Cappy
- This article is about the character fromSuper Mario Odyssey. For the character playlist on theNintendo Music app, seeList of playlists with Super Mario tracks on Nintendo Music § Cappy.
| Cappy | |
|---|---|
 Artwork fromSuper Mario Odyssey | |
| Species | Bonneter |
| First appearance | Super Mario Run (Ver. 2.1.1) (cameo) (2017) Super Mario Odyssey (first physical appearance) (2017) |
| Latest appearance | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (2018) |
| Latest portrayal | Shohei Komatsu[1] |
- “Thank you,Mario. It's been an honor walking a mile on your head.”
- —Cappy,Super Mario Odyssey
Cappy is a major character inSuper Mario Odyssey. He isMario's main ally throughout the game and assists him in various ways. Along with his little sisterTiara, Cappy is aBonneter originally from theCap Kingdom and joins Mario to rescue her after she is kidnapped byBowser.
Cappy has the ability tocapture enemies and other creatures and objects, allowing Mario to control them and use their abilities. He can also change form to match the outfit and headwear chosen.
Concept and creation[edit]
Cappy's final design was colored white as he was meant to transform into various hats, and white was deemed a color able to fit all the different colors of the hats.[2] Furthermore, his eyes while smiling were made to resemble the "M" ofMario's cap.[2]
History[edit]
Super Mario series[edit]
Super Mario Run[edit]
AlthoughSuper Mario Odyssey is the first game in which Cappy is physically present, he technically debuted inSuper Mario Run via a cameo. To promoteSuper Mario Odyssey's appearance at E3 2017, a statue of Cappy in the form of theMario Cap was made available as one of the objects in Kingdom Builder on June 14, 2017 and costs 2,000coins. When tapped after it is placed on the field, it changes to his original top hat form for a few seconds, while his voice can be heard exclaiming, "Cappy!" Transforming back to normal also counts as tapping the statue.
This statue, along with the otherSuper Mario Odyssey-related items, was made available normally through the Remix 10 mode as of the version 3.0.4 update for the game. It can be obtained from the Bonus Game at the end of each 10-course interval and the Super Bonus Game, which can be accessed by collecting enoughBonus Medals while playing.
Super Mario Odyssey[edit]
- “You know... It seems we're after the same thing... Perhaps we should team up! Let's see if we can't helpthosetwo!”
- —Cappy,Super Mario Odyssey
Cappy's proper debut occurs inSuper Mario Odyssey, where he isMario's main partner throughout the game. Cappy joins Mario to rescue his little sisterTiara, who had been kidnapped byBowser along withPrincess Peach. He is "energetic but a bit timid."[3] For the entire game, Cappy substitutes for the Mario Cap, since it was torn up in the opening cutscene. Cappy generally appears as the regular hat, but his eyes appear in certain animations. Cappy returns to his normal top hat state in cutscenes or in idle animations in theOdyssey. Cappy is controlled by the second player while playing in two player mode. In two player mode, unless the player is in certain scripted sequences like talking to other characters, Cappy floats above Mario's head with his eyes visible.Together, Mario and Cappy operate theOdyssey, a flying ship that takes them between kingdoms.
Cappy uses his shape changing powers to take the form of anyhat the player obtains. He is also able to transform into new designs, which happens twice during the game. He becomes a Captain's Hat after they use the Odyssey for the first time.
Mario canthrow Cappy in various ways to have him attack or interact with items; the standard throw is directly forward followed by a return, and there are multiple other variations. Cappy can also be held in place once thrown to strike blocks repeatedly. Throwing Cappy in the air gives Mario a vertical boost while canceling horizontal momentum, allowing Mario to adjust his trajectory. Mario canbounce off Cappy once per jump, significantly extending Mario's jumping reach. In all cases, Cappy's eyes are visible while he is being thrown or interacting with other items.
