What Percent of Splatoon 3 Players are Octolings?
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- Опубликовано: 13 май 2024
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I've always enjoyed videos that are just someone talking about a rather specific aspect of their interests for a bit (example channels that come to mind include pannenkoek2012, kkclue, PatMac, etc.). I've always wanted to try making a vid like that, so I'm glad I can check it off my bucket list!
That being said, I can't wait to get back to making shorter stuff now that this is finally done ^^; I started collecting data for this vid back in December, which means it took 8-9 months to complete (though actual video production didn't start until the end of February). I remember having so many thoughts about the process during those months, but now that it's time to actually log them here I find myself w/ not much to say, haha
Ironically, I missed a lot of Splatoon 3's sizzle season b/c I was busy working on this. If you'll excuse me I'm gonna go read the patch notes lol
EDIT: NVM I HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY NOW I usually write these descriptions before starting the upload process to YT. However, b/c this is my longest vid to date I guess it also marks my first time having to battle w/ the compression YT applies to video files to make them quicker & easier to serve to viewers. I had no prior knowledge of this, so my first .mp4 file unfortunately included a lot of things that the compressor apparently hates.
For example the original backdrop, which can be seen in a community post, was made of many overlapping but similar dark hues, which is something the compressor struggles w/. As a result it turned the backdrop into a blurry mess (main video elements like characters & graphics were still perfectly crisp, though). After numerous failed attempts at optimizing, re-exporting, & re-uploading, I eventually caved & redrew the backdrop to the simpler 'frame' design you see here. At least if it gets blurred, that mess won't be too close to the main material.
Additionally, I think the 'wiggling' effect on the animated characters' lineart & some text was also contributing to the issue. While I like the look it gives, it probably adds a lot of unnecessary information to the video file, since frames have to be updated even when things are technically standing still.
So yeah, next time I ask myself why I don't see many videos that make these stylistic choices, I guess now I know the answer ^^;
I wish I could remember if my previous vids had worse quality before being made public. If this vid's blurriness goes away when it debuts, I guess I'll be happy about it, but probably also a bit miffed since that means I could've used the original file :/
Uwargh I don't wanna end this description on such a downer note. Um, recently I saw someone in a Pokemon raid w/ an Azumarill nicknamed Hopscotch & I thought that was cute ^^
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0:00 Intro
1:01 Determine the Sample Size
2:12 Formula
3:31 Players & Matches
4:21 Gather the Data
5:35 Turf War
6:43 Anarchy Battles
8:19 Salmon Run
9:37 Overall Results
10:19 Conclusion
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the joy of making an OC for every single weapon you main so you feel fresh when you change gear
THIS IS SO REAL
REAL LIFE
SAME like my oc can be goofy and energetic with a slosher but closed off and cold with a charger it just adds something cool to my gameplay and many others!
I remember doing that way, WAY back in 2016/17, in Splatoon 1. The fact people are still doing that today is a wonderful thing to know.
FR FR
I loved playing as an octoling in splatoon 2 because of the winning animations being different from inklings
this, and it felt kind of deserved bc you earned it. you didnt just BUY the access, you battled your way to the end and (for me at least) it took a long time and alot of effort.
@@itsthejavavoidFor real! I still go back to octo expansion quite a lot. I hope side order will be as good
@@hoxiipoxii56 octo expansion is honestly my favorite story mode part of all the games.
Cool
@@itsthejavavoid Me too! It made me so much better (especially at aiming lol)
"I did this because I like [...] a normal amount" is a great sentence
As an actual researcher, I just wanted to say you did a wonderful job on this! It makes me very happy to see someone use more accurate research methods to describe patterns in video games!
A few things - I would have preferred a longer explanation on the possibility of bias in your samples based on game modes and rank. You did discuss this a bit, and while I agree the effects (if any) would likely be small, I think explaining this for a lay audience in detail is important. Additionally, while I do not know much about Splatoon's match making methods, I would have liked to see you go in a bit more detail on this. I personally do not think it is completely random, and thus, it would need to be accounted for. Or, at least mentioned in a bit more detail.
Finally, as a qualitative researcher, I was happy that you did a bit of content analysis at the end with the youtube comments! This is a good inclusion. However, I would have liked to hear a bit more on your specific methods of analyzing these comments, as qual research does have specific methods for content analysis (despite what some people think).
But overall, this was a lovely video, and you made my day! :) I hope you have a good day yourself!
Wow, thanks so much for the kind words and advice! I only took one semester on this topic so I'm definitely not attuned to its finer points; I can see how your suggestions would improve the information being presented & viewers' understanding of it. Have yourself a lovely day as well!
"few things" ya kidding me bro
@@bluestacks6679 it was in fact a few things. not necessarily a small amount of words depending on what you consider a small amount of words, but it was only a few things, possibly even just two depending on how you look at it.
The lore behind Octolings really drew me to them ever since the octo expansion days. The way they're a lot quieter and speak English like it's their second language always fascinated me. The subtle details in Splatoon 3 really cement my love for them, like when they jump during shop transitions instead of stumbling like an Inkling really show they're more experienced and focused on a day to day probably due to their history with making it to the surface. Unlike an Inkling who have grown to be more comfortable with their surroundings so they drop their guard more often. This is made more apparent when looking at their weapon animations in Sheldons shop. While an Inkling examines the look of the weapon, possibly examining how "fresh" it looks, an Octoling is seen testing the handling, weight, and scope of the weapon as it's something they prioritized when it was a matter of life and death in the underground.
