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Pikmin come in several [[#Types|types]], each with certain unique abilities (such as resistance to a specific [[hazard]]). Most are {{tt|1.2cm|0.47 inches}} tall head to toe (around {{tt|3cm|1.2 inches}} if the stem and top are included), and have a generally humanoid shape. On top of a Pikmin's head is either a leaf, bud, or flower, representing its [[maturity]]. | Pikmin come in several [[#Types|types]], each with certain unique abilities (such as resistance to a specific [[hazard]]). Most are {{tt|1.2cm|0.47 inches}} tall head to toe (around {{tt|3cm|1.2 inches}} if the stem and top are included), and have a generally humanoid shape. On top of a Pikmin's head is either a leaf, bud, or flower, representing its [[maturity]]. | ||
On its own, a Pikmin is not particularly strong, but in large groups (usually [[Pikmin limit|up to | On its own, a Pikmin is not particularly strong, but in large groups (usually [[Pikmin limit|up to one hundred]]), they are capable of doing many things. However, Pikmin can be eaten by [[Enemy|enemies]] and if a player loses all Pikmin of a type, a [[Pikmin extinction]] can occur. Fortunately, Pikmin can be grown easily by carrying defeated enemies or [[pellet]]s to the Onion. In addition, [[Candypop family|Candypop Buds]] can convert Pikmin from one type to another. | ||
==Types== | ==Types== | ||
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===Red Pikmin=== | ===Red Pikmin=== | ||
[[File:Red Pikmin1.png|200px|left|thumb|The | [[File:Red Pikmin1.png|200px|left|thumb|The stages of a Red Pikmin.]] | ||
{{main|Red Pikmin}} | {{main|Red Pikmin}} | ||
'''Red Pikmin''' have pointy noses and white flowers, and are present in all ''Pikmin'' games. They are resistant to [[fire]] and have a strong attack strength, making them good at [[combat]]. They are the first type discovered in all ''Pikmin'' games, except ''Pikmin 3''. | '''Red Pikmin''' have pointy noses and white flowers, and are present in all ''Pikmin'' games. They are resistant to [[fire]] and have a strong attack strength, making them good at [[combat]]. They are the first type discovered in all ''Pikmin'' games, except ''Pikmin 3''. | ||
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===Yellow Pikmin=== | ===Yellow Pikmin=== | ||
[[File:Yellow Pikmin1.png|250px|thumb|The | [[File:Yellow Pikmin1.png|250px|thumb|The stages of a Yellow Pikmin.]] | ||
{{main|Yellow Pikmin}} | {{main|Yellow Pikmin}} | ||
'''Yellow Pikmin''' have large ears and white flowers, and are present in all ''Pikmin'' games. They can be [[throw]]n higher than other types, but their other unique abilities vary by game. In ''Pikmin'', they are the only type that can carry [[bomb rock]]s. In ''Pikmin 2'', ''Pikmin 3'', ''Pikmin 4'' and ''Hey! Pikmin'', they are resistant to [[electricity]] (they can also conduct electricity in ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Hey! Pikmin''). In ''Pikmin 3'', they are the first type to be discovered, and can [[dig]] faster than most other Pikmin types. | '''Yellow Pikmin''' have large ears and white flowers, and are present in all ''Pikmin'' games. They can be [[throw]]n higher than other types, but their other unique abilities vary by game. In ''Pikmin'', they are the only type that can carry [[bomb rock]]s. In ''Pikmin 2'', ''Pikmin 3'', ''Pikmin 4'' and ''Hey! Pikmin'', they are resistant to [[electricity]] (they can also conduct electricity in ''Pikmin 3'' and ''Hey! Pikmin''). In ''Pikmin 3'', they are the first type to be discovered, and can [[dig]] faster than most other Pikmin types. | ||
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===Blue Pikmin=== | ===Blue Pikmin=== | ||
[[File:Blue Pikmin all types.png|250px|left|thumb|The | [[File:Blue Pikmin all types.png|250px|left|thumb|The stages of a Blue Pikmin.]] | ||
{{main|Blue Pikmin}} | {{main|Blue Pikmin}} | ||
'''Blue Pikmin''' have mouths and white flowers, and are present in all ''Pikmin'' games. They are resistant to [[water]], making them the only type able to access submerged portions of areas where other Pikmin would drown. They are the last type discovered in all games except ''Hey! Pikmin'' and ''Pikmin Bloom'', though thanks to ''Pikmin 4'''s mechanics, it is possible to discover them earlier than in previous games. | '''Blue Pikmin''' have mouths and white flowers, and are present in all ''Pikmin'' games. They are resistant to [[water]], making them the only type able to access submerged portions of areas where other Pikmin would drown. They are the last type discovered in all games except ''Hey! Pikmin'' and ''Pikmin Bloom'', though thanks to ''Pikmin 4'''s mechanics, it is possible to discover them earlier than in previous games. | ||
