Amiibo

amiibo are figurines produced by Nintendo that are equipped with Near-Field Communication technology and can be used in a variety of Nintendo Switch, Wii U and Nintendo 3DS games, including Splatoon and Splatoon 2.

In Splatoon
On 2015-04-01, Nintendo announced in a Nintendo Direct that Splatoon would be receiving three different amiibo on 2015-05-29. These amiibo, when scanned in Inkopolis Plaza, unlock twenty different challenges with five unlockable boss challenges in Octo Valley and new exclusive gear to wear into battle. The three amiibo that were announced were the Inkling Girl amiibo, the Inkling Boy amiibo, and the Inkling Squid amiibo with the Squid only available as part of the three-pack in North America, and in Europe exclusively in the Splatoon + Inkling Squid amiibo bundle.

Over a year after, a second wave of figures was announced, including the Squid Sisters, Callie and Marie, and recolored versions of the three amiibo from the previous wave.

Gameplay
The amiibo case is located at the southeastern corner of Inkopolis and it appears as the packaging amiibo traditionally come in. When scanning an amiibo (if the amiibo is registered) a flurry of paint circles the inside as the corresponding amiibo forms inside of it. The character introduces themselves and lays down guidelines for their challenges.

Each Wave 1 amiibo features twenty challenges if the single-player mode, Octo Valley, has been completed. The first challenge gives the player six hundred cash as a reward, with the reward increasing by one hundred more cash for each next challenge (i.e. one mission reward is 1000 cash, while the next mission reward is 1100 cash). Each challenge can be completed again, though for only a reward of 100 cash. When three challenges in the same row are completed, the fourth challenge for that set is unlocked, being the boss for its corresponding area in Octo Valley. As opposed to a monetary reward, the boss challenges provide three pieces of gear for the first three bosses, a minigame for the fourth, and a weapon blueprint for the final boss.

The Squid Sisters amiibo allow the user to view concerts in the plaza, similar to a Splatfest. The three reskins have the same behavior as their original counterparts. The challenge tree is shared between the original and reskinned amiibo.

Inkling Girl
"Dude! Lemme tell you I am SO glad you called me! I'm pickin' up a fresh vibe from you. Tell me...are you a fan of charger weapons? Cuz that's my kinda thing—making up challenges where you gotta use chargers! Are you game? Come to think of it...you've been pokin' around down in Octo Valley, yeah? Yup, I saw you in that rad outfit, fighting those...things. It looked super fun! But you know what would be even radder? If you used a charger weapon! That's my challenge to you. Clear missions with a charger, and I'll hook ya up!"

- Inkling Girl

The Inkling Girl amiibo was released on 2015-05-29 alongside Splatoon. It can be used to unlock 20 Charger challenges in Octo Valley and rewards the player with an exclusive costume piece for every four challenges completed. After completing all challenges, the player will complete the set and receive the exclusive School Gear along with the Squidball minigame and the Hero Charger Replica blueprints. It can be purchased individually or in a pack of three with the Inkling Boy and Inkling Squid amiibo in North America.

The original Inkling Girl amiibo is a light-skinned (the third from the left skin tone in Splatoon 2) Inkling with orange tentacles and orange eyes. She wears the Fake Contacts, White Tee, and Pink Trainers and carries the Splattershot. She appears to be based on the Inkling most commonly used to advertise the game, such as on the front cover and for commercials, along with the default girl Inkling.

Recolor
A recolored version of the Inkling Girl amiibo was released on 2016-07-08. Its functionality is identical to the original, but the character's in-game appearance matches the new model. The recolored Inkling Girl's skin color remains unchanged, but her tentacles are lime green and her eyes are magenta. She wears the Fake Contacts, the Black Tee, and the Black Trainers and carries the Tentatek Splattershot.

