This article contains spoilers of important plot details regarding the plotline of OMORI.
BOSS RUSH is a location in OMORI. It is a local attraction run by BOSS for those who want to refight the game's story-mandatory bosses within HUMPHREY, only accessible on ONE DAY LEFT of the OMORI ROUTE.
BOSS RUSH is only available on the OMORI ROUTE during the final day in HEADSPACE. It can be accessed from HUMPHREY in the puzzle room by going through the left tube. OMORI and his friends can challenge simulations of the story mandatory bosses again, such as YE OLD SPROUT. All enemies have higher stats compared to their normal boss variants.
Before taking on the challenge, the player can buy various items in preparation for the event from the MAILBOX. MARI and BASIL can be seen sitting at their own table, cheering on the group as they take on the challenge. BOSS stands at a nearby desk, waiting to boot up the simulation.
All the characters fought there consist of YE OLD SPROUT, DOWNLOAD WINDOW, SPACE EX-BOYFRIEND, KING CRAWLER, SIR MAXIMUS, SIR MAXIMUS II, SIR MAXIMUS III, (Note that all 3 Sir Maximus's are fought at once) LIFE JAM GUY, SWEETHEART, MR. JAWSUM, PLUTO (EXPANDED), THE SLIME GIRLS, and all three phases of HUMPHREY.
Depending on how many battles they win, a new trophy will appear in the main room. If you lose before defeating the three SIR MAXIMUSES, a PARTICIPATION RIBBON will be displayed. After defeating the SIR MAXIMUS trio, the COOL TROPHY will be displayed. After defeating PLUTO (EXPANDED), the COOLER TROPHY will be displayed. After defeating HUMPHREY, the COOLEST TROPHY will be displayed.
Clearing the event will grant the player the "Seriously, you're the coolest!" achievement, as well as MARI'S COOKIE.
Participation Ribbon
Cool Trophy
Cooler Trophy
Coolest Trophy
BASIL RUSH[]
Exclusive to the console releases, if the BOSS RUSH simulation was attempted at least once, the player has the option to interact with BASIL to initiate a special version of the event, known as the BASIL RUSH. From there, the group suggests that BASIL should try out the BOSS RUSH with OMORI as his partner for the entire run. Along with that, KEL secretly tells BOSS to program simulated versions of himself, AUBREY, and HERO into the event. Inspired by KEL's idea, MARI also tells BOSS to program a hologram of herself while keeping it a secret from everyone else other than KEL.
This will allow players to use BASIL as a playable party member when entering the simulation with OMORI. The order of bosses fought goes out the same as in the normal version, until the remaining two rounds that come after HUMPHREY's defeat. The penultimate round of the simulation has the two pitted against simulations of KEL, AUBREY, and HERO. Note that even if the player loses the first time around against the friends, they can still retry the battle as many times as possible until the latter group is defeated.
Once the simulation friends have been dealt with, the final opponent of the simulation turns out to be none other than a hologram of MARI herself. When the two take on the simulated MARI, things take a turn for the worse as the hologram ends up transforming into a hanged corpse, which serves as a horrific reminder of the truth behind MARI's death. After the fight abruptly ends, OMORI and BASIL find themselves back at the lobby room, presumably due to the former resetting the simulation in an attempt to further repress the truth.
BASIL considers fighting alongside his friends someday but immediately dismisses that thought as it won't be happening anytime soon. Completion of the special event will render it unavailable for the remainder of the game unless the player has a save file that reloads to a point before taking on the challenge.[1]
Are you guys thinking about taking on the BOSS RUSH challenge? Good luck! We'll be cheering you on.
BASIL
I'm happy that BOSS finally found his calling. You should take on the challenge! I know you can do it!
Boss Rush Completed:
MARI
Congrats on beating the BOSS RUSH, everyone! Here's a little gift from me. I made with all my love! Hehe...
You got MARI'S COOKIE.
MARI
You guys really put on a great show! BASIL and I watched you on the big screen over there. We were both at the edge of our seats!
BASIL
I can't believe you guys beat the BOSS RUSH! You guys are the coolest. I'm so lucky to have friends as strong as you.
Boss (Boss Rush)
Boss Dialogue (Boss Rush): Part 1
First Interaction:
BOSS
Hey, remember me? I'm BOSS and welcome to the BOSS RUSH challenge! I've been doing a lot of inner reflection since my days on the playground.
BOSS
Using the latest innovations in technology, I have devised an ultimate challenge for only the coolest challengers.
BOSS
Down here, you'll be able to experience simulations for fights that you have fought before... but stronger!
Prompt to enter the Boss Rush:
BOSS
So are you interested in taking on the BOSS RUSH challenge?
Answering yes to doing the challenge:
BOSS
Awesome-o! Let's get you all set up here.
Answering no to doing the challenge:
BOSS
Awww... Okay. Maybe next time!
Boss Dialogue (Boss Rush): Part 2
After setting up teleporter:
BOSS
And done-zo!
BOSS
Just head all the way to the right to the teleporter. Your first battle will start right away.
