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[[File:Whistle.png|thumb|[[Captain Olimar]] using his whistle on three idle [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]].]]
[[File:Whistle.png|thumb|[[Captain Olimar]] using his whistle on three idle [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]].]]
{{otheruses|the whisting mechanic|the [[treasure]] in ''[[Pikmin 2]]''|Emperor Whistle}}
{{otheruses|the whistle used by the leaders|other uses|Whistle (disambiguation)}}


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The '''whistle''' ({{j|笛|Fue}}) is a main part of the gameplay in the [[Pikmin series|''Pikmin'' games]]. It is the primary way of calling idle [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] and leaders over onto the active leader's [[group]], the secondary way being the active leader bumping into them (except in ''Pikmin 2'', where a leader bumped by another will not be called over). Whistling can also be used to instantly rescue Pikmin who are under the effects of certain [[hazard]]s, or Pikmin trapped by special [[enemy]] attacks. Whistling blows some sound waves towards the [[cursor]] when used. The longer the button is held, the wider the call's radius, up to a size and time limit that depend on each game.
*Add exactly how long the whistle lasts for ''Pikmin'', and if possible, more specific values.
*Some animated gifs would be awesome.}}


The '''whistle''' is a main part of the gameplay in the [[Pikmin series|''Pikmin'' games]]. This is the primary way of calling idle [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]], the secondary way being a leader bumping into them. [[Leader]]s can also be called into the group via whistling, but only in ''[[Pikmin 3]]'' can they be called via bumping. Whistling can also be used to instantly rescue Pikmin who are suffering from a [[hazard]], such as [[fire]], call drowning Pikmin to land, and help Pikmin who are about to fall prey to the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]] or [[Sandbelching Meerslug]]'s vortex attacks.
The whistle in {{hp}} works differently from the main games. Instead of blowing sound to a point the player can control, using the whistle calls all Pikmin on-screen to rush to Olimar's side, assuming they are not working on an obstacle.


It'll blow some sound waves towards the [[HUD#Cursor|cursor]] when used by pressing {{button|gcn|B|wii|B}} in the first two games, and {{button|wii|B|wiiu|ZR|wiiu|PCZR}} in ''Pikmin 3''. The longer the button is held, the wider the call's radius, up to a size and time limit. The maximum radius (unmodified by the [[Mega Tweeter]]) is about the size of an [[Onion]]'s circular landing pad.
== Controls ==
{| class="wikitable"
| colspan="2" | {{p1}}<br>{{p2}}
| Hold {{button|gc|b}}
|-
| colspan="2" | {{npcp1}}<br>{{npcp2}}
| Hold {{button|wii|b}}
|-
| rowspan="2" | {{p3}}
| Classic controls
| Hold {{button|wiiu|zr|wii|b|wiiu|pczr}}
|-
| Stylus Mode
| Hold {{button|wiiu|l}} while holding {{button|wiiu|stylus}} to the screen
|-
| rowspan="2" | {{p3d}}<br>{{p4}}
| Combined Joy-Cons or Pro Controller
| Hold {{button|switch|b}}
|-
| Sideways Joy-Con
| Hold {{button|switch|faced}}
|-
| colspan="2" | {{p1s}}<br>{{p2s}}
| Hold {{button|switch|b}}
|-
| colspan="2" | {{hp}}
| Tap the Whistle button on the touch screen
|}
 
== Calling Pikmin and leaders ==
Pikmin that are running around in a [[panic]], on [[fire]], choking from a [[water]] bubble, or choking in [[poison]] can be rescued instantly by being whistled. Pikmin that are drowning can be whistled in order to make them slowly move towards the leader and hopefully jump to the shore in time. Pikmin who are about to fall prey to the [[Vehemoth Phosbat]] or [[Sandbelching Meerslug]]'s vortex attacks, or stuck in an [[Arachnode]]'s web can also be whistled in order to free them.
 
In the first two games, Pikmin and leaders not in the group jump to attention with a grunt when called by the whistle and run to the leader immediately after. In ''Pikmin 3'', Pikmin and leaders still immediately acknowledge the whistle, but only actually start running when the whistle's radius is no longer around them. In ''Pikmin 3 Deluxe'', this is only true for leaders.


