Talk/Small talk

The following is a list of transcripts of small talk conversation topics for the talk feature in Pikmin 3.

List

Small talk 1

• US text:
  • “What's wrong, Alph? You're awfully quiet.”
  • “Oh, I'm just thinking about my family back on Koppai.”
  • “You have an older sister back home, right?”
  • “Yeah, and 12 older brothers. I miss our family dinners...”
  • “...Your family dinners must have been chaotic.”
  • “If we come back empty handed, there aren't going to be any more family dinners on Koppai!”
  • “That's such an odd motivational tactic, Captain. But yes, I guess you're right. Let's go!”
• Europe text:
  • “What's wrong, Alph? You're awfully quiet.”
  • “Oh, I'm just thinking about my family back on Koppai.”
  • “You've got an older sister and a little brother, right?”
  • “Yes, well remembered! Although you're forgetting my 12 older brothers... I'm the 14th of 15 kids!”
  • “Wow! That is a BIG family!”
  • “Dinner time at our house was always so much fun...”
  • “And quite chaotic, I would imagine...”
  • “It's important for us to remember we're here to save all of Koppai, including our families!”
  • “So for our planet, and for our families, let's take home all the food we can!”
  • “Let's do it!”

Small talk 2

• US text:
  • “Has anyone else been hearing that strange noise? I haven't been able to sleep a wink.”
  • “Yes. I ran diagnostics on all of the S.S. Drake's instruments, but nothing seems out of the ordinary.”
  • “I haven't heard anything...”
  • “Do you think, maybe...that this noise could be somebody's growling stomach? Maybe yours, Captain?”
  • “I won't deny I'm hungry, but this noise sounds more like a—”
  • “GROOOOOOWL!”
  • “...Very hungry wild beast.”
  • “Is everyone OK?”
• Europe text:
  • “Has anyone else been hearing that strange noise? I haven't been able to sleep a wink.”
  • “Yes. I ran diagnostics on all of the SS Drake's instruments, but nothing seems out of the ordinary.”
  • “I haven't heard anything...”
  • “Do you think, maybe... that the noise could be a rumbling tummy?”
  • “Maybe yours, Captain?”
  • “I won't deny I'm hungry, but this sounds more like a wild beast!”
  • “GROOOOOOWL!”
  • “A very HUNGRY wild beast!”
  • “Yes, we'd best keep our wits about us...”

Small talk 3

• US text:
  • “Captain...? I don't mean to pry, but you keep shouting out the name Elizabeth in your sleep...”
  • “THAT'S MY BUSINESS! I'm sorry, Alph, I didn't mean to yell. Elizabeth is my soul mate. Leave it at that.”
  • “You have a goose for a soul mate?”
  • “GEESE ARE FILTHY CREATURES! ...Elizabeth is a duck.”
  • “OK, Captain. I'm sorry I mistook your clean ducky for a filthy goose.”
  • “Thank you. Apology accepted.”
  • “Well, now that we've got all that cleared up, maybe we should get back to saving our planet.”
• Europe text:
  • “Captain...? I don't mean to pry, but, you keep shouting out the name 'Elizabeth' in your sleep...”
  • “Might I ask who Elizabeth is?”
  • “Well, Alph, that's a good question. Elizabeth is very special to me.”
  • “We share a deep, spiritual connection that most people would never be able to understand.”
  • “You could say that Elizabeth is my soulmate.”
  • “Isn't Elizabeth that goose that you keep as a pet back on Koppai?”
  • “Don't be ridiculous! Elizabeth is a duck. Ducks and geese are quite, quite different from one another.”
  • “Really? I've always thought they were pretty similar...”
  • “Ah... Brittany. You may be an excellent scientist, but you still have so much to learn!”
  • “Well, we could all learn a lot from you, Captain! Your understanding of ducks is clearly second-to-none!”

Small talk 4

• US text:
  • “The flora and fauna on this planet certainly are large.”
  • “The oxygen concentration in the atmosphere here is triple that of Koppai.”
  • “Some studies have linked high oxygen concentration with gigantism in living creatures.”
  • “So wait, if the oxygen causes these creatures to grow so large...”
  • “Does that mean we're going to become giants as well?!”
  • “Our space suits regulate our oxygen levels, so we shouldn't experience any change.”
  • “That's unfortunate. I've always wanted to be huge on another planet.”
• Europe text:
  • “The plants and animals on this planet certainly are large.”
  • “The oxygen concentration in the atmosphere here is three times that of Koppai.”
  • “Some studies have linked high oxygen concentration with gigantism in living creatures.”
  • “That's amazing, Brittany! We're so lucky to have one of Koppai's top scientists on our team!”
  • “Just a second! Does that mean if we stay here, we'll grow into giants as well?!”
  • “No, our spacesuits regulate our oxygen concentration, so I would guess we'll be fine.”
  • “I don't know what would happen if we took them off though...”

