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KBT-series Medarots

2025-03-15T13:34:54Z

67.69.76.11: /* KBT-1 Metabee */

'''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. Almost all known non-game media (particularly manga) have the protagonist command a KBT-model Medarot.

KBT is an abbreviation of ''kabutomushi'', the Japanese name for the rhinoceros beetle, whose single horn with a forked tip is a major design trait on almost all KBT-series Medarots. The [[Kabuto Medal]] thus makes a natural fit.

The KBT line follows a linear numbering system from 0 to 15. However, most models released between Medarot 5 and Shingata Medarot receive letters instead of numbers due to the limited space between KBT07 (Kabuto Benimaru) and KBT10 (Gun-Nose). Consequently, only Granbeetle and Kaiser Beetle were assigned numbers among the seven KBT models created during this period.

Medarotters known for using KBT-series as their primary Medarots are [[Hikaru Agata]], [[Rintarou Namishima]], [[Ikki Tenryou]], [[Ginkai]], [[Kokuryuu Kamizake]], [[Kasumi Asano]], [[Koishimaru Tensan]], [[Hikoo Tamayasu]], [[Gamma]], [[Azuma Amakura]], [[Kohaku Himuro]], [[Salt]], [[Tenma Wakakoma]], [[Minori Hojo]] and [[Kagami Rokuyou]].

== Series Basics ==

=== Aesthetic ===

KBT-series Medarots are easily distinguished by their head parts dominated by a single "horn" split in two at the end onto which a shooting weapon (usually a [[Missile]] launcher) is mounted. Their part armor is thick and angular 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 [[Kaiser Beetle]].

=== Abilities ===

The basic weapon setup for the 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 but somewhat sparse ammo capacity. 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).

== Examples ==

=== [[Metabee (KBT-0)|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 darkened 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)|KBT-1 Metabee]] ===

The mascot of Medarot 2, 2 Core, 7 and 8's Kabuto Versions (and arguably the entire franchise), Metabee is the refined version of Metal Beetle and features the bright yellow armor that has since become a staple for KBT-series Medarots. It is the primary Medarot used by Ikki until he upgrades to [[Saikachis]].
He is addicted to watermelon juice.

=== [[Bayonet|KBT-2 Bayonet]] ===

A bulkier variant of Metabee with higher defenses but slightly weaker weapons. Easily told apart by its thicker, round armor with black coloring.

=== [[Kantaros|KBT-3 Kantaros]] ===

Unlike Bayonet, Kantaros has few features to visually separate it from Metabee. It is one of the primary Medarots used by Rintarou.

=== [[Arcbeetle|KBT-4 Arcbeetle]] ===

Appearing in a number of later games, Arcbeetle represents a shift in the KBT paradigm. The head part features two long horns similar to the Hercules Beetle (a member of the Rhino Beetle family) and carries one usage of a high-strength Laser attack. The body is also primarily red rather than yellow.

While sometimes used by Rintarou, Arcbeetle is more commonly the Medarot of choice for the [[Kaitou Retort]]. Until [[Medarot 8]], Arcbeetle was unique in being the only KBT-series Medarot without a KWG-series counterpart; this "missing link" has now been filled by [[Titanbeetle]].

=== [[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.

=== [[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.

=== [[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. Primarily used by Rintarou, though it is also seen to replace Kaitou Retort's original Arcbeetle.

=== [[Kabuto Benimaru|KBT-7 Kabuto Benimaru]] ===

Designed as part of Comic BomBom's [[X-Project]], Kabuto Benimaru sports a thick red horn and two comically large gun-arms. Medarot Navi features him under the alias "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).

=== [[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.

=== [[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, but it is otherwise identical in function to Ikki's Saikachis.

=== [[Kaiser Beetle|KBT-1NF Kaiser Beetle]] ===

The upgraded version of Granbeetle, Kaiser Beetle 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 use [[Medachange]] to grow into a powerful KBT-type.

