Beyblade Inspiration Index

**Bakuten Shoot Beyblade** (Explosive Shoot Beyblade), also known as simply Beyblade, is a Japanese manga series created by Takao Aoki which serves as the first incarnation of the Beyblade franchise.

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## Beyblade Characters

### Tyson Granger

**General Information**: Tyson Granger (**Takao Kinomiya** in Japan) is the main protagonist of the Original Series. He is the #1 Blader in the world who is cocky and confident.

**Team**: Bladebreakers (Leader)

The Bladebreakers (known as the **BBA Team** in Japan) are a team of Bladers which represents the country of Japan. The team's Beyblades all begin with the "Dr-" sound and represent the Four Gods of East Asian culture.

**Beyblade**: Dragoon

Dragoon S (short for Dragoon Storm) is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored white. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of air, most commonly in the form of giant tornadoes. Its name is likely a reference to a "dragoon".

**Beyblade Motif**: Azure Dragon

The Azure Dragon, also known as the Avalon Dragon, is one of the Four Gods in Chinese astrology. Associated with the east and spring, it is a very common symbol in Asian culture. It is known as Qinglong in China, Thanh Long in Vietnam, Seiryu in Japan and Cheongnyong in Korea.

### Kai Hiwatari

**General Information**: Kai Hiwatari is a deuteragonist of the Original Series born in Japan but raised in Russia. The former leader of the Blade Sharks, Kai is the heir to the Hiwatari Enterprise who originally desired to destroy all Beyblades due to believing the sport stole his father away from him.

**Team**: Bladebreakers

**Beyblade**: Dranzer

Dranzer S (short for Dranzer Spiral) is a Balance-type Beylbade of the Spin Gear System colored dark blue. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of fire. Its name is likely a combination of the words "dragon" and "panzer".

**Beyblade Motif**: Vermilion Bird

The Vermilion Bird is one of the Four Gods in Chinese astrology, often depicted as a red bird covered in flames. Associated with the south and summer, it is often confused with the very similar mythical creature Fenghuang. It is known as Zhuque in China, Chu Tước in Vietnam, Suzaku in Japan and Jujak in Korea.

### Max Tate

**General Information**: Max Tate (**Max Mizuhara** in Japan) is a deuteragonist of the Original Series hailing from America. He is happy-go-lucky and upbeat.

**Team**: Bladebreakers

**Beyblade**: Draciel

Draciel S (short for Draciel Shield) is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored green. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of water. Its name is likely a combination of the words "dragon" and "seal" (a reference to the Navy SEALS, a particular unit in the US Navy).

**Beyblade Motif**: Black Tortoise

The Black Tortoise is one of the Four Gods in Chinese astrology. Associated with the north and winter, it is often depicted in modern times as a turtle intertwined with a snake. It is known as Xuanwu in China, Huyền Vũ in Vietnam, Genbu in Japan and Hyeon-mu in Korea.

### Ray Kon

**General Information**: Raymond "Ray" Kon (**Rei Kon** in Japan) is a deuteragonist of the Original Series hailing from China. A former member of the White Tigers, he is calm and open-minded.

**Team**: Bladebreakers

**Beyblade**: Driger

Driger S (short for Driger Slash) is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored white. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of metal. Its name is likely a combination of the words "dragon" and "tiger" (a possible reference to the Tiger Force).

**Beyblade Motif**: White Tiger

The White Tiger is one of the Four Gods in Chinese astrology. Associated with the west and autumn, the tiger is the king of animals in Chinese culture and is often depicted with the character for "king" on its forehead. It is believed that the sighting of a white tiger means that the current emperor is ruling with virtue. It is known as Baihu in China, Bạch Hổ in Vietnam, Byakko in Japan, and Baekho in Korea.

### Lee Wong

**General Information**: Lee Wong (**Rai Chen** in Japan) is a Blader born in a secluded Chinese mountain village. He feels betrayed by his best friend Ray Kon and held a grudge against him for a time, but eventually overcame it.

**Team**: White Tigers (Leader)

The White Tigers (known as the **Byakkozoku**/White Tiger Clan in Japan) are a team of Bladers which represents the country of China. The team's Beyblades all begin with the "Gal-" sound and are based on fanged jungle animals.

**Beyblade**: Galeon

Galeon Attacker is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored black. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of lightning. Its name is likely a combination of the words "gale" and "lion".

**Beyblade Motif**: African Lion

The lion (Panthera leo) is a large wild cat native to Africa which is an apex predator dubbed the "King of Beasts". It is known for its large furry head called a mane, although this trait is only present on males. It is one of the most recognized animal symbols in human culture and has been known as representing strength, nobility, and royalty. Their name derives from the Latin word "leo", which refers to the animal itself.

### Mariah

**General Information**: Mariah (**Mao Chen** in Japan) is the younger sister of Lee Wong whose physical features resemble a cat. She is playful and likes to taunt her foes during battle. She has a rivalry against Emily Watson.

