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'''Urchin Underpass''' is a multiplayer [[stage]] in ''[[Splatoon]]''.
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'''Urchin Underpass''' is a multiplayer [[stage]] in ''[[Splatoon]]''.


Urchin Underpass consists of two large L-shaped areas of land that are joined together by a rectangular piece of land between them. It takes place below a highway.
Urchin Underpass consists of two large L-shaped areas of land that are joined together by a rectangular piece of land between them. It takes place below a highway.


==Layout==
==Layout==
[[File:Urchin Underpass 2.0 layout.jpg|thumb|Urchin Underpass Overview]]
[[File:Urchin Underpass 2.0 layout.jpg|thumb|Urchin Underpass layout similar to the updated version, but not entirely complete.]]
The spawn point of Urchin Underpass is fairly complicated despite being a usually neglected area. It is a large, enclosed area with several slopes descending to the lower floor, as well as grates leading away from it. The area around the spawn is a high, wide level with railings surrounding the edges, and the only way up is through the winding ramp situated at the corner in front of the spawn point. The spawn point area is accessable to the enemy team. The spiral ramp also has a walkway that leads to an alternate entrance in to the main arena.


Dropping down to the lower floor, the path toward the center of the map splits. One is an elevated path partially protected by railings and hard to reach for the enemy team, while the other is behind a grated wall squids and ink can easily pass through, but solid objects like bombs can't. A pillar juts out where the split paths converge, and is tall enough that only players from the upper level can jump to. Beyond the pillar is a steep ramp leading to a side area that functions as the team's battlements. There are large patches of uninkable ground as well as two openings that make for popular sniper outposts. The opening closer toward the middle has an inkable wall so that anyone from below can swim up to it.
The [[spawn point]] of Urchin Underpass is fairly complicated despite being a usually neglected area. It is a large, enclosed area with several slopes descending to the lower floor, as well as grates leading away from it. The area around the spawn is a high, wide level with railings surrounding the edges, and the only way up is through the winding ramp situated at the corner in front of the spawn point. The spawn point area is accessible to the enemy team. The spiral ramp also has a walkway that leads to an alternate entrance into the main arena.


A large multilayered hill marks the entrance to the center, while a narrow alley runs beside it. At the end of the alley is a small flat square, and beyond that is the frontlines where shots are traded, which has a ramp for daring jumps into enemy territory, a wall for cover and two ramps leading down into the gorge between either team's concrete platforms. The platform walls are all inkable, allowing for surprise attacks from within the gorge. Two trees are placed at either end of the gorge for cover. There are no hazards in this stage.
Dropping down to the lower floor, the path toward the center of the map splits. One is an elevated path partially protected by railings and hard to reach for the enemy team, while the other is behind a grated wall that squids and [[ink]] can easily pass through, but solid objects like [[bomb]]s cannot. A pillar juts out where the split paths converge and is tall enough that only players from the upper level can jump to. Beyond the pillar is a steep ramp leading to a side area that functions as the team's battlements. There are large patches of uninkable ground as well as two openings that make for popular sniper outposts. The opening closer toward the middle has an inkable wall so that anyone from below can swim up to it.


==Ranked Battle Terrain==
A large multilayered hill marks the entrance to the center, while a narrow alley runs beside it. At the end of the alley is a small flat square, and beyond that is the front lines where shots are traded, which has a ramp for daring jumps into enemy territory, a wall for cover and two ramps leading down into the gorge between either team's concrete platforms. The platform walls are all inkable, allowing for surprise attacks from within the gorge. Two trees are placed at either end of the gorge for cover. There are no hazards in this stage.
[[File:ChangeofTerrain in Urchin Underpass.png|thumb|Box on each side of the Splat Zone. Urchin Underpass in different terrain.]]
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In Ranked Battle, specifications for the terrain or placement of objects are different between the modes; these changes create new paths or new objects to take cover behind.
 
==Ranked Battle terrain==
[[File:ChangeofTerrain in Urchin Underpass.png|thumb|The corner of the Splat Zone, showing different terrain.]]
 
In [[Ranked Battle]]s, specifications for the terrain or placement of objects are different between the modes; these changes create new paths or new objects to take cover behind.


