How Old are the Main Splatoon 2 Characters?
As an avid Splatoon player since the first game launched on Wii U, I get asked the ages of the characters a lot by curious newcomers. So I decided to dig into all the official sources and fan theories to provide a definitive guide. Let‘s dive in!
The Playable Inklings
According to developer interviews, the playable Inkling characters are designed as roughly 14 years old in Splatoon 2. The devs felt this age gave them a sense of rebellion and attitude. Now some may argue they act a bit immature for 14-year-olds, but remember that Inklings age faster than humans – they reach adult size by 15.
Off the Hook‘s Pearl and Marina
Nintendo has given official ages for the iconic pop duo Off the Hook within Splatoon‘s fictional universe:
- Pearl is an Inkling stated to be 21 years old
- Marina is an Octoling stated to be 18 years old
This 3 year age difference is also reflected in their contrasting personalities – Pearl is loud and brash while Marina is more reserved and thoughtful. Their friendship shows how Inklings and Octolings overcame past conflicts.
Agents 3, 4, and 8 – The Main Characters
As a recap – Agent 3 is the player character from the first Splatoon, Agent 4 is the playable Inkling in Splatoon 2‘s single player Hero Mode, and Agent 8 is the new Octoling star of the Octo Expansion DLC.
- Agent 3 is approximately 16 years old currently, assuming they were around 14 in the first game like the standard Inkling.
- Agent 4 has been confirmed as 14 years old through an official developer interview.
- Agent 8 is also stated to be 14 years old based on a translated Famitsu article.
So the key playable characters are pretty much all young teenagers!
| Character | Age | Species |
|---|---|---|
| Agent 3 | 16 | Inkling |
| Agent 4 | 14 | Inkling |
| Agent 8 | 14 | Octoling |
(Age chart for the main playable Splatoon 2 characters)
What About Other Characters?
For important NPCs like the shopkeepers, Captain Cuttlefish, and Splatoon 1‘s Squid Sisters, there unfortunately aren‘t any official ages. But we can make some logical guesses!
Inklings reach physical maturity by 15 years old, while other species like Octolings may develop slightly slower. Any adult-sized humanoid character is likely a fully grown adult. Therefore:
- Characters like Crusty Sean (food truck owner), Murch (super sea snail trader), the Squid Sisters, and even the elderly Cap‘n Cuttlefish himself are probably around 18-25 years old.
- The Octoling Octo Samurai enemies encountered in the single player campaigns could be a bit older due to slower aging. Let‘s estimate 20-30 years old.
Of course, these are just speculative ranges, but they fit with the lore! Let me know if you have any other theories.
Why Are Inklings So Young?
Some fans ask why almost all the recognizable characters are under 18. Well due to Inkopolis‘ recent founding, history is still being shaped – these youth represent a new generation coming into their own. Their energy drives cultural trends through Turf War battles and the music scene.
From a story perspective, it lets players envision themselves as these hip kids diving into the bright future of this colorful world! And the developers doubled down on the youthful energy in the Splatoon 3 reveal.
For us adults, we can enjoy their antics while gaining fresh inspiration to stay young at heart! That‘s the beauty of Splatoon‘s cross-generational appeal. Now if you‘ll excuse me, I need to get back to playing…
Let me know in the comments if you have any other questions about Inkling ages or lore! Stay fresh!
