This is a collaboration techo with the SUPER Famicom™ game “MOTHER 2: Gyiyg Strikes Back!” (EarthBound in North America, released by Nintendo Co., Ltd. in 1994), for which Shigesato Itoi was the game designer. This HON book’s cover features clay figurines specially made for use in the official MOTHER 2 guidebook. The background of the design has vibrant color blocks for a pop-culture vibe.
These figurines were made back when MOTHER 2 was released in 1994. The design uses a photograph of the clay figurines for the main character Ness alongside Paula, Jeff, Mr. Saturn, Ness’s loyal dog King, and a Starman. The photo has been unedited so you can enjoy seeing the figurines in their natural state, including all the wear and tear that has happened over time.
The back of the book cover includes more clay figurines for not only Poo and Pokey, but other popular characters such as Dr. Andonuts, Bubble Monkey, and the Mach Pizza Guy. Foil-pressed in white near the bottom are the logos for MOTHER 2 and Hobonichi.
The book spine also includes some prints of the figurines so you can see the character’s faces when your techo is on the bookshelf and feel joy at the sight of them.
This HON comes with a set of Mr. Saturn paper clips as a special bonus: one “In disguise.” and one “Boing.” The designs are printed on both the back and the front.
The Mr. Saturn pixel art clip has dotted lines on it. If you clip it to your techo or a note, it can provide a guide so Mr. Saturn can peek over the top.
This cover design allows everyone to spend the next year alongside the beloved characters of MOTHER 2 over 30 years after its initial release.
The bookbinding on the HON has thread-stitch binding similar to the Hobonichi Techo books, so it opens 180 degrees onto the table. It stays flat even if you don’t hold it down.
