)
16 (explosion)
Bomb Drop 26 14 N/A
Bomb Set 16 (bomb), 26 (explosion only) 16 (bomb), 28 (explosion only) 13 N/A

In Kirby: Right Back at Ya![]

HnK Bomb

Bomb Kirby in the anime

He is now... Bomb Kirby.
— Meta Knight • Kirby Takes the Cake

Bomb Kirby in the anime retains the same look and attacks as in the games. He can create and throw an unlimited number of bombs at will. He can also create bombs of varying sizes.

Transformation Sequence[]

In the transformation sequence, Kirby cringes, inflates and turns red, then explodes. Bomb Kirby appears from the smoke of the explosion, creates a bomb, and holds it over his head. The sound made when Kirby creates a bomb is replaced in the 4Kids dub.

Appearances[]

Bomb, along with Fighter, is the third most frequently used Copy Ability, with six appearances.

In the Super Smash Bros. series[]

Bomb Kirby appears as a collectible trophy in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.

Flavor Texts[]

GameFlavor text
Kirby Super Star
Blast your enemies to bits! Take accurate aim and throw carefully. Your throw will be controlled by Y.
Kirby & The Amazing Mirror
Use B to pull out a bomb, and press B again to throw it. Move the +Control Pad to change where to throw it.
Kirby: Squeak Squad
HOLD! THROW!! BOOM!!
Kirby Super Star Ultra
Grab a bomb and hold the button to set the throw angle. Toss it and it'll go Ka-BOOM!
Kirby's Return to Dream Land
Prep a huge bomb, aim it, and--KA-BOOM! Get above your enemies and boom, boom, boom! Bowl a perfect BOOM!
Kirby: Triple Deluxe

Kirby Fighters Deluxe
Raise a huge bomb above your head, adjust the angle, and give it a toss. Blast, explode, and detonate from a distance! Or drop a bomb right next to an enemy. KABOOM!
Kirby: Planet Robobot
Raise a huge bomb above your head, adjust the angle and throw! Detonate from afar...or drop a bomb right next to an enemy. BOOM!
Kirby Battle Royale
Throw a bomb and blow your foes away! A great ability for attacking from afar.
Kirby Star Allies
Anyone can pick up a bomb, and if it rolls over terrain covered with friendly fire or water, the bomb will transform! For a surprise attack, infuse bombs with wind to make them float!
Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe
Prep a firework bomb, aim it, and...KA-BOOM! Get above your enemies and boom, boom, boom! Bowl a perfect BOOM!

Related Quotes[]

Ever gone bowling with Bombs? Once Kirby gets this ability, you can do it anytime! You can also use expert aim to lob them at any angle.
— Bomb's description • Kirby's Return to Dream Land official site
The unstoppable marching bombs! Boomstepper!
— In-game description for the Bomb Mode of Robobot Armor • Kirby: Planet Robobot
When he copies the Bomb ability, Kirby gets to don a stylish hat just like Poppy Bros. Jr. The hat's appearance varies a little from game to game, but the ability itself has pretty much stayed the same: pull out a bomb, throw it, BOOM! Careful, though—if you hang on to the bomb for too long, you'll go BOOM yourself!
— Trophy Description • Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Throw lots of bombs at your enemies!
— Kirby Battle Royale - Kirby's 25th Anniversary Copy Ability Poll
That pointed hat gives you the Bomb ability! You should use Bomb Dunk if you want to shock your foe!
— Knuckle Joe • Kirby Battle Royale
Throw bombs from a distance. The bigger the bomb, the longer the range of explosion.
— Official Kirby Battle Royale Website

In Other Languages[]

Names, etymology and in other regions
Language Name Definition, etymology and notes
Flag JP ボム Officially romanized to Bomb.
Flag USA Bomb
Flag CN
(Traditional)
炸弹 Translates to Bomb.
Flag KOR Translates to Bomb.
Flag GER Bomben Translates to Bomb.
Flag NL Bom Translates to Bomb.
Flag FR
(General)
Bombe Translates to Bomb.
Flag IT Granata Translates to Grenade.
Flag ESP
(General)
Bomba Translates to Bomb.
Flag PT
(General)
Bomba Translates to Bomb.

Trivia[]

  • This Copy Ability's cap's original appearance is a specific reference to Poppy Bros. Jr.'s and Poppy Bros. Sr.'s attire.
  • This Copy Ability's original appearance may also be, like Sword, a reference to Link, because of the hat and the bomb itself. Link uses both swords and bombs, and wears a floppy cap in The Legend of Zelda series.
  • Bomb is the only Copy Ability that has an attack that can damage the player; as such, it is also the only Copy Ability that can KO the player.
    • Furthermore, the Power Combo Stone Bomb also features the attribute of being the only Power Combo that can damage and KO Kirby. This Power Combo also requires the Bomb ability.
  • Bomb appeared in the trailer of Kirby GCN, having some qualities from previous Kirby games, like Bomb Drop. The ability has also shown a completely different hat unlike the previous Kirby games, which resembles an orange party hat with yellow stars. There was also a new Bomb enemy, which rode on a big ball around the size of a Golem. A similarly redesigned hat was introduced in Kirby's Return to Dream Land, which also redesigned the bombs to have blue star marks.
  • While there are Ice Bombs and Thunder Bombs, there are no Fire Bombs because the regular bomb already has the element of fire.
    • This is bypassed in Kirby Star Allies, where Bomb can be imbued with Sizzle. This is likely because Bomb no longer retains its fire properties.
  • In Kirby Fighters Deluxe, Bomb's rare hat allows Kirby to throw bombs covered in heart patterns. According to designer Kenichiro Kita, this design was chosen to appeal to girls.[1]
  • For Kirby's 25th Anniversary, Nintendo held a public poll asking which Copy Ability was the most popular, where the winner would be incorporated into the then-upcoming game Kirby: Battle Royale. In it, Bomb is erroneously labelled as debuting from Kirby's Adventure instead of Kirby Super Star.
  • Despite only being able to hold one bomb at a time, Bomb Dunk can set a bomb on multiple foes' heads.

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