This comment was quite a fun read and it revealed some details i as an inkling wouldn't have ever noticed, so thanks for sharing this lol
To me, it looks more like the inklings were the one testing the weapons, examining the scope, the range and whatnot while the octolings, were having a little bit of fun with it, a total reversal of Splat2
So you're telling me that Octolings are hardened war veterans.
omg this is so cool to learn !
Wanted to pop in just to say we have the same name and I read the statement entirely! And yeah it would make sense why octolings seem more graceful. It's because they're paying attention, unlike carefree inklings who lose turf wars from oversleeping.
I feel like most of the reason why I play as octoling is just because I thought they were rlly cool in Splatoon 1. Just wish they had more hairstyles considering inklings have double the amount octolings do lol
ikr here's hoping future updates will add more octoling hairstyles 🤞
I just hope there’s long hairstyles for Octolings like really long for example the og inkling girl hairstyle long
@@Slushii24i think it's absolutely criminal that hairstyle still isn't an option
unrelated but omg silver pfp spotted ‼
I mean none of the male hairstyles really tickled my fancy in 3, I was going to play as an Inkling but after seeing what was available I went back to Octolings because there was one style that I... didn't, not care for?
As someone who just graduated as a sociology major, it’s honestly really cool seeing ethnography and statistical field research being used for something that I love.
Great job! All the effort and extra lengths you went through to ensure reliable data didn’t go unnoticed.
Thanks so much, & congrats on graduating!
Agent 8's story of fighting to the surface and the general lore is the main reason I'm so connected to Octolings
even if they are the minority now, I still prefer being an Inkling
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As a Splatoon 1 player, Inklings have a soft spot in my heart, so I've always stuck with them! I also just prefer them in their swim form to octo swim form, though I think the feminine octolings have the absolute cutest of all the voices!
Yes, as a Splatoon 1 player, Inklings are just really nostalgic and endearing to me (especially since I was really young at the time). I also think that the more triangular? swim form of the Inklings is really sick whilst the round one of the Octolings isn’t as flattering…
Yeah even though I play as an Octoling I think the Inkling swim form looks better too, the shape is so iconic!
Funnily enough one of the reasons I love octo is cuz I LOVEEEE their swim form.
i really like octolings, but none of the octo hair looks like the type of hair i want. i have long hair in real life but there aren't really any long octo hairstyles
Same. And yes, all us inklings loooove clam blitz
I chose an octoling for Splatoon 3 because it creates a 1:1 ratio of playable inklings and octolings across the games. Agent 3 is always an inkling, Agent 4 is always an inkling, and Agent 8 is always an octoling. So when given the option to make New Agent 3 an inkling or octoling, I naturally went with the octoling to keep it even.
Not you teaching me stats more than my actual college professor did
Lore was actually a big reason why I play Octolings! I've been playing since Splat 1 and I was always fascinated by them, I picked up Octo in 2 and the idea of having to really fight to be accepted in a literal and metaphorical sense really sticks with me as a person with disability. Overall, being *my* Agent 8 is the most I could have ever asked for.
I completely agree with this as a minority (Latino) with a chronic genetic blood disorder (SickleCell Anemia) that makes me physically frail and in pain all the time...
It's a fight everyday and it's awesome to have that be represented in my favorite game 🥰
I hope you are doing well! You are more then your disability and you are loved! 🤍❤️🩹
My old friend was weirdly lowkey racist and so they would never have played an octoling, i found that interesting.
Agreed, octoling lore immediately gives your character conflict or challenge. Considering we make OCs with trauma, being an Octoling kinda scratches that same itch.
How did you leave octarian society? How was it adapting to inkling society, naturally or was it some huge change? Or best of all… we all fell in love with our little agent 8. Their fight was our fight!
I hope you continue to enjoy the game and that life treats you well!
this exactly. i struggle with adhd and being "normal" with everyone else and i love how myself and others with disabilities can resemble ourselves in them
@@bok9596 people having racism for fictional characters, we have truly reached peak humanity
besides generally preferring how much more inhuman they look, I also prefer the squid form over the octopus form. I find it cuter, and I love how when you super jump as an inkling, you look kind of like an arrow with your pointy head-
I love the octo swim form, with the roundness and the tentacle mustache, but the clarity of direction from the Squid shape is just so helpful for newer players
This is me too 😂😂I love the squid form compared to the octopus form
@@yemiliciousdon't let me catch you in a match.
I like the Inkling voice and feel comfortable being one. I've played Splatoon since the first game, and even though I like how octolings look I've never wanted to switch.
11:22 This, this part right here is one of the sole reasons i stuck with inklings in splatoon 3. Not having octo expansion in 2 made me feel like i was missing out, both in AND outside the side-story, but at the same time it built some strange sense of pride in me that made me happy with not swapping over when given the option. Even if octolings have much deeper lore and background than inklings, and i even find them cooler in a lot of ways.
Also, remember when they quite literally *put both species at WAR with eachother in that splatfest? For FUN even?*
Race war!
I’m just a dumb kid and I didn’t even realize when I was playing Splatoon two but there are people where an OCTO expansion crap I don’t know what octo expansion was. I didn’t know anything about Splatoon lore, but I like playing as an OCTO
I’m so glad to actually hear people switching isn’t out of the ordinary! At first i mainly played fem inklings, but after a repeat play through of octo expansion I decided to go for the male option on a whim and ended up falling in love with the little goober. But I didn’t want to just give up my old history with my first character, so I decided for the best of both worlds and made them roommates! I switch between both pretty regularly and have gear/outfits that I use for each to spice things up. glad to know I’m not the only one :))
Yea I feel like I’m playing as a different character whenever I switch my character up. I think my main would be an inkling but I love them all equally
Funnily enough, 4 and 8 are canonical roommates, so it's cool to see similar headcanons applied to splatoon 3 :D
Me to I have my inkling and octoling be roommates I am going to start add girl octoling and inkling today ❤
I like to switch between my inkling sona and my agent 8. Love both equally, and makes it easy to swap for fest synergy!
