Wet Floor: Difference between revisions

From Inkipedia, the Splatoon wiki
(SRL quotes)
(→‎Gallery: added image to gallery)
 
(100 intermediate revisions by 42 users not shown)
Line 1: Line 1:
{{future}}
{{Infobox/Character
[[File:Wet Floor.jpg|thumb|right]]
|color={{SiteColor|Splatoon 2}}
'''Wet Floor'''{{JP}} is a five-piece band appearing in [[Splatoon 2]].
|title=Wet Floor
 
|image=S2 Wet Floor Artwork.png
{{quote|The rock band Wet Floor are the latest sensation in the Inkling world. Their songs are an enticing blend of different genres, and they’re especially popular with the kids right now.|[[Live from Squid Research Lab]]<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/158513047054/the-rock-band-wet-floor-are-the-latest-sensation {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor]</ref>}}
|caption=Artwork from {{S2}}. From left to right: Keaton, Ryley, Mizo, Candi, and Neil.
|species='''Keaton, Mizo & Ryley:''' [[Inkling]]<br>'''Neil:''' [[wikipedia:Cutthroat_eel|Cutthroat eel]]<br>'''Candi:''' [[wikipedia:Hoplophrys|Candy crab]]
|members=(non-virtual)
*Male Vocal: [[Hiroaki Takeuchi|Hiroaki Takeuchi (竹内 浩明)]]
*Female Vocal: [[Sachiko Watabe|Sachiko Watabe (渡部 沙智子)]]
*Guitar: [[Akitoshi Kuroda|Akitoshi Kuroda (黒田 晃年)]]
*Bass: [[IKUO|IKUO (渋谷 郁央)]]
*Drums: [[Kei Yamazaki|Kei Yamazaki (山崎 慶)]]
}}
{{quote|The rock band Wet Floor are the latest sensation in the Inkling world. Their songs are an enticing blend of different genres, and they're especially popular with the kids right now.|[[Squid Research Lab]]<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/158513047054/the-rock-band-wet-floor-are-the-latest-sensation {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor]</ref>}}
'''Wet Floor''' is a five-piece band appearing in {{S2}}.


==Songs==
==Songs==
* ''Inkcoming!'' ([[Splatoon 2]] title track)
{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
* ''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mR1eQa4oDFI Rip Entry]'' {{JP}}
! Fictional Band
! Song Name
! Audio
|-
| style="text-align:center;" rowspan="12" |[[File:S2 Band Wet Floor.jpg|center|200px]]Wet Floor
|''[[Inkoming!#Inkoming! (Cloud Demo)|Inkoming! (Cloud Demo)]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Inkoming! (Cloud Demo).mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Inkoming! (Cloud Demo)}}
|-
|''[[Opening#Opening (Wet Floor)|Opening]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Opening (Wet Floor).mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Opening}}
|-
|''[[Inkoming!]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Inkoming!.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Inkoming!}}
|-
|''[[Rip Entry]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Rip Entry.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Rip Entry}}
|-
|''[[Undertow]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Undertow.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Undertow}}
|-
|''[[Don't Slip]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Don't Slip.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Don't Slip}}
|-
|''[[Endolphin Surge]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Endolphin Surge.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Endolphin Surge}}
|-
|''[[Now or Never!#Now or Never! (Wet Floor)|Now or Never!]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Now or Never!.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Now or Never!}}
|-
|''Victory! - Jingle''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:Victory Splatoon 2.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Victory! – Jingle}}
|-
|''[[Battle Victory#Turf Master|Turf Master]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Turf Master.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Turf Master}}
|-
|''Defeat - Jingle''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:Defeat Splatoon 2.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Defeat – Jingle}}
|-
|''[[Ink Another Day]]''
|{{MediaLoader|file=File:S2 Ink Another Day.mp3|group=Splatoon2|name=Ink Another Day}}
|}


==Members==
==Members==
===Synth===
===Keaton===
{{quote|This guy plays synthesizer and is the group’s founder. He’s out to restore some indie dignity to Inkopolis’s music scene that’s lately been taken over by giant pop stars. When it comes to songwriting, he lets others take the initiative. He prefers tinkering with sounds to performing, and the studio is a much more comfortable place for him than the stage.|[[Live from Squid Research Lab]]<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/158514392292/lets-meet-the-members-of-wet-floor-this-guy {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Synth]</ref>}}
{{quote|This guy plays synthesizer and is the group's founder. He's out to restore some indie dignity to Inkopolis's music scene that's lately been taken over by giant pop stars. When it comes to songwriting, he lets others take the initiative. He prefers tinkering with sounds to performing, and the studio is a much more comfortable place for him than the stage.|[[Squid Research Lab]]<ref>
[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/158514392292/lets-meet-the-members-of-wet-floor-this-guy {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Synth]</ref>}}
 
