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{{Infobox pikmin
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|name       = Blue Pikmin
|name       = Blue Pikmin
|image       = P4 Blue Pikmin.png
|image     = P4 Blue Pikmin.png
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|size       = 150px
|icon       = Blue Pikmin P4 icon.png
|icon       = Blue Pikmin P4 icon.png
|scientific = ''Pikminidae caerula''
|scientific = ''Pikminidae caerula''
|family     = [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]]
|family     = [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]]
|resistance = [[Water]]
|resistance = [[Water]]
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|strength   = Average<sup>[[#Technical information|(?)]]</sup>
|mobility   = Average<sup>[[#Technical information|(?)]]</sup>
|mobility   = Average<sup>[[#Technical information|(?)]]</sup>
|throw       = Average
|throw     = Average
|digging     = Average<sup>[[#Technical information|(?)]]</sup>
|digging   = Average<sup>[[#Technical information|(?)]]</sup>
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|psize     = Body length: {{mm|33}}
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'''Blue Pikmin''' ({{j|青ピクミン|Ao Pikumin}}) are a blue species of [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] that reside on [[PNF-404]]. They have the special ability of [[water]] resistance. This type of Pikmin is present in all game modes of all {{pg}}, and is the last type to be discovered in the [[Story mode]] of {{p1}}, {{p2}}, and {{p3}}, as well as the fourth type discovered in {{p4}}. Besides their coloration, these Pikmin are distinguishable from other Pikmin species by their pink mouths, a trait seen in no other Pikmin species. These mouths are used to take in water, which filters oxygen through gills, giving them the ability to breathe both underwater and on dry land. Producing more Blue Pikmin can be done by carrying [[pellet]]s or [[enemy]] carcasses to the [[Blue Onion]] (or the Master Onion), or by throwing other species into a [[Lapis Lazuli Candypop Bud]] or a [[Candypop Bud]]. As with [[Red Pikmin]], [[Yellow Pikmin]] and [[Bulbmin]], their [[Maturity|buds and flowers]] are white.
'''Blue Pikmin''' ({{j|青ピクミン|Ao Pikumin}}) are a blue species of [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] that reside on [[PNF-404]]. They have the special ability of [[water]] resistance. This type of Pikmin is present in all game modes of all {{pg}}, and is the last type to be discovered in the [[Story mode]] of {{p1}}, {{p2}}, and {{p3}}, as well as the fourth type discovered in {{p4}}. Besides their coloration, these Pikmin are distinguishable from other Pikmin species by their pink mouths, a trait seen in no other Pikmin species. These mouths are used to take in water, which filters oxygen through gills, giving them the ability to breathe both underwater and on dry land. Producing more Blue Pikmin can be done by carrying [[pellet]]s or [[enemy]] carcasses to the [[Blue Onion]] (or the Master Onion), or by throwing other species into a [[Lapis Lazuli Candypop Bud]] or a [[Candypop Bud]]. As with [[Red Pikmin]], [[Yellow Pikmin]] and [[Bulbmin]], their [[Maturity|buds and flowers]] are white.