There are different commands that leaders can do that also play whistle sounds. Pikmin can be separated intro groups of their own type with a simple '''[[dismiss]]''' command. A third type of audio order also exists, albeit not directly related to the whistle. On the first two games, when {{button|gcn|C}} is tilted, a small tune is heard and the Pikmin will '''[[Group move|move]]''' in the direction the stick is held; the farther the stick is tilted, the farther they'll move. On the ''[[New Play Control!]]'' versions, {{button|wii|Paddown}} must be pressed, and the Pikmin will move towards the cursor's position.
In ''Pikmin 3 Deluxe'', Pikmin that are working on a task will not head to the group when whistled, at first. This allows the player to whistle idle Pikmin near the worker Pikmin without the fear of making the worker Pikmin cancel their tasks. When whistled, worker Pikmin pause what they are doing, freeze in place, and if they are carrying something alone, they will also face the leader. After some seconds, they resume their task. In order to call a worker Pikmin over, the player must whistle them for a long period of time, or whistle them a second time after the first whistle freezes them. The following is a list of tasks that cause Pikmin to freeze and pause when whistled briefly:


In the first two games, idle or working Pikmin and leaders jump to attention with a grunt when called by the whistle and run to the leader immediately after. In ''Pikmin 3'', Pikmin and leaders still immediately acknowledge the whistle, but do not actually start running until the whistle's radius is no longer around them.
* [[Carrying]].
* [[Digging]] an object out of the ground.
* Digging a [[tunnel]], but only at the start. After they go in, a simple whistle can take them out.
* Knocking down a [[gate]].


It is to note that the duration of the whistle is different depending on the game:
{{game help|p2|If an inactive leader's Pikmin get set on fire, whistling said leader will save all of the Pikmin. Document, elaborate, and check if this happens on GameCube/Wii.}}


*{{p1}}: around 1.37 second
== Size ==
*{{p2}}: around 1.59 second
{{stub|section=y|On top of describing the maximum circle whistle range, describe also how far the player can point towards to start whistling, in each game.}}
*{{npcp1}}: around 1.37 second
The maximum radius (unmodified by the [[Mega Tweeter]]) is about the size of an [[Onion]]'s circular landing pad. ''Pikmin 3 Deluxe''{{'s}} and ''Pikmin 4'''s whistle has a much larger radius than in ''Pikmin 3'', roughly 2.5 to 3 times the size.
*{{npcp2}}: around 1 second
*''Pikmin 3'': around 2.07 seconds


==Appearance==
== Times ==
[[File:Whistle Pikmin 3.png|thumb|right|Alph calling Pikmin back with his whistle in ''Pikmin 3''.]]
{{game help|p3d}}
At any point, the player can let go of the button to stop whistling. If the button is held all the way, the maximum duration of each state of the whistle is different depending on the game and [[frame]]rate. The following states can be noted:
 
# When the button is pressed, the game takes a couple of frames to register the press and actually make the leader start whistling.
# The whistle grows in size for a few frames.
# The whistle is at maximum reach.
# The whistle particles vanish, but the leader is still in their whistling animation.
 
After all this, the leader finally returns to normal. The final state only exists in the first ''Pikmin'' game, and in ''Pikmin 3'', when the whistle is at its maximum radius, it also starts growing vertically. The following table lists the maximum duration of each state. To note is that none of the [[gear]] affect these times.
 
{| class="wikitable sortable"
! rowspan="3" | Game and version || colspan="8" | State || colspan="2" rowspan="2" | Total duration
|-
! colspan="2" | Button press register || colspan="2" | Radius growth || colspan="2" | Maximum radius || colspan="2" | Leader animation
|-
! Frames || Seconds || Frames || Seconds || Frames || Seconds || Frames || Seconds || Frames || Seconds
|-
! ''Pikmin'' European version
| 3 frames || 0.12 seconds || 14 frames || 0.56 seconds || 16 frames || 0.64 seconds || 14 frames || 0.56 seconds || 47 frames || 1.88 seconds
|-
! ''Pikmin'' US version, ''New Play Control! Pikmin''
| 3 frames || 0.1 seconds || 14 frames || 0.466 seconds || 16 frames || 0.533 seconds || 14 frames || 0.466 seconds || 47 frames || 1.566 seconds
|-
! ''Pikmin 2''
| 3 frames || 0.1 seconds || 14 frames || 0.466 seconds || 30 frames || 1 second || 0 frames || 0 seconds || 47 frames || 1.566 seconds
|-
! ''New Play Control! Pikmin 2''
| 4 frames || 0.133 seconds || 11 frames || 0.366 seconds || 16 frames || 0.533 seconds || 0 frames || 0 seconds || 31 frames || 1.033 seconds
|-
! ''Pikmin 3'' (obtained through video footage)
| Unknown || Unknown || 20 frames || 0.666 seconds || 40 frames || 1.333 seconds || 0 frames || 0 seconds || 60 frames || 2 seconds
|}
 
