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{{Infobox-Copy Ability
{{Infobox-Copy Ability
|image=[[File:TD Beetle.png|130px]]
|image=[[File:KTD Beetle.png|130px]]
|caption=Artwork of '''Beetle''' Kirby from ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''.
|caption=Artwork of '''Beetle Kirby''' from ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''.
|type=Unlimited use
|type=Unlimited use
|obtained= [[Beetley]], [[Hornhead]]
|obtained=[[Beetley]], [[Hornhead]]
|power=Gains beetle wings for flight; cuts enemies, [[String Platform|ropes]] and grass with the horn; grabs and throws enemies; pounds [[post|stakes]] with Hardhead Slam.
|power=Gains beetle wings for flight; cuts enemies, [[String Platform|ropes]] and grass with the horn; grabs and throws enemies; pounds [[stake]]s with Hardhead Slam.
|game1=''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''
|game1=''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' (2014)
|lastgame=''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''
|lastgame=''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]'' (2022, reference)
|game=<small>''[[Kirby Fighters Deluxe]]''<br>''[[Kirby: Battle Royale]]''</small>
|game=<small>''[[Kirby Fighters Deluxe]]''<br>''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''<br>''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''<br>''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''</small>
|helper=[[Beetley]]
|helper=[[Beetley]]
|compare=[[Sword]], [[Ninja]], [[Suplex]];<br>[[Wing]] (flight);<br>[[Jet]] (flight and Rocket Dive)
|similar=[[Sword]], [[Ninja]], [[Suplex]], [[Fighter]] (similar moves);<br>[[Wing]] (flight);<br>[[Jet]] (flight and Rocket Dive)
}}
}}
{{Quote|A flash of light reflects off its horn as the {{color|red|king of bugs}} soars through the sky! After charging your enemies to {{color|red|grab them}} with your horn, you can {{color|red|slam them into the ground}}!|''Triple Deluxe'' quote}}
{{Quote|A flash of light reflects off its horn as the {{color|orange|king of bugs}} soars through the sky! After charging your enemies to {{color|orange|grab them}} with your horn, you can {{color|orange|slam them into the ground}}!|''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' pause caption}}
{{Quote|A flash of lights reflects off its horn as the king of bugs returns! You can pound stakes with Hardhead Slam and use up to gather your friends on your head and fling them into the air!|''Star Allies'' quote}}
'''Beetle''' is a [[Copy Ability]] that gives [[Kirby]] the horn and wings of a Japanese rhinoceros beetle. Unlike many abilities with enemy-grabbing moves, Kirby can still walk and jump after grabbing, albeit more slowly and less high, respectively. Kirby also only faces one direction when carrying enemies, forcing him to walk backwards when moving in the opposite direction, although this has no effect on anything except the direction enemies are thrown. Another notable thing about Beetle is that it has the ability to both pound down [[stake]]s with Hardhead Slam and cut [[rope]]s with the various piercing attacks and the simple act of using the built-in wings. Combined with its grappling function and burst capabilities, Beetle is an extremely versatile ability, on par with the likes of [[Master]] in its ability to solve many puzzles and deal with enemies. The ability's only natural providers are the enemy [[Beetley]] and the mid-boss [[Hornhead]]. It was introduced in ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' along with [[Bell]], [[Circus]], [[Archer]], and [[Hypernova]]. It later returned in ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]'' and ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' after being absent from ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]'', and made its latest appearance in ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''.
'''Beetle''' is an ability that gives Kirby the horn and wings of a Japanese rhinoceros beetle. It is unique in the fact that after grabbing enemies, Kirby can still walk and jump, albeit more slowly and less high, respectively. Kirby also only faces one direction when carrying enemies, forcing him to walk backwards when moving in the opposite direction, although this has no effect on anything except the direction enemies are thrown. Another notable thing about this ability, is that it has the ability to pound down [[post|stakes]] with Hardhead Slam. The ability can only be obtained from the the enemy [[Beetley]], and the mid-boss [[Hornhead]]. It was introduced in ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' along with [[Bell]], [[Circus]], [[Archer]], and [[Hypernova]]. It later returned in ''[[Kirby: Battle Royale]]'' and ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' after being absent from ''[[Kirby: Planet Robobot]]''.


==Moveset==
==Game appearances==
{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=3|Beetle's Moveset in ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe'' and ''Kirby: Star Allies''<br><small>while facing right</small> &nbsp;
!colspan=3|Beetle Kirby's video game appearances &nbsp;
|-
!Game
!Role
!Notes
|-
|''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''
|Copy Ability
|Obtainable from [[Beetley]] and [[Hornhead]].
|-
|''[[Kirby Fighters Deluxe]]''
|Playable character
|Selectable in all game modes if the player has [[StreetPass]] data for ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''.<br>Comes with an unlockable costume.
|-
|''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''
|Playable character
|Selectable in all game modes, though it needs to be unlocked in [[Dedede's Cake Royale]] to be used there.<br>Comes with three unlockable costumes.
|-
|''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''
|Copy Ability
|Obtainable from [[Beetley]].<br>Can be used to create a Beetley ally.<br>Can be used for [[Friend Throw]].
|-
|''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''
|Playable character
|Selectable in all game modes after unlocking at [[Fighters Rank]] 11.<br>Comes with two unlockable costumes.
|-
|''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]''
|Reference
|A collectible [[Character Treat]] featuring Beetle Kirby appears.
|}
 
===''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''===
{{quote|Kirby gets a cool horn with the new Beetle copy ability. Try using Horn Upper to scoop up enemies or unleash a quick attack with Rocket Horn. The horn can also catch multiple enemies at once and hammer stakes. Inhale enemies like Beetley and Hornhead to try it out!|[[Satoshi Ishida]], [[Miiverse]] post on 05/20/2014 9:20 AM}}
Beetle debuts in this game, and can be obtained from [[Beetley]] or the [[Mid-Boss]] [[Hornhead]]. It is a versatile ability, granting Kirby the ability to fly with wings, cut [[Rope]]s, pound [[Stake]]s, and grab enemies with the beetle horn. This makes it handy for solving many puzzles in the game.
 
