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|name = Oculus kageyamii russus | |name = Oculus kageyamii russus | ||
|family = Grub-dog | |family = Grub-dog | ||
|areas = [[The Forest of Hope]] | |areas = '''''Pikmin 1'''''<br>[[The Forest of Hope]]<br>'''''Pikmin 2'''''<br>[[Valley of Repose]]<br>[[Awakening Wood]] | ||
|underground = [[Hole of Beasts]] | |underground = [[Hole of Beasts]]<br>[[Hole of Heroes]]<br>[[Dream Den]]<br>[[Angle Maze]] | ||
|challenge = [[The Forest of Hope]] | |challenge = '''''Pikmin 1'''''<br>[[The Forest of Hope]]<br>[[The Distant Spring]]<br>'''''Pikmin 2'''''<br>[[Explorer's Cave]]<br>[[Lost Toy Box]]<br>[[Red Chasm]]<br>[[Collector's Room]]<br>[[Breeding Ground]]<br>[[Emperor's Realm]] | ||
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'''Red Bulborbs''' are among the most well-known enemies in the [[Pikmin (series)|Pikmin games]] and are often just as much a staple for the games as [[Pikmin | '''Red Bulborbs''' are among the most well-known enemies in the ''[[Pikmin (series)|Pikmin games]]'' and are often just as much a staple for the games as [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] themselves. They were originally known as Spotty Bulborbs until various other subspecies, all with spots, were discovered in ''[[Pikmin 2]]''. | ||
It seems that the young Red Bulborb is the favored host of the parasitic Pikmin known as [[Bulbmin]]. This type of [[Pikmin (species)|Pikmin]] appears to control its host, causing the animal to behave less like a Bulborb and more like a Pikmin, following a [[Captain]] (which is naturally an older Bulbmin) and predating in packs. Red Bulborbs are not observed at the two stages of development displayed by Bulbmin (between [[Bulborb Larva]] and their full size) anywhere else in-game (unlike the [[Spotty Bulbear]] and [[Emperor Bulblax]]), so it is unknown whether Bulbmin are a common stage in Red Bulborb development or not, as symbiotic cooperation from the parasite would give this slightly weaker form of [[Grub-dog]] an advantage in the subterranean environment that all stages of the Red Bulborb species are found in. The best known form, the large adults, also venture to the surface. | It seems that the young Red Bulborb is the favored host of the parasitic Pikmin known as [[Bulbmin]]. This type of [[Pikmin (species)|Pikmin]] appears to control its host, causing the animal to behave less like a Bulborb and more like a Pikmin, following a [[Captain]] (which is naturally an older Bulbmin) and predating in packs. Red Bulborbs are not observed at the two stages of development displayed by Bulbmin (between [[Bulborb Larva]] and their full size) anywhere else in-game (unlike the [[Spotty Bulbear]] and [[Emperor Bulblax]]), so it is unknown whether Bulbmin are a common stage in Red Bulborb development or not, as symbiotic cooperation from the parasite would give this slightly weaker form of [[Grub-dog]] an advantage in the subterranean environment that all stages of the Red Bulborb species are found in. The best known form, the large adults, also venture to the surface. | ||
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Most have a very slow reaction time when attacked. If rushed by a large enough force, they can be overcome before they can counterattack. It is also true that throwing numerous [[Purple Pikmin]] will work exceedingly well in defeating it without fail. Their mouths are large enough to be able to gobble up as many as five Pikmin with one bite, so attacking from behind is recommended for the best results. | Most have a very slow reaction time when attacked. If rushed by a large enough force, they can be overcome before they can counterattack. It is also true that throwing numerous [[Purple Pikmin]] will work exceedingly well in defeating it without fail. Their mouths are large enough to be able to gobble up as many as five Pikmin with one bite, so attacking from behind is recommended for the best results. | ||
Bulborbs in general are surprisingly apathetic creatures and won't arise from their sleep even if one of their own is under attack. That being said, however, [[Dwarf Red Bulborb|Dwarf Bulborbs]] in [[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin | Bulborbs in general are surprisingly apathetic creatures and won't arise from their sleep even if one of their own is under attack. That being said, however, [[Dwarf Red Bulborb|Dwarf Bulborbs]] in ''[[Pikmin (game)|Pikmin]]'' will let out a screech when agitated, awaking any nearby Bulborbs. This does not happen in ''Pikmin 2''. | ||