When thrown at certain enemies or objects, Cappycaptures them, allowing Mario to control them to get across stages. Cappy can also interact with the environment. For example, he can pull levers, pull outposts, destroy some objects, and remove pools ofposion. Cappy can collect items when thrown, such ascoins andhearts. Exceptions includePower Moons andkeys. In addition toCoin Blocks, Cappy can also collect items from certain environmental objects, such as bushes. In two player mode, Cappy can fly freely near Mario, and can jump andGround Pound independently of him. He can only fly in a certain radius around Mario, and generally tries to match his elevation when not jumping or ground pounding. If Cappy is outside these bounds, the game moves him to try and stay within the radius.[4]
In the game's 8-bit sections, Cappy usually has no role as the Cap Throw cannot be used. However, in two player mode Cappy can help Mario by allowing him to float for about one second. This only applies once per jump but resets upon stomping an enemy. Cappy's eyes are visible as he takes this action.[5]
Cappy canwarp Mario to anyCheckpoint Flag they have activated. The Odyssey has a Checkpoint Flag on it, so Cappy can warp to the Odyssey as well. This can be done only while Mario is grounded, and is not able to be done during boss battles, after boss battles with that cannot be exited without a Power Moon or Multi Moon, and certainminigames,
Certain situations separate Cappy from Mario, preventing Mario from doing actions involving Cappy. Most commonly,scarecrows are activated by having Cappy spin on their head, opening access to a situation that must be done without Cappy's help. In the specific case of scarecrows, Cappy can still warp. In theLost Kingdom,Klepto steals Cappy from Mario until he is defeated. Cappy is required to operate the Odyssey, as throwing him onto the globe is what starts the powering up cutscene and what takes the player into the menu to pick a destination. As such, Cappy must be rescued before the player can leave the Lost Kingdom.
Cappy also informs the player of various details of the game and the surrounding world. Before they arrive at each new kingdom, he reads out details from the brochure. While grounded, Cappy has a large number of possible lines. These range from reactions to story events, explaining gameplay features such asregional coins that can only be used in one kingdom, and advice if the player is stuck. Cappy informs the player of if a bonus area has anyPower Moons or regional coins left. (He even does this in cases where he is outside the area due to a Scarecrow.) He cheers every time Mario damages a boss. Cappy has a number of lines where he is impressed at Mario's skill, dependent on the player accomplishing something suitably impressive such as locate a well hidden Power Moon or reach certain areas in unconventional ways. If Mario would try to use an 8-bit pipe or go through an area transition, after attempting Cappy tells Mario that they cannot do either of those things because they are partaking in a kind of competition. Even though Cappy changes shape, his dialogue box always reflects his base appearance.
Mario Reads Your Letters[edit]
Cappy appears as the hat that Mario wears in every episode of the video seriesMario Reads Your Letters.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Nintendo Switch / Nintendo 3DS)[edit]
While Cappy himself does not physically appear in theNintendo Switch andNintendo 3DS ports ofCaptain Toad: Treasure Tracker, he appears in a simplified version of theSuper Mario Odyssey logo on the games' covers.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]
Cappy appears inSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate as theMario Cap,Mario's Top Hat andBuilder Helmet, appearing during some moves and a taunt alongside Mario. However, he does not have any effect on Mario's moveset. He also appears in his Bonneter form as asupport spirit, which slightly increases the power of grabs and throws when equipped. Cappy'sspirit can be summoned usingEzlo's core andBoo Mario's core, a reference to Cappy sharing a similar hat-based and ghostly appearance with Ezlo and Boo Mario, respectively. Cappy also appears in Mario Cap form as ahat that can be worn byMii Fighters, which can be unlocked through a challenge.
Mario Day song[edit]
Cappy makes an appearance in theMario Day song released onNintendo of America's YouTube account.
Nintendo Museum[edit]
Artwork of Mario throwing Cappy fromSuper Mario Odyssey appears in the center of the character mural at the entrance of theNintendo Museum.
Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo[edit]
InNintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo, Cappy appears in his Mario Cap form while Mario is resting during bedtime.
Nintendo Music[edit]
Since its launch, theNintendo Music app has featured a Cappy playlist. It contains 9 tracks fromSuper Mario Odyssey and is 11 minutes long.
