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==Appearance==
  
==Appearance==
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Sparkster is an opossum knight that wears blue armor, and wields a sword that can shoot energetic shots of fire. He wears goggles to protect his eyes during flight. He has a rocket pack on his back, and uses it for combat or for getting to places. Under the armor, Sparkster used to wear a type of tan suit, and then changed to black.
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Sparkster is an opossum knight that wears blue armor and wields a sword that can shoot energetic shots of fire. He wears goggles to protect his eyes during flight. He has a rocket pack on his back and uses it for combat or for getting to places. Under the armor, Sparkster used to wear a type of tan suit, and then changed to black.
   
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In the second game, Sparkster can obtain a legendary armor by collecting the six pieces of the sacred sword. In this form his armor turns gold, as he becomes stronger and his rocket charges faster. This form is necessary to obtain the game's true ending. It would reappear again in ''Rocket Knight'' as an unlockable skin.
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In the second game, Sparkster can obtain a legendary armor by collecting the six pieces of the sacred sword. In this form, his armor turns to gold, as he becomes stronger and his rocket charges faster. This form is necessary to obtain the game's true ending. It would reappear again in ''Rocket Knight'' as an unlockable skin.
   
 
==Personality==
  
==Personality==
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Sparkster is described as a very kind, humble, happy-go-lucky, and down-to-earth type of fellow.
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Not much to know about Sparkster's personality, as it isn't explored much within the series, though in manuals such as the ''[[Rocket Knight Adventures]]'' instruction manual describes him brave,<ref>[http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/rocketknight/images/b/b0/Rocket_Knight_Adventures_US_Manual.pdf/revision/latest?cb=20160905215055 Rocket Knight Adventures Instruction Manual, page 5]</ref> but also having a careless side which he can be easily fooled with such praise or flattery.<ref>[http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/rocketknight/images/b/b0/Rocket_Knight_Adventures_US_Manual.pdf/revision/latest?cb=20160905215055 Rocket Knight Adventures Instruction Manual, page 19]</ref>
  
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During his duties as leader of the [[Rocket Knights]], he doesn't hesitate to help everyone in need. Rejecting others is a strict 'no' for him, which earned him quite a big reputation as the savior of [[Zephyrus]] and [[Eginasem]]. However, he appears a little shy and can't really deal with any sort of flattery, which often resulted in him fleeing the scene whenever one of the princesses tried to thank him for his loyal deeds.
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Despite all of his positives, he also has a very serious side. His sense of justice is what keeps him going on to fence off any evil. May it be [[Devotindos Empire|Devotindos]], [[Gedol Empire|Gedol]], the [[Wolf Army]], or the [[Wolf Kingdom|Mountain Wolves]], he fulfills his mission no matter what will stand in his way.
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Especially his distaste and hatred for his nemesis, [[Axel Gear]], shows a rather hot-blooded side of him, as he will never forgive the ex-Rocket Knight's acts of treason, abduction of three princesses, theft of the [[Secret Book of Rocket Knights]], and the murder of his foster father, [[Mifune Sanjulo]].
   
 
==History==
  
==History==
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His life before the events of ''[[Rocket Knight Adventures]]'' is not explained in full detail.
  
His life before the events of ''[[Rocket Knight Adventures]]'' is not explained in full detail.
   
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He lost his parents during an unnamed war and was later adopted by [[Mifune Sanjulo]], a descendant of a long line of [[Rocket Knights]], and was trained to become a Rocket Knight himself.
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He lost his parents during an unnamed war and was later adopted by Mifune Sanjulo, a descendant of a long line of Rocket Knights, and was trained to become a Rocket Knight himself.
   
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[[Axel Gear]], a [[Black Knights|former Rocket Knight]], stole the [[Secret Book of Rocket Knights]] that was kept by Mifune Sanjulo, who was killed during the attempt of thievery. Since that day Sparkster seeks for a chance to avenge his father's death.
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Axel Gear, a [[Black Knights|former Rocket Knight]], stole the Secret Book of Rocket Knights that was kept by Mifune Sanjulo, who was killed during the attempt of thievery. Since that day Sparkster seeks a chance to avenge his father's death.
   
