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|challenge = [[Trampled Garden]], [[Hazard Training]], [[Cave of Snarls]] | |challenge = [[Trampled Garden]], [[Hazard Training]], [[Cave of Snarls]] | ||
|dandori_c = [[Trial of the Sage Leaf]] | |dandori_c = [[Trial of the Sage Leaf]] | ||
|attacks2 = Blow | |attacks2 = Blow wind that withers Pikmin flowers | ||
|attacks4 = | |attacks4 = Blow gas that withers Pikmin flowers | ||
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The '''Withering Blowhog''' ({{j|アオケダタラ|Aokedatara}}) is an [[enemy]] in {{p2}} and {{p4}}. Withering Blowhogs are a smaller variation of the [[Puffy Blowhog]], and have orange-red skin with yellow spots that seem to form a flame design and a white underside. They also seem to have | The '''Withering Blowhog''' ({{j|アオケダタラ|Aokedatara}}) is an [[enemy]] in {{p2}} and {{p4}}. Withering Blowhogs are a smaller variation of the [[Puffy Blowhog]], and have orange-red skin with yellow spots that seem to form a flame design and a white underside. They also seem to have four whisker-like appendages under their snouts that are white in color. When [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] are nearby, they unleash gusts of air (or orange gas in ''Pikmin 4'') which will cause the Pikmin's flowers to instantly [[Maturity|wilt]]. In ''Pikmin 2'', a Withering Blowhog's wind can reach Pikmin behind gates or thin walls, which makes destroying a gate guarded by one an incredibly frustrating task. To attack one, several Pikmin must be [[throw]]n onto its body, or at least one [[Purple Pikmin]]. The weight will ground the Blowhog for a few seconds, leaving them near helpless. They have less vitality than Puffy Blowhogs, but several attacks may still be needed depending on how many Pikmin are on hand. In ''Pikmin 4'', they can also wilt [[sprout]]s, and can rapidly escape after shaking off Pikmin by blowing a burst of gas, flying off and reappearing a short distance away. | ||
If their air blast successfully hits and wilts any Pikmin, they will stop and giggle, potentially leaving | |||
If their air blast successfully hits and wilts any Pikmin, they will stop and giggle, potentially leaving them open for a counterattack. | |||
In ''Pikmin 4'', they will try to fly away and not attempt to blow if the Pikmin squad being targeted is under the effects of the [[ultra-spicy spray]], as powered-up Pikmin can't be withered as long as the effect lasts. This can also happen if the player's Pikmin squad have no flower Pikmin. | In ''Pikmin 4'', they will try to fly away and not attempt to blow if the Pikmin squad being targeted is under the effects of the [[ultra-spicy spray]], as powered-up Pikmin can't be withered as long as the effect lasts. This can also happen if the player's Pikmin squad have no flower Pikmin. | ||
Although one might think that the a Withering Blowhog is far out of reach | Although one might think that the a Withering Blowhog is far out of reach from any leaders down below, the [[Rocket Fist]] is actually capable of hitting the creature while in the air with its third [[punch]], but each hit does so little damage that trying to kill it in this manner would be extremely time consuming. | ||
In [[2-Player Battle]], the Withering Blowhog is one of the selections on the roulette. When chosen, these creatures appear near the opponent's [[Onion]], and act the same as they do in the main story mode. | In [[2-Player Battle]], the Withering Blowhog is one of the selections on the roulette. When chosen, these creatures appear near the opponent's [[Onion]], and act the same as they do in the main story mode. | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*In the Japanese version and in an early version of the English translation, the plant withering hormone is said to be an ethylene-like compound.{{cite web|https://tcrf.net/Proto:Pikmin_2/Piklopedia_Entries#018_-_Withering_Blowhog|Proto:Pikmin 2/Piklopedia Entries|The Cutting Room Floor}} | *In the Japanese version and in an early version of the English translation, the plant withering hormone is said to be an ethylene-like compound.{{cite web|https://tcrf.net/Proto:Pikmin_2/Piklopedia_Entries#018_-_Withering_Blowhog|Proto:Pikmin 2/Piklopedia Entries|The Cutting Room Floor}} | ||
*Interestingly, when the game is paused or a [[cutscene]] is active, the light bands of color that flash across the | *Interestingly, when the game is paused or a [[cutscene]] is active, the light bands of color that flash across the Blowhog's skin will still move, even if the Blowhog itself is motionless. | ||
* The Withering Blowhog resembles the [[iwagen]], an unused object in {{p1}} | *The Withering Blowhog resembles the [[iwagen]], an unused object in {{p1}}. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 11:15, September 29, 2024
