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A '''Maverick''', known as an {{jp|'''Irregular'''|イレギュラー|Iregyurā}} in Japan, is a classification of [[robot]] in the ''Mega Man'' series. First appearing in ''[[Mega Man X]]'', the term is used extensively throughout the [[X era]], [[Zero era]], and [[ZX era]], coming to generally mean any robot whose behavior is dangerous or | A '''Maverick''', known as an {{jp|'''Irregular'''|イレギュラー|Iregyurā}} in Japan, is a classification of [[robot]] in the ''Mega Man'' series. First appearing in ''[[Mega Man X]]'', the term is used extensively throughout the [[X era]], [[Zero era]], and [[ZX era]], coming to generally mean any robot whose behavior is dangerous or contrary to the laws of society. | ||
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The term Maverick was introduced in ''[[Mega Man X]]''. The Japanese game manual says it was intended for defective [[Reploid]]s whose behavior threatened to harm humans or fellow Reploids. This begat the formation of the [[Maverick Hunters]], an organization dedicated to controlling Maverick activity.<ref name="X1 JP Manual">Game manual, ''Rockman X''. December 1993.</ref> However, the term gained political connotation when [[Sigma]] staged his rebellion against humanity, recruiting Maverick Hunters to harm humans of their own free will, without any defects. | The term Maverick was introduced in ''[[Mega Man X]]''. The Japanese game manual says it was intended for defective [[Reploid]]s whose behavior threatened to harm humans or fellow Reploids. This begat the formation of the [[Maverick Hunters]], an organization dedicated to controlling Maverick activity.<ref name="X1 JP Manual">Game manual, ''Rockman X''. December 1993.</ref> However, the term gained political connotation when [[Sigma]] staged his rebellion against humanity, recruiting Maverick Hunters to harm humans of their own free will, without any defects. | ||
This game introduced the formula of eight Stage Select bosses, often called the "eight Mavericks". Similar to [[Robot Master]]s in the [[Classic era]], X must fight eight animal or plant- | This game introduced the formula of eight Stage Select bosses, often called the "eight Mavericks". Similar to [[Robot Master]]s in the [[Classic era]], X must fight eight animal or plant-inspired Mavericks on the Stage Select screen, gaining their [[Special Weapon]]s, in order to enter the [[Last Stage]]s. These eight Mavericks are all former Maverick Hunters, now part of Sigma's rebellion. | ||
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====''Mega Man X2''==== | ====''Mega Man X2''==== | ||
In ''[[Mega Man X2]]'', | In ''[[Mega Man X2]]'', there are still remnants of Sigma's Maverick rebellion, now laying low until the [[X-Hunters]] put their plans into motion. Two major developments occur: first, the Mavericks begin intentionally creating more Mavericks, all bearing Sigma's mark. Second, [[Magna Centipede]] spreads the [[Maverick Virus]] around the world via the {{MMX2Link|Central Computer Stage}}, a virus which can force Reploids to go Maverick against their best judgement. These developments would have repercussions for the rest of the X era. | ||
The eight Mavericks are five former Maverick Hunters from Sigma's rebellion, plus three new recruits. | The eight Mavericks are five former Maverick Hunters from Sigma's rebellion, plus three new recruits. | ||
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====''Mega Man X4''==== | ====''Mega Man X4''==== | ||
In ''[[Mega Man X4]]'', the term Maverick is further complicated as a political tool. After being blamed for the [[Sky Lagoon]] incident, [[Repliforce]] stages a coup d'état in order to escape to space and establish their own independent Reploid nation. Despite not outright seeking to destroy humanity, they are branded as Maverick for their disobedience and the Maverick Hunters are sent after them. Additionally, Sigma retains some loyal Maverick agents | In ''[[Mega Man X4]]'', the term Maverick is further complicated as a political tool. After being blamed for the [[Sky Lagoon]] incident, [[Repliforce]] stages a coup d'état in order to escape to space and establish their own independent Reploid nation. Despite not outright seeking to destroy humanity, they are branded as Maverick for their dangerous disobedience and the Maverick Hunters are sent after them. Additionally, Sigma retains some loyal Maverick agents who work amidst the chaos. | ||
The eight Mavericks are five members of Repliforce, plus three agents of Sigma. | The eight Mavericks are five members of Repliforce, plus three agents of Sigma. As this game was Zero's fully playable debut, this also offers [[Technique]]s for Zero, alongside X's Special Weapons. | ||
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====''Mega Man X6''==== | ====''Mega Man X6''==== | ||
In ''[[Mega Man X6]]'', Mavericks are again believed to be a thing of the past, as the Sigma Virus has disappeared and the world is focused on rebuilding from the [[Earth Crisis]]. However, wild Mavericks return | In ''[[Mega Man X6]]'', Mavericks are again believed to be a thing of the past, as the Sigma Virus has disappeared and the world is focused on rebuilding from the [[Earth Crisis]]. However, wild Mavericks return when the mysterious [[Nightmare]] appears. As X investigates the Mavericks, he comes into conflict with [[High Max]] and the [[Nightmare Investigators]]. They are secretly loyal to [[Gate]], who plans to conquer the world using the Nightmare. | ||
The eight Mavericks are the Nightmare Investigators working for Gate. | The eight Mavericks are the Nightmare Investigators working for Gate. | ||
