Bristle

The Bristle are spiked monsters made of rock. They have high defense, and if Mario trys to attack one with his hammer, he'll end up hurting himself. Plus, this monster is impervious to fire.

Technique
The Special Moves, Art Attack, Supernova, and Earth Tremor will defeat a Bristle, as well as a Pow Block and an Earthquake. You can even defeat them by just using Superdodges.

Sub-Spieces
Dark Bristle

Regular Bristle

 * Stats: HP: 2, Attack: 1, Defense: 4
 * Tattle: That's a Bristle. ...Totally covered in spikes. They're so prickly! AND they're impervious to fire! Even trying to get close enough to whack it with a hammer is dangerous! Seriously, its spikes will totally pop out! So, since you can't jump on it or use your hammer... you'd better use an item!
 * Tattle Number: 84
 * Tattle Log: A petrified, spine-covered monster that attacks by charging at you and is impervious to fire. If you approach, its spikes will pop out and poke you.

Dark Bristle

 * Stats: HP: 8, Attack: 8, Defense: 4
 * Tattle: That's a Dark Bristle. It's an ancient creature made of rock. You can't jump on it because of its spikes, and you can't approach due to its spears. AND its Defense is high. You'd better take it out with special attacks or items.
 * Tattle Number: 85
 * Tattle: An ancient creature made of rock. Its Defense is high. You can't jump on it because of its spikes, and you can't get close to it because of its spears.