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{{distinguish|Taxi}} | {{distinguish|Taxi}} | ||
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|image=[[File:SMO Idle Jaxi Screenshot.jpg|270px]]<br>A Jaxi in [[Sand Kingdom|Tostarena]] | |image=[[File:SMO Idle Jaxi Screenshot.jpg|270px]]<br>A Jaxi in [[Sand Kingdom|Tostarena]] | ||
|first_appearance=''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'' ([[List of games by date#2017|2017]]) | |first_appearance=''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'' ([[List of games by date#2017|2017]]) | ||
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{{quote|I'll take off as soon as you're strapped in, but watch yourself | {{quote|I'll take off as soon as you're strapped in, but watch yourself—I go quick.|Jaxi|Super Mario Odyssey}} | ||
'''Jaxi''' is | A '''Jaxi''' is an animated feline statue found throughout the [[Sand Kingdom]] in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]''. [[Mario]] can ride a Jaxi by [[jump]]ing on its back; the first time it is encountered, it must be paid 30 [[coin]]s to use it, but this fee has to be paid only once, and Mario can call it at any [[Jaxi Stand]] free of charge afterwards. It becomes accessible only after the player completes the mission [[Showdown on the Inverted Pyramid]] or talks to it on the [[Sand Kingdom#Jaxi Ruins|Jaxi Ruins]]. It is instrumental in the acquisition of several [[List of Power Moons in the Sand Kingdom|Power Moon]]s and serves as quick transportation through the vast desert. | ||
As soon as Mario jumps onto a Jaxi's back, it takes off running at its full speed. The player can control the Jaxi with {{button|ns|leftstick}}, brake by pressing {{button|ns|B}}, and dismount by pressing {{button|ns|ZL}}. However, the Jaxi's speed makes it difficult to control, and it slides whenever the player makes a turn, though the player can turn more quickly by braking while turning. Any breakable objects or small enemies the Jaxi runs into are knocked over or defeated, and it can run on [[Poison (obstacle)|poison]] without being damaged. If Mario falls down a [[pit]] while riding a Jaxi, the Jaxi returns to the spot where Mario found it. | As soon as Mario jumps onto a Jaxi's back, it takes off running at its full speed. The player can control the Jaxi with {{button|ns|leftstick}}, brake by pressing {{button|ns|B}}, and dismount by pressing {{button|ns|ZL}}. However, the Jaxi's speed makes it difficult to control, and it slides whenever the player makes a turn, though the player can turn more quickly by braking while turning. Any breakable objects or small enemies the Jaxi runs into are knocked over or defeated, and it can run on [[Poison (obstacle)|poison]] without being damaged. If Mario falls down a [[pit]] while riding a Jaxi, the Jaxi returns to the spot where Mario found it. | ||
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==Concept and creation== | ==Concept and creation== | ||
[[File:SMO Concept Art - Jaxi.jpg|thumb|left|Concept art of a Jaxi]] | [[File:SMO Concept Art - Jaxi.jpg|thumb|left|Concept art of a Jaxi]] | ||
To emphasize | To emphasize a Jaxi being a moving statue, some parts were made movable and others unmovable before the design of the Jaxi was finished.<ref name="concept">[https://twitter.com/mario_odysseyJP/status/961356899236175872 Post about the concept art of a Jaxi from the Japanese ''Super Mario Odyssey'' official Twitter account]. Retrieved February 8, 2018.</ref> It was also given a necklace that resembles a mane.<ref name="concept"/> | ||
Jaxis are based on {{wp|jaguar}}s<ref name=Jaguar>''Super Mario Odyssey'' internal filename (<tt>JaguarTaxistop</tt>)</ref> and {{wp|sphinx}}es<ref name=SphinxRide>''Super Mario Odyssey'' internal filename (<tt>SphinxRide</tt>)</ref> | Jaxis are based on {{wp|jaguar}}s<ref name=Jaguar>''Super Mario Odyssey'' internal filename (<tt>JaguarTaxistop</tt>)</ref> and {{wp|sphinx}}es,<ref name=SphinxRide>''Super Mario Odyssey'' internal filename (<tt>SphinxRide</tt>)</ref> and their name in many languages is a portmanteau of ''jaguar'' and ''taxi''. This is reflective of various jaguar deities from ancient Mesoamerica, such as {{wp|Tezcatlipoca}}. Jaxis may also be inspired by {{wp|komainu}}, Japanese lion statues that are believed to protect shrines and temples from evil. Numerous tales exist about normally stoic komainu statues suddenly coming to life, similar to Jaxis. Notably, the first stone Jaxis encountered in the ruins are before a large gate reminiscent of a {{wp|torii}}, which are traditionally guarded by a pair of komainu in Japan. | ||
{{br}} | {{br}} | ||
==Quotes== | ==Quotes== | ||
* | *''"How you doin'? I'm what you call a Jaxi."'' | ||
* | *''"You wanna ride, it'll be 30 coins. Whaddaya say?"'' | ||
* | *''"Gotta ride along to get along...bud."'' | ||
* | *''"So, what, you doing some sightseeing? You gotta check out the [[Inverted Pyramid]]!"'' | ||
* | *''"Controls are a snap: {{button|ns|b}}: Brake {{button|ns|zl}}: Dismount"'' | ||
* | *''"I'll take off as soon as you're strapped in, but watch yourself—I go quick."'' | ||
* | *''"Aw, were you taking me to see my family, you old softy?"'' | ||
* | *''"I appreciate your kind gesture. Come see me again anytime!"'' | ||
* | *''"I know this place. But my days of standing around are done."'' | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
SMO Sand Brochure E.png|Jaxi standing upright | SMO Sand Brochure E.png|Jaxi standing upright | ||
SMO Mario Riding Jaxi Screenshot.jpg|Mario riding Jaxi through the desert | SMO Mario Riding Jaxi Screenshot.jpg|Mario riding a Jaxi through the desert | ||
SMO Mario Mounting Jaxi.jpg|Mario mounting on Jaxi | SMO Mario Mounting Jaxi.jpg|Mario mounting on a Jaxi | ||
SMO Mario Riding Jaxi Sepia.jpg | SMO Mario Riding Jaxi Sepia.jpg | ||
SMOJaxiModel.png|Render of Jaxi (bind pose) | SMOJaxiModel.png|Render of a Jaxi (bind pose) | ||
Jaxi Render SMO.png|Render of Jaxi (posed) | Jaxi Render SMO.png|Render of a Jaxi (posed) | ||
SMO Concept Art Jaxi (Egyptian Designs).png|Egyptian-based concept art | SMO Concept Art Jaxi (Egyptian Designs).png|Egyptian-based concept art | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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|name2=Jaguar Taxi | |name2=Jaguar Taxi | ||
}} | }} | ||
==See also== | |||
*[[Yoshi]] | |||
*[[Blooper Racer]] | |||
*[[Ray]] | |||
*[[Plessie]] | |||
===Names in other languages=== | ===Names in other languages=== | ||
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|ChiTM=Ride Bus. 萊 (''lái'') is similar to the word for run 來 (''lái''). | |ChiTM=Ride Bus. 萊 (''lái'') is similar to the word for run 來 (''lái''). | ||
}} | }} | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 15:57, May 16, 2022
- This article is about the mountable Jaxi. For the inanimate Jaxi Statues, see Jaxi Statue.
