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{{about|the organization|other uses|[[Bowser's Minions (disambiguation)]]}} | {{about|the organization|other uses|[[Bowser's Minions (disambiguation)]]}} | ||
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{{quote|All right, people! Form ranks! [[Jagger]], head of the [[Terrapin|shelled warriors]]! [[Wizakoopa]], master of the [[Magikoopa|hooded sorcerers]]! And last but not least, [[Goomhilde]], grande dame of the groundling [[Goomba]]s! This is our finest moment! Bowser's Minions are invincible! We shall be victorious! The bridge is [[Vista Hill|down]], but we'll find a way to get back [[Bowser's Castle|in]]! Move out, on the double!|Bowser|''[[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|Super Mario RPG]]'' ([[Nintendo Switch]])}} | {{quote|All right, people! Form ranks! [[Jagger]], head of the [[Terrapin|shelled warriors]]! [[Wizakoopa]], master of the [[Magikoopa|hooded sorcerers]]! And last but not least, [[Goomhilde]], grande dame of the groundling [[Goomba]]s! This is our finest moment! Bowser's Minions are invincible! We shall be victorious! The bridge is [[Vista Hill|down]], but we'll find a way to get back [[Bowser's Castle|in]]! Move out, on the double!|Bowser|''[[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|Super Mario RPG]]'' ([[Nintendo Switch]])}} | ||
The Koopa | '''Bowser's Minions''', also known as the '''Koopa Troop''',<ref name="SMRPG Koopa Troop">{{cite|quote=This is our finest moment! The Koopa Troop is invincible! We shall be victorious!|author=[[Bowser]], in [[Rose Way]]|title=''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]''}}</ref><ref name="BJJ Koopa Troop">{{cite|quote=Let's show 'em what the Koopa Troop can do!|author=[[Bowser Jr.]], in [[Extra Spice]]|title=''[[Bowser Jr.'s Journey]]''}}</ref><ref name ="SMR Koopa Troopa>{{cite|quote=One of the members of the infamous Koopa Troop, its shell can be kicked after this foe has been stomped.|author=in-game description for the [[Koopa Troopa|Green Koopa Troopa]]|title=''[[Super Mario Run]]''}}</ref> '''Team Bowser''',<ref>{{cite|author=[[Play Nintendo]]|language=en-us|date=May 14, 2022|timestamp=0:27|url=youtu.be/2EzBpsxVU_M?t=27|title=''Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury'' – GET THEM GOOMBAS! 💪🍄 {{!}} @Play Nintendo|publisher=YouTube|accessdate=May 30, 2022|quote=Goombas are loyal members of Team Bowser ({{file link|YT Play Nintendo 2022-05-14 screencap Team Bowser.png|Screen capture}})}}</ref> and originally as the '''Turtle Empire''',<ref name="SMB Turtle Empire">{{cite|quote=Soldier of the Turtle Empire, his orders are to find and destroy Mario.|title=''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'' instruction booklet|publisher=Nintendo|language=en-us|page=10}}</ref> is the primary antagonistic force of the [[Super Mario (franchise)|''Super Mario'']] franchise. It is an organization of armed forces led by [[Bowser]]. The Minions repeatedly try to conquer the [[Mushroom Kingdom]] and sometimes other areas, with their goals based mainly on Bowser's own interests. Not all members of the Minions are [[Koopa (species)|Koopas]], although they serve as the majority of them and also often have high-ranking roles. According to official character books, the army is led by the Turtle Tribe, with older material indicating the members of Bowser's "royal family" as leaders. In both ''Super Mario Pia'' and ''[[Super Mario Bros. Encyclopedia|Encyclopedia Super Mario Bros.]]'', the "royal family" term is missing, and in general, the organization of Bowser's army is no longer explained, with the former reconfirming that the Turtle Tribe still leads it. As shown in ''[[New Super Mario Bros.]]'', ''[[Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle]]'', and ''[[Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey]]'', when Bowser is absent, [[Bowser Jr.]] takes leadership of the Minions. It is also implied in ''[[Paper Mario: The Origami King]]'' that Bowser Jr. has his own army within the Minions. | ||
On some occasions, Bowser has teamed up with others (such as [[Antasma]] in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Dream Team]]'') to achieve a common goal, while | The Koopa forces differ between appearances, though [[Goomba]]s and [[Koopa Troopa]]s consistently appear as the most common and basic troops. More elite troops of the organization consist of, for example, [[Hammer Bro]]s and [[Magikoopa]]s. Aside from Bowser and Bowser Jr., other notable members have been shown to hold positions of authority and leadership within the organization's hierarchy. The most prominent examples include the [[Koopalings]] (particularly common in the case of the 2D platformers) and [[Kamek]] (especially in the case of the ''Yoshi'' franchise). Other species-specific monarchs/chiefs, such as [[Goomboss]], [[King Boo]], [[King Bob-omb]], [[Whomp King]], and [[Petey Piranha]] also exist within the Minions, still acting under Bowser. | ||
On some occasions, Bowser has teamed up with others (such as [[Antasma]] in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Dream Team]]'') to achieve a common goal, while in other occasions, the control of the army was forcibly taken by someone else (such as [[King Olly]] in ''[[Paper Mario: The Origami King]]''). Instances of the latter usually have Bowser temporaily team up with [[Mario]] and his friends to regain control of the Minions. | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
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===''Super Mario'' series=== | ===''Super Mario'' series=== | ||
[[File:SM3DL W7.png|thumb|300px|Bowser and his minions in ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]'']] | [[File:SM3DL W7.png|thumb|300px|Bowser and his minions in ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]'']] | ||
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====''The Adventures of Super Mario Bros. 3''==== | ====''The Adventures of Super Mario Bros. 3''==== | ||
In ''[[The Adventures of Super Mario Bros. 3]]'', Bowser's | In ''[[The Adventures of Super Mario Bros. 3]]'', Bowser's Minions appear as recurring characters, the most frequent being the [[Sledge Bro]]s, [[Boomerang Bro]]s, and [[Paragoomba]]s. | ||
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===''Yoshi'' franchise=== | ===''Yoshi'' franchise=== | ||
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Like in the mainline ''Super Mario'' platformers, Bowser's | Like in the mainline ''Super Mario'' platformers, Bowser's Minions appear as the main enemies in the [[Yoshi (franchise)|''Yoshi'' franchise]] and are led by [[Baby Bowser]], who is cared for by [[Kamek]]. Kamek sends his [[Toady|Toadies]] to steal [[Baby Mario]] or the other babies from [[Yoshi]] and the other [[Yoshi (species)|Yoshi]]s as they adventure through [[Yoshi's Island (location)|Yoshi's Island]] to save [[Baby Luigi]], and the [[stork]] from Bowser's Minions and help the baby brothers reunite with each other. The composition of the troop follows somewhat different trends in the ''Yoshi'' franchise than the mainline ''Super Mario'' platformers. For example, [[Shy Guy]]s appear as the most commonly encountered and basic enemy in the Koopa Troop instead of Goombas and Koopa Troopas. | ||
===''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars'' / ''Super Mario RPG''=== | ===''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars'' / ''Super Mario RPG''=== | ||
During ''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]'' and [[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|its remake]], Bowser's Minions | During ''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]'' and [[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|its remake]], Bowser's Minions are taken over by the [[Smithy Gang]] when they invade [[Bowser's Castle|Bowser's Keep]] via [[Exor]]. Over the course of the game, Bowser slowly loses the remainder of his Minions, with the [[Terrapin]] leader [[Jagger]] and Goomba leader [[Goomhilde]] defecting, while [[Magikoopa]] leader [[Wizakoopa]] is brainwashed by the Smithy Gang to defend Bowser's Castle. | ||
By the time Bowser is met at [[Booster Tower]], there are no more remaining Minions by his side. He is then forced to become allies with Mario, [[Mallow]], and [[Geno]] in order to regain his troops, although he claims they actually joined him and are now members of his army. Bowser regains control of his troops after [[Smithy]] is defeated, and they go about repairing his castle. | By the time Bowser is met at [[Booster Tower]], there are no more remaining Minions by his side. He is then forced to become allies with Mario, [[Mallow]], and [[Geno]] in order to regain his troops, although he claims they actually joined him and are now members of his army. Bowser regains control of his troops after [[Smithy]] is defeated, and they go about repairing his castle. | ||
===''Mario Party'' series=== | |||
Koopa Kids act as Bowser's primary minions throughout the ''[[Mario Party (series)|Mario Party]]'', with many of them accompanying him in Mario Party, ''[[Mario Party]]'', ''[[Mario Party 2]]'', ''[[Mario Party 3]]'', ''[[Mario Party 4]]'', ''[[Mario Party 5]]'', ''[[Mario Party 6]]'', ''[[Mario Party Advance]]'', and ''[[Mario Party 7]]'', though several other minions appear in various games in the series. | |||
====''Mario Party''==== | ====''Mario Party''==== | ||
In ''Mario Party'', one of Bowser's Goomba minions appears on [[Peach's Birthday Cake]] and sells "Strawbery Seed decorations" for 30 coins, which grow [[Piranha Plant]]s. The Goomba also hosts the Flower Lottery, congratulating players and forcing them to see Bowser and purchase the [[Bowser's bogus items|Bowser Cake]] if they "win". On [[Eternal Star]], seven Koopa Kids guard the Stars for Bowser, challenging the players for them. | In ''Mario Party'', one of Bowser's Goomba minions appears on [[Peach's Birthday Cake]] and sells "Strawbery Seed decorations" for 30 coins, which grow [[Piranha Plant]]s. The Goomba also hosts the Flower Lottery, congratulating players and forcing them to see Bowser and purchase the [[Bowser's bogus items|Bowser Cake]] if they "win". On [[Eternal Star]], seven Koopa Kids guard the Stars for Bowser, challenging the players for them. | ||
