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==Controls==
==Controls==
===Wii Version===
===Wii version===
[[File:Closeupfinishmasatog.jpg|thumb|left|A closeup of the finish]]
[[File:Closeupfinishmasatog.jpg|thumb|left|A closeup of the finish]]
Racers will begin the race at their respective starting line. When the announcer announces '''On Your Marks''' and '''Get Set''' pressing {{button|wii|B}} on the [[Wii#Wii Remote|Wii Remote]] will cause the characters to ready themselves and build up for a [[Start Dash]]. Once '''Go''' appears on the screen, releasing {{button|wii|B}} and swinging down the wii remote will give the player a boost. Running is controlled by alternating the movement of the wii-mote and [[Wii#Nunchuk|Nunchuk]] (or just the Wii Remote if not using the nunchuk). Pacing oneself is the key to this event. A gauge appears above the controlled character and when racers begin to sprint (the speed meter is full and characters gain a bluish glow) their stamina begins to drain. If characters' stamina are depleted, they will slow to a walk until their meter replenishes. At the last 100 meter (straightaway) the participants will sprint their way to the finish line.
Racers will begin the race at their respective starting line. When the announcer announces '''On Your Marks''' and '''Get Set''' pressing {{button|wii|B}} on the [[Wii#Wii Remote|Wii Remote]] will cause the characters to ready themselves and build up for a [[Start Dash]]. Once '''Go''' appears on the screen, releasing {{button|wii|B}} and swinging down the wii remote will give the player a boost. Running is controlled by alternating the movement of the wii-mote and [[Wii#Nunchuk|Nunchuk]] (or just the Wii Remote if not using the nunchuk). Pacing oneself is the key to this event. A gauge appears above the controlled character and when racers begin to sprint (the speed meter is full and characters gain a bluish glow) their stamina begins to drain. If characters' stamina are depleted, they will slow to a walk until their meter replenishes. At the last 100 meter (straightaway) the participants will sprint their way to the finish line.
[[File:400mstart.jpg|thumb|The start of the race]]
[[File:400mstart.jpg|thumb|The start of the race]]


===DS Version===
===DS version===
The event properties are the same in the DS version. The start dash however is performed by touching the touch screen with the [[Stylus]] and then releasing it when the gunshot is heard. Running is controlled by rubbing the stylus across the touch screen. The speed of the runner is determined by how fast the stylus is swiped across the screen.
The event properties are the same in the DS version. The start dash however is performed by touching the touch screen with the [[Stylus]] and then releasing it when the gunshot is heard. Running is controlled by rubbing the stylus across the touch screen. The speed of the runner is determined by how fast the stylus is swiped across the screen.


==Missions==
==Missions==
===Wii Version===
===Wii version===
====Knuckles====
====Knuckles====
[[Knuckles the Echidna]]' fourth mission in the [[Wii|Wii version]] of ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]'' is 400m. To complete it, Knuckles must beat [[Vector the Crocodile]].
[[Knuckles the Echidna]]' fourth mission is 400m. To complete it, Knuckles must beat [[Vector the Crocodile]].


====Blaze====
====Blaze====
[[Blaze the Cat]]'s third mission in the wii version is 400m. Blaze must win the mission by beating [[Amy Rose]]. She will have to wait for two seconds at the start of the race.
[[Blaze the Cat]]'s third mission is 400m. Blaze must win the mission by beating [[Amy Rose]]. She will have to wait for two seconds at the start of the race.


====Shadow====
====Shadow====
[[Shadow the Hedgehog]]'s fifth mission in the wii version is 400m. Shadow must win the race by crossing the finish line first before [[Sonic the Hedgehog]].
[[Shadow the Hedgehog]]'s fifth mission is 400m. Shadow must win the race by crossing the finish line first before [[Sonic the Hedgehog]].


====Luigi====
====Luigi====
[[Luigi]]'s fourth mission in the Wii version is 400m. Luigi must beat all his competitors while staggering across the finish line.
[[Luigi]]'s fourth mission is 400m. Luigi must beat all his competitors while staggering across the finish line.


====Peach====
====Peach====
[[Princess Peach]]'s fourth mission in the Wii version is both 400m and the same as Luigi's fourth mission in the Wii version. To win, she must cross the finish line first. Once again, she must stagger across the finish line.
[[Princess Peach]]'s fourth mission is both 400m and the same as Luigi's fourth mission in the Wii version. To win, she must cross the finish line first. Once again, she must stagger across the finish line.


