Crystal Bit

Crystal Bits are jewels that belong to Crystal King. They assist him in his battle with Mario during the events of Paper Mario. They can be destroyed quickly with a multi-hitting attack, like multibounce or Thunder Rage. Crystal King can summon them several times throughout battle, using up a turn.

Although they are easily killed, it is more advantageous to leave them alive. If they are killed, Crystal King will shoot a bolt of ice at Mario, dealing 8 damage and possibly freezing him. If properly defended against, the barrage of Crystal Bits can do significantly less damage.

Trivia

 * The Crystal Bits both resemble and serve a similar purpose as the Elemental Crystals to Culex in Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars.