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===Description===
===Description===
When activated, six speakers spawn in a ring formation which briefly follows the user. The speakers then fire wall-piercing beams, similar to the [[Sting Ray]] and the original [[Killer Wail]]. The speakers do not start firing at the same time and tend to target slowly towards the user's opponents autonomously. Brief trailer appearances show lasers start firing in pairs, from top to bottom, in quick succession.<ref>[https://youtu.be/b-Djf0ds_bA?t=96 {{YT}} Salmon Run Next Wave trailer]</ref><ref>[https://youtu.be/Rkz-PjCQjWk?t=133 {{YT}} Release Date Revealed trailer]</ref> Each pair of lasers can initiate at different angles suggesting multiple opponents can be simultaneously targeted, however all six lasers can target one opponent. The mechanism behind this is currently unknown.  
When activated, six speakers spawn in a ring formation which briefly follows the user. The speakers then fire wall-piercing beams, similar to the [[Sting Ray]] and the original [[Killer Wail]]. The speakers do not start firing at the same time and tend to target slowly towards the user's opponents autonomously. Brief trailer appearances show lasers start firing in pairs, from top to bottom, in quick succession.<ref>[https://youtu.be/b-Djf0ds_bA?t=96 {{YT}} Salmon Run Next Wave trailer]</ref><ref>[https://youtu.be/Rkz-PjCQjWk?t=133 {{YT}} Release Date Revealed trailer]</ref> Each pair of lasers can initiate at different angles suggesting multiple opponents can be simultaneously targeted, however, all six lasers can target one opponent. The mechanism behind this is currently unknown.


Most statistical information, such as duration and base damage, are currently unknown. As of the Release Date Revealed, it is part of the [[Range Blaster]], [[Sloshing Machine]], [[.52 Gal]], and [[Tri-Stringer]]'s set.
Most statistical information, such as duration and base damage, are currently unknown. The Killer Wail 5.1 is also confirmed to appear in [[Salmon Run Next Wave]]. Similar to the Sting Ray, it can defeat a [[Flyfish]] without the use of [[Splat Bomb]]s.


The Killer Wail 5.1 is also confirmed to appear in [[Salmon Run Next Wave]]. Similar to the Sting Ray, it can defeat a [[Flyfish]] without the use of [[Splat Bomb|Splat Bombs]].
===Quotes===
{{QuoteW|Unleashes six speaker-shaped, laser-emitting devices to surround and devastate your enemies. Lock onto an opponent, and the emitters will track and blast them wherever they go! You can continue to use your [[main weapon]] and [[sub weapon]] while the Killer Wail 5.1 is firing.|In-game description}}


===Sets===
===Sets===
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{{Weapons/S3 Weapons|special=Killer Wail 5.1|collapsed=true}}


==Gallery==
===Gallery===
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File:S3 Weapon Special Killer Wail 5.1 Preview 1.jpg|The Killer Wail 5.1 in action
File:S3 Weapon Special Killer Wail 5.1 Preview 1.jpg|The Killer Wail 5.1 in action
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== Etymology ==
== Etymology ==
"Killer Wail 5.1" is a combination of "[[wikipedia:Orca|killer whale]]", "wail", and [[wikipedia:5.1_surround_sound|5.1 surround sound system]]. "Wail" references its method of splatting opponents, while 5.1 (the most common format for surround sound systems) references its plural speakers. Notably, both [[Wii U]] and [[Nintendo Switch]] support 5.1 output.
"Killer Wail 5.1" is a combination of "[[wikipedia:Orca|killer whale]]", "wail", and [[wikipedia:5.1 surround sound|5.1 surround sound system]]. "Wail" references its method of splatting opponents, while 5.1 (the most common format for surround sound systems) references its plural speakers. Notably, both [[Wii U]] and [[Nintendo Switch]] support 5.1 output.


=== Names in other languages ===
=== Names in other languages ===

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The Killer Wail 5.1 is an upcoming special weapon in Splatoon 3.

Appearance

The Killer Wail 5.1 consists of six floating speakers, in contrast to the Killer Wail's singular megaphone. Each floating speaker can fire a laser beam for a total of six laser beams. The back of each speaker bears a strong resemblance to the Suction Bomb.

