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Etecoons

Etecoons character artwork
Friendly native creatures · Brinstar

The Etecoons are peaceful inhabitants encountered in an optional part of Brinstar. Their behaviour demonstrates a movement technique rather than providing spoken instructions.

  • Story: Observing them can teach the player something Samus can already do. Their presence rewards experimentation and attention to animation.
  • In the game: Practise the wall jump they demonstrate in a safe space. Do not assume every difficult vertical route requires finding another item before it can be attempted.

Story spoilers.

Super Metroid · Super Nintendo · 1994 · Original SNES game; randomizers and ROM hacks are outside this guide. · Picture: Character artwork / in-game sprite.

From the game

Etecoon
Etecoon
Etecoon Energy Tank Room in Super Metroid
Their room in Brinstar

Pictures from the Super Metroid (SNES) game data. Rooms show their static layers only, without enemies, doors, lighting or moving backgrounds; animation timing is approximate.

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