**Team**: White Tigers

**Beyblade**: Galux

Galux is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored pink. Its name is likely a combination of the words "gale" and "lynx". *This Beyblade is Anime-Exclusive, having never been released in the toyline.*

**Beyblade Motif**: Lynx

### Gary

**General Information**: Gary (**Gao** in Japan) is the muscle of his team, often taking orders from Mariah. He has an insatiable appetite and a specialty for using his anger as a power source.

**Team**: White Tigers

**Beyblade**: Galzzly

Galzzly is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored red. Its name is likely a combination of the words "gale" and "grizzly".

**Beyblade Motif**: Bear

Bears are carnivorous mammals of the Ursidae family. They possess large bodies covered in shaggy fur and hunt for prey using their long snouts and sharp claws. Their name is conventionally believed to derive from a European word meaning "brown" (referencing the brown bear, the most-well known depiction of a bear in popular culture), but this etymology is highly debatable.

### Kevin

**General Information**: Kevin (**Kiki** in Japan) is one of the fastest Bladers around who constantly taunts his opponents during battle in an attempt to provoke them.

**Team**: White Tigers

**Beyblade**: Galman

Galman is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored lavender. Its name is likely a combination of the words "gale" and "Hanuman".

**Beyblade Motif**: Monkey

The term monkey is a common name for various simian mammals belonging to the Simiiformes infraorder. The name may derive from the character Moneke in the German variant of the classic fable Reynard the Fox.

### Michael Summers

**General Information**: Michael Summers is an American baseball player who is the captain of his team. He initially believes himself to be superior to others and therefore picks on others. After battling the Bladebreakers, he calms down and is later seen to have become more humble.

**Team**: All Starz (Leader)

The All Starz (known as the **PPB All Starz** in Japan) are a team of Bladers which represent the United States of America. The team's Beyblades all begin with the "Try-" sound (possibly a nod to the Triathlon, a sports-related term) and are based on animals associated with America. Each member specialized in a specific sport and their Beyblade's motifs are references to various sporting related logos.

**Beyblade**: Trygle

Trygle is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored orange. Its name is likely a combination of the words "triumph" and "eagle".

**Beyblade Motif**: Eagle

The bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is a bird of prey found in North America, being known as the continent's national bird. Its name derives from the Latin word "aquila", which might mean "the color of darkness". The usage of the word bald is meant to refer to the word's archaic meaning, which is "white headed".

### Eddy Wheeler

**General Information**: Eddy (Eddy Smith in Japan) is an African American basketball player who is fun-loving and free spirited. He uses his skills in shooting hoops to enhance his Beyblade skills with style.

**Team**: All Starz

**Beyblade**: Trypio

Trypio is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored yellow. Its name is likely a combination of the words "triumph" and "scorpion".

**Beyblade Motif**: Scorpion

Scorpions are predatory arachnids from the Scorpiones order that primarily live in deserts. They are widely known for their strong pincers and long, segmented tails that end with a stinger. Their name is believed to derive from a European root word that means 'to cut'.

### Steven Jones

**General Information**: Steven Jones is an American football player who was kicked off his team for bad sportsmanship (this is only mentioned by Dizzi in the English dub). He prefers to launch his Beyblade at full power to brutally take out his opponents quickly.

**Team**: All Starz

**Beyblade**: Tryhorn

Tryhorn is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored brown. Its name is likely a combination of the words "triumph" and "horn". *This Beyblade is Anime-Exclusive, having never been released in the toyline.*

**Beyblade Motif**: Bull

### Emily Watson

**General Information**: Emily Watson is a tennis player who created all of the Beyblades of her team using her skills as a mechanic. She is initially portrayed as nosy and snobbish, who changed in G-Revolution into being an intellectual bookworm.

**Team**: All Starz

**Beyblade**: Trygator

Trygator is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is likely a combination of the words "triumph" and "alligator".

**Beyblade Motif**: Crocodile

Crocodiles are large semiaquatic reptiles that belong to the Crocodylidae family. They generally live in tropical environments and serve as predators that use their massive jaws to bite into their prey. Their name is derived from the Greek word "krokodilos", which refers to all lizards.

*Emily's Beyblade motif is a reference to the top tennis brand Lacoste, which also features a crocodile as its logo.*

### Robert Jurgens

**General Information**: Robert Jurgens (**Ralf Jurgens** in Japan) is a member of German nobility who is usually very noble and plays fairly.

**Team**: Majestics (Leader)

The Majestics (known simply as the **Euro National Team** in Japan) are a team of Bladers which represent Europe. The team's Beyblades all end with the "-Lyon" sound (possibly from the word "battalion") and are all based on mythical creatures which are also heraldic creatures featured on family crests.

**Beyblade**: Griffolyon

Griffolyon is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored powder blue. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of air. Its name is likely a combination of the words "griffon" and "Napoleon".

**Beyblade Motif**: Griffin

The griffin (also spelled as griffon or gryphon) is a legendary creature originating from the Middle Ages and associated with Greek mythology and medieval heraldry. The creature is a fusion of a lion and an eagle.

### Johnny McGregor

**General Information**: Johnny McGregor is a Scottish Blader nicknamed the "Gladiator of Glasgow". He is rude and reckless, always making sarcastic comments whenever he can.

**Team**: Majestics

**Beyblade**: Salamalyon

Salamalyon is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored red. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of fire. Its name is likely a combination of the words "salamander" and "Napoleon".

