Super Mario TCG Bios project

[Meta Knight]

I don't mean to be stepping on any toes, but I wanted to make a thread for the progress of adding bios from the various trading card sets to their respective characters. This is so that I can easily keep track of what I have done and haven't done, as well as for what others have done. This thread also serves so I can discuss about the TCG without flooding the general discussions thread.

Key:
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Incomplete

Mario Kart Wii:

Spoiler

1. Baby Mario
2. Koopa Troopa
3. Baby Peach
4. Toad
5. Mario
6. Luigi
7. Peach
8. Yoshi
9. Wario
10. Waluigi
11. Donkey Kong
12. Bowser
13. Dry Bones
14. Baby Daisy
15. Toadette
16. Baby Luigi
17. Diddy Kong
18. Daisy
19. Bowser Jr.
20. Birdo
21. Rosalina
22. King Boo
23. Dry Bowser
24. Funky Kong

Items

25. Banana
26. POW Block
27. Item Box
28. Fake Item Box
29. Triple Green Shells
30. Bullet Bill
31. Triple Red Shells
32. Spiny Shell
33. Bob-omb
34. Blooper
35. Lightning
36. Lightning Cloud
37. Star
38. Mega Mushroom
39. Triple Mushrooms
40. Golden Mushroom

Karts

41. Tiny Titan
42. Booster Seat
43. Sprinter
44. Daytripper
45. Piranha Prowler
46. Flame Flyer
47. Magikruiser
48. Jet Bubble
49. Sneakster
50. Dolphin Dasher
51. Shooting Star
52. Phantom

Cups

53. Mushroom Cup
54. Flower Cup
55. Star Cup
56. Special Cup
57. Shell Cup
58. Banana Cup
59. Leaf Cup
60. Lightning Cup

Tracks

61. Moo Moo Meadows
62. Mushroom Gorge
63. Mario Circuit
64. Wario's Gold Mine
65. Maple Treeway
66. Grumble Volcano
67. Moonview Highway
68. Rainbow Road
69. N64 Mario Raceway
70. GBA Shy Guy Beach
71. DS Desert Hills
72. N64 Bowser's Castle

Tips & Trivia

73. Start Your Engines
74. Carve that Corner
75. Double Up!
76. A Fall-Behind Strategy
77. So Many Strategic Decisions!
78. Avoid the Draded Spiny Shell!
79. Short Circuit Show-Off
80. Time Trial Tactics
81. Wheelie Power!
82. Look Out Behind You!
83. It's Drafty In Here!
84. Shell Avoidance
85. Speed Combos!
86. Tricks For Treats!
87. Recovery Boost!
88. Time For Shortcuts!
89. Become A Drift-King!
90. Lakitu: The Unsung Hero

Super Mario Galaxy:

Spoiler

Mario
Princess Peach
Luigi
Rosalina
Polari
Toad
Lumalee
Star Bunny
Luma (character)
Queen Bee
Ray
Hungry Luma
Penguin
Penguru
Bee
Coach
Guppy
Gearmo
Bowser
Bowser Jr.
Bugaboom
Undergrunt Gunner
King Kaliente
Kamella
Kingfin
Major Burrows
Megaleg
Dino Piranha
Fiery Dino Piranha
Tarantox
Topmaniac
Bouldergeist
Baron Brrr
Kamek
Spooky Speedster
Koopa Troopa
Tweester
Gringill
Tox Box
Wiggler
Mandibug
Bomb Boo
Topmen
Jack O' Goomba
Urchin
Thwomp
Pokey
Piranha Plant
Bullet Bill
Octoomba
Cheep Cheep
Bee Mushroom
Boo Mushroom
Fire Flower
Purple Coin
Rainbow Star
Ice Flower
Grand Star
Launch Star
Lever Switch
1-Up Mushroom
Star Bit
Koopa Shell
Boucing Down Cake Lane
Pull Star Path
King Kaliente's Battle Fleet
Dirty Tricks of Major Burrows
Mario's First Journey
A Prologue to the Comet Observatory
Mario in Training
A Planet in the Gusty Garden Galaxy
A Rocky Trail in the Gusty Garden Galaxy
A Snack of Cosmic Proportions
A planet in the Space Junk Galaxy
Tarantox's Tangled Web
A planet in the Good Egg Galaxy
A planet in the Terrace Galaxies
Home of Dino Piranha

