Olimar is a fictional character and the protagonist of the video game series Pikmin, created by Nintendo. He is a small, space-faring explorer from the planet Hokitate who crash-lands on a mysterious planet filled with colorful plant-like creatures called Pikmin. Olimar must navigate this alien world to recover the parts of his spaceship and return home. In the games, Olimar uses the Pikmin to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. Each type of Pikmin has unique abilities, allowing players to strategize and overcome various challenges. The series emphasizes teamwork and resource management as players guide Olimar and his Pikmin through different environments.