Fan Air Currents

Lore & Background

The mechanics also serve as a narrative device to illustrate the scale of the facilities Samus explores. The interaction with these currents often highlights the fragility of the environment; without proper protection or ability manipulation, the sheer force can injure Samus or push her into hazardous terrain.

In Their Own Story

A massive fan spun above, its blades a blur against the dim red lighting. As the ball hit the updraft, gravity seemed to lose its grip; she floated upward, suspended in the artificial wind, watching the industrial ceiling rush past until she could finally latch onto the ledge beyond.

Reader's Guide

To utilize Fan Air Currents effectively, players must first identify the direction of airflow. This is essential for reaching high platforms or hidden rooms that are otherwise inaccessible. If the fan generates a downdraft or if the player needs to stop mid-ascent, precise timing with the jump button or wall-jump mechanics may be required to maintain momentum without overshooting the target area. Players should note that standing directly under a fan while in normal form often results in damage or being pushed back.

Did You Know?

• A fan consists of rotating vanes or blades, generally made of wood, plastic, or metal, which act on the air.
• The rotating assembly of blades and hub is known as an impeller, rotor, or runner.
• Most fans are powered by electric motors, but other sources of power may be used, including hydraulic motors, handcranks, and internal combustion engines.
• Fans produce air flows with high volume and low pressure, as opposed to compressors which produce high pressures at a comparatively low volume.
• A fan blade will often rotate when exposed to an air-fluid stream, and devices that take advantage of this, such as anemometers and wind turbines, often have designs similar to that of a fan.