**Beyblade Motif**: Salamander

The Salamander is a creature originating from the works of Paracelsus and alchemic beliefs. The Salamander is an elemental, a spirit that represents and embodies one of the four basic elements of the universe. The Salamander is specifically the spirit of fire.

### Oliver Bohringer

**General Information**: Oliver Bohringer (**Olivier Polanger** in Japan) is the Beyblading Champion of France who is the calmest member of his team. He is a masterful artist and top ranked chef, often bragging about his talents.

**Team**: Majestics

**Beyblade**: Unicolyon

Unicolyon is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored pastel magenta/pink. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of earth. Its name is likely a combination of the words "unicorn" and "Napoleon". *This Beyblade is Anime-Exclusive, having never been released in the toyline.*

**Beyblade Motif**: Unicorn

The Unicorn is a legendary creature that has existed since the times of antiquity and has appeared in various different mythologies around the world. Its most common appearance is as a horse with a large spiral horn protruding from its forehead which is capable of curing sickness and purifying poisoned water. It is associated as a wild creature who lives peacefully in the woods as a symbol of purity. Its name comes from Latin and means 'single horn'.

### Enrique Tonatore

**General Information**: Enrique (**Giancarlo Tornatore** in Japan) is an Italian Blader who is a Casanova. He is well-mannered and old-fashioned, who isn't afraid of a challenge unless his opponent clearly outclasses him.

**Team**: Majestics

**Beyblade**: Amphilyon

Amphilyon is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored cyan. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of water. Its name is likely a combination of the words "Amphisbaena" and "Napoleon". *This Beyblade is Anime-Exclusive, having never been released in the toyline.*

**Beyblade Motif**: Amphisbaena

The Amphisbaena is a mythological serpent from Greek mythology that primarily eats ants. It possesses two heads (one on each side of its body) and is known as the "Mother of Ants". It is thought to have been born from the blood of Medusa's head which was spilled by Perseus as he flew over the Libyan Desert. Its name roughly means 'to go both ways' in Greek.

### Sanguinex

**General Information**: Sanguinex (**Blood** in Japan) is a Romanian Blader who acts polite and well-mannered while still coming off as creepy and sinister.

**Team**: Dark Bladers (Leader)

The Dark Bladers (known as **Team WHO** in Japan) are a team of Bladers who do not represent any country. Its members are former humans who have turned themselves into soulless monsters for their goal of destroying Bit-Beasts as revenge for their past losses. The Team's Beyblades all end with the "-Lor" sound and are all based on classic movie monsters.

**Beyblade**: Draculor

Draculor is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored dark blue-grey. Its name is likely a combination of the words "Dracula" and "-lor". *This Beyblade is Anime-Exclusive, having never been released in the toyline.*

**Beyblade Motif**: Vampire

The vampire is a type of creature from folklore that feeds on the blood of the living to survive. The most common modern depiction of the vampire originates in Europe. The exact etymology of this word is unclear.

### Lupinex

**General Information**: Lupinex (**Howling** in Japan) is a Transylvanian Blader who is short-tempered and sharp-tongued.

**Team**: Dark Bladers

**Beyblade**: Lycanlor

Lycanlor is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored magenta. Its name is likely a combination of the words "lycan" and "-lor". *This Beyblade is Anime-Exclusive, having never been released in the toyline.*

**Beyblade Motif**: Werewolf

The werewolf is a legendary creature originating from European folklore. They are ordinary humans who transform into a wolf-like monster when exposed to the light of a full moon.

### Cenotaph

**General Information**: Cenotaph (**Cairona** in Japan) is an Egyptian Blader who is the brains of his team with a creepy voice.

**Team**: Dark Bladers

**Beyblade**: Sarcophalon

Sarcophalon is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored beige. Its name is likely a combination of the words "sarcophagus" and "-lor". *This Beyblade is Anime-Exclusive, having never been released in the toyline.*

**Beyblade Motif**: Mummy

Mummies are a type of undead creature wrapped in bandages who mostly appear in works of the horror genre. They originate from Ancient Egyptian tradition, where the body of the deceased would be processed through "mummification" to prepare them for the journey to the afterlife.

### Zomb

**General Information**: Zomb (**Jai** in Japan) is an Austrian Blader who is quiet and gentle despite his overwhelming hatred towards the Majestics.

**Team**: Dark Bladers

**Beyblade**: Shamblor

Shamblor is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored army green. Its name is likely a combination of the words "shamble" and "-lor". *This Beyblade is Anime-Exclusive, having never been released in the toyline.*

**Beyblade Motif**: Frankenstein's Monster

Frankenstein's Monster, known officially as just The "Monster", is the title character of the 1818 novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. The creature is a human being brought back to life by Dr. Victor Frankenstein through a scientific experiment and ends up terrorizing a Swiss village.

### Tala

**General Information**: Tala (**Yuri Ivanov** in Japan) is a Russian Blader trained from a young age to the point of being genetically enhanced to ensure victory. He is fiery and sarcastic, while also shown to be intelligent.

