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'''Red Pikmin''' ({{j|赤ピクミン|Aka Pikumin}}) are a red species of [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] with the special abilities of [[fire]] resistance and strong [[Combat|attack]] power. They are the first Pikmin type seen or discovered in all games by the main playable captain, and are usually considered the "main" type of Pikmin due to their relatively simple traits and early discovery. They are cultivated via the [[Red Onion]] (or the Master Onion), and like [[Yellow Pikmin]], [[Blue Pikmin]] and [[Bulbmin]], their [[Maturity|buds and flowers]] are white. These Pikmin are present in all games of the series, and make an appearance in all game modes.


'''Red Pikmin''' are the first variety of [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] identified in all three [[Pikmin series|''Pikmin'' games]]. Aside from their color, the distinguishing feature of red Pikmin is their pointed noses. They spend nights in the [[red Onion]]. Of the three Pikmin types in [[Pikmin (game)|the first game]], they have the greatest attack strength, and are superseded in that ability only by [[purple Pikmin]] in ''[[Pikmin 2]]'', though their high strength is removed in [[2-Player Battle]] to make them equal to Player 2's [[blue Pikmin]].
==Traits and abilities==
[[File:Red Pikmin fire resistance P1.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Red Pikmin are immune to [[fire]], as seen here.]]
Red Pikmin have spiked noses, and as a result, have above average [[Combat|attack]] power, at 1.5&times; that of most types. This means they deal more damage when latched onto an enemy, making them especially useful in battle.


==Abilities==
Red Pikmin also exhibit an immunity to [[fire]], in that they ignore the heat whereas other Pikmin (besides [[Bulbmin]] and [[Glow Pikmin]]) would have their leaf, bud, or flower catch on fire and run off in a panic. According to Olimar's notes in the Pikmin 4 Piklopedia, this is because their skin and muscle fibers are made up of a flame-resistant cellulose. This ability is most useful in ''Pikmin 4'', due to the presence of [[fire starter]]s that only they can pick up and [[sizzling floor]]s that only they can extinguish. It is also useful in ''Pikmin'' and ''Pikmin 3'' due to the fact that [[fire geyser]]s are indestructible and [[Fiery Blowhog]]s are prevalent. Their ability is less useful in ''Pikmin 2'', where the geysers can be destroyed by any Pikmin, and Fiery Blowhogs can easily be defeated with [[Purple Pikmin]]. Their main use in the second game is for defeating [[Fiery Bulblax]]es, though this task doesn't always require them. In ''Hey! Pikmin'', they act just like in all other games, except they also have the ability to stomp out [[flames]], allowing Olimar or other Pikmin safe passage.
[[File:38940-pikmin-gamecube-screenshot-red-pikmin-are-immune-to-fires.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Red Pikmin are immune to fire, as seen here.]]
 
Red Pikmin have spiked noses, giving them an attack stat slightly above average, at 15. This gives them the highest attack stat in ''Pikmin'', and second highest in ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Pikmin 3'', surpassed by purple Pikmin in ''Pikmin 2'', and rock Pikmin in ''Pikmin 3''. They have an average mobility, and are especially useful in battle.
In [[2-Player Battle]] in {{p2}}, Player 1's army is made up of Red Pikmin, while Player 2's army is made up of [[Blue Pikmin]]. For the sake of fairness, Blue Pikmin are given the same 1.5&times; attack power, and the only elemental hazards are from [[Fiery Blowhog]]s and [[Watery Blowhog]]s.
 
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==In ''Pikmin''==
===Discovery===
[[File:First Red Pikmin P1 screenshot.png|thumb|200px|The first Red Pikmin in ''Pikmin''.]]
In {{p1}}, Red Pikmin are the first type of Pikmin ever discovered by [[Captain Olimar]]. They are discovered in [[The Impact Site]], along with their Onion, just a short walk away from the landing site. When the dormant Onion wakes up and ejects a seed, and [[Olimar]] plucks the seed, it marks the first time Olimar ever sees a Pikmin. Here, at least 20 Red Pikmin must be grown in order to carry back the [[Main Engine]], so that Olimar can exit the planet's surface during the night. However, it's possible to grow up to 25 Red Pikmin on the first day.
 
===Uses===
There is no task in the game that can only be completed with Red Pikmin specifically. However, as they are the first type discovered, they are by default required until another type is obtained. In addition, the following tasks are intended to be completed with Red Pikmin, though they can be done with other types:
*Ship parts
**{{icon|Libra|y}}: Red Pikmin are needed to [[carry]] the piece through [[fire geyser]]s, unless careful timing, [[whistle]]s, and a large number of carriers are used.
**{{icon|Analog Computer|y}}: Same as the Libra.
**{{icon|Omega Stabilizer|y}}: Same as the Libra.
**{{icon|Secret Safe|y}}: Red Pikmin are the only ones that can cross the path of fire geysers necessary to complete the puzzle leading to this part, but with accurate aiming and a [[Throw#Longer throw trick|long throw]], one can throw [[Yellow Pikmin]] from the northern bridge onto the end of the geyser path.
*Enemies
**{{icon|Fiery Blowhog|y}}: This enemy shoots fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
 
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==In ''Pikmin 2''==
===Discovery===
[[File:P2 Louie Finds Red Pikmin Sprout.png|thumb|200px|Louie seeing a Red Pikmin for the first time in ''Pikmin 2''.]]
In {{p2}}, the first Red Pikmin are found by Captain Olimar, immediately after landing on the planet. There are 5 Pikmin fighting a [[Dwarf Bulborb|Dwarf Red Bulborb]] in the [[Valley of Repose]] right next to where Olimar lands. Whistling them gives Olimar control over them, which he uses to defeat the enemy. After this, once [[Louie]] has regained consciousness, he walks a short distance and finds the Red Onion. From there, Louie builds up the population in order to crush a [[bag]] separating him from Olimar, and from then on, the leaders are united.
 
===Uses===
There is no task in the game that can only be completed with Red Pikmin specifically. However, as they are the first type discovered, they are by default required until another type is obtained. In addition, the following tasks are intended to be completed with Red Pikmin, though they can be done with other types:
*Treasures
**{{icon|Gyroid Bust|y}}: They are intended to [[carry]] the piece through [[fire geyser]]s, unless careful timing, [[whistle]]s, and fast carrying strategies are used or the fire geysers are destroyed.
**{{icon|Essence of Despair|y}}: There is no water around to defeat the [[Fiery Bulblax]] with other Pikmin, so Red Pikmin are intended. But it can be killed using the alternative methods listed below.
**{{icon|Frosty Bauble|y}}: Same as the Essence of Despair.
**{{icon|Gemstar Wife|y}}: Same as the Essence of Despair.
**{{icon|Dimensional Slicer|y}} (US) / {{icon|Patience Tester|y}} (Europe): Same as the Essence of Despair.
**{{icon|Insect Condo|y|v=TH}}: Same as the Essence of Despair.
*Enemies
**{{icon|Fiery Blowhog|y}}: This enemy shoots fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
**{{icon|Fiery Bulblax|y}}: Only Red Pikmin can withstand its flames. However, if the enemy is submerged, its fire goes out. Even with the fire active, [[Purple Pikmin]] can damage it with their impact damage, and [[White Pikmin]] can be ingested to poison it. In certain caves, it can be lured into walking into the [[abyss]] as well.
**{{icon|Fiery Dweevil|y}}: This enemy can set a large group of Pikmin on fire at once, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.


Red Pikmin also exhibit an immunity to fire, possibly due to their noses, though no explanation to their immunity to fire is ever revealed. This immunity to fire is most useful in ''Pikmin'', where fire geysers are indestructible, and [[Fiery Blowhog]]s are present, mostly in [[The Forest Navel]]. Their ability is less useful in ''Pikmin 2'', where fire geysers are able to be destroyed by any Pikmin, and Fiery Blowhogs can easily be defeated with purple Pikmin. Their main use here is for taking care of [[Fiery Bulblax]]es, though this task doesn't always require them. In ''Pikmin 3'', their ability is slightly more useful, as fire geysers, although rare, are once again indestructible. Fiery Blowhogs are easily able to be taken out by Rock Pikmin, but the fact that they do not latch onto enemies leaves red Pikmin with the best choice.
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==Discovery==
[[File:Alph Finds Red Pikmin.png|200px|thumb|right|Alph first finding a Red Pikmin in ''[[Pikmin 3]]''.]]
In ''Pikmin'', red Pikmin are the first type of Pikmin ever discovered, and they keep this trait in both sequels. They are discovered in [[The Impact Site]], along with their Onion, and is the first time [[Olimar]] ever saw a Pikmin. Here, 25 red Pikmin must be grown in order to carry back the [[Main Engine]], so that Olimar can exit the planet's surface during the night.


