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{{location | {{location infobox | ||
|title=Comet Observatory | |title=Comet Observatory | ||
|image=SMG Comet Observatory Front Overview.png | |image=[[File:SMG Comet Observatory Front Overview.png|250px]] | ||
| | |greater_location=Outer space | ||
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|ruler=[[Rosalina]] | |ruler=[[Rosalina]] | ||
|inhabitants=[[ | |inhabitants=[[Luma]]s <small>([[Baby Luma]], [[Comet Tico]], [[Hungry Luma]]s, [[Polari]])</small>, [[Gearmo]] | ||
|first_appearance=''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]'' ([[List of games by date#2007|2007]]) | |first_appearance=''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]'' ([[List of games by date#2007|2007]]) | ||
|latest_appearance=''[[ | |latest_appearance=''[[Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope]]'' ([[List of games by date#2022|2022]]) | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{quote|Welcome to the Comet Observatory. It's my home, and also home to the [[Luma | {{quote|Welcome to the Comet Observatory. It's my home, and also home to the [[Luma]]s.|Rosalina|Super Mario Galaxy}} | ||
The '''Comet Observatory''' (also called '''Observatory Grounds''' or just | The '''Comet Observatory''' (also called the '''Observatory Grounds''' or just the '''Observatory''' by ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]''{{'}}s pause menus) is one of the many areas from ''Super Mario Galaxy''. It acts as the hub area, similar to [[Peach's Castle]] in ''[[Super Mario 64]]'' and ''[[Super Mario 64 DS]]'' or [[Delfino Plaza]] in ''[[Super Mario Sunshine]]''. The Comet Observatory is a space station controlled by [[Rosalina]], and it acts as the home of both her and the [[Luma]]s, as well as a single [[Gearmo]]. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
===''Super Mario'' series=== | ===''Super Mario'' series=== | ||
====''Super Mario Galaxy''==== | ====''Super Mario Galaxy''==== | ||
It was built by Rosalina and [[Luma | {{world infobox | ||
|title=Comet Observatory | |||
|image=[[File:SMG Comet Observatory Bedroom Overview.png|250px]]<br>The Comet Observatory as viewed from a circular platform by the [[Bedroom (Super Mario Galaxy)|Bedroom]]. | |||
|game=''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]''<br>''[[Super Mario 3D All-Stars]]'' | |||
|levels=13 <small>(outside of [[dome]]s)</small> | |||
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|after=[[Dome|>>]] | |||
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It was built by Rosalina and [[Baby Luma|Luma]] after Rosalina agreed to take care of him. Over time, it grew to be too big for just the two of them. Soon, other Lumas came to live in the Comet Observatory as well, and Luma transformed into the [[Beacon]] that powers the Observatory. | |||
The Comet Observatory normally comes into orbit around the [[Earth]] every 100 years, and during that time, the people of the [[Mushroom Kingdom]] celebrate the [[Star Festival]], thinking that the observatory is simply a comet. During the most recent Star Festival however, [[Bowser]]'s forces attacked the Comet Observatory, causing it to lose its power source: [[Grand Star]]s and [[Power Star]]s. They were scattered throughout the cosmos following the attack, causing the Comet Observatory to remain immobilized above the Mushroom Kingdom. He later attacked [[Toad Town]] during their celebrations. Only after [[Mario]] recovers five out of seven Grand Stars can the Observatory fly like a starship again. When this has been accomplished, Rosalina takes Mario (or [[Luigi]]) to the [[Bowser's Galaxy Reactor|Center of the Universe]] to rescue [[Princess Peach]]. | |||
The Comet Observatory can be accessed through a portal in the [[Gateway Galaxy]]. Throughout the game, there are plenty of characters residing here, including Mario, Rosalina, the Lumas, Luigi, and the Toad Brigade. Much like [[Peach's Castle]] in ''[[Super Mario 64]]'' or [[Delfino Plaza]] in ''[[Super Mario Sunshine]]'', certain parts of the observatory are unlocked as [[Mario]] gradually acquires [[Grand Star]]s and [[Power Star]]s. This is because the Grand Stars are used to power the large Beacon in the middle of the Comet Observatory, which enables it to transform into a comet and fly across the cosmos. Once five Grand Stars have been acquired, the observatory will have enough power to travel toward the center of the universe. After six Grand Stars have been obtained while the total Stars obtained is less than 60, [[Polari]] says that the beacon is the brightest that it can be. | The Comet Observatory can be accessed through a portal in the [[Gateway Galaxy]]. Throughout the game, there are plenty of characters residing here, including Mario, Rosalina, the Lumas, Luigi, and the Toad Brigade. Much like [[Peach's Castle]] in ''[[Super Mario 64]]'' or [[Delfino Plaza]] in ''[[Super Mario Sunshine]]'', certain parts of the observatory are unlocked as [[Mario]] gradually acquires [[Grand Star]]s and [[Power Star]]s. This is because the Grand Stars are used to power the large Beacon in the middle of the Comet Observatory, which enables it to transform into a comet and fly across the cosmos. Once five Grand Stars have been acquired, the observatory will have enough power to travel toward the center of the universe. After six Grand Stars have been obtained while the total Stars obtained is less than 60, [[Polari]] says that the beacon is the brightest that it can be. | ||
