Crystal Killer Fish - Revision history

Saix at 18:45, 27 May 2025

2025-05-27T18:45:05Z

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	He has long since abdicated his throne, and has been somewhat reclusive since. Having survived to the present day, "Crys" is not exactly a warrior in his prime. Physically, he's outmatched by most any of the modern Beastformer fighters. But few, if any, can match his psychic powers. His crystalline body and Killer Anchor (キラーアンカー ''Kirā Ankā'') [[MVP Weapon]] can absorb light, focusing and releasing it as a devastating beam that can cut through virtually anything in its path.		He has long since abdicated his throne, and has been somewhat reclusive since. Having survived to the present day, "Crys" is not exactly a warrior in his prime. Physically, he's outmatched by most any of the modern Beastformer fighters. But few, if any, can match his psychic powers. His crystalline body and Killer Anchor (キラーアンカー ''Kirā Ankā'') [[MVP Weapon]] can absorb light, focusing and releasing it as a devastating beam that can cut through virtually anything in its path.

	~~{{TOC}}~~

	==Fiction==		==Fiction==

M Sipher: /* Beastformers */

2023-05-20T07:16:27Z

Beastformers

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	: Naturally, the striped Killer Fish goes for quite a lot on the secondary market (as do both the Battle Drills).		: Naturally, the striped Killer Fish goes for quite a lot on the secondary market (as do both the Battle Drills).
	~~{{--}}~~

	==Notes==		==Notes==

M Sipher: This may be not as big an image, but man, the art is much better so

2022-07-09T09:06:44Z

This may be not as big an image, but man, the art is much better so

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	{{disambig2\|the heroic ancient Beastformer\|the villainous modern Beastformer\|Killer Fish}}		{{disambig2\|the heroic ancient Beastformer\|the villainous modern Beastformer\|Killer Fish}}
	:''Crystal Killer Fish is a [[Beastformer (species)\|Beastformer]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''		:''Crystal Killer Fish is a [[Beastformer (species)\|Beastformer]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
	[[File:BF-art CrystalKillerFish~~-Boxart~~.jpg\|upright=1.67\|thumb\|]]		[[File:BF-art CrystalKillerFish Card.jpg\|upright=1.67\|thumb\|]]

	A servant of the [[Three Wise Ones]] of ancient [[Beast (planet)\|planet Beast]], '''Crystal Killer Fish''' (クリスタルキラーフィッシュ ''Kurisutaru Kirā Fisshu'') ruled the land that would become [[South Snarl\|Lennonia]] as its Emperor. Despite his name, he is a beast of peace, working with all his heart to make the planet a paradise for all who live there.		A servant of the [[Three Wise Ones]] of ancient [[Beast (planet)\|planet Beast]], '''Crystal Killer Fish''' (クリスタルキラーフィッシュ ''Kurisutaru Kirā Fisshu'') ruled the land that would become [[South Snarl\|Lennonia]] as its Emperor. Despite his name, he is a beast of peace, working with all his heart to make the planet a paradise for all who live there.

M Sipher at 10:34, 4 July 2022

2022-07-04T10:34:32Z

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	===Beastformers===		===Beastformers===
	{{anchor\|Perfect6}}		{{anchor\|Perfect6}}
	[[~~Image~~:BF-~~Perfect6setbox~~.jpg\|right\|thumb\|~~200px~~\|Even the other Beastformers agree, he is curiously attractive for a fishman...]]		[[File:BF-toy CrystalKillerFish yahoo.jpg\|right\|thumb\|upright=1.67\|Even the other Beastformers agree, he is curiously attractive for a fishman...]]
	*'''Perfect 6-Piece Set''' (Box set, 1988)		*'''Perfect 6-Piece Set''' (Box set, 1988)
	**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon		**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon

