Episode 8: The Red Coin Fish

Follow our guide to grab the Shine Sprite in Episode 8: The Red Coin Fish on Noki Bay in Super Mario Sunshine. Learn how to collect all the coins!

Alright, so you've made it to Episode 8 of Noki Bay in Super Mario Sunshine! This one's called 'The Red Coin Fish,' and it's all about diving deep. To get here, you'll need to have collected at least 20 Shines back in Delfino Plaza. Then, head to the Shine Gate in Noki Bay and look into the sun – that's your cue!

Once you arrive, you'll get that handy diving helmet again. Your first stop is the top of the area to chat with the elder. Use the rope to zip up there – it's way faster than climbing! The elder will tell you the Noki people have a treasure for you. When you're all set, take a leap into the waterfall. It'll whisk you away to the seafloor where the real challenge begins.

Down here, you'll see a giant fish made of Gold and Red Coins swimming around. Your main goal is to collect all the Red Coins. There's no super-secret trick to it, just keep an eye on your health. Grab a Gold Coin if you're running low on life. Sometimes, this Red Coin Fish will split into pieces, scattering the coins. Don't chase after it when it does this! Just hang tight for a few seconds, and it'll reform. Once you've snagged all the Red Coins, head to the bottom of the area to claim your Shine Sprite. Easy peasy!