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*Unlike its predecessor in ''[[Splatoon]]'', Kraken Royale is unaffected by [[gear]] [[abilities]] and can not [[Super Jump]]. | *Unlike its predecessor in ''[[Splatoon]]'', Kraken Royale is unaffected by [[gear]] [[abilities]] and can not [[Super Jump]]. | ||
*Both of the first two Kraken Royale weapons were weapons whose {{S}} counterpart had [[Kraken]] and their corresponding sub weapon. | *Both of the first two Kraken Royale weapons were weapons whose {{S}} counterpart had [[Kraken]] and their corresponding sub weapon. | ||
Revision as of 03:34, 11 April 2023
The Kraken Royale is a special weapon in Splatoon 3, added in Fresh Season 2023 (Version 3.0.0). Compared to its counterpart in Splatoon, it takes two hits to splat enemies, as opposed to one in the first game. It also received a new charge attack to which its one-hit splat properties have been transferred.
Appearance
The Kraken Royale transforms the user into a huge squid or octopus. Its tentacles are longer and its head is larger. Its body is slightly darker than the user's ink color, with lighter patterns at the end of its tentacles and head. Unlike its Splatoon counterpart, Octolings can use the special as well, transforming them into the octopus equivalent, which also has longer tentacles and a much bigger head.
Splatoon 3
The Kraken Royale is very similar to its predecessor. While active, the user constantly remains in squid form, can swim on top of enemy ink unobstructed, and inks ground by moving over it, although they cannot submerge in ink. By jumping, the user performs a spinning attack that can splat a foe in two hits. The Kraken Royale is also invincible to enemy fire, although it can be knocked back.
A new ability of the Kraken Royale is a charge attack, similar to a horizontal Squid Surge. After holding for a brief period, the user can move forward at a greatly improved speed, inking the ground and instantly splatting any foe in the way (similar to a Reefslider without the explosion). This ability also helps greatly reduce knockback.
Notably, the Kraken Royale leaves the player briefly vulnerable before and after transforming, far more so than its predecessor.
Version History
| Version | Adjustments |
|---|---|
| 3.1.0 |
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Sets
| Main | #ID | Sub | Special | Special Points | Level | Price | Class | Introduced | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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.96 Gal Deco | 81 |  Splash Wall
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 Kraken Royale
|
210p | 23 |  1
|
 Shooter
|
Version 3.0.0 (Fresh Season 2023) |
|
Bloblobber Deco | 3031 |  Angle Shooter
|
Kraken Royale
|
200p | 23 | 1
|
 Slosher
|
Version 5.0.0 (Drizzle Season 2023) |
|
Custom E-liter 4K | 2031 |  Squid Beakon
|
Kraken Royale
|
210p | 20 | 1
|
 Charger
|
Version 7.0.0 (Fresh Season 2024) |
|
Custom E-liter 4K Scope | 2041 | Squid Beakon
|
Kraken Royale
|
210p | 28 | 1
|
Charger
|
Version 7.0.0 (Fresh Season 2024) |
|
Custom Range Blaster | 221 |  Splat Bomb
|
Kraken Royale
|
200p | 15 | 1
|
 Blaster
|
Version 8.0.0 (Sizzle Season 2024) |
|
Heavy Splatling Deco | 4011 |  Point Sensor
|
Kraken Royale
|
200p | 15 | 1
|
 Splatling
|
Version 4.0.0 (Sizzle Season 2023) |
|
Krak-On Splat Roller | 1011 | Squid Beakon
|
Kraken Royale
|
180p | 7 | 1
|
 Roller
|
Version 3.0.0 (Fresh Season 2023) |
Quotes
| “ | Behold - the Kraken Royale! Activate this special to transform into a giant squid or octopus with the power to splat and scatter enemies left and right. You can jump to trigger a wide-ranging spin move, or hold and release the Button to unleash a one-shot charge attack!
Notice a moment of vulnerability before and after transforming - contrasted with total invincibility while transformed! Still, attacks slow you down, so get slippery with jumps, charges, Squid Surges, and Squid Rolls to reach your target. |
” | |||
| “ | Transform into a gigantic squid or octopus and chase down your enemies with the Kraken Royale special weapon - coming to #Splatoon3 in Fresh Season 2023! | ” | — @NintendoEurope on Twitter[3]
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| “ | If you ever wanted to become a giant squid or octopus, this weapon is for you. While transformed, you can move around and repel enemy attacks. Jump and splat your enemies with powerful spin moves, or hold and then release to charge forward aggressively. | ” | — In-game description
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Badges
- Main article: Badge#Special Weapon Wins
Winning a certain number of battles with the Kraken Royale will reward the player with special badges that they can use on their Splashtag.
| Kraken Royale Badges | ||
|---|---|---|
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30 wins with Kraken Royale | |
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180 wins with Kraken Royale | |
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1,200 wins with Kraken Royale | |
Gallery
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An Inkling's Kraken Royale
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An Octoling's Kraken Royale
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The Kraken Royale on the Fresh Season 2023 catalog cover
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A Kraken compared to an Inkling.
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Octoling's Kraken form compared to an Inkling's swim form.
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A Inkling's Kraken form compared to an Octoling's swim form.
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Both Kraken Royale forms side by side.
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The Kraken Royale that is visible on the battle results screen.
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Kraken Royale models rotating (link to file)
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Using the Kraken Royale (link to file)
Strategy
For competitive tips about the Kraken Royale,
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View the strategy page. |
Trivia
- Unlike its predecessor in Splatoon, Kraken Royale is unaffected by gear abilities and can not Super Jump.
- Both of the first two Kraken Royale weapons were weapons whose Splatoon counterpart had Kraken and their corresponding sub weapon.