In ''Pikmin 2'', the first red Pikmin are found by Captain Olimar. There are 5 Pikmin fighting a [[Dwarf Red Bulborb]]. Afterwards, once [[Louie]] has regained consciousness, he walks a short distance and finds the red Onion. From there, Louie builds up the population in order to reunite with Olimar and collect the [[Courage Reactor]].
==In ''Pikmin 3''==
===Discovery===
[[File:Alph Finds Red Pikmin.png|200px|thumb|Alph first finding a Red Pikmin in ''Pikmin 3''.]]
In {{p3}}, the story begins with [[Charlie]] discovering [[Yellow Pikmin]] and ending up captured by the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]]. After this prologue, [[Alph]] wakes up in a small puddle at the [[Tropical Wilds]]. He walks a short distance before seeing a Red Pikmin, which surprises both of them. After walking a bit more, he finds three wild Red Pikmin trying to free their Onion from a branch. Alph [[throw]]s the Pikmin at it and succeeds in freeing it. He then proceeds to grow his army up to 20 (21 if the one sitting on the pot is obtained), so that he can push the [[cardboard box]] and get back to the [[S.S. Drake]], as well as try to rescue [[Brittany]]. Although Yellow Pikmin are seen first, Red Pikmin are the first type to have their Onion discovered, and thus, formally introduced.
 
===Uses===
There is no task in the game that can only be completed with Red Pikmin specifically. However, as they are the first type discovered, they are by default required until another type is obtained. In addition, the following tasks are intended to be completed with Red Pikmin, though they can be done with other types:
*Fruits
**{{icon|Sunseed Berry|v=FF|y}}: The one in the [[Distant Tundra]] is inside of a [[Pyroclasmic Slooch]]. This Slooch is not near any water, so Red Pikmin are intended to be used. Other types can attack it as detailed below, though.
*Enemies
**{{icon|Fiery Blowhog|y|v=P3}}: This enemy shoots fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
**{{icon|Plasm Wraith|y}}: This boss is able to create fire-type elemental plasms that create fire over a large area. But there is a short period before the fire starts burning, and the elemental plasm can be destroyed before then.
**{{icon|Pyroclasmic Slooch|y}}: The Pyroclasmic Slooch is a slug that is cloaked in [[Fire|flames]]. By luring one into water, however, its flames temporarily go out while it remains in the water, and can be attacked by any Pikmin type. Other than that, [[Rock Pikmin]] deal impact damage to Slooches even if they are cloaked in fire, although the player should [[whistle]] them right afterwards to save them. There is also a [[Pyroclasmic Slooch#Glitch|glitch]] that allows other types of Pikmin to attack a Slooch without catching fire.


In ''Pikmin 3'', once [[Charlie]] is captured by the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]], [[Alph]] wakes up in a small puddle. He walks a sort distance before seeing a red Pikmin, which surprises both of them. He finds the red Onion and frees it from the branch. He proceeds to grow his army up to 20 so that he can push the [[Cardboard Box]] and get back to the [[S.S. Drake]], as well as try to rescue the [[Brittany]].
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==In ''Super Smash Bros.'' series==
==In ''Pikmin 4''==
[[File:SSBBRedPikTrophy.jpg|thumb|80px|''Brawl'' trophy.]]
===Discovery===
Red Pikmin appear in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' as a trophy and a type of Pikmin Olimar can pull from the ground via Pikmin Pluck. Red Pikmin, like in the games, deal a high amount of damage (in ''Brawl'', purple Pikmin only have higher knockback, but do less damage to foes than Red Pikmin). Also, red Pikmin have fiery properties and are immune to fire attacks such as Bowser's Fire Breath or Mario's Fireballs. The ''Brawl'' trophy description reads as followed:
[[File:Pikmin 4 pluck.jpg|200px|thumb|Plucking the first Red Pikmin in ''Pikmin 4''.]]
In {{p4}}, Red Pikmin are discovered in the tutorial on day 1, but not straight away. After the [[Pikmin 4 player character|player character]] lands, they first find [[Oatchi]], rescue [[Collin]], make their way through the [[Burrow of Beginnings]] and rescue [[Shepherd]], and make it to the landing site of the [[Rescue Command Post]]. There, the Red Onion is found buried in the ground, and after digging it up with Oatchi and pulling it to the landing site, the Onion springs into action and releases a single Red Pikmin seed, which the player can pluck to start growing a squad.


"''A type of Pikmin--which are odd beings who grow like plants yet are as mobile as animals. Red ones are heat and fire resistant and are strong attackers, which makes them valuable when facing dangerous foes. Purple Pikmin are also tough fighters, but since it's difficult to increase their numbers, red Pikmin are easier to manage. Red Pikmin have distinct pointed noses.''"
In [[Olimar's Shipwreck Tale]], a Red Onion stands next to the [[S.S. Dolphin]] at the start of day 1. It is already active and contains 10 Red Pikmin.


To obtain the Red Pikmin trophy, the player must clear [[smashwiki:Event 14: Sproutrage of the Flower Pikmin|Event Match 14]].
===Required uses===
[[File:RedPik3DSTrophy.png|thumb|80px|''Smash 3DS'' trophy.]]
{{game help|p4|Add instances where the cooling down of sizzling floors is necessary and can only be done with Red Pikmin}}
Red Pikmin appear again alongside Olimar and Alph in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for 3DS and Wii U]]'', functioning mostly the same as they did in ''Brawl''. The trophy description in the 3DS version reads as follows:
There are many items in ''Pikmin 4'' that require the use of Red Pikmin to collect. This is due to the existence of [[sizzling floor]]s, obstacles that can only be extinguished by Red Pikmin, and [[fire starter]]s, tools that can only be carried by Red Pikmin.


"''This Pikmin has a red body and a long, pointy nose. It was the first type of Pikmin Olimar ever met. In Smash Bros., they have the second highest attack power among the Pikmin. Like their fiery color suggests, they can attack with flames and withstand them.''"
As Red Pikmin are the they are the first type discovered, there are certain tasks that require Red Pikmin to be used:
*[[Rescue Command Post]] ([[Treasure]]s)
**{{Icon|Stone of Advancement|y|v=P4}}: While [[Oatchi]] is needed to knock it down from the high platform, Red Pikmin are required as it [[weight|weigh]]s 10 and Oatchi can only carry 3 at the moment.
**{{icon|Path Creator|y|v=P4}}: It is on a high ledge which cannot be reached with Oatchi.
Red Pikmin are also required in certain areas due to the need to use a fire starter:
*[[Cave]]s:
**[[Frozen Inferno]]: Groups of [[dried plant]]s block access to multiple [[treasure]]s as well as the entrance to sublevel 2.
**[[Cradle of the Beast]]: Dried plants on sublevel 1 block carrying routes and the entrance to sublevel 2.
*[[Dandori Challenge]]s:
**The entrance to a Dandori Challenge in the [[Giant's Hearth]] is surrounded by dried plants.
Also, since Dandori Caves limit what types of Pikmin are available, not all of them are possible to get a platinum medal without Red Pikmin.
*[[Dandori Day Care]]: Red Pikmin are the only Pikmin type, and there's just too many [[Gold Nugget]]s to get them all with just [[Oatchi]] and [[Extra Hand]].
*[[Aerial Incinerator]]: Even though the [[Ambiguous Hostel]] is possible to get by making Oatchi grab it as he's falling into a [[pit]], the real problem is getting the Gold Nuggets, because without any Pikmin, it's impossible to get them all before the time is up.
*[[Trial of the Sage Leaf#2nd Story: Snow Problem|2nd Story: Snow Problem]]: Since there's only Red Pikmin here, and a lot of the [[raw material]] is locked behind [[dried plant]]s, it's impossible to clear this, even in [[Dandori Challenge#Overtime|overtime]].
*[[Trial Run]]: There's no high valued [[treasure]]s, and Red Pikmin are the only type, so it's probably impossible to get over 100 {{icon|dandori}}.
 
====Olimar's Shipwreck tale====
Just like the main game mode, it's necessary to use Red Pikmin in order to discover other means of carrying and combat. It's unavoidable to either collect 2 [[ship part]]s with Red Pikmin to get to the [[Blossoming Arcadia]] and find [[Moss]], or to get the [[Yellow Onion]] with Red Pikmin in order to get [[Yellow Pikmin]]. Other than that, there are no ship parts that require Red Pikmin.
 
