Editing R.O.B.

{{about|the NES accessory and the in-game character based on it|other uses of the name Rob|[[Rob (disambiguation)]]}}
{{redirect|Robot|[[Mechakoopa]]s that were called "Robots" in the [[Super Mario World (television series)|Super Mario World television series]]|[[Mechakoopa#Super Mario World cartoon|Mechakoopa § Super Mario World cartoon]]|robots in the [[Super Mario (franchise)|''Super Mario'' franchise]]|[[:Category:Robots]]}}
{{character infobox
|image=[[File:NES-ROB.png|250px]]<br>The original NES accessory. 
|full_name=Robotic Operating Buddy
|species=Robot
|first_appearance=''[[nwiki:Gyromite|Gyromite]]'' / ''[[nwiki:Stack-Up|Stack-Up]]'' (1985, original release)<br>''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]'' ([[List of games by date#1996|1996]], ''[[Super Mario (franchise)|Super Mario]]'' franchise)
|latest_appearance=''[[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|Super Mario RPG]]'' ([[Nintendo Switch]]) ([[List of games by date#2023|2023]])
}}
{{quote|They said reviving the video game market wasn't humanly possible. It wasn't.|Promotional poster<ref name=revive/>}}
'''R.O.B.''' (short for '''Robotic Operating Buddy''') appears in the [[Super Mario (franchise)|''Super Mario'' franchise]] as a sentient robot that creates computer-generated sound effects, and is most notably featured as a playable character in ''[[Mario Kart DS]]''. R.O.B. in real life is an accessory that was released alongside the [[Nintendo Entertainment System]] to help advertise the console as a toy, due to American consumers being uneasy about video games after the {{wp|video game crash of 1983}},<ref name=revive>{{cite|url=gamehistory.org/nes-launch-collection-1985|author=Cifaldi, Frank|publisher=Video Game History Foundation|title=The NES Launch Collection|date=February 27, 2017|accessdate=December 9, 2023}}</ref> though it was compatible with only two games: ''{{iw|nwiki|Gyromite}}'' and ''{{iw|nwiki|Stack-Up}}''. In Japan, R.O.B. is called '''Family Computer Robot''', shortened to '''Famicom Robot''' or simply '''Robot'''.
==History==
===''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars''===
In ''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]'', R.O.B. appears in the toy chest at the top of [[Booster Tower]]. In both the original and the [[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|remake]], R.O.B. uses his Famicom colors.

===''WarioWare'' series===
[[File:ROBboss.png|thumb|Screenshot from ''WarioWare: Smooth Moves'']]
R.O.B. makes various minor appearances in the [[WarioWare (series)|''WarioWare'' series]]. In ''[[WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$!]]'', R.O.B. is the subject of [[9-Volt]]'s [[Stack-Up]] [[microgame]]. In ''[[WarioWare: Twisted!]]'', a R.O.B. is seen in 9-Volt's game room. In ''[[WarioWare: Touched!]]'', a R.O.B. accessory appears in the microgame [[Gunslinger]] after the player destroys a blue canister. In ''[[WarioWare Gold]]'', R.O.B. is featured in the [[R.O.B. Block Set]] microgame.

R.O.B.'s most prominent ''WarioWare'' appearance is in ''[[WarioWare: Smooth Moves]]'', as the boss of 9-Volt's boss microgame, [[Star Fox (WarioWare: Smooth Moves)|Star Fox]]. Like many of his other appearances, R.O.B. model differs between Japanese and western versions. He bobs around, shooting either a large revolver-like light gun using both arms in the Japanese version or its western equivalent, the [[nwiki:NES Zapper|NES Zapper]]. To defeat him, the player has to shoot the flashing blocks set-up for as if he is being used to play ''Stack-Up''.
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===''Mario Kart DS''===
{{multiple image|align=left|width=150|footer=Artwork of R.O.B. for {{wp|Western world|Western}} ''Mario Kart DS'' releases (left) and Japanese release (right)|image1=MKDS ROB Artwork.png|alt1=International|image2=MKDS HVC-012 artwork.png|alt2=Japan}}
R.O.B. is an unlockable character in ''[[Mario Kart DS]]'' and the only playable character who does not return for later ''Mario Kart'' games. He can be unlocked by winning gold trophies on either all Nitro or Retro Mirror cups. R.O.B.'s [[Emblem|symbol]] is the purple D-pad of a [[Nintendo Entertainment System]] controller. R.O.B.'s two personal [[kart]]s including the [[ROB-BLS]], based on his stand from ''{{iw|nwiki|Stack-Up}}'', and the [[ROB-LGS]], which appears like like legs for R.O.B. He does not use the steering wheel of karts, due to lacking hands. R.O.B. appears to drive by moving his arms instead. R.O.B. and [[Bowser]] are tied as the heaviest and fastest racers.