There are six [[dome]]s located throughout the Comet Observatory, which act as Mario's means of accessing all of the galaxies that he will encounter in the game. In order, the domes are the [[Terrace (Super Mario Galaxy)|Terrace]], the [[Fountain]], the [[Kitchen (Super Mario Galaxy)|Kitchen]], the [[Bedroom (Super Mario Galaxy)|Bedroom]], the [[Engine Room]], and the [[Garden (Super Mario Galaxy)|Garden]]. Galaxies are accessed by collecting multiple [[Power Star]]s to unlock more and more domes. Additional Galaxies can be unlocked by feeding the seven [[Hungry Luma]]s that appear outside each dome (and the [[Gate (Super Mario Galaxy)|Gate]]). According to the Lumas, the domes are used to view the cosmos. Other areas in the Observatory are the [[Garage (Super Mario Galaxy)|Garage]], the [[Library (Super Mario Galaxy)|Library]], and the Gate. | There are six [[dome]]s located throughout the Comet Observatory, which act as Mario's means of accessing all of the galaxies that he will encounter in the game. In order, the domes are the [[Terrace (Super Mario Galaxy)|Terrace]], the [[Fountain]], the [[Kitchen (Super Mario Galaxy)|Kitchen]], the [[Bedroom (Super Mario Galaxy)|Bedroom]], the [[Engine Room]], and the [[Garden (Super Mario Galaxy)|Garden]]. Galaxies are accessed by collecting multiple [[Power Star]]s to unlock more and more domes. Additional Galaxies can be unlocked by feeding the seven [[Hungry Luma]]s that appear outside each dome (and the [[Gate (Super Mario Galaxy)|Gate]]). According to the Lumas, the domes are used to view the cosmos. Other areas in the Observatory are the [[Garage (Super Mario Galaxy)|Garage]], the [[Library (Super Mario Galaxy)|Library]], and the Gate. | ||
After [[Bowser]]'s giant sun collapses into a massive [[black hole]] following his defeat by [[Mario]] in the final battle, the Comet Observatory is pulled | After [[Bowser]]'s giant sun collapses into a massive [[black hole]] following his defeat by [[Mario]] in the final battle, the Comet Observatory is pulled towards the black hole. Parts of the observatory are broken off and scattered as [[Peach's Castle]] crashes into the side of it. However, the Lumas all sacrifice themselves by jumping into the black hole, creating a large explosion and reforming the entire cosmos. It can also be inferred that this explosion reformed the Comet Observatory, as it is seen intact in the ending sequence after collecting 120 Power Stars and defeating Bowser a second time. Rosalina transforms it into a comet once again and then flies off to parts unknown. | ||
As the game progresses, the waltz-like theme that plays in this area gains more instruments, though the [[Gateway Galaxy]] theme plays instead before the player completes the first mission. If Mario or Luigi try to jump off | As the game progresses, the waltz-like theme that plays in this area gains more instruments, though the [[Gateway Galaxy]] theme plays instead before the player completes the first mission. If Mario or Luigi try to jump off the Comet Observatory, they will be enveloped in an energy-like bubble and return to safe ground. After completing [[Bowser's Galaxy Reactor]] for the first time, a countdown will appear on the tiles underneath Rosalina (talking to her again from that point on will result in her asking if the player wants to complete that level again) showing how many Power Stars are still left to be collected. When all of the stars are finally collected, fulfilling 100% completion, then the countdown will read zero and it will be possible to access "another world" and play as Luigi (first playthrough as Mario) or access [[Grand Finale Galaxy]] (second playthrough as Luigi). | ||
====''Super Mario Galaxy 2''==== | ====''Super Mario Galaxy 2''==== | ||
[[File:SMG2 Rosalina Comet Observatory.png|thumb|left|[[Rosalina]] appears with the Comet Observatory in the ending scene.]] | [[File:SMG2 Rosalina Comet Observatory.png|thumb|left|[[Rosalina]] appears with the Comet Observatory in the ending scene.]] | ||
The Comet Observatory is absent from most of the game, | The Comet Observatory is absent from most of the game, as its role as a hub level is now filled by [[Starship Mario]]. Once Mario has obtained enough Power Stars to access [[Bowser's Galaxy Generator]], he, Baby Luma, and [[Lubba]] witness from the starship a large comet being drawn into Bowser's fortress. This comet resembles the observatory as it was seen flying in the previous game, and Baby Luma's despairing reaction to seeing it heavily implies that they are the one and the same. Lubba speculates that Bowser must be seeking to become even larger, indicating he had been trying to steal power from the observatory and at the same time keep it from aiding Mario on his journey. | ||
