Editing Lock-On

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'''Lock-On''' is a targeting mechanism in the ''{{c|Kingdom Hearts|series}}'' series, present in all fully three-dimensional games. While the player will automatically attack the closest available target, Lock-On allows the player to permanently target a single enemy or attackable object, typically signified by the tan targeting reticle turning blue. While locked on to an enemy or an object, the camera will automatically move to follow the target. 

In a number of games, there are [[Ability|abilities]] that assist or enhance the targeting and Lock-On features. These include '''[[Scan]]''', '''[[Magic Lock-On]]''', '''Range Extender''', '''Auto-Lock''', and '''[[Multilock]]'''.

==Mechanics==
Lock-On is always available by default.

In ''Kingdom Hearts'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by tapping {{button|r1}}. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by pressing {{button|r2}} or {{button|l2}}. A "Lock On!" banner will appear in the top left corner when locked on, displacing the enemy's HP gauge slightly. The lock-on reticle also indicates if the enemy is within range for long-range spells such as Thunder or Gravity. While remaining locked-on to a target, Sora is unable to exit a room when he runs towards a nearby exit until he disengages it.

In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by tapping {{button|r2}} during battle only. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by holding {{button|r2}} and moving {{button|rana}}.

In ''[[Kingdom Hearts II]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by tapping {{button|r1}}. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by holding {{button|r2}} and moving {{button|rana}}.

In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by double-tapping {{button|shoulderR}}. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by tapping {{button|shoulderR}}.

In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by tapping {{button|shoulderL}} and {{button|shoulderR}} at the same time. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by tapping {{button|shoulderL}} or {{button|shoulderR}}. In the ''[[Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX]]'' version of ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final Mix]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated or by tapping {{button|r1}}. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by pressing {{button|l1}}. The deflected projectiles will always aim at an opponent that is locked on. The target is automatically switched if during a multi-hit physical command, that command finished the current target off before its final hit.

In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by tapping {{button|shoulderL}} and {{button|shoulderR}} at the same time. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by holding {{button|shoulderL}} and {{button|shoulderR}} while using the {{button|switchplus}}. While in [[side-scrolling]] areas, [[Data-Sora]] can lock on to a maximum of five enemies at a time rather than one.

In ''[[Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by tapping {{button|shoulderL}} and {{button|shoulderR}} at the same time, or by tapping {{button|switchzr}}<ref>Requires a Circle Pad Pro accessory or a New 3DS system.</ref>. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by tapping {{button|shoulderL}} or {{button|shoulderR}}. In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by tapping {{button|r1}}. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by holding {{button|r1}} and moving {{button|lana}}. While locked-on to an enemy, blocking another opponent's attack successfully will automatically have the target temporarily switched on to them. Using [[Shadow Slide]] automatically activates Lock-On on the attacked target. Targets cannot be switched during a multi-hit physical command, even if that command finished the current target off before its final hit.

In ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'', Lock-On is activated and deactivated by tapping {{button|r1}}. Targets can be switched while in Lock-On by pressing {{button|r2}}.

==Range Extender==
{{nihongo|'''Range Extender'''|レンジアップ|Renji Appu|lit. "Range Up"}} is an ability in ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]''. It is found as an [[Ability Panel]]. It allows the user to lock onto enemies even if they are far away.

===Learning Range Extender===
====''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''====
*[[File:Range Extender KHD.png]] '''Range Extender''' can be purchased for 1200 [[Heart Points]] once Roxas is promoted to Rookie rank.

==Auto-Lock==
{{nihongo|'''Auto-Lock'''|オートロックオン|Ōto Rokku On|lit. "Auto Lock-On"}} is an ability in ''[[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days]]''. It is found as an [[Ability Panel]]. It allows the user to automatically lock on to available targets while attacking.

===Learning Auto-Lock===
====''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''====
*[[File:Auto-Lock KHD.png]] '''Auto-Lock''' can be purchased for 960 Heart Points once Roxas is promoted to Agent rank.

==Other appearances==
===''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''===
In ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'', pressing or holding the special move button while using [[Sonic Blade]] allows Sora to home in on the nearest opponent within range, indicated by the ''Kingdom Hearts'' lock-on reticle appearing on their person.

==See also==
*[[Magic Lock-On]]

==Notes and references==
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[[Category:Kingdom Hearts II abilities]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories abilities]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days abilities]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep abilities]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts coded abilities]]
[[Category:Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance abilities]]
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