Transformation

In the Kirby series, transformations are forms that Kirby can take that change his appearance and abilities. These differ from his usual Copy Abilities in that he does not need to inhale any enemies to gain them, and rather than changing color or gaining a hat, his entire body is changed into a different form. Transformations first appeared in Kirby's Epic Yarn and have since appeared in Kirby and the Rainbow Curse as well. Transformations have so far appeared only in games where Kirby does not have access to his usual Copy Abilities.

Basic Transformations
Kirby can transform into these forms at will as a result of consuming Yin-Yarn's metamato. These forms do not require a metamortex.

Super Transformations
Kirby takes on one of these forms after touching a Metamortex. The Tankbot, Off-Roader and Spin Boarder forms have two players sharing control, with the one who grabbed the Metamortex taking on the form and the other player providing support, while all the other forms have Kirby and Prince Fluff transforming separately and giving players independent control. The train form is the one special case where players take turns drawing tracks, but Kirby and Prince Fluff share the same train. In alphabetical order: