Anime Arc RPG

I tried the previous Anime Arc chat and wasn't entirely convinced, so I'm making this chat in two parts. The first part will cover everything from the episode "Mario and the Anime Challenge" to "Mario Saves Anime," and the second part will cover everything from "The Splatfest Incident" to "Final Hours." I hope you enjoy both parts, and I'll try to stick more closely to the canonical lore of Anime Arc. This one goes from "Mario and the Anime Challenge" to "Mario Saves Anime." I hope you like it! :b

The episode "Mario Saves Anime" marks the climax of the first phase of the Anime Arc (the ban phase). These are the events that occur in its ending: The infiltration plan: Following Meggy's training and Axol's return, the group launches an assault on Peach's Castle. Tari provides technological support from an external base, while Meggy uses her sniper skills to clear the way for Mario, Axol, and Boopkins. The confrontation on the throne: The group manages to reach the throne room, evading the ASS guards. There, they confront Princess Peach. Axol tries to reason with her, explaining that anime isn't just about destruction, but an art form that inspires people. The musical number: Fishy Boopkins delivers a heartfelt (and hilarious) musical performance about why anime is great. Axol powers up his Inkweaver brush to 50% using ink donated by Meggy to create stunning visuals to accompany the song. The repeal of the law: Peach, moved by the presentation and the passion of her subjects, admits that it was unjust. She officially lifts the ban on anime in the Mushroom Kingdom and disbands the ASS (Anime Secret Service). The tragic twist (Cliffhanger): While everyone celebrates their victory at the castle, they realize Meggy has disappeared. In the final scene, it's revealed that Francis and the Anime Cartel took advantage of the distraction of the assault to kidnap Meggy and other Inklings. This ending closes the "Peach's Law" storyline but immediately begins the darkest and most famous phase of the arc: The Anime Island Saga.

Princess Peach: She is the main political antagonist in this stage. After the destruction of her castle, she becomes authoritarian and enacts the Anime Prohibition Act, ordering the persecution of any "weeb" and the deportation of characters like Saiko. The ASS (Anime Secret Service): This is the police organization created by Peach to eradicate anime. Its main members are: Chris and Swagmaster: Although they are usually comical characters, here they act as enforcers of the law, chasing Mario and confiscating Boopkins' anime with great efficiency. SMG4 (Temporarily): Initially, he acts as a secondary antagonist by joining the ASS to enforce Peach's rules before redeeming himself. Desti: She is Meggy's rival and the leader of the Octoposse team. During this stage, she acts as a minor villain and sports rival who steals Meggy's weapons and sabotages her Splatfest training, taking advantage of the team's weakness after the anime ban. Jeeves: The anthropomorphic fork appears as a business antagonist in the episode Mario's Lemonade Stand. He tries to ruin Mario and Tari's business so that Mario can't pay his debt to the cartel, acting out of pure personal revenge. The Anime Cartel (Henchmen): Before Francis fully reveals himself, his henchmen (including Lemmy Koopa in smuggling roles) act as a constant extortion threat against Mario and Boopkins, violently collecting debts.

During the Anime Arc (2019), Swag (also known as Swagmaster6969696969) acts as one of the enforcers of the anime ban under Princess Peach's command. Appearance Base Model: Like Chris, it's a recolor of Mario with more realistic proportions from Garry's Mod. Face: He has black eyes, a constant empty expression, and brown hair peeking out from under his helmet. ASS (Anime Secret Service) clothing: He wears a light blue security guard uniform. He wears a blue combat helmet with the organization's logo. He often carries heavy firearms or drives military vehicles (such as tanks) to confiscate illegal merchandise. Personality Absurd and Immature: He is the polar opposite of Chris. He treats his job at the ASS like a game and often says nonsensical things or makes inappropriate jokes at serious moments. Egocentric: He believes he is the most handsome and talented man in the world. He often refers to himself in the third person and seeks attention. Morally Distracted: Although his mission is to arrest anime fans, he sometimes gets easily distracted by nonsense or even shows interest in the things he is supposed to confiscate if they seem "cool" to him. Unpredictable: Swag is a force of chaos. He can go from being an efficient guard to causing total disaster in seconds due to his lack of common sense. Conflicting Loyalty: Although he's Chris's best friend, he constantly irritates him with his antics. However, deep down he's loyal to his partner, even though they both follow Peach's authoritarian orders. In this arc, Swag provides the touch of absurd humor within the tension generated by the anime's chase, being responsible for the most ridiculous situations during the ASS raids.

