How good is MAX INVINCIBILITY in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

how important is the invincibility stat? this determines how many invincibility frames (iframes) you have after getting hit by an item or hazard.
nintendo buffed the invincibility stat of some characters and parts in wave 6 of the dlc booster course pass, and also updated the system to buff the importance of invincibility!
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combo used:
petey piranha / badwagon / cushion tires / plane glider
all maximum invincibility characters/parts:
- baby peach / baby daisy / baby rosalina / lemmy / petey piranha / bowser / morton
- badwagon / GLA mercedes car
- cushion / monster / hot monster / off-road / retro off-road / triforce / metal
- wario wing, plane glider, gold glider, paraglider, super glider, waddle wing, hylian kite

[@BrandonChen-sdef123]

The shortcat and shortdog character arc was so touching. I really felt it when he left.

[@wasabilai9405]

Where were they touching you young man

[@MrZeeweee]

They need to 1v1

[@bassfaced1]

fax bro fax

[@iamsamiam777]

Hi Dylan! I really really miss your J Perm channel, when will you be back on there?

[@GerhardTreibheit]

​@@iamsamiam777those are 2 different entities

[@NeoYanneyDrawing]

I think invincibility should also reduce the amount of stun you receive from items or the time you stay small during the shock. That would make it a more relevant stat

[@italianguy13]

That's a good concept, nd its sensefull, plus not really OP

[@Shortcat321]

For balance that would definitely help, especially with calculating how much this stat actually affects things. Right now it's too hard to tell how much you should actually worry about the invincibility stat

[@Dospe]

I agree, although it'd have to be small because that would be broken fast. Like max invincibility should be maybe 70% of the stun of minimum. At the very least, I wish the current stat at least visually showed you how long you're invincible. Like use the classic "blinking invincibility" that's been in Mario games for over 30 years.

[@CPM_TV1]

@@Shortcat321 hi jmperm

[@_G.C]

If they give me double dash levels of stun time I'll be happy

[@majordub3671]

A moment of silence from Shortdog, he went from 1st to 11th in 10 seconds

[@bobosaurus331]

Shortdog got mariokarted

[@Shortcat321]

I had that precision blue shell timing

[@Igna311]

Daisy on DK mountain: First time?

[@EingefrorenesEisen]

Deserved for playing meta

[@rayzuke1232]

should have specked into invincibility.

[@arxade347]

I got so invested in the Shortdog rivalry arc, even though it only lasted a few minutes... RIP Shortdog, gone but not forgotten o7

[@songhong5624]

😭😭😭😭😭

[@Shortcat321]

Life has not been the same since...

[@Christmas_Joe]

Shortdog should be called Longdog, it is the opposite

[@songhong5624]

@@Christmas_Joe should be Minidog, perhaps Longrat

[@BrandonChen-sdef123]

Love how whenever shortcat sees someone with a name like his he just immediately starts targeting them

[@Shortcat321]

there can only be one

[@Azrage]

@@Shortcat321 Clearly the power is divided between everyone with a similar name, which is why you went from 11 and 12 to being in 1st the very next race.

[@user-hm9fj9nc1o]

@@Azrage r/oneorangebraincell

[@eliamdavis7802]

Imagine if he saw someone called jperm😂

[@CptJistuce]

​@@AzrageI remember that movie!

[@dalu378]

i loved the 16:30 moment when you zoomed onto peach's peach, i literally choked on my water when you said "i cant get over how big this combo is" 😆

[@aidenmahoney6034]

Same 😂😂😂 I was confused at first but then my mind 😅…

[@Althexia]

I play Peachette City Tripper so I know EXACTLY what was going on. 👀Dumpy.

[@aidenmahoney6034]

@Althexia ye very dumpy😏😏😏

[@OliviaGeometryDash]

reminds me of when he said “rosalina has a huge hole”

[@aidenmahoney6034]

Oml I remember that Rosalina one😅

[@Elephammer]

Hi Shortcat, Shortdog here. It was so much fun playing with you. I wanted to play longer but unfortunately had dinner. But thanks for the fun races and that blue shell absolutely ruined me😂

[@notarthur313]

what happened in the last race ?

