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Follow this guide to collect the first Pure Heart in Super Paper Mario, navigate Flipside, and learn how to use the Return Pipe to save your progress.

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Follow this guide to collect the first Pure Heart in Super Paper Mario, navigate Flipside, and learn how to use the Return Pipe to save your progress.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    After arriving in Flipside and speaking with Tippi, you'll meet Merlon.
  2. 2
    Merlon will explain the situation and give you the first Pure Heart.
  3. 3
    After receiving the Pure Heart, Tippi will guide you to an elevator. Take it down to the town area.
  4. 4
    Save your game at the Save Block.
  5. 5
    Follow Tippi east until you reach another elevator. Take it up to the higher area.
  6. 6
    Head west until you find the Heart Pillar.
  7. 7
    Press Up when near the Heart Pillar to reveal a door.
  8. 8
    Return to Merlon. Save your game again.
  9. 9
    Merlon will give you a Return Pipe, a crucial item for exiting areas and returning to Flipside.
  10. 10
    Head through the newly revealed door to begin the first chapter.

Tips:

  • The Return Pipe is essential for escaping tough situations, healing, and stocking up on items without losing progress.
  • Remember to use the Heart Pillar after collecting each Pure Heart to reveal the path forward.
  • The game primarily uses the Wii Remote held sideways.

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