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| [[Commander Yammark]] | | [[Commander Yammark]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Commander Yammark Portrait.png|center]] | | [[File:MMX6 - Commander Yammark Portrait.png|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Yammar Option Icon.png]] [[Yammar Option]] | | [[File:MMX6 - Yammar Option (X) Icon.png]] [[Yammar Option]]<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Yammar Option (Z) Icon.png]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Ray Arrow Icon.png]] Ray Arrow<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Rekkoha Icon.png]] Rekkoha | | [[File:MMX6 - Ray Arrow Icon.png]] Ray Arrow<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Rekkoha Icon.png]] Rekkoha | ||
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| [[File:MMX6 - Shield Sheldon Portrait.png|center]] | | [[File:MMX6 - Shield Sheldon Portrait.png|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Guard Shell Icon.png]] [[Guard Shell]] | | [[File:MMX6 - Guard Shell (X) Icon.png]] [[Guard Shell]]<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Guard Shell (Z) Icon.png]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Metal Anchor Icon.png]] Metal Anchor<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Rakukojin Icon.png]] Rakukojin | | [[File:MMX6 - Metal Anchor Icon.png]] Metal Anchor<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Rakukojin Icon.png]] Rakukojin | ||
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| [[File:MMX6 - Infinity Mijinion Portrait.png|center]] | | [[File:MMX6 - Infinity Mijinion Portrait.png|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Ray Arrow Icon.png]] [[Ray Arrow]]<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Rekkoha Icon.png]] [[Rekkoha]] | | [[File:MMX6 - Ray Arrow Icon.png]] [[Ray Arrow]]<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Rekkoha Icon.png]] [[Rekkoha]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Guard Shell Icon.png]] Guard Shell | | [[File:MMX6 - Guard Shell (X) Icon.png]] Guard Shell<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Guard Shell (Z) Icon.png]] | ||
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| [[File:MMX6 - Ground Scaravich Portrait.png|center]] | | [[File:MMX6 - Ground Scaravich Portrait.png|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Ground Dash Icon.png]] [[Ground Dash]]<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Sentsuizan Icon.png]] [[Sentsuizan]] | | [[File:MMX6 - Ground Dash Icon.png]] [[Ground Dash]]<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Sentsuizan Icon.png]] [[Sentsuizan]] | ||
| [[File:MMX6 - Yammar Option Icon.png]] Yammar Option | | [[File:MMX6 - Yammar Option (X) Icon.png]] Yammar Option<br/>[[File:MMX6 - Yammar Option (Z) Icon.png]] | ||
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====''Mega Man X7''==== | ====''Mega Man X7''==== | ||
In ''[[Mega Man X7]]'', the | In ''[[Mega Man X7]]'', the rebuilt world is susceptible to Maverick crime again. A bounty hunter syndicate called [[Red Alert]] appears, competing with the weakened Maverick Hunters. When their member [[Axl]] seeks asylum with the Hunters, [[Red]] challenges them over his custody. Red Alert releases Mavericks across the globe, goading the Hunters into a duel to determine which group is superior.<ref>''Mega Man X7''. 2003. '''Red:''' "I never imagined our little friend would end up in your hands, but in any case, I want Axl back. Now, don't you worry. I know he won't come back easily. So how about this? Like you, we are hunters. We've trashed our share of Mavericks. So how about a duel? A duel to determine who the real Maverick Hunters are. I'm sure you won't mind if we use the Mavericks that we've captured so far. So, the last one standing wins!"</ref> | ||
The eight Mavericks are members of [[Red Alert]]. | The eight Mavericks are members of [[Red Alert]]. | ||
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| [[Soldier Stonekong]] | | [[Soldier Stonekong]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Soldier Stonekong Portrait.png|80px|center]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Soldier Stonekong Portrait.png|80px|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Gaea Shield Icon.png]] [[Gaea Shield]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Gokumonken Icon.png]] [[Gokumonken]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Gaea Shield (A) Icon.png]] [[Gaea Shield]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Gaea Shield (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Gokumonken Icon.png]] [[Gokumonken]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Explosion Icon.png]] Explosion<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Hadangeki Icon.png]] Hadangeki | | [[File:MMX7 - Explosion (A) Icon.png]] Explosion<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Explosion (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Hadangeki Icon.png]] Hadangeki | ||
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| [[Splash Warfly]] | | [[Splash Warfly]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Splash Warfly Portrait.png|80px|center]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Splash Warfly Portrait.png|80px|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Splash Laser Icon.png]] [[Splash Laser]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Suiretsusen Icon.png]] [[Suiretsusen]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Splash Laser (A) Icon.png]] [[Splash Laser]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Splash Laser (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Suiretsusen Icon.png]] [[Suiretsusen]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Volt Tornado Icon.png]] Volt Tornado<br/>[[File:MMX7 - | | [[File:MMX7 - Volt Tornado (A) Icon.png]] Volt Tornado<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Volt Tornado (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Raijinshou Icon.png]] Raijinshou | ||
