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|image=[[File:MP8 MCBallyhoo and Big Top Artwork.png|215px]]<br>Artwork from ''Mario Party 8'' | |image=[[File:MP8 MCBallyhoo and Big Top Artwork.png|215px]]<br>Artwork for MC Ballyhoo and [[Big Top]] from ''[[Mario Party 8]]'' | ||
|full_name=Master of Catastrophe Ballyhoo | |full_name=Master of Catastrophe Ballyhoo | ||
|first_appearance=''[[Mario Party 8]]'' ([[List of games by date#2007|2007]]) | |first_appearance=''[[Mario Party 8]]'' ([[List of games by date#2007|2007]]) | ||
|latest_appearance=''[[Mario Party Superstars]]'' (cameo) ([[List of games by date#2021|2021]]) | |latest_appearance=''[[Mario Party Superstars]]'' (cameo) ([[List of games by date#2021|2021]]) | ||
|latest_portrayal= | |latest_portrayal= {{wp|Stephan Weyte|Steven Weyte}} ([[List of games by date#2007|2007]]) | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{quote|On to the race to the | {{quote|On to the race to the [[Star Space]]! Where can it be? I'm crazed with anticipation!|MC Ballyhoo|Mario Party 8}} | ||
'''MC Ballyhoo''' is a major character from ''[[Mario Party 8]]'', in which he hosts the various game modes as the self-proclaimed "master of catastrophes." He and his hat, [[Big Top]], are the driving force behind the annual [[Star Carnival]], hosting all of the attractions. While MC Ballyhoo is very extravagant and energetic in both speech and manner, Big Top is much calmer. Although the two rarely separate, they are separate entities capable of independent thought and action. | '''MC Ballyhoo''' is a major character from ''[[Mario Party 8]]'', in which he hosts the various game modes as the self-proclaimed "master of catastrophes." He and his hat, [[Big Top]], are the driving force behind the annual [[Star Carnival]], hosting all of the attractions. While MC Ballyhoo is very extravagant and energetic in both speech and manner, Big Top is much calmer. Although the two rarely separate, they are separate entities capable of independent thought and action. | ||
MC Ballyhoo is the creator of the Star Carnival. Ever since its conception, the MC has devoted each year to planning the next year's carnival. The winners of the main attraction, the Star Battles, can receive a year's supply of | MC Ballyhoo is the creator of the Star Carnival. Ever since its conception, the MC has devoted each year to planning the next year's carnival. The winners of the main attraction, the Star Battles, can receive a year's supply of candy and the title of Super Star. Despite [[Bowser]]'s interference, the MC still manages to keep the carnival running with the help of his guests. | ||
MC Ballyhoo's name is based on the word "ballyhoo," meaning "great noise or commotion." This term is often applied to carnival audiences. The abbreviation "MC" traditionally stands for the title "master of ceremonies," but with MC Ballyhoo, it stands for "Master of Catastrophe."<ref> | MC Ballyhoo's name is based on the word "ballyhoo," meaning "great noise or commotion." This term is often applied to carnival audiences. The abbreviation "MC" traditionally stands for the title "master of ceremonies," but with MC Ballyhoo, it stands for "Master of Catastrophe."<ref>"''Who am I, you ask? I'm your Master of Catastrophe! MC Ballyhoo, at your service!''" — '''MC Ballyhoo''', ''Mario Party 8''</ref> | ||
MC Ballyhoo and Big Top | MC Ballyhoo and Big Top are a novice class [[Spirit (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)|spirit]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. Equipping him allows the player to start off each fight with a [[Star Rod (Kirby)|Star Rod]], a reference to the [[Star Rod (Mario Party 8)|Star Rod]] from ''Mario Party 8'' that is used to fight Bowser. | ||
==General information== | ==General information== | ||
===Personality and speech=== | |||
[[File:Welcome to the Star Carnival!.png|thumb|left|200px|MC Ballyhoo introduces the Star Carnival.]] | |||
MC Ballyhoo is highly energetic, often flailing around with excitement. He even goes so far as to characterize his excitement for the Star Carnival's events as madness. He speaks with satirical, ringmaster phrasing while introducing the various events at his carnival. He is always happy for the winning players yet sad for the losers. This makes it seem as though he values fairness. | |||
===Physical appearance=== | ===Physical appearance=== | ||
MC Ballyhoo is the only known member of an unnamed humanoid species. He has teal skin, large orange lips, and small yellow eyes. His bottom row of teeth is never seen, but he does have a large hot pink tongue. Without Big Top, he is a little taller than the average [[Toad (species)|Toad]] and is dwarfed by most humans. His legs are much shorter and smaller in comparison to his large, lanky arms. He has no visible toes; rather, his feet appear similar to shoes. The top of MC Ballyhoo's head is pointed, and his head appears to be black-and-teal-striped. However, this feature is usually hidden by Big Top. | MC Ballyhoo is the only known member of an unnamed humanoid species. He has teal skin, large orange lips, and small yellow eyes. His bottom row of teeth is never seen, but he does have a large hot pink tongue. Without Big Top, he is a little taller than the average [[Toad (species)|Toad]] and is dwarfed by most humans. His legs are much shorter and smaller in comparison to his large, lanky arms. He has no visible toes; rather, his feet appear similar to shoes. The top of MC Ballyhoo's head is pointed, and his head appears to be black-and-teal-striped. However, this feature is usually hidden by Big Top. | ||
