History Awesome / SuperMarioGalaxy

** And as a result of Mario's actions, ''the entire universe is destroyed and then recreated.''

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** When you think about it, Bowser in general counts. Around this game's time, Bowser suffered ''badly'' from VillainDecay in ''VideoGame/SuperMarioSunshine'', being seen more as a HarmlessVillain and a BumblingDad back then. But here, he comes ''roaring'' back as the BigBad of the franchise with his most grandiose plan of all — ''taking over the entire galaxy''. With these motives, he tosses out all of the aforementioned decay ''in one singular game'' — suddenly, the Koopa King seems awesome again, if not even more so than before.

** What the Toad Captain says while you're up there adds to the awesome:
---> '''Toad Captain''': The summit. It is always the pure essence of challenge that burns in an adventurer's heart. Leaping from here will take all the boldness you possess. You better make sure it's a long jump.

** And as a result of Mario's actions, ''the entire universe is destroyed and then recreated. That's right, Mario is the cause of the [[Anime/TengenToppaGurrenLagann Spiral Nemesis]]!''

* The opening sequence could be a moment for Bowser. Ever wondered how he and his kids seem to be able to conquer the Mushroom Kingdom and kidnap Princess Peach so easily despite Mario's presence? One word: '''''BLITZKRIEG.'''''[[note]]For those that don't know, a blitzkrieg (German for "lightning strike") is defined as 'a sudden, swift, large-scale offensive warfare intended to win a quick victory.'[[/note]] An attack of this scale had not been witnessed in any prior ''Mario'' games, and it was a good way to show the player the kind of action that was to come.

* The final level. The final boss. The final blow. [[spoiler:Mario faces off with Bowser in the ''center of the universe,'' and hits so hard with the final blow that '''''he knocks Bowser into the sun.''''' Even more amazing? [[MadeOfIron Bowser somehow SURVIVES this.]]]]
** And as a result of Mario's actions, ''[[spoiler:the entire universe is destroyed and then recreated. That's right, Mario is the cause of the [[Anime/TengenToppaGurrenLagann Spiral Nemesis]]!]]''
*** This is only to cause more [[SugarWiki/MomentOfAwesome Moments of Awesome]]: [[spoiler:All the Lumas try to stop the end of the universe, cause a new big bang, and reboot the cosmos, dumping everybody back in the Mushroom Kingdom.]]
*** The ending is one of the most epic in any ''Mario'' game, and the very end caps it off perfectly. After they wake up in [[spoiler:the new galaxy]], Mario raises his hands and joyfully cries out "Welcome! Welcome, new GALAXY!"

* Rosalina deserves some mention here. After you retrieve enough Power Stars, [[spoiler:she proceeds to transform her space station into comet mode and blasts though the armada surrounding the castle like the ships were nothing but cheap toys]].

* The opening sequence could be a moment for Bowser. Ever wondered how he and his kids seem to be able to conquer the Mushroom Kingdom and kidnap Princess Peach so easily despite Mario's presence? One word: '''''BLITZKRIEG.'''''[[note]]For those that don't know, a blitzkrieg (German for "lightning strike") is defined as 'a sudden, swift, large-scale offensive warfare intended to win a quick victory.'[[/note]] An attack of this scale had not been witnessed in any prior Mario games, and it was a good way to show the player the kind of action that was to come.

** When you think about it, Bowser in general counts. Around this game's time, Bowser suffered ''badly'' from VillainDecay in ''VideoGame/SuperMarioSunshine'', being seen more as a HarmlessVillain and a BumblingDad back then. But here, he comes ''roaring'' back as the BigBad of the franchise with his most grandiose plan of all - ''taking over the entire galaxy''. With these motives, he tosses out all of the aforementioned decay ''in one singular game'' - suddenly, the Koopa King seems awesome again, if not even more so than before.
** To add to the above, all this happened only ''seven months'' after his appearance in ''VideoGame/SuperPaperMario'', which is sometimes looked at as his lowest point in said VillainDecay. The Koopa King bounced back ''very'' quickly. And, just as impressive, it ''stuck'' in all games afterwards. After ''Galaxy'', even the RPG's generally started treating Bowser better, and though his LaughablyEvil traits were re-emphasized as early as ''VideoGame/SuperMarioGalaxy2'', he has remained legitimately threatening in almost all of his appearances since.

