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[[File:Hocotate.png|thumb|Hocotate, viewed from space.]] | [[File:Hocotate.png|thumb|Hocotate, viewed from space.]] | ||
'''Hocotate''' ({{j|ホコタテ|Hokotate}}) is the home planet of some of the [[leader]]s in the [[Pikmin series|''Pikmin'' franchise]], | {{todo|Add references, because we need a lot of them here.}} | ||
'''Hocotate''' ({{j|ホコタテ|Hokotate}}) is the home planet of some of the [[leader]]s in the [[Pikmin series|''Pikmin'' franchise]], particularly [[Captain Olimar]] and his [[Minor characters#Olimar's family|family]], as well as [[Louie]]. While no gameplay takes place on Hocotate, various information about the planet is known through [[notes]] and [[cutscene]]s. Life on Hocotate appears to be similar to life on Earth, though with some major differences. | |||
==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
[[File:Hocotate surface.png|thumb|left| | [[File:Hocotate surface.png|thumb|left|Hocotate Freight's yard and surrounding architecture; note the clouds in the background.]] | ||
Hocotate is a pink-colored planet with some blue and green patches, and possesses two intersecting planetary rings. Its exact location in the universe has yet to be specified, though it most likely takes place in a different star system from ours, as an incredibly bright star can be seen behind it. It is also said to be quite close to [[Koppai]].{{cite quote|...Hocotate? I think that's near Koppai.|Alph after reading a data file|''Pikmin 3''}}{{cite quote|Because of Hocotate's proximity to Koppai, the planet has always been an interest of mine.|A miscellaneous voyage log|Pikmin 3}} In [[Olimar's voyage log]], he explains that his family is probably gazing up at the planet's "pale red moon".{{cite quote|Looking from this planet into the skies above, I see the pale white moon floating overhead. It brings to mind memories of the moon from back home. I bet that even now my wife and children are sitting at home, gazing up at our pale red moon... Hang on, dear ones! Your Olimar will return some day!|[[Captain Olimar]]|a [[Olimar's voyage log|voyage log]]}} This moon, along with another grayish moon, can be seen in the endings of ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Hey! Pikmin''. ''Hey! Pikmin'' depicts them with much brighter colors, with the gray moon now being blue (possibly implying water is there) with white clouds. Stars are visible from the planet's surface during the daytime, indicating a very transparent atmosphere. It is known that the concentration of oxygen on [[PNF-404]] is toxic to Hocotatians,{{cite quote|To make matters worse, my atmospheric sensors indicate this planet's environment contains high levels of poisonous oxygen.|Captain Olimar, an Hocotatian|the introductory [[Olimar's monologs|monolog]]}}{{cite quote|The creatures of this planet breathe a deadly poisonous gas: oxygen. At present, my space suit can filter the oxygen out, but if the batteries for my life-support system should fail... I shudder to think about it.|Captain Olimar, an Hocotatian|a miscellaneous [[Olimar's voyage log|voyage log]]}} so the concentration on Hocotate must be much lower. | Hocotate is a pink-colored planet with some blue and green patches, and possesses two intersecting planetary rings. Its exact location in the universe has yet to be specified, though it most likely takes place in a different star system from ours, as an incredibly bright star can be seen behind it. It is also said to be quite close to [[Koppai]].{{cite quote|...Hocotate? I think that's near Koppai.|Alph after reading a data file|''Pikmin 3''}}{{cite quote|Because of Hocotate's proximity to Koppai, the planet has always been an interest of mine.|A miscellaneous voyage log|Pikmin 3}} In [[Olimar's voyage log]], he explains that his family is probably gazing up at the planet's "pale red moon".{{cite quote|Looking from this planet into the skies above, I see the pale white moon floating overhead. It brings to mind memories of the moon from back home. I bet that even now my wife and children are sitting at home, gazing up at our pale red moon... Hang on, dear ones! Your Olimar will return some day!