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CrystalPhoenixBlader here, bringing in another chapter to the fanfic! The Creepy Steeple arc is going well, but soon it’s time to end this arc and get ready for the Isle Delfino arc for a little beach action! ..And apparently, Azusa arrived there prematurely, did she?? ..Well, anyways, I donot own any of the Mario characters or the iDOLMASTER characters, the Mario characters belong to Nintendo and the iDOLMASTER characters belong to Namco Bandai. So, with that out of the way, let’s splash back in!
“Opening Theme: “Intro/Title (Night)” (Mario Kart: Super Circuit)*
**Mario & iDOLMASTER Party**
Chapter 21
Farewell to the Steeple, Surprise Call from Mona!
*Creepy Steeple ~ Main Hall*
*Insert Theme: “Banshee Boardwalk” (Mario Kart 64)*
With King Boo safely put in quarantine inside the bag of the now upgraded Poltergust 5000 XL, the party was able to continue without any more interruptions, what with Doopliss keep himself busy tidying up the damages to the mansion and Bowser disappearing off somewhere, trying to find out where Azusa went. With the Dance Event resolved in Eri and Yayoi’s favor, much to the delight of Ai, Ryou, and Iori, the event well to the last turns. After Takane’s successful victory of the one-player mini game, “Pedal Power”, fueled by the vigor that welled up during the with King Boo, the last mini-games were to be decided. “So what’s mini game are we gonna do now?” Daisy wondered pretty much having her hand on her chin in thought.
“Well, consider that King Boo’s been dealt with, I don’t think things are going to be too scary now.” Takane spoke calmly, which somehow eased the tension building up in Eri and Luigi.
However, whether it’s by plain bad luck or not, Iori, deciding to bring Yoshi along for the ride, decided to creep up on the hapless plumber brother. “….Luigi!!!!!” The tsundere Idol spoke in an intensely intimidating tone fit for a horror movie.
“YAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!” Luigi screamed in complete horror before falling to the side in shock, his wizard hat fallen to the side.
“Heeheehee…got you!” Iori giggled, while Yoshi snickered beside her. (If only he had the flight cap and the scarf, he’d probably do a very good Muttley cosplay along with the snicker)
Luigi laid motionless from shock on the floor, while Ritsuko rubbed her forehead over the absurdity of Iori’s prank.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Night Duel” (Mario Party 6)*
Anyways, a Duel Game of Mushroom Brew occurred in which Yayoi and Toadette stepped in front of two cauldrons holding star-tipped magic wands. Basically, the rules, set by the little Goomba, were to quickly, yet accurately, add the colored mushrooms into the cauldron. Yayoi and Toadette scramble to try to put the right mushrooms into the cauldrons until the moment the Goomba said stop. The cauldrons started rumbling, with the cheerful Idol and the Toad girl waiting in anxious anticipation until……. A Star popped out of Yayoi’s cauldron and flew off, while Toadette’s cauldron summoned….nothing! Nothing!
“Eh-ehh! I did it!” Yayoi exclaimed happily, while Toadette sadly pouted.
Apparently, due to good luck on part of both teams, was the chance of a rare Item mini game, “Coffin Congestion”, where five Items were placed in five of the six coffins, and, since Bowser left prematurely, a Blue Twirler dove in the last coffin. The coffins were opened repeatedly, with the items and the ghost randomly showing up in different coffins. After a short while, the coffins stopped opening and Eri was left to think for a bit which coffin to check. After thinking things over, the former hikikomori ran and opened one of the coffins, only to find a Mushroom, while the coffin holding the ghost opened by itself to let the ghost out.
*End Theme*
Afterwards, after some mischievous mishaps during the last turns, it all came to the last mini game of the event, which suddenly drew stares to its name on cobweb-stained board: “Smashdance - Nighttime”.
*Creepy Steeple ~ “Smashdance” Night Arena*
*Insert Theme: “Warming Up” (Mario Party 6)*
All participating members of both Team Mario and the Idols decided to warm up for the challenge while Vivian explains the rules, since Beldam wanted a break for a moment. The challenge is to hit the most glowing panels on the ground within the time limit, although for Luigi, Daisy, and Toadette, they simply have to perform a Ground Pound technique, using their bottoms, while for Takane, Eri, and Yayoi, they simply have to perform a Spiral Stomp, using their own legs instead to hit the panels. While the participants perform to their fullest, Beldam rested a bit, probably having a headache over what had transpired.
“Mweh-ughhhh……maybe I really am getting too old for this…” The old crone of the Shadow Sirens frowned as Marilyn tried her hardest to comfort her; seems everything had went completely out of hand since she decided that she and her sisters should debut as hosts in the once-in-a-lifetime event.
“..I know how you feel, Beldam. Really, I do. When I stepped into the Mushroom Kingdom, along with the rest of the Idols, I didn’t know what to expect.” Ritsuko calmly reasoned with the elder Shadow Siren, who quietly smiled.
