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{{Quote|See and be seen in this bustling city center. It's the place to hang out, gear up, and of course, join the hottest sport in town: Ink battles!|Splatoon's official website}}
[[File:Splatfest Plaza 6.jpg|thumb|right|Inkopolis Plaza during a Splatfest.]]


'''Inkopolis''' is a city in ''[[Splatoon]]'' and ''[[Splatoon 2]]'' inhabited by various races, most notably [[Inkling]]s and [[Jellyfish]].
{{Quote|See and be seen in this bustling city center. It's the place to hang out, gear up, and of course, join the hottest sport in town: Ink battles!|{{S}}{{'s}} official website}}


== History ==
'''Inkopolis''' is a large city in [[Inkadia]] (also known as Greater Inkopolis) that appears in all three games in the {{Ss}}, being the main setting of the first two games and two of three main settings (alongside [[Splatsville]]) of the third. Many different species live there, such as [[Inkling]]s, [[Octoling]]s, and [[jellyfish]], and it contains locations such as [[Inkopolis Plaza]] (the main hub of {{S}} and one of the main hubs of {{S3}}), [[Inkopolis Square]] (the main hub of {{S2}} and one of the main hubs of ''Splatoon 3''), and various [[stage]]s on which battles take place.
Inkopolis was created long after Earth had been submerged by rising sea levels and its land-dwelling inhabitants were wiped out. [[Octarian|Octopi]] and [[Inkling|squids]] eventually evolved and began fighting over habitable land in the [[Great Turf War]], inspiring the [[Turf War]] sport and [[Octo Valley|Octarian rebellion]].


== Inkopolis Plaza ==
==History==
Inkopolis was created long after Earth had been submerged by rising sea levels and its land-dwelling inhabitants, such as [[human]]s, were wiped out. After 12,000 years, [[Octarian|octopuses]] and [[Inkling|squids]] eventually evolved to become land-living creatures and lived together in harmony. However, all that changed when the sea levels rose again. They began fighting over the remaining habitable land in the [[Great Turf War]], causing the Octarians to go into hiding after they lost the war.
 
==Locations==
===Inkopolis Plaza===
{{Main|Inkopolis Plaza}}
{{Main|Inkopolis Plaza}}
[[File:Inkopolis 2.jpg|thumb|346px|Inkopolis Plaza]]


Inkopolis Plaza is the hub world of ''[[Splatoon]]''. From here, players can access various types of [[mode]]s and [[shop]]s as well as interact with other player Inklings they've battled with recently. It is the heart of Inkopolis.
[[File:Inkopolis 2.jpg|thumb|right|Inkopolis Plaza.]]


=== Appearance ===
'''Inkopolis Plaza''' is the hub area of {{S}}. From here, players can access various types of [[mode]]s and [[shop]]s as well as interact with other players' Inklings they have battled with recently or with those who recently posted a post to Miiverse. It is the heart of Inkopolis.
The plaza is in the shape of a square with a huge sidewalk and different shops to the side. At the far back is [[Inkopolis Tower]] which players can enter to access [[Regular Battle]] and [[Ranked Battle]].
As part of the [[Splatoon 3: Expansion Pass|''Splatoon 3'': Expansion Pass]], '''Inkopolis Plaza''' is an alternate hub area in {{S3}}.
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To the left of the main entrance is [[Booyah Base]], a mall in which the player can buy [[gear]] from. The stores in this mall are [[Ammo Knights]], the [[weapon]] shop, [[Cooler Heads]], the [[headgear]] shop, [[Jelly Fresh]], the [[clothing]] shop, and [[Shrimp Kicks]], the [[shoe]] store. Each shop has a charismatic [[:Category:Shop Keepers|Shop Keeper]], and each one represents a different type of marine life. They are [[Sheldon]], [[Annie]] (and [[Moe]]), [[Jelonzo]], and [[Crusty Sean]]. There is also a manhole in the far right corner where [[Octo Valley]] is accessed. Other areas include one of the alleyways where [[Spyke]] can be found, the [[Arcade Machine]] across from the Booyah Base, and the [[amiibo]] machine which can be found towards the back.
===Inkopolis Square===
{{Main|Inkopolis Square}}


[[File:Inkopolis.jpg|thumb|left|275px|Inkopolis viewed south-wise]]
[[File:Inkopolis Square Splatoon 2 promo image 1.jpg|thumb|right|Inkopolis Square.]]
On the second floor is the [[Battle Dojo]] and the [[Inkopolis News Studio]].


