Showstopper Timing and How to Unlock

Showstopper is a special Crystal Star move in Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (TTYD). Read on to learn about the effects of Showstopper, its SP cost, and how to time its Action Command!

Showstopper Details

Showstopper Effect and Target

How to Unlock Showstopper

Get the Garnet Star in Chapter 6

Mario gains access to Showstopper after obtaining the Garnet Star in Chapter 6. This also increases Mario's SP gauge, bringing his maximum SP up to 7.

Chapter 6: 3 Days of Excess Walkthrough

Showstopper Action Command Timing

Press the Buttons Shown on Screen

The Action Command for Showstopper requires the player to press the correct buttons in order following the button sequence shown on the screen. The more completed button sequences, the better your chances of instantly defeating all enemies.

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