=== [[Splat Zones]] ===
===[[Splat Zones]]===
The Splat Zone in Urchin Underpass is located at the very center of the map. It is the smallest singular Splat Zone in [[Splatoon]] so gaining and staying in control requires lots of attention to it. Boxes have been added near both ends of the Splat Zone to provide protection from enemy fire and a vantage point to attack the Splat Zone.
The Splat Zone in Urchin Underpass is located at the very center of the map. It is the smallest singular Splat Zone in {{S}}, so gaining and staying in control requires lots of attention to it. Boxes have been added near both ends of the Splat Zone to protect from enemy fire and a vantage point to attack the Splat Zone.


=== [[Tower Control]] ===
===[[Tower Control]]===
In Tower Control, the tower starts in the Center Plaza. It moves straight back towards the enemy territory and climbs up. Then, it moves to the rider's left, climbs back down, and reaches the goal.
In Tower Control, the Tower starts in the center plaza. It moves straight back towards the enemy territory and climbs up, then moves to the rider's left, climbs back down, and reaches the goal.


=== [[Rainmaker]] ===
===[[Rainmaker]]===
The Rainmaker in Urchin Underpass is located in the center of the map, just below the two ramps in the center. The goal is at the end of the small strip of land with 4 stripes in front of the opposing team's base. Two stacks of blocks have been added to help both teams get to the center of the map faster.
The Rainmaker in Urchin Underpass is located in the center of the stage, just below the two ramps in the center. The goal is at the end of the small strip of land with four stripes in front of the opposing team's base. Two stacks of blocks have been added to help both teams get to the center of the map faster.


== ''Splatoon'' ==
==''Splatoon''==
{{Infobox/Stage
{{Infobox/Stage
| game       = Splatoon
|game       = Splatoon
| introduced = Launch
|image      = S Stage Urchin Underpass.jpg
| totalbp     = 2,465
|introduced = ''Initial Release'' ({{ver|s|1.0.0}})
|totalbp   = 2,465
}}
}}
Urchin Underpass underwent a series of changes between its development period and release. It is also used in [[Octo Valley (mode)|Octo Valley]] [[mission]] #21, [[Unwelcome Flying Object]], as well as the [[Battle Dojo]] in the released version of it.
Urchin Underpass underwent a series of changes between its development period and release. It is also used in [[Octo Valley (mode)|Octo Valley]] [[mission]] #21, [[Unwelcome Flying Object]], as well as the [[Battle Dojo]] in the released version of it.
=== Early design version ===
Early design Version of the center of Urchin Underpass with a rabbit that was chosen as the design for the characters. The center is very similar to the E3 version and the release version of Urchin Underpass.
[[File:Splatoonrabbit.jpg|thumb|A later design of ''Splatoon'' featuring rabbits on an early Urchin Underpass. Note the almost-complete [[Splattershot]].]]
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=== E3 2014 version ===
===Early design version===
[[File:Splatoonrabbit.jpg|thumb|An early version of ''Splatoon'' featuring rabbits on an early Urchin Underpass. Note the almost-complete [[Splattershot]].]]
 
The earliest designed version of Urchin Underpass has been seen in a screenshot from when the game still used rabbits as the design for the player characters. The center of the stage is very similar to the E3 and release versions of Urchin Underpass.
 
===E3 2014 version===
{{see also|Urchin Underpass/Development|t1=changes from E3 2014 to release 2015}}
{{see also|Urchin Underpass/Development|t1=changes from E3 2014 to release 2015}}
The pre-release version included many differences, such as:
The pre-release version included many differences, such as:
*A water tank guarded by a [[grate|fence]] could be found in the corner of teams' bases.
 
