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{{about|the gameplay mechanic|other uses of the term "Fly"|[[Fly (disambiguation)]]}}
[[Image:SMW_CapeMario.jpg|thumb||[[Cape Mario]] '''flying'''.]]
[[File:SMW CapeMario.png|thumb|Flying is an ability of [[Cape Mario|Caped Mario]], as depicted in ''Super Mario World'']]
[[Image:RaccoonMarioFly.jpg|left|thumb|[[Raccoon Mario]] flying.]]
'''Flying''' in the [[Super Mario (franchise)|''Super Mario'' franchise]] is an ability in which player characters float in the air either temporarily or as long as desired. While characters such as [[Mario]] need a [[List of power-ups|power-up]] to fly, certain enemies such as [[Fly Guy]]s and [[Paragoomba]]s can fly without the aid of items.
'''Flying''' is a move that is somewhat related to [[jump]]ing. It allows the player float in the air for a short time. Various enemies such as [[Fly Guy]] and [[Paragoomba]] have the ability fly without the influence of any powerups, etc. The hero of a game ([[Mario]]) can fly with this move.


The first game where Mario was able to fly was the little-known ''[[Super Mario Bros. Special]]'', where there was a wing powerup that allowed him to fly through the air as if he was swimming.
==History==
===''Super Mario'' series===
====''Super Mario Bros. Special''====
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Bros. Special]]'' can be done by having Mario use the [[Wing (Super Mario Bros. Special)|Wing]] power-up, allowing him to fly through the air similarly to the swimming mechanics.


The second game that Mario could fly in was ''[[Super Mario Bros. 2]]''. When Mario, [[Luigi]], [[Princess Peach|Princess Toadstool]] or [[Toad]] defeats [[Pidgit]], they can use his [[Magic Carpet]] to fly.  
====''Super Mario Bros. 2''====
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Bros. 2]]'' can be done from a [[magic carpet]] temporarily after defeating the [[Pidgit]] on it.  


In ''[[Super Mario Bros. 3]]'', when Mario picks up a [[Super Leaf]], Mario transforms into [[Raccoon Mario]], and is then able to fly. A similar item called the [[Tanooki Suit]] makes an appearance in the same game. With this, Mario can turn into [[Tanooki Mario]], which allows him not only to fly, but also to turn himself into a statue.
====''Super Mario Bros. 3''====
[[File:SMB3 - Raccoon Mario.png|left|thumb|140px|Flying can be done by [[Raccoon Mario]] in ''Super Mario Bros. 3'']]
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Bros. 3]]'' can be temporarily done by [[Raccoon Mario]] or [[Tanooki Mario]] while the [[P-Meter]] is filled, usually from a running start. Flying can be done indefinitely through the effects of a [[P-Wing|Magic Wing]], until Mario either takes damage, grabs a non-flight-based power-up, or clears the current level.


In ''[[Super Mario World]]'', Mario can pick up a [[Cape Feather]] to turn into [[Cape Mario]], another flying form. In the same game, if Mario rides on a [[Blue Yoshi]] and has it eat a [[Shell|Koopa Shell]], the dinosaur gains his [[Winged Yoshi]] form and is therefore able to fly. Alternately, the same result can be achieved if Mario rides any colored [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshi]] and has the Yoshi either eat a Blue Shell or grab [[Yoshi's Wings]]. Mario can also steal [[Lakitu's Cloud]], which also allows him to fly.
====''Super Mario World''====
Flying in ''[[Super Mario World]]'' can be mainly done by [[Cape Mario|Caped Mario]], though only after a running start, after which he soars as if he were [[glide|gliding]]. Flying can also be done by a [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshi]] eating a [[Shell|Blue Shell]] (or a Blue Yoshi eating a shell), granting him [[Winged Yoshi|wings]] and allowing him to fly around for as long as the shell is held, or if the mounted Yoshi grabs [[Yoshi's Wings]]. Flying can also be temporarily by Mario riding a [[Lakitu's Cloud]].


In ''[[Super Mario 64]]'', Mario can break open floating red [[Exclamation Mark Block]]s to access the [[Wing Cap]], which allows him to fly for a limited time after he performs a [[Triple Jump]] to take off. In the ''[[Super Mario 64 DS|DS]]'' version, the Wing Cap was replaced with a Feather. Only in the VS mode of this version is every character able to fly (though these are actually [[Yoshi]]s using the other characters' caps).  
====''Super Mario 64'' / ''Super Mario 64 DS''====
[[File:WingMarioSM64DS.png|thumb|150px|Flying can be done by [[Wing Mario]] in ''Super Mario 64'']]
Flying in ''[[Super Mario 64]]'' can be done by [[Wing Mario]] by performing a [[Triple Jump]] or using a [[Cannon]] to take off, but its effects last only as long as the power-up is active. Flying in ''[[Super Mario 64 DS]]'' remains an ability exclusive to Wing Mario, this time from collecting wings instead of a [[Wing Cap]], but the [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshis]] are able to obtain Wings in VS. mode.


