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'''Leaders''' ({{j|リーダー|Rīdā}}, lit.: "Leader"), unofficially also called '''captains''', are the characters the player controls in the {{pg}}. Leaders have the ability to lead a [[squad]] of [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]], and can command the squad through [[throw]]ing, [[whistle|whistling]], and other actions. Each of the | '''Leaders''' ({{j|リーダー|Rīdā}}, lit.: "Leader"), unofficially also called '''captains''', are the characters the player controls in the {{pg}}. Leaders have the ability to lead a [[squad]] of [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]], and can command the squad through [[throw]]ing, [[whistle|whistling]], and other actions. Each of the 8 leaders in the series is an alien explorer with some role in the mission, with the exception of [[Oatchi]] who is a space dog. Some games have multiple leaders which can be switched between, allowing multiple squads to be managed at a time. | ||
In {{p1}}, there is only one leader, [[Olimar]], an employee of [[Hocotate Freight]] who crash-landed on [[PNF-404]]. In {{p2}}, [[Louie]] is added as a second character, also controlled by the player; it is possible to switch between the two playable leaders by pressing {{button|gc|y|wii|- | In {{p1}}, there is only one leader, [[Olimar]], an employee of [[Hocotate Freight]] who crash-landed on [[PNF-404]]. In {{p2}}, [[Louie]] is added as a second character, also controlled by the player; it is possible to switch between the two playable leaders by pressing {{button|gc|y|wii|-}}. Louie is replaced by [[The President]] after the debt is cleared. In {{p3}} there are three new leaders: the engineer [[Alph]], the botanist [[Brittany]], and the crew's captain, [[Charlie]]. {{button|wiiu|y|wii|-|wiiu|pcy}} is used to switch in the original ''Pikmin 3'' and the [[action menu]] is used to switch in {{p3d}}. | ||
[[Puffstool]]s, [[Antenna Beetle]]s, mature [[Bulbmin]], the [[Scornet Maestro]] | [[Puffstool]]s, [[Antenna Beetle]]s, mature [[Bulbmin]], and the [[Scornet Maestro]] act as naturally occurring enemy leaders, in each of the three ''Pikmin'' games, stealing the player's Pikmin or scouting with their own type of underlings. | ||
==Inactive leader== | ==Inactive leader== | ||
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[[File:Captain Olimar P2 clay art.png|thumb|100px|Captain Olimar's clay artwork from ''Pikmin 2''.]] | [[File:Captain Olimar P2 clay art.png|thumb|100px|Captain Olimar's clay artwork from ''Pikmin 2''.]] | ||
{{main|Captain Olimar}} | {{main|Captain Olimar}} | ||
'''Captain Olimar''', often simply called '''Olimar''', is the main character of the [[Pikmin series|''Pikmin'' series]]. He is the Hocotate Freight employee who discovered [[PNF-404]] and the [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]]. He is the captain of his personal ship, the [[S.S. Dolphin]], until it is sold to repay some of the debt at the start of ''Pikmin 2''. In ''Pikmin 3'', Captain Olimar is a non-playable character that appears later in the story. However, he is playable in [[Bingo Battle]] and certain [[Mission Mode]] stages. Olimar is also playable in the [[Side Story]] missions | '''Captain Olimar''', often simply called '''Olimar''', is the main character of the [[Pikmin series|''Pikmin'' series]]. He is the Hocotate Freight employee who discovered [[PNF-404]] and the [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]]. He is the captain of his personal ship, the [[S.S. Dolphin]], until it is sold to repay some of the debt at the start of ''Pikmin 2''. In ''Pikmin 3'', Captain Olimar is a non-playable character that appears later in the story. However, he is playable in [[Bingo Battle]] and certain [[Mission Mode]] stages. In {{p3d}}, Olimar is also playable in the [[Side Story]] missions. | ||
===Louie=== | ===Louie=== | ||
[[File:P2 | [[File:Louie P2 art.png|left|thumb|90px|Louie.]] | ||
{{main|Louie}} | {{main|Louie}} | ||