{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=4|Beetle's moveset in ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''&nbsp;
|-
!Skill
!Image
!Button Execution
!Description
|-
|'''Horn Upper'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Horn Upper clip.png]]}}
|{{center|B}}
|Kirby swipes upward in front of him with his horn.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
|-
|'''Horn Flurry'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Horn Flurry clip.png]]}}
|{{center|B repeatedly}}
|Kirby swipes repeatedly upward in front of him with his horn and then finishes with a strong horizontal swipe.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*The final slash is called 'Backslash' in the Japanese version.
|-
|'''Rocket Horn'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Rocket Horn clip.png]]}}
|{{center|Dash + B}}
|Kirby lunges forward and aims his horn horizontally as it grows very long, grabbing enemies or [[Dropped Star]]s in his way.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*If this is not followed by 'Rocket Horn Dive', Kirby will end with throwing forward what he has grabbed.
|-
|'''Rocket Horn Dive'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Rocket Horn Dive clip.png]]}}
|{{center|↑ during Rocket Horn}}
|During a Rocket Horn attack, Kirby can rise into the air and perform a backward somersault, then piledrive any enemy or [[Dropped Star]] caught on his horn into the ground.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*This is similar to [[Jet]]'s 'Rocket Dive'.
|-
|'''Spiral Horn'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Spiral Horn clip.png]]}}
|{{center|↑ + B}}
|Kirby jumps up and drills upwards with his horn while ascending.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*This is similar to [[Yo-Yo]]'s 'Gazer Spiral' and [[Whip]]'s 'Whip Tornado'.
|-
|'''Hover Wing'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Hover Wing clip.png]]}}
|{{center|A in midair}}
|Kirby flies with his beetle wings.
*His wings can do damage and cut ropes and grass.
|-
|'''Hardhead Slam'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Hardhead Slam clip.png]]}}
|{{center|↓ + B in midair}}
|Kirby turns upside-down and crashes to the ground horn-first.
*This can pound [[stake]]s.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
|-
|'''Catching Horn'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Catching Horn clip.png]]}}
|{{center|Either of ↑→ + B when near an enemy}}
|Kirby hoists a foe or [[Dropped Star]] atop his horn and holds them there.
|-
|'''Carry Around'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Carry Around clip.png]]}}
|{{center|Catching Horn + either of ↔}}
|Kirby can walk and jump while carrying what he has grabbed.
|-
|'''Quick Throw'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Quick Throw clip.png]]}}
|{{center|Catching Horn + B}}
|Kirby throws forward what he has grabbed.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
|-
|'''Throw Drop'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Throw Drop clip.png]]}}
|{{center|Catching Horn + ↑ + B}}
|Kirby rises into the air with what he has grabbed, then drops to the ground, slamming what he has grabbed.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*This is similar to [[Ninja]]'s '[[Air Drop]]'.
|-
|'''Crown Drop'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Crown Drop clip.png]]}}
|{{center|Catching Horn + ← + B}}
|Kirby performs a backward somersault with what he has grabbed, then slams into the ground, launching what he has grabbed away.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
|-
|'''Slamming Drill'''
|{{center|[[File:KTD Slamming Drill clip.png]]}}
|{{center|Catching Horn + ↓ + B}}
|Kirby throws what he has grabbed to the ground and drills them with his horn before launching them away.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
|}
 
===''Kirby Fighters Deluxe''===
Beetle appears as one of the selectable Copy Abilities in this title, though access to it requires that the player has [[StreetPass]] data for ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'' on the same [[Nintendo 3DS]] system. It functions identically to the way it did in the previous game.
 
Beetle Kirby's [[Kirby Fighters Deluxe#Rare Outfits|Rare Outfit]] is based on [[Hydra]], the legendary machine from ''[[Kirby Air Ride]]''.
 
===''Kirby Battle Royale''===
{{quote|Look at that horn on you! The Beetle ability sure looks impressive. Use Rocket Horn to grab foes and Dive to drive them into the ground.|[[Knuckle Joe]]'s comment from ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''}}
Beetle appears as one of the selectable copy abilities in this spin-off title. It is a starter ability which does not need to be unlocked. The main power of Beetle is its ability to grab other fighters using the Rocket Horn technique, then slamming them into the ground to deal massive damage. This is a good way to intercept other players, and force them to drop any items they may be carrying, as well as moving them forcefully toward or away from certain spots.
 
Three alternate pieces of [[Costumes|Headgear]] are available for the Beetle ability. These include the "Hornhead Helmet", the "Woodpecker Hat", and the "Hydra Helmet".
 
====Moveset====
{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=4|Beetle's moveset in ''Kirby Battle Royale'' &nbsp;
|-
!width="20%"| '''Skill'''
!width="30%"| '''Button Execution'''
!width="20%"| '''Skill'''
!width="30%"| '''Button Execution'''
|-
| '''Horn Upper'''
| {{center|B}}
| '''Rocket Horn'''
| {{center|Hold/release B}}
|-
| '''Horn Flurry'''
| {{center|BB}}
| '''Dive'''
| {{center|After Rocket Horn}}
|-
| '''Back Slash'''
| {{center|BBB}}
| '''Forward Lunge'''
| {{center|Y}}
|-
| '''Spiral Horn'''
| {{center|B during jump}}
| '''Slamming Drill'''
| {{center|Y or B after Forward Lunge}}
|}
 
===''Kirby Star Allies''===
Beetle returns in this title, once again provided by (and represented by) [[Beetley]]. It retains all of its essential moves from ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]'', and gains access to the [[Friend Throw]] ability, which it shares with [[Fighter]] and [[Suplex]].
 
