Samurai Helmet

The Samurai Helmet is headgear in Splatoon and Splatoon 2. It is a 2-star item produced by and comes with the main ability  in Splatoon and  in Splatoon 2.

It is available in Splatoon and Splatoon 2 as a reward through the Splatoon series amiibo.

It cannot be ordered through Spyke or Murch.

Appearance
The Samurai Helmet is a large helmet wider than the wearer's shoulders, in the style of kabuto. It has a shiny gold crest on the front in the shape of a stylized squid and a thick cord tied in a bow at the chin. It also has two large, curved, wing-like shapes, one on both sides of the head. The cord as well as the back and sides of the helmet change color to match that of the wearer's Ink.

Because of its unusually large size, the Samurai Helmet often clips with the wearer's body and/or surroundings.

Abilities
The Samurai Helmet comes with as a main ability.

As a 2-star item, it also has two slots for secondary abilities. Since it is made by the brand, all abilities have an equal chance of being rolled.

Unlock
The Samurai Helmet is awarded after completing the first set of missions from the  amiibo:


 * 1. Octotrooper Hideout &mdash; Catch That Zapfish!
 * 2. Lair of the Octoballs &mdash; Splat Your Way to the Top!
 * 3. Rise of the Octocopters &mdash; Leap to Victory!
 * Boss 1: Squish, Squash, Smash... The Mighty Octostomp!

Abilities
The Samurai Helmet comes with as a main ability.

As a 2-star item, it also has two slots for secondary abilities. Since it is made by the brand, all abilities have an equal chance of being rolled.

Trivia

 * A UI icon for the item was discovered in the data files for Super Mario Maker. The metalic flanges on the front are straight and do not appear to be reflective at this time, and the cord is blue.