Once Mario has defeated Bowser for the final time and returned to Starship Mario with Peach, the two watch as the Comet Observatory flies up to them and Rosalina appears from inside, seeking to finally reunite with her lost Luma. After thanking Mario for his help, Luma takes his hat as a souvenir, so that he may never forget the adventures they went on, before departing in the observatory with his mother. | Once Mario has defeated Bowser for the final time and returned to Starship Mario with Peach, the two watch as the Comet Observatory flies up to them and Rosalina appears from inside, seeking to finally reunite with her lost Baby Luma. After thanking Mario for his help, Baby Luma takes his hat as a souvenir, so that he may never forget the adventures they went on, before departing in the observatory with his mother. | ||
The final planet of the [[Grandmaster Galaxy]], where Mario encounters Rosalina once more later on, also resembles the Comet Observatory's [[Gate (Super Mario Galaxy)|Gate]]. | The final planet of the [[Grandmaster Galaxy]], where Mario encounters Rosalina once more later on, also resembles the Comet Observatory's [[Gate (Super Mario Galaxy)|Gate]]. | ||
====''Super Mario 3D World''==== | ====''Super Mario 3D World'' / ''Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury''==== | ||
[[File:SM3DW Rosalina Super Galaxy.png|thumb|The Comet Observatory as it appears in the background behind Rosalina in ''Super Mario 3D World'']] | [[File:SM3DW Rosalina Super Galaxy.png|thumb|The Comet Observatory as it appears in the background behind Rosalina in ''Super Mario 3D World'']] | ||
The Comet Observatory makes an appearance in the background of World Star-2 ([[Super Galaxy]]), which is based off of the ''Super Mario Galaxy'' games. The Comet Observatory can also be seen faintly in the top right of ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]''{{'}}s full group artwork, and in the sky | The Comet Observatory makes an appearance in the background of World Star-2 ([[Super Galaxy]]), which is based off of the ''Super Mario Galaxy'' games. The Comet Observatory can also be seen faintly in the top right of ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]''{{'}}s full group artwork, and in the sky above [[Peach's Castle]] after the game's credits.<ref>{{cite|url=www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Gxx5rgxkdI|title=Super Mario 3D World: Ending & Credits (Spoilers!)|date=November 21, 2013|publisher=YouTube|author=GameXplain|accessdate=May 25, 2024|language=en}}</ref> | ||
===''Mario Kart | ===''Mario Kart'' series=== | ||
[[File:MK7CometObservertory.jpg|thumb|left|The Comet Observatory in ''[[Mario Kart 7]]'']] | [[File:MK7CometObservertory.jpg|thumb|left|The Comet Observatory in ''[[Mario Kart 7]]'']] | ||
A structure that strongly resembles the Comet Observatory appears on the side of the [[Rosalina's Ice World]] course. Instead of | A structure that strongly resembles the Comet Observatory appears on the side of the [[3DS Rosalina's Ice World|Rosalina's Ice World]] course in ''[[Mario Kart 7]]'', ''[[Mario Kart Tour]]'', and ''[[Mario Kart 8 Deluxe]]''. Instead of featuring a peach tent with purple outlining, it appears in an aqua color, but still includes the stars on the side of the observatory. It lacks any domes and most structures besides the beacon and the main tent, but in ''Mario Kart Tour'' and ''Mario Kart 8 Deluxe'', it sits on top of a large circular brick platform. However, it serves only as a part of the course's background. | ||
{{br|right}} | {{br|right}} | ||
===''Mario Tennis Open''=== | ===''Mario Tennis Open''=== | ||
[[File:MTOCometObservatory.jpg|thumb|The Comet Observatory as it appears in ''Mario Tennis Open'']] | [[File:MTOCometObservatory.jpg|thumb|The Comet Observatory as it appears in ''Mario Tennis Open'']] | ||
The Comet Observatory first appears in the title screen of ''[[Mario Tennis Open]]''. It is seen hovering with the [[Galaxy Arena]] above the | The Comet Observatory first appears in the title screen of ''[[Mario Tennis Open]]''. It is seen hovering with the [[Galaxy Arena]] above the Earth. It appears prominently as a background for the Star Open's Final cup, the Galaxy Arena. One can clearly see the contents of the observatory by simply switching the camera's angle. | ||
When the game is played in Tournament Mode for the first time and the player beats the World Open, the player receives an invitation from the Comet Observatory stating that the player is now proclaimed as a Star Player and is now able to play in the Star Open. | When the game is played in Tournament Mode for the first time and the player beats the World Open, the player receives an invitation from the Comet Observatory stating that the player is now proclaimed as a Star Player and is now able to play in the Star Open. | ||