===Recommended uses===
{{game_help|p4|List all treasures that don't require Reds, but they're useful.}}
Several treasures and other obstacles in ''Pikmin 4'' can be subverted with means other than Red Pikmin, but they are still recommended. [[Sizzling floor]]s, on a few occasions, can only be cooled down by Red Pikmin, and [[fire starter]]s are often helpful but can be substituted in some instances. Here are things that are useful to have Red Pikmin with:
*[[Enemies]]:
**{{icon|Fiery Blowhog|y|v=P4}}: This enemy shoots fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
**{{icon|Fiery Bulblax|y|v=P4}}: Only Red Pikmin and [[Glow Pikmin]] can withstand its flames. However, if the enemy is submerged, its fire goes out. White Pikmin can be ingested to poison it.
**{{icon|Fiery Dweevil|y|v=P4}}: This enemy can set a large group of Pikmin on fire at once, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
**{{icon|Pyroclasmic Slooch|y|v=P4}}: This enemy is covered in fire so only Red Pikmin and Glow Pikmin can withstand the flames. However, it is possible to submerge the enemey allowing other Pikmin types to attack it.
**{{icon|Titan Blowhog|y|v=P4}}: This enemy shoots strong and fast fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
**{{icon|Scorchcake|y|v=P4}}: The underside of this enemy is covered in fire, so only Red Pikmin or Glow Pikmin can withstand the fire but the upperside has no flames meaning all Pikmin types can attack it.
**{{icon|Ancient Sirehound|y|v=P4}}: The fourth phase of this fight uses fire based attacks.
 
*Dandori Caves:
**[[Hotshock Canyon]]: Even though there are Red Pikmin here, it's not excruciatingly difficult to get a platinum medal with only Yellow Pikmin, Oatchi, [[Extra Hand]] and the [[Pebble Pitcher]].
**[[Rockaway Cellars]]: Same as Hotshock Canyon, but with [[Rock Pikmin]] rather than Yellows.
**[[Strategic Freezeway]]: Same as Hotshock Canyon, but with [[Ice Pikmin]] rather than Rocks.
**[[Trial of the Sage Leaf#1st Story: Bulblaxes|1st Story: Bulblaxes]]: Same as Strategic Freezeway.
**[[Trial of the Sage Leaf#6th Story: Gimmick Gambit|6th Story: Gimmick Gambit]]: This challenge's normal path requires Red Pikmin, but it's possible to use the Pebble Pitcher to press the [[button]] to open the final [[gate]].
**[[Hot Sandy Duel]]: Since there's a lot of high valued treasures, a [[Sneak Bomb]], [[Bonus Find]]s, and [[Glow Pikmin]], and the fact that the [[Pebble Pitcher]] can help, it's pretty difficult, but doable.
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==In ''Hey! Pikmin''==
===Discovery===
[[File:Hey! Pikmin first group of Red Pikmin.jpg|thumb|200px|The first group of Red Pikmin whistled in ''Hey! Pikmin''.]]
In {{hp}}, after Captain Olimar crash-lands on the planet, he explores the area he lands in until he stumbles upon a lone Red Pikmin. After he and the [[S.S. Dolphin II]]'s pod stare at it for a bit, it runs away. After moving forward some more, Olimar and his ship find the Pikmin's hiding spot, a bush. After using the [[whistle]] here, the Pikmin that was hiding behind, along with three others, pop out of the bush and join him. These Pikmin are used shortly after to collect some [[Sparklium Seed]]s that are out of reach. Eventually, Olimar finishes exploring this starting area, and leaves the Pikmin he found behind. The adventure proper then starts, with the area [[First Expedition]], where he once again meets the Red Pikmin, again, hiding behind a bush. This time, and from here on out, he takes any Red Pikmin he finds and salvages at the end of the area with him, and leaves them in the [[Pikmin Park]].
 
===Required uses===
{{todo|Write a list of treasures requiring Red Pikmin to collect.}}
Red Pikmin must be used in order to collect the following treasures and defeat the following enemies, and there are no glitches or exploits that allow other Pikmin types to do so.
 
In [[Pikmin Park]], the fireplace can only be destroyed by Red Pikmin due to their fire resistance.
;Treasures in areas with Red Pikmin only
*{{icon|Loop of Beginnings|y}}
*{{icon|Hypno Pendulum|y}}
*{{icon|Song Sewer|y}}
*{{icon|Unassuming Lighthouse|y}}
*{{icon|Quantum Traveler|y}}
*{{icon|Constitution Gate|y}} (the "Attractive Gate" in Europe)
*{{icon|Flashy Monument|y}}
*{{icon|Preservation Door|y}}
*{{icon|Despair-o-Sphere|y}}
*{{icon|Revenge Fantasy|y}}
*{{icon|Vacated Baby Buggy|y}}
*{{icon|Tiny Jumbo Jet|y}}
*{{icon|Deluxe Something-or-Other|y}}
*{{icon|Sorcerer's Wand|y}}
*{{icon|Self-Reflection Engine|y}}
*{{icon|Extended Hand of Friendship|y}}
*{{icon|Shimmering Skull|y}}
*{{icon|Zoo of the Future|y}}
*{{icon|Unremarkable Spinner|y}}
*{{icon|Authoritative Obelisk|y}}
*{{icon|Tempting Vision|y}}
*{{icon|Teeny Power Plant|y}}
;Treasures in areas with multiple Pikmin types
 
;Enemies
*{{icon|Fiery Blowhog|y|v=HP}}: Red Pikmin are the only ones able to defeat it.
*{{icon|Fiery Dwarf Bulblax|y}}: Because of its fiery back, it can only be defeated with Red Pikmin.
*{{icon|Fiery Young Yellow Wollywog|y}}: Its body is perpetually on fire, meaning that only Red Pikmin can kill it.
*{{icon|Fireflap Bulborb|y}}: Since its body is on fire, only Red Pikmin can be thrown at one to take it out.
 
===Recommended uses===
Other Pikmin can be used for these tasks, but Red Pikmin are especially recommended due to their fire resistance.
 
*Enemies
**{{icon|Fiery Blowlet|y}}: Red Pikmin are recommended to defeat it, but other Pikmin types can defeat it too.
**{{icon|Firesnout Beetle|y}}: Red Pikmin are recommended to defeat it but other Pikmin can defeat it too.
 
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==In ''Pikmin Bloom''==
In {{pb}}, Red Pikmin are the first Pikmin type unlocked, with 2 being given to the player during the tutorial. Their [[seedling]]s require a minimum of 1 carrying strength to be retrieved, along with 1000 steps to grow. In [[expedition]]s, they have a carrying strength of 1 and have a [[Expedition#Speed|time modifier]] of 1. In [[mushroom battle]]s, they have a base [[Mushroom battle#Attack power|attack power]] of 4 and are the only Pikmin that can battle Fire Mushrooms.
 
==Notes==
===Olimar's Voyage Log===
[[File:P4 Voyage Log Olimar 15.png|left|200px]]
{{transcript|Fire should be a natural enemy of the Pikmin, but {{color|Red Pikmin continue through the flames|darkorange}} where other Pikmin would burn... Their {{color|attacks are also a little bit stronger|darkorange}} than those of the other Pikmin. Could these qualities be somehow related?|block=y}}
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===Dalmo's notes===
{{transcript|These peppy little darlings are a vivid scarlet red! As you can tell by their appearance, these critters are very passionate. In fact, they're such hotheads that they're immune to fire! Even their displays of affection are ardent. They'll beat their tiny fists on you in an abundance of enthusiasm!|block=y}}
 
===Olimar's notes===
{{transcript|Pikmin are a part of the Ambuloradicis class, which consists of creatures that exhibit both plant and animal characteristics.
 
A Pikmin will instinctively follow whoever plucks it from the ground, so it is quite common for them to form symbiotic relationships with another species or accept a leader of a different species, as it serves the goal of propagating their own species as a whole.
 
The Red Pikmin is the most common Pikmin species. It can be identified by the nose-like protuberance on its head and its highly aggressive behavior.
 
