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The '''mailbox''' is a service in the ''[[Splatoon]]'' hub that allows players to create drawings and share them via social media.
The '''mailbox''' is a service in the hub areas of the {{Ss}} that allows players to create posts and share them via social media.


The drawings may be viewable by other players and may be displayed as signs or [[graffiti]] in the hub and in various [[stage]]s in multiplayer matches.<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/162908014379 {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab post]</ref><ref>[[Inkipedia:Twitter_archive/2017/July#July_6|SplatoonJP Twitter]]</ref>
These posts constitute a significant secondary social aspect of the gameplay of the series, as they may be viewable by other players and may be displayed as signs or [[graffiti]] in the hub and in various [[stage]]s in multiplayer matches.<ref>[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/162908014379 {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab post]</ref><ref>[[Inkipedia:Twitter_archive/2017/July#July_6|SplatoonJP Twitter]]</ref>


During [[Splatfest]], players could post drawings that may appear during the event.
During [[Splatfest]]s, players can additionally post drawings that may appear during the event.


== ''Splatoon'' ==
== ''Splatoon'' ==
[[File:Miiverse Box.jpg|thumb|Miiverse mailbox]]
[[File:Miiverse Box.jpg|thumb|Miiverse mailbox]]
{{Retired}}
{{main|Miiverse}}
{{main|Miiverse}}
In {{S}}, players could post to Miiverse's ''Splatoon'' community from the mailbox in [[Inkopolis Plaza]], either with text or a drawing, both of which were created on the [[GamePad]]. These posts could then be seen in-game as [[graffiti]] or in the Plaza above other players' avatars.


In ''Splatoon'', players could post to Miiverse's ''Splatoon'' community from the mailbox in [[Inkopolis Plaza]], either with text or a drawing, both of which were created on the [[GamePad]].  
'''Location:''' It is located between [[Ammo Knights]] and the [[Inkopolis Tower]]. The [[Splatfest]] booth was positioned to the left to the mailbox before and during Splatfests.


'''Location:''' It is located between [[Ammo Knights]] and the [[Inkopolis Tower]]. Close left to the mailbox, the [[Splatfest]] booth was held before and during Splatfests.
Due to the closure of Miiverse, it is no longer possible to submit drawings or text posts in Inkopolis Plaza.
 
The Miiverse service has been shutdown and it is no longer possible to draw posts in Inkopolis Plaza.
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== ''Splatoon 2'' ==
== ''Splatoon 2'' ==
[[File:S2 Inkopolis Square mailbox Image1.jpg|thumb|Mailbox in Inkopolis Square.]]
[[File:S2 Inkopolis Square mailbox Image1.jpg|thumb|Mailbox in Inkopolis Square.]]
In ''[[Splatoon 2]]'', players are now able to share their posts on social media in Facebook or Twitter. Since Miiverse went defunct, the messages are handled by the game itself.
{{S2}} implements a new posting system in which players are now able to submit posts via linked external social media accounts (Facebook or Twitter). Due to various changes owing to the change in platform to the [[Nintendo Switch]], drawings are now made using either stick and button controls or the Switch's capacitive touchscreen. Additionally, text posts are no longer possible; only drawings can be made. The aforementioned changes aside, the implementation of posts is broadly similar to {{S}}, with posts still being viewable in both the Square and as stage [[graffiti]].


'''Location:''' The mailbox is located between the headgear shop [[Headspace]] and the weapon shop [[Ammo Knights]]. The Splatfest booth was close-by near the center of [[Inkopolis Square]].
'''Location:''' The mailbox is located between the headgear shop [[Headspace]] and the weapon shop [[Ammo Knights]]. The Splatfest terminal was close-by near the center of [[Inkopolis Square]].
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== ''Splatoon 3'' ==
== ''Splatoon 3'' ==
[[File:S3 Mailbox.jpg|thumb|Stand with mailbox in Splatsville.]]
[[File:S3 Mailbox.jpg|thumb|Stand with mailbox in Splatsville.]]
In ''Splatoon 3'', a mailing stand with a mailbox can be seen in the promotional images of the main hub; [[Splatsville]]. New to Splatoon 3 is the option of vertical banner posts, allowing players to draw vertically-aligned images.
In {{S3}}, a mailing stand with a mailbox is located in [[Splatsville]]. The functionality is broadly unchanged from {{S2}}, but includes the new option of vertical banner posts, allowing players to draw vertically-aligned images.


'''Location:''' the stand is seen to the right of the hub in the main boulevard.
Additionally, the player now has a limited form of control over what posts they will see, as their [[Region and localization#Splatfest regions|Splatfest region]] choice will determine what region's posts will appear (e.g., a player who has chosen the Japan Splatfest region will exclusively see other Japan region posts, regardless of their actual geographic location).
 
The [[Inkopolis Plaza]] mailbox also returns as part of the {{S3EP}}. It is recolored red to match the newer mailboxes and lacks the Miiverse logo, but retains the two-slot design and eye stickers.
 
