Rescue Journal

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The Rescue Journal is a series of notes avalible on the player's Tablet in Pikmin 4. These entries cover a variety of topics, such as commanding troops for efficient rescue activity or detailing the history of the Rescue Corps written by the various rescue corps captain of the Shepherd bloodline.

Tips and tricks

These are advices from past captains detailing ways to efficiently multitask, as well as introducing several more advance commands.

#1: Rescue Journal

This is where you'll find advice left by captains both past and present. I have no doubt the knowledge and wisdom they share here will guide you well.
-Erma Shepherd, Captain in Command

#2: Checking Your Surroundings

Look around by tilting (left and right), and move (up and down) to change your view. Press to look straight ahead in a snap. Remember—you must always remain vigilant.
-Nilman Shepherd, 5th Captain

#3: Command Formations

Press or to select personnel and issue precise orders to your units. Quickly select your Rescue Pup by pressing and at the same time.
-Kalm Shepherd, 12th Captain

#4: Disband

Use (hold)+(up) to leave only vital personnel in your squad. Disband a second time when you're ready to go solo.
-Danne Shepherd, 21th Captain

#5: Auto Target Lock

When the Auto Target Lock cursor finds the target you want, press to manually lock onto that target. Press again to unlock or switch targets.
-Rose Shepherd, 29th Captain

#6: Rush

Charge up your Rescue Pup's power to the max with (hold), then release to Rush. You'll be able to run, smash, shake, and break through all kinds of trouble!
-Morgan Shepherd, 38th Captain

#7: Command

When you have trouble finding a castaway or anything else you're looking for, use (hold)+(left) to command your Rescue Pup to sniff them out.
-Dave Shepherd, 44th Captain

#8: Switch

When you need to split into two teams, switch the search leadership to your Rescue Pup by using (hold)+(down).
-Chris Shepherd, 55th Captain

#9: Pack

When you need to find the most effective item for the situation, open your pack with (hold)+(right) and assess your choices.
-John Shepherd, 61th Captain

#12: Move Base

Rescues are all about knowledge and racing against time. Try changing the location of your base so you can transport things the shortest distance.
-Viz shepherd, 91th Captain.

Captain's Diary

A collection of diary entries from Captains across generations, offering insights on the Rescue Corps' past.

#1

The previous captain, my father, was the very definition of generous. When a rescue call came in, he'd zoom off without a moment's notice. Once the mission was complete, he'd refuse to accept payment from whoever he rescued. He did this one mission after another. And now, due to his generosity, the Rescue Corps is...pretty much broke.
-Erma Shepherd, Captain in Command.

See also

• Hint
• Tablet