== Appearance ==
[[File:Whistle Pikmin 3.png|thumb|Alph calling Pikmin back with his whistle in ''Pikmin 3''.]]
Visually, when using the whistle, some manner of circular shape will appear around the focus point, in order to indicate the area of reach. The whistle's graphical representation depends on the game. In ''Pikmin'' and ''Pikmin 2'', a spectrum of colored bubbles appears when whistling, rotating around the cursor in a ribbon-like pattern. In ''Pikmin 3'', a blue, digital-like dashed circle appears, and if the cursor is held for longer, a transparent cylindrical column grows into the air and below ground, indicating that the whistle is then reaching Pikmin above and below the cursor, such as [[Winged Pikmin]].
Visually, when using the whistle, some manner of circular shape will appear around the focus point, in order to indicate the area of reach. The whistle's graphical representation depends on the game. In ''Pikmin'' and ''Pikmin 2'', a spectrum of colored bubbles appears when whistling, rotating around the cursor in a ribbon-like pattern. In ''Pikmin 3'', a blue, digital-like dashed circle appears, and if the cursor is held for longer, a transparent cylindrical column grows into the air and below ground, indicating that the whistle is then reaching Pikmin above and below the cursor, such as [[Winged Pikmin]].


In ''Pikmin 2'', [[Olimar]], [[Louie]] and [[the President]] all have different calling whistles and group move fanfares, but share the same dismiss whistle. Olimar's whistles sound like a normal {{w|Whistle|pea whistle}}, Louies' resemble a {{w|train whistle}}, and the Presidents' resemble a {{w|Vehicle horn#Automobile|car's horn}}. In ''Pikmin 3'', whistles are integrated into every [[leader]]s' helmets, and are the same for all characters: a regular pea whistle like Olimar's.
In ''Pikmin 2'', [[Olimar]], [[Louie]], and [[the President]] all have different calling and dismissal whistles, and swarming fanfares. Olimar's whistles sound like a normal {{w|Whistle|pea whistle}}, Louies' resemble a toy {{w|train whistle}}, and the Presidents' resemble a {{w|Vehicle horn#Automobile|car's horn}}. In ''Pikmin 3'', whistles are physically integrated into the helmet of every leader's [[spacesuit]]. With two exceptions, they sound the same for all characters and players: a regular pea whistle like Olimar's. In Bingo Battle, player 2's whistle will instead always sound like Louie's whistle from ''Pikmin 2'', and in {{p3d}}, Louie's whistle was changed to sound like his ''Pikmin 2'' whistle.


==Story Mode limitations==
== Story Mode limitations ==
Sometimes, the whistle is limited to prevent the player from breaking the game's normal flow. This happens in {{p2}} where leaders in day 1 cannot whistle each other or the other Pikmin until they reunite. It's also impossible to whistle [[Blue Pikmin]] before getting [[Yellow Pikmin]], in {{npcp2}} exclusively.


Sometimes, the whistle is limited to prevent the player from breaking the game. This happens in {{npcp2}} where Louie cannot whistle Olimar and his Pikmin until they reunite. It's also impossible to whistle [[Blue Pikmin]] before getting [[Yellow Pikmin]], in this game.
In ''Pikmin 3'', the game sometimes locks the whistle too. On day 1, Charlie cannot whistle until he discovers a group of Yellow Pikmin, and Alph cannot whistle before discovering the three first [[Red Pikmin]]. On the first day the [[Distant Tundra]] is explored, Brittany cannot whistle until she meets the first Yellow Pikmin. Using a certain [[Glitches in Pikmin 3#Yellow Onion skip|glitch]], it's possible for [[Brittany]] to exit the cave without unlocking Yellow Pikmin. If the introduction cutscene wasn't triggered, the whistle will remain locked until the end of the day, although it's still possible to whistle by grabbing a Pikmin.{{cite youtube|Z9kGadgSfss|showing how the whistle remains locked if the introduction cutscene is skipped.}}


In ''Pikmin 3'', the game sometimes locks the whistle too. On day 1, Charlie cannot whistle until he discovers the large group of Yellow Pikmin, and Alph cannot whistle before discovering the three first [[Red Pikmin]]. On the first day the [[Distant Tundra]] is explored, Brittany cannot whistle until she meets the first Yellow Pikmin. Using a certain [[Glitches in Pikmin 3#Yellow Onion skip|glitch]], it's possible for [[Brittany]] to exit the cave without unlocking Yellow Pikmin. If the introduction cutscene wasn't triggered, the whistle will remain locked until the end of the day, although it's still possible to whistle by grabbing a Pikmin.{{cite youtube|Z9kGadgSfss|showing how the whistle remains locked if the introduction cutscene is skipped.}}
== Enhancements ==
 