{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=4|Beetle's moveset in ''Kirby Star Allies''&nbsp;
|-
|-
! Skill
! Skill
! Button Execution
! Button Execution
! Description
! Description
!Damage<br>([[Star Bullet]]=52)
|-
|-
| '''Horn Upper'''
| '''Horn Upper'''
| <center>B</center>
| {{center|B}}
|Kirby performs an upper slash with his horn.
|Kirby swipes upward in front of him with his horn.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
|16
|-
|-
| '''Horn Flurry'''
| '''Horn Flurry'''
| <center>B repeatedly</center>
| {{center|B repeatedly}}
|Kirby performs multiple upper slashes after 'Horn Upper',<br>and then finishes with a powerful upper slash that also hits behind him.  
|Kirby swipes repeatedly upward in front of him with his horn and then finishes with a strong horizontal swipe.  
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*The final slash is called 'Backslash' in the Japanese version.
*The final slash is called 'Backslash' in the Japanese version.
|8
|-
|-
| '''Rocket Horn'''
| '''Rocket Horn'''
| <center>Dash + B</center>
| {{center|Dash + B}}
|Kirby dashes forward with his horn, grabbing any enemy or [[Recoil Star]] on his way.
|Kirby lunges forward and aims his horn horizontally as it grows very long, grabbing enemies or [[Dropped Star]]s in his way.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*If this is not followed by 'Rocket Horn Dive', Kirby will end with throwing forward what he has grabbed.  
*If this is not followed by 'Rocket Horn Dive', Kirby will end with throwing forward what he has grabbed.  
|24
|-
|-
| '''Rocket Horn Dive'''
| '''Rocket Horn Dive'''
| <center>↑ during Rocket Horn</center>
| {{center|↑ during Rocket Horn}}
|During 'Rocket Horn', Kirby flies up to do a loop, dropping what he has grabbed onto the ground.
|During a Rocket Horn attack, Kirby can rise into the air and perform a backward somersault, then piledrive any enemy or [[Dropped Star]] caught on his horn into the ground.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*This is similar to [[Jet]]'s 'Rocket Dive'.
*This is similar to [[Jet]]'s 'Rocket Dive'.
|24
|-
|-
| '''Spiral Horn'''
| '''Spiral Horn'''
| <center>↑ + B</center>
| {{center|↑ + B}}
|Kirby jumps up and performs spirial slashes with his horn when he's ascending.
|Kirby jumps up and performs spirial slashes with his horn when he's ascending.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*This can cut ropes and grass.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*This is similar to [[Yo-Yo]]'s 'Gazer Spiral' and [[Whip]]'s 'Whip Tornado'.
*This is similar to [[Yo-Yo]]'s 'Gazer Spiral' and [[Whip]]'s 'Whip Tornado'.
|12+12+18
|-
|-
| '''Hover Wing'''
| '''Hover Wing'''
| <center>A in midair</center>
| {{center|A in midair}}
|Kirby flies with his beetle wings.
|Kirby flies with his beetle wings.
*His wings can do damage and cut ropes and grass.
*His wings can do damage and cut ropes and grass.
|8
|-
|-
| '''Hardhead Slam'''
| '''Hardhead Slam'''
| <center>↓ + B in midair</center>
| {{center|↓ + B in midair}}
|Kirby slams down his horn onto the ground when used in midair.
|Kirby turns upside-down and crashes to the ground horn-first.
*This can pound [[post|stakes]].
*This can pound [[post|stakes]].
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
|24
|-
|-
| '''Catching Horn'''
| '''Catching Horn'''
| <center>Either of ↑→ + B when near an enemy</center>
| {{center|Either of ↑→ + B when near an enemy}}
|Kirby grabs an enemy or a Recoil Star nearby with his horn.
|Kirby hoists his foe atop his horn and holds them there.
|48
|-
|-
| '''Carry Around'''
| '''Carry Around'''
| <center>Catching Horn + either of ↔</center>
| {{center|Catching Horn + either of ↔}}
|Kirby can walk and jump while carrying what he has grabbed.
|Kirby can walk and jump while carrying what he has grabbed.
|N/A
|-
|-
| '''Quick Throw'''
| '''Quick Throw'''
| <center>Catching Horn + B</center>
| {{center|Catching Horn + B}}
|Kirby throws forward what he has grabbed.
|Kirby throws forward what he has grabbed.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
|60
|-
|-
| '''Throw Drop'''
| '''Throw Drop'''
| <center>Catching Horn + ↑ + B</center>
| {{center|Catching Horn + ↑ + B}}
|Kirby air drops what he has grabbed.
|Kirby rises into the air with what he has grabbed, then drops to the ground, slamming what he has grabbed.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*This is similar to [[Ninja]]'s 'Air Drop'.
*This is similar to [[Ninja]]'s 'Air Drop'.
|52
|-
|-
| '''Crown Drop'''
| '''Crown Drop'''
| <center>Catching Horn + ← + B</center>
| {{center|Catching Horn + ← + B}}
|Kirby backdrops what he has grabbed.
|Kirby performs a backward somersault with what he has grabbed, then slams into the ground, launching what he has grabbed away.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
|52
|-
|-
| '''Slamming Drill'''
| '''Slamming Drill'''
| <center>Catching Horn + ↓ + B</center>
| {{center|Catching Horn + ↓ + B}}
|Kirby slams down what he has grabbed while spinning like a drill.
|Kirby throws what he has grabbed to the ground and drills them with his horn before launching them away.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
*Kirby is invincible during this attack.
|52
|}
|}


{| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"  
===''Kirby Fighters 2''===
!colspan=4|Beetle's Moveset in ''Kirby: Battle Royale'' &nbsp;
Beetle returns in ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]'', with the same moveset as before. It is unlocked after attaining a [[Fighters Rank]] of 11.
 
For more precise competitive-oriented information on the Beetle ability in ''Kirby Fighters 2'', see [https://wiki.gbl.gg/w/Kirby_Fighters_2/Beetle Mizuumi Wiki's page].
 
