Yoshi, also known as Yoshi the Dinosaur, is an iconic character from the Mario universe, created by Nintendo. He first debuted in the 1990 game Super Mario World and has since become a fan favorite character.
Known for its cute appearance and unique abilities, Yoshi has some interesting trivia that can surprise even the most dedicated gamers. In this article from Coliseu Geek, let's explore some fun facts about Yoshi that you may not know.
The inspiration behind Yoshi's design
Yoshi's design was inspired by a combination of various creatures. The character's creator, Shigefumi Hino, said it was based on a mixture of a dinosaur, a dragon and a horse. This combination resulted in its distinctive appearance, with large eyes and a long tongue.
Yoshi's full name
Although widely known as Yoshi, the character has an official full name: T. Yoshisaur Munchakoopas. This name was revealed in an official Nintendo strategy guide for Super Mario World. However, the full name is rarely used in games.
Yoshi's variety of colors
Yoshi is known for its variety of colors. In addition to the classic green color, it can also be found in several other colors such as red, blue, yellow, purple and even black and white. Each color represents a different Yoshi with similar abilities, but with subtle variations.
Yoshi as the main character
Although Yoshi is best known as Mario's sidekick, he has also starred in several games where he is the main character. Games like “Yoshi's Island”, “Yoshi's Story” and “Yoshi's Woolly World” put the yoshi in the spotlight, providing a unique gaming experience.
Yoshi's sticky tongue
One of Yoshi's most distinctive abilities is his sticky tongue. He can extend his tongue to grab enemies and swallow them, turning them into eggs or using them as projectiles. This ability allowed Yoshi to stand out from other characters and bring unique gameplay mechanics.
Yoshi and the world of dinosaurs
Despite its resemblance to a dinosaur, Yoshi is not technically a dinosaur. In interviews, Mario's creators have stated that Yoshi is part of a fictional species called "Yoshi", which inhabits Yoshi Island. However, its appearance was clearly inspired by dinosaurs.
Yoshi's signature sound
The peculiar sound Yoshi makes when jumping and eating enemies also has an interesting origin. The sound was created through a combination of human voice recordings, including the voice of Nintendo's own sound director, Kazumi Totaka.