**Team**: Demolition Boys (Leader)

The Demolition Boys (known as **Borg** in Japan) are a team of Bladers who represent the country of Russia. The Team's Beyblades all end with the "-Borg" sound and are generally based on the Three Terrains with Wolborg representing the cold environment of Russia.

**Beyblade**: Wolborg

Wolborg is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored silver. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of ice. Its name is likely a combination of the words "wolf" and "cyborg".

**Beyblade Motif**: Wolf

The gray wolf (Canis lupus) is a large canine native to Eurasia and North America. They are the largest living canine species today, reaching weights of 40 kilograms (88 pounds). Its name derives from the Germanic word wulfaz, which refers to this animal.

### Bryan Kuznetsov

**General Information**: Bryan Kuznetsov is a cold and ruthless Blader who likes to attack his opponents themselves rather than their Beyblade.

**Team**: Demolition Boys

**Beyblade**: Falborg

Falborg is a Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored pastel purple. Its name is likely a combination of the words "falcon" and "cyborg".

**Beyblade Motif**: Falcon

The peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) is a widespread bird of prey renowned for its speed. It has been recorded of reaching speeds of over 320 km/h (200 mph), making it the single fastest animal in the world. Their name comes from the Latin word "falco", which simply refers directly to this animal.

*Bryan's Beyblade, in terms of his team's Three Terrains motif, represents the Sky.*

### Spencer

**General Information**: Spencer (**Sergei** in Japan) is a generally quiet person who is very competitive raised in the Balkov Abbey alongside his teammates.

**Team**: Demolition Boys

**Beyblade**: Seaborg

Seaborg is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored light blue. Its name is likely a combination of the words "sea" and "cyborg".

**Beyblade Motif**: Whale

Whales are a diverse group of marine mammals classified as "cetaceans" (which also includes dolphins). They are most well known as the largest animals in the world, the biggest of which being the blue whale (which can grow up to 29.9 meters or 98 feet in length). They have been under threat from a practice called "whaling" since the Stone Age, leading to conservation efforts to protect endangered species. Famous examples of representation in culture include the great white whale in the novel Moby Dick and the Judeo-Christian story of Jonah found in the Hebrew Bible. The name derives from the Proto-Indo-European word "skwalo", which means 'large sea fish'.

*Spencer's Beyblade, in terms of his team's Three Terrains motif, represents the Sea.*

### Ian Pahov

**General Information**: Ian Pahov (**Ivan Papov** in Japan) is a cool and cold Blader with a long nose.

**Team**: Demolition Boys

**Beyblade**: Wyborg

Wyborg is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System colored purple/fuchsia. Its name is likely a combination of the words "wyvern" and "cyborg".

**Beyblade Motif**: Cobra

A cobra is a common name for various species of snakes, most commonly belonging to the Elapidae family and the Naja genus. All known snakes defined as cobras are venomous and are identifiable for producing a hood when threatened. The word is derived from the Portuguese phrase "cobra de capello", meaning 'snake with a hood'.

*Ian's Beyblade, in terms of his team's Three Terrains motif, represents the Land.*

## Beyblade V-Force Characters

### Ozuma

Team: Saint Shields

**Beyblade**: Flash Leopard

Flash Leopard is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Leopard

The leopard (Panthera pardus) is a large wild cat that primarily lives in Africa, Asia, and Russia. The species is known for its spotted fur that it uses as camouflage. Its name comes from the Greek word "leopardos", which means 'lion pard' (the pard is a mythological creature believed to resemble the leopard).

### Dunga

Team: Saint Shields

**Beyblade**: Vortex Ape

Vortex Ape is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Gorilla

The gorilla is a genus of herbivorous great ape primates that live in the tropical forests of Africa. They are known as the largest living primates and the second closest biological relative to humans after chimpanzees. The name of the animal is derived from the Greek word "gorillai" meaning 'tribe of hairy women' and comes from the expeditions of explorer Hanno the Navigator whose fellow explorers used the word to refer to the African indigenous tribesman they encountered.

### Joseph

Team: Saint Shields

**Beyblade**: Vanishing Moot

Vanishing Moot is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Elephant

The elephant is the name of the three living species of mammals belonging to the Elephantidae family. They are the largest living land animal on Earth and are known for their long proboscis called a trunk, large tusks, large flappy ears, and tough skin. Their name is derived from the Greek word "elephantos", which simply refers to this animal.

### Mariam

Team: Saint Shields

**Beyblade**: Sharkrash

Sharkrash is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is likely a combination of "shark" and "crash".

**Beyblade Motif**: Shark

The great white shark, is a species of large marine animal that can be found in all major oceans. The success of the Steven Spielberg film Jaws has led to the great white being associated as a ferocious man-eating predator, despite humans not being its preferred prey. The exact origin of the word shark is uncertain, but one possible etymology is the Dutch word "schurk" which means 'villain, scoundrel'.

### Snakey

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: Sabel Cobra

Sabel Cobra is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Snake

Snakes are limbless, carnivorous reptiles of the Serpentes suborder. They are known for their scale-covered bodies and some members possess venom. Their name is likely based on the Proto-European root "snego", which means 'crawling' which references the signature "slithering" snakes use to move around.