The exact location of their gills is not consistently explained in the series, having been said to be on the cheeks,{{cite quote|{{Notes:Blue Pikmin/voyage}}|Olimar|the [[Olimar's voyage log|voyage log]] entry about Blue Pikmin}}{{cite quote|At last, you have encountered them! They seem to have gill-like ducts on their cheeks. They must be blue Pikmin! Like the other types, they look to you for direction. While they are indeed surviving naturally, they still seem to long for a valiant leader.|The [[Hocotate ship]]|a dialog after Blue Pikmin are discovered}}{{cite quote|Careful observation of the Blue Pikmin has revealed that they have the ability to swim as well as attack in the water! The way they open their mouths is so cute, but I think that is their way of extracting oxygen from the water. There appear to be openings on their cheeks that resemble gills.|Brittany|a [[Pikmin 3 voyage log|voyage log]] entry about Blue Pikmin, in the US [[region|version]] of {{p3}}}} near the cheeks,{{cite quote|It is a <span style{{=}}"color:blue">Pikmin</span> of yet another color. Near this one's cheeks is what appears to be a set of gills. This trait suggests to me that this blue type of Pikmin can enter the water without any trouble whatsoever. There's only one way to find out...|Olimar|[[Olimar's monologs|monolog]] after finding a Blue Pikmin}} on their mouths,{{cite quote|Unlike other Pikmin, Blue Pikmin have mouths. Did you notice that? / Those are gills, actually. Not mouths. / That's ridiculous! I saw those Blue Pikmin laughing underwater. / Right, well, they must have found it very funny that they were able to extract oxygen from the water.|Alph, Brittany, and Charlie|a [[check-in]] conversation about Blue Pikmin, in the US [[region|version]] of {{p3}}}}{{cite quote|Unlike other Pikmin, Blue Pikmin have mouths. Did you notice that? / Those are gills, actually. Not mouths. / What? They're not mouths? But I thought they were laughing. / Well, whatever you want to call them, those are the organs that allow them to breathe underwater.|Alph, Brittany, and Charlie|a [[check-in]] conversation about Blue Pikmin, in the European [[region|version]] of {{p3}}}} and not even visible.{{cite quote|This variety of Pikmin thrives in the water. I can't see gills on them, but they must be there. (Probably?) My suit ensures I can get by in the water too, but that's not true of the rest of the Pikmin, so I need to be careful.|Olimar|the [[Hey! Pikmin logs|Pikmin Log]] entry for Blue Pikmin}} ''Pikmin 4'' consistently says that the mouth is the gills.
The exact location of their gills is not consistently explained in the series, having been said to be
on the cheeks,{{cite quote|{{Notes:Blue Pikmin/voyage}}|Olimar|the [[Olimar's voyage log|voyage log]] entry about Blue Pikmin}}{{cite quote|At last, you have encountered them! They seem to have gill-like ducts on their cheeks. They must be blue Pikmin! Like the other types, they look to you for direction. While they are indeed surviving naturally, they still seem to long for a valiant leader.|The [[Hocotate ship]]|a dialog after Blue Pikmin are discovered}}{{cite quote|Careful observation of the Blue Pikmin has revealed that they have the ability to swim as well as attack in the water! The way they open their mouths is so cute, but I think that is their way of extracting oxygen from the water. There appear to be openings on their cheeks that resemble gills.|Brittany|a [[Pikmin 3 voyage log|voyage log]] entry about Blue Pikmin, in the US [[region|version]] of {{p3}}}}
near the cheeks,{{cite quote|It is a <span style{{=}}"color:blue">Pikmin</span> of yet another color. Near this one's cheeks is what appears to be a set of gills. This trait suggests to me that this blue type of Pikmin can enter the water without any trouble whatsoever. There's only one way to find out...|Olimar|[[Olimar's monologs|monolog]] after finding a Blue Pikmin}}
on their mouths,{{cite quote|Unlike other Pikmin, Blue Pikmin have mouths. Did you notice that? / Those are gills, actually. Not mouths. / That's ridiculous! I saw those Blue Pikmin laughing underwater. / Right, well, they must have found it very funny that they were able to extract oxygen from the water.|Alph, Brittany, and Charlie|a [[check-in]] conversation about Blue Pikmin, in the US [[region|version]] of {{p3}}}}{{cite quote|Unlike other Pikmin, Blue Pikmin have mouths. Did you notice that? / Those are gills, actually. Not mouths. / What? They're not mouths? But I thought they were laughing. / Well, whatever you want to call them, those are the organs that allow them to breathe underwater.|Alph, Brittany, and Charlie|a [[check-in]] conversation about Blue Pikmin, in the European [[region|version]] of {{p3}}}}
and not even visible.{{cite quote|This variety of Pikmin thrives in the water. I can't see gills on them, but they must be there. (Probably?) My suit ensures I can get by in the water too, but that's not true of the rest of the Pikmin, so I need to be careful.|Olimar|the [[Hey! Pikmin logs|Pikmin Log]] entry for Blue Pikmin}} ''Pikmin 4'' consistently says that the mouth is the gills.


==Traits and abilities==
==Traits and abilities==
[[File:Blue Pikmin discovery.png|thumb|left|200px|Blue Pikmin being re-discovered in ''Pikmin 2''.]]
[[File:Blue Pikmin discovery.png|thumb|left|150px|Blue Pikmin being re-discovered in ''Pikmin 2''.]]
Blue Pikmin are the only permanent Pikmin type which can safely enter [[water]] and traverse the floor underneath, as the other types (barring [[Bulbmin]] and [[Glow Pikmin]], which are immune to all hazards) will simply flail around in panic before drowning if they are immersed ([[Ice Pikmin]] can float on the surface and [[Winged Pikmin]] can fly over, but neither can go under or resist water attacks from enemies). While in water, the Blue Pikmin behave almost the same as they do on land. In the first two games, if they are idle and see a nearby Pikmin drowning in water, they will quickly run to them, pick them up, and [[throw]] them to shore. However, they will not rescue Pikmin if they are a certain distance away, so they can't always be relied on. At least in ''Pikmin 2'', this throw aims at the nearest [[carrying]] path waypoint{{cite web|https://clips.twitch.tv/DeliciousCallousLampThunBeast-h8VzgqK0BLgz3eEA|Video of Blue Pikmin throwing drowning Pikmin to the nearest waypoint, on dry land where the player has not gone yet|Twitch|published={{date|15|September|2023}}|retrieved={{date|23|September|2023}}}}, and works the same as a normal leader throw, which means it can be used for things like crushing a [[Dwarf Bulborb]].{{cite web|https://www.twitch.tv/videos/441917009|Twitch clip|Twitch|published={{date|21|June|2019}}|retrieved={{date|21|June|2019}}}} In ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Pikmin 4'', this rescuing feature was removed, and Blue Pikmin now also have the ability to swim freely while in pursuit, something necessary to reach some [[Enemy|enemies]] that swim above the ground level.
Blue Pikmin are the only permanent Pikmin type which can safely enter [[water]] and traverse the floor underneath, as the other types (barring [[Bulbmin]] and [[Glow Pikmin]], which are immune to all hazards) will simply flail around in panic before drowning if they are immersed ([[Ice Pikmin]] can float on the surface and [[Winged Pikmin]] can fly over, but neither can go under or resist water attacks from enemies). While in water, the Blue Pikmin behave almost the same as they do on land. In the first two games, if they are idle and see a nearby Pikmin drowning in water, they will quickly run to them, pick them up, and [[throw]] them to shore. However, they will not rescue Pikmin if they are a certain distance away, so they can't always be relied on. At least in ''Pikmin 2'', this throw aims at the nearest [[carrying]] path waypoint{{cite web|https://clips.twitch.tv/DeliciousCallousLampThunBeast-h8VzgqK0BLgz3eEA|Video of Blue Pikmin throwing drowning Pikmin to the nearest waypoint, on dry land where the player has not gone yet|Twitch|published={{date|15|September|2023}}|retrieved={{date|23|September|2023}}}}, and works the same as a normal leader throw, which means it can be used for things like crushing a [[Dwarf Bulborb]].{{cite web|https://www.twitch.tv/videos/441917009|Twitch clip|Twitch|published={{date|21|June|2019}}|retrieved={{date|21|June|2019}}}} In ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Pikmin 4'', this rescuing feature was removed, and Blue Pikmin now also have the ability to swim freely while in pursuit, something necessary to reach some [[Enemy|enemies]] that swim above the ground level.


