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|name = Oculus terribilis dotticum larva (2nd molt) ''(''[[Pikmin 4]]'')''<br>Oculus terribilis ''(''[[Pikmin 2]]'')''<br>Oculus terribilis tinius ''(''[[Pikmin]]'' Player's Guide)' | |name = Oculus terribilis dotticum larva (2nd molt) ''(''[[Pikmin 4]]'')''<br>Oculus terribilis ''(''[[Pikmin 2]]'')''<br>Oculus terribilis tinius ''(''[[Pikmin]]'' Player's Guide)' | ||
|family = Grub-dog | |family = Grub-dog | ||
|areas = [[The Distant Spring]], [[Perplexing Pool]], [[Distant Tundra]], [[Giant's Hearth]] | |areas = [[The Distant Spring]], [[Perplexing Pool]], [[Distant Tundra]], [[Giant's Hearth]], [[Primordial Thicket]] ([[night expedition|night]]) | ||
|underground = [[Frontier Cavern]], [[Glutton's Kitchen]], [[Hole of Heroes]], [[Dream Den | |underground = [[Frontier Cavern]], [[Glutton's Kitchen]], [[Hole of Heroes]], [[Dream Den]], [[Plunder Palace]] | ||
|challenge = [[The Forest of Hope]], [[The Final Trial]], [[Hot House]], [[Subterranean Lair]], [[Emperor's Realm]] | |challenge = [[The Forest of Hope]], [[The Final Trial]], [[Hot House]], [[Subterranean Lair]], [[Emperor's Realm]] | ||
|missionct = [[Beastly Caverns]] | |missionct = [[Beastly Caverns]] | ||
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}} | }} | ||
'''Dwarf Bulbears''' ({{j|チビクマ|Chibi Kuma|Dwarf Bear}}) are [[Enemy|enemies]] found in all four main {{pg}}. Unlike most [[Dwarf Bulborb]] species, which generally are members of the [[Breadbug family]] that mimic larger Bulborbs as a survival tactic, Dwarf Bulbears are true [[grub-dog]]s, being the offspring of [[Spotty Bulbear]]s. Dwarf Bulbears are notably tougher and more alert than Dwarf Bulborbs, and are almost always found following Spotty Bulbears around on their patrol paths. | |||
==Stats== | ==Stats== | ||
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|weight1 = 3 |weight2 = 3 |weight3 = 3 |weight4 = 3 | |weight1 = 3 |weight2 = 3 |weight3 = 3 |weight4 = 3 | ||
|carriers1 = 6 |carriers2 = 6 |carriers3 = 6 |carriers4 = 6 | |carriers1 = 6 |carriers2 = 6 |carriers3 = 6 |carriers4 = 6 | ||
|seeds1 = 5 |seeds2 = 4 |seeds3 = 3 |seeds4 = 4 | |seeds1 = 5 |seeds2 = 4 |seeds3 = 3 |seeds4 = 4 | ||
|value2 = 2 |value3 = 20 |value4 = 3 | |value2 = 2 |value3 = 20 |value4 = 3 | ||
|hp1 = 180 |hp2 = 500 |hp3 = 200 |hp4 = 300 | |hp1 = 180 |hp2 = 500 |hp3 = 200 |hp4 = 300 | ||
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==Behavior== | ==Behavior== | ||
===''Pikmin''=== | ===''Pikmin''=== | ||
In {{p1}}, Dwarf Bulbears are essentially stronger versions of [[Dwarf Bulborb]]s | In {{p1}}, Dwarf Bulbears are essentially stronger versions of [[Dwarf Bulborb]]s. They are found sniffing the air instead of the ground, and can notice Pikmin from a greater distance. They have almost 40% more [[health]] and are able to stand more than one direct hit from a Pikmin. Dwarf Bulbears shriek when aggravated to alert any Spotty Bulbears in the vicinity. To shake off Pikmin, they swing their bodies first, and then perform a backflip. This shaking behavior is exclusive to this creature and this game. Exclusively seen in Challenge Mode, Dwarf Bulbears also wake up Spotty Bulborbs when shrieking. | ||
===''Pikmin 2'' | ===''Pikmin 2'' ''Pikmin 3'' and Pikmin 4 === | ||
In {{p2}} and {{p3}}, Dwarf Bulbears act even more similar to Dwarf Bulborbs, sniffing the ground and shaking off Pikmin with a regular head-shake. And although they have substantially more health in these two games, a single Pikmin thrown onto their back kills them instantly (not the case in Pikmin 4), unlike in ''Pikmin''. They are now slightly more alert, however, and will almost instantly react if Pikmin or a Leader stray into their territory. When detecting potential prey, they will sniff the ground faster for a moment, before audibly "yipping" and beginning pursuit. | |||
Starting with {{p2}}, the behavior of a Dwarf Bulbear is largely dependent on if a Spotty Bulbear is present. While Dwarf Bulbears will idly sniff the ground and wait for prey to pass by if unattended, they will actively follow around Spotty Bulbears as soon as they notice them; if one hears Dwarf Bulbears "yipping" with no Pikmin nearby, take caution, as they have noticed and begun patrolling with their 'parent.' Dwarf Bulbears generally will not stray from their parent's side unless they detect Pikmin or a Leader, in which case they will break formation to attack their prey. | |||