'''Louie''' first appears in ''Pikmin 2'' and serves as a partner to Olimar, commanding Pikmin as his sidekick. He is relatively new to the shipping business and has a ravenous appetite. He was raised by his [[Louie's | '''Louie''' first appears in ''Pikmin 2'' and serves as a partner to Olimar, commanding Pikmin as his sidekick. He is relatively new to the shipping business and has a ravenous appetite. He was raised by his [[Louie's Family|grandmother]], who made him play with bugs and eat them, from where it is assumed that his great affinity for cooking beasts in ''Pikmin 2'' comes. After gaining 10,000 [[Poko]]s, Louie is replaced by the [[President]]. | ||
In ''Pikmin 3'', Louie is salvaged a few times by the [[Koppai]] explorers. He is only a playable leader in a few [[Mission Mode]] stages, and when playing with two leaders per team in [[Bingo Battle]]. In {{p3d}}, Louie is also playable in the [[Side Story]] missions. | |||
Recently, Louie's signature color has been changed from blue to yellow, as seen in the side stories of ''Pikmin 3 Deluxe'' and the updates to the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 2''. The reason for this is unclear, but likely has to do with giving all of the pre-''Pikmin 4'' leaders their own unique color. | Recently, Louie's signature color has been changed from blue to yellow, as seen in the side stories of ''Pikmin 3 Deluxe'' and the updates to the Nintendo Switch version of ''Pikmin 2''. The reason for this is unclear, but likely has to do with giving all of the pre-''Pikmin 4'' leaders their own unique color. | ||
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[[File:President P2 art.png|thumb|135px|left|The President.]] | [[File:President P2 art.png|thumb|135px|left|The President.]] | ||
{{main|The President}} | {{main|The President}} | ||
'''The President''' is the owner of [[Hocotate Freight]], and is a playable character in ''[[Pikmin 2]]''. He is called "Shacho" in the Japanese [[Region|version]], which is Japanese for "President". After returning back to Hocotate after clearing the debt, the President becomes the replacement for Louie for the rest of ''Pikmin 2'' | '''The President''' is the owner of [[Hocotate Freight]], and is a playable character in ''[[Pikmin 2]]''. He is called "Shacho" in the Japanese [[Region|version]], which is Japanese for "President". After returning back to Hocotate after clearing the debt, the President becomes the replacement for Louie for the rest of ''Pikmin 2'''s duration. He is mentioned many times throughout ''Pikmin 3'', such as in [[Olimar's Log (Exploration Notes)|Olimar's Log]]. There is a snow sculpture of him in the [[Distant Tundra]], and the Lucky Marble in Bingo Battle resembles his head. However, he does not appear as a character in this game whatsoever. | ||
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===Alph=== | ===Alph=== | ||
[[File:Pikmin3Captains.png|thumb|200px|Alph, Brittany, and Charlie.]] | [[File:Pikmin3Captains.png|thumb|200px|Alph, Brittany, and Charlie.]] | ||
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Charlie is the captain of the Koppaite trio. Though acting tough, he is caught quite off-guard by the Pikmin on the foreign planet. He also tries his best to appear as a good leader, but nonetheless the crew members all have equal say in decision-making. Aside from these traits, his personality differs noticeably between the European and American versions of ''Pikmin 3''. In the former, he appears to be very fond of Brittany, but in the latter, he is instead portrayed as being very egotistical. His hair is styled in a flattop pattern, but unlike Alph and Brittany, Charlie's hair does not match his suit's color scheme. Instead, his hair and mustache are dark brown, whereas his suit has green accents. By extension, his suit bears a five-point star, which presumably denotes his superior rank. Humorously, Charlie also owns a rubber ducky that he is very fond of. | Charlie is the captain of the Koppaite trio. Though acting tough, he is caught quite off-guard by the Pikmin on the foreign planet. He also tries his best to appear as a good leader, but nonetheless the crew members all have equal say in decision-making. Aside from these traits, his personality differs noticeably between the European and American versions of ''Pikmin 3''. In the former, he appears to be very fond of Brittany, but in the latter, he is instead portrayed as being very egotistical. His hair is styled in a flattop pattern, but unlike Alph and Brittany, Charlie's hair does not match his suit's color scheme. Instead, his hair and mustache are dark brown, whereas his suit has green accents. By extension, his suit bears a five-point star, which presumably denotes his superior rank. Humorously, Charlie also owns a rubber ducky that he is very fond of. | ||
