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Rock Pikmin are a new species of Pikmin featured in [[Pikmin 3]]. They attack slower and simply appear to be rocks with pikmin's eyes, limbs, and violet flowers, just like the [[Magenta Pikmin]]. | '''Rock Pikmin''' are a new species of Pikmin featured in [[Pikmin 3]]. They attack slower and simply appear to be rocks with pikmin's eyes, limbs, and violet flowers, just like the [[Magenta Pikmin]]. They seem to also behave differently from other Pikmin, as they sit down in cases where any other pikmin would lay down, and make a different pitched noise when thrown or killed. The main part of their body seems to be a grey texture of graphite that reflects light, while the 'skin' on their arms and legs appears dark grey. When Rock Pikmin are dismissed, their sprouts glow gray. Their ghosts are also chaped like small grey rocks with eyes.? | ||
It is unknown if Rock Pikmin will be produce from [[Onion]]s, [[Candypop Bud]]s, or from [[Medusal Slurker|an entirely-new method]]. Regardless, Rock Pikmin are currently the only "confirmed" species of Pikmin for Pikmin 3. | |||
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Rock Pikmin have rock-hard bodies; they can break crystal barriers and are very tough. | Rock Pikmin have rock-hard bodies; they can break crystal barriers and are very tough. | ||
They appear to be able to carry the same normal capacity as any other Pikmin. Despite their increased strength, they have a setback; Rock Pikmin cannot latch onto their targets, as they bounce off and roll back. Instead, they will repeatedly attack enemies by charging headlong into them.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEbUujVkHWU&t=1m33s Pikmin 3 Demo at E3 2012]</ref> | They appear to be able to carry the same normal capacity as any other Pikmin. Despite their increased strength, they have a setback; Rock Pikmin cannot latch onto their targets, as they bounce off and roll back. Instead, if left occupied, they will repeatedly attack enemies and obstacles by charging headlong into them.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEbUujVkHWU&t=1m33s Pikmin 3 Demo at E3 2012]</ref> Rock Pikmin also ocassionally unleash additional damage to targets they hit by causing a "thump". | ||
[[File:Pikmin 3 GT gameplay|thumb|right|300px|At 1:21, a crystal ball lands on top of 3 Rock Pikmin, which are temporarily stuck underneath it. At 1:32, you can see them break the crystal, and come back to the leader.]] | [[File:Pikmin 3 GT gameplay|thumb|right|300px|At 1:21, a crystal ball lands on top of 3 Rock Pikmin, which are temporarily stuck underneath it. At 1:32, you can see them break the crystal, and come back to the leader.]] | ||
Rock Pikmin cannot be crushed by enemies or projectiles. When they have been hit by a heavy object Rock Pikmin will stay buried in the ground and pull themselves out after a short period of time. | Rock Pikmin cannot be crushed by enemies or projectiles. When they have been hit by a heavy object, Rock Pikmin will stay buried in the ground and pull themselves out after a short period of time. | ||
It can be assumed that they are somewhat similar to the [[Purple Pikmin]], at least in terms of girth and size. However, unlike Purple Pikmin, they do not stun enemies when they attack them, and throwing them does not result in a 'dive bomb' attack toward the ground. The Captains have no issue throwing the Rock Pikmin, leading to the assumption that Rock Pikmin are rock-like due to their durability, not weight. Due to their unique properties, it could be assumed they would be very useful, if not vital, in certain combat situations, such as breaking off the armor of the Armored Mawdad. | It can be assumed that they are somewhat similar to the [[Purple Pikmin]], at least in terms of girth and size. However, unlike Purple Pikmin, they do not stun enemies when they attack them, and throwing them does not result in a 'dive bomb' attack toward the ground. The Captains have no issue throwing the Rock Pikmin, leading to the assumption that Rock Pikmin are rock-like due to their durability, not weight. Due to their unique properties, it could be assumed they would be very useful, if not vital, in certain combat situations, such as breaking off the armor of the [[Armored Mawdad]]. | ||
Revision as of 22:01, November 23, 2012
| Rock Pikmin | |
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| File:Rockpikmin.jpg | |
| Resistance | Ice, glass, crystal, crushing,projectiles |
| Attack strength | Above Average |
| Mobility | Average |
| Throw | Low |
| Digging speed | Unknown |
| Carrying capacity | 1 |
Rock Pikmin are a new species of Pikmin featured in Pikmin 3. They attack slower and simply appear to be rocks with pikmin's eyes, limbs, and violet flowers, just like the Magenta Pikmin. They seem to also behave differently from other Pikmin, as they sit down in cases where any other pikmin would lay down, and make a different pitched noise when thrown or killed. The main part of their body seems to be a grey texture of graphite that reflects light, while the 'skin' on their arms and legs appears dark grey. When Rock Pikmin are dismissed, their sprouts glow gray. Their ghosts are also chaped like small grey rocks with eyes.?
It is unknown if Rock Pikmin will be produce from Onions, Candypop Buds, or from an entirely-new method. Regardless, Rock Pikmin are currently the only "confirmed" species of Pikmin for Pikmin 3.
Abilities
Rock Pikmin have rock-hard bodies; they can break crystal barriers and are very tough.
They appear to be able to carry the same normal capacity as any other Pikmin. Despite their increased strength, they have a setback; Rock Pikmin cannot latch onto their targets, as they bounce off and roll back. Instead, if left occupied, they will repeatedly attack enemies and obstacles by charging headlong into them.[1] Rock Pikmin also ocassionally unleash additional damage to targets they hit by causing a "thump".
Rock Pikmin cannot be crushed by enemies or projectiles. When they have been hit by a heavy object, Rock Pikmin will stay buried in the ground and pull themselves out after a short period of time.
It can be assumed that they are somewhat similar to the Purple Pikmin, at least in terms of girth and size. However, unlike Purple Pikmin, they do not stun enemies when they attack them, and throwing them does not result in a 'dive bomb' attack toward the ground. The Captains have no issue throwing the Rock Pikmin, leading to the assumption that Rock Pikmin are rock-like due to their durability, not weight. Due to their unique properties, it could be assumed they would be very useful, if not vital, in certain combat situations, such as breaking off the armor of the Armored Mawdad.
References
Gallery
- Rock Pikmins.jpg
The cut scene in the demo that played when Rock Pikmin were encountered for the first time.
- Pikmin3GlassWall.png
Rock Pikmin being ordered to break a glass wall. Note how only the side which the Pikmin are being thrown at appears to be taking damage.
- Pikmin 3 Pikmin.jpg
Rock Pikmin sitting with yellow, red, and blue Pikmin.
- RockPikmin Attack.png
Rock Pikmin breaking a Crystal Nodule.
- Rock pikmin.jpg
Rock Pikmin with the new leader
- Pikmin3rock-1.jpg
Miyamoto describing these new Pikmin.
Official Concept Art of the Rock Pikmin.
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| Pikmin | |
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| Types | Red Pikmin • Yellow Pikmin • Blue Pikmin • Purple Pikmin • White Pikmin Rock Pikmin • Winged Pikmin • Ice Pikmin • Bulbmin • Glow Pikmin |
| Biology | Candypop Bud • Idle • Maturity • Onion • Flarlic • Pellet Pikmin extinction • Trip • Sprout • Seedling • Soul • Squad |
| Abilities | Carry • Dig • Dodge • Fight • Hide |
| Controls | Charge • Dismiss • Swarm • Pluck • Throw • Whistle |
| Other | Decor Pikmin • Leafling • Mushroom Pikmin • Pikpik carrot |