=== [[Chrotojil|KBT-0CH Chrotojil]] ===

Mascot of Medarot 5's Kabuto version, Chrotojil is the primary Medarot used by protagonist Koishimaru.

=== [[Dechotom|KBT-1CH Dechotom]] ===

While an upgraded version of Chrotojil, Dechotom instead appears in the spinoff game Medarot G.

=== [[Gun-Nose|KBT10-M Gun-Nose]] ===

A brand-new entry into the KBT line in [[Medarot DS]], 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.

=== [[Metabee G|KBT50 Metabee G]] ===

A variant of Metabee with a golden shine appears in Medarot 7; its number is distinct from that of Saikachis (KBT05).

=== [[Sägehorn]] ===

Debuting in [[Medarot 8]], Sägehorn (German for "saw-horn") has the unique distinction of using melee attacks instead of guns.

=== [[Beet]] ===

Mascot of Shingata Medarot's Kabuto version.

== Image gallery ==

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File:Unreleased_M2_KBT_Medarot_Concept_Art_1.png|Unreleased concept art 1
File:Unreleased_M2_KBT_Medarot_Concept_Art_2.png|Unreleased concept art 2
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== See Also ==

* [[KWG-series Medarots|KWG series]] - Kuwagata, the melee-oriented counterparts to KBT.
* [[KLN-series Medarots|KLN series]] - King Lion, a shooting-oriented series that frequently opposes KWG.

[[Category:Medarots by theme]]

KWG-series Medarots

2025-03-15T13:33:33Z

67.69.76.11: /* KWG-1 Rokusho */

'''KWG-series Medarots''' make up one-half of the game series mascot pair (KBT-series being the other). It is one of the most populous model series with a new entry appearing in almost every new game.

KWG is an abbreviation of ''kuwagatamushi'', Japanese for Stag Beetle, whose two large mandibles (which resemble the antlers on a stag) are a major design trait on almost all KWG-series Medarots. The [[Kuwagata Medal]] thus makes a natural fit.

Almost all game protagonists can potentially start with a Kwagata medarot, with Kaido Megumi being the only one who obligatory starts with one. In secondary media like anime and manga KWG-model Medarots are frequently owned by the protagonist's rival or standalone characters (Rokusho in the first anime).

The KWG line follows a linear numbering system from 0 to 15. However, most models released between Medarot 5 and Shingata Medarot receive letters instead of numbers due to the limited space between KWG07 (Kuwagata Baizan) and KWG10 (Sanjuro). Consequently, only Sonic Stag and Luminous Stag were assigned numbers among the seven KWG models created during this period.

Medarotters known for using KWG-series as their primary Medarots are [[Hikaru Agata]], [[Dr. Gengoro Fushihara]], [[Ryou Kaiba]], [[Ikki Tenryou]], [[Yuuzuru Oozora]], [[Kasumi Asano]], [[Koishimaru Tensan]], [[Hikoo Tamayasu]], [[Gamma]], [[Azuma Amakura]], [[Kohaku Himuro]], [[Salt]], [[Tenma Wakakoma]], [[Megumi Kaido]] and [[Kazuma Gotoku]].

== Series Basics ==

=== Aesthetics ===

The vast majority of KWG-series Medarots are easily picked out by their heads, which feature two "antennae" that resemble stag beetles' mandibles. Their armor is somewhat rounded and their bodies thin rather than bulky, reducing their weight when covering the distances needed to use grapple attacks. The majority of KWG-series have white or light grey armor with dark blue highlights, though there are exceptions such as the green accents of Sonic Stag and the full-body blue of Tyrrellbeetle.

=== Abilities ===

The basic set-up for KWG-series makes full use of the [[Kuwagata Medal]] and its alignment towards standard Grapple attacks. The head features a Scan ability to increase its team's Rate of Success, increasing hit rate and Critical Hit frequency. The right arm utilizes weak but quick Sword strikes while the left arm delivers slow but brutal Hammer blows. Two Legs give maximum agility on Forest and Grass fields.

