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{{InfoboxCharacter
{{Infobox/Character
|title    = Li'l Judd
|title    = Li'l Judd
|color    = {{SiteColor|Generic}}
|color    = {{SiteColor|Generic}}
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|species  = [[wikipedia:Cat|Cat]]
|species  = [[wikipedia:Cat|Cat]]
|eye      = Black
|eye      = Black
|age      = Three months ({{S2}})<ref name="art">[[The Art of Splatoon 2]] page 113</ref><br>Five years and three months ({{S3}})
|age      = Three months ({{S2}})<ref name="art">''[[The Art of Splatoon 2]]'' page 113</ref><br>Five years and three months ({{S3}})
|gender    = Male
|gender    = Male
|relations = [[Judd]] (cloned offspring)
|relations = [[Judd]] (cloned offspring)
|location  = [[Inkopolis Square]], [[Splatsville]]}}
|location  = [[Inkopolis Square]], [[Splatsville]]}}
{{Quote|Breaking news! We've confirmed the identity of the furry creature seen previously in both video footage and the recent Testfire event! Ready for it? Everyone, meet Li'l Judd!
{{Quote|Breaking news! We've confirmed the identity of the furry creature seen previously in both video footage and the recent Testfire event! Ready for it? Everyone, meet Li'l Judd!
Okay, I'll be the first to admit he's adorable, but from what we've been able to observe, he's gunning for [[Judd]]'s spot as premier Turf War judge like a bloodthirsty tiger crouching in the jungle underbrush. The details of his origins are still shrouded in mystery, but rest assured our research on this fuzzy subject will continue.|[[Live from Squid Research Lab]]<ref name="srl">[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/159268303594 {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Li'l Judd]</ref>}}
Okay, I'll be the first to admit he's adorable, but from what we've been able to observe, he's gunning for [[Judd]]'s spot as premier Turf War judge like a bloodthirsty tiger crouching in the jungle underbrush. The details of his origins are still shrouded in mystery, but rest assured our research on this fuzzy subject will continue.|[[Squid Research Lab]]<ref name="srl">[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/159268303594 {{SRL}} Live from Squid Research Lab: Li'l Judd]</ref>}}


'''Li'l Judd''' is a cat in ''[[Splatoon 2]]'' and {{S3}}. He is a smaller version of [[Judd]], with whom he judges multiplayer matches.
'''Li'l Judd''' is a cat in ''[[Splatoon 2]]'' and {{S3}}. He is a smaller version of [[Judd]], with whom he judges multiplayer matches.


==Appearance==
==Appearance==
Like [[Judd]], Li'l Judd is a bipedal domestic cat with a large head and body, small limbs, a tail that ends in an arrow shape, and tuxedo-like fur patterning. However, Li'l Judd has a smaller face in relation to his head, and his eyes are small and beady. His fur is fuzzier, and has a much lighter color. Additionally, his limbs are even smaller in comparison to his body. In {{S3}} Li'l Judd has an overall dirtier appearance with his fur having been stained brown and ruffled. After the player completes [[Return of the Mammalians]], he also wears a headset.
Like [[Judd]], Li'l Judd is a bipedal domestic kitten with a large head and body, small limbs, a tail that ends in an arrow shape, and tuxedo-like fur patterning. However, Li'l Judd's eyes are small, black and beady, and his fur is fuzzier and has a lighter color than Judd's. In {{S3}}, Li'l Judd has grown bigger; he also has an overall dirtier appearance, with his fur having a brownish tinge and being  much more ruffled. After the player completes [[Return of the Mammalians]], he also wears a headset in his left ear.


==Personality and traits==
==Personality and traits==
As his name suggests, Li'l Judd shares many similarities to Judd. He gives the player advice when approached, and also helps judge matches. He is, however, set apart from his genetic original primarily by his inferiority complex and ambition. These combined traits drive Li'l Judd to plot against Judd, with him planning to supersede his original as the judge of Turf Wars. It is also implied that he is willing to use violence to achieve his goals, supported by that according to ''[[The Art of Splatoon 2]]'', Li'l Judd "is waiting for his chance to stab Judd in the back" and Sunken Scroll 23 in ''Splatoon 3'', which seems to describe Li'l Judd's preparations for a future assassination attempt on Judd. It is, however, unknown what Judd thinks of his clone, or if he even is aware of of Li'l Judd's hostility towards him.  
As his name suggests, Li'l Judd shares many similarities to Judd. He gives the player advice when approached, and also helps judge matches. He is, however, set apart from his genetic original primarily by his inferiority complex and ambition. These combined traits drive Li'l Judd to plot against Judd, with him planning to supersede his original as the judge of Turf Wars. It is also implied that he is willing to use violence to achieve his goals, supported by that according to ''[[The Art of Splatoon 2]]'', Li'l Judd "is waiting for his chance to stab Judd in the back" and Sunken Scroll 23 in ''Splatoon 3'', which seems to describe Li'l Judd's preparations for a future assassination attempt on Judd. It is, however, unknown what Judd thinks of his clone, or if he even is aware of Li'l Judd's hostility towards him.  


