Hey guys, This is KeybladeMaster and I would first like to think you all for reading my fic. I originally came up with this idea years ago but never really put pen to paper but I always thought what it would be like if Ed,Edd, n Eddy and the gang were thrown into the events of Paper Mario. Well this is what came of those thoughts. This is my first fic and it's going to be a long one, so I hope you all enjoy it.

Darkness grew over desolate plain, a gray sky set an eerie presence as wind blew rubble matching the depressing scenario that had occurred during the past few days. Standing in the darkness 10 figures clothed in long black cloaks stood. One of the figures stood a top some steps that led to a large platform that appeared to be used for some sort of ritual while rest stood at the bottom of the steps waiting for the figure to speak. Finally, after several minutes of silence the figure finally spoke in a deep monotone voice,

"Welcome, I'm glad you have all came, we are in a dark period in our worlds history and time is of the essence my friends"

"Yes, we are aware of this, why have you called us here" said one of the lesser figures

"Well as you are aware Bowser, King of the Koopas, recently crashed a party at Toadstool Castle in attempt to capture Princess Peach". the greater figure continued

"Yeah, same old story that happens every couple of months" another one of the lesser figures stated "And every time Mario stops him and saves the Princess"

"Yes, this is true but this time Mario failed" the greater figure sad in a depressed tone

The other figures gasped Mario had never failed to defeat Bowser before, he had always stopped Bowser, it had been that way for years.

"But….how…how could Bowser have defeated Mario, no one can stop Mario" said one of the lesser figures

"Well it appears that Bowser broke into Star Heaven prior to his last invasion and stolen a powerful weapon known as the Star Rod. It was with this weapon that Bowser was able to defeat Mario and seal him in a dark dimension, he has also sealed the guardians of the planet, the Star Spirits away as well as take Princess Peach's castle up into the sky."

The lesser figures started mumbling amongst themselves in a very concerned tone.

"What do we do" said one

" What can we do, if Mario couldn't defeat Bowser there's no hope" said another

"Well we're screwed, its only a matter of time before Bowser's regime takes over" another stated

"Calm down my friends for there is hope" the greater one finally said "the Star Spirits came to me in a dream and they have told me of nine chosen who will save us, they are from planet earth"

"What! Nine earthlings are going to save us have the star spirits lost their minds" yelled on the lesser figures

"And what does this have to do with us" said another

"Well if you let me finish" said the greater figure who was obviously annoyed, He quickly threw 9 multicolored gems a the other figures who quickly caught them "You are going to help them, it is up to you to find them and bring them back here when they arrive in 24 hours, those gems will allow you to find them when they arrive, the fate of our planet rest on you nine do you except this challenge?"

The rest of the figures looked at each other and turned back and looked at the other figure

"How do we know what you speak of is the truth and that you do not work for Bowser" said one of the figures

"Yeah Buddy, who are you anyway?" asked another one of the figures

The greater figure was silent for a moment then finally spoke " sigh… your just going to have to trust me on this, beside what do you have to lose, I know this all sounds a crazy but all will be become clear in time, all I'm ask for is your help"

The figures once again looked at each but this time looked at the figure and nodded

"Then go my young warriors and get ready for our heroes to come" he said in a joyful voice

The nine turned and departed as they walked one of the figures, a short creature whose only limbs appeared to be two round brown feet, walked over to a taller figure, whose blue sneakers were visible under his cloak, and spoke to him

"Yo Kooper, are you sure we can trust this guy" he said

"I'm not sure Goombario" said Kooper " we'll have to wait and see, I don't think we have much of a choice at this point"

"I agree with you on that" said Goombario "I just hope that if what we just heard is true and that these guys can help us"

The nine walked out of the dark plains and back to their homes to prepare for who they hoped would be able to save their planet.

So we start off with a little mystery and foreshadowing of the future chapters. Most of you who have played Paper Mario probably know who 8 of the 9 characters are but what about the other 2? Well one will be reveled in the soon and the greater figure will be reveled a little later on in the story. Next chapter we introduce our heroes from Peach Creek, please review!