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The mail that appears for each day is taken from a specified set that depends on how many [[Poko]]s the player has collected, and is always received in a set order. Once every message in one set has been shown, the final message in the set is repeated until the requirements for the next are met.
The mail that appears for each day is taken from a specified set that depends on how many [[Poko]]s the player has collected, and is always received in a set order. Once every message in one set has been shown, the final message in the set is repeated until the requirements for the next are met.


It is possible to view past mail entries by pressing {{button|gc|l|wii|padl}} and {{button|gc|r|wii|padr}}, but only the 20 most recent mails are saved.
It is possible to view past mail entries by pressing {{button|gc|l|wii|padl|switch|facel}} and {{button|gc|r|wii|padr|switch|facer}}, but only the 20 most recent mails are saved.


In the following lists, items with multiple lines mean that they are different between the GameCube, Wii, and Switch versions; the top line corresponds to the GameCube original, the second for {{npcp2}}, and the bottom for {{p2s}}. If there are only two, the bottom will either be for the ''New Play Control!'' release or Switch port.
In the following lists, items with multiple lines mean that they are different between the GameCube, Wii, and Switch versions; the top line corresponds to the GameCube original, the second for {{npcp2}}, and the bottom for {{p2s}}. If there are only two, the bottom will either be for the ''New Play Control!'' release or Switch port.
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|Olimar!  I see that you're making notes in the treasure hoard. This is no scientific jaunt!  It's business!  Which is why the ship is writing sales pitches for your finds.
|Olimar!  I see that you're making notes in the {{Color|treasure hoard|red}}. This is no scientific jaunt!  It's business!  Which is why the ship is writing {{Color|sales pitches|red}} for your finds.
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|You know, Olimar, I've been in this business for over 50 years, and I've never heard of space bunnies in that shipping lane.  I have some doubts about Louie's accident...
|You know, Olimar, I've been in this business for over 50 years, and I've never heard of space bunnies in that shipping lane.  I have some doubts about Louie's {{Color|accident|red}}...
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In the GameCube version, the player is able to hold down {{button|gc|l}} or {{button|gc|r}} in order to automatically flip through the mails, but in the ''New Play Control!'' and Switch ports, this is no longer possible; the player must press {{button|wii|padl}} / {{button|switch|facel}} or {{button|wii|padr}} / {{button|switch|facer}} each time.
*In the GameCube version, the player is able to hold down {{button|gc|l|}} or {{button|gc|r}} in order to automatically flip through the mails, but in the ''New Play Control!'' and Switch ports, this is no longer possible; the player must repeatedly tap {{button|wii|padl|switch|facel}} or {{button|wii|padr|switch|facer}} to scroll through mail.
*One of the spammer's mails mentions an "E-Mag #255". 255 is the maximum value an unsigned byte can hold, and as a result of its relevance in game development, this number appears commonly in Nintendo game scripts, along with 256, for the same reason.{{cite quote|{{Notes:Repair Juggernaut/sale}}|Hocotate ship|[[sales pitch]] for the [[Repair Juggernaut]]}}{{cite quote|In this mind-bending realm, my attacks are 256 times more potent!|[[mariowiki:Dimentio|Dimentio]]|[[mariowiki:Dimension D|Dimension D]]}}
*One of the spammer's mails mentions an "E-Mag #255". 255 is the maximum value an unsigned byte can hold, and as a result of its relevance in game development, this number appears commonly in Nintendo game scripts, along with 256, for the same reason.{{cite quote|{{Notes:Repair Juggernaut/sale}}|Hocotate ship|[[sales pitch]] for the [[Repair Juggernaut]]}}{{cite quote|In this mind-bending realm, my attacks are 256 times more potent!|[[mariowiki:Dimentio|Dimentio]]|[[mariowiki:Dimension D|Dimension D]]}}
*At the end of the day, if the player opens that day's e-mail, then goes back to the Pikmin stats menu, and returns to the e-mail, its window will rise up from the bottom of the screen, squashing the sender's icon on the way up.
*At the end of the day, if the player opens that day's e-mail, then goes back to the Pikmin stats menu, and returns to the e-mail, its window will rise up from the bottom of the screen, squashing the sender's icon on the way up.