In non-international releases, R.O.B. is named '''HVC-012''', the model number for the Japanese version of R.O.B., and also colored after his Japanese model. His karts also have different colors in the Japanese version. Also, the staff ghost data for [[Desert Hills]] and [[Rainbow Road]] feature the Japanese R.O.B. and vehicles, regardless of the version of the game the player has.
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===''Super Smash Bros.'' series===
{{SSB fighter infobox
|title=R.O.B.
|color=red
|emblem=ROB_Emblem.png
|image=ROBFamicom_SSBU.png
|games=''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' (unlockable)<br>''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]'' (unlockable)<br>''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]'' (unlockable)<br>''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]'' (unlockable)
|standard=Robo Beam
|side=Arm Rotor
|up=Robo Burner
|down=Gyro
|final=Diffusion Beam (''Brawl''); Super Diffusion Beam (''for 3DS'' / ''Wii U''); Guided Robo Beam (''Ultimate'')
|entrance=Assembles piece by piece as his parts drop from the sky. 
}}
{{quote|The Last of His Kind<ref name=a group=note>A reference to R.O.B.'s role in The Subspace Emissary</ref>|[[List of stages debuting in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U#Boxing Ring|Boxing Ring nickname]]|[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]}}
====''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''====
{{main-wiki|SmashWiki|R.O.B. (SSBB)}}
R.O.B. is added as an {{iw|smashwiki|unlockable character}} in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. R.O.B.'s main {{iw|smashwiki|Alternate costume|costume}} is his [[Family Computer]] colors, with his Nintendo Entertainment System palette and even one based on the North American [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SNES]] being alternate costumes. There is structure resembling R.O.B. in the background of {{iw|smashwiki|Port Town Aero Dive}}, in one of the stop spots in the background. He is unlocked by playing 160 Brawl matches, collecting 250 [[Trophy (Super Smash Bros. series)|trophy]], or by joining in {{iw|smashwiki|Adventure Mode: The Subspace Emissary}}. R.O.B. has lower attack power than other heavyweights. R.O.B.'s {{iw|smashwiki|standard special move}} is {{iw|smashwiki|Robo Beam}}, in which he fires a beam between his eyes. R.O.B.'s {{iw|smashwiki|side special move}} is {{iw|smashwiki|Arm Rotor}}, in which he spins his arms around rapidly. R.O.B.'s {{iw|smashwiki|down special move}} is {{iw|smashwiki|Gyro}}, in which he charges and throws a gyro accessory. R.O.B.'s {{iw|smashwiki|up special move}} is {{iw|smashwiki|Robo Burner}}, which uses jets in R.O.B.'s base to fly into the air. His [[Final Smash]] is {{iw|smashwiki|Diffusion Beam}}, which fires a short-range constant beam that inflicts repeated damage to opponents nearby.

