Splat Charger

The Splat Charger is a Main Weapon in Splatoon and Splatoon 2.

Splatoon 2
The Splat Charger returns for Splatoon 2 with a new design and the instead of. The player can now charge up a shot, go into squid form, and for a brief period of time they can turn back into a kid and the charger shoots automatically. The player now lights up while charging a shot, and if the player is charging a shot, and goes into squid form, the player also glows.

"A long-range weapon suited for picking off distant foes. Hold to charge and then release it to fire. Enter squid form while holding  to store your charge for a bit."

- Splatoon 2 Switch event Demo

Demonstration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJjYiv-EVb0

Splatoon
The Splat Charger, like other Charger-type weapons, can be charged up to increase range and damage. The more it is charged, the farther the Ink will go. On top of that, a fully charged shot will splat an enemy in one hit if it lands. It also creates a thick line of ink, rather than a small blob like Shooters do. This weapon is the most basic form of Charger in Splatoon and comes in a set with the and.

"Charges up before releasing a concentrated, high-powered burst with excellent range. Charging takes a while, so be careful not to open yourself up to attack!"

- In-Game Description

"News flash! We’ve just confirmed that this weapon is called a Splat Charger. Apparently ink is pressurized in the tank and then fired off in powerful blasts that are super effective at hitting long-range targets. Sooo sweet!"

- Live from the Squid Research Lab

Demonstration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKQrpnCWju0