The (also known as in Japan and Europe or in Japan) are a fictional group of seven childlike characters in the "Mario" video game franchise by Nintendo. Their individual names are Larry Koopa, Roy Koopa, Lemmy Koopa, Wendy O. Koopa, Iggy Koopa, Morton Koopa Jr., and Ludwig von Koopa. Originally depicted as the children of the series antagonist Bowser, they first appeared as boss characters in the 1988 game "Super Mario Bros. 3". They have since appeared in subsequent "Super Mario" games and spin-off "Mario" games.