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Palooka Dodge and Counter Strategies

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Palooka is an Enemy located at Skorcheen Island in Mario & Luigi: Brothership. Read on to learn how to beat Palooka, location, attack patterns, and how to counter Palooka's attacks.

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Palooka Overview

Palooka Location and Level

Enemy Information
PalookaPalooka
Location ・Skorcheen Island
Level First Encountered 24
Best Option to Attack With Either Hammer or Jump Attacks

Palooka Dodge and Counter Tips

Strategy Against Palooka

During Palooka's attack where it initially has its guard up, it's best not to do anything until it drops its guard to avoid being hit due to missed timing.

Attack Pattern 1

Palooka jumps in front of you and charges up a punch, progressively increasing in speed until it lands on you.
How to Dodge This attack cannot be dodged.
How to Counter Hit Palooka five times with your hammer to damage it and stop the attack.

Attack Pattern 2

Palooka will jump in front with its arms guarding its face, then lands a punch.
How to Dodge This attack cannot be dodged.
How to Counter Wait for Palooka to drop its guard and prepare to punch. Use this opening to attack it with your hammer.

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