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[[File:Pik2 UltraPikmin.jpg|thumb|[[Blue Pikmin]] powered-up by an ultra-spicy spray.]]
[[File:Pik2 UltraPikmin.jpg|thumb|[[Blue Pikmin]] powered-up by an ultra-spicy spray.]]
'''Ultra-spicy spray''' is a red-colored [[spray]] that can be obtained by gathering ten ultra-spicy berries from a [[Burgeoning Spiderwort]] plant, or finding a [[Spray#Spray nectar|concentrated dose]]. When used, any Pikmin in the party will become more efficient at their tasks, and in ''[[Pikmin 3]]'', bloomed into the flower [[Maturity|stage]] as well.
'''Ultra-spicy spray''' ({{j|ゲキカラスプレー|Gekikara supurē}}) is a red-colored [[spray]] that can be obtained by gathering ten ultra-spicy berries from a [[Burgeoning Spiderwort]] plant, finding a [[Spray#Spray nectar|concentrated dose]], or in [[Bingo Battle]] and [[Dandori Battle]]s, as single-use items. In {{p4}}, they can also be obtained by throwing a Pikmin at a [[Honeywisp]] or [[Iridescent Glint Beetle]], or when defeating an enemy that is [[Ice|frozen]]. When used, any Pikmin in the party will become more efficient at their tasks, and in {{p3}} or ''Pikmin 4'', bloomed into the flower [[Maturity|stage]] as well.


== Use ==
== Use ==
By pressing {{button|gc|padd|wii|2}} in ''Pikmin 2'', or {{button|wiiu|padu|wii|padu|wiiu|pcpadu}} (or by tapping the "Spray" button on the GamePad) in ''Pikmin 3'', any [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] following the current [[leader]]'s party, regardless of distance, will be powered up; Pikmin not in the party will not be affected. In ''Pikmin 2'', their leaf, bud, or flower will be replaced with a pink flashing light, similar to the one over [[Captain Olimar|Olimar]]'s head. In ''Pikmin 3'', they will be instantly [[Maturity|upgraded]] from a leaf or bud into a flower. Aesthetically, the affected Pikmin's flower has an orange glow, while their body glows pink.
By pressing {{button|gc|padd|wii|2|switch|padd}} in {{p2}}, {{button|wiiu|padu|wii|padu|wiiu|pcpadu}} (or by tapping the [[File:Ultra-Spicy Spray P3 touch icon.png|24px]] button on the Wii U GamePad in Stylus Mode) in ''Pikmin 3'', or {{button|switch|y}} + {{button|switch|lsticku}} in ''Pikmin 3 Deluxe'', any [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] following the current [[leader]]'s party, regardless of distance, will be powered up; Pikmin not in the party will not be affected. In ''Pikmin 4'', all Pikmin on the field will be powered up, regardless of whether they are in the leader’s party, and [[Oatchi]] or [[Moss]] will also be affected. In ''Pikmin 2'', affected Pikmin's leaf, bud, or flower will be replaced with a pink flashing light, similar to the one over [[Captain Olimar|Olimar]]'s head. In ''Pikmin 3'', and ''Pikmin 4'' they will be instantly [[Maturity|upgraded]] from a leaf or bud into a flower. Aesthetically, the affected Pikmin's flower has an orange glow, while their body glows pink.


Each Pikmin's maximum speed becomes nearly as fast as flowered [[White Pikmin]], and the affected Pikmin receive a general increase in task speed, which affects their attack frequency, their efficiency when taking down [[gate]]s, constructing [[bridge]]s, and recovering from enemy attacks. This effect wears off after 40 seconds in ''Pikmin 2'', and 30 seconds in ''Pikmin 3'', all effects wear off.
Each Pikmin's maximum running speed becomes nearly as fast as flowered [[White Pikmin]], and the affected Pikmin receive a general increase in task speed, which affects their attack frequency, their efficiency when taking down [[gate]]s, constructing [[bridge]]s, and recovering from enemy attacks. The effects wear off after 40 seconds in ''Pikmin 2'', and 30 seconds in ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Pikmin 4'', though they keep their newly-gained flower maturity.