|[[Captain Olimar]]|a [[Olimar's voyage log|voyage log]]}} This moon, along with another grayish moon, can be seen in the endings of ''Pikmin 2'' and ''Hey! Pikmin''. ''Hey! Pikmin'' depicts them with much brighter colors, with the gray moon now being blue (possibly implying water is there) with white clouds. Stars are visible from the planet's surface during the daytime, indicating a very transparent atmosphere. It is known that the concentration of oxygen on [[PNF-404]] is toxic to Hocotatians,{{cite quote|To make matters worse, my atmospheric sensors indicate this planet's environment contains high levels of poisonous oxygen.|Captain Olimar, an Hocotatian|the introductory [[Olimar's monologs|monolog]]}}{{cite quote|The creatures of this planet breathe a deadly poisonous gas: oxygen. At present, my space suit can filter the oxygen out, but if the batteries for my life-support system should fail... I shudder to think about it.|Captain Olimar, an Hocotatian|a miscellaneous [[Olimar's voyage log|voyage log]]}} so the concentration on Hocotate must be much lower. | ||
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==Life== | ==Life== | ||
[[File:Hocotate Plant.png|thumb|left|A plant growing near the Hocotate Freight sign.]] | [[File:Hocotate Plant.png|thumb|left|A plant growing near the [[Hocotate Freight]] sign.]] | ||
The atmosphere of Hocotate is known to be different from PNF-404 and Koppai, as oxygen is known to be extremely poisonous to its dominant life form, the Hocotatian. The planet shows some signs of flora growing on its surface, including vegetables such as [[Pikpik carrots]], which the planet is famous for, according to [[Brittany]]. Also according to the Koppaites, a Hocotatian's diet consists mainly of vegetables, although meat consumption is not unusual.{{ | The atmosphere of Hocotate is known to be different from PNF-404 and Koppai, as oxygen is known to be extremely poisonous to its dominant life form, the Hocotatian. The planet shows some signs of flora growing on its surface, including vegetables such as [[Pikpik carrots]], which the planet is famous for, according to [[Brittany]]. Also according to the Koppaites, a Hocotatian's diet consists mainly of vegetables, although meat consumption is not unusual.{{source needed}} It is unknown what gases are used to cultivate these foods. These foods consist of the Hocotatian versions of potatoes,{{cite quote|{{notes:Emperor Bulblax/louie}}|[[Louie]]|his notes on the [[Emperor Bulblax]]}} avocados,{{cite quote|{{notes:Male Sheargrub/louie}}|[[Louie]]|his notes on the [[Male Sheargrub]]|rname=Male Sheargrub}} limes,{{cite quote|{{notes:Red Bulborb/louie}}|[[Louie]]|his notes on the [[Bulborb|Red Bulborb]]|rname=Red Bulborb}}{{cite quote|{{notes:Decorated Cannon Beetle/louie}}|[[Louie]]|his notes on the [[Decorated Cannon Beetle]]}} and lemons{{cite quote|{{notes:Hairy Bulborb/louie}}|[[Louie]]|his notes on the [[Hairy Bulborb]]}} (for flavoring) as they're mentioned in [[Louie's notes|his cooking tips]]. Interestingly, these plants can be found as [[treasure]]s and [[fruit]]s on [[PNF-404]], although the food they're referring to is likely different from these. A fruit not found in ''Pikmin 3'' that Olimar mentions is tangerines, which he even says to be his favorite fruit.{{cite quote|{{notes:Tangerine Paste/heypikmin}}|[[Captain Olimar]]|his notes on the [[Tangerine Paste]]}} Mayonnaise also seems to be frequently used in Hocotatian meals,{{cite quote|We return from our mission successful in retrieving _ pieces of edible matter! We picked up a stray Hocotatian as well, so we're on our way to drop him off. He won't stop talking about adding something called "mayonnaise" to vegetables to make them taste good. It'll take another food crisis for me to find out if he's right. I hope I never see this "mayonnaise"...|[[Brittany]]|a [[Pikmin 3 Voyage Log|voyage log]]}} indicating that many other ingredients exist there as well. Olimar recognizing [[treasure]]s in the [[Sweet Tooth Series]] as sugary treats means that similar desserts must exist on his home planet. Supporting this, Louie mentions dark chocolate and applying sugar in another one of his notes.{{cite quote|{{notes:Shearwig/louie}}|[[Louie]]|Louie's notes on the [[Shearwig]]}} Olimar also misidentifies a metal nut for a "[[Metal Bagel]]" missing poppy seeds, meaning Hocotatian-sized bagels are common food there.{{cite quote|{{notes:Metal Bagel/heypikmin}}|[[Captain Olimar]]|his notes on the [[Metal Bagel]]}} Olimar even reveals in a log that Hocotate has an abundance of food, though this may just be in contrast to [[PNF-404]]'s and the [[Hey! Pikmin planet|''Hey! Pikmin'' planet]]'s food supplies.{{cite quote|{{notes:Elongated Crushblat/heypikmin}}|[[Captain Olimar]]|his notes on the [[Elongated Crushblat]]}} | ||