====''Mario Party 2''==== | ====''Mario Party 2''==== | ||
In ''Mario Party 2'', a Koopa Kid appears where the Star Space was on boards and takes 5 coins from the player when they pass. Later on, several Koopa Kids kidnap Toad following Bowser's orders and appear as hosts, bankers and shopkeepers in [[Bowser Land]]. | In ''Mario Party 2'', a Koopa Kid appears where the Star Space was on boards and takes 5 coins from the player when they pass. Later on, several Koopa Kids kidnap Toad following Bowser's orders and appear as hosts, bankers and shopkeepers in [[Bowser Land]]. A few of Bowser's Minions can be seen in Bowser Land, with several also being depicted as floats in the [[Bowser Parade]]. | ||
====''Mario Party DS''==== | ====''Mario Party DS''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario Party DS]]'', | In ''[[Mario Party DS]]'', Bowser's Minions appear as bosses, attempting to prevent Mario and friends from reaching Bowser's Castle and returning to their original size. | ||
====''Mario Party 9''==== | ====''Mario Party 9''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario Party 9]]'', playable characters Shy Guy and Magikoopa act as | In ''[[Mario Party 9]]'', playable characters Shy Guy and Magikoopa act as Bowser's Minions in the game's Solo Mode, stealing back the [[Mini Star]]s from the heroes for Bowser if either of them wins in a board. Bowser also sends his minions to each location throughout story mode to deal with the heroes and guard the Mini Stars. [[Bob-omb Factory]] is also stated to be a base of Bowser's Minions where things such as Bob-ombs are produced. | ||
====''Mario Party: Island Tour''==== | ====''Mario Party: Island Tour''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario Party: Island Tour]]'', several | In ''[[Mario Party: Island Tour]]'', several of Bowser's Minions, also referred to here as Bowser's underlings, appear as guards in [[Bowser's Tower]] after its creation near the [[Party Islands]]. Bowser also creates [[bubble clone]]s of the playable characters to challenge the player using his bubble machine at the top of the tower. | ||
====''Mario Party 10''==== | ====''Mario Party 10''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario Party 10]]'', | In ''[[Mario Party 10]]'', Bowser's Minions appear as bosses guarding the [[Fortress]]es and [[Castle]]s on each board. Minions such as [[Lava Bubble]]s and [[Charvaargh]]s appear as obstacles on [[Chaos Castle]]. | ||
[[File:SMP intro - Bowser's minions.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Bowser and his minions in ''Super Mario Party'']] | |||
====''Super Mario Party''==== | ====''Super Mario Party''==== | ||
In ''[[Super Mario Party]]'', a group of Bowser's Minions join Bowser in competing alongside Mario and friends for the title of Super Star, while Kamek also serves as a judge alongside [[Toad]] and [[Toadette]]. | |||
In ''[[Super Mario Party]]'', | |||
====''Mario Party Superstars''==== | ====''Mario Party Superstars''==== | ||
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===''Paper Mario'' series=== | ===''Paper Mario'' series=== | ||
====''Paper Mario''==== | ====''Paper Mario''==== | ||
In ''[[Paper Mario]]'', | In ''[[Paper Mario]]'', Bowser’s army is known as the '''Koopa Corps'''<ref name="PM Koopa Corps">{{cite|quote=Koopa Corps. Presents... The 64th Trivia Quiz-Off!!|author[[Mr. Hammer]] at the [[64th Trivia Quiz-Off]]|title=''[[Paper Mario]]''}}</ref>. They take over the Mushroom Kingdom after Bowser steals the [[Star Rod]], captures [[Princess Peach]] by lifting [[Peach's Castle|her castle]] from the ground and seals the [[Star Spirits]] into cards. Throughout the game, Bowser’s army stand in Mario’s way by hiding each of the Star Spirits away in different places. In Bowser's Castle and Princess Peach's Castle, they are primarily represented by [[Koopatrol]]s, [[Hammer Bro]]s., and blue Magikoopas, occasionally joined by others. During Chapter 7, [[Lakilester]], a [[Lakitu]] working for [[Huff N. Puff]] defects from the army, choosing to help Mario instead. | ||
The Koopa Corps also hosts the [[64th Trivia Quiz-Off]] in Peach’s Castle, an event presented by [[Mr. Hammer]]. | The Koopa Corps also hosts the [[64th Trivia Quiz-Off]] in Peach’s Castle, an event presented by [[Mr. Hammer]]. | ||
====''Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door''==== | ====''Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door''==== | ||
In ''[[Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door]]'' and its [[Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (Nintendo Switch)|remake]], Bowser's | In ''[[Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door]]'' and its [[Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (Nintendo Switch)|remake]], Bowser's Minions are known as the '''Koopa Clan'''<ref name="TTYD Koopa Clan">{{cite|quote=Mewh heh heh heh heh! You dare scoff at us?! Koopa Clan... FORM UP!|author=[[Kammy Koopa]], during Chapter 5|title=''[[Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (Nintendo Switch)|Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door]]''}}</ref>, a name also used to refer to [[Koopa (species)|Koopas]] as a whole, in both these games and others. They follow Bowser in his search of Princess Peach and the [[Crystal Stars]] in [[Rogueport]] and the areas surrounding it. The Koopa Clan first appears after Bowser summons them to confront the [[X-Nauts]] led by [[Lord Crump]] in [[Twilight Town]]. From this point onwards, the enemies such as Koopatrols and Hammer Bros. can be found in [[Rogueport Underground]]. Once again, the Koopa Clan is represented by Koopatrols, Hammer Bros., and blue Magikoopas. | ||
====''Super Paper Mario''==== | ====''Super Paper Mario''==== | ||
Bowser's minions | Bowser's minions reapper in ''[[Super Paper Mario]]'', where they're first seen preparing to invade Peach's Castle, unaware that she had already been abducted. They are then captured by [[Count Bleck]] and taken to his castle, where they attend a sham wedding between Bowser and Princess Peach witnessing the creation of the [[Chaos Heart]]. Afterwards, Count Bleck's assistant [[Nastasia]] brainwashes most of the minions, who then act as enemies for the entire game. Certain members also help [[Luigi]] and Peach escape from [[Castle Bleck]] and some continue to serve Bowser in [[The Bitlands|the Bitlands]], holding down an old fort. | ||
====''Paper Mario: Sticker Star''==== | ====''Paper Mario: Sticker Star''==== | ||
In ''[[Paper Mario: Sticker Star]]'', Bowser's | In ''[[Paper Mario: Sticker Star]]'', Bowser's Minions appear to crash the [[Sticker Fest]], spectating as Bowser steals the [[Sticker Comet]] and subsequently splits it up into the [[Comet Piece]]s and [[Royal Sticker]]s, several of which fell in their hands. They are present throughout the game following his orders, attempting to hinder Mario's progress. | ||
====''Paper Mario: Color Splash''==== | ====''Paper Mario: Color Splash''==== | ||
In ''[[Paper Mario: Color Splash]]'', Bowser's | In ''[[Paper Mario: Color Splash]]'', Bowser's Minions once again follow Bowser's orders as he invades [[Prism Island]]. During the game, they follow Bowser despite him being under the [[black paint]]'s control, attempting to collect paint from Prism Island while guarding the [[Paint Star]]s. | ||
[[File:PMTOK Koopa Troop charge.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Bowser's Minions charge into Bowser's Castle]] | |||
====''Paper Mario: The Origami King''==== | ====''Paper Mario: The Origami King''==== | ||
Bowser's Minions return in ''[[Paper Mario: The Origami King]]'', where most of them are folded by [[King Olly]] into [[Folded Soldiers]], serving him. The remainder of the troops that managed to escape in Bowser's Castle are found working at [[Shangri-Spa]], after Kamek accidentally crashed the castle into the facilities. After Mario rescues Bowser, the troops assist them in reaching Peach's Castle in order to defeat King Olly and rescue Princess Peach. | |||
[[Café]]s ran by Bowser's | [[Café]]s ran by Bowser's Minions can occasionally be found throughout the game, and they serve as a secret hang out spots for Minions to relax. | ||
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====''Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga'' / ''Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions''==== | ====''Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga'' / ''Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions''==== | ||
[[File:MLSS Bowser Baddie Sprite.png|frame|left]] | [[File:MLSS Bowser Baddie Sprite.png|frame|left]] | ||
In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga]]'' and [[Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions|its remake]], Bowser's | In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga]]'' and [[Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions|its remake]], Bowser's Minions are known as the '''Bowser Baddies'''<ref name="M&LSS Bowser Baddies">{{cite|quote=Hmm... Yes, very good... Now all I need are my Baddies... Bowser Baddies!|author=[[Bowser]], in [[Peach's Castle]]|title=''[[Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga]]''}}</ref>. They travel alongside Bowser in the [[Koopa Cruiser]] to the [[Beanbean Kingdom]] in order to reclaim Princess Peach's stolen voice. On their way there, they are shot down by [[Cackletta]] and [[Fawful]], and the troops are scattered throughout the kingdom. After [[Bowletta|Cackletta possesses Bowser's body]], she takes control of his castle and the Bowser Baddies, planning to destroy the Beanbean Kingdom. She is stopped by Mario, Luigi and [[Prince Peasley]], who blow up the castle. | ||
