King K. Rool has many traits of a typical super-heavyweight: powerful attacks, long range, and below average mobility. However, he also has several defining traits that set him apart from other heavyweight characters, including two projectiles, a long distance recovery, and (most notably) Belly Super Armor. This mechanic gives some of King K. Rool's attacks super armor for varying durations, allowing him to block attacks and win more exchanges than normally possible.