
Nintendo has released the first full chapter in their Splatoon 2 themed publication, Squid Sisters Stories. We previously reported a sense of conflict in the prologue, but now it appears a different drift occurred in the relationship.
The first full chapter in the story continues:
The final Splatfest rocketed the Squid Sisters to new heights of popularity. Callie and Marie went from mere Inkopolis idols to the biggest stars in Inkling society, seemingly overnight. Their days became filled – from dawn to dusk – with the duties of this newfound fame.
Callie and Marie still lived in the first apartment they rented upon moving to Inkopolis. It had all happened naturally when they'd first arrived: being roommates made adjusting to city life easier, and besides, the two had been inseparable since they were young. But even after their finances had stabilized and they'd gotten used to the bustle of Inkopolis, they never gave a thought to living apart.
They were always together, both at work and at play. After releasing their first solo recordings, though, their work began to take them down separate paths more frequently. Callie, true to her outgoing nature, began to make guest appearances on variety shows. Filming would often continue late into the night, and many days she didn't return home at all.
Marie received critical praise for her recording of "Tide Goes Out" and became a frequent guest on music shows, in addition to performing live concerts on her own. Up to this point, whether heading out for the day or coming home at night, the two had always been together. Now, though, their different schedules meant they didn't see each other as often, even on their days off.
They spent more and more time apart with each passing day...
It's nice to see that there isn't any bad blood between Callie in Marie, but it does look like they're starting to go their own separate ways. Both of the squid sisters are showing even more individual personalities in this ongoing story; it may be that both Callie and Marie each perform unique roles in Splatoon 2, whereas in Splatoon, they performed a combined role.
We'll continue to cover the ongoing Squid Sisters Stories, so be sure to check back often for new updates.
[source splatoon.nintendo.com]
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Who knew a game like Splatoon would have such an interesting story.
I missed out on the first game, but I'm glad I plan on getting the sequel.
Never wanted the first one, but now that it's on Switch I gotta get it
Oh, Callie and Marie. What is going on with two of you ?
Dude. I love this story already.
Splatoon lore is so dark ! WHy ?!
Though it pains me to see them parting ways, I'm glad they're not fighting like the first part made it sound.
These stories remind me of what nintendolife would be like if it was TMZ lol
@Kokusho That's Nintendo for you-- their childish, cartoony games generally have more serious implications/backstories and their darker, more serious games aren't afraid of having a sense of humor.
@Tsurii You greatly underestimate fanfiction.
@Tsurii I understood it the first time.
You underestimate how poor fanfiction can get.
@Tsurii #8 How so? Seems like a pretty standard story.
Well sounds better than hearing the screams of crushed oktolings^^
No, you can't break them up! Well my amiibo will stay together forever!
Well, at least they're giving us reason to play the single player this time around right?
SO, Splatoon is becoming a soap opera...erm...why am I fine with that?
Setting the groundwork for the single player story? A new Splatfest concept? The rise of a rival chart-topping duo? Hmmm... Can't wait to find out!
You better not hurt Callie, Nintendo... Or mess with my blaster(s) + splat bomb combo...!
Eh, I guess that's a pretty standard 'growing apart' story Nintendo could go two ways with: Either the more matured route of just accepting the fact that the two have grown apart while still acknowledging the friendship they still share; or the cliche route of both giving up their fame to live together and be the Squid Sisters. Knowing Nintendo, my bets are with the second option.
Anyway, I wonder how this new band will factor into this storyline.
ALL YOUR FAULT!!! This is just a cover up.
I'm just thinking if they do split up who would host Splatfest and announce the stages, would there even be one or something different. More questions just keep popping up.
@YouSeemFRAZZLED Your comment is the first time I've heard of it.
"bad blood between Callie in Marie"
That sounds weird.
I'm still pissed that I never attended the final splatfest thanks to Japan's stupid time zones.
Hmph.
I'm sensing a trend here. They set up the last chapter making you think that they split up because the splatfest created inferiority issues between them, but now we know that is not the case. Now it's setting up to look like their careers just drifted apart as they each took solo gigs, but I bet next chapter we'll find that it's much more complicated than that.
@Deadlyblack Splatoon's world is post-apocalyptic. Squids have emerged and humans are fossiled with their Wii Us. One cat has somehow survived hundreds of years.
@Deadlyblack @ACK Don't forget that the squids are lazy and basically lucked out in their battle against Octarians and won... And now we get to play as them collecting shrimp eggs, shrimp who are not too happy about it.
The inkling are actually kinda jerks xD
@ZurapiiYohane Ah, but think of the holographic talk shows
If this game pulls a Halo 2 I'll buy it.
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