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'''KBT-series Medarots''' make up one-half of the game series mascot pair (KWG-series being the other). It is one of the most populous model series with a new entry appearing in almost every new game. It is also the de facto mascot model of the series; almost all known non-game media (particularly manga) have the protagonist command a KBT-model Medarot. | '''KBT-series Medarots''' make up one-half of the game series mascot pair (KWG-series being the other). It is one of the most populous model series with a new entry appearing in almost every new game. It is also the de facto mascot model of the series; almost all known non-game media (particularly manga) have the protagonist command a KBT-model Medarot. | ||
KBT is an abbreviation of ''kabutomushi'' | KBT is an abbreviation of ''kabutomushi''. This refers to the rhinoceros beetle, whose single horn with forked tip is a major design trait on almost all KBT-series Medarots. The [[Kabuto Medal]] thus makes a natural fit. | ||
== Series Basics == | == Series Basics == | ||
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=== Aesthetic === | === Aesthetic === | ||
KBT-series Medarots are easily distinguished by their head parts | KBT-series Medarots are easily distinguished by their head parts which feature a single "horn" onto which a shooting weapon (usually a [[Missile]] launcher) is mounted. Their part armor is somewhat thick and angled and their feet are wide enough to provide a stable platform for shooting attacks. The majority of KBT-series Medarots have yellow armor with white highlights, though many exceptions do exist such as the black [[Bayonet]] and red [[Kaiserbeetle]]. | ||
=== Abilities === | === Abilities === | ||
The basic weapon setup for | The basic weapon setup for KBT-series makes full use of the [[Kabuto Medal]] and its alignment towards standard Shooting attacks. The head features a Missile weapon with high power and perfect accuracy, if somewhat low in Head Uses. The right arm has a high-speed Rifle with modest power while the left arm equips a Gatling with high strength and the Snipe attribute. The legs are Two Legged, giving it extra speed in Forest and Grass terrains. Many later models will modify this setup, especially the head part. | ||
Those models with [[Medachange]] transform into mobile vehicles with the Wheels leg type, boosting their speed in City and Indoor battlefields. While they retain their Missile attacks the two arm-mounted guns are exchanged for X-Attack drives, allowing them to Set and Fire a massively strong attack (though they can only Fire every other turn without assistance). | Those models with [[Medachange]] transform into mobile vehicles with the Wheels leg type, boosting their speed in City and Indoor battlefields. While they retain their Missile attacks the two arm-mounted guns are exchanged for X-Attack drives, allowing them to Set and Fire a massively strong attack (though they can only Fire every other turn without assistance). | ||
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== Examples == | == Examples == | ||
=== [[ | === [[Metal_Beetle|KBT-0 Metal Beetle]] === | ||
The mascot of Medarot 1's Kabuto version, Metal Beetle is the archetype upon which most other KBT-series Medarots are based. It features the standard Missile-Rifle-Gatling-Two Legs setup. Later games give it brown armor and differently-written part names to distinguish it from its later version. It is frequently seen being used by Hikaru, protagonist of Medarot 1 and supporting character of later games. Though it is called "Metabee" for short, it is not to be confused with its successor. | |||
=== [[Metabee|KBT-1 Metabee]] === | |||
The mascot of Medarot 2 and 2 Core's Kabuto Versions (and arguably the entire franchise), Metabee is the refined version of Metal Beetle and features the bright yellow armor that became a staple for KBT-series Medarots. It is the primary Medarot used by Ikki until he upgrades to [[Saikachis]]. | |||
=== [[Metabee | |||
The mascot of Medarot 2 | |||
=== [[Bayonet|KBT-2 Bayonet]] === | === [[Bayonet|KBT-2 Bayonet]] === | ||
A bulkier variant of Metabee with higher defenses but slightly weaker weapons. Easily told apart by its thick, rounded armor with black coloring. | |||
A bulkier variant of Metabee with higher defenses but slightly weaker weapons. Easily told apart by its | |||
=== [[Kantaros|KBT-3 Kantaros]] === | === [[Kantaros|KBT-3 Kantaros]] === | ||
Another modified version of Metabee, Kantaros has fewer features to separate the two visually. It is one of the primary Medarots used by Rintarou. | |||
=== [[Arcbeetle|KBT-4 Arcbeetle]] === | === [[Arcbeetle|KBT-4 Arcbeetle]] === | ||
Appearing in a number of later games, Arcbeetle represents a shift in the KBT paradigm. Its color is red with gold trim while its head's horn lacks the traditional "fork" and forgoes Missile attacks in favor of a top-tier Beam attack. Though sometimes seen with Rintarou, it is most frequently found under the command of the Phantom Renegade. To date, it is also the only KBT-series Medarot that does ''not'' have a [[KWG Series]] counterpart. | |||
