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|name = Thwomp
|name = Thwomp
|image = [[File:Thwomp Mario U.png|240px]]
|image = [[File:Thwomp Mario U.png|240px]]
|caption = [[File:MarioSymbol.svg|50px|class=invert]]<br>Thwomp's artwork from ''New Super Mario Bros. U''
|caption = [[File:MarioSymbol.svg|50px|class=invert-dark]]<br>Thwomp's artwork from ''New Super Mario Bros. U''
|universe = {{uv|Mario}}
|universe = {{uv|Mario}}
|firstgame = ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Bros. 3}}'' (1988)
|firstgame = ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Bros. 3}}'' (1988)
|games = ''[[Melee]]''<br>''[[Brawl]]''<br>''[[SSB4]]''<br>''[[Ultimate]]''
|games = ''[[Melee]]''<br>''[[Brawl]]''<br>''[[SSB4]]''<br>''[[Ultimate]]''
|lastappearance = ''{{s|mariowiki|Mario Party Superstars}}'' (2021)
|lastappearance = ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Party Jamboree}}'' (2024)
|console = Nintendo Entertainment System
|console     = Nintendo Entertainment System
|homeworld    = Mushroom Kingdom
|homeworld    = Mushroom Kingdom
|creator      = [[Shigeru Miyamoto]]
|creator      = [[Shigeru Miyamoto]]
|artist      = Shigeru Miyamoto
|artist      = Shigeru Miyamoto
|species = Thwomp
|species = Thwomp
|gender = Genderless
|interwiki    = mariowiki
|interwiki    = mariowiki
|interwikiname = Super Mario Wiki
|interwikiname = Super Mario Wiki
|interwikipage = Thwomp
|interwikipage = Thwomp
}}
}}
'''Thwomp''' ({{ja|ドッスン|Dossun}}, ''Dossun'') is an enemy from the {{uv|Mario}} series.
'''Thwomps''' ({{ja|ドッスン|Dossun}}, ''Dossun'') are [[enemy|enemies]] from the {{uv|Mario}} series.


==Origin==
==Origin==
Thwomps are recurring ''Mario'' enemies, debuting in ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Bros. 3}}''. They hang in the air, and when players passes under them they try to crush them by falling. They are often found in castle levels and have a variety of subspecies such as Thwimps, Tox Boxes and Whomps.
Thwomps made their debut in ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Bros. 3}}'' as a recurring enemy, and has become a recurring enemy in later ''Mario'' games. They are rock-like enemies known for their stone faces. They normally remain stationary in the air, but when they are approached by the player, they attack by falling on anyone attempting to pass underneath them. They are often found in castle levels and have a variety of subspecies such as {{s|mariowiki|Thwimp}}s, {{s|mariowiki|Tox Box}}es, and {{s|mariowiki|Whomp}}s.


