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{{other uses|the prominent species of squid in | {{other uses|the prominent species of squid in the {{Ss}}|other uses|Inkling (disambiguation)}} | ||
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[[File:Splat2n 3D Inklings 1.jpg|thumb|400x400px|Inklings as seen in ''Splatoon 2'', | {{Redirect|Kid|the [[Splatfest]]|Kid vs. Grown-Up}} | ||
'''Inklings''' are a species of humanoid cephalopods who are the main protagonists and playable characters in the | [[File:Splat2n 3D Inklings 1.jpg|thumb|400x400px|Inklings as seen in ''Splatoon 2'', wearing various [[gear]]]] | ||
'''Inklings''' are a species of humanoid cephalopods who are the main protagonists and playable characters in the {{Ss}}, along with [[Octoling]]s. | |||
==Background== | ==Background== | ||
[[File: | [[File:S Sunken Scroll 10.png|thumb|350x350px|The evolution of the Inkling.]] | ||
Inklings are evolved species of squid that came to be after rising sea levels destroyed humanity. The first ancestors of modern Inklings are recorded to have lived around 5,000 years after the destruction of the human settlement of [[Alterna]]. Alterna inhabitants unintentionally accelerated the evolution of squids and other species of marine life, after psycho-reactive liquid crystals infused with lingering human thoughts and feelings leaked into the ocean surrounding the settlement. | Inklings are evolved species of squid that came to be after rising sea levels destroyed humanity. The first ancestors of modern Inklings are recorded to have lived around 5,000 years after the destruction of the human settlement of [[Alterna]]. Alterna inhabitants unintentionally accelerated the evolution of squids and other species of marine life, after psycho-reactive liquid crystals infused with lingering human thoughts and feelings leaked into the ocean surrounding the settlement. | ||
At least 2,000 years before the events of {{S}}, [[Turf War]]s were established. The original [[Turf War]]s were overseen by [[Judd]], a cat that was cryogenically frozen by his [[human]] owner before the Earth was flooded. 100 years before the events of ''Splatoon'', the Inklings and the [[Octarian]]s engaged in a [[Great Turf War]] after otherwise having good relations, when rising sea levels caused disputes over the remaining territory. The young [[Cap'n Cuttlefish]] and his Inkling comrades were victorious, forcing the Octarians to retreat to desolate areas such as [[Octo Valley (location)|Octo Valley]], [[Octo Canyon (location)|Octo Canyon]], and take up residence underground. | At least 2,000 years before the events of {{S}}, [[Turf War]]s were established. The original [[Turf War]]s were overseen by [[Judd]], a cat that was cryogenically frozen by his [[human]] owner before the Earth was flooded. 100 years before the events of ''Splatoon'', the Inklings and the [[Octarian]]s engaged in a [[Great Turf War]] after otherwise having good relations, when rising sea levels caused disputes over the remaining territory. The young [[Cuttlefish|Cap'n Cuttlefish]] and his Inkling comrades were victorious, forcing the Octarians to retreat to desolate areas such as [[Octo Valley (location)|Octo Valley]], [[Octo Canyon (location)|Octo Canyon]], and take up residence underground. | ||
==Appearance== | ==Appearance== | ||
{{For|a visual overview of character customization options|Player Settings}} | {{For|a visual overview of character customization options|Player Settings}} | ||
[[File:Inklingdevelopment.png|thumb|350x350px|The development of an Inkling from infancy to maturity. From left to right: newborn, at least 1 year old, at least 4 or 5 years old, at least 8 years old, at least 14 years old.<ref>[ | [[File:Inklingdevelopment.png|thumb|350x350px|The development of an Inkling from infancy to maturity. From left to right: newborn, at least 1 year old, at least 4 or 5 years old, at least 8 years old, at least 14 years old.<ref>{{TWI}} [[Inkipedia:Twitter archive/2018/July#1018488416667721730|''Splatoon'' exhibition at Tower Records - concept art]]</ref>]] | ||
Young Inklings begin life resembling squid paralarvae, but grow into an increasingly human-like form as they age. By at | Young Inklings begin life resembling squid paralarvae, but grow into an increasingly human-like form as they age. By at most the age of 14, Inklings gain complete control over both these forms and can change between kid and squid at will. Between each game in the franchise, Inklings undergo design changes, generally becoming taller, and having more rounded and less squat faces. Additionally, in {{S}} and {{S3}}, Inklings' tentacles have a darker color towards their tips. | ||
The kid form is similar to that of a young human child, but with notable differences. Instead of hair, an Inkling has tentacle appendages that cover their head. These tentacles are colored on the outside, and white on the inside. The outer layer changes to match an Inkling's [[ink]] color, and usually features a spotted gradient to a secondary color at the ends of their longest tentacles. An Inkling's eyes | The kid form is similar to that of a young human child, but with notable differences. Instead of hair, an Inkling has tentacle appendages that cover their head. These tentacles are colored on the outside, and white on the inside. The outer layer changes to match an Inkling's [[ink]] color, and usually features a spotted gradient to a secondary color at the ends of their longest tentacles. An Inkling's eyes are surrounded by a black 'eye mask', and they have pointed ears that are homologous to a squid's fins. Their mouths contain two ridges similar in shape to human teeth, with three larger sharp points--two on the top and one on the bottom--that resemble a squid's beak. The inside of an Inkling's mouth matches their ink color. | ||
[[File:Splatoon - Squid 2D purple.png|left|thumb|200x200px|The humble squid.]] | [[File:Splatoon - Squid 2D purple.png|left|thumb|200x200px|The humble squid.]] | ||
The squid form resembles a small, | The squid form resembles a small, cartoonish, monochromatic squid. They have several small arms in the middle of their bodies, with two large tentacles on either side. The squid have short mantle with relatively large fins, and two upward-facing, human-like eyes over the characteristic eye mask. The undersides of their tentacles are always white, regardless of ink color, and have a single large sucker near the end of each. | ||
There are slight differences between | There are slight differences between boy and girl Inklings. In general, Inkling boys style their tentacles shorter, have thicker eyebrows, and deeper voices. Inkling girls tend to have have longer tentacle styles, but are not limited to only those styles. Inkling girls are also slightly curvier. In ''Splatoon'' and ''Splatoon 2'', the player must pick between boy and girl, and can only use the tentacle styles available for each gender. In ''Splatoon 3'', hairstyles and clothing items that were previously gender-locked can be worn by any Inkling. | ||
Some Inklings (namely [[Callie]], [[Marie]], [[Pearl]], and [[Frye]]) have special features unique to these characters. All four idols have plus-shaped pupils that are either brown or white, as opposed to the standard Inkling's black circular pupil. Callie, Marie, and Pearl have tentacles in colors not used by the regular Inkling, being black and white respectively. All idols have different ears: Callie and Marie (along with some Inklings shown in ''Splatoon'' official art) have curvy pointed ears. Pearl's ears are unusually small, and Frye's ears are unusually long and pointed. Frye in particular has the most unique appearance of any Inkling model found in game, with her exaggerated features and large eye mask. | Some Inklings (namely [[Callie]], [[Marie]], [[Pearl]], and [[Frye]]) have special features unique to these characters. All four idols have plus-shaped pupils that are either brown or white, as opposed to the standard Inkling's black circular pupil. Callie, Marie, and Pearl have tentacles in colors not used by the regular Inkling, being black and white respectively. All idols have different ears: Callie and Marie (along with some Inklings shown in ''Splatoon'' official art) have curvy pointed ears. Pearl's ears are unusually small, and Frye's ears are unusually long and pointed. Frye in particular has the most unique appearance of any Inkling model found in game, with her exaggerated features and large eye mask. | ||
==Biology== | ==Biology== | ||
[[File:Transform img.png|thumb|right|The Inkling transformation between kid and squid]] [[File: | [[File:Transform img.png|thumb|right|The Inkling transformation between kid and squid]] [[File:S Inkling tentacles diagram.jpg|thumb|right|A diagram showing an Inkling's (and squid's) ten tentacles]] | ||
Both the Inklings' squid and kid form have particular abilities associated with them. In kid form, Inklings can splatter a special type of colored [[ink]] by using various [[weapon]]s, including guns, rollers, buckets, paintbrushes, etc. This ink can be quickly spread over most surfaces, except for inflatable barriers, black pavement, <!--We need to make an article for these things--> and [[glass]] surfaces. This ink inhibits the movement of Inklings that do not have a matching color. When used as a projectile, ink can damage opposing Inklings, eventually 'splatting' them and forcing them to respawn. | Both the Inklings' squid and kid form have particular abilities associated with them. In kid form, Inklings can splatter a special type of colored [[ink]] by using various [[weapon]]s, including guns, rollers, buckets, paintbrushes, etc. This ink can be quickly spread over most surfaces, except for inflatable barriers, black pavement,<!--We need to make an article for these things--> and [[glass]] surfaces. This ink inhibits the movement of Inklings that do not have a matching color. When used as a projectile, ink can damage opposing Inklings, eventually 'splatting' them and forcing them to respawn. | ||