His Tableturf Battle dialogue, however, shows an honorable side, and displays a vast vocabulary and sophisticated, albeit somewhat aggressive, speech. This starkly contrasts his diminutive size and general "cutesy" appearance, giving the dialogue a humorous bend. His speech mannerisms along with his plots suggests a high level of intelligence, or least pretensions to.
His Tableturf Battle dialogue, however, shows an honorable side and displays a vast vocabulary and sophisticated, albeit somewhat aggressive, speech. This starkly contrasts his diminutive size and general "cutesy" appearance, giving the dialogue a humorous bend. His speech mannerisms along with his plots suggest a high level of intelligence.


==''Splatoon 2''==
==''Splatoon 2''==
Together with [[Judd]], Li'l Judd judges [[Turf War]]s and [[Ranked Battle]]s. Judd represents the player's team, called "Good Guys", and Li'l Judd represents the enemy team, called "Bad Guys". When the "Bad Guys" win, Li'l Judd brandishes a flag in their [[ink]] color and Judd falls down in defeat; the opposite happens when the "Good Guys" win. He can also be seen in [[Inkopolis Square]] sitting on top of Judd as he sleeps, and sometimes, when the player speaks to Judd for advice, Li'l Judd will give them advice instead. He often starts his advice with 'Mew!' rather than 'Meow!', implying that he is younger than Judd (who always starts his advice with 'Meow!').
Together with [[Judd]], Li'l Judd judges [[Turf War]]s and [[Ranked Battle]]s. Judd represents the player's team, called "Good Guys", and Li'l Judd represents the enemy team, called "Bad Guys". When the "Bad Guys" win, Li'l Judd brandishes a flag in their [[ink]] color and Judd falls down in defeat; the opposite happens when the "Good Guys" win. He can also be seen in [[Inkopolis Square]] sitting on top of Judd as he sleeps, and sometimes, when the player speaks to Judd for advice, Li'l Judd will give them advice instead. He often starts his advice with 'Mew!' rather than 'Meow!', implying that he is younger than Judd (who always starts his advice with 'Meow!').


In [[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon 2#Scroll 27|Sunken Scroll 27]], it is revealed that Li'l Judd is a clone of Judd, created when the latter reactivated the capsule that he was cryogenically frozen in; the [[The Professor|original owner]] of Judd included this function in the capsule to ensure that Judd would not become lonely.
In [[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon 2#Scroll 27|Sunken Scroll 27]], it is revealed that Li'l Judd is a clone of Judd, created when the latter reactivated the capsule that he was cryogenically frozen in; the original owner of Judd, [[the professor]], included this function in the capsule to ensure that Judd would not become lonely.


==''Splatoon 3''==
==''Splatoon 3''==
Li'l Judd plays the same role as in the previous game, judging Turf Wars and Anarchy Battles and representing the enemy team. He also can be battled as an opponent in Tableturf Battle after the player reaches Tableturf rank 21. However, he is not found together with Judd in the Battle Lobby, and thus no longer gives advice to the player.
Li'l Judd plays the same role as in the previous game, judging Turf Wars and Anarchy Battles and representing the enemy team. He also can be battled as an opponent in Tableturf Battle after the player reaches Tableturf rank 21. However, he is not found together with Judd in the lobby, and thus no longer gives advice to the player.


