The Mario family is one of the Italian families that are in the the Pizono {Pie-zon-o}family mob. Perhaps this explains the relation to Dr.Mario? Could he be a cousin to the famouse brothers? Mabe in the future Mario and Luigi will apear in black and brown trenchcoats and hats weilding tommy-guns fighting in a Max Payne style game. Although this could probibaly only happen over the dead body of Shigeru Myamotto (or however you spell his name) wich in turn would roll over in his gave (assuming he will be buryed).This has been something to ponder, Goodnight.