Leaf Shield

Leaf Shield is a special move used by Mega Man in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS / Wii U originally appearing as Wood Man's special weapon in Mega Man 2. It can be used by holding down on the control stick and pressing the special attack button. When used, Mega Man creates a barrier of four leaves around himself that can protect him for a limited time. Like in the game of origin, Mega Man can also throw the shield to attack opponents. When the barrier is attacked, the leaves disappear one at a time.

The first custom variant of this move is Skull Barrier, Skull Man's special weapon in Mega Man 4. When this move is used, Mega Man creates a barrier of flaming skulls that reflect projectiles, though the barrier does not last as long. The second variant is Plant Barrier, the weapon obtained from Plant Man in Mega Man 6; Mega Man creates a barrier of petals around him that provide greater defense, though it does not travel as far when thrown.