After completing [[Return of the Mammalians]], Li'l Judd begins wearing a headset.
== Tableturf Battle ==
{{TableturfDeck|name=[[File:S3_Icon_Li'l_Judd.png|32px|link=]] [[Li'l Judd]]'s Deck
|card1=Inkjet
|card2=Mr. Grizz
|card3=Smallfry
|card4=Li'l Judd
|card5=Chum
|card6=Cohock
|card7=Steelhead
|card8=Steel Eel
|card9=Scrapper
|card10=Stinger
|card11=Maws
|card12=Drizzler
|card13=Flyfish
|card14=Goldie
|card15=Mothership
}}
==Quotes==
==Quotes==
===Splatoon 2===
===''Splatoon 2''===


''"Meow! (Looks like you've leveled up enough to put your skills to the test in {{Color-link|Ranked Battle|Orange|Ranked Battles}}! Ranked battles are for Inklings who mean business. Press {{Button|Minus}} in the lobby to check out the {{color|rules|orange}}.)"'' --Said after reaching Level 10.
''"Meow! (Looks like you've leveled up enough to put your skills to the test in {{Color-link|Ranked Battle|Orange|Ranked Battles}}! Ranked battles are for Inklings who mean business. Press {{Button|Minus}} in the lobby to check out the {{color|rules|orange}}.)"'' --Said after reaching Level 10.
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''"Mew! (Keep an eye on the icons at the top of the screen to see which team has the advantage. Tread carefully if your team's numbers are low, and be bold if you've got the enemy on the ropes!)"
''"Mew! (Keep an eye on the icons at the top of the screen to see which team has the advantage. Tread carefully if your team's numbers are low, and be bold if you've got the enemy on the ropes!)"


''"Mew! (Swimming around fast in ink will make little {{color|ripples|orange}} that your opponent's might notice. Tilt {{Button|LS}} gently to swim slowly and {{color|sneak up on opponents without making a splash|orange}}!)"
''"Mew! (Swimming around fast in ink will make little {{color|ripples|orange}} that your opponents might notice. Tilt {{Button|LS}} gently to swim slowly and {{color|sneak up on opponents without making a splash|orange}}!)"


''"Mew! (In {{color-link|Tower Control|Orange}}, the team that rides the tower into the opponent's goal wins. You can make the tower's path safer by splatting any oppawnents in its way ahead of time.)"
''"Mew! (In {{color-link|Tower Control|Orange}}, the team that rides the tower into the opponent's goal wins. You can make the tower's path safer by splatting any oppawnents in its way ahead of time.)"
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''"Mew! (In {{color-link|Rainmaker|orange}}, the team that carries the [[Rainmaker (weapon)|Rainmaker]] to the other team's goal wins. The Rainmaker is powerful, but it's not good at close range. Work with your team to stay safe.)"
''"Mew! (In {{color-link|Rainmaker|orange}}, the team that carries the [[Rainmaker (weapon)|Rainmaker]] to the other team's goal wins. The Rainmaker is powerful, but it's not good at close range. Work with your team to stay safe.)"


===Splatoon 3===
===''Splatoon 3''===
{{For|Tableturf Battle quotes|List of Tableturf Battle rivals in Splatoon 3#Quotes}}
{{For|Tableturf Battle quotes|List of Tableturf Battle rivals in Splatoon 3#Quotes}}


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====Artwork====
====Artwork====
<gallery>
<gallery>
Li'l Judd S2.png|3D art.
SSBU Li'l Judd Spirit.png|3D art
Judd and Li'l Judd.png|Ditto, with [[Judd]].
Judd and Li'l Judd.png|3D art including [[Judd]]
Splatoon 2 Famitsu Guide - Judd and Li'l Judd.jpg|Artwork of Li'l Judd sitting of top of a sleeping Judd.
S2 Li'l Judd Polaroid render.png|Polaroid-style render
S2 Lil Judd Pointer.png|2D art.
Splatoon 2 Famitsu Guide - Judd and Li'l Judd.jpg|Artwork of Li'l Judd sitting of top of a sleeping Judd
S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 01.png|Ditto.
S2 Lil Judd Pointer.png|2D art
S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 01.png
S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 02.png
S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 02.png
S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 03.png
S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 03.png
S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 04.png
S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 04.png
Splatoon 2 art book cover art.png|Li'l Judd in artwork created for the cover of ''[[The Art of Splatoon 2]]''.
Splatoon 2 art book cover art.png|Li'l Judd in artwork created for the cover of ''[[The Art of Splatoon 2]]''
Octoling and Li'l Judd distract the playerbase from the September 2018 weapon delay.jpg|Li'l Judd and an [[Octoling (playable)|Octoling]].
September 2018 Weapon Delay Artwork.jpg|Li'l Judd and an [[Octoling]]
S2 Final Fest Octavio & Li'l Judd Team Chaos.jpeg|Artwork of Li'l Judd with [[DJ Octavio]] for the [[Chaos vs. Order]] Splatfest.
S2 Final Fest Octavio and Li'l Judd.jpg|Artwork of Li'l Judd with [[DJ Octavio]] for the [[Chaos vs. Order]] Splatfest
Cat Day 2020.jpg|Li'l Judd with Judd and [[Agent 8]] in for Japan's unofficial Cat Day 2020.
Cat Day 2020.jpg|Li'l Judd with Judd and [[Agent 8]] in for Japan's unofficial Cat Day 2020
</gallery>
</gallery>


