Baby Peach
- “More bouncy! More bouncy, Uncle Luigi!”
- —Baby Peach, Two Plumbers and a Baby
Baby Peach is a minor character in the Super Mario series designed to be the baby form of Princess Peach. She made a one-time appearance on the The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! before reappearing sixteen years later in Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time. Since then she has become a recurring character in sports spin-offs like Baby Mario and Baby Luigi before her.
Biography
Early Life
Baby Peach was born to King Toadstool with no knowledge of her status as a Star Child. An only child, she was intended to rule the Mushroom Kingdom when she grew older. Her caretaker, Toadsworth the Younger, worked tirelessly to ensure her safety and happiness.
As revealed in Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time, Baby Peach grew very fond of the Mario Bros. as she grew older despite their age difference; they were toddlers while she was still a baby. Toadsworth the Younger often requested their presence for play dates when the princess threw tantrums. Whether these visits began prior or following her first kidnapping is unconfirmed.
Bowser's Mass Kidnapping
In Yoshi's Island DS, Kamek and his Toadies set out to kidnap all seven Star Children so that the adult Bowser from the future could steal their powers. Kamek staged a massive kidnapping of countless babies from all around Mushroom World in the hope of finding the Star Children. Princess Peach was one of many targeted. A Toady entered Princess Peach's Castle through a tower window and stole her away. However, the Stork discovered Kamek and attacked the pack of Toadies. He managed to release Baby Mario and Baby Peach, both of whom fell to Yoshi's Island below. Baby Peach softened her fall by floating down with her parasol.
The Yoshis gathered together with the Stork to discuss what should be done with Baby Peach and Baby Mario. They decided to help the anxious Baby Mario save his brother, who the Stork had not been able to free. In order to reach Bowser's Castle, each Yoshi carried a baby on its back as it trekked across the terrain while the Stork carried the other baby in the skies above.
After she began riding on the Yoshis' backs in Catch the Breeze, Baby Peach proved herself useful. Her parasol assisted the Yoshis she rode in terms of Flutter Jump length and also allowed them to ride upon strong winds to reach high areas. Baby Peach met many other babies at this time, including Baby DK, Baby Wario, and Baby Bowser. The Yoshis eventually discovered that Bowser of the future was behind the mass kidnappings and put a stop to his plans, preventing the theft of Peach's star power. The Stork returned Baby Peach to the castle, where she lived peacefully for some time.
The Shroob Invasion
In light of the souring conditions on the Shroob planet, the Shroobs, led by Elder Princess Shroob and Princess Shroob, plotted to invade and destroy the Mushroom Kingdom and create a kingdom of their own in Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time. Their first target was Princess Peach's Castle. By coincidence, Baby Bowser was also planning his first attack on the kingdom to kidnap Princess Peach. Just as Baby Mario and Baby Luigi arrived for a play date, Baby Bowser broke into the castle. Baby Mario defeated him, saving Baby Peach from the attack.
However, no sooner had Baby Bowser been defeated the Shroobs began their attack on the castle. Caught unprepared, the castle was soon declared lost. Realizing that they were in grave danger if they stayed, the Baby Bowser called Kamek and ordered him to bring the Koopa Cruiser. He allowed Baby Mario, Baby Luigi, Baby Peach, and Toadsworth the Younger to flee with him. Toadsworth the Younger placed the princess in a stroller and rolled her aboard.
In the space of hours, the Shroobs took over almost all of the Mushroom Kingdom, including Toad Town. Princess Peach's Castle was transformed into Shroob Castle. The Koopa Cruiser was pursued, but Baby Bowser soon defeated the Shroob UFOs that attempted to shoot them down. As they passed over Hollijolli Village, the cruisers' pilots noticed two attacked "villagers," the future Mario and Luigi, who had traveled back in time to find the future Princess Peach. Baby Bowser instructed his minions to ignore them and head for Bowser's Castle. Upset, Baby Peach threw a loud tantrum until Baby Bowser finally agreed to land. Baby Mario and Baby Luigi rescued their older selves from the Shroobs and brought them onboard.
Just as they neared Bowser's Castle, Princess Shroob sent a missile and shot the Koopa Cruiser down. It crashed into the castle, sending Baby Peach and Toadsworth the Younger flying. He searched the castle with the princess, eventually finding Mario, Luigi, Baby Mario, and Baby Luigi escaping to the future through a time hole. They followed, emerging in the Mushroom Kingdom of the future, years after the Shroobs had been defeated and order restored.
Toadsworth the Younger and Baby Peach remained in the future where it was safe while Mario, Luigi, Baby Mario, and Baby Luigi traveled back and forth through time to save the Mushroom Kingdom. The efforts of the future Toadsworth and Toadsworth the Younger to amuse the young princess taught the Mario Bros. new moves. After the brothers defeated the Shroobs, liberated the Mushroom Kingdom of the past, and saved the future Princess Peach, they returned to the future. Using Professor Elvin Gadd's time machine, Baby Peach, Toadsworth the Younger, Baby Mario, and Baby Luigi returned to the present.
Years of Peace
The princess enjoyed a peaceful infancy and life as a toddler after returning to the present. She met Baby Daisy at some point during this time period. By the time they were adults, the two become very close friends. As seen in Mario Kart Wii and Super Mario Sluggers, Baby Peach began her involvement in sports as a toddler by traveling to the future again. She appeared in the future alongside Baby Mario, Baby Luigi, Baby Daisy, and Baby DK.