Challenges
These Octo Valley challenges must be completed with the Splat Charger:

Inkling Boy
"Sup, playa?! Thanks a ton for callin' me up! I heard you've been makin' waves around the city. And I've got an inkling that you're the type of Inkling who's up for a challenge. Wanna give one of my roller challenges a go? I heard you've been doing work in Octo Valley. Wearin' that crazy getup, wreckin' Octobros and junk! That's when I knew for sure that you've got what it takes to try my challenges. All you gotta do is beat those same missions using a roller weapon! So are you game? I've got some dope rewards lined up if you can pull it off!"

- Inkling Boy

The Inkling Boy amiibo was released on 2015-05-29 along with Splatoon. It can be used to unlock 20 Roller challenges in Octo Valley and will provide the player with an exclusive character piece after every four challenges completed. After completing all challenges, the player will complete the set and receive the exclusive Samurai Gear along with the Squid Racer minigame and the Hero Roller Replica blueprints. It can be purchased individually or in a pack of three with the Inkling Girl and Inkling Squid amiibo in North America.

The original Inkling Boy amiibo is a light-skinned (the third from the left skin tone in Splatoon 2) Inkling with dark blue tentacles and blue eyes. He wears the Fake Contacts, Zink Layered LS, and Purple Hi-Horses and carries the Splattershot. He appears to be based on the Inkling most commonly used to advertise the game, such as on the front cover and for commercials, along with the default boy Inkling.

Recolor
A recolored version of the Inkling Boy amiibo was released on 2016-07-08. Its functionality is identical to the original, but the character's in-game appearance matches the new model. The recolored Inkling Boy has dark skin, purple tentacles, and orange eyes. He wears the Fake Contacts, the Choco Layered LS, and the Gold Hi-Horses and carries the Tentatek Splattershot.

Challenges
These Octo Valley challenges must be completed with the Hero Roller:

Inkling Squid
"Why, hello there, friendo! Thank you kindly for summoning me here. I can see you're just itching for some way to test your skills. Well, I've been thinking up some challenges that might float your boat! What do you say? Think you're up to the task? By the by, I hear you've been making quite a splash over in Octo Valley. In fact, I saw you at it! Wearing outlandish gear and fighting odd creatures! I think that proves you have what it takes to attempt my challenges. What do you have to lose? I have some nice rewards for you if you win!"

- Inkling Squid

The Inkling Squid amiibo was released on 2015-05-29. It can be used to unlock 16 Kraken and 4 limited-Ink challenges, and shooter challenges in Octo Valley and will provide the player with an exclusive costume piece after every four challenges completed. After completing all the challenges, the player will complete the set and receive the exclusive Power Gear along with the Squid Beatz minigame and the Hero Shot Replica blueprints. It is available exclusively for purchase in a pack of three with the Inkling Girl amiibo and the Inkling Boy amiibo in North America, and exclusively in a bundle with the main game in Europe.

The original Inkling Squid amiibo is a green Inkling in squid form.

Recolor
A recolored version of the Inkling Squid amiibo was released on 2016-07-08. Its functionality is identical to the original, but the character's in-game appearance matches the new model. The recolored Inkling Squid is orange.

Challenges
The Inkling Squid amiibo allows players to complete specific Octo Valley missions in two ways: some can be completed as a Kraken with limited time, and others must be completed with limited ink. In the Kraken Challenges, the player is given the ability to turn into a Kraken instead of a Squid for the entirety of the level. In limited ink challenges, the player is given three or four full Ink Tanks to complete the level, but ink cannot be replenished. The challenges are as follows:

Squid Sisters
Amiibo figurines of Callie and Marie were released on 2016-07-08. They can be used to unlock exclusive in-game Squid Sisters concerts, including two exclusive solo songs; one for each sister. Using either of the Squid Sisters causes the Plaza to take on its appearance during a Splatfest, and the player will be colored after and wearing a Splatfest Tee for whichever Squid Sister was used. During the concert, no buildings can be entered, nor can Judd be talked to.

