Stinger

**Stinger**, a young Scorpion, is a blood relative of the former Scorpion Lord, Marmoo. He was taken in by the frogs after the war, and trained by Jir to be Kulipari with the triplets. He eventually leaves to become the new Scorpion Lord.

## History

###### Episode One

Stinger trains with Darel’s siblings Thuma, Tharta, and Tipi. The young Scorpion wins, but disappoints Jir, who wanted Stinger to go past his limits and tap his poison. After the training session, Stinger wanted to be alone in the desert to sulk. The triplets find him and make him feel better, though he is still mad at Jir. While out there, they find Sergeant Caz and his Scorpions trying to take food and water from the Gecko Tribe. The triplets and Stinger fight off the scorpions. During the fight, Tharta tells Caz to "Skitter back to the desert Scorpion!" Stinger takes offense to this, which is brushed aside by Tharta. When Caz orders the Scorpions to submit, as they are outmatched, Stinger demands to know whose orders they are under. Caz explains that with Marmoo gone, they have no one to follow, and are just trying to survive. Stinger offers them to come to the village, where there is food and water. Caz refuses, as that would mean taking on Darel as their new Lord. As he leaves, he says he senses greatness in Stinger, and hopes that the frogs can sense it too. Tharta comforts Stinger by telling him that he is not like the other Scorpions, and Stinger agrees, seeming a little proud at the fact. Chief Bindi of the Gecko tribe asks them if they’re Kulipari, as he has an urgent message for The Blue Sky King.

The triplets and Stinger escort the Gecko Tribe to Nova Australis. On the way, a young gecko trips and falls, and Stinger helps her up, but she starts crying. Stinger thinks it is because he is a Scorpion, and thinks that everyone looks at him in this way. Thuma tells him to stop being ridiculous, and helps the gecko get on Stingers back, and the gecko starts giggling. Stinger seems happy for a second, but when Thuma tell him that he made a friend, he remembers Jir and becomes angry again.

When they arrive, Stinger and the triplets barge in the Council meeting to introduce Chief Bindi. The triplets and Stinger are ushered out, and go to the swimming hole, where the triplets jump in, and Stinger is left on the shore, unable to swim. He seems affectionately exasperated by their antics. When they start a swimming race, he spots a hollow log, which he uses as a boat to join the competition last minute and win. While cheering with his friends on the other side of the swimming hole, Pigo appears, and makes a snide comment about swimming Scorpions. Stinger looks nervous, and informs Pigo that "I've been told I'm not much of a Scorpion." Pigo tells him to not spend time around those who says such things. He also tells Stinger to keep training hard, as there haven't been Scorpion Kulipari in many years, and it was time that there were some. They follow Pigo back to a boat, and discover that some members of the Council are going on a rescue mission. The triplets express irritation that they are getting left behind, but Stinger takes charge and leads them to the boat, where they all demand to come along. Darel reprimands them, as they have to stay behind and protect the village. The triplets listen, as he is their older brother, but Stinger requires some further convincing. After being told by Darel that the wood frog trusts him, Stinger agrees to stay for now. When the ship leaves, Stinger makes a comment about how Darel wouldn't let himself get left behind. Gee tells him that doing that is overrated, and Stinger promised he would stay anyway.

###### Episode Two

The triplets and Stinger are investigating the disappearances of some farmers, where they find snake tracks. Stinger figures out that the snakes came from the direction the geckos came. They run into town, causing a mild panic as they warn about the snakes, which is stopped by Jir and Chief Effie, who tells them to step into Coorah's gunyah before they get everyone riled up. In the gunyah, Stinger insists that they go investigate for the source of the snakes. Jir accuses Stinger of being reckless, leaving the village unguarded. When Stinger admits that he didn't think about that, looking abashed and shocked, Jir continues to rebuke him, only making Stinger more mad. The Scorpion then instructs the triplets to follow him, as they have to go protect the village, though he says this spitefully as he leaves the room.

Now guarding the village, the triplets and Stinger are on a small mesa, watching out for snakes, where Stinger complains that this is stupid, as the snakes travel underground. Thuma laments the loss of the Amphibilands, as they were safe there. Stinger points out that Scorpions weren't safe, and the triplets agree, Tharta acknowledging that Darel's decision was the right one, and they are all in this together. This moment is ruined by Caz, who scares the triplets into using their poison, and each one becoming trapped by their ability. Stinger reprimands Caz for scaring them, seeming less shocked by the ex-Sergeant's appearance. Caz explains that he came to warn them of a story that's spreading throughout the outback, that Marmoo is back, (again) and he has changed drastically. The triplets immediately go to tell Jir about this new information.