*The raised platform opposite the [[Spawn Point]]s in teams' bases was accessed by one smaller ramp, included a wooden plank used to swim up through a grated platform, and did not provide access to the Center Plaza.
* A water tank guarded by a [[grate|fence]] could be found in the corner of teams' bases.
*The lowest area in teams' bases was much larger.
* The raised platform opposite the [[spawn point]]s in the teams' bases was accessed by one smaller ramp, included a wooden plank used to swim up through a grated platform, and did not provide access to the Center Plaza.
*When leaving a team's Spawn Point and heading left, the first ramp encountered was not present. Instead, players could go around the raised portion on either side. This raised portion was split into three differently-sized platforms, and a window was not present in this location.
* The lowest area in teams' bases was much larger.
*The walls of the Secret Alleys were concrete, not glass.
* When leaving a team's spawn point and heading left, the first ramp encountered was not present. Instead, players could go around the raised portion on either side. This raised portion was split into three differently-sized platforms, and a window was not present in this location.
*When entering the Center Plaza from the main entrance, a small fence acting as a grated barrier was present on players' immediate left.
* The walls of the secret alleys were concrete, not glass.
*The ramped platforms allowing players to jump to the other side of the Center Plaza were directly opposite each other.
* When entering the center plaza from the main entrance, a small fence acting as a grated barrier was present on players' immediate left.
*The middle area in the Center Plaza was slightly smaller.
* The ramped platforms allowing players to jump to the other side of the center plaza were directly opposite each other.
*The grated walkways outside the Secret Alleys in the Center Plaza were extended.
* The middle area in the center plaza was slightly smaller.
* The grated walkways outside the secret alleys in the center plaza were extended.
 
<gallery>
<gallery>
PreUU3.png|A team's base.
PreUU3.png|A team's base.
PreUU4.png|The Center Plaza.
PreUU4.png|The center plaza.
PreUU1.PNG|The three platforms near teams' bases.
PreUU1.png|The three platforms near teams' bases.
PreUU2.png|The water tower and smaller raised area.
PreUU2.png|The water tower and smaller raised area.
</gallery>
</gallery>
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=== Release 2015 version (until version 1.3.0) ===
===Version 1.0.0 to 1.3.0===
[[File:Urchinunderpassmap.png|thumb|A map of the old Urchin Underpass.|300px]]
[[File:Urchinunderpassmap.png|thumb|A map of the old Urchin Underpass.|300px]]
In this version, the center of the is almost the same as in the E3 version but each side's base was changed completely from removing grates and high platforms to ramps and high advantage points.
There are two alleys located near the Center Plaza. They are long, narrow, hidden-away strips of turf that are difficult to access which have two Glass panels. This version was not balanced and Nintendo decided to make some changes so it will be easier for both sides to play on it.
[[File:Uusecretarea.png|thumb|One of the "Secret" Alleys.|300px]]
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=== August 2015 updated version (from version 2.0.0) ===
In this version, the center of the stage is almost the same as in the E3 version, but each side's base was changed completely, from removing grates and high platforms to ramps and high advantage points.
[[File:Urchin Underpass August 2015 Changes.jpg|thumb|The image released by [[Squid Research Lab]] announcing changes to Urchin Underpass.]]
 
On {{date|2015-07-27}}, the official ''Splatoon'' Tumblr announced that Urchin Underpass would be undergoing maintenance between August 2nd and 5th. They released an image showing the original map scribbled on, allowing fans to see what about the stage would be changed. Many features were altered, including:
There are two alleys located near the central plaza. They are long, narrow, hidden-away strips of turf that are difficult to access which have two glass panels.
*The trees near each team's base were moved to the center of the [[stage]].
 
*The secret alleys were extended and pushed further away from the central area. They were also widened, and given another access point to the center area.
It is still possible to play the pre-update Urchin Underpass in [[Battle Dojo]].
*The [[grate]]d walkways protruding from the secret alleys were removed.
 
*The ramps leading into the central area were made so that they only took up half of the available space. The other half became flat turf.
[[File:Uusecretarea.png|thumb|left|One of the "secret" alleys.|300px]]
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===Version 2.0.0 onwards===
[[File:Urchin Underpass August 2015 Changes.jpg|thumb|The image released by the [[Squid Research Lab]] announcing changes to Urchin Underpass.]]
 
On {{date|2015-07-27}}, the official ''Splatoon'' Tumblr announced that Urchin Underpass would be undergoing maintenance between 2 and {{date|2015-08-05}}. They released an image showing the original map scribbled on, allowing fans to see what about the stage would be changed. Many features were altered, including:
 
* The trees near each team's base were moved to the center of the [[stage]].
* The secret alleys were extended and pushed further away from the central area. They were also widened and given another access point to the center area.
* The [[grate]]d walkways protruding from the secret alleys were removed.
* The ramps leading into the central area were made so that they only took up half of the available space. The other half became flat turf.


