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Splatoon

Clam basketball
Attention! Clam Blitz, a fierce new Ranked Battle mode, will be added to Splatoon 2 on the evening of December 12th – Wait a sec, that’s tonight! Our dedicated team of researchers have been investigating this latest phenomenon, and managed to grab some fresh new footage.

What’s it all about?

In Clam Blitz, you’ll find clams scattered all over the stage. Collect them, then head to your opponents’ base and fire them into the enemy basket. First team to score 100 points wins!

Sounds kinda easy…

Yeah, maybe. If the enemy basket wasn’t protected by an almighty clam-repelling barrier of doom! Ahem… To break through this mysterious barrier, you’ll first need to create a Power Clam by rounding up 10 standard clams.

So I’ve got a Power Clam. Now what?

Now BOOYAH! Take aim and smash that sucker right through and fire all your clams into the basket. Breaking through the barrier will net you 20 points, while each clam you toss in after that is worth 3 points.

Will that barrier stay down for the whole match?

Not likely! As soon as you break through, it’ll start to repair itself. By chucking clams in, you can extend the timer a little, but once it hits zero, the pesky thing will be back to dam your clams.

Moral of the story? As soon as you break through, toss in as many clams as you can possibly muster. It’s a shellfish siege!

What if the enemy breaks through my team’s barrier?

Fight back with all your might and prepare to counter-attack – once your barrier’s back up, a Power Clam will appear at your basket, so you can go up the other end and give ‘em what for.

Anything else I need to know?

· If you get splatted, you’ll drop all the clams you were carrying

· If a teammate gets splatted, pick their clams up before the enemy does

· You can pass clams to a teammate with the A Button or L Button if you think it’ll help

· If the time runs out before a team reaches 0, the team with the highest score wins

All right, I’m in. When can I start playing?

Going forward, it’ll be in Ranked & League Battle rotation alongside the existing Tower Control, Splat Zones and Rainmaker modes.

And don’t forget, you can record your most glorious Clam Blitz moments by holding the Capture Button, then upload the goods to social media for instant bragging rights.
 
That's not what we expected. This suddenly turned from Splatoon NFL to Splatoon NBA.
 
They explained how the mode worked back when the 2.0 press release went out.
 
Clam Blitz is fucking nuts once you get the hang of it. I love it.
 
I'm just gonna leave this here. Also when my family decorated the apartment and Christmas Tree, we were listening to music from winter levels in Nintendo games. It was nice.
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I turn up the alternative station instead of the usual Christmas tunes.
 
Why don't we get Pearl and Marina splatfest art like Japan.

This thought also leads me to believe we should have Eggnog vs Hot Chocolate. Pearl is eggnog because she's legally able to drink all types
 
tbh if we did have an Eggnog vs Hot Chocolate Splatfest, I'd pick Hot Chocolate in a heartbeat. (it's really good, especially if you with milk and put in mini marshmallows!)
 
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I don't wanna sound rude but why did you respond with a picture of caveman Spongebob? I don't get it.

Did I say something that upset you? If so, I'm sorry.
 
While Pearl has been winning the affection of the Europeans...
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Marina's streak after the Mayo/Ketchup splatfest in Japan has been three in a row!
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Once again, only those of Splatfest knowledge would understand.
 
Ugly Christmas sweaters continue to reign supreme.
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Judd and Li’l Judd are done counting, and Team Sweater has taken the Splatfest win! Looks like sweaters are the best bad holiday gift! Thanks to everyone who participated!
 
Peppermint for your thoughts?
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Ah, there’s something new about today. As new and satisfying as a fresh coat of paint. Let us introduce the brand-new Squeezer!

Based on our recent findings, the Squeezer is a new type of shooter with multiple firing modes. Squeeze once for a single high-power ink shot. Hold down to fire continuously. So basically, an enterprising young Inkling should press repeatedly when fighting opponents and hold down when inking turf. Wonderful! Completing this kit is the Splash Wall to protect your team, and the long-range wonder known as the Sting Ray.
 
