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[[File:SeesawBlock.jpg|thumb|A seesaw block in ''Pikmin 3''.]] | [[File:SeesawBlock.jpg|thumb|A seesaw block in ''Pikmin 3''.]] | ||
'''Seesaw blocks''' | '''Seesaw blocks''' are pairs of blocks that, together, act as a scale. They are only found in {{p2}} and {{p3}}, and only aboveground. Usually, one of the blocks in a pair is low enough to walk onto, the other higher, but still low enough for [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] to be [[throw]]n onto it. The block with the most weight on top of it will go down, and the other will go up in the process. Their purpose is to provide access to higher ground. [[HUD#Carrying numbers|"Carrying" numbers]] appear above the blocks, allowing players to understand the weight exerted on each one. In ''Pikmin 2'', the leaders have no influence on the weight a seesaw block is submitted to, but they do in ''Pikmin 3''. | ||
In ''Pikmin 2'', these blocks are made of wood, and the two blocks in a pair are almost always found right next to one another, with the exceptions being the ones near the [[Air Brake]] and the [[Massage Girdle]]. In ''Pikmin 3'', they look like decorated boxes, and the two blocks in the same pair are always found far away from one another. In addition, there is another | In ''Pikmin 2'', these blocks are made of wood, and the two blocks in a pair are almost always found right next to one another, with the exceptions being the ones near the [[Air Brake]] and the [[Massage Girdle]]. In ''Pikmin 3'', they look like decorated boxes, and the two blocks in the same pair are always found far away from one another. In addition, there is another tool called an [[#Elevator platform|elevator platform]] that functions the same, but is presented differently. | ||
==Use== | ==Use== | ||
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===''Pikmin 3''=== | ===''Pikmin 3''=== | ||
In ''Pikmin 3'', because the matching blocks are far away from one another, two leaders are needed to operate them effectively. The leader that should go up should stay on the lowered block, while another leader near the other block should throw Pikmin to increase the weight there. Meanwhile, the first leader will rise up and access the ledge they needed. If the player wishes to bring Pikmin up with them, it is recommended to throw said Pikmin onto the upper ledge, instead of letting them ride on the block, otherwise that will just mean more Pikmin will have to be put on the other side to balance it out. | In ''Pikmin 3'', because the matching blocks are far away from one another, two leaders are needed to operate them effectively. The leader that should go up should stay on the lowered block, while another leader near the other block should throw Pikmin to increase the weight there. Meanwhile, the first leader will rise up and access the ledge they needed. If the player wishes to bring Pikmin up with them, it is recommended to throw said Pikmin onto the upper ledge, instead of letting them ride on the block, otherwise that will just mean more Pikmin will have to be put on the other side to balance it out. | ||
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==Elevator platform== | ==Elevator platform== | ||
{{image|their appearances in ''Hey! Pikmin''.}} | {{image|their appearances in ''Hey! Pikmin''.}} | ||
'''Elevator platforms''' are pairs of tin cans, bound together by a piece of rope, hanging from a pulley system. They act the same as seesaw blocks, but instead of protruding from the ground, they rise and lower in the air. Despite being possible to walk under them it is not possible to get [[Crushing|crushed]] by them. In ''Hey! Pikmin'', they act as minor | '''Elevator platforms''' are pairs of tin cans, bound together by a piece of rope, hanging from a pulley system. They act the same as seesaw blocks, but instead of protruding from the ground, they rise and lower in the air. Despite being possible to walk under them it is not possible to get [[Crushing|crushed]] by them. In ''Hey! Pikmin'', they act as minor tools and are presented in three different colors; red, yellow, and blue. However, in ''Pikmin 3'' and the ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]'' series they're only red. | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