	: Released in the post-''Transformers'' sequel series of ''[[Beastformers (franchise)\|Beastformers]]'', Crystal Killer Fish is a colorless-clear, paint-less version of the [[Killer Fish#Toys\|Killer Fish]] toy, a small soft-plastic figure of an anthropomorphic fish with robotic armor. The [[rubsign\|Battle Emblem]] on his chest reveals one of three symbols when warmed up; Fire, Water or Wood. ~~His~~ "Killer Anchor" weapon is still the normal dull silver of the regular toy~~, however~~, probably due to being [[gang-molding\|gang-molded]] with the other Beastformer weapons of that color.		: Released in the post-''Transformers'' sequel series of ''[[Beastformers (franchise)\|Beastformers]]'', Crystal Killer Fish is a colorless-clear, paint-less version of the [[Killer Fish#Toys\|Killer Fish]] toy, a small soft-plastic figure of an anthropomorphic fish with robotic armor. The [[rubsign\|Battle Emblem]] on his chest reveals one of three symbols when warmed up; Fire, Water or Wood.

			: Despite what the box-art shows, his "Killer Anchor" weapon is still the normal dull silver of the regular toy, probably due to being [[gang-molding\|gang-molded]] with the other Beastformer weapons of that color.

	: He was commonly available as part of the "Perfect 6-Piece Set" (パーフェクト6体セット ''Pāfekuto 6 Tai Setto'', the English text on the packaging renders it as "Beastformer 6 Animals Set") multi-pack. Five of the six slots in this box set will always have Crystal Killer Fish, plus the "common" Beastformers [[Baboon#Toys\|Baboon]], [[Cobrander#Toys\|Cobrander]], [[Eagle Killer#Toys\|Eagle Killer]], and [[Shield Dragon#Toys\|Shield Dragon]]. The sixth would be either [[Demonkey#Toys\|Demonkey]] or [[Little Serow#Toys\|Little Serow]], both of whom were ''also'' only available in this set, meaning you'd need to buy two for a complete collection. Thankfully, a panel on the bottom-right corner of the box back tells the buyer which six figures are in that set, so at least it's not [[blindpacking\|blind luck]] this time.		: He was commonly available as part of the "Perfect 6-Piece Set" (パーフェクト6体セット ''Pāfekuto 6 Tai Setto'', the English text on the packaging renders it as "Beastformer 6 Animals Set") multi-pack. Five of the six slots in this box set will always have Crystal Killer Fish, plus the "common" Beastformers [[Baboon#Toys\|Baboon]], [[Cobrander#Toys\|Cobrander]], [[Eagle Killer#Toys\|Eagle Killer]], and [[Shield Dragon#Toys\|Shield Dragon]]. The sixth would be either [[Demonkey#Toys\|Demonkey]] or [[Little Serow#Toys\|Little Serow]], both of whom were ''also'' only available in this set, meaning you'd need to buy two for a complete collection. Thankfully, a panel on the bottom-right corner of the box back tells the buyer which six figures are in that set, so at least it's not [[blindpacking\|blind luck]] this time.

M Sipher at 10:26, 4 July 2022

2022-07-04T10:26:55Z

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	{{disambig2\|the heroic ancient Beastformer\|the villainous modern Beastformer\|Killer Fish}}		{{disambig2\|the heroic ancient Beastformer\|the villainous modern Beastformer\|Killer Fish}}
	:''Crystal Killer Fish is a [[Beastformer]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''		:''Crystal Killer Fish is a [[Beastformer (species)\|Beastformer]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
	~~{{mainpic}}~~		[[File:BF-art CrystalKillerFish-Boxart.jpg\|upright=1.67\|thumb\|]]

	A servant of the [[Three Wise Ones]] of ancient [[Beast (planet)\|planet Beast]], '''Crystal Killer Fish''' (クリスタルキラーフィッシュ ''Kurisutaru Kirā Fisshu'') ruled the land that would become [[South Snarl\|Lennonia]] as its Emperor. Despite his name, he is a beast of peace, working with all his heart to make the planet a paradise for all who live there.		A servant of the [[Three Wise Ones]] of ancient [[Beast (planet)\|planet Beast]], '''Crystal Killer Fish''' (クリスタルキラーフィッシュ ''Kurisutaru Kirā Fisshu'') ruled the land that would become [[South Snarl\|Lennonia]] as its Emperor. Despite his name, he is a beast of peace, working with all his heart to make the planet a paradise for all who live there.