Aside from their water resistance, Blue Pikmin have largely average [[attack]] power, durability, mobility, [[digging]] speed and throw distance. As such, they are not exceptional for most any activities outside of water, as most enemies that use water-based attacks can easily be defeated without Blue Pikmin. The only real exception to this is the addition of sprinkler hazards in ''Pikmin 4'' which, while on, only Blue Pikmin can safely pass through. Interestingly, Blue Pikmin are more likely to die than other types in ''Pikmin 2'', as noted [[Combat#Likeliness to die|here]].
Aside from their water resistance, Blue Pikmin have largely average [[attack]] power, durability, mobility, [[digging]] speed and throw distance. As such, they are not exceptional for most any activities outside of water, as most enemies that use water-based attacks can easily be defeated without Blue Pikmin. The only real exception to this is the addition of sprinkler hazards in ''Pikmin 4'' which, while on, only Blue Pikmin can safely pass through. Interestingly, Blue Pikmin are more likely to die than other types in ''Pikmin 2'', as noted [[Combat#Likeliness to die|here]].
In [[2-Player Battle]] in {{p2}}, Player 2's army is made up of Blue Pikmin, while Player 1's army is made up of [[Red Pikmin]]. For the sake of fairness, Blue Pikmin are given the same 1.5&times; attack power, and the only elemental hazards are from [[Fiery Blowhog]]s and [[Watery Blowhog]]s.


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**{{icon|Searing Acidshock|y}} ([[Garden of Hope]], inside the crystal): Normally, a bridge must be built using fragments, some of which are underwater, but it is possible to build half the bridge and throw [[Rock Pikmin]] and Winged Pikmin across the gap, allowing the crystal to be broken and the fruit to be carried back.
**{{icon|Searing Acidshock|y}} ([[Garden of Hope]], inside the crystal): Normally, a bridge must be built using fragments, some of which are underwater, but it is possible to build half the bridge and throw [[Rock Pikmin]] and Winged Pikmin across the gap, allowing the crystal to be broken and the fruit to be carried back.
**{{icon|Searing Acidshock|y}} ([[Tropical Wilds]]): The fruit is held by a [[Calcified Crushblat]], and to access the enemy, an underwater [[Gate#Dirt wall|dirt wall]] must be destroyed. This can be done with any type of Pikmin by using the invincible Pikmin glitch.
**{{icon|Searing Acidshock|y}} ([[Tropical Wilds]]): The fruit is held by a [[Calcified Crushblat]], and to access the enemy, an underwater [[Gate#Dirt wall|dirt wall]] must be destroyed. This can be done with any type of Pikmin by using the invincible Pikmin glitch.
**{{icon|Sunseed Berry|v=FF|y}} ([[Garden of Hope]], near the Blue Onion): This fruit is fully underwater next to a dirt wall, but can be collected by using Winged Pikmin via the invincible Pikmin glitch with any of the area's [[fire]] hazards.
**{{icon|Sunseed Berry|v=FF|y}} ([[Garden of Hope]], near the Blue Onion): This fruit is fully underwater next to a dirt wall, but can be collected by using Winged Pikmin via the invincible Pikmin glitch with any of the area’s [[fire]] hazards.


*Enemies
*Enemies
**{{icon|Puckering Blinnow|y}}: These enemies usually remain underwater, but can be harmed if they jump out to snatch a Winged Pikmin or onto land.
**{{icon|Puckering Blinnow|y}}: These enemies usually remain underwater, but can be harmed if they jump out to snatch a Winged Pikmin or onto land.
**{{icon|Sputtlefish|y}}: These enemies are also underwater enemies, and can only be defeated without Blue Pikmin by employing the invincible Pikmin glitch.
**{{icon|Sputtlefish|y}}: These enemies are also underwater enemies, and can only be defeated without Blue Pikmin by employing the invincible Pikmin glitch.
**{{icon|Toady Bloyster|v=P3|y}}: These enemies are always found underwater in Story Mode, but can be slowly taken out with a leader's [[Punch|punches]].
**{{icon|Toady Bloyster|v=P3|y}}: These enemies are always found underwater in Story Mode, but can be slowly taken out with a leader’s [[Punch|punches]].


