Vacuum Block

The Vacuum Block is a key item from Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story. It allows Bowser to use the Vacuum command in battle.

When Bowser met Broque Monsieur, the latter was stranded on a small island off the coast of Plack Beach. Broque Monsieur implored Bowser to rescue him, but Bowser was unmoved. Just as Bowser was about to leave, however, Broque Monsieur offered the Vacuum Block as incentive for his rescue. Seeing this, Bowser agreed to assist Broque Monsieur. Picking up a small rope that was tied to the island, Bowser dragged Broque Monsieur to shore with the help of Mario and Luigi.

The Vacuum Block allows Bowser to use the Vacuum Mushroom's power offensively. Bowser can use it to uncover the hidden Blitties during battle, and to steal various helpful items from monsters. Additionally, it can be used to inhale some entire monsters, forcing the Mario Bros. to fight them in Bowser's stomach. This last function features heavily in the final battle with Dark Bowser.

Trivia

 * The vacuum block is not affected by stats.
 * The vacuum block can also be activated with the Y button and can be used very strongly if pressed together with the X button.