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===''Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge''=== | ===''Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge''=== | ||
[[File:MM&FAC_-_Level_Image_8.png|thumb|The Comet Observatory in the background in ''Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge'']] | [[File:MM&FAC_-_Level_Image_8.png|thumb|The Comet Observatory in the background in ''Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge'']] | ||
The Comet Observatory makes an appearance in the background of Mini Rosalina's levels in ''[[Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge]]''. The observatory has a few differences, such as the Garden platform and the Engine Room platforms having been replaced with glowing rings. The Fountain is much farther from the observatory | The Comet Observatory makes an appearance in the background of Mini Rosalina's levels in ''[[Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge]]''. The observatory has a few differences, such as the Garden platform and the Engine Room platforms having been replaced with glowing rings. The Fountain is much farther from the observatory than usual, and the front platform is, upon closer examination, missing. | ||
===''Mario Sports Superstars''=== | ===''Mario Sports Superstars''=== | ||
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===''Dr. Mario World''=== | ===''Dr. Mario World''=== | ||
In ''[[Dr. Mario World]]'', the Comet Observatory appears in the second area of [[World 8 (Dr. Mario World)|World 8]]. When the second area is cleared, the [[Beacon]] lights up. | In ''[[Dr. Mario World]]'', the Comet Observatory appears in the second area of [[World 8 (Dr. Mario World)|World 8]]. When the second area is cleared, the [[Beacon]] lights up. | ||
===''Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope''=== | |||
The Comet Observatory appears in ''[[Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope]]'', where it is taken over by [[Cursa]] and made a part of [[Cursa's stronghold]]. The observatory's beacon becomes the source of all [[Darkmess]] spreading across the galaxy, and also serves as the entrance to the core of the [[Darkmess Dimension]] where Cursa resides. | |||
==Music== | ==Music== | ||
{{main|Rosalina in the Observatory}} | |||
{{media table | {{media table | ||
| | |file8=Comet Observatory 1 Super Mario Galaxy.oga | ||
|title8=[[Rosalina]] in the Observatory 1 | |||
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|description8=Comet Observatory theme before beating [[The Fiery Stronghold]]. | |description8=Comet Observatory theme before beating [[The Fiery Stronghold]]. | ||
|length8=0:30 | |length8=0:30 | ||
| | |file9=Comet Observatory 2 Super Mario Galaxy.oga | ||
|title9=Rosalina in the Observatory 2 | |||
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|description9=Comet Observatory theme after beating [[The Fiery Stronghold]] and before beating [[Darkness on the Horizon]]. | |description9=Comet Observatory theme after beating [[The Fiery Stronghold]] and before beating [[Darkness on the Horizon]]. | ||
|length9=0:30 | |length9=0:30 | ||
| | |file10=Comet Observatory 3 Super Mario Galaxy.oga | ||
|title10=Rosalina in the Observatory 3 | |||
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|description10=Comet Observatory theme after beating [[Darkness on the Horizon]]. | |description10=Comet Observatory theme after beating [[Darkness on the Horizon]]. | ||
|length10=0:30 | |length10=0:30 | ||
}} | }} | ||
The Comet Observatory's background music is titled "Rosalina in the Observatory". It has made multiple reappearances in later games | The Comet Observatory's background music is titled "Rosalina in the Observatory". It has made multiple reappearances in later games, including ''[[Super Mario Galaxy 2]]'', the ''[[Super Smash Bros. (series)|Super Smash Bros.]]'' series, ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games (Wii U)|Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games]]'', and ''[[Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope]]''. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
===''Super Mario Galaxy''=== | |||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
SMG Asset Model Comet Observatory.png|Data-rendered model. | |||
SMG Asset Texture Prologue 01.png| Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes. | |||
SMG Asset Texture Prologue 02.png| Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes. | |||
SMG Asset Texture Prologue 03.png| Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes. | |||
SMG Asset Texture Prologue 04.png| Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes. | |||
SMG Asset Texture Prologue 05.png| Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes. | |||
SMG Asset Texture Tutorial Storybook Cutscene 01.png| Texture from the storybook-styled cutscenes shown during [[Rosalina]]'s synopsis. | |||