During the first half of the Anime Arc (2019), Francis acts from the shadows as a secondary antagonist who climbs the ranks until he is revealed as the main villain at the end of "Mario Saves Anime". Physical Appearance Model: It's a green Chameleon (based on the character from Super Paper Mario). Characteristics: He has large, bulging eyes with small pupils, a long tongue that he often sticks out, and wears black-framed glasses. His physique is somewhat robust, and he walks with a stooped posture. Clothing: He wears a simple orange shirt with a barely visible plaid design. Accessories: He always carries a backpack or is surrounded by computers, game consoles, and anime paraphernalia. It's common to see him with his inhaler, which is vital for his health. Personality Obsessive Otaku and Extreme "Weeb": His life revolves around anime and video games. However, unlike Boopkins, his passion is toxic and possessive. Criminal Leader: He runs the Anime Cartel, an organization dedicated to smuggling illegal material after Peach was banned. He is a ruthless businessman who doesn't hesitate to extort Mario or threaten to "break his knees" if he doesn't pay his debts. Manipulative and Opportunistic: He uses the chaos of the ban to his advantage. In "Mario Saves Anime," he pretends to be an ally of the protagonists by providing them with transportation and support, but in reality, he is using the distraction of the castle assault to carry out his own plan. Cowardly and Cruel: He prefers others to do his dirty work. He hides behind his bodyguards and his technology. He has no empathy; he sees others (especially the Inklings) simply as resources to fulfill his fantasies. Ambitious: His ultimate goal at this stage is not just to watch anime, but to create his own personal anime paradise, which leads him to commit the arc-changing act: the kidnapping of Meggy.

During the Anime Arc (2019), Chris's appearance remains true to his classic design from the Guards n' Retards series, but with the specific uniform of Peach's organization: During this stage, as an agent of Peach's organization, her attire changes: Guard Uniform: Wear a light blue or grayish security guard suit. Tactical Vest: He often wears a bulletproof vest or black combat gear over his shirt. Helmet: Wears a blue protective helmet with Peach's secret service logo, designed to protect him during raids against "weebs". In short, Chris looks like an older, more serious, and tired Mario, with his brown hair showing and dressed in police tactical gear to comply with Princess Peach's prohibition orders.

Physical Appearance Species: It's an Octoling (from the Splatoon franchise). Features: It has fair skin and its tentacles (hair) are a vibrant purple with lighter tips. Its eyes are purple with the characteristic black markings of its species in the shape of a mask. Outfit: He wears a dark combat jacket (Octarian style). Wear high black combat boots. He usually wears an expression of superiority, with a mocking smile or a defiant look. Weapon: His main weapon is the .52 Gal, which he handles with great precision. Personality Arrogant and Competitive: At the start of the arc, Desti is Meggy's direct rival. Her only goal is to win the Splatfest, and she enjoys rubbing it in Meggy's face that her team (Mario, Luigi, and Tari) is incompetent. Provocative: She's an expert at mind games. She enjoys undermining Meggy's confidence, as seen when she steals her weapons, not out of necessity, but to prove that Meggy is nothing without her team. Proud: She has a strong sense of honor within her rivalry. In the episode "The Mario Showdown," she agrees to return the weapons if Meggy defeats her in a fair duel, demonstrating that she prefers to beat a rival at her peak rather than a defeated one. Sarcastic: She always has a sarcastic comment ready to mock the absurd situations caused by Mario or SMG4. Independent: She leads her own team, the Octoposse, and is not intimidated by Princess Peach's law or the threats of other villains.

1. Using Inkweaver It's his primary tool and one of the most powerful weapons in the SMG4 universe. With it he can: Summoning anime characters: Anything Axol draws in the air or on paper instantly comes to life. He has summoned everything from Evangelion attack units to characters from JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. Control your creations: The drawings obey your orders, serving as bodyguards, transport, or attack force. Solidify objects: Not only do you create living beings; you can also draw inanimate objects (shields, weapons, or tools) to solve situations.
2. Ink Boosting (Inkling/Octoling) The power of the Inkweaver depends on the quality of the ink used: Normal ink: Creates functional drawings but with a standard power limit. Inkling/Octoling Ink: When the Inkbrush consumes ink from beings like Meggy or Desti, its power increases exponentially. In Mario Saves Anime, upon reaching 50% power, the creations become much larger, more resilient, and capable of performing devastating special attacks.
3. Superhuman Artistic Abilities Drawing speed: Axol possesses incredible manual dexterity, being able to draw complex characters in a matter of seconds, even in the middle of a fight. Tactical imagination: His encyclopedic knowledge of anime allows him to choose exactly which character or ability is needed to counter a specific enemy.
4. Limitations Brush dependence: Without the Inkweaver, Axol does not possess any notable physical combat skills. Power charge: The brush can run out if overused or if it does not have high-quality ink, leaving Axol vulnerable. Physical weapon damage: If the brush breaks or is damaged (as happens later with the bow), your creations become unstable or cease to exist.

