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CrystalPhoenixBlader here, bringing in the next chapter to the fanfic! ..Yeah, yeah, I know I said that line for about the 30th time, but to be honest, I really can’t find a better entry, so sorry. SO anyway, it’s now the start of the Space Observatory Arc, but now Bowser has has taken a preemptive start! Gonna spell some serious trouble! Well, anyways, I do not 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 aside, let’s sail into the cosmos for some good fun!
*Opening Theme: “Overture ~ Title Theme” (Super Mario Galaxy 2)*

**Mario & iDOLMASTER Party**
Chapter 30
The Fate of Rosalina, Power Ups Galore!

*Isle Delfino ~ Delfino Plaza ~ Police Station*
*Insert Theme: “Sweet Mystery Galaxy” (Super Mario Galaxy 2)*
Mario and Luigi explained in a pretty lengthy explanation who the mysterious Rosalina is, the shock on the faces of Producer-san and Ritsuko, as well as the Warden, were obviously in both bewilderment and skepticism.
“A woman within the cosmos? Now I know you two are trying to pull our legs!”
“It is all true. In fact, Rosalina herself is the one who sent me here in the first place!” Benjamin verified the authenticity of the Mario Bros.’ claim by holding a transceiver of his last message from Rosalina herself. As the transceiver turned on, a detailed yet faded image of Benjamin appeared alongside a woman with a height as tall as Waluigi and her body shape much like Peach’s with platinum blonde hair in a style somewhat similar to the Mushroom Kingdom princess, although with a large bang covering her right eye of bright cyan, wearing a pale turquoise dress, yellow star shaped earrings and a silver crown on her head. This wise young woman held a silver wand with a golden star on top.
“I see... So that's why you request the help of the Mario Brothers." The image of Benjamin spoke in a concerned tone.
Rosalina, with a visible frown of great concern, explained in her usual monotone voice, “Yes... A dreadful situation I have come across once more... I have no thought what they intend to do with them... Can you take me to them?”
The image of Benjamin sighed and sadly frowned, “Sorry to say this, but they are busy with the Dimension Comet Party with some guests from another dimension...” but then had an idea that would benefit both the overseer and the “Noki”, “But I could arrange some things and bring the fun to your place. And maybe have HIM informed of the predicament you are in distress of... You have my word."
The transmission quietly ended. Benjamin then turned to the plumber brothers. “That transmission was taken last night.” Of course, both the faces of Mario and Luigi were etched in worry. “Bro... I think-a Rosalina’s in trouble somehow..” Luigi turned to Mario, who quietly crossed his arms.
“I-a completely agree... But with da Dimension Comet Party goin’ on, whatta we gonna do?” Mario asked with worry on his face.
“That’s a good question, Mr. Mario...” Ritsuko agreed with the red plumber, and, along with Producer-san, went deep into thought of what to do.
“Anyway, I informed a friend of mine, and chances are he should be here soon!” Benjamin pointed as the sunset began to appear.
*End theme, Insert Theme: “Professor E. Gadd’s Theme” (Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time)*
All of a sudden, a call on an upgraded version of the Game Boy Horror held by Luigi, now known as the Game Boy Horror DS with two screens, one for visual use, while the bottom screen was for touch commands, emitted a call. Luigi was quick to answer, and the face of Prof. Gadd appeared on the top screen.
“Luigi, is that you answering? I am happy to inform you that the Dimension Pipe is now fixed, however I have discovered a large object far above where you stand. It would be wise to go outside and see for yourself.” The ghost researching professor appeared and informed the green plumber, but before he could give the word, Haruka and Chihaya, both looking dumbstruck appeared.
“Producer-san!! Mario-san!! There’s some large thing that appeared in the sky!!!” Haruka cired out, which was enough for the black haired producer and the red plumber to run outside.
*End Theme*
*Isle Delfino ~ Delfino Plaza*
*Insert Theme: “Blast Off To the Moon” (Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door)*
All the other Idols arrived back the central square to see the sight of a large planet-shaped object hovering far off into the sky, hard for anyone to make certain. A bright light emitted from the object and shone on Benjamin, altering his form.
“Hey, Benjamin, what’s happening to you?!” Hibiki stood dumbfounded as a powerful metamorphosis enveloped the Noki’s being with everyone watching. After a few light shows, Benjamin’s body reappeared, in the form of a star shaped creature called a Luma with heterochromatic eyes, his right eye an aqua blue while his left an aqua green. “I’m back in my Luma form! That.. that must mean...”
“Luigi, the Dimension Pipe is ready! I’ve linked your location to what I believe is this Observatory Toadsworth was talking about as we were repairing the darn thing! Let Mario and the Idols know immediately!” Prof. Gadd spoke on the screen of the Game Boy Horror DS before hanging up.
“All right!” Luigi nodded then turned his attention to the group, explaining of Rosalina and her Comet Observatory. Of course, this excited the Idols.
“A party... in space??? Even I didn’t think that would be possible!” Haruka exclaimed happily with joy.
“I know this is a first... but for once, I’m actually looking forward.” Chihaya smirked with calm confidence. Takane, remembering the times she looked up at the moon at night, began to wonder, “The moon... will I actually set foot there?” ...to which Hibiki just stared at her without comment.