In ''[[Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins]]'', Mario can pick up a [[Carrot]] to turn into [[Rabbit Mario]], which can float safely to ground after jumping.
====''New Super Mario Bros.''====
Flying in ''[[New Super Mario Bros.]]'' can be done by riding in a Lakitu's Cloud, like in ''Super Mario World'', or by using a [[Spin Block (New Super Mario Bros.)|Spin Block]] to charge upwards.


In ''[[Wario: Master of Disguise]]'', [[Wario]] can turn into [[Wicked Wario]]. The player must then blow into the [[Nintendo DS#Microphone|Microphone]] to make him fly.
====''Super Mario Galaxy''====
[[File:SMG-Flying Mario Art.png|thumb|left|150px|Flying can be done by Flying Mario in ''Super Mario Galaxy'']]
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]'' can be done by [[Flying Mario]] temporarily, after [[jump]]ing and [[spin]]ning in midair. Flying can also be done by [[Bee Mario]], though his flight is limited by a fly meter, changing color from green, to yellow, and finally to red as they fly. Once the bar is empty, they fall and are unable to fly until the flight meter fills up, which occurs by landing on a stable surface or by collecting [[Coin]]s). [[Boo Mario]] has the ability to float around in midair while the player presses {{button|wii|A}}. In his standard form. Mario can fly only by going through a [[Launch Star]], which puts him on to an automated flight path.
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In ''[[New Super Mario Bros.]]'', the player can fly if he defeats [[Lakitu]] with a [[Fire Flower]] and then jumps on his cloud.
====''New Super Mario Bros. Wii''====
[[File:NSMBW Propeller Mario.png|thumb|80px|Flying can be done by [[Propeller Mario]] in ''New Super Mario Bros. Wii'']]
Flying in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. Wii]]'' can be done by [[Propeller Mario]], if the player shakes the [[Wii#Wii Remote|Wii Remote]], making him charge upwards similarly to the Spin Block from ''New Super Mario Bros.'' Like in ''New Super Mario Bros.'', flying is also doable from a Lakitu's Cloud temporarily through the same means.


In the game ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]'', Mario can collect the [[Red Star]] to become [[Flying Mario]]. He must [[jump]] and [[Spin]] in midair to begin flying for a limited time. When the music starts to speed up, the powerup is about to wear off. He can also collect a [[Bee Mushroom]] to turn into [[Bee Mario]], which, though not technically flying, will allow him to ascend vertically in the air for a short time. The fly meter must fully recharge after it has run out. Also, when he collects a [[Boo Mushroom]], he transforms into [[Boo Mario]], which gives him the ability to float gradually higher in the air when he presses the A button. Also, whenever Mario goes through a [[Launch Star]] he flies as well, though the Player cannot control Mario. He also flies from the Comet Observatory to different Galaxies throughout the game.
====''Super Mario Galaxy 2''====
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy 2]]'' is performed in the same ways as in ''Super Mario Galaxy'', except Flying Mario, who does not return. Flying can additionally be done by [[Blimp Yoshi]] for a certain amount of time, during which the player is given some freedom to control his movement.


In ''[[New Super Mario Bros Wii]]'', the player is able to fly after obtaining a [[Propeller Mushroom]] and shaking the [[Wii#Wii Remote|Wii Remote]].
====''Super Mario 3D Land''====
Flying in ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]'' is only done from using [[Propeller Box]]es, since Raccoon Mario and even the P-Wing item does not allow for flying in this game and future 3D installments of the [[Super Mario (series)|''Super Mario'' series]]. Despite this, Mario and the [[Toad (species)|Toads]] from the intro are seen flying in the ending cutscene.


Flying returns in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy 2]]'', in the same way it is presented in Super Mario Galaxy. The Bee Mario, and Boo Mario return, but the Red Star does not. However, [[Yoshi]] can use the [[Blimp Berry]] to fly for a short amount of time.
====''New Super Mario Bros. 2''====
[[File:Raccoon Mario - New Super Mario Bros 2.png|thumb|left|150px|Flying can be done by Raccoon Mario in ''New Super Mario Bros. 2''.]]
Flying in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. 2]]'' is doable as Raccoon Mario, like in ''Super Mario Bros.'', but unlike said game, players can fly by just holding the jump button. Lakitu's Cloud can also be used to fly temporarily through the same means as before.


