Insecticon (BW) - Revision history

BerylRoll at 21:22, 10 May 2026

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	Later, the Predacons discovered Razorbeast's base and attacked. Insecticon was part of the force that vastly ountnumbered the Maximals. Just in time, though, a new Maximal group broke into the fight, winning the day. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 4\|The Gathering #4}}		Later, the Predacons discovered Razorbeast's base and attacked. Insecticon was part of the force that vastly ountnumbered the Maximals. Just in time, though, a new Maximal group broke into the fight, winning the day. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 4\|The Gathering #4}}

	A few weeks later, Insecticon participated in another attack on the Maximal base. {{storylink\|The Ascending issue 1\|The Ascending #1}} Unfortunately, he soon found himself facing down [[Grimlock (G1)\|Grimlock]], and was promptly stomped and chewed on. He didn't do much better against [[Apache]] when he and the rest of the [[Pack]] showed up as Maximal reinforcements. {{storylink\|The Ascending issue 2\|The Ascending #2}} After witnessing the arrival of [[Latolata\|Rartorata]], Insecticon was among the Predacons to return to [[Cybertron (planet)\|Cybertron]] and join the fight against [[Shokaract]]. {{storylink\|The Ascending issue 3\|The Ascending #3}} Shortly after the battle begun, Insecticon, [[K-9]], and [[Wolfang (Maximal)\|Wolfang]] were destroyed by a single blast from Shokaract. {{storylink\|The Ascending issue 4\|The Ascending #4}}		A few weeks later, Insecticon participated in another attack on the Maximal base. {{storylink\|The Ascending issue 1\|The Ascending #1}} Unfortunately, he soon found himself facing down [[Grimlock (G1)\|Grimlock]], and was promptly stomped and chewed on. He didn't do much better against [[Apache (BW)\|Apache]] when he and the rest of the [[Pack]] showed up as Maximal reinforcements. {{storylink\|The Ascending issue 2\|The Ascending #2}} After witnessing the arrival of [[Latolata\|Rartorata]], Insecticon was among the Predacons to return to [[Cybertron (planet)\|Cybertron]] and join the fight against [[Shokaract]]. {{storylink\|The Ascending issue 3\|The Ascending #3}} Shortly after the battle begun, Insecticon, [[K-9]], and [[Wolfang (Maximal)\|Wolfang]] were destroyed by a single blast from Shokaract. {{storylink\|The Ascending issue 4\|The Ascending #4}}

	===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===		===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===

BerylRoll: /* Foreign names */

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Foreign names

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	===Foreign names===		===Foreign names===
	*''Japanese:'' '''Kuwagiger''' (クワガイガー ''Kuwagaigā'')<ref>This name is derived from ''kuwagata'' (鍬形, "stag beetle"). This particular [[Japanese language\|romanization]] was used on ~~a Japanese~~ ''Beast Wars'' ~~[http://www18.tok2.com/home/jackhama/transformers/bwtcard_1/img/023.jpg trading card]~~.</ref>		*''Japanese:'' '''Kuwagiger''' (クワガイガー ''Kuwagaigā'')<ref>This name is derived from ''kuwagata'' (鍬形, "stag beetle"). This particular [[Japanese language\|romanization]] was used on card #023 of ''[[Beast Wars Collection Card (Takara)\|Beast Wars Collection Card]]''.</ref>

	==References==		==References==

Saix: /* Foreign names */

2026-05-01T17:01:09Z

Foreign names

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	===Foreign names===		===Foreign names===
	*''Japanese:'' '''Kuwagiger''' (クワガイガー ''Kuwagaigā'')<ref>This name is derived from "kuwagata" (鍬形, "stag beetle"). This particular [[Japanese language\|romanization]] was used on a Japanese ''Beast Wars'' [http://www18.tok2.com/home/jackhama/transformers/bwtcard_1/img/023.jpg trading card].</ref>		*''Japanese:'' '''Kuwagiger''' (クワガイガー ''Kuwagaigā'')<ref>This name is derived from ''kuwagata'' (鍬形, "stag beetle"). This particular [[Japanese language\|romanization]] was used on a Japanese ''Beast Wars'' [http://www18.tok2.com/home/jackhama/transformers/bwtcard_1/img/023.jpg trading card].</ref>