After battling with other players online, their [[Inkling]]s will temporarily appear in the player's plaza. Their name, [[level]], [[rank]], [[gear]], and [[Miiverse]] post (if present) can all be seen by examining them with {{Button|A}}. From there the player can also order their gear from [[Spyke]].
'''Inkopolis Square''' is the hub area of {{S2}}. Like the previous game, players can access various types of [[mode]]s and [[shop]]s as well as interact with other players' Inklings and Octolings they have battled with recently or with those who recently posted a post to social media. As part of the [[Splatoon 3: Expansion Pass|''Splatoon 3'': Expansion Pass]], '''Inkopolis Square''' is an alternate hub area in {{S3}} unlocked after beating [[Side Order|Side Order.]]


Inkopolis Plaza features two large statues; being a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_raccoon_dog Tanuki] and a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitsune Fox]. The Fox is on top of [[Booyah Base]] whereas the Tanuki is on top of the studio for the [[Squid Sisters]]. The [[animal]]s depicted on these statues were the two sides of the second Japanese [[Splatfest]].
===Other areas===
 
There are a few known other areas inside Inkopolis that the player can access:
There are also three speakers, aside from the ones infront of [[Inkopolis Tower]], that play different tunes. One can be found by [[Booyah Base]] and the other two can be found to the left and right from the back of the plaza.
* [[Stage]]s
 
* [[Test range]] of both ''Splatoon'' and ''Splatoon 2''
=== Locations ===
* [[Tutorial]] areas of both ''Splatoon'' and ''Splatoon 2''
[[File:Credits - Inkopolis and Octovalley.png|thumb|right|250px|A concept image showing Inkopolis' manhole connecting to Octo Valley.]]
*[[Inkopolis Tower]] - Inklings can compete in online multiplayer battle modes.
**[[Battle Lobby]] - Inklings can choose a mode category to play.
*[[Octo Valley|Octo Valley manhole]] - Inklings can play Octo Valley singleplayer missions.
*[[Arcade Machine]] - Inklings can play the [[Squid Jump]], [[Squid Racer]], [[Squidball]], and [[Squid Beatz]] mini-games.
*[[Battle Dojo|Battle Dojo building]] (second floor) - Inklings can access the 1v1 local multiplayer Battle Dojo mode.
*[[Spyke|Spyke alley]] - Inklings can talk to Spyke, who can upgrade [[gear]] for [[Super Sea Snail]]s or [[Cash]].
*[[amiibo|amiibo area]] - Inklings can play amiibo challenges with the ''[[Splatoon]]'' amiibo figures.
*[[Miiverse|Miiverse mailbox]] - Inklings can post to the ''Splatoon'' Miiverse community.
*[[Inkopolis News|Inkopolis News]] studio (second floor) - Inklings can see the [[Squid Sisters]]' studio.
* [[Inkopolis Café]] - A café located under the [[Squid Sisters]]' studio.
*[[Splatfest#Preparation|Pledge Box]] (during [[Splatfest]]) - Inklings can choose Splatfest team.
*[[Booyah Base]] - A local mall comprised of a variety of [[gear]] shops.
**[[Ammo Knights]] - [[Weapon]] shop run by [[Sheldon]].
***[[Shooting Range]] - A location used by Ammo Knights customers to test weapons.
**[[Cooler Heads]] - [[Headgear]] shop run by [[Annie]] and [[Moe]].
**[[Jelly Fresh]] - [[Clothing]] shop run by [[Jelonzo]].
**[[Shrimp Kicks]] - [[Shoe]] shop run by [[Crusty Sean]].
 
 
 
==Inkopolis Square==
{{Main|Inkopolis Square}}
[[File:Splatoon 2 - Inkopolis Square.jpg|thumb]]
Inkopolis Square is the hub world of ''[[Splatoon 2]]''. From here, players can access various types of [[mode]]s and [[shop]]s. It is a more modern area of Inkopolis than Inkopolis Plaza.
 
