Splatoon 3

How to Unlock After Alterna | Where is the Secret Kettle?

After Alterna is a secret stage in Hero Mode accessed through a secret kettle in the Future Utopia Island site of Splatoon 3. You can unlock it by clearing all of the stages in Hero Mode. Continue reading to see a full walkthrough, including how to unlock the stage and where the secret kettle location is.

After Alterna Basic Info and How to Unlock

After Alterna Overview

Stage Location
Site Future Utopia Island Stage No. Final Stage
Entry Fee 333 No. of Tries 3

Clear All Hero Mode Missions to Unlock the Secret Kettle

Unlock After Alterna

Clearing all Hero Mode missions will unlock the secret Hero Mode stage, After Alterna. Head to the secret kettle found in Future Utopia Island to access it.

All Hero Mode Rewards and Unlocks

After Alterna Weapons and Rewards

All Weapons Choices and Rewards

Main Weapon Sub Weapon Reward
Splatoon 3 Hero GearHero Gear Splatoon 3 SmallfrySmallfry 3333
Power Eggs

After Alterna Walkthrough

First Section

Watch your Footing in the Early Part of the Stage

Ink platforms before jumping
1. Ink these platforms and splat the enemies before crossing.
use swim mode to move faster and jump farther
2. Since these platforms rotate, you need to constantly keep them inked to cross safely.
Ink this platform to move quickly past the Octomandos
3. Instead of staying on the platform to attack, use swim mode to quickly move past these enemies. Then attack them once you reach safe ground.

The early parts of the first section contain multiple platforms spanning over water. Be sure to ink these platforms and use swim mode to jump across them to ensure a safe landing.

Use Squid Surges and Swim Mode to Progress

Use Smallfry to defeat these enemies
1. You will find two enemies after Squid Surging up the first wall. Either pop the balloon fish, or use Smallfry to take them out from a distance. Don't hesitate to retreat when they toss Splat Bombs at you.
Time your Squid Surges appropriately
2. Proper timing is needed to pass this section. If you are having trouble on the wall with the big sweeper, stay in the middle until you find an opening.
hide from attacks while inking this pillar
3. You can use this platform to hide from enemies while you ink it.
Squid Surges can also be used to jump across platforms.
4. You can perform Squid Surges to jump across platforms as well.

Proper timing of Squid Surges will help you clear the next level. Since performing a Squid Surge requires you remain still for a few moments, make sure to defeat any enemies in the area before performing one.

When dealing with enemies from a distance, ink the ground and use swim mode to move across this part of the stage quickly, then defeat them when you are closer. The inked ground will allow you to move faster, and provide cover when you are under attack.

Check Your Surroundings Before Jumping

use the camera to check your view
1. Check the position of the enemies before dropping off the first platform.
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2. Make sure are in a good position before moving from the second platform to the third.
keep your distance to avoid being splatted
3. Enemies will spawn the moment you drop from the third moving platform. Be prepared to attack and keep your distance to avoid being splatted
time your jumps to avoid taking damage
4. Move along the ink rails while jumping across.
if you move quickly, you wont take damage
5. If you move quickly along this section. you will not have to worry about getting hit. Defeat the enemy once you approach it.

The next part of the section requires you to cling to walls in swim mode while moving through the stage. Many enemies will often wait to attack you once you land, so check your surrounding before dropping off the platform to ensure a safe landing.

Ink all Platforms Before heading to the Launchpad

Ink before you leap
Ink the moving platforms in the final section.
Ink before you leap
Jump and swim across each platform when you are ready.

A series of moving platforms have to be crossed before reaching the end of the first section. Since ink does not wash off these platforms when they are submerged, it is better to ink all of the platforms before attempting to jump across them. This will allow you to focus on simply jumping and not inking.

Second Section

Refrain from Always Using Swim Mode on Rails

Do not use swim mode constantly

The second requires you to pop all the balloons that appear while riding on rails. It is recommended to not only use swim mode when you are low on ink. Swim mode not only makes you move faster but can make it difficult to pop all balloons in time.

Move Across Rails When They Appear

Move quickly to newly appearing rails
Popping balloons will cause rails to appear, allowing you to progress through the stage. In any situation in which multiple rails will appear, prioritize moving to the most recent appearing rail to proceed smoothly throughout this section.