While the spray's effect can be extremely useful in many situations, caution should be observed, as [[Water|drowning]] Pikmin sprayed with an ultra-spicy spray will actually die more quickly than unsprayed Pikmin. In ''Pikmin 2'', [[Fire|burning]] and [[Poison|suffocating]] Pikmin will also perish sooner, but in the sequel, burning spicy Pikmin last just as long as normal ones (although their death animation runs faster than normal). Finally, because the Pikmin's running speed is slightly less than a flower White Pikmin, spraying a group of flower White Pikmin will actually make them walk slightly slower.
While the spray's effect can be extremely useful in many situations, caution should be observed, as [[Water|drowning]] Pikmin sprayed with an ultra-spicy spray will actually die more quickly than unsprayed Pikmin. In ''Pikmin 2'', [[Fire|burning]] and [[Poison|suffocating]] Pikmin will also perish sooner, but in the sequel, burning spicy Pikmin last just as long as normal ones (although their death animation runs faster than normal). Finally, because the Pikmin's running speed is slightly less than a flower White Pikmin, spraying a group of flower White Pikmin will actually make them walk slightly slower.


Pikmin [[carrying]] objects have their attributes changed in a different way. In ''Pikmin 2'', all the spray does is make the Pikmin behave as if they are flower Pikmin, meaning that spraying a group that is already all flowers is a complete waste. If the effects of the spray wear off while the Pikmin are carrying the object, they will continue carrying at the same speed as if they were powered up, until they deliver the object or drop it. This makes this exploit particularly useful when retrieving the [[Doomsday Apparatus]]. In ''Pikmin 3'', it sets the Pikmin to the same carrying speed as a standard-type flower Pikmin, meaning that White Pikmin actually become slower carriers. In this game, the previously mentioned exploit with the timer running out mid-carrying does not exist.
Pikmin [[carrying]] objects have their attributes changed in a different way. In ''Pikmin 2'', all the spray does is make the Pikmin behave as if they are flower Pikmin, meaning that spraying a group that is already all flowers is a complete waste. If the effects of the spray wear off while the Pikmin are carrying the object, they will continue carrying at the same speed as if they were powered up, until they deliver the object or drop it. This makes this exploit particularly useful when retrieving the [[Doomsday Apparatus]], and can also be used to [[Glitches in Pikmin 2#Carrying charge|manipulate the treasure's carrying speed]]. In ''Pikmin 3'', it sets the Pikmin to the same carrying speed as a standard-type flower Pikmin, meaning that White Pikmin actually become slower carriers. In this game, the previously mentioned exploit with the timer running out mid-carrying does not exist.


Technically, any Pikmin type's attack power is changed to 10 (in both games), and their attack and [[obstacle]]-clearing speed increases to around 180%. This means that [[Red Pikmin|Red]], [[Purple Pikmin|Purple]], and [[Rock Pikmin]] experience a decrease in power, while [[Winged Pikmin]] benefit greatly from being sprayed, as well as [[White Pikmin]] in ''Pikmin 3''. Still, the increase in speeds makes up for those power nerfs.
Technically, any Pikmin type's attack power is changed to 10 (in ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 3''), and their attack and [[obstacle]]-clearing speed increases to around 180%. This means that [[Red Pikmin]], [[Purple Pikmin]], and [[Rock Pikmin]] experience a decrease in power, while [[Winged Pikmin]], [[White Pikmin]] (in ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Pikmin 4''), and [[Ice Pikmin]] get a boost in power. Still, the increase in speeds makes up for those power nerfs. To note however is that in ''Pikmin 2'', a Pikmin that is attacking while grounded will not be sped up.


If the spray button is pressed while there are no Pikmin in the current leader's party, nothing will happen, and no spray will be deducted from the total. If Pikmin are told to go inside an [[Onion]], they will lose their spicy status.
If the spray button is pressed while there are no Pikmin in the current leader's party, nothing will happen, and no spray will be deducted from the total. If Pikmin are told to go inside an [[Onion]], they will lose their spicy status.


In both games, if the player sprays an already spicy Pikmin, the duration of the spray will be reset. Interestingly, if the player uses an [[ultra-bitter spray]] on a spicy Pikmin, it will also reset its spicy mode duration.{{cite web|https://twitter.com/muratsubo/status/977886149426405376|Video|Twitter|published={{date|25|March|2018}}|retrieved={{date|25|March|2018}}}} In ''Pikmin 2'', the first time in a [[saved game]] the player uses a spray will trigger a [[cutscene]], but the spray's duration counter will continue to go down during it, meaning the player will have less time to enjoy the spray with after the cutscene is over. In ''Pikmin 3'', this has been fixed, in that the timer only starts going down when the cutscene is finished or skipped.
In all games, if the player sprays an already spicy Pikmin, the duration of the spray will be reset. Interestingly, if the player uses an [[ultra-bitter spray]] on a spicy Pikmin, it will also reset its spicy mode duration.{{cite web|https://twitter.com/muratsubo/status/977886149426405376|Video|Twitter|published={{date|25|March|2018}}|retrieved={{date|25|March|2018}}}} In ''Pikmin 2'' exclusively, the first time in a [[saved game]] the player uses a spray will trigger a [[cutscene]], but the spray duration timer for the Pikmin in the cutscene will continue to go down during it until the world is paused and the Ship's dialogue box appears.
 
