Exploration Notes

Pikminology #1

The Onion is like a nest for the Pikmin. It both gives birth to them and provides them with shelter.

Pikminology #2

Press under the Onion to take out or return Pikmin.

Pikminology #3

Different-colored Onions can fuse into a single Onion.

Pikminology #4

New sprouts will be the same color as the Pikmin that retrieved the pellet or creature.

Pikminology #5

Pellets retrieved by Pikmin of the same color produce more sprouts.

Pikminology #6

As Pikmin develop, they get faster. They grow from leaf to bud to flower.

Pikminology #7

Use Ultra-Spicy Nectar to invigorate Pikmin and boost their attack power.

Pikminology #8

There's a limit to the number of Pikmin on the surface at a time, but more can sprout inside the Onion.

Pikminology #9

Help panicking Pikmin by using your whistle.

Pikminology #10

All Pikmin can carry bombs.

Pikminology #11

Make sure Pikmin are in your squad or close to the Onion when the sun sets. All others will perish!

Pikminology #12

Throw Pikmin into a Candypop Bud, and they will change color.

Pikminology #13

When Pikmin consume nectar, they blossom into flower Pikmin.

Pikminology #14

Once Pikmin are done transporting fragments, they will return to the original location of the fragments.

Pikminology #15

All Pikmin can dig holes.

Red Pikmin #1

Red Pikmin are resistant to fire.

Red Pikmin #2

Red Pikmin are good fighters.

Rock Pikmin #1

Rock Pikmin are very hard... like rocks.

Rock Pikmin #2

Break the Crystal Nodule for a chance to attack!

Rock Pikmin #3

Rock Pikmin aren't crushed when trampled on.

Yellow Pikmin #1

Yellow Pikmin can conduct electricity.

Yellow Pikmin #2

Yellow Pikmin are shock resistant.

Yellow Pikmin #3

Yellow Pikmin can be thrown very high up in the air!

Yellow Pikmin #4

Yellow Pikmin are good at digging.

Winged Pikmin #1

Winged Pikmin fly.

Winged Pikmin #2

Winged Pikmin can lift objects into the air.

Winged Pikmin #3

Winged Pikmin are somewhat lacking in attack strength.

Winged Pikmin #4

Winged Pikmin are aces in aerial combat.

Blue Pikmin #1

Blue Pikmin can survive in water.

Blue Pikmin #2

Blue Pikmin can attack while swimming.

Moving

Move with .

Using the Whistle

Press to blow the whistle and call Pikmin over. Hold longer to increase the whistle's range.

Throwing

Take aim with the cursor, then press to throw.

Plucking #1

Press to pluck nearby Pikmin sprouts. Press to cancel.

Plucking #2

Throw your teammates to have them automatically pluck sprouts.

Looking Around

Face forward with and look around with . ( won't work if the Joy-Con is held sideways.)

Locking On

Move the cursor to your target and press to lock on! Throw nonstop by pressing and holding .

Dismissing Squad

Dismiss your squad with , and the Pikmin will sort themselves into different color groups.

Charging!

Press and release to charge with the currently selected Pikmin!

Selecting Pikmin Type

Select the Pikmin or person you want to throw using .

Switching Leaders

Press to open the menu and switch leaders.

Throwing Leaders

Throw teammates to places that can't be reached on foot.

Using Ultra-Spicy Spray

Press to use an Ultra-Spicy Spray and invigorate the Pikmin in your squad.

Using Ultra-Spicy Nectar

Explorers automatically collect Ultra-Spicy Nectar when they find it.

Using the Dodge Whistle

Press or to roll and dodge. (Unavailable while using a Joy-Con controller horizontally.)

Using the Radar #1

Use to check your surroundings.

Using the Radar #2

Change the radar's orientation in Other Settings in the Options menu.

Using the Radar #3

Review the replay with to fine-tune your strategy.

Fruit Finder

Display the location of fruit, even in areas you haven't explored.

Go Here!

On the KopPad's radar, align with your destination and select "Go here" with to start moving.

Using the Camera

Activate the camera via the KopPad to snap a photo.

Scorch Guard

Protects you from fire.

Anti-Electrifier

Prevents you from getting zapped.

Metal Suit Z

Increases the durability of your space suit.

Dividing Labor #1

Split into 2 squads to manage your workload more effectively!

Dividing Labor #2

Split into 3 squads to manage your workload even more efficiently!

Escaping

Wiggle repeatedly to escape.

Rescuing from Bubbles

Knock into Pikmin to free them from bubbles!

Rescue Olimar #1

Command the Pikmin carrying Captain Olimar!

Rescue Olimar #2

The order of responsibility for commanding Pikmin is: Brittany, Charlie, Alph.

