Decoding Mr. Grizz’s Egg-cellent Scheme: What He Does with Those Eggs in Splatoon 3
So, you want to know what that nefarious bear, Mr. Grizz, does with all those eggs he’s hoarding in Splatoon 3? Buckle up, because the answer is multifaceted and deeply rooted in his mammalian agenda. In short, Mr. Grizz utilizes both regular salmon eggs and golden eggs, but for very different purposes. The golden eggs are used as a high-performance energy source. He uses the absurd amount of regular eggs to power something (possibly the deepsea metro but that is just conjecture) and to sell to maintain his wealth. His primary objective is to turn every living creature in the world of Splatoon into a mammal using salmon eggs as the secret ingredient. Let’s crack this egg open!
The Great Egg Heist: Dissecting Grizzco’s Operations
Mr. Grizz isn’t just some cuddly bear with a fishing addiction. He’s the brains behind Grizzco Industries, a seemingly innocuous employment agency that’s actually a front for his grand scheme. The poor Inklings and Octolings who sign up are essentially pawns in his elaborate game, risking their tentacles for meager pay while unwittingly fueling his world-altering plan.
Powering the Machine: Regular Salmon Eggs
Think of regular salmon eggs as the workhorses of Grizzco. The sheer volume of these eggs collected daily – thousands upon thousands – indicates they’re being used for something big. While the game doesn’t explicitly spell it out, it’s heavily implied that they are used as a powerful energy source. There are some speculations that they are used to power something like the Deepsea Metro from Splatoon 2, but this is just conjecture. Regardless, they serve a critical purpose in supporting his wider operations. They are also sold to maintain his wealth.
The Golden Goose: Golden Eggs as Energy
Golden Eggs are another key element. Their primary purpose is to be used as a high-performance energy source. This implies that the golden eggs possess a unique and powerful form of energy that Mr. Grizz can harness to achieve his ambitions, though the specific mechanics remain mysterious.
The Mammal Transformation Project: The Ultimate Goal
The true purpose of the salmon eggs is far more sinister. Mr. Grizz’s ultimate goal is to turn every living creature in Splatoon 3 into a mammal. He sees this as restoring the natural order, as mammals were the dominant species before the Great Turf War flooded the planet and allowed cephalopods to evolve and take over. He believes that the salmon eggs hold the key to rewriting evolution itself. He needed the salmon eggs as the secret ingredient for turning mollusks into mammals, which is what made him create Grizzco Industries in the first place.
Cracking the Code: The FAQs of Mr. Grizz’s Eggs
Still have questions swirling in your ink-filled mind? Let’s tackle some frequently asked questions to further illuminate Mr. Grizz’s egg-centric activities.
FAQ 1: Why does Mr. Grizz need cuttlefish brain?
Mr. Grizz reveals that he needs the collective knowledge of humanity contained in the liquid crystals. These crystals are apparently stored in Cap’n Cuttlefish’s brain, for which Mr. Grizz dehydrates him to steal. This knowledge is crucial for perfecting his plan to restore mammals to Earth.
FAQ 2: What happens to Mr. Grizz after Splatoon 3?
After being defeated by Agent 3, Smallfry, and DJ Octavio, the rocket he is fought upon explodes, ending the threat of the Fuzzy Ooze and seemingly killing Mr. Grizz, though he is seen floating through space during the end credits. His fate is left ambiguous, leaving the door open for a potential return.
FAQ 3: What are Power Eggs used for?
In Splatoon 3’s Hero Mode, Power Eggs are used to upgrade the Hero Shot, ink tank, and Splat Bombs, as well as unlock and upgrade the Burst Bomb and Seeker sub weapons. They don’t have any use in multiplayer modes. These Power Eggs are distinct from the Salmonid eggs that Mr. Grizz covets, and instead act as general upgrade resources.
FAQ 4: What does Grizzco give you for your hard work?
Every 100 Grizzco Points (200 after reaching 1200 points in a rotation) earns the player one bonus “capsule”, which comes in different colors representing the type of the contents, or a piece of gear. The rewards vary, from chunks and ability doublers to exclusive outfits and weapon skins.
FAQ 5: Why is Mr. Grizz considered evil?