The Squid Sisters can perform the following songs, each with its' own dance routine:
 * Ink Me Up (Splatfest Battle)
 * Now or Never! (Splatfest Battle - 1 Minute Remaining!)
 * City of Color (Splatfest Plaza)
 * Maritime Memory (Credits Sequence)
 * Calamari Inkantation (Vs. DJ Octavio - Final Phase)
 * Bomb Rush Blush (Callie's solo; can only be chosen with Callie amiibo)
 * Tide Goes Out (Marie's solo; can only be chosen with Marie amiibo)

Splatoon 2 amiibo
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Other amiibo
The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Inkling amiibo can be used in Splatoon, which identifies it as the original series amiibo.

In Splatoon 2
amiibo in Splatoon 2 can save full equipment sets for quick selection in matches. The control settings (motion controls and sensitivity settings) are saved as well. They can also be used as in-game friends and players can take pictures with them. When taking pictures with the various Inkling Girl and Boy amiibos, the player can choose if they will wear their original outfit, or the gear saved to the amiibo. Upon registering the amiibo, it will ask to befriend the player, who will recieve the first gift from the amiibo which will be the Headgear. 10 victories are needed to unlock the next reward. Saving to the amiibo (In the gear selection screen) will grant the player the ability to immediately switch to the gear and weapon they had equipped while saving.

Inkling Girl 2
The new Inkling Girl amiibo was released on 2017-07-21 alongside Splatoon 2. It can be purchased individually or in a pack of three with the new Inkling Boy and new Inkling Squid amiibo in North America.

The new Inkling Girl amiibo is a slightly-dark skinned (the third from the right skin tone in Splatoon 2) Inkling with neon pink tentacles and orange eyes (though they appear pink in-game). She has the short bob-cut hairstyle, and wears a skirt with small biker shorts underneath. She appears to be based on the default girl Inkling from Splatoon 2, along with the Inkling used to advertise Splatoon 2 in commercials and on the cover of the game. She wears the Fake Contacts, or no headgear, White King Tank, and Mint Dakroniks, and carries the Splat Dualies. After battling a certain amount, the player can earn rewards from the amiibo which are received in the following order:
 * Split & Splat for Squid Beatz 2
 * Split & Splat for Squid Beatz 2
 * Split & Splat for Squid Beatz 2
 * Split & Splat for Squid Beatz 2

Inkling Girl
While all Inkling Girl amiibo share the same dialogue and features, the game differentiates between the Splatoon 2 and those from the original Splatoon lineup. The rewards given by the original Inkling Girl amiibo are as follows:
 * Shellfie for Squid Beatz 2
 * Shellfie for Squid Beatz 2
 * Shellfie for Squid Beatz 2
 * Shellfie for Squid Beatz 2

Inkling Boy 2
The new Inkling Boy amiibo was released on 2017-07-21 alongside Splatoon 2. It can be purchased individually or in a pack of three with the new Inkling Girl and new Inkling Squid amiibo in North America.

The new Inkling Boy amiibo is a light-skinned (the third from the left skin tone in Splatoon 2) Inkling with neon green tentacles and blue eyes (though they appear green in-game). He has a short hair style, and wears shorts with pants underneath. He appears to be based on the default boy Inkling from Splatoon 2. He wears the Fake Contacts, Black V-Neck Tee, and Yellow-Mesh Sneakers and carries the Splattershot. After battling a certain amount, the player can earn rewards from the amiibo which are received in the following order:
 * Seaskape for Squid Beatz 2
 * Seaskape for Squid Beatz 2
 * Seaskape for Squid Beatz 2
 * Seaskape for Squid Beatz 2

Inkling Boy
While all Inkling Boy amiibo share the same dialogue and features, the game differentiates between the Splatoon 2 and those from the original Splatoon lineup. The rewards given by the original Inkling Boy amiibo are as follows:
 * Splattack! for Squid Beatz 2
 * Splattack! for Squid Beatz 2
 * Splattack! for Squid Beatz 2
 * Splattack! for Squid Beatz 2

Inkling Squid 2
The new Inkling Squid amiibo was released on 2017-07-21 alongside Splatoon 2. It can be purchased individually or in a pack of three with the new Inkling Girl and new Inkling Boy amiibo in North America. Unlike the Inkling Boy and Girl amiibo, players cannot take photos with gear saved onto it.

