Nintendo Announces Wario and Waluigi Are Canonically Surnamed the Mangione Brothers

In a shocking twist that has left fans both bewildered and amused, Nintendo has officially announced that the beloved mischief-makers Wario and Waluigi are canonically surnamed the Mangioni brothers. This revelation comes after decades of speculation about the true origins of the mustachioed duo.

This concurs with the retconning of Waluigi’s previously canon birth name, Jimmy Poppadopolos. “We realized that the name Jimmy Poppadopolos didn’t quite capture the essence of Waluigi’s character,” Miyamoto explained. “The Mangione brothers’ story is much more fitting for their personalities and their love for chaos.”

“We felt it was time to give Wario and Waluigi the backstory they deserve,” said Shigeru Miyamoto, the legendary game designer behind the Mario franchise. “The Mangione brothers have a rich history of mischief and mayhem that perfectly explains their antics in the Mushroom Kingdom.”

According to the newly released lore, the Mangione brothers hail from a small, obscure town known for its garlic festivals and competitive mustache grooming contests. “Their love for garlic and their impressive facial hair are now officially part of their heritage,” Miyamoto added with a chuckle.

Fans have taken to social media to express their reactions, with hashtags like #MangioneBrothers and #GarlicHeritage trending worldwide. Some fans are thrilled with the new backstory, while others are left scratching their heads. “I always thought they were just evil versions of Mario and Luigi,” tweeted one confused fan. “But now they’re the Mangione brothers? This changes everything!”

In true Nintendo fashion, the company has also announced a new game to celebrate the Mangione brothers' newfound identity. Titled “Wario & Waluigi: Mangioni Mayhem,” the game promises to take players on a wild adventure through the brothers' hometown, complete with garlic-eating contests, mustache battles, and plenty of chaotic hijinks.

“We can’t wait for fans to experience the Mangione brothers' story firsthand,” said Miyamoto. “It’s going to be a wild ride, and we hope everyone enjoys this new chapter in the Mario universe.”

As the gaming community continues to buzz with excitement and confusion, one thing is certain: the Mangione brothers are here to stay, and their legacy of chaos is only just beginning.