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|caption= | |caption=The Grapple Beam in ''Metroid Prime'' | ||
|games=*''[[ | |games=*''[[Metroid Prime]]'' | ||
*''[[Metroid Prime 2: Echoes]]'' | *''[[Metroid Prime 2: Echoes]]'' | ||
*''[[Metroid Prime 3: Corruption]]'' | *''[[Metroid Prime 3: Corruption]]'' | ||
*''[[Super Metroid]]'' | *''[[Super Metroid]]'' | ||
*''[[Metroid: Other M]]'' | *''[[Metroid: Other M]]'' | ||
*''[[Super Smash Bros. (series)|Super Smash Bros.'' series]] | *''[[Super Smash Bros. (series)|Super Smash Bros.'' series]] | ||
|users=*[[Samus Aran]] | |users=*[[Samus Aran]] | ||
*[[Grapple Guardian]] | *[[Grapple Guardian]] | ||
|location=*[[Phazon Mines]] | |location=*[[Phazon Mines]] | ||
*[[Dark Torvus Bog]] | *[[Dark Torvus Bog]] | ||
*[[Norfair]] | *[[Norfair]] | ||
|authorized=[[Sector 3 (Pyrosphere)]] | |authorized=[[Sector 3 (Pyrosphere)]] | ||
|obtain=*Find in [[Norfair]], requires [[Power Bomb]] and [[Speed Booster]] {{small|(''[[Super Metroid]]'')}} | |obtain=*Find in [[Norfair]], requires [[Power Bomb]] and [[Speed Booster]] {{small|(''[[Super Metroid]]'')}} | ||
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*Defeat [[Grapple Guardian]] {{small|(''[[Metroid Prime 2: Echoes|Echoes]]'')}} | *Defeat [[Grapple Guardian]] {{small|(''[[Metroid Prime 2: Echoes|Echoes]]'')}} | ||
*Defeat a group of [[Reptilicus]] in [[Bryyo]] {{small|(''[[Metroid Prime 3: Corruption|Corruption]]'')}} | *Defeat a group of [[Reptilicus]] in [[Bryyo]] {{small|(''[[Metroid Prime 3: Corruption|Corruption]]'')}} | ||
*Encounter [[Rhodegian]] and [[Anthony Higgs|Anthony]] in [[Sector 3 ( | *Encounter [[Rhodegian]] and [[Anthony Higgs|Anthony]] in [[Sector 3 (Pyroshpere)|Pyrosphere]] {{small|(''[[Metroid: Other M|Other M]]'')}} | ||
|uses=Allows Samus to grapple onto [[Grapple Point|certain areas]] | |uses=Allows Samus to grapple onto [[Grapple Point|certain areas]] | ||
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The '''Grapple Beam''' is a useful upgrade in the [[Metroid (series)|''Metroid'']] series. It allows [[Samus Aran|Samus]] to swing across gaps and can also perform other tasks. She can only use it on set points throughout each of the games in which it appears. These points are called [[Grapple Point]]s. The Grapple Beam in ''[[Super Metroid]]'', ''[[Metroid: Other M]]'', and the ''[[Super Smash Bros. (series)|Super Smash Bros. series]]'', is a [[beam]] released from Samus's [[Arm Cannon]]. In the [[Metroid Prime (series)|''Prime'' series]], however, the Grapple Beam is an attachment to Samus's rarely used left arm. | The '''Grapple Beam''' is a useful upgrade in the [[Metroid (series)|''Metroid'']] series. It allows [[Samus Aran|Samus]] to swing across gaps and can also perform other tasks. She can only use it on set points throughout each of the games in which it appears. These points are called [[Grapple Point]]s. The Grapple Beam in ''[[Super Metroid]]'', ''[[Metroid: Other M]]'', and the ''[[Super Smash Bros. (series)|Super Smash Bros. series]]'', is a [[beam]] released from Samus's [[Arm Cannon]]. In the [[Metroid Prime (series)|''Prime'' series]], however, the Grapple Beam is an attachment to Samus's rarely used left arm. | ||
==''Super Metroid''== | |||
The Grapple Beam was first featured in ''[[Super Metroid]]''. It is obtainable after defeating [[Crocomire]]. It is used to swing across Grapple Blocks, can defeat small enemies, and open doors. It can be used to quickly and easily defeat the boss [[Draygon]]. | The Grapple Beam was first featured in ''[[Super Metroid]]''. It is obtainable after defeating [[Crocomire]]. It is used to swing across Grapple Blocks, can defeat small enemies, and open doors. It can be used to quickly and easily defeat the boss [[Draygon]]. | ||
==''Metroid Prime''== | |||
In the first ''[[Metroid Prime (game)|Metroid Prime]]'', the Grapple Beam is again used to swing across gaps and lava. After being lost in the explosion on [[Frigate Orpheon]], it can be recovered in [[Phazon Mines]] after solving a [[Spider Ball]] puzzle while fending off [[Metroid (species)|Metroid]]s. Once the upgrade is obtained, a small cannon-like periphery is attached to Samus's left arm. It fires much slower than ''Super Metroid's'' and other games' Grapple Beam. Samus can also use this upgrade to grapple onto [[Glider]]s, humble bioforms with a magnetic underside. | |||
In the first ''[[Metroid Prime (game)|Metroid Prime]]'', the Grapple Beam is again used to swing across gaps and lava. After being lost in the explosion on | |||