In squid form, Inklings on dry land are only able to slither slowly. This changes when an Inkling submerges into ink of its own color, allowing it to swim at high speeds and jump over large distances. Inklings also use their squid forms to perform maneuvers such as the [[ | In squid form, Inklings on dry land are only able to slither slowly. This changes when an Inkling submerges into ink of its own color, allowing it to swim at high speeds and jump over large distances. Inklings also use their squid forms to perform maneuvers such as the [[Mobility#Squid Surge|Squid Surge]] and [[Mobility#Squid Roll|Squid Roll]], scale painted walls, and slip through wire fences and grates into areas that would be unreachable in kid form. As revealed in ''[[Splatoon: Squid Kids Comedy Show]]'', Inklings are indeed more flexible in squid form. However, squids cannot travel past striped barriers or over ledges, preventing them from swimming into inaccessible areas. | ||
While submerged in ink, Inklings only create small ripples while swimming and become undetectable when still. In ink of their color, they quickly replenish their ink ammunition. In ink of a different color, Inklings become unable to remain in squid form and quickly revert | While submerged in ink, Inklings only create small ripples while swimming and become undetectable when still. In ink of their color, they quickly replenish their ink ammunition. In ink of a different color, Inklings become unable to remain in squid form and quickly revert to humanoid form. Inkling ink disappears rather quickly after a battle due to being [[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon 2#Scroll 14|consumed by microorganisms]] that have evolved to feed on the ink. | ||
[[File: | [[File:S Dissolved In Water.png|thumb|left|x140px|An Inkling after dissolving in water.]] | ||
Inklings are unable to swim in water. When submerged, their body dissolves, leaving their clothes behind. The [[ | Inklings are unable to swim in water. When submerged, their body dissolves, leaving their clothes behind. The [[Squid Research Lab|official American ''Splatoon'' Tumblr]] has mused that this may be because their bodies are made of liquid. Another fact to support this is that squid form Inklings can go through grates, which is also cited by the Tumblr account to be related to them possibly being made of liquid. Interviews with the producer of ''Splatoon'' and ''Splatoon 2'', [[Hisashi Nogami]], revealed that Inklings have a very thin and permeable outer membrane, which causes their ink to bleed out when in contact with water. They evolved this way to be able to transform freely between their kid and squid form, but lost the ability to be in water as a consequence.<ref>[https://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2018/03/26/splatoon-s-burning-questions-finally-answered.aspx Gameinformer - ''Splatoon'''s Burning Questions Finally Answered]</ref><ref>[https://miketendo64.com/2018/08/11/hisashi-nogami-octo-expansion/ Nintendo Switch news section interview with Nogami]</ref> A piece of trivia from {{SSBU}} also states that the Inklings' ink from their bodies will diffuse when submerged in water and which causes them to dissolve.<ref>"''In the ''Splatoon'' series, Inklings cover the ground and walls in ink, and then swim through that ink as a squid. But if they fall into water, the ink in their bodies will diffuse and they'll dissolve.''" - {{SSBU}}, Inkling Tips</ref> | ||
Despite this weakness, they are shown perfectly fine in water in {{MK8D}}. | |||
[ | Inklings possess the ability to change the color of their skin and eyes at will,<ref>{{YT}} [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnIAN06eSAE ''Splatoon 2'' Direct - Everything You Need to Know! | Nintendo of America]</ref> with the Splatlandian Inklings and Octolings also having the ability to have multicolored eyes. Skin color is not limited to human-like ones, Keaton of [[Wet Floor]] has turquoise skin, and Baker of [[C-Side]] has gray skin. | ||
Inklings are capable of producing a sort of bio-luminescence, an ability shared with certain real-life squid such as the [[ | [[File:Bioluminescence Inkling Girl.jpg |thumb|right|250px|Glowing dots as seen in the Super Smash Bros. 2018 trailer.]] | ||
Inklings are capable of producing a sort of bio-luminescence, an ability shared with certain real-life squid such as the [[wp:Firefly squid|firefly squid]]. In the dark, either during a [[Splatfest]] or certain {{OV}} missions, the player's Inkling will glow brightly in humanoid form, lighting up the area immediately around them and helping to differentiate the player from other Inklings. This glow disappears entirely upon assuming squid form. All Inklings (as well as [[jellyfish]]) in [[Inkopolis Plaza]] will give off a very faint glow during a Splatfest, visible only by looking at the ground around them. This bio-luminescence can also be spotted when viewing Inkling tentacles at low angle, with many tiny rainbow dots that glimmer faintly in the sunlight and brightly in pitch darkness. | |||
Inklings take on a unique appearance when they have a [[special weapon]] ready; they give off sparks, the tentacles on their head become very brightly colored and glow, bubbles form at the top of their head as if from boiling water, and they appear to be caught in a strong wind even when completely still. Their appearance returns to normal once their special weapon has been used. | Inklings take on a unique appearance when they have a [[special weapon]] ready; they give off sparks, the tentacles on their head become very brightly colored and glow, bubbles form at the top of their head as if from boiling water, and they appear to be caught in a strong wind even when completely still. Their appearance returns to normal once their special weapon has been used. | ||
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While in battle, Inklings can use their weapons to 'splat' each other with ink. Standing in enemy ink will damage and slow an Inkling's movement, but only enemy fire can splat an Inkling. When splatted by an enemy, Inklings explode into enemy ink, with their gear and weapons dropping before dissolving shortly thereafter, and a ghost-like squid figure will rise into the air over where they were splatted. This ghost-like squid figure then travels to the spawn point where the Inkling respawns. Inklings can also be splatted from diving into water and dissolving, or falling off a ledge and exploding into a cloud colored of their ink. Inklings can respawn at [[spawn point|checkpoint]]s after being splatted in | While in battle, Inklings can use their weapons to 'splat' each other with ink. Standing in enemy ink will damage and slow an Inkling's movement, but only enemy fire can splat an Inkling. When splatted by an enemy, Inklings explode into enemy ink, with their gear and weapons dropping before dissolving shortly thereafter, and a ghost-like squid figure will rise into the air over where they were splatted. This ghost-like squid figure then travels to the spawn point where the Inkling respawns. Inklings can also be splatted from diving into water and dissolving, or falling off a ledge and exploding into a cloud colored of their ink. Inklings can respawn at [[spawn point|checkpoint]]s after being splatted in {{OV}} and {{OC}}, though only working for a limited number of respawns. The online battle [[mode]]s allows for an infinite amount of respawns at the [[spawn point]]s. The [[special gauge]] decreases when splatted, even if full, unless the player is wearing 3 mains and 9 subs of [[Special Saver]] and the opponent is '''not''' wearing [[Respawn Punisher]]. | ||
However, in the | However, in the {{OE}} campaign, developers revealed that during the escape phases, [[Agent 8]], an [[Octoling]], does die if they get splatted as they are not connected to a spawn point, only checkpoints without respawning capabilities. This suggests that Inklings and Octolings do indeed die when splatted and need a means for them to respawn,<ref name="Splatoon 2 Famitsu interview">[https://www.famitsu.com/news/201807/21160955.html Famitsu ''Splatoon 2'' anniversary interview with the developers]</ref> possibly true due to the visual effects (i.e the 'ghost') when splatted. | ||
==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
[[File: | [[File:S Sunken Scroll 4.png|thumb|left|A Sunken Scroll marking Turf War battles to be at least 2,000 years old.]] | ||
Inkling culture is heavily influenced by the ancient human cultures that came before them; as a result, Inkling architecture, fashion, art, and even language shows influence from eastern and western human societies alike. It was implied that Inklings adapted much of their own culture and mannerisms from the fossils of human civilizations they have unearthed, and the blending of ancient human aesthetics and Inkling ingenuity is truly unique. The best collections of the Inkling lifestyle can be seen in major cities such as [[Inkopolis]], and [[Splatsville]]; cultural hot spots that draw in many young rural Inklings that seek a trendy and fresh lifestyle.<ref>[[The Art of Splatoon]]</ref> | Inkling culture is heavily influenced by the ancient human cultures that came before them; as a result, Inkling architecture, fashion, art, and even language shows influence from eastern and western human societies alike. It was implied that Inklings adapted much of their own culture and mannerisms from the fossils of human civilizations they have unearthed, and the blending of ancient human aesthetics and Inkling ingenuity is truly unique. The best collections of the Inkling lifestyle can be seen in major cities such as [[Inkopolis]], and [[Splatsville]]; cultural hot spots that draw in many young rural Inklings that seek a trendy and fresh lifestyle.<ref>''[[The Art of Splatoon]]''</ref> | ||