### Daryl

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: Darylanzer

Darylanzer is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is likely a combination of "Daryl" and "lancer".

### Chameleon

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: The Chameleon

The Chameleon is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Chameleon

Chameleons are a distinctive type of lizard belonging to the Chamaeleonidae family. They are known for their stereoscopic vision, long tongues, and most notably the ability to change their body's color to hide from predators. Their name is derived from the Greek word "khamaileon", which means 'ground lion'.

### Bat

Team: Psyckick

**Beyblade**: Batranzer

Batranzer is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is likely a combination of the words "bat" and "lancer".

**Beyblade Motif**: Bat

The bat is the name of any mammalian animal in the Chiroptera order. They are the only living species of mammal capable of true flight and are actually more maneuverable than a bird. The bat is nocturnal, meaning they will sleep inside caves during the daytime and come out to hunt for food at night using a process called echolocation. Bats are often associated with negative concepts in the West like darkness, malevolence, and death. Their name derives from the Middle English word bakke.

### Figel

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: Figelanzer

Figelanzer is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is likely a combination of "bat" and "lancer".

### Gerry

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: Digital Dragon

**Beyblade Motif**: Dragon

A dragon is a large serpentine creature found in the folklore and mythology of many different cultures worldwide. The word "dragon" is derived from the Latin word for the creature (draco).

### Wyatt Smithwright

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: Digital Bird

**Beyblade Motif**: Phoenix

The phoenix is a creature from Greek mythology that possesses analogs in the beliefs of many other cultures. It is a bird imbued with the element of fire that is a common symbol of immortality thanks to its famous ability to resurrect itself. The creature's name is believed to derive from the Greek word "phoinix", which can refer to the country of Phoenicia (also known as the land of the sunrise) or the color purple (which in ancient times was symbolic of fire).

### Kane Yamashita

Team: Psykick (Leader)

**Beyblade**: Cyber Dragoon

Cyber Dragoon is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is likely a reference to a "dragoon".

**Beyblade Motif**: Azure Dragon

The Azure Dragon, also known as the Avalon Dragon, is one of the Four Gods in Chinese astrology. Associated with the east and spring, it is a very common symbol in Asian culture. It is known as Qinglong in China, Thanh Long in Vietnam, Seiryu in Japan and Cheongnyong in Korea.

### Salima

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: Cyber Driger

Cyber Driger is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is a combination of "dragon" and "tiger".

**Beyblade Motif**: White Tiger

The White Tiger is one of the Four Gods in Chinese astrology. Associated with the west and autumn, the tiger is the king of animals in Chinese culture and is often depicted with the character for "king" on its forehead. It is believed that the sighting of a white tiger means that the current emperor is ruling with virtue. It is known as Baihu in China, Bạch Hổ in Vietnam, Byakko in Japan, and Baekho in Korea.

### Jim

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: Cyber Draciel

Cyber Draciel is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is a combination of "dragon" and "seal" (a reference to the Navy SEALS).

**Beyblade Motif**: Black Tortoise

The Black Tortoise is one of the Four Gods in Chinese astrology. Associated with the north and winter, it is often depicted in modern times as a turtle intertwined with a snake. It is known as Xuanwu in China, Huyền Vũ in Vietnam, Genbu in Japan and Hyeon-mu in Korea.

### Goki

Team: Psykick

**Beyblade**: Cyber Dranzer

Cyber Dranzer is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is a combination of "dragon" and "panzer".

**Beyblade Motif**: Vermilion Bird

The Vermilion Bird is one of the Four Gods in Chinese astrology, often depicted as a red bird covered in flames. Associated with the south and summer, it is often confused with the very similar mythical creature Fenghuang. It is known as Zhuque in China, Chu Tước in Vietnam, Suzaku in Japan and Jujak in Korea.

### Foxy

Team: Zagato

**Beyblade**: Wildfox

Wildfox is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Fox

The red fox (Vulpes vulpes) is a species of canine native to the entire Northern Hemisphere. Its introduction to Australia has caused it to be included on the list of the 100 worst invasive species. East Asian culture has long associated the fox with tricksters and mischievous behavior. The name of the fox likely derives from the Proto-European word "puk", meaning tail.

### Net

Team: Zagato

**Beyblade**: Phantom Spider

Phantom Spider is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Spider

Spiders are arthropods belonging to the Araneae order. Common traits of the spider include eight legs, possession of fangs that often contain venom, and the ability to secrete silk to produce a structure called a web. They are not classified as insects because no known species possesses antennae. In mythology, they are portrayed as symbols of patience and creativity. They are most often used in fiction as villainous thanks to many people being afraid of them, some even possessing an irrational psychological fear of them called arachnophobia. Their name derives from a Germanic word meaning "spinner", which references the common verb of spiders "spinning" their webs.

### Jack

Team: Zagato

**Beyblade**: Sickle Weasel

Sickle Weasel is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

Beyblade Motif: Weasel

### Denny

Team: Zagato

**Beyblade**: Klarken

Klarken is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System. Its name is likely a reference to the Kraken.