==''Echoes''== | |||
The Grapple Beam in ''[[Metroid Prime 2: Echoes]]'' is identical both in function and appearance to ''Prime's'' Beam. It is obtained upon defeating the [[Grapple Guardian]] in [[Torvus Bog]]. | The Grapple Beam in ''[[Metroid Prime 2: Echoes]]'' is identical both in function and appearance to ''Prime's'' Beam. It is obtained upon defeating the [[Grapple Guardian]] in [[Torvus Bog]]. | ||
There is [[Glitches in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes#Grapple Beam Glitch|an interesting glitch]] in ''Echoes'' that allows the Grapple Beam to be held indefinitely and pointed towards other objects and enemies. It is, however, a cosmetic glitch that causes no apparent harm, nor does it enhance gameplay. | There is [[Glitches in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes#Grapple Beam Glitch|an interesting glitch]] in ''Echoes'' that allows the Grapple Beam to be held indefinitely and pointed towards other objects and enemies. It is, however, a cosmetic glitch that causes no apparent harm, nor does it enhance gameplay. | ||
==''Corruption''== | |||
In | In ''[[Metroid Prime 3: Corruption]]'' the Grapple Beam received a set of [[upgrade]]s of its own. These include the [[Grapple Lasso]], Grapple Swing, [[Ship Grapple Beam]], [[Grapple Voltage]], and [[Hyper Grapple]]. All Grapple upgrades are used in conjunction with a special attachment to the left hand of Samus's [[Power Suit]] that constantly glows green around its openings. The color of the beam shot out is variable depending on the type: Yellow for the Grapple Lasso, light-blue for the Grapple Swing, gray for the Ship Grapple Beam, purple for the Grapple Voltage (red when releasing energy, blue when absorbing energy), and [[Phazon]]-colored for the Hyper Grapple. All Grapple upgrades, regardless of hue, have a static-like, electric look. Samus is able to hold onto the beams, probably because of her left hand's attachment. | ||
===Grapple Lasso=== | ===Grapple Lasso=== | ||
{{main|Grapple Lasso}} | {{main|Grapple Lasso}} | ||
The Grapple Lasso is the first Grapple Beam upgrade obtained. It is acquired almost immediately after landing on [[Norion]]. It allows Samus to rip apart enemies and structurally unsound objects that shimmer yellow. Many enemies and bosses, such as [[Gragnol Adult]]s or [[Omega Ridley]], can be damaged or stunned with the help of the Grapple Lasso. Usually, | The Grapple Lasso is the first Grapple Beam upgrade obtained. It is acquired almost immediately after landing on [[Norion]]. It allows Samus to rip apart enemies and structurally unsound objects that shimmer yellow. Many enemies and bosses, such as [[Gragnol Adult]]s or [[Omega Ridley]], can be damaged or stunned with the help of the Grapple Lasso. Usually, it's usage entails revealing weak points in structures or creatures that can be shot and destroyed. | ||
===Grapple Swing=== | ===Grapple Swing=== | ||
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===Grapple Voltage=== | ===Grapple Voltage=== | ||
{{main|Grapple Voltage}} | {{main|Grapple Voltage}} | ||
Upon defeating [[Gandrayda]] on [[Pirate Homeworld]], Samus grabs the Grapple Voltage upgrade that Gandrayda drops. This upgrade can be used to either funnel in or exert energy through a Grapple Beam "string." Both can destroy enemies, by either removing any energy they require to live or by overloading them. It can also be used on certain terminals that either require energy to power up or are energized and need to be shut down. As Samus removes energy from targets, her [[energy]] fills up while releasing energy causes it to go down. Notably, Samus's energy can be exerted far quicker than it can be drawn in. | Upon defeating [[Gandrayda]] on [[Space Pirate Homeworld]], Samus grabs the Grapple Voltage upgrade that Gandrayda drops. This upgrade can be used to either funnel in or exert energy through a Grapple Beam "string." Both can destroy enemies, by either removing any energy they require to live or by overloading them. It can also be used on certain terminals that either require energy to power up or are energized and need to be shut down. As Samus removes energy from targets, her [[energy]] fills up while releasing energy causes it to go down. Notably, Samus's energy can be exerted far quicker than it can be drawn in. | ||
===Hyper Grapple=== | ===Hyper Grapple=== | ||
{{main|Hyper Grapple}} | {{main|Hyper Grapple}} | ||