In ''[[Minion Quest: The Search for Bowser]]'', they are now referred to as Bowser's Minions in the English localization, despite the name "Bowser Baddies" remaining in the main game. During this story mode, [[Captain Goomba (Mario & Luigi series)|Captain Goomba]], alongside other captains [[Captain Koopa Troopa]], [[Captain Boo]] and [[Captain Shy Guy]], set out to reunite and recruit all troop that were brainwashed by Fawful, and eventually rescue Bowser. | In ''[[Minion Quest: The Search for Bowser]]'', they are now referred to as Bowser's Minions in the English localization, despite the name "Bowser Baddies" remaining in the main game. During this story mode, [[Captain Goomba (Mario & Luigi series)|Captain Goomba]], alongside other captains [[Captain Koopa Troopa]], [[Captain Boo]] and [[Captain Shy Guy]], set out to reunite and recruit all troop that were brainwashed by Fawful, and eventually rescue Bowser. | ||
====''Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time''==== | ====''Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time]]'', Bowser's | In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time]]'', Bowser's Minions appear again in the past, under the command of [[Baby Bowser]]. They first appear flying the Koopa Cruiser after evacuating [[Baby Peach]], [[Baby Mario]], [[Baby Luigi]] and [[Toadsworth the Younger]] from Peach's Castle after the [[Shroob]] invasion begins. After briefly stopping to pick up the adult Mario and Luigi in [[Hollijolli Village]], they are shot down by a [[Shroob saucer]] and crash-land at Bowser's Castle. | ||
====''Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story'' / ''Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey''==== | ====''Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story'' / ''Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story]]'' and [[Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey|its remake]], Bowser's | In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story]]'' and [[Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey|its remake]], Bowser's Minions are taken over by Fawful and are brainwashed into being loyal to him. While Bowser is travelling through [[Dimble Wood]], the Minions, under the command of [[Midbus]], pilot Bowser's Castle, crushing him and afterwards battling his [[Giant Bowser|giant form]]. After Bowser's Castle is turned into the [[Fawful Theater]], they can be seen spectating the show. Three notable minions, known as [[Private Goomp]], [[Corporal Paraplonk]] and [[Sergeant Guy]] first appear in this game, assisting Bowser before betraying him and joining Fawful's side. | ||
The | The Minions are shown to be split into different divisions, such as the [[Goomba Storm|Goomba squadron]], the [[Shy Guy Squad|Shy Guy corps]], the [[Koopa Corps|Koopa unit]], the [[Bob-omb Blitz|Bob-omb squad]], and the [[Magikoopa Mob|Magikoopa corps]], similarly to their appearance in ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars''. As Bowser rescues his soldiers, he is able to use them as [[Brawl Attack]]s. After Fawful is defeated, the Minions are freed, and assist in fixing Bowser's Castle, once again reminiscent of ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars''. | ||
Bowser's Minions are also featured in the remake's side mode ''[[Bowser Jr.'s Journey]]''. In it, Bowser Jr. and the Koopalings set out on a journey to find a cure to the [[Blorbs]]-afflicted minions in Bowser's Castle. While Bowser, Bowser Jr. and the Koopalings are away from the castle, Fawful hires the [[Best Fitness Friends]] to take over and hypnotize the remaining minions. The story then follows Bowser Jr. as he rescues and recruits the members of his army, and ultimately defeats the Best Fitness Friends and takes back their castle. | |||
====''Mario & Luigi: Dream Team''==== | ====''Mario & Luigi: Dream Team''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Dream Team]]'', Bowser's | In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Dream Team]]'', Bowser's Minions invite themselves to [[Pi'illo Island]], escorting Bowser there after he hears about it. When Bowser joins forces with [[Antasma]], his Minions assist them in taking over the island, capturing Princess Peach and finding the [[Dream Stone]]. Private Goomp, Corporal Paraplonk and Sergeant Guy return in this game, now promoted to Bowser's “personal guard” and known as the [[Elite Trio]]. Alongside Kamek, they act as Bowser's top henchmen. | ||
====''Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam''==== | ====''Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam]]'', Bowser's | In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam]]'', Bowser's Minions encounter their paper counterparts after they are released from the [[mysterious book]] and join forces with them to take over the Mushroom Kingdom when Bowser unites with [[Paper Bowser]]. Throughout the game, many of Bowser's Minions attempt to defeat and capture Mario, Luigi and [[Paper Mario]] while some guard the kidnapped Princess Peach and [[Paper Peach]] after they are captured by the Bowsers. At the top of [[Mount Brrr]], Bowser's Minions operate a base manned by [[King Bob-omb]] that launches cardboard terrain and Paper minions around the Mushroom Kingdom, as well as a small fortification called Bowser's Villa, where the princesses were briefly held. Additionally, the Minions control a [[Twinsy Tropics Dungeon|dungeon]] underneath [[Twinsy Tropics]], where captured [[Toad (species)|Toads]] are forced to mine [[Fire Ore]] for [[Neo Bowser Castle]]. | ||
While the Lakitus that run the [[Lakitu Info Center]]s through out the kingdom act helpful towards Mario's party, they secretly leak information about them to Bowser. The Lakitus consider him a VIPs, and even have a special shortcut leading directly to his Villa in Mount Brrr.<ref>{{cite|quote=The Lakitus look like they’re helping Mario’s party, but they are actually only doing their jobs. (More specifically, the hidden truth is that they are secretly leaking information about Mario’s party to Bowser, and there are events in the game that hint at this.)|author=Akira Otani|date=February 28, 2016|title=Interview: the minds behind Mario and Luigi: Paper Jam, Akira Otani and Shunsuke Kobayashi|url=http://gaming.moe/?p=1467|publisher=Gaming.moe|language=en|accessdate=November 13, 2024|archive=https://web.archive.org/web/20240405093301/http://gaming.moe/?p=1467}}</ref> | While the Lakitus that run the [[Lakitu Info Center]]s through out the kingdom act helpful towards Mario's party, they secretly leak information about them to Bowser. The Lakitus consider him a VIPs, and even have a special shortcut leading directly to his Villa in Mount Brrr.<ref>{{cite|quote=The Lakitus look like they’re helping Mario’s party, but they are actually only doing their jobs. (More specifically, the hidden truth is that they are secretly leaking information about Mario’s party to Bowser, and there are events in the game that hint at this.)|author=Akira Otani|date=February 28, 2016|title=Interview: the minds behind Mario and Luigi: Paper Jam, Akira Otani and Shunsuke Kobayashi|url=http://gaming.moe/?p=1467|publisher=Gaming.moe|language=en|accessdate=November 13, 2024|archive=https://web.archive.org/web/20240405093301/http://gaming.moe/?p=1467}}</ref> | ||
====''Mario & Luigi: Brothership''==== | ====''Mario & Luigi: Brothership''==== | ||
In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Brothership]]'', Bowser and his minions are transported to [[Concordia]]. They are first fought on either [[Skorcheen Island]] or [[Slippenglide Island]]. They occupy [[Offandon Island]] where they turn the locals against Mario and Luigi, and hold Bowser's Castle on [[Wayaway Island]] | In ''[[Mario & Luigi: Brothership]]'', Bowser and his minions are transported to [[Concordia]]. They are first fought on either [[Skorcheen Island]] or [[Slippenglide Island]]. They occupy [[Offandon Island]] where they turn the locals against Mario and Luigi, and hold Bowser's Castle on [[Wayaway Island]]. Several of Bowser's Minions are captured by [[Zokket]]'s army and infused with [[Glohm]], and all minions are infected when [[Reclusa]] spreads Glohm all throughout the world. Defeating 300 of Bowser's Minions fulfills the Minion Buster challenge. In Reclusa's Mushroom Kingdom illusion, Bowser's Minions endlessly party alongside the Toads claiming to have made peace with them. | ||
After Concordia is restored, Bowser's Minions all rush to the newly opened portal back to the Mushroom Kingdom. | After Concordia is restored, Bowser's Minions all rush to the newly opened portal back to the Mushroom Kingdom. | ||
===''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''=== | ===''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''=== | ||
In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', Bowser's | In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', Bowser's Minions form part of the [[Subspace Army]], commanded by Bowser, [[Ganondorf]], and [[Wario]]. Although the group is led by [[Master Hand]], it is later revealed that he is being used by [[Tabuu]] in order to trick the three commanders into enveloping the [[World of Trophies]] into [[Subspace (Super Smash Bros. Brawl)|Subspace]]. | ||
===''Mario Super Sluggers''=== | ===''Mario Super Sluggers''=== | ||
In ''[[Mario Super Sluggers]]'', | In ''[[Mario Super Sluggers]]'', Bowser’s Minions invade the [[Baseball Kingdom]], lead by Bowser Jr. They cause chaos in each stadium, doing things such as locking [[Koopa Paratroopa|Green Paratroopa]] in his lighthouse or attacking Red Toad to try and capture [[Princess Daisy]]. Many battle missions are completed against them throughout Challenge Mode. The minions who are directly fought also make up the members of the [[Bowser Monsters]] team, alongside Bowser and Bowser Jr., and are fought at both [[Bowser Jr. Playroom]] and [[Bowser Castle (baseball stadium)|Bowsers Castle]]. While [[Boo]] and Red Shy Guy are depicted as minions in cutscenes, in gameplay they are respectively on the [[Wario Muscles]] and [[Yoshi Eggs]] teams. | ||