	He has long since abdicated his throne, and has been somewhat reclusive since. Having survived to the present day, "Crys" is not exactly a warrior in his prime. Physically, he's outmatched by most any of the modern Beastformer fighters. But few, if any, can match his psychic powers. His crystalline body and Killer Anchor (キラーアンカー ''Kirā Ankā'') [[MVP Weapon]] can absorb light, focusing and releasing it as a devastating beam that can cut through virtually anything in its path.		He has long since abdicated his throne, and has been somewhat reclusive since. Having survived to the present day, "Crys" is not exactly a warrior in his prime. Physically, he's outmatched by most any of the modern Beastformer fighters. But few, if any, can match his psychic powers. His crystalline body and Killer Anchor (キラーアンカー ''Kirā Ankā'') [[MVP Weapon]] can absorb light, focusing and releasing it as a devastating beam that can cut through virtually anything in its path.

			{{TOC}}

	==Fiction==		==Fiction==

M Sipher: /* Beastformers */

2022-02-12T13:36:35Z

Beastformers

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	**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon		**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon

	: Released in the post-''Transformers'' sequel series of ''[[Beastformers]]'', Crystal Killer Fish is a colorless-clear, paint-less version of the [[Killer Fish#Toys\|Killer Fish]] toy, a small soft-plastic figure of an anthropomorphic fish with robotic armor. The [[rubsign\|Battle Emblem]] on his chest reveals one of three symbols when warmed up; Fire, Water or Wood. His "Killer Anchor" weapon is still the normal dull silver of the regular toy, however, probably due to being [[gang-molding\|gang-molded]] with the other Beastformer weapons of that color.		: Released in the post-''Transformers'' sequel series of ''[[Beastformers (franchise)\|Beastformers]]'', Crystal Killer Fish is a colorless-clear, paint-less version of the [[Killer Fish#Toys\|Killer Fish]] toy, a small soft-plastic figure of an anthropomorphic fish with robotic armor. The [[rubsign\|Battle Emblem]] on his chest reveals one of three symbols when warmed up; Fire, Water or Wood. His "Killer Anchor" weapon is still the normal dull silver of the regular toy, however, probably due to being [[gang-molding\|gang-molded]] with the other Beastformer weapons of that color.

	: He was commonly available as part of the "Perfect 6-Piece Set" (パーフェクト6体セット ''Pāfekuto 6 Tai Setto''~~) multi-pack. (The~~ English text on the packaging renders it as "Beastformer 6 Animals Set".~~) One~~ of the six slots in this box set will always have Crystal Killer Fish, ~~randomly taking the place of one of~~ the ~~six~~ "~~normal~~" ~~figures in the pack:~~ [[Baboon]], [[Cobrander#Toys\|Cobrander]], [[~~Demonkey~~]], [[~~Eagle Killer~~]], [[~~Little Serow~~]], or [[~~Shield Dragon~~]]~~. Given that this set was the~~ ''only'~~' way~~ to ~~obtain Demonkey and Little Serow in~~ the ~~entirety~~ of ~~''Beastformers''<nowiki>~~'s~~</nowiki> run, having Crystal Killer Fish replace one of those two would be... frustrating~~.		: He was commonly available as part of the "Perfect 6-Piece Set" (パーフェクト6体セット ''Pāfekuto 6 Tai Setto'', the English text on the packaging renders it as "Beastformer 6 Animals Set") multi-pack. Five of the six slots in this box set will always have Crystal Killer Fish, plus the "common" Beastformers [[Baboon#Toys\|Baboon]], [[Cobrander#Toys\|Cobrander]], [[Eagle Killer#Toys\|Eagle Killer]], and [[Shield Dragon#Toys\|Shield Dragon]]. The sixth would be either [[Demonkey#Toys\|Demonkey]] or [[Little Serow#Toys\|Little Serow]], both of whom were ''also'' only available in this set, meaning you'd need to buy two for a complete collection. Thankfully, a panel on the bottom-right corner of the box back tells the buyer which six figures are in that set, so at least it's not [[blindpacking\|blind luck]] this time.