It also has a few surprising and unique qualities—for example, its immunity to extreme heat and fire, despite the fact that it's a living organism. This can be explained by looking closely at its skin and muscle fibers, which are made up of a flame-resistant cellulose.|block=y}}
 
===Louie's notes===
{{transcript|Looks like a Pikpik Carrot. I bet it tastes good, but I'm practicing self-restraint.|block=y}}
 
===''Hey! Pikmin'' logs===
;{{US|y}}:
{{transcript|What a joy it was to meet these Pikmin again upon crash-landing here! Working with them is as comforting as eating my beloved pikpik carrots, for whom I named the species. Their pointy noses are a bit carrot-shaped, aren't they? These particular Pikmin are the strongest of the bunch and make short work of any dangerous creatures. I'm not sure how, but they're also impervious to fire, making them good candidates to send into a hot situation.|block=y}}
 
;{{EU|y}}:
{{transcript|What a joy it was to meet these Pikmin again upon crash-landing here! Working with them is as comforting as eating my beloved pikpik carrots, for which I named the species. Their noses are a bit carrot-shaped, aren't they? These particular Pikmin are the strongest of the bunch and make short work of any dangerous creatures. I'm not sure how, but they're also impervious to fire, making them good candidates to send into a hot situation.|block=y}}
 
===''Pikmin Bloom'' description===
{{transcript|Red Pikmin have a sharp, nose-like spine on their face—and they're immune to fire! They're trusty allies you can rely on in any situation.|block=y}}
 
===Pikmin Garden===
'''Text'''
{{transcript|
真っ赤な体に、とがった鼻が特徴のピクミン。半動半植物のピクミンの中でも、最も動物的な闘争心や好奇心が強い。高温などへの適応性も高いため、広い範囲に分布している。
 
特徴 その1 火に強い
:皮膚や筋繊維が燃えにくい細胞でできていて、炎や熱に触れても何事もなく活動できる。
 
特徴 その2 攻撃力が高い
:鋭くとがった鼻のような突起があるおかげで、ピクミンの中で最もたたく力が強い。
|block=y}}
 
'''Translation'''
{{transcript|
A Pikmin with a bright red body and a pointy nose. Among the half-animal, half-plant Pikmin, it has the strongest animal-like fighting spirit and curiosity. It is distributed over a wide area due to its high adaptability to high temperatures and other factors.
 
Feature #1: Resistant to fire
:Its skin and muscle fibers are made of cells that do not burn easily, and it can be exposed to flames and heat without incident.
 
Feature #2: High attack power
:Thanks to its sharp, pointy nose-like protuberance, it can strike with the greatest force of all the Pikmin.
|block=y}}
 
==In the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series==
{{external|Pikmin as fighters|[[smashwiki:Pikmin (species)|SmashWiki]]|SmashWiki.png}}
Red Pikmin appear in {{ssbb}}, {{ssb4}}, and {{ssbu}} as a type of Pikmin Olimar can pull from the ground via Pikmin Pluck. Red Pikmin, like in the games, deal a high amount of damage in most attacks; Purple Pikmin only have higher knockback, but do less damage to foes than Red Pikmin. Also, Red Pikmin have fire effects on their attacks, and are immune to fire attacks such as Bowser's Fire Breath or Mario's Fireballs. In ''Brawl'' and ''Smash 4'', they also appear as trophies, and in ''Brawl'' exclusively, two [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl#Stickers|stickers]] exist with Red Pikmin on them, one with a reclining Pikmin, and one with a posing Pikmin.
 
===''Brawl'' trophy===
{{smash trophy
|image  = Red Pikmin trophy SSBB.png
|desc  = {{Notes:Red Pikmin/ssbb}}
|type  = Fighter
|obtain = Clear the "Sproutage of the Flower Pikmin" event.
}}
 
===''Smash 4'' trophy===
;3DS:
;[[Red Pikmin]]:
{{smash trophy
|image  = RedPik3DSTrophy.png
|usdesc = {{Notes:Red Pikmin/ssb43dsus}}
|eudesc = {{Notes:Red Pikmin/ssb43dseu}}
|type  = Fighter
|obtain = Random appearance.
}}
 
;Wii U:
{{smash trophy
|image  = RedPikminTrophySSBU.png
|usdesc = {{Notes:Red Pikmin/ssb4wiiuus}}
|eudesc = {{Notes:Red Pikmin/ssb4wiiueu}}
|type  = Fighter
|box    = 60. Pikmin
|obtain = Random appearance.
}}
 
==Technical information==
{{pikmin technical
|game = p1
|attack = ≈1.5&times; the norm
|carry = 1
}}
 
{{pikmin technical
|game = p2
|attack = 15
|carry = 1
|run_speed = 120 leaf, 140 bud, 170 flower
|dig_speed = ≈1.5&times; the norm
}}
 
{{pikmin technical
|game = p3
|attack = 15
|carry = 1
|run_speed = Unknown
|dig_speed = ≈1.5&times; the norm
}}
 
{{pikmin technical
|game = p4
|attack = 15
|carry = 1
|run_speed = 140 leaf, 170 bud, 200 flower, 220 spicy
|dig_speed = ≈1&times; the norm
}}
 
{{pikmin technical
|game = hp
|attack = 2&times; the norm (exact value unknown)
|carry = 1
}}
 
{{pikmin technical
|game = pb
|pb_attack = 4
|carry = 1
|time_modifier = 1
}}
 
==Naming==
{{see more|Pikmin family#Naming}}
{{naming
|common    = Red Pikmin.
|jpcommon  = {{j|赤ピクミン|Aka Pikumin|Red Pikmin}}.
|jpname    = {{j|アカネピクミン|Aka Ne Pikumin|Red Root Pikmin}}. {{j|アカネ|akane}} also refers to {{w|Rubia|madder}}, a plant used for red dye.
|scientific = ''Pikminidae rubrus''. ''Rubrus'' is Latin for "red".
}}
 
===Names in other languages===
{{foreignname
|Jap  = 赤ピクミン
|JapR = Aka Pikumin
|JapM = Red Pikmin
|ChiTrad  = 紅色皮克敏
|ChiTradR = Hóngsè Píkèmǐn
|ChiTradM = Red Pikmin
|ChiSimp  = 红色皮克敏
|ChiSimpR = Hóngsè Píkèmǐn
|ChiSimpM = Red Pikmin
|Dut  = Rode Pikmin
|DutM = Red Pikmin
|Fra  = Pikmin rouge
|FraM = Red Pikmin
|Ger  = Rotes Pikmin<br>Rote Pikmin (''Pikmin 4'')
|GerM = Red Pikmin
|Ita  = Pikmin rosso
|ItaM = Red Pikmin
|Kor  = 빨강피크민
|KorR = Ppalgang-Pikeumin
|KorM = Red Pikmin
|Spa  = Pikmin rojo
|SpaM = Red Pikmin
|Por  = Pikmin vermelho
|PorM = Red Pikmin
|PorN = Used in various Portuguese language material
|Rus  = Красный пикмин
|RusR = Krasnyy pikmin
|RusM = Red Pikmin
|RusN = Name taken from the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series
|Cze  = Červený Pikmin
|CzeM = Red Pikmin
|CzeN = Name taken from ''Hey! Pikmin'' launch trailer
|Dan  = Rød Pikmin
|DanM = Red Pikmin
|DanN = Name taken from Nintendo's official website
|Fin  = Punainen Pikmin
|FinM = Red Pikmin
|FinN = Name taken from Nintendo's official website
|Heb  = פיקמין אדום
|HebR = Pikmin Adom
|HebM = Red Pikmin
|HebN = Used in official media<ref>[https://youtu.be/3iG6iuZIxRs פיקמין 3 דלוקס - טריילר בעברית] on Nintendo Israel's official YouTube account</ref>
|Hun  = Píros Pikmin
|HunM = Dark Red Pikmin
|HunN = Name taken from Nintendo's official website
|Nor  = Rød Pikmin
|NorM = Red Pikmin
|NorN = Name taken from Nintendo's official website
|Pol  = Czerwony Pikmin
|PolM = Red Pikmin
|PolN = Name taken from Nintendo's official website
|Swe  = Röd Pikmin
|SweM = Red Pikmin
|SweN = Name taken from Nintendo's official website
|notes=y
}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
===''Pikmin''===
<gallery>
Red Pikmin waves P1 art.png|Artwork of a Red Pikmin waving.
Red Pikmin thrown P1 art.png|Artwork of a Red Pikmin being thrown.
Red Pikmin runs P1 leaf.png|A leaf Pikmin runs.
Red Pikmin runs P1 bud.png|A budded Pikmin runs.
Red Pikmin runs P1 flower.png|A flower Pikmin runs.
Idle Red Pikmin P1.png|Artwork of an idle Red Pikmin.
Olimar guides Red Pikmin P1 art.png|Olimar guiding a group of three Red Pikmin.
</gallery>
===''Pikmin 2''===
<gallery>
Normal redpikmins.jpg|Clay art of the Red Pikmin's different stages of [[Maturity]].
Red Pikmin P2 first stage.png|Clay art of a Red Pikmin in its leaf stage.
Red.jpg|Clay art of a Red Pikmin frightenedly running, most likely about to trip.
Red Pikmin P2 artwork.png|Clay art of a Red Pikmin waving.
Red Pikmin Clay Art.png|Clay art of a Red Pikmin laying on its side.
Red Pikmin being thrown.jpg|Clay art of a Red Pikmin being thrown.
Red Pikmin with Bitter Berry.png|Clay art of a Red Pikmin carrying a purple [[Burgeoning Spiderwort]] berry.
Red Pikmin E-Card Wrapper.jpg|A Red Pikmin [[e-card]] pack.
Red Pikmin E-Card.jpg|The Pikmin's e-card, #00 (1<sup>st</sup> red card).
</gallery>
===''Pikmin 3''===
<gallery>
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 00.jpg|Artwork of a Red Pikmin surrounded by fire.
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 01.jpg|Artwork of the 3 stages of Red Pikmin.
Red Pikmin all types.png|Alternate version (no shadow).
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 02.jpg|Monochrome flat art.
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 03.jpg|Monochrome flat art.
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 05.jpg|Monochrome flat art.
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 06.jpg|Colored flat art.
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 07.jpg|Colored flat art.
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 08.jpg|Red Pikmin carrying.
Red Pikmin 3 Artwork 09.jpg|Red Pikmin lying down.
pikmin 3 a-8.jpg|Red Pikmin walking.
Red Pikmin running P3 art.jpg|Red Pikmin running.
Red Pikmin back P3 art.png|The back of a Red Pikmin.
RedPikminDataFile1.jpg|The [[data file]] on Red Pikmin's fire-proof nature.
RedPikminDataFile2.jpg|The data file on Red Pikmin's superior attack power.
</gallery>
===''Pikmin 4''===
<gallery>
P4 Red Pikmin Alt.png|Alternate artwork of a Red Pikmin standing.
Pikmin 4 Red Pikmin Posing.png|A Red Pikmin relaxing in its leaf stage.
Pikmin 4 Red Flower Pikmin.png|A Red Pikmin relaxing in its flower stage.
Pikmin 4 Red Pikmin Tripping.png|A Red Pikmin tripping.
Pikmin 4 Red Pikmin Marching.png|A walking Red Pikmin.
Pikmin 4 Red Pikmin Walking.png|Another walking Red Pikmin.
Pikmin Garden Red Pikmin render.png|A render of the Red Pikmin from the [[Pikmin Garden]] Piklopedia.
Red Pikmin P4 icon.png|The Piklopedia icon.
P4 Red Pikmin Showcase.png|Artwork of a Red Pikmin standing on a sizzling floor.
</gallery>
===''Hey! Pikmin''===
<gallery>
Hey! Pikmin chess piece.png|Artwork of two Red Pikmin carrying the [[Private Castle]].
Hey! Pikmin throwing.png|Artwork of Olimar throwing 2 Red Pikmin and a [[Blue Pikmin]].
</gallery>
===''Pikmin Bloom''===
<gallery>
<gallery>
PikRedPikWave.jpg|Official Art of a Red Pikmin from the first ''Pikmin'' game.
Red Pikmin PB icon.png|In-game sprite.
File:March of the Pikmin.jpg|Olimar guiding a group of three red Pikmin.
Pikmin Bloom Red Pikmin.png|Artwork of a Red Pikmin.
File:PikThrowRedPik.jpg|A red Pikmin being thrown.
Pikmin Bloom Red Pikmin With Flowers.png|Artwork of a Red Pikmin with some flowers.
File:IdlePikmin.jpg|An idle red Pikmin.
</gallery>
File:Normal redpikmins.jpg|The stages of Pikmin represented by the red Pikmin.
 
