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{{page title|''Pikmin Adventure'' enemies}}
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This is a list of '''enemies''' found in the ''[[Nintendo Land]]'' attraction ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]''.
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==Red Bulborb==
This is a list of '''[[Enemy|enemies]]''' found in the ''[[Nintendo Land]]'' attraction ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]''.
[[File:Bulborb NL.png|thumb|A Bulborb as seen in the ''Nintendo Land'' Plaza.]]
'''Red Bulborbs''' (officially known as '''Bulborbs''') are the most common Bulborb in ''Pikmin Adventure'', and are battled in almost every level. They are usually small, but larger ones can be found occasionally.


===Strategy===
== Bulborb ==
Red Bulborbs are amongst the easiest to kill of all the enemies in ''Pikmin Adventure''. When awakened, they dash in a straight line towards their target. They are easy to dodge, but should they grab a player, they will do one of two things: They will either swing the player around, tossing them far away, or they will toss the player into the air, eat them, and turn them into droppings, making it impossible for them to be whistled at or for them to attack. In this state, players must be broken out by Olimar or other Pikmin.
[[File:Bulborb NL.png|thumb|225px|The Bulborb [[Pikmin Adventure prizes|statue]] in the ''Nintendo Land'' Plaza.]]


The only weak spot Red Bulborbs have are their backs which, due to their quick speed and jumpy movements, make them somewhat challenging for one to hit. It is best advised that players controlling Pikmin attack these enemies to take them down swiftly without any damage.
The '''Bulborb''' ({{j|チャッピー|Chappī|Chappy}}) is the most common Bulborb variant found in ''Pikmin Adventure'', being found in almost every level. It bears a resemblance to the [[Bulborb]] from the [[Pikmin series|main ''Pikmin'' series]], featuring three large white spots on its sides, large stalkless eyes that turn red when attacking, screws connecting the mouth to the main body, two small spots and a hole on its back to expel [[Pikmin Adventure prizes#Bulborb Dropping|Bulborb Droppings]], and lacks any legs connecting the body to the feet. The average Bulborb is slightly larger than the player, but there are larger and smaller Bulborbs that can be found in certain areas.


===Monita's notes===
=== Behavior ===
{{US}}: {{transcript|These grub-dog predators tend to sleep during the day and attack aggressively if woken from a nap. Bulborbs come in a wide variety of colors--now on sale at our gift shop!}}
The Bulborb can be found either sleeping or being sent into the area by a gashapon capsule before it starts walking towards a player. It has two walking speeds, a slow walk and a slightly faster walk that is replaced by an attack once the Bulborb is close to a player. Alongside this is a small hop that it can do to avoid attacks and quickly get close to players. Once the Bulborb is close enough to a player, it will either charge a dash in a straight line or attempt to eat a player depending on how far they are to the Bulborb. If the Bublorb is able to catch a player, it will toss them up, eat them, and turn them into a Bulborb Dropping, making it impossible for them to be properly whistled at or attack enemies. In this state, the player must be broken out either by Olimar or other Pikmin damaging the Bulborb Dropping or by entering a body of [[water]]. If the Bulborb is defeated while a player is bring eaten, the player will be sent flying out of its mouth.


{{EU}}: {{transcript|These Grub-dog predators tend to sleep during the day and attack aggressively if woken. ◆ Bulborbs come in a variety of colours and are now on sale at our souvenir shop.}}
=== Strategy ===
The only weak spot the Bulborb has is on its back, making it easy to throw Pikmin at or directly attack it. The Bulborb will try to shake off all of the Pikmin that are on its weak spot, causing them to be knocked over for a little bit. There are ways to circumvent the Bulborb's movement and shaking, however, either by waiting for it to slowly walk around, move out of its sight to make it look for any other players in sight, or wait for it to start panting. These are the ideal times to attack the Bulborb since it won't be able to shake off the Pikmin on its back until after it starts trying to move.


===Names in other languages===
=== Monita's notes ===
'''{{US|Y}}''': {{transcript|These grub-dog predators tend to sleep during the day and attack aggressively if woken from a nap. Bulborbs come in a wide variety of colors--now on sale at our gift shop!|block=y}}
 
'''{{EU|Y}}''': {{transcript|These Grub-dog predators tend to sleep during the day and attack aggressively if woken. ◆ Bulborbs come in a variety of colours and are now on sale at our souvenir shop.|block=y}}
 
=== Gallery ===
<gallery>
PA Bulborb Statue Roar.png|The Bulborb statue roaring after being interacted with.
PA Bulborb attacks.png|Two Bulborbs attacking with a bite and a charge.
PA Bulborb Rush.png|A Bulborb rushing at a Mii Olimar player.
PA Sleeping Bulborbs.png|A group of sleeping Bulborbs of various sizes.
PA Large Bulborb.png|A large Bulborb in ''Lord of a Barren Land''.
Pikmin Adventure Red Bulborb.png|Artwork of the Bulborb being attacked.
</gallery>
 
=== Names in other languages ===
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|Jap  = チャッピー
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== Yellow Bulborb ==
{{title|Yellow Bulborb}}
 
[[File:Yellow Bulborb NL.png|thumb|225px|A Yellow Bulborb ready to attack a Mii Blue Pikmin player.]]
 
{{otheruses|the enemy in ''Pikmin Adventure''|the unused enemy|Pikmin 2 prerelease information#Early bulborbs}}
 
The '''Yellow Bulborb''' is a common Bulborb variant found in ''Pikmin Adventure'', and acts as the first mini-boss in the attraction. It is almost identical to the [[Pikmin Adventure enemies#Bulborb|Bulborb]] in appearance, but is colored yellow instead of red or green. Much like the red Bulborb, the Yellow Bulborb is typically found slightly larger than players but larger ones can be encountered in certain areas.


==Yellow Bulborb==
=== Behavior ===
[[File:Yellow Bulborb NL.png|thumb|A Yellow Bulborb ready to attack the Blue Pikmin player.]]
The Yellow Bulborb, unlike other Bulborb variants, does not charge at far away players, instead, it shoots out a projectile to harm the player. On top of this, the Yellow Bulborb will hop around often to dodge attacks and get close to eat players.
'''Yellow Bulborbs''' are another class of mechanical Bulborbs fought in ''Pikmin Adventure'', and act as the first mini-boss in the attraction. These ones, in particular, are mechanized versions of the [[Yellow Bulborb]]s seen in [[Pikmin 2 prerelease information|early footage of ''Pikmin 2'']]. Yellow Bulborbs are usually larger than the Red Bulborbs.