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| [[Tornado Tonion]] | | [[Tornado Tonion]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Tornado Tonion Portrait.png|80px|center]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Tornado Tonion Portrait.png|80px|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Volt Tornado Icon.png]] [[Volt Tornado]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - | | [[File:MMX7 - Volt Tornado (A) Icon.png]] [[Volt Tornado]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Volt Tornado (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Raijinshou Icon.png]] [[Raijinshou]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Gaea Shield Icon.png]] Gaea Shield<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Gokumonken Icon.png]] Gokumonken | || [[File:MMX7 - Gaea Shield (A) Icon.png]] Gaea Shield<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Gaea Shield (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Gokumonken Icon.png]] Gokumonken | ||
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| [[Vanishing Gungaroo]] | | [[Vanishing Gungaroo]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Vanishing Gungaroo Portrait.png|80px|center]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Vanishing Gungaroo Portrait.png|80px|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Explosion Icon.png]] [[Explosion]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Hadangeki Icon.png]] [[Hadangeki]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Explosion (A) Icon.png]] [[Explosion]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Explosion (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Hadangeki Icon.png]] [[Hadangeki]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Wind Cutter Icon.png]] Wind Cutter<br/>[[File:MMX7 - | | [[File:MMX7 - Wind Cutter (A) Icon.png]] Wind Cutter<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Wind Cutter (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Souenbu Icon.png]] Souenbu | ||
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| [[Flame Hyenard]] | | [[Flame Hyenard]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Flame Hyenard Portrait.png|80px|center]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Flame Hyenard Portrait.png|80px|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Circle Blaze Icon.png]] [[Circle Blaze]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Bakuenjin Icon.png]] [[Bakuenjin]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Circle Blaze (A) Icon.png]] [[Circle Blaze]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Circle Blaze (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Bakuenjin Icon.png]] [[Bakuenjin]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Splash Laser Icon.png]] Splash Laser<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Suiretsusen Icon.png]] Suiretsusen | | [[File:MMX7 - Splash Laser (A) Icon.png]] Splash Laser<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Splash Laser (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Suiretsusen Icon.png]] Suiretsusen | ||
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| [[Ride Boarski]] | | [[Ride Boarski]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Ride Boarski Portrait.png|80px|center]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Ride Boarski Portrait.png|80px|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Moving Wheel Icon.png]] [[Moving Wheel]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - | | [[File:MMX7 - Moving Wheel (A) Icon.png]] [[Moving Wheel]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Moving Wheel (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Zankourin Icon.png]] [[Zankourin]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Circle Blaze Icon.png]] Circle Blaze<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Bakuenjin Icon.png]] Bakuenjin | | [[File:MMX7 - Circle Blaze (A) Icon.png]] Circle Blaze<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Circle Blaze (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Bakuenjin Icon.png]] Bakuenjin | ||
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| [[Snipe Anteator]] | | [[Snipe Anteator]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Snipe Anteator Portrait.png|80px|center]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Snipe Anteator Portrait.png|80px|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Sniper Missile Icon.png]] [[Sniper Missile]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Hieijin Icon.png]] [[Hieijin]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Sniper Missile (A) Icon.png]] [[Sniper Missile]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Sniper Missile (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Hieijin Icon.png]] [[Hieijin]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Moving Wheel Icon.png]] Moving Wheel<br/>[[File:MMX7 - | | [[File:MMX7 - Moving Wheel (A) Icon.png]] Moving Wheel<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Moving Wheel (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Zankourin Icon.png]] Zankourin | ||
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| [[Wind Crowrang]] | | [[Wind Crowrang]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Wind Crowrang Portrait.png|80px|center]] | | [[File:MMX7 - Wind Crowrang Portrait.png|80px|center]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Wind Cutter Icon.png]] [[Wind Cutter]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - | | [[File:MMX7 - Wind Cutter (A) Icon.png]] [[Wind Cutter]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Wind Cutter (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Souenbu Icon.png]] [[Souenbu]] | ||
| [[File:MMX7 - Sniper Missile Icon.png]] Sniper Missile<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Hieijin Icon.png]] Hieijin | | [[File:MMX7 - Sniper Missile (A) Icon.png]] Sniper Missile<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Sniper Missile (X) Icon.png]]<br/>[[File:MMX7 - Hieijin Icon.png]] Hieijin | ||
