The Knight (SSBN)

The Vessel of a Fallen Kingdom

**The Knight** is a playable DLC character in Super Smash Bros. Nexus.

## Attributes

The Knight is a small, lightweight fighter. They have a fast walk speed and an above average running speed, and the highest traction of the entire roster, being able to switch directions instantly. They have a fairly high grounded jump, but a below average midair jump, average air acceleration, average air speed, fast falling speed, and high gravity.

The Knight's playstyle revolves around them using their mobility to dodge attacks while gradually chipping away at the foe, searching for openings before striking with their most powerful attacks. The Knight's player must constantly be on alert, as even the slightest mistake can lead to them being subject to a deadly combo.

The Knight's main method of getting KO's is by filling their Soul Meter to the max, then dishing out a powerful spell. This can prove risky, however, as upon using a fully charged spell, The Knight's Soul Meter is completely emptied, forcing them to regain their Soul.

The Knight struggles to zone, due to their only long ranged projectile using Soul, but can easily close the gap between them and their foe using Sharp Shadow.

Overall, The Knight is a character who relies on playing patiently, as even the slightest bit of overconfidence can result in defeat.

## Moveset

### On Screen Appearance

The Knight arrives to the stage on The Last Stag.

### Taunts

* Up: The Knight raises the Dream Nail into the air.
* Side: The Knight slashes the Dream Nail forwards horizontally. This fills up Soul by three stages if it touches a fighter, but cannot be cancelled, and does no damage.
* Down: The Knight pulls out a map. This taunt can be held infinitely, and The Knight is capable of walking slowly during this taunt.

### Idle Animations

* The Knight leans forwards as white soul particles erupt around them.
* The Knight leans forwards, clutching their chest, as black void particles slowly rise around them. (This idle animation is more common at higher percents.)

### Victory Poses

* The screen is empty, with the exception of a bench. The Knight walks up to the bench, and sits on it.
* The Knight appears in the center of the screen, as their mask shatters, turning the screen completely black.
* The Knight is showered in Geo by The Grubfather, as they stare blankly at the screen.

## Classic Mode: Deeper and Deeper

The Knight's Classic Mode has them fighting characters in stages representing the various lands of Hallownest.

## Alternate Costumes

* Default - Faded Blue Cloak, White Mask, Black Eyes.
* Red Cloak, White Mask, Black Eyes.
* Green Cloak, Cracked White Mask, Orange Eyes.
* Gray Cloak, White Mask, Black Eyes.
* Gray Cloak, Gold Mask, Black Eyes.
* Black Cloak, White Grimm Troupe Mask, Red Eyes.
* White Cloak, White Mask, Black Eyes.
* Black Cloak, Black Mask, White Eyes.
* Crystal

## Role in Story Mode: Nexus of Shadowed Crystals

As a result of being a DLC character, The Knight doesn't have a major role in the Story Mode, instead only being available to play when playing stages that have already been beaten.

## Trivia

* A large majority of The Knight's attacks are ripped directly from Hollow Knight.
* The Knight has an Easter Egg where, if they can go a full minute without getting hit, they'll heal 1% of damage.