===Strategy===
The Yellow Bulborb can either spew orbs of water that ensnare players, rendering them helpless until they are freed, or a [[Pikmin Adventure prizes#Spike Ball|spike ball]], which will take out a player that gets hit by it. If a player is trapped in a water bubble, they have to be freed by having other Olimar or orher Pikmin attack them, similar to the Bulborb Dropping.
To defeat Yellow Bulborbs, the player can either attack the weak spots on its sides, or, in the smaller variation, attack the weak spot on its head.


Yellow Bulborbs, in addition to their basic melee biting attack, are capable of spewing orbs of water that ensnare players, rendering them helpless and useless until they are freed, or a Spike Ball, which damages you if hit. If a player is trapped in a water bubble, they can be freed by having other Pikmin attack them. Unlike other Bulborbs, Yellow Bulborbs have the ability to charge at players which will instantly kill smaller Pikmin and damage larger ones. They have difficulty changing direction while charging, however, so this attack isn't too difficult to avoid.
=== Strategy ===
Due to being a variant of the Bulborb, it has a very similar method to defeat it. It will not shake off Pikmin when it is panting or when it is shooting projectiles, meaning they are good times to attack if the players are able to avoid the projectile.


=== Gallery ===
<gallery>
PA Yellow Bulborb Intoduction.png|The first Yellow Bulborb in ''Bulborb Forest''.
PA Dead Yellow Bulborb.png|A dead Yellow Bulborb.
</gallery>
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==Green Bulborb==
== Green Bulborb ==
[[File:Green Bulborb PA.png|thumb|180px|A sleeping Green Bulborb.]]
{{title|Green Bulborb}}
'''Green Bulborbs''' are semi-common foes encountered in ''Pikmin Adventure'', and are larger than most Bulborbs. They usually appear in enclosed areas, requiring the player to manually break them out, or in dark areas, requiring the player to use the nearby [[Common Glowcap#Pikmin Adventure|Glowing Mushroom]] to upgrade their light source.
[[File:Green Bulborb PA.png|thumb|225px|A sleeping Green Bulborb.]]
 
The '''Green Bulborb''' is a semi-common Bulborb variant found in ''Pikmin Adventure''. It is nearly identical to the [[Pikmin Adventure enemies#Bulborb|Bulborb]] in appearance, except it is green instead of red or yellow. It often appears in groups, requiring players to either take on a small group of them, or in some cases, simply run away from them.
 
=== Behavior ===
The Green Bulborb, unlike the other Bulborb variants, can only charge at the players on sight and has no other methods of attack, but it can target the player when charging. Once it finishes a charge, it will start panting for a short amount of time.


===Strategy===
=== Strategy ===
Green Bulborbs are larger than other Bulborbs, but they can follow the player when charging, unlike the Red Bulborbs, which travel in a straight line. It should be noted, however, that Green Bulborbs usually appear with bombs or boulders available near them, so it would be advised that if you are low on hearts, to simply take them out with bombs before they wake up.
Because the Green Bulborb starts panting after charging, it is very easy to attack it when it isn't charging. When the Green Bulborb is charging however, it is advised to run away because the homing charge makies it difficult to attack without getting hit by it. If possible, one should try to lure charging the Green Bulborb into a [[pit]] or a small area to attack them from a safe area.


=== Gallery ===
<gallery>
File:PA Green Bulborb Group.png|A group of Green Bulborbs getting ready to charge.
PA Green Bulborb Group 2.png|Another group of Green Bulborbs ready to charge at a Mii Pikmin player.
</gallery>
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==Bilious Bulborb==
==Bilious Bulborb==
[[File:Bilious Bulborb NL.png|thumb|A Bilious Bulborb as seen in the ''Nintendo Land'' Plaza.]]
[[File:Bilious Bulborb NL.png|thumb|225px|The Bilious Bulborb [[Pikmin Adventure prizes|statue]] in the ''Nintendo Land'' Plaza.]]
The '''Bilious Bulborb''' is the largest of all the common mechanical Bulborbs found throughout ''Pikmin Adventure'', and is the second mini-boss the player fights. Its eyes and color make it resembles that of the [[Orange Bulborb]]. They have smaller spots than other Bulborbs, so it is suggested that they may not be a member of the [[Grub-dog family]]


===Strategy===
The '''Bilious Bulborb''' ({{j|テンテンチャッピー|Tenten Chappī|[[Orange Bulborb|Restless Chappy]]}}) is the rarest non-boss Bulborb variant found in ''Pikmin Adventure'', and is the seventh mini-boss the player fights. Its thinner eyes and orange color scheme resembles that of the [[Orange Bulborb]]. It has smaller spots than the other Bulborb variants, so it is suggested by Monita that it may not be a Bulborb subspecies.
Upon entering its arena, the mechanical beast will awaken and the battle will begin with a roar. Rather than charging the player like most enemies do, the Bilious Bulborb will instead stand in place and shoot [[Spike Ball]]s out of its mouth. The best way to defeat this creature is with multiple players, as getting behind it is difficult with one person alone. Have the player controlling Olimar run around so the other Mii Pikmin can get to the weak-points dotting its back. Once the mini-boss has taken enough damage, it will enrage and get faster, and will be quicker to shake off Pikmin. Fortunately, the arena may have rocks at its edges. If it does, Olimar or the Pikmin can pick these up to throw at the boss. If the rocks hit the creature on a weak-point or directly on its face, it will be dazed for a few seconds. If utilized properly, the rocks can turn the tide in a losing battle and save the player.


===Monita's notes===
=== Behavior ===
{{US}}: {{transcript|The different-sized spots suggest that these may not be a true subspecies of Bulborb at all. Or perhaps they're just normal Bulborbs feeling a little under the weather.}}
The Bilious Bulborb shares most of the attacks that are used by the three standard Bulborb variants. It can shoot out [[Pikmin Adventure prizes#Spike Ball|spike balls]] and water like the Yellow Bulborb, except it shoots out 6 spike balls in different directions. It also charges in a straight line and pants afterwards like the red and green Bulborbs respectively.


{{EU}}: {{transcript|The different-sized spots suggest that these may not be a true subspecies of Bulborb at all. ◆ Or perhaps they're just normal Bulborbs feeling a little under the weather.}}
=== Strategy ===
The best way to defeat the Bilious Bulborb is with multiple players. Have the Mii Olimar player run around it so the other Mii Pikmin can get to the weak-points dotting its back. If the arena has rocks or bombs nearby, Olimar or the Pikmin can pick them up to throw them at the Bilious Bulborb. If the rocks hit the creature on a weak-point or directly on its face, it will be stunned for a few seconds. If the bombs land close enough to the Bilious Bulborb, it can deal massive damage to all the weak spots at once. If utilized properly, the rocks and bombs can turn the tide in a losing battle and defeat the Bilious Bulborb.
 
