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Cappy
Super Mario Odyssey artwork
Artwork of Cappy from Super Mario Odyssey
Species Bonneter
First appearance Super Mario Run (Ver. 2.1.1) (cameo) (2017)
Super Mario Odyssey (first physical appearance) (2017)
Latest appearance Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (2018)
Latest portrayal Shohei Komatsu[1]
You know... It seems we're after the same thing... Perhaps we should team up! Let's see if we can't help those two!”
Cappy, Super Mario Odyssey

Cappy is a major character in Super Mario Odyssey. He is Mario's main ally throughout the game and assists him in various ways. Along with his little sister Tiara, Cappy is a Bonneter originally from the Cap Kingdom and joins Mario to rescue her after she is kidnapped by Bowser.

Cappy has the ability to capture enemies and other creatures and objects, allowing Mario to control them and use their abilities. He can also change form to match the outfit and headwear chosen.

Concept and creation

Concept art of Cappy in Super Mario Odyssey.
Sketch of Cappy's final design

Cappy's final design was colored white as he was meant to transform into various hats, and white was deemed a color able to fit all the different colors of the hats.[2] Furthermore, his eyes while smiling were made to resemble the "M" of Mario's cap.[2]

History

Super Mario series

Super Mario Run

Cappy statue in Super Mario Run.
Cappy's statue in Super Mario Run

Although Super Mario Odyssey is the first game in which Cappy is physically present, he technically debuted in Super Mario Run via a cameo. To promote Super Mario Odyssey's appearance at E3 2017, a statue of Cappy in the form of the Mario Cap was made available as one of the objects in Kingdom Builder on June 14, 2017 and costs 2,000 coins. When tapped after it is placed on the field, it changes to his original top hat form for a few seconds, while his voice can be heard exclaiming, "Cappy!"

This statue, along with the other Super Mario Odyssey-related items, was made available normally through the Remix 10 mode as of the version 3.0.4 update for the game. It can be obtained from the Bonus Game at the end of each 10-course interval and the Super Bonus Game, which can be accessed by collecting enough Bonus Medals while playing.

Super Mario Odyssey

Cappy's proper debut occurs in Super Mario Odyssey, where he is Mario's main partner throughout the game. Cappy joins Mario to rescue his little sister Tiara, who had been kidnapped by Bowser along with Princess Peach. He is "energetic but a bit timid."[3] For the entire game, Cappy substitutes for the Mario Cap, since it was torn up in the the opening cutscene. Cappy is also controlled by the second player while playing in two player mode.

Mario can throw Cappy in various ways to have him attack or interact with items; the standard throw is directly forward followed by a return, and there are multiple other variations. Cappy can also be held in place once thrown to strike blocks repeatedly. Throwing Cappy in the air gives Mario a vertical boost while canceling horizontal momentum, allowing Mario to adjust his trajectory. Mario can bounce off Cappy once per jump, significantly extending Mario's jumping reach. Certain situations separate Cappy from Mario, preventing Mario from using any of these new moves. Most commonly, this is having Cappy activate a scarecrow. In the Lost Kingdom, Klepto steals Cappy from Mario until he is defeated.

When thrown at certain enemies or objects, Cappy captures them, allowing Mario to control them to get across stages. Cappy can also interact with the environment. For example, he can pull levers, pull out posts, destroy some objects, and remove pools of posion. Cappy can collect items when thrown, such as coins and hearts. Exceptions include Power Moons and keys. In addition to Coin Blocks, Cappy can also collect items from certain environmental objects, such as bushes. In two player mode, Cappy can fly freely near Mario, and can jump and Ground Pound independently of him.

Together, Mario and Cappy operate the Odyssey, a flying ship that takes them between kingdoms. Cappy is required to operate the ship, since throwing Cappy onto its globe is what starts the powering up cutscene and what takes the player into the menu to pick a destination. Because of this, while Cappy is stolen by Klepto, the player cannot leave the Lost Kingdom.

Cappy can warp Mario to any Checkpoint Flag they have activated. The Odyssey has a Checkpoint Flag on it, so Cappy can warp to the Odyssey as well.