“Well, if-a everybody is-a ready, LET’S A GO!!!” Mario announced as he jumped into the pipe. However, Benjamin, noticing something was off this time, called off. “Wait!! The pipe is not leading to...!” ..Sadly, the plea fell on deaf ears as the Idols and the rest of Team Mario dove into the pipe; Wario made sure to restock on garlic before diving in. “Oh... they won’t like where they’ll end up, I’m certain...” The now-Luma frowned before hopping in the pipe itself. By the time the heterochromatic Luma dove in, the Insta-Clothes function of the Dimension Pipe was already at work, altering the clothes the Idols were wearing once again, this time the clothes resemble a crew of space fleet. (Kosmos Cosmos) As for Team Mario, their clothes were altered to look like a group of members of an intergalactic police force (Space Land from Mario Party 2)... although Yoshi still has his red saddle on the back over his uniform, while Peach and Daisy wore futuristic dresses. However, the location of their landed would be less than what the group desired...
*End Theme*
*Starship Mario ~ Captain’s Panel*
*Insert Theme: “Cave” (The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening)*
The group arrived on scene, however, Mario had a strong inkling that where he and the Idols ended up... was NOT Rosalina’s Comet Observatory.. of course Ritsuko and Producer-san, as well as the now confused Idols, noticed something was off..
The intelligent Idol herself checked her surrondings and scoffed, “Some observatory this is...”
Mario, realizing the place the entire group is on, reacts in a surprised tone, “Wait... dis-a isn’t da observatory... dis is-a...”, but before the now clad space uniform-clad red plumber could finish his sentence, a particularly portly purple Luma with cyan-colored eyes appeared to the group.
“Ahem! Welcome, visitors, to the Starship Mario. And it's good to see you again, Captains!” The portly Luma smiled, which Mario and Luigi quickly recognized the happy creature.
“LUBBA!!”” The brothers exclaim, while Ritsuko stood in shock. “A.. A STARSHIP?!” Seriously, Mr. Mario, you’ve even been to SPACE?!”
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Starship Mario 3* (Super Mario Galaxy)*
“Yep, back-a den, Bowsa took da Princess to da center of the universe. On-a my second run, Lubba helped me undertake a journey to rescue-a Peachy again using da Starship Mario... with-a da help from Luigi and-a Young Master Luma!”
Ritsuko sat down on one of the seats of the Starship and frowned, “I know I may have said this before, but time, I thing I may have seen everything...” As if tooting the young Prooducer’s horn, Ami and Mami, now clad in their uniforms, examined the blueprint layout of the Starship Mario. “Would you believe the shape of the Starship, Mami?”
“Yeah, it looks more like a ‘faceship’ than a starship to me!” Mami smiled, seeing also that the vessel was indeed shaped in Mario’s own face, complete with the hat!
“So-a anyway, Lubba, whatta happened? I thought-a we were to-a head-a directly to Rosalina’s Observatory? What happened?” Mario asked Lubba, to which he gave a saddened frown.
*End Theme with Record Scratch sound*
“Captain Mario...if we head off in the direction of the Comet Obsevatory, my pal, Benjamin, whom you brought along and I will explain.” Lubba solemnly requested, to which the brothers accept.
*Insert Theme: “Starship Mario, Launch!” (Super Mario Galaxy 2)*
“Okay... everybody, enjoy some time while Luigi, Peachy and I get some things straigtened out and get da Starship Mario to Rosalina’s Comet Observatory!” Mario calmly ordered, to which everybody decided to enjoy the view of the very world they were at a couple of minutes before! As for Mario, Luigi, Peach, Ritsuko, and Producer-san, they headed for the large steering wheel. With Mario gripping the wheel and Luigi deciding to go for Navigation, the two super brothers shout out “BLAST OFF!”, and the small planet-like vehicle in the shape of Mario’s head sped off into the stars.
*End Theme*
*Starship Mario ~ Outer Space*
*Musicless... for now..*
A beautiful display of stars, planets, asteroids glistened beautifully before the Idols’ eyes, too beautiful to even believe. What was even more shocking to any of them was the fact that there was plenty of air to breathe within the expanse within the Starship Mario. Deciding to put the ship on autopilot, Mario and Luigi joined Peach, Ritsuko, and Benjamin over a spot of tea on the table placed conveniently out of the way of the controls.
“So... where to-a begin...” Mario decided to start things off.
The Mushroom Kingdom princess decided to go first. “I still don't understand why the Dimension Pipe didn't take us directly to Rosalina's Comet Observatory... I was hoping to meet her at her own home myself...”
The heroic plumber quietly nodded and then spoke, “I don't-a undastand dat myself-a either. Perhaps you can-a give us da dirt of-a when you last talked to her, Benjamin?” The group then turned their attention to the former-Noki-turned-heterochromatic Luma.
*insert Theme: “Sad Theme” (The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages/Seasons)*
"Well, the last time I spoke to her was when I was relaxing from being stuck in the form of a Noki, she came to me as an illusion... she was in a distressful mood as she told me the observatory was attacked." Benjamin quietly stated, which drew stares from the four people sitting there.
“Attacked?” Mario, Peach, Luigi, and Ritsuko answered in unison.
Benjamin continued his message, "Yes. According to what Rose saw as she described, the attack was led by three little spike-backed turtles- One drove a flying pod with a propeller underneath, barking orders to his grunts. The second one was taller than due to his hair wore glasses and wheezed while piloting a giant four-legged machine and last one jumped up and down on a rubber ball. All they did was kidnap the youngest Lumas from the Luma Nursery while a major number of Lumas as well as Rose herself are trapped in crystal as they got away in a fleet of Airships. Smells like Ol' Bowser got the jump start before we did. Huh, Mario?"
“Ohh...” Peach solemnly responded, while Mario quietly crossed his arms in thought. Luigi then took his turn on the conversation, “Why would-a Bowser go and-a kidnap some Baby Lumas?”
Benjamin then frowned, "I don't have a thought on why... It will be clear as crystal-no pun intended- as we progress through the party."
