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[[File:Inkopolis Tower base.jpg|350px|right]]
[[File:Inkopolis Tower base.jpg|thumb|350px|right|Inkopolis Tower in {{S}}]]
'''Inkopolis Tower''' is a large tower in [[Inkopolis]] where players can access the [[Battle Lobby]] and play in online matches in {{S}}.
'''Inkopolis Tower''' is a large tower in [[Inkopolis Plaza]] where players can access the [[lobby]] and play in online matches in {{S}} and {{S3EP}}.


== Description ==
== Description ==
Inkopolis Tower is a large, green tower in [[Inkopolis Plaza]] based on the real-life [[Wikipedia:Tokyo Tower|Tokyo Tower]]. Located next to [[Booyah Base]] and behind where [[Judd]] stays, Inkopolis Tower is the largest and most well-known landmark in the plaza. It takes on a large, curved ''A'' shape with four legs leading into a wide base, which narrows as the height increases. It is supported by a pattern of triangular beams, and is decorated with a large icon that is used in both the [[SquidForce]] logo and the [[Regular Battle]] symbol. Resting on top of the tower is a wide, cylindrical observation deck surrounded by satellite dishes of various sizes. Multiple [[jellyfish]] can be seen operating controls from inside the deck through a window. Additionally, two large speakers rest in front of the tower, providing [[music]]al ambiance for the plaza.
Inkopolis Tower is a large, green tower in [[Inkopolis Plaza]] based on the real-life [[Wikipedia:Tokyo Tower|Tokyo Tower]]. Located next to [[Booyah Base]] and behind where [[Judd]] stays, Inkopolis Tower is the largest and most well-known landmark in the plaza. It takes on a large, curved ''A'' shape with four legs leading into a wide base, which narrows as the height increases. It is supported by a pattern of triangular beams, and is decorated with a large icon that is used in both the [[SquidForce]] logo and the [[Regular Battle]] symbol. Resting on top of the tower is a wide, cylindrical observation deck surrounded by satellite dishes of various sizes. Multiple [[jellyfish]] can be seen operating controls from inside the deck through a window. Additionally, two large speakers rest in front of the tower, providing [[music]]al ambiance for the plaza.


Within the tower on its lowest floor is the [[Battle Lobby]], a cylindrical room where [[Inkling]]s can access online multiplayer [[mode]]s such as [[Turf War]] and [[Ranked Battle]]. The Battle Lobby is sealed by a sliding door, surrounded by wide screens showing depictions of the current [[stage]]s.
Within the tower on its lowest floor is the [[lobby]], a cylindrical room where [[Inkling]]s can access online multiplayer [[mode]]s such as [[Turf War]] and [[Ranked Battle]]. The lobby is sealed by a sliding door, surrounded by wide screens showing depictions of the current [[stage]]s.


Before the [[Octarian]]s stole the [[Great Zapfish]], it curled around the tower, providing energy for [[Inkopolis]]. However, even after it was stolen, Inkopolis was able to retain most of its electricity supply and function normally. Once [[Agent 3 (Splatoon)|Agent 3]] rescued the Great Zapfish and returned it to Inkopolis Plaza, it could once again be seen resting on the tower.
Before the [[Octarian]]s stole the [[Great Zapfish]], it curled around the tower, providing energy for [[Inkopolis]]. However, even after it was stolen, Inkopolis is able to retain most of its electricity supply and function normally. Once [[Agent 3 (Splatoon)|Agent 3]] rescues the Great Zapfish and it returns to Inkopolis Plaza, it can once again be seen resting on the tower.


Inkopolis Tower appears in promotional artwork for [[Callie vs. Marie]].
Inkopolis Tower appears in promotional artwork for [[Callie vs. Marie]].