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| Appears in | Pikmin 2, Pikmin 4 | ||
| Scientific name | Sus decrepitia | ||
| Family | Blowhog | ||
| Areas | Valley of Repose, Perplexing Pool, Wistful Wild | ||
| Caves | Bulblax Kingdom, Shower Room, Submerged Castle, Cavern of Chaos, Hole of Heroes, Dream Den, Engulfed Castle, Ultimate Testing Range | ||
| Challenge Mode stages | Trampled Garden, Hazard Training, Cave of Snarls | ||
| Dandori Challenge stages | Trial of the Sage Leaf | ||
| Dandori Battle stages | None | ||
| 2-Player Battle stages | None | ||
| Attacks |  : Blow wind that withers Pikmin flowers  : Blow gas that withers Pikmin flowers
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The Withering Blowhog (アオケダタラ?) is an enemy in Pikmin 2 and Pikmin 4. Withering Blowhogs are a smaller variation of the Puffy Blowhog, and have orange-red skin with yellow spots that seem to form a flame design and a white underside. They also seem to have four whisker-like appendages under their snouts that are white in color. When Pikmin are nearby, they unleash gusts of air (or orange gas in Pikmin 4) which will cause the Pikmin's flowers to instantly wilt. In Pikmin 2, a Withering Blowhog's wind can reach Pikmin behind gates or thin walls, which makes destroying a gate guarded by one an incredibly frustrating task. To attack one, several Pikmin must be thrown onto its body, or at least one Purple Pikmin. The weight will ground the Blowhog for a few seconds, leaving them near helpless. They have less vitality than Puffy Blowhogs, but several attacks may still be needed depending on how many Pikmin are on hand. In Pikmin 4, they can also wilt sprouts, and can rapidly escape after shaking off Pikmin by blowing a burst of gas, flying off and reappearing a short distance away.
If their air blast successfully hits and wilts any Pikmin, they will stop and giggle, potentially leaving them open for a counterattack.
In Pikmin 4, they will try to fly away and not attempt to blow if the Pikmin squad being targeted is under the effects of the ultra-spicy spray, as powered-up Pikmin can't be withered as long as the effect lasts. This can also happen if the player's Pikmin squad have no flower Pikmin.
Although one might think that the a Withering Blowhog is far out of reach from any leaders down below, the Rocket Fist is actually capable of hitting the creature while in the air with its third punch, but each hit does so little damage that trying to kill it in this manner would be extremely time consuming.
In 2-Player Battle, the Withering Blowhog is one of the selections on the roulette. When chosen, these creatures appear near the opponent's Onion, and act the same as they do in the main story mode.
Stats
| Game | Weight | Max. carriers |
Seeds | Value | Health | Regen. |
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N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1800 | 5.4 HP/s |
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1 | 2 | 4[note 1] |  × 5
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1800 | No |
- ^ This enemy cannot be delivered to Onions in-game. This information is obtained from the Piklopedia.
Notes
Olimar's notes
Louie's notes
“Hang this creature on a rack and sun-dry on a hot afternoon. When suitably crisp, grind the sun-dried beast into powder. Makes a great
substitute for cayenne or curry powder!”Dalmo's notes
Olimar's notes (Pikmin 4)
“The Withering Blowhog is a close relative of the Puffy Blowhog, but its breath is significantly weaker.
However, its breath does contain a petal-withering plant hormone that causes flowers to instantly lose their petals.
Although its breath has not been studied in detail, analysis of the chemical compounds involved hold great promise for the biotechnology sector.”Louie's notes (Pikmin 4)
Pikmin 2 Nintendo Player's Guide
Locations
Pikmin 2
Areas
Caves
- Sublevel 3 of the Bulblax Kingdom
- Sublevel 5 of the Shower Room
- Sublevel 3 of the Submerged Castle
- Sublevel 7 of the Cavern of Chaos
- Sublevel 3 of the Hole of Heroes
- Sublevel 5 of the Dream Den
Challenge Mode
- Sublevel 1 of the Trampled Garden
- Sublevel 2 of Hazard Training
- Sublevel 1 and 2 of the Cave of Snarls
2-Player Battle
Withering Blowhogs don't spawn with the map but can be summoned if a player has a Withering Blowhog item.
Pikmin 4
Caves
- Sublevel 3 of the Engulfed Castle
- Sublevel 2 of the Ultimate Testing Range
Dandori
- 3rd Story of the Trial of the Sage Leaf
Strategy
Pikmin
Throw Pikmin (preferably Yellow Pikmin) at it, taking care to avoid its attack, as the loss of flower Pikmin can be frustrating. If there are aggressive enemies near it, be sure to defeat them first, or casualties might occur.