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Starship Mario 1 (Super Mario Galaxy 2)*
Ritsuko then took her turn on the conversation, “After all of the time his minions caused havoc in the party, not to mention the attempted kidnappings on Azusa and Yukiho, we REALLY have to keep a tight guard this time around.” She then turned to Lubba with a serious face, “Excuse me, uh... Lubba, was it? Do you have anything we all could use just in case Bowser or any of his minions would make an attempt on us again?”
“Sure do, Ms. Akizuki! I had stored a bunch of Power Ups in the engine room, those that Mario used before during the time he first used the Starship Mario... and a few extras, just for the heck of it. Now that I think about it, I saw some of the girls and Yoshi walk in there. Perhaps they’d like a free sample? “
“Okay... can you tell me where the engine room is?” Ritsuko finished her cup of tea and politely asked the chubby Luma.
“Certainly! Oh, for safety measures, I’ve recently built a training room under the engine room where anyone can practice with the Power Ups! Should be pretty fun!” Lubba smiled as he led Ritsuko to the engine room.
*End Theme*
*Starship Mario ~ Engine Room*
*Insert Theme: “Engine Room” (Mario Party)*
A group consisting of Makoto, Miki, Yukiho, Iori, Yoshi, Ami, and Mami curiously walked to the emporium holding many Power Ups within the futuristic engine room. Intrigued by the fact Haruka and Chihaya were powered up by the effects of the Fire and Ice Flowers during the Glamour Street event. Yukiho took a quiet look at the display of a Raccoon Leaf and remembered how she was affected by its power as well. “..There’s more than one of these things?” The bob haired Idol wondered as she pushed a button, and out of a slot, a Raccoon Leaf appeared and fluttered in the air before Yukiho flailed her arms to catch it. Successfully nabbing it, Yuhiko recognized the smoke enveloping her.
*Insert Jingle: “Power Up!” (Super Mario Bros. series)*
When the smoke cleared, the ears and bushy tail of a raccoon reappeared on Yukiho’s figure, enough to excite her! “The... the ears and tail are back!”
“Suggoi, Yukiho, that’s amazing! The ears and tail really do suit you!” Miki applauded, enough to make Yukiho smile, but soon enough, the ‘Visual Queen’ as Miki is called, scampered around for a Power Up that would suit her. She stopped moving, as she was looking at a peculiar flower in the shape of a cloud.
“There it is!” Miki grabbed the strange flower and ate it. Before her eyes, she was embroidered in a fluffy mantle that REALLY did feel like clouds!
*Insert Jingle: “Power Up!” (Super Mario Bros. series) (Again...)*
“Wow! So these items ALL have unique effects! Amazing!” Makoto exclaimed. Cloud Miki, as she is with the effect of the Cloud Flower she used, managed to conjure a large cloud. True to her nature, she got onboard the cloud and decided to take a short nap.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Fun Times” (Mario Party 9)*
“Makoto... do you think this also has a..” Iori asked in wonder to Makoto, but sure enough, the Carrot she was hoping to find was on display. Remembering Luigi’s conversation with Ai about the Carrot Mario used while onboard the S.S. Scarlette and seizing her chance, the tsundere eagerly pressed the button and, sure enough, a Carrot appeared. Grabbing the magic-infused vegetable, a puff of white smoke enveloped the rich girl, and, in no time, he was transformed... only that the only change was that two large pink rabbit ears appeared on top of her head. Bunny Iori, as she is called with the Carrot marveled at herself with a pocket mirror she kept. “Wow... the ears REALLY do look good on me me! What do you think, Yoshi-chan?” Iori asked the green bipedal dinosaur.
“Yeah, they do make you cuter, that’s for sure!” Yoshi smiled and gave a thumbs-up, to which Iori happily giggled. Deciding to really test the rabbit ears out in action, Iori, with a little help from Yoshi, climbed up a single platform, and jumped off, somehow able to flutter slowly to the floor by flapping the cute pink rabbit ears like wings. The twins, wanting some fun themselves, ran to a display of a strange flower with a boomerang-shaped head. Each taking one flower, both Ami and Mami were suddenly transformed at the same time.
*Insert Jingle: “Power Up! x2” (Super Mario Bros. series) (How many times am I gonna do that??)*
The twins open their eyes to see themselves in identical blue Boomerang Bro helmets and shells under bright yellow shirts and skirts, while holding yellow boomerangs with a single white stripe. Boomerang Ami and Boomerang Mami marveled at their new forms.
“Wow! We’re both wearing shells! And holding boomerangs!” Ami exclaimed.
“Should we try them out somewhere?” Mami cheerfully asked, which gave her twin sister an idea.
“Mmm-mm-mm!” Both twins agree before running out of the Engine Room... right past Ritsuko and Lubba!
“Um... Makoto... what’s... oh my gosh!!” Ritsuko began to ask before dropping her jaw on the ground over what she saw.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Danger!” (Mario and Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story)*
Seeing Cloud Miki snoozing on a cloud she conjured and Bunny Iori happily hovering to the floor, the intelligent Idol was ready to scold them... if she didn’t see the item displays sticking out like a sore thumb!
“So these mushrooms, flowers, and knickknacks here are all the items Mario-san’s ever used? That’s quite a collection.” Ritsuko asked Lubba, who just happened to be standing by her side.
“Yes, and to make things fun, I’ve also added dispensers to let visitors try free samples!” Lubba smiled, while the young Producer adjusted her glasses with a look in her eyes.
“R..Ritsuko???” Iori panicked upon seeing her. Yoshi too began to look a little pale, but for some reason Ritsuko passed by the both of them, even letting Miki sleep a little longer, as she walked quietly to a display showing a strange orange mushroom with a propeller on top. As she gripped the mushroom, Ritsuko couldn’t help but recall the very moment when Haruka and Chihaya first transformed during the battle with the Koopa Klown Mech.
