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During the events of ''[[Paper Mario]]'', Monty Moles appear at [[Mt. Rugged]], where they either pop halfway out of the ground and throw rocks at Mario, or pop all the way out and chase him. In battle, they are always found halfway underground and attack Mario by throwing rocks at him. In one of the walls of the mountain, there is a Monty Mole-shaped hole, through which an endless stream of moles can pop out. Stronger, [[Monty Mole (Flower Fields)|green Monty Moles]] can also be found in [[Flower Fields]]. They are also known as "Monty Moles"; however, the Japanese version of the game gave them a different name from the regular Monty Moles, suggesting that they are a unique variant.

Monty Moles reappear in ''[[Paper Mario: The Origami King]]'' where, unlike the first ''Paper Mario'', Monty Moles act as friendly NPCs rather than enemies. An unnamed [[Monty Mole auctioneer]] appears in [[Overlook Mountain]], where he sells one of the [[shell stone]]s. Multiple Monty Moles appear as NPCs in [[Breezy Tunnel]], giving the player dialogue (and sometimes an item). According to the Monty Moles, Breezy Tunnel is the workplace for them to find valuables to sell to [[Bowser]]. The Monty Moles also confuse [[Olivia]] for a female bee. A Monty Mole also confirms that they do not support bee bullying, as one scolded [[Mario]] for making the Olivia (who they through was a bee girl) cry (though they later forgave him after he made her happy). Breezy Tunnel also has a shop with a [[Fun, Funky, and Functional Monty Mole]] as well as a regular one. A [[Toad mechanic]] as well as his two Monty Mole assistants help give repairs to the [[Super Marino]]. In the alternate textures for [[Paper Mistake Buzzy Beetle]], it is shown that multiple Monty Moles were among the many victims that had their faces severed and put on the boss. Finally, a Monty Mole can be seen in the final cutscene, being seen working at a Soccer ball shop.

Monty Moles were also originally planned to have [[Origami Monty Mole|origami variants]], but these variants were scrapped for unknown reasons.

Several Monty Moles appear in [[Woody Woods]] in ''[[Mario Party 3]]''. They switch the direction players can move on certain pathways every turn. These Monty Moles wear sunglasses and can be found in army hut-like structures with a flag depicting their face. For 5 coins, the Monty Mole will switch the signs from one direction to another. They can also appear out of any of three holes scattered across the board, depending on where it is summoned via speaking to it in its hut or landing on a Happening Space. Monty Moles also appear in [[Storm Chasers]] as obstacles the player must avoid.

In ''[[Mario Party 5]]'', Monty Moles appear in the minigame [[Flatiator]]. They appear out of the ground to obstruct the team players while avoiding the single player. The one player on the ball can simply roll over them, causing them to go back underground. A Monty Mole also appears in [[Pirate Dream]] hosting a board event where the player can mine for coins.

In ''[[Mario Party 7]]'', a Monty Mole appears on the board [[Pyramid Park]]. They appear when the player lands on the [[Event Space|Green Space]] on the far right of the board, next to three pots. He offers to play a small minigame, where the player must hit the [[cobra]]s but not the Monty Mole. If the player hits the Monty Mole, the minigame will automatically end. In the minigame [[Sphere Factor]], three or four Monty Moles pop out of the ground towards the end (before the bridge) and try to prevent the player from rolling the huge ball to the finish line. These Monty Moles also appear in the ending for the minigame as well. Three Monty Moles also appear in the minigame [[Monty's Revenge]], where they are the ones whacking the players with hammers. The name of the minigame also suggests that this is the Monty Mole's revenge on being whacked with hammers.

 

This is the first ''Mario Party'' game where Monty Moles use their modern design, although a unused model suggests that they were going to originally use the design from the previous games. However, the model has lacks any textures and was likely replaced with the modern design rather early in development.<ref>https://tcrf.net/Mario_Party_7</ref>

Monty Moles make another ''Mario Party'' appearance in ''[[Mario Party 8]]''. Some appear in the minigame [[Crops 'n' Robbers]] where one player has to whack Monty Moles that are in the holes, so the players can gain a way for the other player has to collect the carrots to win the game. It is also confirmed that the Monty Moles in this minigame set up a shop in the garden.<ref>''"Uh-oh—— it's harvest season, but a bunch of Montys have set up shop in the garden."'' - ''Mario Party 8 Prima Guide'' page 72.</ref> A Monty Mole also appears in the bonus minigame [[Moped Mayhem]] as one of the characters competing in the race. Monty Moles can also occasionally be seen in the lobby. Monty Moles also appear in the Sugar Rush Surprise figure in the [[Fun Bazaar|Carnival Wagon]].