	==References==		==References==

Saix: Don't think the divine implication is intended here

2026-05-01T17:00:06Z

Don't think the divine implication is intended here

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	:*''Accessories'': 2-part crossbow		:*''Accessories'': 2-part crossbow

	: For his [[TakaraTomy\|Takara]] release, Kuwagiger was available both as an individually-boxed toy, and in an "~~Heaven~~ Showdown" (大空の対決 ''Ōzora no Taiketsu'') two-pack with [[Airazor (BW)#VS10\|Airazor]]. Both toys were identical to their individual releases.		: For his [[TakaraTomy\|Takara]] release, Kuwagiger was available both as an individually-boxed toy, and in an "Open Sky Showdown" (大空の対決 ''Ōzora no Taiketsu'') two-pack with [[Airazor (BW)#VS10\|Airazor]]. Both toys were identical to their individual releases.

	==Merchandise==		==Merchandise==

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	: For his [[TakaraTomy\|Takara]] release, Kuwagiger was available both as an individually-boxed toy, and in an "Heaven Showdown" (大空の対決 ''Ōzora no Taiketsu'') two-pack with [[Airazor (BW)#VS10\|Airazor]]. Both toys were identical to their individual releases.		: For his [[TakaraTomy\|Takara]] release, Kuwagiger was available both as an individually-boxed toy, and in an "Heaven Showdown" (大空の対決 ''Ōzora no Taiketsu'') two-pack with [[Airazor (BW)#VS10\|Airazor]]. Both toys were identical to their individual releases.
	~~{{-}}~~

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	* '''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''' (1997)		* '''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''' (1997)
	:Insecticon was one of the 24 beast warriors to receive a battle card representation for the ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game\|card game]].		:Insecticon was one of the 24 beast warriors to receive a battle card representation for the ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game\|card game]].
	~~{{--}}~~

	==Notes==		==Notes==
	* Insecticon was at one point slated to join the cast of the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|''Beast Wars'' TV show]]. A remnant of this can be found in the script to "[[Power Surge (episode)\|Power Surge]]" ~~on [[Ben Yee]]'s website~~, where it is noted most of Insecticon's intended lines (including the ''"If you are second in command, what is your command?"'' exchange with [[Scorponok (BW)\|Scorponok]]) were transferred to [[Waspinator (BW)\|Waspinator]].		* Insecticon was at one point slated to join the cast of the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|''Beast Wars'' TV show]]. A remnant of this can be found in the script to "[[Power Surge (episode)\|Power Surge]]", where it is noted most of Insecticon's intended lines (including the "If you are second in command, what is your command?" exchange with [[Scorponok (BW)\|Scorponok]]) were transferred to [[Waspinator (BW)\|Waspinator]].
	<blockquote>'''CHANGES FROM 1ST DRAFT TO FINAL''' - The Only Change is the removal of Insectacon {{sic}}. Some of his lines have gone to Waspinator. Changes are marked with an asterisk. - ''Power Surge'' script notes</blockquote>		<blockquote>'''CHANGES FROM 1ST DRAFT TO FINAL''' - The Only Change is the removal of Insectacon {{sic}}. Some of his lines have gone to Waspinator. Changes are marked with an asterisk. - ''Power Surge'' script notes</blockquote>
	* [[Chop Shop (Cyberworld)\|''Cyberworld'' Chop Shop]] appears to be a direct homage to Insecticon, sharing the same major body design elements.		* [[Chop Shop (Cyberworld)\|''Cyberworld'' Chop Shop]] appears to be a direct homage to Insecticon, sharing the same major body design elements.