*End Theme*
*FLASHBACK*
*Mushroom City ~ Glamour Street ~ Central Plaza*
*Insert Theme: “Memories of Pi’illo Island” (Mario & Luigi: Dream Team)*
(Mario) "At least-a take-a da Fire Flower and da Ice Flower! They'll-a help-a you two out!”
Those very words and the transformations the two Idols underwent, as well as the powers both Haruka and Chihaya were then able to use, turned Ritsuko’s world upside down. Back then, she got pretty upset at Mario for putting the two in great danger, but it is with Yoshi’s sudden voice of reason after the battle did Ritsuko realize what Mario was hoping to also see in Haruka and Chihaya. Then she recalled the kidnappings with Azusa, and then Yukiho, then came to the conclusion then if Bowser was to attempt another kidnapping, at least the group would have to be prepared. And the Power Ups carefully stored in the Engine Room of Starship Mario might be the very help they would need!
*End Theme*
*END FLASHBACK*
*Starship Mario ~ Engine Room*
“iori...” Ritsuko started, which quickly got the tsundere’s attention.
“Y..Yes, Ritsuko?” Iori quickly responded, as if her spine was jolted by lightning.
“..You wouldn’t mind if I have a little fun of my own, would you?” Ritsuko asked, before calmly placing the mushroom in her mouth and thoroughly chewing and swallowing it. Sure enough, a flash light appeared, and when the light dimmed, the intelligent Idol was transformed!
*Insert Jingle: “Power Up!” (Super Mario Bros. series) (..Even Ritsuko too?)
*Insert Theme: “Title Theme” (New Super Mario Bros. Wii)*
Opening her eyes, Ritsuko found herself wearing a green shirt and green pants, and also a green helmet bearing the “IMAS” emblem with a single large propeller on top.
“This is interesting! Now.. how am I going get that propeller to work?” Ritsuko looked at herself and wondered how to work the propeller.
“Try doing a spin! It says so on the display!” Lubba answered with a smile, to which Ritsuko dropped one drop of sweat and attempt, only to spiral upwards into the air and hover in a spiral fashion. Upon landing, Ritsuko looked at herself at shock in shock. “Oh my gosh... this is amzing...” The young producer couldn’t help but stare at her palms. Iori, looking a little miffed, pouted at her Ryuuguu Komachi producer, “Ritsuko... why did have to show off like that?”
“..What? What did I do??” Ritsuko stood aghast at the accusation, but before this could escalate, Mario ran to the engine room.
*End Theme with Record Scratch sound*
“Every-a one! Come-a outside this-a minute! And-a... what are you all-a doing with da Power Ups?” The red plumber called out, then had a look of pure confusion on his face looking at the snoozing Cloud Miki, Bunny Iori, and Propeller Ritsuko.
“Well... we can explain....” Ritsuko started, but Mario waved his hand with a smile.
*Insert Theme: “Event” (Super Mario Sunshine)*
“No-a need to explain, Imma sure da Power Ups will-a help you all in da long run. Anyways, we’re-a nearing da Comet Observatory!” Mario smiled before heading to the bridge. Of course Ritsuko, Iori, and Yoshi, who decided to carry the snoozing Miki out of necessity, ran out the door. Makoto and Yukiho decide stay behind a bit to pick up another Raccoon Leaf, a Tanooki Suit, a Rock Mushroom, and a Hammer Suit before rushing out the door.
*End Theme*
*Starship Mario ~ Near Rosalina’s Comet Observatory*
*Insert Theme: “Frozen Unova” (Pokémon Black and White 2)*
The Starship Mario arrived near the Comet Observatory, with Lubba giving the signal to the brothers. “Captains! We have contact!” Unfortunately, there was now one major detail here that both Mario and Luigi do not recall the last time they were there.
“Holy-a cantollini! It is-a covered in crystal! Looks-a like Bowsa did-a beat us here!” Mario yelped, almost losing his red hat in his reaction. The Idols, including Yumeko and Ayane, as well as Producer-san couldn’t believe their eyes are to what they are seeing. Producer-san, feeling a little nervous, responded, “... Did we miss something?”
“What... what has-a happened to the place??” Luigi stood aghast at the now crystal riddled Observatory as a Warp Pipe is being connected to the main central area.
“Omigosh... Rose!!!” Benjamin froze, calling Rosalina by a pet name he had for her.
“Is.. is this place supposed to look like that?” Yumeko, frozen in shock, asked the Lolita sensation.
“By the look of Mario-san and Luigi-san’s face... most unlikely.” Ayane frowned as she and Ryou’s pal hopped into the Warp Pipe leading to the place along with everyone else. As Producer-san readied himself to jump inside the pipe, he managed to see a black flag bearing Bowser’s iconic face. “Looks like he DID beat us here...”
*End Theme*
That’s the end of the chapter! Oh. .my.. gosh.. the Comet Observatory...covered in crystal?! What has Bowser done to the place? And whatever has happened to Rosalina?? Mario and the Idols will need to investigate if the party is to continue at all!
Also, the items some of the Idols are using are from different games, ; the Carrot is from “Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins”, the game Wario debuted in, the Boomerang Flower is from “Super Mario 3D Land”, the Cloud Flower is from “Super Mario Galaxy 2”, and the Propeller Mushroom is from “New Super Mario Bros. Wii”, in case anyone’s asking. It won’t be the last the Idols will use some Power Ups, in fact, Mario and the Idols will need all the help possible at the moment!
..Also, Yumeko and Ayane will be actively joining the party on the Idols’ side, starting with this chapter.