=== Locations ===
*[[amiibo|amiibo area]] - Players can save customized gear, weapons, and settings to amiibo figure.
*Deca Tower - In the northern most part of Inkopolis Square, it is where Inklings can choose a multiplayer mode to play.
*[[Octo Canyon|Octo Canyon manhole]] - Inklings can play Octo Canyon singleplayer missions.
*[[Grizzco Industries]] - Down the alley just to the left of Deca Tower is the entrance and service booth for Grizzco.
*[[The Shoal]] - Inklings can choose a local wireless or LAN mode for a private battle or Salmon Run.
*Message Mailbox - Inklings can post art to be displayed around the city.
*Off the Hook Studio - Located next to The Shoal. Find [[Off the Hook]] there.
*Selfie Spot - A popular spot in Inkopolis Square where Inklings take selfies with others including amiibo.
*Inkopolis Plaza Café - A café located just on the right side of Deca Tower. [[Spyke]] can be found inside on his laptop.
*Arcade Machine - Inklings can play the Squid Beatz here.
*[[Food Truck]] - A food vending truck run by [[Crusty Sean]].
*[[Headspace]] - [[Headgear]] shop run by [[Flow]] and [[Craymond]].
*[[Ye Olde Cloth Shoppe]] - [[Clothing]] shop run by [[Jelfonzo]].
*[[Shella Fresh]] - [[Shoe]] shop run by [[Bisk]].


== Notable residents ==
==Notable residents==
*[[Annie]], [[Wikipedia:Sea anemone|sea anemone]] and [[Cooler Heads]] store co-owner
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*[[Cap'n Cuttlefish]], elderly guide
*[[Crusty Sean]], [[Wikipedia:Marsupenaeus|Japanese tiger prawn]] and [[Shrimp Kicks]] store owner
*The [[Great Zapfish]], power-source of Inkopolis
*[[Jelonzo]], [[Jelly Fresh]] store owner
*[[Judd]], multiplayer referee
*[[Li'l Judd]], multiplayer referee
*[[Moe]], [[Wikipedia:Amphiprioninae|clown fish]] and [[Cooler Heads]] store co-owner
*[[Sheldon]], [[Wikipedia:Horseshoe crab|horseshoe crab]] and [[Ammo Knights]] store owner
*[[Spyke]], alley worker
*[[Callie]], [[Squid Sisters]] member
*[[Marie]], [[Squid Sisters]] member
*[[Flow]], [[Wikipedia:Sea slug|sea slug]] and [[Headspace]] store co-owner
*[[Craymond]], [[Wikipedia:Crayfish|cray fish]] and [[Headspace]] store co-owner
*[[Jelfonzo]], [[Ye Olde Cloth Shoppe]] store owner
*[[Bisk]], [[Wikipedia:Majoidea|spider crap]] and [[Shella Fresh]] store owner
*[[Pearl]], [[Off the Hook]] member
*[[Marina]], [[Off the Hook]] member


== Other areas ==
;Vendors
There are a few known other areas inside Inkopolis that the player can access:
* [[Sheldon]] is a [[wikipedia:horseshoe crab|horseshoe crab]] that runs [[Ammo Knights]].
*[[Shooting Range]]
* [[Annie and Moe|Annie]] is a [[wikipedia:sea anemone|sea anemone]] that runs [[Cooler Heads]].
*[[Stage]]s
* [[Annie and Moe|Moe]] is a [[wikipedia:Amphiprioninae|clownfish]] who accompanies Annie.
*[[Tutorial|Tutorial Area]] (Splatoon 1)
* [[Jelonzo]] is a [[jellyfish]] that runs [[Jelly Fresh]].
*[[Tutorial (Splatoon 2)|Tutorial Area]] (Splatoon 2)
* [[Crusty Sean]] is a [[wikipedia:Marsupenaeus|Japanese tiger prawn]] who runs [[Shrimp Kicks]] in ''Splatoon'', the [[Crust Bucket]] in ''Splatoon 2'', and the [[Wandercrust]] in ''Splatoon 3''.
* [[Flow and Craymond|Flow]] is a [[wikipedia:sea slug|sea slug]] that runs [[Headspace]].
* [[Flow and Craymond|Craymond]] is an [[wikipedia:Periclimenes imperator|emperor shrimp]] that accompanies Flow.
* [[Jelfonzo]] is a jellyfish that runs [[Ye Olde Cloth Shoppe]].
* [[Bisk]] is a [[wikipedia:Majoidea|spider crab]] that runs [[Shella Fresh]].
* [[Fred Crumbs]] is a [[wikipedia:Japanese jack mackerel|japanese horse mackerel]] that runs [[Shrimp Kicks]] in Inkopolis Plaza in {{S3}}.
* [[Shelly and Donny]] are [[wikipedia:Triops|triops]]<nowiki/> that run [[Ammo Knights]] in {{S3}}. Shelly is in charge of the Inkopolis Plaza branch, while Donny runs the one in Inkopolis Square.