Trivia cards

Rosalina's Story
A Power Collection
A Secret Note
You Scratch My Back, I'll Scratch Yours
Dino Piranha's Awakening
Catch Me If You Can!
Bugaboom Is Seeing Red
Mario Meets Rosalina
Mario's Awakening
Set Luigi Free
Bowser's Star Reactor
Megaleg's Moon
What Lies Beneath
Between a Rock & a Hard Place
Yoshi's Return
Storming the Haunted Castle
Thwomp Stomp
Rosalina and the Comet Observatory
Piece of Cake
Bowser Jr.'s Airship
Let Me Show You The Way
A Battle of Epic Proportions

Standees

Spring Mario
Ice Mario
Boo Mario
Rainbow Mario
Bee Mario
Fire Mario
Mario (Star Spin)
Mario

New Super Mario Bros. Wii:

Spoiler

Heroes

1. Mario
2. Luigi
3. Blue Toad
4. Yellow Toad
5. Peach
6. Yoshi

Bosses

7. Larry
8. Wendy
9. Iggy
10. Roy
11. Lemmy
12. Morton
13. Ludwig
14. Bowser Jr.
15. Magikoopa
16. Bowser

Enemies

17. Mechakoopa
18. Lakitu
19. Goomba
20. Hammer Bro.
21. Bullet Bill
22. Cheep-Cheep
23. Buzzy Beetle
24. Sumo Bro.
25. Boo
26. Piranha Plant
27. Bill Blaster
28. Blooper
29. Dry Bones
30. Spiny
31. Spike
32. Spike Top
33. Thwomp
34. Clampy
35. Wiggler
36. Monty Mole
37. Bramball
38. Porcupuffer
39. King Bill
40. Urchin
41. Pokey
42. Chain Chomp
43. Koopa Troopa

Items

44. Yoshi's Eggs
45. Star Coin
46. Super Mushroom & Mini Mushroom
47. Super Guide Block
48. Star
49. Light Block
50. 1-Up Mushroom
51. POW Block
52. Penguin Suit
53. Ice Flower
54. Propeller Mushroom
55. Fire Flower
56. Propeller Block

Worlds

57. World 1
58. World 2
59. World 3
60. World 4
61. World 5
62. World 6
63. World 7
64. World 8
65. World 9

Tips & Trivia

66. Hat's Off, Mario
67. All's Well That Ends Well
68. Desert Delight
69. Simultaneous Ground Pound!
70. Ride the Bullet
71. Sounds/Beyond
72. Catch Some Rays
73. Path with Least Resistance
74. Save Those Toads!
75. Big Boss Bowser Battle
76. Movies at the Castle
77. Double Up/Digits

Standees

S1. Propeller Mario
S2. Luigi on Yellow Yoshi
S3. Propeller Blue Toad
S4. Penguin Mario
S5. Mario on Green Yoshi
S6. Invincible Mario
S7. Blue Toad on Pink Yoshi
S8. Fire Mario
S9. Yellow Toad on Light Blue Yoshi
S10. Ice Mario

 

[Ray Trace]

Well man I'd love to add bios but I'm still working on a project on MarioWiki right now.

 

[Alex95]

Well, I've already done the ones I can do. Same list as my post in the General Discussion thread.

For Mario Galaxy

Spoiler

Luigi
Bugaboom
Pokey
Ice Flower
Fire Mario
Mario (Star-Spin)
The checklist with the Mario bosses (holographic)

For Mario Kart Wii

Spoiler

Dry Bones (regular and holographic)
Diddy Kong (regular and holographic)
King Boo
Bullet Bill
Triple Red Shells
Mega Mushroom
Tiny Titan
Flame Flyer
Sneakster
Flower Cup
Star Cup
Lightning Cup
Moo Moo Meadows
Wario's Gold Mine
Grumble Volcano
Moonview Highway
Rainbow Road
Start your Engines!
Crave the Corner!
Speed Combos!
Become a Drift King!
Wario Sticker
Mario & Bob-omb tat
Bullet Bill tat

 

[Shoko]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2C1joRIFmek&fmt=18

Managed to swipe some Super Mario Galaxy card descriptions from this video.

To rescue Princess Peach, Mario must explore and do battle throughout the universe, collecting Power Stars at the end of each mission. Mario must collect as many Power Stars as possible.

