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'''Rock Pikmin''' are a new species of Pikmin featured in [[Pikmin 3]]. They attack slower and simply appear to be rocks with pikmin's eyes, limbs, and violet flowers, just like the [[Magenta Pikmin]]. They seem to also behave differently from other Pikmin, as they sit down in cases where any other pikmin would lay down, and make a different pitched noise when thrown or killed. The main part of their body seems to be a grey texture of graphite that reflects light, while the 'skin' on their arms and legs appears dark grey. When Rock Pikmin are dismissed, their sprouts glow gray. Their ghosts are also chaped like small grey rocks with eyes.?
'''Rock Pikmin''' are a new species of Pikmin featured in [[Pikmin 3]]. They attack slower and simply appear to be rocks with pikmin's eyes, limbs, and violet flowers, just like the [[Magenta Pikmin]]. They seem to also behave differently from other Pikmin, as they sit down in cases where any other pikmin would lay down, and make a different pitched noise when thrown or killed. The main part of their body seems to be a grey texture of graphite that reflects light, while the 'skin' on their arms and legs appears dark grey. When Rock Pikmin are dismissed, their sprouts glow gray. Their ghosts are also chaped like small grey rocks with eyes.


It is unknown if Rock Pikmin will be produce from [[Onion]]s, [[Candypop Bud]]s, or from [[Medusal Slurker|an entirely-new method]]. Regardless, Rock Pikmin are currently the only "confirmed" species of Pikmin for Pikmin 3.
It is unknown if Rock Pikmin will be produced from [[Onion]]s, [[Candypop Bud]]s, or from [[Medusal Slurker|an entirely-new method]]. Regardless, Rock Pikmin are currently the only "confirmed" species of Pikmin for Pikmin 3.





Revision as of 21:03, November 23, 2012

Rock Pikmin
File:Rockpikmin.jpg
Resistance Ice, glass, crystal, crushing,projectiles
Attack strength Above Average
Mobility Average
Throw Low
Digging speed Unknown
Carrying capacity 1

Rock Pikmin are a new species of Pikmin featured in Pikmin 3. They attack slower and simply appear to be rocks with pikmin's eyes, limbs, and violet flowers, just like the Magenta Pikmin. They seem to also behave differently from other Pikmin, as they sit down in cases where any other pikmin would lay down, and make a different pitched noise when thrown or killed. The main part of their body seems to be a grey texture of graphite that reflects light, while the 'skin' on their arms and legs appears dark grey. When Rock Pikmin are dismissed, their sprouts glow gray. Their ghosts are also chaped like small grey rocks with eyes.

It is unknown if Rock Pikmin will be produced from Onions, Candypop Buds, or from an entirely-new method. Regardless, Rock Pikmin are currently the only "confirmed" species of Pikmin for Pikmin 3.


Abilities

Rock Pikmin have rock-hard bodies; they can break crystal barriers and are very tough.

They appear to be able to carry the same normal capacity as any other Pikmin. Despite their increased strength, they have a setback; Rock Pikmin cannot latch onto their targets, as they bounce off and roll back. Instead, if left occupied, they will repeatedly attack enemies and obstacles by charging headlong into them.[1] Rock Pikmin also ocassionally unleash additional damage to targets they hit by causing a "thump".

File:Pikmin 3 GT gameplay
At 1:21, a crystal ball lands on top of 3 Rock Pikmin, which are temporarily stuck underneath it. At 1:32, you can see them break the crystal, and come back to the leader.

Rock Pikmin cannot be crushed by enemies or projectiles. When they have been hit by a heavy object, Rock Pikmin will stay buried in the ground and pull themselves out after a short period of time.

It can be assumed that they are somewhat similar to the Purple Pikmin, at least in terms of girth and size. However, unlike Purple Pikmin, they do not stun enemies when they attack them, and throwing them does not result in a 'dive bomb' attack toward the ground. The Captains have no issue throwing the Rock Pikmin, leading to the assumption that Rock Pikmin are rock-like due to their durability, not weight. Due to their unique properties, it could be assumed they would be very useful, if not vital, in certain combat situations, such as breaking off the armor of the Armored Mawdad.


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