====Moveset====
{|class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1" cellpadding="2"
!colspan=4|Beetle moveset in ''Kirby Fighters 2'' &nbsp;
|-
|-
!width="20%"| '''Skill'''
! Skill
!width="30%"| '''Button Execution'''
! Button Execution
!width="20%"| '''Skill'''
! Description
!width="30%"| '''Button Execution'''
! Damage (unmodified)
|-
|-
| '''Horn Upper'''
| '''Horn Upper'''
| <center>B</center>
| {{center|B}}
| '''Rocket Horn'''
| Kirby swipes upward in front of him with his horn.
| <center>Hold/release B</center>
| 7
|-
|-
| '''Horn Flurry'''
| '''Horn Flurry'''
| <center>BB</center>
| {{center|B repeatedly}}
| '''Dive'''
| Kirby swipes repeatedly upward in front of him with his horn and then finishes with a strong horizontal swipe.
| <center>After Rocket Horn</center>
| 26 (if all hits connect, not including initial Horn Upper)
|-
| '''Rocket Horn'''
| {{center|Dash + B}}
|
Kirby lunges forward and aims his horn horizontally as it grows very long.
If it hits an enemy, they will be caught on the horn. This move can catch up to three foes.
| 15
|-
|-
| '''Back Slash'''
| '''Rocket Horn Dive'''
| <center>BBB</center>
| {{center|Dash + B + ↑}}
| '''Forward Lunge'''
| During a Rocket Horn attack, Kirby can rise into the air and perform a backward somersault, then piledrive any foe caught on his horn into the ground.
| <center>Y</center>
| 20 <br>16 (taken by different foe if hit by launched foe)
|-
|-
| '''Spiral Horn'''
| '''Spiral Horn'''
| <center>B during jump</center>
| {{center|↑ + B}}
|
Kirby spins his horn around himself horizontally and then rises into the air.
Foes caught in the attack will be dragged along with it.
| 23 (if all hits connect)
|-
| '''Hover Wing'''
| {{center|A in midair}}
|
Kirby uses his Beetle wings to fly through the air with more efficiency than a standard [[Hover]].
Unlike in other games, this move does no damage to opponents.
| N/A
|-
| '''Hardhead Slam'''
| {{center|↓ + B in midair}}
|
Kirby turns upside-down and crashes to the ground horn-first.
Enemies caught in his descent will be knocked away.
| 24
|-
| '''Catching Horn'''
| {{center|Either ↑/→ + B near an enemy}}
|
Kirby hoists his foe atop his horn and holds them there.
If he does not throw the foe with one of the moves below, the foe will escape after 5 seconds with no damage.
| N/A
|-
| '''Carry Around'''
| {{center|Catching Horn + either ←/→}}
|
While holding an enemy, Kirby can walk either left or right to re-position before throwing.
He can also jump, but not very high, and cannot fly either.
| N/A
|-
| '''Quick Throw'''
| {{center|Catching Horn + B}}
| Kirby tosses his opponent away in a low arc.
| 20
|-
| '''Throw Drop'''
| {{center|Catching Horn + ↑ + B}}
| Kirby rises into the air with his opponent, then drops to the ground, launching the opponent away.
| 20
|-
| '''Crown Drop'''
| {{center|Catching Horn + ← + B}}
| Kirby performs a backward somersault with his opponent, then slams into the ground, launching the opponent away.
| 20
|-
| '''Slamming Drill'''
| '''Slamming Drill'''
| <center>Y or B after Forward Lunge</center>
| {{center|Catching Horn + ↓ + B}}
| Kirby throws his opponent to the ground and drills them with his horn before launching them away.
| 20
|}
|}


==Gallery==
=== ''Kirby's Dream Buffet'' ===
In ''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]'', Beetle Kirby appears on a [[Character Treat]], using his artwork from ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''. Beetle does not appear as an ability in the game proper.
 
==In the ''Kirby'' novel series==
{{Infobox-Novel Copy Ability
|image=[[File:V6 Illustration 26.png|150px]]
|caption=Kirby gains the '''Beetle''' ability in ''[[Kirby's Labyrinth Rescue!]]''
|firstvolume=''[[Kirby's Labyrinth Rescue!]]''
|lastvolume=''[[Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!]]''
|othervolumes=''[[Kirby's Decisive Battle! Battle Royale!!]]''
|obtained=[[Hornhead]]
|power=Grabs and throws enemies
}}
In the [[Kirby (novel series)|''Kirby'' novel series]], Beetle is a recurring [[Copy Ability]]. It first appears in ''[[Kirby's Labyrinth Rescue!]]'', and it also makes appearances in various other novels. With this Copy Ability, [[Kirby (novel character)|Kirby]] can use moves such as Horn Flurry, Rocket Horn, and Crown Drop.
 
In ''Kirby's Labyrinth Rescue!'', Kirby gains the Beetle ability by inhaling [[Hornhead]] which [[Waddle Dee (novel character)|Waddle Dee]] brought. He uses it to try and fight the giant Magolor, but it only tickles him. Once he sees that it doesn't work, Kirby drops it for another Copy Ability.
 
In ''[[Kirby's Decisive Battle! Battle Royale!!]]'', a Kirby copy uses the Beetle ability in a match against Kirby and Bandana Waddle Dee in the [[Battle Arena]]. He uses this ability to toss the unconscious Waddle Dee to the air, which angers Kirby. Beetle Kirby is eventually defeated by Kirby.
 
In ''[[Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!]]'', Kirby gains the ability by inhaling Hornhead. He uses it to fight [[Bugzzy]] after [[King Dedede (novel character)|King Dedede]] was captured by him. Kirby defeats Bugzzy by throwing him into the air and dropping him.
 
