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The '''Waterwraith''' ({{j|アメボウズ|Ame Bouzu|Rain Monk}}) is a boss from ''[[Pikmin 2]]'' and ''[[Pikmin 4]]'', found in all sublevels of the [[Submerged Castle]]. It can only be damaged by [[Purple Pikmin]]; however, the entrance to the cave is flooded, making them impossible to bring along. Since Purple Pikmin are only obtainable in the cave's final floor, the Waterwraith is completely invincible and immune to attacks in the first four sublevels | The '''Waterwraith''' ({{j|アメボウズ|Ame Bouzu|Rain Monk}}) is a boss from ''[[Pikmin 2]]'' and ''[[Pikmin 4]]'', found in all sublevels of the [[Submerged Castle]] and all sublevels of the [[Engulfed Castle]], respectively. | ||
It can only be damaged by [[Purple Pikmin]]; however, the entrance to the cave is flooded, making them impossible to bring along. Since Purple Pikmin are only obtainable in the cave's final floor, the Waterwraith is completely invincible and immune to attacks in the first four sublevels. | |||
Its appearance is generally humanoid in shape, with the suggestion of a head, body, arms, and legs, but without distinct characteristics, and with a watery, transparent body. As a matter of fact, its scientific name is ''Amphibio sapiens'', which is similar to the human's scientific name: ''Homo sapiens''. The [[Hocotate ship]] notes that although it can be seen, its sensors somehow detect nothing, leading to the conclusion that the Waterwraith's physical form is anchored in another dimension. It is one of the most dangerous [[Enemy|enemies]], as it can instantly kill [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] by just rolling over them, and cannot be deterred or defeated until the final floor. However, it does not appear immediately, instead giving the player a five minute period before appearing. In the Bully Den, both Waterwraiths will fall when the seconds counter falls to 270, leaving only 30 seconds for preparation. | Its appearance is generally humanoid in shape, with the suggestion of a head, body, arms, and legs, but without distinct characteristics, and with a watery, transparent body. As a matter of fact, its scientific name is ''Amphibio sapiens'', which is similar to the human's scientific name: ''Homo sapiens''. The [[Hocotate ship]] notes that although it can be seen, its sensors somehow detect nothing, leading to the conclusion that the Waterwraith's physical form is anchored in another dimension. It is one of the most dangerous [[Enemy|enemies]], as it can instantly kill [[Pikmin family|Pikmin]] by just rolling over them, and cannot be deterred or defeated until the final floor. However, it does not appear immediately, instead giving the player a five minute period before appearing. In the Bully Den, both Waterwraiths will fall when the seconds counter falls to 270, leaving only 30 seconds for preparation. | ||
The Waterwraith is one of the few bosses in ''Pikmin 2'' which has its own background [[music]], along with the [[Titan Dweevil]] and the [[Giant Breadbug]]. In the Submerged Castle, when it appears, [[Music in Pikmin 2#Waterwraith attacks|its own theme]] plays. When it is fought in the last sublevel, the [[Music in Pikmin 2#Common boss battle|normal boss music]] plays, and when it has no rollers, a special, crazy, funky lighthearted [[Music in Pikmin 2#Waterwraith vulnerable|version of the boss music]] plays. | The Waterwraith is one of the few bosses in ''Pikmin 2'' which has its own background [[music]], along with the [[Titan Dweevil]] and the [[Giant Breadbug]]. In the Submerged Castle, when it appears, [[Music in Pikmin 2#Waterwraith attacks|its own theme]] plays. When it is fought in the last sublevel, the [[Music in Pikmin 2#Common boss battle|normal boss music]] plays, and when it has no rollers, a special, crazy, funky lighthearted [[Music in Pikmin 2#Waterwraith vulnerable|version of the boss music]] plays. | ||
The Waterwraith is also found in the [[Bully Den]] in [[Challenge Mode (Pikmin 2)|Challenge Mode]], as well as in ''Pikmin 4'''s final cave, [[Cavern for a King]], where two can be found on a single sublevel and spawn immediately. These are, however, intended to be fought with Purple Pikmin. | |||
==Stats== | ==Stats== | ||
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===While wandering=== | ===While wandering=== | ||
The Waterwraith will come on any sublevel of the Submerged Castle, after 5 minutes. When encountered, the beast falls from the sky. This will give two falling noises followed by two heavy thuds and then a noise like a scream underwater. It lifts up its front roller, and smashes it on the ground, [[crushing]] any Pikmin underneath. It then commences moving around on its stone rollers. However, before sublevel 5, there is '''no way''' at all to harm it; not even [[bomb rock]]s or attacking with Pikmin after using an [[ultra-bitter spray]] will have any effect. With that in mind, there are a few things to remember: | The Waterwraith will come on any sublevel of the Submerged Castle or Engulfed Castle, after 5 minutes. When encountered, the beast falls from the sky. This will give two falling noises followed by two heavy thuds and then a noise like a scream underwater. It lifts up its front roller, and smashes it on the ground, [[crushing]] any Pikmin underneath. It then commences moving around on its stone rollers. However, before sublevel 5, there is '''no way''' at all to harm it; not even [[bomb rock]]s or attacking with Pikmin after using an [[ultra-bitter spray]] will have any effect. With that in mind, there are a few things to remember: | ||