Small talk 4 (Alph and Brittany)

• US text:
  • “The flora and fauna on this planet certainly are large.”
  • “The oxygen concentration in the atmosphere here is triple that of Koppai.”
  • “Some studies have linked high oxygen concentration with gigantism in living creatures.”
  • “Wow! Good thing we have one of Koppai's top scientists on our team!”
  • “But... Does that mean if we remain deployed here, we'll become giants as well?!”
  • “No, our space suits will regulate our oxygen concentration for us, so we're probably fine.”
  • “I'm not sure what would happen if we took them off though...”
• Europe text:
  • “The plants and animals on this planet are huge!”
  • “The oxygen concentration in the atmosphere here is triple that of Koppai.”
  • “Some studies have linked high oxygen concentration with gigantism in living creatures.”
  • “That's amazing, Brittany! Good thing we have one of Koppai's top scientists on our team!”
  • “But...does that mean if we stay here too long, we'll turn into giants too?!”
  • “No, our spacesuits will regulate the oxygen concentration for us, so we're probably fine.”
  • “I'm not sure what would happen if we took them off though...”

Small talk 5

• US text:
  • “The Onion appears to grow each time it merges with another Onion.”
  • “Perhaps it's to incorporate a larger number of Pikmin.”
  • “They're effective at maximizing their space. They must be very tidy creatures. And good at dusting.”
  • “Maybe we'll find some mop Pikmin to help us clean the ship!”
• Europe text:
  • “So I noticed this recently, but the Onion gets a little bigger whenever a new Onion fuses with it.”
  • “Even so, it's amazing how such a large army of Pikmin can fit in there.”
  • “They must be great at maximising their space. Maybe they're good at cleaning too? And dusting?”
  • “Um, I don't think we can get them to clean up the ship, if that's what you're thinking, Brittany.”

Small talk 6

• US text:
  • “It looks like the SPERO probe was correct! This planet is teeming with edible matter!”
  • “And everything is packed with so much more nutritional value than what we have back on Koppai!”
  • “Everyone back on Koppai is in for a real treat! Lots of them, actually!”
  • “I can't wait to be hailed as a hero bearing nutrient-packed seeds of healthy, race-saving deliciousness!”
• Europe text:
  • “Just like the SPERO probe reported, this planet is bursting with edible matter!”
  • “And it all has so much more nutritional value than anything back on Koppai.”
  • “Everyone back on Koppai is in for a real treat!”
  • “Let's take back as much fruit as possible!”

Small talk 7

• US text:
  • “Um... I couldn't help but notice that you've been consuming quite a bit of juice, Brittany.”
  • “What?! I'm eating quite a bit? I'm only consuming my rations! Double-check your count, Alph!”
  • “Oh, I'm sorry, Brittany. I must've made a mistake. My apologies.”
  • “Apology accepted. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go...take stock of our juice supply again.”
• Europe text:
  • “Um... I couldn't help but notice that you've been consuming quite a lot of juice, Brittany.”
  • “What?! Nooo! Don't worry Alph! I'm dividing the portions up equally and only taking my fair share!”
  • “R-really? That's OK then. I know we can count on you, Brittany.”
  • “(Yikes! Looks like I'll have to be extra careful from now on...)”

Small talk 8

• US text:
  • “So, Alph, your grandfather was the one who designed our spaceship, right?”
  • “Yes, the ship is actually named after him, too. His name is Drake.”
  • “Really? So engineering skills run in your family, eh, Alph?”
  • “Yep. I learned an awful lot watching my grandfather work while I was growing up.”
  • “Well, I'm sure you've made him quite proud, son.”
  • “Now let's make him prouder by returning home with some food! Is that a word? "Prouder"?”
  • “It is and I will!”
• Europe text:
  • “So Alph, your grandfather was the one who designed our spaceship, right?”
  • “Yes, the ship is actually named after him, too. His name is Drake.”
  • “Really? So that must be why you're so mechanically inclined, Alph.”
  • “Yep. I grew up watching my grandfather work, you see.”
  • “Well, I'm sure you've made him quite proud.”
  • “Now make him even prouder by returning home with some food!”
  • “Absolutely!”

Small talk 9

• US text:
  • “Why do you think the Pikmin carry those yummy fruits back to the ship for us rather than eating them?”
  • “Pikmin seem to gain nourishment from pellets and native life-forms. They don't seem interested in fruit. But it's all so tasty... Maybe the Pikmin don't have a sense of taste.”
  • “Well, that's perfect for us, don't you think? If they started eating our fruit, we'd be in quite an awful predicament!”
  • “We're lucky that they're such hard workers...and that they don't seem to like fruit.”
• Europe text:
  • “Why do you think the Pikmin carry this delicious fruit back to the ship for us? Why don't they eat it?”
  • “Pikmin seem to gain nourishment from pellets and creatures. They don't seem interested in fruit at all.”
  • “But fruit is so tasty... Maybe the Pikmin don't have a sense of taste.”
  • “Well that's perfect for us, don't you think? If they started carrying dead creatures back to the Drake, things would get horribly cluttered!”
  • “We're lucky that they're such hard workers.”

Small talk 10

• US text:
  • “Those Pikmin are so brave and loyal.”
  • “When I think about them fighting and risking their lives for us, it just tugs at my heartstrings.”
  • “Yes. Loyalty. Dedication. I've always said that these are the most important things in life!”
  • “I thought you said that food was the most important thing in life, Captain?”
  • “Well, yes, of course, food, too.”
  • “And what about family? Or friends? Those are pretty important too, don't you think?”
  • “Let's just pretend I didn't say anything, Alph.”
• Europe text:
  • “Those Pikmin are so brave and loyal.”
  • “When I think about them fighting and risking their lives for us, it just tugs at my heartstrings.”
  • “Yes. Loyalty. Dedication. I've always said that these are the most important things in life!”
  • “What about food, Captain?!”
  • “Well, yes, of course, food, too.”
  • “And what about family? And friends? Those are pretty important too, don't you think?”
  • “Let's just pretend I didn't say anything, Alph.”