Monty Moles appear again in ''[[Mario Party DS]]'' as owners of the shops. Once players enter the Warp Pipe, they can buy items from it. A Monty Mole  also appears in the minigame [[Mole Thrill]]. In this minigame, players have to dig with their partner through the dirt, while staying ahead of the Monty Mole (though it is impossible for the Monty Mole to reach the players. Monty Mole also has a trophy and rival badge that can be unlocked.

In ''[[Mario Party 9]]'', Monty Moles appear in the minigame [[Plunder Ground]]. They hold and shuffle the treasure chests the players try to earn points from. Monty Moles also appear out of the holes in the minigame [[Hole Hogs]], where they distract the main player from trying to whack the other players. Monty Moles also appear in [[Magma Mine]] as background characters, usually hiding when the [[lava]] begins to rise. In addition, Monty Moles also have a constellation, named "[[Hello Mole]]".

Monty Moles reappear in ''[[Mario Party: Island Tour]]'' for the [[Nintendo 3DS]]. They appear as options to choose from in the minigames [[Match Faker]] and [[Tap Dash]]. They cameo in the background of [[Drive for Show]] and [[Bumper Thumper]]. A Monty Mole constellation (similar to Hello Mole from ''Mario Party 9'') can also be seen in the minigame [[Starring Artist]].

Mega Monty Mole retains his role as a boss in ''[[Mario Party: Star Rush]]'' appearing in the minigame [[Mega Monty Mole's in the Hole]]. Normal Monty Moles appear in the minigame [[Rolls for Moles]], in which the player must hit as many Monty Moles as they can.

Monty Mole appears as a playable character in ''[[Super Mario Party]]'' for the first time in the ''Mario Party'' series, though it is Monty Mole's fourth time being playable in any ''Mario'' game. As shown in the introductory scene, [[Bowser]] calls upon Monty Mole, [[Bowser Jr.]], [[Goomba]], [[Boo]], [[Shy Guy]], [[Koopa Troopa]], [[Dry Bones]], [[Hammer Bro]], and [[Pom Pom]] to participate in the party to be crowned "Super Star." Monty Mole's [[Dice Block]] has a +1 coin side instead of a 1; otherwise, it is functionally identical to the normal Dice Block. Fake Monty Moles also appear in the minigame [[Rhythm and Bruise]], where the player's objective is to whack them with hammers to the beat of the music. If the player uses Monty Mole for this minigame, he will start sweating and display a nervous expression. Monty Moles can also cameo in [[Absent Minded]] as one of the characters that can be chosen, though they only appear if nobody is playing as Monty Mole. Monty Mole also appears as one of the puzzles in [[Puzzle Hustle]] in their ''Super Mario World'' sprite form. Monty Moles can also occasionally be seen walking or running around in the background of Party Plaza.

Monty Moles appear in ''[[Mario Party Superstars]]'' as part of [[Woody Woods]], retaining their role from ''Mario Party 3'', although the Monty Mole huts have been replaced with burrows that serve the same function. Additionally, a Monty Mole can occasionally decide which player they think would win during the last five turns of Woody Woods. Monty Moles also reprise their roles in [[Storm Chasers]] and [[Monty's Revenge]]. A Monty Mole sticker that has a caption saying "Nice!" can be used as a taunt. The encyclopedia entry for Monty Mole states that they appeared in every ''Mario Party'' after ''Mario Party 3'', despite not appearing in ''[[Mario Party 4]]''. ''Mario Party 10'' is also listed, despite that game only featuring Mega Monty Mole.

Monty Moles (referred to as '''1-up Moles''' by ''[[Nintendo Power]]'')<ref>Nintendo Power issue 185 (November 2004), p. 116</ref> appear in ''[[Mario Pinball Land]]''. They can be found in every level except [[The Fun Fair]] peeking out from one of their holes. If Mario hits them, he gains 500 [[point]]s and the Monty Mole is stunned briefly before moving to another hole. The Monty Mole eventually goes back to their previous hole if they are not hit after a while. If Mario hits the Monty Mole enough times, it drops a [[1-Up Mushroom]] and be at a point where it no longer can be hurt. Due to their behavior, they can only be defeated with a [[Super Star]]. Each level also has a unique costume that Monty Moles can be seen wearing. The [[Grassy Greens Stage]] has normal Monty Moles; in the [[Frosty Frontier Stage]], they wear a parka; in the [[Shifting Sands Stage]], they wear fezzes; and in the [[Fiery Stage]], they wear Viking helmets.