==Enhancements==
In ''[[Pikmin 2]]'', the following [[treasure]]s, when collected, improve the whistle's capabilities:
In ''[[Pikmin 2]]'', the following [[treasure]]s, when collected, improve the whistle's capabilities:
*'''[[Pluckaphone]]''': allows the leaders to uproot Pikmin just by whistling them.
*'''[[Pluckaphone]]''': allows the leaders to uproot Pikmin just by whistling them.
*'''[[Mega Tweeter]]''': allows for a wider range and longer lasting whistle.
*'''[[Mega Tweeter]]''': allows the whistle to call Pikmin in a wider radius.
 
== Assemble All ==
{{see|S.S. Drake#Assemble All}}
 
In {{p3d}}, the player can interact with the S.S. Drake in order to call out a loud whistle that rings across the area. This whistle forces all Pikmin to stop what they are doing and return to the landing site.
 
== In ''Hey! Pikmin'' ==
The whistle in {{hp}} works differently from the whistle in the main games in the series. There is a button on the touch screen, and when the player wants to use the whistle, they must tap it. The whistle will only work if Olimar is idling (on the ground, or even when on a vine, underwater, etc.), or is walking. Upon being used, a voice will be heard saying "Hey!", although it doesn't seem to match Olimar's voice. The pitch of this sound clip is also randomized. After a small delay, Olimar will blow his whistle proper. The whistle is normal-pitched in most circumstances, but high-pitched if the Pikmin around are in danger of dying.
 
When used, all Pikmin that are on-screen and are not [[carrying]] something will run to Olimar's side. This is the player's way of calling new Pikmin hiding behind objects like bushes, as well as the main way to get them to return to the captain when they are fighting. It can also be used to force Pikmin that are casually walking to Olimar to run instead, meaning one can blow the whistle to get Pikmin to run away from danger much faster.
 
Only the Pikmin that are on-screen, or slightly away off-screen will hear the whistle. In addition, Pikmin that are in a different part of the area but still visible on-screen will not be able to hear the whistle. This forces the player to have to go to the part of the area where they are at before they can be called over.
 
== Other whistles ==
There are different commands that leaders can do that also play whistle sounds. Pikmin can be separated intro groups of their own type with a simple '''[[dismiss]]''' command. With the [[Dodge Whistle]] collected, leaders in ''Pikmin 3'' can '''[[dodge]]''' and sound a whistle to order their squad to do the same. Albeit not directly related to the whistle, it is also possible to '''[[swarm]]''' the group, which plays a jingle, as well as to '''[[charge]]''', which sounds a horn.
 
[[Antenna Beetle]]s are also capable of sounding something similar to a whistle, which captures all Pikmin in range and temporarily puts them in the creature's control. [[Moss]] tries abduct Pikmin she finds on the floor of the [[Hero's Hideaway]] by whistling at them; if she succeeds, she will carry the now [[confuse]]d Pikmin off to [[Olimar]]'s bunker.


==In ''Pikmin Adventure''==
== In other games ==
In the ''[[Nintendo Land]]'' attraction ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]'', pressing {{button|wiiu|ZL|wiiu|ZR}} or tapping the call icon on the [[Wii U]] GamePad will cause the Mii controlling Captain Olimar to whistle all Pikmin &ndash; including the other player Pikmin &ndash; to him. This will cause all player Pikmin to stack on top of Olimar's head, which Olimar can now throw at enemies or other obstacles. Pikmin can refuse being called by shaking the Wii Remote. Much like in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' games, Pikmin can be called from anywhere.
=== In ''Pikmin Bloom'' ===
In {{pb}}, there is a whistle button in the lower right corner of some screens, and it makes a whistle noise when tapped. Tapping it on the [[Pikmin Bloom interface#Map|map screen]] makes the [[Mii]] blow a whistle and enters the [[Pikmin Bloom interface#Garden|garden screen]]. Tapping it in the garden screen startles the squad of Pikmin and makes them face the player. Holding the button down makes them all line in up together. Triple-tapping it makes all Pikmin carrying things deliver them immediately, and swaps all the other Pikmin from the current squad with different Pikmin.