*The Waterwraith can kill other enemies and disable traps. This can be used to your advantage. | *The Waterwraith can kill other enemies and disable traps. This can be used to your advantage. | ||
*It follows the active leader. This can be used to your advantage, similar to the fight with the [[Ranging Bloyster]]. | *It follows the active leader. This can be used to your advantage, similar to the fight with the [[Ranging Bloyster]]. | ||
*The Waterwraith does not go into small corners, crevices, dead-ends, and areas with Candypop Buds (even if it has been used) making these places safe to hide in. | *The Waterwraith does not go into small corners, crevices, dead-ends, and areas with Candypop Buds (even if it has been used) making these places safe to hide in. In ''Pikmin 4'', there are specially marked crevices with grass and metal archways that the Wraith will be unable to access. | ||
* | *In ''Pikmin 2'', if you're having a difficult time avoiding the Waterwraith, you can always reset in an attempt to get an easier or more exploitable floor layout. Similarly, in ''Pikmin 4'', the [[Rewind]] mechanic can be essential to making more efficient movements around the sublevels or making up for heavy losses. | ||
*A cloud of dust is visible behind the Waterwraith, allowing you to keep better track of it. | *A cloud of dust is visible behind the Waterwraith, allowing you to keep better track of it. | ||
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*You should collect treasures as quickly as possible and avoid collecting corpses. If you're fast enough, you can avoid facing the Waterwraith entirely. Remember that you can return to the cave and collect anything you missed the first time around. | *You should collect treasures as quickly as possible and avoid collecting corpses. If you're fast enough, you can avoid facing the Waterwraith entirely. Remember that you can return to the cave and collect anything you missed the first time around. | ||
*It is advised to at least have the [[Rush Boots]] power up, which can allow leaders to quickly escape the Waterwraith. The [[Stellar Orb]] also helps to illuminate the area, giving you a good view of where the beast is. | *It is advised to at least have the [[Rush Boots]] power up, which can allow leaders to quickly escape the Waterwraith. The [[Stellar Orb]] also helps to illuminate the area, giving you a good view of where the beast is. | ||
*In ''Pikmin 4'', The Water Wraith presents very little issue to Oatchi due to his compactness and precise handling, making him ideal for Pikmin transportation instead of letting the Pikmin squad roam free. | |||
===Battle=== | ===Battle=== | ||
[[File:Waterwraith stunned.png|thumb|A stunned Waterwraith, vulnerable to attacks.]] | [[File:Waterwraith stunned.png|thumb|A stunned Waterwraith, vulnerable to attacks.]] | ||
Since it can only be damaged by Purple Pikmin, the only way to combat it in the Submerged Castle is to survive until the final sublevel, where you can get Purple Pikmin via [[Violet Candypop Bud]]s. | Since it can only be damaged by Purple Pikmin, the only way to combat it in the Submerged Castle and Engulfed Castle is to survive until the final sublevel, where you can get Purple Pikmin via [[Violet Candypop Bud]]s. | ||
When a Purple Pikmin lands on or near the Waterwraith in a fashion that would stun any other beast, it turns a deep shade of purple not dissimilar to that of the Pikmin that cause this state to come about. In this state, it is vulnerable to '''all''' Pikmin attacks. When the Wraith's [[health]] has been fully depleted, the rollers crumble and the Waterwraith will run aimlessly around the cave, no longer a threat to your Pikmin. Attack with more Purple Pikmin and then you can easily attack it with other Pikmin. When defeated, it will vanish into nothing, and you will be troubled no more. It drops the [[Professional Noisemaker]], a useful addition to the [[Exploration Kit]], the first time you beat it in the [[Submerged Castle]]. | When a Purple Pikmin lands on or near the Waterwraith in a fashion that would stun any other beast, it turns a deep shade of purple not dissimilar to that of the Pikmin that cause this state to come about. In this state, it is vulnerable to '''all''' Pikmin attacks. When the Wraith's [[health]] has been fully depleted, the rollers crumble and the Waterwraith will run aimlessly around the cave, no longer a threat to your Pikmin. Attack with more Purple Pikmin and then you can easily attack it with other Pikmin. When defeated, it will vanish into nothing, and you will be troubled no more. It drops the [[Professional Noisemaker]], a useful addition to the [[Exploration Kit]], the first time you beat it in the [[Submerged Castle]]. | ||