[@Elephammer]

​@@notarthur313i got like blue shelled, bumped of and then red shelled. First to last in a moment😂

[@Heartache2491]

The legend

[@wickybugger]

"I was going so fast that I hit it from the back." ~Shortcat

[@LG-ii7gl]

LMAO

[@poyoonthewii8907]

16:26 that's such a big combo

[@furizasan4331]

Challenge idea: Mario Kart but you have to immediately use items you get, like a noob.

[@Natanquel]

W idea

[@Shortcat321]

I've already done a no items video which is kinda similar, but this is also a great idea! Might do it sometime in the future

[@DanTheMan-rr3yg]

lmao 17:50 "is that gonna be the difference maker this race" shortcat: immediately falls into the water

[@Derk3]

That’s a chunky combo 😅

[@theominouspigeon]

🅱️etey 🅱️iranha

[@LateNightTableCo]

Thi200cc

[@blixten635real]

16:30 is even chunkier..

[@Shortcat321]

Petey's head size is the real hidden stat and it made me run into bananas

[@Imkindabadatlife]

@@Shortcat321maybe the real hidden stats were the bananas we found on the way

[@LighterGreenGaming]

"life just hasn't been the same since shortdog left" 🤣🤣🤣

[@MichalNiemczyk]

Video idea: try the best traction vehicle to see how good it is

[@shybandit521]

Try the best traction vehicle and make every shortcut possible into a shroomless one

[@lol-ih1tl]

​@@shybandit521it's great for icy tracks like Mount Wario or GCN Sherbet Land

[@TofuCate]

I really love how you sound so happy playing this game. It feels like I'm playing with a friend beside me and laughing about all the wacky things that happens in Mario Kart. Keep it up Shortcat. I look forward to your videos every week.

[@ThomasSmith-cy7dx]

max ground speed = complete min ground speed = complete max acceleration = complete min acceleration = complete max weight = not complete min weight = not complete max ground handling = complete min ground handling = complete max traction = not complete min traction = not complete max mini turbo = complete min mini turbo = not complete max invincibility = complete min invincibility = complete These are just some ideas so that you know which max and minimum stats combos you have used or not used. I will edit this comment every time one of these new combos is used. Shortcat does not have to do these ideas but these are some options. I FREAKING LOVE SHORTCAT :)

[@Black-nf3tx]

"I was going so fast, that I hit it from the back" - Shortcat 2023 14:16 😳😳

[@sagnikdas6049]

16:29 he had me there for a sec 😂

[@TheHarumaki]

Me too😂😂😂

[@mysticmaya9426]

Did you hear about Nintendos second update? (after wave 6). They noticed people who didn't bag still didn't get power items as often - so they updated it again. Among other minor fixes to specific tracks

[@rconmaster]

minor fixes? which tracks did they update?

[@mysticmaya9426]

@@rconmaster It was either glider at Vancouver Velocity or Singapore Speedway. And something about the Statues in Daisy Circuit as well as Rome Avanti it was possible to get stuck somewhere

[@Shortcat321]

Yes i had to update my game and that's when i found out. I was hoping for something bigger (like fixing lag trail items) but just a few minor fixes

[@mysticmaya9426]

@@Shortcat321 I'm still glad. Because I definitely had issues getting power items when I was generally just MarioKarted. I still wonder how they have programmed the item boxes now

[@Black-nf3tx]

@@mysticmaya9426 They probably made it so it doesn't count as stopping at the item set if you get hit by an item in it and get multiple boxes

[@DryAMP813]

One thing I like about max invincibility is that Petey can be used for it. I don’t use that combo, but it’s funny to see one of if not the biggest character(s) have one of the biggest hitboxes with the highest invincibility. Petey’s going for the opposite of what he wants and the exact thing he wants at the same time Also “I should win on Big Blue not because I’m blue, but because I’m BIG!” Is probably one of the funniest Shortcat Statements

[@sidharthyarlagadda710]

I've been waiting for this video for so long, and I am so excited to finally see it come out. Great video by the way.