===''Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition''=== | ===''Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition''=== | ||
In ''[[Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition]]'', some members of Bowser's | In ''[[Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition]]'', some members of Bowser's Minions, especially those accidentally trapped inside [[Baddie Block]]s, fight alongside Mario and Luigi to stop Bowser from abusing the power of the [[Orb (Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition)|Orbs]]. | ||
===''Mario Tennis Aces''=== | ===''Mario Tennis Aces''=== | ||
In ''[[Mario Tennis Aces]]'', | In ''[[Mario Tennis Aces]]'', Bowser’s Minions can be found operating on the seas surrounding the [[Kingdom of Bask]], with Koopa Troopa brothers ferrying Mario and [[Toad]] between locations on [[Airship]]s. Bowser has instructed his minions, including Kamek, to locate the [[Power Stone]]s, with his minions guarding the final Power Stone at his castle on [[Inferno Island]]. This leads to several confrontations with Mario, who is also searching for the Power Stones. The Koopalings' Airships from ''New Super Mario Bros. U'' can also be seen flying in the background of the [[Savage Sea]] court, while several minions are spectators to the Tennis matches throughout the game. | ||
===''Dr. Mario World''=== | ===''Dr. Mario World''=== | ||
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===''Mario Golf: Super Rush''=== | ===''Mario Golf: Super Rush''=== | ||
In ''[[Mario Golf: Super Rush]]'', Bowser's | In ''[[Mario Golf: Super Rush]]'', Bowser's Minions are overpowered and frozen by the [[Snow King]]'s minions on Mount Snow after Bowser falls asleep. After the player's Mii character uses the Power of Flame to light the brazier in the town center, the minions thaw out and give the player access to the town’s facilities. It is stated that the [[Bowser Highlands]] course was built at Bowser’s vacation home by the minions, following Bowser’s orders, and filled with traps for a showdown with Mario. Outside of story mode, several of Bowser's Minions can be found as obstacles in Bowser Highlands. | ||
===''The Super Mario Bros. Movie''=== | ===''The Super Mario Bros. Movie''=== | ||
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SMBW Bowser Jr Artwork 1.png|[[Bowser Jr.]] | SMBW Bowser Jr Artwork 1.png|[[Bowser Jr.]] | ||
NSMBW Koopalings Group Artwork.jpg|[[Koopalings]] | NSMBW Koopalings Group Artwork.jpg|[[Koopalings]] | ||
MPS Kamek Artwork.png|[[Kamek]] | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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NSMBU Boss Sumo Bro Artwork.png|[[Boss Sumo Bro]]{{footnote|main|4}} | NSMBU Boss Sumo Bro Artwork.png|[[Boss Sumo Bro]]{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{footnote|note|1|Appear as the bosses of [[ | {{footnote|note|1|Appear as the bosses of [[Airship|airships]] in ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note|2|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Mario 64 DS]]''}} | {{footnote|note|2|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Mario 64 DS]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note|3|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam]]''}} | {{footnote|note|3|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note|4|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[New Super Mario Bros | {{footnote|note|4|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[New Super Mario Bros U]]''}} | ||
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{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center" | |||
!Other bosses | !Other bosses | ||
|- | |- | ||
|[[Koopa Bros.]]{{footnote|main| | |[[Koopa Bros.]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Tutankoopa]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Tubba Blubba]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Big Lantern Ghost]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[General Guy]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Lava Piranha]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Huff N. Puff]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Crystal King]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Chief Chilly]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Giant Kamek]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[Mummipokey]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Cheepskipper]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Lakithunder]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Dino Piranha]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Kamella]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Bouldergeist]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[King Lakitu]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Gobblegut]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Megasparkle Goomba]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Tower Power Pokey]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Mizzter Blizzard]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Boss Brolder]]{{footnote|main|8}} • [[King Ka-thunk]]{{footnote|main|8}} • [[Hisstocrat]]{{footnote|main|8}} • [[Motley Bossblob]]{{footnote|main|8}} • [[Prince Bully]]{{footnote|main|8}} • [[Mollusque-Lanceur]]{{footnote|main|9}} • [[Cookatiel]]{{footnote|main|9}} • [[Ruined Dragon]]{{footnote|main|9}} • [[Broodals]]{{footnote|main|9}} • [[Reznor]]s{{footnote|main|10}} (mind controlled)<ref name="SMW manual>{{cite|quote=There are dinosaurs called Reznor waiting in all four fortresses. No doubt they've been put under a terrible spell by Koopa.|title=''Super Mario World'' instruction booklet|publisher=Nintendo|language=en-us|page=19}}</ref> | ||
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|} | |} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|1|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Paper Mario]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|2|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Mario 64 DS]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|3|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Princess Peach]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|4|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[New Super Mario Bros.]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|5|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|6|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy 2]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|7|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Paper Mario: Sticker Star]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|8|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|9|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|10|Appear as a boss under Bowser's command in ''[[Super Mario World]]''}} | ||
====Enhanced minion bosses==== | ====Enhanced minion bosses==== | ||
Occasionally, some minions have appeared as bosses, generally after being enhanced by Kamek's magic (such as in the [[Yoshi ( | Occasionally, some minions have appeared as bosses, generally after being enhanced by Kamek's magic (such as in the [[Yoshi's Island (series)|''Yoshi's Island'' series]]) or other means. These minions can sometimes look visually distinct from other minions, although often they are simply enlarged versions of them. | ||
{|class="wikitable"style="text-align:center" | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center" | ||
!Enhanced minion bosses | |||
|- | |- | ||
![[Yoshi ( | ![[Yoshi's Island (series)|''Yoshi's Island'' series]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
|[[Burt the Bashful]]{{footnote|main| | |[[Burt the Bashful]]{{footnote|main|1}} {{footnote|main|4}} • [[Salvo the Slime]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Bigger Boo]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Roger the Potted Ghost]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Naval Piranha]]{{footnote|main|1}}{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Marching Milde]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Hookbill the Koopa]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Sluggy the Unshaven]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Raphael the Raven]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Tap-Tap the Red Nose]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Big Burt Bros. ]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Gilbert the Gooey]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Big Bungee Piranha]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Hector the Reflector]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Bessie Bass]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Priscilla the Peckish]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Six-Face Sal]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Moltz the Very Goonie]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Big Beanie]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[Count Fang]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[King Clawdaddy]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[Furious Fred de Fillet]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[Punkey the Pokey Prince]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[Big Montgomery]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Knot-Wing the Koopa]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Bunson the Hot Dog]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Miss Cluck the Insincere]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Snifberg the Unfeeling]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Yarrctopus]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Tin-Can Condor]]{{footnote|main|5}} •[[Burt the Ball]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Spike the Piranha]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Shogun of Skewers]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Gator Train]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Mr. Geary]]{{footnote|main|5}} | ||