In {{S2}}, Inkopolis Tower has been replaced by [[Deca Tower]] in terms of its role; however, it can be seen in the distance if the player stands in the corner of [[Inkopolis Square]]. Additionally, embroidery depicting the Great Zapfish curled around Inkopolis Tower appears on the back of the [[Zapfish Satin Jacket]] in all three games in the {{Ss}}. Inkopolis Tower also appears in a [[:File:Inkadia and the Splatlands.png|map]] shown in a {{S3}} developer interview.
In {{S2}}, Inkopolis Tower is replaced by [[Deca Tower]] in terms of its role; however, it can be seen in the distance if the player stands in the corner of [[Inkopolis Square]]. Additionally, embroidery depicting the Great Zapfish curled around Inkopolis Tower appears on the back of the [[Zapfish Satin Jacket]] in all three games in the {{Ss}}. Inkopolis Tower also appears in a [[:File:Inkadia and the Splatlands.png|map]] shown in a {{S3}} developer interview.
 
In {{S3}}, Inkopolis Tower returns as part of [[Inkopolis]] in Wave 1 of the [[Splatoon 3: Expansion Pass|Expansion Pass]], with the Great Zapfish curled around it constantly. In this game, the interior of the lobby at the base of the tower has been expanded to be identical to the one in [[Splatsville]], though unlike the one in Splatsville, the song ''[[Sinkopated]]'' is replaced in the rotation by ''[[Inkopolis Lobby]]''. In Splatfests, Inkopolis Tower changes color to match the third team, with the fox and tanuki statues on either side of it representing the other two teams.


Inkopolis Tower makes a cameo appearance in ''[[Mario Kart 8 Deluxe]]'' in the background of [[Urchin Underpass#Mario Kart 8 Deluxe|Urchin Underpass]], replacing a generic skyscraper from the original version of the stage.
Inkopolis Tower makes a cameo appearance in ''[[Mario Kart 8 Deluxe]]'' in the background of [[Urchin Underpass#Mario Kart 8 Deluxe|Urchin Underpass]], replacing a generic skyscraper from the original version of the stage.
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== Gallery ==
== Gallery ==
<gallery>
<gallery>
Inkopolis Tower.jpeg|The base of Inkopolis Tower.
Inkopolis Tower.jpg|The base of Inkopolis Tower.
Inkopolis Tower Lobby.png|The entrance to Inkopolis Tower.
S Lobby Entrance.jpg|An [[Inkling]] girl walks up to the entrance.
Battle Lobby Entrance.jpg|An [[Inkling]] girl walks up to the entrance.
Great Zapfish in Inkopolis Plaza.png|The [[Great Zapfish]] on Inkopolis Tower after being retrieved from [[Octo Valley (mode)|Octo Valley]].
Great Zapfish in Inkopolis Plaza.png|The [[Great Zapfish]] on Inkopolis Tower after being retrieved from [[Octo Valley (mode)|Octo Valley]].
SquidForcePromo1.jpg|A [[SquidForce]] promo in front of Inkopolis Tower.
SquidForcePromo1.jpg|A [[SquidForce]] promo in front of Inkopolis Tower.
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==Names in other languages==
==Names in other languages==
{{Foreignname
{{Localized name
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|Jap=イカスツリー
|Jap=イカスツリー
|JapR=Ikasu Tsurī
|JapR=Ikasu Tsurī
|JapM=Cool Tree (a reference to the [[Wikipedia:Tokyo Skytree|Tokyo Skytree]], and a play on ''ika'', 'squid'){{clr}}イカス ''ikasu'' is the reverse of the スカイ ''sky'' in "Skytree".
|JapM=Fresh Tree<ref group="notes">A reference to the [[wp:Tokyo Skytree|Tokyo Skytree]], a play on ''ika'' (squid). イカス ''ikasu'' is the reverse of the スカイ ''sky'' in "Skytree".</ref>
|Dut=Inkopolistoren
|DutM=Inkopolis tower
|FraA=
|FraAM=
|FraE=
|FraEM=
|Ger=Tintenturm
|GerM=Ink-tower
|Ita=Torre di Coloropoli
|Ita=Torre di Coloropoli
|ItaM=Coloropoli (Inkopolis) Tower
|ItaM=Inkopolis<ref group="notes" name="Inkopolis">From this language's respective name for [[Inkopolis]]</ref> Tower
|Rus=Инкопольская башня
|RusR=Inkopol'skaya bashnya
|RusM=Inkopolis<ref group="notes" name="Inkopolis"/> tower
|SpaA=
|SpaAM=
|SpaE=Torre de Cromópolis
|SpaE=Torre de Cromópolis
|SpaEM=Inkopolis Tower
|SpaEM=Inkopolis<ref group="notes" name="Inkopolis"/> Tower
|Ger=Tintenturm
|ChiS=鱿空塔
|GerM=Ink-tower
|ChiSR=yóu kōng tǎ
|ChiSM=From ''鱿鱼'' (Squid), ''天空'' (Sky), and ''塔'' (Tower)
|ChiT=
|ChiTR=
|ChiTM=
|Kor=
|KorR=
|KorM=
}}
}}
===Translation notes===
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Latest revision as of 20:41, 8 April 2024

