Olimar

Olimar is a fictional character and the primary protagonist of the Pikmin video game series. He is an extraterrestrial from the planet Hocotate, where he works as a cargo pilot for the Hocotate Freight company. Olimar is characterized by his small stature, red helmet, and generally cautious but determined demeanor.

His adventures begin when his spaceship, the Dolphin, is struck by a meteor shower, scattering its vital parts across an uncharted planet. This planet, teeming with plant-like creatures called Pikmin, becomes the setting for Olimar's struggle to survive and recover his ship's components. The Pikmin, which come in various colors and possess unique abilities, are instrumental in his survival and quest. Olimar must command these Pikmin to overcome environmental hazards, defeat aggressive indigenous fauna, and gather the scattered ship parts before his life support runs out.

Throughout the series, Olimar's experiences often highlight themes of resource management, problem-solving, and the unexpected bonds that can form between different species. Despite his initial focus on recovering his ship and fulfilling his work obligations, Olimar develops a deep respect and affection for the Pikmin, often showing concern for their well-being. His narrative often involves navigating complex ecological systems and dealing with the consequences of his actions on the alien worlds he visits.