*** The ending is one of the most epic in any Mario game, and the very end caps it off perfectly. After they wake up in [[spoiler:the new galaxy]], Mario raises his hands and joyfully cries out "Welcome! Welcome, new GALAXY!"

* Rosalina deserves some mention here. After you retrieve enough Power Stars, [[spoiler:she proceeds to transform her space station into comet mode and blasts though the armada surrounding the castle like the ships were nothing but cheap toys.]]
* Nothing for Megaleg? The Grand Star bosses in Super Mario Galaxy aren't exactly varied (Bowser is fought three times, and aside from him, the two other bosses are Bowser Jr. and King Kaliente, the latter of whom was already a boss earlier in the game). Megaleg, however, is a HumongousMecha that is larger than the moon it stands on, and to defeat it, Mario has to climb it and then direct Bullet Bills at the cage containing the Grand Star. All accompanied by some [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRS0N9wdO34 fantastic boss music.]]

** Another one for Bowser! Following this initial attack, he uses the power of the Grand Stars to get a foothold in almost every corner of the universe. ''Bowser nearly conquers the universe with little to no prep time.'' Mario's not just the ultimate hero, Bowser's the ultimate ''villain'' being able to accomplish ''that'' on the fly.
** Third time's the charm! This game was the first time Bowser's new VA stepped up to bat, Mr. Kenny James. And good lord, did he make a first impression. It's no wonder he's been a mainstay since; he actually makes Bowser sound like a ''monster''. For the game that takes the "Castle and Dragon" plot across the cosmos, fitting that Bowser sounds more menacing than ever before.
** When you think about it, Bowser in general counts. Around this game's time, Bowser suffered ''badly'' from VillainDecay come ''VideoGame/SuperMarioSunshine'', being seen more as a HarmlessVillain back then. But here, he comes ''roaring'' back as the BigBad of the franchise with his most grandiose plan of all - ''taking over the entire galaxy''. With these motives, he tosses out all of the aforementioned decay ''in one singular game'' - suddenly, the Koopa King seems awesome again, if not even more so than before.
** To add to the above, all this happened only ''seven months'' after his appearance in ''VideoGame/SuperPaperMario'', which is sometimes looked at as his lowest point in said VillainDecay. The Koopa King bounced back ''very'' quickly. And, just as impressive, it ''stuck''. After ''Galaxy'', even the RPG's generally started treating Bowser better, and though his LaughablyEvil traits were re-emphasized as early as ''VideoGame/SuperMarioGalaxy2'', he has remained legitimately threatening in almost all of his appearances.

** To add to the above, all this happened only ''seven months'' after his appearance in ''VideoGame/SuperPaperMario'', which is sometimes looked at as his lowest point in said VillainDecay. The Koopa King bounced back ''very'' quickly.

* The moment Mario first used the Red Star.
* You can laud the final battle of ''Galaxy'' all you want, but Buoy Base also deserves special mention. Having Mario fly into an enemy base and just... pummel everything with no hesitation really cements his status as a one man army.
* Or how about what some of the LAUNCH STARS do? For example, blasting right through a BATTLESHIP, which then EXPLODES behind Mario; blasting up from the mouth of a volcano, which erupts as you fly away from it; and probably many more.

** Or how about what some of the LAUNCH STARS do? For example, blasting right through a BATTLESHIP, which then EXPLODES behind Mario; blasting up from the mouth of a volcano, which erupts as you fly away from it; and probably many more.
* Rosalina deserves some mention here. After you retrieve enough power stars, [[spoiler:she proceeds to transform her space station into comet mode and blasts though the armada surrounding the castle like the ships were nothing but cheap toys.]]
* Nothing for Megaleg? The Grand Star bosses in Super Mario Galaxy aren't exactly varied (Bowser is fought three times, and aside from him, the two other bosses are Bowser Jr and King Kaliente, the latter of whom was already a boss earlier in the game). Megaleg, however, is a HumongousMecha that is larger than the moon it stands on, and to defeat it, Mario has to climb it and then direct Bullet Bills at the cage containing the Grand Star. All accompanied by some [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRS0N9wdO34 fantastic boss music.]]

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