Use Burst Bombs to Pop Groups of Balloons

Burst Bombs can pop lots of balloons quickly

If you are having trouble popping clusters of balloons, use Burst Bombs, which you can get by upgrade your Hero Gear. Not only does it have a wide ink radius, but it doesnt require a lot of ink to use.

All Hero Gear Upgrades and Unlock Conditions

Pop All Balloons at the Final Drop Quickly

Pop all the balloons quickly at the final drop
The final section before the next checkpoint requires you to pop all balloons while dropping off the last rail. Do not panic and pop all of the balloons in time to make the final rail appear.

Third Section

Extend Soaker Blocks to their Maximum Length

look for the sparkle of the soak blocks
Soaker Blocks are the main gimmick of this section, so make sure to extend them to their full length before crossing. The block will briefly shine and emit a sparkling sound effect it is at maximum length.

Use Smallfry to keep Soaker Blocks Extended

Use smallfry to keep blocks in place
There are times when you will have to activate multiple Soaker Blocks at a time to continue. During these situations, activate a block by tossing Smallfry onto it. Smallfry will continue to attack the Soaker Block until you return it, allowing it to stay at its maximum length for as long as you need it.

Smallfry Character Profile: How to Use Smallfry

Ignore the Enemies on the Long Stretch

keep moving on the long stretch
One part of this stage contains a long stretch of Soaker Blocks with enemies along them. Attacking these enemies one by one will slow your progress, so focus on swimming across the blocks, attacking only when it is absolutely necessary.

Final Section

Ink the Area for Better Movement

Ink the arena well for the perfect defense
The final section pits you against a bunch of enemies in a closed arena. As you are constantly outnumbered, inking the area will provide you with extra mobility, and temporary cover, and help you activate your special weapon quickly.

Use Splashdown for Offense and Defense

Use Splashdown when you get the chance
Splashdown is very useful for this section, as it can instantly splat enemies that are too close and ink a wide area at the same time. Use it when you need a little breathing room.

Take out Octolings One at a One

focus on splatting one enemy at a time
While it may be efficient to take out mulitple Octolings in one assault, it is recommended to focus on taking out one enemy at a time, inking the arena, and recovering your ink supply and power suit health. Taking on multiple enemies at once leads to the potential of you being overwhelmed and easily splatted.

Use SmallFry as a Distraction

Use Smallfry to distract enemies
Smallfry can be placed in front of enemies as distraction which can either be used offensively for an easy splat, or defensively to move out of danger.

Stay Near Spawn Points for Quick Splats

Stay near spawn points for a quick splat
As you defeat the Octolings in this section, new ones will spawn in the four corners of the arena. As such, staying near these corners can often net you a quick kill before the enemy can counterattack. even if you don't manage to splat an enemy right when they spawn, these corners will provide you with a great view of the arena.

Take Note of the Enemies' Specials

take note of the enemy
Octolings will start using special weapons to attack you. However, they will often wait until you are close enough to use them. Take note of what special weapon the enemy is carrying to properly plan your counterattack.

Make Use of Special Weapons When Needed

pick up special weapons as they spawn

Special Weapon cans will continue to spawn in the arena, allowing you to immediately gain access to very powerful attacks. Don't hesistate to pick the up if you need any extra help.

After Alterna Collectible Locations

Special Weapon Locations

Weapon How to Get
TrizookaTrizooka Found in the final section, on the platform in front of you in the arena.
Ultra StampUltra Stamp Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Trizooka.
ReefsliderReefslider Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Ultra Stamp.
InkjetInkjet Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Reefslider.
Crab TankCrab Tank Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Inkjet.
Ink StormInk Storm Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Crab Tank.
Triple InkstrikeTriple Inkstrike Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Ink Storm.
Tenta MissilesTenta Missiles. Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Triple Inkstrike.
Ink VacInk Vac Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Tenta Missiles
Killer Wail 6.0Killer wail 6.0 Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Ink Vac
Wave BreakerWave Breaker Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Killer wail 6.0
ZipcasterZipcaster Found on the opposite platform, after getting the Wave breaker

Special weapons will continue to spawn after collecting the first Special weapons can. Make sure to use them effectively during the final section to ensure victory.

Armor Locations

In-game Image How to Get
Armor set 1 Found in front of the checkpoint.
Armor Set 2 Found on the tall pillars in the center of the final arena.
Armor Set 3 Found on the tall pillars in the center of the final arena.

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