Other appearances[edit]
Taiko no Tatsujin Blue ver.[edit]
Taiko no Tatsujin Blue ver. features aSuper Mario Odyssey outfit thatDon-chan can wear, which is a costume of Cappy.
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp[edit]
A headgear item based off Cappy was released inAnimal Crossing: Pocket Camp on October 27, 2018 to celebrate the first anniversary ofSuper Mario Odyssey. It reappears in the paid, offline version of the game,Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete.
Ring Fit Adventure[edit]
Although Cappy himself does not appear physically inRing Fit Adventure, he (along withMario andPauline) appears on the cover ofJump Up, Super Star!
General information[edit]
Physical description[edit]
Cappy's normal form is a white top hat with blue wisps of hair and large eyes with red irises. Under the hat is his main body, which somewhat resembles anEerie. When transformed into different hats, such as theMario Cap, Cappy's eyes appear on the hat. Cappy also comes in a variety of outfits, which can be purchased from the kingdoms'Crazy Cap stores, including a chef hat, top hat, builder hat, and a fedora. Cappy always takes the form of the Mario Cap when capturing an enemy or object. InSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate, Cappy gains a subdued color scheme and simple detailing.
Personality[edit]
Cappy is a helpful, friendly, selfless, confident, and heroic character who is always there for those he cares about. However, he is a little timid and easily startled at times. Despite this, after joining with Mario, he is very bold and never backs down from a fight, such if the player chooses to leave the Wedding Hall before rescuing Peach and Tiara. When Tiara is captured, he immediately chooses to join Mario and assist him in his journey. He is also talkative, frequently giving Mario advice and checking out interesting aspects of other kingdoms.
While in theDarker Side, he is shown to be grateful to Mario for his journey when they climb the replica of the New Donk City Hall to reach the lastMulti Moon on its top.
Profiles and statistics[edit]
Super Mario Run[edit]
- Item description
- Cappy Statue:Straight from Super Mario Odyssey! This statue is of Mario's new partner Cappy.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]
| Spirit #78 Cappy | ||
| Series/game | Super Mario Series |
| Type | Support | |
| Slots | 1 | |
| Class | Advanced | |
| Strength / effect(s) | Strong Throw | |
| How to obtain | Summoned with an Ezlo and Boo Mario core; Spirit Board | |
| Spirit battle | Opponent(s) | Mario |
| Conditions | Rule: Invisibility; Item:Boomerang
| |
| Stage | Rainbow Cruise | |
| Song | Jump Up, Super Star! |
Quotes[edit]
- Main section:List of Super Mario Odyssey quotes § Cappy
- "*gasp* It's too big! I couldn't hold on to it any longer!"
- "I remember this place!"
- "I bet there's still at least onePower Moon in here somewhere!"
- "Whatodd little fellows! They seem to know you! And...not like you..."
Gallery[edit]
- For this subject's image gallery, seeGallery:Cappy.
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List of appearances[edit]
| Title | Description | System/format | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Mario Run | Cameo as a statue | iOS, iPadOS, Android | 2017 |
| Super Mario Odyssey | Playable character | Nintendo Switch | 2017 |
| Taiko no Tatsujin Blue ver. | Cameo as an outfit | Arcade | 2018 |
| Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp | Cameo as headgear item | iOS, iPadOS, Android | 2018 |
| Super Smash Bros. Ultimate | Non-playable character | Nintendo Switch | 2018 |
| Ring Fit Adventure | Cameo on the "Jump Up, Super Star!" cover | Nintendo Switch | 2019 |
| Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete | Cameo as headgear item | iOS, iPadOS, Android | 2024 |
Naming[edit]
Cappy's name is derived from "cap", with the diminutive suffix "-y", referring to his appearance when he takes the form of Mario's cap. The pronunciation of his name is very similar to the German wordKäppi, meaning "cap". Cappy shares a naming a scheme with that of his sister Tiara, who is likewise also named aftera type of headwear.