=====The Subspace Emissary=====
Before the events of the Subspace Emissary, R.O.B. was the leader of the R.O.B. race of robots, officially titled the '''Master Robot'''.<ref name=DojoSSE>{{cite|language=en-us|date=April 10, 2008|url=www.smashbros.com/wii/en_us/gamemode/modea/modea17.html|title=Mysteries of The Subspace Emissary|publisher=Smash Bros. DOJO!!|accessdate=June 29, 2024}}</ref> He and the other robots lived on the floating [[Isle of Ancients]] and watched over the [[World of Trophies]]. However, it was ultimately invaded by Tabuu, a humanoid entity from Subspace. He attacked the Isle of Ancients, deactivating many R.O.B.s and eventually taking the robots hostage. R.O.B. was forced to ally himself with Tabuu in order to prevent the deaths of more of his robot brethren, and began to hide under his ceremonial robes of mourning and assume the title of '''Ancient Minister'''. The Isle of Ancients itself was converted into [[The Subspace Bomb Factory]], and the Ancient Minister became the commander of the Subspace Army. As the commander of the army, he lead the invasion of the World of Trophies on behalf of Tabuu, while a specially trained group of R.O.B.s served as the "Ancient Minister's" personal bodyguards, the [[R.O.B. Squad]], made up of [[Subspace Army#R.O.B. Sentry|R.O.B. Sentries]], [[Subspace Army#R.O.B. Launcher|R.O.B. Launcher]]s, and [[Subspace Army#R.O.B. Blaster|R.O.B. Blaster]]s. R.O.B.s were also used to detonate [[Subspace Bomb]]s, to the "Minister's" deepening regret.

[[File:SubspaceIntro-AncientMinister.png|thumb|left|The Ancient Minister's introduction]]
As the Ancient Minister, he first appeared in the Subspace Emissary after [[Mario]] and [[Kirby]]'s match at the [[Midair Stadium]], where he detonated a Subspace Bomb, sending the stadium to Subspace. He escaped, only to be later chased by Mario and [[Pit (character)|Pit]] in [[The Plain]]s, who had little success catching him. He then detonated another Subspace Bomb at [[The Battlefield Fortress]], attracting the attention of [[Marth]], [[Meta Knight]], and [[Ike]]. Regardless of the group's efforts, he manages to escape their grasp, however, he is soon discovered by Mario and Pit once again, along with [[Link]] and [[Yoshi]]. Again, the Ancient Minister escapes, but not before detonating yet another Subspace Bomb, sending King Dedede's Castle into Subspace.

The Ancient Minister is not seen again until [[Samus]] and [[Pikachu]] corner him at the Subspace Bomb Factory. Samus and Pikachu are ready to fight, but the Ancient Minister refuses, growing depressed at the number of R.O.B.s sacrificed to activate the Subspace Bombs, confusing them. Soon after, [[Donkey Kong]], [[Diddy Kong]], [[Captain Falcon]], and [[Captain Olimar]] arrive, also battle-ready, but the Ancient Minister still refuses. A holographic [[Ganondorf]] appears, quickly realizing that he has betrayed him. Using a remote-controlled button, he is able to control the R.O.B.s, ordering them to attack the Ancient Minister and activate every Subspace Bomb in the factory.

[[File:SubspaceIntro-ROB.png|thumb|left|The Ancient Minister's true form: R.O.B.]]
However, when the R.O.B. Squad shoots the Ancient Minister, his robes burn off, revealing to everyone present that he was a R.O.B. himself all along. Unable to prevent the bombs from being detonated, he decides to remain with the other R.O.B.s until he ends up being carried away by [[Donkey Kong]] as the factory explodes. R.O.B. escapes with the others on the [[Falcon Flyer]] and later meets up with the rest of the characters on the ground. He and the rest of the cast go into [[Subspace]] to confront Tabuu, but are all turned into Trophies. Eventually, [[Kirby]] saves him and he joins the group who go on to defeat Tabuu and save the World of Trophies. With so many Subspace Bombs set off simultaneously on the Isle of Ancients, only a shining, X-shaped scar appears where the Isle once was when the rest of the world is restored with the destruction of Tabuu and the Great Maze.<ref name=DojoSSE/>
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====''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U''====
{{main-wiki|SmashWiki|R.O.B. (SSB4)}}
R.O.B. retains his role of being an unlockable {{iw|smashwiki|fighter}} in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]''. A difference from before is that R.O.B.'s default palette in Western releases is based on his NES colors, not his Famicom colors like in unlocalized releases. R.O.B.'s Final Smash was changed to {{iw|smashwiki|Super Diffusion Beam}}, changing him to a cannon that fires a single beam that inflicts repeated damage until the end of the attack. R.O.B. uses the Zapper {{iw|smashwiki|equipment}} for attack, the Block equipment for defense, and the Booster equipment for speed.