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![[Super Mario (series)|''Super Mario'' series]] and [[Mario Party (series)|''Mario Party'' series]] | ![[Super Mario (series)|''Super Mario'' series]] and [[Mario Party (series)|''Mario Party'' series]] | ||
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|[[Big Goomba#Mario Party series|Mega Goomba]]{{footnote|main| | |[[Big Goomba#Mario Party series|Mega Goomba]]{{footnote|main|6}} {{footnote|main|7}} • [[Sledge Bro#Mario Party 10|Sledge Bro]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Cheep Chomp#Mario Party 10|Mega Cheep Chomp]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Big Blooper#Mario Party 10|Mega Blooper]]{{footnote|main|6}} {{footnote|main|7}} • [[Big Monty Mole#Mario Party 10|Mega Monty Mole]]{{footnote|main|6}} {{footnote|main|7}} • [[Mega Mechakoopa]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Mega Dry Bones]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Mega Stingby]]{{footnote|main|8}} • [[Mega Rocky Wrench]]{{footnote|main|8}} | ||
|- | |||
|} | |} | ||
{{footnote|note| | |||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|1|Appears in ''[[Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|2|Appears in ''[[Yoshi's Island DS]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|3|Appears in ''[[Yoshi's New Island]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|4|Appears in ''[[Yoshi's Wooly World]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|5|Originally created from scrap material in ''[[Yoshi's Crafted World]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|6|Appears in ''[[Mario Party 10]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|7|Appears in ''[[Mario Party: Star Rush]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note|8|Appears in ''[[Super Mario Party Jamboree]]''}} | |||
===Recurring minions=== | ===Recurring minions=== | ||
The number of members in Bowser's army varies greatly between games, with many species appearing only a few times. However, there are a number of recurring minions who appear consistently throughout the franchise. These minions are often described as belonging to Bowser's army or can be found inside places directly controlled by it, such as [[Castle]]s, [[Fortress]]es, [[Airship]]s or similar structures. | The number of members in Bowser's army varies greatly between games, with many species appearing only a few times. However, there are a number of recurring minions who appear consistently throughout the franchise. These minions are often described as belonging to Bowser's army or can be found inside places directly controlled by it, such as [[Castle]]s, [[Fortress]]es, [[Airship]]s or similar structures. | ||
====Goombas==== | ====Goombas==== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
SMBW Goomba.png|[[Goomba]]s{{footnote|main| | SMBW Goomba.png|[[Goomba]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Goomba Stack SM3DL.png|[[Goomba Tower]]s{{footnote|main| | Goomba Stack SM3DL.png|[[Goomba Tower]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
ParagoombaNSMBU.png|[[Paragoomba]]s{{footnote|main| | ParagoombaNSMBU.png|[[Paragoomba]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Mini Goomba Icon SMO.png|[[Mini Goomba]]s{{footnote|main| | Mini Goomba Icon SMO.png|[[Mini Goomba]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
Bone Goomba.png|[[Bone Goomba]]s{{footnote|main| | Bone Goomba.png|[[Bone Goomba]]s{{footnote|main|3}} | ||
Galoomba - Mario Party 10.png|[[Galoomba]]s{{footnote|main| | Galoomba - Mario Party 10.png|[[Galoomba]]s{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
Goombrat MPSR solo.png|[[Goombrat]]s{{footnote|main| | Goombrat MPSR solo.png|[[Goombrat]]s{{footnote|main|5}} | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|1|Recruitable troop in ''[[Minion Quest: The Search for Bowser]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|2|{{cite|quote=A host of new enemies have joined Bowser and his turtle tribe.|title=''Super Mario Bros. 3'' instruction booklet|publisher=Nintendo|language=en-us|page=35}}}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|3|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. 2]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|4|{{cite|quote=Bowser's minions. Often mistaken for Goombas.|author=[[Data House#Encyclopedia|Data House encyclopedia]]|title=''[[Mario Party Superstars]]''}}}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|5|''[[Super Mario Run]]'' [[Bonus ? Block#Super Bonus Game events|Weekend Spotlight: Bowser's Minions]]}} | ||
====Koopas==== | ====Koopas==== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
SuperMarioParty KoopaTroopa.png|[[Koopa Troopa]]s{{footnote|main| | SuperMarioParty KoopaTroopa.png|[[Koopa Troopa]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Paratroopart.png|[[Koopa Paratroopa]]s{{footnote|main| | Paratroopart.png|[[Koopa Paratroopa]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
MPSR Dry Bones.png|[[Dry Bones]]{{footnote|main| | MPSR Dry Bones.png|[[Dry Bones]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
NSMBU Hammer Bro Artwork.png|[[Hammer Bro]]s | NSMBU Hammer Bro Artwork.png|[[Hammer Bro]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
MKT Artwork BoomerangBro.png|[[Boomerang Bro]]s | MKT Artwork BoomerangBro.png|[[Boomerang Bro]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
MKT Artwork FireBro.png|[[Fire Bro]] | MKT Artwork FireBro.png|[[Fire Bro]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
MKT Artwork IceBro.png|[[Ice Bro]]s | MKT Artwork IceBro.png|[[Ice Bro]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
SledgebrosNSMBW.png|[[Sledge Bro]] | SledgebrosNSMBW.png|[[Sledge Bro]]{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
NSMBU Sumo Bro Artwork.png|[[Sumo Bro]]s | NSMBU Sumo Bro Artwork.png|[[Sumo Bro]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
MKT Artwork CharginChuck.png|[[Chargin' Chuck]]s{{footnote|main| | MKT Artwork CharginChuck.png|[[Chargin' Chuck]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Magikoopa Artwork - Super Mario 3D World.png|[[Magikoopa]]s{{footnote|main| | Magikoopa Artwork - Super Mario 3D World.png|[[Magikoopa]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
SMW3-Toady Artwork.PNG|[[Toady|Toadies]]{{footnote|main| | SMW3-Toady Artwork.PNG|[[Toady|Toadies]]{{footnote|main|3}} | ||
NSMBU Lakitu Artwork.png|[[Lakitu]]s{{footnote|main| | NSMBU Lakitu Artwork.png|[[Lakitu]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Spiny Artwork - New Super Mario Bros. 2.png|[[Spiny|Spinies]]{{footnote|main| | Spiny Artwork - New Super Mario Bros. 2.png|[[Spiny|Spinies]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
NSMBU Buzzy Beetle Artwork.png|[[Buzzy Beetle]]s{{footnote|main| | NSMBU Buzzy Beetle Artwork.png|[[Buzzy Beetle]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Super Mario Party - Spike Top.png|[[Spike Top]]s{{footnote|main| | Super Mario Party - Spike Top.png|[[Spike Top]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
NSMBU Bony Beetle Artwork.png|[[Bony Beetle]]s{{footnote|main| | NSMBU Bony Beetle Artwork.png|[[Bony Beetle]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
DMW-ParaBeetle.png|[[Para-Beetle]]s{{footnote|main| | DMW-ParaBeetle.png|[[Para-Beetle]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Spike - Mario Party 10.png|[[Spike]]s{{footnote|main| | Spike - Mario Party 10.png|[[Spike]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|1|Recruitable troop in ''[[Minion Quest: The Search for Bowser]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|2|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. U]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|3|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Baby Bowser's or Kamek's Minions in ''[[Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island]]''}} | ||
====Piranha Plants==== | ====Piranha Plants==== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
MPO Piranha Plant.png|[[Piranha Plant]]s{{footnote|main| | MPO Piranha Plant.png|[[Piranha Plant]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Venus Fire Trap Artwork - Super Mario 3D Land.png|[[Fire Piranha Plant]]s{{footnote|main| | Venus Fire Trap Artwork - Super Mario 3D Land.png|[[Fire Piranha Plant]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
SMB3 F40A Ptooie Artwork.png|[[Ptooie]]s{{footnote|main| | SMB3 F40A Ptooie Artwork.png|[[Ptooie]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
SSBU Nipper Plant Spirit.png|[[Nipper Plant]]s{{footnote|main| | SSBU Nipper Plant Spirit.png|[[Nipper Plant]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
NSMBU Muncher Artwork.png|[[Muncher]]s{{footnote|main| | NSMBU Muncher Artwork.png|[[Muncher]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|1|''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'' instruction booklet.}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|2|{{cite|quote=A host of new enemies have joined Bowser and his turtle tribe.|title=''Super Mario Bros. 3'' instruction booklet|publisher=Nintendo|language=en-us|page=35}}}} | ||
====Other minions==== | ====Other minions==== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
MPS Shy Guy Artwork.png|[[Shy Guy]]s{{footnote|main| | MPS Shy Guy Artwork.png|[[Shy Guy]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
MPO Fly Guy.png|[[Fly Guy]]s{{footnote|main| | MPO Fly Guy.png|[[Fly Guy]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
MPS Snifit enc.png|[[Snifit]]s{{footnote|main| | MPS Snifit enc.png|[[Snifit]]s{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
Ninji artwork Play Nintendo 2024.png|[[Ninji]]s{{footnote|main| | Ninji artwork Play Nintendo 2024.png|[[Ninji]]s{{footnote|main|3}} | ||