=== Version history ===
===Version history===
{| class="wikitable sitecolor-s"
{| class="wikitable sitecolor-s"
! Version !! Adjustments
! Version !! Adjustments
|-
|-
| '''{{Ver|S|2.0.0}}''' ||  
| '''{{Ver|S|2.0.0}}''' ||
* Overall layout has been adjusted in all modes.
* Overall layout has been adjusted in all modes.
|}
|}


=== Maps ===
===Maps===
<gallery>
<gallery>
Map Urchin Underpass Turf War Overhead.jpg|Turf War
Map Urchin Underpass Turf War Overhead.jpg|Turf War
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</gallery>
</gallery>


=== Gallery ===
===Gallery===
<gallery>
<gallery>
Urchin Underpass Map on GamePad.png|The stage map shows the layout of the old Urchin Underpass.
S Urchin Underpass.jpg|Promotional screenshot.
Two Inklings.jpg|A promo image of two [[Inkling]]s, with Urchin Underpass shown in the background.
Urchin Underpass Map on GamePad.png|The stage map of the layout of the old Urchin Underpass.
Splatoon-E3 2014 Screenshot 007.png|A screenshot of the E3 build of Splatoon, showing the only stage (Urchin Underpass) and the only weapon ([[Splattershot]]) at the time.
Two Inklings.jpg|A promotional screenshot of two [[Inkling]]s at Urchin Underpass.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during [[Splatfest]].
Splatoon-E3 2014 Screenshot 007.png|A screenshot of the E3 build of ''Splatoon'', showing the only stage (Urchin Underpass) and the only weapon ([[Splattershot]]) at the time.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest Miiverse.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during Splatfest, showing [[graffiti]] and the former alleyway.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during a [[Splatfest]].
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest NA Miiverse.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during Splatfest, showing graffiti at the center.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest Miiverse.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing [[graffiti]] and the former alleyway.
Urchin Underpass Sky Night Splatfest NA.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during Splatfest, showing the night sky.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest NA Miiverse.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing graffiti at the center.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest NA Flashlight Miiverse.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during Splatfest, showing some Cat graffiti.
Urchin Underpass Sky Night Splatfest NA.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing the night sky.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest NA Super Jump Skyline.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during [[Splatfest]], from mid-Super Jump.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest NA Flashlight Miiverse.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing some cat graffiti.
Urchin Underpass Night Splatfest NA Super Jump Skyline.jpg|Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, from mid-[[Super Jump]].
Urchin sparrow.png|A [[sparrow]] on a power line above Urchin Underpass.
Urchin sparrow.png|A [[sparrow]] on a power line above Urchin Underpass.
Urchin sparrow butt.png|The sparrow's underside.
Urchin sparrow butt.png|The sparrow's underside.
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Old Urchin Underpass map 1.3.0.jpg|Map of old Urchin Underpass.
Old Urchin Underpass map 1.3.0.jpg|Map of old Urchin Underpass.
MAP UrchinUnderpass.png|Top view of the map.
MAP UrchinUnderpass.png|Top view of the map.
Urchin Underpass 2.0 sketch.png|Sketch of Urchin Underpass in [[Version 2.0.0 (Splatoon)|Version 2.0.0]]
Urchin Underpass 2.0 sketch.png|Sketch of Urchin Underpass in Version {{Ver|S|2.0.0}}.
</gallery>
</gallery>


== Urchin Underpass in ''Mario Kart 8 Deluxe'' ==
===Splatfests===
Urchin Underpass was available in the following [[Splatfest]]s in {{S}}.
 