==Biology== | ==Biology== | ||
Like the Spotty Bulbear, Dwarf Bulbears have a mammalian appearance and a black backside with red spots. The Dwarf Bulbear also has the mouth texture and snout structure of the Bulbear, and they share eye colors in ''Pikmin'' and ''Pikmin 3''. In ''Pikmin'', Dwarf bulbears have glowing red eyes like the adult [[Bulbear]]s do. Likewise, in ''Pikmin 3'', Dwarf Bulbears share deep purple-colored eyes with [[Bulbear]]s. However, in ''Pikmin 2'', Dwarf Bulbears share the same blue eye textures with [[Dwarf Bulborb]]s and adult [[Bulbear]]s share the same purple eye textures with the [[Bulborb|Red Bulborb]]s. | Like the Spotty Bulbear, Dwarf Bulbears have a mammalian appearance and a black backside with red spots. The Dwarf Bulbear also has the mouth texture and snout structure of the Bulbear, and they share eye colors in ''Pikmin'' and ''Pikmin 3''. In ''Pikmin'', Dwarf bulbears have glowing red eyes like the adult [[Bulbear]]s do. Likewise, in ''Pikmin 3'', Dwarf Bulbears share deep purple-colored eyes with [[Bulbear]]s. However, in ''Pikmin 2'', Dwarf Bulbears share the same blue eye textures with [[Dwarf Bulborb]]s and adult [[Bulbear]]s share the same purple eye textures with the [[Bulborb|Red Bulborb]]s. | ||
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Dwarf Bulbears' habit of following a parent is similar to that of actual bears, although bears and most mammals do not define a route so much as a range of territory. Dwarf Bulbears are able to "switch parents" if their current "parent" is defeated or the Dwarf Bulbear becomes lost. It will follow the nearest [[Spotty Bulbear]] whenever this happens. This is most commonly seen in the [[Subterranean Lair]] in challenge mode. | Dwarf Bulbears' habit of following a parent is similar to that of actual bears, although bears and most mammals do not define a route so much as a range of territory. Dwarf Bulbears are able to "switch parents" if their current "parent" is defeated or the Dwarf Bulbear becomes lost. It will follow the nearest [[Spotty Bulbear]] whenever this happens. This is most commonly seen in the [[Subterranean Lair]] in challenge mode. | ||
{{Notes|reel=y|olimar=y|louie=y|p3dpalphus=y|p3dpalpheu=y|p3dpbrittany=y|p3dpcharlie=y|p3dplouie=y|p3dpolimar=y}} | {{Notes|reel=y|olimar=y|louie=y|p3dpalphus=y|p3dpalpheu=y|p3dpbrittany=y|p3dpcharlie=y|p3dplouie=y|p3dpolimar=y}} | ||
=== Dalmo's notes === | ===Dalmo's notes=== | ||
{{transcript|This little darling is always with its beloved mother, but when it grows up | {{transcript|This little darling is always with its beloved mother, but when it grows up she'll drive it away. Though it may seem cruel, she helps it develop the confidence to survive on its own by forcing it to fend for itself. Such practical creatures could teach us a lot about learning to get by in the world.|block=y}} | ||
=== | ===Olimar’s notes (Pikmin 4)=== | ||
{{transcript|A Spotty Bulbear larva in its third stage of development, this creature's body structure is nearing maturation. However, unlike mature Bulbears, it has yet to claim its own patrol route, and thus it is dependent upon its parent for guarding direction.|block=y}} | {{transcript|A Spotty Bulbear larva in its third stage of development, this creature's body structure is nearing maturation. However, unlike mature Bulbears, it has yet to claim its own patrol route, and thus it is dependent upon its parent for guarding direction.|block=y}} | ||
===''Pikmin 2'' Nintendo Player's Guide=== | |||
=== ''Pikmin 2'' Nintendo Player's Guide === | |||
{{transcript|What Dwarf Bulbears lack in size, they make up in ferociousness. They eat Pikmin quickly and keep eating them as long as a fresh supply is available. You can flatten one of the beasts in a single stomp, but only if your aim is very good. Call your Pikmin of choice back if they miss.|block=y}} | {{transcript|What Dwarf Bulbears lack in size, they make up in ferociousness. They eat Pikmin quickly and keep eating them as long as a fresh supply is available. You can flatten one of the beasts in a single stomp, but only if your aim is very good. Call your Pikmin of choice back if they miss.|block=y}} | ||
