Special Anniversary Episode: Mario Kart
"Hello everyone! Dragon Puncher here with a very special announcement!" I said, "Today is August 27, 2012 and you know what that means, it is Mario Kart's 20th Anniversary!"
As I heard this, confetti fell on everyone as a banner came in. It said: 'Mario Kart: 20 Years and Still Running'.
Then Mario said, "That's right, Dragon. Today is a very special day for me as Mario Kart is now entering its twentieth year and so, Dragon Puncher's Mushroom Kingdom Adventures is having a special occasion so, whether your racing to the finish line or getting a rocket start, Mario Kart has it all."
"You got it!" I agreed, "So, shall we take a look at the history of this series?"
"Yes! Let's go back to 1992, where Super Mario Kart takes place." Mario said.
"OK! Special Timeline video... START!" I sid as I pressed the timeline button on my remote.
Then a special timeline video appeared on my screen, showing Super Mario Kart. I said, "Super Mario Kart is the first Mario Kart installment featuring the eight best racers in the Mushroom Kingdom. That is why Mario named this racing tournament."
"I know, now let's go to 1996, where the second Mario Kart tournament took place. Dragon Puncher, Mario Kart 64 if you please." Mario said to me.
"Rolling Mario Kart 64, now!" I agreed as I press the Mario Kart 64 button. Then a clip from Mario Kart 64 appeared as I said, "Mario Kart 64, a great classic from 1996 and it is also the first game to have 3D designs. Wario and DK joined the roster along with you."
"Of course." Mario replied, "That's two down, shall we continue on with Mario Kart: Super Circuit, buddy?"
"You got it! Here comes number three!" I agreed as Mario Kart: Super Circuit appeared on my video.
Then Mario said, "Mario Kart: Super Circuit is the third game in my racing series that debuted in 2001."
"And the first one in the handhelds." I added, "This tournament features twenty races and twenty more from the first tournament. Very fun for everyone."
"Of course it is! Now, let's go to 2003 and this one will be a good one." Mario said.
"You can say that again." I agreed.
"This one is going to be a good one because this tournament has not one, but two racers per kart." Mario said with a smile, "The title of the game is..."
"MARIO KART: DOUBLE DASH!" We both shouted as Double Dash appeared on my timeline.
I saw the clips and said, "Wow, so that's why there are two racers per kart. So cool! OK, three more to go and here comes Mario Kart DS." I said as I pressed the button.
"That's right! Another one of my favorite handheld titles in my racing series and it is also the first game to have online play." Mario added, "It officially debuted in 2005. Well, that's five down, and there is still two more for us to show for the readers. Dragon, take us to 2008 and Mario Kart Wii!"
"Will do!" I agreed as Mario Kart Wii appeared on my special timeline video. Then I said, "Mario Kart Wii is the sixth in this series, and the only game to have twelve racers per race. Definitely one of my favorites and we all love it!"
"Of course! Well, I guess there is only one more to go in this special episode and it is number seven." Mario said to me.
"Did you say number 7? I can do that! Video clips, Mario Kart 7 if you please." I replied as I pressed the seventh and final button.
Then Mario saw the clips in Mario Kart 7 and said, "Wow! Did you do that for me and the readers?"
"Of course! We can't finish the episode without Mario Kart 7. It is the first game to have the races in land, sea, and air! It is the seventh game in your racing franchise and it debuted in 2011!"
Then I said, "And there you have it, Mario! All seven games in my special timeline on this special episode."
"Thanks, buddy!" Mario said to me with a hug, "You are one great friend and I love Mario Kart! Well, I guess that's our episode."
"Not yet! I have one final surprise for you and you're going to love it so, close your eyes and follow me."
Mario agreed as we entered Mario Circuit. Then I said, "OK, you may open your eyes!"
When Mario opened his eyes, more confetti fell on him as everyone in the racetrack said, "SURPRISE!"
"Wow! You made this special surprise party for me in honor of Mario Kart's 20th year?" Mario asked me.
"That's right! Congratulations, buddy!" I said to him as I gave him a big hug.
"Thank you, Dragon and for that, I challenge you to a race and let's make it a friendly one for this anniversary episode." Mario replied.
"Alright!" I agreed as we entered the kart.
Then Lakitu came in with the signal and then he said, "Congrats on those twenty years of Mario Kart racing, Mario!"
"Thanks, Lakitu!" Mario replied, "Well, shall we start the race?"
"Yes! You have three laps. Ready?"
"All set!" We replied as we await the green light.
"Alright then, 3, 2, 1... GO!" Lakitu announced as the green light shined on us.
Then we took off with blazing speed as Lakitu said, "While they are racing, I guess I'll finish this one. From all of us here at Dragon Puncher's Mushroom Kingdom Adventures… HAPPY RACING!"
Author's Note: That's right, 20 years of Mario Kart racing and this is for all Mario Kart fans out there. Happy Anniversary, Mario Kart!