===Recommended uses===
===Recommended uses===
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**{{icon|Wogpole|v=P3|y}}: Although this underwater enemy can jump onto land and become vulnerable, the chances of this happening are quite slim.
**{{icon|Wogpole|v=P3|y}}: Although this underwater enemy can jump onto land and become vulnerable, the chances of this happening are quite slim.
**{{icon|Watery Blowhog|v=P3|y}}: This enemy shoots bubbles of a water-like liquid that only Blue Pikmin are immune to, but can be defeated by any type of Pikmin.
**{{icon|Watery Blowhog|v=P3|y}}: This enemy shoots bubbles of a water-like liquid that only Blue Pikmin are immune to, but can be defeated by any type of Pikmin.
==In ''Hey! Pikmin''==
===Discovery===
[[File:Foaming Lake Puckering Blinnow cutscene.jpg|thumb|The first appearance of Blue Pikmin in ''Hey! Pikmin''.]]
In {{hp}}, Blue Pikmin are first found in [[Foaming Lake]], in the second sector, [[Verdant Waterfront]]. Whilst Olimar is swimming in the lake a group of Blue Pikmin are chased into a pile of moss by a [[Puckering Blinnow]]. Upon whistling at them the Blue Pikmin join Olimar and are used for the majority of each water area from then on, breaking underwater walls and allowing him to progress. After the area is complete they join the [[Pikmin Park]] like any other Pikmin type.
===Uses===
''Hey! Pikmin'' does not let players choose which types to bring to a task, and while many treasures require Blue Pikmin to collect, Blue Pikmin will always be present when this is the case.
In the [[Pikmin Park]], plant-type clutter can only be destroyed by Blue Pikmin.
;Treasures in areas with Blue Pikmin only
{{columns|2|*{{icon|Giga Whistle|y}}
*{{icon|Rocket Polish|y}}
*{{icon|Berserker Brush|y}}
*{{icon|Attitude Adjuster|y}}
*{{icon|Unstrung Racket|y}}
*{{icon|Work-Life Imbalancer|y}}
*{{icon|Greed-o-Sphere|y}}
*{{icon|Twisty Pick|y}}
*{{icon|Conformity Enhancers|y}}
*{{icon|Unexamined Nest|y}}
*{{icon|Everyday Cell|y}}
*{{icon|Giant Rodent Skull|y}}
*{{icon|Inspiration Signal|y}}
*{{icon|Quid Pro Quo-Yo|y}}
*{{icon|Missed Connection|y}}
*{{icon|Personal Odor Shield|y}}
*{{icon|Nostalgic Buckler|y}}
*{{icon|Menacing Crusher|y}}
*{{icon|Beneficial Intelligence|y}}}}
;Treasures in areas with multiple Pikmin types
[[File:Below the Ice 2.jpg|thumb|The Scoot-Over Bench in [[Below the Ice]].]]
Note that indirect uses (using Blue Pikmin to access a later part of the area that contains a treasure that doesn't require Blue Pikmin) are not counted here.
*{{icon|Almighty Ruiner|y}}: This treasure is behind an underwater [[dirt block]].
*{{icon|Bond Impressor|y}}: This treasure is behind an underwater dirt block.
*{{icon|Scoot-Over Bench|y}}: This treasure is behind an underwater dirt block.
*{{icon|Fond-o-Sphere|y}}: Blue Pikmin are the only Pikmin the player has to defeat the [[Stuffed Bellbloom]].
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==In ''Pikmin Bloom''==
In {{pb}}, Blue Pikmin are the third Pikmin type unlocked, at [[level]] 4. Their [[seedling]]s require a minimum of 1 carrying strength to be retrieved, along with 1000 steps to grow. In [[expedition]]s, they have a carrying strength of 1 and have a [[Expedition#Speed|time modifier]] of 1. In [[mushroom battle]]s, they have a base [[Mushroom battle#Attack power|attack power]] of 3 and are the only Pikmin that can battle Water Mushrooms.


==In ''Pikmin 4''==
==In ''Pikmin 4''==
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===Discovery===
===Discovery===
In {{p4}}, Blue Pikmin can first be found hidden away in the [[Sun-Speckled Terrace]] or in the [[Blossoming Arcadia]], with their Onion in the [[Serene Shores]]. Once the Blue Onion is brought to the Master Onion for the first time, it will be absorbed and will fuse with the Onion, and spit out a single blue seed.
In {{p4}}, Blue Pikmin can first be found hidden away in [[Sun-Speckled Terrace]], however they can also be discovered for the first time in [[Blossoming Arcadia]], with their Onion in [[Serene Shores]]. Once the Blue Onion is brought to the Master Onion for the first time, it will be absorbed and will fuse with the Onion, and spit out a single blue seed.
 
In [[Olimar's Shipwreck Tale]], there are Blue Onions in the Blossoming Arcadia and Serene Shores.


===Required uses===
===Required Uses===
Due to one of [[Oatchi#Doggy-Paddle|Oatchi's skills]] allowing him to swim and dive in water, Blue Pikmin are not strictly required to collect all treasures or [[castaway]]s or to defeat any enemies. Oatchi's Doggy-Paddle ability at level 3 allows him to dive underwater to collect objects negating the use of Blue Pikmin. However, they are given as the starting Pikmin for certain [[Dandori Challenge]]s which are nearly impossible to get a platinum medal without the use of them.
Due to one of [[Oatchi#Doggy Paddle|Oatchi's skills]] allowing him to swim and dive in water, Blue Pikmin are not really required to collect all treasures or [[Castaway]]s as well as defeat any enemies. Oatchi's Doggy Paddle ability at level 3 allows him to dive underwater to collect objects negating the use of Blue Pikmin. However, they are given as the starting Pikmin for certain [[Dandori Challenge]]s which are near impossible to beat without the use of them.


