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{{ | {{Quote|text=The Teensies are ancient and wise people who long ago built [[the Hall of Doors]], that magical place where access is given to all the regions of the world. Very old and a little absent-minded, they have forgotten which of them is [[Grand Minimus|their King]], and spend much of their time performing acrobatic dance moves to make the youngest green with envy.|sign=[https://raymanpc.com/wiki/script-en/images/0/02/R2UKPCManual.pdf Manual]|source=''[[Rayman 2]]''}} | ||
{{ | {{Quote|text=These peaceful little fellows continue to find themselves trapped in [[cage]]s, rather than singing and partying and ironing their clothes like they were planning to do. If you help them out, they might invite you back to their party!|sign=Manual|source=''[[Rayman: Hoodlums' Revenge]]''}} | ||
The '''Teensies''' (singular '''''Teensie''''' or '''''Teensy''''') are a magical race of ancient, diminutive and wise creatures, created by [[Polokus]] to watch over the secret ways of [[ | The '''Teensies''' (singular '''''Teensie''''' or '''''Teensy''''') are a magical race of ancient, diminutive and wise creatures, created by [[Polokus]] to watch over the secret ways of the [[Glade of Dreams]]. They are frequently encountered throughout the [[Rayman (series)|''Rayman'' series]], starting with ''[[Rayman 2]]''. | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
Teensies have pale blue-grey skin and are characterized by their faces, which generally appear quite large due to their long, drooping noses, which overlap their hidden mouths. Their noses are marked with elegant spiral patterns which are slightly darker that the rest of their skin, though these markings are only vaguely noticeable until ''[[Rayman M]]''. Teensies have little, black, beady eyes and small, mitten-like hands that lack any fingers other than thumbs (except for ''[[Rayman 3]]'' and ''[[Rayman Origins]]'', in which they do have fingers). They are short compared to most of [[ | Teensies have pale blue-grey skin and are characterized by their faces, which generally appear quite large due to their long, drooping noses, which overlap their hidden mouths. Their noses are marked with elegant spiral patterns which are slightly darker that the rest of their skin, though these markings are only vaguely noticeable until ''[[Rayman M]]''. Teensies have little, black, beady eyes and small, mitten-like hands that lack any fingers other than thumbs (except for ''[[Rayman 3]]'' and ''[[Rayman Origins]]'', in which they do have fingers). They are short compared to most of the [[Glade of Dreams|Glade]]'s inhabitants; to compensate for this, the Teensies in ''[[Rayman M]]'' stand, one on top of the other's shoulder. | ||
The Teensies were created by [[Polokus]] to oversee [[The Hall of Doors|the many passages of the world]]. After the [[Fairy|fairies]], they were the second race to be created, and as such are among the most ancient inhabitants of the world. Long before the events of the [[Rayman (series)|''Rayman'' games]], the Teensies created [[the Hall of Doors]], a magic place where all paths eventually meet. Most, if not all Teensies have the ability to create [[Spiral Door]]s; these portals can quickly take a Teensie (or other character, such as [[Rayman]]) from one location to one another. The Teensies can harness the power of [[Yellow Lum]]s collected by [[Rayman]] to create [[Spiral Door]]s or open sealed doors that lead [[Rayman]] to the Sanctuaries. | The Teensies were created by [[Polokus]] to oversee [[The Hall of Doors|the many passages of the world]]. After the [[Fairy|fairies]], they were the second race to be created, and as such are among the most ancient inhabitants of the world. Long before the events of the [[Rayman (series)|''Rayman'' games]], the Teensies created [[the Hall of Doors]], a magic place where all paths eventually meet. Most, if not all Teensies have the ability to create [[Spiral Door]]s; these portals can quickly take a Teensie (or other character, such as [[Rayman]]) from one location to one another. The Teensies can harness the power of [[Yellow Lum]]s collected by [[Rayman]] to create [[Spiral Door]]s or open sealed doors that lead [[Rayman]] to the Sanctuaries. | ||
The many Teensies are collectively ruled by the four [[Grand Minimus]] Teensies, who reside deep within [[the Fairy Council]], near [[ | The many Teensies are collectively ruled by the four [[Grand Minimus]] Teensies, who reside deep within [[the Fairy Council]], near the [[Heart of the World]]. | ||
