Illusion

An illusion is an entity or object that is perceived incorrectly by leaders, Pikmin, and even enemies, and can thus assume a variety of forms. Illusions can be tangible or intangible and may disperse upon touching, approaching, or harming them.

=In fanon games=

In Pikmin: Dimensional Breach
Illusions are a gameplay element appearing in Pikmin: Dimensional Breach. They are visually indistinguishable from true versions of whatever they are illusory versions of unless Black Pikmin are present in a leader's squad, when they appear distinctly as flickering mirages. Illusions take the place of various enemies and obstacles, especially in the Wraith Kingdom and certain caves. Illusions act much like whatever they may appear to be but are invincible, emitting a warped hum rather than the thunk sound akin to the one made by striking a Iridescent Flint Beetle. Only Black Pikmin can deal any damage to illusions, this being an instant kill with the illusion vanishing into oblivion. After obtaining the Illusory Annihilator upgrade, the leaders' whistles will also be able to shatter illusions if focused on them.