Personality The Passionate Artist: Axol lives for anime. He is the world's most famous mangaka and takes his art with absolute seriousness. He believes that anime is not just entertainment, but a source of inspiration and hope for people. Wise and Noble: Unlike most of the characters in SMG4, Axol is initially presented as mature, calm, and cultured. He acts as a mentor to Boopkins and a strategic ally for SMG4. Vigilante: He feels deeply hurt and outraged to learn that anime has been banned in the Mushroom Kingdom. His motivation for leaving Japan and joining the group is purely altruistic: he wants to restore freedom of expression and art to the kingdom. Humble despite his fame: Although he is a global celebrity (harassed by fans in Japan), he treats Mario and his friends as equals from the very beginning, showing great kindness. Brave and Selfless: In "Mario Saves Anime," he proves he's willing to risk his life and his most prized possession (the Inkweaver) to help his new friends. He doesn't hesitate to infiltrate Peach's castle to face the law head-on. Eccentric: Despite his maturity, he has moments of "artist madness," where he gets overly excited about a good drawing or the quality of the ink (like when he marvels at Meggy's ink). In this stage of the arc, Axol represents hope and creativity, being the hero the group needed to overcome Princess Peach's oppression.

During the first half of the anime arc (2019), Axol is introduced as a legendary figure who changes the course of history. Here is his detailed description: Physical Appearance Species: It is an anthropomorphic axolotl of Japanese origin. Facial Features: It has light pink skin. Its most distinctive feature is its six bright red external gills (three on each side of its head), typical of its species. Its eyes are large, black, and very expressive, capable of displaying anything from great wisdom to comical terror. Clothing: She wears an outfit that mixes traditional and modern styles: A short tunic or kimono in dark green with yellow details. A black belt (obi) where he usually hangs his drawing tools. Simple black trousers. She wears traditional Japanese sandals (geta). Main Accessory (Inkweaver): He always carries the Inkweaver, a giant wooden brush with a golden tip. This brush is not just a tool, but a mystical artifact that emits a bluish glow when activated to bring drawings to life.

During the Anime Arc (2019), Saiko Bichitaru plays a pivotal role, as his very existence becomes "illegal" in the Mushroom Kingdom due to Princess Peach's law. Appearance Visual Style: It is a character with a purely anime aesthetic (from the fictional dating simulator Doki Doki Maiden School), which contrasts strongly with the models of Mario or SMG4. Physical Traits: She is tall, with pale skin, intense pink eyes, and long pink hair tied in two high pigtails secured with black ribbons. Clothing: He wears a stylized Japanese school uniform: A white shirt with a red bow. A grey vest and a dark jacket. A short pleated skirt in red plaid. Black knee-high socks and military boots. Weapon: He always carries his enormous wooden hammer (piko piko type), which he uses to intimidate or crush enemies. Personality Aggressive and Volatile: Saiko maintains her "Tsundere" or even somewhat psychopathic personality. She is prone to solving problems through brute force and has very little patience for Mario or Bob's stupidity. Protective and Loyal: Despite her tough exterior, her loyalty to the group is solidified in this arc. She cares deeply for Boopkins (who brought her into the world) and is willing to risk everything by illegally returning to the kingdom to help her friends. Determined: During her exile in Japan, she shows a more melancholic side as she reconnects with her "roots," but she recovers her fighting spirit to fight against the injustice of the anime ban. Intimidating: He's the group's shock troops. His presence is vital in the assault on the castle in "Mario Saves Anime," where he uses his physical strength to fight his way through the ASS agents. Evolution: In this arc she ceases to be seen as a "redeemed villain" to be an official hero of the SMG4 team, accepting that the Mushroom Kingdom is her true home.