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===Purple Pikmin=== | ===Purple Pikmin=== | ||
[[File:HD purple pikmin.jpg|250px|thumb|The | [[File:HD purple pikmin.jpg|250px|thumb|The stages of a Purple Pikmin.]] | ||
{{main|Purple Pikmin}} | {{main|Purple Pikmin}} | ||
'''Purple Pikmin''' have short hairs, | '''Purple Pikmin''' have short hairs, magenta flowers, and are bulkier than other Pikmin types. They are present in ''Pikmin 2'', ''Pikmin 4'', ''Pikmin Bloom'', as well as the alternative game modes of ''Pikmin 3''. They weigh 10 times as much as other Pikmin types, are slower than other types, can [[carry]] 10 times the weight of other types, and can attack with a strong [[Combat#Purple Pikmin pound|pound]] capable of stunning enemies. They are native to [[cave]]s and do not have an [[Onion]], meaning that they can only be grown by throwing other Pikmin into [[Candypop family|Candypop Buds]]. | ||
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===White Pikmin=== | ===White Pikmin=== | ||
[[File:HD White pikmin.jpg|250px|left|thumb|The | [[File:HD White pikmin.jpg|250px|left|thumb|The stages of a White Pikmin.]] | ||
{{main|White Pikmin}} | {{main|White Pikmin}} | ||
'''White Pikmin''' have red eyes and | '''White Pikmin''' have red eyes and magenta flowers, and are present in ''Pikmin 2'', ''Pikmin 4'', ''Pikmin Bloom'', as well as the alternative game modes of ''Pikmin 3''. They are resistant to [[poison]], are faster than other Pikmin types, can poison enemies upon being eaten, and can [[dig]] hidden underground [[treasure]]s other types cannot see. They are native to [[cave]]s and do not have an [[Onion]], meaning that they can only be grown by throwing other Pikmin into [[Candypop family|Candypop Buds]]. | ||
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===Rock Pikmin=== | ===Rock Pikmin=== | ||
[[File: Rock Pikmin P3 stages.png|250px|thumb|The | [[File: Rock Pikmin P3 stages.png|250px|thumb|The stages of a Rock Pikmin.]] | ||
{{main|Rock Pikmin}} | {{main|Rock Pikmin}} | ||
'''Rock Pikmin''' are greyish-black, shaped like rocks, and have | '''Rock Pikmin''' are greyish-black, shaped like rocks, and have indigo flowers. They are present in ''Pikmin 3'', ''Pikmin 4'', ''Hey! Pikmin'', and ''Pikmin Bloom''. Their hardness allows them to destroy [[crystal]] obstacles, attack enemies through a powerful [[Combat#Rock Pikmin|direct impact]], and be resistant to being [[crush]]ed or [[stab]]bed. | ||
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===Winged Pikmin=== | ===Winged Pikmin=== | ||
[[File:Winged Pikmin.png|250px|left|thumb|The | [[File:Winged Pikmin.png|250px|left|thumb|The stages of a Winged Pikmin.]] | ||
{{main|Winged Pikmin}} | {{main|Winged Pikmin}} | ||
'''Winged Pikmin''' are pink and have wings, blue eyes, and | '''Winged Pikmin''' are pink and have wings, blue eyes, and indigo flowers. They are present in ''Pikmin 3'', ''Pikmin 4'', ''Hey! Pikmin'', and ''Pikmin Bloom''. They can fly over [[water]] and low barriers, allowing them to take shortcuts when [[carry]]ing, as well as making it harder for enemies to attack them, but their attack strength is lower than other Pikmin types. | ||
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===Ice Pikmin=== | ===Ice Pikmin=== | ||
[[File:Ice Pikmin.jpg|150px|thumb|An Ice Pikmin in | [[File:Ice Pikmin.jpg|150px|thumb|An Ice Pikmin in its leaf stage.]] | ||
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{{main|Ice Pikmin}} | {{main|Ice Pikmin}} | ||
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===Glow Pikmin=== | ===Glow Pikmin=== | ||
[[File:BudGlowPikmin.png|150px|thumb|A Glow Pikmin in | [[File:BudGlowPikmin.png|150px|thumb|A Glow Pikmin in its bud stage.]] | ||
{{main|Glow Pikmin}} | {{main|Glow Pikmin}} | ||
'''Glow Pikmin''' are chartreuse with bioluminescent ghost-like bodies. They are capable of flying, similar to Winged Pikmin. They only come out at night | '''Glow Pikmin''' are chartreuse with bioluminescent ghost-like bodies. They are capable of flying, similar to Winged Pikmin. They only come out at night and live in burrow-like mounds. Also, if the player has a large amount of Glow Pikmin, then they can form them into a large green energy orb called a Glowmob that can be used to hit enemies. They are produced by bringing star-like objects to their mounds. | ||