* [[Rice vs. Bread]]
* [[Cats vs. Dogs (July 2015)]]
* [[Rock vs. Pop (2015)|Rock vs. Pop]]
* [[Airhead vs. Wisecracker (2015)|Airhead vs. Wisecracker]]
* [[Art vs. Science]]
* [[Messy vs. Tidy]]
* [[Naughty vs. Nice]]
* [[Get Fit vs. Get Rich]]
* [[Pokémon Red vs. Pokémon Green]]
* [[Tuna & Mayonnaise vs. Red Salmon]]
* [[SpongeBob vs. Patrick]]
 
==''Mario Kart 8 Deluxe''==
[[File:Urchin Underpass in MK8D.jpg|thumb]]
[[File:Urchin Underpass in MK8D.jpg|thumb]]
There is a battle course in ''[[Mariowiki:Mario Kart 8 Deluxe|Mario Kart 8 Deluxe]]'' of [[Mariowiki:Urchin Underpass|Urchin Underpass]] with much more open areas for karts and purple ink to slow down the karts. In Coin Runners, the coins are replaced by the [[Cash]] from Inkopolis.When getting an item, the reroll sound will play.
[[Mariowiki:Urchin Underpass|Urchin Underpass]] appears as a battle course in ''[[Mario Kart 8 Deluxe]]''. This version of the stage features much more open areas for players to drive in and purple and green [[ink]] splatters on the ground that decrease the traction of vehicles driving in them. Additionally, the grates leading to the side alleys are raised so that they can be driven under. The background is also altered, such as [[graffiti]] of [[Mariowiki:Tanooki Mario|Tanooki Mario]] being added to a wall and one of the background skyscrapers being replaced with [[Inkopolis Tower]]. On this course, the [[Mariowiki:Item Box|Item Box]] roulette sound effect is replaced by the ability reroll sound from ''Splatoon'', and in the Renegade Roundup and Coin Runners modes, [[Mariowiki:Coin|coin]]s are replaced by [[cash]]. A rendition of ''[[Splattack!]]'' is used as the course's main music, and in the final minute of the battle, the music switches to ''[[Now or Never!]]'' (unlike in other courses, where the music simply increases in speed and pitch in the final minute).
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== Quotes ==
==Quotes==
{{Quotes}}
{{Quotes}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
[[File:Urchin L-shaped space.png|thumb|200px|right|The L-shaped space which [[Sub Weapon]]s simply pass right through.]]
[[File:Urchin L-shaped space.png|thumb|200px|right|The L-shaped space which [[sub weapon]]s pass through]]
*An early version of this stage was first revealed at E3 2014 and was the only playable map at the time.
* Urchin Underpass is the only map in {{S}} that was changed almost completely after being released.
*Urchin Underpass is the only map in [[Splatoon]] that has been changed almost completely after being released.
* Near the center area is an inaccessible, L-shaped space, which can be seen by standing on the [[vending machine]] in the corner. The floor and walls are fully textured to match the rest of the [[stage]], but the floor is not solid; [[sub weapon]]s thrown in are never heard landing.
*Near the center area is an inaccessible, L-shaped space, which can be seen by standing on the [[Vending Machine|vending machine]] in the corner. The floor and walls are fully textured to match the rest of the [[stage]], but the floor is not solid; [[Sub Weapon]]s thrown in will never be heard landing.
* The utility poles featured in the teams' bases are decorated with various license plates, many adorned with the [[Splash Mob]] and [[Forge]] logos. It is unknown what purpose these license plates serve.
*The utility poles featured in the teams' bases are decorated with various license plates, many adorned with the [[Splash Mob]] and [[Forge]] logos. It is unknown what purpose these license plates serve.
** Before Version {{Ver|S|2.0.0}}, two utility poles in the center of the stage featured the same license plates, but with [[Shrimp Kicks]] and [[Krak-On]] advertising instead. They were removed in the update.
**Before [[Version 2.0.0 (Splatoon)|Version 2.0.0]], two utility poles in the center of the stage featured the same license plates, but with [[Shrimp Kicks]] and [[Krak-On]] advertising instead. They were removed in the update.
* Its design and Japanese name are based on Jūjō-dōri (十条通, lit. Tenth Road) in Kyoto, near which [[Nintendo]]'s headquarters is located.
*Its design and Japanese name are based on Jūjō-dōri (十条通, lit. Tenth Road) in Kyoto, near which Nintendo's headquarters is located.
* Urchin Underpass and [[Saltspray Rig]] are currently the only stages in {{S}} to not return in a sequel.
* In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, the grates leading to the side alleys are raised.
*The internal codename for this stage in the game files is "Crank".
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== Etymology ==
==Etymology==
Urchin Underpass is derived from the nouns ''Urchin'' and ''Underpass'', Urchin can relate to two things, It can relate to dirty and poor way. Sea urchins are spiny sea creatures that are round and prickly like hedgehogs. Underpass is passway for passangers and cyclists beneath a road or railway, allowing them to reach the other side in safety.
Urchin Underpass is derived from the nouns 'urchin' and 'underpass'. 'Urchin' can relate to both a slang term referring to someone dirty and poor, as well as sea urchins, spiny sea creatures that are round and prickly, like hedgehogs. 'Underpass' is a passageway for passengers and cyclists beneath a road or railway, allowing them to reach the other side in safety.
 