Same
i've always wanted to see artists do more video essays type videos, so its really cool to see how cute all of the drawings and graphics for this video was!
They are so adorable!
I've been an Inkling for the longest time simply because I still remember so badly how I wanted to play as the main boy from Splatoon 1. He shared my characteristics; pale skin and blue eyes. His gear was socially strange from where I was from; the idea of high tops and a layered longsleeve was practically unheard of. Yet it looked so cool. Over time I would modify my look and gear to be more in tune with myself and freedom rather than that initial desire, but to this day I remain feature wise and species wise the same since the first hour as I've always felt a true sense of comfort and "me" in that.
When I play a game like splatoon I just want to be a projection of myself, i dont want to be an oc or otherwise. And in the weirdest way of things, choosing inkling as my species along with the other traits is how I embrace that feeling. I feel lucky for that.
As for the survey, I whole heartedly expected (and kind of knew) Octolings to be the majority as I am extremely often the only one or one of few Inklings in all modes and teams. This was the case since octo expansion; I feel there is a sense of desire to be more like the Octolings in the splatoon community. That something about them is more special to them even if everyone else is playing as them. Although to me, all of them are special. All of them matter. All of them are cute and deserve love.
But, ironically, I feel I see what makes people desire to stand out as an Octoling due to origin appears to me to be something that we all actually have in common. That we are not so different in our struggles, or how we are all minor reflections of our homes. Which leads me to believe that many souls may just identify with the written Octoling upbringing more, and it is just literal in that fact. But, these are all our characters, and it is in our hearts how they were raised.
I remember being so, so excited for octo expansion even though I knew I would never switch over. The idea of people being allowed to choose a new species, with new icons and voices and more just made me so excited. I can't explain why but that freedom of co-existence just tickled my fancy so much. I thought it was the coolest thing ever. It reminded me of when you could play as Elites and Spartans in halo multiplayer. I had no plans to switch over. But introduction of Octolings brought me so much joy.
This survey was really freaking cool. Thank you for taking the time to answer a very interesting question I believe we all have had at the back of our minds. The graphics were super cute, the video was perfectly paced and engaging, and funny, and the neutral viewpoint (focused solely on results) with minor analysis actually made me cry a little because in these trying times we need a little more positivity, inclusivity, security and ingenuity.
Halo player and MASSIVE Elite fan here, I'd been making those parallels between getting to play as the Arbiter/Agent 8 in campaigns and Elites/Octolings in multiplayer from the get-go.
Nice to see someone else making that comparison (though Elite players are still a tragically small minority, especially since most of the newer titles don't have them as playable anymore, so I'm pleased Octolings got a happier situation here.).
Absolutely prefer inklings specifically for how non-human they look, the mask around their eyes is definitely what struck me the most and the pointy ears really tap into my love for elves and other supernatural creatures! And tbfh as of now it feels more original to play an inkling (no shade to octo players but the data is there now pfft)
Bro's speaking straight facts 🤝
Octoling seemed cuter to me because they were shy and I love how their swim form is so round and huggable. I think inklings are cute too, just not as cute.
Don't forget thé voice lines too !
Yeah, Inklings are bolder and give more an "extroverted" vibe. Octolings are more subtle, and the lore holds them in a place that makes them become more relatable in general.
me, just playing inkling bc why not :
Octolings for some reason seem more cute in splatoon 2 than splatoon three idk if it's bc they arent so shy anymore or it's just bc the game has changed their apperence.
@@spoon4169 i feel like the eyebrows change it (eyebrows like this "^" make for more shy personality and eyebrows like this "v" probs make them seem more extroverted and aggressive) and the overall clothing style + vibe of the game
I think the reason I'm more attracted to playing Octoling over inklings is that I have a friendly, semi-friendly personality. I see inklings as energetic and more extroverted while octolings as more introverted and shy to others. Style-wised, their hair design I really enjoyed.
I see Inklings as food and Octolings as predators.
@@BlazingK9-uv6wx In real life, they're both predators. It's just that octopuses are stealth/ambush predators that live in dens alone, while squids swim free in the open ocean in schools using speed and agility to hunt.
@@sillykola50 and that's why I'm a Octoling. I like to ambush people.
@@BlazingK9-uv6wx Ah, I see what you were going for now. Stay fresh, fellow octo.
@@sillykola50 I will, thanks.
Grizco really out here doing the bear minimum
As an inkling who unironically loves Clam Blitz, I can confirm this is where we’re all hiding out
Oh man, where do I begin?
The editing, the drawings, the humor were all OUTSTANDING! I was hooked even for the math part, and I don't even like math at all.
As for the question of whether I play as an Inkling or Octoling, I'm more on the Inkling side as I grew up playing Splatoon 1, but I do switch to Octolings at times. I do view them as like ocs and I've even developed lore and stuff for them and so has my brother, so there we go. I think my brother might be more neutral to both species
aaa thanks so much, I'm so glad to hear it! It's always interesting to hear from folks who've been around since the 1st game; I joined Splatoon 1 at like the very last minute, maybe 2 months before Splatoon 2's release so I wonder if that affects my preference at all :o
@ScribbleSpecters I joined splatoon 2 at the last minute haha, and that's when I began randomly adding lore to my ocs
And you're welcome! I love your animations and videos so much! Keep yp the good work :D
I think the fact that people generally find octolings are cuter than inklings, is due to their designs being "rounder" that those of inklings.
