i'm not really much of a speedrunner anymore so if anyone is interested in speedrunning this game and is willing to manage the page, let me know on discord (or via email at phosparsec@gmail.com—discord greatly preferred). thank you!

This might have time save potential. Important to note that you cannot drop down before both explosions finish. If you do, and the mother's shield is up, it won't do damage. You might be able to time it so that you can drop down and have it open up in time for the second explosion to hit, though.

Also good to practice the throw, as it's a bit difficult.