Cappy uses his shape changing powers to take the form of any hat the player obtains. He is also able to transform into new designs, which happens twice during the game. He becomes a Captain's Hat after they use the Odyssey for the first time.

Cappy also informs the player of various details of the game and the surrounding world. Before they arrive at each new kingdom, he reads out details from the brochure. While grounded, Cappy has a large number of possible lines. These range from reactions to story events, explaining gameplay features such as regional coins that can only be used in one kingdom, and advice if the player is stuck. Cappy informs the player of if a bonus area has any Power Moons or regional coins left. (He even does this in cases where he is outside the area due to a Scarecrow.) He cheers every time Mario damages a boss. Even though Cappy changes shape, his dialogue box always reflects his base appearance.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Cappy in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Cappy appears in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as the Mario Cap, Mario's Top Hat and Builder Helmet, appearing during some moves and a taunt alongside Mario. However, he does not have any effect on Mario's moveset. He also appears in his Bonneter form as a support spirit, which slightly increases the power of grabs and throws when equipped. Cappy's spirit can be summoned using Ezlo's core and Boo Mario's core, a reference to Cappy sharing a similar hat-based and ghostly appearance with Ezlo and Boo Mario, respectively. Cappy also appears in Mario Cap form as a hat that can be worn by Mii Fighters, which can be unlocked through a challenge.

Other appearances

A headgear item based off Cappy was released in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp on October 27, 2018 to celebrate the first anniversary of Super Mario Odyssey.

General information

Physical description

Cappy's normal form is a white top hat with blue wisps of hair and large eyes with red irises. Under the hat is his main body, which somewhat resembles an Eerie. When transformed into different hats, such as the Mario Cap, Cappy's eyes appear on the hat. Cappy also comes in a variety of outfits, which can be purchased from the kingdoms' Crazy Cap stores, including a chef hat, top hat, builder hat, and a fedora. Cappy always takes the form of the Mario Cap when capturing an enemy or object. In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Cappy gains a subdued color scheme and simple detailing.

Personality

Cappy is a helpful, friendly, selfless, confident, and heroic character who is always there for those he cares about. However, he is a little timid and easily startled at times. Despite this, after joining with Mario, he is very bold and never backs down from a fight, such if the player chooses to leave the Wedding Hall before rescuing Peach and Tiara. When Tiara is captured, he immediately chooses to join Mario and assist him in his journey. He is also talkative, frequently giving Mario advice and checking out interesting aspects of other kingdoms.

While in the Darker Side, he is shown to be grateful to Mario for his journey when they climb the replica of the New Donk City Hall to reach the last Multi Moon on its top.

Profiles and statistics

Super Mario Run

Item description
  • Cappy Statue: Straight from Super Mario Odyssey! This statue is of Mario's new partner Cappy.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Spirit
#78 Cappy
Super Mario Odyssey artwork Series/game Super Mario Series
Type Support
Slots 1
Class Advanced
Strength / effect(s) Strong Throw
How to obtain Summoned with an Ezlo and Boo Mario core; Spirit Board
Spirit battle Opponent(s) Mario
Conditions

Rule: Invisibility; Item: Boomerang

  • The enemy is invisible
  • The enemy is easily distracted by items
Stage Rainbow Cruise
Song Jump Up, Super Star!

Quotes

Main article: List of Super Mario Odyssey quotes § Cappy
  • "*gasp* It's too big! I couldn't hold on to it any longer!"
  • "I remember this place!"
  • "I bet there's still at least one Power Moon in here somewhere!"
  • "What odd little fellows! They seem to know you! And...not like you..."

Gallery

For this subject's image gallery, see Gallery:Cappy.

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning Notes
Japanese キャッピー[3]
Kyappī
Cappy
Chinese (simplified) 凯皮[?]
Kǎipí
Cappy
Chinese (traditional) 凱比[?]
Kǎibǐ
Cappy
Dutch Cappy[?] -
French Cappy[?] -
German Cappy[?] -
Italian Cappy[?] -
Korean 캐피[?]
Kaepi
Cappy
Portuguese Cappy[?] -
Russian Кеппи[?]
Keppi
Cappy
Spanish Cappy[?] -

References