The new Inkling Squid amiibo is a neon purple Inkling in squid form. After battling a certain amount, the player can earn rewards from the amiibo which are received in the following order:
 * Sucker Punch for Squid Beatz 2
 * Sucker Punch for Squid Beatz 2
 * Sucker Punch for Squid Beatz 2
 * Sucker Punch for Squid Beatz 2

Inkling Squid
While all Inkling Squid amiibo share the same dialogue and features, the game differentiates between the Splatoon 2 and those from the original Splatoon lineup. The rewards given by the original Inkling Squid amiibo are as follows:
 * Hooked for Squid Beatz 2
 * Hooked for Squid Beatz 2
 * Hooked for Squid Beatz 2
 * Hooked for Squid Beatz 2

Off the Hook
On 2018-02-11, amiibo figures for Off the Hook were announced. Like the other amiibo, the player is able to befriend them, take photos with them, and receive special gear, specifically the outfits that they wear during the Octo Expansion. They were released on 2018-07-13 sold in a 2-pack for $24.99 in the US.

Each amiibo unlocks a theme for Squid Beatz 2, which changes the visuals of the game as well as the sound effects played when entering the button prompts in the game.

When taking photos with Pearl and Marina, the player can choose if they will be dressed in their normal outfits or their Octo Expansion outfiles (as MC.Princess and DJ_Hyperfresh, respectively). If the amiibo are used during a Splatfest, the player will be able to take a photo on the stage with Off the Hook. Players will also receive new themes and sound effects for Squid Beatz 2 instead of new songs.

The rewards given by the Pearl amiibo are as follows: The rewards given by the Marina amiibo are as follows:
 * Theme for Squid Beatz 2
 * Theme for Squid Beatz 2
 * Theme for Squid Beatz 2
 * Theme for Squid Beatz 2
 * Theme for Squid Beatz 2
 * Theme for Squid Beatz 2
 * Theme for Squid Beatz 2
 * Theme for Squid Beatz 2

Squid Sisters
While photos can be taken with Callie and Marie, they can only be taken in the plaza, and without gear saved to them. In addition, functionality is only unlocked with the completion of Octo Canyon. The rewards given by the Callie amiibo are as follows: The rewards given by the Marie amiibo are as follows:
 * Bomb Rush Blush for Squid Beatz 2
 * Bomb Rush Blush for Squid Beatz 2
 * Bomb Rush Blush for Squid Beatz 2
 * Bomb Rush Blush for Squid Beatz 2
 * Tide Goes Out for Squid Beatz 2
 * Tide Goes Out for Squid Beatz 2
 * Tide Goes Out for Squid Beatz 2
 * Tide Goes Out for Squid Beatz 2

Octoling Girl
The Octoling Girl amiibo is an amiibo that was released on 2018-11-07 in Japan and Europe, on 2018-11-09 in Oceania, and on 2018-12-07 in North America. It was released as a 3-pack along with the Octoling Boy and Octoling Octopus, as well as separately. Unlike the other standard Splatoon amiibo, it, the Octoling Boy, and the Octoling Octopus all have the same colored ink.

The Octoling Girl is slightly tan with orange eyes and with two pink tentacles parted and two shorter ones curled up. She wears the Agent 8 outfit from the Octo Expansion along with the unique backpack-like ink tank, and poses with an E-liter 4K. Her knelt down stance is the same one used in promo images with the Octoling Boy, although instead of looking straight at the screen, she is looking to the side.

The rewards given by the Octoling Girl amiibo are as follows:
 * #5 thirsty for Squid Beatz 2
 * #5 thirsty for Squid Beatz 2
 * #5 thirsty for Squid Beatz 2
 * #5 thirsty for Squid Beatz 2

Octoling Boy
The Octoling Boy amiibo is an amiibo that was released on 2018-11-07 in Japan and Europe, on 2018-11-09 in Oceania, and on 2018-12-07 in North America. It was released as a 3-pack along with the Octoling Girl and Octoling Octopus as well as separately. Unlike the other standard Splatoon amiibo, it, the Octoling Girl, and the Octoling Octopus have the same colored ink.