Armored Mawdad #1

Its exoskeleton is made of crystal. Use Rock Pikmin to smash it.

Armored Mawdad #2

It's soft on the inside.

Vehemoth Phosbat #1

The Vehemoth Phosbat hates the light!

Vehemoth Phosbat #2

Take refuge in brightly lit areas!

Sandbelching Meerslug #1

If they start getting sucked in, call them with the whistle to save them!

Sandbelching Meerslug #2

When it shows its face, attack it with Pikmin! Use the Bomb Rocks when it starts inhaling!

Scornet

Winged Pikmin are effective against Scornets!

Scornet Maestro

Go through the gaps in the Scornets, and attack with Winged Pikmin!

Quaggled Mireclops #1

Throw it off balance and knock it over!

Quaggled Mireclops #2

Shatter the crystal and focus your attacks!

Mysterious Life-Form #1

It's invincible when it's transparent! Rescue Pikmin who have been absorbed by calling with the whistle!

Mysterious Life-Form #2

Attacks are only effective when it is gold colored!

Plasm Wraith #1

Attack the fragments when it breaks apart!

Plasm Wraith #2

If it starts flying, send in your Winged Pikmin!

Bulborb #1

A Bulborb's eyeballs are its weakest point!

Bulborb #2

Attack from behind to gain the advantage!

Dwarf Bulborb

Aim for its back and for victory!

Yellow Wollywog

It can't jump when it's weighed down with Pikmin.

Peckish Aristocrab

Its claw is made of crystal!

Joustmite

It has a weak point at the back of its shell!

Desiccated Skitter Leaf

If it senses someone approaching, it will disguise itself as a leaf.

Swooping Snitchbug

Score a direct hit with a Rock Pikmin to bring it down to earth!

Toady Bloyster

Its tail is its weak point!

Shaggy Long Legs

Attack its joints to strip its hair! You've got the chance to do some real damage once it's bare!

Arachnode

Call Pikmin trapped in the web with the whistle to save them!

Bug-Eyed Crawmad

A Bug-Eyed Crawmad's belly is its weakest point! Attack its eyeballs to flip it over!

Bearded Amprat

Creep up behind the Bearded Amprat to take it by surprise! Yellow Pikmin should have no problem!

Burrowing Snagret

The Burrowing Snagret's head is its weak point! Wait for it to pop out, and then start attacking!

Pellet Posy

After a pellet has been harvested, another one will eventually grow in its place!

Hiding

When the going gets tough, retreat to a hiding place and wait for an opportunity!

With one more person...

We're picking up a strong signal, but we can't seem to actually reach it. If we had a third party, we might be able to, but I just got an out-of-office message from the boss. He probably doesn't get much reception at the beach. We're kind of on a beach, too... but it's not quite the same.

The cliff-top mystery

What a superb view! Hm...what is that over there? I need to get a closer look. Those Yellow Pikmin seem to be good at accessing those hard-to-reach places...

With three of us...

Quite the discovery! If only I had a little more help other than Louie to get this mechanism going! I really wish the boss would answer us. Just because he's the president of Hocotate Freight doesn't mean he can just be on vacation all the time! Or is that exactly what it means?

A legacy of the past

We discovered the remains of what appears to be an underwater structure. Perhaps we can restore it so that we may cross to the opposite shore. Louie is here, but we would still need someone else's help to do this...

To the survivors

Looks like someone took a tumble here in the fresh snow... Perhaps someone else is stranded here! If anyone is reading this, there are several electrical contraptions in this area. I've buried something here in the snow. Hopefully it's useful!

Parting gift

We've found a snow sculpture in this frozen tundra. It looks like the face of a middle-aged man—one that I know all too well. The more I look at it, the more I think it looks like the president of Hocotate Freight. Especially that nose...

To future visitors

I consider myself to be a hardened veteran of planetary exploration now. With so many battles under my spacebelt, I no longer have need for this little item. I've since buried it nearby. Hopefully someone will be able to get use out of it.

Great partner

It seems like two people working together could use this mushroom to reach the other side. But for some reason, Louie and I just can't get our acts together. I wish I had a more reliable partner. Sigh... I wonder how my wife is doing back on Hocotate.

Shortcut

If I can break down this wall, I'll be able to cut through this labyrinth and save myself some time. I wonder if there are any Bomb Rocks around...

Closed path

In a dark place where I could barely see my own feet, I discovered a familiar plant. If I recall correctly, they're called Bloominous Stemples, and they bloom under a strong light. Is there anything nearby capable of generating such a light?

Journal Entry #3

My search for treasure continues with no luck. But I can’t fly back home to Hocotate without procuring a few priceless artifacts! I'm sensing something valuable up ahead. But I'm also sensing danger. So if someone finds this data file, please send word to my son...that I didn’t make it.

