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Part 17
Paper Mario: Sticker Star

Part 17

Paper Mario: Sticker Star Part 17 walkthrough: Find Eekhammers, Shiny Hammers, and more in the desert. Learn how to defeat the 5-Fold Paragoomba.

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Paper Mario: Sticker Star Part 17 walkthrough: Find Eekhammers, Shiny Hammers, and more in the desert. Learn how to defeat the 5-Fold Paragoomba.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Head east, collecting a [Hammer] from a sandy up-slope and a [Jump] along the wall.
  2. 2
    At the top of the hill, grab the [Worn-Out Jump].
  3. 3
    As you descend, collect two [Hopslipper] stickers and an [Eekhammer] from the foreground.
  4. 4
    Engage the Paragoombas in the background when prompted.
  5. 5
    Defeat the 5-Fold Paragoomba (40 HP) using powerful jump attacks. A Shiny Jump and Hopslipper combo with a perfect hit is effective.
  6. 6
    Receive a [Shiny Mushroom] from the Toad.
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    Optionally, defeat the Sombrero Guy and use paperization to reveal a hidden block containing a heart for any sticker placed.
  8. 8
    Take the eastern exit.
  9. 9
    Hammer the cactus for a 10HP heart if desired.
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    Navigate the quicksand, being mindful of slow movement and fast enemies. Hammer attacks are recommended against Pokeys.
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    Be aware that Sombrero Guys may join battles even if not initially part of the group.
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    On the other side, defeat the green Pokey (can be safely jumped on).
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    Ignore the Red Spiny Beetle, but grab the [Jump] along the back wall and the [Iron Jump] in the ?-Block farther east.
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    Deal with enemies in the sand. Head up and left to find a [Worn-Out Jump] and [Hammer] at the top, along with a covered area.
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    Uncover the Bowser tape to collect coins.
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    Head back right and grab the [Eekhammer].
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    Return to the sand and head east to a ?-Block. Hit it three times to obtain a [Hammer], [Shiny Hammer], and [Flashy Hammer].
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    Move to the area above, get the [Worn-Out Hammer], and proceed east.
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    Find the [Worn-Out Hammer] south and slightly below eye-level.
  20. 20
    Defeat the Spiny Beetle to the north.
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    Between two blocks, find a hidden ?-Block containing a [Shiny Jump].
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    Navigate the fast-moving quicksand with flying Pokeys. Head east as far as possible before entering the sand, then hop to the next dry land spot.
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    Reach the next safe spot with a Sombrero Guy, then proceed to the top area to defeat a wandering Pokey.
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    Collect the [Slaphammer] and [Worn-Out Jump] if desired.
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    Break south to dry land, then jump south to the sand flowing in the foreground.
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    Locate the first steppe with a ?-Block for a [Line Jump].
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    Further down, cacti spit coins. Head east.
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    To the far left is a [Slaphammer]. In the ?-Block cluster is a [Shiny Hopslipper], and above that is a [Jump].
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    Hop back up the downward-flowing sand to the top.
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    Hug the southern rail to find the Shiny Hopslipper block, hammer it, and collect stickers.
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    Locate the cacti at the bottom of the sandy hill and drop into the narrow stream of sand flowing between them to reach ruins.
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    In the ruins, collect the [Worn-Out Hammer] behind you.
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    To the left, find a [Hammer] on stairs. Climb up and use paperization to plaster a block.
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    Make your way right to find a [Jump], then move upwards.
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    A [Hammer] and a [Worn-Out Hammer] are around the corner to the left.
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    Jump down onto the created block and hammer the existing block for a [Worn-Out Jump], a [Jump], and a [Hopslipper].
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    Backtrack to the top of the hill to find a [Tablet Piece].
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    Proceed to the geyser and drop below to find two ?-Blocks containing a [Slaphammer] and a [Shiny Jump].
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    Ride the geyser back up.
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    Return to the top of the hill where you first fell to the lower area.
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    Head down the eastern slide along the northern edge.
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    Locate the dry land with a [Soda].
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    Slightly more easterly, paperize to find a block between brick blocks and upgrade any item.
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    To the south is a [Slaphammer].
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    Head out the northeastern exit.
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    Head north towards the HP-Up heart. Slip between two blocks and locate the ?-Block in the sand as the camera turns. Hit it for an [Iron Jump].
  47. 47
    Use the Iron Jump to reach the pyramid. The ?-Block in the northwestern corner contains a [Slaphammer].
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    Pass along the back of the pyramid, collecting coins on the lower level.
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    A [Hammer] is available below, but may not be worth the effort.
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    Jump up a level and collect coins.
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    Return to the front starting point.
  52. 52
    Head right and go up the center of the pyramid, collecting the [Worn-Out Jump] if desired.
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    Head left and ascend to the next level, collecting the [Hammer].
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    Head counterclockwise around the next level.
Tips
  • Hammer attacks are effective against Pokeys in quicksand.
  • The 5-Fold Paragoomba is a tough enemy requiring powerful attacks.
  • Paperization can reveal hidden blocks and items.
  • Be aware of environmental hazards like quicksand and flying enemies.

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