==In the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series==
=== In ''Pikmin Adventure'' ===
In the ''[[Nintendo Land]]'' attraction ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]'', pressing {{button|wiiu|zl|wiiu|zr}} or tapping the call icon on the [[Wii U]] GamePad will cause the Mii controlling Captain Olimar to whistle all Pikmin &ndash; including the other player Pikmin &ndash; to him. This will cause all player Pikmin to stack on top of Olimar's head, which Olimar can now throw at enemies or other obstacles. Pikmin can refuse being called by shaking the Wii Remote. Much like in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' games, Pikmin can be called from anywhere.
 
=== In the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series ===
[[File:B Down.jpg|thumb|left|Olimar using his down special move in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''.]]
[[File:B Down.jpg|thumb|left|Olimar using his down special move in ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl''.]]
{{external|the move Pikmin Order|[[smashwiki:Pikmin Order|SmashWiki]]|SmashWiki.png}}
{{external|the move Pikmin Order|[[smashwiki:Pikmin Order|SmashWiki]]|SmashWiki.png}}
In ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. for 3DS and Wii U]]'', Olimar's down special move is called '''Pikmin Order'''. When used, Olimar briefly blows his whistle around him. Any Pikmin that are stranded will quickly jump back next to Olimar, regardless of their distance to the leader. Then, all the Pikmin are grouped by type. If this move is used while they are already grouped, it'll send the next group to the back of the line. Interestingly, this move has some super armor frames, which means that, with good timing, one can use this move and suffer no knockback from powerful attacks or even Final Smashes.
In the ''[[Super Smash Bros. series|Super Smash Bros.]]'' series, Olimar's down special move is called '''Pikmin Order'''. When used, Olimar briefly blows his whistle around him. Any Pikmin that are stranded will quickly jump back next to Olimar, regardless of their distance to the leader. In ''Brawl'', the Pikmin are then grouped by type. If this move is used while they are already grouped, it'll send the next group to the back of the line. From ''Smash 4'' onward, the Pikmin are no longer grouped by type, and using it when the Pikmin are with Olimar will move the Pikmin at the front of the group to the back. Interestingly, this move has some super armor frames, which means that, with good timing, one can use this move and suffer no knockback from powerful attacks or even Final Smashes.


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==Sound samples==
== Sound samples ==
{{ToDo|Upload sounds for the missing games.}}
{{Todo|Upload sounds for the missing games.}}


===''Pikmin 2''===
=== ''Pikmin 2'' ===
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|{{listen|filename=P2 whistle Olimar.ogg|title=Olimar's whistle}}
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==Gallery==
== Gallery ==
{{image|Some animated GIFs would be helpful.}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Pik2 Whistle.jpg|The whistle in ''Pikmin 2''.
Pik2 Whistle.jpg|The whistle in ''Pikmin 2''.
File:3 Leaders.jpg|The whistles can clearly be seen on each leader's helmet.
Three leaders P3 screenshot.png|The whistles can clearly be seen on each leader's helmet.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==Names in other languages==
== Names in other languages ==
'''Whistle (Object)'''
{{foreignname
{{foreignname
|Jap=フエ<br>笛
|JapR=Fue
|JapM=Whistle
|ChiTrad=哨音
|ChiTradR=
|ChiTradM=Whistle
|ChiSimp=哨子
|ChiSimpR=
|ChiSimpM=Whistle
|Dut=Fluitje
|DutM=Whistle
|Fra=Sifflet
|FraM=Whistle
|Ger=Pfeife
|GerM=Whistle
|Ita=Fischietto
|ItaM=Whistle
|Kor=호루라기
|KorR=holulagi
|KorM=Whistle
|Spa=Silbato
|SpaM=Whistle
|PorP=Apito
|PorP=Apito
|PorPM=Whistle ''(object)''
|PorPM=Whistle
|PorPN=Translation taken from the ''Pikmin'' instruction manual.
|PorPN=Translation taken from the ''Pikmin'' instruction manual.
|Ita=Fischietto
|Rus=Свисток
|ItaM=Whistle
|RusR=Svistok
|RusM=Whistle
|RusN=Name taken from Nintendo Russia's official twitter.
|notes=y
|notes=y
|Fra=Sifflet
}}
|FraM=Whistle
'''Whistle (Action)'''
{{Foreignname
|SpaA=Llamar
|SpaAM=Call
}}
}}


==See also==
== Trivia ==
*[[Throw]]
* In {{p3d}}, when playing in co-op, when one player whistles, the other's controller will vibrate slightly.
*[[Dismiss]]
*[[Group move]]
*[[Antenna Beetle]] &ndash; an enemy that uses a whistle-like call


==References==
== References ==
{{refs}}
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Latest revision as of 02:02, June 17, 2024

Captain Olimar whistles at a few idle Red Pikmin.
Captain Olimar using his whistle on three idle Pikmin.
This article is about the whistle used by the leaders. For other uses, see Whistle (disambiguation).