Revision as of 08:42, July 15, 2023

One of the e-mails Olimar can receive.

To do: Verify the icon for each message. Also, it looks as though each character has their own notification sound for when the letter opens. At least the last message with Olimar's wife does. Elaborate.
Care to do so?

To do: Add the changed mail from the Switch port.
Care to do so?

At the end of every day in Pikmin 2, Captain Olimar receives some mail. These short messages provide context to the story and show what the various minor characters are doing while the leaders are exploring.

The mail that appears for each day is taken from a specified set that depends on how many Pokos the player has collected, and is always received in a set order. Once every message in one set has been shown, the final message in the set is repeated until the requirements for the next are met.

It is possible to view past mail entries by pressing the L Button on the GameCube controller / the + Control Pad left on the Wii Remote / the Left button on the Switch (Joy-Con's face buttons) and the R Button on the GameCube controller / the + Control Pad right on the Wii Remote / the Right button on the Switch (Joy-Con's face buttons), but only the 20 most recent mails are saved.

In the following lists, items with multiple lines mean that they are different between the GameCube, Wii, and Switch versions; the top line corresponds to the GameCube original, the second for New Play Control! Pikmin 2, and the bottom for Pikmin 2 (Nintendo Switch). If there are only two, the bottom will either be for the New Play Control! release or Switch port.

The jingle that plays when receiving mail.

Up to 2999 Pokos

Sender Icon Message
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a neutral expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president normal". You found your first bit of treasure. Fine work! Our future depends on your efforts, so check your treasure hoard regularly. I'll check in often. Keep up the pace!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". Baby steps first, Olimar! Plan well, and don't worry about me. Our debt is with Happy Hocotate Savings & Loan, after all. Besides, there's nothing left to repossess, so HA!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". How's progress, Olimar? Remember, you'll never get anything done if you sit back and watch from afar. Be sure to hold the R Button on the GameCube controller occasionally for a close-up view of the action.

How's progress, Olimar? Remember, you'll never get anything done if you sit back and watch from afar. Press Left or Right on the + Control Pad on the Wii Remote for a close-up view of the action.

How's progress, Olimar? Remember, you'll never get anything done if you sit back and watch from afar. Press the ZR Button on the Switch for a close-up view of the action.

Olimar's wife One of the mail icons for Olimar's wife, exhibiting a neutral expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "wife normal". My dearest dear...how are you? Your boss gave me this space e-mail account and told me all about your business trip. Just remember: you have a family to think about!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". Louie: It's been three months since you joined our company, and I'm sure you love it. I expect big things from you, Louie. Far bigger things than I expect from Olimar!
Olimar's son One of the mail icons for Olimar's son, exhibiting a sort of sneering expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "son sly/cunning". Papa! No fair! No fair! You snuck off and went on an expedition without me! You have to promise to absolutely, positively take me next time! Say it! Say you PROOOOOMISE!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a neutral expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president normal". Olimar! I see that you're making notes in the treasure hoard. This is no scientific jaunt! It's business! Which is why the ship is writing sales pitches for your finds.
Olimar's daughter One of the mail icons for Olimar's daughter, portraying a neutral expression. Dear Papa... How are you? I am fine. But Mommy is very, very mad at you. Please don't make Mommy mad! Pretty please with sugar?
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a puzzled expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president wonder/mystery". I wonder where we'd be now if I hadn't been so stingy and purchased space insurance... But the route Louie took was always a safe shipping lane...
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a puzzled expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president wonder/mystery". You know, Olimar, I've been in this business for over 50 years, and I've never heard of space bunnies in that shipping lane. I have some doubts about Louie's accident...
Olimar's son One of the mail icons for Olimar's son, exhibiting a seemingly surprised or excited expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "son pleading". Papa! There's this girl at school who's kind of nice, and I've been bragging all about you to her. So, I need you to bring me back the coolest souvenir ever!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a slightly uneasy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president unease". Yet another lonely day at the office. I have nothing to do here, so I'm just counting the hairs on my head. Like my employees, I have precious few left...

