Learn all about Bowser's powerful special attacks in Super Mario RPG (2023), including Terrorize, Poison Gas, Crusher, and Mechakoopa Stomp. Discover unlock levels, FP costs, and how to maximize their damage!
Alright, let's dive into Bowser's unique toolkit in Super Mario RPG (2023)! He's got some pretty wild special attacks that can really shake up a fight. We'll go through each one, what it does, and when you'll unlock it. Think of it as Bowser bringing his A-game, but with a bit of a flair!
List of all Bowser’s Special Attacks
| Special Attack | Level Unlock | Power | Effects | FP Cost |
| Terrorize | Default | 10 | Damages all enemies and an additional 90% chance to inflict fear. Spin the left analogue stick to fill the wheel to increase the damage (does not increase chance of fear). | 10 FP |
| Poison Gas | Lv. 12 | 20 | Damages all enemies and an additional 90% chance to inflict fear. Spin the left analogue stick to fill the wheel to increase the damage (does not increase chance of poison). | 10 FP |
| Crusher | Lv. 15 | 60 | Damages one chosen enemy. Press “A” right after the rock erupts from the ground to deal increased damage. | 12 FP |
| Mechakoopa Stomp | Lv. 18 | 58 | Damages all enemies and the damage increases the quicker you press “A” to fill the wheel. | 16 FP |
Terrorize and Poison Gas
These two are pretty similar in how they work. They hit all enemies on the screen, and both have a solid 90% chance to inflict a status effect. Terrorize will inflict Fear, which is super handy because it cuts the enemy's attack and defense in half! Poison Gas, on the other hand, will have enemies taking extra damage each turn for a few turns. You can boost the damage of both by quickly spinning the left analogue stick to fill up that meter when prompted. While they're not always your go-to moves, they're great for clearing out groups of weaker enemies or debuffing tougher ones. Just remember, spinning that stick is key to getting the most out of them!
When you use Terrorize, get ready for a giant Boo to pop out and scare everyone! For Poison Gas, a spooky cloud of poison will fill the screen.
Crusher
If you need to focus down a single tough enemy, Crusher is your move. It deals a serious chunk of damage to one target. The trick to making it even more powerful is timing your 'A' button press just as the giant rock bursts from the ground. Keep an eye on the '!' exclamation mark that pops up above Bowser's head – that's your cue for the perfect hit!
A huge rock pillar will burst from the ground to deal damage to one enemy.
Mechakoopa Stomp
This one's a bit more fun and flashy! Mechakoopa Stomp summons a giant Mechakoopa toy to stomp all over the enemy team. To get the most bang for your buck with this attack, you'll want to mash the 'A' button as fast as you can to fill that meter. The quicker you fill it, the more damage it'll do!
The Mechakoopa is a nostalgic minion of Bowser’s that can be found in a variety of Mario games.
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