With their pointy ears and straight tentacles, inklings have a lot of triangles in their designs and are therefore perceived as more dynamic, sharper, more energetic (maybe explaining their chaotic temper ?).
In opposition, octoling have rounder ears, wavier tentacles, and therefore have more curves, (they are mainly composed of circles) thus why they have this "friend shaped" vibe going on, that probably makes them more compelling to people.
Bonus : We even find this pattern in real life : the suckers of octopuses are smooth, while squids' suckers got little teeth or hooks in them, to help them grip better. Maybe that's the real reason as to why inklings won the war ?
Also! This shape language applies to their fingers and eye shape!
Inklings' finger tips are shaped like boxes, while Octolings have rounder tips (at least in the official art). The former also has more narrowed eyes than the latter, doubled down by the face mask making their eyes seem smaller. Octoling eyes are bigger and more rounded than an Inkling's by default (for player characters), and a lack of black over their nose also adds to the illusion of more of an eye size difference. (Well, it isn't an illusion per se, but it does reinforce the idea to the viewer.)
There's also the fact that for Octolings, the mass of their tentacles is mainly towards their scalp and gets thinner as it moves down, emulating how human hair works. An Inkling's tentacle mass is usually at the end of their hair, and that's the opposite of how human hair works, so they feel less human adjacent.
Lol I always just thought that the inklings were cute and octolings were cool. But now that I think about it that makes sense
@@crafted_myth2392 Octoling hair is also animated more gracefully almost as if they were moving on their own, probably referencing the fact that octopus have brain cells in all their tentacles so they sorta have a 'mind of their own'
I just play as an Octoling because I'm used to it now
I don't think either of them are more rounder than the other. Octolings have rounder ears, but pointer tentacle ends. Inklings have pointer ears, but rounder tentacles etc...
Lore is a HUGE reason why I play as an octoling! My character is an OC of sorts, slightly based on my personality. Being an ex-soldier working for the Octarians is a big part of why she is the way she is.
this is corny
@@pluuvio6100 You got nothing better to do than post cringe on 6 month old comments? That's sad.
@@artisticpsychologist3679 based response
btw guys, for the octoexpansion... you do NOT have to beat the expansion for playable octolings, minute its downloaded you basically unlock it right away 0:20
Super interesting! im sure everyone who likes splatoon a normal amount will thoroughly enjoy this
I play as an Octoling because I prefer the IRL octopus to the squid, and because the single-tentacle hairstyle (bottom row 2nd column at 11:35) is so awkward that I can't help but love it.
Hey! It's Blue Kirby! I haven't noticed you on a while. Nice to see you're still around
I was waiting for someone to say this!! Octopuses are just more popular “favorite creatures” irl than squids in my experience. People like their intelligence and other abilities!
ive just always thought it looks like a cool mohawk type thing
Your art is FIRE, mate! Love the artstyle!
Amazing video by the way, very well made!
This video reminded me alot of the days as a kid where I would play as an Elite in halo 3 multiplayer, they also had alot less customization like octolings, but being able to play as your former enemies just felt cool as hell.
I personally play an inkling in 3 because I like the hair styles
Two things. One, this kind of mathematical application of things I enjoy is just wonderful to me. Two, it’s oh so very rare to find channels that are this entertaining. Keep up the good work.
Y'know, I hadn't even considered switching between the two before, but that sounds like a real cool way to have fun with OCs! Originally my "Splatsona" was an Octoling because I'd just watched Octo Expansion and loved it, but later I decided to make them a Nautilus instead, like Gnarly Eddy. Maybe next time I swap weapons or try a new look, I'll come up with a cool Inkling OC to match! I can't deny the Inkling hairstyles are really fun, and I like their voices too.
i knew players could switch using an amibo but i have no clue if theres a way to do it without one
@@enderwolf1496you can!! I switch around a lot too
@@enderwolf1496 Yep, just go into the Options tab, to Other, and then hit Player Settings. It'll let you go through character customization again whenever you want!
@@baconsandwich1887 omg really!
@@enderwolf1496 It was even easier in 2 where they'd save your inkling and octoling characters separately and you could switch between them easily (probably so you could access story mode (squid exclusive) and octo expansion (octo exclusive) at will). It's definitely more tedious in 3 where you need to go into options and go through the interactive cutscene if you want to change species (probably because the player character in 3 is supposed to be one character instead of 2's inkling & octoling duo).
And if you didn't know yet, changing pants, hair, and eyebrows within the same species can be done from the equip screen in the "other" tab. Why they don't let you edit species, gender, and eye color from there is a mystery to me - hopefully they'll add it in an update some day for the people who like to swap between. Until then I believe you can quick swap species with amiibo.
i honestly was surprised of how many inklings there were, i assumed that the number of people using octolings would have been even larger than the presented results, im happy to see that both are generally being represented close to the same amount, i played through all the games and i have stuck to the default inkling girl style every time, the style really gives me nostalgia, and i like to think that im using the same being through every game, like watching a character in a movie series progress through their story in each movie, dont get me wrong, i enjoyed playing the octo expansion and loved playing as an octoling, i have just grown really attached to the inkling, genuinely enjoyed this video, keep up the amazing work!