3000-4999 Pokos

Sender Icon Message
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting an excited smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president surprise smile". Olimar! Good work so far! I hereby promote you to Perennial Manager! Press the X Button on the GameCube controller to divide up work, and the Y Button on the GameCube controller to delegate more work to your subordinate leader. Hope all goes smoothly!

Olimar! Good work so far! I hereby promote you to Perennial Manager! Press the C Button on the Nunchuk to divide up work, and the Minus Button on the Wii Remote to delegate more work to your subordinate leader. Hope all goes smoothly!

Olimar! Good work so far! I hereby promote you to assistant manager! Press the X Button on the Switch to divide up work, and the Y Button on the Switch to delegate more work to your subordinate leader. Hope all goes smoothly!

President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting shock or surprise. The internal filename roughly translates to "president surprise". Olimar! Terrible news! I thought I went to Happy Hocotate Savings & Loan, but it seems my loan came from the shop next door: All-Devouring Black Hole Loan Sharks! Oops!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting shock or surprise. The internal filename roughly translates to "president surprise". I just took a call from my loan agent! He has the scariest voice I've ever heard. While you two are dawdling about, my life hangs by a thread! Get to work, slackers!

I just took a call from my loan agent! He has the scariest voice I've ever heard. While you two are dawdling, my life hangs by a thread! I know it's hard out there, but hurry up!

Olimar's son One of the mail icons for Olimar's son, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "son smile". Hi, Papa! Mama heard you got a promotion, so now she's very happy. You have lots of people under you now, right? So, does this mean you're a Super Captain?

Hi, Papa! Mama heard you got a promotion, so now she's very happy. You have lots of people under you now, right? So, does this mean you're a super captain?

President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". Louie, your auntie sent me some cookies. Now, I only meant to taste one, but... then I ate them all. Sorry. To make up for it, I shall officially make you a Cookie Specialist.
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a neutral expression with "closed" eyes. The internal filename roughly translates to "president normal 2". Some say that you should look to the past, to places you have been already, in order to make new finds... Of course, extraordinary people like me always press onward.
Olimar's wife One of the mail icons for Olimar's wife, exhibiting a sad or worried expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "wife unease". Hey, you should know... I didn't get that part-time job. That stupid store is only hiring teenagers who wear too much makeup, apparently. Maybe I need a new look or something.
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a neutral expression with "closed" eyes. The internal filename roughly translates to "president normal 2". Louie... When I was about your age, I made my name thunder through the universe as a great explorer. Model yourself after me, son, and you'll go places. Persevere!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a slightly uneasy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president unease". All I do is take calls from debt collectors! Thinking it was OK to work at a leisurely pace was a big mistake. Work isn't about quality, it's all about speed. Hop to it!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a seemingly tired or sad/depressed expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president depressed". The phone is off the hook again today... Darn debt collectors! I'm becoming neurotic! I've begun to lose track of days. What day is today? And what month is it?!?