SMG Asset Texture Tutorial Storybook Cutscene 02.png| Texture from the storybook-styled cutscenes shown during Rosalina's synopsis. | |||
SMG Asset Texture Tutorial Storybook Cutscene 03.png| Texture from the storybook-styled cutscenes shown during Rosalina's synopsis. | |||
SMG Central Area.png|The central area of the Comet Observatory. | SMG Central Area.png|The central area of the Comet Observatory. | ||
SMG Terrace Exterior.png|The entrance to the [[Terrace (Super Mario Galaxy)|Terrace]]. | SMG Terrace Exterior.png|The entrance to the [[Terrace (Super Mario Galaxy)|Terrace]]. | ||
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SMG Garden Exterior.png|The entrance to the [[Garden (Super Mario Galaxy)|Garden]]. | SMG Garden Exterior.png|The entrance to the [[Garden (Super Mario Galaxy)|Garden]]. | ||
SMG Green Launch Star.png|The Green [[Launch Star]] leading to the [[Planet of Trials]]. | SMG Green Launch Star.png|The Green [[Launch Star]] leading to the [[Planet of Trials]]. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===Subsequent appearances=== | |||
<gallery> | |||
Grand Group Artwork - Super Mario 3D World.jpg|Key artwork from ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]'' (it cameos in the upper-right corner, behind [[World Bowser]]) | |||
Mario Golf Comet Observatory.jpg| Screenshot from ''[[Mario Golf: World Tour]]'' | |||
Dr Mario World World 8.png| Screenshot from ''[[Dr. Mario World]]'' | |||
MRSOH Comet Observatory.jpg|''[[Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope]]'' | |||
</gallery> | |||
==Names in other languages== | |||
{{foreign names | |||
|Jap=ほうき{{hover|星|ぼし}}の{{hover|天文台|てんもんだい}}<ref>{{cite|author=Nintendo|date=2007|url=www.nintendo.co.jp/wii/rmgj/prologue/index04.html|title=スーパーマリオギャラクシー：プロローグ|publisher=nintendo.co.jp|language=ja|accessdate=May 8, 2016}}</ref><ref name="smg1rosalina" /> | |||
|JapR=Hōkiboshi no Tenmondai | |||
|JapM=Comet Observatory | |||
|ChiS=长尾星天文台 | |||
|ChiSR=Chángwěi Xīng Tiānwéntái | |||
|ChiSM=Comet Observatory | |||
|ChiT=掃帚星天文台 | |||
|ChiTR=Sàozhǒu Xīng Tiānwéntái | |||
|ChiTM=Comet Observatory | |||
|Dut=Kometenobservatorium | |||
|Dut2=Kometenwacht <small>''([[Mario Golf: World Tour]] only)''</small> | |||
|DutM=Comet Observatory | |||
|Dut2M=A portmanteau of ''Komeet'' ("Comet") and ''Sterrenwacht'' ("Observatory") | |||
|Fre=Observatoire de la comète | |||
|FreM=Comet Observatory | |||
|Ger=Sternwarte des Kometen | |||
|GerM=Comet Observatory | |||
|Ita=Osservatorio Cometa | |||
|ItaM=Comet Observatory | |||
|Kor=별똥별 천문대 | |||
|KorR=Byeolddongbyeol Cheonmundae | |||
|KorM=Comet Observatory | |||
|Rus=Обсерватория «Комета» | |||
|RusR=Observatoriya «Kometa» | |||
|RusM="Comet" Observatory | |||
|Spa=Planetarium del Cometa | |||
|SpaM=Comet Planetarium | |||
|PorA=Observatório Cometa | |||
|PorAM=Comet Observatory | |||
}} | |||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*When Rosalina transforms the Comet Observatory into a comet, all of the Warp Pads are missing. | *When Rosalina transforms the Comet Observatory into a comet, all of the Warp Pads are missing. | ||
*When the player first unlocks the observatory, the ceiling and sloped circular floor where the beacon is | *When the player first unlocks the observatory, the ceiling and sloped circular floor where the beacon is are a dark shade of purple on the inner parts with magenta on the outer parts; however, if the player enters the Terrace or saves and exits to the title screen, then returns to the observatory, the dark purple turns to an off-white color. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
<references> | <references> | ||
<ref name="smg1rosalina">シン | <ref name="smg1rosalina">{{cite|author=シン|date=February 2, 2016|url=nicoco.net/sm28127180|title=【実況】ぽんこつ配管工 スーパーマリオギャラクシーでたわむれる part1|publisher=Nicovideo|accessdate=May 12, 2016|quote=さすれば、この'''ほうき{{hover|星|ぼし}}の{{hover|天文台|てんもんだい}}'''も {{hover|星船|ほしぶね}}としての{{hover|機能|きのう}}を {{hover|回復|かいふく}}し}}</ref> | ||
</references> | </references> | ||
{{SMG}} | {{SMG}} | ||
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[[it:Osservatorio Cometa]] | [[it:Osservatorio Cometa]] | ||
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[[Category:Hubs]] | [[Category:Hubs]] | ||
[[Category:Spacecraft]] | [[Category:Spacecraft]] | ||
[[Category:Homes]] | [[Category:Homes]] | ||
[[Category:Super Mario Galaxy | [[Category:Super Mario Galaxy locations]] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:39, September 16, 2024
| Comet Observatory | |
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| First appearance | Super Mario Galaxy (2007) |
| Latest appearance | Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022) |
| Greater location | Outer space |
| Ruler | Rosalina |
| Inhabitants | Lumas (Baby Luma, Comet Tico, Hungry Lumas, Polari), Gearmo |
- “Welcome to the Comet Observatory. It's my home, and also home to the Lumas.”