There are also a few known locations outside Inkopolis that the player can access:
;Others
*[[Octo Canyon]]
* [[Spyke]] is a [[wikipedia:sea urchin|sea urchin]] and an alley worker.
*[[Octo Valley]]
* [[Murch]] is a sea urchin and an alley worker.
*[[Salmon Run Stage]]s
* [[Callie]] is an [[Inkling]] and one of the [[Squid Sisters]].
* [[Marie]] is an Inkling and one of the Squid Sisters, later guiding the player in [[Octo Canyon (mode)|Octo Canyon]].
* [[Pearl]] is an Inkling and an [[Off the Hook]] member.
* [[Marina]] is an [[Octoling]] and an Off the Hook member.
* [[Cuttlefish]] is an elderly Inkling that guides the player in the single-player modes [[Octo Valley (mode)|Octo Valley]] in ''Splatoon'', ''[[Octo Expansion]]'' in ''Splatoon 2'', and [[The Crater]] in ''Splatoon 3'', though he is not present in [[Alterna]].


== Trivia ==
;Non-humanoid
*According to the [[Sunken Scroll]]s, it would seem Inkopolis exists approximately 12,000 years in the future of current-day Earth after excessive flooding of the planet has occurred.
* The [[Great Zapfish]] is the power source of Inkopolis.
*A [[glitch]] allows players to go out of bounds in Inkopolis Plaza and explore. The back of the [[amiibo]] case can be found. The words are written in [[Inkling (language)|Inkling]].
* [[Judd]] is a cat and a multiplayer referee in every ''Splatoon'' game.
*The layout and design of Inkopolis is based on the city of [[wikipedia:Shibuya|Shibuya]] in Tokyo, Japan.
* [[Li'l Judd]] is a kitten and a multiplayer referee in ''Splatoon 2'' and ''Splatoon 3''.
*A plane will occasionally fly over Inkopolis Plaza suggesting it may be located near an airport.
*Sometimes when a train stops in Inkopolis Plaza, the Calamari County anthem, [[Media:Octo Valley Calamari Inkantation.ogg| Calamari Inkantation]], can be heard.
*The colors of the chairs, [[Callie]] and [[Marie]] sit on in the studio reflect the ink colors of the player's last match, or the colors of the current Splatfest. The main color is the opponents' color, with arrows in the player's team color. The train that goes around Inkopolis will have a paint job that matches the neutral color value of the player's previous match. These include the colors of barriers, wall tops and other objects.