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===Stages=== | ===Stages=== | ||
[[File:Pikmin Stages.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The | [[File:Pikmin Stages.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The stages of Pikmin – leaf, bud, and flower.]] | ||
{{main|Maturity}} | {{main|Maturity}} | ||
There are | There are three stages of life that a Pikmin can be in: leaf, bud, and flower. A Pikmin's maturity controls its walking and carrying speed. Leaf Pikmin are the slowest, flower Pikmin are the fastest, and bud Pikmin are in between. A Pikmin's maturity is not connected to its type. | ||
When an Onion or Candypop Bud sends out a seed, it will always be in the leaf stage. If left in the ground, the leaf will grow into a bud, and then into a flower. Thus, the longer the player waits before plucking the Pikmin, the faster it will be. Pikmin can go instantly to the flower stage by drinking [[nectar]], or being powered up by an [[ultra-spicy spray]] in ''Pikmin 3''. They can also decrease in stage in ''Pikmin'', ''Pikmin 2'', and ''Pikmin 4'' through certain enemy attacks. | When an Onion or Candypop Bud sends out a seed, it will always be in the leaf stage. If left in the ground, the leaf will grow into a bud, and then into a flower. Thus, the longer the player waits before plucking the Pikmin, the faster it will be. Pikmin can go instantly to the flower stage by drinking [[nectar]], or being powered up by an [[ultra-spicy spray]] in ''Pikmin 3''. They can also decrease in stage in ''Pikmin'', ''Pikmin 2'', and ''Pikmin 4'' through certain enemy attacks. | ||
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[[File:Decor Rock Supermarket 2.png|thumb|A Rock Pikmin wearing a banana.]] | [[File:Decor Rock Supermarket 2.png|thumb|A Rock Pikmin wearing a banana.]] | ||
{{main|Decor Pikmin}} | {{main|Decor Pikmin}} | ||
Decor Pikmin are a special status of Pikmin in {{pb}}. They differ from regular Pikmin in that they wear some decoration. These decorations are generally made from objects like flower heads, acorns, or cupcakes, but there are some Decor Pikmin that have more elaborate costumes. Different types of Decor Pikmin are collected by finding Pikmin [[seedling]]s in specific types of real-world locations. There are over | Decor Pikmin are a special status of Pikmin in {{pb}}. They differ from regular Pikmin in that they wear some decoration. These decorations are generally made from objects like flower heads, acorns, or cupcakes, but there are some Decor Pikmin that have more elaborate costumes. Different types of Decor Pikmin are collected by finding Pikmin [[seedling]]s in specific types of real-world locations. There are over thirty sets of costumes and over two hundred types of Decor Pikmin. | ||
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*The first five members of the Pikmin family (from ''Pikmin'' to ''Pikmin 2'', not including Bulbmin) appear in the [[Wii]] to [[Wii U]] data transfer app, in which they "carry" the software from the Wii SD card to the Wii U console. | *The first five members of the Pikmin family (from ''Pikmin'' to ''Pikmin 2'', not including Bulbmin) appear in the [[Wii]] to [[Wii U]] data transfer app, in which they "carry" the software from the Wii SD card to the Wii U console. | ||
*Pikmin resemble a legend about the mandrake plant, a plant whose roots can sometimes resemble a human body. The legend says that if one uproots a mandrake plant, it will be their servant. However, it is also said that if picked, it will emit a scream powerful enough to kill its picker, so it was recommended to form a strategy for picking it, like tying it to a dog. | *Pikmin resemble a legend about the mandrake plant, a plant whose roots can sometimes resemble a human body. The legend says that if one uproots a mandrake plant, it will be their servant. However, it is also said that if picked, it will emit a scream powerful enough to kill its picker, so it was recommended to form a strategy for picking it, like tying it to a dog. | ||
*Each | *Each Pikmin in {{p2}} represents the five senses: | ||