	{{-}}{{anchor\|clear}}{{anchor\|clear-stripe}}		{{-}}{{anchor\|clear}}{{anchor\|clear-stripe}}

M Sipher: /* Beastformers */

2022-02-04T05:35:26Z

Beastformers

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	**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon		**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon

	: Released in the post-''Transformers'' sequel series of ''[[Beastformers]]'', Crystal Killer Fish is a colorless-clear, paint-less version of the [[Killer Fish#Toys\|Killer Fish]] toy, a small soft-plastic figure of an anthropomorphic fish with robotic armor. The [[rubsign]] on his chest reveals one of three symbols; Fire, Water or Wood. His "Killer Anchor" weapon ~~was~~ still the normal dull silver of the regular toy, however, probably due to being [[gang-molding\|gang-molded]] with the other Beastformer weapons of that color.		: Released in the post-''Transformers'' sequel series of ''[[Beastformers]]'', Crystal Killer Fish is a colorless-clear, paint-less version of the [[Killer Fish#Toys\|Killer Fish]] toy, a small soft-plastic figure of an anthropomorphic fish with robotic armor. The [[rubsign\|Battle Emblem]] on his chest reveals one of three symbols when warmed up; Fire, Water or Wood. His "Killer Anchor" weapon is still the normal dull silver of the regular toy, however, probably due to being [[gang-molding\|gang-molded]] with the other Beastformer weapons of that color.

	: He was commonly available as part of the "Perfect 6-Piece Set" (パーフェクト6体セット ''Pāfekuto 6 Tai Setto'') multi-pack. (The English text on the packaging renders it as "Beastformer 6 Animals Set".) One of the six slots in this box set will always have Crystal Killer Fish, randomly taking the place of one of the six "normal" figures in the pack: [[Baboon]], [[Cobrander#Toys\|Cobrander]], [[Demonkey]], [[Eagle Killer]], [[Little Serow]], or [[Shield Dragon]]. Given that this set was the ''only'' way to obtain Demonkey and Little Serow in the entirety of ''Beastformers''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> run, having Crystal Killer Fish replace one of those two would be... frustrating.		: He was commonly available as part of the "Perfect 6-Piece Set" (パーフェクト6体セット ''Pāfekuto 6 Tai Setto'') multi-pack. (The English text on the packaging renders it as "Beastformer 6 Animals Set".) One of the six slots in this box set will always have Crystal Killer Fish, randomly taking the place of one of the six "normal" figures in the pack: [[Baboon]], [[Cobrander#Toys\|Cobrander]], [[Demonkey]], [[Eagle Killer]], [[Little Serow]], or [[Shield Dragon]]. Given that this set was the ''only'' way to obtain Demonkey and Little Serow in the entirety of ''Beastformers''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> run, having Crystal Killer Fish replace one of those two would be... frustrating.
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	: Crystal Killer Fish was also available as a prizes in "punch-box" giveaways in various stores. Basically, kids would punch through a paper front on a multi-compartment box, each containing a random ''Beastformers'' toy prize.		: Crystal Killer Fish was also available as a prizes in "punch-box" giveaways in various stores. Basically, kids would punch through a paper front on a multi-compartment box, each containing a random ''Beastformers'' toy prize.

