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The second Mario themed RPG, Bowser has stolen the Star Rod and has now has near limitless power. Mario goes on a quest to save the Seven Star Spirits, and retrieve the Star Rod from Bowser in order to save Princess Peach and the Mushroom Kingdom.
Overview
Paper Mario is a RPG where Mario must once again save Princess Peach from Bowser yet again. This time he is joined by a cast of character helping him on his way through the various corners of Mushroom Kingdom to find the power necessary to save the princess.
Plot
The game starts out with Bowser and his minions raiding Star Haven, the home of the Star Spirits who grant the wishes of those in Mushroom Kingdom with the Star Rod. Bowser, traps the Star Spirits, steals the Star Rod and uses it to defeat Mario and kidnap the Princess. Mario must now save the Star Spirits, and face Bowser who now is more powerful than ever due to the Star Rod in order to save the princess and her castle which is floating in the sky.
Gameplay
Paper Mario is a turn based RPG where Mario and his partner can use a variety of methods to dispatch of their enemies. They can use physical attacks, items or Mario can use abilities given to him by released Star Spirits, the game's form of magic. Also, Mario can equip badges which give him new attacks to choose from or stat bonuses. Outside of combat, each of his allies have a special ability that help him traverse each of the areas he comes to on his adventures or find the various items scattered across the landscape.
Partners
Goombario -- Goombario, a Goomba, is the first partner that joins Mario. He uses his tattle ability in battle to give information on enemies (attack power, defense and HP). Outside of battle he gives information on the current location, as well as info on the various NPCs.
Kooper -- After Mario rids Koopa Village of the Fuzzies and retrieves Kooper's stolen Shell, Kooper joins Mario on his quest. Koopers special ability allows Mario to hit far off switches and retrieve items, by flinging his shell out a distance from Mario.
Bombette -- Bombette is a Bob-omb who joins Mario when he frees her from the dungeon within the KoopaBros Fortress. Her special ability is to destroy objects with giant cracks in them.
Parakarry -- Parakarry is a Paratroopamailman who joins Mario when he retrieves some letters that Parakarry lost. He allows Mario to fly over small gaps in the scenery.
Bow-- Bow is the Boo heir to the haunted Mansion in the forever Forest. She joins Mario in order to defeat the Clubba, Tubba Blubba. Her ability is to make Mario invisible, allowing spikes to pass through him, and causing enemies to give up chase.
Watt -- Watt was saved from the Lantern Ghost by Mario in the Shy Guy Toy Box. He allows invisible blocks to become visible.
Sushie -- Sushie is a Cheep Cheep who joins Mario after he finds the missing baby yoshison Lava lava Island. He allows Mario to swim in the water without taking damage.
Lakilester -- Lakilester is a rebellious Lakitu who joins Mario in order to defeat Huff N. Puff. Mario can jump on his back and float on his cloud, which moves faster and can travel across dangerous terrain.
| Game Name | Paper Mario |
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| Original US Release |
Feb. 5, 2001
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| Aliases | PM |
- A tropical island
- A volcano
- A toy box
- A scary forest
| Platform | User Reviews | Avg. Score |
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| All Reviews | 7 reviews |
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| Nintendo 64 | 6 reviews |
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| Wii Shop | 1 review |
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