Appearance Model: An original design based on the character from the Meta Runner series. Physical Traits: Short blue hair and bright blue eyes. His most distinctive feature is his cybernetic robotic arm on his left side. Outfit: A blue and white hoodie. Brown shorts over black leggings. Small brown boots. He often carries a small duck sock or plush toy (his personal obsession). Personality Shy and Kind: She is by far the sweetest and least aggressive member of the group. She hates conflict and tends to get nervous around violence or Princess Peach's shouting. Expert Gamer: Her robotic arm allows her to mentally connect to video games, granting her superhuman reflexes. This ability is key when she helps coordinate tactical missions. Unconditional Support: Unlike Mario or Bob, Tari helps Meggy with her training not out of ambition, but out of pure loyalty and friendship. She's the one who tries to keep Meggy calm when she gets frustrated. Strategic Mind: In the episode "Mario Saves Anime", Tari does not fight on the front lines, but acts as the "operator" from a secret base, guiding Mario and the others through Peach's castle security systems using her technology. Duck Lover: His innocence is reflected in his extreme love for rubber ducks, which he uses to calm himself in high-stress situations.

Appearance Species: Inkling (from the Splatoon franchise). Physical Traits: Long, tentacle-like hair of bright orange color, golden eyes with black markings (natural mask) and fair skin. Outfit: Their distinctive silver sports helmets. A white t-shirt with an ink creature logo. Black athletic shorts. Cream-colored boots with green soles. Equipment: He always carries his Splattershot (his main ink weapon). Personality Determined and Competitive: Her sole objective at this stage is to win the next Splatfest. She is extremely focused on victory, which leads her to be very strict with her friends. Disciplined Leader: Acts as the team's coach. She gets easily frustrated when Mario, Luigi, and Tari don't take practice seriously, sometimes displaying a strong and authoritarian temper. Vulnerable and Stressed: Beneath her tough exterior, Meggy feels immense pressure as this is her last Splatfest. In episodes like Meggy's Training, she shows moments of sadness and self-doubt, feeling unsupported by her friends. Loyal and Generous: Despite her frustration, she deeply values ​​her friends. In Mario Saves Anime, she agrees to sacrifice some of her own ink (which is vital for an Inkling) to help Axol power up his brush and save anime for the sake of Boopkins. Protective: She does not hesitate to confront authority figures (like Peach or the ASS) or rivals (like Desti) to defend what she considers right.

During the Anime Arc (2019), Fishy Boopkins is the emotional heart of the group and the main driving force of the plot due to his fanaticism for Japanese culture. Appearance Model: It's a Spike (enemy from the Super Mario series), specifically a small, rounded, green model. Features: He has large, expressive eyes that often fill with tears in an anime style. His arms and legs are short, giving him a cute and harmless appearance. Accessories: He is often seen carrying anime merchandise, such as his famous "body pillow" (waifu) or collectible figures. In moments of sadness or fear, he tends to curl up into himself. Personality Extreme Otaku: Boopkins is passionate about anime and manga. His desire to share this passion with Mario and Bob is what accidentally triggers the banning of anime in the Mushroom Kingdom. Sensitive and Crybaby: He is the most emotional character in the group. He becomes deeply distressed when his friends fight or when the ASS (Anime Secret Service) confiscates his belongings. Optimistic and Friendly: Despite being called a "piece of trash" by other characters (especially Bob), Boopkins always looks for the best in others. He firmly believes that anime can bring people together. Brave for his Friends: Although he is a coward by nature, he demonstrates great bravery by traveling to Japan and leading the mission to convince Princess Peach. Vocal Talent: In this arc, his singing ability shines. His musical performance in the episode "Mario Saves Anime" is the deciding factor in moving Peach to lift the ban. Boopkins acts as the bridge between the world of SMG4 memes and the anime aesthetic, being responsible for introducing Axol to the rest of the team. He has all of Axol's books and comics because he's his biggest fan and is always following him around, as he's super emotional.

