breath20k

She can. It's almost hard to believe that she used to be cowardly and shy like Luigi at the beginning of the story, but has developed quite a bit over the course of the story.

nintendoscript15

Thank you! I got the idea of summoning past bosses out of nostalgia for the series. I obviously HAD to reference Super Mario Land because Daisy was there. The ground pound can work in more ways than you think. And yes, Iggy has plans for the next place we're going. But before we go there, there's just one last thing to take care of in Noki Bay.

StarlitDuck

Aqua has gotten a lot more mature. I referenced Super Mario Land because Daisy was there and needed representation from her game. Aqua had to return the favor for the times the bros saved her.

LiamTheYoshi

Hey, I remember you from my Ask series'! Nice to see you here! I'm glad you're enjoying this!

Herooftheages200

The powers Aqua has are not superhuman powers. They are similar to Peach's healing and Daisy's double jumps being powers that were granted from their royal blood. Mario and Luigi are superhumans because of their supernatural strength.

Nataly Guardado

Nice to see you again Nataly! I got some friends who'd like to say hi to you.

Mario: Hello, Nataly! It's a me!

Luigi: And Imma Luigi!

Daisy: Hi, I'm Daisy!

Aqua: Hi Nataly! I'm Aqua! As Mario and Luigi would say, "It's a me!" Tee hee!

Mario: It's nice to see you again, old friend! I hope you are living a wonderful life!

Daisy: We're so sorry that you've been blind since birth, Nataly.

Aqua: Yeah. There's so many beautiful things in the world that I wish you could see.

Luigi: But even blind people can live a life full of adventure! You don't have to see to believe. You still have your other four senses to help you with that.

Mario: Luigi's right!

Aqua: Yeah! And also Nataly, one question, if you don't mind. How can you read this fanfic or type a review if you can't see? Does someone else read it with you? Or do you have your own way of reading it? I'd like to know.

Mario: And don't worry about my ask series. My friend, Sonic The Hedgehog is doing an ask series of his own, and if he manages to succeed, I'll bring my series back for a reboot! I'll even put up a poll asking who should join me for this new season.

Luigi: Ooh! Ooh! Mario! You gotta pick me! Nataly is also a fan of me and I'm your bro! So you MUST pick me!

Daisy: No! Pick me! I deserve more love and attention! No offense, Luigi, but you're a bit too overrated.

Luigi: How is that not offensive?! I had my own year for crying out loud!

Aqua: Neither of you! I'm gonna be picked because as of the writing of this chapter, this story now has over 16,000 views! It's obvious that the fans keep coming back to see more of me, and they'll be begging to get to know me more!

Mario: Guys guys guys! Calm down! You're acting like children! The fans are gonna choose! Not me!

Luigi: But Aqua is a child…

Mario: You and Daisy aren't though.

Daisy: Touché.

Mario: Plus, you three are not gonna be the only choices. There's a chance the winner may not be any of you.

All but Mario: Oh…

Mario: So anyways, we hope to see you later, Nataly! Have a super day! Yahoo!

All: Bye bye!

Guest

I'll try. Thanks for the advice!

Herooftheages200

Well, sorry dude. But that's how I'm writing this in order to stay true to the game.

Herooftheages200

1. It was mentioned in Chapter 6 when Aqua ran into jail asking to free Mario, Luigi, and Daisy. The Pianta said until the keys are found, Aqua would have to clean up the island by herself.

2. Finally! You said something positive about this story, rather than critical! Thank you! I was inspired by many scenes in TV shows and movies where they build up tension by having two connected events building up at the same time.


Delfino Plaza

It was now 5:30pm and the sun was beginning to set. Mario, Luigi and Daisy were walking down the Eastern Fruit Market talking about past adventures.

Mario: -and that's how I defeated Tatanga and saved Sarasaland from impending doom.

Luigi: Wow, this Tatanga guy sounds creepy.

Daisy: He was. He had this very weird obsession with wanting to marry me, which I don't think is natural given that he's a flipping ALIEN!

Mario: *sarcasm* Gee, I wonder who that reminds me of? Though that wasn't the last I've seen of Tatanga. I later fought him again in the Space Zone to get one of the Six Golden Coins to take back my Vacation Castle. He wanted to get revenge on me.

Daisy: Man, that guy has some nerves! I hope we never see him again!

Luigi: Well, if he does come back, I will save you! You can guarantee that.

Daisy: You're the best, Luigi!

She gives him a kiss on the cheek and Luigi's face gets a darker shade of red than Mario's cap and shirt.

Mario: (My bro sure is a lucky fella.) Wait… Where's Aqua?!

Daisy stops and Luigi falls over.

Luigi: Oof!

Daisy: Oh crap! We forgot! Where could she be?!

Aqua: Up here, Daisy!

They looked up and saw Aqua running in circles on a rooftop at very fast speeds.

Daisy: Aqua?! How did you get up there?!

Luigi: And how are you running so fast?!

Aqua: I'm doing it, Mario! I'm doing it!

FLUDD: It seems like she's mastered the Front Somersault.

Mario: Um… I'm proud of you sweetie, but could you get down from there? I don't want you getting hurt.

After he said that, Aqua bumped her head into a wall and fell down. Mario luckily catched her.

Aqua: Ow… my head…

Mario: Piccolo amico, are you okay?

Daisy: "Piccolo amico?"

Luigi: It's Italian for 'little buddy'.

Daisy: Ah.

Aqua: I'm fine. Thanks for catching me. My head just hurts.

Mario: You gotta be more careful, sweetheart. It takes a while to totally master a move, but you're getting there, and I'm proud of you for trying.