[[Category:Special Moves]]
====''New Super Mario Bros. U''====
[[category:Jumps]]
[[File:NSMBU Flying Squirrel Mario Artwork.png|thumb|150px|Flying can be done by Flying Squirrel Mario in ''New Super Mario Bros. U'']]
Flying in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. U]]'' can be accomplished from [[Flying Squirrel Mario]] or [[P Flying Squirrel Mario]] gliding in the air, similarly to Raccoon Mario or Caped Mario. Flying can be done continually by P Flying Squirrel Mario without touching the ground, although the effects wear off after one level.
 
====''Super Mario 3D World'' / ''Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury''====
Flying in ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]'' and [[Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury|its Nintendo Switch version]] can be done using Propeller Boxes, like in ''Super Mario 3D Land''.
 
====''Super Mario Maker'' / ''Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS'' / ''Super Mario Maker 2''====
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Maker]]'', [[Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS|its Nintendo 3DS version]], and ''[[Super Mario Maker 2]]'' can be done by Raccoon Mario, Cape Mario, and Propeller Mario in the ''Super Mario Bros. 3'', ''Super Mario World'', and ''New Super Mario Bros. U'' styles, respectively, functionally identical as in the original games. Flying can also be done from a Lakitu's Cloud temporarily, but this time there is the option to either stole or place a standalone on (except in the ''Super Mario 3D World'' style of ''Super Mario Maker 2''). Flying can be similarly done with the ([[Fire Koopa Clown Car|Fire]]) [[Koopa Clown Car]] ([[Junior Clown Car]] in the ''New Super Mario Bros. U'' style).
 
====''Super Mario Odyssey''====
Flying in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'' becomes possible from certain [[capture]]s, such [[Paragoomba]]s and [[Glydon]].
 
===''Super Princess Peach''===
Flying in ''[[Super Princess Peach]]'' can be done by [[Princess Peach]] while the [[Joy (vibe)|Joy]] [[vibe]] is active.
 
===''Wario: Master of Disguise''===
Flying in ''[[Wario: Master of Disguise]]'' can be done by [[Wicked Wario]] if the player blows into the [[Nintendo DS#Microphone|Microphone]].
 
===''Yoshi'' franchise===
Flying in ''[[Yoshi's Woolly World]]'', [[Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World|its Nintendo 3DS version]], and ''[[Yoshi's Crafted World]]'' can be done by a [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshi]] entering [[Winged Yoshi|Mellow Mode]].
 
==Profiles==
===''Super Mario Bros. 3''===
*'''Wii Virtual Console manual description:''' ''"As Tanooki Mario or Raccoon Mario, run until the P on the power meter at the bottom of the screen lights up, then press {{button|wii|2}} repeatedly to fly."''
 
==Names in other languages==
{{foreign names
|Fre=Voler
|FreM=Fly
|Spa=Volar
|SpaM=Fly
|Ita=Volo
|ItaM=Fly
}}
 
{{SMG}}
[[Category:Jumps]]
[[Category:Super Mario Galaxy]]
[[Category:Super Mario Galaxy 2]]

Latest revision as of 19:40, November 28, 2024

This article is about the gameplay mechanic. For other uses of the term "Fly", see Fly (disambiguation).
Artwork of Caped Mario
Flying is an ability of Caped Mario, as depicted in Super Mario World

Flying in the Super Mario franchise is an ability in which player characters float in the air either temporarily or as long as desired. While characters such as Mario need a power-up to fly, certain enemies such as Fly Guys and Paragoombas can fly without the aid of items.

History[edit]

Super Mario series[edit]

Super Mario Bros. Special[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Bros. Special can be done by having Mario use the Wing power-up, allowing him to fly through the air similarly to the swimming mechanics.

Super Mario Bros. 2[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Bros. 2 can be done from a magic carpet temporarily after defeating the Pidgit on it.

Super Mario Bros. 3[edit]

Artwork of Raccoon Mario in Super Mario Bros. 3
Flying can be done by Raccoon Mario in Super Mario Bros. 3

Flying in Super Mario Bros. 3 can be temporarily done by Raccoon Mario or Tanooki Mario while the P-Meter is filled, usually from a running start. Flying can be done indefinitely through the effects of a Magic Wing, until Mario either takes damage, grabs a non-flight-based power-up, or clears the current level.

Super Mario World[edit]

Flying in Super Mario World can be mainly done by Caped Mario, though only after a running start, after which he soars as if he were gliding. Flying can also be done by a Yoshi eating a Blue Shell (or a Blue Yoshi eating a shell), granting him wings and allowing him to fly around for as long as the shell is held, or if the mounted Yoshi grabs Yoshi's Wings. Flying can also be temporarily by Mario riding a Lakitu's Cloud.