	: The first promo had 24 spaces, which were filled with the normal colorless-clear Crystal Killer Fish from the above set, a single grand-prize exclusive-colors red [[Battle Drill]] with [[Kingbuster#Toys\|Kingbuster]], and then 21 random standard ''Beastformers'' boxed toys, with a small baggie of assorted Beastformers weapons taped to the top of their boxes.		: The first promo had 24 spaces, two of which which were filled with the normal colorless-clear Crystal Killer Fish from the above set, a single grand-prize exclusive-colors red [[Battle Drill]] with [[Kingbuster#Toys\|Kingbuster]], and then 21 random standard ''Beastformers'' boxed toys, with a small baggie of assorted Beastformers weapons taped to the top of their boxes.

	: The second punch-box promo had two exclusive Crystal Killer Fish with mottled-brownish stripes, every one being a unique pattern due to the {{w\|water transfer printing}} method used for the change. The other prizes included a single ''different'' exclusive Battle Drill (this time in blue) with Kingbuster, and 21 baggies of random Beastformers weapons, kind of a downgrade from the first one.		: The second punch-box promo had two exclusive Crystal Killer Fish with mottled-brownish stripes, every one being a unique pattern due to the {{w\|water transfer printing}} method used for the change. The other prizes included a single ''different'' exclusive Battle Drill (this time in blue) with Kingbuster, and 21 baggies of random Beastformers weapons, kind of a downgrade from the first one.

M Sipher: /* Toys */

2021-10-25T04:09:10Z

Toys

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			[[File:BF-toy CrystalKillerFish striped.jpg\|upright=1.67\|thumb\|Fish dipped in soy sauce. (''Super-rare prize version pictured'')]]
	*'''Crystal Killer Fish''' (Beastformer, 1988)		*'''Crystal Killer Fish''' (Beastformer, 1988)
	**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon		**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon
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	: The second punch-box promo had two exclusive Crystal Killer Fish with mottled-brownish stripes, every one being a unique pattern due to the {{w\|water transfer printing}} method used for the change. The other prizes included a single ''different'' exclusive Battle Drill (this time in blue) with Kingbuster, and 21 baggies of random Beastformers weapons, kind of a downgrade from the first one.		: The second punch-box promo had two exclusive Crystal Killer Fish with mottled-brownish stripes, every one being a unique pattern due to the {{w\|water transfer printing}} method used for the change. The other prizes included a single ''different'' exclusive Battle Drill (this time in blue) with Kingbuster, and 21 baggies of random Beastformers weapons, kind of a downgrade from the first one.

	: Naturally, the ~~mottled~~ Killer Fish goes for quite a lot on the secondary market (as do both the Battle Drills).		: Naturally, the striped Killer Fish goes for quite a lot on the secondary market (as do both the Battle Drills).
	{{--}}		{{--}}

Saix at 02:43, 25 October 2021

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	He has long since abdicated his throne, and has been somewhat reclusive since. Having survived to the present day, "Crys" is not exactly a warrior in his prime. Physically, he's outmatched by most any of the modern Beastformer fighters. But few, if any, can match his psychic powers. His crystalline body and Killer Anchor (キラーアンカー ''Kirā Ankā'') [[MVP Weapon]] can absorb light, focusing and releasing it as a devastating beam that can cut through virtually anything in its path.		He has long since abdicated his throne, and has been somewhat reclusive since. Having survived to the present day, "Crys" is not exactly a warrior in his prime. Physically, he's outmatched by most any of the modern Beastformer fighters. But few, if any, can match his psychic powers. His crystalline body and Killer Anchor (キラーアンカー ''Kirā Ankā'') [[MVP Weapon]] can absorb light, focusing and releasing it as a devastating beam that can cut through virtually anything in its path.