== Badges ==
In {{p3d}}, there is a [[badge (Pikmin 3 Deluxe)|badge]] the player can gain from using an ultra-spicy spray:
*'''Power Surge''': Use a dose of Ultra-Spicy Spray.
<gallery>
Badge 16 powersurge.png|Power Surge. The badge shows a container of ultra-spicy spray.
</gallery>
 
== Notes ==
 
=== ''Pikmin 2'' Official Player's Guide ===
{{Transcript|As long as you have at least one dose of Ultra-Spicy Spray in your possession, you can spritz your troops by pressing Down on the Control Pad. They'll become faster and stronger for a limited time.|block=y}}
 
=== ''Pikmin 2'' Official Player's Guide (2-Player Battle) ===
{{Transcript|All of your Pikmin are supercharged.|block=y}}
 
=== ''Pikmin 2'' Japanese website ===
'''Text'''
{{transcript|
今回の探検で新たに発見された植物「ピキノツユクサ」の赤い実から採取されるエキスは、驚くべき辛さの物質であることが分析の結果明らかになった。甘党のホコタテ星人にとってはほんの１ 滴で致死量となる辛さのこのエキスだが、これをピクミン達に振りかけると、彼らはとても興奮することが分かった。幸い、売れ残りのガラクタの中に、空になったビンがあったので、せっせと集めてはこれに詰めていくことにする。
|block=y}}
 
'''Translation'''
{{transcript|
Analysis revealed that the essence obtained from the red berries of the "Burgeoning Spiderwort" plant, which was newly discovered during this expedition, is a surprisingly spicy substance. For the sweet-toothed Hocotatians, just one drop of this spicy essence is lethal, but when sprinkled on Pikmin, it turns out to be very exciting for them. Fortunately, there was an empty bottle among the unsold junk, so it was decided to diligently fill it.
|block=y}}
 
=== ''Pikmin 3'' manual ===
{{Transcript|Power up your Pikmin.|block=y}}
 
=== ''Pikmin 3'' electronic manual ===
{{Transcript|Makes the Pikmin in your squad super strong.|block=y}}
 
=== ''Pikmin 3'' Prima Guide ===
{{Transcript|This item temporarily boosts the attack power of your Pikmin.|block=y}}
 
=== ''Pikmin 3 Deluxe'' Basic Info description  ===
{{Transcript|Powers up your Pikmin.|block=y}}
 
=== ''Pikmin 4'' Japanese website ===
'''Text'''
{{Transcript|ゲキカラスプレー<br>ピクミンやオッチンの動きが、一定時間素早くなるスプレー。その場にいる全員に対して効果がある。|block=y}}
 
'''Translation'''
{{Transcript|Ultra-Spicy Spray<br>A spray that makes Pikmin and Oatchi move faster for a certain period of time. It affects everyone present.|block=y}}
 
=== Pack notes (Ultra-Spicy Berry) ===
{{Transcript|A red Ultra-Spicy Berry known to have a lot of {{color|ultra-spicy compounds|darkorange}}. Ten berries will produce one bottle of spray.|block=y}}
 
=== Pack notes (before first use) ===
{{Transcript|A spray consisting of red nectar infused with {{color|ultra-spicy compounds|darkorange}}. Side effects still unknown.|block=y}}
 
=== Pack notes (after first use) ===
{{Transcript|This spray {{color|increases the overall speed|darkorange}} of Pikmin and {{color|Oatchi|green}}. It affects everyone in the vicinity for a limited period of time.|block=y}}
 
=== Pack notes (Olimar's Shipwreck Tale) ===
{{Transcript|This spray {{color|increases the overall speed|darkorange}} of Pikmin and {{color|Moss|green}}. It affects everyone in the vicinity for a limited period of time.|block=y}}
{{clear}}


