This massive creature is a recurring Bydo and the most iconic foe of the R-Type Series. It has also been known by a great variety of names, including Krill, Krell, Doppleganger, Dopkeradops, Dobkeradobs, Double Keratops, Gladiator, etc. It resembles the artwork of H.R. Giger, of Alien fame; indeed, Dobkeratops bears a striking resemblance to that titular creature with both the elongated head and the "chest-burster" head. Though the attacks differ slightly from one incarnation to another, the middle part of the beast is the weak point. This is one of the widely recognized elements of R-Type; Dobkeratops is seen in many different forms in different artwork for the series, especially early on where nearly every game cover had a rendition of this famous beast. Since the Space Corps has encountered several species of Dobkeratops, they all have a unique scientific name.
Appearances
This powerful half-creature half-weapon is a combination of electronics and Bydo biological technology. It guards the entrance to another dimension opened up in a destroyed space colony.
Dobkeratops appears at the end of the first stage.Appears as one of the forms of Phantom Cell and is called Dobkeratops Albino. His first form is colored like the original in the first R-Type. He has extra spikes sticking out of his body and also at the end of his head.
In the Advanced mode second playthrough, Dobkeratops is colored black.- Class: Huge Bydo
- Designation: Dobkeratops?
- HP Level: 5
- Location: Deserted Lab
Sample specimen created for Bydo research. Dobkeratops Mattuchius is its scientific name. A sub-species that has been seen in former Bydo encounters, suspended in a large vat of unknown fluid. Its large size is likely because it is fed pure Bydo solution. Bacteria eat it from the inside and signs of decay are visible.
This version of Dobkeratops works differently than other versions, as the usual weak point is now invulnerable. The weak point here is the tongue of the creature. Once that is destroyed, it will eject it's torso, now revealed to be a nerve cluster. Taking a note from Bellmite and its pods, the cluster is protected by hardened cells that will fly independently of the main body.Description: Dispater (Main)
B-D.Jpt Dobkeratops -Bio Fortress-
Giant, complex Bydo life form with a weakness in its abdomen. Its scientific name is Dobkeratops Dispater.
- HP: 270
- Fuel: 100
- Charge: 2 Turn
- Radar: 8
- Speed: 0
- Evade: 0%
Installation
- Charge Enabled
- Carry x8
R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate
Like in R-Type Command, there are a few species of Dobkeratops, with each chapter having one Dobkeratops boss.
In chapter 7 of the second Human campaign, players will face the Dobkeratops Husk, which has a mummified appearance.
In chapter 20 of the Bydo campaign, players will face the Reactor Cultured Dobkeratops, a special version that breeds Dobkeratops Jr. in its womb.
Description: Dobkeratops (Main)
B-D.Org Dobkeratops -Bio Fortress-
Giant, Bydo life form with a weakness in its abdomen. Its scientific name is Dobkeratops Dispater.
HP: 270 Radar: 8
Fuel: 100 Speed: 0
Charge: 2 Turns Evade: 0%
Installations
Charge Enabled
Carry x8
Armaments
Name | Ammo | Power | Range | Hit | Use | Type | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dobkegen Max | 2 Turns | 210 | --- | 80% | ATK | Piercing | Corrosive Bydo fluid emitted from the Dobkeratops' core. Its long range engulfs enemies and allies alike. |
Description: Head
B-D.Org Dobkeratops Head? -Bio Weapon-
Main part of the Dobkeratops' upper body, controlling the abdomen. Instinctively attacks anything in sight.
HP: 160 Radar: 8
Fuel: 100 Speed: 0
Evade: 5%
Name | Ammo | Power | Range | Hit | Use | Type | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bydo Spray | 99 | 55 | 3-6 | 70% | A/C | Vector | Main part of the Dobkeratops' upper body, controlling the abdomen. Instinctively attacks anything in sight. |
Description: Body
B-D.Org Dobkeratops Body? -Bio Weapon-
Part of the Dobkeratops' chest. Contains many orifices, from which stream Bydo lifeforms.
HP: 130 Radar: 8
Fuel: 100 Speed: 0
Evade: 0%
Name | Ammo | Power | Range | Hit | Use | Type | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bydo Spore | 99 | 40 | 3-6 | 45% | A/B | Vector | Spores dispersed from the chest of the Dobkeratops. The attack has low accuracy, but it can intercept attacks. |
Trivia
- It shares its role in common with Tetran from the Gradius Series, King Fossil from the Darius Series and Gargoyle from the Thunder Force Series, being that they are all the most recurring boss of their respective Shoot Em' Up series.