====''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''====
[[File:ROB SSBU.png|thumb|Artwork of R.O.B. (NES palette) from ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'']]
{{main-wiki|SmashWiki|R.O.B. (SSBU)}}
R.O.B. is an unlockable fighter once more in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. His Final Smash has been changed again, this time to {{iw|smashwiki|Guided Robo Beam}}. The default and secondary palettes are once again region-specific, though certain [[spirit (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)|spirit]] battles feature the NES-palette R.O.B. in unlocalized releases and the Famicom palette equivalent in {{wp|Western world|Western}} versions. A light gauge on R.O.B. can determine how much fuel is left while he uses his Robo Burner, emitting blue while full, yellow at two-thirds, red at one-third, and flashing red if no fuel remains. R.O.B.'s {{iw|smashwiki|pummel}} now involves headbutting the opponent and his {{iw|smashwiki|forward throw}} to rear back before punching the target. R.O.B. travels higher during his {{iw|smashwiki|up throw}}. His {{iw|smashwiki|down throw}} can bury opponents and inflicts less damage to compensate. In the Korean version, the {{iw|smashwiki|announcer}} calls him "Robot", as in the Japanese and Chinese versions, even though R.O.B. uses his English name.

R.O.B. is not in the opening cutscene of {{iw|smashwiki|Adventure Mode: World of Light}}, although he and every other fighter except {{iw|smashwiki|Kirby (SSBU)|Kirby}} are converted into puppet fighters from {{iw|smashwiki|Galeem}}'s beams of light. However, R.O.B. serves {{iw|smashwiki|Dharkon}}, as he is fought in {{iw|smashwiki|The Dark Realm}}, and upon being defeated, R.O.B. joins the others on their journey.

R.O.B.'s {{iw|smashwiki|Classic Mode (SSBU)|Classic Mode}} route is titled "Unreadable Expressions." He engages in the following battles in the following order:

#{{iw|smashwiki|Meta Knight (SSBU)|Meta Knight}} on {{iw|smashwiki|Halberd}}
#{{iw|smashwiki|Dark Samus (SSBU)|Dark Samus}} on {{iw|smashwiki|Frigate Orpheon}}
#Five {{iw|smashwiki|Mr. Game & Watch (SSBU)|Mr. Game & Watch}}es on {{iw|smashwiki|Flat Zone X}}
#{{iw|smashwiki|Little Mac (SSBU)|Little Mac}} (wire-frame costume) on {{iw|smashwiki|Boxing Ring}}
#{{iw|smashwiki|Wii Fit Trainer (SSBU)|Wii Fit Trainer}} (x2, male and female) on {{iw|smashwiki|Wii Fit Studio}}
#Horde Battle against six R.O.B.s on [[Mario Bros. (stage)|Mario Bros.]]
#Final boss fight against {{iw|smashwiki|Galleom}}

===''Super Mario Maker''===
{{multiframe
|[[File:ROB SMM.png]][[File:ROBAlt SMM.png]]
|align=left
}}
R.O.B. is amongst the [[Mystery Mushroom]] [[Costume Mario|costume]]s in ''[[Super Mario Maker]]''. R.O.B.'s design is region-specific, sporting his Famicom colors in unlocalized releases and NES colors in other releases. When the player character becomes R.O.B., the "level start" tune from ''Gyromite'' plays, and R.O.B.'s taunt from pressing {{button|wii|padup}} is emitting beams of light from his eyes.
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==Profiles and statistics==
===''Mario Kart DS''===
{{multilang profile
|type=website
|EngE=Robotic Operating Buddy, to give R.O.B. his full name, has come out of retirement to take up a new career as a Mario Kart driver - and a strong one at that. But you'll be lucky if you catch sight of him, as he's notoriously elusive...
}}

===''Super Smash Bros.'' series===
====''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''====
{{multilang profile
|type=website
|Eng=R.O.B., the Robotic Operating Buddy from the NES, makes a grand entrance into the maelstrom!<br>His stately form has received a lot of attention, but it’s his air of gentle playfulness that really charms us.}}

