Toad

Resident of the Mushroom Kingdom

Resident of the Mushroom Kingdom serving Princess Peach, with multiple individuals imprisoned in castles across each world. Active as Mario's support role in the Mario series.

Quotes

  • Toad, I'll help with full power!
  • Protecting Princess Peach is our mission!
  • We are the pride of the Mushroom Kingdom!
  • If danger approaches, scatter spores and counterattack!
  • Captain, follow me!

Trivia

  • Toad is not an individual name but the species name of the Toad tribe.
  • Numerous cap colors exist, representing individuality.
  • Starred as protagonist for the first time in Wario's Woods.
  • Multiple voice actors exist depending on the work.
  • Captain Toad has a setting where he cannot jump.
  • Also appears as Dr. Oya-Mā's assistant.

Alternate names

Toad Toad tribe Toad-kun Kinopiko

Tags

Mushroom Kingdom Nintendo Mario series Toads Princess Peach Game character Sports games Voice actors Derivative characters Exploration squad

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Profile

Species
Toad

Appearance

Overall appearance
Small build with a large mushroom cap on the head. The cap color is white with red spots as standard, but multi-color variants exist such as blue, purple, lime green, and pink. Females sometimes have long hair.
Height
Short
Weight
Lightweight class
Eye color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Large mushroom cap
  • White base with red spots (standard)
  • Multi-colored cap variations
Iconic items
  • Mushroom cap
  • Backpack (Captain Toad)
  • Headlamp (Captain Toad)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind-hearted
Detailed personality
Generally kind and supports Mario, but often panics and flusters in crisis situations. Also active as a guide-like presence.
Keywords
  • Support
  • Loyalty
  • Devoted
  • Somewhat timid
  • Energetic
  • Curious
Talents
  • Quick movements
  • Lightweight and agile
  • Excellent lifting strength (Super Mario USA)
  • Versatility in various occupations
Skills
  • Jumping
  • Guiding
  • Power-up usage
  • Combat support
Motivation
Protecting Princess Peach and maintaining peace in the Mushroom Kingdom
Habits
Habit of panicking when Princess Peach is kidnapped
Favorite foods
Super Mushroom
Favorite colors
Red, Blue, Green, Lime green, Pink
Hobbies
Adventure, Exploration
Disliked situations
Danger, Being kidnapped

History

Backstory
General term for the humanoid Toads of the Mushroom Kingdom; not an individual name but a species name. Often appears as Princess Peach's guards or Dr. Oya-Mā's assistant. First appeared in Super Mario Bros. released in 1985.
Debut date
September 13, 1985
Work title
Super Mario Bros.
Media type
Game

First appearance

Significant event
First appearance
Description
Appeared imprisoned in the castles of each world in Super Mario Bros.

Playable character

Significant event
Playable character
Description
Became one of the player characters in Super Mario USA (1988) in North America.

First starring role

Significant event
First starring role
Description
First served as protagonist in Wario's Woods (1994).

Voice debut

Significant event
Voice debut
Description
Voiced for the first time in Mario Kart 64 (1996); Japanese version voiced by Tomoko Maruno.

Captain Toad debut

Significant event
Captain Toad debut
Description
Appeared in Super Mario Galaxy (2007); protagonist in Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (2014).

Relationships

Kinopiko

Comrade and idol-like figure.

Captain Toad

Leader of the exploration squad and mentor figure.

Grandpa Toad

One of the elders and guiding role.

Mario

Ally

Always assists in rescuing Princess Peach; reliable ally who collaborates.

Luigi

Ally

Works together to maintain peace in the Mushroom Kingdom.

Princess Peach

Servant

Serves mainly as lady-in-waiting or guard, but also requires assistance themselves.

Toad Exploration Squad

Toad Exploration Squad: leader

Toads

Toads: unknown

Media appearances

Super Mario Bros.

Game / Supporting

1985

Super Mario USA

Game / Protagonist

1988

Wario's Woods

Game / Protagonist

1994

Mario Kart 64

Game / Supporting

1996

Super Mario 3D World

Game / Supporting

Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker

Game / Protagonist

2014

Super Mario Bros.: The Great Mission to Rescue Princess Peach!

Anime / Supporting

The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Movie / Supporting

2023

Voice cast and creators

Yuriko Yamamoto

Voice actor
Yuriko Yamamoto
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Anime film version

Hiroko Emori

Voice actor
Hiroko Emori
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Anime film version

Miyako Endo

Voice actor
Miyako Endo
Language
Japanese
Version or series
OVA

Tomoko Maruno

Voice actor
Tomoko Maruno
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Mario Kart 64, Japanese version

Tomokazu Seki

Voice actor
Tomokazu Seki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
The Super Mario Bros. Movie special Japanese version

Jen Taylor

Voice actor
Jen Taylor
Language
English
Version or series
Mario Golf 64 and later

Samantha Kelly

Voice actor
Samantha Kelly
Language
English
Version or series
Mario Party 8 and later

Keegan-Michael Key

Voice actor
Keegan-Michael Key
Language
English
Version or series
The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Nintendo

Creator name
Nintendo
Role
Original author

Shigeru Miyamoto

Creator name
Shigeru Miyamoto
Role
Character designer

Nintendo

Creator name
Nintendo
Role
Publisher

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Toad plush toy

Item name
Toad plush toy
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

Toad figure

Item name
Toad figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Toad stationery set

Item name
Toad stationery set
Category
Stationery
Availability
Limited

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