== Gallery ==
== Gallery ==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Spicy drop.jpg|A drop of ultra-spicy nectar in ''Pikmin 2''.
P2 Ultra-Spicy Spray 2D art.png|2D art of a bottle of Ultra-Spicy Spray.
File:UltraSpicySpray.jpeg|A drop of ultra-spicy nectar in ''Pikmin 3''.
Normal purplepikmin2.jpg|Clay art of a [[Purple Pikmin]] carrying a red [[Burgeoning Spiderwort]] berry.
File:UltraSpicyNectar.jpeg|The [[S.S. Drake]] analyzing a drop of ultra-spicy nectar.
Purple and White Pikmin Clay Art.png|Alternate version with a White Pikmin on top of the berry.
File:Spicy Spray.png|Several Pikmin under the effects of an ultra-spicy spray in ''Pikmin 3''.
P2 Ultra-Spicy Berry Analysis.png|Ultra-Spicy Berry being analyzed after collecting 1 berry for the first time.
File:Ultra Spicy Sprayed.png|A [[White Pikmin]] under the effects of the ultra-spicy spray, in ''Pikmin 2''.
P2 Ultra-Spicy Nectar Anlysis.png|Ultra-Spicy Nectar being analyzed after collecting 10 berries for the first time.
File:Ultra-spicy spray menu.jpg|The [[Menu#Pause|pause menu]] item for the spray and berry count in ''Pikmin 2''.
Ultra-spicy spray menu.jpg|The [[Menu#Pause|pause menu]] item for the spray and berry count in ''Pikmin 2''.
File:Normal purplepikmin2.jpg|A clay model of a [[Purple Pikmin]] carrying an ultra-spicy berry.
Spicy drop.jpg|A drop of ultra-spicy nectar in ''Pikmin 2''.
File:Rock Pikmin spicy cutscene.jpg|A [[Rock Pikmin]] in the ultra-spicy spray [[cutscene]].
Ultra Spicy Sprayed.png|A [[White Pikmin]] under the effects of the ultra-spicy spray in ''Pikmin 2''.
File:Ultra spicy spray (Yellow Pikmin) P3.jpg|A [[Yellow Pikmin]] after using ultra-spicy spray in ''Pikmin 3''.
P3 Ultra Spicy Nectar.jpg|The [[S.S. Drake]] analyzing a drop of ultra-spicy nectar.
File:Spicy blues.jpeg|A group of [[Blue Pikmin]] under the effect of the ultra-spicy spray.
P3 Ultra Spicy Spray Closeup.jpg|A drop of ultra-spicy nectar in ''Pikmin 3''.
Rock Pikmin spicy cutscene.jpg|A [[Rock Pikmin]] in the ultra-spicy spray [[cutscene]].
Ultra spicy spray (Yellow Pikmin) P3.jpg|A [[Yellow Pikmin]] after using ultra-spicy spray in ''Pikmin 3''.
Spicy blues.jpeg|A group of [[Blue Pikmin]] under the effect of the ultra-spicy spray.
Spicy Spray.png|Several Pikmin under the effects of an ultra-spicy spray in ''Pikmin 3''.
</gallery>
</gallery>
== Trivia ==
* In ''Pikmin 4'', Pikmin under the effects of ultra-spicy spray will have higher-pitched voices.


