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Goombas
...are one of the major species of Mushroom World, and are among Mario's most persistent foes. They first appeared in the game Super Mario Bros., and have been a common enemy ever since. Goombas resemble small, brown mushrooms, and are a fungus-based species like Toads, Amanitas, Spooks, and Shroobs. Goombas are physically weak, and aren't much of a threat to adventurers (although a number of powerful Goomba sub-species have emerged throughout the years). The Goombas, as a collective race, used to be allied with the Mushroom Kingdom. However, the Goombas turned traitor and joined the Koopa Troop, an organization led by King Bowser. While a vast majority of Goombas allied themselves with the Koopa king, many others became independent thieves or even formed peaceful Goomba communities. (more...)