File:Pik2BitterBerry.JPG|A red Pikmin carrying a [[Ultra-Bitter Spray|purple berry]].
===Other===
File:Louie Sees A Pikmin.jpg|Louie when he first sees a red Pikmin.
<gallery>
File:Brawl_Red.PNG|A red Pikmin in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''.
Red Pikmin Brawl.jpg|A Red Pikmin in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''.
Observe.png|Red Pikmin hiding from a [[Whiptongue Bulborb]].
RedPikminGreninjaTrailer.PNG|A Red Pikmin seen in the Greninja and Charizard reveal video for ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U]]''.
1339205650438.png|Red Pikmin as depicted in ''Pikmin 3'' official artwork.
NL-Red Pikmin Art1.png|The Red Pikmin costume from ''[[Nintendo Land]]''{{'s}} ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]''.
112px-NL-Red Pikmin Art1.png|The Red Pikmin costume from ''Nintendo Land'''s ''Pikmin Adventure''.
Red Pikmin manual.png|Red Pikmin's abilities explained in ''Pikmin'', ''Pikmin 2'', ''Pikmin 3'', ''New Play Control! Pikmin 2'' and ''New Play Control! Pikmin''.
RedPikminGreninjaTrailer.PNG|A Red Pikmin seen in the Greninja and Charizard reveal video for ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS''.
Play Nintendo Pikmin Red.png|An animation of a Red Pikmin from the Play Nintendo website.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
[[File:RedHat.png|thumb|The Red Pikmin hat being worn in Streetpass.]]
[[File:RedHat.png|thumb|The Red Pikmin hat being worn in Streetpass Mii Plaza.]]
*The first piece of downloadable content in [[acwiki:Animal Crossing: City Folk|''Animal Crossing: City Folk'']] was a hat item called "Red Pikmin". The item covers all of the character's head except the face and stems out into a leaf. It could be sent to other regions through befriending Japanese players. The same item was later made available in Europe and then North America (3/25/09 as the second DLC item). It is worth 360 Bells.
*The first piece of [[downloadable content]] in [[nookipedia:Animal Crossing: City Folk|''Animal Crossing: City Folk'']] was a hat item called "Red Pikmin". The item covers all of the character's head except the face, and stems out into a leaf. It could be sent to other regions through befriending Japanese players. The same item was later made available in Europe and then North America ({{date|25|March|2009}} as the second DLC item). It is worth 360 Bells.
*A rectangular pot with a red, blue, and yellow Pikmin planted in it is a furniture in ''Animal Crossing: City Folk''. It can only be obtained by hacking, however.
*A rectangular pot with a red, blue, and Yellow Pikmin planted in it is a piece of furniture in ''Animal Crossing: City Folk''. It can only be obtained by hacking, however.
*A Red Pikmin can be found in Streetpass Mii Plaza by playing Find Mii.
*A Red Pikmin Hat can be found in Streetpass Mii Plaza by playing Find Mii.
*Red Pikmin become obsolete early in ''Pikmin 2'', as all manner of fire hazards in the game can be easily destroyed without the use of red Pikmin. Their greater attack strength also becomes negligible, as purple Pikmin can also be brought to any area that red Pikmin can go to.
*Red Pikmin are the only Pikmin type to be used as the default for more than one [[Dandori Battle]] stage, as they are present in both [[Trial Run]] and [[Hot Sandy Duel]].
*In [[Pikmin 4]], if the player only has discovered Red Pikmin, it will always be the recommended type above ground.


==Names in other languages==
==See also==
{{foreignname
* [[Pikmin family]]
|PorP=Pikmin Vermelho
* [[Bulborb|Red Bulborb]]
|PorPM=Red "Pikmin"
* [[Fire]]
|PorPN=Translation taken from the ''Pikmin'' instruction manual.
 
|notes=y
==References==
}}
{{refs}}
 
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{{Pikmin}}
{{Pikmin}}

Latest revision as of 07:26, October 29, 2024

Red Pikmin In-game icon.
A Red Pikmin from Pikmin 4.
Scientific name Pikminidae rubrus
Family Pikmin
Resistance Fire
Attack strength Above average(?)
Mobility Average(?)
Throw Average
Digging speed Above average(?)
Carrying capacity 1
Size Body length: 33mm
Pikmin 4 Piklopedia number 111
Voice actor Hajime Wakai[1]

Red Pikmin (赤ピクミン?) are a red species of Pikmin with the special abilities of fire resistance and strong attack power. They are the first Pikmin type seen or discovered in all games by the main playable captain, and are usually considered the "main" type of Pikmin due to their relatively simple traits and early discovery. They are cultivated via the Red Onion (or the Master Onion), and like Yellow Pikmin, Blue Pikmin and Bulbmin, their buds and flowers are white. These Pikmin are present in all games of the series, and make an appearance in all game modes.

Traits and abilities[edit]

The Red Pikmin demonstrate their resistance to the fire from a Fiery Blowhog.
Red Pikmin are immune to fire, as seen here.

Red Pikmin have spiked noses, and as a result, have above average attack power, at 1.5× that of most types. This means they deal more damage when latched onto an enemy, making them especially useful in battle.

