Editing Cameos

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Throughout the [[Mario (series)|''Mario'' series]], many characters from other series made '''Cameos'''. The large majority of these cameos are from characters developed by [[Shigeru Miyamoto]] and [[Nintendo]]. Some non-Nintendo characters have appeared as well, such as Sonic or Earthworm Jim.

== Pikmin ==
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Pikmin are a species of small plant-like creatures that exist in the ''Pikmin'' series. They have also appeared in the ''[[Mario (series)|Mario]]'' series on a number of occasions. Of the Pikmin that have appeared in the ''Mario'' series, only three varieties of Pikmin have appeared.

Pikmin made a cameo during the events of ''[[Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour]]''. If certain [[flower bed]]s were struck by a golf ball, Pikmin would pop out of the flowerbed and attempt to flee. These flower beds can be found in various stages. In ''[[WarioWare: Smooth Moves]]'', Pikmin made an appearance in a [[Microgame]] where the player has to crush Pikmin with an Empress Bulblax.

Additionally, in the game ''[[Wikipedia: Pikmin 2|Pikmin 2]]'', a box of matches displaying [[Bowser]]'s face and a ''[[Game & Watch]]'' game can be obtained as a treasure. The game ''[[Super Mario 128]]'' was also converted into what is now known as Pikmin as well.{{refneeded}} Additionally, Captain Olimar and his partner, Louie, are named after Mario (Olimar is an anagram of Mario, with an L added) and Luigi (Louie sounds like Luigi with a G sound on the end).{{refneeded}}

== Earthworm Jim ==
Earthworm Jim is a mutated humanoid earthworm wielding a red ray-gun.  In ''[[Donkey Kong Country 2]]'', [[Cranky Kong]], created a challenge to see who could find the most secret DK coins on Crocodile Isle.  As Cranky Kong announces the results, [[player]]s can see the Earthworm Jim's ray-gun next to a garbage can labeled, "No hopers."

==''Metroid'' series==
=== Ridley ===
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[[Image: Ridley.jpg|thumb|left|'''Ridley''', fighting Samus Aran in the opening cinema of ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''.]]

'''Ridley''' is a large, dragon-like alien and a character and the main villain in the ''Metroid'' series of games. In ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]'', Ridley can occasionally be seen flying in the background of the [[Planet Zebes]] arena.

Ridley also makes a brief appearance in the opening cinematic of ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', where he can be seen battling his archenemy, [[Samus Aran]]. A [[trophy]] of Ridley can also be obtained in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''. A remix of Ridley's theme music from various ''Metroid'' series games has been confirmed as being used in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''.

=== Trophy Description ===
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''The head of the Space Pirates on Zebes, Ridley soars through space on wicked wings. Ridley may look like a mindless monster, but he's actually quite intelligent. After the SR-388 incident, where Samus captured the infant Metroid, Ridley took the Space Academy by storm, annihilating the complex and taking the Metroid back.''
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=== [[Samus Aran|Samus]] ===
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[[Image:Samus.jpg|right|thumb|'''Samus''' appearing in the game, ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars''.]]
In ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars'', if the player looks at Booster's doll, the player can spot a Samus doll.

Also, Mario can talk to Samus in the game. When Mario first reaches Land's End, go back to the Mushroom Kingdom' castle. In the Guest Room he'll see Samus sleeping, resting for her battle against Mother Brain.

In ''Wario Land II'', There is a Crystal Metroid that is one of the treasures the player collects.

In ''Super Smash Bros.'', on the [[Planet Zebes]] stage, Wavers appear in the background most of the time.

==[[Sonic the Hedgehog]]==
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Sonic the Hedgehog makes a cameo appearance in ''Donkey Kong Country 2''. Sonic competed in a contest to see who could find the most secret DK coins on Crocodile Isle. Like Earthworm Jim, Sonic didn't do very well, not even placing third. Filled with shame, he left behind his trademark shoes. Sonic is also in the game featuring both him and Mario, at the ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games|Olympics]]''. Sonic later appeared as a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' for the [[Nintendo Wii|Wii]].

