The Splatocalypse is looming on the horizon, and while we’ve got no way of knowing how this battle of Chaos vs. Order will affect Splatoon’s world we do know a little more about where its cast’s loyalties lie — and why. Previously, we had the Squid Sisters share their preferences, but since then some familiar faces from behind the counters of Inkopolis Square have chimed in as well.
While players can’t choose this faction, we have Sheldon speaking up for a Neutral stance. Rather than bother with the ideological dilemmas, he just wants the ink to keep flying so he can keep crafting weapons. Murch and Spyke, on the other hand, are resting on opposite sides of that line. Murch is taking Order a little literally, but it fits with how he always has his eye on the prize. His mentor, Spyke, is instead aligned with Chaos, with his actions and motivations concealed as he watches everything unfold.
Murch: #TeamOrder
"This new gear I got'll blow your fins off, for reals!" One glance into Murch's eye will tell you where his loyalties lie. This street urchin has laser focus & never rests. Though he follows in the footsteps of an agent of chaos, he's ready to take your Order. pic.twitter.com/2Zx3YWyFsj— Nintendo Versus (@NintendoVS) July 2, 2019
Spyke: #TeamChaos
“Oi, mate. You really fink this festival’s gunna decide the fate of the world, then?” You’ve seen him in the café, fingers dancing across his laptop. Could those same fingers be pulling the strings of society? Make no mistake, Spyke is an agent of Chaos. pic.twitter.com/IAcgAJeZJh— Nintendo Versus (@NintendoVS) July 2, 2019
Mr. Grizz as even tuned in his take, lining up with Neutral, too. That said, it’s more out of indifference and a differing perspective. To him, everything goes back to the sea. Annie (and presumably Moe) are representing Chaos, albeit in her typically timid way. The ever-changing online order-scape suits her, unlike the more structured storefronts of Bisk and Crusty Sean. These two footwear fiends are all about Order, even if they’ve got tunnel vision on the subject of shoes.
Annie: #TeamChaos
"Umm… Gear abilities are cool and stuff…I guess."
Items stocked in her online shop provide a flair of eccentricity not available in standard gear. Squidkids everywhere are constantly refreshing their phones for a chance to snag her latest release. pic.twitter.com/wZbNAJ2agE— Nintendo Versus (@NintendoVS) July 4, 2019
Crusty Sean & Bisk: #TeamOrder
Their shared love for footwear make it natural that they'd end up on the same side. When these neighbors get caught up in shoe talk, it can last until sunup. Is THAT why the lines for Sean's food truck are so long?! pic.twitter.com/Qv6amhEqYI— Nintendo Versus (@NintendoVS) July 5, 2019
Surprising no one, the free-wheeling Flow and her partner Craymond are riding the waves of the universe and representing Chaos. That energy attunement suits them, rather than the finely stitched perfection of Jelfonzo. He believes in the fundamentals and form of fashion, and thus has sided with Order to adhere to his passion for the craft. Alongside them, a surprising voice has risen up in support of Chaos. Trampling everything in their path, the Salmonids are a frenzy all their own and so their choice should come as no surprise.
Flow & Craymond: #TeamChaos
"Oh, friends, what's a world without wild parties? Join me, won't you?" Flow and Craymond set up shop looking to connect with the energies of the universe. They now hope to open a new world's third eye to the exciting possibilities of chaos. pic.twitter.com/7TXWO2efjd
— Nintendo Versus (@NintendoVS) July 6, 2019
Jelfonzo: #TeamOrder
"Forsooth, but fashion flourishes or fails on its fundamentals." Though a proponent of the idea that fashion is a form of freedom, Jelfonzo is also firm that context is king. One look in his watery eyes confirms his constant commitment to couture. pic.twitter.com/a8rKqxPm0Z
— Nintendo Versus (@NintendoVS) July 7, 2019
Salmonids: #TeamChaos
Their single-minded drive to get back to their spawning grounds COULD be seen as orderly…if you squint. But who are we kidding? The frenzied, indiscriminate way they stampede over everyone and everything in the way of that goal is chaos to a T. pic.twitter.com/DgG2NzDb9d
— Nintendo Versus (@NintendoVS) July 8, 2019
We’re still waiting to hear from a few more characters, but otherwise the stage is set for the Final Fest to begin on July 18th.
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Written by Ricky Berg
When he isn’t writing for Nintendo Wire, Ricky’s anticipating the next Kirby, Fire Emblem, or if the stars ever align, Mother 3 to be released. Till then he’ll have the warm comfort of Super Smash Bros. to keep him going.