Small talk 11

• US text:
  • “Pikmin always seem to do things in groups. They appear to have a strong sense of camaraderie.”
  • “Hmm... I'm not sure about that.”
  • “They do things together because they're following orders, right?”
  • “It's not camaraderie. That's loyalty!”
  • “I always say, the most important thing in the world is loyalty!”
  • “With all due respect, Captain, last night you said the most important thing in the world was dinner.”
  • “Yes, well...the juice was very good.”
• Europe text:
  • “Pikmin always seem to do things in groups. I wonder if they have a strong sense of camaraderie.”
  • “Hmm... I don't know about that.”
  • “I mean, they do things together because they're following orders, right?”
  • “It doesn't appear to be the same kind of camaraderie we Koppaites have.”
  • “I'd risk my life to protect either of you if you were in danger!”
  • “Especially you, Britt—”
  • “Thank you, Captain! That's awfully gallant of you!”
  • “Ahem, yes... Just leave it to me!”

Small talk 12

• US text:
  • “When we go back to Koppai, what do you suppose will happen to all the Pikmin?”
  • “I wonder that myself. It seems that we have played a part in the propagation of their species.”
  • “Slow down there, egghead! Maybe we've just been helping them reproduce!”
  • “Right... Or that.”
  • “So...if that's the case, then what will happen when we leave?”
  • “Perhaps one of us should stay behind...Captain.”
  • “That would be interesting. Maybe I'll keep an eye out for some beachfront property...”
• Europe text:
  • “When we go back to Koppai, what do you suppose will happen to all the Pikmin?”
  • “I wonder that myself. After all, it's only through our leadership that they've been able to propagate.”
  • “Therefore, when we leave...”
  • “Brittany... I know what you're thinking...”
  • “Though it pains me to say this, the fate of the leaderless is a bleak fate indeed.”
  • “Perhaps you should stay here with the Pikmin then, Captain?”
  • “Err... What?”

Small talk 13

• US text:
  • “What's the story behind your hair, Alph? It's pretty crazy.”
  • “Huh? Oh, this hairstyle is called a Chuck cut.”
  • “Of course it is.”
  • “My barber offers a special on the Captain Charlie haircut.”
  • “Anyway, this version is a take on the classic. Not too wild, not too crazy, and very "of the moment."”
  • “You do know it's a mohawk, right?”
• Europe text:
  • “What's the story behind your hair, Alph? It's pretty crazy.”
  • “Huh? Oh, this hairstyle is called a Floppy Charlie.”
  • “(But, of course!)”
  • “Since the Captain is so famous on Koppai, lots of barbers offer a variety of Charlie cuts.”
  • “Anyway, this version is a play on the classic Charlie. It's not too wild and it's very up to date!”
  • “Hmm... It's basically just a mohawk, isn't it?”

Small talk 14

• US text:
  • “Hey, Alph? What's going on with the Drake's emergency-ejection system? I think it's too sensitive.”
  • “Agreed. That seems to be part of the design, unfortunately.”
  • “You shouldn't have been ejected into the tundra the other day.”
  • “Don't you think it's a bit dangerous for the autoeject to kick in because of a little turbulence!”
  • “I do! We should have someone look at that!”
  • “You want me to look at it, don't you?”
  • “If it wouldn't be too much trouble!”
• Europe text:
  • “Hey, Alph? What's going on with the Drake's emergency ejection system? I think it's too sensitive.”
  • “Agreed. That seems to be part of the design, unfortunately.”
  • “The other day, your chair shouldn't have ejected you out into the tundra like that.”
  • “Don't you think it's a bit dangerous for the auto-eject to kick in because of a little turbulence!”
  • “I do! We should have someone look at that! Oh... You want me to look at it, don't you?”
  • “If it wouldn't be too much trouble!”

Small talk 15

• US text:
  • “Sometimes I wish I could program my brain to be more effective when it comes to multitasking...”
  • “Maybe I could work on that for you, Brittany! I am an engineer, after all.”
  • “You keep your hands off her brain! We need Brittany in top form if we are to complete our mission!”
  • “Brittany, multitasking is easy! All you have to do is issue precise commands in a loud voice.”
  • “If you're unsure about something, don't let that stop you! Keep talking. Eventually, you'll be right!”
  • “Wow! What great advice, Captain!”
  • “This does not bode well for the future of our mission...”
• Europe text:
  • “Sometimes I wish I could programme my brain to be better at multi-tasking.”
  • “Maybe I could work on that for you, Brittany! I am an engineer, after all.”
  • “You keep your hands off her brain! We need Brittany in top form if we are to complete our mission!”
  • “Look, Brittany, multi-tasking is easy! All you have to do is issue precise commands in a loud voice.”
  • “And if you feel unsure of yourself, don't let that stop you! Keep talking. Eventually, you'll be right!”
  • “Wow! What great advice, Captain!”
  • “(This doesn't bode well for the future.)”