**Beyblade Motif**: Octopus

The octopus is a soft-bodied mollusc of the Octopoda order. Their name is Latin for 'eight feet', a reference to their eight appendages called tentacles which they are most known for. Other traits include a beaked mouth, the spreading of ink for protection, and access to venom.

### Dennis

Team: Zagato

**Beyblade**: Tyranno

Tyranno is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Tyrannosaurus

The Tyrannosaurus rex is one of the best represented dinosaurs of the theropod category. It lived during the Late Cretaceous period in western North America and was among the last non-avian dinosaurs to ever live. Its name means "Tyrant Lizard King" in Greek.

### Zeo Zagart

Team: Zagato

**Beyblade**: Burning Cerberus

Burning Cerberus is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Cerberus

Cerberus is a multi-headed hellhound from Greek mythology. It was once in charge of guarding the gates of the underworld until it was captured by Hercules as the last of his Twelve Labors. He was then replaced by a two-headed dog named Orthrus. The meaning of this creature's name is undetermined.

### Gordo

Team: Zagato

**Beyblade**: Orthros

Orthros is a Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

Beyblade Motif: Orthrus

### King

Team: Parts Hunters (Leader)

**Beyblade**: Uriel

Uriel is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

Beyblade Motif: Mountain Goat

### Queen

Team: Parts Hunters

**Beyblade**: Gabriel

Gabriel is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Magnacore System.

Beyblade Motif: Mountain Goat

## Beyblade G-Revolution Characters

### Daichi Sumeragi

Team: Bladebreakers

**Beyblade**: Strata Dragoon

Strata Dragoon MS (short for Strata Dragoon Metal Spin) is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System. Its name is likely based on "stratosphere" and "dragoon".

Beyblade Motif: Golden Dragon

### Miguel Lavalier

Team: Barthez Battalion (Leader)

**Beyblade**: Dark Gargoyle

Dark Gargoyle is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Gargoyle

The gargoyle is a monster from horror and fantasy fiction based on the architectural element of the same name. They are associated as magically animated stone creatures who possess animal-like features and function as guardians for cathedrals or castles. Other interpretations portray them as ordinary gargoyles possessed by demons or living statues. The name is based on the French word "gargouille", which refers to the throat. One function of gargoyle statues is having them function as a fountain by spraying water out of their sculpted mouth, coming up from their throat.

### Mathilda Aster

Team: Barthez Battalion

**Beyblade**: Pierce Hedgehog

Pierce Hedgehog is a Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Hedgehog

The hedgehog is a species of mammal belonging to the Erinaceinae subfamily who is covered mostly in pointy spines. Its name is based on its love of grassy hedges and its piglike snout (hog is a synonym for pig).

### Claude Dugarry

Team: Barthez Battalion

**Beyblade**: Rapid Eagle

**Beyblade Motif**: Eagle

The bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is a bird of prey found in North America, being known as the continent's national bird. Its name derives from the Latin word "aquila", which might mean "the color of darkness". The usage of the word bald is meant to refer to the word's archaic meaning, which is "white headed".

### Aaron Silva

Team: Barthez Battalion

**Beyblade**: Rushing Boar

Rushing Boar is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Wild Boar

The wild boar (Sus scrofa) is a species of swine that is one of the widest-ranging mammals in the world. While originating from Southeast Asia during the Early Pleistocene Era, it has become an invasive species that has dominated the ecosystems found throughout the world thanks to their adaptability. It is significant in human culture as a big-game animal and as the ancestor to the modern domestic pig. Their name is derived from the West Germanic word "bairaz", whose own meaning is unknown.

### Rick Anderson

Team: All Starz

**Beyblade**: Rock Bison

Rock Bison is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Bison

Bison are a number of large, even-toed ungulates in the genus of the same name. Only two species are still alive today; the American bison (Bison bison) and the European bison (Bison bonasus). The name means "wild ox" in Latin.

### Julia Fernandez

Team: F-Dynasty (Leader)

**Beyblade**: Thunder Pegasus

Thunder Pegasus is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Pegasus

The Pegasus is a legendary creature from Greek mythology which resembles a white horse equipped with a pair of wings. Legends say that it is the child of Poseidon and Medusa and joined the epic hero Bellerophon in his journey to slay the Chimera. After Bellerophon died attempting to reach Mount Olympus, the Pegasus was transformed by Zeus into the constellation of the same name. This creature's name is based on the Greek word "pege" meaning 'spring' or 'well'.

### Raul Fernandez

Team: F-Dynasty

**Beyblade**: Torch Pegasus

Torch Pegasus is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Pegasus

The Pegasus is a legendary creature from Greek mythology which resembles a white horse equipped with a pair of wings. Legends say that it is the child of Poseidon and Medusa and joined the epic hero Bellerophon in his journey to slay the Chimera. After Bellerophon died attempting to reach Mount Olympus, the Pegasus was transformed by Zeus into the constellation of the same name. This creature's name is based on the Greek word "pege" meaning 'spring' or 'well'.

### Romero

Team: F-Dynasty

**Beyblade**: Thorn Rose

Thorn Rose is a Beyblade of the Engine Gear System

**Beyblade Motif**: Rose

Roses are a type of flowering plant in the Rosa genus. Their name comes from the Greek word "rhodon".