=== | ===Player character=== | ||
[[File:Oatchi You and Pikmin.png|thumb|200px|The default character design and Oatchi.]] | [[File:Oatchi You and Pikmin.png|thumb|200px|The default character design and Oatchi.]] | ||
{{main| | {{main|Pikmin 4 player character}} | ||
The | The main character of ''[[Pikmin 4]]'' is a customizable character, referred to in promotional material and in the game's introduction as "You". Their name and appearance can be customized in a character creator. They are the newest recruit to the [[Rescue Corps]], sent to rescue them from a crash landing after trying to rescue [[Captain Olimar]] for the same reason. | ||
The default design of this character (shown in trailers and | The default design of this character (shown in trailers and promotion art) has a full head of unkempt red hair, one long eyelash atop each eye, rosy cheeks, a small spherical nose, a small circular open mouth, an orange antenna light, as well as a full red [[spacesuit]] with white gloves and boots. Their ID card states they are from the planet Karut. | ||
===Oatchi=== | ===Oatchi=== | ||
{{main|Oatchi}} | {{main|Oatchi}} | ||
The space dog Oatchi is | The space dog Oatchi is also a playable character. Unlike the main player character, he cannot be customized, but his collar color will match the [[Rescue Corps]] suit color. He can be taught skills such as increasing his strength, allowing him to use the [[Go Here!]] function, or unlocking the ability to pluck. Just like the player character, he can call back Pikmin, but he uses a bark instead of a [[whistle]]. He can also throw Pikmin using his mouth. Instead of being able to [[charge]] or [[swarm]] Pikmin, he can dash forward in a "Rush", which damages and stuns enemies on impact while launching any Pikmin he is carrying at them. | ||
==Enemies as leaders== | ==Enemies as leaders== | ||
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===Moss=== | ===Moss=== | ||
{{main|Moss}} | {{main|Moss}} | ||
Moss is a special enemy encountered in | Moss is a special enemy encountered in [[Hero's Hideaway]] before completing [[Leafling Showdown]]. She will patrol the area and whistle any pikmin nearby, in your squad or otherwise. When she does, they latch onto her body and cannot be whistled off. Once she take enough damage, however, she will run away and shake off the pikmin from her body and her control, allow them to be whistled once more. | ||
=== | ===Leaflings=== | ||
{{main| | {{main|Leafling}} | ||
Mainly appearing in various [[Dandori Challenge]] caves in ''Pikmin 4'', dubbed by the Rescue Corp as "leaflings", these mysterious humanoid lifeforms can wield Pikmin and other utilities just as a playable leader can, and have a strong obsession with [[dandori]], so much that certain ones faints upon seeing an impeccable performance of dandori. While not explicitly stated, it is highly likely these are castaways somehow biology transformed to fit the hazardous environment and atmosphere of PNF-404. One of the leaflings notably closely resembles Captain Olimar, and commands Moss, the space dog Olimar possesses in the tutorial. | |||
== Gameplay differences between characters == | == Gameplay differences between characters == | ||
Normally, all playable leader characters work exactly the same in terms of gameplay, making choosing a specific one a preference for the player. | Normally, all playable leader characters work exactly the same in terms of gameplay, making choosing a specific one a preference for the player. | ||