	===Foreign names===		===Foreign names===
	*''Japanese:'' '''Kuwagiger''' (クワガイガー ''Kuwagaigā'')<ref>This name is derived from "kuwagata" (鍬形), ~~meaning~~ "stag beetle". This particular [[Japanese language\|romanization]] was used on a Japanese ''Beast Wars'' [http://www18.tok2.com/home/jackhama/transformers/bwtcard_1/img/023.jpg trading card].</ref>		*''Japanese:'' '''Kuwagiger''' (クワガイガー ''Kuwagaigā'')<ref>This name is derived from "kuwagata" (鍬形, "stag beetle"). This particular [[Japanese language\|romanization]] was used on a Japanese ''Beast Wars'' [http://www18.tok2.com/home/jackhama/transformers/bwtcard_1/img/023.jpg trading card].</ref>

	==References==		==References==

AzimuthAcolyte: Magmatron -> Magmatron (BW) update

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Magmatron -> Magmatron (BW) update

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	Insecticon was one of the many [[Decepticon]]s who joined [[Cicadacon]] in surrendering to the [[Autobot]]s. {{storylink\|Dawn of the Predacus}}		Insecticon was one of the many [[Decepticon]]s who joined [[Cicadacon]] in surrendering to the [[Autobot]]s. {{storylink\|Dawn of the Predacus}}

	Later, Insecticon became one of the [[protoform]]s jettisoned by the ''[[Axalon (BW)\|Axalon]]'' on prehistoric [[Earth]]. He was activated and put in [[chronal phase]] by [[Razorbeast]] at [[Magmatron]]'s request. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 1\|The Gathering #1}} The newly born Predacon quickly joined Magmatron. He was sent to hunt down the [[Maximal]]s that Razorbeast had also awakened. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 2\|The Gathering #2}}		Later, Insecticon became one of the [[protoform]]s jettisoned by the ''[[Axalon (BW)\|Axalon]]'' on prehistoric [[Earth]]. He was activated and put in [[chronal phase]] by [[Razorbeast]] at [[Magmatron (BW)\|Magmatron]]'s request. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 1\|The Gathering #1}} The newly born Predacon quickly joined Magmatron. He was sent to hunt down the [[Maximal]]s that Razorbeast had also awakened. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 2\|The Gathering #2}}

	While investigating a swampy area with [[Transquito]], [[Powerpinch]], [[Scourge (BW)\|Scourge]], and [[Retrax]], Insecticon discovered they were not alone. Several of his teammates were taken down by the [[Mutant (BW)\|Mutants]], who declare that no Maximal or Predacon is welcome in their home. Insecticon and Scourge retreated, abandoning the swamp to its inhabitants. While running, they whimpered that the sector was all clear and there was nothing to report. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 3\|The Gathering #3}}		While investigating a swampy area with [[Transquito]], [[Powerpinch]], [[Scourge (BW)\|Scourge]], and [[Retrax]], Insecticon discovered they were not alone. Several of his teammates were taken down by the [[Mutant (BW)\|Mutants]], who declare that no Maximal or Predacon is welcome in their home. Insecticon and Scourge retreated, abandoning the swamp to its inhabitants. While running, they whimpered that the sector was all clear and there was nothing to report. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 3\|The Gathering #3}}

PBChew18: /* Beast Wars: Uprising */

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Beast Wars: Uprising

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	===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===		===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===
	Insecticon was on the Predacon team in the fateful final match of the [[Games (competition)\|Games]], which was interrupted by [[Lio Convoy]]'s assassination of [[Supersonic]] and call for an uprising against the [[Builder of Cybertron\|Builder]]s. {{storylink\|Broken Windshields}} Like much of his teammates, Insecticon chose to abandon the match rather than stick around. {{storylink\|Head Games}}		Insecticon was on the Predacon team in the fateful final match of the [[Games (competition)\|Games]], which was interrupted by [[Lio Convoy (BW)\|Lio Convoy]]'s assassination of [[Supersonic]] and call for an uprising against the [[Builder of Cybertron\|Builder]]s. {{storylink\|Broken Windshields}} Like much of his teammates, Insecticon chose to abandon the match rather than stick around. {{storylink\|Head Games}}

