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The '''Grub-dog family''' contains true Bulborbs as well as several other species in the [[Pikmin series|Pikmin games]]. The most | The '''Grub-dog family''' contains true Bulborbs as well as several other species in the [[Pikmin series|Pikmin games]]. The most well-known member of this family is the [[Red Bulborb]]. It was previously believed that [[Dwarf Bulborbs]] were immature Bulborbs, but it was later discovered that they are a species of their own and actually belong to the [[Breadbug (family)|Breadbug family]]. | ||
The Grub-dogs' name comes from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larva grub], and dog, because Captain Olimar's dog, [[Bulbie]], resembles a Bulborb. Moreover, Bulborb is derived from Bulbie. However, a [[Hocotate|Hocotatian]] dog looks very different than an earth dog. | The Grub-dogs' name comes from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larva grub], and dog, because Captain Olimar's dog, [[Bulbie]], resembles a Bulborb. Moreover, Bulborb is derived from Bulbie. However, a [[Hocotate|Hocotatian]] dog looks very different than an earth dog. | ||
==Red | ==Red Bulborb== | ||
{{main|Red Bulborb}} | {{main|Red Bulborb}} | ||
[[Image:NPC Red Bulborb.jpg|left|143px|thumb|A Red Bulborb.]] | [[Image:NPC Red Bulborb.jpg|left|143px|thumb|A Red Bulborb.]] | ||
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''Scientific Name: Oculus kageyamii folliculus'' | ''Scientific Name: Oculus kageyamii folliculus'' | ||
Hairy Bulborbs are enemies exclusive to Pikmin 2. A Bulborb variant which shares many traits with the [[Red Bulborb]], Hairy Bulborbs are mostly white, with a brown nose and blue spots. The most notable characteristic of this particular subspecies is a plume of fluffy white hair on the creature's back, which insulates its body as an adaption to a colder habitat, and it falls off in battle. | |||
Hairy Bulborbs behave similarly to Red Bulborbs, but are slightly more aggressive and more resilient to attack. They can still be overpowered with a large army of Pikmin, but the safest way to take down one of these furry beasts would be to use one of | |||
[[Defeating mature Bulborbs|these tactics]]. | |||
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==Orange Bulborb== | ==Orange Bulborb== | ||
{{main|Orange Bulborb}} | {{main|Orange Bulborb}} | ||
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''Scientific Name: Oculus kageyamii orangium'' | ''Scientific Name: Oculus kageyamii orangium'' | ||
The Orange Bulborb is another enemy | The Orange Bulborb is another enemy in [[Pikmin 2]]. Its appearance closely resembles that of other Bulborbs, but this particular variant sports an orange rump with black spots and a black face. Its yellow, bloodshot eyes are an indicator of this dangerous creature's vicious temperament. | ||
As with other Bulborbs, you will usually find this animal snoozing. It does not have any particular resistances or special attacks, and can't stuff any more Pikmin into its mouth than its relatives, but approach with caution: as you will see from experience, Orange Bulborbs are especially easy to wake from a nap, and can often be extremely difficult to defeat without losing any Pikmin, even when using traditional Bulborb-fighting tactics. | As with other Bulborbs, you will usually find this animal snoozing. It does not have any particular resistances or special attacks, and can't stuff any more Pikmin into its mouth than its relatives, but approach with caution: as you will see from experience, Orange Bulborbs are especially easy to wake from a nap, and can often be extremely difficult to defeat without losing any Pikmin, even when using traditional Bulborb-fighting tactics. | ||
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==Spotty Bulbear== | ==Spotty Bulbear== | ||
{{main|Spotty Bulbear}} | {{main|Spotty Bulbear}} | ||
[[Image:NPC Spotty Bulbear.jpg|left|180px|thumb|A Spotty Bulbear.]] | |||
''Scientific Name: Oculus terribilis dotticum'' | |||
Spotty Bulbears are creatures in both Pikmin games which resemble Bulborbs in appearance, but are not identical. They are a bit shorter, with rounded snouts, large chapped lips, and a wide mouth which allows them to gobble up many more Pikmin. From a distance, they are easily distinguishable by their tan faces and black bodies with red spots. You will often see a Spotty Bulbear being followed by a group of [[Dwarf Bulbear]]s. | Spotty Bulbears are creatures in both Pikmin games which resemble Bulborbs in appearance, but are not identical. They are a bit shorter, with rounded snouts, large chapped lips, and a wide mouth which allows them to gobble up many more Pikmin. From a distance, they are easily distinguishable by their tan faces and black bodies with red spots. You will often see a Spotty Bulbear being followed by a group of [[Dwarf Bulbear]]s. | ||