Leaders
This creature can only be damaged by the third punch of the Rocket Fist, however, the process will take a long time.
Technical information
| Pikmin 2 technical information (?) | |||
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| Internal name | hanachirashi
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| Global properties (List) | |||
| ID | Japanese comment | Property | Value |
| s000 | friction(not used) | Friction | 0.5 |
| s001 | wallReflection | Unknown (wall bounce speed multiplier?) | 0.5 |
| s002 | faceDirAdjust | Unknown | 0.25 |
| s003 | accel | Acceleration | 0.5 |
| s004 | bounceFactor | Unknown (bounce when it hits the ground?) | 0.3 |
| fp00 | ライフ | HP | 1800 |
| fp01 | マップとの当り | Unknown (related to slopes) | 70 |
| fp02 | ダメージスケールXZ | Horizontal damage scale | 0.2 |
| fp03 | ダメージスケールY | Vertical damage scale | 0.25 |
| fp04 | ダメージフレーム | Damage scale duration | 0.35 |
| fp05 | 質量 | Unknown (weight?) | 0.0001 |
| fp06 | 速度 | Move speed | 100 |
| fp08 | 回転速度率 | Rotation acceleration | 0.05 |
| fp09 | テリトリー | Territory radius | 250 |
| fp10 | ホーム範囲 | "Home" radius | 100 |
| fp11 | プライベート距離 | "Private" radius | 100 |
| fp12 | 視界距離 | Sight radius | 275 |
| fp13 | 視界角度 | FOV | 90 |
| fp14 | 探索距離 | Unknown (exploration radius?) | 200 |
| fp15 | 探索角度 | Unknown (exploration angle?) | 120 |
| fp16 | 振り払い率 | Successful shake rate | 1 |
| fp17 | 振り払い力 | Shake knockback | 150 |
| fp18 | 振り払いダメージ | Shake damage | 1 |
| fp19 | 振り払い範囲 | Shake range | 40 |
| fp20 | 攻撃可能範囲 | Unknown (shock attack max range?) | 200 |
| fp21 | 攻撃可能角度 | Unknown (shock attack max angle?) | 20 |
| fp22 | 攻撃ヒット範囲 | Unknown (attack hit range?) | 300 |
| fp23 | 攻撃ヒット角度 | Unknown (attack hit angle?) | 20 |
| fp24 | 攻撃力 | Attack damage | 0 |
| fp25 | 視界高 | Unknown (height visibility?) | 50 |
| fp26 | 探索高 | Unknown (exploration height?) | 50 |
| fp27 | ライフの高さ | HP wheel height | 50 |
| fp28 | 回転最大速度 | Rotation speed | 10 |
| fp29 | 警戒時間 | Unknown (warning time?) | 15 |
| fp30 | 警戒ライフ | Unknown | 30 |
| fp31 | ライフ回復率 | Regeneration rate | 0.0001 |
| fp32 | LOD半径 | Off-camera radius | 80 |
| fp33 | マップとのあたりポリゴンの選定 | Collision processing radius | 80 |
| fp34 | ピクミンとのあたり | Pikmin damage radius | 30 |
| fp35 | 石化時間 | Petrification duration | 1 |
| fp36 | ヒップドロップダメージ | Purple Pikmin drop damage | 50 |
| fp37 | 地震気絶確立 | Purple Pikmin stun chance | 0.3 (30%) |
| fp38 | 地震気絶時間 | Purple Pikmin stun time | 5 |
| ip01 | 振り払い打撃Ａ | Shake mode 1 – hit count | 3 |
| ip02 | 振り払い張付１ | Shake mode 1 – Pikmin requirement | 3 |
| ip03 | 振り払い打撃Ｂ | Shake mode 2 – hit count | 8 |
| ip04 | 振り払い張付２ | Shake mode 2 – Pikmin requirement | 5 |
| ip05 | 振り払い打撃Ｃ | Shake mode 3 – hit count | 15 |
| ip06 | 振り払い張付３ | Shake mode 3 – Pikmin requirement | 10 |
| ip07 | 振り払い打撃Ｄ | Shake mode 4 – hit count | 30 |
| Specific properties | |||
| ID | Japanese comment | Property | Value |
| fp01 | 基準飛行高さ | Regular flying height | 70 |
| fp02 | 上昇係数 | Unknown (rise coefficient?) | 1 |
| fp03 | 空中ウェイト時間 | Duration it idles while patrolling | 3 |
| fp10 | 地上ウェイト時間 | Unknown (ground wait time?) | 1 |
| fp04 | 振払落下時間 | Determines the time until it shakes in the air once a Pikmin is latched | 1 |
| ip01 | 落下最低ピキ数 | Pikmin weight to take it down | 4 |
| fp05 | 上下の揺れ速度 | Unknown (vertical swing speed?) | 2.5 |
| fp06 | 上下の揺れ幅 | Unknown (horizontal swing speed?) | 5 |
Other information
- Size: Body length: 74mm, as per the e-card
- Pikmin 2 Piklopedia number: #18
- Pikmin 4 Piklopedia number: #85
Naming
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The following article or section needs help from someone who can translate Japanese text. |
- See more: Blowhog family#Naming.
