Why are Octarians and Octolings different?
Octarians and Octolings are different because Octarians are a species of ink-based creatures that use their ink as ammunition for their weapons, while Octolings are a subset of Octarians that have gained a humanoid form. The main difference between the two lies in their physical form and abilities, with Octarians being the base species and Octolings being a more advanced and intelligent form of Octarians.
Understanding Octarians and Octolings
Octarian Characteristics
Octarians are the base species of the Octarian family, and they come in two types: those born from severed tentacles, and the humanoid Octolings. They are ink-based creatures that use their ink as ammunition for their weapons, similar to Inklings.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are Octolings and Octarians the same thing? No, they are not the same thing, although they are related, with Octolings being a subset of Octarians that have gained a humanoid form.
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What is the difference between Inklings and Octolings? The main difference between Inklings and Octolings is their physical form, with Inklings having a more squid-like appearance and Octolings having a more octopus-like appearance.
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Why are Octarians fuzzy in Splatoon 3? Fuzzy Octarians are Octarians that have been affected by Fuzzy Ooze and are on the verge of becoming mammals.
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How do Octarians reproduce? According to The Art of Splatoon, Octarians are not able to reproduce on their own and are thus created by cutting off a tentacle from a host.
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How do Octolings get sanitized? Sanitized Octarians have been sterilized of life’s energies with blended ink created by Commander Tartar.
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Why do Octolings wear goggles? The Octoleet Goggles come with a random primary ability that can also appear as secondary abilities, which prevents the wearer from having Comeback, Last-Ditch Effort, Opening Gambit, or Tenacity as they are exclusive to Headgear and cannot appear as secondary abilities.
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Why do Octarians hate Inklings? At one point, the Octarians were a neutral species coexisting with Inklings, but this ended as the result of conflicting interests of territory that led to the beginning of the Great Turf War, in which the Octarians lost.
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Are Shiver and Frye Octolings or Inklings? Shiver is an Octoling, while Frye is an Inkling, and they are part of the band Deep Cut in Splatoon 3.
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Do male Octolings exist? Yes, male Octolings exist, and the male version of Agent 8 is the first appearance of a character which is clearly shown to be a male Octoling in-game.
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Why did the Octarians steal the Zapfish? The Octarians stole the Great Zapfish as an act of revenge for their loss in the Great Turf War.
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Are Octarians brainwashed? In short, yes, Octavio is controlling the Octarian populace, but only through propaganda and typical military control, and not literal sci-fi mind control.
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What happened to Captain Cuttlefish? After the events of Splatoon, Cap’n Cuttlefish disappeared from Octo Valley, and his disappearance led Marie to discover that DJ Octavio was able to escape.
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Is Agent 3 an Octoling? Agent 3 is the first playable character in the series that can be either an Inkling or an Octoling.
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Was Shiver in the Octarian army? No, Shiver is not and never was an Octarian.
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What is the inkling version of Octarians? Octolings are the Octarian equivalent of Inklings, and thus are humanoid cephalopods, that became available as playable characters in Splatoon 2 after beating the Octo Expansion DLC.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Octarians and Octolings are different due to their physical form and abilities, with Octolings being a more advanced and intelligent form of Octarians. The Octarian species is complex and has a rich history, with various characteristics and abilities that set them apart from other species in the Splatoon universe. By understanding the differences between Octarians and Octolings, players can gain a deeper appreciation for the Splatoon series and its unique characters and gameplay mechanics.