Small talk 16

• US text:
  • “You know, there's something I've been wondering about all this time.”
  • “That rubber ducky floating around? Is that yours, Brittany?”
  • “Are you joking?”
  • “That's mine, thank you very much! My rubber ducky goes everywhere with me.”
  • “I can't sleep a wink without this little guy!”
  • “So, it's a security ducky, Captain?”
  • “I guess under that tough exterior, the captain's just a big softie!”
• Europe text:
  • “You know, there's something I've been wondering about this entire trip.”
  • “That rubber duck toy floating around... Is it yours, Brittany?”
  • “You must be joking! What would I want with a piece of junk like that?”
  • “That's mine, thank you very much!”
  • “His name's Rubber Ducky, and he accompanies me on all of my adventures.”
  • “Don't know why, but I never can get a good night's sleep unless I know he's by my side.”
  • “So it's a bit like a teddy bear, eh, Captain?”
  • “Yes, Alph. I think we get the idea.”

Small talk 17

• US text:
  • “Alph. Why did you want to be a part of this mission?”
  • “Because I wanted to meet the legendary ranger, Captain Charlie.”
  • “Really? Is that the only reason? Not because you wanted to help save Koppai?”
  • “No, that too! But, you know, there are just so many legends out there about the captain's heroism!”
  • “I mean, there's the legend of Operation: Rubber Ducky Stucky.”
  • “And Operation: Rubber Ducky up a Tree.”
  • “Not to mention Operation: Beached Rubber Ducky.”
  • “Well... I can see that you definitely did your research, Alph.”
• Europe text:
  • “Alph. Why did you want to be a part of this mission?”
  • “Because I wanted to meet the legendary ranger, Captain Charlie.”
  • “Really? Is that the only reason? Not because you wanted to help save Koppai?”
  • “No, that too! But, you know, there are just so many legends out there about the Captain's heroism!”
  • “I mean, there's the legend of Operation: Rubber Ducky Stuckie.”
  • “And Operation: Rubber Ducky Up A Tree.”
  • “Not to mention Operation: Beached Rubber Ducky.”
  • “Well... I can see that you definitely did your research, Alph.”

Small talk 17 (all leaders)

• US text:
  • “Alph. Why did you want to be a part of this mission?”
  • “Because I wanted to meet the legendary ranger, Captain Charlie.”
  • “Really? Is that the only reason? Not because you wanted to help save Koppai?”
  • “No, that too! But, you know, there are just so many legends out there about the captain's heroism!”
  • “I mean, there's the legend of Operation: Rubber Ducky Stucky.”
  • “And Operation: Rubber Ducky up a Tree.”
  • “Not to mention Operation: Beached Rubber Ducky.”
  • “Well... I can see that you definitely did your research, Alph.”
  • “Ohhh...I still get shivers thinking about that last mission...”
• Europe text:
  • “Alph. Why did you want to be part of this mission?”
  • “Because I wanted to meet the legendary ranger, Captain Charlie.”
  • “Really? Is that the only reason? Not because you wanted to help save Koppai?”
  • “No, that too! But, you know, there are just so many legends out there about the Captain's heroism!”
  • “I mean, there's the legend of Operation: Rubber Ducky Stuckie.”
  • “And Operation: Rubber Ducky Up A Tree.”
  • “Not to mention Operation: Beached Rubber Ducky.”
  • “Well... I can see that you definitely did your research, Alph.”
  • “Ohhh...I still get shivers thinking about that last mission...”

Small talk 18

• US text:
  • “The Hocotatians' space suits are similar to ours, aren't they?”
  • “Yes, well, I'm sure that our space programs probably shop at the same store.”
  • “Just remember, it's not the space of the suit but the space between your ears that matters.”
  • “I don't think you said that right.”
• Europe text:
  • “Now I think about it, the Hocotatians' spacesuits are similar to ours, aren't they?”
  • “I remember seeing the same suit in the Star Bazaar catalogue!”
  • “I bought my spacesuit from Star Bazaar too!”
  • “Their spacesuits seem to be popular everywhere.”
  • “That's right.”
  • “(I hate it when I end up wearing the same thing as everyone else...)”

Small talk 19

• US text:
  • “I'm surprised that there are Hocotatians on this planet.”
  • “Are they here seeking treasure?”
  • “Possibly. I hear that planet has a lot of people who make their living off of treasure hunting.”
  • “So we came here looking for a way to save our home planet...and they're here looking for treasure?”
  • “Yeah, must be nice, huh?”
• Europe text:
  • “I'm surprised that there are Hocotatians on this planet.”
  • “Are they here seeking treasure?”
  • “Possibly. I hear that Hocotate has a lot of people who make their living from treasure hunting.”
  • “So we came here looking for a way to save our home planet...and they're here looking for treasure?”
  • “Yeah, all right for some, eh?”

Small talk 20

• US text:
  • “When the sun sets, we take to the relative safety of the air...”
  • “I wonder what it's like on the surface at night...”
  • “I would think the nocturnal animals might make it rather dangerous.”
  • “We definitely wouldn't be able to sleep easily, that's for certain.”
  • “That's true. But I'm not really sleeping very well as it is, anyway. My stomach gurgles, you know...”
• Europe text:
  • “When the sun sets, we take to the relative safety of the air...”
  • “I wonder what it's like on the surface at night?”
  • “I would think the nocturnal creatures might make it rather dangerous.”
  • “We definitely wouldn't be able to sleep easily, that's for certain.”
  • “Yes, you're probably right. I don't fancy ending up as a midnight snack for some ferocious beast!”

