| “ | Ooh, free at last! I'm chock-full of power! I think I'll turn all this greedy sap's jewels into evil spirits! Bwa ha ha ha ha!!! | „ |
| ~ Black Jewel upon being reawakened. |
The Black Jewel is the main antagonist of the GameCube game, Wario World.
It is a sentient jewel was once a formidable menace to civilization, unleashing mighty armies of spirits with the sole purpose of dominating the entire world. However, the Spritelings were able to rise above its power and successfully subdue it, imprisoning the jewel within their ancient ruins. Time passed, and many years later, Wario stumbled upon the jewel, oblivious to its immense and terrifying capabilities. Little did he know, he had unwittingly acquired an object of immense power. Prior to the events of the game, Wario had already obtained the jewel, resulting in a profound transformation of his castle, now under the complete control and influence of the jewel.
Description[]
Appearance[]
When the Black Jewel is not active, it takes on the form of a massive, pear-shaped gem that radiates a vibrant purple hue. However, once it awakens, an astonishing transformation occurs. The jewel miraculously sprouts a singular eye, boasting an enchanting purple iris. Additionally, its base becomes adorned with four captivating pink tentacles, which gracefully sway and undulate.
Personality[]
Judging from the game's prologue and its only quote, the Black Jewel enjoys bringing torment and misery to others. However, it is quite lethargic, as it lets its minions do all its dirty work while it usually sleeps (of its own accord) in a safe location, only choosing to take action if it has no choice. It is also quite arrogant, which proved to be its own undoing.
Powers and Abilities[]
The Black Jewel possesses a unique capability wherein it can extract and assimilate energy from the avarice and covetousness of individuals. Upon reaching its maximum energy level, this enigmatic artifact gains the extraordinary ability to manipulate and reshape reality according to its own desires, even granting life to lifeless objects and commanding them at will. In the midst of combat, the Black Jewel unleashes its formidable powers, emitting lethal beams of light and hurling fireballs from its piercing gaze, while simultaneously generating powerful shockwaves that reverberate through the very ground. Its durability is truly remarkable, as it withstood a multitude of strikes from Wario before succumbing to its ultimate demise.
History[]
Past[]
In the introductory section of the game, it provides a detailed account of events from the distant past. It divulges that ages ago, a malevolent black jewel thrived by exploiting the insatiable desires of individuals, transforming their wishes into potent sources of energy. Unleashing this newfound power, the Black Jewel forged numerous wicked spirits that unleashed havoc upon the world, causing immense suffering to all the virtuous creatures inhabiting it. However, the enigmatic Spritelings, possessing extraordinary magical abilities, managed to overpower the nefarious jewel, rendering it powerless and inert. As an additional precaution, they concealed the accursed gem within the depths of their ancient ruins, effectively sealing it away for an extended period of time.
However, many years passed and eventually, a notorious and ruthless treasure seeker named Wario stumbled upon the ancient ruins. To his astonishment, he managed to unearth the legendary Black Jewel from its hiding place. Oblivious to the malevolent force that lay dormant within it, Wario triumphantly carried the jewel back to his opulent castle, where he decided to store it alongside a multitude of other valuable treasures in a room filled with ornate chests. Little did he know, the jewel possessed a sinister ability to absorb and thrive on Wario's insatiable greed, silently feeding off his avaricious energy while it remained concealed within its secure chest.
Wario World[]
After attaining its maximum power, the Black Jewel finally took action. Wario, comfortably positioned on his throne, gleefully revelled in his extensive collection of treasures. Suddenly, a violent earthquake erupted, violently shaking the entire castle and causing Wario to lose his balance and fall from his seat. In a dramatic spectacle, the Black Jewel erupted from his chest, revealing its true form. With a cruel twist of fate, Wario was left powerless and helpless as he witnessed the jewel transforming his opulent palace into an otherworldly dimension, while simultaneously transmuting his cherished wealth into abominable and menacing creatures.
After Wario regains consciousness, he quickly comprehends the situation and an overwhelming surge of anger washes over him. He is determined to exact revenge on his adversaries by not only recovering his treasure but also annihilating the Black Jewel entirely. However, much to Wario's dismay, the jewel has cleverly concealed itself within a significantly larger and impervious chest. Even with Wario's incredible strength, he finds himself powerless against this seemingly impenetrable barrier. In order to access the jewel, Wario is faced with the daunting task of embarking on a journey through various regions within the dimension. Along the way, he must relentlessly battle and defeat countless adversaries, only to confront the formidable main boss of each area. By overcoming these formidable foes, he can acquire one of the four colossal keys needed to unlock the chest. Additionally, Wario must also rescue the Spritelings, who valiantly attempted to subdue the revived Black Jewel, but were ultimately captured and held captive in scattered boxes throughout the dimension.
With the Spritelings by his side, Wario executes a series of special suplex moves on the jewel, wearing it down with each powerful maneuver. The jewel, unable to withstand the onslaught, begins to shed tears of defeat before ultimately shattering into countless fragments. Finally, the jewel's menacing threat is extinguished once and for all, bringing an end to Wario's arduous journey. To further torment Wario, the jewel traps the helpless Spritelings within crystals surrounding the arena, forcing them to witness their savior's impending demise. Little does the jewel know, this cruel act will prove to be its downfall. Wario realizes that by freeing the Spritelings, he can enlist their help in attacking the jewel, causing it to become disoriented and vulnerable. As Wario approaches the chest after finding the last key, he is met with the astonishing sight of the Black Jewel awakening from its dormant state. The jewel, frustrated by Wario's progress, decides to take matters into its own hands and personally eliminate him. In a powerful display of its abilities, the jewel obliterates the dimension they are in and creates an arena for them to engage in a final battle.
Even though the Black Jewel was destroyed, Wario's castle did not magically reappear (presumably because the jewel had obliterated the entire dimension they were in as a final act of vengeance). As a result, Wario found himself stranded in an empty realm with no place to call home. However, his luck took a turn when the Spritelings, filled with gratitude for Wario's brave act of destroying the jewel, came forward to express their appreciation. In a heartwarming gesture, they took it upon themselves to construct a brand new castle for Wario, ensuring that he would have a comfortable abode to reside in once again.
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Trivia[]
- In the Japanese version of Wario World, the final boss battle is significantly different compared to other versions. Unlike the other versions, where the player needs to free only five Spritelings, in this version, they have to rescue ten Spritelings. Furthermore, once the Black Jewel's health is reduced by half, it enters a second phase where it unleashes various attacks. It might jump towards Wario, causing a powerful shockwave upon landing, or conjure flames while flying around in a circular motion around Wario. Another possible attack is spinning around while shooting rocks from its eye. To defeat the Black Jewel, Wario needs to continuously punch it until he can execute a powerful finishing move, known as a mad move. This extended battle adds an extra layer of challenge and intensity to the final encounter in the Japanese version of Wario World.
- In Fortune Street, Wario made reference to the Black Jewel.
External Links[]
- Black Jewel on the Mario Wiki
- Black Jewel on the Super Mario Wiki
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