 
===Rocket Knight Adventures===
  
===Rocket Knight Adventures===
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After many years of peace, something was happening. The vile pig soldiers of the Devotindos Empire were invading Zephyrus! They attacked civilians, and raided the castle. Sparkster, without a moment to lose, jeted into action. He fought his way to the castle, only to find that Axel gear was kidnapping Princess Sherry! Sparkster tried to stop Axel, but it was no use. Axel got away with the princess in an airship. The extremely powerful blast of the engines blew Sparkster out into the mountains.
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After many years of peace, something was happening. The vile pig soldiers of the Devotindos Empire were invading Zephyrus! They attacked civilians and raided the castle. Sparkster, without a moment to lose, jetted into action. He fought his way to the castle, only to find that Axel gear was kidnapping Princess Sherry! Sparkster tried to stop Axel, but it was no use. Axel got away with the princess in an airship. The extremely powerful blast of the engines blew Sparkster out into the mountains.
   
 
===Sparkster: Rocket Knight Adventures 2===
  
===Sparkster: Rocket Knight Adventures 2===
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*''[[w:c:konami:Mitsumete Knight (video game)|Mitsumete Knight]]'' (1998)
  
*''[[w:c:konami:Mitsumete Knight (video game)|Mitsumete Knight]]'' (1998)
 
*''[[w:c:contra:Contra: Shattered Soldier|Contra: Shattered Soldier]]'' (2002)
  
*''[[w:c:contra:Contra: Shattered Soldier|Contra: Shattered Soldier]]'' (2002)
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*''[[w:c:konami:New International Track & Field|New International Track & Field]]'' (2008)
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*''[[w:c:konami:New International Track & Field|New International Track &amp; Field]]'' (2008)
 
*''[[w:c:konami:Krazy Kart Racing|Krazy Kart Racing]]'' (2009)
  
*''[[w:c:konami:Krazy Kart Racing|Krazy Kart Racing]]'' (2009)
 
*''[[w:c:konami:Pixel Puzzle Collection|Pixel Puzzle Collection]]'' (2018)
  
*''[[w:c:konami:Pixel Puzzle Collection|Pixel Puzzle Collection]]'' (2018)
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**This is the second time Sparkster was given a voice. He and ''Pierrot'' share the exact same voice actor: '''Kazuya Nakai'''. Sparkster's name wasn't listed within the Credits to (most likely) prevent spoilers.
  
**This is the second time Sparkster was given a voice. He and ''Pierrot'' share the exact same voice actor: '''Kazuya Nakai'''. Sparkster's name wasn't listed within the Credits to (most likely) prevent spoilers.
 
*In the book [https://sonic.fandom.com/wiki/Welcome_to_the_World_of_Sonic Welcome to the World of Sonic], Sparkster's name is mentioned in Tails' Trivia as option D.
  
*In the book [https://sonic.fandom.com/wiki/Welcome_to_the_World_of_Sonic Welcome to the World of Sonic], Sparkster's name is mentioned in Tails' Trivia as option D.
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*Sparkster's design has been slightly changed in the games:
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**In Rocket Knight Adventures he had brown hair, brown eyes, and tan fur.
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**In Sparkster: Rocket Knight Adventures 2 & Sparkster (SNES) he had blonde hair, blue eyes, and tan fur.
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***This design was often used during his cameo appearances.
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**In Rocket Knight he had brown hair, blue eyes, and tan fur.
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**Only his cameo role within ''[[w:c:konami:New International Track & Field|New International Track &amp; Field]]'' depicted him with blonde hair, brown eyes, and dark brown fur.
   
 
==References==
  
==References==

Revision as of 12:54, 14 September 2020

Sparkster (スパークスター Supākusutā) is the eponymous character and main protagonist of the Rocket Knight series. He fights through hordes of enemies and saved his homeland, the Kingdom of Zephyrus, multiple times.

