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'''Zombie Chickens''', also known as Scowlers, are enemies found in the gloomier parts of [[the Glade of Dreams]]. They first appear in ''[[Rayman 2: The Great Escape|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: Hoodlum Havoc|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 bunch 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, are enemies found in the gloomier parts of [[the Glade of Dreams]]. They first appear in ''[[Rayman 2: The Great Escape|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: Hoodlum Havoc|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 bunch of Zombie Chickens attacked them and stole some [[Lum]]s that the [[nymph]]s were carrying, as a result, Rayman was made without limbs.  
[[File:EggVendingMachine-TDOTK-R3HH.png|320px|thumb|left|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.]]
They appear in the swamp levels of ''Rayman 2'', where they rise from the ground or swamp water and float towards Rayman to attack him. They reappear with similar behaviour in the [[Rayman 2 Forever|portable versions of ''Rayman 2'']] [[Rayman 3 (Game Boy Advance)|and ''Rayman 3'']].
In ''[[Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc|Rayman 3]]'', it is revealed that the [[Knaaren]] are fond of Zombie Chicken eggs; many vending machines containing them are found in [[the Desert of the Knaaren]]. It is necessary for [[Rayman]] to pick up these eggs and place them on certain platforms to open doors; however, ghostly Zombie Chickens appear and harrass Rayman if he attempts to move their eggs. They have their own frantic, frightening-sounding theme in this game.


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]].


In the ''[[Rayman Revolution]]'' manual, it is incorrectly stated that the Zombie Chicken is an ally of the [[Robo-Pirate]] army.
==Appearance==
Zombie Chickens have slightly deformed chicken beaks with cartoony eyes and grey-brown feathers on their heads. They wear long, ripped, brown cloaks and their arms look like human skeleton ones that are bent in a haunting way.


==In ''[[Rayman 2]]''==
The Zombie Chickens appear in levels containing swamp-like elements, such as [[The Bayou]] or [[The Marshes of Awakening]]. They can hurt Rayman by simple touch, though touching Rayman will also cause the Zombie Chicken to fall apart. They spawn by seemingly rising up from the ground or swamp water.


There are two types of attack pattern that Zombie Chickens will utilise. Some will actively follow Rayman and as such must be shot at in order to prevent damage. Others will simply travel forwards to the area Rayman was occupying when they spawned, and as such, can simply be dodged by stepping out of their way, but can also be shot at.


In the ''[[Rayman Revolution]]'' manual, it is incorrectly stated that the Zombie Chickens are allies of the [[Robo-Pirate]] army.
<table>
<td valign="top">[[File:ZombieChicken.jpg|320px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken in [[the Marshes of Awakening]]]]</td>
<td valign="top">[[File:ZombieChicken-TMOA-R2PC-BlueEyes.png|320px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken with blue eyes, these will actively stalk Rayman]]</td>
<td valign="top">[[File:ZombieChicken-TOTA-R2PC-NoEyes.png|320px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken with dark eyes, these will move forward towards Rayman's location from when they spawned]]</td>
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===In the ''[[Rayman 2 Forever|Game Boy adaptation]]''===
[[File:ZombieChicken-TOTA-R2Forever.png|160px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken in the [[Tomb of the Ancients]], in the ''[[Rayman 2 Forever|Game Boy Color version]]]]''
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 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]]''==
Zombie Chickens do not feature as an obstacle in this game, but they have cameo appearances in the [[First Ruins]], [[Shadow Plains]] and [[Nebulous Tower]].
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<td>[[File:ZombieChickenGhostSpirit-FirstRuins-RaymanM.jpg|320px|thumb|left|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[First Ruins]] in ''[[Rayman M]]'']]</td>
<td>[[File:ZombieChicken-FirstRuins-RaymanArena-GhostSpirit.jpg|320px|thumb|left|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[First Ruins]] in ''[[Rayman Arena]]'']]</td>
<td>[[File:ZombieChicken-ShadowPlains-RA.jpg|320px|thumb|left|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[Shadow Plains]] in ''[[Rayman Arena]]'']]</td>
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==In ''[[Rayman 3]]''==
[[File:ZombieChicken-R3HH-TDOTK.png|320px|thumb|right|A Zombie Chicken in [[the Desert of the Knaaren]]]]
[[File:EggVendingMachine-TDOTK-R3HH.png|320px|thumb|left|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.]]
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.


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==Appearance==
===In the ''[[Rayman 3 (GBA)|Game Boy Advance adaptation]]''===
[[File:Zombie_Chicken_R3_GBA.PNG|frame|left|A Zombie Chicken in the [[Void of Bones]]]]
[[File:Zombie_Chicken_R3_GBA.PNG|frame|left|A Zombie Chicken in the [[Void of Bones]]]]
[[File:ZombieChicken-TOTA-R2Forever.png|160px|thumb|none|A Zombie Chicken in the [[Tomb of the Ancients]], in the ''[[Rayman 2 Forever|Game Boy Color version]]]]''
The 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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==Rayman Origins==
[[File:Zombie Chicken RO.PNG|200px|thumb|left|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]]''.]]


Zombie Chickens have slightly deformed chicken beaks with cartoony eyes and grey-brown feathers on their heads. They wear long, ripped, brown cloaks and their arms look like human skeleton ones that are bent in a haunting way.
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 their attacking the [[Nymphs]] and causing them to lose some of the [[Lums]] they had gathered in order to invoke Rayman.
 
A Zombie Chicken was also featured in one edition of the [[Daily Bubble]].
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In the Japanese version of ''[[Rayman Revolution]]'', the Zombie Chickens are paler and light green coloured.
*In the Japanese version of ''[[Rayman Revolution]]'', the Zombie Chickens are paler and light green coloured.
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{|
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| [[File:ZombieChicken.jpg|320px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken in [[the Marshes of Awakening]]]]
| [[File:ZombieChicken-HOD-R2PC-Hologram.png|320px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken hologram in [[the Hall of Doors]]]]
| [[File:ZombieChicken-R3HH-TDOTK.png|320px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken in [[the Desert of the Knaaren]]]]
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| [[File:ZombieChickenGhostSpirit-FirstRuins-RaymanM.jpg|320px|thumb|left|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[First Ruins]] in ''[[Rayman M]]'']]
| [[File:ZombieChicken-FirstRuins-RaymanArena-GhostSpirit.jpg|320px|thumb|left|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[First Ruins]] in ''[[Rayman Arena]]'']]
| [[File:ZombieChicken-ShadowPlains-RA.jpg|320px|thumb|left|A ghostly spirit from a Zombie Chicken, as seen only in [[Shadow Plains]] in ''[[Rayman Arena]]'']]
|}
[[File:ZombieChicken-TMOA-R2PC-BlueEyes.png|320px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken with blue eyes]]
[[File:ZombieChicken-TOTA-R2PC-NoEyes.png|320px|thumb|left|A Zombie Chicken with dark eyes]]
[[File:Zombie Chicken RO.PNG|200px|thumb|centre|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]]''.]]
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