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Presentation Judd loss.png|A match where Li'l Judd has won.
Presentation Judd loss.png|A match where Li'l Judd has won.
Little Judd Animated.gif|Animation of Li'l Judd on top of a sleeping Judd.
Little Judd Animated.gif|Animation of Li'l Judd on top of a sleeping Judd.
S2 Judd & Li'l Judd during Splatfest.jpg|Li'l Judd dancing with [[Judd]] during a Splatfest
S2 Icon Li'l Judd.png|Dialog icon (also shown in the [[Inkopolis Square]] map).
S2 Icon Li'l Judd.png|Dialog icon (also shown in the [[Inkopolis Square]] map).
S2 Sunken Scroll 26.png|[[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon 2#Scroll 26|Sunken Scroll 26]], showing Judd and Li'l Judd's capsule being accidentally unplugged.
S2 Sunken Scroll 26.png|[[List of Sunken Scrolls in Splatoon 2#Scroll 26|Sunken Scroll 26]], showing Judd and Li'l Judd's capsule being accidentally unplugged.
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====Promotional====
====Promotional====
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:S2 Judd and Li'l Judd with flags.jpg|Li'l Judd waving a flag with [[Judd]].
S2 Judd and Li'l Judd with flags.jpg|Li'l Judd waving a flag with [[Judd]].
File:S2 Li'l Judd with flag.jpg|Close-up of Li'l Judd.
S2 Li'l Judd with flag.jpg|Close-up of Li'l Judd.
File:Octo Expansion nerimemory1.jpg|A [[mem cake]] with Judd and Li'l Judd (upper left) in a promo for the ''[[Octo Expansion]]''.
Octo Expansion nerimemory1.jpg|A [[mem cake]] with Judd and Li'l Judd (upper left) in a promo for the ''[[Octo Expansion]]''.
File:Team Hello Kitty Win.jpeg|Judd and Li'l Judd wearing bows for the result of the [[Hello Kitty vs. Cinnamoroll]] [[Splatfest]].
Team Hello Kitty Win.jpg|Judd and Li'l Judd wearing bows for the result of the [[Hello Kitty vs. Cinnamoroll]] [[Splatfest]].
File:Team My Melody Win.jpeg|The same for the [[My Melody vs. Pompompurin]] Splatfest.
Team My Melody Win.jpg|The same for the [[My Melody vs. Pompompurin]] Splatfest.
File:Sanei Li'l Judd plush.jpg|Li'l Judd plush toy by Sanei.
Sanei Li'l Judd plush.jpg|Li'l Judd plush toy by Sanei.
File:Sanei Splatoon 2 cushion Li'l Judd.jpg|Li'l Judd cushion by Sanei.
Sanei Splatoon 2 cushion Li'l Judd.jpg|Li'l Judd cushion by Sanei.
File:Uniqlo Splatoon Judd and Lil Judd T-Shirt.jpg|Uniqlo T-Shirt, featuring Judd and Li'l Judd.
Uniqlo Splatoon Judd and Lil Judd T-Shirt.jpg|Uniqlo T-Shirt, featuring Judd and Li'l Judd.
File:Update S2 2.0.0 MakoMart promo image.jpg|Li'l Judd seen with Judd in the background of a promo image of [[MakoMart]].
Update S2 2.0.0 MakoMart promo image.jpg|Li'l Judd seen with Judd in the background of a promo image of [[MakoMart]].
File:Splatoon 2 character relationship chart.png|Li'l Judd in the ''Splatoon 2'' relationship chart.
Splatoon 2 character relationship chart.png|Li'l Judd in the ''Splatoon 2'' relationship chart.
File:JuddLi'lJuddModelS2.png|Unofficial render of Judd and Li'l Judd's game models on [https://models-resource.com/nintendo_switch/splatoon2/model/30496/ The Models Resource]
S2 Judd and Li'l Judd Models.png|Unofficial render of Judd and Li'l Judd's game models on [https://models-resource.com/nintendo_switch/splatoon2/model/30496/ The Models Resource]
JuddKoshien.jpg|Judd and Li'l Judd in [[Splatoon Koshien|''Splatoon'' Koshien]] attire
S2 Money vs. Love Official Promo.jpg|Li'l Judd with coin shaped sunglasses in the artwork for [[Money vs. Love]]
S2 Splatfest Official Promo Kid vs Grown-Up.jpg|Li'l Judd on Pearl's head in the artwork for [[Kid vs. Grown-Up]]
S2 Splatfest Official Promo Adventure vs Relax.jpg|Li'l Judd being held by Marina in the artwork for [[Adventure vs. Relax]]
</gallery>
</gallery>