<gallery>
<gallery>
Beetle KBR art.png|''Kirby: Battle Royale'' artwork
V18 Illustration 16.jpg|Kirby gets the Beetle ability in  ''Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!''
V18 Illustration 17.jpg|Beetle Kirby fights Bugzzy in ''Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!''
</gallery>
</gallery>
==Flavor text==
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center;"
!rowspan=1|Image
!rowspan=1|Game
!rowspan=1|Flavor text
|-
|[[File:KTD Boxart NA.jpg|100px]]
|''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''
|''A flash of light reflects off its horn as the {{color|orange|king of bugs}} soars through the sky! After charging your enemies to {{color|orange|grab them}} with your horn, you can {{color|orange|slam them into the ground}}!''
|-
|[[File:KBR box art.jpg|100px]]
|''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''
|''Harness the power of the king of insects to fling and pierce foes!''
|-
|[[File:KSA Boxart NA.jpg|100px]]
|''[[Kirby Star Allies]]''
|''A flash of light reflects off its horn as the king of bugs returns! You can pound stakes with Hardhead Slam and use '''↑''' to gather your friends on your head and fling them into the air!''
|}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Some of Beetle's moves are notably similar to the [[Suplex]] and [[Throw]] abilities. Also, Suplex is obtained from the mid-boss [[Bugzzy]], who is similar in appearance to Hornhead.
*Some of Beetle's moves are notably similar to the [[Suplex]] and [[Throw]] abilities. Also, Suplex is obtained from the mid-boss [[Bugzzy]], who is similar in appearance to Hornhead.
*This is the fourth ability to give Kirby a unique flying animation. The others are [[Jet]], [[Wing]], and [[Cupid]]. Of these three, Cupid is the only one where flying doesn't damage enemies.
*The design of the Beetle hat is based on the Japanese Rhinoceros Beetle. It also takes a couple details from feudal samurai armor.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20171018135850/https://miiverse.nintendo.net/posts/AYMHAAACAADRUqGXcVYyoQ Miiverse post (archive)]</ref>
*The design of the Beetle hat is based on the Japanese Rhinoceros Beetle. It also takes a couple details from feudal samurai armor.
*Despite Beetle being referred to as the "king of insects", that phrase is usually referred for the bee.
*In ''[[Kirby Fighters Deluxe]]'', Beetle Kirby's [[Kirby Fighters Deluxe#Rare Outfits|Rare Outfit]] is [[Hydra]] the legendary machine from ''[[Kirby Air Ride]]''.
**The Hydra appears again as one of Beetle Kirby's unlockable [[Alternate Costumes#Kirby Battle Royale|Headgears]] in ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''.
*Beetle is one of the more versatile abilities in recent ''Kirby'' titles, being able to cut [[String Platform]]s and pound [[post|stakes]], as well as providing an alternate means of [[Flying|flight]]. It can also be used in ''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' to perform [[Friend Throw]].
*[[Friend Throw]]'s Japanese name, '''ブンナゲ'''フレンズ, derives from '''ぶんなげ''', the Japanese name of Beetle's 'Quick Throw' attack. This reference is kept in the Chinese version of ''Kirby Star Allies'':
*[[Friend Throw]]'s Japanese name, '''ブンナゲ'''フレンズ, derives from '''ぶんなげ''', the Japanese name of Beetle's 'Quick Throw' attack. This reference is kept in the Chinese version of ''Kirby Star Allies'':
**Beetle's 'Quick Throw': '''力投''' ''(Power Throw)''
**Beetle's 'Quick Throw': '''力投''' ''(Power Throw)''
**[[Friend Throw]]: '''力投'''盟友 ''(Power Throw Friend)''
**[[Friend Throw]]: '''力投'''盟友 ''(Power Throw Friend)''
==Gallery==
<gallery>
KTD Beetle Pause Art.png|Pause menu art from ''[[Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]''
KTD Beetle Icon.png|Ability Star from ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''
Beetle Pause Subscreen TDX.png|Pause subscreen from ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''
KTD Main Credits picture 2.png|Credits picture of Beetle Kirby fighting [[Flowery Woods]], from ''Kirby: Triple Deluxe''
KBR Beetle artwork.png|Artwork from ''[[Kirby Battle Royale]]''
KBR Beetle icon.png|Icon from ''Kirby Battle Royale''
KBR Beetle.png|Screenshot from ''Kirby Battle Royale''
KSA Beetle Kirby pause screen artwork.png|''[[Kirby Star Allies]]'' pause screen artwork
KSA Beetle Icon.png|Ability Star from ''Kirby Star Allies''
KF2 Hydra Helmet render.png|Artwork of the Hydra Helmet from ''[[Kirby Fighters 2]]''
KF2 Beetle icon.png|Icon from ''Kirby Fighters 2''
KF2 Hornhead Helmet.png|Screenshot of the Hornhead Helmet from ''Kirby Fighters 2''
KDB Beetle Kirby character treat.png|[[Character Treat]] from ''[[Kirby's Dream Buffet]]''
SPMP-PS Kirby Fighters Deluxe.png|''[[Kirby Fighters Deluxe]]'' panel from ''[[StreetPass#Puzzle Swap|Puzzle Swap]]'' in the ''[[StreetPass#StreetPass Mii Plaza|StreetPass Mii Plaza]]'', featuring Beetle Kirby
KFD & DDDD Miiverse illustration.jpg|[[Miiverse]] illustration commemorating the first anniversary of ''[[Kirby Fighters Deluxe]]'' and ''[[Dedede's Drum Dash Deluxe]]''
FK1 AF Kirby Beetle.png|Beetle Kirby in ''[[Find Kirby!!]]'' (Apple Forest)
FK1 OS Kirby Beetle 1.png|Beetle Kirby in ''Find Kirby!!'' (Outer Space)
FK1 OS Kirby Beetle 2.png|Beetle Kirby in ''Find Kirby!!'' (Outer Space)
KPQ Beetle Banner.jpg|Banner from the [[Kirby Personality Quiz]]
Sanei Beetle plush.jpg|Beetle Kirby plushie, manufactured by San-ei
</gallery>
===Videos===
{{Youtube|L5FnKPEYces|300|Official [[Kirby Portal]] video showcasing Beetle}}
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==Names in other languages==
==Names in other languages==
{{Names
{{Names
|zh=独角仙 (chs)<br>獨角仙 (cht)
|ja=ビートル
|zhR=dú jiǎo xiān
|jaR=Bītoru
|zhM=The Chinese name of [[wikipedia:Japanese rhinoceros beetle|Japanese rhinoceros beetle]], which literally means "one-horned beetle".}}
|jaM=Beetle
{{Copy Abilities}}
|zhSimp=独角仙
{{KirbyTD}}
|zhSimpR=dú jiǎo xiān
{{KirbySA}}
|zhTrad=獨角仙
[[Category:Copy Abilities]]
|zhTradR=dú jiǎo xiān
|zhM=[[wikipedia:Japanese rhinoceros beetle|Japanese rhinoceros beetle]] (literal translation: "one-horned beetle")
|ko=비틀
|koR=Biteul
|koM=Beetle
|fr=Scarabée
|frM=Scarab
|de=Käfer
|deM=Beetle
|es=Escarabajo
|esM=Scarab
|it=Scarabeo
|itM=Scarab
|nl=Kever
|nlM=Beetle
|pt=Escaravelho
|ptM=Scarab
}}
 