Thanks so much, & that's so cool that you've essentially been playing the same character from the start! Other Inkling players have commented expressing a similar sense of attachment, so I totally get it ^^
I’m an octopus player and always have been since dlc dropped. It’s for lore reasons, as a person of color a large part of octoling lore deeply resonated with my experiences growing up in an underprivileged area, even as I was watching the announcement trailer for the dlc, I was homeless. I was always daydreaming, drawing, or looking to the sky beyond where I was, and agent 8 was the same
I kinda ended up seeing my octoling and inkling characters as two separate characters while playing Splatoon 2, which naturally lead me to defaulting to octoling in splat 3. I still play my inkling character from time to time, but after spending so much time helping the octoling fight her way to the surface, I'm far too attached to not use her 99% of the time.
Same!
Exactly my reason, thanks for letting me explain why I use octolings without having to explain why I use octolings!
The thing is I haven't played Octo Expansion and use Octolings. Maybe it's because I made an animation based off the dlc and made me attached to them more lol
This is a crazy underrated and high quality video with the drawings, animations, and editing! Nice work bro !!!
i’m one of the past inklings that switched over just cause i wanted to check it out, but i love octos and inklings equally
it’s so cute that people will switch back and forth between octo/inkling like little ocs :) absolutely going to start doing this
also i’m so happy to now have this information, even if it’s entirely useless to most situations, it makes my heart happy :3
Back in 2018 I got the Octo Expansion exclusively to play as an octoling, thankfully an amazing DLC came along with that decision.
i love playing as both inkling and octoling, inklings are just so iconic and i think they have a better overall design and are more recognizable. octolings are cuter and have cuter voices. i also liked how you gave a nod to players that regularly swap between both species, like if they have ocs, because i have two main ocs which are inkling and octoligns lmao
I'm gonna be completely honest here, but I was NOT expecting actual data. I clicked on this video expecting like, idk, an animation skit like you usually do. The fact that you not only did the actual work to find a real answer, but also animated most of it while ALSO telling a story? HUGE respect to you! This video was so incredible on so many levels, I'm extremely impressed and, oddly enough, VERY proud. I've followed your content for a while now, so I guess watching you and your videos grow in terms of skill is what's giving me that sense of proudness. Idk how to explain it but regardless, you are awesome! Keep up the amazing work! ✌️😁👍
The art style in ScribbleSpecters' videos:
"We're awesome"-🐙🤝🦑-"Agreed"
Wow, thanks for sticking around so long! This was def more of a "bucket list" type of vid for me, so if I ever make something like this again, it probably won't be for quite some time tbh ^^; But I'm happy to hear that my vids seem to have a sense of improvement-over-time to them, tysm!
@ScribbleSpecters No problem! I think the first video of yours that I saw was the Steven Universe one with Peridot calling Jasper a clod? (God it's been so long I could be very wrong) But yeah that's when I got into your videos! Your art style is amazing I'm honestly so jealous... But all jokes aside, you are definitely one of my favorite animators to watch! 😁
Now that's some good squid science!
13:00 I actually am super glad that you included this segment. I have 4 human oc’s and they know each other and coexist. I mainly used Inkling boy bc it had my fave hair style. When Splat3 came out, I started to switch with the seasons. Octoling boy for Drizzle and girl for Chill and then Inkling girl for Fresh and boy for Sizzle. In my head, they’re a team of four with their own favourite fashion, brands, play styles, and everything. I even decorated my locker to include all of their main weapons 🦑💙🐙
I have 5 OC's personally! 2 of them are Octolings and 3 of them are Inklings (Well 2 are 100% Inklings and 1 of is like an inktoling fusion but since the game doesn't have that he's an inkling as well). And if someone is into source filmmaker posters and animation making like I am then I know for sure they have an army of their own oc's to play from both species
And just like in your case all of them coexist with each other and are close friends. I think the very cool thing about splatoon is how much you can add up to it yourself if you want to. And in splat 2 and 3 they can even (sorta) even be together and interract with each other within the game through photo mode
I used octolings because I was proud of finishing the octo expansion campaign thing, and then felt attached to the octoling I was using, which is why I still use them
I’m a nostalgic old man. Splatoon 1 was Inklings only, and still seeing the classic double man bun brings me back.
My reasoning for playing Octoling in Splatoon 3 is actually so that Agents 3 and 4 are inklings, and Agents 8 and New 3 are Octolings. Balance! Two of each!
I am usually an Octoling, but I absolutely ADORE Inklings! I switch sometimes, but I love the lore that Octolings have, and their hairstyles are more accurate to the hair I have irl. It’s nice to see the stats put up about the ratio from Inklings to Octolings, it’s been on my mind every since I got the game. I also love your art!
OMG, I've always wanted this type of video. I'm a longtime Splatoon veteran and a huge stats nerd so this vid was a delight. Plus, the editing, art and humour were all top notch. Even the more statistical and mathsy stuff were presented and explained really well. Excited for more from the channel.
Yes! Finally I've found a video of someone who not only was curious about this like me, but insane/dedicated enough to actually survey people in the game to get a pretty dang accurate sample!
I love this video, you did an excellent job not only doing this research, but also creating art to illustrate points you brought up
The dedication for this is unreal😭
I ended up with octoling because I can do both voices. Somehow, as a naturally deeper voiced guy I found it REALLY weird that I can Veemo AND Oomi. Apparently my vocal chords are stronk.
Are we sure that you aren’t an octoling irl?
Casas miroki VANEEKO squee-waemi! Kopii naeko ngyes. Uki zamaka... Tsa-qwaa!
