Editing Knuckles

{{about|the ''{{wp|Sonic the Hedgehog}}'' character named Knuckles|the ''[[Saturday Supercade]]'' character of the same name|[[Knuckles (Saturday Supercade)]]}}
{{character infobox
|image=[[File:Knuckles2 Rio2016.png|250px]]<br>Knuckles as he appears in ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games]]''
|full_name=Knuckles the Echidna
|species=Echidna
|first_appearance=''[[sonicretro:Sonic the Hedgehog 3|Sonic The Hedgehog 3]]'' (1994, ''Sonic the Hedgehog'' franchise)<br>''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games (Wii)|Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]'' ([[Wii]]) ([[List of games by date#2007|2007]], ''Super Mario'' franchise)
|latest_appearance=''[[sonicretro:Sonic_X_Shadow_Generations|Sonic X Shadow Generations]]'' (2024, ''Sonic the Hedgehog'' franchise)<br>''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 - Arcade Edition]]'' ([[List of games by date#2020|2020]], ''Super Mario'' franchise)
|latest_portrayal=[[sonicretro:Dave B. Mitchell|Dave Mitchell]] (English; 2019-present, ''Super Mario''-related media)<br>[[sonicretro:Nobutoshi Kanna|Nobutoshi Canna]] (Japanese; 2007-present, ''Super Mario''-related media)
}}
'''Knuckles the Echidna''', commonly known as simply '''Knuckles''', is a red echidna from the ''{{wp|Sonic the Hedgehog}}'' franchise. The only time he appears in the [[Super Mario (franchise)|''Super Mario'' franchise]] is in every [[Mario & Sonic (series)|''Mario & Sonic'' series]] installment, as one of the playable competitors during the Olympic events.

In ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]'', Knuckles was voiced by [[sonicretro:Dan Green|Dan Green]], who also voiced [[Vector]] in that game. He was voiced by [[sonicretro:Travis Willingham|Travis Willingham]] from ''[[sonicretro:Sonic Free Riders|Sonic Free Riders]]'' up until ''[[sonicretro:Team Sonic Racing|Team Sonic Racing]]'', where he is instead voiced by [[sonicretro:Dave B. Mitchell|Dave Mitchell]].

==History==
===''Mario & Sonic'' series===
====''Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games''====
Knuckles appears as a playable character in ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]''. He is a Power type character, so he excels at events that require strength, such as [[Hammer Throw (Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games for Wii)|Hammer Throw]]. He focuses less on stamina compared to other Power type characters, and instead has the highest speed out of any Power type character in the game.

====''Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games''====
[[File:M&SATOWG Yoshi Team.png|thumb|left|Knuckles (left) in ''Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games'']]
Knuckles reappears as a Power character. In the DS version's story mode, Knuckles is found in [[Frostown]]. After Mario and Sonic defeats him in a mission, he joins them and helps them in their quest to free the [[snow spirits]]. At Polastraits, he helps [[Cream (character)|Cream]] open a chest which contains a Fighter's Stick. After completing the Luge mission, Cream will give the Fighter's Stick to Knuckles. Later at Cubyrinth, the team come across a lever that is too rusty to pull. After Knuckles pushes the lever, the floor falls and everyone falls down to Polastraits. After realizing where they are, they come across a large wall of ice. Not wanting to swim, Knuckles punches the large wall of ice in 45 seconds.

====''Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games''====
[[File:M&SATLOG Knuckles Football artwork.png|thumb|Knuckles competing in Football in ''Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games'']]
Knuckles returns as a Power-type character in the [[Wii]] [[Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (Wii)|version]] of ''Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games'', where he appears in the opening with all of the other athletes and competing in [[Canoe Sprint 1000m]] and [[Football (Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games for Wii)|Football]]. A [[Mii]] outfit based on Knuckles can be unlocked, and he also appears as a character that can be spoken to in London Party mode in order to play minigames and earn stickers.