- —Rosalina, Super Mario Galaxy
The Comet Observatory (also called the Observatory Grounds or just the Observatory by Super Mario Galaxy's pause menus) is one of the many areas from Super Mario Galaxy. It acts as the hub area, similar to Peach's Castle in Super Mario 64 and Super Mario 64 DS or Delfino Plaza in Super Mario Sunshine. The Comet Observatory is a space station controlled by Rosalina, and it acts as the home of both her and the Lumas, as well as a single Gearmo.
History[edit]
Super Mario series[edit]
Super Mario Galaxy[edit]
| Comet Observatory | |
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 The Comet Observatory as viewed from a circular platform by the Bedroom. | |
| Game | Super Mario Galaxy Super Mario 3D All-Stars |
| Level(s) | 13 (outside of domes) |
| << List of worlds >> | |
It was built by Rosalina and Luma after Rosalina agreed to take care of him. Over time, it grew to be too big for just the two of them. Soon, other Lumas came to live in the Comet Observatory as well, and Luma transformed into the Beacon that powers the Observatory.
The Comet Observatory normally comes into orbit around the Earth every 100 years, and during that time, the people of the Mushroom Kingdom celebrate the Star Festival, thinking that the observatory is simply a comet. During the most recent Star Festival however, Bowser's forces attacked the Comet Observatory, causing it to lose its power source: Grand Stars and Power Stars. They were scattered throughout the cosmos following the attack, causing the Comet Observatory to remain immobilized above the Mushroom Kingdom. He later attacked Toad Town during their celebrations. Only after Mario recovers five out of seven Grand Stars can the Observatory fly like a starship again. When this has been accomplished, Rosalina takes Mario (or Luigi) to the Center of the Universe to rescue Princess Peach.
The Comet Observatory can be accessed through a portal in the Gateway Galaxy. Throughout the game, there are plenty of characters residing here, including Mario, Rosalina, the Lumas, Luigi, and the Toad Brigade. Much like Peach's Castle in Super Mario 64 or Delfino Plaza in Super Mario Sunshine, certain parts of the observatory are unlocked as Mario gradually acquires Grand Stars and Power Stars. This is because the Grand Stars are used to power the large Beacon in the middle of the Comet Observatory, which enables it to transform into a comet and fly across the cosmos. Once five Grand Stars have been acquired, the observatory will have enough power to travel toward the center of the universe. After six Grand Stars have been obtained while the total Stars obtained is less than 60, Polari says that the beacon is the brightest that it can be.
There are six domes located throughout the Comet Observatory, which act as Mario's means of accessing all of the galaxies that he will encounter in the game. In order, the domes are the Terrace, the Fountain, the Kitchen, the Bedroom, the Engine Room, and the Garden. Galaxies are accessed by collecting multiple Power Stars to unlock more and more domes. Additional Galaxies can be unlocked by feeding the seven Hungry Lumas that appear outside each dome (and the Gate). According to the Lumas, the domes are used to view the cosmos. Other areas in the Observatory are the Garage, the Library, and the Gate.
After Bowser's giant sun collapses into a massive black hole following his defeat by Mario in the final battle, the Comet Observatory is pulled towards the black hole. Parts of the observatory are broken off and scattered as Peach's Castle crashes into the side of it. However, the Lumas all sacrifice themselves by jumping into the black hole, creating a large explosion and reforming the entire cosmos. It can also be inferred that this explosion reformed the Comet Observatory, as it is seen intact in the ending sequence after collecting 120 Power Stars and defeating Bowser a second time. Rosalina transforms it into a comet once again and then flies off to parts unknown.