The main reason I play as an octoling is actually the eye pattern. The cat eye appearance of the octoling's eyes help give it a slightly more feminine look compared to the inkling's mask, and helps me look more on the feminine side regardless of what gear I have on. Also I prefer the more soft-spoken sound of the octoling's voice compared to the very high energy sound of the inkling's
omg was looking for this comment! I exclusively picked the octoling because I so adore the eyeliner and little bottom lash spike around the eyes xD now if we had more hair options that would just be the dream!
Yes, this comment makes up about 50% of my reasoning. The other 50% is because octolings weren't playable until as such and I wanted to get my fill of it.
I do occasionally bounce between the two but octolings have become my default.
Same, their cateyes are adorable
the vibe and lore is actually the reason why i mainly play as an inkling (tho i do occasionally switch to an octoling and would probably do it more if i was better with backline weapons because that's what my octo would use) i just love that they're chaotic goofy idiots and their entire design really sells that too. somehow playing as an inkling really does help me have a bit more fun and not take it as seriously since i'm just here to goof around in a silly little game and not to become a hardcore pro gamer or anything. also i have adhd and relate immensely to them, i too would lose even a literal war because of oversleeping.
i just play as an octoling because of the one ponytail hairstyle, it's so cute and i never want to change it (and i switched when it became free because i joined splatoon 2 so late and didn't feel like buying octo expansion when splat 3 had already been announced)
I absolutely love data analysing, graphs, sampling and seeing you do something like this for my all time favourite series was a treat to watch. I really hope you enjoyed making this video 👍
Every season since the Inkopolis dlc I switch between my Agent 4 inkling I played as in Splatoon 2 and my octoling new Agent 3 from return of the mammalians! I think it’s cute to have them as separate characters doing their own things like they do in lore. If side order lets us play in the Splatoon 2 lobby I’ll probably add Agent 8 (or whoever the protagonist is) into my rotation too.
I did not know that most people choose octolings! I am an octoling player and my friends and all the servers i play on are inklings. So it makes me really happy to know how many octolings are out there and really enjoy them!
your character and editing is all done so well and very pleasing to watch, and the research and commitment you put into this was really impressive. i loved it :OO
Goodness I absolutely loved this video! You did such a good job making it!!
As for my choice whether I play as an Inkling or Octoling, a good majority of my reasoning actually comes from the irl species of Squids and Octopi. I’ve always thought that octopi are much cuter, and that’s why I play as an Octoling, cuz they cute! I also prefer the voice lines of the Octolings opposed to Inklings.
As someone who is a Splatoon 1 Veteran, I’ve always had an interest in Octolings, so it’s pretty dang neat being able to play as them!
Wow thanks so much for the compliment & sharing your thoughts! It's cool you were interested in Octolings from the very start; I personally didn't realize I wanted to play as one until the DLC came out ^^
Squid always seems more like a food item to me. I don’t eat octupus but if I’m in the mood I might pick up some dried squid. I’m not gonna play as a snack. Also remember the octo vs squid splatfest? It was a bit odd if you ask me but that’s when I started liking the octos.
I’m also one of those people who love octolings because of the lore behind them, tho the reason I play as one so much is simply because I see myself in them. I tend to play as them because I find it more comforting, not to disrespect inklings or anything. I mean I look more like an octoling, I sound more like an octoling, hell I probably act more like one depending on the day. XD
So yeah, it’s just a matter of comfort for me, but sometimes if I’m in the mood I’ll play as an inkling for funsies.
I just thought the hair was nice. I used the original 2 styles even in the 3rd game since I’m hesitant to make changes. The splatoon 2 nostalgia factor is too much so it’ll probably be the same if I come back to splatoon 3. Already been 4 years of my life worth splatoon 2. Long time.
this was so fun to watch, and I love your art style!
great vid. I could tell a lot of effort went into it. Loved the conclusion especially diving into the reasoniongs players give for their choices in-game
This type of video was honestly such a delight! Thank you for putting in the time and energy, I personally thoroughly enjoyed it
8:54 That Steel Eel is having a tough time moving 💀
What is bro doing
As a S1 veteran i find it kinda hard to switch to an octoling, especially considering ive been playing the games for so long. Ive had a lot of the same gear for the past three games (the continuity you mentioned) but ive also tried new stuff that i feel really fits with my style. I like octolings in the S2 & S3 dlcs, but thats mostly the extent of it for me. This was a very neat video, hope more like it are soon to follow!
Extremely well edited and thorough!! Very beautiful video, your efforts don't go unnoticed! ❤🎉
After finishing Octo Expansion the same month it came out, I played as an Octoling for the remainder of the game’s life span, so I spent more time as an octo than a squid. Then in Splatoon 3 I decided to play as an Inkling again . Was interesting that inklings are now the minority! I barely notice how many people I’m playing with are inkling or octoling, but honestly I think that just goes to show how well octolings have fit into the setting’s society!
Before I give my irrelevant POV of the situation, I just want to say that your editing, drawings, and occasional humor made this a very enjoyable video to watch. Genuinely laughed out loud when that Clam Blitz Inkling busted through the wall. Overall the video was so clean and well put together that I was surprised to see that you weren't at least in the 100k range for subscribers! You make some great stuff man!
I had an "I FREAKIN' KNEW IT" moment as soon as all those results came in. I'm a long-time player, been playing since Splatoon 1 and rarely ever even used the Octoling despite owning the expansion in Splatoon 2. Hell, haven't used it once in 3 so far either. The reason? Very similar to what you explained in the video, a form of pretty much patriotic pride and comfort gained by being an Inkling all these years. I always had a feeling that there were more Octolings than Inklings in Splatoon 3 but, even though the results aren't 100% accurate, you gave me the nice solid confirmation I've been looking for. It's pretty weird and actually sorta interesting seeing the franchise's face get outnumbered by the other. Makes you wonder what exactly started that shift and how long it took to get to that current majority.