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CrystalPhoenixBlader here, bringing in the next chapter to the fanfic! ..Yeah, yeah, I know I said that line for about the 30th time, but to be honest, I really can’t find a better entry, so sorry. SO anyway, it’s now the start of the Space Observatory Arc, but now Bowser has has taken a preemptive start! Gonna spell some serious trouble! Well, anyways, I do not 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 aside, let’s sail into the cosmos for some good fun!
*Opening Theme: “Overture ~ Title Theme” (Super Mario Galaxy 2)*

**Mario & iDOLMASTER Party**
Chapter 30
The Fate of Rosalina, Power Ups Galore!

*Isle Delfino ~ Delfino Plaza ~ Police Station*
*Insert Theme: “Sweet Mystery Galaxy” (Super Mario Galaxy 2)*
Mario and Luigi explained in a pretty lengthy explanation who the mysterious Rosalina is, the shock on the faces of Producer-san and Ritsuko, as well as the Warden, were obviously in both bewilderment and skepticism.
“A woman within the cosmos? Now I know you two are trying to pull our legs!”
“It is all true. In fact, Rosalina herself is the one who sent me here in the first place!” Benjamin verified the authenticity of the Mario Bros.’ claim by holding a transceiver of his last message from Rosalina herself. As the transceiver turned on, a detailed yet faded image of Benjamin appeared alongside a woman with a height as tall as Waluigi and her body shape much like Peach’s with platinum blonde hair in a style somewhat similar to the Mushroom Kingdom princess, although with a large bang covering her right eye of bright cyan, wearing a pale turquoise dress, yellow star shaped earrings and a silver crown on her head. This wise young woman held a silver wand with a golden star on top.
“I see... So that's why you request the help of the Mario Brothers." The image of Benjamin spoke in a concerned tone.
Rosalina, with a visible frown of great concern, explained in her usual monotone voice, “Yes... A dreadful situation I have come across once more... I have no thought what they intend to do with them... Can you take me to them?”
The image of Benjamin sighed and sadly frowned, “Sorry to say this, but they are busy with the Dimension Comet Party with some guests from another dimension...” but then had an idea that would benefit both the overseer and the “Noki”, “But I could arrange some things and bring the fun to your place. And maybe have HIM informed of the predicament you are in distress of... You have my word."
The transmission quietly ended. Benjamin then turned to the plumber brothers. “That transmission was taken last night.” Of course, both the faces of Mario and Luigi were etched in worry. “Bro... I think-a Rosalina’s in trouble somehow..” Luigi turned to Mario, who quietly crossed his arms.
“I-a completely agree... But with da Dimension Comet Party goin’ on, whatta we gonna do?” Mario asked with worry on his face.
“That’s a good question, Mr. Mario...” Ritsuko agreed with the red plumber, and, along with Producer-san, went deep into thought of what to do.
“Anyway, I informed a friend of mine, and chances are he should be here soon!” Benjamin pointed as the sunset began to appear.
*End theme, Insert Theme: “Professor E. Gadd’s Theme” (Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time)*
All of a sudden, a call on an upgraded version of the Game Boy Horror held by Luigi, now known as the Game Boy Horror DS with two screens, one for visual use, while the bottom screen was for touch commands, emitted a call. Luigi was quick to answer, and the face of Prof. Gadd appeared on the top screen.
“Luigi, is that you answering? I am happy to inform you that the Dimension Pipe is now fixed, however I have discovered a large object far above where you stand. It would be wise to go outside and see for yourself.” The ghost researching professor appeared and informed the green plumber, but before he could give the word, Haruka and Chihaya, both looking dumbstruck appeared.
“Producer-san!! Mario-san!! There’s some large thing that appeared in the sky!!!” Haruka cired out, which was enough for the black haired producer and the red plumber to run outside.
*End Theme*
*Isle Delfino ~ Delfino Plaza*
*Insert Theme: “Blast Off To the Moon” (Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door)*
All the other Idols arrived back the central square to see the sight of a large planet-shaped object hovering far off into the sky, hard for anyone to make certain. A bright light emitted from the object and shone on Benjamin, altering his form.
“Hey, Benjamin, what’s happening to you?!” Hibiki stood dumbfounded as a powerful metamorphosis enveloped the Noki’s being with everyone watching. After a few light shows, Benjamin’s body reappeared, in the form of a star shaped creature called a Luma with heterochromatic eyes, his right eye an aqua blue while his left an aqua green. “I’m back in my Luma form! That.. that must mean...”
“Luigi, the Dimension Pipe is ready! I’ve linked your location to what I believe is this Observatory Toadsworth was talking about as we were repairing the darn thing! Let Mario and the Idols know immediately!” Prof. Gadd spoke on the screen of the Game Boy Horror DS before hanging up.
“All right!” Luigi nodded then turned his attention to the group, explaining of Rosalina and her Comet Observatory. Of course, this excited the Idols.
“A party... in space??? Even I didn’t think that would be possible!” Haruka exclaimed happily with joy.
“I know this is a first... but for once, I’m actually looking forward.” Chihaya smirked with calm confidence. Takane, remembering the times she looked up at the moon at night, began to wonder, “The moon... will I actually set foot there?” ...to which Hibiki just stared at her without comment.
