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'''Wild Pikmin''' are occasionally encountered throughout the [[Pikmin series|series]] as a way of obtaining Pikmin without needing to grow them through the use of an [[Onion]]. They are often found fighting an [[enemy]], programmed such that they cannot die until they are in possession of a [[leader]]. They can also be found sitting [[idle]] or in the ground as [[sprout]]s. Although rare in earlier games, this becomes a major gameplay mechanic in ''[[Hey! Pikmin]]'' and ''[[Pikmin 4]]''. | '''Wild Pikmin''' are occasionally encountered throughout the [[Pikmin series|series]] as a way of obtaining Pikmin without needing to grow them through the use of an [[Onion]]. They are often found fighting an [[enemy]], programmed such that they cannot die until they are in possession of a [[leader]]. They can also be found sitting [[idle]] or in the ground as [[sprout]]s. Although rare in earlier games, this becomes a major gameplay mechanic in ''[[Hey! Pikmin]]'' and ''[[Pikmin 4]]''. | ||
It is unknown how these Pikmin were propagated but several possibilities are implied | It is unknown how these Pikmin were propagated but several possibilities are implied{{source needed}}, such as [[Olimar]] and/or [[Louie]] having previously visited the area leaving them behind, or that Pikmin have learned to become self-sufficient. There are also certain [[Sprout#Pikmin seed|events]] which can naturally produce a seed as well as [[Smoky Progg|creatures]] able to uproot the sprouts. All games' versions of [[Challenge Mode]] either start the player with a set number of Pikmin or sprouts available to pluck, but these are not counted here as they are not part of any game's main Pikmin count. | ||
== ''Pikmin'' == | == ''Pikmin'' == | ||
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* [[Valley of Repose]]: 5 [[Red Pikmin]] are found fighting a [[Dwarf Bulborb]] at the very beginning of the game. | * [[Valley of Repose]]: 5 [[Red Pikmin]] are found fighting a [[Dwarf Bulborb]] at the very beginning of the game. | ||
* [[Perplexing Pool]]: 5 [[Yellow Pikmin]] are found sitting high up in a tree at the center of the area. | * [[Perplexing Pool]]: 5 [[Yellow Pikmin]] are found sitting high up in a tree at the center of the area. | ||
* [[Awakening Wood]]: 5 [[Blue Pikmin]] are found fighting some [[ | * [[Awakening Wood]]: 5 [[Blue Pikmin]] are found fighting some [[Wogpoles]] in an area behind an [[electric gate]]. | ||
In addition, all juvenile [[Bulbmin]] found are in effect wild Pikmin. Once again, the ending of the game and other scenes show Pikmin that might not have been grown by the game's leaders. | In addition, all juvenile [[Bulbmin]] found are in effect wild Pikmin. Once again, the ending of the game and other scenes show Pikmin that might not have been grown by the game's leaders. | ||
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== ''Pikmin 4'' == | == ''Pikmin 4'' == | ||
The concept of wild Pikmin in ''Pikmin 4'' becomes an official term used in-game as it is now a major mechanic for obtaining Pikmin. Wild Pikmin are encountered in nearly every [[cave]] of the game and obtaining them is sometimes the only way to progress through the cave. They are also commonly found in [[Dandori Challenge]]s, including the [[Trial of the Sage Leaf]]. They are always found in groups of 5 either fighting enemies, as sprouts, sitting idle, or hidden within [[ | The concept of wild Pikmin in ''Pikmin 4'' becomes an official term used in-game as it is now a major mechanic for obtaining Pikmin. Wild Pikmin are encountered in nearly every [[cave]] of the game and obtaining them is sometimes the only way to progress through the cave. They are also commonly found in [[Dandori Challenge]]s, including the [[Trial of the Sage Leaf]]. They are always found in groups of 5 either fighting enemies, as sprouts, sitting idle, or hidden within [[obstacles]] such as [[jars]] and [[hydro jellies]]. Wild Pikmin that are working on a task or fighting an enemy will not respond to the player's [[whistle]] until the player helps them finish the task. | ||
Caves can be revisited as many times as needed to increase numbers, though wild Pikmin found in obstacles will not reappear (as destroyed obstacles do not come back after a cave is completed). The number of wild Pikmin in a given cave can vary greatly between visits depending on how many of a type the player controls (the number stored in Onions does not affect this). No wild Pikmin will spawn if the player has 96 to [[Pikmin limit|100 Pikmin]], though [[Candypop Bud]]s will often be found in locations where groups of sprouts or living Pikmin would normally be. Enemies can only kill wild Pikmin if they're not working on a task. The player can also kill wild Pikmin using [[bomb rock]]s or other explosives. Wild Pikmin deaths are not recorded in result screens later. | Caves can be revisited as many times as needed to increase numbers, though wild Pikmin found in obstacles will not reappear (as destroyed obstacles do not come back after a cave is completed). The number of wild Pikmin in a given cave can vary greatly between visits depending on how many of a type the player controls (the number stored in Onions does not affect this). No wild Pikmin will spawn if the player has 96 to [[Pikmin limit|100 Pikmin]], though [[Candypop Bud]]s will often be found in locations where groups of sprouts or living Pikmin would normally be. Enemies can only kill wild Pikmin if they're not working on a task. The player can also kill wild Pikmin using [[bomb rock]]s or other explosives. Wild Pikmin deaths are not recorded in result screens later. | ||
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{{game help|p4|Explain the rules around these Wild Pikmin.}} | {{game help|p4|Explain the rules around these Wild Pikmin.}} | ||
In the game's prologue, and in the [[Hero's Hideaway]] in [[Olimar's Shipwreck Tale]], Pikmin can initially only be found as Wild Pikmin, and cannot be taken out of the Onion | In the game's prologue, and in the [[Hero's Hideaway]] in [[Olimar's Shipwreck Tale]], Pikmin can initially only be found as Wild Pikmin, and cannot be taken out of the Onion. | ||
== ''Hey! Pikmin'' == | == ''Hey! Pikmin'' == | ||