Embark on an epic adventure with Mario in Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door! This comprehensive guide provides a detailed walkthrough for every chapter and level of the game, ensuring you collect all Crystal Stars and conquer the challenges that await. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned player, this guide will navigate you through Rogueport and beyond, unveiling the secrets of the Thousand-Year Door.
Paper Mario TTYD Chapter Walkthroughs
| Paper Mario TTYD Chapters |
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| Prologue: A Rogue’s Welcome |
| Chapter 1: Castle and Dragon |
| Chapter 5: The Key to Pirates |
Click on any chapter above to jump directly to its walkthrough!
Detailed Chapter Walkthroughs
| Paper Mario TTYD Chapters |
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| Chapter 2: The Great Boggly Tree |
| Chapter 3: Of Glitz and Glory |
| Chapter 8: The Thousand-Year Door |
| Post Game Content Guide |
Prologue: A Rogue’s Welcome
The Prologue serves as the perfect introduction to the captivating story and core game mechanics of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. Set in the intriguing town of Rogueport, you’ll encounter your first loyal party member, Goombella. Professor Frankly will guide you through the game’s unique battle system.
Mario obtains the crucial map, and your quest to locate all the mystical Crystal Stars begins at the enigmatic Thousand-Year Door, hidden deep within the Rogueport Sewers. Simultaneously, Princess Peach faces peril as she is kidnapped by the sinister Grodus, his loyal subordinate Lord Crump, and the formidable X-Nauts.
| Partner Obtained | Prologue Collectibles |
|---|---|
| Goombella | Star Pieces: x6 |
| Shine Sprites: x0 |
Prologue: A Rogue’s Welcome Walkthrough
Chapter 1: Castle and Dragon
Mario and Goombella journey to the serene Petal Meadows and the charming town of Petalburg in their quest for the Diamond Star, rumored to be hidden within Hooktail Castle. Here, they encounter and recruit Koops, a courageous Koopa Troopa, to their growing team.
| Partner Obtained | Chapter 1 Collectibles |
|---|---|
| Koops | Star Pieces: x15 |
| Shine Sprites: x4 |
Chapter 1: Castle and Dragon Walkthrough
Chapter 2: The Great Boggly Tree
Following the trail of the Crystal Stars, Mario and his team venture into the lush Boggly Woods, discovering that the next Crystal Star lies within The Great Tree. They soon learn of the plight of the tree’s inhabitants, the Punies, who have been captured by the menacing Jabbies and the X-Nauts.
Punio, a brave Punie, implores Mario for assistance. The team welcomes the glamorous Madame Flurrie to their ranks and delves into the depths of the Great Tree to secure the Emerald Star.
| Partner Obtained | Chapter 2 Collectibles |
|---|---|
| Madame Flurrie | Star Pieces: x25 |
| Shine Sprites: x5 |
Chapter 2: The Great Boggly Tree Walkthrough
Chapter 3: Of Glitz and Glory
Mario and his companions uncover the location of the next Crystal Star within the Glitz Pit, a thrilling fighting arena situated in a sky-high floating town. After lending a hand to Don Pianta, the team gains access to this new area via a blimp.
Upon arrival, they discover that the coveted Gold Star is in the possession of the reigning champion, Rawk Hawk. Mario bravely enters the Glitz Pit tournament, battling his way up the ranks to challenge Rawk Hawk. Along the way, a charming baby Yoshi joins the team, adding to their strength.
The truth is revealed: the Gold Star is being exploited by Grubba, the Glitz Pit’s manager, to maintain his youth. After a decisive confrontation and victory against Grubba, Mario claims the Crystal Star.
| Partner Obtained | Chapter 3 Collectibles |
|---|---|
| Yoshi | Star Pieces: x13 |
| Shine Sprites: x6 |
Chapter 3: Of Glitz and Glory Walkthrough
Chapter 4: For Pigs the Bell Tolls
Mario‘s quest leads him to the next Crystal Star, located at the ominous Creepy Steeple, situated beyond the shadowy Twilight Town. Upon reaching the town, the team discovers it is cursed by the mischievous Doopliss, who temporarily steals Mario’s body during an initial encounter.
Mario, now bodiless, returns to Twilight Town and encounters Vivian, a member of the Shadow Sirens whom he previously battled. Vivian, seeking redemption, joins Mario’s team. Together, Mario confronts Doopliss once more, defeats the spectral menace, and retrieves the Ruby Star after the hard-fought victory.
| Partner(s) Obtained | Chapter 4 Collectibles |
|---|---|
| Vivian | Ms. Mowz (Optional) |
| Star Pieces: x6 |
Chapter 4: For Pigs the Bell Tolls Walkthrough
Chapter 5: The Key to Pirates
The pursuit of the Crystal Stars leads Mario to the Pirate’s Grotto, nestled within the islands of Keelhaul Key. To navigate these treacherous waters, Mario seeks the expertise of the salty Admiral Bobbery, who willingly joins the team.