=== ''Pikmin'' (Nintendo Switch) reel notes === | ===''Pikmin'' (Nintendo Switch) reel notes=== | ||
{{transcript| | {{transcript|It looks like an early stage of bulbear development, but this specimen appears to be nearly fully developed.|block=y}} | ||
==Glitch== | ==Glitch== | ||
{{todo|This needs elaboration and proof to be added to the glitches article.}} | {{todo|This needs elaboration and proof to be added to the glitches article.}} | ||
There's a glitch in the [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 2)|Piklopedia]] for Dwarf Bulbears while eating [[Pikpik carrot]]s, in which they die instantly. | There's a glitch in the [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 2)|Piklopedia]] for Dwarf Bulbears while eating [[Pikpik carrot]]s, in which they die instantly. | ||
==Strategy== | |||
{{guide}} | |||
===Pikmin=== | |||
An isolated Dwarf Bulbear is never a large threat. [[Group move|Swarming]] the creature with a modest group of Pikmin will almost always kill it before it can react, although it may shake a few off before succumbing. If your army isn't large enough to swarm it, or you're in a hurry, [[throw]]ing a Pikmin onto the Dwarf Bulbear's back will instantly kill it in {{p2}} and {{p3}}. Note, however, in {{p1}} and {{p4}}, the creature is durable enough to survive a direct stomp, so either call the Pikmin back before it can bite it or pelt it with multiple Pikmin to try and quickly kill it. | |||
Their true threat comes when they are following a Spotty Bulbear: The Dwarf Bulbears will both complicate ambushes on their parent and will attempt to eat Pikmin that are shaken off in battle. Even still, it is generally best to defeat the Spotty Bulbear first, as it poses the biggest threat of the family and can travel farther than the juveniles. In ''Pikmin 2'', a well-timed [[ultra-bitter spray]] can petrify the entire group of Bulbears, including the parent. With a bit of luck, a barrage of [[Purple Pikmin]] can also stun all the creatures within a small radius, leaving them vulnerable to attack. In ''Pikmin 3'', [[bomb rock]]s are the least costly method of taking out the family; normally enough bomb rocks are provided near the Bulbears' territory. If bomb rocks are not available, attack the Spotty Bulbear from the front, aiming for the eyes, and keep Pikmin from straying too far to avoid the dwarfs. After the parent is defeated, go for its offspring: throwing direct Pikmin hits on their backs is most effective, but with a large army swarming can most likely work faster with few losses. | |||
In ''[[Pikmin 4]]'', a direct hit with a Pikmin will not instantly kill the creature and will rather deal one third of the beast's total Health. | |||
===Leaders=== | |||
Punching the Dwarf Bulbear from behind is the most effective strategy. They have noticeably more health than Dwarf Bulborbs, but largely behave identically and has similarly easy to dodge attacks; it will not be a difficult fight at all. | |||
==Technical information== | ==Technical information== | ||
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|size = Body length: {{mm|27}} | |size = Body length: {{mm|27}} | ||
|piklopedia = 8 | |piklopedia = 8 | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|common = Dwarf Bulbear. It is a smaller version of the [[Spotty Bulbear]], so it shares the word "Bulbear". | |common = Dwarf Bulbear. It is a smaller version of the [[Spotty Bulbear]], so it shares the word "Bulbear". | ||
|jpcommon = {{j|チビクマ|Chibi Kuma}}. It means "Dwarf Bear", just like how the Spotty Bulbear is called {{j|クマチャッピー|Kuma Chappī}}, or "Bear Chappy". | |jpcommon = {{j|チビクマ|Chibi Kuma}}. It means "Dwarf Bear", just like how the Spotty Bulbear is called {{j|クマチャッピー|Kuma Chappī}}, or "Bear Chappy". | ||
|jpname = {{j|クマデメマダラ|Kuma Deme Madara|Bear | |jpname = {{j|クマデメマダラ|Kuma Deme Madara|Spotted Bear Bug-eye}}. It is the same as the Spotty Bulbear's. | ||