'''Keaton''' is an [[Inkling]] that plays the synthesizer for the band. According to the ''[[HaikaraWalker]]'' art book, he founded the band using social networking services. He does not like performing live, but rather spending time in the studio.
 
<gallery>
Wet Floor band synth player.png
</gallery>
 
===Mizo===
{{quote|Wet Floor also has two members that play guitar and provide vocals. The guy on the left is a fan of vintage rock sounds. You can hear it in the sharp, jangly rhythms of his riffs. The girl on the right is a faithful follower of the church of punk rock, and she carves out riffs with a more hunky, bass-heavy sound. These two don't always see eye-to-eye, but when they're in the groove, their two distinct sounds meld into a medley of magical music.|[[Squid Research Lab]]<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/158516030203/wet-floor-also-has-two-members-that-play-guitar {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Vocals & Guitar]</ref>}}
 
'''Mizo''' is the male [[Inkling]] on guitar and vocals, and he is a fan of vintage rock sounds, as well as jazz and soul music. He considers himself a rival to the [[Squid Squad]], particularly Ichiya, though he fails to escape their influence. He is responsible for the band's composition alongside Ryley. He is shrewd, cynical, and often makes cutting remarks, and his personal creed is to either exceed or betray the expectations of others.
 
<gallery>
Wet Floor band male vocalist and guitarist.png
</gallery>
 
===Ryley===
'''Ryley''' is the female Inkling on guitar and vocals, and she plays with a hunky, bass-heavy sound. She is inspired by punk rock, particularly the [[Squid Squad]], and shares a role composing the band's music with Mizo, often disagreeing with him, though they often complement each others' styles once they come together.
 
<gallery>
Wet Floor band female vocalist and guitarist.png
</gallery>
 
===Neil===
{{quote|These two bring a fast-paced technical beat to the group's sound that's every bit as crucial as the members who play up front. The guy on bass has a trademark string-slapping style, while the drummer uses her multiple limbs to keep a driving, super-stable backbeat. The friendly rivalry these two share makes the band sizzle with thrilling rhythm.|[[Squid Research Lab]]<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/158517696914/now-lets-introduce-wet-floors-rhythm-section {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Rhythm]</ref>}}
 
'''Neil''' is the band's bassist, and he is a cutthroat eel. He is a self-paced, "big brother" personality for the rest of the band, and builds a thrilling rhythm with Candi. He has a trademark string-slapping style and usually can play his part after listening to it only once, or from a quick look at the score. He is the only member of the band who works well in the mornings.


===Vocals & Guitar===
<gallery>
{{quote|Wet Floor also has two members that play guitar and provide vocals. The guy on the left is a fan of vintage rock sounds. You can hear it in the sharp, jangly rhythms of his riffs. The girl on the right is a faithful follower of the church of punk rock, and she carves out riffs with a more  hunky, bass-heavy sound. These two don’t always see eye-to-eye, but when they’re in the groove, their two distinct sounds meld into a medley of magical music.|[[Live from Squid Research Lab]]<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/158516030203/wet-floor-also-has-two-members-that-play-guitar {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Vocals & Guitar]</ref>}}
Wet Floor band bass player.png
</gallery>
 
===Candi===
'''Candi''' is the band's drummer and a candy crab. She is youthful and technical, and while she appears spontaneous and right-brained, she often worries about her performance when listening to recordings, though she never shows it. She enjoys watching Mizo and Ryley bicker while having fun as she sits behind them.
 