== Gallery ==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
Lockscreen.jpg|{{PAGENAME}} seen when starting ''[[Splatoon]]''.
Credits - Inkopolis and Octovalley.png|A concept image showing Inkopolis' manhole connecting to Octo Valley
InklingInPlaza.jpg|An [[Inkling]] in the Plaza.
Inkopolis.jpg|Inkopolis viewed south-wise
120018 Plaza03.jpg|Inklings roam around the Plaza.
S Start Up Screen.jpg|Inkopolis seen when starting ''[[Splatoon]]''
120009 Plaza00.jpg|An Inkling runs around the Plaza.
InklingInPlaza.jpg|An [[Inkling]] in the Plaza
InkopolisPlaza Tanuki and Fox.png|Tanuki and Fox statues in the Plaza.
Splatoon Prerelease Outside Booyah Base.jpg|Inklings roam around the Plaza
Squidsis billboard.png|The [[Squid Sisters]] billboard.
Splatoon Prerelease Roaming Inkopolis Plaza.jpg|An Inkling runs around the Plaza
Squid squad billboard.png|The [[Squid Squad]] billboard.
Booyahbase1.png|Tanuki and fox statues in the Plaza
Inkopolis Tower Closeup.png|Close-up of [[Inkopolis Tower]].
S Squid Sisters billboard.png|The [[Squid Sisters]] billboard
Drinks in vending machine.png|Drinks in one of the vending machines in Inkopolis Plaza.
S Squid Squad billboard.png|The [[Squid Squad]] billboard
Cafe snacks.png|A small menu inside the café below the Squid Sisters' studio.
Inkopolis Tower Closeup.png|Close-up of [[Inkopolis Tower]]
Dandelion.png|A dandelion in the Plaza.
Plane over inkopolis.png|An airplane over Inkopolis
Plane over inkopolis.png|An airplane over Inkopolis.
Inkopolis ferris wheel.png|The Ferris wheel in the distance
Inkopolis ferris wheel.png|The ferris wheel in the distance.
Judd sleep.gif|[[Judd]] sleeping in the Plaza
Judd sleep.gif|[[Judd]] sleeping in the Plaza.
Concept Art - Judd.png|Concept art of [[Judd]], showing different ideas for how he would laze about in Inkopolis
Concept Art - Judd.png|Concept art of [[Judd]], showing different ideas for how he would laze about in Inkopolis.
Concept Art - Cap'n Cuttlefish.png|Concept art of [[Cuttlefish|Cap'n Cuttlefish]], showing different ideas for his manhole in Inkopolis at the lower left
Concept Art - Cap'n Cuttlefish.png|Concept art of [[Cap'n Cuttlefish]], showing different ideas for his manhole in Inkopolis at the lower left.
Concept Art - Road Objects.png|Concept art of various objects at [[Urchin Underpass]], some of which also appear in Inkopolis Plaza
Concept Art - Road Objects.png|Concept art of various objects at [[Urchin Underpass]], some of which also appear in Inkopolis Plaza.
Inkopolis Plaza Map.jpg|Map of Inkopolis Plaza
Inkopolis Plaza Map.jpg|Map of Inkopolis Plaza.
OctoValleyView1.jpg|Inkopolis can be viewed from [[Octo Valley (location)|Octo Valley]]
OctoValleyView1.jpg|{{PAGENAME}} can be viewed all the way from [[Octo Valley]].
PreSplatfest.jpg|Inkopolis Plaza day before a [[Splatfest]]
PreSplatfest.jpg|Inkopolis Plaza day before a [[Splatfest]].
Splatoon Start Screen Splatfest NA.jpg|Inkopolis as seen when starting ''Splatoon'' during a Splatfest
Splatoon Start Screen Splatfest NA.jpg|{{PAGENAME}} seen when starting ''Splatoon'' during a Splatfest.
Splatfest Plaza 6.jpg|During a Splatfest
Splatfest Plaza 6.jpg|During a Splatfest.
Splatfest Plaza 5.jpg|During a Splatfest
Splatfest Plaza 5.jpg|During a Splatfest.
Splatfest Plaza 1.jpg|During a Splatfest
Splatfest Plaza 1.jpg|During a Splatfest.
Splatfest Plaza 2.jpg|During a Splatfest
Splatfest Plaza 2.jpg|During a Splatfest.
Splatfest Plaza 3.jpg|During a Splatfest
Splatfest Plaza 3.jpg|During a Splatfest.
Splatfest fox.png|The Plaza's fox statue during a Splatfest
Splatfest Plaza 4.jpg|During a Splatfest.
Splatfest tanuki.png|The Plaza's tanuki statue during a Splatfest
Splatfest fox.png|The Plaza's fox statue during a Splatfest.
Splatfest Miiverse Neon Signs.jpg|[[Miiverse]] posts as neon signs in the Plaza during a Splatfest
Splatfest tanuki.png|The Plaza's tanuki statue during a Splatfest.
Splatfest plaza.gif|Animated GIF of the Plaza during a Splatfest
Splatfest Miiverse Neon Signs.jpg|[[Miiverse]] posts as neon signs in the Plaza during a Splatfest.
Splatfest dance.gif|[[Inkling]]s dancing in the Plaza during a Splatfest
Splatfest plaza.gif|Animated GIF of the Plaza during a Splatfest.
Judd splatfest dance.gif|[[Judd]] dancing during a Splatfest
Splatfest dance.gif|[[Inkling]]s dancing in the Plaza during a Splatfest.
Inkopolis from blackbelly at night.png|The view of Inkopolis from [[Blackbelly Skatepark]] during a Splatfest
Judd splatfest dance.gif|[[Judd]] dancing during a Splatfest.
Seeing inkopolis from hammerhead at night.png|The view of Inkopolis from [[Hammerhead Bridge]] during a Splatfest
Inkopolis from blackbelly @ night.png|The view of Inkopolis from [[Blackbelly Skatepark]] during a Splatfest.
Seeing inkopolis from hammerhead @ night.png|The view of Inkopolis from [[Hammerhead Bridge]] during a Splatfest.
</gallery>
</gallery>