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #5

I found a key today. It says something about a cosmic drive on it. I doubt it’s worth much, but it’ll be a nice souvenir for my son if I ever get back to Hocotate. So my search for treasure continues... I’ll stop at nothing to find the ultimate prize. I just know there's gold on this planet somewhere!

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #2

Louie has become even more problematic. All he does is nod or shake his head. And yet he consumes three times the amount of food that I do. Not cool, Louie...not cool.

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #1

Curse that Hocotate ship. It may once have been a top-of-the-line vessel, but it's now an insult to my piloting. I can't wait to pay off that debt and get back in my beloved S.S. Dolphin. But that means I need to find something really valuable before I return home...

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #7

I spotted some glittering gold material on top of the tree! I think I smell treasure! I'll head up there first thing tomorrow to investigate. Louie is refusing to go for some reason, but I'm not going to let him come between me and some undiscovered riches.

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #8

How long have I been out? My mind is still cloudy... That golden life-form pursues me relentlessly. I don't have any Pikmin here to help me. I'm at the end of my rope, and I don't know how I'll ever escape... I think the forced-sleep mode on my suit is kicking in... Losing consciousness again... Zzzzzzzz...

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #9

This golden, glittering life-form has taken a real shine to me. It doesn't seem dangerous, but it also won't let me go, for some strange reason. I guess I've always gotten along well with animals, but this is kind of pushing it... Oh no...I thought I deactivated the forced-sleep mode... Zzz...

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #4

It has been so long. I hope my son and daughter back on Hocotate haven't forgotten about their father. Once my work here is done, I'm taking an extended holiday so we can take a space-cation. We might not have the budget to go far, but that's OK. As long as we're together.

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #10

Captured again...over and over. No matter how many times I try to escape, I find myself atop this tower. Each time, I awake to see that another day has passed. The grip of this wretched beast is taking its toll on me. My only hope is for someone to save me from this torment... Going dark again...

- Captain Olimar

Journal Entry #6

Today I had a terrifying dream. A dream in which Pikmin were carrying me back to the Onion after I had been ravaged by creatures. I thought I shared a strong bond with them, but maybe that was just my wishful thinking... I might have to start sleeping with one eye open.

- Captain Olimar

I've found a mural

While exploring this planet, I often see what appear to be murals. Did the Pikmin draw these? Because they capture each Pikmin's essence perfectly—much more artistically than I would be capable of. I must remember to take photographic documentation.

- Captain Olimar

Memo data leaked?

A bug in the data-management system for the company communication device seems to have resulted in all of my voyage logs and notes being lost. I'd better find them fast before anyone else gets their hands on them.

- Captain Olimar

To my family

All this time spent on jobs off-world have left me with so little time to spend with my family. I hope my wife and kids aren't lonely without me. We should all go on vacation together when this mission is over. I could use the time off, and they could use the time with me. Now I really can't wait to finish up!

- Captain Olimar

This time for sure!

The last time I visited this planet, I brought back so much treasure that it freed my employer from debt. So why did they send me here AGAIN? Oh well. Nothing for it but to recover that ship as quick as I can.

- Captain Olimar

A sorry memory

Louie and I go way back, but I still don't know him that well. The other day, I heard him mutter, "Bulborb...that's a steak. And the Bug-Eyed Crawmad should be roasted, and it's a deep fry for the Bearded Amprat." Where are his priorities?

- Captain Olimar

Whoops...

"Promise you'll take me on your next adventure! If you don't, you owe me 100 toys!" Oops. I completely forgot about that note from my son. This will take a lot of expensive smoothing over once I get home.

- Captain Olimar

From my daughter

"Papa? You're never home anymore. Do you still live here? Please bring flowers and cake for Mama if you come home." My daughter is growing up so fast. Where did she get the idea that I don't live with them anymore? Then again, I worry that I'm starting to forget my street address.

- Captain Olimar

To my love

"Hi, honey. I hope everything's all right. The Hocotate president told me you were going out again. I love that you work so hard for your family, but don't forget to take care of yourself too. The kids and Bulbie are all doing fine. Good luck on your mission! Do well and bring home a big bonus!"

- Your Loving Wife

The Pikmin's song

When you take 20 of each type of Pikmin out on an expedition, they'll sometimes sing a cheerful tune. I tried to sing along once, and they all went silent. Guess they didn't appreciate my singing voice? I'll have to practice more during tomorrow's shower.

- Captain Olimar

It's me

"Olimar! Found any treasure yet? You've been there so many times that you must know all the good spots for it by now. Why haven't you submitted any assignment reports lately? We need to be kept in the loop. You haven't run into trouble, I hope."

- Hocotate President