Age Reversal
Many years later, while the adult Princess Toadstool was searching for a way to save the Mushroom Kingdom after the events of Super Mario Bros., she, Mario, Luigi, and Toad came to the Kingdom of Youth after receiving word that King Koopa was staging a new plot from that location in "Two Plumbers and a Baby." They discovered that King Goo goo Ga Ga Koopa, one of King Koopa's alternate persaonas, had increased the water flow of the Fountain of Youth in order to create a workforce of child slaves. The four heroes were seen, and in the ensuing chase Princess Toadstool tripped on a stone and fell into the fountain. She was transformed into her baby form, Baby Princess. Mario, Luigi, and Toad struggled to escape from King Goo Goo Ga Ga Koopa with the princess, but ultimately they escaped. They decided to wait for nightfall before freeing the slaves, but in the meantime Mario, Luigi, and Toad were forced to babysit Baby Princess, who had regressed back to her curious, mischievous, and helpless form. Finally, Mario and Luigi reversed the water flow of the Fountain of Youth, returning Princess Toadstool to her true, adult self.
Sports Career
Mario Kart
Baby Peach entered the Mario Kart races in Mario Kart Wii. The princess appeared in the future alongside her older self from that time period. She fell into the small size class, which allowed her to drive karts or bikes with high acceleration and good off-road capabilities. However, these karts also had low speed. Like all the other racers, Baby Peach owned one version of each of the karts and bikes in her size class. Her karts and bikes were pink and her symbol was her crown. The normal and expert staff ghosts for Peach Gardens were recorded using Baby Peach in the Magikruiser and Mini Beast respectively.
Baseball
Baby Peach also played baseball in Super Mario Sluggers. The princess used a large rattle as her bat. She had good chemistry with Baby Mario, Baby Luigi, Baby Daisy, Baby DK and Yoshi. Yoshi was seen carrying her on his back on the box art for the title.
Character Description
Personality
Baby Peach's personality bears similarity to that of her older self. She is mischievous, friendly, clever, pure hearted, and enjoys the company of others. She also exudes charm and elegance.[1] Her playful nature can be seen through her enjoyment of Mario Kart races, baseball, flight, and the antics of Toadsworth and Toadsworth the Younger in Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time. However, she is quick to tears and tantrums. She has used her temper to control those around her, such as Baby Bowser when, in Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time, she cried until he agreed to help the adult Mario and Luigi just to make her stop.
Physical Description
Depending on the age of Baby Peach, she has one of two appearances. She has large blue eyes, rosy cheeks, and a tiny nose. Her full blonde hair is styled in the same way as her adult counterpart, although Baby Peach's hair is not as long down her back. She wears a large crown and sucks on a pacifier.
Her outfit changes based on her age. As an infant, she wears a pink jumper with a bib. A large, blue jewel broach is sewed onto the bib. She does not wear any shoes. As a toddler, she wears a little girl's pink dress resembling the dresses of her older self. However, she does not wear long gloves and the skirt is much shorter. She wears hot pink buckle shoes and white socks.
Cameo Appearances
Super Smash Bros. Brawl
In Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Baby Peach appears a trophy. This was her first appearance in a three-dimensional video game and as a toddler. The trophy was unlockable by unlocking five hundred other trophies. This was the only time Baby Peach has been seen wearing gloves.
List of Appearances or References by Date
| Title | Description | Original Release Date | System/Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time | Non-Playable Character | North America: November 28, 2005 |
Nintendo DS |
| Yoshi's Island DS | Unlockable Playable Character | North America: November 13, 2006 |
Nintendo DS |
| Super Smash Bros. Brawl | Trophy | Japan: January 31, 2008 |
Wii |
| Mario Kart Wii | Playable Character | Japan: April 10, 2008 |
Wii |
| Super Mario Sluggers | Unlockable Playable Character | Japan: June 19, 2008 |
Wii |
Official Statistics and Profiles
Mario Kart Wii
- Class: Light Weight
- Stats:
- Acceleration:***/***
- Top Speed:*/***
- Off-Road:***/***
- Site Bio: "Although she needs a little help reaching the gas pedal, Baby Peach is a racing force in a petite frame."
- Prima Guide Bio: Baby Peach loves to fly, and she's very excited about the chance to defeat Baby Mario. Again!
Super Smash Bros. Brawl Trophy Information
| # | Name | Image | Appearance(s) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 154 | Baby Peach | File:TrBaby peach.jpg | Princess Peach as a baby with a pink pacifier. Even though she's an infant, she wears her crown with all the charm and elegance you would expect from a princess. In Yoshi's Island DS, she rode out for adventure just like Baby Mario--on Yoshi's back. While riding Yoshi, she can use her parasol to extend their hang time. |
Quotes
- "More bouncy! More bouncy, Uncle Luigi!" - "Two Plumbers and a Baby"
- "Uncle Mario play mud pie! Me play, too!" - "Two Plumbers and a Baby"
- "I like you Uncle Mario, you fun!" - "Two Plumbers and a Baby"
Image Galleries
Screenshots
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- ME0000685854 2.jpg
- Mkw babypeachstunt.jpg
- Babypeach-mss.PNG
Official Artwork
- BabyPeach.jpg
- YIDS BabyPeach.jpg
- Babypeachbasic.PNG
- Mariokartwii.babypeachart.jpg
Mario Kart Wii
References
- ^ Sora Ltd. and Nintendo of America (2008). Baby Peach Trophy description. Super Smash Bros. Brawl
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