However, in ''Pikmin 2'', Louie and the President are actually slightly taller than Olimar, which has a very slight impact in the gameplay. Clipping through the bridge near the [[Geographic Projection]] using the [[Napsack]]{{cite youtube|SafoGOWLIg8|showing how to clip through the bridge with the Napsack|m=9|s= | However, in ''Pikmin 2'', Louie and the President are actually slightly taller than Olimar, which has a very slight impact in the gameplay. Clipping through the bridge near the [[Geographic Projection]] using the [[Napsack]]{{cite youtube|SafoGOWLIg8|showing how to clip through the bridge with the Napsack|m=9|s=07}} is considerably easier with Louie and the President, compared to Olimar. It can also be noted that in this game, the [[music]] switches from straight eight notes when controlling Captain Olimar to swing time when controlling Louie or the President. | ||
In ''Pikmin 3'', Brittany has a minor special role at the [[Formidable Oak]] since she's the one the Pikmin will initially follow. If she falls, [[Captain Charlie]] will take her place, and then [[Alph]]. Charlie's frame is also larger, and when he [[Throw|holds on]] to another leader or Pikmin, they're actually a bit further outward than with Alph or Brittany. In the original ''Pikmin 3'', this makes Captain Charlie ideal for releasing Pikmin or leaders [[out of bounds|through walls]]. | In ''Pikmin 3'', Brittany has a minor special role at the [[Formidable Oak]] since she's the one the Pikmin will initially follow. If she falls, [[Captain Charlie]] will take her place, and then [[Alph]]. Charlie's frame is also larger, and when he [[Throw|holds on]] to another leader or Pikmin, they're actually a bit further outward than with Alph or Brittany. In the original ''Pikmin 3'', this makes Captain Charlie ideal for releasing Pikmin or leaders [[out of bounds|through walls]]. | ||
In ''Pikmin 4'', [[ | In ''Pikmin 4'', the [[Pikmin 4 player character|player character]] and [[Oatchi]] have many major differences. Oatchi can jump, charge himself at enemies, and bite enemies if he has no Pikmin. Also, the Pikmin in Oatchi's squad stay on his back instead of following him. In addition, Oatchi cannot pluck at first, and it is unknown if he can ever [[charge]] Pikmin, or [[swarm]] them. The player character can pluck from the start, and can unlock [[charge]] and [[swarm]], but cannot jump, charge themselves, or bite. Their Pikmin also follow behind them unlike [[Oatchi]]. | ||
== Leader is down == | == Leader is down == | ||
When a leader loses all of their [[health]], they become unconscious. In ''[[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin]]'', the day ends and all [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] that aren't in an [[Onion]] die. In | When a leader loses all of their [[health]], they become unconscious. In ''[[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin]]'', the day ends and all [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] that aren't in an [[Onion]] die. In ''[[Pikmin 2]]'' and ''[[Pikmin 3]]'', this only occurs if all leaders faint; otherwise, the Pikmin that were with the fallen leader become idle, and the leader is moved to the [[Hocotate ship]] or the [[S.S. Drake]], where they stay until the end of the [[day]]. | ||
In ''Pikmin'', if Captain Olimar's suit takes too much damage, there will be a [[cutscene]] with his space suit being electrified, then Olimar falling down. Eventually, the screen will turn black and white. The words "Olimar is down" will then appear on-screen and the day's journal will read as follows: | In ''Pikmin'', if Captain Olimar's suit takes too much damage, there will be a [[cutscene]] with his space suit being electrified, then Olimar falling down. Eventually, the screen will turn black and white. The words "Olimar is down" will then appear on-screen and the day's journal will read as follows: | ||
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{{transcript|I've been careless, sustaining damage beyond my space suit's limits. My crisis transport system saved me, but I lost all of the Pikmin I had with me. I must pay closer mind to my space suit damage meter in the bottom-left corner of the screen. I can press {{button|gc|a|wii|a}} by the Dolphin to repair my suit.|block=y}} | {{transcript|I've been careless, sustaining damage beyond my space suit's limits. My crisis transport system saved me, but I lost all of the Pikmin I had with me. I must pay closer mind to my space suit damage meter in the bottom-left corner of the screen. I can press {{button|gc|a|wii|a}} by the Dolphin to repair my suit.|block=y}} | ||