NSMBU Pokey Artwork.png|[[Pokey]]s{{footnote|main| | NSMBU Pokey Artwork.png|[[Pokey]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
CheepCheepNSMBU.png|[[Cheep Cheep]]s{{footnote|main| | CheepCheepNSMBU.png|[[Cheep Cheep]]s{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
FishboneNSMBU.png|[[Fish Bone]]s{{footnote|main| | FishboneNSMBU.png|[[Fish Bone]]s{{footnote|main|3}} | ||
Blooper - MarioPartyStarRush.png|[[Blooper]]s{{footnote|main| | Blooper - MarioPartyStarRush.png|[[Blooper]]s{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
NSMBW Rocky Wrench Artwork.png|[[Rocky Wrench]]es{{footnote|main| | NSMBW Rocky Wrench Artwork.png|[[Rocky Wrench]]es{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
Monty Mole SMP.png|[[Monty Mole]]s{{footnote|main| | Monty Mole SMP.png|[[Monty Mole]]s{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
Swoop SMR.png|[[Swoop]]s{{footnote|main| | Swoop SMR.png|[[Swoop]]s{{footnote|main|5}} | ||
NSMBU Fuzzy Artwork.png|[[Fuzzy|Fuzzies]]{{footnote|main| | NSMBU Fuzzy Artwork.png|[[Fuzzy|Fuzzies]]{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
Biddybud SM3DW Prima.jpg|[[Biddybud]]s{{footnote|main| | Biddybud SM3DW Prima.jpg|[[Biddybud]]s{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
Para-Biddybuds Artwork - Super Mario 3D World.png|[[Para-Biddybud]]s{{footnote|main| | Para-Biddybuds Artwork - Super Mario 3D World.png|[[Para-Biddybud]]s{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
Horned Ant Trooper SM3DW Prima.jpg|[[Horned Ant Trooper]]{{footnote|main| | Horned Ant Trooper SM3DW Prima.jpg|[[Horned Ant Trooper]]{{footnote|main|5}} | ||
Bully Artwork - Super Mario 3D World.png|[[Bully|Bullies]]{{footnote|main| | Bully Artwork - Super Mario 3D World.png|[[Bully|Bullies]]{{footnote|main|6}} | ||
MPS Boo Artwork.png|[[Boo]]s{{footnote|main| | MPS Boo Artwork.png|[[Boo]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
DMW-Broozer Artwork.png|[[Broozer]]s{{footnote|main| | DMW-Broozer Artwork.png|[[Broozer]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
NSMBU Thwomp Artwork.png|[[Thwomp]]s{{footnote|main|3}} | |||
NSMBU Thwomp Artwork.png|[[Thwomp]]s{{footnote|main| | WhompSMP.png|[[Whomp]]s{{footnote|main|6}} | ||
WhompSMP.png|[[Whomp]]s{{footnote|main| | Lava Bubble SMR.png|[[Lava Bubble]]s{{footnote|main|3}} | ||
Lava Bubble SMR.png|[[Lava Bubble]]s{{footnote|main| | BulletBillMK8.png|[[Bullet Bill]]s{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
BulletBillMK8.png|[[Bullet Bill]]s{{footnote|main| | BanzaibillNSMBU.png|[[Bomber Bill]]s{{footnote|main|7}} | ||
BanzaibillNSMBU.png|[[Bomber Bill]]s{{footnote|main| | Bobomb - MarioPartyStarRush.png|[[Bob-omb]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
Bobomb - MarioPartyStarRush.png|[[Bob-omb]]s{{footnote|main| | ChainChompMP8.png|[[Chain Chomp]]s{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
ChainChompMP8.png|[[Chain Chomp]]s{{footnote|main| | DMW-Amp.png|[[Amp]]s{{footnote|main|6}} | ||
DMW-Amp.png|[[Amp]]s{{footnote|main| | NewMechaKoopa.jpg|[[Mechakoopa]]s{{footnote|main|3}} | ||
NewMechaKoopa.jpg|[[Mechakoopa]]s{{footnote|main| | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|1|Recruitable troop in ''[[Minion Quest: The Search for Bowser]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|2|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Paper Mario: The Origami King]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|3|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario World]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|4|Visible in a [[letter]] from ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|5|Recruitable troop in ''[[Bowser Jr.'s Journey]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|6|Appears in a Bowser stage in ''[[Super Mario 64]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|7|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]''}} | ||
{|class="wikitable"style="text-align:center" | |||
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center" | |||
!colspan=3|Less common minions | !colspan=3|Less common minions | ||
|- | |- | ||
!rowspan=9|''Super Mario'' series | !rowspan=9|''Super Mario'' series | ||
!Goombas | !Goombas | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Hefty Goomba]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Hefty Goomba]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Mega Goomba|Big Goomba]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Tail Goomba]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Big Tail Goomba]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[Cat Goomba]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Goombeetle]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Gamboo]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
![[Koopa (species)|Koopas]] | ![[Koopa (species)|Koopas]] | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Climbing Koopa]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Climbing Koopa]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Mega Dry Bones|Big Dry Bones]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Parabones]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Snow Spike]]{{footnote|main|8}} • [[Shova]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Piranha Plants | !Piranha Plants | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Big Piranha Plant]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Big Piranha Plant]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Bone Piranha Plant]]{{footnote|main|9}} • [[Big Bone Piranha Plant]]{{footnote|main|9}} • [[Inky Piranha Plant]]{{footnote|main|10}} • [[Fire Stalking Piranha Plant]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[Trottin' Piranha Plant]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Bone Run Run Packun]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Ghosts | !Ghosts | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Big Boo]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Big Boo]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Stretch]]{{footnote|main|11}} • [[Bomb Boo]]{{footnote|main|3}} • [[Fishing Boo]]{{footnote|main|12}} • [[Mattermouth]]{{footnote|main|13}} • [[Peepa]]{{footnote|main|2}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Bullet Bills | !Bullet Bills | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Tail Bullet Bill]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Tail Bullet Bill]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Cat Bullet Bill]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Bull's-Eye Bill]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Renketsu Search Killer]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Cat Banzai Bill]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Torpedo Ted]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Targeting Ted]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Missile Meg]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Seeker Bullet Bill]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Aquatic minions | !Aquatic minions | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Spiny Cheep Cheep]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Spiny Cheep Cheep]]{{footnote|main|11}} • [[Blooper Nanny]]{{footnote|main|11}} • [[Jelectro]]{{footnote|main|11}} • [[Lava Lotus]]{{footnote|main|11}} • [[Urchin]]{{footnote|main|14}} • [[Rammerhead]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Madpole]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Splounder]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Anglefish]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Stone minions | !Stone minions | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Thwimp]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Thwimp]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Flomp]]{{footnote|main|13}} • [[Wallop]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Grrrol]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Mega Grrrol]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Brolder]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Grumblump]]{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Fire minions | !Fire minions | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Fire Snake]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Fire Snake]]{{footnote|main|11}} • [[Hot Foot]]{{footnote|main|11}} • [[Lil Sparky]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Hothead]]{{footnote|main|6}} • [[Li'l Cinder]]{{footnote|main|13}} • [[Magmaargh]]{{footnote|main|13}} • [[Magmaw]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Charvaargh]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Splorch]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Lava Blobble]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Li'l Scorcher]]{{footnote|main|4}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Miscellaneous | !Miscellaneous | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Flame Chomp]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Flame Chomp]]{{footnote|main|11}} • [[Chuckya]]{{footnote|main|15}} • [[Wiggler]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Mandibug]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Spangler]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Octoomba]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Octoguy]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Rocto]]{{footnote|main|5}} • [[Undergrunt Gunner]]{{footnote|main|13}} • [[Morty Mole]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Fake Block]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Blokkablok]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Flophopper]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Sandmaargh]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Coin Coffer]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Stingby]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Draglet]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Prongo]]{{footnote|main|2}} • [[Big Chain Chomp]]{{footnote|main|9}} • [[Big Amp]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Mecha Cheep]]{{footnote|main|7}} • [[Scuttlebug]]{{footnote|main|16}} • [[Scaredy Rat]]{{footnote|main|16}} • [[Sherm]]{{footnote|main|17}} • [[Ant Trooper]]{{footnote|main|18}} • [[Fizzlit]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Flopter]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Ka-thunk]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Blockstepper]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Skipsqueak]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Spiny Skipsqueak]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Conkdor]]{{footnote|main|4}} • [[Flying Mechakoopa]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Smogrin]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Bulrush]]{{footnote|main|1}} • [[Noknok]]{{footnote|main|1}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!rowspan=3|''Yoshi's Island'' series | !rowspan=3|''Yoshi's Island'' series | ||