[@mcwinkle8059]

I feel like a recovery stat would have been better than an invincibility stat like even if max “recovery” just meant you recover a couple frames faster after getting hit

[@Shortcat321]

That would be really cool!

[@NewPolkCity]

@@Shortcat321do the cushion tires bouncing actually affect the drifting mechanic? Or does it just mess up visual cues and cause you to make a mistake? I don’t understand how it works and would appreciate your insight!

[@kuroginava8498]

That would make the mushroom a lot better

[@thumb7968]

I love seeing a shortcat video in my feed, such a great mix of teaching us about a childhood classic and just a fun, entertaining time. Love it!

[@LaPotatoElegante]

I've been subscribed to the channel since the first video, I don't even play Mario Kart! This is the only Mario Kart channel that I watch, and I liked it since the beginning because not only is it gameplay but in almost every video I learn something new about the game. You do amazing Shortcat! ^^

[@sagnikdas6049]

Dylan has mastered the art of commentary. That's why so many of us are addicted to these videos even when there is no topic. Like, take me for an example, I don't even play MK8D but I can easily watch his videos before falling asleep or while having a meal.

[@alanahbyron9966]

i genuinely just love watching you play mario kart, i’ve learnt so much from you!

[@carter.k7931]

I was laughing when Shortdog went from 1st to 11th

[@FoxyGrandpa75]

Typical cat freak 💀

[@JettBowden]

this channel has helped me get a ton better at mario kart thanks so much shortcat😃

[@kirzaa_]

It’s great to see you back after a week without long videos. We missed you bro :)

[@mailiam1]

Mr. Cat, your content is so good for the community. My friend who has previously had no interest in competitive Mario Kart just started getting into it because he found your videos. Keep it up bro

[@Cassie_Lyn]

Recently found your channel and its makin me wanna buy/play mario kart lol, entertaining videos. Keep it up :)

[@mateussalviano8807]

I was about to make a comment that you should make a challenge of only staying in the middle of the pack, since you've done bagging and frontrunning and dominated in both, and then you posted this video. It was a perfect combo for just that XD. Great video as always Shortcat!

[@gonzaurra1]

I don't have Mario Kart 8 and I have rarely even played it. But there is something about your vids that is magnificent for real. The gameplay is just so fun to watch. I have seen like 10 of your vids per day for the last week. Greetings from Chile my man keep up the good work.

[@str4wb3rry13]

A change that would be meta breaking but make the invincibility stat more useful is if it affected the invisiblity times of items. Obviously it couldn't be like a 4 second differece between lowest and highest invincibility, but like a 1 second delta could be enough for people to consider the invisiblity stat in their builds. One can dream I guess.

[@Shortcat321]

Imagine it makes the bullet go longer 😳

[@str4wb3rry13]

@@Shortcat321 what if you could get access to different bullet extensions based on invincibility stat differences 🤯

[@Plantboy118]

I really love your content shortcat!

[@jaydenriley3236]

Thank you for posting I love your channel and your videos always make my day better thank you

[@manidk4835]

the first time i've be early to one of ur videos. you're one of my fav mariokart creators and inspire to actually be good at mariokart 💕

[@KnockOut49]

This combo just looks so funny bro I was laughing at how you were getting solid results against high VR Japanese players

[@MisterStar64]

Your videos really got me into Mairo Kart recently! Also there's accounts on TikTok stealing your videos and reposting them

[@davidanoble]

Thanks for uploading your videos in 4k! I don't even have a 4k display, but KZbin sends higher-quality packets when I set the resolution to 4k, lol

[@jordanvankay4119]

I’d really like to see the advanced guide sometime soon!

[@MadMax0407]

Yo just discovered this channel and I'm already loving it, favorite part was 17:51 for sure

[@2god4u_68]

It feels like you had fun editing this video :D

[@mdmackint]

New rival unlocked: Shortdog 😅

[@Zeffe.]

