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* ''This article is about the character's role in [[Main Page|Rayman fan games]]. For the character in {{rw|Rayman (series)|official games}}, see {{rw|Antitoon}}.''

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'''Darktoon''' is a recurring mini-boss enemy in ''[[Rayman Redemption]]'' and ''[[Rayman ReDesigner]]''. He is an [[antitoon]] with some unique features, who has been given special powers by [[Mr Dark]].

After trying and failing several times, [[Darktoon]] eventually falls into disfavor with [[Mr Dark]], and has his powers taken away from him. He subsequently becomes friendly to [[Rayman]] and his friends.

Darktoon resembles an [[antitoon]], with a dark blue head/body and light-blue hair and hands. He is slightly larger, his face is elongated, and he has a purple cloak. His shoes are purple as well, instead of red, like those of the normal [[antitoon]]s.

Darktoon's primary attack consists of hovering in the air, and hurling fireballs at [[Rayman]], similar to those of [[Mr Dark]]. He is also able to curl into a fast-spinning purple ball and bounce around the arena, launching flames towards either side every time he hits the ground. Both the flames and Darktoon's touch are able to hurt [[Rayman]]. In each encounter, Darktoon gains additional attacks.

{{quote|text=I'm Darktoon, [[Mr Dark]]'s right-hand man. He gave me the power to stop you! I'll finish you off before you can even start! |sign=Darktoon|source={{rr|Pink Plant Woods}}}}

{{quote|text=Curses! You annoying little rat! You've already made it this far and even defeated [[Mr Stone]]! I was sure that the big blockhead would crush you! Well, no matter! I won't let you reach the second [[Toontotem]]. I'll stop you right here!|sign=Darktoon|source=[[Tempest Terror]]}}

In the second encounter, Darktoon alternates fireballs, bounce attacks and lava rocks which he throws down at [[Rayman]]. These bounce around and can be either destroyed by [[Rayman]]'s first, or avoided by staying at the very edge of the screen, where the ground is slightly elevated.   In the second part of the fight, he will also introduce a shower of fireballs that cover a larger area of the screen at the same time.

{{quote|text=What are you doing here so deep in the caves? I thought I'd have time to collapse the way to the last [[Toontotem]]...! No matter, I'll just collapse the cave on you!|sign=Darktoon|source=[[Molten Depths]]}}

This arena is much harder than the previous two, as it consists of five platforms hovering over lava. Falling into the lava is instant death, although with some luck [[Rayman]] can [[grab]] the edge of a nearby platform, as they are pretty close to one another. Darktoon once again hovers high out of each, and switches to fireball attacks with dropping [[lava rock]]s from above. While the [[lava rock]]s are falling, Darktoon will always be floating directly above [[Rayman]], and can be hurt by his own falling [[lava rock|rock]] if [[Rayman]] positions himself in the right spot at the right time. After being hurt, Darktoon will bounce around the arena. This time, his bounces do not send out flames, but they are difficult enough to avoid with the additional risk of falling into lava. Also he is no longer dazed after bouncing, so the [[lava rock]]s remain the only means of hurting him.

{{quote|text=Curses! How do you just keep coming back, you limbless loser? I'll finish you right here, right now! No holding back! Gasp! [[Mr Dark]]!|sign=Darktoon|source=[[Tasty Reception]]}}

Darktoon attempts to challenge [[Rayman]] again in [[Tasty Reception]], but before long, he is interrupted by [[Mr Dark]]. The latter informs Darktoon that due to his failure to prevent [[Rayman]] from reaching {{rr|Candy Château}}, he is of no use to him anymore, then casts a spell reducing Darktoon to a pair of bouncing eyes, like defeated [[antitoon]]s.

When [[Rayman]] ascends [[The Lonely Cliff]] after [[Mr Dark]]'s escape following the battle of {{rr|Mr Dark's Dare}}, he unexpectedly finds Darktoon waiting there for him, among his friends. He's now friendly and is then seen with [[Rayman]]'s friends during the credits.

{{quote|text=Hey, it's me! I bet you didn't recognize me without my body? Well, it just so happens that [[Mr Dark]] didn't actually blow me up for good. He just took away all my powers! That means I can't fight you anymore. But to be honest, I was getting a bit bored of that. You go take down [[Mr Dark]]. He was always such a big meanie, even towards me. I'm just going to hit the beach and relax. Maybe even have a nice cool drink...|sign=Darktoon|source=[[The Lonely Cliff]]}}

Darktoon is featured as an enemy in ''[[Rayman ReDesigner]]'', and was added in version 1.4.0. He levitates horizontally towards [[Rayman]]'s direction and constantly attacks him with series of two magic projectiles. His movement can be restricted by reactionary tiles placed on his way.

He's one of the few returning bosses from ''[[Rayman Redemption]]'' who can be defeated.

It takes twenty normal hits to defeat him, sending him flying away like regular enemies. Alternatively, seven golden or charged and aerial punches are enough, four with a charged or jumped [[Golden Fist]], or just two hits with the [[Heavy Metal Fist]]. Touching him with the [[Great Protoon|Invincibility power-up]] defeats him instantly.

Due to an oversight, his projectiles used to be hearable even when far away. This was fixed in version 1.4.4.

* The introductory bit of '''''Darktoon's Mischief''''' is not heard in the game and is only featured in the ''[[Rayman Redemption]]'' soundtrack. This is the only music in ''[[Rayman Redemption]]'' to be different in its soundtrack release.