=====Trophies=====
{{SSBB trophy
|name=R.O.B.
|image=[[File:BrawlTrophy067.png|100px]]
|appears_in='''NES''' Nintendo Entertainment System Robotic Operating Buddy 
|desc=R.O.B. sporting his Famicom colors. R.O.B. debuted in Japan as Robot in 1985 as an add-on for the Famicom. He could be combined with a "gyro set," etc. for two types of play. The player controlled Professor Hector, the TV emitted light, and R.O.B. responded to the light by moving. At the time, it was epoch- making game play. Recently, R.O.B. appeared in Mario Kart DS.
}}
{{SSBB trophy
|name=Diffusion Beam
|image=[[File:BrawlTrophy068.png|100px]]
|appears_in='''Wii''' ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
|desc=R.O.B.'s Final Smash. He emits a beam from his eyes that spreads across the spectrum and undulates in great variety as it travels. What makes this technique different is R.O.B.'s ability to move while using it. This allows him to use it in combination with his other moves to increase his Final Smash's effectiveness.
}}
{{SSBB trophy
|name=Ancient Minister
|image=[[File:BrawlTrophy135.png|100px]]
|appears_in='''Wii''' ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
|desc=The commander of the Subspace Army who uses Subspace Bombs to tear up this world. He was once the lord of this world, living on the floating Island of the Ancients with many robots--but the robots were taken hostage on Tabuu's orders. Now that their home's a bomb factory, the robots carry out their functions while enduring deep sadness caused by the loss of their colleagues.
}}

=====Stickers=====
{{SSBB sticker
|name=R.O.B.
|image=[[File:Sticker ROB.png|120px]]
|game=''Mario Kart DS''
|effect=['''Specials:''' Indirect] - Attack +15
|usable_by=R.O.B.
}}
{{SSBB sticker
|name=Robot & Blocks
|image=[[File:ROB Blocks Sticker.png|120px]]
|game=''Stack-up''
|effect=['''Specials:''' Indirect] - Attack +27
|usable_by=R.O.B.
}}
{{SSBB sticker
|name=Robot
|image=[[File:Robot Sticker.png|120px]]
|game=''Mario Kart DS JP''
|effect=[Energy] - Attack +32
|usable_by=R.O.B.
}}

=====Snake's codec=====
*'''[[Smash Taunt#Otacon|Otacon]]''': So, [[Solid Snake|Snake]], you're fighting Robot?
*'''Snake''': Yeah, it's a robot. Although, couldn't they have come up with a better name?
*'''Otacon''': Actually, in the U.S. they called him "R.O.B." Robot, R.O.B.--take your pick.
*'''Snake''': Fine. R.O.B. it is, then.
*'''Otacon''': In North America, R.O.B.'s body was grey, like the NES. But in Japan, he had a white body and red arms, the color of the Japanese Famicom.
*'''Snake''': Huh. You sure know your geeky tech stuff, Otacon.
*'''Otacon''': ''(chuckles)'' Well, you know...

====''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS'' / ''Wii U''====
=====Trophies=====
{{SSB4 trophy
|name=R.O.B.
|image='''3DS:'''<br>[[File:ROBTrophy3DS.png|100px]]<br>'''Wii U:'''<br>[[File:R.O.B.TrophyWiiU.png|100px]]
|games=Both
|category=Fighter
|appears_in='''NES''' ''Nintendo Entertainment System Robotic Operating Buddy'' (10/1985)<br>'''DS''' ''Mario Kart DS'' (11/2005)
|trophy_box=77: NES
|desc=This NES accessory was released in 1985—a groundbreaking system that controlled the robot via a game on the screen. In Smash Bros., R.O.B. has two projectile weapons and can use his rocket base to fly through the air. If you let his Robo Beam charge over time, it'll make for a powerful blast.
|desc2=Released in Europe in 1986, R.O.B., a peripheral for the NES, was a little robot that responded to flashing lights in games. In this game, he can fire gyros and lasers at his enemies. He also has the ability to hover, which is handy for recoveries. Keep in mind that his Robo Beam can be charged up for an extra-powerful shot.
}}
{{SSB4 trophy
|name=R.O.B. (Alt.)
|image='''3DS:'''<br>[[File:ROBAllStarTrophy3DS.png|100px]]<br>'''Wii U:'''<br>[[File:R.O.B.(alt)TrophyWiiU.png|100px]]
|games=Both
|category=Fighter
|appears_in='''NES''' ''Nintendo Entertainment System Robotic Operating Buddy'' (10/1985)<br>'''DS''' ''Mario Kart DS'' (11/2005)
|trophy_box=-
|desc=R.O.B.'s side smash, S3, fires a laser beam that does more damage up close. You can also aim it slightly up or down before firing. His down special Gyro sends a spinning top hurtling forward and can be charged for more damage. You can even dodge while charging!
|desc2=R.O.B.'s side smash, S3, fires a laser beam that does more damage up close. You can also aim it slightly up or down before firing. His down special Gyro sends a spinning top hurtling forwards. While charging it up, you can move left or right to do a quick dodge, then continue charging where you left off!
}}
{{SSB4 trophy
|name={{iw|smashwiki|Super Diffusion Beam}}
|image=[[File:SuperDiffusionBeamTrophyWiiU.png|100px]]
|games=''Wii U'' only
|category=Final Smash
|appears_in=-
|trophy_box=92: Final Smashes 3
|desc=For R.O.B.'s Final Smash, he folds his arms down, transforms into an invincible cannon, and fires a huge beam that can be panned slowly up and down. The beam splits up partway through into smaller beams that drag foes to the center, where they'll be hit continuously. The assault finishes off with a single wide beam just for good measure.
|desc2=For R.O.B.'s Final Smash, he folds his arms down, transforms into an invincible cannon and fires a huge beam that can be aimed slowly up and down. The beam splits up partway through into smaller beams that drag foes to the centre, where they'll be hit continuously. The assault finishes off with a single wide beam, just for good measure.
}}