== Names in other languages ==
== Names in other languages ==
'''Ultra-spicy spray'''
'''Ultra-spicy spray'''
{{Foreignname
{{Foreignname
|Ger  = Ultra-motivier-spray (''Pikmin 2'')<br>Ultra-Motivier-Spray (''Pikmin 3'')
|Jap=ゲキカラスプレー
|GerM = Ultra-motivating spray
|JapR=Gekikara supurē
|Fra=Spray Epicé
|JapM=Spicy Spray
|FraM=Spicy Spray
|ChiTrad=激辣噴霧
|FraN="Epicé" should be "Épicé".
|ChiTradR=
|ChiTradM=Spicy spray
|ChiSimp=激辣喷雾
|ChiSimpR=
|ChiSimpM=Spicy spray
|Dut=Ultrapittige spray
|DutM=Ultra-spicy spray
|DutN=Taken from the manual of ''Pikmin 3''.
|FraE=Spray Epicé (''Pikmin 2'')<br>Spray super piquant (''Pikmin 3'')
|FraEM=Spicy Spray<br>Super spicy spray
|FraA=Brume épicée (''Pikmin 2'')<br>Vaporisateur épicé (''Pikmin 3'')
|FraA=Brume épicée (''Pikmin 2'')<br>Vaporisateur épicé (''Pikmin 3'')
|FraAM=Spicy mist (''Pikmin 2'')<br>Spicy vaporizer (''Pikmin 3'')
|FraAM=Spicy mist (''Pikmin 2'')<br>Spicy vaporizer (''Pikmin 3'')
|Ger=Ultra-Motivier-Spray
|GerM=Ultra motivating spray
|Ita=Spray ultra-piccante
|Ita=Spray ultra-piccante
|ItaM=Ultra-spicy spray
|ItaM=Ultra-spicy spray
|Kor=불맛 분무기
|KorR=Bulmas Bunmugi
|KorM=Spicy Spray
|SpaA=Atomizador superpicante
|SpaA=Atomizador superpicante
|SpaAM=Ultra-spicy atomizer
|SpaAM=Super-spicy atomizer
|SpaAN=Taken from the manuals of ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 3''.
|SpaE=Spray superpicante
|Por=Spray ultrapicante
|SpaEM=Super-spicy spray
|PorM=Ultra-spicy spray
|Rus=Ультраедкийаэрозоль
|PorN=Taken from the manual of ''Pikmin 3''.
|RusR=Ul'trayedkiyaerozol'
|Dut=Ultrapittige spray
|DutM=Ultra-spicy spray
|DutN=Taken from the manual of ''Pikmin 3''.
|Rus=ультраедкийаэрозоль (ul’traedkijaèrozol’)
|RusM=Ultra-spicy aerosol
|RusM=Ultra-spicy aerosol
|RusN=Taken from the manual of ''Pikmin 3''.
|RusN=Taken from the manual of ''Pikmin 3''.
|notes = y
|PorP=Spray ultrapicante
|PorPM=Ultra-spicy spray
|PorPN=Taken from the manual of ''Pikmin 3''.
|PorB=Vaporizador superpicante
|PorBM=Super spicy vaporizer
|PorBN=Taken from ''Pikmin 4''.
|notes=y
}}
 
'''Ultra-spicy essence'''
{{Foreignname
|Spa=Esencia superpicante
|SpaM=Super-spicy essence
}}
}}


'''Ultra-spicy nectar'''
'''Ultra-spicy nectar'''
{{foreignname<!--Note to editors: these names were taken from the European version of Pikmin 3 Deluxe-->
|Jap=ゲキカラエキス
|JapR=Gekikara-ekisu
|JapM=Ultra Spicy Extraction
|ChiTrad=激辣精華
|ChiTradR=
|ChiTradM=Spicy Nectar
|ChiSimp=激辣精华
|ChiSimpR=
|ChiSimpM=Spicy Nectar
|Fra=Nectar super piquant
|FraM=Super spicy nectar
|Ger=Ultra-Motivier-Nektar
|GerM=Ultra motivating nectar
|Ita=Nettare ultra-piccante
|ItaM=Ultra spicy nectar
|Kor=불맛 정수
|KorR=Bulmas Jeongsu
|KorM=Spicy Extraction
|Spa=Esencia superpicante
|SpaM=Super-spicy essence
|PorB=Néctar superpicante
|PorBM=Super spicy nectar
}}


{{needs translation|Chinese|Dutch|Korean}}
'''Ultra-spicy berry'''
{{foreignname
{{foreignname
|Ger=Ultra-Motivier-Nektar
|Jap   = ツユクサの実
|GerM=Ultra-Motivate-Nectar
|JapR   = Tsuyukusa no mi
|JapM   = Asiatic Dayflower berry
|ChiTrad  = 露草果實
|ChiTradR =
|ChiTradM =
|ChiSimp  = 露草果实
|ChiSimpR =
|ChiSimpM =
|Dut   = Pittige bes
|DutM   =
|Fra   = Baie piquante
|FraM   = Spicy berry
|FraN   =
|Ger   = Ultra-Motivier-Beere
|GerM   = Ultra motivating berry
|GerN   =
|Ita   = Bacca ultra-piccante
|ItaM   = Ultra spicy berry
|ItaN   =
|Kor   = 이슬초 열매
|KorR   =
|KorM   =
|Por   = Fruta superpicante
|PorM   = Super spicy fruit
|Spa   = Baya superpicante
|SpaM   = Super spicy berry
|SpaN   =
|notes   = y
}}
}}


Latest revision as of 19:10, November 29, 2024

Some Blue Pikmin, after being powered up with ultra-spicy spray.
Blue Pikmin powered-up by an ultra-spicy spray.