Exploration of Keelhaul Key unveils the long-lost Black Skull pirate ship, where the Sapphire Star is fiercely guarded by the spectral pirate lord, Cortez. After a thrilling battle and vanquishing Cortez, Mario and his crew claim their fifth Crystal Star.
| Partner Obtained | Chapter 5 Collectibles |
|---|---|
| Admiral Bobbery Partner Icon from Paper Mario TTYD RemakeAdmiral Bobbery | Star Pieces: x12 |
| Star Pieces: x11 |
Chapter 5: The Key to Pirates Walkthrough
Chapter 6: 3 Days of Excess
Mario and the team’s pursuit of Crystal Stars leads them to Poshley Sanctum, located in the opulent town of Poshley Heights. Enlisting the assistance of Don Pianta once more, the team boards the luxurious Excess Express.
Mysteries unfold aboard the train, and a fellow passenger named Pennington seeks Mario‘s detective skills to investigate. Their investigation reveals the recurring villain Doopliss is behind the unsettling events, but he manages to escape upon their arrival at Riverside Station.
The Excess Express is then attacked by ravenous Smorgs, which the team bravely defeats, allowing the train to proceed to its destination. Reaching Poshley Sanctum, Pennington aids Mario in acquiring the Garnet Star.
| Chapter 6 Collectibles |
|---|
| Star Pieces: x11 |
Chapter 6: 3 Days of Excess Walkthrough
Chapter 7: Mario Shoots the Moon
Mario and his team receive crucial information from Princess Peach: the final Crystal Star is located on the Moon! Undeterred, the team journeys to Fahr Outpost, where they are launched from a cannon towards the lunar surface, directly towards the X-Naut Fortress.
Mario confronts the X-Naut forces within their fortress and successfully obtains the last Crystal Star, completing his collection. A series of dramatic events culminates in the team using the combined power of all Crystal Stars to finally open the legendary Thousand-Year Door.
| Chapter 7 Collectibles |
|---|
| Star Pieces: x9 |
Chapter 7: Mario Shoots the Moon Walkthrough
Chapter 8: The Thousand-Year Door
The moment arrives! Mario and his intrepid team unlock the Thousand-Year Door and step into the foreboding Palace of Shadow, a dungeon teeming with formidable foes.
Venturing deep within the palace, they finally face the mastermind, Sir Grodus. Grodus reveals the true, terrifying treasure hidden beyond the Thousand-Year Door: an ancient and malevolent demon known as the Shadow Queen. The Shadow Queen intends to plunge the world into darkness, but the combined power of the Crystal Stars awakens, empowering Mario and his allies for the ultimate battle against the game’s final boss.
Chapter 8: The Thousand-Year Door Walkthrough
Paper Mario TTYD Intermission Levels
Peach Intermissions
Between the main chapters of Mario’s adventure, you’ll step into the shoes of Princess Peach, who has been abducted and held captive in the X-Naut Fortress on the Moon. During these engaging intermission levels, Peach uncovers the secrets of the X-Nauts and their sinister plans with the help of TEC, a highly intelligent supercomputer.
Bowser Intermissions
Adding a humorous twist, you’ll also experience Bowser intermission levels between chapters. Here, Bowser comically chases after Mario as he seeks to collect the Crystal Stars for himself. These levels playfully mimic the classic side-scrolling platforming of traditional Mario games, but with you in control of the King of the Koopas!
All Bowser Intermission Levels
Paper Mario TTYD Trouble Center
Trouble Side Quests
The Trouble Center, a hub for side quests, is located on the east side of Rogueport. After completing the Prologue, you can accept various side quests from Rogueport residents, earning valuable rewards upon completion.
As you progress through the main story chapters, even more troubles will become available, extending your adventure beyond the main storyline.
List of Trouble Center Requests
How Many Chapters Does Paper Mario TTYD Have?
9 Chapters in Total
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door features a total of nine chapters, encompassing the Prologue and eight main story chapters that guide you from the game’s beginning to its grand finale.
30 Troubles
For completionists, there are 30 Trouble side quests to tackle at the Trouble Center. New troubles unlock as you advance through the game’s chapters, providing hours of extra gameplay.
All Collectibles
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (TTYD) is brimming with collectibles for dedicated players to discover. These include hidden Star Pieces, elusive Shine Sprites, invisible Blocks, rewarding Treasure Chests, and the pivotal [Crystal Stars](/games/Paper-Mario-The-Thousand-Year-Door/archives/454098] themselves!
All Collectible Locations
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| Blocks |
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