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In each level Karnov can collect a variety of items along the way, which can be chosen right away or only at certain times.

• Jump Boots - Allow Karnov to run faster and jump much higher temporarily.
• Bomb - Destroys enemies and some floors and walls which can lead to hidden areas.
• Ladder - Used to reach high places.
• Boomerang - Powerful throwing weapon that destroys most enemies in one hit and can be retrieved after being thrown.
• Super Fireball - 30 fireballs that destroy most enemies in one hit.

The items that are activated in special zones of levels are:

• Wings - Allow Karnov to fly for a limited amount of time.
• Scuba Helmet - Is used only in the fifth level (sea). Allows Karnov to swim faster in water.
• Mask - It will flash and a noise will sound where it can be used to receive a cache of hidden items.
• Trolley - Karnov can ride through and destroy ground enemies.

Misc items:

• Red Orb - Increase the firepower of Karnov, letting him spit more than one fireball at a time, with a maximum of three.
• Letter K - Although not really a special item, if Karnov collects 50 of these, he will earn an extra life.