Red Pikmin also exhibit an immunity to fire, in that they ignore the heat whereas other Pikmin (besides Bulbmin and Glow Pikmin) would have their leaf, bud, or flower catch on fire and run off in a panic. According to Olimar's notes in the Pikmin 4 Piklopedia, this is because their skin and muscle fibers are made up of a flame-resistant cellulose. This ability is most useful in Pikmin 4, due to the presence of fire starters that only they can pick up and sizzling floors that only they can extinguish. It is also useful in Pikmin and Pikmin 3 due to the fact that fire geysers are indestructible and Fiery Blowhogs are prevalent. Their ability is less useful in Pikmin 2, where the geysers can be destroyed by any Pikmin, and Fiery Blowhogs can easily be defeated with Purple Pikmin. Their main use in the second game is for defeating Fiery Bulblaxes, though this task doesn't always require them. In Hey! Pikmin, they act just like in all other games, except they also have the ability to stomp out flames, allowing Olimar or other Pikmin safe passage.

In 2-Player Battle in Pikmin 2, Player 1's army is made up of Red Pikmin, while Player 2's army is made up of Blue Pikmin. For the sake of fairness, Blue Pikmin are given the same 1.5× attack power, and the only elemental hazards are from Fiery Blowhogs and Watery Blowhogs.

In Pikmin[edit]

Discovery[edit]

The first Red Pikmin after being plucked out.
The first Red Pikmin in Pikmin.

In Pikmin, Red Pikmin are the first type of Pikmin ever discovered by Captain Olimar. They are discovered in The Impact Site, along with their Onion, just a short walk away from the landing site. When the dormant Onion wakes up and ejects a seed, and Olimar plucks the seed, it marks the first time Olimar ever sees a Pikmin. Here, at least 20 Red Pikmin must be grown in order to carry back the Main Engine, so that Olimar can exit the planet's surface during the night. However, it's possible to grow up to 25 Red Pikmin on the first day.

Uses[edit]

There is no task in the game that can only be completed with Red Pikmin specifically. However, as they are the first type discovered, they are by default required until another type is obtained. In addition, the following tasks are intended to be completed with Red Pikmin, though they can be done with other types:

  • Ship parts
    • Libra Libra: Red Pikmin are needed to carry the piece through fire geysers, unless careful timing, whistles, and a large number of carriers are used.
    • Analog Computer Analog Computer: Same as the Libra.
    • Omega Stabilizer Omega Stabilizer: Same as the Libra.
    • Secret Safe Secret Safe: Red Pikmin are the only ones that can cross the path of fire geysers necessary to complete the puzzle leading to this part, but with accurate aiming and a long throw, one can throw Yellow Pikmin from the northern bridge onto the end of the geyser path.
  • Enemies
    • Fiery Blowhog Fiery Blowhog: This enemy shoots fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.

In Pikmin 2[edit]

Discovery[edit]

Louie finding the first Red Pikmin sprout in Pikmin 2.
Louie seeing a Red Pikmin for the first time in Pikmin 2.

In Pikmin 2, the first Red Pikmin are found by Captain Olimar, immediately after landing on the planet. There are 5 Pikmin fighting a Dwarf Red Bulborb in the Valley of Repose right next to where Olimar lands. Whistling them gives Olimar control over them, which he uses to defeat the enemy. After this, once Louie has regained consciousness, he walks a short distance and finds the Red Onion. From there, Louie builds up the population in order to crush a bag separating him from Olimar, and from then on, the leaders are united.

Uses[edit]

There is no task in the game that can only be completed with Red Pikmin specifically. However, as they are the first type discovered, they are by default required until another type is obtained. In addition, the following tasks are intended to be completed with Red Pikmin, though they can be done with other types:

  • Treasures
  • Enemies
    • Fiery Blowhog Fiery Blowhog: This enemy shoots fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
    • Fiery Bulblax Fiery Bulblax: Only Red Pikmin can withstand its flames. However, if the enemy is submerged, its fire goes out. Even with the fire active, Purple Pikmin can damage it with their impact damage, and White Pikmin can be ingested to poison it. In certain caves, it can be lured into walking into the abyss as well.
    • Fiery Dweevil Fiery Dweevil: This enemy can set a large group of Pikmin on fire at once, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.

In Pikmin 3[edit]

Discovery[edit]

Alph finding a Red Pikmin in Pikmin 3.
Alph first finding a Red Pikmin in Pikmin 3.

In Pikmin 3, the story begins with Charlie discovering Yellow Pikmin and ending up captured by the Vehemoth Phosbat. After this prologue, Alph wakes up in a small puddle at the Tropical Wilds. He walks a short distance before seeing a Red Pikmin, which surprises both of them. After walking a bit more, he finds three wild Red Pikmin trying to free their Onion from a branch. Alph throws the Pikmin at it and succeeds in freeing it. He then proceeds to grow his army up to 20 (21 if the one sitting on the pot is obtained), so that he can push the cardboard box and get back to the S.S. Drake, as well as try to rescue Brittany. Although Yellow Pikmin are seen first, Red Pikmin are the first type to have their Onion discovered, and thus, formally introduced.

Uses[edit]

There is no task in the game that can only be completed with Red Pikmin specifically. However, as they are the first type discovered, they are by default required until another type is obtained. In addition, the following tasks are intended to be completed with Red Pikmin, though they can be done with other types:

  • Fruits
  • Enemies
    • Fiery Blowhog Fiery Blowhog: This enemy shoots fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
    • Plasm Wraith Plasm Wraith: This boss is able to create fire-type elemental plasms that create fire over a large area. But there is a short period before the fire starts burning, and the elemental plasm can be destroyed before then.
    • Pyroclasmic Slooch Pyroclasmic Slooch: The Pyroclasmic Slooch is a slug that is cloaked in flames. By luring one into water, however, its flames temporarily go out while it remains in the water, and can be attacked by any Pikmin type. Other than that, Rock Pikmin deal impact damage to Slooches even if they are cloaked in fire, although the player should whistle them right afterwards to save them. There is also a glitch that allows other types of Pikmin to attack a Slooch without catching fire.

In Pikmin 4[edit]

Discovery[edit]

The player character plucking a Red Pikmin sprout in Pikmin 4.
Plucking the first Red Pikmin in Pikmin 4.

In Pikmin 4, Red Pikmin are discovered in the tutorial on day 1, but not straight away. After the player character lands, they first find Oatchi, rescue Collin, make their way through the Burrow of Beginnings and rescue Shepherd, and make it to the landing site of the Rescue Command Post. There, the Red Onion is found buried in the ground, and after digging it up with Oatchi and pulling it to the landing site, the Onion springs into action and releases a single Red Pikmin seed, which the player can pluck to start growing a squad.

In Olimar's Shipwreck Tale, a Red Onion stands next to the S.S. Dolphin at the start of day 1. It is already active and contains 10 Red Pikmin.

Required uses[edit]

The following article or section is in need of assistance from someone who plays Pikmin 4.
Particularly: Add instances where the cooling down of sizzling floors is necessary and can only be done with Red Pikmin

There are many items in Pikmin 4 that require the use of Red Pikmin to collect. This is due to the existence of sizzling floors, obstacles that can only be extinguished by Red Pikmin, and fire starters, tools that can only be carried by Red Pikmin.

As Red Pikmin are the they are the first type discovered, there are certain tasks that require Red Pikmin to be used:

Red Pikmin are also required in certain areas due to the need to use a fire starter:

Also, since Dandori Caves limit what types of Pikmin are available, not all of them are possible to get a platinum medal without Red Pikmin.

Olimar's Shipwreck tale[edit]

Just like the main game mode, it's necessary to use Red Pikmin in order to discover other means of carrying and combat. It's unavoidable to either collect 2 ship parts with Red Pikmin to get to the Blossoming Arcadia and find Moss, or to get the Yellow Onion with Red Pikmin in order to get Yellow Pikmin. Other than that, there are no ship parts that require Red Pikmin.

Recommended uses[edit]

The following article or section is in need of assistance from someone who plays Pikmin 4.
Particularly: List all treasures that don't require Reds, but they're useful.

Several treasures and other obstacles in Pikmin 4 can be subverted with means other than Red Pikmin, but they are still recommended. Sizzling floors, on a few occasions, can only be cooled down by Red Pikmin, and fire starters are often helpful but can be substituted in some instances. Here are things that are useful to have Red Pikmin with:

  • Enemies:
    • Fiery Blowhog Fiery Blowhog: This enemy shoots fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
    • Fiery Bulblax Fiery Bulblax: Only Red Pikmin and Glow Pikmin can withstand its flames. However, if the enemy is submerged, its fire goes out. White Pikmin can be ingested to poison it.
    • Fiery Dweevil Fiery Dweevil: This enemy can set a large group of Pikmin on fire at once, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
    • Pyroclasmic Slooch Pyroclasmic Slooch: This enemy is covered in fire so only Red Pikmin and Glow Pikmin can withstand the flames. However, it is possible to submerge the enemey allowing other Pikmin types to attack it.
    • Titan Blowhog Titan Blowhog: This enemy shoots strong and fast fire towards the player, but can be defeated with any Pikmin type.
    • Scorchcake Scorchcake: The underside of this enemy is covered in fire, so only Red Pikmin or Glow Pikmin can withstand the fire but the upperside has no flames meaning all Pikmin types can attack it.
    • Ancient Sirehound Ancient Sirehound: The fourth phase of this fight uses fire based attacks.