=== Monita's notes ===
'''{{US|Y}}''': {{transcript|The different-sized spots suggest that these may not be a true subspecies of Bulborb at all. Or perhaps they're just normal Bulborbs feeling a little under the weather.|block=y}}
 
'''{{EU|Y}}''': {{transcript|The different-sized spots suggest that these may not be a true subspecies of Bulborb at all. ◆ Or perhaps they're just normal Bulborbs feeling a little under the weather.|block=y}}
 
=== Gallery ===
<gallery>
PA Bilious Bulborb Intoduction.png|The first Bilious Bulborb in ''Lord of a Barren Land''.
PA Stunned Bilious Bulborb.png|A stunned Bilious Bulborb.
PA Dead Bilious Bulborb.png|A dead Bilious Bulborb.
</gallery>


===Names in other languages===
===Names in other languages===
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|Jap  = テンテンチャッピー
|JapR = Tenten Chappī
|JapR = Tenten Chappī
|JapM = Dotted Chappy
|JapM = Restless Chappy
|Dut  = Galkleurige Bulborb
|Dut  = Galkleurige Bulborb
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|DutM =  
|Fra  = Bulborbe putride
|Fra  = Bulborbe putride
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|FraM = Putrid Bulborb
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|FraN =  
|Ger  = Bleich-Punktkäfer
|Ger  = Bleich-Punktkäfer
|GerM  =  
|GerM  = Pale-Dot Beetle
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|GerN  =  
|Ita  = Coleto bilioso
|Ita  = Coleto bilioso
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==Creepy Beeb==
==Creepy Beeb==
[[File:Creepy Beeb NL.png|thumb|Four Creepy Beebs.]]
[[File:PA Creepy Beeb Statue.png|thumb|225px|The Creepy Beeb [[Pikmin Adventure prizes|statue]] in the ''Nintendo Land'' Plaza.]]
'''Creepy Beebs''' (known as '''Worker Baubs''' in the European version) are the smallest enemies found in ''Pikmin Adventure''. They are unique in the sense that they are listed as belonging to the "Beeb family" (known as the '''Soplouse family in the European version'''), a family that is not listed in the current ''Pikmin'' series. They resemble small purple orbs with four legs, two large, stalked eyes, and an antenna coming out from the tops of their heads.
 
The '''Creepy Beeb''' ({{j|ザコワラジ|Zako Waraji|Small Fry Woodlouse}}; known as the '''Worker Baub''' in the European version) is the most common enemy found in ''Pikmin Adventure''. The standard appearance features a purple orb with four flexible yellow legs with black feet, stalked googly eyes, and a yellow and green antenna coming out of the top of its head. There is also a variant that features blue legs and yellow feet like the [[King Beeb]], with the main design difference being a ring around the yellow tip of the antenna.
 
=== Behavior ===
When it is not attacking players, the Creepy Beeb will walk towards a player even if they are far from its spawning point. The Creepy Beeb attacks by rolling forward a short distance that can take out a player.


===Strategy===
=== Strategy ===
Creepy Beebs come in various sizes: small and medium, which are easy to kill, and larger, more dangerous ones. They all attack by flashing a yellow color, and rolling forward. Small individuals are the easiest to kill, as their entire body is a single weak-point and they don't have a lot of health. They only roll forward a tiny bit, so avoiding their attack is very simple. Medium Beebs take a few hits to kill, but are still very simple to get rid of; their attacks are the same as the small ones. Large Beebs curl up into a ball to roll around continuously, crushing anything in their path. These types must be attacked when they are not rolling, but the player can also use rocks and bombs if available to stop them from rolling and daze them. They have a lot more health than small and medium Creepy Beebs.
The Creepy Beeb is the easiest enemy to kill in '''Pikmin Adventure''', as it can die in one direct hit and get weighed down by a single Pikmin due to its entire body being a single weak-point. It only rolls forward a little bit, so avoiding its attack is very simple. Some Creepy Beebs take slightly more hits to kill, but are still very simple to get rid of as they still function identically to the small ones.


===Monita's notes===
=== Monita's notes ===
{{US}}: {{transcript|Creepy Beebs are about the size of Olimar and move in packs. They're usually quite peaceful creatures, but their flexible legs and formidable charge attack help them when they feel threatened.}}
'''{{US|Y}}''': {{transcript|Creepy Beebs are about the size of Olimar and move in packs. They're usually quite peaceful creatures, but their flexible legs and formidable charge attack help them when they feel threatened.|block=y}}


{{EU}}: {{transcript|Worker Baubs are about the size of Olimar and move in groups. These industrious creatures are usually peaceful, but their flexible legs and formidable charge help them when they feel threatened.}}
'''{{EU|Y}}''': {{transcript|Worker Baubs are about the size of Olimar and move in groups. These industrious creatures are usually peaceful, but their flexible legs and formidable charge help them when they feel threatened.|block=y}}


=== Gallery ===
<gallery>
<gallery>
Creepy Beeb 1.jpg|The statue of the Creepy Beeb.
PA Creepy Beeb Statue Charge.png|The Creepy Beeb statue initiating a roll when interacted with.
Creepy Beeb 2.jpg|When the statue of the Creepy Beeb is touched a second time, it tries to attack.
Creepy Beeb 2.jpg|The Creepy Beeb statue after rolling.
Creepy Beeb NL.png|Four Creepy Beebs.
PA Creepy Beeb Weighed Down.png|Two Creepy Beebs being weighed down by some Pikmin.
PA large Creepy Beebs.png|Four large Creepy Beebs resembling the [[King Beeb]], with a Mii Blue Pikmin weighing one down.
PA Elemental Creepy Beebs.png|Three water Creepy Beebs ready to attack the Mii Blue Pikmin player in ''Cage of Terror''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


===Names in other languages===
=== Names in other languages ===
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|Jap  = ザコワラジ
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|Fra  = Brok rampant
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|FraM = Creeping beeb
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|FraN =  
|Ger  = Krümelkugelkäfer
|Ger  = Krümelkugelkäfer
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|GerM  = Crumb Dot Beetle
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== Bombardier Beeb ==
[[File:PA Bombardier Beeb Statue.png|thumb|225px|The Bombardier Beeb [[Pikmin Adventure prizes|statue]] in the ''Nintendo Land'' plaza.]]