Small talk 21

• US text:
  • “I still can't shake this awful feeling that there was something more to our crash than we know...”
  • “It felt almost as if some power from the planet's surface was manipulating our ship...”
• Europe text:
  • “I still can't shake this nagging feeling that there was something more to our crash than we know.”
  • “It felt almost as if some power from the planet's surface were manipulating our ship...”

Small talk 22

• US text:
  • “Even if we bring these seeds back to Koppai, what's to stop another food crisis from happening?”
  • “If we continue consuming without any foresight, we're gonna have to do this whole thing over again!”
  • “But what if we can't find another PNF-404? We need to create a responsible process of consumption.”
  • “And I think working with the Pikmin has taught us how to do that.”
  • “Hee hee... Maybe you should run for office when we get back to Koppai, Alph!”
• Europe text:
  • “Even if we take these seeds back to Koppai, what's to stop another food crisis from happening?”
  • “Exactly. If we continue just to mindlessly consume food without any planning or foresight, this whole cycle will simply repeat...”
  • “And if we can't find another PNF-404, we'll really be in trouble!”
  • “What we need is to set up a sustainable cycle of production and consumption on Koppai.”
  • “And I think working with the Pikmin has taught us how to do that.”
  • “Hee hee... Maybe you should stand for election when we get back to Koppai, Alph!”

Small talk 23

• US text:
  • “Hocotate... Hocotate...? Is that the place with the Pikpik carrots?”
  • “It sure is! These Pikmin actually look a lot like those Pikpik carrots!”
  • “Of course! That's why the Hocotatian calls them Pikmin! I can't believe I just realized that!”
  • “I'm not a big fan of vegetables.”
  • “And I certainly don't think I could ever eat a Pikpik carrot now with this bit of information.”
• Europe text:
  • “Hocotate... Hocotate...? That's the place with the Pikpik Carrots, right?”
  • “It certainly is! You know, the Pikmin actually look a lot like those Pikpik Carrots.”
  • “In fact...that must be why the Hocotatian called them Pikmin! I can't believe I didn't realise!”
  • “Oh, I get it now. I'm not a big fan of vegetables, though...”
  • “And anyway, I certainly don't think I could ever eat a Pikpik Carrot now!”

Small talk 24

• US text:
  • “...”
  • “What is it, Captain? Are you OK?”
  • “Oh yes, I... I was just thinking how lucky I am to have met you two.”
  • “I've never enjoyed giving orders... as much as I have...since we—”
  • “I know how you feel, Captain! I feel the same way! Well, I mean, about following your orders.”
  • “It's an absolute honor to work with one of Koppai's greatest legends!”
  • “Yes...I suppose it would be. I guess I should say you're welcome, Alph. And...thank you. Truly.”
• Europe text:
  • “...”
  • “What is it, Captain? Are you OK?”
  • “Oh yes, I... I was just thinking how lucky I am to have met you two.”
  • “Especially you, Brit—”
  • “I know how you feel, Captain! I feel the same way!”
  • “It's a real honour to work with one of Koppai's greatest legends!”
  • “Well, thank you, Alph.”

Small talk 25

• US text:
  • “We need to get down to the root cause of Koppai's food crisis.”
  • “You mean besides overpopulation?”
  • “Well yeah, maybe that's part of it...”
  • “And besides the fact that we're awful at planning for the future?”
  • “That's a possibility...”
  • “Plus, we have no self-control.”
  • “OK, Brittany, but what do you think is at the core of the problem?”
  • “The fact that we're terrible at accepting difficult truths?”
  • “No, I don't think it's that...”
• Europe text:
  • “We need to get down to the root cause of Koppai's food crisis.”
  • “You mean besides overpopulation?”
  • “Well yeah, maybe that's part of it...”
  • “And besides the fact that we never consider planning for the future?”
  • “That's a possibility...”
  • “Plus, we only ever eat what we like and have no self-control.”
  • “OK, Brittany, but what do you think is the real core of the problem?”
  • “The fact that we're terrible at accepting difficult truths?”
  • “Yeah, I don't think it's that...”

Small talk 26

• US text:
  • “If we're to further our explorations in an efficient manner, division of labor will be key!”
  • “How about we assign different leaders for each objective?”
  • “Right, well then...Alph will lead the ground exploration!”
  • “On it! I'll go on a solo mission to search for food.”
  • “Yes, I was just about to give that order! ...Being the captain and all.”
• Europe text:
  • “Right, crew! In order to explore this planet more efficiently we need to divide up the labour!”
  • “Do you mean that we should assign different objectives to each crew member, Captain?”
  • “Yes! That's exactly it. Well then... Alph, you take charge of ground exploration!”
  • “Aye aye, sir!”
  • “Now, Brittany, you and I will—”
  • “Actually, I'll go on a solo mission to search for food.”
  • “Well, yes, we should all use our own initiative of course!”

Small talk 27

• US text:
  • “If what this Louie says is true...”
  • “he actually cooks and eats some of these creatures.”
  • “Food!”
  • “Vegetables, fruit, meat... He'll eat anything. Incredibly adaptable...”
  • “Incredibly weird, if you ask me. Hocotatians are vegetarians!”
  • “At least they're supposed to be...”
  • “The need to survive probably overtakes any dietary preferences.”
  • “That's true. We Koppaites could learn from his ability to adapt!”
  • “Well, he could learn from our ability to form complete sentences.”
• Europe text:
  • “If what this Louie says is true, he actually cooks and eats some of these creatures.”
  • “Food!”
  • “Vegetables, fruit, meat... He'll eat anything. Incredibly adaptable...”
  • “Incredibly weird if you ask me. Hocotatians are vegetarians! At least they're supposed to be...”
  • “The need to survive probably overtakes any dietary preferences.”
  • “That's true. We Koppaites could learn from his ability to adapt!”
  • “Well, he could learn from our ability to form proper sentences.”