The Octoling Boy has pale skin with green eyes and has a pink shaved head with a tentacle mohawk. He wears his Agent 8 outfit from the Octo Expansion along with the unique backpack-like ink tank and he poses with an Octobrush. His squatted stance is the same one used in a promo image with his girl counterpart, instead of looking straight at the screen, he's looking at the side.

The rewards given by the Octoling Boy amiibo are as follows:
 * #9 party for Squid Beatz 2
 * #9 party for Squid Beatz 2
 * #9 party for Squid Beatz 2
 * #9 party for Squid Beatz 2

Octoling Octopus
The Octoling Octopus amiibo is an amiibo that was released on 2018-11-07 in Japan and Europe, on 2018-11-09 in Oceania, and on 2018-12-07 in North America. It was released as a 3-pack along with the Octoling Girl and Octoling boy as well as separately. Unlike the other standard Splatoon amiibo, it, the Octoling Girl, and the Octoling Boy have the same colored ink.

The Octoling Octopus is the Octolings' Octopus form jumping up with a splash of pink ink with its main tentacles crossed and having ring-like spots on the end. A notable difference with the squid amiibo are that its eyes are separated and look to the side instead of looking up.

The rewards given by the Octoling Octopus amiibo are as follows:
 * #14 crush for Squid Beatz 2
 * #14 crush for Squid Beatz 2
 * #14 crush for Squid Beatz 2
 * #14 crush for Squid Beatz 2

Dioramas
Nintendo has released two Splatoon themed dioramas to display the amiibo. One is based on Kelp Dome and another is based on a Squid Sisters concert. Both are foldable and the Squid Sisters diorama includes a hole to slot a 3DS or phone to display a Squid Sisters concert. They both come with stickers and are currently exclusive to Japan.

amiibo tap: Nintendo's Greatest Bits
amiibo tap: Nintendo's Greatest Bits, known in Europe and Australia as amiibo Touch & Play: Nintendo Classics Highlights, is a downloadable application for Wii U that allows amiibo owners to try out classic NES and SNES games. All amiibo figures work with the application.

Animal Crossing: New Leaf
As part of an update for Animal Crossing: New Leaf, amiibo compatibility was added, which includes Splatoon amiibo as well. At a certain point, the player will find a magic lamp that will allow them to summon Wisp once a day. When summoning Wisp, the player can tap a compatible amiibo for him to take the form of the villager it is associated with. The player can either ask for an item or for the real villager to show up at the new Campground area. There, the villager will be waiting for the player in an RV. Inside, the player can ask the villager to move into their town, as well as order furniture using MEOW coupons.

Tapping the Callie amiibo will summon Cece the Squirrel. The Marie amiibo summons Viché the Squirrel. Both variants of the Inkling Boy, Girl, and Squid amiibo summon Inkwell the Octopus. Each villager comes with their own Splatoon themed items to order as well.

Bayonetta 2
The Switch version of Bayonetta 2 is compatible with amiibo, where the Splatoon series amiibo can be used to gain some items. A special message is also displayed stating: "Here's a present from the kids in Inkopolis. Or are they squids? Whatever. Always wanted to check out their turf. They've got a fresh weaponsmith I wanna talk shop with. Maybe grab myself an N-Zap."

Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
In Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, the Splatoon amiibo figures can be used for a 1-UP Mushroom. Most of the other amiibo figures can be used for this as well, however.

Chibi Robo! Zip-Lash
In ''Chibi Robo! Zip-Lash'', tapping any amiibo except the Chibi Robo amiibo gives you in-games coins. Tapping the Inkling Girl, Boy, and Squid amiibo will also add special figures of Chibi Robo posing as their respective characters that can be collected via the in-game capsule machine.

Hyrule Warriors
The Splatoon amiibo figures can be tapped once a day in Hyrule Warriors for a weapon rated 3 stars or lower, a Rupee bonus, or a crafting material bonus. Most of the other amiibo figures can be used for this as well, however.