In ''Pikmin 4'' if a leader runs out of health, they will be teleported to the [[S.S. Beagle]] | In ''Pikmin 4'' if a leader runs out of health, they will be teleported to the [[S.S. Beagle]], where they will slowly regain health. The other leader can stop the health regeneration and bring the leader back to life by pressing {{button|switch|a}} next to the knocked-out leader. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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Olimar Shacho.png|Captain Olimar and the President of Hocotate Freight. | Olimar Shacho.png|Captain Olimar and the President of Hocotate Freight. | ||
Olimar guides Red Pikmin P1 art.png|Artwork of Olimar from {{P1}}. | Olimar guides Red Pikmin P1 art.png|Artwork of Olimar from {{P1}}. | ||
Louie with White Pikmin.jpg|Clay art of Louie. | |||
Hocotate President Shocked.png|Clay art of The President. | Hocotate President Shocked.png|Clay art of The President. | ||
Alph Awakening.png|Alph waking up in the Tropical Wilds. | Alph Awakening.png|Alph waking up in the Tropical Wilds. | ||
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Leaders E3 2012 screenshot.png|The leaders in an [[Pikmin 3 prerelease information|earlier]] E3 2012 build of ''Pikmin 3''. | Leaders E3 2012 screenshot.png|The leaders in an [[Pikmin 3 prerelease information|earlier]] E3 2012 build of ''Pikmin 3''. | ||
movie01.jpg|All three leaders from ''Pikmin 3''. | movie01.jpg|All three leaders from ''Pikmin 3''. | ||
All leaders' silouhette.png|A montage showing every leader's silouhette. From left to right and top to bottom: The President, Alph, Brittany, Charlie, Louie, Captain Olimar. | All leaders' silouhette.png|A montage showing every leader's silouhette. From left to right and top to bottom: The President, Alph, Brittany, Charlie, Louie, Captain Olimar. | ||
You Walking.png|The | You Walking.png|The player character in ''Pikmin 4''. | ||
Oatchirender.png|Oatchi in ''Pikmin 4'' | Oatchirender.png|Oatchi in ''Pikmin 4'' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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[[File:P3D 2 Player Ghost Leaders.jpg|thumb|left|200px|2 copies of Charlie on day 1.]] | [[File:P3D 2 Player Ghost Leaders.jpg|thumb|left|200px|2 copies of Charlie on day 1.]] | ||
*In ''[[Pikmin 3 Deluxe]]'', if the [[Story Mode]] is played with two players during a moment where only one leader should be playable, the second player will control an exact copy of that leader. The other player will appear translucent from the other person's perspective. | *In ''[[Pikmin 3 Deluxe]]'', if the [[Story Mode]] is played with two players during a moment where only one leader should be playable, the second player will control an exact copy of that leader. The other player will appear translucent from the other person's perspective. | ||
*Leaders are on occasion referred to as captains by players. This might be because the term is often used to refer to certain leaders in the games. In reality, [[Olimar]], [[Charlie]], and [[Shepherd]] are the only known individuals to officially hold the title of Captain, and are referred to as such | *Leaders are on occasion erroneously referred to as captains by players. This might be because the term is often used to refer to certain leaders in the games. In reality, [[Olimar]], [[Charlie]], and [[Shepherd]] are the only known individuals to officially hold the title of Captain, and are referred to as such. | ||
*The [[Strategy guides|''Pikmin 2'' Nintendo Player's Guide]] uniquely refers to the leaders as '''pilots'''. | *The [[Strategy guides|''Pikmin 2'' Nintendo Player's Guide]] uniquely refers to the leaders as '''pilots'''. | ||
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==See also== | ==See also== | ||
*[[Minor characters]] | *[[Minor characters]] | ||
*[[Pikmin family]] | *[[Pikmin family]] |