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Killer Wail 5.1

Killer Wail 5.1

Category Special
Class
Sub
Special
Special points
Special depletion
Range
Damage
Impact
Fire rate
Charge speed
Ink speed
Mobility
Durability
Handling
Level
Cost
Requirement
Added in Specifications
Weight
Base damage
Base duration
Ink consumption
Base range
Rate of fire
Muzzle velocity
Base accuracy
MPU effect
SPU effect
SPU effect
Other variant

Description

When activated, six speakers spawn in a ring formation which briefly follows the user. The speakers then fire wall-piercing beams, similar to the Sting Ray and the original Killer Wail. The speakers do not start firing at the same time and tend to target slowly towards the user's opponents autonomously. Brief trailer appearances show lasers start firing in pairs, from top to bottom, in quick succession.[1][2] Each pair of lasers can initiate at different angles suggesting multiple opponents can be simultaneously targeted, however, all six lasers can target one opponent. The mechanism behind this is currently unknown.

Most statistical information, such as duration and base damage, are currently unknown. The Killer Wail 5.1 is also confirmed to appear in Salmon Run Next Wave. Similar to the Sting Ray, it can defeat a Flyfish without the use of Splat Bombs.

Quotes

Unleashes six speaker-shaped, laser-emitting devices to surround and devastate your enemies. Lock onto an opponent, and the emitters will track and blast them wherever they go! You can continue to use your main weapon and sub weapon while the Killer Wail 5.1 is firing.
— In-game description

Sets

Weapons with Killer Wail 5.1 in Splatoon 3
Main #ID Sub Special Special Points Level Price Class Introduced
.52 Gal 50 Splash Wall Killer Wail 5.1 200p 11 Sheldon License 1 Shooter Version 1.0.0 (Drizzle Season 2022)​​​​​​​​
Bamboozler 14 Mk I 2050 Autobomb Killer Wail 5.1 190p 23 Sheldon License 1 Charger Version 1.0.0 (Drizzle Season 2022)​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Douser Dualies FF 5050 Ink Mine Killer Wail 5.1 200p 22 Sheldon License 1 Dualie Version 7.0.0 (Fresh Season 2024)​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Inkbrush 1100 Splat Bomb Killer Wail 5.1 180p 7 Sheldon License 1 Brush Version 1.0.0 (Drizzle Season 2022)​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Neo Sploosh-o-matic 1 Squid Beakon Killer Wail 5.1 170p 13 Sheldon License 1 Shooter Version 3.0.0 (Fresh Season 2023)​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Order Stringer Replica 7015 Toxic Mist Killer Wail 5.1 190p 1 Stringer Version 7.0.0 (Side Order)​​​​​​​
Rapid Blaster Pro Deco 251 Angle Shooter Killer Wail 5.1 190p 29 Sheldon License 1 Blaster Version 4.0.0 (Sizzle Season 2023)​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Splattershot Nova 100 Point Sensor Killer Wail 5.1 190p 8 Sheldon License 1 Shooter Version 2.0.0 (Chill Season 2022)​​​​​​​​
Tri-Stringer 7010 Toxic Mist Killer Wail 5.1 190p 4 Sheldon License 1 Stringer Version 1.0.0 (Drizzle Season 2022)​​​​​​

Gallery

Trivia

  • The Killer Wail 5.1 appears to be a modified version of the original Killer Wail from Splatoon.[3]
  • The number refers to the 5.1 surround sound audio system, commonly used in home theatres.
    • 5.1 capable audio systems consist of five relatively similar full spectrum speakers, as well as an additional low frequency speaker. Despite this, the Killer Wail 5.1's six speakers all appear to be identical.

Etymology

"Killer Wail 5.1" is a combination of "killer whale", "wail", and 5.1 surround sound system. "Wail" references its method of splatting opponents, while 5.1 (the most common format for surround sound systems) references its plural speakers. Notably, both Wii U and Nintendo Switch support 5.1 output.

Names in other languages

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See Also

References