###### Episode Three

They arrive at Jir's house, Tipi getting there first, but is stopped by Tharta, who reminds her that Jir isn't feeling well. Stinger claims that there is no need for concern, as they heard it from Caz, and Caz is a shady character. The triplets agree to tell Jir what they learned quietly, but Stinger mocks it, saying "Is this what we're going to do? Go running to that grumpy old frog every time we hear something scary?" The triplets try to open the door, and are unsuccessful, and Stinger stands in the back, refusing to help. He says that Jir probably just wants some privacy, and they should leave. As he is walking away, Tipi manages to force open the door, revealing that Jir passed out in front of it.

In the medicine hut, Coorah is tending to Jir, who is claiming that he is fine, just old. He says that he was once Kulipari, and that no one should forget that, especially Stinger, who suggests that they could always drop Jir back at home. Coorah informs them that Jir will have to stay here, since Jir has been deliberately poisoned. The triplets all but accuse Stinger, who is deeply hurt by this. Their argument is cut short by Jir, who tells them to knock it off. He tells Stinger that he still senses Kulipari in the Scorpion, and because of that, Stinger would never stoop to such a low level. Stinger is assured by Jir's words and smiles at the frog for the first time. Jir glares at the triplets, making sure they weren't still thinking that Stinger did it. Jir asks the triplets to leave, but tells Stinger to stay back. Stinger expresses concern that Tipi might be listening, but Jir brushes him aside, telling Stinger that he is too much of a Scorpion, in all the best ways. Stinger seems taken aback by the compliment, and tells Jir that despite being a smelly old frog, Jir was a good teacher. After things are settled, Coorah informs Stinger that she would need Bunyip flower to treat Jir, but that the flowers are very rare, and the last one seen was on Eucalyptus Hills, right after a fire happened, since the crystalline flowers need extreme heat to grow. Stinger sets off to get the Bunyip flower, bringing the triplets with him who were eavesdropping at the entrance. They arrive at Eucalyptus Hills, and when they reach the top, they don't find any Bunyip flower, but they do run into Caz again. Stinger accuses the Scorpion of following them, but Caz claims that he was going to ask the same question, wondering if the Kulipari in training were going to destroy the Scorpion Bandits. Stinger denies this, so Caz asks what they are doing there then. They tell him about the Bunyip flower, and Caz reveals that he saw some growing in the Fire Peaks, a dangerous volcanic region. Caz was about to leave, but Stinger threatened him with his tail, shocking both the Scorpions and the triplets, who weren't happy with this behavior, as it went against their Kulipari training. Caz seemed proud though, as this was something he could respect. He agrees to guide them there.

###### Episode Four

At Fire Peaks, they are traveling up the volcano where Tipi complains that this is going to take forever. Stinger seems unsympathetic, and goes ahead of them, saying that Jir doesn't have that long, so move it. Soon after, the volcano rumbles and sends boulders flying down the mountain towards the entire group. Stinger instructs the triplets to take cover and move back against the wall. Ahead of them, a Scorpion gets hit as he moves out into the open. Stinger yells at Caz, angry that the Scorpion didn't instruct the Scorpions to action. Caz tells Stinger that the Scorpions don't really listen to him, as he isn't a Lord. Stinger seems irritated by this response, and takes charge, instructing the Scorpions to move to the wall so they don't get crushed. He then instructs them all to climb up the rest of the way.

