Wet Floor
Wet Floor
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| “ | The rock band Wet Floor are the latest sensation in the Inkling world. Their songs are an enticing blend of different genres, and they're especially popular with the kids right now. | ” |
Wet Floor is a five-piece band appearing inSplatoon 2.
Songs
| In-game artist | ||
|---|---|---|
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| Origin | Title | Music by |
 | Inkoming! (Cloud Edit) | Toru Minegishi |
| Opening | ||
| Inkoming! | ||
| Rip Entry | ||
| Undertow | ||
| Don't Slip | ||
| Endolphin Surge | ||
| Now or Never! | ||
| You Got Them! | ||
| Turf Master | ||
| They Got You! | ||
| Ink Another Day | ||
Members
Keaton
| “ | This guy plays synthesizer and is the group's founder. He's out to restore some indie dignity to Inkopolis's music scene that's lately been taken over by giant pop stars. When it comes to songwriting, he lets others take the initiative. He prefers tinkering with sounds to performing, and the studio is a much more comfortable place for him than the stage. | ” |
Keaton is anInkling that plays the synthesizer for the band. According to theHaikaraWalker art book, he founded the band using social networking services. He does not like performing live, but rather spending time in the studio.
Mizo
| “ | Wet Floor also has two members that play guitar and provide vocals. The guy on the left is a fan of vintage rock sounds. You can hear it in the sharp, jangly rhythms of his riffs. The girl on the right is a faithful follower of the church of punk rock, and she carves out riffs with a more hunky, bass-heavy sound. These two don't always see eye-to-eye, but when they're in the groove, their two distinct sounds meld into a medley of magical music. | ” |
Mizo is the maleInkling on guitar and vocals, and he is a fan of vintage rock sounds, as well as jazz and soul music. He considers himself a rival to theSquid Squad, particularly Ichiya, though he fails to escape their influence. He is responsible for the band's composition alongside Ryley. He is shrewd, cynical, and often makes cutting remarks, and his personal creed is to either exceed or betray the expectations of others.
Ryley
Ryley is the female Inkling on guitar and vocals, and she plays with a hunky, bass-heavy sound. She is inspired by punk rock, particularly theSquid Squad, and shares a role composing the band's music with Mizo, often disagreeing with him, though they often complement each others' styles once they come together.
Neil
| “ | These two bring a fast-paced technical beat to the group's sound that's every bit as crucial as the members who play up front. The guy on bass has a trademark string-slapping style, while the drummer uses her multiple limbs to keep a driving, super-stable backbeat. The friendly rivalry these two share makes the band sizzle with thrilling rhythm. | ” |
Neil is the band's bassist, and he is a cutthroat eel. He is a self-paced, "big brother" personality for the rest of the band, and builds a thrilling rhythm with Candi. He has a trademark string-slapping style and usually can play his part after listening to it only once, or from a quick look at the score. He is the only member of the band who works well in the mornings.
Candi
Candi is the band's drummer and a candy crab. She is youthful and technical, and while she appears spontaneous and right-brained, she often worries about her performance when listening to recordings, though she never shows it. She enjoys watching Mizo and Ryley bicker while having fun as she sits behind them.
Inkoming! EP
- Main article:Inkoming! (Tower Records)
On12 July 2017, an EP containing three songs and a version ofInkoming! performed by Wet Floor Shibuya was released in Japan.
Artists
Hiroaki Takeuchi (vocals)
Sachiko Watabe (vocals)
Akitoshi Kuroda (guitar)
Kei Yamazaki (drums)
IKUO (bass)
Quotes
| “ | An up-and-coming five-piece band that was actually formed via social media! With two members on guitar and vocals—plus a highly technical rhythm section—the band produces a nicely textured sound that combines influences from jazz, funk, EDM, and more. | ” |
—Splatoon Base[5] | ||
| “ | While the band is known for its meticulous studio work, it also has a reputation for putting on a scorching live show. Fans sometimes imagine that Squid Squad has passed the torch to Wet Floor and that they're the new hottest live act around. | ” |
—Splatoon Base | ||
Gallery
Album art fromSplatoon 2.
Early album art
Early album art
Sunken Scroll 15 fromSplatoon 2.
Wet Floor billboard
Wet Floor's page inThe Art of Splatoon 2.
Wet Floor - Inkoming! EP album cover
Wet Floor Band Tee sold by KOG.
Inkling wearing the Wet Floor Band Tee.
Translated Wet Floor page fromHaikaraWalker.
Wet Floor logo from theSplatoon Base website.
Promotional artwork featuring Wet Floor's album.
Trivia
- Their name and album art was revealed in the14 January 2017Nintendo Switch live stream.
- There is a piece of gear themed after the band, being theWet Floor Band Tee.
- All of the band's members share a black pin on their clothing.
- The official lyrics forInkoming!, found inSplatune 2's Wet Floor interview, reference theSquid Squad songInk or Sink with "Spla spla la onyaro, Ink o sink fazaro".
Etymology
- Wet Floor
"Wet Floor" likely refers to wet floor signs. Additionally, the large white symbol at the center of their album art is slightly reminiscent of falling stick figures typically featured on said signs.
- Keaton
"Keaton" might be derived from "key," as his Japanese name, "KAGI," is read the same as "鍵" ("key," read as "かぎ,"kagi).
- Candi
"Candi" is likely derived from "candy," as in candy crab, her species.
- Neil
"Neil" rhymes with "eel," his species.
Names in other languages
- Keaton
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 Japanese | KAGI | From カギイカ (kagiika), the Japanese name for the "hooked squid." |
- Ryley
| Language | Name | Meaning |
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| Japanese | RYAN | From 梁 (hari), the Japanese name for the "golden cuttlefish."[6] |
- Mizo
| Language | Name | Meaning |
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| Japanese | MIZOLE | From 霙 (mizore), meaning "shaved ice" or "sleet," referring to Mizo's appearance. |
- Candi
| Language | Name | Meaning |
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| Japanese | KAZAMI | From ガザミ (gazami), the Japanese name for the "Asian blue crab."[7] |
- Neil
| Language | Name | Meaning |
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| Japanese | TSUMABUSHI | From 櫃まぶし (hitsumabushi), a Japanese dish consisting of grilled eel served on rice. |
References
- ↑
Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor - ↑ Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Synth
- ↑ Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Vocals & Guitar
- ↑ Live from Squid Research Lab: Wet Floor Rhythm
- ↑
Splatoon Base page on Wet Floor - ↑The Lore of the Splatoon Bands (Part 4/4)
- ↑The Lore of the Splatoon Bands (Part 2/4)
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