[edit] Spike

A spike is a move which sends your opponent down FAST. Most spikes are cause by using a Down A in the air (Dair). Spikes are very effective way of killing someone if they are knocked off the stage, but can be incredibly risky at times.

Some of the characters who perform spikes are Toon Link, Link, Ganondorf, Princess Zelda, Captain Falcon, Mario, Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, Wolf, Fox, Falco, and Kirby.