===Names in other languages===
デカライン高架下 Dekarain Kōkashita is derived from ''Deca-line'' and ''Underpass'', a passway beneath a road, bridge or railway.
{{Localized name
=== Names in other languages ===
{{Foreignname
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|color=Splatoon
|Jap=デカライン高架下
|Jap=デカライン高架下
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|Ita=Periferia urbana
|Ita=Periferia urbana
|ItaM=Suburbs
|ItaM=Suburbs
|Dut=Forelviaduct{{tt|Mario Kart 8 Deluxe|*}}
|Dut=Forelviaduct<ref group="notes" name="MK8D">''[[Mario Kart 8 Deluxe]]''</ref>
|DutM=Trout viaduct
|DutM=Trout viaduct
|Rus=Район Дека{{tt|Mario Kart 8 Deluxe|*}}
|Rus=Район Дека<ref group="notes" name="MK8D"></ref>
|RusR=Rayon Deka
|RusR=Rayon Deka
|RusM=Deca District
|RusM=Deca District
|Por=Periferia Urbana{{tt|Mario Kart 8 Deluxe|*}}
|Por=Periferia Urbana<ref group="notes" name="MK8D"></ref>
|PorM=Suburbs
|PorM=Suburbs
|Chi=海星高架下{{tt|Mario Kart 8 Deluxe|*}}
|Chi=海星高架下<ref group="notes" name="MK8D"></ref>
|ChiR=Hǎixīng Gāojiàxià
|ChiR=Hǎixīng Gāojiàxià
|ChiM=Starfish Underpass
|ChiM=Starfish Underpass
|Internal=Crank
}}
}}


== External links ==
==Notes==
* [[strategywiki:Splatoon/Urchin Underpass|Urchin Underpass on StrategyWiki]]
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Urchin Underpass

Urchin Underpass is a multiplayer stage in Splatoon.

Urchin Underpass consists of two large L-shaped areas of land that are joined together by a rectangular piece of land between them. It takes place below a highway.

Layout

Urchin Underpass layout similar to the updated version, but not entirely complete.

The spawn point of Urchin Underpass is fairly complicated despite being a usually neglected area. It is a large, enclosed area with several slopes descending to the lower floor, as well as grates leading away from it. The area around the spawn is a high, wide level with railings surrounding the edges, and the only way up is through the winding ramp situated at the corner in front of the spawn point. The spawn point area is accessible to the enemy team. The spiral ramp also has a walkway that leads to an alternate entrance into the main arena.

Dropping down to the lower floor, the path toward the center of the map splits. One is an elevated path partially protected by railings and hard to reach for the enemy team, while the other is behind a grated wall that squids and ink can easily pass through, but solid objects like bombs cannot. A pillar juts out where the split paths converge and is tall enough that only players from the upper level can jump to. Beyond the pillar is a steep ramp leading to a side area that functions as the team's battlements. There are large patches of uninkable ground as well as two openings that make for popular sniper outposts. The opening closer toward the middle has an inkable wall so that anyone from below can swim up to it.

A large multilayered hill marks the entrance to the center, while a narrow alley runs beside it. At the end of the alley is a small flat square, and beyond that is the front lines where shots are traded, which has a ramp for daring jumps into enemy territory, a wall for cover and two ramps leading down into the gorge between either team's concrete platforms. The platform walls are all inkable, allowing for surprise attacks from within the gorge. Two trees are placed at either end of the gorge for cover. There are no hazards in this stage.

Ranked Battle terrain

The corner of the Splat Zone, showing different terrain.

In Ranked Battles, specifications for the terrain or placement of objects are different between the modes; these changes create new paths or new objects to take cover behind.