5000-7999 Pokos

Sender Icon Message
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a neutral expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president normal". Olimar! You're my hero! You've erased half of our debt. Still, things have become a bit dangerous, so I'm going into hiding. Focus on work...and don't slack off!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a seemingly tired or sad/depressed expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president depressed". Hello... I am still on the lam from debt collectors. For the time being, I've decided to live under the bridge, but if they catch me, I don't know what they'll do to me...
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a slightly uneasy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president unease". Some wild animals are nesting under the bridge now. They think I'm their pal or something. My stylish suits are covered with hair. I'm pitiful... but at least they're warm...
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". Well, the animals that adopted me are actually rather cute once you get used to them. Once we get the debt paid off, I might build a refuge for them. What do you think?
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". When you're down, you find out who your true friends are...and I think I finally have. Maybe I'll just fire you two ingrates and hire these nice animals...
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a seemingly tired or sad/depressed expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president depressed". Today, a group from the government offices paid me a visit. They kicked me out from under the bridge as if I were trash. The animals left... I have nowhere left to turn...
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". I found some tasty grass today. It was the first time in a while that I could eat until I was full. I've become one heck of a grass and root chef... Maybe I'll write a book.
Olimar's son One of the mail icon's for Olimar's son, exhibiting a seemingly upset expression of sorts. Strangely, the internal filename refers to this as a surprised expression. Dad! Mom is not fair! She said that this month I don't get any allowance! And there's this game I really want to buy! She said I'd get more money when you got back! Hurry!
Olimar's wife One of the mail icons for Olimar's wife, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "wife smile". Today, as I cleaned the bedroom, I found your secret cash stash. With thanks, I'll accept it gladly. I'll just pretend I didn't see that journal of yours...
Olimar's daughter One of the mail icon's for Olimar's daughter, portraying a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "daughter smile". Dad! Dad! Thank you so much! Mom is giving me an allowance again! She had this huge smile when she gave it to me, too. You had a TON stashed away, didn't you?
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". Today, I just missed getting nabbed by the debt collectors. I was able to escape them thanks to my all-grass diet! You should try it, too!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a seemingly tired or sad/depressed expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president depressed". All day, every day, it's the same old thing: dodge debt collectors! I can't take it! My pleasantly plump face has gotten deathly skinny. Hurry up and collect treasures!

8000-9999 Pokos

Sender Icon Message
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting an excited smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president surprise smile". Olimar! You'll soon be promoted to manager! Only a small bit of debt remains. You've done great...as have I! No one dodges debt collectors like I do! I'm a pro!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a calm smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "president relaxed smile". Today, I tried building a small room at the top of a tree. It reminded me of my younger days, when I lived in a little shed. Those memories help make this bearable.
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting an angry expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president angry". Only a bit of debt remains! If you two dolts can gather treasures with such ease, I figure I could find boatloads down there. I'll have to think about this...
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting an angry expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president angry". All is well! I'll soon be able to bid farewell to this fugitive lifestyle! It's strange, but I think I may miss it a little. It feels good to survive incredible hardships!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a slightly uneasy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president unease". I have a regrettable message. I have been caught. If I don't pay off the company debt right away, I'm to be buried in Hocotate Swamp. It's bleak here... Hurry!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a neutral expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president normal". Olimar! Come back to Hocotate right away. I need you to be held hostage in my place. I'm going to run....uh, I mean...search for treasures. Hurry up!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting an angry expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president angry". Olimar! You are as slow as molasses. Effective now, I'm reducing you to a bottom-rung employee until you get back on pace! Lately, Louie has held more promise...
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting an angry expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president angry". Olimar! Hurry it up! I'm at the end of my rope! If you get this debt repaid for me, I'll pay you any bonus you want! And promote you! And buy you a new suit! Anything!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting an angry expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president angry". Will my life end in a place like this? No! I won't die! Olimar! I believe in you! Hurry up and get this debt repaid! Oh, how I wish I were there to oversee this project!
President One of the mail icons for The President, exhibiting a seemingly tired or sad/depressed expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "president depressed". I wonder how many days have gone by since I was captured by the debt collectors. Olimar... Louie... I'm almost done for... Repay...debt! P...l...e...a...s...e...

After debt is repaid

Sender Icon Message
President's wife One of the mail icon's for the President's wife, exhibiting a possibly angry expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Madam angry". Hmmph! Some president you are! I just got back from vacation to find out you're on a treasure hunt! Well, don't bother coming home until you've found every item on your list!
Louie's grandmother One of the mail icon's for Louie's grandmother, exhibiting a worried expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Louie grandmother worried/concerned". Louie, we suddenly stopped hearing from you! Everything OK? If things get tough, you can always come home. I'll stock up on those Pikpik carrots you love!
Olimar's wife One of the mail icons for Olimar's wife, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "wife smile". Olimar, you've worked so hard! Your special bonus arrived today. This is a first, right? I bought the kids a few things they've been wanting. They were so happy! And so was I...
Olimar's son One of the mail icons for Olimar's son, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "son smile". Oh yeah! Oh yeah! My allowance doubled! And it's all thanks to my papa! After all, he's a great captain! But when in the world will he be able to come home, huh?
***SPAM?*** The mail icon for one of the spam mailers, simply named "?" in the game's files. I am so lonely... I want a friend that'll listen to my troubles. I want to meet someone like you. Contact me at http://www.pikmin.com.[notes 1]

Don't we all want friends who will smile when we need a little sunshine in our day? Sure! If you see friends who need a smile, give 'em your best one!