[[Bulbie]], Olimar's pet, is known to be similar to a [[Bulborb]], and its species take on a role similar to Earthling dogs. [[The President]] mentions trees,{{cite quote|Today, I tried building a small room at the top of a tree. It reminded me of my younger days, when I lived in a little shed. Those memories help make this bearable.|[[The President]]|[[mail]]}} edible grass,{{cite quote|I found some tasty grass today. It was the first time in a while that I could eat until I was full. I've become one heck of a grass and root chef... Maybe I'll write a book.|[[The President]]|[[mail]]}} and wild animals, apparently covered with hair.{{cite quote|Some wild animals are nesting under the bridge now. They think I'm their pal or something. My stylish suits are covered with hair. I'm pitiful... but at least they're warm...|[[The President]]|[[mail]]}} A few exotic green plants with twisting, vine like branches can be seen in ''Pikmin 2''{{'s}} intro as well. | [[Bulbie]], Olimar's pet, is known to be similar to a [[Bulborb]], and its species take on a role similar to Earthling dogs. [[The President]] mentions trees,{{cite quote|Today, I tried building a small room at the top of a tree. It reminded me of my younger days, when I lived in a little shed. Those memories help make this bearable.|[[The President]]|[[mail]]}} edible grass,{{cite quote|I found some tasty grass today. It was the first time in a while that I could eat until I was full. I've become one heck of a grass and root chef... Maybe I'll write a book.|[[The President]]|[[mail]]}} and wild animals, apparently covered with hair.{{cite quote|Some wild animals are nesting under the bridge now. They think I'm their pal or something. My stylish suits are covered with hair. I'm pitiful... but at least they're warm...|[[The President]]|[[mail]]}} A few exotic green plants with twisting, vine like branches can be seen in ''Pikmin 2''{{'s}} intro as well. | ||
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===Hocotatians=== | ===Hocotatians=== | ||
[[File:Olimarfam-Pres-Louie.jpg|thumb|200px|A variety of Hocotatians, including [[The President]], [[Louie]], and [[Captain Olimar|Olimar]].]] | [[File:Olimarfam-Pres-Louie.jpg|thumb|right|200px|A variety of Hocotatians, including [[The President]], [[Louie]], and [[Captain Olimar|Olimar]].]] | ||
'''Hocotatians''' are seemingly the dominant species of Hocotate. They are first referred to as "Hocotatians" in the [[Hocotate ship]]'s announcement of the [[Massive Receptacle Series]], and are called by this name frequently in {{p3}}. They are about the size of a nickel (~2cm, ~0.7in), and appear to be more advanced than humans, and have superior, or at least equal intelligence. They are capable of efficient extraterrestrial exploration and interaction, and use devices far beyond the current technology of humans. Their primary means of communication is speech, and they are able to read and write. It's also possible that they may be related to Koppaites because they share a similar appearance and either speak the same language or can understand each other's languages. On the logo for Hocotate Freight, the letters look very similar to the English alphabet. If Hocotatians and Koppaites can indeed speak the same language, [[Koppaite text]] may be an alternate form of writing that the Hocotatians do not use. | '''Hocotatians''' are seemingly the dominant species of Hocotate. They are first referred to as "Hocotatians" in the [[Hocotate ship]]'s announcement of the [[Massive Receptacle Series]], and are called by this name frequently in {{p3}}. They are about the size of a nickel (~2cm, ~0.7in), and appear to be more advanced than humans, and have superior, or at least equal intelligence. They are capable of efficient extraterrestrial exploration and interaction, and use devices far beyond the current technology of humans. Their primary means of communication is speech, and they are able to read and write. It's also possible that they may be related to Koppaites because they share a similar appearance and either speak the same language or can understand each other's languages. On the logo for Hocotate Freight, the letters look very similar to the English alphabet. If Hocotatians and Koppaites can indeed speak the same language, [[Koppaite text]] may be an alternate form of writing that the Hocotatians do not use. | ||