=====Palutena's Guidance=====
*'''[[Palutena]]''': Look at that cute little robot!
*'''[[Pit (character)|Pit]]''': R.O.B. isn't a very creative name for a robot.
*'''Palutena''': I think it has a certain ring to it.
*'''Pit''': No way! Any name is better than R.O.B.! Like, hmm... How about Mr. HVC-012?
*'''Palutena''': That doesn't exactly roll off the tongue...
*'''Pit''': How about Robobuddy, Third Edition?
*'''Palutena''': And what happened to the first two editions?
*'''Pit''': Oh, good point. How about Zzzrt...Blaaat...Tron?
*'''Palutena''': Let's just keep things simple by calling him R.O.B.
*'''Viridi''': The light on its head shows you the strength of the laser it's about to fire. The moment you forget about it, it'll unleash its laser at maximum power, so watch out!

=====amiibo=====
''This robotic operating buddy was released in 1985 as an accessory for the Nintendo Entertainment System. R.O.B. introduced a new and unique way for players to interact with games. In recent years R.O.B.’s appeared as a playable character in multiple games, including Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS, using projectile weapons to attack and a rocket base to fly through the air.''

====''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''====
=====Spirits=====
{{Spirit
|no=822
|name=R.O.B.
|image=[[File:SSBU ROB Spirit.png|100px]]
|series=R.O.B. Series
|type={{iw|smashwiki|Fighter spirit|Fighter}}
|obtain=Clear {{iw|smashwiki|Classic Mode (SSBU)|Classic Mode}} as R.O.B.
}}
{{Spirit
|no=823
|name=''{{iw|nwiki|Stack-Up}}''
|image=[[File:SSBU Stack-Up Spirit.png|100px]]
|series=R.O.B. Series
|type={{iw|smashwiki|Support spirit|Support}}
|slots=1
|class=Advanced
|effects=Falling Immunity
|obtain=Timmy and Tommy's
}}
{{Spirit
|no=824
|name=''{{iw|nwiki|Gyromite}}''
|image=[[File:SSBU Gyromite Spirit.png|100px]]
|series=R.O.B. Series
|type=Support
|slots=1
|class=Advanced
|effects={{iw|smashwiki|Back Shield}} Equipped
|obtain={{iw|smashwiki|Spirit Board}}
|opponents=Giant [[R.O.B.]] ×2
|conditions=<nowiki/>
*The enemy favors down specials
*The enemy is giant
|stage={{iw|smashwiki|Living Room}}
|song=Stack-Up/Gyromite
}}
{{spirit
|no=1114
|name=Ancient Minister
|image=[[File:SSBU Ancient Minister Spirit.png|x100px]]
|series=''Super Smash Bros.'' Series
|type={{iw|smashwiki|Primary spirit|Primary}}
|slots=2
|class=Ace
|effects='''Neutral'''
|obtain={{iw|smashwiki|Adventure Mode: World of Light|World of Light}} ({{iw|smashwiki|Mysterious Dimension}}); Spirit Board
|opponents=[[R.O.B.]] ×4
|conditions='''Hazard:''' Screen Flip
*The screen will suddenly flip
*The enemy starts the battle with a {{iw|wikirby|Bomber}}
*Explosion attacks aren't as effective against the enemy
|stage=[[Halberd]]
|song=Final Destination - Super Smash Bros. Brawl
}}