== Names in other languages ==
==Trivia==
{{foreignname
* The layout and design of Inkopolis is based on the city of [[wikipedia:Shibuya|Shibuya]] in Tokyo, Japan.
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* In the games, it is impossible to use weapons in Inkopolis. However, in the [[Splatoon (manga)|''Splatoon'' manga]], [[Goggles (character)|Goggles]], [[Rider (character)|Rider]] and [[Headphones (character)|Headphones]] are seen swimming through ink trails in Inkopolis, while Rider is seen performing an ink flick on Goggles.
* Inkopolis is connected to [[Splatsville]] via a "sophisticated transportation network" that allows Inklings and Octolings to travel to the stages in Greater Inkopolis from Splatsville.<ref>{{NES}} [https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/detail/2021/new-splatoon-3-details-from-the-squid-research-lab/ New ''Splatoon 3'' details from the Squid Research Lab – Nintendo]</ref> Additionally, [[Hammerhead Bridge]] connects Greater Inkopolis to [[the Splatlands]].
* According to [[Splashtag]] [[title]]s, the adjectival form and/or [[wp:Demonym|demonym]] for Inkopolis is "Inkopolitan".
 
==Names in other languages==
{{Localized name
|Jap=ハイカラシティ
|Jap=ハイカラシティ
|JapR=haikara shiti
|JapR=haikara shiti
|JapM=Trendy city. (''ハイカラ'' means 'high collar'.) Also a pun on ''Ika'' (squid) and color.
|JapM=Trendy city<ref group="notes">A play on ハイカラ ''haikara'' ("high collar"), イカ ''ika'' ("squid") and ''color''</ref>
|Dut=Inkopolis
|Dut=Inkopolis
|DutM=Inkopolis
|DutM=Same as English name
|Fre=Chromapolis
|Fre=Chromapolis
|FreM=From Latin ''chroma'' (colour) and the Greek word ''polis'' (city)
|FreM=Portmanteau of Greek words ''khroma'' ("color") and ''polis'' ("city")
|Ger=Inkopolis
|Ger=Inkopolis
|GerM=Same as English name
|GerM=Same as English name
|Ita=Coloropoli
|Ita=Coloropoli
|ItaM=From ''colore'' (color) and the Greek word ''polis'' (city)
|ItaM=From ''colore'' ("color") and Greek ''polis'' ("city")
|Rus=Инкополь
|Rus=Инкополь
|RusR=Inkopol'
|RusR=Inkopol'
|RusM=From инк ''ink'', ink, and поль ''pol''', common ending for Russian towns
|RusM=From ''ink'' and поль ''pol'' (a common ending for Russian towns)
|Spa=Cromópolis
|Spa=Cromópolis
|SpaM=From ''chroma'', Latin for ''color'', and ''polis'', Greek for ''city''. Also from ''cromo'' (chrome)
|SpaM=From Latin ''chroma'' ("color"), ''cromo'' ("chrome"), and Greek ''polis'' ("city")
|ChiS=尚兴市
|ChiSR=shàng xīng shì
|ChiSM=Fashionable prosperous city
|ChiT=尚興市
|ChiTR=shàng xīng shì (Mandarin)<br>soeng6 hing1 si5 (Cantonese)
|ChiTM=Fashionable prosperous city<ref group="notes">Derived from "時尚" (meaning "fashionable") and "興旺" (meaning "prosperous").</ref>
|Kor=오더폴리스 시티
|KorR=odeopolliseu siti
|KorM=Orderpolis City
}}
}}