==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
One of Kirby's possible [[Stone]] transformations is based on a Thwomp, using the blue design from ''Super Mario 64''. A Thwomp also appears as a trophy using its main design which originates from ''Super Mario Bros. 3''.
===As a moveset element===
Thwomp appears as one of Kirby's possible [[Stone]] transformations, based on its blue design from ''Super Mario 64''.
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===Trophy===
===Trophy===
[[File:Thwomp Trophy Melee.png|100px|thumb|left|Thwomp trophy in ''Melee''.]]
The Thwomp trophy uses its main design from ''Super Mario Bros. 3''.
;Thwomp
{{Trophy
:''Thwomps spend most of their time suspended in midair, waiting. When Mario passes below, they crash down with amazing speed. As you may guess from their appearance, they're heavy and solid enough to make any attack on them futile. Small ones are called Thwimps: despite their weight, they often form groups and bounce around.''
|name=Thwomp
::Super Mario Bros. 3 (2/90)
|image=Thwomp Trophy Melee.png
|desc=Thwomps spend most of their time suspended in midair, waiting. When Mario passes below, they crash down with amazing speed. As you may guess from their appearance, they're heavy and solid enough to make any attack on them futile. Small ones are called Thwimps: despite their weight, they often form groups and bounce around.
|gamelist={{Trophy games|game1=Super Mario Bros. 3|release1=2/90}}
|game=Melee
}}
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
As in ''Melee'', one of Kirby's possible [[Stone]] transformations is the ''Super Mario 64'' Thwomp design.
===As a moveset element===
The ''Super Mario 64'' Thwomp returns as one of Kirby's possible Stone transformations.
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
Thwomp appears yet again as one of Kirby's possible [[Stone]] transformations; however, its design is now based on more modern ''Mario'' games.
===As a moveset element===
Thwomp returns as one of Kirby's possible Stone transformations, its design has been updated to look closer to its appearance in modern ''Mario'' games.
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===Trophy===
===Trophy===
The Thwomp trophy is exclusive to {{for3ds}}.
The Thwomp trophy is exclusive to {{for3ds}}.
{{Trophy
|name=Thwomp
|image=ThwompTrophy3DS.png
|desc-ntsc=You can't reason with a Thwomp. If you get close enough to try, it will just drop down to block your path. In fact, you can count on Thwomps to always do exactly that—they've gotten really good at it. A Koopa I know swears they work great as a home-security system...
|desc-pal=Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a Thwomp of your own? If anyone tried to break into your house, it would just go "THWOMP!" right on their head. Yep, a Thwomp would make a great home-security system. Unfortunately, they're not available in shops. Sad times.
|game=ssb4-3ds
}}
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[[File:ThwompTrophy3DS.png|thumb|left|100px|Thwomp trophy in ''For 3DS''.]]
==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
;Thwomp
===As a moveset element===
:{{Flag|North America}} ''You can't reason with a Thwomp. If you get close enough to try, it will just drop down to block your path. In fact, you can count on Thwomps to always do exactly that—they've gotten really good at it. A Koopa I know swears they work great as a home-security system...''
The modern ''Mario'' Thwomp returns as one of Kirby's possible Stone transformations.
:{{Flag|Europe}} ''Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a Thwomp of your own? If anyone tried to break into your house, it would just go "THWOMP!" right on their head. Yep, a Thwomp would make a great home-security system. Unfortunately, they're not available in shops. Sad times.''
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==In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
===As an [[Assist Trophy]]===
===As an [[Assist Trophy]]===
[[File:Thwomp SSBU.jpg|thumb|The Thwomp Assist Trophy falling on {{SSBU|Inkling}} in ''Ultimate''.]]
[[File:Thwomp SSBU.jpg|thumb|left|The Thwomp Assist Trophy falling on {{SSBU|Inkling}} in ''Ultimate''.]]
Thwomp makes its debut as an [[Assist Trophy]]. It behaves exactly as it does in ''Mario'' platformer games: it hangs in the air, and falls down when characters pass under it. However, unlike the games it appears from, Thwomp will teleport to a different part of the stage if unactivated for a while. [[Training Mode]] describes the Assist Trophy: ''Squishes opponents caught beneath it. Can't be KO'd.''
Thwomp debuts as an Assist Trophy. It was revealed during the [[Nintendo Direct#Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct (November 1, 2018)|''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' Direct in November 1, 2018]].


Notably, the Thwomp itself is solid and cannot be passed through, but cannot be stood on, as players will just be forced to the side should anyone attempt to fall onto one. Touching one at rest does no damage as the Thwomp's hitbox only manifests at its underside while it is falling.
During the reveal trailer, Thwomp is first seen attacking and launching {{SSBU|Kirby}}, who attacked {{SSBU|Snake}} using his Thwomp Stone transformation on the [[Garden of Hope]] stage. The Thwomp is next seen on the same stage at its center pitfall, falling and failing to damage {{SSBU|Mario}} as he crosses the gap, but succeeding in attacking {{SSBU|Luigi}}.