=====Super Smash Blog bio=====
''He has two powerful projectiles: Robo Beam and Gyro, along with a very effective recovery. The 1P color in the North American version of the game is a light gray, and the 2P is red and white, but this is reversed in the Japanese version.''

==List of ''Super Mario'' appearances==
{|class="wikitable sortable" width=100%
|-
!width=40%|Title
!width=20%|Description
!width=20%|Release date
!width=20%|System/format
|-
|''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]''
|1996
|Cameo
|[[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SNES]]
|-
|''[[WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$!]]''
|Non-playable character
|2003
|[[Game Boy Advance]]
|-
|''[[WarioWare: Twisted!]]''
|Cameo
|2004
|Game Boy Advance
|-
|''[[WarioWare: Touched!]]''
|Cameo
|2004
|[[Nintendo DS]]
|-
|''[[Mario Kart DS]]''
|Unlockable playable character
|2005
|Nintendo DS
|-
|''[[WarioWare: Smooth Moves]]''
|Boss
|2006
|[[Wii]]
|-
|''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''
|Unlockable playable character
|2008
|Wii
|-
|''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]''
|Unlockable playable character
|2014
|[[Nintendo 3DS]]
|-
|''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]''
|Unlockable playable character
|2014
|[[Wii U]]
|-
|''[[Super Mario Maker]]''
|Costume
|2015
|Wii U
|-
|''[[WarioWare Gold]]''
|Playable character
|2018
|Nintendo 3DS
|-
|''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''
|Unlockable playable character
|2018
|[[Nintendo Switch]]
|-
|''[[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|Super Mario RPG]]''
|Cameo
|2023
|Nintendo Switch
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==Gallery==
<gallery>
MKDSRobModel.png|Model from ''Mario Kart DS''
MarioKartDSEnding2.png|The final ending screen after all characters are unlocked from ''Mario Kart DS''
ROB SSBB.png|Stock icon from ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
BrawlROB.jpg|Artwork from ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
ROB Sentry Brawl screenshot.png|Enemy R.O.B.s in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
ROBSSB4EN.png|R.O.B.'s NES version appearance in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U''
ROB Robo Beam Wii U.jpg|{{iw|smashwiki|Robo Beam}} in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''
Robo Beam Brawl.png|Robo Beam in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''
ROB Arm Rotor Wii U.jpg|{{iw|smashwiki|Arm Rotor}} in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''
Arm Rotor move Brawl.png|Arm Rotor in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
ROB Robo Burner Wii U.jpg|{{iw|smashwiki|Robo Burner}} in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''
Robo Burner Brawl.png|Robo Burner in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
ROB Gyro Wii U.jpg|{{iw|smashwiki|Gyro}} in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''
Gyro.jpg|Gyro in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''
ROB-DiffusionBeam-SSBBrawl.png|{{iw|smashwiki|Diffusion Beam}}
ROB Super Diffusion Beam Wii U.jpg|{{iw|smashwiki|Super Diffusion Beam}} in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''
SSB4 R.O.B. Screen-7.jpg|Super Diffusion Beam in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS''
SSBU Guided Robo Beam.png|{{iw|smashwiki|Guided Robo Beam}} in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''
R.O.B. pose SMM.png|''[[Super Mario Maker]]'' [[Costume Mario|costume]]
SMRPGNS Booster Toy Box.png|''[[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|Super Mario RPG]]'' (Nintendo Switch)