Louie's grandmother One of the mail icon's for Louie's grandmother, exhibiting a worried expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Louie grandmother worried/concerned". Louie! Are you eating well? When you were a boy, you were quite skinny, so I made you clean your plate. Be sure to cook suspicious food before eating it!
Olimar's daughter One of the mail icon's for Olimar's daughter, portraying a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "daughter smile". Papa! I'm going to prep school! Mama said that if I don't study hard, I can't become a proper lady. Did I write a nice proper mail? Do tell, Papa!

Papa! I’m going to prep school! Mama said that if I don’t study hard, I can’t become the best me that I can be! Did I write a nice, proper mail? Do tell, Papa!

Louie's grandmother One of the mail icon's for Louie's grandmother, exhibiting a worried expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Louie grandmother worried/concerned". At my age, reminiscing is wonderful. Louie, do you remember the hill behind our house? You hated to play outside, so I made you eat bugs and plants. Ah, memories...
***SPAM?*** The mail icon for one of the spam mailers, named "? 2" in the game's files. Do you love BARGAINS? Do you like DESIGNER ITEMS AT CUT-RATE PRICES? Then come save tons of Pokos at... http://www.pikmin.com.[notes 1]

Do you love BARGAINS? Do you like designer items at cut rate prices? Then come learn how to pinch a Poko from your favorite Hocotate radio station!

Olimar's son One of the mail icons for Olimar's son, exhibiting a neutral expression. Lately, I've been getting a ton of mail from a strange person selling designer items at cut-rate prices. It sounds like a deal. Should I send them your bonus check?
Louie's grandmother One of the mail icon's for Louie's grandmother, exhibiting a worried expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Louie grandmother worried/concerned". Louie, I sent you some of the preserved bug foods from home. You should share some with your company president. As a kid, bugs loved you so much. Always nibbling...
Louie's grandmother One of the mail icon's for Louie's grandmother, exhibiting a worried expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Louie grandmother worried/concerned". Louie... You've sent absolutely no replies. I'm worried about you. I'd like to come see you, but I'm so old... All I can do is send you preserved bug foods...