**'''Smell:''' [[Red Pikmin]] have prominent noses. | **'''Smell:''' [[Red Pikmin]] have prominent noses. | ||
**'''Taste:''' [[Blue Pikmin]] have visible mouths, unlike the others. | **'''Taste:''' [[Blue Pikmin]] have visible mouths, unlike the others. | ||
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**'''Touch:''' [[Purple Pikmin]] have feeler-like hairs atop their head. | **'''Touch:''' [[Purple Pikmin]] have feeler-like hairs atop their head. | ||
**'''Sight:''' [[White Pikmin]] have absurdly large eyes. | **'''Sight:''' [[White Pikmin]] have absurdly large eyes. | ||
*In addition to this, | *In addition to this, the Pikmin in {{p3}} seem to correspond with the {{w|Classical element|classical elements}}: | ||
**'''Fire:''' Red Pikmin | **'''Fire:''' Red Pikmin | ||
**'''Water:''' Blue Pikmin | **'''Water:''' Blue Pikmin | ||
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**'''Air:''' Winged Pikmin | **'''Air:''' Winged Pikmin | ||
**'''Aether:''' Yellow Pikmin | **'''Aether:''' Yellow Pikmin | ||
*In ''Pikmin 3'', Rock Pikmin, Winged Pikmin | *In ''Pikmin 3'', Rock Pikmin, Winged Pikmin and Yellow Pikmin have their own voice, different from the other types of Pikmin. In ''Pikmin 2'', Purple and White Pikmin have their own voice during their introduction cutscene. However, they have the same voice as other Pikmin types during normal gameplay. | ||
**In the {{psm}}, Purple Pikmin have a deeper voice than the other types, as seen in the ''[[Treasure in a Bottle]]'' scene where three Blue Pikmin and one Purple Pikmin chase after a butterfly. | **In the {{psm}}, Purple Pikmin have a deeper voice than the other types, as seen in the ''[[Treasure in a Bottle]]'' scene where three Blue Pikmin and one Purple Pikmin chase after a butterfly. | ||
*Despite their flowers being indigo in-game, the flowers of Winged Pikmin and Rock Pikmin are blue in some [[Pikmin 3 prerelease information|early]] concept art. | *Despite their flowers being indigo in-game, the flowers of Winged Pikmin and Rock Pikmin are blue in some [[Pikmin 3 prerelease information|early]] concept art. | ||
*The Pikmin appear in some games and media outside of the franchise as [[Pikmin in other media|cameos]]. | *The Pikmin appear in some games and media outside of the franchise as [[Pikmin in other media|cameos]]. | ||
*For an unknown reason, in ''Pikmin 2'', it is impossible to have | *For an unknown reason, in ''Pikmin 2'', it is impossible to have one hundred Pikmin buried in the same area or sublevel, if the Pikmin in question were buried by an enemy. The last Pikmin will simply get knocked back (in the case of a [[Mamuta]]){{cite youtube|klaIcvk5P_U|showing it is impossible for a Mamuta to bury more than ninety-nine Pikmin}} or stay idle (in the case of a [[Swooping Snitchbug]]){{cite youtube|VWSCfO4aUCU|showing it is impossible for a Swooping Snitchbug to bury more than ninety-nine Pikmin}}. Attempting to get one hundred seeds via delivering items to an Onion is possible though. | ||
*The Pikmin types that are better at [[combat]] are found before any other types in each of the mainline games. In ''Pikmin'', these are the Red Pikmin, in ''Pikmin 2'', these are Red Pikmin and Purple Pikmin, and in ''Pikmin 3'', these are Red Pikmin and Rock Pikmin. | *The Pikmin types that are better at [[combat]] are found before any other types in each of the mainline games. In ''Pikmin'', these are the Red Pikmin, in ''Pikmin 2'', these are Red Pikmin and Purple Pikmin, and in ''Pikmin 3'', these are Red Pikmin and Rock Pikmin. | ||
*Pikmin noises are created by recording a human making a sound, speeding it up, and raising the pitch+formant values. Most types of Pikmin are voiced by Hajime Wakai.{{cite web|https://www.nintendo.co.jp/nom/0405/1_2/index.html|''Pikmin 2'' developer interview|Nintendo of Japan|retrieved={{date|6|April|2018}}}}{{cite web|http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Hajime-Wakai/|Hajime Wakai|Behind the Voice Actors|retrieved={{date|6|April|2018}}}} | *Pikmin noises are created by recording a human making a sound, speeding it up, and raising the pitch+formant values. Most types of Pikmin are voiced by Hajime Wakai.{{cite web|https://www.nintendo.co.jp/nom/0405/1_2/index.html|''Pikmin 2'' developer interview|Nintendo of Japan|retrieved={{date|6|April|2018}}}}{{cite web|http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Hajime-Wakai/|Hajime Wakai|Behind the Voice Actors|retrieved={{date|6|April|2018}}}} | ||