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{{Enemy
{{Enemy
| name = Zombie Chicken
| name = Zombie Chicken
| image = [[File:ZombieChicken-R2Artwork.jpg|320px|''Zombie Chicken'']]
| image = [[File:ZombieChicken-R2Artwork.jpg|320px|Zombie Chicken]]
| alignment = Bad
| alignment = Bad
| appears in = ''[[Rayman 2]]'', ''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]'', ''[[Rayman M]]'', ''[[Rayman 3]]'', [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|''Rayman 3'' (Game Boy Advance)]], [[Rayman Origins]] (scrapped)
| appears in = ''[[Rayman 2]]'', ''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]'', ''[[Rayman M]]'', ''[[Rayman 3]]'', [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|''Rayman 3'' (Game Boy Advance)]], ''[[Rayman Origins]]'' (scrapped)
| location = [[The Marshes of Awakening]], [[the Bayou]], [[the Sanctuary of Rock and Lava]], the [[Tomb of the Ancients]], [[The Cave of Bad Dreams#Game Boy Color version|Cave of Bad Dreams]] (''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]'' only), [[The Echoing Caves#Game Boy Color version|Echoing Caves]] (''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]'' only), [[First Ruins]] (as a ghostly spirit), [[Nebulous Tower]] (as a ghostly spirit), [[Shadow Plains]] (as a ghostly spirit, ''[[Rayman Arena]]'' only), [[the Desert of the Knaaren]], [[Void of Bones]], [[the Underlands]], [[Wicked Flow]]
| location = [[The Marshes of Awakening]], [[the Bayou]], [[the Sanctuary of Rock and Lava]], the [[Tomb of the Ancients]], [[The Cave of Bad Dreams#Game Boy Color version|Cave of Bad Dreams]] (''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]'' only), [[The Echoing Caves#Game Boy Color version|Echoing Caves]] (''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]'' only), [[First Ruins]] (as a ghostly spirit), [[Nebulous Tower]] (as a ghostly spirit), [[Shadow Plains]] (as a ghostly spirit, ''[[Rayman Arena]]'' only), [[the Desert of the Knaaren]], [[Void of Bones]], [[the Underlands]], [[Wicked Flow]]
| resistance = [[Image:Lifebar1.png|''1 HP'']]
| resistance = [[File:Lifebar1.png|1 HP]]
| attacks = Contact
| attacks = Contact
}}
}}


{{quote|text=We can no longer even keep track of all the sinister results provoked by the arrival of the [[Robo-Pirate|pirates]] : disturbances in overall harmony, the proliferation of [[piranha]]s, [[Spider (Rayman 2)|giant spiders]] and [[Caterpillar (disambiguation)|caterpillars]], etc.... Terrified by all these events, the hens began laying deadly eggs, out of which burst the horrible Zombie Chickens...|sign=Manual|source=''[[Rayman 2]]''}}
{{Quote|text=We can no longer even keep track of all the sinister results provoked by the arrival of the [[Robo-Pirate|pirates]] : disturbances in overall harmony, the proliferation of [[piranha]]s, [[Spider (Rayman 2)|giant spiders]] and [[Caterpillar (disambiguation)|caterpillars]], etc.... Terrified by all these events, the hens began laying deadly eggs, out of which burst the horrible Zombie Chickens...|sign=Manual|source=''[[Rayman 2]]''}}


'''Zombie Chickens''', also known as '''Scowlers'''<ref>The name comes from [[Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc: Official Strategy Guide‎|the official strategy guide of ''Rayman 3'']].</ref>, are enemies found in the gloomier parts of [[the Glade of Dreams]]. They first appear in ''[[Rayman 2]]'', where it is said that they are the result of hens laying dead eggs out of terror at the events caused by the [[Robo-Pirate]]s. They can also be seen in [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|the Game Boy Advance version of ''Rayman 3'']] and very briefly in [[Rayman 3|the console versions]]. Ghostly, spirit-like versions can also be seen floating around levels in ''[[Rayman M]]'' and its remakes. In the manual of ''[[Rayman Origins]]'', it is explained that when the [[nymph]]s were on their way to create [[Rayman]], a group of Zombie Chickens attacked them and stole some [[Lum]]s that the [[nymph]]s were carrying— as a result, [[Rayman]] was made without limbs.  
'''Zombie Chickens''', also known as '''Scowlers''',<ref>The name comes from [[Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc: Official Strategy Guide|the official strategy guide of ''Rayman 3'']].</ref> are enemies found in the gloomier parts of the [[Glade of Dreams]]. They first appear in ''[[Rayman 2]]'', where it is said that they are the result of hens laying dead eggs out of terror at the events caused by the [[Robo-Pirate]]s. They can also be seen in [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|the Game Boy Advance version of ''Rayman 3'']] and very briefly in [[Rayman 3|the console versions]]. Ghostly, spirit-like versions can also be seen floating around levels in ''[[Rayman M]]'' and its remakes. In the manual of ''[[Rayman Origins]]'', it is explained that when the [[nymph]]s were on their way to create [[Rayman]], a group of Zombie Chickens distracted them, causing them to lose a sack of [[Lum]]s that they were carrying— as a result, [[Rayman]] was made without limbs.