These beasts slept most of the time in Pikmin 1, but still posed a realistic threat, as they were a good deal tougher than Spotty (Red) Bulborbs. In Pikmin 2, they are wide-awake during daytime hours, making them all the more dangerous. Instead of passively waiting for food to wander by, Bulbears will traverse set patrol routes while hunting, which can sometimes lead them in the direction of your camp. You should never leave Pikmin unattended in Bulbear territory unless you're familiar with its patrol path. Attacking a Bulbear can be especially difficult if it is being followed by Dwarf Bulbears, as they will quickly devour any Pikmin that fall to the ground. Mature Bulbears are also one of two enemies in Pikmin 2 that can revive itself shortly after being felled, so make haste in disposing of the body. | These beasts slept most of the time in Pikmin 1, but still posed a realistic threat, as they were a good deal tougher than Spotty (Red) Bulborbs. In Pikmin 2, they are wide-awake during daytime hours, making them all the more dangerous. Instead of passively waiting for food to wander by, Bulbears will traverse set patrol routes while hunting, which can sometimes lead them in the direction of your camp. You should never leave Pikmin unattended in Bulbear territory unless you're familiar with its patrol path. Attacking a Bulbear can be especially difficult if it is being followed by Dwarf Bulbears, as they will quickly devour any Pikmin that fall to the ground. Mature Bulbears are also one of two enemies in Pikmin 2 that can revive itself after shortly after being felled, so make haste in disposing of the body. | ||
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==Dwarf Bulbear== | ==Dwarf Bulbear== | ||
{{main|Dwarf Bulbear}} | {{main|Dwarf Bulbear}} | ||
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Like the [[Spotty Bulbear]], the Dwarf Bulbear appears in both Pikmin games. They resemble miniature [[Spotty Bulbear]]s, but unlike Dwarf Bulborbs, are actually juvenile Bulbears. Bulbears in particular are known for hunting along set patrol routes in search for prey, but these immature grub-dogs do not yet have established routes, and thus rely on their parent to guide them towards food. | Like the [[Spotty Bulbear]], the Dwarf Bulbear appears in both Pikmin games. They resemble miniature [[Spotty Bulbear]]s, but unlike Dwarf Bulborbs, are actually juvenile Bulbears. Bulbears in particular are known for hunting along set patrol routes in search for prey, but these immature grub-dogs do not yet have established routes, and thus rely on their parent to guide them towards food. | ||
When by themselves, Dwarf Bulbears will behave just like Dwarf Bulborbs, hungrily sniffing at the ground while waiting for Pikmin to pass by, but they have a much higher reaction time than Dwarf Bulborbs and will not return to their original position after being disturbed. If an adult Bulbear happens to stroll by, these eager young creatures will bark and immediately fall into line behind the beast. Large numbers of Dwarf Bulbears can gather quickly in this way, so it's best to pick them off individually before they get the chance to clump. Sometimes the Bulbear is hidden, but you can tell it's there if the Dwarf Bulbear(s) are sniffing back and forth at a rapid pace and occasionally barking and walking forward a bit | When by themselves, Dwarf Bulbears will behave just like Dwarf Bulborbs, hungrily sniffing at the ground while waiting for Pikmin to pass by, but they have a much higher reaction time than Dwarf Bulborbs and will not return to their original position after being disturbed. If an adult Bulbear happens to stroll by, these eager young creatures will bark and immediately fall into line behind the beast. Large numbers of Dwarf Bulbears can gather quickly in this way, so it's best to pick them off individually before they get the chance to clump. Sometimes the Bulbear is hidden, but you can tell it's there if the Dwarf Bulbear(s) are sniffing back and forth at a rapid pace and occasionally barking and walking forward a bit. | ||
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''Scientific Name: Oculus vulcanus'' | ''Scientific Name: Oculus vulcanus'' | ||