Splat Zones

The Splat Zone in Urchin Underpass is located at the very center of the map. It is the smallest singular Splat Zone in Splatoon, so gaining and staying in control requires lots of attention to it. Boxes have been added near both ends of the Splat Zone to protect from enemy fire and a vantage point to attack the Splat Zone.

Tower Control

In Tower Control, the Tower starts in the center plaza. It moves straight back towards the enemy territory and climbs up, then moves to the rider's left, climbs back down, and reaches the goal.

Rainmaker

The Rainmaker in Urchin Underpass is located in the center of the stage, just below the two ramps in the center. The goal is at the end of the small strip of land with four stripes in front of the opposing team's base. Two stacks of blocks have been added to help both teams get to the center of the map faster.

Splatoon

Urchin Underpass

Urchin Underpass

Added in Initial Release (1.0.0)
Total area 2,465p
Features
Hazards

Urchin Underpass underwent a series of changes between its development period and release. It is also used in Octo Valley mission #21, Unwelcome Flying Object, as well as the Battle Dojo in the released version of it.

Early design version

An early version of Splatoon featuring rabbits on an early Urchin Underpass. Note the almost-complete Splattershot.

The earliest designed version of Urchin Underpass has been seen in a screenshot from when the game still used rabbits as the design for the player characters. The center of the stage is very similar to the E3 and release versions of Urchin Underpass.

E3 2014 version

See also: Urchin Underpass/Development

The pre-release version included many differences, such as:

  • A water tank guarded by a fence could be found in the corner of teams' bases.
  • The raised platform opposite the spawn points in the teams' bases was accessed by one smaller ramp, included a wooden plank used to swim up through a grated platform, and did not provide access to the Center Plaza.
  • The lowest area in teams' bases was much larger.
  • When leaving a team's spawn point and heading left, the first ramp encountered was not present. Instead, players could go around the raised portion on either side. This raised portion was split into three differently-sized platforms, and a window was not present in this location.
  • The walls of the secret alleys were concrete, not glass.
  • When entering the center plaza from the main entrance, a small fence acting as a grated barrier was present on players' immediate left.
  • The ramped platforms allowing players to jump to the other side of the center plaza were directly opposite each other.
  • The middle area in the center plaza was slightly smaller.
  • The grated walkways outside the secret alleys in the center plaza were extended.
  • A team's base.

    A team's base.

  • The center plaza.

    The center plaza.

  • The three platforms near teams' bases.

    The three platforms near teams' bases.

  • The water tower and smaller raised area.

    The water tower and smaller raised area.

Version 1.0.0 to 1.3.0

A map of the old Urchin Underpass.

In this version, the center of the stage is almost the same as in the E3 version, but each side's base was changed completely, from removing grates and high platforms to ramps and high advantage points.

There are two alleys located near the central plaza. They are long, narrow, hidden-away strips of turf that are difficult to access which have two glass panels.

It is still possible to play the pre-update Urchin Underpass in Battle Dojo.

One of the "secret" alleys.

Version 2.0.0 onwards

The image released by the Squid Research Lab announcing changes to Urchin Underpass.

On 27 July 2015, the official Splatoon Tumblr announced that Urchin Underpass would be undergoing maintenance between 2 and 5 August 2015. They released an image showing the original map scribbled on, allowing fans to see what about the stage would be changed. Many features were altered, including:

  • The trees near each team's base were moved to the center of the stage.
  • The secret alleys were extended and pushed further away from the central area. They were also widened and given another access point to the center area.
  • The grated walkways protruding from the secret alleys were removed.
  • The ramps leading into the central area were made so that they only took up half of the available space. The other half became flat turf.

Version history

Version Adjustments
2.0.0
  • Overall layout has been adjusted in all modes.

Maps

  • Turf War

    Turf War

  • Splat Zones

    Splat Zones

  • Tower Control

    Tower Control

  • Rainmaker

    Rainmaker

Gallery

  • Promotional screenshot.

    Promotional screenshot.

  • The stage map of the layout of the old Urchin Underpass.

    The stage map of the layout of the old Urchin Underpass.

  • A promotional screenshot of two Inklings at Urchin Underpass.

    A promotional screenshot of two Inklings at Urchin Underpass.