“Still, despite all that had happened, you worked your hardest to remain calm. I really respect that.” Beldam smiled at the smart Idol. Producer-san overheard the conversation and began to recount all the crazy incidents so far in the party. Safe to say, the whole was very enjoyable for the Idols, albeit a little too crazy for comfort. Nevertheless, the Idols were all having fun, as well as having first-hand experience on what it’s like to face the baddies within the Mushroom World.
“Sis, Ritsuko, look! It looks like Luigi won the round!” Vivian grabbed the attention immediately, as the intelligent Idol and the Shadow Siren leader turn to see a happy Luigi near Takane, who shrugged without much care.
*End Theme*
*Creepy Steeple ~ Staircase*
*Insert Theme: “The Adventure Ends” (Mario Party 3)*
Despite all the abnormalities that occurred in the mansion and the absence of Azusa, the event was nearing to a close. Beldam, with Marilyn and Vivian by her side (Doopliss is unavailable due to needed clean-up detail. Housekeeping can be rough if it’s a big house. Plus the make-up doodling from Ami and Mami…don’t get me started…)
“Mwee-hee-hee! This is it, my pretties! All the turns have been done in this spookfest, and finally it is time to tally the results! Vivian, if you will please!” Beldam announced, passing the torch to the young Shadow Siren.
“Thanks, sis! Alright, before we announce who is the Super Star of Creepy Steeple, we have to tally how many Stars each of the participants have. First, ..wow….we have Luigi with 5 Stars, Second is a tie between Takane and Daisy with 4 Stars, Yayoi and Toadette with 3 Stars, with 2 Stars is Eri!”
After finishing getting all the make-up out of his body, Doopliss appeared out of the shadows, enough to intimidate Yukiho and Makoto, and decides to back up Vivian in the announcement. “Hey, if it all can’t be decided on just Stars, then we’ll just go with Coins! So, everyone’s Coins look like this!”
To no surprise, Takane held the most Coins, followed by a tie between Luigi and Daisy, then Toadette, Eri, and finally Yayoi.
“Guh-uh!!!” Mariyn grabbed her siblings’ attention by bringing the awards over to the spider web-tainted podium.
Somehow, a cell phone sound emitted in the emptiness of the mansion, startling everyone.
*End Theme Temporarily, Insert Theme: “Wario’s Theme” (Wario Ware Inc. : Mega Party Game$)*
“Oh, sorry, that was me. Seems I’ve got an important business call from my own company! Can you all continue on without me??” Wario called out as he pulled out his cell phone, with a bewildered Waluigi wondering what the fat comrade’s company, Wario Ware Inc., would want from their C.E.O. right now. However, that didn’t stop Ritsuko from wondering what Wario is up to, excusing himself for a bit.
“I hope Wario isn’t up to some prank again!” The Ryuuguu Komachi producer frowned, but this time, Waluigi stepped.
“Actually, Wario had to answer a business call. Believe me, we’ve both had common goals to mess up the Mario Bros. ..as well as having businesses of our own.”
Ritsuko turned a skeptical gaze at the thin miscreant, “Businesses? You two?? I know you’re trying to pull my leg!”
In a sudden twist, Waluigi turned serious, “We really do! Although, I doubt my company, Waluigi Industries, will want a part in sponsoring the party. WarioWare, though…”
“WHAT? YOU SERIOUS?! Okay, I’ll see what I can come up with! Okay, thanks for the heads up!” Wario concluded his call before putting his cell phone away, only to see a confused Ritsuko staring at him.
“So, what was the call about??” The intelligent Idol asked.
“About Azusa…..you can count on hearing some good news about her when the next location for the Party is announced. ..Though don’t get TOO excited right now. I don’t want to spoil things, ‘kay?” Wario answered promptly before turning his attention back to the party, with Ritsuko wondering what on Earth he is talking about.
*End Theme, Resume Theme: “The Adventure Ends” (Mario Party 3)*
“First is the Game Star, which goes to the participant who won the most Mini Games! Mwee-hee, this Star goes to…Luigi! ..Weird..” Beldam announced before tossing the Star to Luigi…which landed straight into his head!
“Ouch! I could’ve just-a walked to the Star!” Luigi groaned as he rubbed his forehead and picked up the Star on the floor.
Vivian then takes the microphone as she readies the next award, “Next is the Coin Star, which goes to the player who accumulated the most Coins overall. This Star…goes to Takane Shijou!
“Hmm, as expected.” Takane grinned as she accepted her award.
Doopliss then hovered forward, looking a little reluctant. Accepting the mike from Vivian, he began to speak. “Lastly is the Happening Star, which goes to the person who stepped on the ‘? Space’ the most times ….and made me look like something out of a slapstick cartoon a couple of times, geez, thanks a lot!”, keeping everything after ‘and’ in a disgruntled mutter. “This award goes to…Eri Mizutani!”