Ultra-spicy spray (ゲキカラスプレー?) is a red-colored spray that can be obtained by gathering ten ultra-spicy berries from a Burgeoning Spiderwort plant, finding a concentrated dose, or in Bingo Battle and Dandori Battles, as single-use items. In Pikmin 4, they can also be obtained by throwing a Pikmin at a Honeywisp or Iridescent Glint Beetle, or when defeating an enemy that is frozen. When used, any Pikmin in the party will become more efficient at their tasks, and in Pikmin 3 or Pikmin 4, bloomed into the flower stage as well.

Use[edit]

By pressing the + Control Pad down on the GameCube controller / the 2 Button on the Wii Remote / the Down Directional Button on the Switch (dual Joy-Con) in Pikmin 2, the + Control Pad up on the Wii U GamePad / the + Control Pad up on the Wii Remote / the + Control Pad up on the Wii U Pro Controller (or by tapping the The icon for Ultra-Spicy Spray used in data files when using the stylus mode in Pikmin 3. button on the Wii U GamePad in Stylus Mode) in Pikmin 3, or the Y Button on the Switch + the Left Stick up on the Switch (dual Joy-Con) in Pikmin 3 Deluxe, any Pikmin following the current leader's party, regardless of distance, will be powered up; Pikmin not in the party will not be affected. In Pikmin 4, all Pikmin on the field will be powered up, regardless of whether they are in the leader’s party, and Oatchi or Moss will also be affected. In Pikmin 2, affected Pikmin's leaf, bud, or flower will be replaced with a pink flashing light, similar to the one over Olimar's head. In Pikmin 3, and Pikmin 4 they will be instantly upgraded from a leaf or bud into a flower. Aesthetically, the affected Pikmin's flower has an orange glow, while their body glows pink.

Each Pikmin's maximum running speed becomes nearly as fast as flowered White Pikmin, and the affected Pikmin receive a general increase in task speed, which affects their attack frequency, their efficiency when taking down gates, constructing bridges, and recovering from enemy attacks. The effects wear off after 40 seconds in Pikmin 2, and 30 seconds in Pikmin 3 and Pikmin 4, though they keep their newly-gained flower maturity.

While the spray's effect can be extremely useful in many situations, caution should be observed, as drowning Pikmin sprayed with an ultra-spicy spray will actually die more quickly than unsprayed Pikmin. In Pikmin 2, burning and suffocating Pikmin will also perish sooner, but in the sequel, burning spicy Pikmin last just as long as normal ones (although their death animation runs faster than normal). Finally, because the Pikmin's running speed is slightly less than a flower White Pikmin, spraying a group of flower White Pikmin will actually make them walk slightly slower.

Pikmin carrying objects have their attributes changed in a different way. In Pikmin 2, all the spray does is make the Pikmin behave as if they are flower Pikmin, meaning that spraying a group that is already all flowers is a complete waste. If the effects of the spray wear off while the Pikmin are carrying the object, they will continue carrying at the same speed as if they were powered up, until they deliver the object or drop it. This makes this exploit particularly useful when retrieving the Doomsday Apparatus, and can also be used to manipulate the treasure's carrying speed. In Pikmin 3, it sets the Pikmin to the same carrying speed as a standard-type flower Pikmin, meaning that White Pikmin actually become slower carriers. In this game, the previously mentioned exploit with the timer running out mid-carrying does not exist.

Technically, any Pikmin type's attack power is changed to 10 (in Pikmin 2 and Pikmin 3), and their attack and obstacle-clearing speed increases to around 180%. This means that Red Pikmin, Purple Pikmin, and Rock Pikmin experience a decrease in power, while Winged Pikmin, White Pikmin (in Pikmin 3 and Pikmin 4), and Ice Pikmin get a boost in power. Still, the increase in speeds makes up for those power nerfs. To note however is that in Pikmin 2, a Pikmin that is attacking while grounded will not be sped up.

If the spray button is pressed while there are no Pikmin in the current leader's party, nothing will happen, and no spray will be deducted from the total. If Pikmin are told to go inside an Onion, they will lose their spicy status.