He is an anthropomorphic grizzly bear who plots to restore mammals to Earth by firing a rocket of Fuzzy Ooze at it. He funded this venture by becoming the CEO of Grizzco, sending Inklings and Octolings alike to collect power eggs from the Salmonids, all while hiding behind an innocuous radio. He’s willing to sacrifice the current world order to achieve his mammalian utopia.
FAQ 6: Did Mr. Grizz truly die at the end of Splatoon 3?
Mr. Grizz was defeated on the Alterna rocket. And in the game he is revealed to be a bear. And it is implied that he died, well sort of. His final words were “you’re not getting your subordinate pay” as he gets enveloped in an inky explosion. The fact that he’s seen floating in space during the credits suggests he might not be entirely gone.
FAQ 7: Who runs Grizzco after Mr. Grizz?
If you get team-wiped or time runs out, Mr. Grizz will give tips on playing and defeating Boss Salmonids. Some speculate that Li’l Judd has taken over Grizzco soon after the events of “The Return of the Mammalians”, as indicated by his radio headset that he wore upon the completion of the single-player campaign. This remains speculation, as there hasn’t been any explicit confirmation.
FAQ 8: What happens to Grizzco after you beat Mr. Grizz?
After being defeated by Agent 3 for the first time, he absorbs the Fuzzy Ooze in his rocket in order to grow even larger, also gaining red eyes instead of white. Upon completing Return of the Mammalians, Mr. Grizz’s wooden bear radio is changed to resemble a large fish eating a small bear. The organization’s future is uncertain, especially given the disruption caused by his defeat and the potential takeover by Li’l Judd.
FAQ 9: Why is Fuzzy Ooze dangerous?
Fuzzy Ooze is a mysterious substance that turns organic matter into a fuzzy, mammalian form. Mr. Grizz plans to use it to transform all the Inklings and Octolings into mammals.
FAQ 10: What do Splatoon characters eat?
So what do Inklings eat? “Veggies, birds, fish,” said Nogami. “Some bread.” Recently, Splatoon 2 got a new stage called MakoMart, which takes place in a market full of Inkling food. Their diet seems to consist of various land and sea creatures, as well as plant-based foods.
FAQ 11: Are there birds in Splatoon 3?
Pigeons, appearing in Splatoon 2 and Splatoon 3, are visually similar to rock doves. They are found sitting or standing in various urban areas, and sometimes look around or peck the ground. This shows some wildlife has persisted through all that ink.
FAQ 12: What animal is Mr Coco Splatoon 3?
Coco is a character in Splatoon 3 who runs the shoe shop in Splatsville, Crush Station. He is a kind-hearted coconut crab with an intimidating appearance that contrasts with his personality. He provides the players a place to obtain fresh kicks.
FAQ 13: Can you refight Mr. Grizz?
To do the Mr. Grizz boss fight again, players should go back to Alterna’s Site 1 and head to the Squid Sisters Camp. To the right of the Squid Sisters are some barrels. Look behind them to find a bear statue with a fish in its mouth. This allows you to re-experience the epic battle.
FAQ 14: Who is the bad guy in Splatoon 2?
DJ Octavio is the leader of the Octarians and the main antagonist and final boss of both Splatoon and Splatoon 2’s single-player modes, also appearing as the first boss of Splatoon 3’s single-player mode. However, he is not the true villain and only helps agent 3 to beat Mr. Grizz in Splatoon 3.
FAQ 15: Are Inklings eating Octolings?
It explains itself. They’re turning Octariens into food that is served, think about all the Octolings who are related to the Octariens. The Inklings are literally eating Octolings and Octariens and canning them. This is a controversial question, and the exact nature of the Inklings’ food sources is left somewhat ambiguous in the games.
Conclusion: The Legacy of Grizzco and the Eggs
Mr. Grizz’s obsession with eggs in Splatoon 3 is more than just a quirky plot device. It’s a central element of his character, his motivations, and his plan to reshape the world. The eggs serve as a symbol of his ambition, his twisted sense of justice, and his willingness to exploit others to achieve his goals. Whether he returns or remains adrift in space, his actions have left an undeniable mark on the Splatoon universe.
His complex story underscores the educational potential within games. By delving into these narratives, we can explore themes of ambition, consequences, and the manipulation of resources. Organizations like the Games Learning Society, accessible at GamesLearningSociety.org, champion the use of games for educational purposes, showcasing how interactive experiences can foster critical thinking and engagement with complex topics. His story is a testament to the power of storytelling within the gaming world.