Small talk 28

• US text:
  • “Those Hocotatians! I can't believe I thought they only ate vegetables!”
  • “Judging by Louie here, I'd say they pretty much eat anything they can get their hands on.”
  • “Food!”
  • “Oh, put a lid on it! Thanks to him, we'll have to ration our supplies even further!”
  • “I think we're going to hear a lot of loud tummies soon...”
• Europe text:
  • “Those Hocotatians! I can't believe I thought they only ate vegetables!”
  • “Judging by Louie here, I'd say they eat pretty much anything they can get their hands on.”
  • “Food!”
  • “Oh, put a lid on it! Thanks to him, we'll have to ration our supplies even further!”
  • “(No doubt about it. I'll have to cut the Captain's share down...even further!)”

Small talk 29

• US text:
  • “So, why do you suppose Louie stole the captain's rubber ducky anyway?”
  • “Beats me. Maybe he thought he could eat it?”
  • “Or maybe it's just his treasure-grubbing Hocotatian blood!”
  • “Well, at least these Hocotatians recognize precious objects when they see them!”
  • “"Precious" might be overstating it...”
• Europe text:
  • “So, why do you suppose Louie stole the Captain's Rubber Ducky anyway?”
  • “It beats me. Maybe he thought he could eat it?”
  • “Or maybe it's just in his nature as a treasure-grubbing Hocotatian!”
  • “Having said that, at least these Hocotatians recognise precious objects when they see them!”
  • “'Precious' might be overstating it...”

Small talk 30

• US text:
  • “All things considered, it's pretty surprising that Hocotatians have come to this planet.”
  • “Perhaps they came here looking for treasure?”
  • “That sounds right. I heard that some people on that planet make a living from treasure hunting.”
  • “That sounds like a high-stakes business.”
  • “Their obsession with treasure doesn't sound too different from the Koppaite obsession with food.”
• Europe text:
  • “All things considered, it's pretty surprising that Hocotatians have come to this planet.”
  • “Perhaps they came here looking for treasure?”
  • “That sounds right. I heard that some people on that planet make a living from treasure hunting.”
  • “It must be a profitable business.”
  • “Their obsession with treasure doesn't sound too different from the Koppaite obsession with food.”

Small talk 31

• US and Europe text:
  • “Have you noticed that the Onion gets a little bigger whenever it fuses with another Onion?”
  • “Even so, it's amazing how such a large army of Pikmin can fit in there.”
  • “They must be great at maximizing their space. Maybe they're good at cleaning too? And dusting?”
  • “Um, Brittany, I'm not sure that logically follows.”

Small talk 32

• US text:
  • “So far... So far from home...”
  • “Captain? Are you OK?”
  • “I was just thinking how far we are from home...”
  • “I know. It's almost like a dream.”
  • “Wait—what? Captain, I figured being away from Koppai was old hat for a legendary ranger like you.”
  • “Oh, of course! It's just, sometimes, you know, space can seem so... big. And spacious.”
  • “Captain, that's truly insightful!”
  • “Space is so spacious! I'm going to go write that down. Incredible!”
  • “You do that, Alph. You do that...”
• Europe text:
  • “So far...so far from home...”
  • “Captain? Are you OK?”
  • “I was just thinking how far we are from home...”
  • “I know. It's almost like a dream.”
  • “Wait what? Captain, I figured being away from Koppai would be old hat for a legendary ranger like you.”
  • “Oh, of course! It's just, sometimes, space can seem so...spacious... and lonely... You know, Brittany, I—”
  • “Captain that's truly insightful!”
  • “Space IS so spacious! I'm going to go and write that down! So poetic!”
  • “Right... Thanks, Alph.”

Small talk 33

• US text:
  • “Did you realize that it's been _ days since we first landed on this planet?”
  • “Feeling homesick, Alph?”
  • “(Personally, I can't wait until I can sleep in my bed again.)”
  • “Stay focused! Remember, we have an important mission to accomplish.”
  • “(Although I am looking forward to being reunited with my dearest Elizabeth.)”
  • “Um... You do realize that I can hear every word you two are saying?”
• Europe text:
  • “Do you know that it's been _ days since we first landed on this planet?”
  • “What's wrong, Alph? Feeling homesick?”
  • “(Personally, I can't wait until I can sleep in my own bed again.)”
  • “Buck up, Alph! Remember, we have an important mission to accomplish.”
  • “(Though I'm so looking forward to being reunited with my dearest Elizabeth...)”
  • “Um... You two do realise that I can hear every word you're saying, don't you?”