===''Splatoon 3''===
===''Splatoon 3''===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:S3 Icon Li'l Judd.png|Character icon.
S3 Icon Li'l Judd.png|Character icon.
File:S3 Li'l Judd.jpg|Li'l Judd, as he appears in ''Splatoon 3''.
S3 Li'l Judd.jpg|Li'l Judd, as he appears in ''Splatoon 3''.
File:Li'l Judd.png|Li'l Judd in the 2022 Nintendo summer magazine.
Li'l Judd.png|Li'l Judd in the 2022 Nintendo summer magazine.
File:Lil Judd with headset.jpg|Li'l Judd with headset after completing [[Return of the Mammalians]].
Lil Judd with headset.jpg|Li'l Judd with headset after completing {{RotM}}.
File:JuddLi'lJuddModelS3.png|Unofficial render of Judd and Li'l Judd's game models on [https://models-resource.com/nintendo_switch/splatoon3/model/54255/ The Models Resource]
S3 Judd and Li'l Judd Models.png|Unofficial render of Judd and Li'l Judd's game models on [https://models-resource.com/nintendo_switch/splatoon3/model/54255/ The Models Resource].
S3 Tableturf Battle Sleeve Li'l Judd.png|Li'l Judd's [[Tableturf Battle]] card sleeve.
S3 Merch Judds Plush and Cushions.jpg|Plush toys and cushions of Judd and Li'l Judd made by Sanei.
Li'l Judd Concept Art.png|Concept art.
S3 Tableturf Battle card Li'l Judd.png|Tableturf Artwork.
S3 Tableturf Battle card Li'l Judd old.png|Tableturf Battle card artwork before [[Version 5.0.0 (Splatoon 3)|Version 5.0.0]]. In it, Li'l Judd's nose and ears have been colored pink.
</gallery>
</gallery>
==Trivia==
*According to a Famitsu interview, the reason why Li'l Judd's fur has become stiff in ''Splatoon 3'' is because since he wasn't able to achieve Judd's position, he became a bit lazy, resulting in his fur becoming how it is now.<ref>[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RBzlMSuG_vWv1isjQ6EJdXBp_uXTpogEc2rrGd2BM30/edit Half-a-year after launch developer interview: The relationship between new Agent 3 and Smallfry, why Special Weapons resemble those in S1, and a deep dive into the rugged Splatlandian Inkling world! (Translation by Rassicas)]</ref>
*In ''Splatoon 3'', Li'l Judd is associated with [[Salmon Run Next Wave]] theming, with most of his [[Tableturf Battle]] cards being related to it and his card sleeves having a Salmonid design, in addition to his change in appearance coinciding with [[Mr. Grizz]]'s defeat in [[Return of the Mammalians]].


