When guiding Princess Peach through her various transformations, players must complete two plays before rescuing the Sparkla. A strategic choice is to aid the Swordfighter Sparkla first since it involves two plays on the first two floors of Sparkle Theater, allowing the Sparkla's rescue before facing the third boss.

Explore this guide to uncover all Sparkle Gems in The Dark Swordfighter & the Arena play, maximizing collectibles during the initial run.

The Dark Swordfighter & the Arena Sparkle Gem Locations

Here's where each Sparkle Gem is hidden in The Dark Swordfighter & the Arena:

Sparkle Gem 1

Upon entering, defeat the bandits, proceed to the balcony, stand on the blue carpet's center to unveil a hidden area. Clear this area of enemies to acquire the first Sparkle Gem.

Sparkle Gem 2

Eliminate the six enemies, break nearby vases to access a hidden area behind a broken pillar where the second Sparkle Gem is waiting.

Sparkle Gem 3

Face three waves of enemies on the right to obtain the third Sparkle Gem.

Sparkle Gem 4

Break a vase near the stairs leading to the purple doorway to retrieve the fourth Sparkle Gem.

Sparkle Gem 5

To save the Swordfighter Sparkla, defeat the Dark Swordfighter by dodging and countering their attacks strategically. Repeat this process thrice to claim the final Sparkle Gem after defeating the boss.

Other Collectibles

Discover where to find the Ribboner and the Hide and Seek Theet in The Dark Swordfighter & the Arena play.

Ribboner Location

Before proceeding upstairs, break pots to free the Ribboner offering the Multicolored Swordfighter ribbon for Stella.

Hide and Seek Theet Location

Locate the camouflaged Theet on the right of the secret underground area's entrance to claim this hidden treasure.