In the [[Nintendo 3DS]] [[Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (Nintendo 3DS)|version]], Knuckles is part of the Wild Ones group, so he can only be played in certain [[Event]]s. In the Story Mode, Knuckles first appears with Vector chasing [[Bowser]] at [[Horse Guards Parade]], and challenges him when [[Sonic]] shows up. When he and Vector win, Knuckles destroys the [[fog machine]] and clears the [[Phantasmal Fog]] form the area on Sonic's request, and then stays behind with Vector to interrogate Bowser, though it later turns out to be a hologram of him. Knuckles also calls Mario, [[Luigi]], Sonic and [[Tails]] when they face Bowser and [[Dr. Eggman]] to support them and tell then that they have cleared the fog from Horse Guards Parade, and later appears at the opening ceremony. Knuckles also appears in the bonus episode [[The Life of a Minion]], where he and Vector are tricked into competing in a match with Bowser, which they end up losing. A [[list of badges in Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (Nintendo 3DS)|badge]] of Knuckles can also be obtained from the badge machine.

====''Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games''====
Knuckles is playable once again in ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games]]'', and is yet again classified as a Power type character.

====''Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games''==== 
Knuckles returns once again in ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games]]''. In the [[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games (Nintendo 3DS)|Nintendo 3DS version]], he is exclusive to [[Javelin Throw (Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games for Nintendo 3DS)|Javelin Throw]] and [[Boxing (Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games for Nintendo 3DS)|Boxing]].

====''Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020''====
Knuckles reappears in ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020]]'' as a playable character. Like many other ''Super Mario'' and ''Sonic'' characters in the game, Knuckles wears outfits that are event-appropriate. In addition to being playable in the Tokyo 2020 events, he is among the eight characters also playable in the Tokyo 1964 events, using his appearance from ''[[sonicretro:Sonic the Hedgehog 3|Sonic The Hedgehog 3]]''.

He is also playable in [[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 - Arcade Edition|the arcade version]], as a Power-type character. Here, he has excellent power, above average speed, and low technique.

===''Super Smash Bros.'' series===
{{main-wiki|SmashWiki|Knuckles the Echidna}}
[[File:SSBU Knuckles.jpg|thumb|left|Knuckles as he appears in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'']]
Knuckles' first physical role in the [[Super Smash Bros. (series)|''Super Smash Bros.'' series]] is appearing in the background of the [[Green Hill Zone]] stage in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', where he runs through the loop along with [[Tails]] and [[Silver]]. He keeps this same role in the stage's returning appearances in both ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''.

The ''Super Smash Bros.'' series includes collectible items featuring Knuckles, including a [[trophy (Super Smash Bros. series)|trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', another trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS'' / ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U|Wii U]]'', and a [[spirit (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)|spirit]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''.

In ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U'', a [[List of Mii Headgear|hat]] and [[List of Mii Fighter Outfits|outfit]] based on Knuckles appears as a wearable costume for [[Mii Brawler]]s. The Knuckles hat was released on February 3rd, 2016, alongside other Mii Fighter hats, including a Tails hat. The Knuckles Mii Hat and Outfit both return in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'', as DLC released on April 16th, 2019.

''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' was Knuckles' first interactive role, particularly from being an [[Assist Trophy]]. He can attack enemies by punching them, using Homing Attacks like Sonic, or burrowing underground and reappearing with an uppercut at a different location. He cannot be summoned with an Assist Trophy on Green Hill Zone his background appearance. Some other [[smashwiki:stage|stages]] where Knuckles cannot be summoned include [[Corneria]], [[Venom]], [[Brinstar Depths]], [[Spirit Train]] and [[Pilotwings]].

===''Super Mario-kun''===
Knuckles briefly appears in the ''[[Super Mario-kun]]'' crossover for ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020]]'', where Luigi, Yoshi, and Bowser are worried they will be replaced by Knuckles, Tails, and Shadow if the manga gets rebranded into a ''Sonic'' version.

==Profiles and statistics==
===''Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games''===
*'''Profile:''' "''Knuckles is an echidna that shows exceptional versatility despite his overall strength in Power events. He'll perform best at events like throwing and rowing, but can also provide solid competition in many other competitions that aren't as power-based.''"

