Super Mario 24

The following takes place between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM
On the day of the revival of the wishing star...

Streets of Mushroom Kingdom/Mushroom Castle - 7:00:00 AM

On an empty street of Mushroom Kingdom, Mario was frantically running around the corner. The only thing that was fueling him was worrying that something was wrong. According to a sign he ran past, it was about 30 miles to get to the castle.

Mario: I can't give up...

As he ran, he felt something go through his chest where he was shot. It was this new energy that felt like fire and encouraged him to run even faster then before. On the sidewalks, some of the mushroom people opening up their windows to the sun and walking their pets saw Mario run past. Some were scratching their heads in confusion at what he was doing.

Mario: What's this feeling?

7:06:55 AM

At the castle Luig was using his cannon to break through the doors. Everyone who was in the castle were almost scared to death of the though.

Mallow: *Panic* What are we gonna do?!
Geno: Calm yourself.
Yoshi: I'm trying to keep a cool head. But...

Yoshi looked like he was about to cry.

Geno: Don't worry. I have an idea.
Mallow: What?
Geno: Well... Think about it. What would Mario do in this situation?

They stood their thinking for a minute. Suddenly Yoshi's face lit up.

Yoshi: I got it!
Mallow: What?
Yoshi: We can do what Mario usually does. Attack him from above or below.
Mallow: Oh my gosh! You're right. That move always defeats the tough enemies.
Geno: How are we going to pull this off?
Yoshi: Follow me.

7:11:07 AM

Mario continued running down the empty street of a large neighborhood hoping to find a car or something that could get him to the castle faster. But too many people were still asleep. Though he was getting closer to the commercial district. He knew he could find a car their. Just then, he realized he didn't really know where he was going. He didn't do much traveling through the Mushroom Kingdom and all the houses sort of look the same.

Mario: Where am I going?

He frantically looked around, and his gut instinct told him which direction to go.

Mario: Got it!

7:14:21 AM

And Mario continued run just as Luigi finally broke the metal doors that stood in his way. Without worry, he stepped into the hallway and continued to walk. The cannon was starting to be a burden as he set it down for a second and took a breath. He then pulled out a handkerchief and whipped his forehead. As he put the rag away he picked up the cannon and continued to walk. The next was the concert hall. The stage and the doors were all blocked off.

Luigi: Which way?

He carefully observed the room, not knowing that Geno, Mallow, and Yoshi were hiding in the balcony.

Mallow: So what's the plan again?
Geno: We're gonna tackle him from above and hopefully get that cannon away from him.
Mallow: Good plan.
Yoshi: Quiet.

Luigi started walking towards the stage with a good feeling. But out of the blue, his ear twitched and he looked around aiming his cannon.

Geno: What the?

He then aimed towards the room and fired almost blowing the ceiling off. All three of the heroes hit the ground but quickly got up as Geno pulled out his star launcher and fired trying to stop Luigi the best he could.

Luigi: Don't you people ever give up!
Yoshi: Never!

And Yoshi pulled out a pair of fire flower and jumped to the side launching an assault of fire. Mallow on the other hand was staying clear of the combat and all the ricocheting fire balls and stars.

7:19:36 AM

Mario: I need a ride!

Yelled Mario as he finally reached the commercial district. But only a few cars were driving down the road. Luckily a taxi drove up.

Driver: You need a left.
Mario: Thank goodness. I need to get to the castle.
Driver: Hey, you're Mario.
Mario: Yah.
Driver: Sure, I'll give you a ride. I herd you're a good tipper.

Suddenly, Mario reached into his pockets and realized he didn't have any money.

Driver: You don't have any coins?
Mario: Listen, this is an emergency. I need to get to the castle right now.
Driver: Okay, but you owe me big. Hop in.

Mario hopped in and the taxi driver hit the petal to the metal.

7:23:44 AM

Yoshi, Mallow, and Geno had retreated as Luigi continued his assault on the castle doors. Back in the defense room where most of the guards are, the three got back to Toad.

Geno: I don't understand. Those were direct shots.
Toad: From my analysts, someone's given Luigi some tricked out gear.
Geno: Know any way to counter it.
Toad: My men are trying, but...