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===Entertainment=== | ===Entertainment=== | ||
Along with the toy car mentioned previously, movies{{cite quote|{{notes:Metamorphocistern/heypikmin}}|[[Captain Olimar]]|his notes on the [[Metamorphocistern]]}} and video games{{cite quote|{{notes:Repair Juggernaut/journal}}|[[Captain Olimar]]|his notes on the [[Repair Juggernaut]]}} seem to be common things used for recreation. Additionally, nearly the entire [[Dream Series]] is meant to be sold to Hocotate as toys, such as the [[Favorite Gyro Block]], which is targeted for toy makers.{{cite quote|{{notes:Favorite Gyro Block/sale}}|The [[Hocotate Ship]]|its sales pitch for the [[Favorite Gyro Block]]}} It is likely there are factories that help produce these toys. | Along with the toy car mentioned previously, movies{{cite quote|{{notes:Metamorphocistern/heypikmin}}|[[Captain Olimar]]|his notes on the [[Metamorphocistern]]}} and video games{{cite quote|{{notes:Repair Juggernaut/journal}}|[[Captain Olimar]]|his notes on the [[Repair Juggernaut]]}} seem to be common things used for recreation. Additionally, nearly the entire [[Dream Series]] is meant to be sold to Hocotate as toys, such as the [[Favorite Gyro Block]], which is targeted for toy makers.{{cite quote|{{notes:Favorite Gyro Block/sale}}|The [[Hocotate Ship]]|its sales pitch for the [[Favorite Gyro Block]]}} It is likely there are factories that help produce these toys. | ||
===Astrology=== | ===Astrology=== | ||
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==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
Hocotate is shown to be commercialized; it makes use of the [[Poko]], a small coin that resembles those from the [[mariowiki:Mario (series)|''Mario'' series]] | Hocotate is shown to be commercialized; it makes use of the [[Poko]], a small coin that resembles those from the [[mariowiki:Mario (series)|''Mario'' series]]. Items from [[PNF-404]] are considered extremely valuable [[treasure]]s worth a particularly large amount of Pokos, which enables Olimar and Louie to pay off their company's debt of 10,100 Pokos. (For comparison, 100 Pokos is "more than a year's salary", according to the president in the introduction cutscene of ''Pikmin 2''.) A mayor of Hocotate is alluded in [[Olimar's notes]] once, though his status in Hocotatian government is unknown.{{cite quote|{{notes:Pilgrim Bulb/journal}}|[[Captain Olimar]]|Olimar's notes on the [[Pilgrim Bulb]]}} The president also mentions that | ||
There are several companies known on Hocotate, such as the Pilot Union. Not much is known about it, however Olimar | There are several companies known on a Hocotate, such as the Pilot Union, an old job Olimar use to have. Not much is known about it, however Olimar's old boss, the head of the Pilot Union, use to order people around. There is also a company called Hocotate Whiz that helps people switch jobs. | ||
"Happy Hocotate Savings and Loan" is another Hocotate company with which [[the | "Happy Hocotate Savings and Loan" is another Hocotate company with which [[the president]] attempts to take out a loan in ''Pikmin 2'' to cover for the lost shipment of [[golden Pikpik carrot]]s.{{cite quote|Baby steps first, Olimar! Plan well, and don't worry about me. Our debt is with Happy Hocotate Savings & Loan, after all. Besides, there's nothing left to repossess, so HA!|[[The President]]|a [[Mail|letter]]}} It is later revealed in one of his [[mail|letters]] to [[Olimar]] that, instead, he has accidentally taken out a loan with the shop just next door, the "All-Devouring Black Hole Loan Sharks", which forces him to go into hiding.{{cite quote|Olimar! Terrible news! I thought I went to Happy Hocotate Savings & Loan, but it seems my loan came from the shop next door: All-Devouring Black Hole Loan Sharks! Oops!|The President|a letter}}{{cite quote|Olimar! You're my hero! You've erased half of our debt. Still, things have become a bit dangerous, so I'm going into hiding. Focus on work...and don't slack off!|The President|a letter}}{{cite quote|Hello... I am still on the lam from debt collectors. For the time being, I've decided to live under the bridge, but if they catch me, I don't know what they'll do to me...|The President|a letter}} | ||