The Thwomp can't appear on [[3D Land]], [[Big Blue]], [[Dream Land GB]], [[Great Plateau Tower]], [[King of Fighters Stadium]], [[Mario Bros.]], [[Mishima Dojo]], [[Mushroomy Kingdom]], [[Pac-Land]], [[Rainbow Cruise]], [[Summit]], and [[Wrecking Crew]].
As an Assist Trophy, Thwomp teleports near or above a nearby opponent. It hangs in the air and falls down when an opponent passes under it, falling through any [[soft platform]] beneath it and dealing 32% [[damage]] and 10 [[shield damage]]. Touching one at rest deals 7%. Unlike its game appearances, however, the Thwomp will teleport to a different part of the stage if left stationary. The Thwomp has a high [[jostle]] priority, making it very difficult to pass through without [[dodging]]. While Thwomp can't hurt its summoner, it will still push them out of the way and attacks will [[clang]] against it.


As in ''SSB4'', the modern Thwomp design appears as one of Kirby's possible [[Stone]] transformations.
[[Training Mode]] describes the Thwomp Assist Trophy: ''Squishes opponents caught beneath it. Can't be KO'd.'' They cannot be summoned on the [[3D Land]], [[Big Blue]], [[Dream Land GB]], [[Great Plateau Tower]], [[King of Fighters Stadium]], [[Mario Bros.]], [[Mishima Dojo]], [[Mushroomy Kingdom]], [[Pac-Land]], [[Rainbow Cruise]], [[Summit]], and [[Wrecking Crew]] stages.
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===Spirit===
===Spirit===
Thwomp also appears as an Advanced-class [[support spirit]].  
Thwomp also appears as an Advanced-class [[support spirit]]. It can be [[summon]]ed using the cores of {{h2|List of spirits (Pikmin series)|Rock Pikmin}} and {{h2|List of spirits (Kirby series)|Rocky}}.
 
Thwomp can be summoned using the cores of {{h2|List of spirits (Pikmin series)|Rock Pikmin}} and {{h2|List of spirits (Kirby series)|Rocky}}.


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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Thwomp's Assist Trophy reveal is very similar to {{SSBU|King K. Rool}}'s fighter reveal. While {{SSBU|King Dedede}} was disguised as K. Rool, only to get smacked by him later, Kirby follows suit by using Stone to take the form of Thwomp, only to get hit by a real one.
*Despite Thwomps having a singular voice clip from ''Super Mario 64'', which is reused throughout the ''Mario'' series, they remain mute in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'', possibly to reflect their appearance in the ''New Super Mario Bros.'' series, where they are consistently mute.
*Thwomp's Assist Trophy reveal is very similar to {{SSBU|King K. Rool}} and {{SSBU|Banjo & Kazooie}}'s fighter reveals. While {{SSBU|King Dedede}} and {{SSBU|Duck Hunt}} were disguised as K. Rool and Banjo and Kazooie respectively, only to get smacked by them later, Kirby follows suit by using Stone to take the form of Thwomp, only to get hit by a real one.


{{AssistTrophies}}
{{AssistTrophies}}

Latest revision as of 09:32, October 17, 2024

Thwomp
Thwomp Mario U.png
MarioSymbol.svg
Thwomp's artwork from New Super Mario Bros. U
Universe Mario
Debut Super Mario Bros. 3 (1988)
Smash Bros. appearances Melee
Brawl
SSB4
Ultimate
Most recent non-Smash appearance Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)
Console/platform of origin Nintendo Entertainment System
Species Thwomp
Gender Genderless
Place of origin Mushroom Kingdom
Created by Shigeru Miyamoto
Designed by Shigeru Miyamoto
Article on Super Mario Wiki Thwomp

Thwomps (ドッスン, Dossun) are enemies from the Mario series.

Origin[edit]

Thwomps made their debut in Super Mario Bros. 3 as a recurring enemy, and has become a recurring enemy in later Mario games. They are rock-like enemies known for their stone faces. They normally remain stationary in the air, but when they are approached by the player, they attack by falling on anyone attempting to pass underneath them. They are often found in castle levels and have a variety of subspecies such as Thwimps, Tox Boxes, and Whomps.

In Super Smash Bros. Melee[edit]

As a moveset element[edit]

Thwomp appears as one of Kirby's possible Stone transformations, based on its blue design from Super Mario 64.

Trophy[edit]

The Thwomp trophy uses its main design from Super Mario Bros. 3.