!Shy Guys | !Shy Guys | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Stilt Guy]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Stilt Guy]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Spear Guy]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Dancing Spear Guy]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Woozy Guy]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Relay Heihō]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Pyro Guy]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Stretch (Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island)|Stretch]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Mace Guy]]{{footnote|main|21}} • [[Mega Guy]]{{footnote|main|21}} • [[Metal Guy]]{{footnote|main|21}} • [[Scorchit]]{{footnote|main|20}} • [[Bandit]]{{footnote|main|19}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Blow Hards and Piranha Plants | !Blow Hards and Piranha Plants | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Blow Hard]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Blow Hard]]{{footnote|main|20}} • [[Hanging Blow Hard]]{{footnote|main|20}} • [[Drool Hard]]{{footnote|main|20}} • [[Wild Ptooie Piranha]]{{footnote|main|20}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!Miscellaneous | !Miscellaneous | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Skeleton Goonie]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Skeleton Goonie]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Caged Ghost]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Slime]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Fang]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Gusty]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Milde]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Tap-Tap]]{{footnote|main|21}} • [[Tap-Tap the Golden]]{{footnote|main|19}} • [[Super Big Tap-Tap]]{{footnote|main|20}} • [[Rocket Guy]]{{footnote|main|20}} • [[Kaboomba]]{{footnote|main|21}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!colspan=2 |''Super Mario RPG'' | !colspan=2 |''Super Mario RPG''{{footnote|main|22}} | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[ | |style="text-align: left"|[[Terrapin]] • [[Chaindelier]] • [[Terra Cotta]] • [[Pro Goomba]] • [[Malakoopa]] • [[Grand Troopa]] | ||
|- | |- | ||
!colspan=2 |''Paper Mario'' series | !colspan=2 |''Paper Mario'' series | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Koopatrol]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Koopatrol]]{{footnote|main|23}} • [[Spiked Goomba]]{{footnote|main|23}} • [[Paint Guy]]{{footnote|main|24}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
!colspan=2 |''Mario & Luigi'' series | !colspan=2 |''Mario & Luigi'' series | ||
|style="text-align: left"|[[Boom Guy]]{{footnote|main| | |style="text-align: left"|[[Boom Guy]]{{footnote|main|25}} • [[Jailgoon]]{{footnote|main|26}} • [[Sniffle Thwomp]]{{footnote|main|26}} • [[Shy Guy R]]{{footnote|main|27}} • [[Walker Guy]]{{footnote|main|27}} • [[Shy Guy Airtub]]{{footnote|main|27}} • [[Shy Guy Airtub R]]{{footnote|main|27}} • [[Commander Lakitu]]{{footnote|main|27}} | ||
|} | |} | ||
<div style="column-count:2"> | <div style="column-count:2"> | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|1|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario Bros. Wonder]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|2|Visible in a [[letter]] or in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in from ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|3|Recruitable troop in ''[[Minion Quest: The Search for Bowser]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|4|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|5|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|6|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario World]]'' / ''[[Super Mario World: Super Mario Advance 2]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|7|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy 2]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|8|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Paper Mario: The Origami King]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|9|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[New Super Mario Bros. 2]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|10|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Dream Team]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|11|{{cite|quote=A host of new enemies have joined Bowser and his turtle tribe.|title=''Super Mario Bros. 3'' instruction booklet|publisher=Nintendo|language=en-us|page=35}}}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|12|''[[Super Mario Run]]'' [[Bonus ? Block#Super Bonus Game events|Weekend Spotlight: Bowser's Minions]]}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|13|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario Galaxy 2]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|14|{{cite|quote=They won't join your side...mostly because they can't leave the water.|title=''Bowser Jr.'s Journey'' profile}}}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|17|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|15|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario 64]]'' / ''[[Super Mario 64 DS]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|16|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario Run]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|18|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|19|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island]]'' / ''[[Yoshi's Island: Super Mario Advance 3]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|20|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Yoshi's Island DS]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|21|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Yoshi's New Island]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|22|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]'' / ''[[Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)|Super Mario RPG]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|23|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Paper Mario]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|24|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Paper Mario: Color Splash]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|25|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note| | {{footnote|note|26|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story]]'' / ''[[Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey]]''}} | ||
{{footnote|note|27|Appears in a castle or similar structure occupied by Bowser's Minions in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Dream Team]]''}} | |||
</div> | </div> | ||
===Notable Minions=== | ===Notable Minions=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
PMKoopatrol.png|[[ | SMRPGNS Dr Topper.png|[[Dr. Topper]] | ||
PMKoopatrol.png|[[Spiky Tom | PMKoopatrol.png|[[Spiky John]] | ||
PMKoopatrol.png|[[Spiky Tom]] | |||
Mr.HammerPM.png|[[Mr. Hammer]] | Mr.HammerPM.png|[[Mr. Hammer]] | ||
SPMKoopaTroopaGreenVariant1.png|[[Johnson]] | SPMKoopaTroopaGreenVariant1.png|[[Johnson]] | ||
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==Weaponry and vehicles== | ==Weaponry and vehicles== | ||
In addition to [[Bob-omb]]s, [[Bullet Bill]]s and other weaponry-inspired minions, Bowser's Minions utilize a wide number of other types of weaponry and vehicles. Their most common type of vehicle is the [[airship]], a staple [[level]] type seen in most of their appearances. These airships, alongside [[castle]]s, [[fortress]]es and [[tower]]s often feature a variety of traps and weapons, such as [[Bill Blaster]]s, [[Fire Bar]]s and [[Spinner]]s. | In addition to [[Bob-omb]]s, [[Bullet Bill]]s and other weaponry-inspired minions, Bowser's Minions utilize a wide number of other types of weaponry and vehicles. Their most common type of vehicle is the [[airship]], a staple [[level]] type seen in most of their appearances. These airships, alongside [[castle]]s, [[fortress]]es and [[tower]]s often feature a variety of traps and weapons, such as [[Bill Blaster]]s, [[Fire Bar]]s and [[Spinner]]s. | ||
===Weapons and Traps=== | ===Weapons and Traps=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