</gallery>

==Names in other languages==
===R.O.B.===
{{foreign names
|Jpn=ロボット
|JpnR=Robotto
|JpnM=Robot
|Jpn2=ファミリーコンピュータ ロボット
|Jpn2R=Famirī Konpyūta Robotto
|Jpn2M=[[Family Computer]] Robot
|Jpn3=HVC-012
|Jpn3N=''Mario Kart DS''
|Jpn3M="HVC-012" is the product ID of the robot.
|Spa=R.O.B.
|Fre=R.O.B.
|Ger=R.O.B.
|Ita=R.O.B.
|Por=R.O.B.
|ChiS=机器人
|ChiSR=Jīqìrén
|ChiSM=Robot
|ChiT=機器人
|ChiTR=Jīqìrén
|ChiTM=Robot
}}

===Ancient Minister===
{{foreign names
|Jpn=エインシャント{{ruby|卿|きょう}}
|JpnR=Einshanto Kyō
|JpnM=Ancient Lord
|Jpn2=マスターロボット
|Jpn2C=<ref>{{cite|date=April 10, 2008|language=ja|url=www.smashbros.com/wii/jp/gamemode/modea/modea17.html|title=スマブラ拳!!|publisher={{iw|smashwiki|Smash Bros. DOJO!!}}|accessdate=June 29, 2024}}</ref>
|Jpn2R=Masutā Robotto
|Jpn2M=Master Robot
|Spa=Ministro antiguo
|Spa2=Robot supremo
|Spa2C=<ref>{{cite|date=April 10, 2008|language=es-es|url=www.smashbros.com/wii/es/gamemode/modea/modea17.html|title=Los misterios del emisario subespacial|publisher=Smash Bros. DOJO!!|accessdate=June 29, 2024}}</ref>
|SpaM=Ancient Minister
|Spa2M=Supreme robot
|Fre=Ministre Antique
|Fre2=chef des robots
|Fre2C=<ref>{{cite|date=April 10, 2008|language=fr|url=www.smashbros.com/wii/fr/gamemode/modea/modea17.html|title=Les mystères de L’émissaire subspatial|publisher=Smash Bros. DOJO!!|accessdate=June 29, 2024}}</ref>
|FreM=Ancient Minister
|Fre2M=leader of robots
|Ger=Uralter Minister
|Ger2=Meister der Roboter
|Ger2C=<ref>{{cite|language=de|date=April 10, 2008|url=www.smashbros.com/wii/de/gamemode/modea/modea17.html|title=Die Geheimnisse in "Der Subraum-Emissär"|publisher=Smash Bros. DOJO!!|accessdate=June 29, 2024}}</ref>
|GerM=Ancient Minister
|Ger2M=Master of Robots
|Ita=Ministro Ancestrale
|Ita2=Master Robot
|Ita2C=<ref>{{cite|language=it|date=April 10, 2008|url=www.smashbros.com/wii/it/gamemode/modea/modea17.html|title=I misteri dell’Emissario del Subspazio|publisher=Smash Bros. DOJO!!|accessdate=June 29, 2024}}</ref>
|ItaM=Ancestral Minister
|Rus=Древний служитель
|RusR=Drevniy sluzhitel'
|RusM=Ancient Minister
|Chi=上古閣下
|ChiR=Shànggǔ géxià
|ChiM=Ancient Lord
}}

==Notes==
[[File:R.O.B (US).jpg|thumb|200px|R.O.B. in ''Tomodachi Life'']]
*In the same style as the original R.O.B., R.O.B.'s [[amiibo]]'s coloring differs depending on the region; however, R.O.B.'s [[Family Computer|Famicom]] coloring would later be available around the world. The [[Nintendo Entertainment System|NES]] coloring was never released in Japan.
**If both are used in ''[[Yoshi's Woolly World]]'' and ''[[Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World]]'', the player can get two different R.O.B. [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshis]]. Curiously, the same cannot be done in ''[[Super Mario Maker]]''.
*In the [[Nintendo 3DS]] game ''{{iw|miiwiki|Tomodachi Life}}'', R.O.B.'s description references its appearance in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series, referring to it as an "official Smash brawler."
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==Footnotes and references==
{{NIWA|SmashWiki=R.O.B.|NWiki=1|StrategyWiki=Category:R.O.B.|WiKirby=R.O.B. & Professor Hector}}
{{Wikipedia}}
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