'''Locations:'''  
* '''Splatsville:''' To the right of the hub in the main boulevard, near [[Hotlantis]] and across the street from [[Naut Couture]] and [[Man-o'-Wardrobe]]. For the first time, the Splatfest booth is no longer in the immediate vicinity, instead being located on the far side of the main square.
* '''Inkopolis Plaza:''' To the immediate right of the lobby entrance. The former position of the mailbox in {{S}} is now the location of the Splatfest terminal.
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==Quotes==
{{QuoteW|This mailbox is where you can make drawings and post them for others to see. Your drawings may be viewable by other players, so please don't post personal information or inappropriate content. These drawings may be displayed as signs or graffiti in Splatsville or other cities.|In-game description upon first interacting with the mailbox in {{S3}}.}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==

Revision as of 10:56, 3 January 2024

The mailbox is a service in the hub areas of the Splatoon series that allows players to create posts and share them via social media.

These posts constitute a significant secondary social aspect of the gameplay of the series, as they may be viewable by other players and may be displayed as signs or graffiti in the hub and in various stages in multiplayer matches.[1][2]

During Splatfests, players can additionally post drawings that may appear during the event.

Splatoon

File:Miiverse Box.jpg
Miiverse mailbox
Retired.
This article or section describes content that may be partly or wholly inaccessible due to its removal or the discontinuation of online services.
Main article: Miiverse

In Splatoon, players could post to Miiverse's Splatoon community from the mailbox in Inkopolis Plaza, either with text or a drawing, both of which were created on the GamePad. These posts could then be seen in-game as graffiti or in the Plaza above other players' avatars.

Location: It is located between Ammo Knights and the Inkopolis Tower. The Splatfest booth was positioned to the left to the mailbox before and during Splatfests.

Due to the closure of Miiverse, it is no longer possible to submit drawings or text posts in Inkopolis Plaza.

Splatoon 2

File:S2 Inkopolis Square mailbox Image1.jpg
Mailbox in Inkopolis Square.

Splatoon 2 implements a new posting system in which players are now able to submit posts via linked external social media accounts (Facebook or Twitter). Due to various changes owing to the change in platform to the Nintendo Switch, drawings are now made using either stick and button controls or the Switch's capacitive touchscreen. Additionally, text posts are no longer possible; only drawings can be made. The aforementioned changes aside, the implementation of posts is broadly similar to Splatoon, with posts still being viewable in both the Square and as stage graffiti.

Location: The mailbox is located between the headgear shop Headspace and the weapon shop Ammo Knights. The Splatfest terminal was close-by near the center of Inkopolis Square.

Splatoon 3

Stand with mailbox in Splatsville.

In Splatoon 3, a mailing stand with a mailbox is located in Splatsville. The functionality is broadly unchanged from Splatoon 2, but includes the new option of vertical banner posts, allowing players to draw vertically-aligned images.

Additionally, the player now has a limited form of control over what posts they will see, as their Splatfest region choice will determine what region's posts will appear (e.g., a player who has chosen the Japan Splatfest region will exclusively see other Japan region posts, regardless of their actual geographic location).

The Inkopolis Plaza mailbox also returns as part of the Splatoon 3: Expansion Pass. It is recolored red to match the newer mailboxes and lacks the Miiverse logo, but retains the two-slot design and eye stickers.

Locations:

  • Splatsville: To the right of the hub in the main boulevard, near Hotlantis and across the street from Naut Couture and Man-o'-Wardrobe. For the first time, the Splatfest booth is no longer in the immediate vicinity, instead being located on the far side of the main square.
  • Inkopolis Plaza: To the immediate right of the lobby entrance. The former position of the mailbox in Splatoon is now the location of the Splatfest terminal.

Quotes

“ This mailbox is where you can make drawings and post them for others to see. Your drawings may be viewable by other players, so please don't post personal information or inappropriate content. These drawings may be displayed as signs or graffiti in Splatsville or other cities. ”
— In-game description upon first interacting with the mailbox in Splatoon 3.

Gallery

Developer-made posts

Splatoon 2

Splatoon 3

  • A post featuring some squids

    A post featuring some squids

  • An Octarian-like creature

    An Octarian-like creature

  • Smallfry playing the guitar

    Smallfry playing the guitar

  • An Inkling with a splattershot next to another Inkling in squid form

    An Inkling with a splattershot next to another Inkling in squid form

  • An Inkling using Zipcaster

    An Inkling using Zipcaster

  • Barry C., the manager of Hotlantis

    Barry C., the manager of Hotlantis

  • Two of the promotional player characters in Scorch Gorge

    Two of the promotional player characters in Scorch Gorge

  • Two angry Inklings

    Two angry Inklings

  • A Fuzzy Octarian tripping on a rock.

    A Fuzzy Octarian tripping on a rock.

  • A jellyfish throwing another jellyfish into the air

    A jellyfish throwing another jellyfish into the air

  • An Inkling being rained on

    An Inkling being rained on

  • A shaded Inkling

    A shaded Inkling

  • The Staff from the Crab-N-Go

    The Staff from the Crab-N-Go

  • The "monkey-crab" cereal mascot

    The "monkey-crab" cereal mascot

  • An Inkling and some Octolings in swim form

    An Inkling and some Octolings in swim form

  • A Fish Stick

    A Fish Stick

  • A giant squid walking through a city

    A giant squid walking through a city

  • A squid reading a book on a bench

    A squid reading a book on a bench

  • Two squids on a water slide

    Two squids on a water slide

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese ポスト
Posuto		 Post, mailbox
Netherlands Dutch Brievenbus Mailbox
Germany German Briefkasten Mailbox
Spain Spanish (NOE) Buzón Mailbox

References

  1. ↑ Squid Research Lab Live from Squid Research Lab post
  2. ↑ SplatoonJP Twitter
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