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Sting Chameleon

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Artwork from Mega Man X.
MMX MHX
Stage portrait(s).
General information
Name(s):Sting Chameleon
Title(s):Spirit Sharp-Shooter of the Haunted Forest,[1][2] Frightening Forest's Strike[3]
Group(s):Mavericks, Maverick Hunters (formerly)
Appearances:Mega Man X, Mega Man Maverick Hunter X, Mega Man X DiVE
Inspiration:Chameleon
Game Info
Weapon(s):Chameleon Sting (X), Laser (Vile)
Weakness(es):Boomerang Cutter (X), Boomerang Kuwanger weapons (Vile)
Stage(s):Mega Man X: Forest Stage
Maverick Hunter X: Recon Base Ruins
Voice (JP):Hiroshi Shimozaki
Voice (EN):Roger Rhodes


Sting Chameleon, known as Sting Chameleao (スティング・カメリーオ) in Japan, is a Maverick from the X era, first appearing as one of the main bosses in Mega Man X. He is a spike-themed Reploid based on a chameleon, with the ability to turn invisible and manipulate spikes or thorns.

Like the rest of the Mavericks in the first game, he was previously part of the Maverick Hunters, specifically serving in the 9th Special Unit (Rangers).

In the Games

Mega Man X

Sprite from Mega Man X.

Sting Chameleon debuts in Mega Man X as one of the eight Mavericks on the Stage Select screen. He is a former Maverick Hunter who joined Sigma's rebellion, and serves as the boss of Forest Stage. He is difficult to keep track of in battle and requires good reflexes to overcome, as his attacks can be unpredictable. Defeating Sting Chameleon grants X the Chameleon Sting. His weakness is the Boomerang Cutter, from Boomer Kuwanger, which is useful as it can knock him down from the walls. A boss attack rematch with Sting Chameleon later occurs in Sigma Stage 3.

Mega Man Maverick Hunter X

Render from Mega Man Maverick Hunter X.

In the remake Mega Man Maverick Hunter X, Sting Chameleon receives a redesign but plays largely the same role as in Mega Man X, being the boss of Recon Base Ruins. He is a snide villain taking advantage of Sigma's rebellion, but also makes a suspicious comment about hostages being involved. In battle, for X he is still weak to Boomerang Cutter and yields Chameleon Sting upon his defeat, while for Vile he is weak to weapons obtained from Boomerang Kuwanger (Metal Crescent, Quick Homesick, Parasite Sword, Two Headed Slash, Marooned Tomahawk) and yields the Laser weapon system. Chameleon's boss attack rematch later occurs in Sigma Palace 3.

Mega Man X DiVE

In Mega Man X DiVE, Maverick Data of Sting Chameleon appears as the final boss of Chapter 7 in Story Mode, being fought in Area Forest 7-6. His defeat unlocks the Chip Transparency. He also reappeared as a boss in the Event Beat the Chameleon and Jakob.

A Monster Hunter Rise crossover variant of Sting Chameleon, called Chameleos Chameleon, appeared as a boss in Event Urgent! Support needed at Shrine Ruins.

Other Game Appearances

Other Media

Official Data

Mega Man X

MMX StingChameleon Spec.png Spirit Sharp-Shooter of the Haunted Forest
Sting Chameleon
Before joining the rebellion, he was a Reploid in the 9th Special Unit (Rangers). Able to change the color of his body at will, he hides in the forest to ambush enemies. He's a skilled hunter who battles with his long tongue and Special Weapon, Chameleon Sting, which fires from his tail in three directions. Of sly reputation, he was not trusted by his commander or the others in his unit. He left and joined Sigma's rebellion for a chance to prove his power.[4][5]
Height: 177 cm (5.80 ft)
Weight: 77 kg (169 lb)
Max Power: 3000rp
Max Speed: 3600rp
Attacks: Chameleon Sting, Iron Tongue

Compendium of Rockman X

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Forest Stage Sting Chameleon
Weapon: Chameleon Sting Weakness: Boomerang Cutter
Profile: A Reploid from the 9th Special Unit (Rangers). Despite his skills, he could never become a commander due to his bad reputation, so he saw the rebellion as an opportunity to take revenge. He is in charge of security at a front-line base.
Attack: Effect:
Chameleon Sting Fires shots in 3 directions from the tip of his tail.
Transparent Movement Moves while invisible, making him invincible until he reappears.
Tongue Flick Attack Approaches and extends his tongue to hit X.
Thorn Rain Summons a rain of thorns from the top of the arena.
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Mega Man Maverick Hunter X

MHX - Sting Chameleon Art.png Sting Chameleon
Spirit Sharp-Shooter of the Haunted Forest
Reploid who belongs to the 9th Special Battalion (Rangers). Using his tongue for quick attacks, along with his ability to blend into his surroundings, makes him a highly-skilled Hunter. On the other hand, he goes too far in his mantra of "by any means necessary," and is called a coward for his sometimes sly, sneaky tricks. Bested by Sigma, he joins the rebellion, using his skills learned as a Ranger to be the first line of defense for the forest base.

Mega Man X Legacy Collection Gallery

MMX - Sting Chameleon Art 2.png Spirit Sharp-Shooter of the Haunted Forest
Sting Chameleon
Chameleon was a highly-skilled Hunter operating with the 9th Special Unit (Rangers), but his sly, sneaky tricks and sharp tongue left him unpopular and he was never chosen for promotion to unit leader. Never one to pass up an opportunity, he has used Sigma's uprising as a means to rise through the ranks. Now, he is grimly protective of his post as a defender of a front-line base in the jungle.

Mega Man X DiVE

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Sting Chameleon
He was a Maverick Hunter of the 9th Special Unit. He possesses a camouflage ability that allows him to blend into any environment. Cunning and skeptical, he usually uses ambushes, traps, and other combat skills.

References

  1. Mega Man Maverick Hunter X. 2005.
  2. Mega Man X Legacy Collection. 2018.
  3. MM25: Mega Man & Mega Man X Official Complete Works. 2013.
  4. Kodansha Manga Hyakka #6: Rockman & Rockman X Daizukan. November 1994.
  5. Comic BomBom Special #96: Saishinban Rockman Daihyakka. December 1994.