*[[Test Tubs]]
*[[Test Tubs]]
*[[Ice-Cross Course]]
*[[Ice-Cross Course]]
*[[Planning Pools]]
*[[Planning Pools]]
*[[Trial of the Sage Leaf#4th Story: Dandori Seas|Trial of the Sage Leaf]]


===Recommended uses===
===Recommended Uses===
Blue Pikmin are recommended to collect these treasures/castaways or defeat these enemies, though these tasks can be done with Oatchi or other Pikmin types.
Blue Pikmin are recommended to collect these treasures/castaways or defeat these enemies, though these tasks can be done with other Pikmin types.


;Treasures
;Treasures
*{{icon|Astringent Clump|y|v=P4}} ([[Doppelgänger's Den]]): The treasure is fully submerged in water near the center of sublevel 1 of the Doppelgänger's Den. It is guarded by two [[Skeeterskate]]s.
*{{icon|Astringent Clump|y|v=P4}} ([[Doppelgänger's Den]]): The treasure is fully submerged in water near the center of sublevel 1 of the Doppelgänger's Den. It is guarded by two [[Skeeterskate]]s.
*{{icon|Astringent Clump|y|v=P4}} ([[Secluded Courtyard]]): The treasure is hanging from a cobweb near the central north point of sublevel 3 of the Secluded Courtyard. There is a [[water spout]] underneath it.
*{{icon|Astringent Clump|y|v=P4}} ([[Secluded Courtyard]]): The treasure is hanging from a cobweb near the central north point of sublevel 3 of the Secluded Courtyard. There is a [[water geyser]] underneath it.
*{{icon|Birdy Bed|y|v=P4}}: It is located near a body of water on a ledge. 7 Blue Pikmin can be used to carry the treasure if they can drain the pool of water allowing all Pikmin types to carry back the treasure.
*{{icon|Birdy Bed|y|v=P4}}: It is located near a body of water on a ledge. 7 Blue Pikmin can be used to carry the treasure if they can drain the pool of water allowing all Pikmin types to carry back the treasure.
*{{icon|Blonde Impostor|y|v=P4}} ([[Cavern for a King]], sublevel 19): Located in a body of water which Blue Pikmin can be used to carry it out.
*{{icon|Blonde Impostor|y|v=P4}} ([[Cavern for a King]], sublevel 19): Located in a body of water which Blue Pikmin can be used to carry it out.
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*{{icon|Orb of Destruction|y|v=P4}} (Serene Shores): Access to the treasure during high tide is blocked by water. It is accessible during low tide however.
*{{icon|Orb of Destruction|y|v=P4}} (Serene Shores): Access to the treasure during high tide is blocked by water. It is accessible during low tide however.
*{{icon|Planetary Rubber Cutie|y|v=P4}} &times; 2 (Seafloor Resort): They are both being worn by [[Fiery Dweevil]]s on a small island surrounded by water.
*{{icon|Planetary Rubber Cutie|y|v=P4}} &times; 2 (Seafloor Resort): They are both being worn by [[Fiery Dweevil]]s on a small island surrounded by water.
*{{icon|Princess Pearl|y|v=P4}}: Located inside of a [[Pearly Clamclamp]] and is surrounded by water during high tide.
*{{icon|Ring-of-Return Shield|y|v=P4}}: Located inside of a different [[Pearly Clamclamp]] and is surrounded by water during high tide.
*{{icon|Ring-of-Return Shield|y|v=P4}}: Located inside of a different [[Pearly Clamclamp]] and is surrounded by water during high tide.
*{{icon|Seed Hive|y|v=P4}}: It is inside of the Bug-Eyed Crawmad which is near the sprinkler which is spraying water. You can deactivate the sprinkler by building the [[Clay valve]].
*{{icon|Seed Hive|y|v=P4}}: It is inside of the Bug-Eyed Crawmad which is near the sprinkler which is spraying water. You can deactivate the sprinkler by building the [[Clay valve]].
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*{{icon|Zest Bomb|y|v=P4}} (Serene Shores): Located near the Dawn Pustules.
*{{icon|Zest Bomb|y|v=P4}} (Serene Shores): Located near the Dawn Pustules.
*{{icon|Zest Bomb|y|v=P4}} (Cavern for a King): Located in the pool of water alongside the 3 Cupid's Grenades and the Blond Impostor.
*{{icon|Zest Bomb|y|v=P4}} (Cavern for a King): Located in the pool of water alongside the 3 Cupid's Grenades and the Blond Impostor.
;Ship parts
In Olimar's Shipwreck Tale, [[Moss]] only has doggy-paddle level 2, so she can't dive. However, it's possible to get everything anyway.
*{{icon|Bowsprit|v=P4|y}}: The Bowsprit is located where the [[Slapstick Crescent]] is normally, use [[ice blast]]s and rushes.
*{{icon|Repair-Type Bolt|y|v=P4}} ([[Serene Shores]]): This part is on an island surrounded by water during high tide, but during low tide, the water's gone.
*{{icon|Repair-Type Bolt|y|v=P4}} ([[Hero's Hideaway]]): This part is submerged in water and is near a steep slope that needs to be climbed, but with enough patience, it is possible to [[Oatchi#Rush|rush]] up it.
*{{icon|Libra|v=P4|n=Sagittarius|l=Sagittarius|y}}: This part is surrounded with water during high tide, so it's required to either lower the [[clipboard]] or to wait for low tide.