- Common name: Withering Blowhog. This blowhog's main ability is to wither away Pikmin's flowers and buds, hence the name.
- Japanese nickname: アオケダタラ?. The name includes the word たたら? (lit.: "tatara"), which refers to a type of furnace known for its large bellows. This refers both to the creature's strong breath and flame pattern. The meaning of アオケ? is unknown, but it may be derived from 扇ぐ? (lit.: "to fan").
- Japanese name: ミカゼアオケダタラ?, lit.: "Three Winds Aokedatara".
- Scientific name: Sus decrepitia. It uses the main genus name on the blowhog family, and decrepitia is very similar to the Latin word decrepita, meaning "feeble". This is because of its ability to weaken Pikmin.
- Internal names: Internally, it is known as
hanachirashi, wherehanais はな? (lit.: "flower"), andchirashimeans ちらし?, with one of the possible translations being "scattering". This name could have been decided due to the fact that when a Pikmin's flower is blown off, its petals scatter everywhere. - Prerelease: None.
Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
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 Japanese |
アオケダタラ? Aokedatara |
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 Chinese(traditional) |
挑釁風箱 Tiāoxìn Fēngxiāng |
Provoking Bellows | |
 Chinese(simplified) |
挑衅风箱 Tiāoxìn Fēngxiāng |
Provoking Bellows | |
 Dutch |
Zwelzwijn | Swellswine | |
 French |
Puffy Dépérissant Puffy dépérissant (Pikmin 4) |
Withering Puffy Withering puffy (Pikmin 4) |
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 German |
Rüsseldekomposis | From "Rüssel" (trunk),"Dekomposition" (decomposition), and "-osis" | |
 Italian |
Moschita diserbante | Herbicidal fly | "Moschita" probably comes from "mosca" (fly) and "-ita" |
 Korean |
시들풀무 Sideul-Pulmu |
Wilt Bellows | |
 Portuguese |
Malmequer | Loves-me-not | The name is a play on the game "Bem me quer... mal me quer" (He loves me... he loves me not), referencing how the Withering Blowhog deflowers Pikmin while also meaning "daisy" |
 Spanish |
Verraco marchitante | Withering pig |
Gallery
Pikmin 2
Artwork of the Withering Blowhog from Pikmin 2.
Alternate scan of the Withering Blowhog's artwork.
A Withering Blowhog in Pikmin 2's Piklopedia.
The Piklopedia icon of the Withering Blowhog in the Nintendo Switch version of Pikmin 2.
A Withering Blowhog blowing reddish air on Pikmin, knocking them back and withering them in the process.
A Withering Blowhog deflating as it dies.
Pikmin 4
A Withering Blowhog in Pikmin 4.
a Withering Blowhog guarding a base in the Engulfed Castle.
A Withering Blowhog retreating from the player with a Ultra-spicy spray active.
A corpse of the Withering Blowhog, new to Pikmin 4.
A Withering Blowhog being brought to the ground by Winged Pikmin.
A Withering Blowhog withering an Ice Pikmin sprout.
A defeated Withering Blowhog from a different angle in the Piklopedia.
Other
The Withering Blowhog's e-card, #19 (18th blue card).
Trivia
- In the Japanese version and in an early version of the English translation, the plant withering hormone is said to be an ethylene-like compound.[1]
- Interestingly, when the game is paused or a cutscene is active, the light bands of color that flash across the Blowhog's skin will still move, even if the Blowhog itself is motionless.
- The Withering Blowhog resembles the iwagen, an unused object in Pikmin.
References
- ^ Proto:Pikmin 2/Piklopedia Entries on The Cutting Room Floor
- Pikmin 2
- Pikmin 4
- Blowhog family
- Pikmin 2 enemies
- Pikmin 4 enemies
- Harmless enemies
- Airborne enemies
- Pikmin-altering enemies
- Valley of Repose
- Perplexing Pool
- Wistful Wild
- Bulblax Kingdom
- Shower Room
- Submerged Castle
- Cavern of Chaos
- Hole of Heroes
- Dream Den
- Engulfed Castle
- Ultimate Testing Range
- Pikmin 2 Challenge Mode
- Trial of the Sage Leaf