==Bombardier Beeb==
The '''Bombardier Beeb''' ({{j|サクレワラジ|Sakure Waraji|Bursting Woodlouse}}; known as the '''Bombardier Baub''' in the European version) is one of the rarer enemies in ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]''. It is a variant of the [[Pikmin Adventure enemies#Creepy Beeb|Creepy Beeb]] that explodes after a few seconds of spotting a player. It has a number of common characteristics with the Creepy Beeb including black feet and stalked googly eyes, but it also has a few major design differences as well including rivets on its sides and a fuse in place of an antenna.
[[File:Bombardier Beeb NL.png|thumb|Four Bombardier Beebs ready to blow up.]]
'''Bombardier Beebs''' (known as '''Bombardier Baubs''' in the European version) are one of the rarer enemies seen in ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]''. They are a variant of the common Beeb enemy that explodes after a few seconds of being spotted, making them similar to [[Volatile Dweevil]]s in means of attack.


===Strategy===
=== Behavior ===
Bombardier Beebs are the size of a large Creepy Beeb. Upon spotting a player, they will activate a fuse on their heads and chase them. After about 5 seconds, they will stand in place and panic for a moment before exploding, causing a shock wave that will damage nearby enemies in a short range, and will easily take out nearby destructible blocks.
Upon spotting a player, the Bombardier Beeb will activate the fuse on its head and chase after them. After about 5 seconds, it will stand in place and panic for a second before [[Explosion#In Pikmin Adventure|exploding]], causing an explosion that can damage nearby players, enemies, and destructible blocks similar to standard bombs.


Bombardier Beebs can be used to the players' advantage to destroy enemies and obstacles, but one must be careful to not allow themselves to get caught in a corner, or the Bombardier Beeb will trap them and they will get engulfed in the explosion.
=== Strategy ===
It is not recommended to attack the Bombardier Beeb directly because of the short time it takes before exploding compared to the high amount of health it often has. Instead, the Bombardier Beeb can be used to the players' advantage to destroy other enemies and obstacles, but they must be careful to not get caught in the blast radius, or else they will be engulfed and taken out in the explosion.


===Monita's notes===
=== Monita's notes ===
{{US}}: {{transcript|This creature is equipped with a fuse and will detonate when approached. Whatever you do, don't go anywhere near it carrying something flammable. Or inflammable, for that matter.}}
'''{{US|Y}}''': {{transcript|This creature is equipped with a fuse and will detonate when approached. Whatever you do, don't go anywhere near it carrying something flammable. Or inflammable, for that matter.|block=y}}


{{EU}}: {{transcript|This creature is equipped with a fuse and will detonate when approached. ◆ Whatever you do, don't go anywhere near it carrying something flammable. Or inflammable for that matter.}}
'''{{EU|Y}}''': {{transcript|This creature is equipped with a fuse and will detonate when approached. ◆ Whatever you do, don't go anywhere near it carrying something flammable. Or inflammable for that matter.|block=y}}


=== Gallery ===
<gallery>
<gallery>
Bombardier Beeb 1.jpg|The statue of the Bombardier Beeb as seen in the ''Nintendo Land'' plaza.
PA Bombardier Beeb Lit Fuse.png|When the Bombardier Beeb statue is interacted with a second time, it will panic like it will explode.
Bombardier Beeb 2.jpg|When the statue of the Bombardier Beeb is touched a second time, it attempts to explode.
Bombardier Beeb NL.png|Four Bombardier Beebs ready to blow up.
</gallery>
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===Names in other languages===
=== Names in other languages ===
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|Jap  = サクレワラジ
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|FraM = ticking beeb
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|FraN =  
|Ger  = Knallkugelkäfer
|Ger  = Knallkugelkäfer
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|GerM  = Bang Ball Beetle
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== Blowhog ==
[[File:PA Blowhog Statue.png|225|thumb|The Blowhog [[Pikmin Adventure prizes|statue]] in the ''Nintendo Land'' Plaza.]]


==Blowhog==
The '''Blowhog''' ({{j|フーセンドックリ|Fūsen Dokkuri|Balloon Tokkuri}}; known as the '''[[Puffy Blowhog]]''' in the European version) is an uncommon enemy that appears in ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]''. It is a purple orb with a blue snout that is lifted by a propellor and features eyes that are often covered up by its eyelids almost always being nearly closed.
[[File:Blowhog NL.png|thumb|A Blowhog in ''Pikmin Adventure''.]]
'''Blowhogs''' (known as '''Puffy Blowhogs''' in the European version) are quite rare enemies the player encounters in ''[[Pikmin Adventure]]''. They attack by changing their snout from an opening to a needle, and charging at the players. The player will first meet them in the level Burst the Giant Balloon.


===Strategy===
=== Behavior ===
Blowhogs, while they look like [[Withering Blowhog]]s, have a completely different method of attacking. Instead of blowing air at Pikmin, they turn their snout into a spike and try to ram the players head-on.
The Blowhog is usually found hovering still and looking in one direction. Once it sees a player the Blowhog will start to move towards them until it gets close enough to the player and turns its snout into a spike and tries to ram the players head-on in a straight line.


Their entire body is a weak point, making attacking them somewhat easier then with most enemies. However, they are small and usually hover over pits, making it difficult to throw Pikmin at them. Sometimes they will float over solid ground to combat the player, so it is best to kill them then.
=== Strategy ===
Since the Blowhog's entire body is a weak point similar to the [[Pikmin Adventure enemies#Creepy Beeb|Creepy Beeb]], attacking it is easier then with most enemies. However, it is very mobile, making precision in throwing slightly difficult, and it usually hovers over [[pit]]s, making it difficult to throw Pikmin at it without losing them. The player can either attack it from afar with a [[Whip Seed]] or try to lure it over solid ground in order to safely take it out.