;Enemies
;Enemies
*{{icon|Baldy Long Legs|y|v=P4}}: In Cavern for a King, this enemy is fought above pools of water and mud, moving between the two. When over the water, Blue Pikmin are advisable to ensure that no Pikmin drown when shaken off.
*{{icon|Baldy Long Legs|y|v=P4}}: One instance of this enemy appearing is in an area flooded with water.
*{{icon|Bug-Eyed Crawmad|y|v=P4}}: The two Bug-Eyed Crawmads found in the Giant's Hearth are in a pool of water, so Blue Pikmin should be used for superior mobility, control, and safety.  
*{{icon|Bug-Eyed Crawmad|y|v=P4}}: Just like {{p3}}, both instances of this [[Boss#Minor bosses in Pikmin 4|Miniboss]] in [[Story mode]] appear near water, so Blue Pikmin are useful to avoid Pikmin deaths.
*{{icon|Hydro Dweevil|y|v=P4}}: This enemy sprays a watery liquid to attack. This liquid is hazardous to all Pikmin in contact with it except for Blue Pikmin and Glow Pikmin, so those have the advantage in combat against it.
*{{icon|Hydro Dweevil|y|v=P4}}: This enemy sprays a watery liquid to attack, which is lethal to most Pikmin types, minus Blue Pikmin.
*{{icon|Man-at-Legs|y|v=P4}}: The Man-at-Legs' Cavern for a King appearance is in a large pool of water. Blue Pikmin can be used to attack for the sake of not drowning when thrown off.
*{{icon|Man-at-Legs|y|v=P4}}: This [[Arachnode]] appears once in a sublevel covered in water, which Pikmin can drown in except Blue Pikmin.
*{{icon|Masterhop|y|v=P4}}: This enemy can jump on sandy floors to create puddles of water. Blue Pikmin may be advisable because they are not vulnerable to this hazard.
*{{icon|Masterhop|y|v=P4}}: This enemy can jump on sandy floors to create puddles of water. Using Blue Pikmin to attack is recommended as they won’t drown in those water puddles.
*{{icon|Pricklepuff|y|v=P4}}: These enemies are almost only found underwater so Blue Pikmin are recommended.
*{{icon|Pearly Clamclamp|y|v=P4}}: All instances of this enemy appear in close proximity to bodies of water.
*{{icon|Pricklepuff|y|v=P4}}: These enemies are underwater enemies so Blue Pikmin are recommended.
*{{icon|Puckering Blinnow|y|v=P4}}: These are also underwater enemies.
*{{icon|Puckering Blinnow|y|v=P4}}: These are also underwater enemies.
*{{icon|Skeeterskate|y|v=P4}}: These enemies can be killed by any Pikmin type, but non-Blue Pikmin will fall in the water and start to drown right after.  
*{{icon|Skeeterskate|y|v=P4}}: These enemies can be killed by any Pikmin type, but non-Blue Pikmin will fall in the water and start to drown right after.
*{{icon|Sovereign Bulblax|y|v=P4}}: Just like the Masterhop, the Bulblax's jumps can create watery puddles.
*{{icon|Sovereign Bulblax|y|v=P4}}: Just like the Masterhop, the Bulblax's jumps can create watery puddles.
*{{icon|Watery Blowhog|y|v=P4}}: This enemy sprays water at Pikmin, which is dangerous to all Pikmin save the Blue and Glow variety, making those optimal for use when fighting the beast.
*{{icon|Watery Blowhog|y|v=P4}}: This enemy sprays water at Pikmin which is lethal to all minus Blue Pikmin.
*{{icon|Wolpole|y|v=P4}}: This creature generally resides under the water but does jump up onto land for a bit.
*{{icon|Wolpole|y|v=P4}}: This creature generally resides submerged but does jump up onto land for a bit.
 
;Other
*[[Trial of the Sage Leaf#4th Story: Dandori Seas|4th Story: Dandori Seas]]: Without Blue Pikmin, there are many less Pikmin to work with. However, it{{'s}} still possible to get a platinum medal, albeit very difficult.
*{{icon|Flarlic|y|v=P4}} ([[Serene Shores]] ([[Olimar's Shipwreck Tale]])): It's hanging near a small body of [[water]], but [[Ice Blast|ice blast]]s or [[Oatchi#Rush|rushes]] will get it past it.
*{{icon|Flarlic|y|v=P4}} ([[Serene Shores]] ([[Olimar's Shipwreck Tale]])): It's in a big body of water, but a lot of [[ultra-spicy spray]] and [[Oatchi#Infinite rush|infinite rushes]] at low tide, it's just barely possible.
 