Posting this Nintendo Power thing here because we can never have too much Li'l Judd.
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Someone can finally live out their dream of being The Penguin.

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Like any good piece of spy equipment, the Undercover Brella is not what it seems. Our research has revealed that the canopy-launching mechanism has been removed to allow for rapid fire, and this Brella can even be fired when the canopy is open! Very surprising given that it looks like a normal umbrella to the untrained eye.

Adding to this kit is the Ink Mine and the Splashdown special. The Splashdown isn’t particularly spy-like, but it does pack a surprising punch for unsuspecting Inklings. You can try it yourself when it becomes available later this evening.
 
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Is there a Kagura-style Brella? I mean of course, Kagura from GinTama, not Kagura Mutsuki.
 
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and this Brella can even be fired when the canopy is open!
oh god

fighting brellas is frustrating enough even when they can't fire while shielding, the hell do I do once they can?
 
Here's a pic and a new weapon. Or a returning weapon. idk.
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This is nothing Nouveau.
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Happy Nouveau Year! In honor of a brand-new calendar year, reports are in that the Octobrush Nouveau will become available later this evening! This bristling beauty matches the stats of the Octobrush but has a kit that encourages a supportive playstyle.

It comes with Squid Beakons to help expand your teammates’ options, and Tenta Missiles to lay down some covering fire. After all, the best way to start off the new year is with a bang!
 
EXPLOSIONS!?
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Also there's some new Nozzlenose kit I didn't check it out. News site has not updated.
 
Why not both? You're testing my love for both, Off the Hook.
 
Nintendo's calling some people out.
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According to our latest research, the L-3 Nozzlenose D will arrive at Ammo Knights tonight! It has the same stats as the L-3 Nozzlenose, but the manufacture’s logo is emblazoned on it. Rounding out the kit are Burst Bombs and the Inkjet…perfect for spirited (i.e. aggressive) players.
 
Buckle up squids, we're gonna have a night at the museum!
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After months of surveillance, research indicates that the doors to the Shellendorf Institute will open for battles tonight! This new stage seems to hold education in high regard – after all, Inklings have enjoyed its informative exhibits for over 120 years. If you intend to take a field trip to this museum, be sure to check out the glass cases and marvel at the giant ancient fossil suspended from the ceiling!

It's time to d-d-d-d-dualie!
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The Dapple Dualies Nouveau will arrive at Ammo Knights this evening! Although they have the same stats as the Dapple Dualies, they also have, shall we say, an artistic flourish? This kit also comes with the Toxic Mist sub weapon and the Ink Storm special. Sheldon recommends this weapon for players that like to sow chaos and reap the rewards!
 
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Pink Ink said:
Buckle up squids, we're gonna have a night at the museum!

I already mentioned this before someone mentioned it was in an update.
 
Stage is actually in the game now. Not that the game gives it priority over that shifty-looking station!

This Shifty Station is actually kinda good with a less wide-open layout than most of them, except it has the same type of center chokepoint as the Sci-Fi vs Fantasy one.
 
This is proof why Marina experiments with stage designs before the Splatoon makers can imply them in the actual game. I haven't played it in a while because I'm gradually getting back into that system (also Dr. Coyle), but I think it could be a theory. Can't wait for the mountain of updates on my Switch once I get it done. Also, currents Splatfest is over, and one wound up a Happy Gilmore and the other... Died Hard.
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I think Shifty Station is just gimmicky for the sake of it, bringing in elements from Octo Valley/Canyon because it's made by Marina. I don't think it's meant as a testing ground because a lot of these gimmicks just obviously would never work in a serious map. Like invisible terrain really only works when you play a single-player level for the first time and have to figure out where it is, in a multiplayer map played over and over it's pointless because everyone would quickly learn the layout.

It's an event map you only play for one day, so they let it be a little goofier knowing the gimmicks can't overstay their welcome.
 
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