===Monita's notes===
=== Monita's notes ===
{{US}}: {{transcript|This unfriendly beast attacks by shooting needles from its mouth but mellows considerably after the initial assault. Still, a balloon with needles inside of it... That sounds like a dangerous combination!}}
'''{{US|Y}}''': {{transcript|This unfriendly beast attacks by shooting needles from its mouth but mellows considerably after the initial assault. Still, a balloon with needles inside of it... That sounds like a dangerous combination!|block=y}}


{{EU}}: {{transcript|This unfriendly beast attacks by shooting needles from its mouth but mellows considerably after the initial assault. ◆ Still, a balloon with needles inside it... That sounds like a dangerous combination!}}
'''{{EU|Y}}''': {{transcript|This unfriendly beast attacks by shooting needles from its mouth but mellows considerably after the initial assault. ◆ Still, a balloon with needles inside it... That sounds like a dangerous combination!|block=y}}


=== Gallery ===
<gallery>
<gallery>
Blowhog NL.png|A Blowhog in an arena.
Blowhog Spike NL.png|A Blowhog with a spike coming out of its snout.
Blowhog Spike NL.png|A Blowhog with a spike coming out of its snout.
PA Blowhog Statue.png|The statue of the Blowhog as seen in the ''Nintendo Land'' plaza.
PA Stunned Blowhog.png|A stunned Blowhog.
</gallery>
</gallery>


===Names in other languages===
=== Names in other languages ===
{{foreignname
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|Jap  = フーセンドックリ
|Jap  = フーセンドックリ
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|DutM =  
|DutM =  
|Fra  = Puffy volant
|Fra  = Puffy volant
|FraM =  
|FraM = Flying puffy
|FraN =  
|FraN =  
|Ger  = Ballonerus
|Ger  = Ballonerus
|GerM  =  
|GerM  = Ballonerus
|GerN  =  
|GerN  = there is no translation
|Ita  = Moschita vacua
|Ita  = Moschita vacua
|ItaM  =  
|ItaM  =  
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|notes = y
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}}
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==Telescoping Pumphog==
==Telescoping Pumphog==
[[File:Telescoping Pumphog NL.png|thumb|A Telescoping Pumphog.]]
[[File:PA Telescoping Pumphog statue.png|thumb|225px|The Telescoping Pumphog [[Pikmin Adventure prizes|statue]] in the ''[[Nintendo Land]]'' plaza.]]
'''Telescoping Pumphogs''' are enemies that appear after the player defeats the [[Bulblord]]. Some are completely stationary and are difficult to kill when they charge up for an attack. Others delve underground and pop back up to shoot projectiles. Their name suggests they are related to [[Blowhogs]].
 
The '''Telescoping Pumphog''' ({{j|ポンプドックリ|Ponpu Dokkuri|Pump Tokkuri}}) is a common enemy found in ''Pikmin Adventure''. Its face bears a resemblance to the [[Fiery Blowhog]], sharing very similar eyes and snout, but is otherwise very different, being a stationary tower that can pump out projectiles.


===Strategy===
=== Behavior ===
Telescoping Pumphogs are usually found guarding a portal to the level's next area or simply barricading an important path. When stationary, they sit about, facing a set direction. When the player comes into range, they will rise up, revealing their inflatable accordian-like under-segment. They then push down, which fires out a projectile from their snouts. This projectile is usually a [[Spike Ball]], but there are variants fought in later levels who can shoot bombs or, in even rarer cases, homing missiles.
Most Telescoping Pumphogs are completely stationary and are unable to do much of anything other than shoot projectiles while a few others can delve underground and pop back up to shoot projectiles and temporarily avoid damage from players.


Their weak-spot is located directly on their head, making it hard to hit when they rise up to charge their attack. However, when they are on the ground, right after attacking, they are completely vulnerable, so it is advised to attack them then.
When it is stationary, the Telescoping Pumphog sits about, facing a set direction. When it notices a player, it will start rising up, revealing its tube-like under-segment which inflates. It will then push down, which fires out a projectile from its snout. This projectile is usually a [[Pikmin Adventure prizes#Spike Ball|spike ball]], but there are a few variants that shoot out bombs and [[water]].


It should be noted, however, that some variants of this enemy do not have a weak-point at all, making them the only enemy in ''Pikmin Adventure'' that is completely invincible. If you come across this type, simply destroy all the surrounding enemies to advance to the rest of the level, while avoiding the indestructible Pumphog.
=== Strategy ===
The Telescoping Pumphog's weak-spot is located directly on its head, making it hard to attack when it rises up to charge its attack. However, when it is on the ground, right after attacking, it is extremely vulnerable, so it is advised to attack them then.


===Monita's notes===
It should be noted, however, that some variants of the Telescoping Pumphog do not have a weak-point at all, making it the only enemy in ''Pikmin Adventure'' that is completely invincible. If a player comes across this variant, their only option is to advance to the next part of the level quickly while avoiding the indestructible Pumphog's projectiles.
{{US}}: {{transcript|This creature compresses air in its bellows-shaped body and uses the pressure to shoot water or projectiles. '''I called them Huffy Puffers in my younger days. Oh, the quirks of a single core processor.'''}}


{{EU}}: {{transcript|This creature compresses air in its bellow-shaped body and uses the pressure to shoot water or projectiles. ◆ '''I called them Huffy Puffers in my younger days. Oh, the quirks of a single-core processor.'''}}
=== Monita's notes ===
'''{{US|y}}''': {{transcript|This creature compresses air in its bellows-shaped body and uses the pressure to shoot water or projectiles. '''I called them Huffy Puffers in my younger days. Oh, the quirks of a single core processor.'''|block=y}}
 
'''{{EU|y}}''': {{transcript|This creature compresses air in its bellow-shaped body and uses the pressure to shoot water or projectiles. ◆ '''I called them Huffy Puffers in my younger days. Oh, the quirks of a single-core processor.'''|block=y}}


<gallery>
<gallery>
Telescoping Pumphog extend NL.png|A Telescoping Pumphog extending upward.
Telescoping Pumphog extend NL.png|The Telescoping Pumphog [[Pikmin Adventure prizes|statue]] extending upward.
Stone Pumphog.png|This variant of the Telescoping Pumphog is invulnerable to attacks.
PA Telescoping Pumphog Miniboss Cutscene.png|A large Telescoping Pumphog trapped in an enclosed area.
Telescoping Pumphog NL.png|A Telescoping Pumphog.
Stone Pumphog.png|The invulnerable variant of the Telescoping Pumphog in ''Lord of a Barren Land''.
PA Elemental Creepy Beebs.png|An electric Telescoping Pumphog in ''Cage of Terror''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


===Names in other languages===
=== Names in other languages ===
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|Jap  = ポンプドックリ
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|Fra  = Souffy téléscopique
|Fra  = Souffy téléscopique
|FraM =  
|FraM = Telescopic huffy
|FraN =  
|FraN =  
|Ger  = Pump-Ballonerus
|Ger  = Pump-Ballonerus
|GerM  =  
|GerM  = Pump-Ballonerus
|GerN  =  
|GerN  =  
|Ita  = Eruptor telescopico
|Ita  = Eruptor telescopico
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==See also==
==See also==
*[[Enemy]]
*[[Enemy]]
*[[King Beeb]]
*[[Pikmin Adventure vegetation|''Pikmin Adventure'' vegetation]]
*[[Pikmin Adventure vegetation|''Pikmin Adventure'' vegetation]]
*[[Pikmin Adventure prizes|''Pikmin Adventure'' prizes]]
*[[Pikmin Adventure prizes|''Pikmin Adventure'' prizes]]
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[[Category:Pikmin Adventure enemies| ]]
[[Category:Pikmin Adventure enemies]]

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This is a list of enemies found in the Nintendo Land attraction Pikmin Adventure.