All Toad could do was shrug his shoulders. Mallow spoke up.

Mallow: What about the queen. Is she safe?

Everyone one in the room suddenly looked at each other realizing they almost forgot the queen.

Toad: Hurry. Get everyone you can to protect the queen.
Guard: Sir.
Toad: What?
Guard: We're kind of trapped in this room since most of the castle is locked down.

Toad's mouth hung open. He then turned to Geno.

Toad: Geno.
Geno: What?
Toad: Here's the override card for the doors. Get to the queen and make sure this doesn't fall into Luigi's hands.
Geno: Got you.
Toad: I'm counting on you.

Geno and several troops started out the door. Yoshi and Mallow were about to follow when.

Toad: Wait. I'll need you guys here if something happens.
Yoshi: Oh...

7:31:33 AM

Mario got up after the crash involving the taxi and another car. Luckily no one was hurt, but now Mario didn't have a ride.

Mario: Thanks' anyway. You've cut about 15 miles off my trip.
Driver: No problem.

And Mario turned around and ran down the road as fast as he could looking for another ride. Right now he was still on a public road and not a highway. Suddenly, a car was driving up behind him. Mario turned around and waved his arms frantically. In the car was a mother and her child.

Child: Hey mom. It's Mario.
Mom: Oh you're right. And he's waving at us.
Child: I'm gonna wave back.
Mom: Right.

The car flew by him as the mom and child waved.

Mario: No! I need help!

But his chance was long gone.

Mario: Mama mia...

7:36:50 AM

Luigi was almost done with blasting through the door in the auditorium. It just took one more minute and he was through as he walked down the hallway. Unfortunately, Geno and the guards were in that hallway at the same time.

Luigi: What are you doing here?
Geno: Oh crap...

They stood there for a few seconds and then...

Guard: Fire!

All the guards stepped forward and fired their fire flowers in hopes to hold of Luigi.

Guard: Geno! Get to the queen!
Geno: And let you guys get killed?
Guard: Hmm...
Geno: Come on! We can out run him!

And so one of the guards pulled out a grenade and threw it at Luigi.

Guard: This should hold him...

The grenade landed in front of Luigi's feet and blew up filling the hallway filled up with a bright white light and a loud explosion.

Geno: I sure hope that holds him...

7:41:25 AM

By now Mario was getting worn out and was walking at a slow pace.

Mario: I need a miracle...

Though, a few more cars were coming his way.

Mario: Please stop!

One of the cars stopped. It was a black jaguar.

Man: I'll give you a ride.
Mario: Who are you?
Man: You need a ride. Don't you?
Mario: Yes.
Man: Then hop in.

And the car drove off.

7:48:04 AM

As soon as the light and smoke cleared, Luigi just stood their unharmed but a little dusty.

Luigi: Now this is just stupid.

He dusted himself off and continued down the hallway.

Guard: Geno sir. The grenade didn't stop Luigi and he's heading this way.
Geno: I know.

They had reached a locked door and Geno was searching for the card.

Geno: Where is it?!

He frantically searched his robe and held it in his hand, just as Luigi was aiming his cannon and charging up.

Geno: No...

Luigi fired knocking the guards down like bowling pins. Geno's body burned up and he laid their on the ground motionless. Luigi walked up and grabbed the card.

Luigi: Hmm...

He found the control panel and slid the card opening the door instantly.

Luigi: Wonderful.

Toad, on the other hand saw the whole thing on the camera.

Toad: Damn!

7:54:06 AM

The jaguar skidded to a stop in front of the gates of the castle. Mario jumped out and looked to the man.

Mario: Thanks' for the ride. I hope I can repay you.
Man: Don't worry. You will...
Mario: Wait. What's your name?
Man: My name? Call me... Mr. Black.
Mario: Thank you Mr. Black. See you later.
Mr. Black: See you later... Mr. Mario.

And the man drove off quickly skidding his tires. Mario on the other hand ran to the front gate and broke through the front doors. HE followed the path of destruction which led him face to face with...

Mario: Luigi...

8:00:00 AM

TO BE CONTINUED...