Bounce Attack

Bounce Attack, known in Japan as Bound Attack, was originally a variation of 's down special move when used in midair in Super Smash Flash 2. Originating in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (in the form of a power-up — the aqua shield), Sonic would curl into his ball form, rocket downwards, and strike the ground with force, propelling him back into the air. In the air, it was a stall-then-fall attack. If it came in contact with an aerial opponent, it would be powerfully meteor smashed. However, it was dangerous to use off-stage because Sonic would not stop until he hits an opponent. Also, Sonic did not bounce off of aerial opponents if the move connected with them, but he would be able to jump out of the animation and recover. Sonic could also grab ledges during the move. It would not make Sonic bounce off a Smash Ball. It was removed entirely in Beta.