Learn how to use the Star item in Mario Kart Wii, which grants invincibility and speed for about eight seconds.
Position Received: 6th-12th place.
How to use: Press L to activate the Star. This makes you invincible, grants extra speed, and removes terrain slowdown. While active, you can drive into other karts and through obstacles without consequence. Take advantage of shortcuts and cutting corners, as you will not slow down. A Star lasts approximately eight seconds.
Defending Against: If you see an opponent using a Star, they will appear brightly multi-coloured. Being hit by a Star will throw you to the side and destroy your item, similar to being hit by a Bullet Bill. Dive out of the way as best as you can. You cannot use shells or other items against a Star-powered opponent; you must wait for the effect to end.
- Use the Star to ram opponents and clear obstacles.
- Take advantage of shortcuts and cutting corners while invincible.
- When defending against a Star, focus on evasion as items are ineffective.
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