	~~{{TOC}}~~

	==Fiction==		==Fiction==
	~~===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===~~		===''Legends'' comic===
	====''Legends'' comic====
	In [[2038]], the then-peaceful Beast was invaded by [[Galvatron II]]'s [[Decepticon]]s. Crystal Killer Fish was part of the joint Beastformer-Laser Beast alliance that fought against the invaders. When the [[Three Wise Ones]] made their presence known during the battle, Crystal Killer Fish kneeled in deference. {{Storylink\|The Road to Legends' Revival Chapter 3}}		In [[2038]], the then-peaceful Beast was invaded by [[Galvatron II]]'s [[Decepticon]]s. Crystal Killer Fish was part of the joint Beastformer-Laser Beast alliance that fought against the invaders. When the [[Three Wise Ones]] made their presence known during the battle, Crystal Killer Fish kneeled in deference. {{Storylink\|The Road to Legends' Revival Chapter 3}}

	~~{{-}}~~
	==Toys==		==Toys==
	===Beastformers===		===Beastformers===
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	: Naturally, the mottled Killer Fish goes for quite a lot on the secondary market (as do both the Battle Drills).		: Naturally, the mottled Killer Fish goes for quite a lot on the secondary market (as do both the Battle Drills).
			{{--}}

	~~{{-}}~~
	==Notes==		==Notes==
	* For a very long time, it was simply assumed that Crystal Killer Fish was just a new version of the original Killer Fish character, like the "Ghost [[Alligatron]]" toy. But the toy's cardback bio is pretty dang incompatible with normal Killer Fish's bios. "[[Rebellion on Planet Beast]]" showed the Killer Fish as a "species" of generic Beasts, so there's at least some precedent for there being more than one of this kind of guy.		*For a very long time, it was simply assumed that Crystal Killer Fish was just a new version of the original Killer Fish character, like the "Ghost [[Alligatron]]" toy. But the toy's cardback bio is pretty dang incompatible with normal Killer Fish's bios. "[[Rebellion on Planet Beast]]" showed the Killer Fish as a "species" of generic Beasts, so there's at least some precedent for there being more than one of this kind of guy.
	* Crystal's pack-in bio card lacks an ID number, instead having ''~~'限定'~~'' (~~''gentei''~~), meaning "exclusive" or "limited edition", in its place.		*Crystal Killer Fish's pack-in bio card lacks an ID number, instead having ''gentei'' (限定), meaning "exclusive" or "limited edition", in its place.
	* There is no story attached to the brown-striped Crystal Killer Fish~~, no fictional explanation for just what the deal is with him. This~~ is the only ''Beastformers'' figure without any kind of ~~story~~ behind it.		*There is no story attached to the brown-striped Crystal Killer Fish; this is the only ''Beastformers'' figure without any kind of explanation behind it.

M Sipher: Guess who's a different character from Killer Fish!

2021-10-25T02:12:27Z

Guess who's a different character from Killer Fish!

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{{disambig2|the heroic ancient Beastformer|the villainous modern Beastformer|Killer Fish}}
:''Crystal Killer Fish is a [[Beastformer]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
{{mainpic}}
A servant of the [[Three Wise Ones]] of ancient [[Beast (planet)|planet Beast]], '''Crystal Killer Fish''' (クリスタルキラーフィッシュ ''Kurisutaru Kirā Fisshu'') ruled the land that would become [[South Snarl|Lennonia]] as its Emperor. Despite his name, he is a beast of peace, working with all his heart to make the planet a paradise for all who live there.

He has long since abdicated his throne, and has been somewhat reclusive since. Having survived to the present day, "Crys" is not exactly a warrior in his prime. Physically, he's outmatched by most any of the modern Beastformer fighters. But few, if any, can match his psychic powers. His crystalline body and Killer Anchor (キラーアンカー ''Kirā Ankā'') [[MVP Weapon]] can absorb light, focusing and releasing it as a devastating beam that can cut through virtually anything in its path.