|scientific = ''Oculus terribilis dotticum larva (2nd molt)'' | |scientific = The scientific name, ''Oculus terribilis dotticum larva (2nd molt)'', is the same as the Spotty Bulbear's, minus the larva (2nd molt) phrase. Before ''Pikmin 4'', dwarf bulbears incorrectly lacked the ''dotticum'' in its name. | ||
*'''Technical name''': Diminutive Grub-Dog | *'''Technical name''': Diminutive Grub-Dog | ||
|internal = Internally, it is called <code>chappb</code> in ''Pikmin'', which is the same name as the [[Dwarf Bulborb]], <code>chappy</code>, but with a B at the end, potentially short for "bear", or simply meaning "the B version". In ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 3'', the internal name is <code>kumakochappy</code>, which actually uses a different size qualifier from its regular name: it uses {{j|コ|ko|young|f=tp}} instead of {{j|チビ|chibi|dwarf|f=tp}}. {{j|コ|ko}} is used in the normal Japanese name of all other "dwarf" enemies in the series. | |internal = Internally, it is called <code>chappb</code> in ''Pikmin'', which is the same name as the [[Dwarf Bulborb]], <code>chappy</code>, but with a B at the end, potentially short for "bear", or simply meaning "the B version". In ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 3'', the internal name is <code>kumakochappy</code>, which actually uses a different size qualifier from its regular name: it uses {{j|コ|ko|young|f=tp}} instead of {{j|チビ|chibi|dwarf|f=tp}}. {{j|コ|ko}} is used in the normal Japanese name of all other "dwarf" enemies in the series. | ||
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Dwarf Bulbear P1 art.png|Artwork of the Dwarf Bulbear. | Dwarf Bulbear P1 art.png|Artwork of the Dwarf Bulbear. | ||
Dwarf bulbears dots.gif|An animation demonstrating the Dwarf Bulbears' pulsating dots, even with the [[pause menu]] opened. | Dwarf bulbears dots.gif|An animation demonstrating the Dwarf Bulbears' pulsating dots, even with the [[pause menu]] opened. | ||
dwarfreel.png|A Dwarf Bulbear | dwarfreel.png|A Dwarf Bulbear in the [[enemy reel]]. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===''Pikmin 2''=== | ===''Pikmin 2''=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
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P2 Dwarf Bulbears Idle.png|Seven Dwarf Bulbears in the Piklopedia. | P2 Dwarf Bulbears Idle.png|Seven Dwarf Bulbears in the Piklopedia. | ||
Dwarf Bulbear P2S icon.png|The Piklopedia icon of the Dwarf Bulbear in [[Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch)|the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 2'']]. | Dwarf Bulbear P2S icon.png|The Piklopedia icon of the Dwarf Bulbear in [[Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch)|the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 2'']]. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===''Pikmin 3''=== | ===''Pikmin 3''=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Dwarf bulbear.png|Artwork of the Dwarf Bulbear. | Dwarf bulbear.png|Artwork of the Dwarf Bulbear. | ||
P3 Dwarf Bulbear Close-up.jpg|Close-up screenshot of a Dwarf Bulbear. | P3 Dwarf Bulbear Close-up.jpg|Close-up screenshot of a Dwarf Bulbear in ''Pikmin 3''. | ||
P3 Dwarf Bulbears Idle.jpg|A group of Dwarf Bulbears. | P3 Dwarf Bulbears Idle.jpg|A group of Dwarf Bulbears in ''Pikmin 3''. | ||
P3 Dwarf Bulbears Eating.jpg|A Dwarf Bulbear eating a [[Winged Pikmin]]. | P3 Dwarf Bulbears Eating.jpg|A Dwarf Bulbear eating a [[Winged Pikmin]]. | ||
Dwarf Bulbears.png|Dwarf Bulbears as seen in the ''Pikmin 3'' footage shown on the Nintendo Direct that aired on {{date|12|May|2012}}. | Dwarf Bulbears.png|Dwarf Bulbears as seen in the ''Pikmin 3'' footage shown on the Nintendo Direct that aired on {{date|12|May|2012}}. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===''Pikmin 4''=== | ===''Pikmin 4''=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
P4 Dwarf Bulbear group.jpg|A group of five Dwarf Bulbears in ''Pikmin 4'''s [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 4)|Piklopedia]]. | |||
P4 Dwarf Bulbear group.jpg|A group of five Dwarf Bulbears in | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===Other=== | ===Other=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> |