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A legendary machine with extra battle power.
— Hydra's Flavor Text • Kirby Air Ride

The Hydra is a Legendary Air Ride Machine that appears in Kirby Air Ride.

Physical Appearance[]

The Hydra's appearance is based on the rhinoceros beetle, an insect known for its strength. It features large, horn-like green structures and a glowing yellow base.

General Information[]

The Hydra can only be unlocked in City Trial. The player must either get all three parts from Red Boxes to ride it temporarily, or unlock all three parts on the Checklist to ride it in Free Run. It has very good turning, a fair glide, and extremely high attack power that can defeat most other Air Ride Machines in one hit (the only Air Ride Machine that cannot be destroyed in one hit is the Wagon Star). It possesses extremely high stats, surpassing even the other Legendary Machine (the Dragoon) in most areas except for handling and gliding.

Despite its incredible power, the Hydra's charging abilities are among the worst in the game. Similar to the Bulk Star, this star runs on "fuel" from charging (which takes a large amount of time). After a full charge, the Hydra will go at reckless speeds. It's an ideal vehicle for medium-length tracks, as the charge time will take too long in short tracks, and will take its toll on the user if the race is too long.

In the Super Smash Bros. series[]

The Hydra appears as a collectible trophy in Super Smash Bros. Brawl. It can be found in Coin Launcher, Subspace Emissary, or Boss Battles.

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Legendary Air Ride Machine
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Legendary Air Ride Machines are the Dragoon and Hydra, both first-in-class rides. They must be unlocked beforehand and are only available in City Trial mode.

Related Quotes[]

This legendary machine was born to battle. It consumes a great deal of Boost power during races and has no rivals to speak of.
— Air Ride Machines • Kirby Air Ride Instruction Booklet
One of only two legendary Air Ride machines. Known also as the King of Destruction, the Hydra was born to battle. Collecting its three parts on City Trial will reveal its fiendish side. With high offensive and defensive levels, the Hydra can easily blast through rivals and obstacles, leaving a swath of ruin. This is the ultimate Air Ride machine for attacking the course.
— Trophy description • Super Smash Bros. Brawl
This headgear is based on the legendary combat vehicle!
— Headgear description • Kirby Battle Royale

Etymology[]

"Hydra" is likely derived from the monster in Greek mythology of the same name, a multi-headed snake monster whose heads duplicated when cut off. This reference likely serves to emphasize the Hydra's enormous attack power and practical invincibility.

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