;Stats
{{M&SATOG stats
|character=Knuckles
|image=MyS_emblem_Knuckles.png
|speed=60
|power=80
|skill=30
|stamina=70
}}
{{br}}

===''Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games''===
*'''Profile:''' "''Knuckles the Echidna has been friend and foe to Sonic for years. He has protected the Master Emerald on Angel Island, but now has his eye on a new prize: being #1 in the Olympic Winter Games! Powerful and determined, Knuckles will be going for gold with his Screw Driver ability on the Wii and DS, and Spiral Uppercut ability on the DS.''"

;Wii stats
{|
|
{{M&SATOWG Wii stats
|character=Knuckles
|ability=Screw Driver
|image=Knuckles_Emblem_Winter_Games.jpg
|speed=85
|acceleration=70
|power=95
|skill=60
}}
|}

;Nintendo DS stats
{|
|
{{M&SATOWG DS stats
|character=Knuckles
|image=Knuckles_Emblem_Winter_Games.jpg
|speed=80
|jumping=50
|power=80
|technique=50
|stamina=70
}}
|}

===''Super Smash Bros.'' series===
====''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''====
{{SSBB trophy
|name=Knuckles
|image=[[File:BrawlTrophy473.png|120px]]
|appears_in=''SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3''
|desc=A powerful red echidna also known by his full name, Knuckles the Echidna. Knuckles resides on Angel Island, where he guards the Master Emerald. Both friend and rival of Sonic, Knuckles is a martial-arts expert who can break through rocks with his spiked fists. In addition, he can climb walls and use the wind to glide through the air.
}}

{{SSBB sticker
|name=Knuckles the Echidna
|image=[[File:Knuckles Sticker.png|100px]]
|game=''Sonic the Hedgehog 3''
|effect=[Electric] - Resistance +23
|usable_by=Sonic
}}

====''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U''====
{{SSB4 trophy
|name=Knuckles the Echidna
|image='''3DS:'''<br>[[File:KnucklesTheEchidnaTrophy3DS.png|100px]]<br>'''Wii U:'''<br>[[File:KnucklesTheEchidnaTrophyWiiU.png|100px]]
|games=Both games
|category=Series Related
|appears_in=''Sonic the Hedgehog 3'' (02/1994)<br>''Sonic & Knuckles'' (10/1994)
|trophy_box=83: Sonic & Friends
|desc=Knuckles the Echidna is the dedicated guardian of the Master Emerald, rarely leaving his post on the floating Angel Island. His serious, one-track-minded approach puts him at odds with his rival, Sonic, but the two somehow manage to be friends all the same.
}}

====''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''====
{{Spirit
|no=781
|name=Knuckles
|image=[[File:SSBU Knuckles Spirit.png|x100px]]
|series=''Sonic the Hedgehog'' Series
|type={{iw|smashwiki|Primary spirit|Primary}}
|slots=2
|class=Ace
|effects='''{{color|limegreen|Grab}}'''<br>Fist Attack ↑
|obtain=Summoned with a Gordo, Muddy Mole, and {{color|limegreen|grab}}-type core
}}

==List of ''Super Mario'' appearances==
{{appearances list
|title1=''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games (Wii)|Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]''
|role1=Playable character
|release1=[[List of games by date#2007|2007]]
|format1=[[Wii]]
|title2=''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games (Nintendo DS)|Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]''
|role2=Playable character
|release2=[[List of games by date#2008|2008]]
|format2=[[Nintendo DS]]
|title3=''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''
|role3=Cameo
|release3=2008
|format3=Wii
|title4=''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games]]''
|role4=Playable character
|release4=[[List of games by date#2009|2009]]
|format4=Nintendo DS, Wii
|title5=''[[Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (Wii)|Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games]]''
|role5=Playable character
|release5=[[List of games by date#2011|2011]]
|format5=Wii
|title6=''[[Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games (Nintendo 3DS)|Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games]]''
|role6=Playable character
|release6=[[List of games by date#2012|2012]]
|format6=[[Nintendo 3DS]]
|title7=''[[Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games]]''
|role7=Playable character
|release7=[[List of games by date#2013|2013]]
|format7=[[Wii U]]
|title8=''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]''
|role8=Cameo
|release8=[[List of games by date#2014|2014]]
|format8=Nintendo 3DS
|title9=''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]''
|role9=Cameo
|release9=2014
|format9=Wii U
|title10=''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games (Nintendo 3DS)|Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games]]''
|role10=Playable character
|release10=[[List of games by date#2016|2016]]
|format10=Nintendo 3DS
|title11=''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games Arcade Edition]]''
|role11=Playable character
|release11=2016
|format11=Arcade
|title12=''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games (Wii U)|Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games]]''
|role12=Playable character
|release12=2016
|format12=Wii U
|title13=''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''
|role13=Cameo
|release13=[[List of games by date#2018|2018]]
|format13=[[Nintendo Switch]]
|title14=''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020]]''
|role14=Playable character
|release14=[[List of games by date#2019|2019]]
|format14=Nintendo Switch
}}

