History Awesome / MarioAndLuigiDreamTeam

* Popple, while still a funny and interesting character, TookALevelInJerkass here. He forbids the bros to pass an area they need to pass since he mistakes a peaceful Wiggler for a security guard, forces them to fight the Wiggler with him, and is not only useless in the Wiggler fight, but a ''hindrance''. And then he betrays them. What follows is probably the second greatest example of CarthasisFactor in the game, as Popple is much easier than the Wiggler.

* And you have to give Antasma this. [[spoiler:Bowser's double-crossed him. His plans have been practically flushed down the toilet in one clawing stroke. He could've taken the opportunity to run, but he doesn't. Instead he stands his ground and challenges Dreambert to a duel, the two proving to be equally match. Their fight then moves to the Dream World where Antasma, who's powers are greatly amplified, [[CurbStompBattle curb stomps]] him. When Mario steps in to fight in his place, Antasma buckles down and fights the plumber with everything he has. Yes, he lost like all of Mario's adversaries, but you can't say he didn't go out fighting.]]

* In the scene right before the final battle, [[spoiler:Bowser starts using the Dream Stone and gloats about how he'll destroy the Bros., when Peach and Starlow use Wish Power to just stop him in his tracks and destroy the Dream Stone! Sure, Bowser just swallows the Dream Stone shards, but when you think of it, this means that Peach and Starlow's Wish Power is more powerful than the Dream Stone!]]

* The way you [[spoiler: initiate the last Giant Luigi boss battle.]] Usually, Luigi is scared. [[spoiler: In the battle versus Giant Bowser, Luigi pulls the cap over his eyes and smirks with confidence. Also, Dreamy Luigi is the one effectively "Let's beat Bowser!" Mario is momentarily surprised by his brother's confidence but they both clasp hands and Dreamy Luigi grows with the words in the background saying things like "Do my best!" and "My big bro!"]] It's pretty heart-warming too at that point.

* The BigBad, Antasma, is a nightmare. So what do they make it look like? Most of the major Mario RPG antagonists.

* A more subtle one: Right before Earthwake attacks, Pi'illoper tells the bros how strong and horrifying it is... and also mentions the word gigantic. During the conversation, Mario looks back at Luigi... who simply nods, realizing what will happen and bravely accepting the challenge.

*** [[spoiler:[[ThatOneAttack Or teeth-clenching rage]], [[ScrappyMechanic as not a lot of people remember the Border Jump fondly...]]]]

* [[spoiler:Giant Luigi vs Giant Bowser.]] It's easily much the best giant boss in the series, made better by the fact you're actually taking down [[spoiler:Bowser's dream self]], so in other words basically countering his ultimate wish fulfillment. About six or seven phases of attacks, tons of clever ways to counter attacks, a surprise twist finale at the end, great music, and much more make it a fantastic battle, albeit a difficult one.

* Giant Luigi vs Giant Bowser. It's pretty much the best giant boss in the series, made better by the fact you're actually taking down Bowser's dream self, so in other words basically countering his ultimate wish fulfillment. About six or seven phases of attacks, tons of clever ways to counter attacks, a surprise twist finale at the end, great music, and much more make it a fantastic battle, albeit a difficult one.
* The final phase has easily the most absurd and actually frightening concept you could think of. See, Bowser can grow Giant by himself, thanks to what the Bros. did last game. Kamek used to do that--still can. Even after Bowser is ''already'' giant. Three words, people: [[spoiler: ''' ''Giant''... Giant... Bowser.''']]

** [[spoiler:He uses the Border Jump minigame from ''Superstar Saga'' as an attack.]] Talk about nostalgia...

* A particular moment in the BonusBoss fight. [[spoiler:Bowser Jr]] starts out the fight in the [[spoiler:Koopa Clown Car]], but will eventually get out. You can then jump in, and start one of the game's many "chase attack" segments... but this time, ''the Mario Bros'' are the ones on the offensive!

* The final phase has easily the most absurd and actually frightening concept you could think of. See, Bowser can grow Giant by himself, thanks to what the Bros. did last game. Kamek used to do that--still can. Even after Bowser is ''already'' giant. Three words, people: [[spoiler: ''' ''Giant''... Giant... Bowser.''']]