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In ''[[Mega Man X8]]'', advanced Reploids called [[new generation Reploid]]s are put into production to work on the [[Jakob Project]]. New generation Reploids are believed to be incapable of going Maverick due to their [[Copy Chip]]s, which give them total control of their bodies and immunity to viruses.<ref>''Mega Man X8''. 2004. '''Alia:''' "I've completed the analysis of the Maverick data acquired so far. What makes new generation Reploids resistant to viruses is their copy chip. The copy chip can actually change a Reploid's DNA."</ref> However, they instead choose to go Maverick of their own accord, joining Sigma to destroy the world and start anew in space using Jakob.<ref>''Mega Man X8''. 2004. '''X:''' "What does [Sigma] plan to do? You know, he's just using you. Nothing more." '''Burn Rooster:''' "Using me? If that's the price I have to pay to bring about the new world, so be it!"</ref><ref>''Mega Man X8''. 2004. '''Lumine:''' "This decision to wage battle against the old world was made consciously. In other words, we possess the power to go Maverick at will!"</ref> The term Maverick comes into question when [[Lumine]] argues the rebellion is a question of natural evolution, not good and evil.<ref>''Mega Man X8''. 2004. '''Lumine:''' "Enemy, ally... This issue isn't so black and white. Reploids, along with humanity, have irrevocably changed. The nature of their existence has also changed. You are not needed in our new world!"</ref> | In ''[[Mega Man X8]]'', advanced Reploids called [[new generation Reploid]]s are put into production to work on the [[Jakob Project]]. New generation Reploids are believed to be incapable of going Maverick due to their [[Copy Chip]]s, which give them total control of their bodies and immunity to viruses.<ref>''Mega Man X8''. 2004. '''Alia:''' "I've completed the analysis of the Maverick data acquired so far. What makes new generation Reploids resistant to viruses is their copy chip. The copy chip can actually change a Reploid's DNA."</ref> However, they instead choose to go Maverick of their own accord, joining Sigma to destroy the world and start anew in space using Jakob.<ref>''Mega Man X8''. 2004. '''X:''' "What does [Sigma] plan to do? You know, he's just using you. Nothing more." '''Burn Rooster:''' "Using me? If that's the price I have to pay to bring about the new world, so be it!"</ref><ref>''Mega Man X8''. 2004. '''Lumine:''' "This decision to wage battle against the old world was made consciously. In other words, we possess the power to go Maverick at will!"</ref> The term Maverick comes into question when [[Lumine]] argues the rebellion is a question of natural evolution, not good and evil.<ref>''Mega Man X8''. 2004. '''Lumine:''' "Enemy, ally... This issue isn't so black and white. Reploids, along with humanity, have irrevocably changed. The nature of their existence has also changed. You are not needed in our new world!"</ref> | ||
The eight Mavericks are rioting new generation Reploids. | The eight Mavericks are rioting new generation Reploids. Additionally, this game introduced new Special Weapons for Axl that take the form of new firearms for him to wield. | ||
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===Zero era=== | ===Zero era=== | ||
In the [[Zero era]], the term Maverick maintains its definition, being used to describe dangerous robots. However, it is frequently misused by the dystopic [[Neo Arcadia]] to criminalize any Reploids its agenda requires, especially when [[Copy X]] begins branding random Reploids as Maverick, planning to execute them to slow an energy crisis. Neo Arcadia also uses the term to demonize rebels such as the {{ZeroEraLink|Resistance}}, who sought freedom from the city's tyranny. Zero himself, the protagonist of the story, is | In the [[Zero era]], the term Maverick maintains its definition, being used to describe dangerous robots. However, it is frequently misused by the dystopic [[Neo Arcadia]] to criminalize any Reploids its agenda requires, especially when [[Copy X]] begins branding random Reploids as Maverick, planning to execute them to slow an energy crisis. Neo Arcadia also uses the term to demonize rebels such as the {{ZeroEraLink|Resistance}}, who sought freedom from the city's tyranny.<ref>''Mega Man Zero''. 2002. '''Ciel:''' "Welcome to our Resistance Base, Zero. This is a shelter for injured Reploids who are suspected of being Mavericks."</ref> Zero himself, the protagonist of the story, is called a Maverick by his enemies for fighting to defend fellow Reploids and even humans from the dictatorship.<ref>''Mega Man Zero 3''. 2004. '''Copy X MK. II:''' "You have a monopoly on energy resources... And Zero, a Reploid with terrifying f-fighting skills... Y-you are nothing more than filthy extremists! Ciel... I was holding-ng back until now, because you were there, a human... Now, you can face the consequences, along with your Maverick friends!"</ref> In ''[[Mega Man Zero 4]]'', [[Dr. Weil]] began branding defiant or disobedient humans as Mavericks as well. His rule completely warped the original definition of the term, merely using it as a tool of fear and control.<ref>''Mega Man Zero 4''. 2005. '''Neige:''' "Didn't you see us getting attacked just now? It's terrible. It doesn't matter anymore. Human or Reploid, it's all the same. Anyone that apposes Weil is treated like a Maverick."</ref> | ||