===Chao & Flickies===
Flickies and Chao, two common species in the series, are also seen as audience members in the background of the game ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]''.
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Image:MyS ChaoAudience.jpg|<center>Various Chao seen in the Audience
Image:MyS Flicky.jpg|<center>A Flicky to the far right
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====Trophy Description in Super Smash Bros. Brawl====
''A type of creature that can absorb and learn skills and traits from other life-forms, adapting its shape as it does. This results in vast variations in appearance, behavior, and personality. Chao are generally very cute, and their mannerisms are pleasant and relaxing. Chao Gardens are a good place to find them, but they also inhabit areas with freshwater.''

===Silver the Hedgehog===
[[Image:BrawlTails.jpg|thumb|right|Silver as he appears in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'']]
Silver makes an appearance on the [[Green Hill Zone]] stage along with Tails and Knuckles, in the background, running on a loop-de-loop. He also appears as a collectible sticker and trophy. In a hacked version of ''[[Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games]]'', a file to play as Silver was found, along with [[Donkey Kong]], [[Birdo]], and Jet the Hawk.<ref>http://forums.x-cult.org/index.php?showtopic=3891</ref>  Additionally, it has been hinted that Silver will be appearing in the upcoming game, ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games]]''.<ref>[http://www.planete-sonic.com/IMG/jpg/a676_M_SWG_Wii_090609_17.jpg planete-sonic.com]</ref>

====Trophy Description in Super Smash Bros. Brawl====
''A hedgehog who traveled back in time to defeat the Iblis Trigger and therefore alter the future. Silver has a positive attitude and a strong sense of justice. He has telekinetic powers that allow him to control physical objects, including abilities to freeze or shock enemies, which he uses to fight for peace and justice.''

==N&B Blocks==
In the [[Mario Zone]] of ''[[Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins|Super Mario Land 2]]'' features LEGO-like surfaces. They are not LEGOs, but N&B Blocks[http://nintendo.wikia.com/wiki/N&B_Blocks], a toy manufactured by Nintendo in the 60s.

The boss rooms for the SNES and GBA ports of ''[[Super Mario Bros. 2]]'' also feature a N&B-style surfacing.

== [[:Category: The Legend of Zelda Series|Legend of Zelda]] ==
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In ''[[Super Mario Bros. 3]]'', the tune the warp whistle plays is also found in ''The Legend of Zelda''. The whirlwind is from the same game. The tune is later found in ''The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap'' although a bird sweeps you away, not a whirlwind.

In ''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]'', [[Link]] appears sleeping at the [[Rose Town]] Inn every time Mario sleeps there. If Mario tries to talk to him, the Zelda discovery tune plays. In Stages 2-3 and 2-4 of ''Yoshi's Story'', the name "Zelda" appears in the newspaper in the background.

In ''Wario Land II'', the Ocarina of Time is one of the treasures the player collects. In ''Mario Golf'' for the Nintendo 64, the names of various Zelda characters appear on the score board. In the Gameboy version, the last club is called "Link's Club" and uses the Triforce as its logo. In ''Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour'', the player can also see Triforce shaped coins.

In ''[[Mario Golf (N64)| Mario Golf]]'' several names of characters found in ''The Legend of Zelda: Ocerina of Time'' appear on the Score Chart.

In ''[[Donkey Konga]]'' the main theme of ''The Legend of Zelda'' series is playable.

In ''[[Donkey Konga 2]]'' [[Toon Link| Toon Link's]]'' face appears on a badge and more music from ''The Legend of Zelda'' series is playable.

In ''[[Tetris DS]]'' mission mode is based around ''The Legend of Zelda'' series, Link appears on the title screen and also in marathon mode.

== [[:Category: Star Fox Series|Star Fox]] ==
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When Mario visited Hinopio's Inn during the events of ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars'', he saw a model of an Arwing in the lobby.  The Arwing is a recurring line of ships used by the Star Fox team.

In ''Mario Golf'' for the Nintendo 64, the names of various StarFox characters appear on the score board.

== [[:Category: F-Zero Series|F-Zero]] ==
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If the player goes to the lobby of Hinopio's Inn of ''Super Mario RPG'', the [[player]] can see a model of [[Captain Falcon]]'s ''Blue Falcon'' and Samurai Goroh's ''Fire Stingray''.