{{ref}}
 
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{{Navbox-KTD}}
{{Navbox-KFD}}
{{Navbox-KBR}}
{{Navbox-KSA}}
{{Navbox-KF2}}
 
[[Category:Copy Abilities in Kirby: Triple Deluxe]]
[[Category:Copy Abilities in Kirby Fighters Deluxe]]
[[Category:Copy Abilities in Kirby Battle Royale]]
[[Category:Copy Abilities in Kirby Star Allies]]
[[Category:Copy Abilities in Kirby Fighters 2]]
[[Category:Copy Abilities which can cut ropes]]
[[Category:Copy Abilities which can pound stakes]]

Latest revision as of 00:50, 15 April 2024

Beetle
KTD Beetle.png
Artwork of Beetle Kirby from Kirby: Triple Deluxe.
Details
First game Kirby: Triple Deluxe (2014)
Latest game Kirby's Dream Buffet (2022, reference)
Other game(s) Kirby Fighters Deluxe
Kirby Battle Royale
Kirby Star Allies
Kirby Fighters 2
Usage type Unlimited use
Obtained from Beetley, Hornhead
Power(s) Gains beetle wings for flight; cuts enemies, ropes and grass with the horn; grabs and throws enemies; pounds stakes with Hardhead Slam.
Helper Beetley
Similar to Sword, Ninja, Suplex, Fighter (similar moves);
Wing (flight);
Jet (flight and Rocket Dive)
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“ A flash of light reflects off its horn as the king of bugs soars through the sky! After charging your enemies to grab them with your horn, you can slam them into the ground! ”
— Kirby: Triple Deluxe pause caption

Beetle is a Copy Ability that gives Kirby the horn and wings of a Japanese rhinoceros beetle. Unlike many abilities with enemy-grabbing moves, Kirby can still walk and jump after grabbing, albeit more slowly and less high, respectively. Kirby also only faces one direction when carrying enemies, forcing him to walk backwards when moving in the opposite direction, although this has no effect on anything except the direction enemies are thrown. Another notable thing about Beetle is that it has the ability to both pound down stakes with Hardhead Slam and cut ropes with the various piercing attacks and the simple act of using the built-in wings. Combined with its grappling function and burst capabilities, Beetle is an extremely versatile ability, on par with the likes of Master in its ability to solve many puzzles and deal with enemies. The ability's only natural providers are the enemy Beetley and the mid-boss Hornhead. It was introduced in Kirby: Triple Deluxe along with Bell, Circus, Archer, and Hypernova. It later returned in Kirby Battle Royale and Kirby Star Allies after being absent from Kirby: Planet Robobot, and made its latest appearance in Kirby Fighters 2.

Game appearances[edit]

Beetle Kirby's video game appearances  
Game Role Notes
Kirby: Triple Deluxe Copy Ability Obtainable from Beetley and Hornhead.
Kirby Fighters Deluxe Playable character Selectable in all game modes if the player has StreetPass data for Kirby: Triple Deluxe.
Comes with an unlockable costume.
Kirby Battle Royale Playable character Selectable in all game modes, though it needs to be unlocked in Dedede's Cake Royale to be used there.
Comes with three unlockable costumes.
Kirby Star Allies Copy Ability Obtainable from Beetley.
Can be used to create a Beetley ally.
Can be used for Friend Throw.
Kirby Fighters 2 Playable character Selectable in all game modes after unlocking at Fighters Rank 11.
Comes with two unlockable costumes.
Kirby's Dream Buffet Reference A collectible Character Treat featuring Beetle Kirby appears.

Kirby: Triple Deluxe[edit]

“ Kirby gets a cool horn with the new Beetle copy ability. Try using Horn Upper to scoop up enemies or unleash a quick attack with Rocket Horn. The horn can also catch multiple enemies at once and hammer stakes. Inhale enemies like Beetley and Hornhead to try it out! ”
— Satoshi Ishida, Miiverse post on 05/20/2014 9:20 AM

Beetle debuts in this game, and can be obtained from Beetley or the Mid-Boss Hornhead. It is a versatile ability, granting Kirby the ability to fly with wings, cut Ropes, pound Stakes, and grab enemies with the beetle horn. This makes it handy for solving many puzzles in the game.

Beetle's moveset in Kirby: Triple Deluxe 
Skill Image Button Execution Description
Horn Upper
KTD Horn Upper clip.png
B
 Kirby swipes upward in front of him with his horn.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
Horn Flurry
KTD Horn Flurry clip.png
B repeatedly
 Kirby swipes repeatedly upward in front of him with his horn and then finishes with a strong horizontal swipe.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
  • The final slash is called 'Backslash' in the Japanese version.
Rocket Horn
KTD Rocket Horn clip.png
Dash + B
 Kirby lunges forward and aims his horn horizontally as it grows very long, grabbing enemies or Dropped Stars in his way.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
  • If this is not followed by 'Rocket Horn Dive', Kirby will end with throwing forward what he has grabbed.
Rocket Horn Dive
KTD Rocket Horn Dive clip.png
↑ during Rocket Horn
 During a Rocket Horn attack, Kirby can rise into the air and perform a backward somersault, then piledrive any enemy or Dropped Star caught on his horn into the ground.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
  • This is similar to Jet's 'Rocket Dive'.
Spiral Horn
KTD Spiral Horn clip.png
↑ + B
 Kirby jumps up and drills upwards with his horn while ascending.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
  • This is similar to Yo-Yo's 'Gazer Spiral' and Whip's 'Whip Tornado'.
Hover Wing
KTD Hover Wing clip.png
A in midair
 Kirby flies with his beetle wings.
  • His wings can do damage and cut ropes and grass.
Hardhead Slam
KTD Hardhead Slam clip.png
↓ + B in midair
 Kirby turns upside-down and crashes to the ground horn-first.
  • This can pound stakes.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
Catching Horn
KTD Catching Horn clip.png
Either of ↑→ + B when near an enemy
 Kirby hoists a foe or Dropped Star atop his horn and holds them there.
Carry Around
KTD Carry Around clip.png
Catching Horn + either of ↔
 Kirby can walk and jump while carrying what he has grabbed.
Quick Throw
KTD Quick Throw clip.png
Catching Horn + B
 Kirby throws forward what he has grabbed.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
Throw Drop
KTD Throw Drop clip.png
Catching Horn + ↑ + B
 Kirby rises into the air with what he has grabbed, then drops to the ground, slamming what he has grabbed.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
  • This is similar to Ninja's 'Air Drop'.
Crown Drop
KTD Crown Drop clip.png
Catching Horn + ← + B
 Kirby performs a backward somersault with what he has grabbed, then slams into the ground, launching what he has grabbed away.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
Slamming Drill
KTD Slamming Drill clip.png
Catching Horn + ↓ + B
 Kirby throws what he has grabbed to the ground and drills them with his horn before launching them away.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.