The term is also frequently used as a rhetoric tool. Zero once called Weil "just another Maverick", denying his humanity outright.<ref>''Mega Man Zero 3''. 2004. '''Zero:''' "You look just like another Maverick to me. All I gotta do is dispose of you like any other Maverick."</ref> Aware of this, Weil used it ironically against Zero, taunting that he would become a Maverick if he killed him, a human.<ref>''Mega Man Zero 4''. 2005. '''Weil:''' "Zero... Can you really kill me? A human? Do you want to become a Maverick in front of her?"</ref> However, Zero came to disregard this sentiment, declaring that he would fight for those he believed in, regardless of whether he was called a hero or a Maverick.<ref>''Mega Man Zero 4''. 2005. '''Zero:''' "I never cared about justice, and I don't recall ever calling myself a hero... I have always only fought for the people I believe in. I won't hesitate... If an enemy appears in front of me, I will destroy it!"</ref> | |||
===ZX era=== | ===ZX era=== | ||
In the [[ZX era]], humans and Reploids became nearly indistinguishable, resulting in the term Maverick | In the [[ZX era]], humans and Reploids became nearly indistinguishable, resulting in usage of the term Maverick shifting slightly. Instead, it was more commonly used to describe the wild Mechaniloids influenced by [[Model W]], which would evolve on their own and terrorize the [[Outlands]].<ref>''Mega Man ZX''. 2006. '''Prairie:''' "The sentient machines known as Mavericks continue to attack people."</ref><ref>''Mega Man ZX''. 2006. '''Prairie:''' "Model W has the power to corrupt machines and humans alike. That's what has been causing the Maverick outbreaks."</ref> These wild Mavericks would sometimes even attack [[Innerpeace]], as Model W sought negativity from humanity in order to fully awaken. Any servants of Model W, such as [[Serpent]], [[Prometheus]] and [[Pandora]], or the rival [[Mega Men]], were also capable of exercising leadership over these Mavericks to further Model W's evolution.<ref>''Mega Man ZX''. 2006. '''Prairie:''' "After I did a little snooping on the chip you brought back, I found that there is a program controlling the Mavericks. There is someone behind the Maverick attacks, but they're just making them seem like random raids."</ref> | ||
In the final battle of ''[[Mega Man ZX]]'', [[Vent]] (but not {{ZXEraLink|Aile}}) and Serpent use the term Maverick as an insult to demonize one another. Vent calls Serpent one for callously destroying people's lives,<ref>''Mega Man ZX''. 2006. '''Vent:''' "You're no Mega Man, and you're no ruler. You're just a tool. Model W manipulated you. You've played with lives and you're nothing more than a Maverick!"</ref> while Serpent uses it against all of humanity, claiming that all who have hatred in their hearts are the true Mavericks.<ref>''Mega Man ZX''. 2006. '''Serpent:''' "The destiny of destruction... still awaits... So long as you have hearts, hate will lurk in the shadows... You who possess the wellspring of emotion known as the heart... You are the true Mavericks!!"</ref> | In the final battle of ''[[Mega Man ZX]]'', [[Vent]] (but not {{ZXEraLink|Aile}}) and Serpent use the term Maverick as an insult to demonize one another. Vent calls Serpent one for callously destroying people's lives,<ref>''Mega Man ZX''. 2006. '''Vent:''' "You're no Mega Man, and you're no ruler. You're just a tool. Model W manipulated you. You've played with lives and you're nothing more than a Maverick!"</ref> while Serpent uses it against all of humanity, claiming that all who have hatred in their hearts are the true Mavericks.<ref>''Mega Man ZX''. 2006. '''Serpent:''' "The destiny of destruction... still awaits... So long as you have hearts, hate will lurk in the shadows... You who possess the wellspring of emotion known as the heart... You are the true Mavericks!!"</ref> | ||
==Trivia== | |||
* While most Maverick bosses in the ''Mega Man X'' series have descriptive titles (e.g. "Lord of the Snowy Plains" for Chill Penguin), the bosses of ''[[Mega Man X6]]'' are the only ones who completely lack this feature. | |||
==References== | ==References== |
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A Maverick, known as an Irregular (イレギュラー) in Japan, is a classification of robot in the Mega Man series. First appearing in Mega Man X, the term is used extensively throughout the X era, Zero era, and ZX era, coming to generally mean any robot whose behavior is dangerous or contrary to the laws of society.
In the Games
X era
Mega Man X
The term Maverick was introduced in Mega Man X. The Japanese game manual says it was intended for defective Reploids whose behavior threatened to harm humans or fellow Reploids. This begat the formation of the Maverick Hunters, an organization dedicated to controlling Maverick activity.[1] However, the term gained political connotation when Sigma staged his rebellion against humanity, recruiting Maverick Hunters to harm humans of their own free will, without any defects.
This game introduced the formula of eight Stage Select bosses, often called the "eight Mavericks". Similar to Robot Masters in the Classic era, X must fight eight animal or plant-inspired Mavericks on the Stage Select screen, gaining their Special Weapons, in order to enter the Last Stages. These eight Mavericks are all former Maverick Hunters, now part of Sigma's rebellion.
Name | Portrait | Special Weapon | Weakness |
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Launch Octopus | Homing Torpedo | Rolling Shield | |
Chill Penguin | Shotgun Ice | Fire Wave | |
Flame Mammoth | Fire Wave | Storm Tornado | |
Boomer Kuwanger | Boomerang Cutter | Homing Torpedo | |
Sting Chameleon | Chameleon Sting | Boomerang Cutter | |
Spark Mandrill | Electric Spark | Shotgun Ice | |
Storm Eagle | Storm Tornado | Chameleon Sting | |
Armored Armadillo | Rolling Shield | Electric Spark |
Mega Man X2
In Mega Man X2, there are still remnants of Sigma's Maverick rebellion, now laying low until the X-Hunters put their plans into motion. Two major developments occur: first, the Mavericks begin intentionally creating more Mavericks, all bearing Sigma's mark. Second, Magna Centipede spreads the Maverick Virus around the world via the Central Computer Stage, a virus which can force Reploids to go Maverick against their best judgement. These developments would have repercussions for the rest of the X era.