<gallery>
Wet Floor band drum player.png
</gallery>
 
==''Inkoming!'' EP==
On {{date|2017-07-12}}, an EP containing three songs and a version of ''Inkoming!'' performed by Wet Floor Shibuya released in Japan. It is part of a collaboration with Tower Records. On {{date|2017-07-30}}, Wet Floor Shibuya performed at the Shibuya location of Tower Records. Tickets were given to those who purchased the album there at release.<ref>[http://towershibuya.jp/2017/06/09/99733 Event Details from Tower Records]</ref>
 
===Tracklist===
Music composed by [[Toru Minegishi]]
 
#Inkoming!
#Rip Entry
#Endolphin Surge
#Inkoming! (performed by Wet Floor Shibuya)
 
==Artists==
<gallery>
Hiroaki Takeuchi.jpg|[[Hiroaki Takeuchi]] (vocals)
Sachiko Watabe.jpg|[[Sachiko Watabe]] (vocals)
Akitoshi Kuroda.jpg|[[Akitoshi Kuroda]] (guitar)
Kei Yamazaki.jpg|[[Kei Yamazaki]] (drums)
IKUO.jpg|[[IKUO]] (bass)
</gallery>
 
==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:S2 Band Wet Floor.jpg|Album art from {{S2}}
File:S2 Sunken Scroll 15.png|[[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon 2|Sunken Scroll 15]] from {{S2}}
Wet Floor Board Tower Records.png|Wet Floor billboard
File:Wet Floor Shibuya Instagram.png|Wet Floor Shibuya Inkoming! EP from Wet Floor Shibuya's Instagram
File:KOG Wet Floor Band Tee front.jpg|[[Wet Floor Band Tee]] sold by KOG
File:Summer 2017 wallpaper horizontal.jpg|Inking wearing the [[Wet Floor Band Tee]]
File:Wet Floor logo.png|Wet Floor logo from the ''Splatoon'' Base website
</gallery>


===Rhythm===
{{quote|These two bring a fast-paced technical beat to the group’s sound that’s every bit as crucial as the members who play up front. The guy on bass has a trademark string-slapping style, while the drummer uses her multiple limbs to keep a driving, super-stable backbeat. The friendly rivalry these two share makes the band sizzle with thrilling rhythm.|[[Live from Squid Research Lab]]<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/158517696914/now-lets-introduce-wet-floors-rhythm-section {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Rhythmn]</ref>}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Their name and album art was revealed in the January 14, 2017 [[Nintendo Switch]] livestream.
[[File:Wet Floor incomplete album art.jpg|thumb|200px|The incomplete album art.]]
 
*Their name and album art was revealed in the {{date|2017-01-14}} [[Nintendo Switch]] live stream.
*There is a piece of gear themed after the band, being the [[Wet Floor Band Tee]].
*An incomplete version of the album art was shown by [[Squid Research Lab]], while the @SplatoonJP Twitter account had art that looked finalized.
*All of the band's members share a black pin on their clothing.
*The official lyrics for [[Inkoming!]], found in [[Splatune 2 (Splatoon 2 Original Soundtrack)]]'s Wet Floor interview, reference the [[Squid Squad]] song [[Ink or Sink]] with "Spla spla la onyaro, Ink o sink fazaro".
 
==Etymology==
; Wet Floor
Refers to wet floor signs. Additionally, the large white symbol at the center of their album art is slightly reminiscent of falling stick figures typically featured on said signs.
 
;Candi
Derived from 'candy', as in candy crab, her species.
 
;Neil
Rhymes with 'eel', his species.
 
===Names in other languages===
;Keaton
{{Localized name
|color=Splatoon 2
|Jap=KAGI
|JapR=
|JapM=from カギイカ (kagiika), the Japanese name for the hooked squid.
}}
 
;Ryley
{{Localized name
|color=Splatoon 2
|Jap=RYAN
|JapR=
|JapM=-
}}
 
;Mizo
{{Localized name
|color=Splatoon 2
|Jap=MIZOLE
|JapR=
|JapM=From 霙 (''mizore''), meaning shaved ice or sleet, referring to Mizo's appearance.
}}
 
;Candi
{{Localized name
|color=Splatoon 2
|Jap=KAZAMI
|JapR=
|JapM=-
}}
 
;Neil
{{Localized name
|color=Splatoon 2
|Jap=TSUMABUSHI
|JapR=
|JapM=From 櫃まぶし (''hitsumabushi''), a Japanese dish consisting of grilled eel served on rice.
}}
 
==References==
<references />


{{-}}
{{Navbox/S2 Characters}}
{{stub}}
{{Navbox/S2 Music}}


[[Category:Bands]]
[[Category:Splatoon 2 bands]]
[[Category:Splatoon 2]]
[[Category:Splatoon 2 characters]]