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===Translation notes===
[[Category:Locations]]
{{Note list}}
 
==References==
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Inkopolis Plaza during a Splatfest.
“ See and be seen in this bustling city center. It's the place to hang out, gear up, and of course, join the hottest sport in town: Ink battles! ”
— Splatoon's official website

Inkopolis is a large city in Inkadia (also known as Greater Inkopolis) that appears in all three games in the Splatoon series, being the main setting of the first two games and two of three main settings (alongside Splatsville) of the third. Many different species live there, such as Inklings, Octolings, and jellyfish, and it contains locations such as Inkopolis Plaza (the main hub of Splatoon and one of the main hubs of Splatoon 3), Inkopolis Square (the main hub of Splatoon 2 and one of the main hubs of Splatoon 3), and various stages on which battles take place.

History

Inkopolis was created long after Earth had been submerged by rising sea levels and its land-dwelling inhabitants, such as humans, were wiped out. After 12,000 years, octopuses and squids eventually evolved to become land-living creatures and lived together in harmony. However, all that changed when the sea levels rose again. They began fighting over the remaining habitable land in the Great Turf War, causing the Octarians to go into hiding after they lost the war.

Locations

Inkopolis Plaza

Main article: Inkopolis Plaza
Inkopolis Plaza.

Inkopolis Plaza is the hub area of Splatoon. From here, players can access various types of modes and shops as well as interact with other players' Inklings they have battled with recently or with those who recently posted a post to Miiverse. It is the heart of Inkopolis. As part of the Splatoon 3: Expansion Pass, Inkopolis Plaza is an alternate hub area in Splatoon 3.

Inkopolis Square

Main article: Inkopolis Square
Inkopolis Square.

Inkopolis Square is the hub area of Splatoon 2. Like the previous game, players can access various types of modes and shops as well as interact with other players' Inklings and Octolings they have battled with recently or with those who recently posted a post to social media. As part of the Splatoon 3: Expansion Pass, Inkopolis Square is an alternate hub area in Splatoon 3 unlocked after beating Side Order.

Other areas

There are a few known other areas inside Inkopolis that the player can access:

Notable residents

Main article: Character
Vendors
Others
Non-humanoid
  • The Great Zapfish is the power source of Inkopolis.
  • Judd is a cat and a multiplayer referee in every Splatoon game.
  • Li'l Judd is a kitten and a multiplayer referee in Splatoon 2 and Splatoon 3.

Gallery

  • A concept image showing Inkopolis' manhole connecting to Octo Valley

    A concept image showing Inkopolis' manhole connecting to Octo Valley

  • Inkopolis viewed south-wise

    Inkopolis viewed south-wise

  • Inkopolis seen when starting Splatoon

    Inkopolis seen when starting Splatoon

  • An Inkling in the Plaza

    An Inkling in the Plaza

  • Inklings roam around the Plaza

    Inklings roam around the Plaza

  • An Inkling runs around the Plaza

    An Inkling runs around the Plaza

  • Tanuki and fox statues in the Plaza

    Tanuki and fox statues in the Plaza

  • The Squid Sisters billboard

    The Squid Sisters billboard

  • The Squid Squad billboard

    The Squid Squad billboard

  • Close-up of Inkopolis Tower

    Close-up of Inkopolis Tower

  • An airplane over Inkopolis

    An airplane over Inkopolis

  • The Ferris wheel in the distance

    The Ferris wheel in the distance

  • Judd sleeping in the Plaza

    Judd sleeping in the Plaza

  • Concept art of Judd, showing different ideas for how he would laze about in Inkopolis