Eri quietly accepted the Star, but soon after that, the familiar rainbow-colored Dimension Star appeared right out the window in a way that it looked like it came from the moon! Much to everyone’s attention, the Star once again revolved around the contestants in a spinning circular motion, enough to make anyone focusing on it dizzy.
*End Theme, Insert Sound Effect: “Drumroll”*
“Mwee-hee-heeee!!!! This is it! Our winner, or Super Star of Creepy Steeple is…” Beldam announced as the Dimension Star kept spinning and spinning, until it stopped one one particular person, much to everyone’s surprise.
*End Drumroll*
“Luigi!”
“Wait..I, uh…I wa.. wa.. WON??” The green plumber stammered in complete shock. Before he noticed, Daisy, as well as Yukiho, Makoto, and Mario ran up to the bewildered Luigi.
“Nice-a job, Bro!” The red plumber patted his sibling on the shoulder, while Yukiho and Daisy hugged him…a little too hard for him to breathe! “Ack…easy there, you two!”
“Oops…gomenesai, Luigi-chan!” Yukiho smiled, while Daisy grinned. “Aw, c’mon Luigi, you won the thing this time! Quite a comeback from back at Glamour Street, right?”
Takane looked at Luigi and smirked as she turned to Hibiki and Miki, “Guess I’ll let this defeat go just this once… you really are something else, Luigi. If only you were an Idol yourself…”
“Mwee-hee, now, Luigi, if you would come with me..” Beldam offered as the elder Shadow Siren led Luigi to the top room, where Mario faced Doopliss in the past.
*Creepy Steeple ~ Top Floor*
*Insert Theme: “Mad Monster Mansion – Inside the Church” (Banjo-Kazooie)
Luigi, as well as the rest of Team Mario and the Idols, used an old trampoline to launch themselves into the top floor, where Doopliss once resided before leaving on his acting career. Startlingly, a portal of dark energy stood in the very center of Doopliss’ room, much to the Duplighost’s distaste.
“Ugh…still there, I see?” Doopliss groaned, which quickly got Mario’s attention.
“You know of-a dis?” The red plumber questioned.
“Yeah, Slick…it happened just a few days ago…” The Duplighost frowned as he began to remember..
*FLASHBACK*
“I was back stage with Flurrie looking at the party you and the Idols were participating at Glamour Street. Madame Flurrie was a little sad that she can’t participate due to the fashion show she has to host, but an idea dawned on her that I can take her place if a part should happen. I was thrilled to hear that, but then a breaking news interrupted the conversation. Ghosts were making the townsfolk disappear.. at Creepy Steeple. I was aghast at what I heard, but then a hope came to me…what if the Shadow Sirens also know of the calamity plaguing the landscape there? Without a moment’s notice, I hastily left to Twilight Town, and, sure enough, there they were, holding a notice for holding the next party. I decided, both for old times’ sake and to solve why the villagers were vanishing, to temporarily rejoin the group.
*END FLASHBACK*
“After learning that King Boo was to blame for this senseless tragedy, we questioned if it was safe for you and the Idols, but learned that Super Mario here is heading the party, so I figured, things should be okay!”
Doopliss concluded his explanation as he gazed at the portal, to which Beldam decided to send Luigi, since he and Takane already dealt with King Boo…who is now trapped in the Poltergust’s durable bag, cursing his own crown off!
“Mwee-hee-hee! Luigi, when you’re ready, use the energy from the Dimension Comet and seal up the portal.” Beldam informed
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Catching Ghosts” (Luigi’s Mansion)*
“Don’t-a have to tell me twice!” Luigi readied himself as he focused a wave of forest green energy in closing the portal. Takane and Daisy looked at each other and nodded before sending streams of maroon and desert orange into Luigi’s wave, blending together. The portal began to emit a pecular energy field that began to suck all the dark ghosts King Boo summoned while releasing the victims out onto the floor. One of the ghosts, in its desperation, grabbed Yayoi in the leg, determined to not go alone. (Technically, although she, Eri, and Toadette had the same number of Stars, she had the least amount of Coins, which landed her in last place.)
“EEEK!!! LET GO! LET GO!” Yayoi screamed, but before the ghost could succeed, it got pelted in the face with an egg, this time by Iori.
“Nice shot, Iori-chan!” Yoshi cheered as he grabbed Yayoi’s arm with his strong chameleon-like tongue.
“Thanks! ..Though, did you really need to use your tongue?” Iori questioned in a grossed out deadpan, but decided to think about that for another time as she reached out for Yayoi.
“.*gasp*..*gasp*…Thank you, Yoshi-chan, Iori-chan..” Yayoi sighed a breath of relief, as she was set down on the floor, to which the tsundere and the bipedal dinosaur smile. After the ghosts disappear, the portal vanished into thin air, leaving only the quiet atmosphere of the room.