The eight Mavericks are five former Maverick Hunters from Sigma's rebellion, plus three new recruits.
Name | Portrait | Special Weapon | Weakness |
---|---|---|---|
Wire Sponge | Strike Chain | Sonic Slicer | |
Morph Moth | Silk Shot | Speed Burner | |
Flame Stag | Speed Burner | Bubble Splash | |
Magna Centipede | Magnet Mine | Silk Shot | |
Overdrive Ostrich | Sonic Slicer | Crystal Hunter | |
Bubble Crab | Bubble Splash | Spin Wheel | |
Wheel Gator | Spin Wheel | Strike Chain | |
Crystal Snail | Crystal Hunter | Magnet Mine |
Mega Man X3
In Mega Man X3, Mavericks are briefly believed to be a thing of the past once Dr. Doppler finds a way to cure Reploids of the Maverick Virus (now called the Sigma Virus). However, the illusion is dashed when Doppler reveals his own evil ambitions, and that the entirety of Dopple Town, including many visitors, are now his Maverick servants. Some Reploids, such as Gravity Beetle, sympathize with the rebellion and join too. This forms the Doppler Army, a new Maverick force seeking to dominate the world.
The eight Mavericks are members of the Doppler Army, of their own free will or due to the Sigma Virus.
Name | Portrait | Special Weapon | Weakness |
---|---|---|---|
Blast Hornet | Parasitic Bomb | Gravity Well | |
Blizzard Buffalo | Frost Shield | Parasitic Bomb | |
Gravity Beetle | Gravity Well | Ray Splasher | |
Toxic Seahorse | Acid Burst | Frost Shield | |
Volt Catfish | Triad Thunder | Tornado Fang | |
Crush Crawfish | Spinning Blade | Triad Thunder | |
Tunnel Rhino | Tornado Fang | Acid Burst | |
Neon Tiger | Ray Splasher | Spinning Blade |
Mega Man X4
In Mega Man X4, the term Maverick is further complicated as a political tool. After being blamed for the Sky Lagoon incident, Repliforce stages a coup d'état in order to escape to space and establish their own independent Reploid nation. Despite not outright seeking to destroy humanity, they are branded as Maverick for their dangerous disobedience and the Maverick Hunters are sent after them. Additionally, Sigma retains some loyal Maverick agents who work amidst the chaos.
The eight Mavericks are five members of Repliforce, plus three agents of Sigma. As this game was Zero's fully playable debut, this also offers Techniques for Zero, alongside X's Special Weapons.
Name | Portrait | Special Weapon | Weakness |
---|---|---|---|
Web Spider | Lightning Web Raijingeki |
Twin Slasher Shippuuga | |
Cyber Peacock | Aiming Laser Rakuhouha |
Soul Body Ryuenjin | |
Storm Owl | Double Cyclone Tenkuuha |
Aiming Laser Rakuhouha | |
Magma Dragoon | Rising Fire Ryuenjin |
Double Cyclone Raijingeki | |
Jet Stingray | Ground Hunter Hienkyaku |
Frost Tower Hyouretsuzan | |
Split Mushroom | Soul Body Kuuenzan |
Lightning Web Raijingeki | |
Slash Beast | Twin Slasher Shippuuga |
Ground Hunter Raijingeki | |
Frost Walrus | Frost Tower Hyouretsuzan |
Rising Fire Ryuenjin |
Mega Man X5
In Mega Man X5, Sigma spreads the Sigma Virus across the entire planet. This results in much of the world going Maverick simultaneously, causing a global disaster. While the Maverick Hunters rush to stop the crash of Eurasia, they confront a variety of Reploids — some innocent, some not — who are infected by the Sigma Virus and refuse to cooperate with their plans. Additionally, Zero may go Maverick if he is exposed to the Zero Virus, restoring him to his Awakened Zero state.
The eight Mavericks are Reploids who own objects required for the Enigma and Space Shuttle missions.
Name | Portrait | Special Weapon | Weakness |
---|---|---|---|
Crescent Grizzly | Crescent Shot Crescent Sword |
Spike Ball Twin Dream | |
Volt Kraken | Tri-Thunder Electric Blade |
Goo Shaver File:MMX5 - Frost Splasher Icon.png Frost Splasher | |
Shining Firefly | Flash Laser Chaos Flasher |
Tri-Thunder Electric Blade | |
Tidal Whale | Goo Shaver File:MMX5 - Frost Splasher Icon.png Frost Splasher |
Crescent Shot Crescent Sword | |
Spiral Pegasus | Wing Spiral Wind Shredder |
Dark Hold | |
Spike Rosered | Spike Ball Twin Dream |
Ground Fire Quake Blazer | |
Dark Necrobat | Dark Hold |
Flash Laser Chaos Flasher | |
Burn Dinorex | Ground Fire Quake Blazer |
Wing Spiral Wind Shredder |
Mega Man X6
In Mega Man X6, Mavericks are again believed to be a thing of the past, as the Sigma Virus has disappeared and the world is focused on rebuilding from the Earth Crisis. However, wild Mavericks return when the mysterious Nightmare appears. As X investigates the Mavericks, he comes into conflict with High Max and the Nightmare Investigators. They are secretly loyal to Gate, who plans to conquer the world using the Nightmare.
