Stinger Pikmin

Sting Pikmin are a subspecies of Pikmin that excel in dealing lingering damage to foes, alongside hindering their movement.

Sting Pikmin attack enemies by dive-bombing and stinging them. While the sting itself does little damage, the venom they inject with their attack deals a long-lasting damage over time effect, and can even slow enemies.

Unfortunately, Sting Pikmin have a chance of dying whenever they launch an attack, as their stings can become wedged into their target, and cannot be removed without disemboweling the Pikmin, much like a real-world bee.