Appearing in a number of later games, Arcbeetle represents a shift in the KBT paradigm. | |||
=== [[Saikachis|KBT-5 Saikachis]] === | === [[Saikachis|KBT-5 Saikachis]] === | ||
A direct upgrade to Ikki's Metabee, Saikachis is the first KBT-series Medarot to feature Medachange, gaining wheels and red accents in a number of places. When changed it is capable of setting and firing Cross Attacks, giving it great offensive strength against almost any opponent. | A direct upgrade to Ikki's Metabee, Saikachis is the first KBT-series Medarot to feature Medachange, gaining wheels and red accents in a number of places. When changed it is capable of setting and firing Cross Attacks, giving it great offensive strength against almost any opponent. | ||
=== [[Blackbeetle|KBT-55 Blackbeetle]] === | === [[Blackbeetle|KBT-55 Blackbeetle]] === | ||
A more heavily armored version of Saikachis (much like Bayonet to Metabee), the female Blackbeetle has lower speed but higher defense and strength. It is similarly capable of Medachange but does not feature a modified attack roster. | A more heavily armored version of Saikachis (much like Bayonet to Metabee), the female Blackbeetle has lower speed but higher defense and strength. It is similarly capable of Medachange but does not feature a modified attack roster. | ||
=== [[Arcbeetle-Dash|KBT-6 Arcbeetle-Dash]] === | === [[Arcbeetle-Dash|KBT-6 Arcbeetle-Dash]] === | ||
An improved version of Arcbeetle, sacrificing a bit of attack strength for Medachange capability and a second Head Use. Becomes the primary Medarot used by Rintarou, though it is also seen to replace the Phantom Renegade's original Arcbeetle. | |||
=== [[Kabuto_Benimaru|KBT-7 Kabuto Benimaru]] === | |||
Designed as part of Comic BonBon's [[X-Project]], Kabuto Benimaru sports a thick red horn and two comically large gun-arms. Medarot Navi sees him under the name "Masked Kabuto", covering the horn with a top hat (which itself has a slip of paper attached, perhaps in reference to the Hatter from Alice in Wonderland). | |||
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Designed as part of Comic | |||
=== [[Anzudo_Beetle|KBT-9BX Anzudo Beetle]] === | |||
Also part of the X-Project, Anzudo Beetle is a female KBT-type with arm parts that destroy themselves after use. | Also part of the X-Project, Anzudo Beetle is a female KBT-type with arm parts that destroy themselves after use. | ||
=== [[Granbeetle|KBT-0NF Granbeetle]] === | === [[Granbeetle|KBT-0NF Granbeetle]] === | ||
Mascot of Medarot Navi's Kabuto version, Granbeetle is a chunky Medarot used by protagonist Kasumi Asano. It trades the standard head Missile for a chest-mounted Rifle and its Medachange is Float instead of Wheeled, but it is otherwise identical in function to Ikki's Saikachis. | Mascot of Medarot Navi's Kabuto version, Granbeetle is a chunky Medarot used by protagonist Kasumi Asano. It trades the standard head Missile for a chest-mounted Rifle and its Medachange is Float instead of Wheeled, but it is otherwise identical in function to Ikki's Saikachis. | ||
=== [[ | === [[Kaiser_Beetle|KBT-1NF Kaiserbeetle]] === | ||
The upgraded version of Granbeetle, Kaiserbeetle has higher attack than its predecessor in exchange for lower lasting power. | |||
=== [[Pupa_Beetle|KBT-0NF Pupa Beetle]] === | |||
A strange energy-based Medarot that, with enough [[Medaforce]] collected, can grow into a powerful KBT-type. | |||
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A strange energy-based Medarot that, with enough [[Medaforce]] collected, can | |||
=== [[Chrotojil|KBT-0CH Chrotojil]] === | === [[Chrotojil|KBT-0CH Chrotojil]] === | ||
Mascot of Medarot 5's Kabuto version, Chrotojil is the primary Medarot used by protagonist Koishimaru. | Mascot of Medarot 5's Kabuto version, Chrotojil is the primary Medarot used by protagonist Koishimaru. | ||
=== [[ | === [[Dichotom|KBT-1CH Dichotom]] === | ||
While an upgraded version of Chrotojil, Dichotom instead appears in the spinoff game Medarot G. | |||
While an upgraded version of Chrotojil, | |||
=== [[Gun-Nose|KBT10-M Gun-Nose]] === | === [[Gun-Nose|KBT10-M Gun-Nose]] === | ||
A brand-new entry into the KBT line, Gun-Nose is the primary Medarot of [[Azuma]] after his Metabee is severely damaged. Its head fires Napalm instead of Missiles and its shoulder pads are asymmetrical. | |||
A brand-new entry into the KBT line | |||
=== [[Beet]] === | === [[Beet]] === | ||
Mascot of Shingata Medarot's Kabuto version. | Mascot of Shingata Medarot's Kabuto version. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
*[[KWG_Series|KWG Series]] - Kuwagata, the melee-oriented counterparts to KBT. | |||
* [[ | *[[MWB_Series|MWB Series]] - Jewel Beetle, a similar but divergent series to KBT. | ||
* [[ | *[[KLN_Series|KLN Series]] - King Lion, a shooting-oriented series that frequently opposes [[KWG_Series|KWG]]. | ||
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