Names in other languages[edit]
| Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | キャッピー[6][7][8] Kyappī | Cappy | |
| Chinese(Simplified) | 凯皮[9][7] Kǎipí(Mandarin) Hóipèih(Cantonese) | Cappy | |
| Chinese(Traditional) | 凱比[10][7] Kǎipí(Mandarin) Hóibéi(Cantonese) | Cappy | |
| Dutch | Cappy[11][7] | - | |
| French | Cappy[12][13][7] | - | |
| German | Cappy[14][7] | - | |
| Italian | Cappy[15][7] | - | |
| Korean | 캐피[16][7] Kaepi | Cappy | |
| Portuguese | Cappy[17][18] | - | |
| Russian | Кеппи[19][7] Keppi | Cappy | |
| Spanish | Cappy[20][21][7] | - |
References[edit]
- ^Linh Hoàng (October 22, 2017).Super Mario Odyssey Ending Credits.YouTube (English). Archived June 1, 2018, 14:43:37 UTC from the original via Wayback Machine. Retrieved June 29, 2024.
- ^abmario_odysseyJP (January 8, 2018).今年は『マリオオデッセイ』の開発資料も、少しずつご紹介していきます！まずはキャッピーの最終デザインのスケッチ。シルクハットをモチーフに…様々な帽子に変化できるよう、何色にでもなれる「白」をメインカラーにしました。笑った時の目は、マリオの帽子のＭマークをイメージしているんですよ。.Twitter (Japanese). Retrieved June 29, 2024.
- ^mario_odysseyJP (June 13, 2017).彼の名前は「キャッピー」。マリオの帽子に変身して、一緒に世界を冒険します。元気が良いけど、実はちょっぴり臆病なんです。.Twitter (Japanese). Retrieved June 29, 2024.
- ^Gamechamp3000 (May 23, 2020).VG Myths - How Many Moons Can You Get In Super Mario Odyssey Without Jumping? ("5:05").Youtube. Retrieved Sept 9, 2024.
- ^Gamechamp3000 (Feb 9, 2018).VG Myths - Super Mario Odyssey's Hardest Jumpless Moons ("2:08").Youtube. Retrieved Sept 14, 2024.
- ^「
キャッピーが 仲間になった」– Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey byNintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Japanese). - ^abcdefghijSpirit inventory (7 Dec. 2018).Super Smash Bros. Ultimate byNintendo,Sora Ltd., andBANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc (Ver. 13.0.3).Nintendo.
- ^Sakai, Kazuya, and kikai, editors (2018). 『スーバーマリオ オデッセイ 公式設定資料集』. Tokyo:ambit (Japanese). ISBN978-4-19-864696-7. Page 60.
- ^"凯皮成为同伴了。" – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Simplified Chinese).
- ^「凱比成為同伴了。」– Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Traditional Chinese).
- ^"Cappy gaat nu overal met je mee!" – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Simplified Chinese).
- ^« Cappy est maintenant votre compagnon. » – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Canadian French).
- ^« Cappy est maintenant votre compagnon. » – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (French).
- ^„Cappy ist jetzt dein Begleiter.“ – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (German).
- ^«Hai stretto amicizia con Cappy ()!» – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Italian).
- ^"캐피를 동료로 맞이했다!" – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Korean).
- ^In-game name for theCappy Statue fromSuper Mario Run (Brazilian Portuguese).
- ^2017.Super Mario Odyssey.Nintendo PT (European Portuguese). Tab «Apresentamos o Cappy». (Archived May 23, 2024, 12:22:18 UTC via Wayback Machine.)
- ^«Теперь Кеппи — ваш спутник.» – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Russian).
- ^"Cappy () es tu nuevo compañero." – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (Latin American Spanish).
- ^«¡Cappy () te acompañará a partir de ahora!» – Notification after meeting Cappy (27 Oct. 2017).Super Mario Odyssey by Nintendo EPD Tokyo (Ver. 1.3.0).Nintendo (European Spanish).