“Well, if-a everybody is-a ready, LET’S A GO!!!” Mario announced as he jumped into the pipe. However, Benjamin, noticing something was off this time, called off. “Wait!! The pipe is not leading to...!” ..Sadly, the plea fell on deaf ears as the Idols and the rest of Team Mario dove into the pipe; Wario made sure to restock on garlic before diving in. “Oh... they won’t like where they’ll end up, I’m certain...” The now-Luma frowned before hopping in the pipe itself. By the time the heterochromatic Luma dove in, the Insta-Clothes function of the Dimension Pipe was already at work, altering the clothes the Idols were wearing once again, this time the clothes resemble a crew of space fleet. (Kosmos Cosmos) As for Team Mario, their clothes were altered to look like a group of members of an intergalactic police force (Space Land from Mario Party 2)... although Yoshi still has his red saddle on the back over his uniform, while Peach and Daisy wore futuristic dresses. However, the location of their landed would be less than what the group desired...
*End Theme*
*Starship Mario ~ Captain’s Panel*
*Insert Theme: “Cave” (The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening)*
The group arrived on scene, however, Mario had a strong inkling that where he and the Idols ended up... was NOT Rosalina’s Comet Observatory.. of course Ritsuko and Producer-san, as well as the now confused Idols, noticed something was off..
The intelligent Idol herself checked her surrondings and scoffed, “Some observatory this is...”
Mario, realizing the place the entire group is on, reacts in a surprised tone, “Wait... dis-a isn’t da observatory... dis is-a...”, but before the now clad space uniform-clad red plumber could finish his sentence, a particularly portly purple Luma with cyan-colored eyes appeared to the group.
“Ahem! Welcome, visitors, to the Starship Mario. And it's good to see you again, Captains!” The portly Luma smiled, which Mario and Luigi quickly recognized the happy creature.
“LUBBA!!”” The brothers exclaim, while Ritsuko stood in shock. “A.. A STARSHIP?!” Seriously, Mr. Mario, you’ve even been to SPACE?!”
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Starship Mario 3* (Super Mario Galaxy)*
“Yep, back-a den, Bowsa took da Princess to da center of the universe. On-a my second run, Lubba helped me undertake a journey to rescue-a Peachy again using da Starship Mario... with-a da help from Luigi and-a Young Master Luma!”
Ritsuko sat down on one of the seats of the Starship and frowned, “I know I may have said this before, but time, I thing I may have seen everything...” As if tooting the young Prooducer’s horn, Ami and Mami, now clad in their uniforms, examined the blueprint layout of the Starship Mario. “Would you believe the shape of the Starship, Mami?”
“Yeah, it looks more like a ‘faceship’ than a starship to me!” Mami smiled, seeing also that the vessel was indeed shaped in Mario’s own face, complete with the hat!
“So-a anyway, Lubba, whatta happened? I thought-a we were to-a head-a directly to Rosalina’s Observatory? What happened?” Mario asked Lubba, to which he gave a saddened frown.
*End Theme with Record Scratch sound*
“Captain Mario...if we head off in the direction of the Comet Obsevatory, my pal, Benjamin, whom you brought along and I will explain.” Lubba solemnly requested, to which the brothers accept.
*Insert Theme: “Starship Mario, Launch!” (Super Mario Galaxy 2)*
“Okay... everybody, enjoy some time while Luigi, Peachy and I get some things straigtened out and get da Starship Mario to Rosalina’s Comet Observatory!” Mario calmly ordered, to which everybody decided to enjoy the view of the very world they were at a couple of minutes before! As for Mario, Luigi, Peach, Ritsuko, and Producer-san, they headed for the large steering wheel. With Mario gripping the wheel and Luigi deciding to go for Navigation, the two super brothers shout out “BLAST OFF!”, and the small planet-like vehicle in the shape of Mario’s head sped off into the stars.
*End Theme*
*Starship Mario ~ Outer Space*
*Musicless... for now..*
A beautiful display of stars, planets, asteroids glistened beautifully before the Idols’ eyes, too beautiful to even believe. What was even more shocking to any of them was the fact that there was plenty of air to breathe within the expanse within the Starship Mario. Deciding to put the ship on autopilot, Mario and Luigi joined Peach, Ritsuko, and Benjamin over a spot of tea on the table placed conveniently out of the way of the controls.
“So... where to-a begin...” Mario decided to start things off.
The Mushroom Kingdom princess decided to go first. “I still don't understand why the Dimension Pipe didn't take us directly to Rosalina's Comet Observatory... I was hoping to meet her at her own home myself...”
The heroic plumber quietly nodded and then spoke, “I don't-a undastand dat myself-a either. Perhaps you can-a give us da dirt of-a when you last talked to her, Benjamin?” The group then turned their attention to the former-Noki-turned-heterochromatic Luma.
*insert Theme: “Sad Theme” (The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages/Seasons)*
"Well, the last time I spoke to her was when I was relaxing from being stuck in the form of a Noki, she came to me as an illusion... she was in a distressful mood as she told me the observatory was attacked." Benjamin quietly stated, which drew stares from the four people sitting there.
“Attacked?” Mario, Peach, Luigi, and Ritsuko answered in unison.
Benjamin continued his message, "Yes. According to what Rose saw as she described, the attack was led by three little spike-backed turtles- One drove a flying pod with a propeller underneath, barking orders to his grunts. The second one was taller than due to his hair wore glasses and wheezed while piloting a giant four-legged machine and last one jumped up and down on a rubber ball. All they did was kidnap the youngest Lumas from the Luma Nursery while a major number of Lumas as well as Rose herself are trapped in crystal as they got away in a fleet of Airships. Smells like Ol' Bowser got the jump start before we did. Huh, Mario?"
“Ohh...” Peach solemnly responded, while Mario quietly crossed his arms in thought. Luigi then took his turn on the conversation, “Why would-a Bowser go and-a kidnap some Baby Lumas?”
Benjamin then frowned, "I don't have a thought on why... It will be clear as crystal-no pun intended- as we progress through the party."