When they get to the top, the remaining two Scorpions with Caz are frantically running around, obviously confused as what to do. Stinger seems exasperated and tells them to take cover. Stinger is frustrated by their incompetence, and mentions this to Caz, saying its a wonder any Scorpions are left. Caz implies that it was just those two and him left, saying there could be others, but getting Scorpions to do what's good for themselves isn't easy. Tharta ribs Stinger, and says "Tell me about it!" Stinger doesn't take it as a joke, and seems offended by the jab. As they continue up the mountain, Caz tells Stinger that the Scorpions need a leader for direction, someone to give them a sense of duty. Stinger asks him what that duty is, and Caz doesn't know, saying that if he did, he would be a Lord. They finally reach where the Bunyip grows, in a pit, directly over a pool of lava. Caz explains that the more powerful the heat, the more potent the flower. Stinger questions his knowledge, and Caz points out that Scorpions have to know what every plant can do in the desert in order for them to survive. Stinger comes up with a plan to get the flower, utilizing Tipi's ability to throw spikes to provide grips for the Scorpions as they head down, since Scorpion carapace can withstand the heat if only for a few minutes. The two Scorpions hold Caz by his legs as he tries to reach the flower. He tells Stinger he can't reach it, and Stinger tells the older Scorpion that he didn't expect him to, and climbs down, trusting Caz to hold him while he reaches for the Bunyip. The mountain shakes, allowing Stinger to slip through Caz's pincers. Stinger manages to catch himself just above the lava, singeing the end of his tail. A Scorpion at the top lets go of the spikes to slide down and rescue him, grabbing the young Scorpion and slinging him upward into Caz's arms, falling into the lava as a result. Stinger is shocked that the Scorpion would sacrifice himself to save Stinger, and Caz explained that he did it because it was his duty. The Scorpions rejoin the triplets at the top. When asked if he was alright, Stinger said he wasn't sure about that, but they were successful. The next scene cuts to them at a hill close to the village. Stinger tries one more time to persuade Caz to come to the village, where there is food and water. The older Scorpion is unconvinced, claiming that he is living the true Scorpion lifestyle. He suggests to Stinger that the younger Scorpion might have realized that after today, leaving Stinger contemplative. Tharta snaps Stinger out of the thought, and the four head to the village.

*Stinger does not make another appearance until episode eight.*

###### Episode Eight

While running to the village, Thuma expresses concern on making it in time to save Jir. Stinger remarks that Jir better throw them a parade after all they went through to get the flower. When they reach the village, Tharta spots Stargazer doing some sort of dreamcasting. Tipi and Stinger remind the group that their priority is Jir, and calls them for one last push, they're exhausted from running literally all day.

In the hut, Jir is finally given the flower. But before the four have time to rest, they hear the alarm sound. The triplets panic for a second until Stinger reminds them that they were left behind to protect the village. Stinger instructs Coorah to watch Jir as they go protect the village. Right as they approach the scene, Stargazer runs up and informs them that the four can not hurt the snakes, as they are children of the Queen Cobra, and the Queen would seek vengeance against them. Stinger works quickly with this information, spotting nets they could use to tangle the snakes in, and telling Tipi and Thuma to get the nets.

They all use the nets to secure the snakes, and Tipi runs along shooting spikes into the ground to ensure the nets stay put. They have almost all of them when Stinger hears a scream, two snakes are attacking the medicine hut, with Jir and Coorah inside. Stinger leaves the triplets to subdue the snake as he goes to help Jir. The triplets are unable to help him, as their poison begins to tap out, and can barely handle the snake they have captured. He grabs both of the snakes by the mouth, but this backfires as they begin to pull him apart. Jir encourages him, telling him to remember who he is. Stinger yells back that he is a Scorpion, as hits the two snakes in the eye with the blunt end of his tail, and smashes their heads together, before forcing their faces into the ground. He lets the snakes go, telling them to get lost before he really gets mad. They scatter, and Jir says he almost thought that Stinger would have to tap into his poison. Stinger seems unsure of that, as he helps Jir up he says "The poison- I'm pretty sure it would change me. And I don't think any of us would like that." He then asks if Jir is cured, and the old frog credits Coorah and Stinger, who says that it was all of them working together. Tipi jumps on his back, celebrating that they saved the village. Tharta points out that they wrecked the market place, to which Stinger responds "Darel would be proud."

Afterwards, at night, Stinger sneaks out to see the Scorpions, but is met by the triplets, who predicted this would happen. Stinger wants to convince the Scorpions to come to the village where there is water and food. Thuma is unhappy with this answer, as she tells him that the village needs Stinger. Tharta agrees, saying that Stinger was one of them. Stinger is unconvinced, telling them that he is still a Scorpion, and while the triplets were the best part of living in the village, he needs to find where he belongs. He promises to Tipi that he will come back, this is just something he has to do first. He walks away, hoping that he will find the belonging he is looking for.

###### Episode Nine

Stinger finds the old Amphibilands, dry and dusty. Caz emerges from one of the tents, asking why Stinger was here. Stinger asks him one final time to join the village, extending that offer to more Scorpions as they appear over a crest. Caz takes this offer as a command to attack, asking if they should storm the village and take some. Stinger is disgusted by this, and shocked, asking why Caz would think of doing that. Caz explains that Lord Marmoo would have done that at Stinger's age. Caz points out that Marmoo and Stinger are related, and as such, Stinger shouldn't let frogs rule over him. Caz continues, telling Stinger to leave, as the Kulipari might come looking for him and destroy the Scorpions in the process. Stinger get angry, telling Caz to stop it, as the war is over, and both sides lost. He says that the only reason he came back was because he was a Scorpion, just like, Caz, and they all deserved a chance at food and water. He is questioned by Caz if he really is a Scorpion. Stinger tells Caz he isn't here to fight, and the older Scorpion is mocking, asking if he really is a leader. He then challenges Stinger to prove it, and gestures toward a tent. Stinger walks in, and gasps when he sees a Scorpion pincer crown and a red cloak resting on Marmoo's old throne.