Super Mario 64 / Super Mario 64 DS[edit]

Flying can be done by Wing Mario in Super Mario 64

Flying in Super Mario 64 can be done by Wing Mario by performing a Triple Jump or using a Cannon to take off, but its effects last only as long as the power-up is active. Flying in Super Mario 64 DS remains an ability exclusive to Wing Mario, this time from collecting wings instead of a Wing Cap, but the Yoshis are able to obtain Wings in VS. mode.

New Super Mario Bros.[edit]

Flying in New Super Mario Bros. can be done by riding in a Lakitu's Cloud, like in Super Mario World, or by using a Spin Block to charge upwards.

Super Mario Galaxy[edit]

Artwork of Flying Mario from Super Mario Galaxy
Flying can be done by Flying Mario in Super Mario Galaxy

Flying in Super Mario Galaxy can be done by Flying Mario temporarily, after jumping and spinning in midair. Flying can also be done by Bee Mario, though his flight is limited by a fly meter, changing color from green, to yellow, and finally to red as they fly. Once the bar is empty, they fall and are unable to fly until the flight meter fills up, which occurs by landing on a stable surface or by collecting Coins). Boo Mario has the ability to float around in midair while the player presses A Button. In his standard form. Mario can fly only by going through a Launch Star, which puts him on to an automated flight path.

New Super Mario Bros. Wii[edit]

Artwork of Propeller Mario in New Super Mario Bros. Wii
Flying can be done by Propeller Mario in New Super Mario Bros. Wii

Flying in New Super Mario Bros. Wii can be done by Propeller Mario, if the player shakes the Wii Remote, making him charge upwards similarly to the Spin Block from New Super Mario Bros. Like in New Super Mario Bros., flying is also doable from a Lakitu's Cloud temporarily through the same means.

Super Mario Galaxy 2[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Galaxy 2 is performed in the same ways as in Super Mario Galaxy, except Flying Mario, who does not return. Flying can additionally be done by Blimp Yoshi for a certain amount of time, during which the player is given some freedom to control his movement.

Super Mario 3D Land[edit]

Flying in Super Mario 3D Land is only done from using Propeller Boxes, since Raccoon Mario and even the P-Wing item does not allow for flying in this game and future 3D installments of the Super Mario series. Despite this, Mario and the Toads from the intro are seen flying in the ending cutscene.

New Super Mario Bros. 2[edit]

Raccoon Mario artwork from New Super Mario Bros. 2
Flying can be done by Raccoon Mario in New Super Mario Bros. 2.

Flying in New Super Mario Bros. 2 is doable as Raccoon Mario, like in Super Mario Bros., but unlike said game, players can fly by just holding the jump button. Lakitu's Cloud can also be used to fly temporarily through the same means as before.

New Super Mario Bros. U[edit]

Artwork of Mario from New Super Mario Bros. U
Flying can be done by Flying Squirrel Mario in New Super Mario Bros. U

Flying in New Super Mario Bros. U can be accomplished from Flying Squirrel Mario or P Flying Squirrel Mario gliding in the air, similarly to Raccoon Mario or Caped Mario. Flying can be done continually by P Flying Squirrel Mario without touching the ground, although the effects wear off after one level.

Super Mario 3D World / Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury[edit]

Flying in Super Mario 3D World and its Nintendo Switch version can be done using Propeller Boxes, like in Super Mario 3D Land.

Super Mario Maker / Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS / Super Mario Maker 2[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Maker, its Nintendo 3DS version, and Super Mario Maker 2 can be done by Raccoon Mario, Cape Mario, and Propeller Mario in the Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World, and New Super Mario Bros. U styles, respectively, functionally identical as in the original games. Flying can also be done from a Lakitu's Cloud temporarily, but this time there is the option to either stole or place a standalone on (except in the Super Mario 3D World style of Super Mario Maker 2). Flying can be similarly done with the (Fire) Koopa Clown Car (Junior Clown Car in the New Super Mario Bros. U style).

Super Mario Odyssey[edit]

Flying in Super Mario Odyssey becomes possible from certain captures, such Paragoombas and Glydon.

Super Princess Peach[edit]

Flying in Super Princess Peach can be done by Princess Peach while the Joy vibe is active.

Wario: Master of Disguise[edit]

Flying in Wario: Master of Disguise can be done by Wicked Wario if the player blows into the Microphone.

Yoshi franchise[edit]

Flying in Yoshi's Woolly World, its Nintendo 3DS version, and Yoshi's Crafted World can be done by a Yoshi entering Mellow Mode.

Profiles[edit]

Super Mario Bros. 3[edit]

  • Wii Virtual Console manual description: "As Tanooki Mario or Raccoon Mario, run until the P on the power meter at the bottom of the screen lights up, then press Two Button repeatedly to fly."

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
French Voler[?] Fly
Italian Volo[?] Fly
Spanish Volar[?] Fly