In this episode of Game Theory, MatPat discusses a change in direction from exploring Kirby's lore to examining the science behind his abilities. He addresses community feedback on his previous theory about Kirby being a threat and recommends another creator, Meteor, for deeper lore analysis. The main focus shifts to the science of Kirby's flying ability, debunking the idea that he flies by inhaling air and proposing that his flight is due to increased drag force when he puffs up, similar to a parachute. MatPat also touches on King Dedede's ability to fly through similar means after training inspired by Kirby.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The host of the video, MatPat, is discussing the science behind Kirby's ability to fly.
2. Kirby's copy ability was not part of his debut game, Kirby's Dream Land, but was introduced in Kirby's Adventure for the Nintendo Entertainment System.
3. Kirby's ability to fly is not due to inhaling air, as this would make him heavier, not lighter.
4. The instruction manual for Kirby's Dream Land states that Kirby can fly by taking in a big gulp of air and pressing up on the control pad.
5. Air has mass and weight, which is why it's clustered around the Earth in the atmosphere.
6. The drag force of air can slow down objects, such as a feather or a parachute.
7. The calculation for drag force is complex and depends on various factors, including the density of the air, viscosity, and compressibility.
8. By inflating himself, Kirby increases his exposed horizontal area, which increases the drag force acting on his body, allowing him to fall slower.
9. King Dedede, a character in the Kirby series, has also learned to fly by poofing himself up, similar to Kirby.
10. The trophy description for King Dedede in Super Smash Brothers Melee mentions that he can fly by sucking in air, similar to Kirby.
11. The host, MatPat, believes that Kirby's ability to fly is due to the drag force of air, rather than any supernatural or magical power.