What is Mario's Religion?

The video explores religious themes in the Mario universe, focusing on star worship as a state religion in the Mushroom Kingdom. It compares Mario's religious imagery to other games like Zelda and discusses the concept of stars as kami, akin to Shinto beliefs. The video also examines rituals, spirit possession, and the intertwining of religion and politics in Mario's world, presenting a thought experiment on understanding Mario's universe through historical analysis.

How does the text illustrate the idea of spirit possession in the Mushroom Kingdom?

What role do the Star Spirits play in Mario's abilities according to the text?

What is the significance of the concept of 'wish stars' in the context of Mario's religious practices?

How does the text describe the relationship between religion and politics in the Mushroom Kingdom?