- Not to be confused with Taxi.
| Jaxi | |
|---|---|
 A Jaxi in Tostarena | |
| First appearance | Super Mario Odyssey (2017) |
- “I'll take off as soon as you're strapped in, but watch yourself—I go quick.”
- —Jaxi, Super Mario Odyssey
A Jaxi is an animated feline statue found throughout the Sand Kingdom in Super Mario Odyssey. Mario can ride a Jaxi by jumping on its back; the first time it is encountered, it must be paid 30 coins to use it, but this fee has to be paid only once, and Mario can call it at any Jaxi Stand free of charge afterwards. It becomes accessible only after the player completes the mission Showdown on the Inverted Pyramid or talks to it on the Jaxi Ruins. It is instrumental in the acquisition of several Power Moons and serves as quick transportation through the vast desert.
As soon as Mario jumps onto a Jaxi's back, it takes off running at its full speed. The player can control the Jaxi with , brake by pressing , and dismount by pressing . However, the Jaxi's speed makes it difficult to control, and it slides whenever the player makes a turn, though the player can turn more quickly by braking while turning. Any breakable objects or small enemies the Jaxi runs into are knocked over or defeated, and it can run on poison without being damaged. If Mario falls down a pit while riding a Jaxi, the Jaxi returns to the spot where Mario found it.
Concept and creation
To emphasize a Jaxi being a moving statue, some parts were made movable and others unmovable before the design of the Jaxi was finished.[1] It was also given a necklace that resembles a mane.[1]
Jaxis are based on jaguars[2] and sphinxes,[3] and their name in many languages is a portmanteau of jaguar and taxi. This is reflective of various jaguar deities from ancient Mesoamerica, such as Tezcatlipoca. Jaxis may also be inspired by komainu, Japanese lion statues that are believed to protect shrines and temples from evil. Numerous tales exist about normally stoic komainu statues suddenly coming to life, similar to Jaxis. Notably, the first stone Jaxis encountered in the ruins are before a large gate reminiscent of a torii, which are traditionally guarded by a pair of komainu in Japan.
Quotes
- "How you doin'? I'm what you call a Jaxi."
- "You wanna ride, it'll be 30 coins. Whaddaya say?"
- "Gotta ride along to get along...bud."
- "So, what, you doing some sightseeing? You gotta check out the Inverted Pyramid!"
- "Controls are a snap:
: Brake : Dismount" - "I'll take off as soon as you're strapped in, but watch yourself—I go quick."
- "Aw, were you taking me to see my family, you old softy?"
- "I appreciate your kind gesture. Come see me again anytime!"
- "I know this place. But my days of standing around are done."
Gallery
Jaxi standing upright
Mario riding a Jaxi through the desert
Mario mounting on a Jaxi
Render of a Jaxi (bind pose)
Render of a Jaxi (posed)
- SMO Concept Art Jaxi (Egyptian Designs).png
Egyptian-based concept art
Additional names
Internal names
| Game | File | Name | Meaning
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Mario Odyssey | Sphinx Ride[3] | Sphinx Ride | - |
| Super Mario Odyssey | JaguarTaxistop[2] | Jaguar Taxi | - |
See also
Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ライドン・バス Raidon Basu |
Raidon Bus; raidon is based on either「ライド」(raido, ride), 「ライオン」(raion, lion) or both. Also possibly a pun based on the English "ride on". Reused from Raidon in Super Mario 3D World |
| Chinese (simplified) | 莱德·巴士 Láidé Bāshì |
Ride Bus. 莱 (lái) is similar to the word for run 来 (lái). |
| Chinese (traditional) | 萊德‧巴士 Láidé Bāshì |
Ride Bus. 萊 (lái) is similar to the word for run 來 (lái). |
| Dutch | Jaxi |
Jaxi |
| German | Miauxi |
From miau (meow) and taxi |
| Italian | Ruggitaxi |
From ruggito (roar) and taxi |
| Korean | 잭시 Jaeksi |
Jaxi |
| Russian | Рыкарус Rykarus |
From рык ryk (growl) and "Icarus", a brand of Hungarian buses popular in 1990s-2000s Russia. |
| Spanish | Jaxi |
Jaxi |