### Garland Siebald

Team: Justice 5 (Leader)

**Beyblade**: Apollon

Apollon is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

Beyblade Motif: Griffin?

### Brooklyn

Team: Justice 5

**Beyblade**: Zeus

Zeus is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

Beyblade Motif: Fallen Angel?

### Ming-Ming

Team: Justice 5

**Beyblade**: Venus

Venus is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

Beyblade Motif: Swan?

### Crusher

Team: Justice 5

**Beyblade**: Gigars

Gigars is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

Beyblade Motif: Gargoyle?

### Mystel

Team: Justice 5

**Beyblade**: Poseidon

Poseidon is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

Beyblade Motif: Sea Monster?

### Gray

Team: Training Squad (Leader)

**Beyblade**: Orca Diver

Orca Diver is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Orca

The killer whale, also known as the orca or grampus, is a large whale most recognized for its black and white body. The species can be found in all of the world's oceans and are classified as apex predators. The name "orca" is most likely based on the Roman god of the underworld, Orcus.

### Hawk

Team: Training Squad

**Beyblade**: Manta Diver

Manta Diver is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Manta Ray

Manta rays are large cold-blooded fish belonging to the Mobulidae family. They are most well-known for their flat diamond-shaped bodies. Their name means "blanket" in Spanish.

### Billy

Team: Training Squad

**Beyblade**: Crab Diver

Crab Diver is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Engine Gear System.

**Beyblade Motif**: Crab

Crabs are decapod crustaceans of the Brachyura infraorder that live both on land and in the oceans around the world. They possess thick exoskeletons and a pair of pincers. The name is believed to derive from the Proto-Germanic word "krabbo" which means 'crawling'.

## Fanon Characters

**The following characters are created and owned by GamepadtheDreamer. They are part of the** Whirlwind Contest **project.**

### Fuyuki Senso

**Team**: Whirlwinds (Leader)

The Whirlwinds are a team of Bladers who represent the country of Japan in the Whirlwind Contest. The team's Beyblades all end with the "-Nox" sound. Each member is inspired by one of the Four Seasons and their Beyblade is modeled after an animal associated with their Blader's season.

*Fuyuki, in terms of his team's Four Seasons motif, represents Winter.*

**Beyblade**: Ursanox

Ursanox S (short for Ursanox Snow) is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. The Bit-Beast within can manipulate the element of ice. Its name is a combination of "ursa" and "equinox".

**Beyblade Motif**: Polar Bear

The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is a species of bear that lives exclusively in the Arctic Circle. They are the largest living species of bear and the largest living carnivore on land.

### Atsuki Sokudo

**Team**: Whirlwinds

*Atsuki, in terms of his team's Four Seasons motif, represents Spring.*

**Beyblade**: Lagonox

Lagonox S (short for Lagonox Star) is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "lagomorph" and "equinox".

**Beyblade Motif**: Rabbit

Rabbits are small mammals in the Leporidae family of the Lagomorpha order. The particular species of the European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) is familiar as a common wild animal and is sometimes kept as a pet. Their name comes from the Middle English word "rabet".

### Kaito Ikada

**Team**: Whirlwinds

*Kaito, in terms of his team's Four Seasons motif, represents Summer.*

**Beyblade**: Crustanox

Crustanox S (short for Crustanox Splash) is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "crustacean" and "equinox".

**Beyblade Motif**: Japanese Spiny Lobster

The Japanese spiny lobster (known as the ise-ebi in Japanese) is a specific species of lobster who lives in the Pacific Ocean around Japan. It is the main subject of commercial lobster fishing in Japan and is a common sight in high-class Japanese cuisine.

### Kosei Oji

**Team**: Whirlwinds

*Kosei, in terms of his team's Four Seasons motif, represents Autumn.*

**Beyblade**: Elkanox

Elkanox S (short for Elkanox Stag) is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "elk" and "equinox".

**Beyblade Motif**: Deer

Deer are hoofed mammals from the Cervidae family. They are most well known for their massive antlers. The name derives from the Old English word "deor", which was originally used to refer to any wild animal and evolved over time to refer to this specific animal.

### Philipp Balthasar

**Team**: Typhoons (Leader)

The Typhoons are a team of Bladers who represent the United States of America in the Whirlwind Contest. The team's Beyblades all end with the "-Itan" sound. Each member's Beyblade represents one of the 4 suits in the standard playing card deck.

**Beyblade**: Kuwagitan

Kuwagitan is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "kuwagata" (the Japanese word for a stag beetle) and "captain".

**Beyblade Motif**: Stag Beetle

Stag beetles are a broad category of around 1,200 species belonging to the Lucianidae family. The best known representative is the European stag beetle (Lucanus cervus), well known for the pair of gigantic mandibles sprouting from their head. The informal name of the species is based on the horns being comparable to a deer's antlers.

*Philipp's Beyblade, in terms of his team's playing card motif, represents the Suit of Spades.*

### Eugene Kingston

**Team**: Typhoons

**Beyblade**: Flamitan

Flamitan is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "flamingo" and "captain".

**Beyblade Motif**: Flamingo

Flamingos are a type of wading bird of the Phoenicopteridae family. Their name comes from the Spanish word "flamengo", meaning 'flame-colored'.