*End Theme with Bell Ding sound*
*Creepy Steeple ~ Main Entrance*
*Insert Theme:
With the whole incident settled down, Team Mario, as well as the Idols, were more than ready to leave Creepy Steeple. (Well…more, Yukiho, Makoto, Ryou, Eri, and Luigi, seeing as they already jumped into the pipe without hesitation.) Before heading to the Multi Destination Pipe along with everyone else, Mario decided to talk with the Shadow Sirens and Doopliss one more time.
“Mwee-hee-hee, well Mario, I have to say, this was a very eventful moment we all had to experience. Though sad to say, I think now with all that’s happened, I have had enough excitement for a lifetime!” Beldam responded in a solemn tone.
“It’s-a fine! By da way you handled yourselves, I-a think you all have-a redeemed yourselves!” Mario smiled, which made the old crone happy she had redeemed her ways.
“Guh-huh-huh!” Marilyn smiled, despite her speech impediment, she too was grateful that Mario also gave her this chance.
“As for me, Slick, as soon as I can get the place cleaned up, I’m heading back to my acting career. Seems Flurrie called and said she needed me for the next project after the fashion show’s done!” Doopliss answered promptly.
“Okey-dokey, when you do-a see Flurrie, tell her I said-a hi!” Mario kindly made his request to the Duplighost, to which he gave a thumbs-up!
“Well, I guess this is good bye again for now. I wish you all the best in the upcoming events!” Vivian smiled as she kissed Mario on the cheek. (Fortunately, Peach already headed into the pipe, otherwise things could have gone bad.)
“Alrighty, see you all neat time!!” Mario bid farewell as he hopped into the pipe, with the Shadow Sirens and Doopliss having one last look before the pipe vanished into thin air.
“Mwee-hee, I guess, with all said and done, let’s head for home, Shadow Sirens!” Beldam smiled as she turned in the direction of the path to Twilight Town.
“Guh!” “Okay, sis!” Marilyn and Vivian smiled, while Doopliss waved his hand, “I’ll pass on theat offer, Beldam. Flurrie’s pretty much waiting for me.”
“Well, good luck at the stage, Freak Sheet! Mwee-hee-hee-hee-hee!!!” Beldam bid goodbye as she Beldam, and Vivian dive into the shadows, leaving a pouting Doopliss behind.
“FOR THE LAST TIME, IT’S DOOPLISS!!! Ugh, why can’t she say my name right?”
*End Theme*
*Peach’s Castle ~ Late Night*
*Insert Theme: “Hyrule Field Night Theme” (The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess)*
After a nice long dinner, all of Team Mario and the Idols went to bed to prepare for the next event. Fortunately, Bowser wasn’t around this time since he was still checking around for Azusa’s whereabouts, so the Idols can safely sleep that night. However, the portly rival of Mario was about to get a sudden wake-up call from his cell phone..
*Peach’s Castle ~ Wario and Waluigi’s Guest Room*
“Huh, whuzza?? Aww, and I was right in the middle of a good dream too….” Wario groaned as he went to answer the phone. “Alright, who’s big idea was to call me this late at night??”
“Chairman Wario!! You won’t believe the great news I’ve got to tell you!!”
Wario quickly recognized the voice. “That voice…is that you, Mona??”
*End Theme with Record Scratch sound, Insert Theme: “Mona’s Theme” (Wario Ware: Mega Party Game$)*
A young woman with bright long hair wearing a goggled helmet and a white jacket called Wario from within a plane heading off from Diamond City to Isle Delfino. “Guess what, boss! I just got a call from some captain named Bobbery that I’m also given a co-hosting spot for the Dimension Comet party there! Isn’t that amazing? I always wanted to go there at least once!”
“That’s…very great news Mona! You can pretty much bet I’m involved in the party as well!” Wario gleamed happily, seeing as one of his top workers at Wario Ware Inc. is getting involved as well.
“Oh by the way, Bobbery also gave me news of the 765 Pro Idols who are also part of the party! In fact, he’s treating this one Idol, um..Azusa, was it? ..to a meal over in Hotel Delfino at Sirena Beach, on his own tab, of course!” Mona exclaimed cheerfully.
“Wait..Azusa’s at Isle Delfino? I’ve never actually been there, though Mario and Peach have… tell you what, Mona, keep an eye on her when you get there, alright?” Wario calmly asked Mona, to which she smiled.
“You got it, Boss! I’ll see you there!” The beautiful worker agreed before ending her call, which led Wario to thinking about what happened in the past.
“Did that Goody-Two-Shoes say he was framed for a crime he didn’t commit there once? …Bah, doesn’t matter, at least I’ve some good news to say to Glasses tomorrow!” Wario concluded his thought before heading back to sleep.
*End Theme*
That’s the end of another chapter! The Creepy Steeple Arc has come to an end, and now I’ve revealed Mona from the Warioware games as the second host of the Isle Delfino portion of the party! Oh, and those who have played “Super Mario Sunshine” will surely know what crime Mario was framed for. The reunion with Azusa, as well as the start of the Isle Delfino arc will be shown next chapter!