Latest revision as of 22:37, 27 March 2024

Wet Floor
S2 Wet Floor Artwork.png
Artwork from Splatoon 2. From left to right: Keaton, Ryley, Mizo, Candi, and Neil.
Species Keaton, Mizo & Ryley: Inkling
Neil: Cutthroat eel
Candi: Candy crab
Habitat
Height
Hair color
Eye color
Age
Gender
Pronouns
Relations
Location
Shop
HP
Maximum HP
Members (non-virtual)
Other forms
“ The rock band Wet Floor are the latest sensation in the Inkling world. Their songs are an enticing blend of different genres, and they're especially popular with the kids right now. ”

Wet Floor is a five-piece band appearing in Splatoon 2.

Songs

Fictional Band Song Name Audio
S2 Band Wet Floor.jpg
Wet Floor 		Inkoming! (Cloud Demo)
Opening
Inkoming!
Rip Entry
Undertow
Don't Slip
Endolphin Surge
Now or Never!
Victory! - Jingle
Turf Master
Defeat - Jingle
Ink Another Day

Members

Keaton

“ This guy plays synthesizer and is the group's founder. He's out to restore some indie dignity to Inkopolis's music scene that's lately been taken over by giant pop stars. When it comes to songwriting, he lets others take the initiative. He prefers tinkering with sounds to performing, and the studio is a much more comfortable place for him than the stage. ”

Keaton is an Inkling that plays the synthesizer for the band. According to the HaikaraWalker art book, he founded the band using social networking services. He does not like performing live, but rather spending time in the studio.

  • Wet Floor band synth player.png

Mizo

“ Wet Floor also has two members that play guitar and provide vocals. The guy on the left is a fan of vintage rock sounds. You can hear it in the sharp, jangly rhythms of his riffs. The girl on the right is a faithful follower of the church of punk rock, and she carves out riffs with a more hunky, bass-heavy sound. These two don't always see eye-to-eye, but when they're in the groove, their two distinct sounds meld into a medley of magical music. ”

Mizo is the male Inkling on guitar and vocals, and he is a fan of vintage rock sounds, as well as jazz and soul music. He considers himself a rival to the Squid Squad, particularly Ichiya, though he fails to escape their influence. He is responsible for the band's composition alongside Ryley. He is shrewd, cynical, and often makes cutting remarks, and his personal creed is to either exceed or betray the expectations of others.

  • Wet Floor band male vocalist and guitarist.png

Ryley

Ryley is the female Inkling on guitar and vocals, and she plays with a hunky, bass-heavy sound. She is inspired by punk rock, particularly the Squid Squad, and shares a role composing the band's music with Mizo, often disagreeing with him, though they often complement each others' styles once they come together.

  • Wet Floor band female vocalist and guitarist.png

Neil

“ These two bring a fast-paced technical beat to the group's sound that's every bit as crucial as the members who play up front. The guy on bass has a trademark string-slapping style, while the drummer uses her multiple limbs to keep a driving, super-stable backbeat. The friendly rivalry these two share makes the band sizzle with thrilling rhythm. ”

Neil is the band's bassist, and he is a cutthroat eel. He is a self-paced, "big brother" personality for the rest of the band, and builds a thrilling rhythm with Candi. He has a trademark string-slapping style and usually can play his part after listening to it only once, or from a quick look at the score. He is the only member of the band who works well in the mornings.

  • Wet Floor band bass player.png

Candi

Candi is the band's drummer and a candy crab. She is youthful and technical, and while she appears spontaneous and right-brained, she often worries about her performance when listening to recordings, though she never shows it. She enjoys watching Mizo and Ryley bicker while having fun as she sits behind them.

  • Wet Floor band drum player.png

Inkoming! EP

On 12 July 2017, an EP containing three songs and a version of Inkoming! performed by Wet Floor Shibuya released in Japan. It is part of a collaboration with Tower Records. On 30 July 2017, Wet Floor Shibuya performed at the Shibuya location of Tower Records. Tickets were given to those who purchased the album there at release.[5]

Tracklist

Music composed by Toru Minegishi

  1. Inkoming!
  2. Rip Entry
  3. Endolphin Surge
  4. Inkoming! (performed by Wet Floor Shibuya)

Artists

Gallery


Trivia

The incomplete album art.