The whistle (笛?) is a main part of the gameplay in the Pikmin games. It is the primary way of calling idle Pikmin and leaders over onto the active leader's group, the secondary way being the active leader bumping into them (except in Pikmin 2, where a leader bumped by another will not be called over). Whistling can also be used to instantly rescue Pikmin who are under the effects of certain hazards, or Pikmin trapped by special enemy attacks. Whistling blows some sound waves towards the cursor when used. The longer the button is held, the wider the call's radius, up to a size and time limit that depend on each game.

The whistle in Hey! Pikmin works differently from the main games. Instead of blowing sound to a point the player can control, using the whistle calls all Pikmin on-screen to rush to Olimar's side, assuming they are not working on an obstacle.

ControlsEdit

Pikmin
Pikmin 2 		Hold  
New Play Control! Pikmin
New Play Control! Pikmin 2 		Hold  
Pikmin 3 Classic controls Hold   /   /  
Stylus Mode Hold   while holding   to the screen
Pikmin 3 Deluxe
Pikmin 4 		Combined Joy-Cons or Pro Controller Hold  
Sideways Joy-Con Hold  
Pikmin 1 (Nintendo Switch)
Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch) 		Hold  
Hey! Pikmin Tap the Whistle button on the touch screen

Calling Pikmin and leadersEdit

Pikmin that are running around in a panic, on fire, choking from a water bubble, or choking in poison can be rescued instantly by being whistled. Pikmin that are drowning can be whistled in order to make them slowly move towards the leader and hopefully jump to the shore in time. Pikmin who are about to fall prey to the Vehemoth Phosbat or Sandbelching Meerslug's vortex attacks, or stuck in an Arachnode's web can also be whistled in order to free them.

In the first two games, Pikmin and leaders not in the group jump to attention with a grunt when called by the whistle and run to the leader immediately after. In Pikmin 3, Pikmin and leaders still immediately acknowledge the whistle, but only actually start running when the whistle's radius is no longer around them. In Pikmin 3 Deluxe, this is only true for leaders.

In Pikmin 3 Deluxe, Pikmin that are working on a task will not head to the group when whistled, at first. This allows the player to whistle idle Pikmin near the worker Pikmin without the fear of making the worker Pikmin cancel their tasks. When whistled, worker Pikmin pause what they are doing, freeze in place, and if they are carrying something alone, they will also face the leader. After some seconds, they resume their task. In order to call a worker Pikmin over, the player must whistle them for a long period of time, or whistle them a second time after the first whistle freezes them. The following is a list of tasks that cause Pikmin to freeze and pause when whistled briefly:

  • Carrying.
  • Digging an object out of the ground.
  • Digging a tunnel, but only at the start. After they go in, a simple whistle can take them out.
  • Knocking down a gate.


The following article or section is in need of assistance from someone who plays Pikmin 2.
Particularly: If an inactive leader's Pikmin get set on fire, whistling said leader will save all of the Pikmin. Document, elaborate, and check if this happens on GameCube/Wii.

SizeEdit

 

This section is a stub. You can help Pikipedia by expanding it.
Suggestions: On top of describing the maximum circle whistle range, describe also how far the player can point towards to start whistling, in each game.

The maximum radius (unmodified by the Mega Tweeter) is about the size of an Onion's circular landing pad. Pikmin 3 Deluxe's and Pikmin 4's whistle has a much larger radius than in Pikmin 3, roughly 2.5 to 3 times the size.

TimesEdit

The following article or section is in need of assistance from someone who plays Pikmin 3 Deluxe.

At any point, the player can let go of the button to stop whistling. If the button is held all the way, the maximum duration of each state of the whistle is different depending on the game and framerate. The following states can be noted:

  1. When the button is pressed, the game takes a couple of frames to register the press and actually make the leader start whistling.
  2. The whistle grows in size for a few frames.
  3. The whistle is at maximum reach.
  4. The whistle particles vanish, but the leader is still in their whistling animation.

After all this, the leader finally returns to normal. The final state only exists in the first Pikmin game, and in Pikmin 3, when the whistle is at its maximum radius, it also starts growing vertically. The following table lists the maximum duration of each state. To note is that none of the gear affect these times.