"Freshness" is the most important aspect of Inkling culture. This is based on how recent and cool an Inkling's attire and general style is, as well as how proficient with weapons and skilled in battle an Inkling is. Freshness is so important that most business owners will refuse customers that are too inexperienced. | "Freshness" is the most important aspect of Inkling culture. This is based on how recent and cool an Inkling's attire and general style is, as well as how proficient with weapons and skilled in battle an Inkling is. Freshness is so important that most business owners will refuse customers that are too inexperienced. | ||
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Inklings hold onto strong values of 'turf', and any infrastructure is likely to be decorated with graffiti and tags, as if to declare ownership. The art book from the first ''Splatoon'' clarifies that the idea stemmed from the Turf War concept of spraying and drawing ink to claim territory, implying that some Inkling graffiti is drawn in ink. | Inklings hold onto strong values of 'turf', and any infrastructure is likely to be decorated with graffiti and tags, as if to declare ownership. The art book from the first ''Splatoon'' clarifies that the idea stemmed from the Turf War concept of spraying and drawing ink to claim territory, implying that some Inkling graffiti is drawn in ink. | ||
Appearances play a major part in Inkling culture, and to many, being able to express themselves fully is a must. Inklings have invented many interesting ways the [[Player Settings|style their tentacles]], and have a huge variety of | Appearances play a major part in Inkling culture, and to many, being able to express themselves fully is a must. Inklings have invented many interesting ways the [[Player Settings|style their tentacles]], and have a huge variety of [[gear brand]]s and fashions. Besides the [[lobby]], the second most frequented spots in Inkling cities are the many shops that [[gear]] can be purchased from. Inklings can be seen gathered both inside and outside of local shops, socializing and showing off new gear. | ||
Inkling [[music]] can easily be described as a cultural cornerstone, and is extremely varied in style and genre, from the rock band [[Squid Squad]] to the world famous pop idols, the [[Squid Sisters]]. Music can be heard during every battle as a way to hype up competitors, as well as in every shop and throughout Inkopolis and Splatsville. | |||
[[File:S Cats vs. Dogs plaza promo 1.jpg|thumb|400x400px|Inkopolis Plaza decorated for a Splatfest.]] | |||
Every so often, a [[Splatfest]] is held; a special festival that brings Inklings together for a large concert and celebration of opposing ideas, and can be seen as a merging of music and turf wars. Teams are formed around two (''Splatoon'', ''Splatoon 2'') or three (''Splatoon 3'') opposing topics, where members compete in turf wars in order to decide which is superior. This is a major event where an entire city may be transformed in celebration. Many Inklings can be seen on the streets dancing, enjoying live performances from the [[Squid Sisters]] (''Splatoon''), [[Off the Hook]] (''Splatoon 2''), or [[Deep Cut]] (''Splatoon 3''), and supporting their chosen teams by wearing [[Splatfest Tee]]s and producing topic-themed graffiti. | Every so often, a [[Splatfest]] is held; a special festival that brings Inklings together for a large concert and celebration of opposing ideas, and can be seen as a merging of music and turf wars. Teams are formed around two (''Splatoon'', ''Splatoon 2'') or three (''Splatoon 3'') opposing topics, where members compete in turf wars in order to decide which is superior. This is a major event where an entire city may be transformed in celebration. Many Inklings can be seen on the streets dancing, enjoying live performances from the [[Squid Sisters]] (''Splatoon''), [[Off the Hook]] (''Splatoon 2''), or [[Deep Cut]] (''Splatoon 3''), and supporting their chosen teams by wearing [[Splatfest Tee]]s and producing topic-themed graffiti. | ||
Inklings have been described as easy-going, inattentive and living for fun; they did not take further concern when the [[Great Zapfish]] went missing and | Inklings have been described as easy-going, inattentive and living for fun; they did not take further concern when the [[Great Zapfish]] went missing and did not seem too worried when [[Octoling]]s appeared in Inkopolis. Indeed, it is stated that during the Great Turf War, preliminary battles were easily won by Octarian forces simply because Inklings had failed to wake up early enough. Sunken Scrolls have described the Inkling mind as being simple and hedonistic, though this is most likely Octarian propaganda.<ref>[[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon|''Splatoon'' - Sunken Scroll 12]]</ref> Their work ethic seems to mirror their carefree and pleasure-seeking nature, as ''[[The Art of Splatoon 2]]'' mentions that many Inklings only take on part-time jobs. They easily forget about old trends and shift their interest on what is new, or fresh.<ref name="Splatoon 2 Famitsu interview" /> | ||
It was confirmed that Inkopolis resides in Japan, where the ''Splatoon'' franchise was created. Inkling society is heavily inspired by Japanese culture, with similar architecture, customs, spoken and written language, and dress. Some notable examples is the traditional Japanese dress worn by the Squid Sisters on multiple occasions, the clear ''[[ | It was confirmed that Inkopolis resides in Japan, where the ''Splatoon'' franchise was created. Inkling society is heavily inspired by Japanese culture, with similar architecture, customs, spoken and written language, and dress. Some notable examples is the traditional Japanese dress worn by the Squid Sisters on multiple occasions, the clear ''[[wp:Rakugo|rakugo]]'' set-up for the [[Anarchy Splatcast]], and rice as a popular food, as seen in the [[Rice vs. Bread]] [[Splatfest]]. [[Traditional Gear|Gear based on Japanese sushi shop uniforms]] were also released, hinting at Inklings eating sushi. This was implied again when Inklings were seen to eat 'hot dogfish' and 'fried catfish'. This is further pointed at when Callie says she is not good with seafood. The type of seafood is unknown, however. | ||
===Squidmas=== | ===Squidmas=== | ||
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Squidmas is an Inkling holiday that is assumed to be celebrated during colder weather. Much is unknown about this holiday aside from its obvious likenesses to the human holiday of Christmas. From this, it is assumed that in the winter, a figure named ''Father Squidmas'' goes around the world giving out presents and freshness to all the good Inkling children. | Squidmas is an Inkling holiday that is assumed to be celebrated during colder weather. Much is unknown about this holiday aside from its obvious likenesses to the human holiday of Christmas. From this, it is assumed that in the winter, a figure named ''Father Squidmas'' goes around the world giving out presents and freshness to all the good Inkling children. | ||
According to [[Callie]] of the [[Squid Sisters]], Father Squidmas can be found in the North Pole of the Earth, making gifts all year in preparation for Squidmas time. According to her cousin [[Marie]], Father Squidmas | According to [[Callie]] of the [[Squid Sisters]], Father Squidmas can be found in the North Pole of the Earth, making gifts all year in preparation for Squidmas time. According to her cousin [[Marie]], Father Squidmas is not real and all of their interactions with him are simply their [[Cuttlefish|grandfather]] dressed up as him. | ||
Squidmas is an additional element associated with the localization. The Japanese | Squidmas is an additional element associated with the localization. The Japanese edition originally did not have it, as well as other regions, though official art celebrating the holidays does use the term "Squidmas". | ||
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===Halloween=== | ===Halloween=== | ||
[[File:Inkling Halloween.jpg|thumb|left|300px]] | [[File:Inkling Halloween.jpg|thumb|left|300px]] | ||
Halloween is another holiday that Inklings celebrate as evidenced by the [[Trick vs. Treat (2018)|Trick vs. Treat]] Splatfest and [[Trick vs. Treat (2020)|its rematch]]. Just like the human holiday of the same name, Inklings and other species dress up in costumes and participate in trick or treating activities. Locations are likewise decorated with scary decor such as ghost, skeletons and glow-in-the-dark graffiti. | Halloween is another holiday that Inklings celebrate as evidenced by the [[Trick vs. Treat (2018)|Trick vs. Treat]] Splatfest and [[Trick vs. Treat (2020)|its rematch]]. Just like the human holiday of the same name, Inklings and other species dress up in costumes and participate in trick or treating activities. Locations are likewise decorated with scary decor such as ghost, skeletons and glow-in-the-dark graffiti. | ||