Test your knowledge:
1. Who does Mario have to defeat to gain his first Power Star?
a) Dino Piranha b) Hungry Luma c) Polari

2. How many green Power Stars are there in Super Mario Galaxy?
Three

When Queen Bee has a request, it's hard not to oblige. She's quite comfortable in her home in the Honeyhive Galaxy, except for a persistent itch on her back that she just can't seem to scratch. Mario can help when he "powers up" into Bee Mario and crawls around on her back. In the process of helping Queen Bee, Mario finds five star chips, which will create a Launch Star that leads him to the Power Star!

Urchins are spiky blue fish that Mario must face in an underwater challenge in the Beach Bowl Galaxy and a land mission in the Freezeflame Galaxy. They roll along the seafloor or ground trying to poke Mario with their spikes. There are also red Urchins in lava areas that Mario can hit with a fireball or trick into falling into the lava.

Once Mario gets to the top of this planet in the Good Egg Galaxy, he finds that it is littered with half-buried blocks. It's tempting to climb up to grab all the coins, but if he does, he becomes visible to his enemies. Mario needs to focus on the Launch Star, which is located on the top of the Bullet Bill cannons and protected by Electrogoombas. Mario must spin them away to claim the prize.

And also some Mario Kart Wii ones that we don't already have (remind me to thank this guy).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPATsnsLxHU

Golden Mushrooms generally show up in the Item Windows of races near the back of the pack. It's an awesome tool for those unfortunate enough to be in that position as they can use it to catch up to those in front. Unlike other Mushrooms,, however, you can tap the Item Button as many times as you'd like to maximize your boost. Be sure to cut corners where possible with this Item.

Game Tip!
The prolonged boost of speed is great when using the power of the Golden Mushroom, but don't forget that you still have to navigate the sharp turns!

A baby buggy on the race track!? Starting 'em young! The Booster Sear definitely belongs in the Lightweight category. Expect strong stats in Acceleration and Handling with lower numbers in Speed and Weight categories.

Tips From Pit Row
There's a trade-off to consider with the Booster Seat. It's very quick, but it doesn't stand a chance when "trading paint" with other Karts-avoid mashing!

1. If leading a race, you won't pick up what item?
a) Spiny Shell b) Triple Bananas c) Green Shell

2. True or False: The blast radius of a Bob-omb is about the same as that of a Spiny Shell.
True

Where R U?
The Crusher can flatten you like a coin on a railroad track. What track contains this menacing machine?

U R Here.
Watch out for the giant Crushers after the first right-hand sweeping turn in Toad's Factory.

Game Tip!
If you're struggling in a race and feel like you don't have a chance to win, you might want to consider sandbagging and falling into last place. This could be your best opportunity to pick up those Items that can send you rocketing toward the front.

Maybe there's more YouTube videos which show the back of cards? Some others I've seen only rush through showing the front picture to the viewer.

 

[Shoko]

Oh, there's another good video for ones we don't already have:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzDL_3Yf9-0

Of all the items in the game that can be used offensively, the Blooper is the most unique. Its effects won't directly cause any Karts or Bikes to crash. Instead, it coats all racers in fromt of you with a blinding ink. The effects last for about 7.5 seconds and will hopefully slow those racers down in the process. Did you know that you can dissipate the ink by using a Mushroom?

Game Tip!
Try to use the Blooper item when racers in front of you are entering a particularly tricky section of the track. It'll make it even harder for them.

The POW Block isn't a new concept within the Mushroom Kingdon (think Mario Bros.), but it is a brand new item for the Mario Kart series. If you're lucky enough to get this item, activate it and the POW Block appears over the heads of all other racers. When it disappears after about five seconds... POW! Everyone (but you) spins out and stops, allowing you to gain some ground.

Game Tip!
The POWerful effects of this dangerous item can be avoided. The secret is that you have to be off the ground when the POW Block unleashes its power.

Funky Kong spends much of his time hanging out with the likes of Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong. You can hang out with this cool ape too. If you accept the arduous challenge to unlock him.
Take note: Funky Kong drives like a mad monkey, so he's worth the effort.

Bob-omb, like other projectile items, can be tossed out in front of your vehicle and it can be dropped behind you, as well. When it lands it will tick for a couple of seconds and then unleash its explosive pay-load on those unfortunate enough to be near it. If tossed or dropped and it hits another character or another object, it will explode on contact. Talk about having a short fuse!