BOSS
Oh, and remember to heal up! MARI was so nice to bring one of her picnic baskets... and you should stock up on SNACKS and TOYS at the mailbox while you're at it.
Boss's advice:
BOSS
Good luck out there! Go get 'em!
BOSS
I'm sure there are even more creative ways to challenge yourself.
BOSS
I, for one, recommend using only BIG RUBBER BANDS!
Results:
BOSS
Hey, you did pretty good this time around... but you can't win 'em all.
BOSS
Come back again!
BOSS
Wow! You've really completed the BOSS RUSH challenge! Congrats, cool guys! Seriously, you're the coolest!
BOSS
Hey, congrats! You've earned the COOL TROPHY! I'll go ahead and display it in the lobby for ya.
BOSS
Hey, congrats! You've earned the COOLER TROPHY! I'll go ahead and display it in the lobby for ya.
BOSS
Hey, congrats! You've earned the COOLEST TROPHY! I'll go ahead and display it in the lobby for ya.
BOSS
Nice job! But let's see how you do against your next challenge!
After beating the Boss Rush:
BOSS
Hey, guys! How's it going? You've already beaten the BOSS RUSH challenge... but did you want to try again?
Basil Rush Event
Basil Boss Rush (Intro)
Introduction:
HERO
Phew... this BOSS RUSH challenge is pretty tough…
HERO
But at least when we’re battling, we know we’re not in any real danger...
AUBREY
That just gave me an idea, HERO!
AUBREY
Since we know we’re safe here, this might be a good chance for BASIL to practice battling!
HERO
That makes perfect sense! What do you think about that, BASIL?
BASIL
H-Huh! Me!?
BASIL
Well... To be honest, I’m kind of nervous...
BASIL
But I think I’ll be okay, especially with all of you!
KEL
Hey, wait a sec... If we all go with him, it'll be way too easy!
HERO
That's true. In that case, maybe just one of us should go.
HERO
Would you be up for it OMORI?
Selecting Yes:
BASIL
Sure, I’d be okay with that!
KEL
Oh, oh! I have an idea!
AUBREY
What did you ask BOSS to do, KEL?
KEL
Nothing... It’s a secret!
MARI
Ooooh... What is it, KEL? I want to know!
KEL
Okay! But don’t tell AUBREY!
AUBREY
Hey!
MARI
Mhmm... Mhmm... Oh!
MARI
That is very interesting! Now I have an idea, too!
AUBREY
Awww... This isn’t fair, KEL! You can't keep us in the dark like this...
HERO
Yeah, I want to know too!
KEL
Don’t worry! It’s way more fun this way!
AUBREY
For you, maybe...
MARI
Yup! And if everything goes as planned, we’ll be able to watch it from the monitor.
MARI
I hope you’re ready, OMORI and BASIL!
MARI
Though I’m sure you will both be fine.
MARI
Now go kick some butt!
BASIL
Thanks, everyone. We’ll try our best!
BASIL
Let’s do this, OMORI!
Selecting No:
BASIL
Ah... You’re right. Maybe it’s better to wait...
Basil (Boss Rush Lobby)
Talking to Basil after Boss Rush
Initial Dialogue:
BASIL
Hey, OMORI! Are you ready to take on the BOSS RUSH challenge with me now?
Selecting Yes:
BASIL
Alright, let’s do this together!
BASIL
I’m a little worried about what KEL and MARI have planned, but I’m sure we’ll be fine!
Selecting No:
BASIL
Okay, no worries! Maybe we can do this some other time!
Attempting to leave with Basil
Initial Dialogue:
BASIL
Ah... Sorry, OMORI. I don’t think I’m ready to battle out there yet. Do you want to go do something else first?
Selecting Yes:
BASIL
Okay, no worries! Maybe we can do this some other time!
Basil Rush attempted
Initial Dialogue:
BASIL
Hey, OMORI! Are you ready to take on the BOSS RUSH challenge with me again?
Selecting Yes:
BASIL
Alright, let’s do this together!
BASIL
I’m sorry that I’m so weak... but I can feel myself improving little by little!
BASIL
Oh, yeah! We haven’t seen what KEL and MARI planned yet... I wonder what it is.
Selecting No:
BASIL
Okay, no worries! Maybe we can do this some other time!
After losing to Kel, Aubrey, and Hero
Initial Dialogue:
BASIL
Hey, OMORI! Are you ready to take on the BOSS RUSH challenge with me again?
Selecting Yes:
BASIL
Alright, let’s do this together!
BASIL
I’m sorry that I’m so weak... but I can feel myself improving little by little!
BASIL
I was surprised to see simulations of KEL, AUBREY, and HERO. They’re pretty tough, but I’m sure we can defeat them if we work together!
Selecting No:
BASIL
Okay, no worries! Maybe we can do this some other time!
Friends Dialogue
Friends (Boss Rush Lobby)
Before taking on special challenge:
HERO
Remember to get some SNACKS and TOYS at the mailbox. Better to be safe than sorry!