Thwomp's trophy in Melee
Thwomp
Thwomps spend most of their time suspended in midair, waiting. When Mario passes below, they crash down with amazing speed. As you may guess from their appearance, they're heavy and solid enough to make any attack on them futile. Small ones are called Thwimps: despite their weight, they often form groups and bounce around.
Super Mario Bros. 3 (2/90)

In Super Smash Bros. Brawl[edit]

As a moveset element[edit]

The Super Mario 64 Thwomp returns as one of Kirby's possible Stone transformations.

In Super Smash Bros. 4[edit]

As a moveset element[edit]

Thwomp returns as one of Kirby's possible Stone transformations, its design has been updated to look closer to its appearance in modern Mario games.

Trophy[edit]

The Thwomp trophy is exclusive to Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS.

Thwomp
NTSC You can't reason with a Thwomp. If you get close enough to try, it will just drop down to block your path. In fact, you can count on Thwomps to always do exactly that—they've gotten really good at it. A Koopa I know swears they work great as a home-security system...
PAL Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a Thwomp of your own? If anyone tried to break into your house, it would just go "THWOMP!" right on their head. Yep, a Thwomp would make a great home-security system. Unfortunately, they're not available in shops. Sad times.

In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]

As a moveset element[edit]

The modern Mario Thwomp returns as one of Kirby's possible Stone transformations.

As an Assist Trophy[edit]

The Thwomp Assist Trophy falling on Inkling in Ultimate.

Thwomp debuts as an Assist Trophy. It was revealed during the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct in November 1, 2018.

During the reveal trailer, Thwomp is first seen attacking and launching Kirby, who attacked Snake using his Thwomp Stone transformation on the Garden of Hope stage. The Thwomp is next seen on the same stage at its center pitfall, falling and failing to damage Mario as he crosses the gap, but succeeding in attacking Luigi.

As an Assist Trophy, Thwomp teleports near or above a nearby opponent. It hangs in the air and falls down when an opponent passes under it, falling through any soft platform beneath it and dealing 32% damage and 10 shield damage. Touching one at rest deals 7%. Unlike its game appearances, however, the Thwomp will teleport to a different part of the stage if left stationary. The Thwomp has a high jostle priority, making it very difficult to pass through without dodging. While Thwomp can't hurt its summoner, it will still push them out of the way and attacks will clang against it.

Training Mode describes the Thwomp Assist Trophy: Squishes opponents caught beneath it. Can't be KO'd. They cannot be summoned on the 3D Land, Big Blue, Dream Land GB, Great Plateau Tower, King of Fighters Stadium, Mario Bros., Mishima Dojo, Mushroomy Kingdom, Pac-Land, Rainbow Cruise, Summit, and Wrecking Crew stages.

Spirit[edit]

Thwomp also appears as an Advanced-class support spirit. It can be summoned using the cores of Rock Pikmin and Rocky.

No. Image Name Type Class Cost Ability Series
52
SSBU spirit Thwomp.png
Thwomp
Support
★★ 2 Weapon Resist ↑ Super Mario Series

Gallery[edit]

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese ドッスン Onomatopoeia for crushing
UK English Thwomp
France French (PAL) Thwomp
Quebec French (NTSC) Ka-Bang
Germany German Steinblock Stone Block
Spain Spanish (PAL) Roca Picuda Spiky Rock
Mexico Spanish (NTSC) Don Pisotón Mr. Stomp
Italy Italian Twomp
China Chinese 咚咚 Onomatopoeia for thumping
South Korea Korean 쿵쿵 Thud
Netherlands Dutch Thwomp
Russia Russian Бамс Onomatopoeia for hitting the ground

Trivia[edit]

  • Despite Thwomps having a singular voice clip from Super Mario 64, which is reused throughout the Mario series, they remain mute in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, possibly to reflect their appearance in the New Super Mario Bros. series, where they are consistently mute.
  • Thwomp's Assist Trophy reveal is very similar to King K. Rool and Banjo & Kazooie's fighter reveals. While King Dedede and Duck Hunt were disguised as K. Rool and Banjo and Kazooie respectively, only to get smacked by them later, Kirby follows suit by using Stone to take the form of Thwomp, only to get hit by a real one.