Bulborb[edit]

A Red Bulborb statue in the Nintendo Land plaza.
The Bulborb statue in the Nintendo Land Plaza.

The Bulborb (チャッピー?, lit.: "Chappy") is the most common Bulborb variant found in Pikmin Adventure, being found in almost every level. It bears a resemblance to the Bulborb from the main Pikmin series, featuring three large white spots on its sides, large stalkless eyes that turn red when attacking, screws connecting the mouth to the main body, two small spots and a hole on its back to expel Bulborb Droppings, and lacks any legs connecting the body to the feet. The average Bulborb is slightly larger than the player, but there are larger and smaller Bulborbs that can be found in certain areas.

Behavior[edit]

The Bulborb can be found either sleeping or being sent into the area by a gashapon capsule before it starts walking towards a player. It has two walking speeds, a slow walk and a slightly faster walk that is replaced by an attack once the Bulborb is close to a player. Alongside this is a small hop that it can do to avoid attacks and quickly get close to players. Once the Bulborb is close enough to a player, it will either charge a dash in a straight line or attempt to eat a player depending on how far they are to the Bulborb. If the Bublorb is able to catch a player, it will toss them up, eat them, and turn them into a Bulborb Dropping, making it impossible for them to be properly whistled at or attack enemies. In this state, the player must be broken out either by Olimar or other Pikmin damaging the Bulborb Dropping or by entering a body of water. If the Bulborb is defeated while a player is bring eaten, the player will be sent flying out of its mouth.

Strategy[edit]

The only weak spot the Bulborb has is on its back, making it easy to throw Pikmin at or directly attack it. The Bulborb will try to shake off all of the Pikmin that are on its weak spot, causing them to be knocked over for a little bit. There are ways to circumvent the Bulborb's movement and shaking, however, either by waiting for it to slowly walk around, move out of its sight to make it look for any other players in sight, or wait for it to start panting. These are the ideal times to attack the Bulborb since it won't be able to shake off the Pikmin on its back until after it starts trying to move.

Monita's notes[edit]

US version US version:

“These grub-dog predators tend to sleep during the day and attack aggressively if woken from a nap. Bulborbs come in a wide variety of colors--now on sale at our gift shop!”

European version European version:

“These Grub-dog predators tend to sleep during the day and attack aggressively if woken. ◆ Bulborbs come in a variety of colours and are now on sale at our souvenir shop.”

Gallery[edit]

  • The Bulborb statue roaring after being interacted with.

    The Bulborb statue roaring after being interacted with.

  • Two Bulborbs attacking with a bite and a charge.

    Two Bulborbs attacking with a bite and a charge.

  • A Bulborb rushing at a Mii Olimar player.

    A Bulborb rushing at a Mii Olimar player.

  • A group of sleeping Bulborbs of various sizes.

    A group of sleeping Bulborbs of various sizes.

  • A large Bulborb in Lord of a Barren Land.

    A large Bulborb in Lord of a Barren Land.

  • Artwork of the Bulborb being attacked.

    Artwork of the Bulborb being attacked.

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese チャッピー?
Chappī		 Chappy
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Bulborb
Flag of France French Bulborbe
Flag of Germany German Punktkäfer Dot Beetle
Flag of Italy Italian Coleto Bulborb
Flag of Portugal Portuguese (NoE) Orbolbo
Flag of Spain Spanish Bulbo
Flag of Russia Russian Клубнеголов

Yellow Bulborb[edit]

Because this subject has no official name, the name "Yellow Bulborb" is conjectural.

A Yellow Bulborb in Pikmin Adventure.
A Yellow Bulborb ready to attack a Mii Blue Pikmin player.


This article is about the enemy in Pikmin Adventure. For the unused enemy, see Pikmin 2 prerelease information#Early bulborbs.

The Yellow Bulborb is a common Bulborb variant found in Pikmin Adventure, and acts as the first mini-boss in the attraction. It is almost identical to the Bulborb in appearance, but is colored yellow instead of red or green. Much like the red Bulborb, the Yellow Bulborb is typically found slightly larger than players but larger ones can be encountered in certain areas.

Behavior[edit]

The Yellow Bulborb, unlike other Bulborb variants, does not charge at far away players, instead, it shoots out a projectile to harm the player. On top of this, the Yellow Bulborb will hop around often to dodge attacks and get close to eat players.

The Yellow Bulborb can either spew orbs of water that ensnare players, rendering them helpless until they are freed, or a spike ball, which will take out a player that gets hit by it. If a player is trapped in a water bubble, they have to be freed by having other Olimar or orher Pikmin attack them, similar to the Bulborb Dropping.

Strategy[edit]

Due to being a variant of the Bulborb, it has a very similar method to defeat it. It will not shake off Pikmin when it is panting or when it is shooting projectiles, meaning they are good times to attack if the players are able to avoid the projectile.

Gallery[edit]

  • The first Yellow Bulborb in Bulborb Forest.

    The first Yellow Bulborb in Bulborb Forest.

  • A dead Yellow Bulborb.

    A dead Yellow Bulborb.

Green Bulborb[edit]

Because this subject has no official name, the name "Green Bulborb" is conjectural.

A Green Bulborb from Pikmin Adventure.
A sleeping Green Bulborb.

The Green Bulborb is a semi-common Bulborb variant found in Pikmin Adventure. It is nearly identical to the Bulborb in appearance, except it is green instead of red or yellow. It often appears in groups, requiring players to either take on a small group of them, or in some cases, simply run away from them.

Behavior[edit]

The Green Bulborb, unlike the other Bulborb variants, can only charge at the players on sight and has no other methods of attack, but it can target the player when charging. Once it finishes a charge, it will start panting for a short amount of time.

Strategy[edit]

Because the Green Bulborb starts panting after charging, it is very easy to attack it when it isn't charging. When the Green Bulborb is charging however, it is advised to run away because the homing charge makies it difficult to attack without getting hit by it. If possible, one should try to lure charging the Green Bulborb into a pit or a small area to attack them from a safe area.

Gallery[edit]

  • A group of Green Bulborbs getting ready to charge.

    A group of Green Bulborbs getting ready to charge.