The event is also known as "Splatoween", though [[Marina]] specifies that Trick vs. Treat is a Halloween Splatfest, implying that the holiday's official name is Halloween. Official art made to celebrate the occasion uses the 'Halloween' term. The Japanese version also uses Halloween when referring to the event. Dialogue for a previous Splatfest, [[Fancy Party vs. Costume Party]], refers to the holiday as "Squidoween", | The event is also known as "Splatoween", though [[Marina]] specifies that Trick vs. Treat is a Halloween Splatfest, implying that the holiday's official name is Halloween. Official art made to celebrate the occasion uses the 'Halloween' term. The Japanese version also uses Halloween when referring to the event. Dialogue for a previous Splatfest, [[Fancy Party vs. Costume Party]], refers to the holiday as "Squidoween", but this could be a phrase added in the localization as versions in other languages do not mention the term. | ||
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[[File:Chorus of Calamari County Gachi Bon Matsuri.jpg|thumb|left|300px]] | [[File:Chorus of Calamari County Gachi Bon Matsuri.jpg|thumb|left|300px]] | ||
A two-day event themed after the [[ | A two-day event themed after the [[wp:Bon (festival)|''Bon'' festival]] for {{S}} was held starting {{date|2016-04-29}} through ''Niconico Chokaigi''. The name of the event can be translated as "[[Ranked Battle|Ranked]] (or competitive) Bon Festival". In an article from Nintendo, it was mentioned that while the Bon Festival is celebrated during summer in the human world, Inklings celebrate the holiday in the month of April.<ref>{{NES}} [https://topics.nintendo.co.jp/article/ff1c5c12-eff6-11e5-9d75-063b7ac45a6d 春なのにSplatoonガチ盆まつり、「超音楽祭2016」にシオカラーズ出演決定!]</ref> It included tournaments, giveaways, and ''Bon Odori'' dance sessions, as well as a viewing party for the [[Shiokalive at Chokaigi 2016|Squid Sisters concert]] at the ''Chokaigi'' Music Festival. To promote the event, {{YT}} [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RBG4KLnGjY a video] depicting a young Callie and Marie dancing to the ''[[Calamari Inkantation#Chorus of Calamari County|Chorus of Calamari County]]'' was released. Attendees were encouraged to learn the video's choreography with dance lessons being given on site. Some fans, many of them in cosplay, were invited on stage to dance to the song during the ''Bon Odori'' session. It is unclear if the event was supposed to reflect how Inklings celebrate the ''Bon'' Festival beyond the date. | ||
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[[File:Credits - Logo D.png|thumb|right|120px|An example of Inkling language.]] | [[File:Credits - Logo D.png|thumb|right|120px|An example of Inkling language.]] | ||
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Inklings communicate with each other in the [[ | Inklings communicate with each other in the [[Language in the Splatoon series|Inkling language]], which to human ears sounds like high-pitched, distorted noises most commonly expressed using consonant-vowel parings (''i.e. woomy''). Written Inkling is shown to be extremely diverse and complex, with many different 'characters' and 'alphabets' that take the most inspiration from Japanese and English. Inkling appears frequently in-game: on signs, shops, [[Sunken Scroll]]s, clothing, etc. Much of the music in the ''Splatoon'' series features lyrics sung in Inkling, such as that performed by the [[Squid Sisters]]. When the player uses [[signal]]s to communicate with teammates in online battles, the player's Inkling is shown using Inkling translations. | ||
===Audio=== | ===Audio=== | ||
Press the speaker icon or descriptive text to start or pause the audio. | Press the speaker icon or descriptive text to start or pause the audio. | ||
*{{sound|Female Inklings' voice clips|Female inkling sounds.oga}} ([[:File:Female inkling sounds.oga|link to file information]]) | *{{sound|Female Inklings' voice clips|Female inkling sounds.oga}} ([[:File:Female inkling sounds.oga|link to file information]]) | ||
*{{sound|Male Inklings' voice clips|Male inkling sounds. | *{{sound|Male Inklings' voice clips|Male inkling sounds.oga}} ([[:File:Male inkling sounds.oga|link to file information]]) | ||
*{{sound|Squid Sisters' voice clips|Squid sisters sounds. | *{{sound|Squid Sisters' voice clips|Squid sisters sounds.oga}} ([[:File:Squid sisters sounds.oga|link to file information]]) | ||
{{clr}} | {{clr}} | ||
==Quotes== | ==Quotes== | ||
{{Quote|Transform into a squid to hide, climb walls, or travel at super speed in your own ink. But watch out for enemy ink—it'll hurt you!|Splatoon's official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview">[http://splatoon.nintendo.com/overview/ | {{Quote|Transform into a squid to hide, climb walls, or travel at super speed in your own ink. But watch out for enemy ink—it'll hurt you!|''Splatoon'''s official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview">{{NES}} [http://splatoon.nintendo.com/overview/ ''Splatoon'' Overview]</ref>}} | ||
{{Quote|The squid-like residents of Inkopolis are totes crazy for color-flinging, ink-slinging, turf-splattering battles.|Splatoon's official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | {{Quote|The squid-like residents of Inkopolis are totes crazy for color-flinging, ink-slinging, turf-splattering battles.|''Splatoon'''s official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | ||
{{Quote|From squid…to kid…and back! Inklings can transform at will into squid form, so you've gotta master both if you want to win.|Splatoon's official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | {{Quote|From squid…to kid…and back! Inklings can transform at will into squid form, so you've gotta master both if you want to win.|''Splatoon'''s official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | ||
{{Quote|Swim up ink-splattered walls and jump from one splat to another in squid form.|Splatoon's official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | {{Quote|Swim up ink-splattered walls and jump from one splat to another in squid form.|''Splatoon'''s official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | ||
{{Quote|Find shortcuts and navigate tricky areas.|Splatoon's official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | {{Quote|Find shortcuts and navigate tricky areas.|''Splatoon'''s official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | ||
{{Quote|Avoid being targeted by baddies by hiding in your own ink.|Splatoon's official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | {{Quote|Avoid being targeted by baddies by hiding in your own ink.|''Splatoon'''s official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | ||
{{Quote|Turn into a squid to move more quickly across your ink.|Splatoon's official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | {{Quote|Turn into a squid to move more quickly across your ink.|''Splatoon'''s official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | ||
{{Quote|Hide as a squid, then quickly switch to an Inkling to take enemies out of the action with a well-aimed splat.|Splatoon's official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | {{Quote|Hide as a squid, then quickly switch to an Inkling to take enemies out of the action with a well-aimed splat.|''Splatoon'''s official website|<ref name="Splatoon Overview"/>}} | ||
==Gallery== | |||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
[[File:Octo Expansion Cap'n Cuttlefish quote - hearts.jpg|thumb|250px|[[Cap'n Cuttlefish]] saying "all of my hearts", implying that Inklings have more than one heart.]] | [[File:Octo Expansion Cap'n Cuttlefish quote - hearts.jpg|thumb|250px|[[Cuttlefish|Cap'n Cuttlefish]] saying "all of my hearts", implying that Inklings have more than one heart.]] | ||
*When designing the Inklings, the ''Splatoon'' development team centered around the girl | *When designing the Inklings, the ''Splatoon'' development team at first centered around the Inkling girl, to the extent that they thought to not have an Inkling boy. They emphasized on the Inkling girl because there were not many girl leads in Nintendo games, and that having a strong, active girl lead would make it easier to become accepted overseas. The Inkling boy was created later.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://nintendoeverything.com/splatoon-devs-on-Inkling-girl-design-focus-squid-sisters-and-more/ | title = Famitsu Interview with ''Splatoon'' development team | publisher = Posted by Brian on NintendoEverything | date = 2015-07-26 | accessdate= 2015-07-28 }}</ref> | ||
** The playable Inklings were originally designed as 17-year-olds since the developers wanted to give the image of a strong, | **The playable Inklings were originally designed as 17-year-olds since the developers wanted to give the image of a strong, rebellious character, with a "cool" attitude. But due to the boy looking too obedient at 17 they were aged down to 14-year-olds, though they were still designed as having the mood of 16 to 17-year-olds.<ref>[https://nintendoeverything.com/splatoon-staff-talk-about-the-Inkling-design-more-on-the-squid-sisters-and-other-topics/ Famitsu developer interview - NintendoEverything translation: ''Splatoon'' staff talk about the Inkling design, more on the Squid Sisters, and other topics]</ref> | ||
* ''Splatoon'' developers have stated when they came up with the concept, they | *''Splatoon'' developers have stated when they came up with the concept, they did not consider [[mariowiki:Blooper|Bloopers]] from the [[mariowiki:Mario (series)|''Mario'' series]], despite the close resemblance between Bloopers and Inklings. | ||