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Starship Mario 1 (Super Mario Galaxy 2)*
Ritsuko then took her turn on the conversation, “After all of the time his minions caused havoc in the party, not to mention the attempted kidnappings on Azusa and Yukiho, we REALLY have to keep a tight guard this time around.” She then turned to Lubba with a serious face, “Excuse me, uh... Lubba, was it? Do you have anything we all could use just in case Bowser or any of his minions would make an attempt on us again?”
“Sure do, Ms. Akizuki! I had stored a bunch of Power Ups in the engine room, those that Mario used before during the time he first used the Starship Mario... and a few extras, just for the heck of it. Now that I think about it, I saw some of the girls and Yoshi walk in there. Perhaps they’d like a free sample? “
“Okay... can you tell me where the engine room is?” Ritsuko finished her cup of tea and politely asked the chubby Luma.
“Certainly! Oh, for safety measures, I’ve recently built a training room under the engine room where anyone can practice with the Power Ups! Should be pretty fun!” Lubba smiled as he led Ritsuko to the engine room.
*End Theme*
*Starship Mario ~ Engine Room*
*Insert Theme: “Engine Room” (Mario Party)*
A group consisting of Makoto, Miki, Yukiho, Iori, Yoshi, Ami, and Mami curiously walked to the emporium holding many Power Ups within the futuristic engine room. Intrigued by the fact Haruka and Chihaya were powered up by the effects of the Fire and Ice Flowers during the Glamour Street event. Yukiho took a quiet look at the display of a Raccoon Leaf and remembered how she was affected by its power as well. “..There’s more than one of these things?” The bob haired Idol wondered as she pushed a button, and out of a slot, a Raccoon Leaf appeared and fluttered in the air before Yukiho flailed her arms to catch it. Successfully nabbing it, Yuhiko recognized the smoke enveloping her.
*Insert Jingle: “Power Up!” (Super Mario Bros. series)*
When the smoke cleared, the ears and bushy tail of a raccoon reappeared on Yukiho’s figure, enough to excite her! “The... the ears and tail are back!”
“Suggoi, Yukiho, that’s amazing! The ears and tail really do suit you!” Miki applauded, enough to make Yukiho smile, but soon enough, the ‘Visual Queen’ as Miki is called, scampered around for a Power Up that would suit her. She stopped moving, as she was looking at a peculiar flower in the shape of a cloud.
“There it is!” Miki grabbed the strange flower and ate it. Before her eyes, she was embroidered in a fluffy mantle that REALLY did feel like clouds!
*Insert Jingle: “Power Up!” (Super Mario Bros. series) (Again...)*
“Wow! So these items ALL have unique effects! Amazing!” Makoto exclaimed. Cloud Miki, as she is with the effect of the Cloud Flower she used, managed to conjure a large cloud. True to her nature, she got onboard the cloud and decided to take a short nap.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Fun Times” (Mario Party 9)*
“Makoto... do you think this also has a..” Iori asked in wonder to Makoto, but sure enough, the Carrot she was hoping to find was on display. Remembering Luigi’s conversation with Ai about the Carrot Mario used while onboard the S.S. Scarlette and seizing her chance, the tsundere eagerly pressed the button and, sure enough, a Carrot appeared. Grabbing the magic-infused vegetable, a puff of white smoke enveloped the rich girl, and, in no time, he was transformed... only that the only change was that two large pink rabbit ears appeared on top of her head. Bunny Iori, as she is called with the Carrot marveled at herself with a pocket mirror she kept. “Wow... the ears REALLY do look good on me me! What do you think, Yoshi-chan?” Iori asked the green bipedal dinosaur.
“Yeah, they do make you cuter, that’s for sure!” Yoshi smiled and gave a thumbs-up, to which Iori happily giggled. Deciding to really test the rabbit ears out in action, Iori, with a little help from Yoshi, climbed up a single platform, and jumped off, somehow able to flutter slowly to the floor by flapping the cute pink rabbit ears like wings. The twins, wanting some fun themselves, ran to a display of a strange flower with a boomerang-shaped head. Each taking one flower, both Ami and Mami were suddenly transformed at the same time.
*Insert Jingle: “Power Up! x2” (Super Mario Bros. series) (How many times am I gonna do that??)*
The twins open their eyes to see themselves in identical blue Boomerang Bro helmets and shells under bright yellow shirts and skirts, while holding yellow boomerangs with a single white stripe. Boomerang Ami and Boomerang Mami marveled at their new forms.
“Wow! We’re both wearing shells! And holding boomerangs!” Ami exclaimed.
“Should we try them out somewhere?” Mami cheerfully asked, which gave her twin sister an idea.
“Mmm-mm-mm!” Both twins agree before running out of the Engine Room... right past Ritsuko and Lubba!
“Um... Makoto... what’s... oh my gosh!!” Ritsuko began to ask before dropping her jaw on the ground over what she saw.
*End Theme, Insert Theme: “Danger!” (Mario and Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story)*
Seeing Cloud Miki snoozing on a cloud she conjured and Bunny Iori happily hovering to the floor, the intelligent Idol was ready to scold them... if she didn’t see the item displays sticking out like a sore thumb!
“So these mushrooms, flowers, and knickknacks here are all the items Mario-san’s ever used? That’s quite a collection.” Ritsuko asked Lubba, who just happened to be standing by her side.
“Yes, and to make things fun, I’ve also added dispensers to let visitors try free samples!” Lubba smiled, while the young Producer adjusted her glasses with a look in her eyes.
“R..Ritsuko???” Iori panicked upon seeing her. Yoshi too began to look a little pale, but for some reason Ritsuko passed by the both of them, even letting Miki sleep a little longer, as she walked quietly to a display showing a strange orange mushroom with a propeller on top. As she gripped the mushroom, Ritsuko couldn’t help but recall the very moment when Haruka and Chihaya first transformed during the battle with the Koopa Klown Mech.