	By the six year of the [[Grand Uprising]], he had joined the [[Resistance (BWU)\|Resistance]]. At the start of the [[Vehicon Apocalypse]], he arrived with [[CatSCAN]] and [[Beetle]] to assist [[Magna Stampede]] in [[Harmonex]]. {{storylink\|Derailment}}		By the six year of the [[Grand Uprising]], he had joined the [[Resistance (BWU)\|Resistance]]. At the start of the [[Vehicon Apocalypse]], he arrived with [[CatSCAN]] and [[Beetle]] to assist [[Magna Stampede]] in [[Harmonex]]. {{storylink\|Derailment}}

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	==Toys==		==Toys==
	===''Beast Wars''===		===''Beast Wars''===
	[[File:BW Insecticon toy.jpg\|thumb\|upright=1.66\|right]]		[[File:BW Insecticon toy.jpg\|thumb\|upright=1.66\|right\|"It's got a Kuwagiger, ya young watchacallit... idiot!"]]
	<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-p1\|'''Insecticon''' (Basic, 1996/1998)}}</ul>		<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-p1\|'''Insecticon''' (Basic, 1996/1998)}}</ul>
	:*''Takara name:'' '''Kuwagiger'''		:*''Takara name:'' '''Kuwagiger'''

Nu-Priest: /* 2005 IDW continuity */

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2005 IDW continuity

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	===2005 IDW continuity===		===2005 IDW continuity===
	Insecticon was one of [[Shockwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity\|Onyx Prime]]'s Maximals. He and a horde of beasts attacked the [[Throttlebot]]s on [[Regalis V]], but were driven off by [[Prowl (G1)\|Prowl]] and his allies. {{storylink\|The Dead Come Home, Part 2 (of 2)}}		Insecticon was one of [[Shockwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity\|Onyx Prime]]'s Maximals. He and a horde of beasts attacked the [[Throttlebot]]s on [[Regalis V]], but were driven off by [[Prowl (G1)\|Prowl]] and his allies. {{storylink\|The Dead Come Home, Part 2 (of 2)}} When the Maximals invaded Cybertron, Insecticon was one of the many warriors who wound up battling [[Arcee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity\|Arcee]]. {{storylink\|The Falling, Chapter 6: Unforgivable\|Unforgivable}}

	When the Maximals invaded Cybertron, Insecticon was one of the many warriors who wound up battling [[Arcee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity\|Arcee]]. {{storylink\|The Falling, Chapter 6: Unforgivable\|Unforgivable}}

	===2021 ''Beast Wars'' comic===		===2021 ''Beast Wars'' comic===

Nu-Priest: Cyberworld note, cap

2025-09-06T18:38:54Z

Cyberworld note, cap

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	==Fiction==		==Fiction==
	===2006 IDW ''Beast Wars'' continuity===		===2006 IDW ''Beast Wars'' continuity===
	[[File:BWGatherInsecticonfight.jpg\|250px\|thumb\|left]]		[[File:BWGatherInsecticonfight.jpg\|250px\|thumb\|left\|"Dammit, [[Spittor (BW)\|Spittor]], move your arm! You're blocking my coverage!"]]
	Insecticon was one of the many [[Decepticon]]s who joined [[Cicadacon]] in surrendering to the [[Autobot]]s. {{storylink\|Dawn of the Predacus}}		Insecticon was one of the many [[Decepticon]]s who joined [[Cicadacon]] in surrendering to the [[Autobot]]s. {{storylink\|Dawn of the Predacus}}