* According to the [[:File:Inklingdevelopment.png|Inkling Development Process]], Inklings finalize their kid form at the age of 14. Despite this, some Inklings might be able to assume this form much earlier, as seen in [[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon#Scroll 17|Sunken Scroll 17]], where the [[Squid Sisters]] are shown as children in their kid form. Another example could be the [[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon 2#Scroll 1|Sunken Scroll 1]] in ''Splatoon 2 | * According to the [[:File:Inklingdevelopment.png|Inkling Development Process]], Inklings finalize their kid form at the age of 14. Despite this, some Inklings might be able to assume this form much earlier, as seen in [[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon#Scroll 17|Sunken Scroll 17]], where the [[Squid Sisters]] are shown as children in their kid form. Another example could be the [[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon 2#Scroll 1|Sunken Scroll 1]] in ''Splatoon 2'', which appears to be of a young [[Pearl]] in kid form. However, due to Pearl's adult appearance still being quite childlike, it is unclear if this photo was taken before or after the age of 14. | ||
*The [[ | *The [[Squid Research Lab]] admitted that Inklings may be made entirely out of ink. This theory would explain why Inklings dissolve in [[water]], swim through [[grate]]s, and reform with ease after being splatted.<ref>{{SRL}} [[Inkipedia:Tumblr archive/2015/January#107608490289|Live from Squid Research Lab - Breaking News: One of our interns recently saw a...]]</ref> This also may mean that in humanoid form, they hold themselves up with 'ink pressure', which means that they use a substance in ink to retain their ability to stand and walk upright. | ||
*Inklings seem to have multiple hearts, as implied by [[Cap'n Cuttlefish]] at the beginning of the | *Inklings seem to have multiple hearts, as implied by [[Cuttlefish|Cap'n Cuttlefish]] at the beginning of the {{OE}}. This could be a reference to how real-life [[wp:Cephalopod#Circulatory system|cephalopods]] have three hearts. | ||
*An Inkling's ink color is chosen at random for online battles unless the Ink Color Lock option has been turned on. | *An Inkling's ink color is chosen at random for online battles unless the Ink Color Lock option has been turned on. | ||
*Inklings (and Octolings) can change their hair and ink color at will when out of battle, as seen in the ''Splatoon'' manga. | * Inklings (and Octolings) can change their hair and ink color at will when out of battle, as seen in the ''Splatoon'' manga. | ||
*Inklings are at least somewhat ambidextrous, wielding weapons like the [[Splatana Wiper]] with both hands, although they predominantly use their right hands with other weapons. | *Inklings are at least somewhat ambidextrous, wielding weapons like the [[Splatana Wiper]] with both hands, although they predominantly use their right hands with other weapons. | ||
*While the player is swimming in squid form, the music is muffled and bubbling sounds can be heard. If a player is hit by | *While the player is swimming in squid form, the music is muffled and bubbling sounds can be heard. If a player is hit by enemy's ink and is close to being splatted, when they submerge back into their ink to heal, the Inkling can be heard quietly moaning in pain. | ||
*When switching between [[gear]] on the [[equipment]] screen, there is sometimes a small delay before the selected piece of gear appears on the player's Inkling. For that moment, they will not be wearing any gear in that slot. | *When switching between [[gear]] on the [[equipment]] screen, there is sometimes a small delay before the selected piece of gear appears on the player's Inkling. For that moment, they will not be wearing any gear in that slot. | ||
**In ''Splatoon'', for clothing, they wear a tight, sleeveless black shirt by default. For shoes, it shows their bare feet, which are flipper-like and featureless because Inklings' feet are meant to never be seen. For headgear, they simply look like they are wearing the [[Fake Contacts]], or no headgear. However, Inklings always wear their [[Player Settings|shorts]]. | **In ''Splatoon'', for clothing, they wear a tight, sleeveless black shirt by default. For shoes, it shows their bare feet, which are flipper-like and featureless because Inklings' feet are meant to never be seen. For headgear, they simply look like they are wearing the [[Fake Contacts]], or no headgear. However, Inklings always wear their [[Player Settings|shorts]]. | ||
**In ''Splatoon 2'', the gear-less Inklings can also be seen in | **In ''Splatoon 2'', the gear-less Inklings can also be seen in {{OC}} when they are in the temporary "danger" mode that occurs when their Hero Headphones, Hero Hoodie and Hero Boots break from taking fatal damage and after falling into water. Their legwear remains the same, but for clothing, the Inkling Boy is shirtless, while the Inkling Girl wears a black sports bra. For shoes, their feet are now properly rendered and have toes. They appear as if wearing Fake Contacts or not wearing headgear. | ||
*Inklings have tongues as seen in the [[Splatoon (manga)|''Splatoon'' manga]] and the [[Naughty vs. Nice]] Splatfest artwork, but they are not usually seen on in-game models except for in ''Splatoon 3'' with [[Frye]]. | *Inklings have tongues as seen in the [[Splatoon (manga)|''Splatoon'' manga]] and the [[Naughty vs. Nice]] Splatfest artwork, but they are not usually seen on in-game models except for in ''Splatoon 3'' with [[Frye]]. | ||
*During the [[Squid vs. Octopus (2018)|Squid vs. Octopus]] [[Splatfest]], Octoling players on Team Squid would have their avatar switched to Inklings when inside battles. In Inkopolis Square, the avatar remained unchanged. The reverse was true for Inklings on Team Octopus. | *During the [[Squid vs. Octopus (2018)|Squid vs. Octopus]] [[Splatfest]], Octoling players on Team Squid would have their avatar switched to Inklings when inside battles. In Inkopolis Square, the avatar remained unchanged. The reverse was true for Inklings on Team Octopus. | ||
*A [[smashwiki:Trophy|trophy]] of a female Inkling appears in [[smashwiki:Super Smash Bros. 4|Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U]], which becomes available after downloading the Inkling Mii Fighter costumes. The trophy is shaped like the [[Amiibo#Inkling Girl|Inkling Girl amiibo]]. | *A [[smashwiki:Trophy|trophy]] of a female Inkling appears in [[smashwiki:Super Smash Bros. 4|''Super Smash Bros.'' for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U]], which becomes available after downloading the Inkling Mii Fighter costumes. The trophy is shaped like the [[Amiibo#Inkling Girl|Inkling Girl amiibo]]. | ||
==Names in other languages== | ==Names in other languages== | ||
= | <div style="display:flex; gap:30px; justify-content:flex-start; flex-wrap:wrap; align-items:flex-start;"> | ||
{{Localized name | |||
|title=Inkling | |||
|Jap=インクリング | |||
|JapR=Inkuringu | |||
|JapM=Inkling | |||
|Dut=Inkling | |||
|DutM=- | |||
|Fra=Inkling | |||
|FraM=- | |||
|Ger=Inkling | |||
|GerM=- | |||
|Ita=Inkling | |||
|ItaM=- | |||
|Rus=Инклинг | |||
|RusR=Inkling | |||
|RusM=Inkling | |||
|Spa=Inkling | |||
|SpaM=- | |||
|ChiS=鱿鱼族 | |||
|ChiSR=yóuyú zú | |||
|ChiSM=Literally "squid race", or Inkling. However, Inklings are more likely to be referred to as "squid", translation below | |||
|ChiT=魷魚族 | |||
|ChiTR=yóuyú zú | |||
|ChiTM=Literally "squid race", or Inkling. However, Inklings are more likely to be referred to as "squid", translation below | |||
|KorR=ingkeulling | |||
|KorM=Inkling | |||
|Kor=잉클링 | |||
}} | |||
{{Localized name | |||
|title=Squid | |||
|Jap=イカ | |||
|Nor=Blekksprut | |||
|FinM=Soft-bodied cephalopod (squid, octopus, cuttlefish) | |||
|Hun=Tintahal | |||
|HunM=Squid | |||
|Kor=오징어 | |||
|KorM=Squid | |||
|KorR=ojingeo | |||
|NorM=Cephalopod | |||
|DanM=Cephalopod | |||
|Pol=Kałamarnice | |||
|PolM=Squid | |||
|Por=Lula<br>Molusco | |||
|PorM=Squid<br>Mollusc | |||
|Swe=Bläckfisk | |||
|SweM=Cephalopod | |||
|Fin=Mustekala | |||
|Dan=Blæksprutte | |||
|JapM=Squid | |||
|GerM=Squid | |||
|JapR=ika | |||
|Dut=Inktvis | |||
|DutM=Cephalopod | |||
|Fre=Calamar | |||
|FreM=Squid | |||
|Ger=Tintenfisch | |||
|Ita=Calamaro | |||
|CzeM=Pencil squid | |||
|ItaM=Squid | |||
|Rus1=Кальмар | |||
|Rus1R=Kal'mar | |||
|Rus2=Головоногий | |||
|Rus2R=Golovonogiy | |||
|Rus1M=Squid | |||
|Rus2M=Cephalopod | |||
|SpaE=Calamar<br>Cefalópodo | |||
|SpaEM=Squid<br>Cephalopod | |||
|Cze=Olihně | |||
|ChiS=鱿鱼 | |||
|ChiSM=Squid | |||
|ChiSR=yóuyú | |||
|ChiT=魷魚 | |||
|ChiTM=Squid | |||
|ChiTR=yóuyú | |||
}} | |||
{{Localized name | |||
|title=Fresh! | |||
|Jap=イカす! | |Jap=イカす! | ||
|JapR=ikasu! | |JapR=ikasu! | ||
|JapM=Cool!<ref>Also a pun on イカ | |JapM=Cool!<ref group="notes">Also a pun on イカ ''ika'' ("squid")</ref> | ||
|Rus=Свежачок! | |Rus=Свежачок! | ||
|RusR=Svezhachok! | |RusR=Svezhachok! | ||
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|ChiS=鱿型! | |ChiS=鱿型! | ||
|ChiSR=yóu xíng! | |ChiSR=yóu xíng! | ||
|ChiSM=A pun on 有型; ''pinyin: yǒuxíng'' | |ChiSM=A pun on 有型; ''pinyin: yǒuxíng'' ("stylish") and 鱿鱼 ''pinyin: yóuyú'' ("squid") | ||
|ChiT= | |ChiT= | ||
|ChiTR= | |ChiTR= | ||
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|Kor=어메이징! | |Kor=어메이징! | ||
|KorR=eomeijing! | |KorR=eomeijing! | ||
|KorM=Amazing!<ref>Also a pun on 오징어 | |KorM=Amazing!<ref group="notes">Also a pun on 오징어 ''ojingeo''("squid")</ref> | ||
}} | |||
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===Translation notes=== | |||
{{Note list}} | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references/> | <references /> | ||
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Revision as of 17:41, 11 July 2024
- This article is about the prominent species of squid in the Splatoon series. For other uses, see Inkling (disambiguation).
