Shy Guys are recurring enemies in the Mario franchise and are common foes for Yoshi and his Yoshis to face. Despite this, there are times where they have been allies to Mario and Luigi. They are also good friends with Birdo.
Personality[]
Shy Guys are exactly what their names describe them as; they are shy, which is why they hide their faces behind masks and hide under red robes. Despite being too shy to show their face or appearance, they aren't shy to show off their skills when it comes to sports, kart racing and other events. It is mentioned when it comes to sports or other events that they actually like to show off their skills. They are also not very malicious and will fight for the greater good if a big threat comes around.
Heroic acts[]
In Mario Party 4, he Toad, Goomba a member of the Koopa Troopas and Boo host the party mode where they make sure the hero's have a fun time at the party.
In Paper Mario: The Origami King, he helps rescue Paper Mario, Paper Bowser, and Olivia from Peach's Castle while it is being covered with streamers. In Mario party Advance, After the player brings him coal he gives him the Cake Maker Gaddget in return to help stop Bowser and Koopa Kid.
In Mario Super Star Baseball, he is part of Yoshi and Birdo's team and helps them defeat Bowser in his castle with help from Baby Mario and Baby Luigi (who are also on his team).
In Mario Super Sluggers, he is on Yoshi's team again and offers to join Mario and the hero's to stop Bowser and Bowser Jr.'s take over of Baseball island. After Bowser is beaten the Shy Guy runs up to Mario and congratulates him. In the ending he is seen attending the party allowing Bowser to come in spite of his earlier crimes.
In Mario and Sonic at the Winter Olympics, he runs the challenges Mario and Sonic must take part in. When they complete the challenge he gives them a gemstone which allows them to move on and stop Bowser and Eggman.
In Mario and Luigi, Bowser's Inside Story, Shy Guys can be freed by Bowser causing him to use them in battle against Fawful's forces.
In Mario Party 8, he encourages the player to help find Holly Koopa's stolen candy.