Kirby: Planet Robobot
Kirby: Planet Robobot includes an amiibo feature that grants Kirby a copy ability depending on the character. The Inkling Boy, Girl, and Squid all grant access to the Poison ability for Kirby.

Kirby Star Allies
In Kirby Star Allies, the Splatoon amiibo are compatible with Kirby Star Allies, where they can be scanned in during a stage and give items such as healing items and Picture Pieces.

Mario Kart 8
In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe there are racing suits that be unlocked for the Mii characters. Scanning the Splatoon amiibo figures gives a Splatoon themed racing suit.

Mario Party 10
The Splatoon amiibo figures can be tapped in Mario Party 10 for a Scratch Bonus and Mario Party Points. Most of the other amiibo figures can be used for this as well, however.

Miitopia
The Splatoon amiibo figures can be used in Miitopia to unlock costumes based on their characters.

Mini Mario and Friends: amiibo Challenge
In Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge, any Splatoon amiibo figure can be used to start the game. This is the same for all other amiibo, though. However, certain amiibo from the Super Mario series unlock extra stages and have special abilities as well.



New Style Boutique 2: Fashion Forward
In the Western version of Nintendo Presents: New Style Boutique 2 - Fashion Forward (released in North America as Style Savvy: Fashion Forward), players are able to scan the Inkling Girl amiibo to unlock a pair of leggings inspired by Splatoon. After the amiibo is scanned, a costumer will show up at the player's store asking for a new outfit that goes with their Inky Leggings. When the request is completed, the player will be rewarded with those leggings.

New Style Boutique 3: Styling Star
In Nintendo Presents: New Style Boutique 3 - Styling Star (released in North America as Style Savvy: Styling Star), tapping any Splatoon amiibo figure will unlock a pattern based on the Splatoon series.

Pokkén Tournament
The Splatoon amiibo figures can be tapped once a day in Pokkén Tournament for an avatar costume item, a title, or a Poké Gold bonus. Up to 5 amiibo rewards can be claimed per day. Most of the other amiibo figures can be used for this as well, however.

Super Mario Maker
Super Mario Maker features Mario skins of numerous Nintendo characters through amiibo. Splatoon amiibo will grant the player with a costume resembling the scanned character. The Inkling Squid can assume humanoid form and is revealed to be a dark-skinned male with a Splat Roller, the Studio Headphones, the White Layered LS, and what appears to be the Cream Basics. The Callie and Marie costumes can alternatively be unlocked by playing a certain Event Course. When playing in an underwater level, all the amiibo costumes swim in squid form.

Word Puzzles by POWGI
In Word Puzzles by POWGI, scanning in any amiibo generates a word puzzle based on the owners Mii name and the nickname of the amiibo.

Yoshi's Woolly World
Yoshi's Woolly World features Yoshi patterns based of numerous Nintendo characters through amiibo. Splatoon amiibo will grant the player with a pattern resembling the scanned character.

Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World
Like the Wii U original, Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World features Yoshi patterns based on Nintendo characters through amiibo. All Splatoon amiibo, including Callie, Marie, and the Inkling recolors, will grant the player with a pattern resembling that character.

Profiles and bios
"Bring an Inkling amiibo™ figure home and open cool extras in your game."

- Splatoon's official website

"Tap a Splatoon-series amiibo™ figure to your Wii U GamePad controller. Complete the challenges to access exclusive gear for your Inkling!"

- Splatoon's official website

Trivia

 * The Inkopolis Plaza out of bounds glitch reveals that the back of the amiibo case at the southeastern corner does have a texture and looks like the back of real amiibo packaging, except the words are written in Inkling. The back of the amiibo case in Splatoon 2 is also written in Inkling.
 * The Inkling Girl's amiibo is the basis for its trophies in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U.
 * When the Off the Hook amiibo were scanned during the Trick vs. Treat Splatfest, the colors of their outfits were swapped (black for Pearl, white for Marina), same as their in-game counterparts, except with their original colour scheme (Pink for Pearl, teal for Marina).
 * Strangely, the Octoling Girl amiibo has darker skin in game than her amiibo.