[Yeees, stroke his ego. He likes that. Fans! Actual fans that don't go around spazzing about Mario. Gwa ha ha ha!]

It's not just cool. It's downright awesome! Believe me, it's not everyday you get to meet a superstar like me. Normally there'd be a huge line wrapped around my castle!

[Probably an exaggeration, but shh. Let him have his moment.]