The Fiery Bulblax is found only in Pikmin 2, and is a rather odd-looking creature. Its entire body has a melted appearance, and one of its eyes is smaller than the other, possibly an eye tic. This mean-looking creature's skin secretes chemicals which combust upon exposure to oxygen, setting its body aflame. | The Fiery Bulblax is found only in Pikmin 2, and is a rather odd-looking creature. Its entire body has a melted appearance, and one of its eyes is smaller than the other, possibly an eye tic (this, along with it's strange shape may be a reference to another Nintendo character: "King K. Rool" from the Donkey Kong series). This mean-looking creature's skin secretes chemicals which combust upon exposure to oxygen, setting its body aflame. | ||
Only | Only | ||
[[Red Pikmin]] can withstand the blaze this creature's body produces. However, if lured into water, the flames can be extinguished, making it a prime target for [[Blue Pikmin]]. [[Purple Pikmin]] can deal damage and potentially stun the Bulblax simply by being thrown, so they work well in any situation provided they're called back before they burn to death. Whichever strategy is used, use of a [[spray]] is advisable to avoid losing any Pikmin to this walking inferno. It's also possible to slay this beast with your captains if you have the [[Scorch Guard]], especially useful on the second sublevel of the [[Cavern of Chaos]], where there are three of these creatures. | [[Red Pikmin]] can withstand the blaze this creature's body produces. However, if lured into water, the flames can be extinguished, making it a prime target for [[Blue Pikmin]]. [[Purple Pikmin]] can deal damage and potentially stun the Bulblax simply by being thrown, so they work well in any situation provided they're called back before they burn to death. Whichever strategy is used, use of a [[spray]] is advisable to avoid losing any Pikmin to this walking inferno. It's also possible to slay this beast with your captains if you have the [[Scorch Guard]], especially useful on the second sublevel of the [[Cavern of Chaos]], where there are three of these creatures. | ||
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==Emperor Bulblax== | ==Emperor Bulblax== | ||
{{main|Emperor Bulblax}} | {{main|Emperor Bulblax}} | ||
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==Empress Bulblax== | ==Empress Bulblax== | ||
{{main|Empress Bulblax}} | {{main|Empress Bulblax}} | ||
[[Image:Empressblublax.jpg|left|188px|thumb|The Empress Bulblax]] | [[Image:Empressblublax.jpg|left|188px|thumb|The Empress Bulblax.]] | ||
''Scientific Name: Oculus matriarcha'' | ''Scientific Name: Oculus matriarcha'' | ||
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Bulborb Larvae are only seen in Pikmin 2. These newly-born Bulborbs are without legs and do not yet have the unique color patterns that the adults display, but have white bodies with yellowish faces and what appear to be small pink tails. | Bulborb Larvae are only seen in Pikmin 2. These newly-born Bulborbs are without legs and do not yet have the unique color patterns that the adults display, but have white bodies with yellowish faces and what appear to be small pink tails. | ||
These tiny creatures have exceptionally low vitality, being able to be killed with a single hit, but it is not advised that you make an attempt at them with your Pikmin, as the larvae eat them with incredible speed. Captains are usually used to deal with swarms of | These tiny creatures have exceptionally low vitality, being able to be killed with a single hit, but it is not advised that you make an attempt at them with your Pikmin, as the larvae eat them with incredible speed. Captains are usually used to deal with swarms of them. The little monsters are continuously born from | ||
[[Empress Bulblax]]es located on Sublevel 8 of the [[Frontier Cavern]], Sublevel 11 of the [[Hole of Heroes]], and Sublevel 4 of the [[Emperor's Realm]] in [[Challenge Mode]] | [[Empress Bulblax]]es located on Sublevel 8 of the [[Frontier Cavern]], Sublevel 11 of the [[Hole of Heroes]], and Sublevel 4 of the [[Emperor's Realm]] in [[Challenge Mode]]. Only a certain amount can be born, though it is a great sum to comprehend, and if you destroy enough of them, the Empress Bulblax may wake up and start giving birth again. They burst upon being defeated, meaning you cannot carry them back to the [[Research Pod]], but they will sometimes release [[nectar]] for your Pikmin. | ||
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==Water Dumple== | ==Water Dumple== | ||
{{main|Water Dumple}} | {{main|Water Dumple}} | ||