After Louie is found, before all treasures are collected

Sender Icon Message
Louie's grandmother One of the mail icons for Louie's grandmother, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Louie grandmother smile". Louie, I'm really relieved to know you're safe and sound. I'd heard you'd been eaten by a bug! They sure loved chewing on you as a boy. Guess you haven't changed!
Olimar's wife One of the mail icons for Olimar's wife (in her fancier outfit), exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "wife rich person smile". We received yet another special bonus! I've come to love you all anew! I decided to take the kids to the hot springs. We'll have enough fun for you too, so don't worry!
Olimar's son One of the mail icons for Olimar's son, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "son smile". Papa! Thanks! There were so many cute girls at the hot springs! I was a little nervous, but I got over it. Next time, you totally have to come with us! We'll have so much fun!
President's wife One of the mail icon's for the President's wife, exhibiting a possibly angry expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Madam angry". Your notification report was wrong again. How many times do I have to correct you? It's because of behavior like this that I, the REAL boss, have to work so hard.
***SPAM?*** The mail icon for one of the spam mailers, internally named "? 3". It slices! It dices! It plays video games! It sends mail! It wraps gifts! It cures snoring! Interested? Check out http://www.nintendo.com.[notes 2]
Olimar's daughter One of the mail icon's for Olimar's daughter, portraying a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "daughter smile". Papa, today I went to see the orchestra to help me become a proper lady. I think it was expensive. Both Mom and Brother slept through it, but not me! Aren't I proper?
***SPAM?*** The mail icon for one of the spam mailers, internally named "? 4". Would you like to find the new you? If you're thinking about changing jobs, let Hocotate Whiz do the work for you! See http://www.nintendo.com![notes 2]
President's wife One of the mail icons for the President's wife, exhibiting a neutral expression. Hey, you think you can loaf because I can't see you? The ship has been reporting everything to me! Are you surprised? That machine knows who the real boss is.
Olimar's daughter One of the mail icons for Olimar's daughter, portraying her crying. The internal filename roughly translates to "daughter unwilling/refusing". Mama is being mean. Every day I go to school. I want to be a great lady. But I'm so, so tired... Brother is always crying. Growing up isn't any fun at all...
Olimar's son One of the mail icon's for Olimar's son, shown crying. The internal filename roughly translates to "son crying/weeping". Papa! Hurry up and come home! Mama is so nuts! Every day, she orders me to study, study, study! She’s even thinking about sending our dog, Bulbie, to the circus! Help!
President's wife One of the mail icons for the President's wife (in an alternate outfit), exhibiting a neutral expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Madam rich person normal". Hey, just how long are you planning on staying on that planet? Men! All they do is chase empty dreams! It's pure, unadulterated nonsense! Nonsense, I tell you!
President's wife One of the mail icons for the President's wife (in an alternate outfit), shaking her head. The internal filename roughly translates to "Madam rich person good grief". It may interest you to know I've somehow been able to begin turning the company around in your absence. So, you just go on doing what you like for a bit longer, OK?
Olimar's wife One of the mail icons for Olimar's wife (in her fancier outfit), exhibiting a smile. The internal filename roughly translates to "wife rich person smile 2". Hey, hon! I'm on a solo vacation right now. Beach by day, theater at night. Ahhh, life is grand! And don't worry, the kids are in school every night until 10! Wheeeeee!
Olimar's son One of the mail icon's for Olimar's son, shown crying. The internal filename roughly translates to "son crying/weeping". Papa!!! This is awful! Mama threw away all of my games! Seems like every time money comes in, she gets meaner! I want the old Mama back...
Olimar's daughter One of the mail icon's for Olimar's daughter, portraying her weeping. The internal filename roughly translates to "daughter unwilling/refusing 2". Hey, Papa. I do nothing but study. I hate it. Please come home soon.

After all treasures are collected

Sender Icon Message
Olimar's wife One of the mail icons for Olimar's wife, exhibiting a neutral but slightly unhappy looking expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "wife normal 2". I think I may have messed up, darling... I lost a small fortune buying lottery tickets. It was all a nightmare. I'm afraid we're going to have to live lean for awhile.

I think I messed up, darling... A pickpocket stole a small fortune from me. It's been a nightmare. I'm afraid we're going to have to live lean for awhile.

Olimar's son One of the mail icons for Olimar's son, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "son smile". Hey, Papa! I'm so happy! Mama's back to normal! I'm not sure what the reason is... Love, maybe? Anyway, hurry up and come home, and don't forget to bring souvenirs!
Olimar's daughter One of the mail icons for Olimar's daughter, portraying a neutral expression. Daddy, Mama has changed again. She's become nice like she used to be. She said it's OK if I don't study. Is it really OK if I don't become a perfect, proper lady? Really?

Daddy, Mama has changed again. She's become nice like she used to be. She said it's OK if I don't study as much. Is it... really OK if I don't work so hard to be perfect?

President's wife One of the mail icons for the President's wife (in an alternate outfit), exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Madam rich person smile". All of the treasures on the list have been found! I see you in a new light, honey. Hocotate Freight is open for business once again! Get right back to work tomorrow!
Louie's grandmother One of the mail icons for Louie's grandmother, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "Louie grandmother smile". Louie, I heard that you completed your task! Congratulations! My little Louie has become an extraordinary man! How about visiting your dad? I've got bug juice!

Louie, I heard that you completed your task! Congratulations! My little Louie has become an extraordinary man! How about visiting your nana? I've got bug juice!

***SPAM?*** The mail icon for one of the spam mailers, internally named "? 5". Hocotate E-Mag #255. Not just songs; songs of love! Rock out to Pikpik's greatest hits and get sappy! http://www.pikmin.com[notes 1]

Hocotate E-Mag #255. Not just songs...songs with soul! Rock out to Pikpik's greatest hits and get sappy!