- Squid redirects here. For other uses, see Squid (disambiguation).
- Kid redirects here. For the Splatfest, see Kid vs. Grown-Up.
![](http://cdn.wikimg.net/en/splatoonwiki/images/thumb/b/b6/Splat2n_3D_Inklings_1.jpg/400px-Splat2n_3D_Inklings_1.jpg)
Inklings are a species of humanoid cephalopods who are the main protagonists and playable characters in the Splatoon series, along with Octolings.
Background
![](http://cdn.wikimg.net/en/splatoonwiki/images/thumb/9/9a/S_Sunken_Scroll_10.png/350px-S_Sunken_Scroll_10.png)
Inklings are evolved species of squid that came to be after rising sea levels destroyed humanity. The first ancestors of modern Inklings are recorded to have lived around 5,000 years after the destruction of the human settlement of Alterna. Alterna inhabitants unintentionally accelerated the evolution of squids and other species of marine life, after psycho-reactive liquid crystals infused with lingering human thoughts and feelings leaked into the ocean surrounding the settlement.
At least 2,000 years before the events of Splatoon, Turf Wars were established. The original Turf Wars were overseen by Judd, a cat that was cryogenically frozen by his human owner before the Earth was flooded. 100 years before the events of Splatoon, the Inklings and the Octarians engaged in a Great Turf War after otherwise having good relations, when rising sea levels caused disputes over the remaining territory. The young Cap'n Cuttlefish and his Inkling comrades were victorious, forcing the Octarians to retreat to desolate areas such as Octo Valley, Octo Canyon, and take up residence underground.
Appearance
- For a visual overview of character customization options, see Player Settings.
![](http://cdn.wikimg.net/en/splatoonwiki/images/thumb/4/44/Inklingdevelopment.png/350px-Inklingdevelopment.png)
Young Inklings begin life resembling squid paralarvae, but grow into an increasingly human-like form as they age. By at most the age of 14, Inklings gain complete control over both these forms and can change between kid and squid at will. Between each game in the franchise, Inklings undergo design changes, generally becoming taller, and having more rounded and less squat faces. Additionally, in Splatoon and Splatoon 3, Inklings' tentacles have a darker color towards their tips.
The kid form is similar to that of a young human child, but with notable differences. Instead of hair, an Inkling has tentacle appendages that cover their head. These tentacles are colored on the outside, and white on the inside. The outer layer changes to match an Inkling's ink color, and usually features a spotted gradient to a secondary color at the ends of their longest tentacles. An Inkling's eyes are surrounded by a black 'eye mask', and they have pointed ears that are homologous to a squid's fins. Their mouths contain two ridges similar in shape to human teeth, with three larger sharp points--two on the top and one on the bottom--that resemble a squid's beak. The inside of an Inkling's mouth matches their ink color.
![](http://cdn.wikimg.net/en/splatoonwiki/images/thumb/0/0b/Splatoon_-_Squid_2D_purple.png/200px-Splatoon_-_Squid_2D_purple.png)
The squid form resembles a small, cartoonish, monochromatic squid. They have several small arms in the middle of their bodies, with two large tentacles on either side. The squid have short mantle with relatively large fins, and two upward-facing, human-like eyes over the characteristic eye mask. The undersides of their tentacles are always white, regardless of ink color, and have a single large sucker near the end of each.
There are slight differences between boy and girl Inklings. In general, Inkling boys style their tentacles shorter, have thicker eyebrows, and deeper voices. Inkling girls tend to have have longer tentacle styles, but are not limited to only those styles. Inkling girls are also slightly curvier. In Splatoon and Splatoon 2, the player must pick between boy and girl, and can only use the tentacle styles available for each gender. In Splatoon 3, hairstyles and clothing items that were previously gender-locked can be worn by any Inkling.
Some Inklings (namely Callie, Marie, Pearl, and Frye) have special features unique to these characters. All four idols have plus-shaped pupils that are either brown or white, as opposed to the standard Inkling's black circular pupil. Callie, Marie, and Pearl have tentacles in colors not used by the regular Inkling, being black and white respectively. All idols have different ears: Callie and Marie (along with some Inklings shown in Splatoon official art) have curvy pointed ears. Pearl's ears are unusually small, and Frye's ears are unusually long and pointed. Frye in particular has the most unique appearance of any Inkling model found in game, with her exaggerated features and large eye mask.
Biology
![](http://cdn.wikimg.net/en/splatoonwiki/images/thumb/7/70/Transform_img.png/300px-Transform_img.png)
![](http://cdn.wikimg.net/en/splatoonwiki/images/thumb/0/0b/S_Inkling_tentacles_diagram.jpg/300px-S_Inkling_tentacles_diagram.jpg)
Both the Inklings' squid and kid form have particular abilities associated with them. In kid form, Inklings can splatter a special type of colored ink by using various weapons, including guns, rollers, buckets, paintbrushes, etc. This ink can be quickly spread over most surfaces, except for inflatable barriers, black pavement, and glass surfaces. This ink inhibits the movement of Inklings that do not have a matching color. When used as a projectile, ink can damage opposing Inklings, eventually 'splatting' them and forcing them to respawn.
In squid form, Inklings on dry land are only able to slither slowly. This changes when an Inkling submerges into ink of its own color, allowing it to swim at high speeds and jump over large distances. Inklings also use their squid forms to perform maneuvers such as the Squid Surge and Squid Roll, scale painted walls, and slip through wire fences and grates into areas that would be unreachable in kid form. As revealed in Splatoon: Squid Kids Comedy Show, Inklings are indeed more flexible in squid form. However, squids cannot travel past striped barriers or over ledges, preventing them from swimming into inaccessible areas.
While submerged in ink, Inklings only create small ripples while swimming and become undetectable when still. In ink of their color, they quickly replenish their ink ammunition. In ink of a different color, Inklings become unable to remain in squid form and quickly revert to humanoid form. Inkling ink disappears rather quickly after a battle due to being consumed by microorganisms that have evolved to feed on the ink.
![](http://cdn.wikimg.net/en/splatoonwiki/images/thumb/8/83/S_Dissolved_In_Water.png/167px-S_Dissolved_In_Water.png)
Inklings are unable to swim in water. When submerged, their body dissolves, leaving their clothes behind. The official American Splatoon Tumblr has mused that this may be because their bodies are made of liquid. Another fact to support this is that squid form Inklings can go through grates, which is also cited by the Tumblr account to be related to them possibly being made of liquid. Interviews with the producer of Splatoon and Splatoon 2, Hisashi Nogami, revealed that Inklings have a very thin and permeable outer membrane, which causes their ink to bleed out when in contact with water. They evolved this way to be able to transform freely between their kid and squid form, but lost the ability to be in water as a consequence.[2][3] A piece of trivia from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate also states that the Inklings' ink from their bodies will diffuse when submerged in water and which causes them to dissolve.[4]
Despite this weakness, they are shown perfectly fine in water in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Inklings possess the ability to change the color of their skin and eyes at will,[5] with the Splatlandian Inklings and Octolings also having the ability to have multicolored eyes. Skin color is not limited to human-like ones, Keaton of Wet Floor has turquoise skin, and Baker of C-Side has gray skin.