The Teensie race is a diverse one, and the personality and dialect of a Teensie widely depends on where it comes from. In general, many Teensies are talkative and fun-loving creatures who have a taste for disco. Many Teensies are very old, absent-minded and forgetful; when the [[Grand Minimus]] was locked in a [[cage]] with three other Teensies, they eventually forgot which one of them was King, and were forced to rule together to overcome this problem. The older Teensies spend their spare time performing acrobatic dance moves, in order to make the younger, less-experienced Teensies envious. | The Teensie race is a diverse one, and the personality and dialect of a Teensie widely depends on where it comes from. In general, many Teensies are talkative and fun-loving creatures who have a taste for disco. Many Teensies are very old, absent-minded and forgetful; when the [[Grand Minimus]] was locked in a [[cage]] with three other Teensies, they eventually forgot which one of them was King, and were forced to rule together to overcome this problem. The older Teensies spend their spare time performing acrobatic dance moves, in order to make the younger, less-experienced Teensies envious. | ||
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[[File:RR-TeensieGatekeeper.JPG|thumb|320px|A Teensie in ''[[Rayman Revolution]]''.]] | [[File:RR-TeensieGatekeeper.JPG|thumb|320px|A Teensie in ''[[Rayman Revolution]]''.]] | ||
{{ | {{Quote|text=[[Polokus]] then created the Teensies. Their role is to unveil all the roads in [[Glade of Dreams|the world]]. They know every secret passage and can lead you to [[the Hall of Doors]], where all paths eventually come together.|sign=[[The Knowledge of the World]]|source=''[[Rayman 2]]''}} | ||
{{ | {{Quote|text=Despite their bizarre appearance and behaviour, the Teensies are old and wise. According to legend, they are the sons of [[Polokus]] and the muse of the poets. This woman of infinite beauty was so ashamed of her descendants that she left and hid in the forest, to [[Polokus]]'s great regret...|sign=Official description|source=''[[Rayman 2: The Great Escape : Le Guide Officiel]]''}} | ||
{{Main|Grand Minimus}} | {{Main|Grand Minimus}} | ||
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==In ''Rayman M'' and ''Rayman Arena''== | ==In ''Rayman M'' and ''Rayman Arena''== | ||
{{ | {{Quote|text=While these decrepit beings are senile to the point of having forgotten who is leader, they get along just fine when it comes to taking action and winning by whatever means necessary.|sign=Manual|source=''[[Rayman M]]''}} | ||
{{Main|Grand Minimus}} | {{Main|Grand Minimus}} | ||
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[[File:Chez les Ptizetres 01.jpg|thumb|320px|Concept art of two Teensies crossing a bridge, akin to the intro of ''[[Rayman 3]]'']] | [[File:Chez les Ptizetres 01.jpg|thumb|320px|Concept art of two Teensies crossing a bridge, akin to the intro of ''[[Rayman 3]]'']] | ||
{{ | {{Quote|text=These peaceful denizens of [[Glade of Dreams|Rayman's world]] are the masters of magic and song. Inhabiting the many lands throughout the realm, each Teensie tribe has developed their own distinct musical style. Unfortunately, their melodious ways have attracted the [[Hoodlum]]s, who have gone out of their way to imprison the diminutive minstrels. A reward lies in store for anyone who frees Teensies from their [[cage]]s … got that, [[Rayman]]?|sign=Official site|source=''[[Rayman 3]]''}} | ||
In ''[[Rayman 3]]'', most Teensies have taken the role previously held by [[Electoon]]s in [[Rayman 1|the original ''Rayman'' game]] and [[Deny]]s, [[Ludiv]]s, [[Greenbottle]]s, etc. in the many versions of ''[[Rayman 2]]''. Though a few Teensies such as the [[Grand Minimus]] and the [[Teensie Doctor]]s have a role in the game's plot and are found elsewhere, most Teensies are found by destroying a [[cage]]. If [[Rayman]] destroys enough [[cage]]s in a world, his HP Bar will increase its maximum capacity. | In ''[[Rayman 3]]'', most Teensies have taken the role previously held by [[Electoon]]s in [[Rayman 1|the original ''Rayman'' game]] and [[Deny]]s, [[Ludiv]]s, [[Greenbottle]]s, etc. in the many versions of ''[[Rayman 2]]''. Though a few Teensies such as the [[Grand Minimus]] and the [[Teensie Doctor]]s have a role in the game's plot and are found elsewhere, most Teensies are found by destroying a [[cage]]. If [[Rayman]] destroys enough [[cage]]s in a world, his HP Bar will increase its maximum capacity. | ||
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==In ''Rayman Origins''== | ==In ''Rayman Origins''== | ||
{{ | {{Quote|text=Teensies have got flair! The Teensies’ innate talent for nocturnal schnoz-ballads comes quite simply from [[Polokus|the Creator]] himself in the form of imposing noses. And bubble me if we haven’t seen the Teensies spin some wicked spells over the years! Their magnificent nostrils make them highly sensitive to the subtle harmonies of magic; and everyone knows that Teensy magicians can sniff out the secrets of our world like nobody’s business! | ||
The Teensies are a cast of quick casters who have a proud history of producing many scrappy and memorable, not to mention, well-dressed fighters. (Teensies like to dress up and have treefuls of disguises.) You will be able to play as some of their most illustrious ancestors!|sign=Manual|source=''[[Rayman Origins]]''}} | The Teensies are a cast of quick casters who have a proud history of producing many scrappy and memorable, not to mention, well-dressed fighters. (Teensies like to dress up and have treefuls of disguises.) You will be able to play as some of their most illustrious ancestors!|sign=Manual|source=''[[Rayman Origins]]''}} | ||