  • A screenshot of the E3 build of Splatoon, showing the only stage (Urchin Underpass) and the only weapon (Splattershot) at the time.

    A screenshot of the E3 build of Splatoon, showing the only stage (Urchin Underpass) and the only weapon (Splattershot) at the time.

  • Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest.

    Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest.

  • Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing graffiti and the former alleyway.

    Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing graffiti and the former alleyway.

  • Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing graffiti at the center.

    Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing graffiti at the center.

  • Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing the night sky.

    Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing the night sky.

  • Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing some cat graffiti.

    Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, showing some cat graffiti.

  • Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, from mid-Super Jump.

    Old Urchin Underpass during a Splatfest, from mid-Super Jump.

  • A sparrow on a power line above Urchin Underpass.

    A sparrow on a power line above Urchin Underpass.

  • The sparrow's underside.

    The sparrow's underside.

  • Concept art of various objects at Urchin Underpass.

    Concept art of various objects at Urchin Underpass.

  • Concept art of different locations. "Highway" is an early sketch of Urchin Underpass, and "Suburb" may be as well.

    Concept art of different locations. "Highway" is an early sketch of Urchin Underpass, and "Suburb" may be as well.

  • Map of old Urchin Underpass.

    Map of old Urchin Underpass.

  • Top view of the map.

    Top view of the map.

  • Sketch of Urchin Underpass in Version 2.0.0.

    Sketch of Urchin Underpass in Version 2.0.0.

Splatfests

Urchin Underpass was available in the following Splatfests in Splatoon.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Urchin Underpass in MK8D.jpg

Urchin Underpass appears as a battle course in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. This version of the stage features much more open areas for players to drive in and purple and green ink splatters on the ground that decrease the traction of vehicles driving in them. Additionally, the grates leading to the side alleys are raised so that they can be driven under. The background is also altered, such as graffiti of Tanooki Mario being added to a wall and one of the background skyscrapers being replaced with Inkopolis Tower. On this course, the Item Box roulette sound effect is replaced by the ability reroll sound from Splatoon, and in the Renegade Roundup and Coin Runners modes, coins are replaced by cash. A rendition of Splattack! is used as the course's main music, and in the final minute of the battle, the music switches to Now or Never! (unlike in other courses, where the music simply increases in speed and pitch in the final minute).

Quotes

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Trivia

The L-shaped space which sub weapons pass through
  • Urchin Underpass is the only map in Splatoon that was changed almost completely after being released.
  • Near the center area is an inaccessible, L-shaped space, which can be seen by standing on the vending machine in the corner. The floor and walls are fully textured to match the rest of the stage, but the floor is not solid; sub weapons thrown in are never heard landing.
  • The utility poles featured in the teams' bases are decorated with various license plates, many adorned with the Splash Mob and Forge logos. It is unknown what purpose these license plates serve.
    • Before Version 2.0.0, two utility poles in the center of the stage featured the same license plates, but with Shrimp Kicks and Krak-On advertising instead. They were removed in the update.
  • Its design and Japanese name are based on Jūjō-dōri (十条通, lit. Tenth Road) in Kyoto, near which Nintendo's headquarters is located.
  • Urchin Underpass and Saltspray Rig are currently the only stages in Splatoon to not return in a sequel.

Etymology

Urchin Underpass is derived from the nouns 'urchin' and 'underpass'. 'Urchin' can relate to both a slang term referring to someone dirty and poor, as well as sea urchins, spiny sea creatures that are round and prickly, like hedgehogs. 'Underpass' is a passageway for passengers and cyclists beneath a road or railway, allowing them to reach the other side in safety.

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese デカライン高架下
Dekarain Kōkashita		 Deca-line Underpass
Netherlands Dutch Forelviaduct[a] Trout viaduct
CanadaFrance French Passage Turbot Turbot Pass
Germany German Dekabahnstation Deca Trainstation
Italy Italian Periferia urbana Suburbs
Russia Russian Район Дека[a]
Rayon Deka		 Deca District
SpainMexico Spanish Parque Viaducto Viaduct park
China Chinese 海星高架下[a]
Hǎixīng Gāojiàxià		 Starfish Underpass
Portugal Portuguese Periferia Urbana[a] Suburbs
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Notes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
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