As the game progresses, the waltz-like theme that plays in this area gains more instruments, though the Gateway Galaxy theme plays instead before the player completes the first mission. If Mario or Luigi try to jump off the Comet Observatory, they will be enveloped in an energy-like bubble and return to safe ground. After completing Bowser's Galaxy Reactor for the first time, a countdown will appear on the tiles underneath Rosalina (talking to her again from that point on will result in her asking if the player wants to complete that level again) showing how many Power Stars are still left to be collected. When all of the stars are finally collected, fulfilling 100% completion, then the countdown will read zero and it will be possible to access "another world" and play as Luigi (first playthrough as Mario) or access Grand Finale Galaxy (second playthrough as Luigi).
Super Mario Galaxy 2[edit]
The Comet Observatory is absent from most of the game, as its role as a hub level is now filled by Starship Mario. Once Mario has obtained enough Power Stars to access Bowser's Galaxy Generator, he, Baby Luma, and Lubba witness from the starship a large comet being drawn into Bowser's fortress. This comet resembles the observatory as it was seen flying in the previous game, and Baby Luma's despairing reaction to seeing it heavily implies that they are the one and the same. Lubba speculates that Bowser must be seeking to become even larger, indicating he had been trying to steal power from the observatory and at the same time keep it from aiding Mario on his journey.
Once Mario has defeated Bowser for the final time and returned to Starship Mario with Peach, the two watch as the Comet Observatory flies up to them and Rosalina appears from inside, seeking to finally reunite with her lost Baby Luma. After thanking Mario for his help, Baby Luma takes his hat as a souvenir, so that he may never forget the adventures they went on, before departing in the observatory with his mother.
The final planet of the Grandmaster Galaxy, where Mario encounters Rosalina once more later on, also resembles the Comet Observatory's Gate.
Super Mario 3D World / Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury[edit]
The Comet Observatory makes an appearance in the background of World Star-2 (Super Galaxy), which is based off of the Super Mario Galaxy games. The Comet Observatory can also be seen faintly in the top right of Super Mario 3D World's full group artwork, and in the sky above Peach's Castle after the game's credits.[1]
Mario Kart series[edit]
A structure that strongly resembles the Comet Observatory appears on the side of the Rosalina's Ice World course in Mario Kart 7, Mario Kart Tour, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Instead of featuring a peach tent with purple outlining, it appears in an aqua color, but still includes the stars on the side of the observatory. It lacks any domes and most structures besides the beacon and the main tent, but in Mario Kart Tour and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, it sits on top of a large circular brick platform. However, it serves only as a part of the course's background.
Mario Tennis Open[edit]
The Comet Observatory first appears in the title screen of Mario Tennis Open. It is seen hovering with the Galaxy Arena above the Earth. It appears prominently as a background for the Star Open's Final cup, the Galaxy Arena. One can clearly see the contents of the observatory by simply switching the camera's angle.
When the game is played in Tournament Mode for the first time and the player beats the World Open, the player receives an invitation from the Comet Observatory stating that the player is now proclaimed as a Star Player and is now able to play in the Star Open.
Mario Party: Island Tour[edit]
The Comet Observatory is seen in the background of Rocket Road in Mario Party: Island Tour for the Nintendo 3DS. When a character wins the game, they circle the Observatory in a victory lap. In this game, both the Fountain area of the Observatory and the Beacon are absent.
Mario Golf: World Tour[edit]
The Comet Observatory appears in Mario Golf: World Tour in Rosalina's best post-hole animations.
Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge[edit]
The Comet Observatory makes an appearance in the background of Mini Rosalina's levels in Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge. The observatory has a few differences, such as the Garden platform and the Engine Room platforms having been replaced with glowing rings. The Fountain is much farther from the observatory than usual, and the front platform is, upon closer examination, missing.
Mario Sports Superstars[edit]
Since Mario Sports Superstars reuses Rosalina's golf animations from Mario Golf: World Tour, the Comet Observatory reappears in the same capacity.
Dr. Mario World[edit]
In Dr. Mario World, the Comet Observatory appears in the second area of World 8. When the second area is cleared, the Beacon lights up.
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope[edit]
The Comet Observatory appears in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, where it is taken over by Cursa and made a part of Cursa's stronghold. The observatory's beacon becomes the source of all Darkmess spreading across the galaxy, and also serves as the entrance to the core of the Darkmess Dimension where Cursa resides.
Music[edit]
- Main article: Rosalina in the Observatory
 Rosalina in the Observatory 1 - Comet Observatory theme before beating The Fiery Stronghold. | File info 0:30 |
| Rosalina in the Observatory 2 - Comet Observatory theme after beating The Fiery Stronghold and before beating Darkness on the Horizon. | File info 0:30 |
| Rosalina in the Observatory 3 - Comet Observatory theme after beating Darkness on the Horizon. | File info 0:30 |
The Comet Observatory's background music is titled "Rosalina in the Observatory". It has made multiple reappearances in later games, including Super Mario Galaxy 2, the Super Smash Bros. series, Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, and Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope.
