Shel-drone
The Shel-drone is a drone that explores Alterna for any hidden treasures and then delivers them the next day to the lobby terminal.
Description
The Shel-drone is a drone in the shape of Sheldon's head carrying a box. Although only named in Splatoon 3's Return of the Mammalians, this is likely the same drone as used in Splatoon 2's Octo Canyon, as they look identical.
Usage
Return of the Mammalians
The Shel-drone is stationed on the launchpad next to the Squid Sisters Camp in Future Utopia Island. It becomes available after completing the campaign, exploring 100% of Alterna, and finding all Loot Anchors. Once unlocked, it will explore Alterna for any hidden treasures and then deliver them the next day to the Lobby Terminal for a total of 999 Power Eggs. Coming back the next day to the lobby terminal and selecting "Get stuff" will give the player one of the following;
- A decoration
- A pack of Tableturf Battle cards
- 5 Ability chunks
- Cash
- Meal tickets
Receiving decorations from the Shel-drone is the only known way to currently receive duplicates of the Return of the Mammalians exclusive decorations.
Photo Mode
When using the timer in Photo Mode, the Shel-Drone will appear hovering in place while holding a camera underneath - acting as a visual indicator of where the photo is being taken from.
Trivia
- Photo Mode's timer cannot be used in Alterna, likely due to the Shel-Drone being located at the Squid Sisters Camp in Future Utopia Island.
Gallery
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Marie introducing the Shel-drone.
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Text received after retrieving items at Lobby Terminal.