During the Anime Arc (2019), Bob Bobowski plays a key role as the ambitious and, at times, morally questionable comic relief. These are his characteristics: Appearance Model: Bob is a Garo (an enemy from The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask). Clothing: He wears his characteristic ragged brown tunics that cover his entire body. Features: His eyes are two bright yellow dots floating in the darkness beneath his hood. Instead of hands, he has two sharp swords which he uses both for fighting and for exaggerated gestures. Personality Greedy and Opportunistic: Bob always looks to profit from any situation. In this arc, he joins Francis's Anime Cartel simply because he saw an opportunity to gain money and power within the black market. Obsessed with Fame: He often proclaims himself a "superstar" or the best rapper in the world. His interest in anime is often linked to how "cool" or "extreme" he looks striking fighting poses. Questionable but Real Loyalty: Although he seems to only care about himself and even abandons the group to pursue his own interests, he ends up helping his friends in critical moments, such as the trip to Japan and the final assault on the castle. Comical and sarcastic: His way of speaking (through a synthesized computer voice) and his low-budget "bad boy" attitude make him one of the funniest characters. He's the one who usually escalates conflicts due to his lack of tact. Combat Skills: Despite his ridiculous appearance, he proves to be a capable fighter, using his blades and anime techniques (such as the Kamehameha that accidentally destroys the castle) to face off against the ASS agents.

During the Anime Arc (2019), Luigi maintains his role as the most cautious and kind-hearted character, although he is dragged into chaos by his brother Mario's decisions. Appearance Traditional Model: Uses his classic appearance from Nintendo games: taller and thinner than Mario, with his characteristic green cap (with the "L"), green shirt and dark blue overalls. Body Language: He is often seen trembling, shrugging his shoulders, or with a constant worried expression. "Brave Luigi" Mode: In moments of extreme need or when his friends are in real danger, his expression changes to one of determination, although this usually doesn't last long. Personality Cowardly but Loyal: Luigi is afraid of almost everything (especially an enraged Princess Peach and the ASS), but he never abandons his friends. He stays on Meggy's team for the Splatfest despite not feeling up to it. The Moral Compass: Unlike Mario or Bob, Luigi feels genuinely bad about breaking the rules or participating in the anime "black market." He's the one who usually tries (unsuccessfully) to get Mario to behave legally. Victim of Circumstance: During this arc, Luigi suffers greatly from Meggy's intense and sometimes aggressive training. He feels pressured by her expectations, which adds a layer of emotional tension to the group. Unconditional Support: Although he is not an anime fanatic like Boopkins, he helps in the assault on the castle in "Mario Saves Anime" simply because he knows it is the right thing to do to make his friends happy. Pacifist: He prefers to resolve conflicts by talking, but if forced to fight (as in the confrontation against Desti), he tries his best not to disappoint Meggy.

During the Anime Arc (2019), Bob Bobowski plays a key role as the ambitious and, at times, morally questionable comic relief. These are his characteristics: Appearance Model: Bob is a Garo (an enemy from The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask). Clothing: He wears his characteristic ragged brown tunics that cover his entire body. Features: His eyes are two bright yellow dots floating in the darkness beneath his hood. Instead of hands, he has two sharp swords which he uses both for fighting and for exaggerated gestures. Personality Greedy and Opportunistic: Bob always looks to profit from any situation. In this arc, he joins Francis's Anime Cartel simply because he saw an opportunity to gain money and power within the black market. Obsessed with Fame: He often proclaims himself a "superstar" or the best rapper in the world. His interest in anime is often linked to how "cool" or "extreme" he looks striking fighting poses. Questionable but Real Loyalty: Although he seems to only care about himself and even abandons the group to pursue his own interests, he ends up helping his friends in critical moments, such as the trip to Japan and the final assault on the castle. Comical and sarcastic: His way of speaking (through a synthesized computer voice) and his low-budget "bad boy" attitude make him one of the funniest characters. He's the one who usually escalates conflicts due to his lack of tact. Combat Skills: Despite his ridiculous appearance, he proves to be a capable fighter, using his blades and anime techniques (such as the Kamehameha that accidentally destroys the castle) to face off against the ASS agents.

Appearance Base Model: It is a coating (recolor) of the Super Mario model. Clothing: He wears the characteristic blue overalls and white shirt. His cap is blue with a white letter "S" in the center. Features: He has brown hair and a face identical to Mario's, but with a generally more serious or stressed expression due to his friends' antics. Personality The Voice of Reason (relative): Unlike Mario, SMG4 is much more sensible and aware of the consequences. He feels responsible for keeping the group together and out of legal trouble. Loyalty Conflict: During this arc, he displays a more pragmatic side. Initially, he joins Princess Peach's Anime Secret Service (ASS) as second-in-command to avoid arrest and try to "keep the peace" from within. Loyal and Protective: Despite working for the law, his ultimate loyalty lies with his friends. He betrays the ASS when he realizes Saiko and Boopkins are in real danger, demonstrating that he values ​​his friendship above authority. Determined: Takes the lead on the mission to Japan and coordinates the tactical plan to infiltrate Peach's castle in "Mario Saves Anime". Meme Addict: Although the arc is serious, it maintains its essence as a content creator, using his intelligence to devise plans that often involve absurd situations.