Those models capable of [[Medachange]] transform into missile vehicles, often four-legged or flying. The antennae lower down into proper mandibles for heavy Sword hits; the arms instead deploy into launchers capable of sinking both [[Anti-Air|flying]] and [[Anti-Sea|submerged]] enemies in little time.

== Examples ==

=== [[Rokusho (KWG-0)|KWG-0 Head Scissors]] ===

The mascot of Medarot 1's Kuwagata version, Head Scissors is the archetype upon which most other KWG-series Medarots are based. It features the standard Scan-Sword-Hammer-Two Legs setup. It is most easily distinguished from later versions by its antennae, which are swept back instead of fanned out.

It is frequently seen being used by Hikaru, protagonist of Medarot 1 and supporting character of later games. This model also belonged to Dr. Gengoro Fushihara in the manga.

=== [[Rokusho (KWG-1)|KWG-1 Rokusho]] ===

The refined version of Head Scissors, and the mascot of the ported Kuwagata versions, primarily [[Medarot 2]], [[Medarot 2 Core]], and [[Medabots AX]].

It is commonly used by Ikki Tenryou. This model also appears in the anime series as a prominent character, also belonged to Dr. Gengoro Fushihara.
He is extremely autistic.

=== [[Solin|KWG-2 Solin]] ===

An alternate version of Rokusho that exchanges attack power for additional defense. Easily recognizable by its mono eye, three-claw sword and blue ball-joints.

Commonly used by villains like Dr. Hebereke, Fake Retort and Lady Fake Retort.

=== [[Mach Massive|KWG-3 Mach Massive]] ===

Another version of Rokusho that is used primarily by Rintarou's rival Ryou Kaiba. Rintarou himself is sometimes seen with Mach Massive in place of [[Kantaros]]. Distinguished from earlier KWG-types by its highly angular armor.

=== [[Maquette|KWGXX-M Maquette]] ===

A testbed Medarot used to prototype both Dorcus and Tyrrellbeetle. Easily distinguishable by its massive right arm. Maquette appears in the Medarot 3 manga and is available as DLC in [[Medarot 8]].

=== [[Titanbeetle|KWG-4 Titanbeetle]] ===

Introduced in [[Medarot 8]], Titanbeetle fulfills the long-empty role of a direct partner to [[Arcbeetle]].

=== [[Dorcus|KWG-5 Dorcus]] ===

A direct upgrade to Ikki's Rokusho, Dorcus is the first KWG-series Medarot to feature Medachange, lowering onto all fours. Signature features include its single-edged sword, distinct mallet-like hammer and enlarged arms to store said weapons when not in use.

=== [[Blackstag|KWG-55 Blackstag]] ===

Like Solin does for Rokusho, Blackstag offers different stats from Dorcus. The female Medarot offers greater power and accuracy at a small speed cost. Her Medachange also renders her into a Flying-type rather than a Multi Leg.

=== [[Tyrrellbeetle|KWG-6 Tyrrellbeetle]] ===

Tyrrellbeetle has a few differences from most other KWG-types, owing to its place as [[Arcbeetle-Dash|Arc-Dash's]] counterpart. Its color is primarily blue instead of white, its stag beetle mandibles are actually near its mouth and its shoulders each mount much larger "mandibles" that come together during Medachange.

It is commonly used by Hikaru Agata as an upgrade to his Rokusho.

=== [[Kuwagata Baizan|KWG-7 Kuwagata Baizan]] ===

A product of Comic BomBom's [[X-Project]] competition, Baizan is rather different from most KWG-models. It is styled after a Kendo sportsman and carries swords in his hands, each of which can emit Beams for use as Grapple weapons. In [[Medarot Navi]] it appears under the alias "Masked Kuwagata", ironically without its traditional Kendo mask.