*End Theme*
*FLASHBACK*
*Mushroom City ~ Glamour Street ~ Central Plaza*
*Insert Theme: “Memories of Pi’illo Island” (Mario & Luigi: Dream Team)*
(Mario) "At least-a take-a da Fire Flower and da Ice Flower! They'll-a help-a you two out!”
Those very words and the transformations the two Idols underwent, as well as the powers both Haruka and Chihaya were then able to use, turned Ritsuko’s world upside down. Back then, she got pretty upset at Mario for putting the two in great danger, but it is with Yoshi’s sudden voice of reason after the battle did Ritsuko realize what Mario was hoping to also see in Haruka and Chihaya. Then she recalled the kidnappings with Azusa, and then Yukiho, then came to the conclusion then if Bowser was to attempt another kidnapping, at least the group would have to be prepared. And the Power Ups carefully stored in the Engine Room of Starship Mario might be the very help they would need!
*End Theme*
*END FLASHBACK*
*Starship Mario ~ Engine Room*
“iori...” Ritsuko started, which quickly got the tsundere’s attention.
“Y..Yes, Ritsuko?” Iori quickly responded, as if her spine was jolted by lightning.
“..You wouldn’t mind if I have a little fun of my own, would you?” Ritsuko asked, before calmly placing the mushroom in her mouth and thoroughly chewing and swallowing it. Sure enough, a flash light appeared, and when the light dimmed, the intelligent Idol was transformed!
*Insert Jingle: “Power Up!” (Super Mario Bros. series) (..Even Ritsuko too?)
*Insert Theme: “Title Theme” (New Super Mario Bros. Wii)*
Opening her eyes, Ritsuko found herself wearing a green shirt and green pants, and also a green helmet bearing the “IMAS” emblem with a single large propeller on top.
“This is interesting! Now.. how am I going get that propeller to work?” Ritsuko looked at herself and wondered how to work the propeller.
“Try doing a spin! It says so on the display!” Lubba answered with a smile, to which Ritsuko dropped one drop of sweat and attempt, only to spiral upwards into the air and hover in a spiral fashion. Upon landing, Ritsuko looked at herself at shock in shock. “Oh my gosh... this is amzing...” The young producer couldn’t help but stare at her palms. Iori, looking a little miffed, pouted at her Ryuuguu Komachi producer, “Ritsuko... why did have to show off like that?”
“..What? What did I do??” Ritsuko stood aghast at the accusation, but before this could escalate, Mario ran to the engine room.
*End Theme with Record Scratch sound*
“Every-a one! Come-a outside this-a minute! And-a... what are you all-a doing with da Power Ups?” The red plumber called out, then had a look of pure confusion on his face looking at the snoozing Cloud Miki, Bunny Iori, and Propeller Ritsuko.
“Well... we can explain....” Ritsuko started, but Mario waved his hand with a smile.
*Insert Theme: “Event” (Super Mario Sunshine)*
“No-a need to explain, Imma sure da Power Ups will-a help you all in da long run. Anyways, we’re-a nearing da Comet Observatory!” Mario smiled before heading to the bridge. Of course Ritsuko, Iori, and Yoshi, who decided to carry the snoozing Miki out of necessity, ran out the door. Makoto and Yukiho decide stay behind a bit to pick up another Raccoon Leaf, a Tanooki Suit, a Rock Mushroom, and a Hammer Suit before rushing out the door.
*End Theme*
*Starship Mario ~ Near Rosalina’s Comet Observatory*
*Insert Theme: “Frozen Unova” (Pokémon Black and White 2)*
The Starship Mario arrived near the Comet Observatory, with Lubba giving the signal to the brothers. “Captains! We have contact!” Unfortunately, there was now one major detail here that both Mario and Luigi do not recall the last time they were there.
“Holy-a cantollini! It is-a covered in crystal! Looks-a like Bowsa did-a beat us here!” Mario yelped, almost losing his red hat in his reaction. The Idols, including Yumeko and Ayane, as well as Producer-san couldn’t believe their eyes are to what they are seeing. Producer-san, feeling a little nervous, responded, “... Did we miss something?”
“What... what has-a happened to the place??” Luigi stood aghast at the now crystal riddled Observatory as a Warp Pipe is being connected to the main central area.
“Omigosh... Rose!!!” Benjamin froze, calling Rosalina by a pet name he had for her.
“Is.. is this place supposed to look like that?” Yumeko, frozen in shock, asked the Lolita sensation.
“By the look of Mario-san and Luigi-san’s face... most unlikely.” Ayane frowned as she and Ryou’s pal hopped into the Warp Pipe leading to the place along with everyone else. As Producer-san readied himself to jump inside the pipe, he managed to see a black flag bearing Bowser’s iconic face. “Looks like he DID beat us here...”
*End Theme*
That’s the end of the chapter! Oh. .my.. gosh.. the Comet Observatory...covered in crystal?! What has Bowser done to the place? And whatever has happened to Rosalina?? Mario and the Idols will need to investigate if the party is to continue at all!
Also, the items some of the Idols are using are from different games, ; the Carrot is from “Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins”, the game Wario debuted in, the Boomerang Flower is from “Super Mario 3D Land”, the Cloud Flower is from “Super Mario Galaxy 2”, and the Propeller Mushroom is from “New Super Mario Bros. Wii”, in case anyone’s asking. It won’t be the last the Idols will use some Power Ups, in fact, Mario and the Idols will need all the help possible at the moment!
..Also, Yumeko and Ayane will be actively joining the party on the Idols’ side, starting with this chapter.