Protagonists and Allies Mario: The engine of chaos. His participation in the initial challenge causes the anime to be banned. He then works for Francis's cartel to pay off debts and finally helps infiltrate the castle. Fishy Boopkins: The number one "weeb". His obsession with anime is what unites the group with Axol in Japan and who convinces Peach with his singing. Axol: A famous manga artist (axolotl) who appears in Japan. With his magic Inkweaver brush, he is the key to showing Peach the value of anime art. Meggy Spletzer: (In her Inkling form). Although her priority is training for the Splatfest, she becomes a key player by donating her ink to power up the Inkweaver. She is kidnapped at the end of this stage. SMG4: Acts as a mediator. He initially tries to uphold the law by joining the ASS, but later rebels to help his friends bring anime back. Saiko Bichitaru: As an anime character, her existence is illegal during this period. Her exile to Japan and subsequent illegal return are important plot points. Tari: Acts as tactical and emotional support, helping to coordinate missions from the shadows. Bob: Participates in the initial challenges and becomes an anime smuggler when the law gets strict. Antagonists and Authorities Princess Peach: The ultimate authority who bans anime after the destruction of her castle and creates the ASS (Anime Secret Service). Francis: The leader of the Anime Cartel. At first, he seems like an ally of the protagonists by selling them illegal anime, but at the end of "Mario Saves Anime" he is revealed as the main villain after kidnapping Meggy. Chris and Swagmaster: The main guards of the ASS tasked with chasing the protagonists and confiscating "otaku" material. Desti: Meggy's rival, who steals her weapons and complicates her training, although her role becomes more heroic in the second half of the arc.

In the episode "Mario Saves Anime," the climax of the first half of the Anime Arc, the group succeeds in having the law against anime repealed through the following actions: Axol's Plan: Axol devises a strategy to convince Princess Peach that anime is beneficial. To boost her Inkweaver brush by 50%, Meggy agrees to donate some of her Inkling ink. Castle Invasion: SMG4 distracts the ASS (Anime Secret Service) forces by sending a truck full of Anime Cartel members, allowing Mario, Boopkins, and Axol to infiltrate the castle. Stealth and Support: With Tari's guidance via radio and Meggy's support as a sniper, the group manages to evade the guards and reach the throne room. The Musical Number: Instead of a battle, Axol and Boopkins present a moving musical number that convinces Princess Peach of the beauty of anime. End of the Ban: Moved, Peach officially lifts the ban and disbands the ASS.

In the episode "The Mario Showdown" (April 2019), the conflict between Meggy and her rival Desti reaches a critical point before the climax of the anime ban: Conflict with Desti: After her weapons were stolen in the previous episode, Meggy leads an assault on Desti's lair. However, Desti uses traps and sentries to drive them off, refusing to fight them if they are unarmed. Return from Japan: Simultaneously, SMG4, Bob, and Fishy Boopkins return to the Mushroom Kingdom, smuggling Saiko back in. Upon arriving at the airport, ASS guards attempt to stop them. Axol's intervention: To help the group escape from the airport, Axol uses his legendary paintbrush, the Inkweaver, to create anime creatures that distract security. Team Reunion: After a chase, the Japanese group meets up with Meggy and Mario. They all get together to plan how to recover the weapons and convince Princess Peach to lift the ban. The Final Showdown: The episode culminates in a direct confrontation between Meggy's team and Desti's team. Desti proposes a wager: if Meggy wins a 1v1 duel, she will return her weapons; if she loses, Meggy must withdraw from the Splatfest. Victory and Betrayal: Meggy manages to win the duel, but at the end of the episode it is revealed that the conflict was a distraction orchestrated by the Anime Cartel (led by Francis), which sets the stage for the massive assault in "Mario Saves Anime".