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Zest Bomb Garden of Hope.jpg|[[Brittany]] and her Pikmin on some elevator platforms. | Zest Bomb Garden of Hope.jpg|[[Brittany]] and her Pikmin on some elevator platforms. | ||
ElevatorPlatform.jpg|A pair of elevator platforms. | ElevatorPlatform.jpg|A pair of elevator platforms. | ||
Elevator platform P3 usage.jpg|[[Brittany]] and [[Yellow Pikmin]] using an elevator platform. | Elevator platform P3 usage.jpg|[[Brittany]] and [[Yellow Pikmin]] using an elevator platform. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===Weighted platform=== | |||
[[File:P3D Elevator Platform Pair.jpg|thumb|The weighted platform in the [[Garden of Hope]]]] | |||
In ''Pikmin 3'', in the [[Garden of Hope]], a platform with various weights on it appears near the [[Astringent Clump]]. Due to this, the base weight of the platform is of 10 Pikmin, meaning 11 Pikmin are needed to weight the other platform down. | |||
===Locations=== | ===Locations=== | ||
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==Weight oddities== | ==Weight oddities== | ||
[[File:Seesaw block P2 Olimar's weight.png|thumb | [[File:Seesaw block P2 Olimar's weight.png|thumb|Captain Olimar's weight, shown as 0 after pausing the game.]] | ||
In some circumstances, the weight exerted on a block can make no logical sense. | In some circumstances, the weight exerted on a block can make no logical sense. | ||
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** If a leader is holding a Pikmin while on top of the block, the number will reflect the weight of the Pikmin, unless it is a [[Purple Pikmin]]. A held Purple Pikmin only weighs 2 units, instead of the usual 10. | ** If a leader is holding a Pikmin while on top of the block, the number will reflect the weight of the Pikmin, unless it is a [[Purple Pikmin]]. A held Purple Pikmin only weighs 2 units, instead of the usual 10. | ||
* ''Pikmin 3'' | * ''Pikmin 3'' | ||
** When a leader is holding a Pikmin, one extra unit of weight is applied on the block. This glitch happens on seesaw blocks, but not on elevator platforms. | ** When a leader is holding a Pikmin, one extra unit of weight is applied on the block, for a total of 3 units. This glitch happens on seesaw blocks, but not on elevator platforms. | ||
** Winged Pikmin can never contribute to a seesaw block's weight. When airborne, this makes sense, but if a Winged Pikmin gets knocked back by an enemy while attacking it (e.g. a [[Yellow Wollywog]]), it will be grounded for a bit, and then walk for a few seconds to chase after the enemy. Even in this state, it will still not contribute any weight. | ** Winged Pikmin can never contribute to a seesaw block's weight. When airborne, this makes sense, but if a Winged Pikmin gets knocked back by an enemy while attacking it (e.g. a [[Yellow Wollywog]]), it will be grounded for a bit, and then walk for a few seconds to chase after the enemy. Even in this state, it will still not contribute any weight. | ||
In addition, in ''Pikmin 2'', if a leader or enemy is standing on a seesaw block alone, no weight value is shown. But when the player pauses the game or triggers a dialog box, the [[HUD#Fraction numbers|fraction numbers]] actually appear, and reveal that these objects weigh 0. The same also happens with [[ | In addition, in ''Pikmin 2'', if a leader or enemy is standing on a seesaw block alone, no weight value is shown. But when the player pauses the game or triggers a dialog box, the [[HUD#Fraction numbers|fraction numbers]] actually appear, and reveal that these objects weigh 0. The same also happens with [[bag]]s, since they are internally seesaw blocks. | ||
==Names in other languages== | ==Names in other languages== | ||
'''Seesaw block''' | '''Seesaw block''' | ||
{{foreignname | {{foreignname | ||
|Jap=角材 | |Jap=シーソー (''Pikmin 2'')<br>Shīsō (''Pikmin 2'')<br>角材<br>''Kakuzai'' | ||
|JapM=Seesaw (''Pikmin 2'')<br><br>Square timber | |||
|JapM=Square timber | |SpaA=Caja subibaja | ||
|SpaAM=Seesaw box | |||
}} | }} | ||
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|JapR=Gittan-bako | |JapR=Gittan-bako | ||
|JapM=Seesaw box | |JapM=Seesaw box | ||
|Spa=Plataforma elevadora | |||
|SpaM=Elevator platform | |||
}} | }} | ||
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==See also== | ==See also== | ||
*[[Cardboard box]] | *[[Cardboard box]] | ||
*[[ | *[[Bag]] | ||
{{featured|{{date|29|August}}|{{date|3|October|2008}}}} | {{featured|{{date|29|August}}|{{date|3|October|2008}}}} | ||
{{ | {{tools}} | ||