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The '''Iridescent Glint Beetle''' ({{j|オオガネモチ|Oogane Mochi|Large Riches Holder}}) is an enemy in {{p2}} and {{p4}}. Iridescent Glint Beetles resemble golden, sparkling [[Iridescent Flint Beetle]]s, but are much rarer. In comparison to the Flint Beetle, it stays above ground for less time but, on average, stands still for slightly longer every time it stops moving. In ''Pikmin 4'', however, it is a much more jittery creature, running away almost constantly.
The '''Iridescent Glint Beetle''' ({{j|オオガネモチ|Oogane Mochi|Large Riches Holder}}) is an [[enemy]] in {{p2}} and {{p4}}. Iridescent Glint Beetles resemble golden, sparkling [[Iridescent Flint Beetle]]s, but are much rarer. In comparison to the Flint Beetle, it stays above ground for less time but, on average, stands still for slightly longer every time it stops moving. In ''Pikmin 4'', however, it is a much more jittery creature, running away almost constantly.


==Stats==
==Stats==
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=== Dalmo's Notes ===
=== Dalmo's notes ===
{{transcript|The golden shine on its gleaming carapace really is gold! It's in this little darling's nature to collect gold from the soil. As you might expect, it's extremely rare to see one in person. I'd never hurt it, so I hope to have one appear before me someday!}}
{{transcript|The golden shine on its gleaming carapace really is gold! It's in this little darling's nature to collect gold from the soil. As you might expect, it's extremely rare to see one in person. I'd never hurt it, so I hope to have one appear before me someday!|block=y}}
 
=== Olimar's notes ('Pikmin 4'') ===
{{transcript|This variety of Beetle consumes subterranean minerals. Due to the fact that it rarely emerges above ground, sightings of this particular species are extremely rare.
 
While minerals are this beast's primary source of food, the Beetle itself does not have the ability to digest these minerals. Instead, metabacteria living inside the Beetle's stomach chemically break down the minerals.
 
The resulting purified metal is discharged, but rare metals such as gold and platinum crystallize onto the Iridescent Glint Beetle's shell, resulting in the beautiful laminated shimmer.|block=y}}
 
=== Louie's notes ('Pikmin 4'') ===
{{transcript|This precious treat is exceptionally rare. I could sell it back at home for a fortune! Then I could use the cash to upgrade my kitchen, buy galactic-class ingredients, and even star in my own cooking show...the Insect Gourmet!|block=y}}


===''Pikmin 2'' Nintendo Player's Guide===
===''Pikmin 2'' Nintendo Player's Guide===
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==Behavior==
==Behavior==
Glint Beetles move fast, making them difficult targets to pin, but at the same time, they have no offensive attributes, so an encounter with one can only end up as a chase. They hide underground, emerging only when approached. Much like the Iridescent Flint Beetle and the [[Doodlebug]], the Glint Beetle can only be damaged by a direct throw to its back, which will cause it to flip over and drop nectar, or in some cases, a treasure. Purple Pikmin can hit the creature with much more ease, as the shock wave caused by the impact of one is enough to flip a Beetle over. Once a Glint Beetle has dropped all it was carrying, it will quickly scurry back underground. It will do the same thing if left undisturbed for too long.
==Behavior==
{{Game help|p4|Will the Glint Beetles with treasure disappear if left unattended?}}
The Iridescent Glint Beetle will move slightly more erratically than its relatives, but not too much so. Once activated, it springs out from the ground, and will move quickly, usually away from the captain. If a Pikmin is landed directly onto one's back, it will flip over briefly and drop something (depending on which game). Once a Glint Beetle has been flipped over three times, it will quickly retreat underground. The same thing will happen if the bug is simply left undisturbed above ground for too long.
The Iridescent Glint Beetle will move slightly more erratically than its relatives, but not too much so. Once activated, it springs out from the ground, and will move quickly, usually away from the captain. If a Pikmin is landed directly onto one's back, it will flip over briefly and drop something (depending on which game). Once a Glint Beetle has been flipped over three times, it will quickly retreat underground. The same thing will happen if the bug is simply left undisturbed above ground for too long.


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=== Pikmin 4 ===
=== Pikmin 4 ===
Glint Beetles will never drop Pellets above ground in this game. By default, they will drop six doses of [[Ultra-spicy spray]]- one dose on the first hit, two on the second, and three on the third. However, the Glint Beetle found in [[Giant's Hearth]] will drop a [[Disk of Amusing Wisdom]] instead on the third hit, replacing the triple dose of spray. The Glint Beetle in [[Trial of the Sage Leaf]]'s third story Dig Deep will drop a [[Difficult-Choice Totem]], [[Chance Totem]], and [[Go-with-the-Flow Totem]] when hit three times, dropping no sprays.
Glint Beetles will never drop Pellets above ground in this game. By default, they will drop six doses of [[Ultra-spicy spray]]- one dose on the first hit, two on the second, and three on the third. However, the Glint Beetle found in [[Giant's Hearth]] will drop a [[Disk of Amusing Wisdom]] instead on the third hit, replacing the triple dose of spray. The Glint Beetle in [[Trial of the Sage Leaf]]'s third story Dig Deep will drop a [[Difficult-Choice Totem]], [[Chance Totem]], and [[Go-with-the-Flow Totem]] when hit three times, dropping no sprays. If a Glint Beetle with a treasure manages to disappear, it will reappear in a different location.


==Strategy==
==Strategy==
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P4 Iridescent Glint Beetle Piklopedia Summary.jpg|The Iridescent Glint Beetle's [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 4)|Piklopedia]] entry in ''Pikmin 4''.
P4 Iridescent Glint Beetle Piklopedia Summary.jpg|The Iridescent Glint Beetle's [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 4)|Piklopedia]] entry in ''Pikmin 4''.
Iridescent Glint Beetle P4.jpg|An Iridescent Glint Beetle in ''Pikmin 4'''s [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 4)|Piklopedia]].
Iridescent Glint Beetle P4.jpg|An Iridescent Glint Beetle in ''Pikmin 4'''s [[Piklopedia (Pikmin 4)|Piklopedia]].
Iridescent_Glint_Beetle_P4_Giants_Hearth.jpg|An Iridescent Glint Beetle as found in [[Giant's Hearth]].
Iridescent_Glint_Beetle_P4_Primordial_Thicket.jpg|An Iridescent Glint Beetle as found in [[Primordial Thicket]].
Iridescent_Glint_Beetle_P4_Attacked.jpg|An Iridescent Glint Beetle dropping a drop of [[Ultra-spicy spray]].
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===''Other''===
===''Other''===
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