Check out this Paper Mario: The Origami King guide on how to beat Colored Pencils! Includes tips, best ring path, phase 2, ring examples, and more!!!
Table of Contents
Colored Pencils - Boss Guide
Jean-Pierre Colored Pencils
What's likely the first boss of Origami King, the Colored Pencils, actually have a real name - Jean-Pierre. He? will be the guardian of the Red Streamer, at the top of Overlook Mountain.
Colored Pencils Battle Overview
| Turn Time | 70 Seconds |
|---|---|
| Ring Moves | 3 |
| Phases | 2 |
Colored Pencils is a two-phase fight, where you'll have 70 seconds to act per turn. Each turn you'll be able to move your ring 3 times, so you'll have to choose your rotations wisely.
Colored Pencils - Battle Strategy & Tips
Colored Pencils Overall Tips
- Avoid targeted panels
- Step on the ON button to activate arm panels
- Use 1000 Fold arms to flip his lid
- Spend coins on Toads if you're in trouble
Power On The Arm Switches
| Power Off | Power On |
|---|---|
| | |
By stepping on the green ON button, you will activate the 1000 Fold Arms buttons on the board. This will allow you to close Colored Pencils' lid and deal large damage to him! Make sure you step on this button on your first turn!
Avoid Targeted Panels
One of the hints provided to you mid-battle tells you to avoid stepping on targeted panels! This will likely lead to you taking damage, so make sure to navigate away from them.
Phase 2 - Rainbow Roll
We were able to get a glimpse of the second phase of this boss during a live event, but we don't have any detailed information. As soon as the game releases on July 17th, we'll update this section!
Colored Pencils Example Ring Boards
About Ring Boards
We are currently unsure what parts of the board will remain the same and what parts will change when different players attempt the same boss.There is a chance rings the rings you get may have slightly different tiles. Subsequent rings will also likely have different layouts depending on your previous moves!
Turn 1 Ring
Turn 2 Ring
Turn 3 Ring
