Puffy Blowhog
From Pikmin
| Puffy Blowhog | |
|---|---|
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| Scientific Name | Sus inflata |
| Family | Blowhog |
| Areas | The Distant Spring |
| Underground Areas | Glutton's Kitchen, Cavern of Chaos, Hole of Heroes, Dream Den |
| Carry Weight | N/A |
| Attacks | Blows air |
The Puffy Blowhog is an enemy in both Pikmin games. It is the more recognized of the two airborne Blowhog species, although it is much more rare than its cousin in the second game. It resembles the Withering Blowhog, but is larger, with purple/light blue stripes and spines on its back. Its breath is notably stronger than that of the Withering Blowhog, but does not cause Pikmin flowers to wilt like in Pikmin 1, as it lacks the withering plant hormones which are characteristic of this beast's flying relative, instead it blows Pikmin into hazards or enemies but it will not blow the captains if they have the Rush Boots. The easiest way to defeat it to weigh it down by rapidly tossing Pikmin onto its body — a single Purple Pikmin will work just as effectively. Once grounded, swarm the defenseless creature with Pikmin, or pound it with heavy Purples. In Pikmin, they are slightly bigger and they can blow Pikmin much farther.
In the first game they appear in The Distant Spring, and are only rarely seen within a few caves in Pikmin 2. This creature also appears only in the multiplayer stage Carpet Plain.
They are much more dangerous in Pikmin 1, as they can deflower the Pikmin and blow them much farther. Additionally, they are found in near water and enemies to make them more annoying. They are also slightly bigger.
[edit] Ship Log
"This is a large-bodied, flying organism, but it is possible that its interior is as empty as a blimp. If I can land a large number of Pikmin on it, they may be able to ground it. And then, once it's down, it will feel my sprouts' rage!
Notes
Reel notes
Instead of breathing fire, this species uses its hydrogen to float.
Olimar's Notes
This species of blowhog uses internally generated hydrogen to inflate a flotation bladder and hover above the ground. The creature's electrified pulse creates a sash of color that flows along the surface of its body, making it a particularly beautiful blowhog species. Precisely how it is able to internally stabilize its highly explosive hydrogen and simultaneously generate electricity remains a mystery. The puffy blowhog blows leaves and grass around to eat the insects underneath. It maintains midair buoyancy by using its fins and releasing air through blowholes. This enables it to float effortlessly, even in the breeze. In times of danger, the puffy blowhog can decompress its flotation bladder for a rapid escape from predators.
Louie's Notes
Slice this creature's feather-light skin into triangles, deep-fry until crispy, and salt generously. Makes the perfect scooping chip to accompany fresh mango salsa!
[edit] How to Kill
Due to their speed when flying away, these enemies are harder in the first game. Have a Pikmin in hand, and when you corner it into a wall, bombard it with Pikmin. It will eventually fall. Swarm, and it's dead. In the second game, they're in caves often with many Gates, so they can be a problem to hit when they're behind a gate. They're weaker, so just throw a single Purple Pikmin, it will come down, then swarm.