Game Tip!
If another racer is drafting behind your Kart or Bike and you happen to pick up a bob-omb, be sure to have them say hello to your little friend.

A powered-up form of the single Green Shell, when activated, the Triple Green Shells form somewhat of a protective barrier around your vehicle helping you to fend off attacks. Then they can be fired, one by one or in rapid succession, forward or backward depending on your needs. A Kart or Bike at comes into contact with a Green Shell will crash and come to a complete stop.

Game Tip!
Activate the Triple Green Shell item as soon as possible. The three Green Shells will protect your vehicle AND you'll be able to pick up other items.

May someone help out by getting the bios from the last three minutes of that video? Otherwise I'll do it tomorrow.

 

[Meta Knight]

Thanks for helping out with this!

 

[Shoko]

Some more from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbAGM6nme0w

The grounds around Princess Peach's castle have been changed over the years. Now there's a track built around them that Mario has taken a liking to. The layout is fairly standard...right turns, left turns, straight-away...and relead. Watch out for Chain Chomp as you round the last right turn!

Beast Alert!
With Star Power, cutting across the sandy area where Chain Chomp roams can be a very good tactic.

Two Special Cup tracks. Bowser's Castle and Rainbow Road have been Special Cup stalwarts. This time around the names may be the same, but the layouts are new & improved–they're no cakewalk. In fact, these could be some of the most difficult tracks in Mario Kart Wii.

Triple Mushrooms are a great find! Instead of the 1.5 second boost you get from a single Mushroom, if timed correctly you can get up to a 4.5 second boost of speed. Perfect for those times when you can cut corners by going through an off-track infield area. Instead of slowing down because you've gone off the track, you boost right through the rough stuff and back onto the track.

Game Tip!
Be aware of WHEN you use each of the Triple Mushrooms. Use one too soon after another and you'll sacrifice some of the benefit of the one in effect.

Unfortunately, he doesn't turn a lot of the cards around.


And https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjO2txLiQro (they sound Aussie!)

This tomboy Princess feels right at home shedding her dress for a biker suit in Mario Kart Wii. You will find that Daisy is not afraid of getting her gloves dirty–if you take the steps necessary to unlock this alluding racer. Try Daisy when setting your sights on breaking Time Trial records–she's really fast!

Trivia!
1. Which baddie can flatten you like a pancake?
a. Fire Snake b. Monty Mole c. Thwomp

2. True or False: A Fake Item Box can only be dropped behind you, not launched out in front of your Kart.
false

Who am I?
Who gets to wear this adorned crown in the Mushroom Kingdom?
I am...
Rosalina! (And don't forget Luma.) Rosalina and her little Star bussy are all but inseperable as they ride in the big Karts and Bikes.

Game Tip!
If you're drafting on another Kart and that racer decides to drop an Item, there's not too much you can do except take the hit because it happens fast. That's the main risk. However, the upside is that a successful drafting attempt will give you a nice little boost of speed.

Heavyweight Kart racers (& those who love them–you know who you are) are a special breed and they gravitate toward a certain type of vehicle. Piranha Prowler is that kind of kart and it'll let you throw your weight around!

Tips From Pit Row
Love a smash-em-up, fill contact style of racing? This one's for you! Give the Piranha Prowler a go as it's one of the heaviest Karts in the game.

Maple Treeway is a track that offers a vast array of terrain. There are tricky turns and a plethora of pesky obstacles and baddies for you and your rivals to navigate and avoid. Watch out for the piles of leaves as they will make your race miserable if you make contact with one of them.

Beast Alert!
Wigglers just go about their business. The problem is that they have a knack of getting in your way!

Long-time Mario Kart fans may experience déjà vu when checking out the first two tracks of the Mushroom Cup. Luigi Circuit looks a lot like Luigi's tracks from other Mario Kart games and Moo Moo Meadows harkens back to Moo Moo Farm. But rest assured, the layouts are new.

With his fiery red ponytail blowin' in the wind, Bowser Jr. is no longer riding shotgun in Mario Kart Wii. One of Bowser's favorite minions, this little troublemaker is now in the driver seat and can provide quite a challenge for any player. If you're ready for some fun, unlock this Koopa and hold on.

