Painting the Town Red

When a toad is found dead in the twilight, the Mario gang come together to investigate. However, one among them has brought them together for a purpose, and the question is asked. Who lives? Who dies? Who's playing the game?

Author's Note:
This story is my actually first completed story, but has sadly been abandoned. It's my first one to break 1k views, so thank you everyone for your support! I hope you still enjoy some of my earliest writing!