Small talk 34

• US text:
  • “Whew, I'm exhausted.”
  • “We all are. We've been on this planet for _ days.”
  • “(This is bad. We're physically and emotionally depleted, and morale is low.)”
  • “(It's situations like these that test my abilities as a leader.)”
  • “(But this is also an opportunity to gain Brittany's respect.)”
  • “Captain, you're thinking out loud again.”
• Europe text:
  • “Phew, I'm exhausted.”
  • “We all are. After all, we've been on this planet for _ days.”
  • “(This is bad. We're physically and emotionally depleted, and morale is low.)”
  • “(It's situations like these that test my abilities as a leader.)”
  • “(But this is also an opportunity to gain Brittany's respect.)”
  • “Captain, you're thinking out loud again.”

Small talk 35

• US text:
  • “Elizabeth... I hope you're basking in water as you should be.”
  • “Auntie... I hope you're able to color your hair on your own.”
  • “Everyone seems so worried about their family.”
  • “I hope everyone at home is eating a nice, reasonably rationed dinner right now...”
• Europe text:
  • “Elizabeth... I hope you're taking your daily bath like I taught you.”
  • “Auntie... I hope you're able to colour your hair on your own.”
  • “Everyone seems so worried about their family.”
  • “I hope everyone at home is eating a nice, reasonably rationed dinner right now...”

Small talk 36

• US text:
  • “We've been on this planet for _ days now.”
  • “It's amazing how we've been able to live off the land. This planet's bounty seems to have no end.”
  • “Now, don't be modest, Brittany. Another key factor in our survival has been your rationing plan!”
  • “Um, don't mention it!”
  • “(Actually, my rationing "plan" is just to give the captain less food.)”
• Europe text:
  • “We've been on this planet... for _ days already.”
  • “It's amazing how we've been able to survive like this, just living off the land.”
  • “Now, don't be modest, Brittany. It's all been thanks to your brilliant rationing plan!”
  • “Oh, err... Don't mention it!”
  • “(He still thinks he's getting the same size portion as everyone else... Perfect!)”

Small talk 37

• US and Europe text:
  • “What's the matter, Alph? You seem lost in thought.”
  • “I was just thinking about how far we are from home.”
  • “We've certainly come a long way, haven't we?”
  • “It feels a bit like a dream, to be honest.”
  • “Oh, right, this is your first time away from Koppai, isn't it?”
  • “Feeling homesick is only natural. But don't worry. We'll be home soon enough.”

Small talk 38

• US text:
  • “So, that memo data file we found was left behind by someone from the planet Hocotate?”
  • “Correct. I wonder how Hocotatians would fare on this planet. They're vegetarians, you know.”
  • “Vegetarians? Does that mean what I think it means?”
  • “If you think it means that they don't eat meat, then...yes.”
  • “Hocotate is well known for its Pikpik carrots. I tried them once... They were kind of gross.”
  • “You? Ate vegetables? I can hardly believe it!”
  • “It was my duty as a botanist. But those carrots aren't really suited to the Koppaite palate.”
  • “Right, but if we ate vegetables, maybe we wouldn't have to travel 279,000 light-years to get food.”
• Europe text:
  • “So, the data file we found recently was created by someone from Hocotate?”
  • “That's right. Apparently Hocotatians are vegetarians and eat nothing but vegetables.”
  • “They're famous for their PikPik brand carrots. I tried them once, but they were utterly revolting.”
  • “You? Ate vegetables? I can't believe it!”
  • “I did it in the name of science. But I don't think vegetables are really suited to the Koppaite palate.”
  • “Still, if we could learn to like them, in the future we might not have to come all this way across the galaxy just to find food!”

Small talk 39

• US text:
  • “I've been analyzing the data files that we've found.”
  • “Based on them, it seems likely that the Hocotatian picked up our cosmic-drive key.”
  • “Interesting. Well, all the pieces seem to fit.”
  • “I'm worried about our food though. What if it gets stolen?”
  • “Worry not, Brittany! I would never let that—”
  • “Brittany raises a good point! While we're collecting food, let's keep an eye out for that Hocotatian!”
  • “Er, yes. Absolutely...”
• Europe text:
  • “I've been analysing the data files that we've found.”
  • “Based on the files, it seems likely that the Hocotatian picked up our cosmic drive key.”
  • “Interesting. Well, all the pieces seem to fit.”
  • “It makes me worry about our food supply though. What if the Hocotatian gets to it first?”
  • “Worry not, Brittany! I would never let that—”
  • “Brittany has a point! We should continue to gather more food while we look for the Hocotatian!”
  • “Er, yes. Absolutely...”

Small talk 40

• US text:
  • “The fruits on this planet are just delicious, aren't they?”
  • “Definitely. And they really do wonders for the skin.”
  • “That must be because they have more Piktamin U than most of the fruits native to Koppai.”
  • “Yep! Eating all of this great fruit has pretty much cleared up that weird blotchiness you had!”
  • “So let's gather as much as we can to bring back home with us. For everyone's sake.”
• Europe text:
  • “The fruit on this planet is pretty tasty, isn't it?”
  • “Yes...and I think it might somehow be good for the skin too.”
  • “That nutrient called Piktamin U, is that what's making your skin glow?”
  • “That's right, Alph! Aren't you observant?!”
  • “So, we'd better take as much fruit back to Koppai with us as we can!”