Olimar's son One of the mail icons for Olimar's son, exhibiting a happy expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "son smile". Dad, today I'm writing on behalf of Bulbie. Mom and I completely forgot to feed him. He got skinny, but he's been eating a lot of Pikpik carrots, so he'll be OK.

Dad, today I'm writing on behalf of Bulbie. I've been playing fetch with him, and he's gotten really good at it. Can't wait to show you soon!

Olimar's daughter One of the mail icons for Olimar's daughter, portraying a neutral expression. Dad! Our dog, Bulbie, has been acting like a pig! He ate all of our carrots! Have you really seen creatures on that planet that look just like Bulbie?!?
Olimar's wife One of the mail icons for Olimar's wife, exhibiting a lovestruck expression. The internal filename roughly translates to "wife love smile". I love you!!! Don't keep me waiting any longer! Please come home! I've made a ton of your favorite soup, and it's here waiting for you! P.S. Bring souvenirs!

I love you! Don't keep me waiting any longer! Please come home! I've made a ton of your favorite soup, and it's here waiting for you! PS: Bring souvenirs!

Notes

To do: Check the NPC! remakes.
Care to do so?

  1. ^ a b c This URL is http://www.pikmin.com on the US version of the GameCube game, http://pikmin2.nintendo.co.uk on the European version (GameCube and New Play Control!), and http://nintendo.jp/p/ on the Japanese version.
  2. ^ a b This URL is http://www.nintendo.com on the US version of the GameCube game, http://pikmin2.nintendo.co.uk on the European version, and http://nintendo.jp/p/ on the Japanese version.

Gallery

  • The icon that appears just before the mail is opened.

    The icon that appears just before the mail is opened.

  • An example of a spam icon from the mail. Note that all spam icons have a shadow-like appearance.

    An example of a spam icon from the mail. Note that all spam icons have a shadow-like appearance.

  • A letter from the President.

    A letter from the President.

  • Another letter from the President.

    Another letter from the President.

  • A letter from the President's wife.

    A letter from the President's wife.

  • A letter from Louie's grandmother.

    A letter from Louie's grandmother.

  • A letter from Olimar's wife, and the last one in the game. This one is always pink.

    A letter from Olimar's wife, and the last one in the game. This one is always pink.

Trivia

  • In the GameCube version, the player is able to hold down the L Button on the GameCube controller or the R Button on the GameCube controller in order to automatically flip through the mails, but in the New Play Control! and Switch ports, this is no longer possible; the player must repeatedly tap the + Control Pad left on the Wii Remote / the Left button on the Switch (Joy-Con's face buttons) or the + Control Pad right on the Wii Remote / the Right button on the Switch (Joy-Con's face buttons) to scroll through mail.
  • One of the spammer's mails mentions an "E-Mag #255". 255 is the maximum value an unsigned byte can hold, and as a result of its relevance in game development, this number appears commonly in Nintendo game scripts, along with 256, for the same reason.[1][2]
  • At the end of the day, if the player opens that day's e-mail, then goes back to the Pikmin stats menu, and returns to the e-mail, its window will rise up from the bottom of the screen, squashing the sender's icon on the way up.

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning
Flag of Mexico Spanish (NoA) Mensaje Message

See also

References

  1. ^ “Compared to the standard bonding epoxy, this item is two times... four times... No, even more! This metal fastener is 256 times more powerful! In time, it will fix everything in position!” – Hocotate ship in sales pitch for the Repair Juggernaut
  2. ^ “In this mind-bending realm, my attacks are 256 times more potent!” – Dimentio in Dimension D
Quotes
Pikmin Olimar's monologs • Olimar's voyage log
Pikmin 2 Mail • Piklopedia notes • Hocotate ship's dialogs • Treasure Hoard notes
Pikmin 3 Brittany's notes • Piklopedia comments • Talk • Voyage log
Pikmin 4 Voyage Log • Piklopedia notes • Rescue Journal • Treasure Catalog notes
Hey! Pikmin amiibo Log • Creature Log • Pikmin Log • Treasure Log
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