Aqua: Thank you Mario! I didn't think I'd get this far, to be honest.

Daisy: Well, I think it's time we find a new area before the sun sets and teach my faker a painful lesson.

Aqua: Wait! Before we do that, could we go to Noki Bay one last time? I want to see how the Nokis are doing now and if they all came back. Please?

Luigi: I guess we can do that. Maybe there's a Shine we missed.

Mario: Then it's settled. To Noki Bay, everyone!

They go under the aurora's light and look at the sun.


Noki Bay

They spawned in the exact same spot as last time. The Noki Elder's grandson was there along with a Noki woman and her baby.

Noki: We've been waiting for you guys! Grandpa is at the top as usual. He's got a surprise for you as thanks for saving our bay.

Mario: Sounds good!

Luigi: Who's the lady and baby with you?

Noki: Oh, this is my wife and child. I retrieved them from their hiding place once the water cleared up.

Aqua: Oh, you're married? Didn't know.

Daisy: (That fisherman must be really old if his grandson is grown up.)

Noki Woman: Nice to meet you Mr. Mario and friends! Thank you so much for restoring our beautiful bay to purity!

Mario: It was no problem ma'am!

Aqua: Yeah! We're happy to help!

Luigi: We're off to see the elder. Take good care, you three!

Nokis: Bye!

Mario and the gang climbed up the cliff. This time there was no goop hindering their progress. At the top of the cliff, the Noki Elder was waiting.

Noki Elder: Master Mario! Master Luigi! Princess Aqua! Princess Daisy! Our people have all come back at last!

Aqua: That's great to hear!

Noki Elder: Indeed, my friend! To show our thanks, we've prepared a fine treasure for you. It lies on the ocean's floor, so please go there and claim it.

Daisy: Wait. What about the diving gear? Your grandson didn't give us that like last time.

Noki Elder: No need. I have something better. But first I'll need you all to sit at the cliff's edge.

They were confused by this but did so anyways.

Mario: Okay, now what?

Noki Elder: Take these!

The Noki Elder tossed to each of them a strange looking dark green mushroom with a fish tail. The four glowed and closed their eyes. When they opened, their eyes widened to see that their legs were GONE! In their place were fish-like tails. Mario's was red, Luigi's was green, Aqua's was light blue, and Daisy's was yellow.

Noki Elder: What do you think? With this, you can swim super fast and will no longer need to worry about air.

Merman Mario: Mamma Mia…

Merman Luigi and Mermaid Daisy: Woah…

Mermaid Aqua: This… is… AMAZING! I've alway wondered what it was like to be a mermaid! Now I am one! This is the coolest thing ever! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

The Noki Elder chuckled before continuing.

Noki Elder: You are most welcome. Now gather your courage, and DIVE!

They all jumped down into the waterfall.

All: WOOHOO!


Deep Sea of Mare

Mario and friends were once again in the Nokis' underwater ancestral home. But since Eely-Mouth was gone, the waters were now more peaceful and beautiful. There were also various Nokis sitting atop glowing jellyfish of different colors. It was very breathtaking for the four heroes as they swam slowly through the beautiful sea, looking around at all the wonders.

Merman Luigi: Wowie Zowie!

Mermaid Daisy: It's so… beautiful… I… I think I would have tears… if we weren't underwater.

Merman Mario: Yeah… and you know what the best part about all this is?

Mermaid Daisy: What?

Merman Mario: Since we're mermaids, there's no need to worry about air. Just relax and enjoy the sights. Not a care in the world.

Mermaid Aqua: I was thinking that too, Mario. And you know, remember when I said in Gelato Beach that it might be my favorite? I think I changed my mind. That's a close second now.

Mermaid Daisy: I had a feeling it would be your favorite.

Merman Mario: Speaking of favorites, after this is all over, Daisy, you should check out Bianco Hills. It was the first location me and Aqua went to, and it had all sorts of grassy hills, bright flowers, and a large windmill.

Mermaid Daisy: Really? That sounds right up my alley.

Merman Luigi: I wonder what my favorite's gonna turn out to be. I'm leaning toward Sirena Beach for it's sunset, but I heard Ricco Harbor had fun blooper surfing. Who knows? What about you, Mario?

Merman Mario: I'm not 100 percent sure, but I think I'll go with Pinna Park. It reminds me of the glory childhood days we used to have, and we definitely would've loved that place as kids. But you know, I'm pretty sure there's still a couple more places we haven't been to yet. I know we still gotta go to Corona Mountain, but ehh… we're all probably gonna call it our least favorite.

All but Merman Mario: Agreed.

Mermaid Daisy: If you even count it.

They approached a whole crowd of Nokis' and they cheered them on!

Noki #1: It's the heroes who saved our bay!

Noki #2: Right on!

Noki #3: You rock!

Noki #4: Can I have your autograph?

Noki #5: Way to go!

Merman Mario: Thank you so much! You're too kind!

Merman Luigi: We're number one!

Mermaid Daisy: Hi, I'm Daisy!

Aqua didn't say anything. She just smiled and blushed from the amount of attention she and her friends were getting.

Merman Mario: Your elder said a treasure was waiting at the bottom of the ocean.

Noki #1: It's in the spot where you fought that eel earlier. Go and claim it!

The four Heroes swam down to the spot where Eely-Mouth was. It was now closed off, and a Shine Sprite was sitting right at the bottom.

Mermaid Aqua: I wish we didn't have to leave this place.

Merman Mario: I know princess, but we still have more work to do. But look at the bright side. We're almost done!

Mermaid Aqua: Yeah, you're right!

SHINE!

All: YIPPEE!