In Hey! Pikmin[edit]

Discovery[edit]

The first group of Red Pikmin whistled in Hey! Pikmin.
The first group of Red Pikmin whistled in Hey! Pikmin.

In Hey! Pikmin, after Captain Olimar crash-lands on the planet, he explores the area he lands in until he stumbles upon a lone Red Pikmin. After he and the S.S. Dolphin II's pod stare at it for a bit, it runs away. After moving forward some more, Olimar and his ship find the Pikmin's hiding spot, a bush. After using the whistle here, the Pikmin that was hiding behind, along with three others, pop out of the bush and join him. These Pikmin are used shortly after to collect some Sparklium Seeds that are out of reach. Eventually, Olimar finishes exploring this starting area, and leaves the Pikmin he found behind. The adventure proper then starts, with the area First Expedition, where he once again meets the Red Pikmin, again, hiding behind a bush. This time, and from here on out, he takes any Red Pikmin he finds and salvages at the end of the area with him, and leaves them in the Pikmin Park.

Required uses[edit]

To do: Write a list of treasures requiring Red Pikmin to collect.
Care to do so?

Red Pikmin must be used in order to collect the following treasures and defeat the following enemies, and there are no glitches or exploits that allow other Pikmin types to do so.

In Pikmin Park, the fireplace can only be destroyed by Red Pikmin due to their fire resistance.

Treasures in areas with Red Pikmin only
Treasures in areas with multiple Pikmin types
Enemies

Recommended uses[edit]

Other Pikmin can be used for these tasks, but Red Pikmin are especially recommended due to their fire resistance.

  • Enemies
    • Fiery Blowlet Fiery Blowlet: Red Pikmin are recommended to defeat it, but other Pikmin types can defeat it too.
    • Firesnout Beetle Firesnout Beetle: Red Pikmin are recommended to defeat it but other Pikmin can defeat it too.

In Pikmin Bloom[edit]

In Pikmin Bloom, Red Pikmin are the first Pikmin type unlocked, with 2 being given to the player during the tutorial. Their seedlings require a minimum of 1 carrying strength to be retrieved, along with 1000 steps to grow. In expeditions, they have a carrying strength of 1 and have a time modifier of 1. In mushroom battles, they have a base attack power of 4 and are the only Pikmin that can battle Fire Mushrooms.

Notes[edit]

Olimar's Voyage Log[edit]

The image accompanying Olimar's voyage log #15 "The Red Pikmin".
“Fire should be a natural enemy of the Pikmin, but Red Pikmin continue through the flames where other Pikmin would burn... Their attacks are also a little bit stronger than those of the other Pikmin. Could these qualities be somehow related?”

Dalmo's notes[edit]

“These peppy little darlings are a vivid scarlet red! As you can tell by their appearance, these critters are very passionate. In fact, they're such hotheads that they're immune to fire! Even their displays of affection are ardent. They'll beat their tiny fists on you in an abundance of enthusiasm!”

Olimar's notes[edit]

“Pikmin are a part of the Ambuloradicis class, which consists of creatures that exhibit both plant and animal characteristics.

A Pikmin will instinctively follow whoever plucks it from the ground, so it is quite common for them to form symbiotic relationships with another species or accept a leader of a different species, as it serves the goal of propagating their own species as a whole.

The Red Pikmin is the most common Pikmin species. It can be identified by the nose-like protuberance on its head and its highly aggressive behavior.

It also has a few surprising and unique qualities—for example, its immunity to extreme heat and fire, despite the fact that it's a living organism. This can be explained by looking closely at its skin and muscle fibers, which are made up of a flame-resistant cellulose.”

Louie's notes[edit]

“Looks like a Pikpik Carrot. I bet it tastes good, but I'm practicing self-restraint.”

Hey! Pikmin logs[edit]

US version US version
“What a joy it was to meet these Pikmin again upon crash-landing here! Working with them is as comforting as eating my beloved pikpik carrots, for whom I named the species. Their pointy noses are a bit carrot-shaped, aren't they? These particular Pikmin are the strongest of the bunch and make short work of any dangerous creatures. I'm not sure how, but they're also impervious to fire, making them good candidates to send into a hot situation.”
European version European version
“What a joy it was to meet these Pikmin again upon crash-landing here! Working with them is as comforting as eating my beloved pikpik carrots, for which I named the species. Their noses are a bit carrot-shaped, aren't they? These particular Pikmin are the strongest of the bunch and make short work of any dangerous creatures. I'm not sure how, but they're also impervious to fire, making them good candidates to send into a hot situation.”

Pikmin Bloom description[edit]

“Red Pikmin have a sharp, nose-like spine on their face—and they're immune to fire! They're trusty allies you can rely on in any situation.”

Pikmin Garden[edit]

Text

“真っ赤な体に、とがった鼻が特徴のピクミン。半動半植物のピクミンの中でも、最も動物的な闘争心や好奇心が強い。高温などへの適応性も高いため、広い範囲に分布している。

特徴 その1 火に強い

皮膚や筋繊維が燃えにくい細胞でできていて、炎や熱に触れても何事もなく活動できる。

特徴 その2 攻撃力が高い

鋭くとがった鼻のような突起があるおかげで、ピクミンの中で最もたたく力が強い。”

Translation

“A Pikmin with a bright red body and a pointy nose. Among the half-animal, half-plant Pikmin, it has the strongest animal-like fighting spirit and curiosity. It is distributed over a wide area due to its high adaptability to high temperatures and other factors.

Feature #1: Resistant to fire

Its skin and muscle fibers are made of cells that do not burn easily, and it can be exposed to flames and heat without incident.

Feature #2: High attack power

Thanks to its sharp, pointy nose-like protuberance, it can strike with the greatest force of all the Pikmin.”

In the Super Smash Bros. series[edit]

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Red Pikmin appear in Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as a type of Pikmin Olimar can pull from the ground via Pikmin Pluck. Red Pikmin, like in the games, deal a high amount of damage in most attacks; Purple Pikmin only have higher knockback, but do less damage to foes than Red Pikmin. Also, Red Pikmin have fire effects on their attacks, and are immune to fire attacks such as Bowser's Fire Breath or Mario's Fireballs. In Brawl and Smash 4, they also appear as trophies, and in Brawl exclusively, two stickers exist with Red Pikmin on them, one with a reclining Pikmin, and one with a posing Pikmin.

Brawl trophy[edit]

The Red Pikmin trophy from Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Description:

“A type of Pikmin—which are odd beings who grow like plants yet are as mobile as animals. Red ones are heat and fire resistant and are strong attackers, which makes them valuable when facing dangerous foes. Purple Pikmin are also tough fighters, but since it's difficult to increase their numbers, red Pikmin are easier to manage. Red Pikmin have distinct pointed noses.

GameCube Pikmin
GameCube Pikmin 2”
How to obtain: Clear the "Sproutage of the Flower Pikmin" event. Type: Fighter

Smash 4 trophy[edit]

3DS
Red Pikmin
The trophy for a Red Pikmin in the 3DS version of Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U, sliding down a Sunseed Berry. US version US description:
“This Pikmin has a red body and a long, pointy nose. It was the first type of Pikmin Olimar ever met. In Smash Bros., they have the second highest attack power among the Pikmin. Like their fiery color suggests, they can attack with flames and withstand them.”
European version EU description:
“Telling Red Pikmin apart from the other Pikmin is easy: these ones have long, pointy noises. Also, they're red. They're the very first kind of Pikmin Olimar finds on their planet, and their high attack power makes them very useful. In this game, they can deal powerful attacks, and they're very resistant to fire damage.”
How to obtain: Random appearance. Type: Fighter
Wii U
The trophy for a Red Pikmin in the Wii U version of Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U, sliding down a Sunseed Berry. US version US description:

“This Pikmin has a red body and a long, pointy nose. It was the first type of Pikmin Olimar ever met. In Smash Bros., they have the second highest attack power among the Pikmin. Like their fiery color suggests, they can attack with flames and withstand them.
Appears in:

GameCube Pikmin (12/2001)
GameCube Pikmin 2 (08/2004)”
European version EU description:

“Telling Red Pikmin apart from the other Pikmin is easy: these ones have long, pointy noses. Also, they're red. They're the very first kind of Pikmin Olimar finds on their planet, and their high attack power makes them very useful. In this game, they can deal powerful attacks, and they're very resistant to fire damage.
Related Games