Kirby Fighters Deluxe[edit]

Beetle appears as one of the selectable Copy Abilities in this title, though access to it requires that the player has StreetPass data for Kirby: Triple Deluxe on the same Nintendo 3DS system. It functions identically to the way it did in the previous game.

Beetle Kirby's Rare Outfit is based on Hydra, the legendary machine from Kirby Air Ride.

Kirby Battle Royale[edit]

“ Look at that horn on you! The Beetle ability sure looks impressive. Use Rocket Horn to grab foes and Dive to drive them into the ground. ”
— Knuckle Joe's comment from Kirby Battle Royale

Beetle appears as one of the selectable copy abilities in this spin-off title. It is a starter ability which does not need to be unlocked. The main power of Beetle is its ability to grab other fighters using the Rocket Horn technique, then slamming them into the ground to deal massive damage. This is a good way to intercept other players, and force them to drop any items they may be carrying, as well as moving them forcefully toward or away from certain spots.

Three alternate pieces of Headgear are available for the Beetle ability. These include the "Hornhead Helmet", the "Woodpecker Hat", and the "Hydra Helmet".

Moveset[edit]

Beetle's moveset in Kirby Battle Royale  
Skill Button Execution Skill Button Execution
Horn Upper
B
 Rocket Horn
Hold/release B
Horn Flurry
BB
 Dive
After Rocket Horn
Back Slash
BBB
 Forward Lunge
Y
Spiral Horn
B during jump
 Slamming Drill
Y or B after Forward Lunge

Kirby Star Allies[edit]

Beetle returns in this title, once again provided by (and represented by) Beetley. It retains all of its essential moves from Kirby: Triple Deluxe, and gains access to the Friend Throw ability, which it shares with Fighter and Suplex.

Beetle's moveset in Kirby Star Allies 
Skill Button Execution Description Damage
(Star Bullet=52)
Horn Upper
B
 Kirby swipes upward in front of him with his horn.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
 16
Horn Flurry
B repeatedly
 Kirby swipes repeatedly upward in front of him with his horn and then finishes with a strong horizontal swipe.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
  • The final slash is called 'Backslash' in the Japanese version.
 8
Rocket Horn
Dash + B
 Kirby lunges forward and aims his horn horizontally as it grows very long, grabbing enemies or Dropped Stars in his way.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
  • If this is not followed by 'Rocket Horn Dive', Kirby will end with throwing forward what he has grabbed.
 24
Rocket Horn Dive
↑ during Rocket Horn
 During a Rocket Horn attack, Kirby can rise into the air and perform a backward somersault, then piledrive any enemy or Dropped Star caught on his horn into the ground.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
  • This is similar to Jet's 'Rocket Dive'.
 24
Spiral Horn
↑ + B
 Kirby jumps up and performs spirial slashes with his horn when he's ascending.
  • This can cut ropes and grass.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
  • This is similar to Yo-Yo's 'Gazer Spiral' and Whip's 'Whip Tornado'.
 12+12+18
Hover Wing
A in midair
 Kirby flies with his beetle wings.
  • His wings can do damage and cut ropes and grass.
 8
Hardhead Slam
↓ + B in midair
 Kirby turns upside-down and crashes to the ground horn-first.
  • This can pound stakes.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
 24
Catching Horn
Either of ↑→ + B when near an enemy
 Kirby hoists his foe atop his horn and holds them there. 48
Carry Around
Catching Horn + either of ↔
 Kirby can walk and jump while carrying what he has grabbed. N/A
Quick Throw
Catching Horn + B
 Kirby throws forward what he has grabbed.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
 60
Throw Drop
Catching Horn + ↑ + B
 Kirby rises into the air with what he has grabbed, then drops to the ground, slamming what he has grabbed.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
  • This is similar to Ninja's 'Air Drop'.
 52
Crown Drop
Catching Horn + ← + B
 Kirby performs a backward somersault with what he has grabbed, then slams into the ground, launching what he has grabbed away.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
 52
Slamming Drill
Catching Horn + ↓ + B
 Kirby throws what he has grabbed to the ground and drills them with his horn before launching them away.
  • Kirby is invincible during this attack.
 52

Kirby Fighters 2[edit]

Beetle returns in Kirby Fighters 2, with the same moveset as before. It is unlocked after attaining a Fighters Rank of 11.

For more precise competitive-oriented information on the Beetle ability in Kirby Fighters 2, see Mizuumi Wiki's page.

Moveset[edit]

Beetle moveset in Kirby Fighters 2  
Skill Button Execution Description Damage (unmodified)
Horn Upper
B
 Kirby swipes upward in front of him with his horn. 7
Horn Flurry
B repeatedly
 Kirby swipes repeatedly upward in front of him with his horn and then finishes with a strong horizontal swipe. 26 (if all hits connect, not including initial Horn Upper)
Rocket Horn
Dash + B

Kirby lunges forward and aims his horn horizontally as it grows very long. If it hits an enemy, they will be caught on the horn. This move can catch up to three foes.

15
Rocket Horn Dive
Dash + B + ↑
 During a Rocket Horn attack, Kirby can rise into the air and perform a backward somersault, then piledrive any foe caught on his horn into the ground. 20
16 (taken by different foe if hit by launched foe)
Spiral Horn
↑ + B

Kirby spins his horn around himself horizontally and then rises into the air. Foes caught in the attack will be dragged along with it.