Just clicked on my subscriptions tab, didn’t expect a shortcat vid from less than a minute ago

[@Miniya]

i randomly got into the same lobby as you today when playing worldwide races! i'm from germany so i was very happy :) i think we played the bowser castle 3 together

[@TheAnimeHall]

I love how in every video Shotcat manages to find a lifelong rivalry or the alliance of a lifetime. Even if the reasons are trivial at best.

[@TrulyXenon]

Never would I have thought that shortcat would actually want to get hit in Mario kart! It’s like he asked to get hit and he shall not receive it, but in regular races it’s almost the opposite. Nice video

[@DTL1964]

Just Noticed I was in this Video, Massive GGS in the lobby man and it was a blast playing with you

[@d4yw4lker]

Hi I just found your channel and really enjoy your content! One question from someone who never really played MK online: Are the “professional” races you play on 150 or 200cc? I sometimes can’t tell if it just feels slower than 200, because you drive so good :’D Especially in older videos where you try different challenges. I just assumed people always choose 200cc.

[@Mindstormer]

Ive been waiting for this one! Haha

[@Nicholas86753]

I can't wait for max traction vs no traction video

[@Meepers26]

I love the positivity of Shortcat, always a bright spot in the day

[@JustK4Y1512]

16:29 shortcat caught lacking

[@tabbywarrior]

That big blue race had nero; actual legend

[@Sebboebbo]

Da king is back baby he neva miss

[@schleckLLS]

I got an interesting video idea, to play every combo shown in the MK8 Deluxe opening screens like for example: Bowser, Standart Quad and Monster tires! Would be fun to see what's ''the best one'' of those combos.

[@daegan_ftw]

Shortcat gettin' mad he's hitting it from the back! XD 14:16

[@MilesGonzaloMorales.]

Patiently waiting for Shortmonkey 🔥

[@MorningSunGamer]

This combo/invincibility definitely feels like it excels when you are in the middle when everyone has a star, bullet bill, etc. Like it somewhat counters a lot of items in specific scenarios. 17:34 is a perfect example.

[@AGCP974]

Hi Shortcat, do you think you can make a tutorial video for the operation of the Sokuji Command for the War MKU? Thank you! And great video!

[@RemyWillard]

15:04 Bad bounce off the Thwomp ends with a *M O R T I S* moment. 🪦 16:30 That zoom is more than a little sus. 👀 17:08 Interesting bit of phrasing, at least once the previous timestamp is factored into the equation. 😎 17:53 (in Radical Edward voice) "Shortcat? **sniff** **sniff** Bad 🍄?" 19:02 A frame-perfect pause here creates an epic screenshot with the background for the Bullet Bill.

[@loadingname4947]

This was an amazing video.

[@kordiwayt738]

What does bouncing do? 2:54 Could you explain more? Also, your shorts and videos helped me improve in Mario kart and I’m at 10k VR now!

[@HideyukiUchiha]

The blast being emitted from the Bullet Bill can make contact with those who get too close to it. That's just my guess however I'm loving your content. Keep it up.

[@chrisantony8133]

The Goat never misses 🎉

[@thebadennio3353]

Great video

[@karanaima]

Seems like a good combo for a real beginner because you would very often be in the middle of the pack in low vr rooms where everybody spams items mindlessly

[@AeyakS]

I really want to see a challeneg where you play this game while solving a bunch of rubiks cubes at the same time. I think that's a pretty uniqye challeneg that no one else has done before

[@anthonyboinot1505]

It's been a week that i'm using a new combo (yoshi - tanooki kart - cushions - cloud) because i'm getting too much mariokarted sometimes so i wanted a higher invicibility (3.5 for the actual combo), and surprisingly, it fits pretty good with my way to use it (and the speed/miniturbo rate is the same as with catcruiser and GLA tires) so i'm very satisfied of it because, for example twice the invicibility frame helped me to stay 1st (the runner behind me threw me a red shell that touch me and close after, the blue shell that didn't made any damage on me but hit the 2nd place instead ^^ ), the only negative point is the lack of acceleration of the combo (3.5 but it's not that bad either)

[@Shortcat321]

That's actually a great combo for its stats, i just don't like how the cushion tires are bouncy. After landing from a high place they can give you some brief air time which could mess up your drifting. I actually considered maining cushion tires before I found out about this.

