Showbiz the Bandit

Showbiz the Bandit, formally known as Shou Bizz Bandito, is a Bandit character originating in the Super Mario series that first appears in Super Mario Flagpole Battle. In the game, Showbiz plays the role of the charismatic host of the competition in the story mode, as well as the one who announces the winner and loser of a respective game in other modes,
==Appearance==
Showbiz takes on the basic appearance of a Bandit, as he is one: short and stocky, with a mask covering his real face, flat blue shoes, a cloak covering the rest of the body. However, he bears various physical features to differentiate himself. His cloak, which is normally blue, is a lavender color, and it has two large buttons in the chest area. Showbiz also wears a dark green bowtie, and a light green top hat with another bow on it, this one hot pink. His shoes, while maintaining the usual color, have flower pins on them, supposedly to "add a little bit flair".
==Personality==
Showbiz, is general, takes on a charismatic, somewhat flamboyant personality, likely thanks to his outward role as the competition host. His demeanor allows him to interact and please audiences with ease: he's a skillful commentator, he has a sharp sense of humor, and can catch even the most distracted Toad's attention with a single sentence. At times, however, he develops serious stage fright, especially when faced with huge crowds: this side of Showbiz shows its face multiple times in the story mode of Flagpole Battle. Nonetheless, Showbiz is a very charismatic and extroverted character, which is ironic considering Bandits are sub-species of Shy Guys.
==Appearances==
===Super Mario Flagpole Battle===
Showbiz's first appearance was as a major NPC in Super Mario Flagpole Battle: here, Showbiz is a significant character in the Campaign Adventure, serving the role as host of the massive competition that the characters take part in. He also appears as the announcer during games, and the one who announces who wins each match. Though he comes off as charismatic, flamboyant, and charming at first, he becomes visibly panicky and anxious as time progress, as he finds out that competitors, and eventually the prize money, are going missing. He is the prime suspect for the crime, and he pleads the remaining characters to find who really did the kidnappings, so the games can finish and he can escape the prospect of going to jail.
==Trivia==
*Showbiz supposedly disapproves of regular Bandits' lifestyle of thieving, thinking that working for wealth and respect comes with more dignity and hard work over stealing.
*The character was inspired by the more memorable Mario Party hosts, like Brighton & Twila and MC Ballyhoo, and Showbiz was created to replicate the memorability of these characters.
==Gallery==
Showbiz.png|Showbiz's appearance in Flagpole Battle.
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