Mario and Mallow brave the maze-like Kero Sewers, battle the hungry Belome, and make a thrilling escape down Midas River. At Tadpole Pond, the Frog Sage reveals the truth about Mallow’s mysterious past and sends the pair toward Rose Town. Once there, they discover the townspeople frozen by strange arrows and meet Gaz, an enthusiastic Mario fan whose favorite doll appears to have come to life. The journey continues as Mario follows the mysterious Geno into the Forest Maze.