Mini Splatling

The Mini Splatling is a Main Weapon in Splatoon and Splatoon 2. In Splatoon, it was released on September 5th, 2015 at.

Description
The Mini Splatling has a very short charge time and more maneuverability than the standard Splatling weapon. However, its range is significantly shorter than the Heavy Splatling and shoots for less time, forcing the user to engage enemies more directly.

"A lightweight and powerful Splatling. A short charge time and rapid rate of fire deny the opponent any chance to catch their breath."

- In-Game Description

"The Mini Splatling has a short charge time and easy handling. Also, everyone knows that mini things are cute. Look at how cute that Mini Splatling is. You know what’s better than just a Mini Splating? A Mini Splatling with Suction Bombs and an Inkzooka!"

- Live from the Squid Research Lab

Demonstration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVSxI75y5RQ

Etymology
Mini Splatling is derived from Mini, and a portmanteau of Splat and Gatling.

スプラスピナー Supura Supinā is a combination of either Splat or Splash, and Spinner. Spinner is due to the fact that the barrels of the Mini Splatling rotate while charging and firing.