=== [[Sonic Stag|KWG08 Sonic Stag]] ===

Mascot of Medarot Navi's Kuwagata version, Sonic Stag is a light-footed Medarot used by protagonist Kasumi Asano. It trades the standard Scan head ability for Conceal and its Medachange is a starfighter, but it otherwise continues KWG traditons.

=== [[Luminous Stag|KWG09 Luminous Stag]] ===

The upgraded version of Sonic Stag, Luminous Stag has higher attack than its predecessor in exchange for lower lasting power.

=== [[Cameo Stag|KWG0A Cameo Stag]] ===

Another X-Project entry, Cameo Stag is a small, cyan Medarot built on a female Tinpet. It uses Thunder and Freeze attacks instead of standard Grapple weapons.

=== [[Pupa Stag|KWG0B Pupa Stag]] ===

A strange energy-based Medarot that, with enough [[Medaforce]], can [[Medachange]] and grow into a powerful KWG-type.

=== [[Shinzan|KWG0C Shinzan]] ===

The mascot of Medarot 5's Kuwagata version, Shinzan can be seen as the Medarot of either Koishimaru or (in the manga and Kabuto version) his rival Hikoo.

=== [[Adolphin|KWG0D Adolphin]] ===

Though it is the upgraded verion of Shinzan, Adolphin instead appears in the spin-off action game Medarot G.

=== [[Cervo|KWG0E Cervo]] ===

Mascot of Shingata Medarot's Kuwagata version. Mainly used by [[Gamma]].

=== [[Rokusho (KWG00-M)|KWG00-M Rokusho]] ===

A second refined version of Head Scissors, and the mascot of the Kuwagata versions in Medarot 7, although he was introduced in Medarot DS as a starter Medarot before being replaced to Sanjuro.

He is mainly used by Azuma Amakura, Kohaku Himuro, Salt and Kaido Megumi.

=== [[Sanjuro|KWG10-M Sanjuro]] ===

Medarot DS's entry into the KWG line, Sanjuro exchanges his Hammer attack for an enemy-stopping Thunder weapon. His head also features the Commander action instead of Scan.

It belongs to Azuma Amakura in the Kwagata version and Kohaku in Kabuto version and manga.

=== [[P-Rokusho|KWG50 P-Rokusho]] ===

A variant of Rokusho with a platinum shine that appears in Medarot 7; its number is distinct from that of Dorcus (KWG05).

=== [[Hirschkäfer|KWG11-M Hirschkäfer]] ===

Debuting in [[Medarot 8]], Hirschkäfer (German for "stag beetle") is unique in its use of guns instead of melee weapons.

=== [[Monjiro|KWG12-M Monjiro]] ===

KWG mascot from Medarot 9. His head part have the powerful Cyber Core support action, which combines Radar Sight and Stealth and eliminates those statuses from the opponents and have gravity-type Break Hammer in his hammer.

He is used by Tenma Wakakoma.

=== [[Rokusho (KWG01-M)|KWG01-M Rokusho]] ===

A third refined version of Head Scissors, and specifically refers to the purple-accented variant of Rokusho introduced in Medarot 9 and Medarot S.

=== [[Kairen|KWG14 Kairen]] ===

=== [[Omega Stag|KWG15 Omega Stag]] ===

== Image gallery ==

<gallery widths=144px>
File:Unreleased_M2_KWG_Medarot_Concept_Art_1.png‎|Unreleased concept art 1
File:Unreleased_M2_KWG_Medarot_Concept_Art_2.png‎|Unreleased concept art 2
</gallery>

== See Also ==

* [[KBT-series Medarots|KBT series]] - Kabuto, the shooting-oriented counterparts to KWG.
* [[STG-series Medarots|STG series]] - Sabertooth Tiger, a grapple-oriented series that frequently opposes KBT.

[[Category:Medarots by theme]]