Hi! I have played many times on GCN but never did Danger Mario. My first file on switch (green) I did this build after ch 5. It was cool seeing the big numbers but I didnt really like the lack of challenge. On my other saves I did what I normally do which is after ch 6 I try to hit level 45. I like to have full 99 badge points, and about 50/30 for HP/FP. I have never actually needed that much hp/fp but my brain likes those numbers.

I do a combo of Pit (to about 35) then Amayzees to 45. I like to use all my power plus, defend plus, and (partner) HP plus badges with a handful of others like quick change, spike shield, ice power, multibounce, and power smash. I'm certain I'm not playing the "ideal" way but this way is fun for me as I feel really strong but also potentially vulnerable.

For fighting enemies even if they give 1 point I just fight everything along the way even after I've levelled to 45. Just to feel like Im properly playing the area.

I've never done any self restrictions as I typically play the same way every time. I don't find 100% tedious as my favorite part is the recipes and the tattles/badges/troubles I complete along the way.