  • Another group of Green Bulborbs ready to charge at a Mii Pikmin player.

    Another group of Green Bulborbs ready to charge at a Mii Pikmin player.

Bilious Bulborb[edit]

A Bilious Bulborb statue in the Nintendo Land plaza.
The Bilious Bulborb statue in the Nintendo Land Plaza.

The Bilious Bulborb (テンテンチャッピー?, lit.: "Restless Chappy") is the rarest non-boss Bulborb variant found in Pikmin Adventure, and is the seventh mini-boss the player fights. Its thinner eyes and orange color scheme resembles that of the Orange Bulborb. It has smaller spots than the other Bulborb variants, so it is suggested by Monita that it may not be a Bulborb subspecies.

Behavior[edit]

The Bilious Bulborb shares most of the attacks that are used by the three standard Bulborb variants. It can shoot out spike balls and water like the Yellow Bulborb, except it shoots out 6 spike balls in different directions. It also charges in a straight line and pants afterwards like the red and green Bulborbs respectively.

Strategy[edit]

The best way to defeat the Bilious Bulborb is with multiple players. Have the Mii Olimar player run around it so the other Mii Pikmin can get to the weak-points dotting its back. If the arena has rocks or bombs nearby, Olimar or the Pikmin can pick them up to throw them at the Bilious Bulborb. If the rocks hit the creature on a weak-point or directly on its face, it will be stunned for a few seconds. If the bombs land close enough to the Bilious Bulborb, it can deal massive damage to all the weak spots at once. If utilized properly, the rocks and bombs can turn the tide in a losing battle and defeat the Bilious Bulborb.

Monita's notes[edit]

US version US version:

“The different-sized spots suggest that these may not be a true subspecies of Bulborb at all. Or perhaps they're just normal Bulborbs feeling a little under the weather.”

European version European version:

“The different-sized spots suggest that these may not be a true subspecies of Bulborb at all. ◆ Or perhaps they're just normal Bulborbs feeling a little under the weather.”

Gallery[edit]

  • The first Bilious Bulborb in Lord of a Barren Land.

    The first Bilious Bulborb in Lord of a Barren Land.

  • A stunned Bilious Bulborb.

    A stunned Bilious Bulborb.

  • A dead Bilious Bulborb.

    A dead Bilious Bulborb.

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese テンテンチャッピー?
Tenten Chappī		 Restless Chappy
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Galkleurige Bulborb
Flag of France French Bulborbe putride Putrid Bulborb
Flag of Germany German Bleich-Punktkäfer Pale-Dot Beetle
Flag of Italy Italian Coleto bilioso Bilious Bulborb
Flag of Portugal Portuguese (NoE) Orbolbo Biliar
Flag of Spain Spanish Bulbo bilioso
Flag of Russia Russian Желчный клубнеголов

Creepy Beeb[edit]

The Creepy Beeb statue in the Nintendo Land plaza.
The Creepy Beeb statue in the Nintendo Land Plaza.

The Creepy Beeb (ザコワラジ?, lit.: "Small Fry Woodlouse"; known as the Worker Baub in the European version) is the most common enemy found in Pikmin Adventure. The standard appearance features a purple orb with four flexible yellow legs with black feet, stalked googly eyes, and a yellow and green antenna coming out of the top of its head. There is also a variant that features blue legs and yellow feet like the King Beeb, with the main design difference being a ring around the yellow tip of the antenna.

Behavior[edit]

When it is not attacking players, the Creepy Beeb will walk towards a player even if they are far from its spawning point. The Creepy Beeb attacks by rolling forward a short distance that can take out a player.

Strategy[edit]

The Creepy Beeb is the easiest enemy to kill in Pikmin Adventure, as it can die in one direct hit and get weighed down by a single Pikmin due to its entire body being a single weak-point. It only rolls forward a little bit, so avoiding its attack is very simple. Some Creepy Beebs take slightly more hits to kill, but are still very simple to get rid of as they still function identically to the small ones.

Monita's notes[edit]

US version US version:

“Creepy Beebs are about the size of Olimar and move in packs. They're usually quite peaceful creatures, but their flexible legs and formidable charge attack help them when they feel threatened.”

European version European version:

“Worker Baubs are about the size of Olimar and move in groups. These industrious creatures are usually peaceful, but their flexible legs and formidable charge help them when they feel threatened.”

Gallery[edit]

  • The Creepy Beeb statue initiating a roll when interacted with.

    The Creepy Beeb statue initiating a roll when interacted with.

  • The Creepy Beeb statue after rolling.

    The Creepy Beeb statue after rolling.

  • Four Creepy Beebs.

    Four Creepy Beebs.

  • Two Creepy Beebs being weighed down by some Pikmin.

    Two Creepy Beebs being weighed down by some Pikmin.

  • Four large Creepy Beebs resembling the King Beeb, with a Mii Blue Pikmin weighing one down.

    Four large Creepy Beebs resembling the King Beeb, with a Mii Blue Pikmin weighing one down.

  • Three water Creepy Beebs ready to attack the Mii Blue Pikmin player in Cage of Terror.

    Three water Creepy Beebs ready to attack the Mii Blue Pikmin player in Cage of Terror.

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese ザコワラジ?
Zako Waraji		 Small Fry Woodlouse
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Werkbaub
Flag of France French Brok rampant Creeping beeb
Flag of Germany German Krümelkugelkäfer Crumb Dot Beetle
Flag of Italy Italian Pidolino operaio
Flag of Portugal Portuguese (NoE) Baub Operário
Flag of Spain Spanish Boloide obrero
Flag of Russia Russian Тапколап-рабочий

Bombardier Beeb[edit]

The Bombardier Beeb statue in the Nintendo Land plaza.
The Bombardier Beeb statue in the Nintendo Land plaza.

The Bombardier Beeb (サクレワラジ?, lit.: "Bursting Woodlouse"; known as the Bombardier Baub in the European version) is one of the rarer enemies in Pikmin Adventure. It is a variant of the Creepy Beeb that explodes after a few seconds of spotting a player. It has a number of common characteristics with the Creepy Beeb including black feet and stalked googly eyes, but it also has a few major design differences as well including rivets on its sides and a fuse in place of an antenna.

Behavior[edit]

Upon spotting a player, the Bombardier Beeb will activate the fuse on its head and chase after them. After about 5 seconds, it will stand in place and panic for a second before exploding, causing an explosion that can damage nearby players, enemies, and destructible blocks similar to standard bombs.