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CrystalPhoenixBlader here, bringing in another chapter to the fanfic! The Creepy Steeple arc is going well, but soon it’s time to end this arc and get ready for the Isle Delfino arc for a little beach action! ..And apparently, Azusa arrived there prematurely, did she?? ..Well, anyways, I donot own any of the Mario characters or the iDOLMASTER characters, the Mario characters belong to Nintendo and the iDOLMASTER characters belong to Namco Bandai. So, with that out of the way, let’s splash back in!
“Opening Theme: “Intro/Title (Night)” (Mario Kart: Super Circuit)*
**Mario & iDOLMASTER Party**
Chapter 21
Farewell to the Steeple, Surprise Call from Mona!
*Creepy Steeple ~ Main Hall*
*Insert Theme: “Banshee Boardwalk” (Mario Kart 64)*
With King Boo safely put in quarantine inside the bag of the now upgraded Poltergust 5000 XL, the party was able to continue without any more interruptions, what with Doopliss keep himself busy tidying up the damages to the mansion and Bowser disappearing off somewhere, trying to find out where Azusa went. With the Dance Event resolved in Eri and Yayoi’s favor, much to the delight of Ai, Ryou, and Iori, the event well to the last turns. After Takane’s successful victory of the one-player mini game, “Pedal Power”, fueled by the vigor that welled up during the with King Boo, the last mini-games were to be decided. “So what’s mini game are we gonna do now?” Daisy wondered pretty much having her hand on her chin in thought.
“Well, consider that King Boo’s been dealt with, I don’t think things are going to be too scary now.” Takane spoke calmly, which somehow eased the tension building up in Eri and Luigi.
However, whether it’s by plain bad luck or not, Iori, deciding to bring Yoshi along for the ride, decided to creep up on the hapless plumber brother. “….Luigi!!!!!” The tsundere Idol spoke in an intensely intimidating tone fit for a horror movie.
“YAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!” Luigi screamed in complete horror before falling to the side in shock, his wizard hat fallen to the side.
“Heeheehee…got you!” Iori giggled, while Yoshi snickered beside her. (If only he had the flight cap and the scarf, he’d probably do a very good Muttley cosplay along with the snicker)
Luigi laid motionless from shock on the floor, while Ritsuko rubbed her forehead over the absurdity of Iori’s prank.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Night Duel” (Mario Party 6)*
Anyways, a Duel Game of Mushroom Brew occurred in which Yayoi and Toadette stepped in front of two cauldrons holding star-tipped magic wands. Basically, the rules, set by the little Goomba, were to quickly, yet accurately, add the colored mushrooms into the cauldron. Yayoi and Toadette scramble to try to put the right mushrooms into the cauldrons until the moment the Goomba said stop. The cauldrons started rumbling, with the cheerful Idol and the Toad girl waiting in anxious anticipation until……. A Star popped out of Yayoi’s cauldron and flew off, while Toadette’s cauldron summoned….nothing! Nothing!
“Eh-ehh! I did it!” Yayoi exclaimed happily, while Toadette sadly pouted.
Apparently, due to good luck on part of both teams, was the chance of a rare Item mini game, “Coffin Congestion”, where five Items were placed in five of the six coffins, and, since Bowser left prematurely, a Blue Twirler dove in the last coffin. The coffins were opened repeatedly, with the items and the ghost randomly showing up in different coffins. After a short while, the coffins stopped opening and Eri was left to think for a bit which coffin to check. After thinking things over, the former hikikomori ran and opened one of the coffins, only to find a Mushroom, while the coffin holding the ghost opened by itself to let the ghost out.
*End Theme*
Afterwards, after some mischievous mishaps during the last turns, it all came to the last mini game of the event, which suddenly drew stares to its name on cobweb-stained board: “Smashdance - Nighttime”.
*Creepy Steeple ~ “Smashdance” Night Arena*
*Insert Theme: “Warming Up” (Mario Party 6)*
All participating members of both Team Mario and the Idols decided to warm up for the challenge while Vivian explains the rules, since Beldam wanted a break for a moment. The challenge is to hit the most glowing panels on the ground within the time limit, although for Luigi, Daisy, and Toadette, they simply have to perform a Ground Pound technique, using their bottoms, while for Takane, Eri, and Yayoi, they simply have to perform a Spiral Stomp, using their own legs instead to hit the panels. While the participants perform to their fullest, Beldam rested a bit, probably having a headache over what had transpired.
“Mweh-ughhhh……maybe I really am getting too old for this…” The old crone of the Shadow Sirens frowned as Marilyn tried her hardest to comfort her; seems everything had went completely out of hand since she decided that she and her sisters should debut as hosts in the once-in-a-lifetime event.
“..I know how you feel, Beldam. Really, I do. When I stepped into the Mushroom Kingdom, along with the rest of the Idols, I didn’t know what to expect.” Ritsuko calmly reasoned with the elder Shadow Siren, who quietly smiled.