KEL
You got this BASIL! Show them your SKILLS!
AUBREY
I wonder what KEL and MARI have planned... I don’t like secrets!
MARI
Why are you giving me that strange face, OMORI? Just go have fun!
After losing to Kel, Aubrey, and Hero:
MARI
KEL is so creative! He’s great at coming up with interesting things to do... and interesting new ways to get in trouble...
AUBREY
Everyone’s simulations look so accurate. Sigh... Is that really what I look like?
KEL
Yo, that last battle looked sooooooooo awesome!! I don’t even know which side to cheer for! Heh, heh…
HERO
I don’t know about you guys, but I think my simulation is kind of weird...
Boss (Basil Rush)
Initial Dialogue:
BOSS
Woah, BASIL! You want to take on the BOSS RUSH challenge too? Take care of him, OMORI!
BOSS
Let me just get this teleporter set up for you.
After losing to Kel, Aubrey, and Hero:
BOSS
Did you like KEL’s surprise? That was probably one of his better ideas.
BOSS
If you want to try again, I can teleport you straight to that fight! Did you want me to do that?
Friends (Boss Rush Screen)
After the Sir Maximus family is defeated:
KEL
Woah!! You guys did awesome!
AUBREY
Move over, KEL! You’re hogging the whole screen!
AUBREY
You two are doing amazing! Keep going!
KEL
But I just said the same thing…
After Pluto (Expanded) is defeated:
HERO
Awesome job, guys! Keep it up!
MARI
I know you can’t hear us, but we’re cheering as loud as we can!
After Humphrey is defeated:
KEL
Heck yeah! Show HUMPHREY who’s boss!
AUBREY
Huh? Isn’t this the end of the challenge?
AUBREY
What did you and MARI do anyway? I didn’t see anything strange.
MARI
Oh... You’ll see soon enough!
AUBREY
Wait! is that me?
HERO
Hey, that’s not us! We’re us!
KEL
Heh, heh! Bet you didn't expect that!
KEL
Don’t worry, guys… They’re not as strong as we are, so give it your all!
MARI
Good luck, you two! I know you can do it!
After Aubrey, Kel, and Hero are defeated:
HERO
Huh? What's MARI doing down there??
HERO
Stay right there, okay? I’m coming for y-
HERO
Oh, wait... You’re right here!
MARI
Oh, HERO. You’re so silly!
MARI
I know I'm not suited for battle… But I just had to see what it would look like! Hehe…
AUBREY
I want to see MARI battle, too! I’m so excited!
MARI
Don’t worry, OMORI and BASIL! It’s not really me! I'll be right here!
MARI
Bye, now! We’ll see you soon!
Basil Rush (Aftermath)
Speaking to Mari:
MARI
You’re looking at me funny, OMORI. Is something wrong? What is it? You can tell me anything!
MARI
I know you aren’t the best at expressing yourself, OMORI... but I can still tell when something is on your mind.
MARI
I hope you know that as your big sister, I will always be here for you! I’ll take care of you for as long as I am here... and that means forever!
Speaking to Basil:
BASIL
Hi, OMORI! Watching you guys battle foes on the monitor makes me wish I could join you one day.
BASIL
Just... maybe not anytime soon...
If Basil was equipped with a charm:
BASIL
It is strange, though. I sort of feel like I’ve already-
BASIL
Huh, what’s this? This isn’t mine...
BASIL
Actually, I’m pretty sure this is yours. Here, you can have it back!
BASIL gave you <charm name>.
Speaking to Basil again (if equipped with a charm):
BASIL
A-Ah! What is it, OMORI? Your entire expression changed.
BASIL
I really don’t know how it got there. I didn’t steal it, I promise!
GALLERY[]
MAPS[]
Lobby Room
Battle Room
Boss Rush Logo
EXTRAS[]
Boss as he appears on a monitor when congratulating the group for winning a trophy.
Kel as he appears on a monitor when speaking to Omori and Basil during the special event.
Aubrey as she appears on a monitor when speaking to Omori and Basil during the special event.
Hero as he appears on a monitor when speaking to Omori and Basil during the special event.
Mari as she appears on a monitor when speaking to Omori and Basil during the special event.
TRIVIA[]
This is the only area where BASIL can be used as a playable character.
The special event with BASIL as a party member is listed as BASIL RUSH in the game's data.
The BGM that plays within the BOSS RUSH area is the same one used for OTHERMART PHARMACY in FARAWAY TOWN.
LIFE JAM GUY is the only enemy in the BOSS RUSH area where the player can use the RUN AWAY option as the fight is only there to provide the group a means of briefly recovering before the next match.
If BASIL was equipped with a charm, more unique dialogue will play out during completion of the special event. BASIL gives OMORI back the charm not before mistaking the latter's expression towards him as an accusation of theft while confuting the claim.
Speaking to MARI after completing the special event prompts unique dialogue where she questions OMORI on why he is looking at her so strangely before dismissing it. She then reassures OMORI that she will always take care of him as long as she is with him forever.