*Eugene's Beyblade, in terms of his team's playing card motif, represents the Suit of Hearts.*

### Brian Wild

**Team**: Typhoons

**Beyblade**: Saitan

Saitan is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "sai" (the Japanese word for a rhinoceros) and "captain".

**Beyblade Motif**: Rhinoceros

The rhinoceros, often abbreviated to rhino, is any of the five species of odd-toed ungulates in the Rhinocerotidae family that live in Africa and Southeast Asia. Members of the species are known for their single horn, gigantic size, and tough hide. Its name means "nose horn" in Greek.

*Brian's Beyblade, in terms of his team's playing card motif, represents the Suit of Diamonds.*

### Mark Rivers

**Team**: Typhoons

**Beyblade**: Kuragitan

Kuragitan is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "kurage" (the Japanese word for a jellyfish) and "captain".

**Beyblade Motif**: Jellyfish

Jellyfish is a common name for the gelatinous members of the Medusozoa subphylum. They are generally free-swimming marine animals shaped like an umbrella armed with trailing tentacles.

*Mark's Beyblade, in terms of his team's playing card motif, represents the Suit of Clubs.*

### Henry Jones

**Team**: Hurricanes (Leader)

The Hurricanes are a team of Bladers who represent the United Kingdom in the Whirlwind Contest. The team's Beyblades all end with the "-Diya" sound. Each member's Beyblade, in addition to the standard animal motif, is based on a cryptid.

**Beyblade**: Cheldiya

Cheldiya is a Defense-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "chelonian" and "Diyala".

**Beyblade Motif**: Sea Turtle

*Henry's Beyblade, in terms of his team's cryptid motif, represents the Loch Ness Monster.*

### Alice Evans

**Team**: Hurricanes

**Beyblade**: Skrodiya

Skrodiya is a Balance-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "skoros" and "Diyala".

**Beyblade Motif**: Moth

*Alice's Beyblade, in terms of her team's cryptid motif, represents Mothman.*

### Murphy Byrne

**Team**: Hurricanes

**Beyblade**: Emvodiya

Emvodiya is an Attack-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "emvolo" and "Diyala".

**Beyblade Motif**: Bighorn Sheep

*Murphy's Beyblade, in terms of his team's cryptid motif, represents the Jersey Devil.*

### Logan Allen

**Team**: Hurricanes

**Beyblade**: Psardiya

Psardiya is a Stamina-type Beyblade of the Spin Gear System. Its name is a combination of "psari" and "Diyala".

**Beyblade Motif**: Barracuda

*Logan's Beyblade, in terms of his team's cryptid motif, represents the Skyfish.*

## Ideas

### Animals

* Aardvark
* Angelfish
* Anglerfish
* Ant
* Anteater
* Archerfish
* Armadillo
* Asura
* Badger
* Beaver
* Bedbug
* Bee
* Beluga Whale
* Bird of Paradise
* Blue Jay
* Butterfly
* Camel
* Capybara
* Cardinal
* Cassowary
* Centipede
* Cheetah
* Chimera
* Cicada
* Clam
* Clownfish
* Cockroach
* Condor
* Cormorant
* Coyote
* Crane
* Cricket
* Crow
* Cthulhu
* Dingo
* Dolphin
* Donkey
* Dove
* Dragonfly
* Egret
* Electric Eel
* Firefly
* Flea
* Flying Fish
* Fossa
* Gazelle
* Gecko
* Gila Monster
* Giraffe
* Goose
* Hawk
* Hercules Beetle
* Heron
* Hippopotamus
* House Fly
* Hummingbird
* Hyena
* Iguana
* Jackal
* Kingfisher
* Komodo Dragon
* Ladybug
* Lacewing
* Leaf Insect
* Lionfish
* Lizard
* Llama
* Locust
* Longhorn Beetle
* Lyrebird
* Magpie
* Mantis
* Mole
* Mosquito
* Mouse
* Narwhal
* Newt
* Ocelot
* Octopus
* Osprey
* Owl
* Pangolin
* Panther
* Parrot
* Peacock
* Pelican
* Penguin
* Pheasant
* Pig
* Piranha
* Platypus
* Porcupine
* Quail
* Quetzal
* Rattlesnake
* Raven
* Reindeer
* Rhinoceros Beetle
* Roadrunner
* Rockhopper Penguin
* Rooster
* Scarab
* Sea Anemone
* Sea Angel
* Secretary Bird
* Shoebill
* Shrimp
* Skunk
* Sparrow
* Squid
* Squirrel
* Starfish
* Stork
* Swan
* Swordfish
* Tapir
* Tarsier
* Tasmanian Devil
* Thorny Devil
* Toad
* Toucan
* Vulture
* Walrus
* Wildebeest
* Wild Turkey
* Wombat
* Woodpecker
* Yak
* Zebra

### Team Themes

* Five Pillars of Islam
* Five Senses
* Four Cardinal Directions
* Four Heavenly Kings
* Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse
* Four States of Matter

## See Also

* Beyblade Metal Saga Inspiration Index
* Beyblade Burst Inspiration Index