###### Episode Ten

Tipi is waiting on the edge of a cliff, and looks up to see Stinger, wearing the crown and cloak. She is a little surprised he came back, and vocalizes this, and he simply said he made a promise he would. She just notices the cloak, and asks if he is the new Scorpion Lord. He says that's what he's been told, she rejects the idea, saying he can still come back home to the village. He disagrees, as he now has a duty to protect the Scorpions, they need a leader and no one else will do it. She suggests that they could stay here, but Stinger points out that the tribe would have a hard time surviving in the village, as Stinger barely made it himself. As he explains it, "Scorpions are the reason the Amphibilands are gone, and no one really forgets that." He does seem sorry that he will be leaving Tipi and the triplets behind. As Tipi runs away crying, Stinger leaves with the other Scorpions. He joins Caz on the ridge overlooking the rest of the Scorpions. Caz is mad that Stinger let Tipi go, as she might warn the village. Stinger brushes him off, saying that they will leave to go somewhere else. Caz is indignant at the idea, pointing out that the village is a source of food, water, weapons and captives. As Stinger continues to brush Caz off, Caz gets upset, revealing that he was the one who poisoned Jir, and they should go back and finish the job. Stinger approaches Caz calmly, and Caz protested that he needed Stinger to fulfill his destiny, and that he had no choice, hoping that Stinger would understand. Stinger told Caz that he hoped Caz would understand too, as he stung the old Scorpion across the chest, letting him fall to the ground, Stinger finally tapping into his poison at the same time. After this, Stinger announces to the army of Scorpions that if he heard anyone make threats against the village, he would crush them without hesitation. There is a noticeable voice change after he tapped into his poison. He then kicks Caz's body down the ravine, where it falls at the Scorpions' feet. He asks if they understood, and they all agree. Triumphant, he tells them to follow him to their future.

*This is the last appearance that Stinger makes, as this is the end of Season two, and as of right now, the latest season out. I will try to update this when the third season airs.*

## Personality

Stinger is very determined and headstrong, unwilling to give up, and holds those same expectations for his friends, and will urge them to keep going even when it is hard. He tends to be witty, but has a hard time taking a joke when it is Scorpion related. He cares deeply for his friends, and even Jir. Though he has his angry moments, he seems to have control of it, the only time he has acted on it being when he killed Caz. He struggles with how others view him, as many distrust him. He can get bitter about this, but his friends are always there to pull him out of his sulking. He greatly values other's trust in him, and is good on his word when he says he's going to do something. He can come across as arrogant sometimes, taking great pride in his abilities, but on other occasions, it could be seen as great confidence. While confident in his strength, he is insecure about who he is, unsure if he is a true Scorpion, and whether or not that is a good thing. Despite his insecurity, he is a good leader, and puts others before himself.

## Relationships

#### Tipi

Stinger cares deeply about Tipi, and follows through on his promise to come back to say goodbye to her. He cares a lot about her, and regrets that he has to leave her behind to fulfill his role as the new Scorpion Lord. It is hinted that the two may have romantic feelings for each other in the last episode.

#### Thuma

Despite her tendency to speak without thinking, Stinger still cares about Thuma, as she has been there to help him realize that not everyone hates him like he thinks they do. There have been a few moments where her mouth ran ahead of her, and she said something hurtful to the Scorpion, but he forgives her for what she said.

#### Tharta

Stinger seems to have a bit of a brotherly relationship with Tharta, who often tells Stinger that the Scorpion is one of them. When Stinger leaves to go to the Scorpions, Tharta accepts this, and wishes him luck on his goal.

#### Jir

While Stinger didn't like Jir in the beginning of the season, as Jir was being especially hard on him, Stinger grows to appreciate Jir, and even risks his life to get a cure for Jir when the frog got poisoned, despite things Jir has said in the past. When Stinger leaves, they are on good terms.

#### Pigo

Stinger respects his uncle and values Pigo's opinion about him.

#### Marmoo

There is no relationship between these characters, but there is relation. It is implied that Stinger's father is Marmoo.

## Appearance

His body is gray while his carapace is black; he wears a red bandana around his neck and a red fustanella (quite different from the Greek pteruges) held with a black belt.