* The mere fact that Bowser actually manages to [[spoiler:remember Luigi's name.]]

* The mere fact that Bowser manages to actually [[spoiler: remember Luigi's name.]]

* The final phase has easily the most absurd and actually frightening concept you could think of. See, Bowser grows Giant by himself, thanks to what the Bros. did last game. Kamek used to do that--still can. Even after Bowser is ''already'' giant. Three words, people: [[spoiler: ''' ''Giant''...Giant...Bowser.''']]

* The way you [[spoiler: initiate the last Giant Luigi boss battle.]] Usually, Luigi is scared. [[spoiler: In the battle versus Giant Bowser, Luigi pulls the cap over his eyes and smirks with confidence.]]

* The final phase has easily the most absurd and actually frightening concept you could think of. See, Bowser grows Giant by himself, thanks to what the Bros. did last game. Kamek used to do that--still can. Even after Bowser is ''already'' giant. Three words, people: ''' ''Giant''...Giant...Bowser.'''

* The mere fact that Bowser manages to actually remember Luigis name.
* Giant Luigi vs Giant Bowser. It's pretty much the best giant boss in the series, made better by the fact you're actually taking down Bowser's dream self, so in other words basically countering his ultimate wish fulfillment. About six or seven phases of attacks, tons of clever ways to counter attacks, a surprise twist finale at the end, great music, and much more make it a fantastic battle, albeit a difficult one.

* Giant Luigi vs Giant Bowser. It's pretty much the best giant boss in the series, made better by the fact you're actually taking down Bowser's dream self, so in other words basically countering his ultimate wish fulfilment. About six or seven phases of attacks, tons of clever ways to counter attack, a surprise twist finale at the end and much more make it a fantastic battle, albeit a difficult one.

* The mere fact that Bowser manages to actually remember Luigis name.

* The Final Boss. [[spoiler:As said above, Bowser betrays Antasma before Antasma has a chance to do the same. Then he takes the Dream Stone, and prepares to wish Mario and Luigi away. Peach and Starlow shatter the stone first... and then Bowser inhales the fragments, doubles in size, starts glowing like he grabbed a Starman, and becomes one of the most awesome final boss battles ever. His transformation looks awesome, the fight is awesome, and you will ''feel'' awesome when you win.]]

** [[spoiler: '''Star Driver'''. In the final Giant Luigi battle, Kamek uses his magic to make Giant Bowser grow to truly colossal size. The heroes' answer? Initiate Finishing Bros, with Prince Dreambert using his power to make the star itself grow gigantic, turning the attack into the aforementioned one. Luigi throws the giant star with Mario on it at Bowser, who tries shooting it down with a barrage of fireballs. [[BestBossEver You have to control Mario and the star by tilting the 3DS to avoid the barrage]], finally striking him head on and [[OneHitKill finishing him off instantly.]]]]

** [[spoiler: '''Star Strike'''. In the final Giant Luigi battle, Kamek uses his magic to make Giant Bowser grow to truly colossal size. The heroes' answer? Initiate Finishing Bros, with Prince Dreambert using his power to make the star itself grow gigantic, turning the attack into the aforementioned one. Luigi throws the giant star with Mario on it at Bowser, who tries shooting it down with a barrage of fireballs. [[BestBossEver You have to control Mario and the star by tilting the 3DS to avoid the barrage]], finally striking him head on and [[OneHitKill finishing him off instantly.]]]]

* '''Finishing Bros'''. It's the move used to end Giant Luigi battles, and it involves ''[[spoiler: Luigi jumping into space and grabbing a star, with Mario jumping on the star and flying it down into the boss's heart]]''.

* The way you [[spoiler: initiate the last Giant Luigi boss battle.]] Usually, Luigi is scared. [[spoiler: On the battle versus Giant Bowser, Luigi pulls the cap over his eyes and smirks with confidence.]]

* [[spoiler: Bowser pulling a HijackedByGanon moment, usually he is on the receiving end. This time he tricks the villain, instead of the villain tricking him.]]

* The BigBad, Antasma, is a nightmare. So what do they make it look like? Most of the major Mario RPG antagonists.