Appearance

Sparkster is an opossum knight that wears blue armor and wields a sword that can shoot energetic shots of fire. He wears goggles to protect his eyes during flight. He has a rocket pack on his back and uses it for combat or for getting to places. Under the armor, Sparkster used to wear a type of tan suit, and then changed to black.

In the second game, Sparkster can obtain a legendary armor by collecting the six pieces of the sacred sword. In this form, his armor turns to gold, as he becomes stronger and his rocket charges faster. This form is necessary to obtain the game's true ending. It would reappear again in Rocket Knight as an unlockable skin.

Personality

Sparkster is described as a very kind, humble, happy-go-lucky, and down-to-earth type of fellow.

During his duties as leader of the Rocket Knights, he doesn't hesitate to help everyone in need. Rejecting others is a strict 'no' for him, which earned him quite a big reputation as the savior of Zephyrus and Eginasem. However, he appears a little shy and can't really deal with any sort of flattery, which often resulted in him fleeing the scene whenever one of the princesses tried to thank him for his loyal deeds.

Despite all of his positives, he also has a very serious side. His sense of justice is what keeps him going on to fence off any evil. May it be Devotindos, Gedol, the Wolf Army, or the Mountain Wolves, he fulfills his mission no matter what will stand in his way.

Especially his distaste and hatred for his nemesis, Axel Gear, shows a rather hot-blooded side of him, as he will never forgive the ex-Rocket Knight's acts of treason, abduction of three princesses, theft of the Secret Book of Rocket Knights, and the murder of his foster father, Mifune Sanjulo.

History

Prior to Rocket Knight Adventures

His life before the events of Rocket Knight Adventures is not explained in full detail.

He lost his parents during an unnamed war and was later adopted by Mifune Sanjulo, a descendant of a long line of Rocket Knights, and was trained to become a Rocket Knight himself.

Axel Gear, a former Rocket Knight, stole the Secret Book of Rocket Knights that was kept by Mifune Sanjulo, who was killed during the attempt of thievery. Since that day Sparkster seeks a chance to avenge his father's death.

Rocket Knight Adventures

After many years of peace, something was happening. The vile pig soldiers of the Devotindos Empire were invading Zephyrus! They attacked civilians and raided the castle. Sparkster, without a moment to lose, jetted into action. He fought his way to the castle, only to find that Axel gear was kidnapping Princess Sherry! Sparkster tried to stop Axel, but it was no use. Axel got away with the princess in an airship. The extremely powerful blast of the engines blew Sparkster out into the mountains.

Sparkster: Rocket Knight Adventures 2

Coming Soon.

Sparkster (SNES)

In the alternate continuity of the Rocket Knight series, Sparkster was ordered to save Princess Flora who was captured by Axel Gear, who is aiding Generalissimo Lioness's Army.

Rocket Knight (2010)

Coming Soon.

Game Appearances

Cameo Appearances

Other Appearances

Trivia

  • During Sparkster's development he was originally named "Blaster".[1]
  • The Japanese Commercial for Rocket Knight Adventures is the first time that Sparkster was presented with a voice.
  • Sparkster is the only character so far in the Rocket Knight series to appear outside of his games through cameos and a few playable roles.
    • He not only poses as a Secret Boss in Mitsumete Knight, he also runs a Secret Shop if you manage to beat him (New Game+).
    • This is the second time Sparkster was given a voice. He and Pierrot share the exact same voice actor: Kazuya Nakai. Sparkster's name wasn't listed within the Credits to (most likely) prevent spoilers.
  • In the book Welcome to the World of Sonic, Sparkster's name is mentioned in Tails' Trivia as option D.
  • Sparkster's design has been slightly changed in the games:
    • In Rocket Knight Adventures he had brown hair, brown eyes, and tan fur.
    • In Sparkster: Rocket Knight Adventures 2 & Sparkster (SNES) he had blonde hair, blue eyes, and tan fur.
      • This design was often used during his cameo appearances.
    • In Rocket Knight he had brown hair, blue eyes, and tan fur.
    • Only his cameo role within New International Track & Field depicted him with blonde hair, brown eyes, and dark brown fur.

References

  1. ↑ Initial concept drawing of Sparkster (Rocket Knight)
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