Haha, I resonate with what you said a lot! Actually, everything you said; not just about which character to choose, but also praising this video creator on the methodology, attention to detail and presentation.
I love Splatoon 1. I don't like Splatoon 1; I _love_ Splatoon 1 and feel compelled to fly its flag whenever I can. My Splatoon 3 character is an Inkling, but also specifically with an appearance that could be made in Splatoon 1's options (hairstyle, eye color, skin complexion), other than her skirt; I just fancy that skirt. I first played Splatoon 3 in the Zelda Splatfest; my first game on the Nintendo Switch, so I had the chance to snag the DLC by then and equipped the Squid Sisters Banner. When I got the Reppin' Inkopolis Emote, I set my victory animation to that and when I got the elements to make the "Calamari Inkantation" Title, I set my Title to that. I feel compelled to keep things this way, despite actually thinking Octolings have cuter faces (particularly their eyes and ears) and prettier hairstyles and wanting to use other Emotes, such as MVPleased and Victory Twist. I'm thinking I'll only try out others once I've collecting my most desired Title and Emote.
My Splatoon 3 Locker is also kind of a personal tribute to Splatoon 1, with almost all of the pieces of Gear there due to them being some of my best Gear in Splatoon 1. I do have one pair of boots from Splatoon 3, though due to them being too pretty to exclude and working hard to get ny desired Main Ability on it. My Locker has about thirteen of my around seventeen weapons that I main'ed in Splatoon 1.
I am actually going the route of an original character, though. My Splatoon 3 character is from the Splatlands, but has heard of the original Agent 3 and idolizes her and her legend of having taken down an army by herself. As such, my Splantlandian is a bit of a fan of the Squidbeak Splatoon and fills her locker with photographs, stickers and other memorabilia of them/the Squid Sisters. Her looking similar to the original Agent 3 also factors into the characterization.
I've been in plenty of Splatoon 3 matches in which I'm only one of two Inklings among an Octoling queue. I remember one funny instance of feeling indignant when the Octoling to my Inkling's left and the Octoling to that Octoling's left fist bumped, with my three-gold Medal-earning self standing right next to them on the same stance elevation. I joking muttered to myself, "It's 'cause I'm an Inkling, isn't it? Racist..." (I'm pretty confident that in reality, gold Medals aren't equal in one tier and mine must not have been appraised as highly as theirs. I'm confident that there have been times when I'd have earned more than three gold Medals in one match, but of course, it only showed three, leaving out at least one that I should have gotten, based on looking at my end-of-match stats.)
There's someone else in this Comments section that also wondered if Splatoon 1 veterans might lean more towards Inklings due to the history and hypothesized that higher Ranks could have more Inklings. However, both that person and myself, who also thought of this independently, dismissed that as unlikely. I know it's only anecdotal evidence and a very small sample size, but the few competitive Splatoon players I'm familiar with mostly choose Octolings at least as often, if not more than Inklings.
I have returned to report that my first and, so far, only "100x Battle" win was with a team of randos who were all Inklings. We got the title "Squid Society". Ironically, we were fighting for Team Shiver (not just on the Splatfest team that is being represented by Shiver, but specifically that first year anniversary of Splatoon 3 Splatfest).
@@Wei_Radula_Regiment Lmao thanks for the update man. I legit cannot remember my last match with a team of only Inklings but I swear, the more Inklings, the higher the chance of winning is. Just as ironically though, my only 100x battle win was with a team entirely comprised of Octolings besides me. It is what it is...
Wow good job! You've basically got the outline for a scientific manuscript here. Lovely to see someone being so thorough and clear in their research methods on RUclips.
Also: I'm an octoling most of the time. Sometimes I switch to inkling temporarily just because I like the hairstyles. Sometimes I switch genders for the different animations and voice lines. When I saw that in 3 you could be an octoling from the start, I finally found the motivation to get through octo expansion so I could feel like I had earned it. I really like the way their faces look, and their lore is cool too!
This is actually a really nice basic explanation of how surveys work, also your art syle is reallly cute
I actually do find myself picking octos for a number of the reasons you mentioned: they are the underdog, I think their outward facing suckers and eye liner to be more fun and convenient to draw, the curly hair octo styles fit my irl hair most, and lore wise I like the octos. I rarely if every switch my character to an inkling, because I think the options for customization, though wider, fit me less so.
Oh also, thanks for teaching me more in this video about statics than an entire year in high school ever did.
this videos quality blew my mind you REALLY deserve more attention! top tier youtuber down to the editing, hand drawn animations and math is always a W to see. i felt obligated to comment just to boost this among the algorithm
aaa tysm, I appreciate it a ton!
Nice video. Good editing and good pace. ☺️
A part of me is not surprised by the numbers lol.
Thank you very much, I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 😄
Super high production value video! Loved it, keep up the good work!
I normally switch between the species frequently due to OC tag-ins (which got a nice feature at the end), although I lean on Octoling slightly since I got attached to them over the course of Octo Expansion, but the amount of effort you put into this video was insane! Thank you for making this!
I was wondering what you were working on so intently over the last few months. I'm super impressed by the hard work put into this.