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The main base of operations for Bowser's Minions is [[Bowser's Castle]], with them also appearing in other territories ruled by [[Bowser]] or invaded by them. When invading territories, they are known to occupy fortifications such as [[Fortress]]es, [[Tower]]s and [[Castle]]s, with at least the smaller Fortresses found at the end of levels being built by them.<ref>{{cite|quote=A replica of the fortresses that Bowser builds. That flat roof is perfect for napping in the sun!|author= Description for the [[List of Kingdom Builder items in Super Mario Run|Bowser's Fortress item]]|title=''[[Super Mario Run]]'' Kingdom Builder}}</ref> | The main base of operations for Bowser's Minions is [[Bowser's Castle]], with them also appearing in other territories ruled by [[Bowser]] or invaded by them. When invading territories, they are known to occupy fortifications such as [[Fortress]]es, [[Tower]]s and [[Castle]]s, with at least the smaller Fortresses found at the end of levels being built by them.<ref>{{cite|quote=A replica of the fortresses that Bowser builds. That flat roof is perfect for napping in the sun!|author= Description for the [[List of Kingdom Builder items in Super Mario Run|Bowser's Fortress item]]|title=''[[Super Mario Run]]'' Kingdom Builder}}</ref> | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
MK8 Bowser' | MK8-Course-Bowser'sCastle.png|[[Bowser's Castle]] | ||
SMM-NSMBU-Fortress.png|[[Fortress]]es | SMM-NSMBU-Fortress.png|[[Fortress]]es | ||
TowerNSMB2.png|[[Tower]]s | TowerNSMB2.png|[[Tower]]s | ||
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| | |Jap=クッパの命令でマリオとルイージをとらえようと捜索している。彼らの支配する島の住民とは仲良くやっているようす。<ref>{{cite|title=Official Japanese ''Mario & Luigi: Brothership'' website|url=https://www.nintendo.com/jp/switch/a8e6a/story/index.html|publisher=Nintendo|language=jp|accessdate=October 26, 2024}}</ref> | ||
| | |JapM=They are searching for Mario and Luigi under Bowser's orders in an attempt to capture them. They seem to be getting along well with the inhabitants of the island they rule. | ||
}} | }} | ||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
<div class="contentbox mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"data-expandtext="Show list of appearances"data-collapsetext="Hide list of appearances"> | <div class="contentbox mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"data-expandtext="Show list of appearances"data-collapsetext="Hide list of appearances"> | ||
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!width=50%|Title | !width=50%|Title | ||
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|1993 | |1993 | ||
|SNES | |SNES | ||
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|''[[Yoshi's Safari]]'' (as Koopa Clan)<ref>{{cite|quote=Who could be responsible? is that evil Koopa clan at it again?|author=in-game intro|title=''[[Yoshi's Safari]]''}}</ref> | |||
|1993 | |||
|[[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SNES]] | |||
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|''[[Mario's Time Machine (PC)|Mario's Time Machine]]'' | |''[[Mario's Time Machine (PC)|Mario's Time Machine]]'' | ||
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==Names in other languages== | ==Names in other languages== | ||
{{foreign names | {{foreign names | ||
| | |Jap=クッパ{{ruby|軍団|ぐんだん}} | ||
|JapC=<ref>{{cite|quote=いっこくも早くパワースターを取り返さないと、この世界はクッパ軍団のものになってしまいます。|author=''[[Super Mario 64]]'' japanese manual}}</ref><ref>{{cite|title=[[Minion Quest: The Search for Bowser|クッパ軍団RPG]] side mode in ''[[Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite|title=''Super Mario Bros. Wonder'' official website|url=https://www.nintendo.com/jp/switch/aqmxa/world/index.html|publisher=Nintendo|language=ja|accessdate=October 10,2024}}</ref> | |||
|JapR=Kuppa-gundan | |||
|JapM=Bowser Corps | |||
|Jap2=カメ{{ruby|帝国|ていこく}} | |||
|Jap2R=Kame Teikoku | |||
| | |Jap2M=Turtle Empire | ||
| | |Jap2C=<ref>{{cite|title=スーパーマリオブラザーズ (''Sūpā Mario Burazāzu'') instruction booklet|page=10|date=1985|publisher=Nintendo|language=ja}}</ref> | ||
| | |Jap2N=''Super Mario Bros.'' | ||
| | |Jap3=クッパ{{ruby|軍|ぐん}} | ||
| | |Jap3R=Kuppa-gun | ||
| | |Jap3M=Bowser Army | ||
| | |Jap3C=<ref>{{cite|url=www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/arej/adventure/index.html|title=スーパーマリオ 3Dランド : 冒険の舞台|language=ja|publisher=Nintendo|accessdate=June 27, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite|url=www.nintendo.co.jp/wiiu/ardj/map/index.html|title=スーパーマリオ 3Dワールド:冒険の舞台|publisher=Nintendo|language=ja|accessdate=June 27, 2024}}</ref> | ||
| | |Jap3N=''Super Mario 3D Land'', ''Super Mario 3D World'' | ||
| | |Jap4=クッパ{{ruby|一味|いちみ}} | ||
| | |Jap4R=Kuppa-ichimi | ||
| | |Jap4M=Bowser clan | ||
| | |Jap4C=<ref>{{cite|quote=クッパ一味にピーチ城が乗っ取られた?|title=''New Super Mario Bros. U'' official website|url=https://www.nintendo.co.jp/wiiu/arpj/story/index.html|publisher=Nintendo|language=ja|accessdate=October 10, 2024}}</ref> | ||
| | |Jap4N=''New Super Mario Bros. U'' | ||
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|Cat=Fortalesa d'en Bowser | |Cat=Fortalesa d'en Bowser | ||
|CatM=Bowser's Stronghold | |CatM=Bowser's Stronghold | ||
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|ChiSR=Kùbàwáng Jūnduì | |ChiSR=Kùbàwáng Jūnduì | ||
|ChiSM=Bowser Army | |ChiSM=Bowser Army | ||
|ChiSC=<ref>{{cite|url=www.ique.com/games/11011.htm|title=神游马力欧|publisher=[[iQue]] | |ChiSC=<ref>{{cite|url=www.ique.com/games/11011.htm|title=神游马力欧|language=zh-hans|publisher=[[iQue]]|accessdate=June 27, 2024}}</ref> | ||
|ChiS2=喏库军团 | |ChiS2=喏库军团 | ||
|ChiS2N=''Paper Mario'' | |ChiS2N=''Paper Mario'' | ||
|ChiS2R=Nuòkù Jūntuán | |ChiS2R=Nuòkù Jūntuán | ||
|ChiS2M=Koopa Corps | |ChiS2M=Koopa Corps | ||
|ChiS2C=<ref>{{cite | |ChiS2C=<ref>{{cite|url=www.bilibili.com/video/av75169038|language=zh-hans|title=神游纸片马力欧速通|date=November 9, 2019|timestamp=1:01:20|publisher=Bilibili|accessdate=June 27, 2024}}</ref> | ||
|ChiS3=酷霸王军团 | |ChiS3=酷霸王军团 | ||
|ChiS3R=Kùbàwáng Jūntuán | |ChiS3R=Kùbàwáng Jūntuán | ||
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|ChiS4R=Kùbàwáng Jūn | |ChiS4R=Kùbàwáng Jūn | ||
|ChiS4M=Bowser Army | |ChiS4M=Bowser Army | ||
|ChiS4C=<ref>{{cite|url=www.ique.com/3ds/arej/adventure/index.html|title=超级马力欧 3D乐园:冒险的舞台|publisher=iQue | |ChiS4C=<ref>{{cite|url=www.ique.com/3ds/arej/adventure/index.html|title=超级马力欧 3D乐园:冒险的舞台|publisher=iQue|accessdate=June 27, 2024|language=zh-hans}}</ref> | ||
|ChiT=庫巴大軍 | |ChiT=庫巴大軍 | ||
|ChiTN=''Super Mario 3D Land'' | |ChiTN=''Super Mario 3D Land'' | ||
|ChiTR=Kùbā Dàjūn | |ChiTR=Kùbā Dàjūn | ||
|ChiTM=Bowser Army | |ChiTM=Bowser Army | ||
|ChiTC=<ref>{{cite|url=www.nintendo.com.hk/3dland/adventure/index.html|title=超級瑪利歐 3D樂園 繁體中文版 - 香港任天堂網站|publisher=Nintendo HK | |ChiTC=<ref>{{cite|language=zh-hant|url=www.nintendo.com.hk/3dland/adventure/index.html|title=超級瑪利歐 3D樂園 繁體中文版 - 香港任天堂網站|publisher=Nintendo HK|accessdate=June 27, 2024}}</ref> | ||
|ChiT2=庫巴軍團 | |ChiT2=庫巴軍團 | ||
|ChiT2R=Kùbā Jūntuán | |ChiT2R=Kùbā Jūntuán | ||
|ChiT2M=Bowser Corps | |ChiT2M=Bowser Corps | ||
|Fre=Armée de Bowser | |Fre=Armée de Bowser | ||
|FreM=Bowser's army | |FreM=Bowser's army | ||
| | |Fre2=Sbires de Bowser | ||
| | |Fre2M=Bowser's minions | ||
|Ita=Koopa/Tribù delle tartarughe | |Ita=Koopa/Tribù delle tartarughe | ||
|ItaN=''Super Mario Bros.'' | |ItaN=''Super Mario Bros.'' | ||
|ItaM=Koopas/Turtle tribe | |ItaM=Koopas/Turtle tribe | ||
|ItaC=<ref>{{cite|title=''Super Mario Bros.'' Italian instruction booklet|page=2}}</ref> | |ItaC=<ref>{{cite|title=''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'' Italian instruction booklet|page=2}}</ref> | ||
|Ita2=Soldati/Truppe di Re Attila | |Ita2=Soldati/Truppe di Re Attila | ||
|Ita2N=''The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!'' | |Ita2N=''The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!'' | ||
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|Ita4C=<ref>{{cite|date=November 15, 2018|title=''[[Super Mario Bros. Encyclopedia|Super Mario Bros. Enciclopedia]]''|publisher=Magazzini Salani|language=it|isbn=889367436X|page=15 and 83}}</ref> | |Ita4C=<ref>{{cite|date=November 15, 2018|title=''[[Super Mario Bros. Encyclopedia|Super Mario Bros. Enciclopedia]]''|publisher=Magazzini Salani|language=it|isbn=889367436X|page=15 and 83}}</ref> | ||
|Ita5=Scagnozzi di Bowser | |Ita5=Scagnozzi di Bowser | ||
| | |Ita5N=since ''Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions'' | ||
|Ita5M=Bowser's minions; shared with the [[Koopalings]]' second title | |Ita5M=Bowser's minions; shared with the [[Koopalings]]' second title | ||
|Kor=쿠파 군단 | |Kor=쿠파 군단 | ||
|KorR=Kupa Gundan | |KorR=Kupa Gundan | ||
|KorM=Koopa (Bowser) Corps | |KorM=Koopa (Bowser) Corps | ||
|PorA=Capangas do Bowser | |PorA=Capangas do Bowser | ||
|PorAC=<ref>{{cite|quote=Mas, depois que os capangas do Bowser apareceram, tudo ficou um caos!|author=Starlow|date=November 26, 2024|title=A ILHA SECRETA DO BOWSER - MARIO & LUIGI BROTHERSHIP #19 [EM PORTUGUÊS NO SWITCH]|url=youtu.be/5j-VesqlDjo?si=fPnrLAuNHQkvM5eG&t=1460|publisher=guilhermeoss, YouTube|language=pt-br|accessdate=December 2, 2024}}</ref> | |PorAC=<ref>{{cite|quote=Mas, depois que os capangas do Bowser apareceram, tudo ficou um caos!|author=Starlow|date=November 26, 2024|title=A ILHA SECRETA DO BOWSER - MARIO & LUIGI BROTHERSHIP #19 [EM PORTUGUÊS NO SWITCH]|url=https://youtu.be/5j-VesqlDjo?si=fPnrLAuNHQkvM5eG&t=1460|publisher=guilhermeoss, YouTube|language=pt-br|accessdate=December 2, 2024}}</ref> | ||
|PorAM=Bowser's minions | |PorAM=Bowser's minions | ||
|Rom=Kooper Troopers | |Rom=Kooper Troopers | ||
|RomN=KidsCo promo | |RomN=KidsCo promo | ||
|RomM=Kooper Troopers. Described as "King Kooper's helpers" without explicit reference to only [[Koopa Troopa]]s. | |RomM=Kooper Troopers. Described as "King Kooper's helpers" without explicit reference to only [[Koopa Troopa]]s. | ||
|RomC=<ref>{{cite | |RomC=<ref>{{cite|url=youtu.be/K74gJKxbKuw|title=Aventurile Fratilor Super Mario promo|author=KidsCo TV|date=December 4, 2017|publisher=YouTube|accessdate=June 27, 2024|language=ro}}</ref> | ||
|Spa=Ejército de Bowser | |Spa=Ejército de Bowser | ||
|SpaM=Bowser army | |SpaM=Bowser army | ||
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|SpaA2=Esbirros de Bowser | |SpaA2=Esbirros de Bowser | ||
|SpaA2M=Bowser's henchmen | |SpaA2M=Bowser's henchmen | ||
|SpaE=(La) gran armada Koopa | |SpaE=(La) gran armada Koopa | ||
|SpaEM=(The) great Koopa army | |SpaEM=(The) great Koopa army | ||
|Swe=Koopatruppen | |Swe=Koopatruppen | ||
|SweM=The Koopa troop | |SweM=The Koopa troop | ||
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