“Still, despite all that had happened, you worked your hardest to remain calm. I really respect that.” Beldam smiled at the smart Idol. Producer-san overheard the conversation and began to recount all the crazy incidents so far in the party. Safe to say, the whole was very enjoyable for the Idols, albeit a little too crazy for comfort. Nevertheless, the Idols were all having fun, as well as having first-hand experience on what it’s like to face the baddies within the Mushroom World.
“Sis, Ritsuko, look! It looks like Luigi won the round!” Vivian grabbed the attention immediately, as the intelligent Idol and the Shadow Siren leader turn to see a happy Luigi near Takane, who shrugged without much care.
*End Theme*
*Creepy Steeple ~ Staircase*
*Insert Theme: “The Adventure Ends” (Mario Party 3)*
Despite all the abnormalities that occurred in the mansion and the absence of Azusa, the event was nearing to a close. Beldam, with Marilyn and Vivian by her side (Doopliss is unavailable due to needed clean-up detail. Housekeeping can be rough if it’s a big house. Plus the make-up doodling from Ami and Mami…don’t get me started…)
“Mwee-hee-hee! This is it, my pretties! All the turns have been done in this spookfest, and finally it is time to tally the results! Vivian, if you will please!” Beldam announced, passing the torch to the young Shadow Siren.
“Thanks, sis! Alright, before we announce who is the Super Star of Creepy Steeple, we have to tally how many Stars each of the participants have. First, ..wow….we have Luigi with 5 Stars, Second is a tie between Takane and Daisy with 4 Stars, Yayoi and Toadette with 3 Stars, with 2 Stars is Eri!”
After finishing getting all the make-up out of his body, Doopliss appeared out of the shadows, enough to intimidate Yukiho and Makoto, and decides to back up Vivian in the announcement. “Hey, if it all can’t be decided on just Stars, then we’ll just go with Coins! So, everyone’s Coins look like this!”
To no surprise, Takane held the most Coins, followed by a tie between Luigi and Daisy, then Toadette, Eri, and finally Yayoi.
“Guh-uh!!!” Mariyn grabbed her siblings’ attention by bringing the awards over to the spider web-tainted podium.
Somehow, a cell phone sound emitted in the emptiness of the mansion, startling everyone.
*End Theme Temporarily, Insert Theme: “Wario’s Theme” (Wario Ware Inc. : Mega Party Game$)*
“Oh, sorry, that was me. Seems I’ve got an important business call from my own company! Can you all continue on without me??” Wario called out as he pulled out his cell phone, with a bewildered Waluigi wondering what the fat comrade’s company, Wario Ware Inc., would want from their C.E.O. right now. However, that didn’t stop Ritsuko from wondering what Wario is up to, excusing himself for a bit.
“I hope Wario isn’t up to some prank again!” The Ryuuguu Komachi producer frowned, but this time, Waluigi stepped.
“Actually, Wario had to answer a business call. Believe me, we’ve both had common goals to mess up the Mario Bros. ..as well as having businesses of our own.”
Ritsuko turned a skeptical gaze at the thin miscreant, “Businesses? You two?? I know you’re trying to pull my leg!”
In a sudden twist, Waluigi turned serious, “We really do! Although, I doubt my company, Waluigi Industries, will want a part in sponsoring the party. WarioWare, though…”
“WHAT? YOU SERIOUS?! Okay, I’ll see what I can come up with! Okay, thanks for the heads up!” Wario concluded his call before putting his cell phone away, only to see a confused Ritsuko staring at him.
“So, what was the call about??” The intelligent Idol asked.
“About Azusa…..you can count on hearing some good news about her when the next location for the Party is announced. ..Though don’t get TOO excited right now. I don’t want to spoil things, ‘kay?” Wario answered promptly before turning his attention back to the party, with Ritsuko wondering what on Earth he is talking about.
*End Theme, Resume Theme: “The Adventure Ends” (Mario Party 3)*
“First is the Game Star, which goes to the participant who won the most Mini Games! Mwee-hee, this Star goes to…Luigi! ..Weird..” Beldam announced before tossing the Star to Luigi…which landed straight into his head!
“Ouch! I could’ve just-a walked to the Star!” Luigi groaned as he rubbed his forehead and picked up the Star on the floor.
Vivian then takes the microphone as she readies the next award, “Next is the Coin Star, which goes to the player who accumulated the most Coins overall. This Star…goes to Takane Shijou!
“Hmm, as expected.” Takane grinned as she accepted her award.
Doopliss then hovered forward, looking a little reluctant. Accepting the mike from Vivian, he began to speak. “Lastly is the Happening Star, which goes to the person who stepped on the ‘? Space’ the most times ….and made me look like something out of a slapstick cartoon a couple of times, geez, thanks a lot!”, keeping everything after ‘and’ in a disgruntled mutter. “This award goes to…Eri Mizutani!”