For me personally, I got really attached to my octoling after octo expansion's inner 3 fight. I was young, dripless, and bad at the game when I played splatoon 1. I modeled my octo expansion 3 after what I looked like in splatoon one, and beating that splatoon 1 version of myself was like moving on: and I could finally be good at the game! So now in splatoon 3 I am an octoling playing dynamo roller quite well.
Oh I love that you had like a character arc playing through all the games! I can kind of relate; I played a ton of Splatoon 2, but I feel like Splatoon 3's the first time I've actually, like, turned my brain on in regards to gameplay/skill lol
Okay but i love the way you drew the inkling
this was super fascinating!! as a huge splatoon fan and psych student who took a statistics class not too long ago, i found it awesome to see two of these topics meshed together; it’s both educational and fun! i could sense a lot of work was put into this & you did a really great job!!
I always liked the octolings and always wanted to be them especially after octo expansion but one thing I always liked was the eyes for the octolings and ears. It just made me want to play them since it gives of more of a timid vibe which I like.
I personally played as an octoling as soon as it was available in 2, and sheets flip flopped between them in 3, going for an octo for the longest time but recently changed to an inkling, i have ocs for both i just felt like the inkling had a more similar hairstyle to my current one. Really interesting video and something and i never really thought about!!
This was super informative, and it's honestly really impressive seeing all the work you put into this research. Splatoon 2 was my first Splatoon game, ex boyfriend introduced me to it, and when Octo Expansion came out, I was excited to learn more about the Octolings. I love all the little lore bits. I do wish Octolings had more style options, but I can't see going back. I will forever be Agent 8!
I've been playing Splatoon since the first game and I've always been fascinated with octolings. I remember watching videos of people that hacked the enemy octolings into 1. One of the reasons I got OE was because I wanted to play as an octo. They're cuter and much more interesting to me. I hope one day they'll add the enemy octoling hair as an option.
I personally used to pick octoling from when Octo Expansion dropped very late Splat 2, where I switched between the two regularly and then a bit after early Splat 3 I switched to inkling because it makes me feel more like “I’m myself even though I’m from the species people would think to be the default.”
What a fascinating video idea! Never thought about how many people pick octolings vs inklings, AND you made statistics fun
As someone who never played splat 1 or 2, i still wanted to become an octoling because it was new lol
Enjoyed the fact that the math was properly represented and the fact that the sample bias was acknowledged. It's making me wonder if there's a chance that Inklings might be hiding in higher ranks because they're more likely to be veterans from the first game that decided to stick with their first character. Most probably not. Personally Inkling and it got cemented by the Octo Expansion, because of how cool Agent 3 was, and it was amusing to basically have a cameo appearance of yourself if you've played Splatoon 1.
The amount of data you needed for this is crazy, your dedication for science is insane! Great job!!!
This is literally my first time seeing you and I already love ur art style ❤
You deserve more subs, you sacrificed your time to do all the Math! I honestly wanted to know as well how many Inkling and Octoling players there are in the game. I'm an Inkling because I love the hair options and their mask eyes, but I DO see why people love Octolings more because of their lore, I love Octoling lore and Agent 8 is probably my favorite agent because of his/her story. I love your art style btw! 🐙🦑
Oh thats pretty cool!! This seemed really interesting entirely. There was definitely some unexpected things like "switching-between" regularly. Love the video!
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This video was very informative and sweet too, I really loved the end message too and for that you earned yourself a sub. Well done ❤
Man this made taking my stats class so much more cool and fun. That's really fascinating what we can use with stats to find answers to silly questions like this!
Interesting results, but now comes the real question; Do players use male or female Inklings/Octolings?
As someone who's played spoon 3 since launch and only 20 minutes of spoon 2 on a friend's switch, I can actually say the most possible answer from my own undocumented observations. It's the feminine inkling/octoling. Whenever I hear a "booyah" it's usually a feminine voice, and whenever I match with people in battles, there are definitely more feminine squids and octos. My theory is that this is due to the masculine inkling and octoling voices sounding kinda weird and unnatural.. especially the masculine octoling. (Sucks for me cuz I'm FTM and I want my octo to match my identity)
I remember taking a statistics course back at the beginning of college. Being able to understand the terminology in the mathematical portion of the video made my little nerd in me really happy ❤️ I’m so glad the RUclips algorithm threw this video at me, keep up the amazing work!
Is this who I think it is?
I LOVE YOUR ART STYLE SO MUCH THIS WAS SUCH A GOOD VIDEO!!!!
I absolutely love this kind of content !! It's so fulfilling because it feels educational at the same time as being entertaining content for a game I enjoy :) I switch between species occasionally but mostly play octo, splat 2 dlc was the height of my obsession with the franchise after I got 2 (for nostalgia value bc I loved splat 1) to play at home while I was recovering from a bike accident. I worked so so hard to beat girl power station and ia3 and I fell in love with agent 8, so being an octo felt like a fun reward (and I loved the lore and meme cake poems)
Thanks so much!! And yeah Octo Expansion is still one of my fav things to come out of Splatoon; I'm glad it had more challenges & lore to match its moodier, more contemplative aesthetic. I actually have one of the mem cake poems written on a sticky note on my desk for inspiration lol
Hey, amazing video!
Might as well give my insight on why I chose an inkling.
First of all, I only discovered or well, known more than just vaguely the name about Splatoon in late 2022, which got me to buy the game around Christmas which also happened around the time Nintendo began because I got some money and well - I was faced with a choice, Inkling or Octoling.
and I thought inklings were cooler so I just chose them - the end
but to be fair, the cornrows hairstyle presented right at the beginning did draw me in more than the octoling hairstyle sooooooo yeah lol there isn't some massive backstory to the rest of this