==Names in other languages==
==Names in other languages==
{{foreignname
{{Localized name
|color=Generic
|color=Generic
|Jap=コジャッジくん
|Jap=コジャッジくん
|JapR=Kojajji-kun
|JapR=Kojajji-kun (Co Judge)<ref>[https://www.bandai.co.jp/candy/splatoon/splatoon2/lineup/1808wafer/ スプラトゥーン2 イカすカードウエハース 2018年08月13日発売] (Bandai Candy product page for ''Splatoon 2''-brand wafers)</ref>
|JapM=Mr. Little Judge
|JapM=Mr. Little Judge, also a pun on the term "co-judge"
|Dut=Justus jr.
|Dut=Justus jr.
|DutM=From ''"Justus"'' (male given name derived from latin ''"iustus"'' which stands for the adjective just) and jr. (junior)
|DutM=From ''Justus'' (male given name derived from latin ''iustus'' (stands for the adjective "just")) and ''jr.'' ("junior")
|Fra=Mini Charbitre
|Fra=Mini Charbitre
|FraM=Pun on ''"chat"'' (cat) and ''"arbitre"'' (referee), with mini at the beginning
|FraM=Pun on ''chat'' ("cat") and ''arbitre'' ("referee"), with ''mini'' at the beginning
|Ger=Mini-Miezrichter
|Ger=Mini-Miezrichter
|GerM=Pun on ''"Schiedsrichter"'' (referee) and ''"Miez"'' (kitty), with mini at the beginning
|GerM=Pun on ''Schiedsrichter'' ("referee") and ''Miez'' ("kitty"), with ''mini'' at the beginning
|Ita=Giudigattino
|Ita=Giudigattino
|ItaM=Pun on ''"giudice"'' (judge) and ''"gattino"'' (kitten)
|ItaM=Pun on ''giudice'' ("judge") and ''gattino'' ("kitten")
|Rus=Судокотик
|Rus=Судокотик
|RusR=Sudokotik
|RusR=Sudokotik
|RusM=Judgekitten
|RusM=Judgekitten
|Spa=Justito
|Spa=Justito
|SpaM=From ''"justo"'' (fair) with the ''"-ito"'' diminutive.
|SpaM=From ''justo'' ("fair") with the ''-ito'' diminutive
|ChiS=小评审
|ChiS=小评审
|ChiSR=xiǎo píngshěn (Mandarin)
|ChiSR=xiǎo píngshěn (Mandarin)

Latest revision as of 03:46, 23 March 2024

Li'l Judd
S3 render Lil Judd.png
Species Cat
Habitat
Height
Hair color
Eye color Black
Age Three months (Splatoon 2)[1]
Five years and three months (Splatoon 3)
Gender Male
Pronouns
Relations Judd (cloned offspring)
Location Inkopolis Square, Splatsville
Shop
HP
Maximum HP
Members
Other forms
“ Breaking news! We've confirmed the identity of the furry creature seen previously in both video footage and the recent Testfire event! Ready for it? Everyone, meet Li'l Judd!

Okay, I'll be the first to admit he's adorable, but from what we've been able to observe, he's gunning for Judd's spot as premier Turf War judge like a bloodthirsty tiger crouching in the jungle underbrush. The details of his origins are still shrouded in mystery, but rest assured our research on this fuzzy subject will continue.

”

Li'l Judd is a cat in Splatoon 2 and Splatoon 3. He is a smaller version of Judd, with whom he judges multiplayer matches.

Appearance

Like Judd, Li'l Judd is a bipedal domestic kitten with a large head and body, small limbs, a tail that ends in an arrow shape, and tuxedo-like fur patterning. However, Li'l Judd's eyes are small, black and beady, and his fur is fuzzier and has a lighter color than Judd's. In Splatoon 3, Li'l Judd has grown bigger; he also has an overall dirtier appearance, with his fur having a brownish tinge and being much more ruffled. After the player completes Return of the Mammalians, he also wears a headset in his left ear.

Personality and traits

As his name suggests, Li'l Judd shares many similarities to Judd. He gives the player advice when approached, and also helps judge matches. He is, however, set apart from his genetic original primarily by his inferiority complex and ambition. These combined traits drive Li'l Judd to plot against Judd, with him planning to supersede his original as the judge of Turf Wars. It is also implied that he is willing to use violence to achieve his goals, supported by that according to The Art of Splatoon 2, Li'l Judd "is waiting for his chance to stab Judd in the back" and Sunken Scroll 23 in Splatoon 3, which seems to describe Li'l Judd's preparations for a future assassination attempt on Judd. It is, however, unknown what Judd thinks of his clone, or if he even is aware of Li'l Judd's hostility towards him.

His Tableturf Battle dialogue, however, shows an honorable side and displays a vast vocabulary and sophisticated, albeit somewhat aggressive, speech. This starkly contrasts his diminutive size and general "cutesy" appearance, giving the dialogue a humorous bend. His speech mannerisms along with his plots suggest a high level of intelligence.

Splatoon 2

Together with Judd, Li'l Judd judges Turf Wars and Ranked Battles. Judd represents the player's team, called "Good Guys", and Li'l Judd represents the enemy team, called "Bad Guys". When the "Bad Guys" win, Li'l Judd brandishes a flag in their ink color and Judd falls down in defeat; the opposite happens when the "Good Guys" win. He can also be seen in Inkopolis Square sitting on top of Judd as he sleeps, and sometimes, when the player speaks to Judd for advice, Li'l Judd will give them advice instead. He often starts his advice with 'Mew!' rather than 'Meow!', implying that he is younger than Judd (who always starts his advice with 'Meow!').