In the episode "Meggy's Destiny: The Training" (also known as Meggy's Training), the focus shifts from the anime's political plot to Meggy's athletic training. Here are the key points: Meggy's Frustration: Meggy is obsessed with winning her last Splatfest before retiring. However, she's extremely frustrated because her team (Mario, Luigi, and Tari) doesn't take training seriously and makes absurd mistakes. The strict regime: Meggy puts her friends through extreme tests, including dangerous obstacles and target practice. Mario, true to form, prefers to eat spaghetti or get distracted, which provokes constant outbursts of anger from Meggy. Mario's intervention: Seeing Meggy on the verge of an emotional breakdown from the stress, Mario sets aside his silly attitude for a moment. He tries to cheer her up in his own way, reminding her that the team is there for her, even if they are incompetent. Tensions within the team: Tari and Luigi feel intimidated by Meggy's intensity, creating an emotional rift in the group just before the Anime Arc takes its darkest turn. Connection to the main plot: While this training is taking place, the groundwork is laid for the next step in Axol's plan: to use Meggy's ink (as an Inkling) to power up the Inkweaver and thus impress Princess Peach. This episode is crucial to understanding the emotional burden Meggy carries before being kidnapped by Francis in later episodes.

In the episode "The Japan Trip" (the fourth chapter of the anime arc), the action moves outside the Mushroom Kingdom as the group searches for a solution to the anime ban. The most important events are: Arrival in Japan: SMG4, Bob and Fishy Boopkins arrive in Japan (specifically Akihabara) escorting Saiko, who has returned to her homeland after being expelled from the kingdom by the new law. Encounter with Axol: While exploring the city, the group meets Axol, an axolotl who is the most famous manga artist in the world and author of the Nova Explorers series. Inkweaver Demonstration: Axol shows them his legendary brush, the Inkweaver, which has the power to bring any anime drawing he makes to life. Alliance Against the Ban: Upon learning that anime has been banned in the Mushroom Kingdom, Axol is deeply outraged. He feels it is his duty as an artist to restore peace for the fans ("weebs") and decides to join the group to travel back and convince Princess Peach to lift the ban. Meggy's subplot: While they're in Japan, the episode briefly shows Meggy's intensive training. She tries to prepare Mario, Luigi, and Tari for the Splatfest, but ends up exploding in frustration at her friends' lack of seriousness, leading to an emotional moment where Mario tries to comfort her with spaghetti. This episode is crucial because it introduces Axol, who would become one of the most important main characters in the series.

In the episode "The Japan Trip" (the fourth chapter of the anime arc), the action moves outside the Mushroom Kingdom as the group searches for a solution to the anime ban. The most important events are: Arrival in Japan: SMG4, Bob and Fishy Boopkins arrive in Japan (specifically Akihabara) escorting Saiko, who has returned to her homeland after being expelled from the kingdom by the new law. Encounter with Axol: While exploring the city, the group meets Axol, an axolotl who is the most famous manga artist in the world and author of the Nova Explorers series. Inkweaver Demonstration: Axol shows them his legendary brush, the Inkweaver, which has the power to bring any anime drawing he makes to life. Alliance Against the Ban: Upon learning that anime has been banned in the Mushroom Kingdom, Axol is deeply outraged. He feels it is his duty as an artist to restore peace for the fans ("weebs") and decides to join the group to travel back and convince Princess Peach to lift the ban. Meggy's subplot: While they're in Japan, the episode briefly shows Meggy's intensive training. She tries to prepare Mario, Luigi, and Tari for the Splatfest, but ends up exploding in frustration at her friends' lack of seriousness, leading to an emotional moment where Mario tries to comfort her with spaghetti. This episode is crucial because it introduces Axol, who would become one of the most important main characters in the series.

In the episode "Mario's Lemonade Stand" (part of the Anime Arc), Mario tries to resolve his financial problems after being recruited by the Anime Cartel. The main events are: Debt to the Cartel: Mario owes money to Francis (the cartel leader) for the merchandise destroyed in the previous episode. To avoid getting his knees broken, he decides to open a lemonade stand to raise funds. Secret ingredient: Mario doesn't have any real lemons, so he uses his own urine to make the "lemonade." Donkey Kong tries it and ends up feeling very ill. Business war with Jeeves: Jeeves, still seeking revenge on Mario for destroying his milk factory earlier, opens a Moo Moo Milk stand right next door to sabotage it. This sparks a business war involving bribery and sabotage. Tari's Help: While the rest of the group (SMG4, Bob, Boopkins, and Saiko) has traveled to Japan, Tari stays behind. Seeing him alone and in trouble, she decides to help Mario with his stall, though she's horrified to discover what the drink is made of. Meggy's Pursuit: Meanwhile, Meggy is furious because Mario missed his Splatfest training and relentlessly pursues him throughout the episode. Final consequence: Despite his efforts, the chaos and Meggy's intervention prevent Mario from raising enough money, which keeps him in debt to the Anime Cartel and increases the tension for the following episodes of the arc.