Gallery[edit]
Super Mario Galaxy[edit]
Data-rendered model.
Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes.
Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes.
Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes.
Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes.
Texture from the storybook-styled prologue cutscenes.
Texture from the storybook-styled cutscenes shown during Rosalina's synopsis.
Texture from the storybook-styled cutscenes shown during Rosalina's synopsis.
Texture from the storybook-styled cutscenes shown during Rosalina's synopsis.
The central area of the Comet Observatory.
The entrance to the Terrace.
The Garage.
The entrance to the Fountain.
The entrance to the Library.
The entrance to the Kitchen.
The entrance to the Bedroom.
The entrance to the Engine Room.
The Gate, which leads to the Gateway Galaxy.
The entrance to the Garden.
The Green Launch Star leading to the Planet of Trials.
Subsequent appearances[edit]
Key artwork from Super Mario 3D World (it cameos in the upper-right corner, behind World Bowser)
Screenshot from Mario Golf: World Tour
Screenshot from Dr. Mario World
Names in other languages[edit]
| Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ほうき星の天文台[2][3] Hōkiboshi no Tenmondai |
Comet Observatory | |
| Chinese (simplified) | 长尾星天文台[?] Chángwěi Xīng Tiānwéntái |
Comet Observatory | |
| Chinese (traditional) | 掃帚星天文台[?] Sàozhǒu Xīng Tiānwéntái |
Comet Observatory | |
| Dutch | Kometenobservatorium[?] | Comet Observatory | |
| Kometenwacht (Mario Golf: World Tour only)[?] | A portmanteau of Komeet ("Comet") and Sterrenwacht ("Observatory") | ||
| French | Observatoire de la comète[?] | Comet Observatory | |
| German | Sternwarte des Kometen[?] | Comet Observatory | |
| Italian | Osservatorio Cometa[?] | Comet Observatory | |
| Korean | 별똥별 천문대[?] Byeolddongbyeol Cheonmundae |
Comet Observatory | |
| Portuguese (NOA) | Observatório Cometa[?] | Comet Observatory | |
| Russian | Обсерватория «Комета»[?] Observatoriya «Kometa» |
"Comet" Observatory | |
| Spanish | Planetarium del Cometa[?] | Comet Planetarium |
Trivia[edit]
- When Rosalina transforms the Comet Observatory into a comet, all of the Warp Pads are missing.
- When the player first unlocks the observatory, the ceiling and sloped circular floor where the beacon is are a dark shade of purple on the inner parts with magenta on the outer parts; however, if the player enters the Terrace or saves and exits to the title screen, then returns to the observatory, the dark purple turns to an off-white color.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ GameXplain (November 21, 2013). Super Mario 3D World: Ending & Credits (Spoilers!). YouTube (English). Retrieved May 25, 2024.
- ^ Nintendo (2007). スーパーマリオギャラクシー：プロローグ. nintendo.co.jp (Japanese). Retrieved May 8, 2016.
- ^ "さすれば、このほうき星の天文台も 星船としての機能を 回復し" – シン (February 2, 2016). 【実況】ぽんこつ配管工 スーパーマリオギャラクシーでたわむれる part1. Nicovideo. Retrieved May 12, 2016.
| Mario Tennis Open | ||
|---|---|---|
| Playable characters | Default | Mario • Luigi • Princess Peach • Yoshi • Princess Daisy • Boo • Bowser Jr. • Diddy Kong • Donkey Kong • Waluigi • Wario • Bowser |
| Unlockable | Luma • Baby Mario • Baby Peach • Dry Bowser | |
| Obtained from QR code | Red Yoshi • Blue Yoshi • Light Blue Yoshi • Yellow Yoshi • Pink Yoshi • Black Yoshi • White Yoshi • Metal Mario | |
| Non-playable characters | Toad • Lakitu • Toads • Goomba • Mechakoopa • Penguin • Shy Guy • Koopa Troopa • Piranha Plant • Inky Piranha Plant • Buzzy Beetle • Koopa Paratroopa | |
| Courts | Mario Stadium • Mushroom Valley • Wario Dunes • DK Jungle • Bowser's Castle • Penguin Iceberg • Peach's Palace • Galaxy Arena | |
| Cups | Mushroom Cup • Flower Cup • Banana Cup • Champions Cup • 1-Up Mushroom Cup • Ice Flower Cup • Shell Cup • Final Cup | |
| Special Games | Ring Shot • Super Mario Tennis • Galaxy Rally • Ink Showdown | |
