Mega Man X, Ep. #05: Boomer Kuwanger

After successfully infiltrating the industrial factory and disposing of Flame Mammoth, X's new orders are to recoup the tower, a beacon of hope, from Boomer Kuwanger by any means necessary. A former Maverick Hunter serving under Sigma, and partner of X, Boomer Kuwanger awaits at the top of the tower anxious to test X's potential.
Following the last stages, this one could prove problematic to some due to the level design and enemy placement, but overall, it's pretty straightforward. It's a good choice to utilize both the Storm Tornado and Fire Wave in this stage due to their reliability. The Heart Tank in this stage can be obtained by two different methods: 1) by using a charged-up Shotgun Ice and dash-jumping off it at the last moment (as seen in the video) or 2) by coming back after defeating Boomer Kuwanger and using the Boomerang Cutter to claim the item.
NOTE: The Snes9x has problems recording multiple transparencies.
STAGE DATA
ENEMIES:
Hoganmer / ホーガンマー
Dodge Blaster / ドッジブラスター
Sine Faller / サインフォーラー
Ray Trap / レイトラップ
Mega Tortoise / メガトータス
Jamminger / ジャミンガー
Slide Cannon / スライドキャノン
Ladder Yadder / ラダーヤダー
Turn Cannon / ターンキャノン
BOSS:
Boomer Kuwanger / ブーメル・クワンガー Space-Time Jumper / の時空ジャンパー
STATS:
HP: 32
Ht: 7.93 ft (242 cm)
Wt: 206 lb (94 kg)
Weapon: Boomerang Cutter
Weakness: X-Buster / Homing Torpedo
Other Attacks: Dash; Teleport; Dead Lift
BACKGROUND:
Boomer Kuwanger, a Reploid modeled after a stag beetle and built for data collection and tactical combat, was once a Maverick Hunter member of the 17th Elite Unit under Sigma alongside his brother, Gravity Beetle, X, and Zero. Possessing an incredible logical processing AI, Boomer Kuwanger was easily the smartest of his Unit, and possibly of all Maverick Hunters. Having such advanced processing circuitry, he analyzed everything by logic, not having any distinction between right (justice) and wrong (evil), thusly prohibiting himself from any sense of sympathy. Due to his speed and cunning, he was a well-respected Maverick Hunter, but difficult to approach due to his nihilistic nature. Even though he was a Maverick Hunter, a group formed by Dr. Cain to better the coexistence between Humans and Reploids, Boomer Kuwanger felt nothing but hatred towards humankind.
Upon Sigma's rebellion, Boomer Kuwanger didn't hesitate in joining his commander's cause based only on the logical rationale behind it. Afterwards, and by his own volition, he took over a nearby tower that was built as a symbol to the city, making it his fortress and base of operations.
MISCELLANEOUS:
• Boomer Kuwanger's title literally translates to "Murderous Iron Demon of Space-Time / 時空の斬鉄鬼", but the official translation is "Space-Time Jumper".
• Although Fortress Tower / 要塞タワー is the official and most common name of this stage, it is also known as Tower Stage / タワーステージ.
TRIVIA
• Boomer Kuwanger is based on a Japanese stag beetle. In essence, a "kuwanger" isn't anything; its etymology derives from the Japanese word "kuwagatamushi", which is a Japanese stag beetle. The word kuwanger is simply a portmanteau between "kuwagatamushi" and "boomerang", with "er" as a suffix.
• Given the fact that Boomer Kuwanger joined Sigma by his own accord, it's safe to say he wasn't infected by the Sigma Virus.
• Boomer Kuwanger is the younger brother of Gravity Beetle (from Mega Man X3).
• In the Mega Man X manga, Boomer Kuwanger was the last Maverick X fought, and the one that pushed his limits. In fact, his portrayal is completely different from the one seen in the game, as he was literally one with his tower; in order to surpass his limits, he linked his mind with the tower's motherboard, allowing him complete control over it and superiority over anyone that ventured in. He launched a devastating attack by making the tower appear from the ground up, destroying the city around it. (Due note that this is a non-canon scenario.)
• In the Mega Mission carddas released by Bandai, Dr. Doppler revived Boomer Kuwanger. In it, he's remodeled and renamed Boomer Kuwanger L, where the 'L' stands for "limited". His appearance changes, having two additional blades protruding from each arm; his design resembles a giraffe stag beetle (Prosopocoilus giraffa). (Due note that this is a non-canon scenario.)
• Boomer Kuwanger is NOT a combination of Cut Man and Quick Man, but could be seen as a cross between the two.
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R20 Rockman & Rockman X Official Complete Works
Rockman X (Manga)
Rockman X MEGA MISSION Carddas (Card No. 08)
All Mega Man X / Rockman X material including but not limited to game, characters, images, and music are © Capcom Co., Ltd. Video gameplay done solely for entertainment purposes.

