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[[Image:WormGuy.PNG|thumb|right|'''MC Ballyhoo''' and his | [[Image:WormGuy.PNG|thumb|right|'''MC Ballyhoo''' and his head wear, Big Top.]] | ||
'''MC Ballyhoo''' is the host of ''[[Mario Party 8]]''. He invites [[Mario]] and friends to his circus to party. His hat, [[Big Top]], is a separate entity, completely capable of thinking and acting of its own free will. It is unconfirmed as to why the pair stays together, although Ballyhoo may wear the hat to provide a charming first impression to those who would otherwise be turned off by his formidable face. | '''MC Ballyhoo''' is the host of ''[[Mario Party 8]]''. He invites [[Mario]] and friends to his circus to party. His hat, [[Big Top]], is a separate entity, completely capable of thinking and acting of its own free will. It is unconfirmed as to why the pair stays together, although Ballyhoo may wear the hat to provide a charming first impression to those who would otherwise be turned off by his formidable face. | ||
MC Ballyhoo is highly energetic, often flailing around with excitement. He speaks with almost satirical ringmaster phrasing while introducing the various events at his circus. Additionally, he possesses the ability to float in midair like many of the other hosts of the [[Mario Party|Mario Party series]]. | |||
MC Ballyhoo's name would appear to be based on the word "ballyhoo", meaning "great noise or commotion"; such a term is often applied to carnival audiences. The term MC is a title short for "master of ceremonies". | |||
When he first appeared on the promotional box art for ''Mario Party 8'', many mistook him for [[Chuck Quizmo]], but there is no known connection between the two. | When he first appeared on the promotional box art for ''Mario Party 8'', many mistook him for [[Chuck Quizmo]], but there is no known connection between the two. | ||
[[Category:Characters]] | [[Category:Characters]] | ||
[[Category:Hosts]] | [[Category:Hosts]] | ||
Revision as of 16:44, June 1, 2007
MC Ballyhoo is the host of Mario Party 8. He invites Mario and friends to his circus to party. His hat, Big Top, is a separate entity, completely capable of thinking and acting of its own free will. It is unconfirmed as to why the pair stays together, although Ballyhoo may wear the hat to provide a charming first impression to those who would otherwise be turned off by his formidable face.
MC Ballyhoo is highly energetic, often flailing around with excitement. He speaks with almost satirical ringmaster phrasing while introducing the various events at his circus. Additionally, he possesses the ability to float in midair like many of the other hosts of the Mario Party series.
MC Ballyhoo's name would appear to be based on the word "ballyhoo", meaning "great noise or commotion"; such a term is often applied to carnival audiences. The term MC is a title short for "master of ceremonies".
When he first appeared on the promotional box art for Mario Party 8, many mistook him for Chuck Quizmo, but there is no known connection between the two.