Small talk 41

• US text:
  • “The variety of fruit on this planet is truly impressive.”
  • “Sometimes I think about making a home here. It might be nice.”
  • “All the juice you can drink...”
  • “Do you think people would ever visit this planet on vacation?”
  • “I don't know, but right now, the people of Koppai are depending on us to stay on the task at hand!”
  • “Er, yes, of course, Alph... I was just wondering if tourists would like it here... No harm in that...”
• Europe text:
  • “The variety of fruit on this planet is truly impressive.”
  • “Yes, I agree. Sometimes I think about staying here. It might be kind of nice!”
  • “Yes, I know what you mean!”
  • “Well, Brittany, if you really feel that way, the two of us could—”
  • “But the people of Koppai are depending on our return!”
  • “Forgive me, Captain! I almost lost sight of our goal for a moment!”
  • “Er...yes... Well, we'll overlook it this time, Alph...”

Small talk 42

• US text:
  • “Hey, check it out! Since coming to this planet, we've gathered _ types of fruit!”
  • “Wow, that's truly remarkable!”
  • “Agreed. It's all thanks to you, my faithful crew!”
  • “Alph, how much fruit is there left on this planet now?”
  • “Let's see... The number of pieces now remaining is..._.”
  • “Well, we might as well try to get everything we can.”
  • “Yes, the more food we manage to gather, the better.”
  • “It's the last stretch! Let's keep it up!”
• Europe text:
  • “Hey, check it out! Since coming to this planet, we've gathered _ types of fruit!”
  • “Wow, that's amazing!”
  • “Agreed. And it's all thanks to you, my brave and faithful crew!”
  • “Alph, how much fruit is there left on this planet now?”
  • “Let's see... The number of pieces now remaining is..._.”
  • “Well, we might as well try to get everything we can.”
  • “Yes, the more food we manage to gather, the better.”
  • “Well, crew, this it. The final stretch. Once more unto the breach!”

Small talk 43

• US text:
  • “The area we explored yesterday was where I first encountered the Red Pikmin...”
  • “I remember when I first encountered the Yellow Pikmin in that tundra...”
  • “I can't remember if I met the Rock Pikmin or the Red Pikmin first...”
  • “The Yellow Pikmin definitely made an impression on me in that cave.”
  • “What a coincidence, Brittany! Have I ever told you what a big impression you've made on me?”
  • “...? That's a little awkward. Anyway, it's interesting to hear about how we all met the Pikmin.”
• Europe text:
  • “The area we explored yesterday was where I first encountered the Red Pikmin.”
  • “Oh, really? I remember when I first encountered the Yellow Pikmin in that tundra...”
  • “I guess the ones I first met were the Rock Pikmin. Or maybe the Red Pikmin.”
  • “But the ones that left the biggest impression on me were the Yellow Pikmin I encountered in the cave.”
  • “What a coincidence, Brittany! Have I ever told you what a big impression you've made on m—”
  • “Wow! Isn't it funny how we all have places here associated with our own Pikmin encounters?”

Small talk 44

• US text:
  • “The flowers on this planet are just gigantic, aren't they?”
  • “I've been thinking of plucking one to give to a certain someone.”
  • “Oh, that's kind of you, Captain, but I'm allergic to a lot of plants.”
  • “I don't think he was talking about you, Alph.”
  • “Yeah, right. Well who else would he be talking about, Brittany?!”
  • “Thanks, Captain. I appreciate the gesture.”
  • “I think we may need to get the oxygen levels in your helmet checked, Alph.”
• Europe text:
  • “The flowers on this planet are just huge, aren't they?”
  • “I've been thinking of plucking one to give to a certain someone...”
  • “Oh, that's kind of you, Captain, but I'm allergic to a lot of plants.”
  • “I think you might have misunderstood, Alph.”
  • “Really? No, it was nice of him to think of it.”
  • “Thank you, Captain. I appreciate the thought.”
  • “I think we may need to get the oxygen levels in your helmet checked, Alph.”

Small talk 45

• US text:
  • “The place we explored yesterday sure was cold!”
  • “Huh? But if you're wearing a space suit, you shouldn't feel cold...”
  • “That's what I thought. Maybe I need to recalibrate my suit.”
  • “I'm wondering if maybe I bought a cheap space suit.”
  • “I can take a look at your suit later. I really hope the captain's OK...”
• Europe text:
  • “The place we explored yesterday was so cold.”
  • “Really? You shouldn't ever be cold if you're wearing a spacesuit.”
  • “I was definitely feeling chilly. Maybe my suit's not up to scratch.”
  • “Serves me right for buying it at the Star Bazaar clearance sale, I suppose. Fashion, you see, is—”
  • “Cool story, Brittany. I do hope the Captain's OK...”

Small talk 46

• US text:
  • “The area we explored yesterday was incredible!”
  • “The lotus plants were of an awe-inspiring size, yes.”
  • “Such splendor reminds me of my favorite vacation spot on Koppai.”
  • “High winds blowing thick chevrons of ducks through the marshes...”
  • “The formidable wall of quacking that overtakes the ears...”
  • “The crisp spray splashing off of a hundred mallard water landings...”
  • “That sounds like such a great vacation, Captain...”
• Europe text:
  • “The area we explored yesterday was incredible!”
  • “Yes, those lotus plants were truly awe-inspiring!”
  • “Actually, such natural splendour reminds me of my holidays back on Koppai...”
  • “Mighty chevrons of ducks taking wing across the marshes...”
  • “The formidable chorus of quacking that assails the ears...”
  • “The colossal wall of spray that rises up as a hundred mallards strike the water's surface...”
  • “(The Captain's holidays sound fantastic! I wonder if he'll invite me along on the next one?)”