Splatoon 3 outfit and gear favorites from Polygon staff

Splatoon’s focus is always on fashion. Splatoon 3It isn’t unusual. Whether you’re wearing your gear for style or for stats, everyone’s Inklings and Octolings look different, as there are many options and styles to pick from.

Obviously, we had to rope together Polygon’s Splatoon 3To see their clothes. It was just something I had to do. It’s important! You guys are also encouraged to send photos of your Inklings or Octolings to me in the comments. I enjoy seeing unique outfits. Thanks.)

Julia Lee’s Inkling

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Honestly, it’s so hard to choose between the fuzzy wuzzy widdle bear ears and these goggles, but I ultimately do like the goggles better. The Orca Bolero, which I initially thought was a jacket printed with orca-like prints, was actually a hyper-cropped, hoodie.

My gear is absolutely far from perfect ability-wise, but I’m working on it, don’t worry.

I’m also a Aerospray user to a point where I don’t think I really know how to use other weapons. I’d love to learn how to be a cool Splatana user one day, but… —Julia Lee

Ana Diaz’s Octoling

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These hip, narrow sunglasses are my favorite. I was captivated the first time I put them on. They work with a whole lot of different styles, which is why they’re already a go-to for my virtual look. They look great with a jacket made of techwear, which I initially paired, but I eventually switched to a casual, more relaxed style. I’d like to think that Neo from The Matrix would wear them, and they just look sleek with my Octoling’s hair up.

The focal point of the outfit is this monstrous knit crew-neck that looks like it’s straight out of a thrift store. The more muted pairing of sunglasses and high-tops is a good match for the bulky and colorful top. Another plus is the colorful sweater looks great no matter what color my Octoling’s hair is.

Honestly I’m shocked to say this, because I tend to go for standard guns like the Splattershot Jr., but I’ve been using the new Tri-Stringer weapon. I love it because it feels like a solid support weapon that’s not a full-on sniper. It’s a dream to play in the Tower Control mode, and allows me to exert a surprising amount of pressure from afar. Killer Wail 5.1 is an excellent counter to opposing teams pushing. —Ana Diaz

Kallie Plagge’s Octoling

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So, first of all, I’ve been struggling with headgear, but I ultimately went with this safari-flaps hat because I like Consider Leaving.. Meanwhile, the vintage ski jacket is my pride and joy — I got it via SplatNet on the Nintendo Switch Online app, and it came with the Ninja Squid ability, which hides my Octoling when swimming. In real life, I prefer a large shirt and small shorts. I actually need to reroll the secondary abilities on both the hat the jacket, but I can’t afford it, because I spend all my money on locker decor.

I went with Vans-style slip-ons because I’m an emo kid at heart. I also got incredibly lucky with the secondary abilities on these — they give me increased swim speed andYou have run speed and a quick respawn. Honorable mention to the Cyan Dadfoot Sandals, which match my jacket and vibe but only have two ability slots (and, again, I can’t afford to upgrade them because… Hotlantis).

I’m currently using the Splattershot Pro, which comes with the Crab Tank, because I’m a classical shooter player and I like to brute-force my way through every situation. The only thing I don’t like about this kit is the sub weapon, the Angle Shooter, which marks opponents and does very little damage. I’d prefer literally any kind of grenade! —Kallie Plagge

Pat Gill’s Octoling

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Love traveling to Nintendo’s fantastical worlds to dress exactly like I do IRL. —Patrick Gill