Acidic Emperor Bulblax

The Acidic Emperor Bulblax, though similar in appearance, is in fact unrelated to the normal Emperor Bulblax. The beast's skin bears pale hues and its hide is vivid and filled with color thanks to the thin layer of deadly acid. Because of this, Green Pikmin are the best for the job.

Combat Strategy
Unlike the Emperor Bulblax, Acidic Emperor Bulblaxes can be found above ground and asleep, much like a Red Bulborb. Approach with caution, as any Pikmin other than Green Pikmin will suffer from the acid. The best way to kill the Bulblax is to begin to continually throw Green Pikmin onto its back, then call them back when it shakes them off. Find a spot a good distance away from the Bulblax once this occurs, for it will lash out its tongue and circle around itself, slurping up any Pikmin nearby. If there are any Acidic Bulbaxes around when you've done a good amount of damage to the Emperor, he will command them to attack you. Petrify the Bulblax with Ultra-Bitter Spray and order a small group of Green Pikmin to finish them off, then continue the cycle until the Acidic Emperor Bulblax is defeated.

Olimar's Notes
"Though it is hard to notice at first, this creature's skin is covered with a layer of acid, presumably for protection against other species. Strangely enough, there always seems to be a group of Acidic Bulblaxes present nearby which the Acidic Emperor Bulblax orders to attack me, much like I order the Pikmin that follow me. Upon closer inspection, it may be revealed that this creature is not of the Grub-dog family... I shall study this species during my spare time."