Eri quietly accepted the Star, but soon after that, the familiar rainbow-colored Dimension Star appeared right out the window in a way that it looked like it came from the moon! Much to everyone’s attention, the Star once again revolved around the contestants in a spinning circular motion, enough to make anyone focusing on it dizzy.
*End Theme, Insert Sound Effect: “Drumroll”*
“Mwee-hee-heeee!!!! This is it! Our winner, or Super Star of Creepy Steeple is…” Beldam announced as the Dimension Star kept spinning and spinning, until it stopped one one particular person, much to everyone’s surprise.
*End Drumroll*
“Luigi!”
“Wait..I, uh…I wa.. wa.. WON??” The green plumber stammered in complete shock. Before he noticed, Daisy, as well as Yukiho, Makoto, and Mario ran up to the bewildered Luigi.
“Nice-a job, Bro!” The red plumber patted his sibling on the shoulder, while Yukiho and Daisy hugged him…a little too hard for him to breathe! “Ack…easy there, you two!”
“Oops…gomenesai, Luigi-chan!” Yukiho smiled, while Daisy grinned. “Aw, c’mon Luigi, you won the thing this time! Quite a comeback from back at Glamour Street, right?”
Takane looked at Luigi and smirked as she turned to Hibiki and Miki, “Guess I’ll let this defeat go just this once… you really are something else, Luigi. If only you were an Idol yourself…”
“Mwee-hee, now, Luigi, if you would come with me..” Beldam offered as the elder Shadow Siren led Luigi to the top room, where Mario faced Doopliss in the past.
*Creepy Steeple ~ Top Floor*
*Insert Theme: “Mad Monster Mansion – Inside the Church” (Banjo-Kazooie)
Luigi, as well as the rest of Team Mario and the Idols, used an old trampoline to launch themselves into the top floor, where Doopliss once resided before leaving on his acting career. Startlingly, a portal of dark energy stood in the very center of Doopliss’ room, much to the Duplighost’s distaste.
“Ugh…still there, I see?” Doopliss groaned, which quickly got Mario’s attention.
“You know of-a dis?” The red plumber questioned.
“Yeah, Slick…it happened just a few days ago…” The Duplighost frowned as he began to remember..
*FLASHBACK*
“I was back stage with Flurrie looking at the party you and the Idols were participating at Glamour Street. Madame Flurrie was a little sad that she can’t participate due to the fashion show she has to host, but an idea dawned on her that I can take her place if a part should happen. I was thrilled to hear that, but then a breaking news interrupted the conversation. Ghosts were making the townsfolk disappear.. at Creepy Steeple. I was aghast at what I heard, but then a hope came to me…what if the Shadow Sirens also know of the calamity plaguing the landscape there? Without a moment’s notice, I hastily left to Twilight Town, and, sure enough, there they were, holding a notice for holding the next party. I decided, both for old times’ sake and to solve why the villagers were vanishing, to temporarily rejoin the group.
*END FLASHBACK*
“After learning that King Boo was to blame for this senseless tragedy, we questioned if it was safe for you and the Idols, but learned that Super Mario here is heading the party, so I figured, things should be okay!”
Doopliss concluded his explanation as he gazed at the portal, to which Beldam decided to send Luigi, since he and Takane already dealt with King Boo…who is now trapped in the Poltergust’s durable bag, cursing his own crown off!
“Mwee-hee-hee! Luigi, when you’re ready, use the energy from the Dimension Comet and seal up the portal.” Beldam informed
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Catching Ghosts” (Luigi’s Mansion)*
“Don’t-a have to tell me twice!” Luigi readied himself as he focused a wave of forest green energy in closing the portal. Takane and Daisy looked at each other and nodded before sending streams of maroon and desert orange into Luigi’s wave, blending together. The portal began to emit a pecular energy field that began to suck all the dark ghosts King Boo summoned while releasing the victims out onto the floor. One of the ghosts, in its desperation, grabbed Yayoi in the leg, determined to not go alone. (Technically, although she, Eri, and Toadette had the same number of Stars, she had the least amount of Coins, which landed her in last place.)
“EEEK!!! LET GO! LET GO!” Yayoi screamed, but before the ghost could succeed, it got pelted in the face with an egg, this time by Iori.
“Nice shot, Iori-chan!” Yoshi cheered as he grabbed Yayoi’s arm with his strong chameleon-like tongue.
“Thanks! ..Though, did you really need to use your tongue?” Iori questioned in a grossed out deadpan, but decided to think about that for another time as she reached out for Yayoi.
“.*gasp*..*gasp*…Thank you, Yoshi-chan, Iori-chan..” Yayoi sighed a breath of relief, as she was set down on the floor, to which the tsundere and the bipedal dinosaur smile. After the ghosts disappear, the portal vanished into thin air, leaving only the quiet atmosphere of the room.