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	* Insecticon was at one point slated to join the cast of the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|''Beast Wars'' TV show]]. A remnant of this can be found in the script to "[[Power Surge (episode)\|Power Surge]]" on [[Ben Yee]]'s website, where it is noted most of Insecticon's intended lines (including the ''"If you are second in command, what is your command?"'' exchange with [[Scorponok (BW)\|Scorponok]]) were transferred to [[Waspinator (BW)\|Waspinator]].		* Insecticon was at one point slated to join the cast of the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|''Beast Wars'' TV show]]. A remnant of this can be found in the script to "[[Power Surge (episode)\|Power Surge]]" on [[Ben Yee]]'s website, where it is noted most of Insecticon's intended lines (including the ''"If you are second in command, what is your command?"'' exchange with [[Scorponok (BW)\|Scorponok]]) were transferred to [[Waspinator (BW)\|Waspinator]].
	<blockquote>'''CHANGES FROM 1ST DRAFT TO FINAL''' - The Only Change is the removal of Insectacon {{sic}}. Some of his lines have gone to Waspinator. Changes are marked with an asterisk. - ''Power Surge'' script notes</blockquote>		<blockquote>'''CHANGES FROM 1ST DRAFT TO FINAL''' - The Only Change is the removal of Insectacon {{sic}}. Some of his lines have gone to Waspinator. Changes are marked with an asterisk. - ''Power Surge'' script notes</blockquote>
			* [[Chop Shop (Cyberworld)\|''Cyberworld'' Chop Shop]] appears to be a direct homage to Insecticon, sharing the same major body design elements.

	===Foreign names===		===Foreign names===

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	Insecticon was one of the many [[Decepticon]]s who joined [[Cicadacon]] in surrendering to the [[Autobot]]s. {{storylink\|Dawn of the Predacus}}		Insecticon was one of the many [[Decepticon]]s who joined [[Cicadacon]] in surrendering to the [[Autobot]]s. {{storylink\|Dawn of the Predacus}}

	Later, Insecticon became one of the [[protoform]]s jettisoned by the ''[[Axalon (BW)\|Axalon]]'' on prehistoric [[Earth]]. He was activated and put in [[chronal phase]] by [[Razorbeast]] at [[Magmatron]]'s request. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 1\|The Gathering #1}} The newly born Predacon quickly joined Magmatron. He was sent to hunt down the [[Maximal]]s that Razorbeast had also awakened. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 2\|The Gathering #2}}		Later, Insecticon became one of the [[protoform]]s jettisoned by the ''[[Axalon (BW)\|Axalon]]'' on prehistoric [[Earth]]. He was activated and put in [[chronal phase]] by [[Razorbeast]] at [[Magmatron (BW)\|Magmatron]]'s request. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 1\|The Gathering #1}} The newly born Predacon quickly joined Magmatron. He was sent to hunt down the [[Maximal]]s that Razorbeast had also awakened. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 2\|The Gathering #2}}

	While investigating a swampy area with [[Transquito]], [[Powerpinch]], [[Scourge (BW)\|Scourge]], and [[Retrax]], Insecticon discovered they were not alone. Several of his teammates were taken down by the [[Mutant (BW)\|Mutants]], who declare that no Maximal or Predacon is welcome in their home. Insecticon and Scourge retreated, abandoning the swamp to its inhabitants. While running, they whimpered that the sector was all clear and there was nothing to report. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 3\|The Gathering #3}}		While investigating a swampy area with [[Transquito]], [[Powerpinch]], [[Scourge (BW)\|Scourge]], and [[Retrax]], Insecticon discovered they were not alone. Several of his teammates were taken down by the [[Mutant (BW)\|Mutants]], who declare that no Maximal or Predacon is welcome in their home. Insecticon and Scourge retreated, abandoning the swamp to its inhabitants. While running, they whimpered that the sector was all clear and there was nothing to report. {{storylink\|The Gathering issue 3\|The Gathering #3}}