In all games, if the player sprays an already spicy Pikmin, the duration of the spray will be reset. Interestingly, if the player uses an ultra-bitter spray on a spicy Pikmin, it will also reset its spicy mode duration.[1] In Pikmin 2 exclusively, the first time in a saved game the player uses a spray will trigger a cutscene, but the spray duration timer for the Pikmin in the cutscene will continue to go down during it until the world is paused and the Ship's dialogue box appears.

Badges[edit]

In Pikmin 3 Deluxe, there is a badge the player can gain from using an ultra-spicy spray:

  • Power Surge: Use a dose of Ultra-Spicy Spray.
  • Power Surge. The badge shows a container of ultra-spicy spray.

    Power Surge. The badge shows a container of ultra-spicy spray.

Notes[edit]

Pikmin 2 Official Player's Guide[edit]

“As long as you have at least one dose of Ultra-Spicy Spray in your possession, you can spritz your troops by pressing Down on the Control Pad. They'll become faster and stronger for a limited time.”

Pikmin 2 Official Player's Guide (2-Player Battle)[edit]

“All of your Pikmin are supercharged.”

Pikmin 2 Japanese website[edit]

Text

“今回の探検で新たに発見された植物「ピキノツユクサ」の赤い実から採取されるエキスは、驚くべき辛さの物質であることが分析の結果明らかになった。甘党のホコタテ星人にとってはほんの１ 滴で致死量となる辛さのこのエキスだが、これをピクミン達に振りかけると、彼らはとても興奮することが分かった。幸い、売れ残りのガラクタの中に、空になったビンがあったので、せっせと集めてはこれに詰めていくことにする。”

Translation

“Analysis revealed that the essence obtained from the red berries of the "Burgeoning Spiderwort" plant, which was newly discovered during this expedition, is a surprisingly spicy substance. For the sweet-toothed Hocotatians, just one drop of this spicy essence is lethal, but when sprinkled on Pikmin, it turns out to be very exciting for them. Fortunately, there was an empty bottle among the unsold junk, so it was decided to diligently fill it.”

Pikmin 3 manual[edit]

“Power up your Pikmin.”

Pikmin 3 electronic manual[edit]

“Makes the Pikmin in your squad super strong.”

Pikmin 3 Prima Guide[edit]

“This item temporarily boosts the attack power of your Pikmin.”

Pikmin 3 Deluxe Basic Info description[edit]

“Powers up your Pikmin.”

Pikmin 4 Japanese website[edit]

Text

“ゲキカラスプレー
ピクミンやオッチンの動きが、一定時間素早くなるスプレー。その場にいる全員に対して効果がある。”

Translation

“Ultra-Spicy Spray
A spray that makes Pikmin and Oatchi move faster for a certain period of time. It affects everyone present.”

Pack notes (Ultra-Spicy Berry)[edit]

“A red Ultra-Spicy Berry known to have a lot of ultra-spicy compounds. Ten berries will produce one bottle of spray.”

Pack notes (before first use)[edit]

“A spray consisting of red nectar infused with ultra-spicy compounds. Side effects still unknown.”

Pack notes (after first use)[edit]

“This spray increases the overall speed of Pikmin and Oatchi. It affects everyone in the vicinity for a limited period of time.”

Pack notes (Olimar's Shipwreck Tale)[edit]

“This spray increases the overall speed of Pikmin and Moss. It affects everyone in the vicinity for a limited period of time.”

Gallery[edit]

  • 2D art of a bottle of Ultra-Spicy Spray.

    2D art of a bottle of Ultra-Spicy Spray.

  • Clay art of a Purple Pikmin carrying a red Burgeoning Spiderwort berry.

    Clay art of a Purple Pikmin carrying a red Burgeoning Spiderwort berry.

  • Alternate version with a White Pikmin on top of the berry.

    Alternate version with a White Pikmin on top of the berry.

  • Ultra-Spicy Berry being analyzed after collecting 1 berry for the first time.

    Ultra-Spicy Berry being analyzed after collecting 1 berry for the first time.

  • Ultra-Spicy Nectar being analyzed after collecting 10 berries for the first time.

    Ultra-Spicy Nectar being analyzed after collecting 10 berries for the first time.

  • The pause menu item for the spray and berry count in Pikmin 2.

    The pause menu item for the spray and berry count in Pikmin 2.

  • A drop of ultra-spicy nectar in Pikmin 2.

    A drop of ultra-spicy nectar in Pikmin 2.

  • A White Pikmin under the effects of the ultra-spicy spray in Pikmin 2.