{{TOC}}

==Fiction==
===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''Legends'' comic====
In [[2038]], the then-peaceful Beast was invaded by [[Galvatron II]]'s [[Decepticon]]s. Crystal Killer Fish was part of the joint Beastformer-Laser Beast alliance that fought against the invaders. When the [[Three Wise Ones]] made their presence known during the battle, Crystal Killer Fish kneeled in deference. {{Storylink|The Road to Legends' Revival Chapter 3}}

{{-}}
==Toys==
===Beastformers===
{{anchor|Perfect6}}
[[Image:BF-Perfect6setbox.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Even the other Beastformers agree, he is curiously attractive for a fishman...]]
*'''Perfect 6-Piece Set''' (Box set, 1988)
**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon

: Released in the post-''Transformers'' sequel series of ''[[Beastformers]]'', Crystal Killer Fish is a colorless-clear, paint-less version of the [[Killer Fish#Toys|Killer Fish]] toy, a small soft-plastic figure of an anthropomorphic fish with robotic armor. The [[rubsign]] on his chest reveals one of three symbols; Fire, Water or Wood. His "Killer Anchor" weapon was still the normal dull silver of the regular toy, however, probably due to being [[gang-molding|gang-molded]] with the other Beastformer weapons of that color.

: He was commonly available as part of the "Perfect 6-Piece Set" (パーフェクト6体セット ''Pāfekuto 6 Tai Setto'') multi-pack. (The English text on the packaging renders it as "Beastformer 6 Animals Set".) One of the six slots in this box set will always have Crystal Killer Fish, randomly taking the place of one of the six "normal" figures in the pack: [[Baboon]], [[Cobrander#Toys|Cobrander]], [[Demonkey]], [[Eagle Killer]], [[Little Serow]], or [[Shield Dragon]]. Given that this set was the ''only'' way to obtain Demonkey and Little Serow in the entirety of ''Beastformers''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> run, having Crystal Killer Fish replace one of those two would be... frustrating.

{{-}}{{anchor|clear}}{{anchor|clear-stripe}}
*'''Crystal Killer Fish''' (Beastformer, 1988)
**''Accessories'': "Killer Anchor" MVP Weapon

: Crystal Killer Fish was also available as a prizes in "punch-box" giveaways in various stores. Basically, kids would punch through a paper front on a multi-compartment box, each containing a random ''Beastformers'' toy prize.

: The first promo had 24 spaces, which were filled with the normal colorless-clear Crystal Killer Fish from the above set, a single grand-prize exclusive-colors red [[Battle Drill]] with [[Kingbuster#Toys|Kingbuster]], and then 21 random standard ''Beastformers'' boxed toys, with a small baggie of assorted Beastformers weapons taped to the top of their boxes.

: The second punch-box promo had two exclusive Crystal Killer Fish with mottled-brownish stripes, every one being a unique pattern due to the {{w|water transfer printing}} method used for the change. The other prizes included a single ''different'' exclusive Battle Drill (this time in blue) with Kingbuster, and 21 baggies of random Beastformers weapons, kind of a downgrade from the first one.

: Naturally, the mottled Killer Fish goes for quite a lot on the secondary market (as do both the Battle Drills).

{{-}}
==Notes==
* For a very long time, it was simply assumed that Crystal Killer Fish was just a new version of the original Killer Fish character, like the "Ghost [[Alligatron]]" toy. But the toy's cardback bio is pretty dang incompatible with normal Killer Fish's bios. "[[Rebellion on Planet Beast]]" showed the Killer Fish as a "species" of generic Beasts, so there's at least some precedent for there being more than one of this kind of guy.
* Crystal's pack-in bio card lacks an ID number, instead having '''限定''' (''gentei''), meaning "exclusive" or "limited edition", in its place.
* There is no story attached to the brown-striped Crystal Killer Fish, no fictional explanation for just what the deal is with him. This is the only ''Beastformers'' figure without any kind of story behind it.

[[Category:Beastformers]]
[[Category:Beastformers emperors]]
[[Category:Legends Beastformers]]