The Bottom of the Well (Japanese: 井戸の下 Bottom of the Well) is the smallest room of the mansion in the first game, though it technically is not part of the mansion itself; it is cleared by Luigi in the third area.
Story[]
Following the Toad's advice, Luigi dropped down to the Bottom of the Well via a conveniently placed ladder. East was the only way to go, so Luigi explored. At the end of the short room, Luigi peered through the mouth of a stone lion into a sparkling room that looked quite religious. The room was golden and sparkling and didn't look too run-down and dreary as the rest of the Mansion. It was then Luigi noticed a painting mounted on the far wall. To his horror, inside the painting, he sees his brother, trapped inside, pounding on the frame for help! Luigi tried to reach out for his brother, but it was no use. He would have to find a way into that room. Turning back, the dejected plumber came face to face with a Ceiling Surprise. Luigi put the ghost in the dust bag of his vacuum and procured the Key to the Rec Room. Luigi climbed up the ladder back into the Courtyard and used his new Key to enter the Rec Room, where an optional portrait ghost resides.
The Bottom of the Well contains nothing except a few loose rocks and a lantern as a light source. The previously mentioned ladder is the only way in or out.
Ghosts differences[]
| Ghost Normal Mansion | Ghost Hidden Mansion PAL and 3DS |
|---|---|
| 1 Ceiling Surprise | 1 Purple Bomber |
Names in Other Languages[]
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese | 井戸の下 Ido no shita |
Under the well |
| Spanish | El fondo del pozo | The bottom of the well |
Trivia[]
- "Bottom of the Well" is another name given to a dungeon found in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time video game.
- While listening closely outside the well, one can hear Mario calling out, "Hey Luigi! What's the holdup?" This voice line is also present in the 3DS remake.
- If Luigi enters the Bottom of the Well during the blackout, he can see Mario again through the statue, but King Boo will be absent. The chandeliers in the Secret Altar will also be off.