Etymology

Wet Floor

Refers to wet floor signs. Additionally, the large white symbol at the center of their album art is slightly reminiscent of falling stick figures typically featured on said signs.

Candi

Derived from 'candy', as in candy crab, her species.

Neil

Rhymes with 'eel', his species.

Names in other languages

Keaton
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese KAGI from カギイカ (kagiika), the Japanese name for the hooked squid.
Ryley
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese RYAN -
Mizo
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese MIZOLE From 霙 (mizore), meaning shaved ice or sleet, referring to Mizo's appearance.
Candi
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese KAZAMI -
Neil
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese TSUMABUSHI From 櫃まぶし (hitsumabushi), a Japanese dish consisting of grilled eel served on rice.

References

  1. ↑ Squid Research Lab Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor
  2. ↑ Squid Research Lab Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Synth
  3. ↑ Squid Research Lab Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Vocals & Guitar
  4. ↑ Squid Research Lab Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Rhythm
  5. ↑ Event Details from Tower Records
Main Major
Minor
Enemies
Vendors
Musicians
Other
Species
General

Inkoming! (Cloud Demo) • Inkopolis News • New You • Without a Dop Doubt • The Shoal • Dubble Bath (DIY Remix) • Inkopolis Memorial Mixtape

Battle

Opening (Wet Floor) • Inkoming! • Rip Entry • Undertow • Don't Slip • Endolphin Surge • Shipwreckin' • Fins & Fiddles • Seafoam Shanty • Broken Coral • Riptide Rupture • Blitz It! • Wave Prism • Seasick • Kinetosis • Chopscrewey • Entropical • Now or Never! (Wet Floor) • Turf Master • Ink Another Day

Splatfest

Color Pulse • Opening (Off the Hook) • Ebb & Flow • Acid Hues • Muck Warfare • Now or Never! (Off the Hook) • Fest Zest • Party's Over • Ink Me Up • Now or Never! (Squid Sisters)

Salmon Run

Happy Little Workers • Surge & Submerge • Deluge Dirge • Fishing Frenzy • Frantic Aspic • Ever Further

Octo Canyon

Low Tide • Octo Canyon • Octo Eight-Step • The Girl from Inkopolis • Buoyant Boogie • Shooting Starfish • Tentacular Circus • Cephaloparade • Octoling Rendezvous • Octarmaments • Onward! • R.I.P. • Bomb Rush Blush (DJ Octavio) • Tidal Rush • Spicy Calamari Inkantation • Fresh Start

Octo Expansion

Cap'n Cuttlefish's Theme (Octo) • Player Editor • Telephone's Theme • Inside the Deepsea Metro Subway Car • #0 shell • #5 thirsty • #1 progress • #6 frisk • #4 dunno • #2 ripped • #9 party • #8 regret • #14 crush • #13 shade • #16 salty • #12 awake • #11 above • TEST PASSED! • #19 bless • Thang Obtained • Completion • Nasty Majesty • Shark Bytes • Splattack! (Octo) • Actually It's Commander Tartar's Theme • The Plan • Last Battle Opening • Fly Octo Fly ~ Ebb & Flow (Octo) • Into the Light • Calamari Inkantation • Ebb & Flow (Demo) • #$@%* Dudes Be #$@%* Sleepin

Squid Beatz 2 only

Splattack! • Seaskape • Shellfie • Split & Splat • Hooked • Sucker Punch • Bomb Rush Blush • Tide Goes Out

Musicians

Wet Floor • Bottom Feeders • Ink Theory (Yoko • Oonie • Kitamura) • Chirpy Chips (Harmony) • Diss-Pair (Quinn) • SashiMori • Grizzco Industries • ω-3 • Off the Hook (Pearl • Marina) • Turquoise October • DJ Octavio • Squid Sisters (Callie • Marie) • Dedf1sh • DJ Real Sole • Bob Dub

Soundtracks

Squid Beatz 2 • Splatune 2 • Octotune • Splatoon 2 Live in Makuhari

Live performances

Haicalive at Tokaigi 2018 • Off the Hook Concert at Polymanga 2018 • Haicalive at Chokaigi 2018 • Tentalive at Tokaigi 2019 • Haicalive Kyoto Mix

Retrieved from "https://splatoonwiki.org/w/index.php?title=Wet_Floor&oldid=558280"