==Ship Log== | ==Ship Log== | ||
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[[Image:Pikmin 002.jpg|thumb|250px|Several Pikmin attacking a mature Red Bulborb.]]{{main|Defeating Mature Bulborbs}} | [[Image:Pikmin 002.jpg|thumb|250px|Several Pikmin attacking a mature Red Bulborb.]]{{main|Defeating Mature Bulborbs}} | ||
====Pikmin==== | ====''Pikmin''==== | ||
Swarm it with a large group of 50 or so Pikmin, preferably [[Red Pikmin|reds]] for their high attack power, and it'll die. If only a few Pikmin are available, repeatedly throw Pikmin onto the Bulborb's back and retreat if it starts charging at them. When it goes back to sleep, toss more Pikmin on its back. Note that a glitch exists when the Bulborb moves in to attack that renders it invincible. Unless it's at very low health, expect some Pikmin to be devoured. With a large enough Pikmin group this shouldn't be a problem, though. If [[ | Swarm it with a large group of 50 or so Pikmin, preferably [[Red Pikmin|reds]] for their high attack power, and it'll die. If only a few Pikmin are available, repeatedly throw Pikmin onto the Bulborb's back and retreat if it starts charging at them. When it goes back to sleep, toss more Pikmin on its back. Note that a glitch exists when the Bulborb moves in to attack that renders it invincible. Unless it's at very low health, expect some Pikmin to be devoured. With a large enough Pikmin group this shouldn't be a problem, though. If [[Bomb Rock]]s are used, the Bulborb will die with two blasts. | ||
====Pikmin 2==== | ====''Pikmin 2''==== | ||
Rather than swarming it, try continuously tossing Pikmin onto its back, even if some are shaken off. A few purple Pikmin can cause serious damage, especially if they stun the Bulborb. If it is accidentally awakened it before attacking with Pikmin, run away until it turns around, then make a pass at it. | Rather than swarming it, try continuously tossing Pikmin onto its back, even if some are shaken off. A few purple Pikmin can cause serious damage, especially if they stun the Bulborb. If it is accidentally awakened it before attacking with Pikmin, run away until it turns around, then make a pass at it. | ||
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Image:Red_Bulborb.jpg|A Red Bulborb, asleep. | Image:Red_Bulborb.jpg|A Red Bulborb, asleep. | ||
Image:Brawl_Bulborb.PNG|A Red Bulborb, as it appears in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. | Image:Brawl_Bulborb.PNG|A Red Bulborb, as it appears in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. | ||
Bulborb Fight.jpg|Olimar and his pikmin fighting a bulborb in Pikmin | Bulborb Fight.jpg|Olimar and his pikmin fighting a bulborb in ''Pikmin'' | ||
100i.jpg|A Red Bulborb being carried off in the Pikmin Beta. | 100i.jpg|A Red Bulborb being carried off in the ''Pikmin'' Beta. | ||
</center></gallery> | </center></gallery> | ||
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==Trivia== | |||
*In the ''Nintendogs'' games, at the second-hand shop, there is a Red Bulborb toy on a shelf of products in a pre-rendered background shot. | |||
*In the Nintendogs games, at the second-hand shop, there is a Red Bulborb toy on a shelf of products in a pre-rendered background shot. | |||
*Along with Olimar, the Pikmin and Louie, the Red Bulborb is available as a [[Merchandise|plush toy]], along with being a secret figurine in the first volume of Pikmin Figures. | *Along with Olimar, the Pikmin and Louie, the Red Bulborb is available as a [[Merchandise|plush toy]], along with being a secret figurine in the first volume of Pikmin Figures. | ||
*The Red Bulborb's japanese name litterally translates to "spotted crimson bug-eye". | *The Red Bulborb's japanese name litterally translates to "spotted crimson bug-eye". | ||
*On the title screen of Pikmin 2, pressing and holding the Y button will summon a Red Bulborb onto the screen. The player can control it by using the C stick and can eat Pikmin using the Z button. | *On the title screen of ''Pikmin 2'', pressing and holding the Y button will summon a Red Bulborb onto the screen. The player can control it by using the C stick and can eat Pikmin using the Z button. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
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[[category:Pikmin 2 enemies]] | [[category:Pikmin 2 enemies]] | ||
[[Category:Pikmin 1 enemies]] | [[Category:Pikmin 1 enemies]] | ||