==Naming== | ==Naming== | ||
The name "Hocotate" actually comes from | The name "Hocotate" actually comes from Nintendo of Japan's headquarters' address: 11-1, Kamitoba-hokotate-cho. While it has never been pronounced in English in [[canon]] media, it has been pronounced in several official sources. | ||
*In {{ssb4}} and {{ssbu}}, in Olimar's [[smashwiki:Palutena's Guidance|Palutena's Guidance]] conversation, [[smashwiki:Palutena|Palutena]] pronounces the planet's name /ˈhoʊkətɑːteɪ/ (HOE-kuh-tah-tay). However, ''Super Smash Bros.'' games are non-canon. | *In {{ssb4}} and {{ssbu}}, in Olimar's [[smashwiki:Palutena's Guidance|Palutena's Guidance]] conversation, [[smashwiki:Palutena|Palutena]] pronounces the planet's name /ˈhoʊkətɑːteɪ/ (HOE-kuh-tah-tay). However, ''Super Smash Bros.'' games are non-canon. | ||
*[[Captain Charlie]] can be heard saying the planet's name in the ending [[cutscene]] of {{p3}}. Likewise, when [[Brittany]] collects the data file on the path to the [[Armored Mawdad]], the word Hocotate can be heard among the [[Koppaite language]] while reacting to Olimar's journal entry. However, in both cases the actual language heard being spoken by the characters is unknown. | *[[Captain Charlie]] can be heard saying the planet's name in the ending [[cutscene]] of {{p3}}. Likewise, when [[Brittany]] collects the data file on the path to the [[Armored Mawdad]], the word Hocotate can be heard among the [[Koppaite language]] while reacting to Olimar's journal entry. However, in both cases the actual language heard being spoken by the characters is unknown. | ||
*In {{p3}}{{'s}} [[Bingo Battle]], if the red team ([[Captain Olimar]]'s team) is one point away from winning, [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] will be heard in the background cheering for Hocotate, although it is unknown how faithful Pikmin sounds are to the pronunciation of certain words. | *In {{p3}}{{'s}} [[Bingo Battle]], if the red team ([[Captain Olimar]]'s team) is one point away from winning, [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] will be heard in the background cheering for Hocotate, although it is unknown how faithful Pikmin sounds are to the pronunciation of certain words. | ||
*In a [[trailer]] for {{hp}} it is pronounced /ˈhoʊkoʊtɑːteɪ/ (HOE- | *In a [[trailer]] for {{hp}} it is pronounced /ˈhoʊkoʊtɑːteɪ/ (HOE-koh-tah-tay).{{cite youtube|iHGTVVLmxBI|of the Hey! PIKMIN Lift-Off Trailer}} | ||
===Names in other languages=== | ===Names in other languages=== | ||
{{foreignname | {{foreignname | ||
|Jap | |Jap=ホコタテ星 | ||
|JapR = Hokotate Sei | |JapR=Hokotate Sei | ||
|JapM = Planet ''Hokotate''; see above | |JapM=Planet ''Hokotate''; see above | ||
|ChiTrad | |ChiTrad=荷克塔特星 | ||
|ChiTradR = | |ChiTradR= | ||
|ChiTradM = Planet Hocotate | |ChiTradM=Planet Hocotate | ||
|ChiSimp | |ChiSimp=荷克塔特星 | ||
|ChiSimpR = | |ChiSimpR= | ||
|ChiSimpM = Planet Hocotate | |ChiSimpM=Planet Hocotate | ||
|Dut | |Dut=Planeet Hocotate | ||
|DutM = Planet Hocotate | |DutM=Planet Hocotate | ||
|Fra | |Fra=La planète Hocotate | ||
|FraM = | |FraM=The planet Hocotate | ||
|Ger | |Ger=Planet Hocotate | ||
|GerM = Planet Hocotate | |GerM=Planet Hocotate | ||
|Ita | |Ita=Pianeta Hocotate | ||
|ItaM = Planet Hocotate | |ItaM=Planet Hocotate | ||
|Kor | |Kor=호코타테 행성 | ||
|KorR = | |KorR=hokotate haengseong | ||
|KorM = Planet Hocotate | |KorM=Planet Hocotate | ||
|Spa | |Spa=Planeta Hocotate | ||
|SpaM | |SpaM=Planet Hocotate | ||
|Rus=Хокотатэ | |||
|RusR=Khokotate | |||
|Rus | |RusM=Hocotate | ||
|RusR = Khokotate | |RusN=From {{ssbu}} | ||
|RusM = Hocotate | |notes=y | ||
|RusN = From {{ssbu}} | |||
|notes = y | |||
}} | }} | ||
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[[Category:Hocotate]] | [[Category:Hocotate]] | ||
[[Category:Planets]] | [[Category:Planets]] | ||