===DS Version===
===DS version===
====Knuckles====
====Knuckles====
[[Knuckles the Echidna]]' second mission in the [[Nintendo DS|DS version]] of ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]'' is 400m. To win it, Knuckles must cross the finish line in at least second place.
[[Knuckles the Echidna]]' second mission in the [[Nintendo DS|DS version]] of ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]'' is 400m. To win it, Knuckles must cross the finish line in at least second place.
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==Description==
==Description==
Wii version: ''From a staggered start, kick off from the starting blocks, then endure a 400 meter run to the finishing line. The final 100 meter stretch should be sprinted to get you ahead of the competition, but take it slower at the start to avoid wearing yourself out.''
*Wii version: ''From a staggered start, kick off from the starting blocks, then endure a 400 meter run to the finishing line. The final 100 meter stretch should be sprinted to get you ahead of the competition, but take it slower at the start to avoid wearing yourself out.''
 
*DS version: ''In the 400m, it is vital to pace your stylus control so your character does not over exert themselves and lose speed.''
DS Version: ''In the 400m, it is vital to pace your stylus control so your character does not over exert themselves and lose speed.''
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[[Category:Athletics]]
[[Category:Athletics]]
[[Category:Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Events]]
[[Category:Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Events]]

Revision as of 12:20, December 2, 2017

This article is about racing event in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games. For hurdles event from the same game, see here.

Template:Event-infobox 400m (or 400m Dash) is an Athletics event in both versions of the game, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games and can be found in the "Track" section of the "Athletics" category. The goal of the event, is to reach the finish line first. The smaller version of this event is 100m.

Controls

Wii version

Peach crossing the finish line in 400m in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games for Wii
A closeup of the finish

Racers will begin the race at their respective starting line. When the announcer announces On Your Marks and Get Set pressing B Button on the Wii Remote will cause the characters to ready themselves and build up for a Start Dash. Once Go appears on the screen, releasing B Button and swinging down the wii remote will give the player a boost. Running is controlled by alternating the movement of the wii-mote and Nunchuk (or just the Wii Remote if not using the nunchuk). Pacing oneself is the key to this event. A gauge appears above the controlled character and when racers begin to sprint (the speed meter is full and characters gain a bluish glow) their stamina begins to drain. If characters' stamina are depleted, they will slow to a walk until their meter replenishes. At the last 100 meter (straightaway) the participants will sprint their way to the finish line.

File:400mstart.jpg
The start of the race

DS version

The event properties are the same in the DS version. The start dash however is performed by touching the touch screen with the Stylus and then releasing it when the gunshot is heard. Running is controlled by rubbing the stylus across the touch screen. The speed of the runner is determined by how fast the stylus is swiped across the screen.

Missions

Wii version

Knuckles

Knuckles the Echidna' fourth mission is 400m. To complete it, Knuckles must beat Vector the Crocodile.

Blaze

Blaze the Cat's third mission is 400m. Blaze must win the mission by beating Amy Rose. She will have to wait for two seconds at the start of the race.

Shadow

Shadow the Hedgehog's fifth mission is 400m. Shadow must win the race by crossing the finish line first before Sonic the Hedgehog.

Luigi

Luigi's fourth mission is 400m. Luigi must beat all his competitors while staggering across the finish line.

Peach

Princess Peach's fourth mission is both 400m and the same as Luigi's fourth mission in the Wii version. To win, she must cross the finish line first. Once again, she must stagger across the finish line.

DS version

Knuckles

Knuckles the Echidna' second mission in the DS version of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games is 400m. To win it, Knuckles must cross the finish line in at least second place.

Sonic

Sonic the Hedgehog's sixth, final and hardest mission in the DS version is 400m. Sonic must defeat Mario.

Dr. Eggman

Dr. Eggman's second mission in the DS version is 400m. In this mission, Dr. Eggman must come in first, but he must avoid staggering.

Bowser

Bowser's third mission in the DS version is 400m. He must win the race. Bowser loses one second as a handicap at the very beginning of the challenge.

Description

  • Wii version: From a staggered start, kick off from the starting blocks, then endure a 400 meter run to the finishing line. The final 100 meter stretch should be sprinted to get you ahead of the competition, but take it slower at the start to avoid wearing yourself out.
  • DS version: In the 400m, it is vital to pace your stylus control so your character does not over exert themselves and lose speed.