=== Samurai Goroh === 
Samurai Goroh is [[Captain Falcon]]'s enemy and is a bounty hunter like him. Samurai Goroh is seen in the opening cinema of ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' and the stage [[Mute City]] where he ends up crashing. He also appears as a trophy in the game.

Samurai Goroh's vehicle, the ''Fire Stingray'' appears in the opening cinema of ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'' and also appears in Hinopio's Inn, in ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars'' as a toy.

Samurai Goroh also appears as an [[Assist Trophy]] for ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''.

====Trophy Description (Melee)====
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''A rival bounty hunter, Samurai Goroh has crossed paths with Captain Falcon in many a dark corner of the universe. He also goes head-to-head with Falcon in F-Zero races, so the threads of their fates seem to be deeply intertwined. Samurai Goroh is famous for his katana, and his signature T-shirt is instantly recognizable.''
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====Trophy Description (Brawl)====
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''A man who presents himself as a bounty hunter much like Captain Falcon but is also the boss of a notorious bandit group. He tries to collect criminal bounties but always fails to beat Captain Falcon to the collar. He considers himself Falcon's archrival and always tries to beat him in F-Zero races. His machine, the Fire Stingray (#05), has a high top speed.''
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== [[:Category: Kirby Series|Kirby]] ==
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Kirby appears on a poster for the movie, ''Kirby's Story'', in ''Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga''. Common Kirby enemies, [[Gordo]]s, appear as enemies in ''[[Super Mario Land 2: Six Golden Coins]]'' and are thrown using [[King Dedede]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', and Bronto Burts appear in the background of the [[Dream Land]] stage in ''Super Smash Bros.'' and ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''.

King Dedede also appears in the background of the [[Green Greens]] stage and is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. [[Waddle Dee]]s, Waddle Doos and [[Gordo]]s appear in this game to acting as a part of one Dedede's attack.

Pop Star, Kirby's home planet, makes a cameo appearance in a cutscene of the Adventure Mode of ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''. It is seen after [[Planet Zebes]]'s explosion.

== Stafy ==
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Stafy appears on a poster for the movie, "Legend of Stafy", in ''Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga''.

== [[:Category: Fire Emblem Series|Fire Emblem]] ==
[[Marth]] and [[Roy (SSBM)|Roy]], both from Fire Emblem, fought in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''. Later on, One [[Toad (species)|Toad]] in ''Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door'' mentions that he enjoys Gameboy Advance games, especially ''Fire Emblem''. 

Currently, two Fire Emblem characters, [[Ike]] and [[Marth]], are playable characters in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', and [[Roy (SSBM)|Roy]] was found as an unfinished character in its data files.{{refneeded}}

== Bruce Lee ==
'''[[Wikipedia: Bruce Lee|Bruce Lee]]''' is a [[Earth|real world]] martial artist who was briefly mentioned by [[Mallow]], stating ''“Who do you think you are? Bruce Lee?”'', in the game ''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]''. The character [[Lee]], a martial artist [[Duplighost]] from the game ''[[Paper Mario]]'', is named after Bruce Lee.

== Beijing Olympics ==
Various real world people have their own little bios in ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games]]''. These people include Swedish shooter [[Wikipedia:Oscar Swahn|Oscar Swahn]], Ethiopian sprinter [[Wikipedia:Abebe Bikila|Abebe Bikila]] and American swimmer [[Wikipedia:Mark Spitz|Mark Spitz]].

==Killer Instinct==
Chief Thunder, a character from the fighting game ''[[wikipedia:Killer Instinct|Killer Instinct]]'', makes his cameo in ''Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest''. He appears on a poster in Cranky's Cabin.

==Sabrewulf==
In the Game Boy Advance version of ''[[Donkey Kong Country]]'' his head is stuffed and mounted in Cranky's hut, yet it is still alive as it occasionally blinks.


== Television ==
On a cartoon called Chowder a few things from the Mario series appear
such as Mario and Luigi were two shop workers. Gordonzolla had Bowser's shell
and Warp Pipes apeared. 

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