==In ''Hey! Pikmin''==
===Discovery===
[[File:Foaming Lake Puckering Blinnow cutscene.jpg|thumb|The first appearance of Blue Pikmin in ''Hey! Pikmin''.]]
In {{hp}}, Blue Pikmin are first found in [[Foaming Lake]], in the second sector, [[Verdant Waterfront]]. Whilst Olimar is swimming in the lake a group of Blue Pikmin are chased into a pile of moss by a [[Puckering Blinnow]]. Upon whistling at them the Blue Pikmin join Olimar and are used for the majority of each water area from then on, breaking underwater walls and allowing him to progress. After the area is complete they join the [[Pikmin Park]] like any other Pikmin type.
 
===Uses===
''Hey! Pikmin'' does not let players choose which types to bring to a task, and while many treasures require Blue Pikmin to collect, Blue Pikmin will always be present when this is the case.
 
In the [[Pikmin Park]], plant-type clutter can only be destroyed by Blue Pikmin.
 
;Treasures in areas with Blue Pikmin only
{{columns|2|*{{icon|Giga Whistle|y}}
*{{icon|Rocket Polish|y}}
*{{icon|Berserker Brush|y}}
*{{icon|Attitude Adjuster|y}}
*{{icon|Unstrung Racket|y}}
*{{icon|Work-Life Imbalancer|y}}
*{{icon|Greed-o-Sphere|y}}
*{{icon|Twisty Pick|y}}
*{{icon|Conformity Enhancers|y}}
*{{icon|Unexamined Nest|y}}
*{{icon|Everyday Cell|y}}
*{{icon|Giant Rodent Skull|y}}
*{{icon|Inspiration Signal|y}}
*{{icon|Quid Pro Quo-Yo|y}}
*{{icon|Missed Connection|y}}
*{{icon|Personal Odor Shield|y}}
*{{icon|Nostalgic Buckler|y}}
*{{icon|Menacing Crusher|y}}
*{{icon|Beneficial Intelligence|y}}}}
 
;Treasures in areas with multiple Pikmin types
[[File:Below the Ice 2.jpg|thumb|The Scoot-Over Bench in [[Below the Ice]].]]
Note that indirect uses (using Blue Pikmin to access a later part of the area that contains a treasure that doesn't require Blue Pikmin) are not counted here.
*{{icon|Almighty Ruiner|y}}: This treasure is behind an underwater [[dirt block]].
*{{icon|Bond Impressor|y}}: This treasure is behind an underwater dirt block.
*{{icon|Scoot-Over Bench|y}}: This treasure is behind an underwater dirt block.
*{{icon|Fond-o-Sphere|y}}: Blue Pikmin are the only Pikmin the player has to defeat the [[Stuffed Bellbloom]].
 
{{clear}}
 
==In ''Pikmin Bloom''==
In {{pb}}, Blue Pikmin are the third Pikmin type unlocked, at [[level]] 4. Their [[seedling]]s require a minimum of 1 carrying strength to be retrieved, along with 1000 steps to grow. In [[expedition]]s, they have a carrying strength of 1 and have a [[Expedition#Speed|time modifier]] of 1. In [[mushroom battle]]s, they have a base [[Mushroom battle#Attack power|attack power]] of 3 and are the only Pikmin that can battle Water Mushrooms.


{{notes|voyage=y}}
{{notes|voyage=y}}


=== Olimar's Voyage Log (''Pikmin 4'') ===
===Dalmo's Notes===
[[File:P4 Voyage Log Olimar 17.png|left|200px]]
{{transcript|It wouldn't be an overstatement to say that watching these Pikmin navigate the water with the grace of a fish is one of the most lovely things to behold on this planet! But if you really want to see them swimming, you'll need to offer them some live bait!|block=y}}
{{transcript|At a glance, the {{color|Blue Pikmin|darkorange}} appear to have mouthlike gills and are notably able to function even underwater. Thanks to their {{color|water resistance|darkorange}} and {{color|swimming talents|darkorange}}, I can now transport things found in the water.|block=y}}
{{clear}}
 
=== Dalmo's notes ===
{{transcript|It wouldn't be overstating to say that watching these Pikmin navigate the water with the grace of a fish is one of the most lovely things to behold on this whole planet! But if you really want to see them swimming, you'll need to offer them some live bait!|block=y}}


=== Olimar's notes ===
=== Olimar’s Notes ===
{{transcript|The accepted theory is that Pikmin evolved from terrestrial root vegetables, and so would be unable to breathe underwater and subsequently drown. Yet the Blue Pikmin possess a gill resembling a mouth on their head, which enables them to be active underwater. While on land, they leaf and flower like other Pikmin species, and they breathe through the stomata on their skin, indicating they must be naturally amphibious.
{{transcript|The accepted theory is that Pikmin evolved from terrestrial root vegetables, and so would unable to breathe underwater and subsequently drown. Yet the Blue Pikmin possess a gill resembling a mouth on their head, which enables them to be active underwater. While on land, they leaf and flower like other Pikmin species, and they breathe through the stomata on their skin, indicating they must be naturally amphibious.