Trivia!
1. Which Item cannot be thrown? a. Green Shell b. Mega Mushroom c. Red Shell
2. True or False: It's very easy to avoid an Item dropped from a vehicle you are drafting behind.
False

Where R U?
Where will you find a giant snow-capped carving of Mario?
U R Here.
Mario on a snow board? Must be DK Summit. Be sure to check out what happens when you race as a Mii.

Game Tip!
If you pick up an Item that you can drag behind your vehicle (bananas, shells, etc.) it's usually best to activate the Item, but not let it go until you're really ready to use it. Why? Because there may be ANOTHER Item to pick up while you're holding onto the first!

 

[Roserade]

I'm a bit late to this party, so I don't know if this project is still going on, but I have a Bramball card with a description. If you need photographic proof, I can supply it, but I need a place to post it.

[quote author=Bramball]
Bramballs are spiny-legged villains that move one giant step at a time. Their long legs and large size can make them a tricky baddie to bypass. If you sneak beneath them and jump, you may get some coins. The real point of vulnerability on a Bramball is its head section. Bopping them on the head can knock them right out of the competition.
[/quote]
I know I own some others I can dig for

 

[Meta Knight]

Yeah this is still going on, i've been busy with schoolwork and 'shroom business that I havent had a lot of time to work on this. Hopefully I can get back to it soon.

 

[Shoko]

Yeah this is still going on, i've been busy with schoolwork and 'shroom business that I havent had a lot of time to work on this. Hopefully I can get back to it soon.

No worries, it's easy to get sidetracked with other stuff.

So I was thinking... Instead of collecting all the bios just for the separate character pages, why not have them included in a table on each trading card article? Rather than simply listing the card names, a table could also show an image of the card. This would allow the galleries to be merged. It would also allow editors to effectively view which bios/card images are missing, so they may be found and filled.

==Drivers==
# || Image || Name || Bio

 

[Meta Knight]

I think it's a great idea! That will make things immensely easier to keep track of

 

[Hooded Pitohui]

I apologize for being a bit late with this, but I saw this thread and thought I might be able to contribute something. I had a few of the Super Mario Galaxy cards collecting dust with some other Nintendo merchandise. If you need photographs or a video of these let me know. Otherwise I'll just write out the descriptions here.

BOING! Here comes Spring Mario after he grabs a Spring Mushroom in the Toy Time Galaxy. Use this fun Mario transformation to jump higher than ever before - and jump everywhere for that matter (Mario can't run as Spring Mario). Using the Spring Mushroom, Mario will be able to find hidden items in the air and climb steep levels with ease.

Fiery Dino Piranha is very similar to its counterpart Dino Piranha, but with one scorching difference - it can spit fireballs and its tail becomes burning hot. This presents a new challenge to Mario in the Melty Molten Galaxy where he must battle to collect a Power Star. A few star spins will still defeat the beast, but not when its tail is burning!

Purple Coins are special coins that only appear when a Purple Comet is in orbit of a galaxy. Mario must travel to each of these galaxies, collecting 100 purple coins in each one in order to reveal the Power Star that is hidden there.

Bowser Jr. will stop at nothing to keep Mario from rescuing the Princess. Bowser Jr. guards three Grand Stars and also commands other bosses to attack Mario at will. Be on the lookout for Bowser Jr. in his Airship Armada, Lava Reactor, and especially when Mario nears Princess Peach!

Deep in the recesses of the cosmos, Mario must free his brother Luigi. If he does, Luigi will help Mario find more Power Stars. To free him, pull Mario to the middle Pull Star, and then let him fall. Grab the key and grasp the Pull Star again so Mario doesn't fall onto the spikes. Then use the key to liberate Luigi!

Test your knowledge
1. What galaxy is Mario in when he finds his brother Luigi trapped in a haunted mansion?
A) Battlerock Galaxy B) Ghostly Galaxy C) Beachbowl Galaxy

2. In what Galaxy does Mario first encounter his brother Luigi?
The Good Egg Galaxy

I hope I was able to assist you all with this project with these descriptions. If you need anything more from me, please let me know.

 

[Shoko]

Thanks a lot!

(Also, I haven't forgotten about that table MK)

 

[Meta Knight]

Thanks a lot!

(Also, I haven't forgotten about that table MK)

It's okay I think we've all been boatloads busy with other projects and real life priorities. Thanks to everyone for all the help!

 

[Shoko]

MetaKnight has been doing a great job at incorporating a table on the MKWii card article. Any further thoughts and suggestions?

And does anybody have the missing Princess Peach description??