GameCube Pikmin (06/2002)
GameCube Pikmin 2 (10/2004)”
How to obtain: Random appearance. Type: Fighter Trophy Box: 60. Pikmin

Technical information[edit]

Pikmin technical information (?)
Attack strength ≈1.5× the norm
Carrying strength 1
Pikmin 2 technical information (?)
Attack strength 15
Carrying strength 1
Running speed 120 leaf, 140 bud, 170 flower
Digging speed ≈1.5× the norm
Pikmin 3 technical information (?)
Attack strength 15
Carrying strength 1
Running speed Unknown
Digging speed ≈1.5× the norm
Pikmin 4 technical information (?)
Attack strength 15
Carrying strength 1
Running speed 140 leaf, 170 bud, 200 flower, 220 spicy
Digging speed ≈1× the norm
Hey! Pikmin technical information (?)
Attack strength 2× the norm (exact value unknown)
Carrying strength 1
Pikmin Bloom technical information (?)
Base attack strength 4
Carrying strength 1
Expedition time modifier 1

Naming[edit]

See more: Pikmin family#Naming.
  • Common name: Red Pikmin.
  • Japanese nickname: 赤ピクミン?, lit.: "Red Pikmin".
  • Japanese name: アカネピクミン?, lit.: "Red Root Pikmin". アカネ? also refers to madder, a plant used for red dye.
  • Scientific name: Pikminidae rubrus. Rubrus is Latin for "red".
  • Internal names: Unknown.
  • Prerelease: None.

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese 赤ピクミン?
Aka Pikumin		 Red Pikmin
Flag of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Chinese
(traditional)		 紅色皮克敏
Hóngsè Píkèmǐn		 Red Pikmin
Flag of China Chinese
(simplified)		 红色皮克敏
Hóngsè Píkèmǐn		 Red Pikmin
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Rode Pikmin Red Pikmin
Flag of France French Pikmin rouge Red Pikmin
Flag of Germany German Rotes Pikmin
Rote Pikmin (Pikmin 4)		 Red Pikmin
Flag of Italy Italian Pikmin rosso Red Pikmin
Flag of South Korea Korean 빨강피크민
Ppalgang-Pikeumin		 Red Pikmin
Flag of Brazil Portuguese Pikmin vermelho Red Pikmin Used in various Portuguese language material
Flag of Spain Spanish Pikmin rojo Red Pikmin
Flag of Russia Russian Красный пикмин
Krasnyy pikmin		 Red Pikmin Name taken from the Super Smash Bros. series
Flag of the Czech Republic Czech Červený Pikmin Red Pikmin Name taken from Hey! Pikmin launch trailer
Flag of Denmark Danish Rød Pikmin Red Pikmin Name taken from Nintendo's official website
Flag of Finland Finnish Punainen Pikmin Red Pikmin Name taken from Nintendo's official website
Flag of Israel Hebrew פיקמין אדום
Pikmin Adom		 Red Pikmin Used in official media[2]
Flag of Hungary Hungarian Píros Pikmin Dark Red Pikmin Name taken from Nintendo's official website
Flag of Norway Norwegian Rød Pikmin Red Pikmin Name taken from Nintendo's official website
Flag of Poland Polish Czerwony Pikmin Red Pikmin Name taken from Nintendo's official website
Flag of Sweden Swedish Röd Pikmin Red Pikmin Name taken from Nintendo's official website

Gallery[edit]

Pikmin[edit]

  • Artwork of a Red Pikmin waving.

    Artwork of a Red Pikmin waving.

  • Artwork of a Red Pikmin being thrown.

    Artwork of a Red Pikmin being thrown.

  • A leaf Pikmin runs.

    A leaf Pikmin runs.

  • A budded Pikmin runs.

    A budded Pikmin runs.

  • A flower Pikmin runs.

    A flower Pikmin runs.

  • Artwork of an idle Red Pikmin.

    Artwork of an idle Red Pikmin.

  • Olimar guiding a group of three Red Pikmin.

    Olimar guiding a group of three Red Pikmin.

Pikmin 2[edit]

  • Clay art of the Red Pikmin's different stages of Maturity.

    Clay art of the Red Pikmin's different stages of Maturity.

  • Clay art of a Red Pikmin in its leaf stage.

    Clay art of a Red Pikmin in its leaf stage.

  • Clay art of a Red Pikmin frightenedly running, most likely about to trip.

    Clay art of a Red Pikmin frightenedly running, most likely about to trip.

  • Clay art of a Red Pikmin waving.

    Clay art of a Red Pikmin waving.

  • Clay art of a Red Pikmin laying on its side.

    Clay art of a Red Pikmin laying on its side.

  • Clay art of a Red Pikmin being thrown.

    Clay art of a Red Pikmin being thrown.

  • Clay art of a Red Pikmin carrying a purple Burgeoning Spiderwort berry.

    Clay art of a Red Pikmin carrying a purple Burgeoning Spiderwort berry.

  • A Red Pikmin e-card pack.

    A Red Pikmin e-card pack.

  • The Pikmin's e-card, #00 (1st red card).

    The Pikmin's e-card, #00 (1st red card).

Pikmin 3[edit]

  • Artwork of a Red Pikmin surrounded by fire.

    Artwork of a Red Pikmin surrounded by fire.

  • Artwork of the 3 stages of Red Pikmin.

    Artwork of the 3 stages of Red Pikmin.

  • Alternate version (no shadow).

    Alternate version (no shadow).

  • Monochrome flat art.

    Monochrome flat art.

  • Monochrome flat art.

    Monochrome flat art.

  • Monochrome flat art.

    Monochrome flat art.

  • Colored flat art.

    Colored flat art.

  • Colored flat art.

    Colored flat art.

  • Red Pikmin carrying.

    Red Pikmin carrying.

  • Red Pikmin lying down.

    Red Pikmin lying down.

  • Red Pikmin walking.

    Red Pikmin walking.

  • Red Pikmin running.

    Red Pikmin running.

  • The back of a Red Pikmin.

    The back of a Red Pikmin.

  • The data file on Red Pikmin's fire-proof nature.

    The data file on Red Pikmin's fire-proof nature.

  • The data file on Red Pikmin's superior attack power.

    The data file on Red Pikmin's superior attack power.

Pikmin 4[edit]

  • Alternate artwork of a Red Pikmin standing.

    Alternate artwork of a Red Pikmin standing.

  • A Red Pikmin relaxing in its leaf stage.

    A Red Pikmin relaxing in its leaf stage.

  • A Red Pikmin relaxing in its flower stage.

    A Red Pikmin relaxing in its flower stage.

  • A Red Pikmin tripping.

    A Red Pikmin tripping.

  • A walking Red Pikmin.

    A walking Red Pikmin.

  • Another walking Red Pikmin.

    Another walking Red Pikmin.

  • A render of the Red Pikmin from the Pikmin Garden Piklopedia.

    A render of the Red Pikmin from the Pikmin Garden Piklopedia.

  • The Piklopedia icon.

    The Piklopedia icon.

  • Artwork of a Red Pikmin standing on a sizzling floor.

    Artwork of a Red Pikmin standing on a sizzling floor.

Hey! Pikmin[edit]

Pikmin Bloom[edit]

  • In-game sprite.

    In-game sprite.

  • Artwork of a Red Pikmin.

    Artwork of a Red Pikmin.

  • Artwork of a Red Pikmin with some flowers.

    Artwork of a Red Pikmin with some flowers.

Other[edit]

Trivia[edit]

The Nintendo 3DS Streetpass Plaza Red Pikmin hat.
The Red Pikmin hat being worn in Streetpass Mii Plaza.
  • The first piece of downloadable content in Animal Crossing: City Folk was a hat item called "Red Pikmin". The item covers all of the character's head except the face, and stems out into a leaf. It could be sent to other regions through befriending Japanese players. The same item was later made available in Europe and then North America (March 25th, 2009 as the second DLC item). It is worth 360 Bells.
  • A rectangular pot with a red, blue, and Yellow Pikmin planted in it is a piece of furniture in Animal Crossing: City Folk. It can only be obtained by hacking, however.
  • A Red Pikmin Hat can be found in Streetpass Mii Plaza by playing Find Mii.
  • Red Pikmin are the only Pikmin type to be used as the default for more than one Dandori Battle stage, as they are present in both Trial Run and Hot Sandy Duel.
  • In Pikmin 4, if the player only has discovered Red Pikmin, it will always be the recommended type above ground.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ YouTube video of the sound test in the Japanese version of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
  2. ^ פיקמין 3 דלוקס - טריילר בעברית on Nintendo Israel's official YouTube account


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Pikmin
Types Red Pikmin • Yellow Pikmin • Blue Pikmin • Purple Pikmin • White Pikmin
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