    Concept art of Judd, showing different ideas for how he would laze about in Inkopolis

  • Concept art of Cap'n Cuttlefish, showing different ideas for his manhole in Inkopolis at the lower left

    Concept art of Cap'n Cuttlefish, showing different ideas for his manhole in Inkopolis at the lower left

  • Concept art of various objects at Urchin Underpass, some of which also appear in Inkopolis Plaza

    Concept art of various objects at Urchin Underpass, some of which also appear in Inkopolis Plaza

  • Map of Inkopolis Plaza

    Map of Inkopolis Plaza

  • Inkopolis can be viewed from Octo Valley

    Inkopolis can be viewed from Octo Valley

  • Inkopolis Plaza day before a Splatfest

    Inkopolis Plaza day before a Splatfest

  • Inkopolis as seen when starting Splatoon during a Splatfest

    Inkopolis as seen when starting Splatoon during a Splatfest

  • During a Splatfest

    During a Splatfest

  • During a Splatfest

    During a Splatfest

  • During a Splatfest

    During a Splatfest

  • During a Splatfest

    During a Splatfest

  • During a Splatfest

    During a Splatfest

  • The Plaza's fox statue during a Splatfest

    The Plaza's fox statue during a Splatfest

  • The Plaza's tanuki statue during a Splatfest

    The Plaza's tanuki statue during a Splatfest

  • Miiverse posts as neon signs in the Plaza during a Splatfest

    Miiverse posts as neon signs in the Plaza during a Splatfest

  • Animated GIF of the Plaza during a Splatfest

    Animated GIF of the Plaza during a Splatfest

  • Inklings dancing in the Plaza during a Splatfest

    Inklings dancing in the Plaza during a Splatfest

  • Judd dancing during a Splatfest

    Judd dancing during a Splatfest

  • The view of Inkopolis from Blackbelly Skatepark during a Splatfest

    The view of Inkopolis from Blackbelly Skatepark during a Splatfest

  • The view of Inkopolis from Hammerhead Bridge during a Splatfest

    The view of Inkopolis from Hammerhead Bridge during a Splatfest

Trivia

  • The layout and design of Inkopolis is based on the city of Shibuya in Tokyo, Japan.
  • In the games, it is impossible to use weapons in Inkopolis. However, in the Splatoon manga, Goggles, Rider and Headphones are seen swimming through ink trails in Inkopolis, while Rider is seen performing an ink flick on Goggles.
  • Inkopolis is connected to Splatsville via a "sophisticated transportation network" that allows Inklings and Octolings to travel to the stages in Greater Inkopolis from Splatsville.[1] Additionally, Hammerhead Bridge connects Greater Inkopolis to the Splatlands.
  • According to Splashtag titles, the adjectival form and/or demonym for Inkopolis is "Inkopolitan".

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese ハイカラシティ
haikara shiti		 Trendy city[a]
Netherlands Dutch Inkopolis Same as English name
CanadaFrance French Chromapolis Portmanteau of Greek words khroma ("color") and polis ("city")
Germany German Inkopolis Same as English name
Italy Italian Coloropoli From colore ("color") and Greek polis ("city")
Russia Russian Инкополь
Inkopol'		 From ink and поль pol (a common ending for Russian towns)
SpainMexico Spanish Cromópolis From Latin chroma ("color"), cromo ("chrome"), and Greek polis ("city")
China Chinese (Simplified) 尚兴市
shàng xīng shì		 Fashionable prosperous city
Hong Kong Chinese (Traditional) 尚興市
shàng xīng shì (Mandarin)
soeng6 hing1 si5 (Cantonese)		 Fashionable prosperous city[b]
South Korea Korean 오더폴리스 시티
odeopolliseu siti		 Orderpolis City

Translation notes

  1. ↑ A play on ハイカラ haikara ("high collar"), イカ ika ("squid") and color
  2. ↑ Derived from "時尚" (meaning "fashionable") and "興旺" (meaning "prosperous").

References

  1. ↑ Nintendo New Splatoon 3 details from the Squid Research Lab – Nintendo
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