In Sunken Scroll 27, it is revealed that Li'l Judd is a clone of Judd, created when the latter reactivated the capsule that he was cryogenically frozen in; the original owner of Judd, the professor, included this function in the capsule to ensure that Judd would not become lonely.

Splatoon 3

Li'l Judd plays the same role as in the previous game, judging Turf Wars and Anarchy Battles and representing the enemy team. He also can be battled as an opponent in Tableturf Battle after the player reaches Tableturf rank 21. However, he is not found together with Judd in the lobby, and thus no longer gives advice to the player.

After completing Return of the Mammalians, Li'l Judd begins wearing a headset.

Tableturf Battle

S3 Icon Li'l Judd.png Li'l Judd's Deck
Inkjet

12

Inkjet
Mr. Grizz

14

Mr. Grizz
Smallfry

3

Smallfry
Li'l Judd

8

Li'l Judd
Chum

5

Chum
Cohock

9

Cohock
Steelhead

12

Steelhead
Steel Eel

10

Steel Eel
Scrapper

10

Scrapper
Stinger

7

Stinger
Maws

12

Maws
Drizzler

12

Drizzler
Flyfish

13

Flyfish
Goldie

12

Goldie
Mothership

12

Mothership

Quotes

Splatoon 2

"Meow! (Looks like you've leveled up enough to put your skills to the test in Ranked Battles! Ranked battles are for Inklings who mean business. Press Minus in the lobby to check out the rules.)" --Said after reaching Level 10.

"Meow! (Do you have any Ability Chunks yet? When you scrub gear or reallocate abilities, the original abilities become ability chunks. Ability chunks don't do much by themselves, but you can combine them to make abilities on demand! And keep an eye out for the young urchin lad. He knows just what to do with ability chunks!)"

"Meow! (To master Shooters, it's impurrtant to get your reticle firmly on your opponent. When you've got the enemy in your sights, the reticle will change into an × symbol. Wait to see this symbol before pressing ZR to pull the trigger. And when your attack strikes your opponent, you should be able to hear and see it. Knowing whether you're hitting the opponent or not will help you adjust your aim if necessary.)"

"Meow! (Splash Walls and Ballers can prevent your ink from hitting your target. However, if either of them hit a Splat Bomb or Suction Bomb, the bomb will detonate immediately. Use this fact to destroy Splash Walls and Ballers quickly!)"

"Mew! (Keep an eye on the icons at the top of the screen to see which team has the advantage. Tread carefully if your team's numbers are low, and be bold if you've got the enemy on the ropes!)"

"Mew! (Swimming around fast in ink will make little ripples that your opponents might notice. Tilt Left Stick gently to swim slowly and sneak up on opponents without making a splash!)"

"Mew! (In Tower Control, the team that rides the tower into the opponent's goal wins. You can make the tower's path safer by splatting any oppawnents in its way ahead of time.)"

"Mew! (In Splat Zones, the team that keeps control of the Splat Zones in the stage wins! You'll need to plan out the best way to keep the Splat Zones free of enemy ink. Don't try to be a hero. Coordinate and attack together as a four-purrson team!)"

"Mew! (In Rainmaker, the team that carries the Rainmaker to the other team's goal wins. The Rainmaker is powerful, but it's not good at close range. Work with your team to stay safe.)"

Splatoon 3

For Tableturf Battle quotes, see List of Tableturf Battle rivals in Splatoon 3#Quotes.

Gallery

Splatoon 2

Artwork

  • 3D art

    3D art

  • 3D art including Judd

    3D art including Judd

  • Polaroid-style render

    Polaroid-style render

  • Artwork of Li'l Judd sitting of top of a sleeping Judd

    Artwork of Li'l Judd sitting of top of a sleeping Judd

  • 2D art

    2D art

  • S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 01.png
  • S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 02.png
  • S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 03.png
  • S2 art 2D Li'l Judd 04.png
  • Li'l Judd in artwork created for the cover of The Art of Splatoon 2

    Li'l Judd in artwork created for the cover of The Art of Splatoon 2

  • Li'l Judd and an Octoling

    Li'l Judd and an Octoling

  • Artwork of Li'l Judd with DJ Octavio for the Chaos vs. Order Splatfest

    Artwork of Li'l Judd with DJ Octavio for the Chaos vs. Order Splatfest

  • Li'l Judd with Judd and Agent 8 in for Japan's unofficial Cat Day 2020

    Li'l Judd with Judd and Agent 8 in for Japan's unofficial Cat Day 2020

In-game

  • A match where Li'l Judd has won.