Strategy[edit]

It is not recommended to attack the Bombardier Beeb directly because of the short time it takes before exploding compared to the high amount of health it often has. Instead, the Bombardier Beeb can be used to the players' advantage to destroy other enemies and obstacles, but they must be careful to not get caught in the blast radius, or else they will be engulfed and taken out in the explosion.

Monita's notes[edit]

US version US version:

“This creature is equipped with a fuse and will detonate when approached. Whatever you do, don't go anywhere near it carrying something flammable. Or inflammable, for that matter.”

European version European version:

“This creature is equipped with a fuse and will detonate when approached. ◆ Whatever you do, don't go anywhere near it carrying something flammable. Or inflammable for that matter.”

Gallery[edit]

  • When the Bombardier Beeb statue is interacted with a second time, it will panic like it will explode.

    When the Bombardier Beeb statue is interacted with a second time, it will panic like it will explode.

  • Four Bombardier Beebs ready to blow up.

    Four Bombardier Beebs ready to blow up.

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese サクレワラジ?
Sakure Waraji		 Bursting Woodlouse
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Bombaub
Flag of France French Brok à retardement ticking beeb
Flag of Germany German Knallkugelkäfer Bang Ball Beetle
Flag of Italy Italian Pidolino bombardiere Bombing Beeb
Flag of Portugal Portuguese (NoE) Baub Bomba
Flag of Spain Spanish Boloide bomba
Flag of Russia Russian Тапколап-бомбардир

Blowhog[edit]

The Blowhog statue in the Nintendo Land plaza.
The Blowhog statue in the Nintendo Land Plaza.

The Blowhog (フーセンドックリ?, lit.: "Balloon Tokkuri"; known as the Puffy Blowhog in the European version) is an uncommon enemy that appears in Pikmin Adventure. It is a purple orb with a blue snout that is lifted by a propellor and features eyes that are often covered up by its eyelids almost always being nearly closed.

Behavior[edit]

The Blowhog is usually found hovering still and looking in one direction. Once it sees a player the Blowhog will start to move towards them until it gets close enough to the player and turns its snout into a spike and tries to ram the players head-on in a straight line.

Strategy[edit]

Since the Blowhog's entire body is a weak point similar to the Creepy Beeb, attacking it is easier then with most enemies. However, it is very mobile, making precision in throwing slightly difficult, and it usually hovers over pits, making it difficult to throw Pikmin at it without losing them. The player can either attack it from afar with a Whip Seed or try to lure it over solid ground in order to safely take it out.

Monita's notes[edit]

US version US version:

“This unfriendly beast attacks by shooting needles from its mouth but mellows considerably after the initial assault. Still, a balloon with needles inside of it... That sounds like a dangerous combination!”

European version European version:

“This unfriendly beast attacks by shooting needles from its mouth but mellows considerably after the initial assault. ◆ Still, a balloon with needles inside it... That sounds like a dangerous combination!”

Gallery[edit]

  • A Blowhog in an arena.

    A Blowhog in an arena.

  • A Blowhog with a spike coming out of its snout.

    A Blowhog with a spike coming out of its snout.

  • A stunned Blowhog.

    A stunned Blowhog.

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese フーセンドックリ?
Fūsen Dokkuri		 Balloon Tokkuri
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Opgeblazen Blowhog
Flag of France French Puffy volant Flying puffy
Flag of Germany German Ballonerus Ballonerus there is no translation
Flag of Italy Italian Moschita vacua
Flag of Portugal Portuguese (NoE) Sopro Voador
Flag of Spain Spanish Verraco volador
Flag of Russia Russian Толстый ветросвин

Telescoping Pumphog[edit]

The Telescoping Pumphog statue in the Nintendo Land plaza.
The Telescoping Pumphog statue in the Nintendo Land plaza.

The Telescoping Pumphog (ポンプドックリ?, lit.: "Pump Tokkuri") is a common enemy found in Pikmin Adventure. Its face bears a resemblance to the Fiery Blowhog, sharing very similar eyes and snout, but is otherwise very different, being a stationary tower that can pump out projectiles.

Behavior[edit]

Most Telescoping Pumphogs are completely stationary and are unable to do much of anything other than shoot projectiles while a few others can delve underground and pop back up to shoot projectiles and temporarily avoid damage from players.

When it is stationary, the Telescoping Pumphog sits about, facing a set direction. When it notices a player, it will start rising up, revealing its tube-like under-segment which inflates. It will then push down, which fires out a projectile from its snout. This projectile is usually a spike ball, but there are a few variants that shoot out bombs and water.

Strategy[edit]

The Telescoping Pumphog's weak-spot is located directly on its head, making it hard to attack when it rises up to charge its attack. However, when it is on the ground, right after attacking, it is extremely vulnerable, so it is advised to attack them then.

It should be noted, however, that some variants of the Telescoping Pumphog do not have a weak-point at all, making it the only enemy in Pikmin Adventure that is completely invincible. If a player comes across this variant, their only option is to advance to the next part of the level quickly while avoiding the indestructible Pumphog's projectiles.

Monita's notes[edit]

US version US version:

“This creature compresses air in its bellows-shaped body and uses the pressure to shoot water or projectiles. I called them Huffy Puffers in my younger days. Oh, the quirks of a single core processor.”

European version European version:

“This creature compresses air in its bellow-shaped body and uses the pressure to shoot water or projectiles. ◆ I called them Huffy Puffers in my younger days. Oh, the quirks of a single-core processor.”
  • The Telescoping Pumphog statue extending upward.

    The Telescoping Pumphog statue extending upward.

  • A large Telescoping Pumphog trapped in an enclosed area.

    A large Telescoping Pumphog trapped in an enclosed area.

  • A Telescoping Pumphog.

    A Telescoping Pumphog.

  • The invulnerable variant of the Telescoping Pumphog in Lord of a Barren Land.

    The invulnerable variant of the Telescoping Pumphog in Lord of a Barren Land.

  • An electric Telescoping Pumphog in Cage of Terror.

    An electric Telescoping Pumphog in Cage of Terror.

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning Notes
Flag of Japan Japanese ポンプドックリ?
Ponpu Dokkuri		 Pump Tokkuri
Flag of the Netherlands Dutch Blaasbalgblowhog
Flag of France French Souffy téléscopique Telescopic huffy
Flag of Germany German Pump-Ballonerus Pump-Ballonerus
Flag of Italy Italian Eruptor telescopico
Flag of Portugal Portuguese (NoE) Sopro Telescópico
Flag of Spain Spanish Verraco fuelle
Flag of Russia Russian Телескопический ветросвин

Bosses[edit]

There are the following bosses in Pikmin Adventure:

See also[edit]

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