Inkopolis Tower in Splatoon

Inkopolis Tower is a large tower in Inkopolis Plaza where players can access the lobby and play in online matches in Splatoon and Splatoon 3: Expansion Pass.

Description

Inkopolis Tower is a large, green tower in Inkopolis Plaza based on the real-life Tokyo Tower. Located next to Booyah Base and behind where Judd stays, Inkopolis Tower is the largest and most well-known landmark in the plaza. It takes on a large, curved A shape with four legs leading into a wide base, which narrows as the height increases. It is supported by a pattern of triangular beams, and is decorated with a large icon that is used in both the SquidForce logo and the Regular Battle symbol. Resting on top of the tower is a wide, cylindrical observation deck surrounded by satellite dishes of various sizes. Multiple jellyfish can be seen operating controls from inside the deck through a window. Additionally, two large speakers rest in front of the tower, providing musical ambiance for the plaza.

Within the tower on its lowest floor is the lobby, a cylindrical room where Inklings can access online multiplayer modes such as Turf War and Ranked Battle. The lobby is sealed by a sliding door, surrounded by wide screens showing depictions of the current stages.

Before the Octarians stole the Great Zapfish, it curled around the tower, providing energy for Inkopolis. However, even after it was stolen, Inkopolis is able to retain most of its electricity supply and function normally. Once Agent 3 rescues the Great Zapfish and it returns to Inkopolis Plaza, it can once again be seen resting on the tower.

Inkopolis Tower appears in promotional artwork for Callie vs. Marie.

In Splatoon 2, Inkopolis Tower is replaced by Deca Tower in terms of its role; however, it can be seen in the distance if the player stands in the corner of Inkopolis Square. Additionally, embroidery depicting the Great Zapfish curled around Inkopolis Tower appears on the back of the Zapfish Satin Jacket in all three games in the Splatoon series. Inkopolis Tower also appears in a map shown in a Splatoon 3 developer interview.

In Splatoon 3, Inkopolis Tower returns as part of Inkopolis in Wave 1 of the Expansion Pass, with the Great Zapfish curled around it constantly. In this game, the interior of the lobby at the base of the tower has been expanded to be identical to the one in Splatsville, though unlike the one in Splatsville, the song Sinkopated is replaced in the rotation by Inkopolis Lobby. In Splatfests, Inkopolis Tower changes color to match the third team, with the fox and tanuki statues on either side of it representing the other two teams.

Inkopolis Tower makes a cameo appearance in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in the background of Urchin Underpass, replacing a generic skyscraper from the original version of the stage.

Gallery

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese イカスツリー
Ikasu Tsurī		 Fresh Tree[a]
Netherlands Dutch Inkopolistoren Inkopolis tower
Germany German Tintenturm Ink-tower
Italy Italian Torre di Coloropoli Inkopolis[b] Tower
Russia Russian Инкопольская башня
Inkopol'skaya bashnya		 Inkopolis[b] tower
Spain Spanish (NOE) Torre de Cromópolis Inkopolis[b] Tower
China Chinese (Simplified) 鱿空塔
yóu kōng tǎ		 From 鱿鱼 (Squid), 天空 (Sky), and 塔 (Tower)

Translation notes

  1. ↑ A reference to the Tokyo Skytree, a play on ika (squid). イカス ikasu is the reverse of the スカイ sky in "Skytree".
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 From this language's respective name for Inkopolis
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