The eight Mavericks are the Nightmare Investigators working for Gate.
Name | Portrait | Special Weapon | Weakness |
---|---|---|---|
Commander Yammark | Yammar Option |
Ray Arrow Rekkoha | |
Rainy Turtloid | Meteor Rain Ensuizan |
Ice Burst Hyoroga | |
Shield Sheldon | Guard Shell |
Metal Anchor Rakukojin | |
Blizzard Wolfang | Ice Burst Hyoroga |
Magma Blade Shoenzan | |
Blaze Heatnix | Magma Blade Shoenzan |
Ground Dash Sentsuizan | |
Infinity Mijinion | Ray Arrow Rekkoha |
Guard Shell | |
Metal Shark Player | Metal Anchor Rakukojin |
Meteor Rain Ensuizan | |
Ground Scaravich | Ground Dash Sentsuizan |
Yammar Option |
Mega Man X7
In Mega Man X7, the rebuilt world is susceptible to Maverick crime again. A bounty hunter syndicate called Red Alert appears, competing with the weakened Maverick Hunters. When their member Axl seeks asylum with the Hunters, Red challenges them over his custody. Red Alert releases Mavericks across the globe, goading the Hunters into a duel to determine which group is superior.[2]
The eight Mavericks are members of Red Alert.
Name | Portrait | Special Weapon | Weakness |
---|---|---|---|
Soldier Stonekong | Gaea Shield Gokumonken |
Explosion Hadangeki | |
Splash Warfly | Splash Laser Suiretsusen |
Volt Tornado Raijinshou | |
Tornado Tonion | Volt Tornado Raijinshou |
Gaea Shield Gokumonken | |
Vanishing Gungaroo | Explosion Hadangeki |
Wind Cutter Souenbu | |
Flame Hyenard | Circle Blaze Bakuenjin |
Splash Laser Suiretsusen | |
Ride Boarski | Moving Wheel Zankourin |
Circle Blaze Bakuenjin | |
Snipe Anteator | Sniper Missile Hieijin |
Moving Wheel Zankourin | |
Wind Crowrang | Wind Cutter Souenbu |
Sniper Missile Hieijin |
Mega Man X8
In Mega Man X8, advanced Reploids called new generation Reploids are put into production to work on the Jakob Project. New generation Reploids are believed to be incapable of going Maverick due to their Copy Chips, which give them total control of their bodies and immunity to viruses.[3] However, they instead choose to go Maverick of their own accord, joining Sigma to destroy the world and start anew in space using Jakob.[4][5] The term Maverick comes into question when Lumine argues the rebellion is a question of natural evolution, not good and evil.[6]
The eight Mavericks are rioting new generation Reploids. Additionally, this game introduced new Special Weapons for Axl that take the form of new firearms for him to wield.
Name | Portrait | Special Weapon | Weakness |
---|---|---|---|
Optic Sunflower | Shining Ray Tenshouha Ray Gun |
Green Spinner Youdantotsu Blast Launcher | |
Gravity Antonion | Squeeze Bomb Juuhazan Spiral Magnum |
Shadow Runner Rasetsusen Black Arrow | |
Dark Mantis | Shadow Runner Rasetsusen Black Arrow |
Shining Ray Tenshouha Ray Gun | |
Bamboo Pandamonium | Green Spinner Youdantotsu Blast Launcher |
Melt Creeper Enkoujin Flame Burner | |
Gigabolt Man-O-War | Thunder Dancer Raikousen Plasma Gun |
Crystal Wall Rekkyoudan Bound Blaster | |
Earthrock Trilobyte | Crystal Wall Rekkyoudan Bound Blaster |
Squeeze Bomb Juuhazan Spiral Magnum | |
Avalanche Yeti | Drift Diamond Hyouryuushou Ice Gattling |
Thunder Dancer Raikousen Plasma Gun | |
Burn Rooster | Melt Creeper Enkoujin Flame Burner |
Drift Diamond Hyouryuushou Ice Gattling |
Zero era
In the Zero era, the term Maverick maintains its definition, being used to describe dangerous robots. However, it is frequently misused by the dystopic Neo Arcadia to criminalize any Reploids its agenda requires, especially when Copy X begins branding random Reploids as Maverick, planning to execute them to slow an energy crisis. Neo Arcadia also uses the term to demonize rebels such as the Resistance, who sought freedom from the city's tyranny.[7] Zero himself, the protagonist of the story, is called a Maverick by his enemies for fighting to defend fellow Reploids and even humans from the dictatorship.[8] In Mega Man Zero 4, Dr. Weil began branding defiant or disobedient humans as Mavericks as well. His rule completely warped the original definition of the term, merely using it as a tool of fear and control.[9]
The term is also frequently used as a rhetoric tool. Zero once called Weil "just another Maverick", denying his humanity outright.[10] Aware of this, Weil used it ironically against Zero, taunting that he would become a Maverick if he killed him, a human.[11] However, Zero came to disregard this sentiment, declaring that he would fight for those he believed in, regardless of whether he was called a hero or a Maverick.[12]
ZX era