MC Ballyhoo wears a magenta suit and pink cufflinks with gold-colored trim and buttons. He also sports a prominent red bowtie. MC Ballyhoo wears white gloves on his five-fingered hands. His suit wraps around his underside like the pants of a Toad, but he wears neither traditional pants nor shoes. MC Ballyhoo is never seen without his microphone or Big Top. Although the mic does not appear to be connected to a speaker, it seems to be effective for amplifying the voices of both Big Top and MC Ballyhoo. When activated, Big Top's propeller allows MC Ballyhoo to hover in midair with MC Ballyhoo somehow attached, despite Big Top jumping seemingly | MC Ballyhoo wears a magenta suit and pink cufflinks with gold-colored trim and buttons. He also sports a prominent red bowtie. MC Ballyhoo wears white gloves on his five-fingered hands. His suit wraps around his underside like the pants of a Toad, but he wears neither traditional pants nor shoes. MC Ballyhoo is never seen without his microphone or Big Top. Although the mic does not appear to be connected to a speaker, it seems to be effective for amplifying the voices of both Big Top and MC Ballyhoo. When activated, Big Top's propeller allows MC Ballyhoo to hover in midair with MC Ballyhoo somehow attached, despite Big Top jumping seemingly unattatched otherwise. | ||
MC Ballyhoo also slightly resembles [[Chuck Quizmo]] from ''[[Paper Mario]]''. | |||
== | ==Gallery== | ||
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MC Ballyhoo | MC Ballyhoo the MP8 host.png | ||
MC Ballyhoo's hat friend.png | |||
Big Top Talking.png | |||
</gallery> | |||
==Profiles and statistics== | ==Profiles and statistics== | ||
===''Super Smash Bros.'' series=== | ===''Super Smash Bros.'' series=== | ||
====''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''==== | ====''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''==== | ||
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| | |align=center | Ballyhoo & [[Big Top]] | ||
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| | |align=center | '''Wii''' ''[[Mario Party 8]]'' | ||
| | |align=center | The two emcees of the Star Carnival, an event held once a year to determine the biggest superstar. Big Top (on top) and Ballyhoo (on bottom) provide all Star Carnival commentary, and while Ballyhoo is energetic and over the top, Big Top provides a reserved counterpoint to his partner's antics. Despite their conflicting personalities, they're inseparable. | ||
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!width=120px | Image !! | Game !! | Effect | |||
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|''Mario Party 8'' | |||
|[Head] - Attack +10 | |||
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====''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''==== | ====''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' spirit==== | ||
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!align=center|MC Ballyhoo & Big Top | |||
|align=center|[[File:MP8 MCBallyhoo and Big Top Artwork.png|x100px]] | |||
|''Mario Party'' Series | |||
|Support (1) | |||
|Novice | |||
|[[Star Rod (Kirby)|Star Rod]] Equipped | |||
|Spirit Board | |||
|[[Mario]], [[Luigi]], [[Yoshi]], [[Princess Peach|Peach]] | |||
|'''Rule:''' Item Tidal Wave | |||
*Certain items will appear in large numbers after a little while | *Certain items will appear in large numbers after a little while | ||
| | |[[Mario Circuit (Super Smash Bros. for Wii U)|Mario Circuit]] | ||
| | |Pandemonium | ||
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===''Mario Party: The Top 100''=== | ===''Mario Party: The Top 100''=== | ||
*'''MC Ballyhoo and Big Top:''' "''MC Ballyhoo is on the mic, while [[Big Top]] is on his head. Together, they act as guides at the Star Carnival.''" | |||
==Names in other languages== | ==Names in other languages== | ||
{{foreign names | {{foreign names | ||
| | |Jap=コンドゥ | ||
| | |JapR=Kondu | ||
| | |JapM=Both this and [[Big Top]]'s Japanese name「トーレ」(''Tōre'') are from "conduttore" (Italian word for "host") | ||
| | |Fra=Martin Tamarre | ||
| | |FraM="Martin" is a French male name. The whole name is a pun on ''tintamarre'' (din) | ||
|Ger=Billy Balla-Balla | |Ger=Billy Balla-Balla | ||
|GerM= | |GerM=''Balla-balla'' colloquially refers to a person who is "nutty" | ||
| | |SpaA=C.O. Mentarista, or simply Mentarista | ||
| | |SpaAM=Spoofs the word ''comentarista'' (comentarist), Ballyhoo's job | ||
|SpaE=Gundimero el Pregonero or simply Gundimero | |||
|SpaEM=Gundimero the Town Crier | |||
|Ita=Sir Baraonda | |Ita=Sir Baraonda | ||
|ItaM=Sir Hubbub | |ItaM=Sir Hubbub | ||
|Rus=Т. Мада | |Rus=Т. Мада | ||
|RusR=T. Mada | |RusR=T. Mada | ||
|RusM=From | |RusM=From ''тaмада'' (''tamada'', toastmaster) | ||
|Kor=반가 | |Kor=반가 | ||
|KorR=Banga | |KorR=Banga | ||
|KorM=From | |KorM=From 반가오웨 (''bangaowe'', meaning "nice to meet you!") | ||
}} | }} | ||
