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Violet Candypop Buds are purple Candypop Buds found in Pikmin 2, Pikmin 4, and the Mission Mode of Pikmin 3. When non-Purple Pikmin are thrown in, they will change into Purple Pikmin; this is the main method of obtaining Purple Pikmin in Pikmin 2 making them necessary for the completion of said game. This is not needed as much in Pikmin 4 due to the existence of a Purple Onion, although it is a necessary mechanic in earlier parts of the game. They are first introduced in Emergence Cave alongside the Purple Pikmin they produce.

In Pikmin 2, three Violet Candypop Buds are available in the Subterranean Complex, two are available in Frontier Cavern, one is available in Hole of Beasts, three are available in Bulblax Kingdom, one is available in Snagret Hole, one is available in Glutton's Kitchen, one is available in Shower Room, one is available in Cavern of Chaos, and two are available in Submerged Castle, where they are necessary to create Purple Pikmin in order to beat the Waterwraith. Some Violet Candypop Buds are only available if the player has less than 20 Purple Pikmin total: two in Emergence Cave, one additional in Frontier Cavern, two additional in Hole of Beasts, one in Citadel of Spiders, one additional in Glutton's Kitcehn, and one additional in Shower Room. Lastly, three Violet Candypop Buds are present in Novice Training in Challenge Mode.

In Pikmin 3, Violet Candypop Buds are limited to only Mission Mode, being present in just Thirsty Desert, and Bingo Battle, with four in Blooming Terrace.

In Pikmin 4, two Violet Candypop Buds are found in Plunder Palace, on the final sublevel.

Notes[]

To unlock the Piklopedia notes for a Candypop Bud, at least one Pikmin must be converted into a sprout from the corresponding type.

Olimar's Notes[]

"Research from our most recent expedition has confirmed the presence of candypop buds in subterranean regions. Considering the micro-ecologies this plant has been found in, one could surmise that it could be found in any cavern, regardless of geographic region. Tossing Pikmin into this flower results in the release of purple Pikmin seeds, regardless of the color of the Pikmin tossed in. This variety of candypop contains robustly odoriferous oils. If candypop flowers could be cultivated, there is no doubt that the plants would offer multifaceted benefits to the cosmetic, medical, and tourist industries."

Louie's Notes[]

"This convenient purple flower secretes a dark, flavorful oil that eliminates the need for salad dressing!"

Nintendo Player's Guide[]

"The most used Candypop Bud turns Pikmin weaklings into powerful Purples. Don't pass up an opportunity to add to your Purple population."

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