*End Theme with Bell Ding sound*
*Creepy Steeple ~ Main Entrance*
*Insert Theme:
With the whole incident settled down, Team Mario, as well as the Idols, were more than ready to leave Creepy Steeple. (Well…more, Yukiho, Makoto, Ryou, Eri, and Luigi, seeing as they already jumped into the pipe without hesitation.) Before heading to the Multi Destination Pipe along with everyone else, Mario decided to talk with the Shadow Sirens and Doopliss one more time.
“Mwee-hee-hee, well Mario, I have to say, this was a very eventful moment we all had to experience. Though sad to say, I think now with all that’s happened, I have had enough excitement for a lifetime!” Beldam responded in a solemn tone.
“It’s-a fine! By da way you handled yourselves, I-a think you all have-a redeemed yourselves!” Mario smiled, which made the old crone happy she had redeemed her ways.
“Guh-huh-huh!” Marilyn smiled, despite her speech impediment, she too was grateful that Mario also gave her this chance.
“As for me, Slick, as soon as I can get the place cleaned up, I’m heading back to my acting career. Seems Flurrie called and said she needed me for the next project after the fashion show’s done!” Doopliss answered promptly.
“Okey-dokey, when you do-a see Flurrie, tell her I said-a hi!” Mario kindly made his request to the Duplighost, to which he gave a thumbs-up!
“Well, I guess this is good bye again for now. I wish you all the best in the upcoming events!” Vivian smiled as she kissed Mario on the cheek. (Fortunately, Peach already headed into the pipe, otherwise things could have gone bad.)
“Alrighty, see you all neat time!!” Mario bid farewell as he hopped into the pipe, with the Shadow Sirens and Doopliss having one last look before the pipe vanished into thin air.
“Mwee-hee, I guess, with all said and done, let’s head for home, Shadow Sirens!” Beldam smiled as she turned in the direction of the path to Twilight Town.
“Guh!” “Okay, sis!” Marilyn and Vivian smiled, while Doopliss waved his hand, “I’ll pass on theat offer, Beldam. Flurrie’s pretty much waiting for me.”
“Well, good luck at the stage, Freak Sheet! Mwee-hee-hee-hee-hee!!!” Beldam bid goodbye as she Beldam, and Vivian dive into the shadows, leaving a pouting Doopliss behind.
“FOR THE LAST TIME, IT’S DOOPLISS!!! Ugh, why can’t she say my name right?”
*End Theme*
*Peach’s Castle ~ Late Night*
*Insert Theme: “Hyrule Field Night Theme” (The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess)*
After a nice long dinner, all of Team Mario and the Idols went to bed to prepare for the next event. Fortunately, Bowser wasn’t around this time since he was still checking around for Azusa’s whereabouts, so the Idols can safely sleep that night. However, the portly rival of Mario was about to get a sudden wake-up call from his cell phone..
*Peach’s Castle ~ Wario and Waluigi’s Guest Room*
“Huh, whuzza?? Aww, and I was right in the middle of a good dream too….” Wario groaned as he went to answer the phone. “Alright, who’s big idea was to call me this late at night??”
“Chairman Wario!! You won’t believe the great news I’ve got to tell you!!”
Wario quickly recognized the voice. “That voice…is that you, Mona??”
*End Theme with Record Scratch sound, Insert Theme: “Mona’s Theme” (Wario Ware: Mega Party Game$)*
A young woman with bright long hair wearing a goggled helmet and a white jacket called Wario from within a plane heading off from Diamond City to Isle Delfino. “Guess what, boss! I just got a call from some captain named Bobbery that I’m also given a co-hosting spot for the Dimension Comet party there! Isn’t that amazing? I always wanted to go there at least once!”
“That’s…very great news Mona! You can pretty much bet I’m involved in the party as well!” Wario gleamed happily, seeing as one of his top workers at Wario Ware Inc. is getting involved as well.
“Oh by the way, Bobbery also gave me news of the 765 Pro Idols who are also part of the party! In fact, he’s treating this one Idol, um..Azusa, was it? ..to a meal over in Hotel Delfino at Sirena Beach, on his own tab, of course!” Mona exclaimed cheerfully.
“Wait..Azusa’s at Isle Delfino? I’ve never actually been there, though Mario and Peach have… tell you what, Mona, keep an eye on her when you get there, alright?” Wario calmly asked Mona, to which she smiled.
“You got it, Boss! I’ll see you there!” The beautiful worker agreed before ending her call, which led Wario to thinking about what happened in the past.
“Did that Goody-Two-Shoes say he was framed for a crime he didn’t commit there once? …Bah, doesn’t matter, at least I’ve some good news to say to Glasses tomorrow!” Wario concluded his thought before heading back to sleep.
*End Theme*
That’s the end of another chapter! The Creepy Steeple Arc has come to an end, and now I’ve revealed Mona from the Warioware games as the second host of the Isle Delfino portion of the party! Oh, and those who have played “Super Mario Sunshine” will surely know what crime Mario was framed for. The reunion with Azusa, as well as the start of the Isle Delfino arc will be shown next chapter!