In a match made in cross-media heaven, Nintendo’s dastardly second tier mascot, Wario, will be “invading” several Six Flags theme parks this September. In an effort to promote the upcoming Wario Land: Shake It! (out September 22, 2008 on the Wii), the chosen parks will be able to check out the game and win prizes.

In addition to this, a competition will be held at Six Flags St. Louis. and Six Flags Magic Mountain (near LA) to see who can complete a level from the game the fastest. The overall winner will get a trip to the Nintendo World store, and the best wagglers at every park will receive a “Bottomless Coin Sack” with a Wii, a copy of the game, a DS, and other fun stuff. Medical bills for your carpal tunnel syndrome not included.

Here’s the full list of participating parks and dates, via press release:

I headed over to Kings Island Amusement Park near Cincinnati, OH (USA), to get an up-close look at the Bat Pod to be featured in the upcoming The Dark Knight film (July 18, 2008). Check out the photo gallery below.

The Bat Pod was on display right inside the park’s main entrance near the water fountain and sectioned off with a few strings. You could get within an inch or two of the gun turrets…