It is unknown whether the Zombie Chickens have any connection to the [[Deny]]s or the [[Minisaurus]]es, other chicken-like creatures found in [[the Glade of Dreams]].
It is unknown whether the Zombie Chickens have any connection to the [[Deny]]s or the [[Minisaurus]]es, other chicken-like creatures found in the [[Glade of Dreams]].


==Appearance==
==Appearance==
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In the ''[[Rayman Revolution]]'' manual, it is incorrectly stated that the Zombie Chickens are allies of the [[Robo-Pirate]] army.
In the ''[[Rayman Revolution]]'' manual, it is incorrectly stated that the Zombie Chickens are allies of the [[Robo-Pirate]] army.


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ZombieChicken R2Model.png|A Zombie Chicken, as appearing in ''[[Rayman 2]]''.
ZombieChicken.jpg|A Zombie Chicken in [[the Marshes of Awakening]].
ZombieChicken.jpg|A Zombie Chicken in [[the Marshes of Awakening]].
ZombieChicken-TMOA-R2PC-BlueEyes.png|A Zombie Chicken with blue eyes, these will actively stalk [[Rayman]].
ZombieChicken-TMOA-R2PC-BlueEyes.png|A Zombie Chicken with blue eyes, these will actively stalk [[Rayman]].
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===In ''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]''===
===In ''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]''===
[[File:ZombieChicken-TOTA-R2Forever.png|frame|right|class=sprite|A Zombie Chicken in ''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]''.]]
[[File:ZombieChicken-TOTA-R2Forever.png|frame|right|class=sprite|A Zombie Chicken in ''[[Rayman 2 Forever]]''.]]
Much like in the console versions of ''[[Rayman 2]]'', Zombie Chickens appear as an obstacle that can deal damage to [[Rayman]] when touched. They also feature in levels in which they did not in [[Rayman 2|the console versions]], such as [[The Cave of Bad Dreams#Game_Boy_Color_version|the Cave of Bad Dreams]] and [[Echoing Caves#Game_Boy_Color_version|the Echoing Caves]].
Much like in the console versions of ''[[Rayman 2]]'', Zombie Chickens appear as an obstacle that can deal damage to [[Rayman]] when touched. They also feature in levels in which they did not in [[Rayman 2|the console versions]], such as [[The Cave of Bad Dreams#Game Boy Color version|the Cave of Bad Dreams]] and [[Echoing Caves#Game Boy Color version|the Echoing Caves]].


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==In ''[[Rayman M]]/[[Rayman Arena|Arena]]''==
==In ''[[Rayman M]]/[[Rayman Arena|Arena]]''==
Zombie Chickens do not feature as an obstacle in ''[[Rayman M]]'' and ''[[Rayman Arena]]'', but they have cameo appearances in the [[First Ruins]], [[Shadow Plains]] and [[Nebulous Tower]].
Zombie Chickens do not feature as an obstacle in ''[[Rayman M]]'' and ''[[Rayman Arena]]'', but they have cameo appearances in [[First Ruins]], [[Shadow Plains]] and [[Nebulous Tower]].


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ZombieChickenGhostSpirit-FirstRuins-RaymanM.jpg|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[First Ruins]] in ''[[Rayman M]]''.
ZombieChickenGhostSpirit-FirstRuins-RaymanM.jpg|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[First Ruins]] in ''[[Rayman M]]''.
ZombieChicken-FirstRuins-RaymanArena-GhostSpirit.jpg|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[First Ruins]] in ''[[Rayman Arena]]''.
ZombieChicken-FirstRuins-RaymanArena-GhostSpirit.jpg|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[First Ruins]] in ''[[Rayman Arena]]''.
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==In ''[[Rayman 3]]''==
==In ''[[Rayman 3]]''==
{{quote|text=Terrorized by the wars against the [[Robo-Pirate|robot pirates]], the hens laid dead eggs from which the ghoulish Zombie Chickens emerged.|sign=In-game description|source=''[[Rayman 3]]''}}
{{Quote|text=Terrorized by the wars against the [[Robo-Pirate|robot pirates]], the hens laid dead eggs from which the ghoulish Zombie Chickens emerged.|sign=In-game description|source=''[[Rayman 3]]''}}
Zombie Chickens only appear in the tunnels of [[the Desert of the Knaaren]], where they will spawn from the ground or walls, and will threateningly move toward [[Rayman]]. Unlike in ''[[Rayman 2]]'', they circle around [[Rayman]] before moving in to make damaging contact with him. Some spawn when [[Rayman]] picks up their eggs, and it will be necessary for [[Rayman]] to put down the egg and deal with the Zombie Chickens in order to slowly progress through to a pressure [[switch]], which will remain open once an egg has been placed upon it.
Zombie Chickens only appear in the tunnels of [[the Desert of the Knaaren]], where they will spawn from the ground or walls, and will threateningly move toward [[Rayman]]. Unlike in ''[[Rayman 2]]'', they circle around [[Rayman]] before moving in to make damaging contact with him. Some spawn when [[Rayman]] picks up their eggs, and it will be necessary for [[Rayman]] to put down the egg and deal with the Zombie Chickens in order to slowly progress through to a pressure [[switch]], which will remain open once an egg has been placed upon it.