Game and version State Total duration
Button press register Radius growth Maximum radius Leader animation
Frames Seconds Frames Seconds Frames Seconds Frames Seconds Frames Seconds
Pikmin European version 3 frames 0.12 seconds 14 frames 0.56 seconds 16 frames 0.64 seconds 14 frames 0.56 seconds 47 frames 1.88 seconds
Pikmin US version, New Play Control! Pikmin 3 frames 0.1 seconds 14 frames 0.466 seconds 16 frames 0.533 seconds 14 frames 0.466 seconds 47 frames 1.566 seconds
Pikmin 2 3 frames 0.1 seconds 14 frames 0.466 seconds 30 frames 1 second 0 frames 0 seconds 47 frames 1.566 seconds
New Play Control! Pikmin 2 4 frames 0.133 seconds 11 frames 0.366 seconds 16 frames 0.533 seconds 0 frames 0 seconds 31 frames 1.033 seconds
Pikmin 3 (obtained through video footage) Unknown Unknown 20 frames 0.666 seconds 40 frames 1.333 seconds 0 frames 0 seconds 60 frames 2 seconds

AppearanceEdit

 
Alph calling Pikmin back with his whistle in Pikmin 3.

Visually, when using the whistle, some manner of circular shape will appear around the focus point, in order to indicate the area of reach. The whistle's graphical representation depends on the game. In Pikmin and Pikmin 2, a spectrum of colored bubbles appears when whistling, rotating around the cursor in a ribbon-like pattern. In Pikmin 3, a blue, digital-like dashed circle appears, and if the cursor is held for longer, a transparent cylindrical column grows into the air and below ground, indicating that the whistle is then reaching Pikmin above and below the cursor, such as Winged Pikmin.

In Pikmin 2, Olimar, Louie, and the President all have different calling and dismissal whistles, and swarming fanfares. Olimar's whistles sound like a normal pea whistle, Louies' resemble a toy train whistle, and the Presidents' resemble a car's horn. In Pikmin 3, whistles are physically integrated into the helmet of every leader's spacesuit. With two exceptions, they sound the same for all characters and players: a regular pea whistle like Olimar's. In Bingo Battle, player 2's whistle will instead always sound like Louie's whistle from Pikmin 2, and in Pikmin 3 Deluxe, Louie's whistle was changed to sound like his Pikmin 2 whistle.

Story Mode limitationsEdit

Sometimes, the whistle is limited to prevent the player from breaking the game's normal flow. This happens in Pikmin 2 where leaders in day 1 cannot whistle each other or the other Pikmin until they reunite. It's also impossible to whistle Blue Pikmin before getting Yellow Pikmin, in New Play Control! Pikmin 2 exclusively.

In Pikmin 3, the game sometimes locks the whistle too. On day 1, Charlie cannot whistle until he discovers a group of Yellow Pikmin, and Alph cannot whistle before discovering the three first Red Pikmin. On the first day the Distant Tundra is explored, Brittany cannot whistle until she meets the first Yellow Pikmin. Using a certain glitch, it's possible for Brittany to exit the cave without unlocking Yellow Pikmin. If the introduction cutscene wasn't triggered, the whistle will remain locked until the end of the day, although it's still possible to whistle by grabbing a Pikmin.[1]

EnhancementsEdit

In Pikmin 2, the following treasures, when collected, improve the whistle's capabilities:

  • Pluckaphone: allows the leaders to uproot Pikmin just by whistling them.
  • Mega Tweeter: allows the whistle to call Pikmin in a wider radius.

Assemble AllEdit

See: S.S. Drake#Assemble All

In Pikmin 3 Deluxe, the player can interact with the S.S. Drake in order to call out a loud whistle that rings across the area. This whistle forces all Pikmin to stop what they are doing and return to the landing site.

In Hey! PikminEdit

The whistle in Hey! Pikmin works differently from the whistle in the main games in the series. There is a button on the touch screen, and when the player wants to use the whistle, they must tap it. The whistle will only work if Olimar is idling (on the ground, or even when on a vine, underwater, etc.), or is walking. Upon being used, a voice will be heard saying "Hey!", although it doesn't seem to match Olimar's voice. The pitch of this sound clip is also randomized. After a small delay, Olimar will blow his whistle proper. The whistle is normal-pitched in most circumstances, but high-pitched if the Pikmin around are in danger of dying.

When used, all Pikmin that are on-screen and are not carrying something will run to Olimar's side. This is the player's way of calling new Pikmin hiding behind objects like bushes, as well as the main way to get them to return to the captain when they are fighting. It can also be used to force Pikmin that are casually walking to Olimar to run instead, meaning one can blow the whistle to get Pikmin to run away from danger much faster.