The Hyper Grapple functions as a stronger, [[Phazon]]-powered version of the Grapple Voltage. Samus uses the Phazon within her to power this powerful Grapple Beam. It allows Samus to exert and funnel Phazon from enemies and Phazon-based structures. This [[Hypermode]] addition is acquired after defeating the Phazon-infused behemoth, [[Omega Ridley]] in the [[Pirate Homeworld|Pirate Homeworld's]] [[Leviathan]]. The Hyper Grapple is necessary to advance to a [[portal]] between Pirate Homeworld and the Leviathan capable of opening [[wormhole]]s to the planet [[Phaaze]]. | The Hyper Grapple functions as a stronger, [[Phazon]]-powered version of the Grapple Voltage. Samus uses the Phazon within her to power this powerful Grapple Beam. It allows Samus to exert and funnel Phazon from enemies and Phazon-based structures. This [[Hypermode]] addition is acquired after defeating the Phazon-infused behemoth, [[Omega Ridley]] in the [[Space Pirate Homeworld|Space Pirate Homeworld's]] [[Leviathan]]. The Hyper Grapple is necessary to advance to a [[portal]] between Space Pirate Homeworld and the Leviathan capable of opening [[wormhole]]s to the planet [[Phaaze]]. | ||
The Hyper Grapple becomes useful as Samus enters Phaaze. On Phaaze, Samus must keep the levels of Phazon in her body low; an easy way to accomplish this is by relieving her Phazon energy onto creatures using the Hyper Grapple. This is notably useful against the Phaaze-common [[Phaz-Ing]]s and those that can be grappled. | The Hyper Grapple becomes useful as Samus enters Phaaze. On Phaaze, Samus must keep the levels of Phazon in her body low; an easy way to accomplish this is by relieving her Phazon energy onto creatures using the Hyper Grapple. This is notably useful against the Phaaze-common [[Phaz-Ing]]s and those that can be grappled. | ||
==Data== | ==''Other M''== | ||
The beam is, once again, obtained in ''[[Metroid: Other M]]''. It is quickly [[Adam's Authorization|authorized]] as [[Adam Malkovich|Adam]], through Samus's [[visor]], and Samus notice a [[Grapple Point]] leading to where a [[Rhodegian]] held [[Anthony]] over a pool of [[lava]] in [[Sector 3 (Pyrosphere)]]. Samus uses the Grapple Beam to knock Anthony off the Rhodegian's appendages. | |||
The Grapple Beam also plays an important part in defeating [[Vorash]]. Before the Vorash battle, Vorash attempts to eat a falling Grapple Point. The Grapple Point was, however, too large for Vorash to swallow and it stays lodged in its throat. Samus uses this to her advantage, Grappling its mouth and pulling him onto a platform to keep his stomach vulnerable as much as possible. | |||
==''Super Smash Bros.'' series== | |||
In the [[Super Smash Bros. (series)|''Super Smash Bros.'' series]], Samus can use the Grapple Beam, which is very similar in appearance to its ''Super Metroid'' incarnation. The Grapple Beam in ''Super Smash Bros.'' can be used to simply harm an opponent, if Samus uses it while airborne (not in the [[Super Smash Bros. (game)|original ''Super Smash Bros.'']]), or she can use it to grab opponents while she is on the ground. The Grapple Beam is much slower here than most appearances due to it's long-range grab nature. Additionally, it can be used as a [http://www.ssbwiki.com/Tether_recovery tether], allowing Samus to grab on to a ledge in midair. Zero Suit Samus has an ability similar to the Grapple Beam known as the Plasma Wire. | |||
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{{Screendata |Metroid Prime 2: Echoes|Grapple Beam acquired!<br/> | {{Screendata |Metroid Prime 2: Echoes|<center>Grapple Beam acquired!</center><br/> | ||
Press and hold {{GCIcon|L}} to fire the Grapple Beam. Release {{GCIcon|L}} to stop grappling.<ref>{{cite|Grapple Beam acquired! Press and hold {{GCIcon|L}} to fire the Grapple Beam. Release {{GCIcon|L}} to stop grappling.|Screen data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}} | Press and hold {{GCIcon|L}} to fire the Grapple Beam. Release {{GCIcon|L}} to stop grappling.<ref>{{cite|Grapple Beam acquired! | ||
Press and hold {{GCIcon|L}} to fire the Grapple Beam. Release {{GCIcon|L}} to stop grappling.|Screen data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}| |bottom }} | |||
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==See Also== | |||
== | *[[Grapple Lasso]] | ||
*[[Grapple Voltage]] | |||
*[[Hyper Grapple]] | |||
*[[Ship Grapple Beam]] | |||
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[[Category:Beams]] | [[Category:Beams]] |