    A White Pikmin under the effects of the ultra-spicy spray in Pikmin 2.

  • The S.S. Drake analyzing a drop of ultra-spicy nectar.

    The S.S. Drake analyzing a drop of ultra-spicy nectar.

  • A drop of ultra-spicy nectar in Pikmin 3.

    A drop of ultra-spicy nectar in Pikmin 3.

  • A Rock Pikmin in the ultra-spicy spray cutscene.

    A Rock Pikmin in the ultra-spicy spray cutscene.

  • A Yellow Pikmin after using ultra-spicy spray in Pikmin 3.

    A Yellow Pikmin after using ultra-spicy spray in Pikmin 3.

  • A group of Blue Pikmin under the effect of the ultra-spicy spray.

    A group of Blue Pikmin under the effect of the ultra-spicy spray.

  • Several Pikmin under the effects of an ultra-spicy spray in Pikmin 3.

    Several Pikmin under the effects of an ultra-spicy spray in Pikmin 3.

Trivia[edit]

  • In Pikmin 4, Pikmin under the effects of ultra-spicy spray will have higher-pitched voices.

Names in other languages[edit]

Ultra-spicy spray

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese ゲキカラスプレー?
Gekikara supurē		 Spicy Spray
Flag of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Chinese
(traditional)		 激辣噴霧 Spicy spray
Flag of China Chinese
(simplified)		 激辣喷雾 Spicy spray
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Ultrapittige spray Ultra-spicy spray Taken from the manual of Pikmin 3.
Flag of Québec French (NoA) Brume épicée (Pikmin 2)
Vaporisateur épicé (Pikmin 3)		 Spicy mist (Pikmin 2)
Spicy vaporizer (Pikmin 3)
Flag of France French (NoE) Spray Epicé (Pikmin 2)
Spray super piquant (Pikmin 3)		 Spicy Spray
Super spicy spray
Flag of Germany German Ultra-Motivier-Spray Ultra motivating spray
Flag of Italy Italian Spray ultra-piccante Ultra-spicy spray
Flag of South Korea Korean 불맛 분무기
Bulmas Bunmugi		 Spicy Spray
Flag of Brazil Portuguese (NoA) Vaporizador superpicante Super spicy vaporizer Taken from Pikmin 4.
Flag of Portugal Portuguese (NoE) Spray ultrapicante Ultra-spicy spray Taken from the manual of Pikmin 3.
Flag of Mexico Spanish (NoA) Atomizador superpicante Super-spicy atomizer
Flag of Spain Spanish (NoE) Spray superpicante Super-spicy spray
Flag of Russia Russian Ультраедкийаэрозоль
Ul'trayedkiyaerozol'		 Ultra-spicy aerosol Taken from the manual of Pikmin 3.

Ultra-spicy essence

Language Name Meaning
Flag of Spain Spanish Esencia superpicante Super-spicy essence

Ultra-spicy nectar

Language Name Meaning
Flag of Japan Japanese ゲキカラエキス?
Gekikara-ekisu		 Ultra Spicy Extraction
Flag of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Chinese
(traditional)		 激辣精華 Spicy Nectar
Flag of China Chinese
(simplified)		 激辣精华 Spicy Nectar
Flag of France French Nectar super piquant Super spicy nectar
Flag of Germany German Ultra-Motivier-Nektar Ultra motivating nectar
Flag of Italy Italian Nettare ultra-piccante Ultra spicy nectar
Flag of South Korea Korean 불맛 정수
Bulmas Jeongsu		 Spicy Extraction
Flag of Brazil Portuguese (NoA) Néctar superpicante Super spicy nectar
Flag of Spain Spanish Esencia superpicante Super-spicy essence


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Ultra-spicy berry

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese ツユクサの実?
Tsuyukusa no mi		 Asiatic Dayflower berry
Flag of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Chinese
(traditional)		 露草果實
Flag of China Chinese
(simplified)		 露草果实
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Pittige bes
Flag of France French Baie piquante Spicy berry
Flag of Germany German Ultra-Motivier-Beere Ultra motivating berry
Flag of Italy Italian Bacca ultra-piccante Ultra spicy berry
Flag of South Korea Korean 이슬초 열매
Flag of Brazil Portuguese Fruta superpicante Super spicy fruit
Flag of Spain Spanish Baya superpicante Super spicy berry

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Video on Twitter, published on March 25th, 2018, retrieved on March 25th, 2018


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