Only the Pikmin that are on-screen, or slightly away off-screen will hear the whistle. In addition, Pikmin that are in a different part of the area but still visible on-screen will not be able to hear the whistle. This forces the player to have to go to the part of the area where they are at before they can be called over.

Other whistlesEdit

There are different commands that leaders can do that also play whistle sounds. Pikmin can be separated intro groups of their own type with a simple dismiss command. With the Dodge Whistle collected, leaders in Pikmin 3 can dodge and sound a whistle to order their squad to do the same. Albeit not directly related to the whistle, it is also possible to swarm the group, which plays a jingle, as well as to charge, which sounds a horn.

Antenna Beetles are also capable of sounding something similar to a whistle, which captures all Pikmin in range and temporarily puts them in the creature's control. Moss tries abduct Pikmin she finds on the floor of the Hero's Hideaway by whistling at them; if she succeeds, she will carry the now confused Pikmin off to Olimar's bunker.

In other gamesEdit

In Pikmin BloomEdit

In Pikmin Bloom, there is a whistle button in the lower right corner of some screens, and it makes a whistle noise when tapped. Tapping it on the map screen makes the Mii blow a whistle and enters the garden screen. Tapping it in the garden screen startles the squad of Pikmin and makes them face the player. Holding the button down makes them all line in up together. Triple-tapping it makes all Pikmin carrying things deliver them immediately, and swaps all the other Pikmin from the current squad with different Pikmin.

In Pikmin AdventureEdit

In the Nintendo Land attraction Pikmin Adventure, pressing   /   or tapping the call icon on the Wii U GamePad will cause the Mii controlling Captain Olimar to whistle all Pikmin – including the other player Pikmin – to him. This will cause all player Pikmin to stack on top of Olimar's head, which Olimar can now throw at enemies or other obstacles. Pikmin can refuse being called by shaking the Wii Remote. Much like in the Super Smash Bros. games, Pikmin can be called from anywhere.

In the Super Smash Bros. seriesEdit

 
Olimar using his down special move in Super Smash Bros. Brawl.
 

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In the Super Smash Bros. series, Olimar's down special move is called Pikmin Order. When used, Olimar briefly blows his whistle around him. Any Pikmin that are stranded will quickly jump back next to Olimar, regardless of their distance to the leader. In Brawl, the Pikmin are then grouped by type. If this move is used while they are already grouped, it'll send the next group to the back of the line. From Smash 4 onward, the Pikmin are no longer grouped by type, and using it when the Pikmin are with Olimar will move the Pikmin at the front of the group to the back. Interestingly, this move has some super armor frames, which means that, with good timing, one can use this move and suffer no knockback from powerful attacks or even Final Smashes.

Sound samplesEdit

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Pikmin 2Edit

Olimar's whistle

Louie's whistle

The President's whistle

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  • The whistle in Pikmin 2.

  • The whistles can clearly be seen on each leader's helmet.

Names in other languagesEdit

Whistle (Object)

Language Name Meaning Notes
  Japanese フエ
笛?
Fue		 Whistle
  Chinese
(traditional)		 哨音 Whistle
  Chinese
(simplified)		 哨子 Whistle
  Dutch Fluitje Whistle
  French Sifflet Whistle
  German Pfeife Whistle
  Italian Fischietto Whistle
  Korean 호루라기
holulagi		 Whistle
  Portuguese (NoE) Apito Whistle Translation taken from the Pikmin instruction manual.
  Spanish Silbato Whistle
  Russian Свисток
Svistok		 Whistle Name taken from Nintendo Russia's official twitter.

Whistle (Action)

Language Name Meaning
  Spanish (NoA) Llamar Call

TriviaEdit

  • In Pikmin 3 Deluxe, when playing in co-op, when one player whistles, the other's controller will vibrate slightly.

ReferencesEdit

  1. ^ YouTube video showing how the whistle remains locked if the introduction cutscene is skipped.
Controls
Charge • Dismiss • Dodge • Jetpack • Lie down • Lock-on • Pluck • Punch • Spray • Swarm • Throw • Whistle
Pikmin
Types Red Pikmin • Yellow Pikmin • Blue Pikmin • Purple Pikmin • White Pikmin
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Biology Candypop Bud • Idle • Maturity • Onion • Flarlic • Pellet
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Abilities Carry • Dig • Dodge • Fight • Hide
Controls Charge • Dismiss • Swarm • Pluck • Throw • Whistle
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