Autobomb

That's right, folks! I've been drafted to do some of the concept art for Super Mario: Offroad Challenge - featuring...

Nope, pulling your leg, as this is quite obviously a picture for Mario Monsters. While it may not look familliar, Autobomb is an enemy from late into Super Mario Bros. 2 (USA), and may or may not be ridden by a shyguy (depending on whether it was just too extreme for them before you even got there). This is a side-ish view, which is not something you would ever see in the game. The dirt was just an extra touch of mine, but it will spit out balls of fire. Idunno... I almost wish I didn't motion blur that fire. Oh well.... can't win, can I?

Ah yes, and the 'M' on the side stands for "Mamu" (Wart's Japanese name).

This picture was originally posted on 8/9/08 at [link]