==Portrayals==
*[[sonicretro:Dan Green|Dan Green]] (English; 2007-2009)
*[[sonicretro:Travis Willingham|Travis Willingham]] (English; 2011-2018)
*[[sonicretro:Dave Mitchell|Dave Mitchell]] (English; 2019-present)
*[[sonicretro:Nobutoshi Kanna|Nobutoshi Canna]] (Japanese; 2007-present)
*Sébastien Desjours (French; 2013-present)
*Maurizio Merluzzo (Italian; 2013-present)
*Claus-Peter Damitz (German; 2013-present)
*Sergio Mesa (Spanish; 2013-present)

==Quotes==
{{main|List of Knuckles the Echidna quotes}}
*"''Heh heh heh, how's that?''" - ''[[Mario & Sonic (series)|Mario & Sonic]]'' series
*"''That was perfect!''" - ''Mario & Sonic'' series
*"''Greatest feeling in the world!''" - ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020]]''

==Gallery==
{{main-gallery}}
<gallery>
Knucklesdecal.png|''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]
Knuckles MSWG.png|''Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
Knucklesflip.png|''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games]]
Knuckles Rio2016.png|''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games (Wii U)|Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games]]
KnucklesUltimate.png|''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]
</gallery>

==Voice samples==
{{media table
|file1=Se assist knuckles vc appear.oga
|title1=''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''
|description1="''Yo!''" - Knuckles appearing (Travis Willingham, 2018; recycled from ''Sonic Generations'')
|file2=Se assist knuckles vc disappear.oga
|title2=''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''
|description2="''Later!''" - Knuckles disappearing (Travis Willingham, 2018; recycled from ''Sonic Generations'')
}}

==Names in other languages==
{{foreign names
|Jap=ナックルズ・ザ・エキドゥナ
|JapR=Nakkuruzu za Ekiduna
|JapM=Knuckles the Echidna
|Spa=Knuckles the Echidna
|Fre=Knuckles l'Echidna
|FreM=Knuckles the Echidna
|Dut=Knuckles the Echidna
|Ger=Knuckles die Echidna
|GerM=Knuckles the Echidna
|Ita=Knuckles il Echidna
|ItaM=Knuckles the Echidna
|Por=Knuckles o Equidna
|PorM=Knuckles the Echidna
|Rus=Ехидна Наклз
|RusR=Yekhidna Naklz
|Rus2=Наккурудзу дза Экидуна
|Rus2R=Nakkurudzu dza Ekiduna
|RusM=Knuckles the Echidna
|Rus2M={{wp|Cyrillization}} of Japanese name
|Kor=너클즈 디 에키드나
|KorR=Neokeuljeu di Ekideuna
|KorM=Knuckles the Echidna
|ChiS=纳克・魯斯
|ChiT=納克・魯斯
|ChiSR=Nàkè Lǔsī
|ChiSM=Knuckles
|ChiTR=Nàkè Lǔsī
|ChiTM=Knuckles
|Rom=
|RomM=
}}

==External links==
{{NIWA|SmashWiki=Knuckles the Echidna}}
*[[Sonicretro:Knuckles the Echidna|Knuckles the Echidna on Sonic Retro]]
*{{fandom|sonic|Knuckles the Echidna|Knuckles the Echidna at the Sonic Wiki Zone}}

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