[@kordiwayt738]

@@Shortcat321I’ve never heard about bouncing before! How does it work?

[@comprehendsirlgarbagedispo1495]

5:11 it was brutal thank you short cat

[@bguy9962]

ahh yess nothing but good content and engaging commentary

[@PavelR1]

One day Shortcat will face his real nemesis: Longdog

[@JOLO1515]

“I hit it from the back” If Mario Kart was sex 😂

[@Franwow]

"I hit it from the back." --Shortcat

[@erd_doener]

great video

[@AaronLorenzo-rf9ih]

4:36 golden bullet 😂

[@pokeguitaristjake6300]

I feel like SHORTCAT and SUCK!!! was some kid and his buddy. Nice displaying dominance on them. What a way to end it xD

[@milk10011]

Hi! I am sorry for asking this question but when are you going to post the advanced video?

[@cashbag]

10:25 Invincibility stat moment

[@grandpa_stanley7813]

I saw it the bullet hit him and did nothing

[@grandpa_stanley7813]

Oh nvm he mentions it like a minute later

[@Bnuuy_RR2]

Shortcat is so funny and so cool! He deserves a sub and like :)

[@DodgeThatAttack]

today i tried the standard quad on a whim and was amazed when i survived spaced triple reds with only 1 hit taken - it literally caused me to win the race instead of getting karted like shortdog. I am now here to preach that by just switching your vehicle to badwagon (apparently its exactly the same as quad, but more invincibility), it could be enough to completely screw over your opponents' sense for invincibility (the meta combo has basically none). I genuinely believe just a few seconds of invincibility is the sleeper meta

[@s1nenomine]

I played MKDD recently with a friend, and during a race I happened to dodge a blue shell and a red shell just by going in and out of drift, watching these shells pass me by the slightest of margins lol😱

[@hungersurvive653]

"i can never get used to how big" camera at peachettes peaches "my combo is"

[@atomiclight8574]

Despite what you might think, Invincibility is not tied to hugeness. You can run this combo with baby rosalina to get higher mini turbo and accel

[@BadPunZ]

Shortcat playing online battle mode would be an interesting sight now that they’ve gotten this good at racing normally

[@blaze4740]

9:33 pretty much summs up 3/4 of the perks in DBD

[@girlweird833]

I love the moment he saw Shortdog. Like he saw his brother for the first time in years in a large crowd.

[@user-ej6yz9vl1i]

I CAN HEAR YOUR CAT AT 12:46 . I though it was mine and I was like WTF i got my headset on

[@GerhardTreibheit]

16:29 I also can never get over how big... oh wait

[@mattb6522]

I don't think I knew about that hidden invincibility stat. I assumed all characters had the same amount of s, so that is pretty interesting. Though, it seems like it might only benefit you in specific scenarios. Like maybe it could help to not get juggled too hard by multiple items or even potentially saving you from the Blue Shell blast zone.

[@oopsie3415]

How bis is that combo omg At 17:20, during shock, you're almost bigger than Toadette while she was out of the shock already

[@sanderpiek8216]

5:18 "shortdog left!" A bit later: "life hasnt been the same without shortdog"

[@fltr_floozie]

Hey Shortcat! May I ask why you upload in 4k when the Switch doesn't run at that resolution?

[@AE0M]

Shortcat in love with peachette’s dumpy?

[@rahrahrahrahrahrahra]

I can't wait for the Shortanimal cinematic universe.

[@Wonderofme-ik3tf]

The not get hit stat is strong with petey piranha

[@theencolony5595]

Is there any other car components that add other physics like the cushion wheels? It would be cool to see a build with the most gimmicky kart!

[@camdude7234]

New shortcat video lets go

[@onebear6504]

The max size stat with the max hit box stat gets the max invincibility stat huh? Neat!