The [[Knaaren]] are fond of Zombie Chicken eggs; many vending machines containing them can be found while traversing the tunnels.
The [[Knaaren]] are fond of Zombie Chicken eggs; many vending machines containing them can be found while traversing the tunnels.


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ZombieChicken-R3HH-TDOTK.png|A Zombie Chicken in [[the Desert of the Knaaren]].
ZombieChicken-R3HH-TDOTK.png|A Zombie Chicken in [[the Desert of the Knaaren]].
EggVendingMachine-TDOTK-R3HH.png|It seems that the [[Knaaren]] eat Zombie Chicken eggs; several vending machines in [[the Desert of the Knaaren]] contain them, and they are guarded fiercely by Zombie Chicken spirits.
EggVendingMachine-TDOTK-R3HH.png|It seems that the [[Knaaren]] eat Zombie Chicken eggs; several vending machines in [[the Desert of the Knaaren]] contain them, and they are guarded fiercely by Zombie Chicken spirits.
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===In [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|''Rayman 3'' (Game Boy Advance)]]===
===In [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|''Rayman 3'' (Game Boy Advance)]]===
[[File:Zombie_Chicken_R3_GBA.PNG|frame|left|class=sprite|A Zombie Chicken in the [[Void of Bones]].]]
[[File:Zombie Chicken R3 GBA.PNG|frame|left|class=sprite|A Zombie Chicken in the [[Void of Bones]].]]
In [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|the Game Boy Advance version of ''Rayman 3'']], Zombie Chickens appear identical to those featured in ''[[Rayman 2]]'', and exhibit similar behaviour; they will attempt to come into contact with [[Rayman]] in order to deal damage. They can be found in [[Void of Bones]], [[the Underlands]] and [[Wicked Flow]].
In [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|the Game Boy Advance version of ''Rayman 3'']], Zombie Chickens appear identical to those featured in ''[[Rayman 2]]'', and exhibit similar behaviour; they will attempt to come into contact with [[Rayman]] in order to deal damage. They can be found in [[Void of Bones]], [[the Underlands]] and [[Wicked Flow]].


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[[File:Zombie Chicken RO.PNG|200px|thumb|right|A Zombie Chicken, as seen in ''[[the Daily Bubble]]''. While being mentioned in the manual, they do not appear in the final version of ''[[Rayman Origins]]''.]]
[[File:Zombie Chicken RO.PNG|200px|thumb|right|A Zombie Chicken, as seen in ''[[the Daily Bubble]]''. While being mentioned in the manual, they do not appear in the final version of ''[[Rayman Origins]]''.]]


While they do not make an appearance in the final product, the manual refers to Zombie Chickens as being the cause of [[Rayman]]'s lack of limbs, due to them attacking the [[nymph]]s and causing them to lose some of the [[Lum]]s they had gathered in order to create [[Rayman]].
While they do not make an appearance in the final product, the manual refers to Zombie Chickens as being the cause of [[Rayman]]'s lack of limbs, due to them distracting the [[nymph]]s and causing them to lose some of the [[Lum]]s they had gathered in order to create [[Rayman]].


A Zombie Chicken was also featured in one edition of ''[[the Daily Bubble]]'', and one can be seen in the front cover of the game.
However, this story contradicts the manual of ''[[Rayman 2]]'' and their in-game description in ''[[Rayman 3]]'', which both state that the Zombie Chickens were created because of the damages the [[Robo-Pirate]]s have caused when invading the [[Glade of Dreams]], and therefore would not have existed yet at the time of [[Rayman]]'s birth. It is possible that the hens were terrified by something else, like the events of the [[First Bad Dream]], and thus created Zombie Chickens before the [[Robo-Pirate]] invasion.
 
A Zombie Chicken was also featured in one edition of ''[[the Daily Bubble]]''. Additionally, one can be seen in a map for the unused level [[Don't Shoot the Dead]], and one can be seen in the front cover of the game.


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[[pl:Kurczaki zombie]]
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