The Goomba Stomp

    By austin dang

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    30 Mar, 2024

    a nintendo game character is flying over a brick wall and a city with red lanterns above it and a sky background, a 3D render, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, 2 d game art

    Mario, the brave plumber, was on a quest to rescue Princess Peach from the clutches of the evil Bowser. His journey was fraught with danger, including the pesky Goombas.

    a cartoon of a man in a red suit and a green pipe with a green hose attached to it, concept art, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, official art

    A Goomba appeared from behind a green pipe, its teeth bared and eyes glowing with malice. Mario knew he had to stomp it to continue his journey.

    a man kneeling in a field of mushrooms with a mario mushroom in the background and a castle in the distance, concept art, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, rossdraws global illumination

    Mario approached the platform cautiously, watching the Goomba's movements. Timing was crucial in stomping a Goomba.

    a cartoon of a man walking across a bridge over a forest filled with mushrooms and mushrooms on a sunny day, concept art, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, official art

    As the Goomba turned its back, Mario sprinted towards it, leapt high into the air, and positioned himself right above the creature.

    a cartoon of a man in a red suit and a backpack running through a city with smoke and bombs, a comic book panel, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, official art

    Mario focused on his target, ready to stomp. He knew that a perfect stomp would take out the Goomba instantly.

    a cartoon of a man in overalls and a red hat jumping over a pile of rubble with smoke coming out of the stacks, a comic book panel, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, official art

    With a decisive movement, Mario extended his legs and stomped hard on the Goomba. The creature squashed flat, disappearing in a puff of smoke.

    a cartoon of a mario in a red shirt and overalls standing in a city street with a brick wall, a comic book panel, Americo Makk, sots art, official art

    Mario landed back on the platform, victorious. The Goomba was no more, and he could continue his journey.

    a nintendo wii game character jumping over a brick wall with blocks in the background and a sky background with clouds, a 3D render, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, official art

    Mario continued on, leaping over pits and smashing blocks. He knew that more Goombas awaited him, but he was ready.

    a cartoon of mario and princess peach running towards a castle with a castle in the background and a person in a pink dress, concept art, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, official art

    Mario knew that Princess Peach was waiting for him in Bowser's castle. He had to get there, stomping any Goomba that got in his way.

    a cartoon of a mario running across a field with a castle in the background and a mushroom on the ground, a detailed matte painting, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, official art

    With the knowledge of how to stomp a Goomba now under his belt, Mario felt confident. He was determined to save the princess and restore peace to the Mushroom Kingdom.

    a cartoon of a princess standing in front of a castle with a castle in the background and a pink dress, concept art, Alice Prin, sots art, official art

    Mario pressed on, his resolve unwavering. The journey was tough, but he was tougher. He had a princess to save.

    a cartoon character is standing in front of a castle with a pink outfit and hat on and a pink castle in the background, concept art, Chris LaBrooy, sots art, official art

    With each successful Goomba stomp, Mario was one step closer to his goal. He would not stop until Princess Peach was safe, and the Mushroom Kingdom was free of Bowser's tyranny.