23 (if all hits connect)
Hover Wing
A in midair

Kirby uses his Beetle wings to fly through the air with more efficiency than a standard Hover. Unlike in other games, this move does no damage to opponents.

N/A
Hardhead Slam
↓ + B in midair

Kirby turns upside-down and crashes to the ground horn-first. Enemies caught in his descent will be knocked away.

24
Catching Horn
Either ↑/→ + B near an enemy

Kirby hoists his foe atop his horn and holds them there. If he does not throw the foe with one of the moves below, the foe will escape after 5 seconds with no damage.

N/A
Carry Around
Catching Horn + either ←/→

While holding an enemy, Kirby can walk either left or right to re-position before throwing. He can also jump, but not very high, and cannot fly either.

N/A
Quick Throw
Catching Horn + B
 Kirby tosses his opponent away in a low arc. 20
Throw Drop
Catching Horn + ↑ + B
 Kirby rises into the air with his opponent, then drops to the ground, launching the opponent away. 20
Crown Drop
Catching Horn + ← + B
 Kirby performs a backward somersault with his opponent, then slams into the ground, launching the opponent away. 20
Slamming Drill
Catching Horn + ↓ + B
 Kirby throws his opponent to the ground and drills them with his horn before launching them away. 20

Kirby's Dream Buffet[edit]

In Kirby's Dream Buffet, Beetle Kirby appears on a Character Treat, using his artwork from Kirby: Triple Deluxe. Beetle does not appear as an ability in the game proper.

In the Kirby novel series[edit]

Beetle
V6 Illustration 26.png
Kirby gains the Beetle ability in Kirby's Labyrinth Rescue!
Details
First volume Kirby's Labyrinth Rescue!
Last volume Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!
Other volume(s) Kirby's Decisive Battle! Battle Royale!!
Obtained from Hornhead
Power(s) Grabs and throws enemies
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In the Kirby novel series, Beetle is a recurring Copy Ability. It first appears in Kirby's Labyrinth Rescue!, and it also makes appearances in various other novels. With this Copy Ability, Kirby can use moves such as Horn Flurry, Rocket Horn, and Crown Drop.

In Kirby's Labyrinth Rescue!, Kirby gains the Beetle ability by inhaling Hornhead which Waddle Dee brought. He uses it to try and fight the giant Magolor, but it only tickles him. Once he sees that it doesn't work, Kirby drops it for another Copy Ability.

In Kirby's Decisive Battle! Battle Royale!!, a Kirby copy uses the Beetle ability in a match against Kirby and Bandana Waddle Dee in the Battle Arena. He uses this ability to toss the unconscious Waddle Dee to the air, which angers Kirby. Beetle Kirby is eventually defeated by Kirby.

In Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!, Kirby gains the ability by inhaling Hornhead. He uses it to fight Bugzzy after King Dedede was captured by him. Kirby defeats Bugzzy by throwing him into the air and dropping him.

  • Kirby gets the Beetle ability in Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!

    Kirby gets the Beetle ability in Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!

  • Beetle Kirby fights Bugzzy in Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!

    Beetle Kirby fights Bugzzy in Kirby: Uproar at the Kirby Café?!

Flavor text[edit]

Image Game Flavor text
KTD Boxart NA.jpg Kirby: Triple Deluxe A flash of light reflects off its horn as the king of bugs soars through the sky! After charging your enemies to grab them with your horn, you can slam them into the ground!
KBR box art.jpg Kirby Battle Royale Harness the power of the king of insects to fling and pierce foes!
KSA Boxart NA.jpg Kirby Star Allies A flash of light reflects off its horn as the king of bugs returns! You can pound stakes with Hardhead Slam and use ↑ to gather your friends on your head and fling them into the air!

Trivia[edit]

  • Some of Beetle's moves are notably similar to the Suplex and Throw abilities. Also, Suplex is obtained from the mid-boss Bugzzy, who is similar in appearance to Hornhead.
  • The design of the Beetle hat is based on the Japanese Rhinoceros Beetle. It also takes a couple details from feudal samurai armor.[1]
  • Despite Beetle being referred to as the "king of insects", that phrase is usually referred for the bee.
  • Friend Throw's Japanese name, ブンナゲフレンズ, derives from ぶんなげ, the Japanese name of Beetle's 'Quick Throw' attack. This reference is kept in the Chinese version of Kirby Star Allies:
    • Beetle's 'Quick Throw': 力投 (Power Throw)
    • Friend Throw: 力投盟友 (Power Throw Friend)

Gallery[edit]

Videos[edit]
Load video
YouTube
Official Kirby Portal video showcasing Beetle

Names in other languages[edit]

Language Name Meaning
Japanese ビートル
Bītoru 		Beetle
Traditional Chinese 獨角仙
dú jiǎo xiān 		Japanese rhinoceros beetle (literal translation: "one-horned beetle")
Simplified Chinese 独角仙
dú jiǎo xiān
Dutch Kever Beetle
French Scarabée Scarab
German Käfer Beetle
Italian Scarabeo Scarab
Korean 비틀
Biteul 		Beetle
Portuguese Escaravelho Scarab
Spanish Escarabajo Scarab


References

  1. ↑ Miiverse post (archive)
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Kirby Star Allies

Heroes in Another Dimension

Dimension I • Dimension II • Dimension III • Dimension IV • Final Dimension
Copy Abilities
Artist • Beam • Beetle • Bomb • Cleaning • Cook • Crash • Cutter • ESP • Festival • Fighter • Fire • Hammer • Ice • Mike • Ninja • Parasol • Plasma • Sleep • Spider • Staff • Stone • Suplex • Sword • Water • Whip • Wing • Yo-Yo
Friend Abilities
Friend Actions
Standard Friends
Dream Friends
Regular enemies
Mid-Bosses
Bosses
Items and objects
Sub-Games
Extra
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Kirby Fighters 2
Playable fighters
Archer • Artist • Bandana Waddle Dee • Beam • Beetle • Bell • Bomb • Cutter • Fighter • Gooey • Hammer • King Dedede • Magolor • Meta Knight • Ninja • Parasol • Staff • Sword • Water • Whip • Wrestler • Yo-Yo
Battle Stages
Bosses
Enemies
Items
Extra
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