    A match where Li'l Judd has won.

  • Animation of Li'l Judd on top of a sleeping Judd.

    Animation of Li'l Judd on top of a sleeping Judd.

  • Li'l Judd dancing with Judd during a Splatfest

    Li'l Judd dancing with Judd during a Splatfest

  • Dialog icon (also shown in the Inkopolis Square map).

    Dialog icon (also shown in the Inkopolis Square map).

  • Sunken Scroll 26, showing Judd and Li'l Judd's capsule being accidentally unplugged.

    Sunken Scroll 26, showing Judd and Li'l Judd's capsule being accidentally unplugged.

  • Sunken Scroll 27, indicating the origins of Li'l Judd.

    Sunken Scroll 27, indicating the origins of Li'l Judd.

  • Mem cake of Li'l Judd and Judd.

    Mem cake of Li'l Judd and Judd.

  • Team Kid's icon in the Kid vs. Grown-Up Splatfest, depicting Li'l Judd.

    Team Kid's icon in the Kid vs. Grown-Up Splatfest, depicting Li'l Judd.

Promotional

Splatoon 3

  • Character icon.

    Character icon.

  • Li'l Judd, as he appears in Splatoon 3.

    Li'l Judd, as he appears in Splatoon 3.

  • Li'l Judd in the 2022 Nintendo summer magazine.

    Li'l Judd in the 2022 Nintendo summer magazine.

  • Li'l Judd with headset after completing Return of the Mammalians.

    Li'l Judd with headset after completing Return of the Mammalians.

  • Unofficial render of Judd and Li'l Judd's game models on The Models Resource.

    Unofficial render of Judd and Li'l Judd's game models on The Models Resource.

  • Li'l Judd's Tableturf Battle card sleeve.

    Li'l Judd's Tableturf Battle card sleeve.

  • Plush toys and cushions of Judd and Li'l Judd made by Sanei.

    Plush toys and cushions of Judd and Li'l Judd made by Sanei.

  • Concept art.

    Concept art.

  • Tableturf Artwork.

    Tableturf Artwork.

  • Tableturf Battle card artwork before Version 5.0.0. In it, Li'l Judd's nose and ears have been colored pink.

    Tableturf Battle card artwork before Version 5.0.0. In it, Li'l Judd's nose and ears have been colored pink.

Trivia

  • According to a Famitsu interview, the reason why Li'l Judd's fur has become stiff in Splatoon 3 is because since he wasn't able to achieve Judd's position, he became a bit lazy, resulting in his fur becoming how it is now.[3]
  • In Splatoon 3, Li'l Judd is associated with Salmon Run Next Wave theming, with most of his Tableturf Battle cards being related to it and his card sleeves having a Salmonid design, in addition to his change in appearance coinciding with Mr. Grizz's defeat in Return of the Mammalians.

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese コジャッジくん
Kojajji-kun (Co Judge)[4]		 Mr. Little Judge, also a pun on the term "co-judge"
Netherlands Dutch Justus jr. From Justus (male given name derived from latin iustus (stands for the adjective "just")) and jr. ("junior")
CanadaFrance French Mini Charbitre Pun on chat ("cat") and arbitre ("referee"), with mini at the beginning
Germany German Mini-Miezrichter Pun on Schiedsrichter ("referee") and Miez ("kitty"), with mini at the beginning
Italy Italian Giudigattino Pun on giudice ("judge") and gattino ("kitten")
Russia Russian Судокотик
Sudokotik		 Judgekitten
SpainMexico Spanish Justito From justo ("fair") with the -ito diminutive
China Chinese (Simplified) 小评审
xiǎo píngshěn (Mandarin)		 Little Judge
Hong Kong Chinese (Traditional) 小評審
xiǎo píngshěn (Mandarin)		 Little Judge
South Korea Korean 꼬마심판
Kkomasimpan		 Little Judge

References

  1. ↑ The Art of Splatoon 2 page 113
  2. ↑ Squid Research Lab Live from Squid Research Lab: Li'l Judd
  3. ↑ Half-a-year after launch developer interview: The relationship between new Agent 3 and Smallfry, why Special Weapons resemble those in S1, and a deep dive into the rugged Splatlandian Inkling world! (Translation by Rassicas)
  4. ↑ スプラトゥーン2 イカすカードウエハース 2018年08月13日発売 (Bandai Candy product page for Splatoon 2-brand wafers)
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