![](http://cdn.wikimg.net/en/splatoonwiki/images/thumb/0/0f/Bioluminescence_Inkling_Girl.jpg/250px-Bioluminescence_Inkling_Girl.jpg)
Inklings are capable of producing a sort of bio-luminescence, an ability shared with certain real-life squid such as the firefly squid. In the dark, either during a Splatfest or certain Octo Valley missions, the player's Inkling will glow brightly in humanoid form, lighting up the area immediately around them and helping to differentiate the player from other Inklings. This glow disappears entirely upon assuming squid form. All Inklings (as well as jellyfish) in Inkopolis Plaza will give off a very faint glow during a Splatfest, visible only by looking at the ground around them. This bio-luminescence can also be spotted when viewing Inkling tentacles at low angle, with many tiny rainbow dots that glimmer faintly in the sunlight and brightly in pitch darkness.
Inklings take on a unique appearance when they have a special weapon ready; they give off sparks, the tentacles on their head become very brightly colored and glow, bubbles form at the top of their head as if from boiling water, and they appear to be caught in a strong wind even when completely still. Their appearance returns to normal once their special weapon has been used.
In the Splatoon manga, Vintage and his teammate Omega have the ability to sense opponents moving behind them. Bobble Hat, also from the manga, has similar abilities. It is unknown if any other Inklings have these abilities.
Splatting
- Main article: Splat (occurrence)
While in battle, Inklings can use their weapons to 'splat' each other with ink. Standing in enemy ink will damage and slow an Inkling's movement, but only enemy fire can splat an Inkling. When splatted by an enemy, Inklings explode into enemy ink, with their gear and weapons dropping before dissolving shortly thereafter, and a ghost-like squid figure will rise into the air over where they were splatted. This ghost-like squid figure then travels to the spawn point where the Inkling respawns. Inklings can also be splatted from diving into water and dissolving, or falling off a ledge and exploding into a cloud colored of their ink. Inklings can respawn at checkpoints after being splatted in Octo Valley and Octo Canyon, though only working for a limited number of respawns. The online battle modes allows for an infinite amount of respawns at the spawn points. The special gauge decreases when splatted, even if full, unless the player is wearing 3 mains and 9 subs of Special Saver and the opponent is not wearing Respawn Punisher.
However, in the Octo Expansion campaign, developers revealed that during the escape phases, Agent 8, an Octoling, does die if they get splatted as they are not connected to a spawn point, only checkpoints without respawning capabilities. This suggests that Inklings and Octolings do indeed die when splatted and need a means for them to respawn,[6] possibly true due to the visual effects (i.e the 'ghost') when splatted.
Culture
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Inkling culture is heavily influenced by the ancient human cultures that came before them; as a result, Inkling architecture, fashion, art, and even language shows influence from eastern and western human societies alike. It was implied that Inklings adapted much of their own culture and mannerisms from the fossils of human civilizations they have unearthed, and the blending of ancient human aesthetics and Inkling ingenuity is truly unique. The best collections of the Inkling lifestyle can be seen in major cities such as Inkopolis, and Splatsville; cultural hot spots that draw in many young rural Inklings that seek a trendy and fresh lifestyle.[7]
"Freshness" is the most important aspect of Inkling culture. This is based on how recent and cool an Inkling's attire and general style is, as well as how proficient with weapons and skilled in battle an Inkling is. Freshness is so important that most business owners will refuse customers that are too inexperienced.
The cultural high-point to many Inklings are competitive battles, which serve as a means of entertainment, relaxation, and celebration of the Inkling victory during the Great Turf War. It is by far the most popular activity for young Inklings and include a variety of modes leading with Turf War, and including Splat Zones, Rainmaker, Clam Blitz, and Tower Control.
Inklings hold onto strong values of 'turf', and any infrastructure is likely to be decorated with graffiti and tags, as if to declare ownership. The art book from the first Splatoon clarifies that the idea stemmed from the Turf War concept of spraying and drawing ink to claim territory, implying that some Inkling graffiti is drawn in ink.
Appearances play a major part in Inkling culture, and to many, being able to express themselves fully is a must. Inklings have invented many interesting ways the style their tentacles, and have a huge variety of gear brands and fashions. Besides the lobby, the second most frequented spots in Inkling cities are the many shops that gear can be purchased from. Inklings can be seen gathered both inside and outside of local shops, socializing and showing off new gear.
Inkling music can easily be described as a cultural cornerstone, and is extremely varied in style and genre, from the rock band Squid Squad to the world famous pop idols, the Squid Sisters. Music can be heard during every battle as a way to hype up competitors, as well as in every shop and throughout Inkopolis and Splatsville.
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Every so often, a Splatfest is held; a special festival that brings Inklings together for a large concert and celebration of opposing ideas, and can be seen as a merging of music and turf wars. Teams are formed around two (Splatoon, Splatoon 2) or three (Splatoon 3) opposing topics, where members compete in turf wars in order to decide which is superior. This is a major event where an entire city may be transformed in celebration. Many Inklings can be seen on the streets dancing, enjoying live performances from the Squid Sisters (Splatoon), Off the Hook (Splatoon 2), or Deep Cut (Splatoon 3), and supporting their chosen teams by wearing Splatfest Tees and producing topic-themed graffiti.
Inklings have been described as easy-going, inattentive and living for fun; they did not take further concern when the Great Zapfish went missing and did not seem too worried when Octolings appeared in Inkopolis. Indeed, it is stated that during the Great Turf War, preliminary battles were easily won by Octarian forces simply because Inklings had failed to wake up early enough. Sunken Scrolls have described the Inkling mind as being simple and hedonistic, though this is most likely Octarian propaganda.[8] Their work ethic seems to mirror their carefree and pleasure-seeking nature, as The Art of Splatoon 2 mentions that many Inklings only take on part-time jobs. They easily forget about old trends and shift their interest on what is new, or fresh.[6]
It was confirmed that Inkopolis resides in Japan, where the Splatoon franchise was created. Inkling society is heavily inspired by Japanese culture, with similar architecture, customs, spoken and written language, and dress. Some notable examples is the traditional Japanese dress worn by the Squid Sisters on multiple occasions, the clear rakugo set-up for the Anarchy Splatcast, and rice as a popular food, as seen in the Rice vs. Bread Splatfest. Gear based on Japanese sushi shop uniforms were also released, hinting at Inklings eating sushi. This was implied again when Inklings were seen to eat 'hot dogfish' and 'fried catfish'. This is further pointed at when Callie says she is not good with seafood. The type of seafood is unknown, however.
Squidmas
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Squidmas is an Inkling holiday that is assumed to be celebrated during colder weather. Much is unknown about this holiday aside from its obvious likenesses to the human holiday of Christmas. From this, it is assumed that in the winter, a figure named Father Squidmas goes around the world giving out presents and freshness to all the good Inkling children.
According to Callie of the Squid Sisters, Father Squidmas can be found in the North Pole of the Earth, making gifts all year in preparation for Squidmas time. According to her cousin Marie, Father Squidmas is not real and all of their interactions with him are simply their grandfather dressed up as him.
Squidmas is an additional element associated with the localization. The Japanese edition originally did not have it, as well as other regions, though official art celebrating the holidays does use the term "Squidmas".
Halloween
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Halloween is another holiday that Inklings celebrate as evidenced by the Trick vs. Treat Splatfest and its rematch. Just like the human holiday of the same name, Inklings and other species dress up in costumes and participate in trick or treating activities. Locations are likewise decorated with scary decor such as ghost, skeletons and glow-in-the-dark graffiti.
The event is also known as "Splatoween", though Marina specifies that Trick vs. Treat is a Halloween Splatfest, implying that the holiday's official name is Halloween. Official art made to celebrate the occasion uses the 'Halloween' term. The Japanese version also uses Halloween when referring to the event. Dialogue for a previous Splatfest, Fancy Party vs. Costume Party, refers to the holiday as "Squidoween", but this could be a phrase added in the localization as versions in other languages do not mention the term.
Gachi Bon Matsuri
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A two-day event themed after the Bon festival for Splatoon was held starting 29 April 2016 through Niconico Chokaigi. The name of the event can be translated as "Ranked (or competitive) Bon Festival". In an article from Nintendo, it was mentioned that while the Bon Festival is celebrated during summer in the human world, Inklings celebrate the holiday in the month of April.[9] It included tournaments, giveaways, and Bon Odori dance sessions, as well as a viewing party for the Squid Sisters concert at the Chokaigi Music Festival. To promote the event, a video depicting a young Callie and Marie dancing to the Chorus of Calamari County was released. Attendees were encouraged to learn the video's choreography with dance lessons being given on site. Some fans, many of them in cosplay, were invited on stage to dance to the song during the Bon Odori session. It is unclear if the event was supposed to reflect how Inklings celebrate the Bon Festival beyond the date.