In the episode "Mario's Illegal Operation" (the second part of the Anime Arc), following the official ban on anime in the Mushroom Kingdom, the following key events occur: Creation of the ASS: Princess Peach establishes the Anime Secret Service (ASS), a force tasked with confiscating and destroying all anime. SMG4 initially joins this organization as second-in-command. The "Black Market": Desperate to get his anime back, Fishy Boopkins is contacted by Lemmy Koopa, who introduces him to the world of illegal smuggling. Mario Joins the Cartel: Mario and Boopkins discover that Bob now works for the Anime Cartel (secretly led by Francis). Mario starts working for them, transporting illegal merchandise in a truck to make quick money. Ambush and Arrest: During a delivery, the ASS (with Chris and Swagmaster as lieutenants) sets a trap for them. Mario is arrested, but manages to escape by taking SMG4 hostage using an anime toy. Saiko's Exile: The group discovers that the ban is so strict that even real anime characters, like Saiko Bichitaru, are in danger of being expelled or arrested. Faced with this, Francis asks Mario to escort Saiko out of the kingdom. Mission to Japan: Realizing they're after her friend, SMG4 deserts the ASS. The group decides to travel to Japan to find a way to overturn the ban, while Mario stays behind to complete a "dangerous mission" for Francis: retrieve his inhaler and pay off the cartel's debt.

The competition begins: Bob and Fishy Boopkins decide to hold a contest to determine who is the most "anime." Mario joins the challenge mainly to avoid Meggy's intense training for the upcoming Splatfest. The challenges: With Tari as judge, the three participate in a series of themed challenges: Running like Naruto: Mario wins by using clones of himself to beat Bob. Love confession: They try to confess their love to Tari in anime style, which turns out to be awkward; Mario ends up "giving" her a kidnapped Hideo Kojima. Screaming like Goku: They compete by screaming in a park, scaring passersby, until Mario's head explodes from the effort. Other challenges: These also include speaking Japanese and winning an anime argument. The final battle and destruction: The contest culminates in an epic anime-style fight. Bob launches a powerful Kamehameha at Mario, but misses and ends up destroying Princess Peach's Castle. The consequence: Due to the devastation caused by the challenge, Princess Peach becomes enraged and declares anime illegal throughout the Mushroom Kingdom, thus beginning the persecution of this content and the main plot of the arc.

These are the main events of the SMG4 Anime Arc, from the beginning in "Mario and the Anime Challenge" to the resolution of the ban in "Mario Saves Anime": The Anime Challenge: Mario, Bob, and Boopkins take on a series of anime-style challenges (like running like Naruto or yelling like Goku). The destruction caused during these challenges leads Princess Peach to officially ban anime in the Mushroom Kingdom. The Formation of the ASS: The Anime Secret Service (ASS) is created to confiscate any anime-related material and persecute "weebs". Illegal Operations and Debt: Mario and Boopkins try to obtain anime illegally. To pay off a debt to the "Anime Cartel," Mario opens a lemonade stand, which ends up involving them in conflicts with local gangs. Trip to Japan and Encounter with Axol: SMG4, Bob, and Boopkins travel to Japan escorting Saiko. There they meet Axol, a famous manga artist who owns the Inkweaver, a brush capable of bringing drawings to life. Meggy's Training: Meanwhile, Meggy tries to train Mario, Luigi, and Tari for the Splatfest, but is frustrated by her friends' lack of seriousness. The Plan to Lift the Ban: Axol decides to help the group convince Peach that anime isn't bad. To power up her Inkweaver, Meggy agrees to donate some of her Inkling ink. Castle Invasion (Mario Saves Anime): The team organizes a massive assault on Peach's Castle to outwit the ASS agents. The Musical and the End of the Ban: Once in the throne room, Axol and Boopkins present a musical number that moves Peach. The princess admits that anime can be good, lifts the ban, and disbands the ASS.