Discover all of Mario's special attacks in Super Mario RPG (2023), including Jump, Fireball, and their upgraded forms. Learn unlock levels, FP costs, and effects.
Hey there! So, Mario's got a few tricks up his sleeve in Super Mario RPG, and they all revolve around his signature moves: Jump and Fireball. You start with the basic versions, but as you level up, you'll unlock some seriously powerful upgrades. Let's break down what Mario can do and when you'll get access to these awesome abilities.
Here's a look at all of Mario's special attacks:
| Special Attack | Level Unlock | Power | Effects | FP Cost |
| Jump | Default | 25 | Jump on an enemy’s head. Hit “A” as you land to do more damage. | 3 FP |
| Fireball | Lv. 3 | 20 | Repeatedly hit “A” to fill the wheel in the timed period. The more you hit “A” the more damage you’ll do. | 5 FP |
| Super Jump | Lv. 6 | 45 | Same as Jump but you can perform repeated jumps if you press “A” perfectly. | 7 FP |
| Super Fireball | Lv. 10 | 40 | Same as Fireball but a more powerful version. | 9 FP |
| Ultra Jump | Lv. 14 | 65 | Same as Super Jump but you jump on enemies randomly. | 11 FP |
| Ultra Fireball | Lv. 18 | 60 | A Fireball attack that targets all enemies. | 14 FP |
Jump Special Attacks
Mario's Jump attacks are your bread and butter early on. They're great for consistent damage, and if you're good at timing your button presses, you can really rack up the hits. Just a heads-up, though: some enemies, like Spikeys, are pretty resistant to jump attacks, so you might want to switch things up if you run into them. Grabbing the Jump Shoes from the Mushroom Kingdom Item Shop can help with this!
Here's a cool little secret: if you're a master of timing, you can even unlock some special armors by landing consecutive jumps. If you manage to land 30 jumps in a row using Super Jump, you'll get the Attack Scarf. Feeling really ambitious? Land 100 jumps and you'll snag the Super Suit! You'll want to find an enemy that can take a beating for these challenges, and a jump-resistant foe like a Spikey is perfect for practicing.
Fireball Attacks
When you're facing enemies weak to fire, Mario's Fireball attacks are your best bet. Even if they aren't weak to fire, these can still pack a punch! The key to dealing maximum damage with Fireball and its upgrades is to mash the 'A' button as fast as you can during the timed sequence. The quicker you are, the more the meter fills, and the more damage you'll dish out. If you're a fan of rapid button presses, you'll feel right at home with these!
The Ultra Fireball is a game-changer when you're up against a whole group of enemies. Just like Mallow's Thunderbolt, it can clear out multiple foes in one go, saving you a lot of trouble and FP in the long run!
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