In the ZX era, humans and Reploids became nearly indistinguishable, resulting in usage of the term Maverick shifting slightly. Instead, it was more commonly used to describe the wild Mechaniloids influenced by Model W, which would evolve on their own and terrorize the Outlands.[13][14] These wild Mavericks would sometimes even attack Innerpeace, as Model W sought negativity from humanity in order to fully awaken. Any servants of Model W, such as Serpent, Prometheus and Pandora, or the rival Mega Men, were also capable of exercising leadership over these Mavericks to further Model W's evolution.[15]
In the final battle of Mega Man ZX, Vent (but not Aile) and Serpent use the term Maverick as an insult to demonize one another. Vent calls Serpent one for callously destroying people's lives,[16] while Serpent uses it against all of humanity, claiming that all who have hatred in their hearts are the true Mavericks.[17]
Trivia
- While most Maverick bosses in the Mega Man X series have descriptive titles (e.g. "Lord of the Snowy Plains" for Chill Penguin), the bosses of Mega Man X6 are the only ones who completely lack this feature.
References
- ↑ Game manual, Rockman X. December 1993.
- ↑ Mega Man X7. 2003. Red: "I never imagined our little friend would end up in your hands, but in any case, I want Axl back. Now, don't you worry. I know he won't come back easily. So how about this? Like you, we are hunters. We've trashed our share of Mavericks. So how about a duel? A duel to determine who the real Maverick Hunters are. I'm sure you won't mind if we use the Mavericks that we've captured so far. So, the last one standing wins!"
- ↑ Mega Man X8. 2004. Alia: "I've completed the analysis of the Maverick data acquired so far. What makes new generation Reploids resistant to viruses is their copy chip. The copy chip can actually change a Reploid's DNA."
- ↑ Mega Man X8. 2004. X: "What does [Sigma] plan to do? You know, he's just using you. Nothing more." Burn Rooster: "Using me? If that's the price I have to pay to bring about the new world, so be it!"
- ↑ Mega Man X8. 2004. Lumine: "This decision to wage battle against the old world was made consciously. In other words, we possess the power to go Maverick at will!"
- ↑ Mega Man X8. 2004. Lumine: "Enemy, ally... This issue isn't so black and white. Reploids, along with humanity, have irrevocably changed. The nature of their existence has also changed. You are not needed in our new world!"
- ↑ Mega Man Zero. 2002. Ciel: "Welcome to our Resistance Base, Zero. This is a shelter for injured Reploids who are suspected of being Mavericks."
- ↑ Mega Man Zero 3. 2004. Copy X MK. II: "You have a monopoly on energy resources... And Zero, a Reploid with terrifying f-fighting skills... Y-you are nothing more than filthy extremists! Ciel... I was holding-ng back until now, because you were there, a human... Now, you can face the consequences, along with your Maverick friends!"
- ↑ Mega Man Zero 4. 2005. Neige: "Didn't you see us getting attacked just now? It's terrible. It doesn't matter anymore. Human or Reploid, it's all the same. Anyone that apposes Weil is treated like a Maverick."
- ↑ Mega Man Zero 3. 2004. Zero: "You look just like another Maverick to me. All I gotta do is dispose of you like any other Maverick."
- ↑ Mega Man Zero 4. 2005. Weil: "Zero... Can you really kill me? A human? Do you want to become a Maverick in front of her?"
- ↑ Mega Man Zero 4. 2005. Zero: "I never cared about justice, and I don't recall ever calling myself a hero... I have always only fought for the people I believe in. I won't hesitate... If an enemy appears in front of me, I will destroy it!"
- ↑ Mega Man ZX. 2006. Prairie: "The sentient machines known as Mavericks continue to attack people."
- ↑ Mega Man ZX. 2006. Prairie: "Model W has the power to corrupt machines and humans alike. That's what has been causing the Maverick outbreaks."
- ↑ Mega Man ZX. 2006. Prairie: "After I did a little snooping on the chip you brought back, I found that there is a program controlling the Mavericks. There is someone behind the Maverick attacks, but they're just making them seem like random raids."
- ↑ Mega Man ZX. 2006. Vent: "You're no Mega Man, and you're no ruler. You're just a tool. Model W manipulated you. You've played with lives and you're nothing more than a Maverick!"
- ↑ Mega Man ZX. 2006. Serpent: "The destiny of destruction... still awaits... So long as you have hearts, hate will lurk in the shadows... You who possess the wellspring of emotion known as the heart... You are the true Mavericks!!"