Now it all makes sense!

[conuly]

I finally understand why, when Mario gets a leaf, he turns into a flying raccoon. (The short answer is that he doesn't.)

Oh, and I also now understand those really weird icons. I'm not so sure I *wanted* to understand those, but it's nice to know stuff.

Edit: More information is here. There was both a raccoon and a tanooki Mario in that game, but they were both based off of the same critter.

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Heisei Tanuki Gassen Ponpoko

[prezzey.livejournal.com]

I'm surprised it hasn't been recommended yet... watch Pon Poko if you can, it's a tanuki must!!
http://www.animenfo.com/animetitle,533,fvfmrv,pom_poko.html