Pigment proteins on the surface of their body essentially perform the same photosynthetic process as cyanobacteria, for example, which is what gives them their striking color.|block=y}}
Pigment proteins on the surface of their body essentially perform the same photosynthetic process as cyanobacteria. for example, which is what gives them their striking color.|block=y}}


=== Louie's notes ===
=== Louie’s Notes ===
{{transcript|I look at that mouth and want to put my hand in it. Just to see what would happen.|block=y}}
{{transcript|I look at that mouth and want to put my hand in it. Just to see what would happen.|block=y}}


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特徴 その1 おぼれない
特徴 その1 おぼれない
:頭部に口のような形状のエラがあり、水中でもおぼれることはない。
 
頭部に口のような形状のエラがあり、水中でもおぼれることはない。


特徴 その2 泳ぎが得意
特徴 その2 泳ぎが得意
:水中にいる獲物を見つけると、上手に泳いで追いかける。
 
水中にいる獲物を見つけると、上手に泳いで追いかける。
|block=y}}
|block=y}}


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Feature #1: Does not drown
Feature #1: Does not drown
:It has a gill resembling a mouth on its head, and it does not drown even in water.
 
It has a gill resembling a mouth on its head, and it does not drown even in water.


Feature #2: Good swimmer
Feature #2: Good swimmer
:When it finds prey in the water, it skillfully swims after it.
 
When it finds prey in the water, it skillfully swims after it.
|block=y}}
|block=y}}


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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
===''Pikmin''===
===''Pikmin''===
<gallery>
<gallery>
Leaf Blue P1.jpg|Finding the first Blue Pikmin in ''Pikmin '' (leaf).
Bud Blue P1.jpg|Finding the first Blue Pikmin in ''Pikmin '' (bud).
Bud Blue P1.jpg|Finding the first Blue Pikmin in ''Pikmin '' (bud).
Flower Blue P1.jpg|Finding the first Blue Pikmin in ''Pikmin '' (flower).
Flower Blue P1.jpg|Finding the first Blue Pikmin in ''Pikmin '' (flower).
P1 HUD Blue Leaf Pikmin.png|The icon for a Blue Pikmin in the leaf stage.
P1 HUD Blue Bud Pikmin.png|The icon for a Blue Pikmin in the bud stage.
P1 HUD Blue Flower Pikmin.png|The icon for a Blue Pikmin in the flower stage.
Blue Leaf Pikmin P1S icon.png|The icon for a Blue Pikmin in the leaf stage in [[Pikmin 1 (Nintendo Switch)|the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 1'']].
Blue Bud Pikmin P1S icon.png|The icon for a Blue Pikmin in the bud stage in the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 1''.
Blue Flower Pikmin P1S icon.png|The icon for a Blue Pikmin in the bud stage in the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 1''.
Blue Pikmin thrown P1 art.png|A Blue Pikmin being thrown.
Blue Pikmin thrown P1 art.png|A Blue Pikmin being thrown.
Blue Pikmin runs P1 art.png|A Blue Pikmin running.
Blue Pikmin runs P1 art.png|A Blue Pikmin running.
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===''Pikmin 2''===
===''Pikmin 2''===
<gallery>
<gallery>
Blue Pikmin in water P2.jpg|A Blue Pikmin in the water.
Blue Pikmin leaf P2 art.png|Clay art of a shocked Blue Pikmin.
Blue Pikmin leaf P2 art.png|Clay art of a shocked Blue Pikmin.
Blue Pikmin stage two P2 art.png|Clay art of a Blue Pikmin in its second stage of maturity.
Blue Pikmin stage two P2 art.png|Clay art of a Blue Pikmin in its second stage of maturity.
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===''Pikmin 4''===
===''Pikmin 4''===
<gallery>
<gallery>
P4 Blue Bud Pikmin.png|Artwork of a Blue Pikmin in its bud stage.
P4 Blue Pikmin Render.png|Render of the Blue Pikmin.
P4 Blue Pikmin Sitting.png|Artwork of a Blue in its bud stage sitting down.
P4 Blue Bud Pikmin.png|A Blue Pikmin in its bud stage.
Pikmin 4 Blue Bud Pikmin Posing.png|Artwork of a Blue in its bud stage lying down.
Pikmin 4 Blue Bud Pikmin Posing.png|A Blue in its bud stage lying down.
Pikmin 4 Blue Pikmin Posing.png|Artwork of a Blue Pikmin in its flower stage lying down.
P4 Blue Pikmin Falling Leaf.png|Artwork of a Blue Pikmin in its leaf stage tripping.
P4 Blue Pikmin Falling Bud.png|Artwork of a Blue Pikmin in its bud stage tripping.
P4 Blue Pikmin on Chance Totem.png|Artwork of a Blue Pikmin on a Chance Totem.
P4 Blue Pikmin on Chance Totem.png|Artwork of a Blue Pikmin on a Chance Totem.
P4 Throwing.png|Artwork of the [[Pikmin 4 player character|Rescue Officer]] throwing a Blue Pikmin.
Pikmin 4 Blue Pikmin Posing.png|A Blue Pikmin in its flower stage lying down
P4 Blue Pikmin showcase.png|Artwork of a Blue Pikmin swimming.
Pikmin 4 Captioned Blue Pikmin.png|Artwork of a Blue Pikmin with Korean text.
Pikmin Garden Blue Pikmin render.png|A render of the Blue Pikmin from the [[Pikmin Garden]] Piklopedia.
Blue Pikmin P4 icon.png|The Piklopedia icon of the Blue Pikmin in ''Pikmin 4''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


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