Communication and language
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- Main article: Language in the Splatoon series
Inklings communicate with each other in the Inkling language, which to human ears sounds like high-pitched, distorted noises most commonly expressed using consonant-vowel parings (i.e. woomy). Written Inkling is shown to be extremely diverse and complex, with many different 'characters' and 'alphabets' that take the most inspiration from Japanese and English. Inkling appears frequently in-game: on signs, shops, Sunken Scrolls, clothing, etc. Much of the music in the Splatoon series features lyrics sung in Inkling, such as that performed by the Squid Sisters. When the player uses signals to communicate with teammates in online battles, the player's Inkling is shown using Inkling translations.
Audio
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- Female Inklings' voice clips (link to file information)
- Male Inklings' voice clips (link to file information)
- Squid Sisters' voice clips (link to file information)
Quotes
“ | Transform into a squid to hide, climb walls, or travel at super speed in your own ink. But watch out for enemy ink—it'll hurt you! | ” |
— Splatoon's official website, [10]
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“ | The squid-like residents of Inkopolis are totes crazy for color-flinging, ink-slinging, turf-splattering battles. | ” |
— Splatoon's official website, [10]
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“ | From squid…to kid…and back! Inklings can transform at will into squid form, so you've gotta master both if you want to win. | ” |
— Splatoon's official website, [10]
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“ | Swim up ink-splattered walls and jump from one splat to another in squid form. | ” |
— Splatoon's official website, [10]
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“ | Find shortcuts and navigate tricky areas. | ” |
— Splatoon's official website, [10]
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“ | Avoid being targeted by baddies by hiding in your own ink. | ” |
— Splatoon's official website, [10]
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“ | Turn into a squid to move more quickly across your ink. | ” |
— Splatoon's official website, [10]
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“ | Hide as a squid, then quickly switch to an Inkling to take enemies out of the action with a well-aimed splat. | ” |
— Splatoon's official website, [10]
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Trivia
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- When designing the Inklings, the Splatoon development team at first centered around the Inkling girl, to the extent that they thought to not have an Inkling boy. They emphasized on the Inkling girl because there were not many girl leads in Nintendo games, and that having a strong, active girl lead would make it easier to become accepted overseas. The Inkling boy was created later.[11]
- The playable Inklings were originally designed as 17-year-olds since the developers wanted to give the image of a strong, rebellious character, with a "cool" attitude. But due to the boy looking too obedient at 17 they were aged down to 14-year-olds, though they were still designed as having the mood of 16 to 17-year-olds.[12]
- Splatoon developers have stated when they came up with the concept, they did not consider Bloopers from the Mario series, despite the close resemblance between Bloopers and Inklings.
- According to the Inkling Development Process, Inklings finalize their kid form at the age of 14. Despite this, some Inklings might be able to assume this form much earlier, as seen in Sunken Scroll 17, where the Squid Sisters are shown as children in their kid form. Another example could be the Sunken Scroll 1 in Splatoon 2, which appears to be of a young Pearl in kid form. However, due to Pearl's adult appearance still being quite childlike, it is unclear if this photo was taken before or after the age of 14.
- The Squid Research Lab admitted that Inklings may be made entirely out of ink. This theory would explain why Inklings dissolve in water, swim through grates, and reform with ease after being splatted.[13] This also may mean that in humanoid form, they hold themselves up with 'ink pressure', which means that they use a substance in ink to retain their ability to stand and walk upright.
- Inklings seem to have multiple hearts, as implied by Cap'n Cuttlefish at the beginning of the Octo Expansion. This could be a reference to how real-life cephalopods have three hearts.
- An Inkling's ink color is chosen at random for online battles unless the Ink Color Lock option has been turned on.
- Inklings (and Octolings) can change their hair and ink color at will when out of battle, as seen in the Splatoon manga.
- Inklings are at least somewhat ambidextrous, wielding weapons like the Splatana Wiper with both hands, although they predominantly use their right hands with other weapons.
- While the player is swimming in squid form, the music is muffled and bubbling sounds can be heard. If a player is hit by enemy's ink and is close to being splatted, when they submerge back into their ink to heal, the Inkling can be heard quietly moaning in pain.
- When switching between gear on the equipment screen, there is sometimes a small delay before the selected piece of gear appears on the player's Inkling. For that moment, they will not be wearing any gear in that slot.
- In Splatoon, for clothing, they wear a tight, sleeveless black shirt by default. For shoes, it shows their bare feet, which are flipper-like and featureless because Inklings' feet are meant to never be seen. For headgear, they simply look like they are wearing the Fake Contacts, or no headgear. However, Inklings always wear their shorts.
- In Splatoon 2, the gear-less Inklings can also be seen in Octo Canyon when they are in the temporary "danger" mode that occurs when their Hero Headphones, Hero Hoodie and Hero Boots break from taking fatal damage and after falling into water. Their legwear remains the same, but for clothing, the Inkling Boy is shirtless, while the Inkling Girl wears a black sports bra. For shoes, their feet are now properly rendered and have toes. They appear as if wearing Fake Contacts or not wearing headgear.
- Inklings have tongues as seen in the Splatoon manga and the Naughty vs. Nice Splatfest artwork, but they are not usually seen on in-game models except for in Splatoon 3 with Frye.
- During the Squid vs. Octopus Splatfest, Octoling players on Team Squid would have their avatar switched to Inklings when inside battles. In Inkopolis Square, the avatar remained unchanged. The reverse was true for Inklings on Team Octopus.
- A trophy of a female Inkling appears in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U, which becomes available after downloading the Inkling Mii Fighter costumes. The trophy is shaped like the Inkling Girl amiibo.
Names in other languages
Language | Name | Meaning |
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インクリング Inkuringu |
Inkling | |
Inkling | - | |
Inkling | - | |
Inkling | - | |
Inkling | - | |
Инклинг Inkling |
Inkling | |
Inkling | - | |
鱿鱼族 yóuyú zú |
Literally "squid race", or Inkling. However, Inklings are more likely to be referred to as "squid", translation below | |
魷魚族 yóuyú zú |
Literally "squid race", or Inkling. However, Inklings are more likely to be referred to as "squid", translation below | |
잉클링 ingkeulling |
Inkling |
Language | Name | Meaning |
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イカ ika |
Squid | |
Inktvis | Cephalopod | |
Calamar | Squid | |
Tintenfisch | Squid | |
Calamaro | Squid | |
Кальмар Kal'mar |
Squid | |
Головоногий Golovonogiy |
Cephalopod | |
Calamar Cefalópodo |
Squid Cephalopod | |
鱿鱼 yóuyú |
Squid | |
魷魚 yóuyú |
Squid | |
Olihně | Pencil squid | |
Blæksprutte | Cephalopod | |
Mustekala | Soft-bodied cephalopod (squid, octopus, cuttlefish) | |
Tintahal | Squid | |
오징어 ojingeo |
Squid | |
Blekksprut | Cephalopod | |
Kałamarnice | Squid | |
Lula Molusco |
Squid Mollusc | |
Bläckfisk | Cephalopod |
Language | Name | Meaning |
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イカす! ikasu! |
Cool![a] | |
Свежачок! Svezhachok! |
Freshness! | |
¡Chévere! | Groovy! | |
¡Mola! | Cool! | |
鱿型! yóu xíng! |
A pun on 有型; pinyin: yǒuxíng ("stylish") and 鱿鱼 pinyin: yóuyú ("squid") | |
어메이징! eomeijing! |
Amazing![b] |
Translation notes
References
- ↑
Splatoon exhibition at Tower Records - concept art
- ↑ Gameinformer - Splatoon's Burning Questions Finally Answered
- ↑ Nintendo Switch news section interview with Nogami
- ↑ "In the Splatoon series, Inklings cover the ground and walls in ink, and then swim through that ink as a squid. But if they fall into water, the ink in their bodies will diffuse and they'll dissolve." - Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Inkling Tips
- ↑
Splatoon 2 Direct - Everything You Need to Know! | Nintendo of America
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Famitsu Splatoon 2 anniversary interview with the developers
- ↑ The Art of Splatoon
- ↑ Splatoon - Sunken Scroll 12
- ↑
春なのにSplatoonガチ盆まつり、「超音楽祭2016」にシオカラーズ出演決定!
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 10.7
Splatoon Overview
- ↑ Famitsu Interview with Splatoon development team. Posted by Brian on NintendoEverything (2015-07-26). Retrieved on 2015 July 28.
- ↑ Famitsu developer interview - NintendoEverything translation: Splatoon staff talk about the Inkling design, more on the Squid Sisters, and other topics
- ↑
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