[@williamnone]

One of the most enjoyable things i used to do when playing this game on the SNES during my childhood was dashing into the boss doors. I thought it was the coolest thing on earth. I used to fire a shot right as i dashed to add to the coolness.

[@hydrostorm1998]

Boomer is a relative of quick man

[@SatoshiMatrix1]

I've always thought that Boomber Kuwanger has one of the best themes of all Megaman titles. It's uniquely awesome.

[@taknarian]

THIS is the level I expected from you. A perfect run - so gorgeous.

[@CityChampion19]

Aren't you supposed to use Homing Torpedo to weaken him? I mean X buster can work for everyone but Homing Torpedo is what hurts Kuwanger the most

[@ThePressStartProject]

Sure, go ahead. Have a blast.

[@ThePressStartProject]

Commit to the game during your free time and you'll get the hang of it, too. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@ThePressStartProject]

Glad you're enjoying them. Thanks.

[@AnimusPrime87]

Very nice use of your weapons. You handled the vertical segment of the level very deftly.

[@Dragonsbane025]

The stage music makes me think of the theme to Mighty Orbots *sigh*.

[@0UkyoCassio0]

NO HITS?!? OMFG YOU ARE SO GOOD!!!

[@DrGbr23]

How you managed to do those extremly LONG jumps when you are fighting Boomer Kuwanger ??? I cant do them ...

[@dcpress98]

Hey, I'm doing a gaming top ten and I just want to ask if I can use your gameplay for it. I will definitely give you the credit for the footage.I hope you will get back to me and I hope you have a nice day.

[@ThePressStartProject]

XD I just like this game... A LOT. Practice. That's all it takes. The Dash Boots rule the whole game, too. =P

[@ThePressStartProject]

The Legs are in Flame Mammoth's stage, where the Buster upgrade was in MMX. The Head upgrade is in Chill Penguin's stage The Buster is in Sting Chameleon's stage, and can be obtained the same way you get the Body upgrade in MMX. The Body upgrade is in Storm Eagle's stage, exactly where you get the Head upgrade in MMX.

[@aidylbaylon]

how do you do that long jump?! what button do i have to press? please!

[@thevisi0naryy]

dude you savaged this level

[@ThePressStartProject]

This game has quite a few "glitches" when playing via emulation, so yeah, that one's somewhat common to happen. One that happened to me was during my first visit to Chill Penguin's stage, where I blasted one of the igloo-like bunkers and got the "You got..." message, as if had beaten Chill. Then I remember blasting other surfaces where the buster shots bounce, getting me the same message.

[@ThePressStartProject]

Yes... Well, unless they take damage and walk on them while keeping the few seconds of invincibility provided.

[@ThePressStartProject]

Comes from "kuwagatamushi", which is a stag beetle. If you had taken the time to read the description given instead...

[@usoto215]

Dude love your videos.

[@ThePressStartProject]

I'm glad you liked it. =)

[@ThePressStartProject]

Yeah, I was actually thinking that when I was playing.

[@00yellowfish]

Great job!

[@ThePressStartProject]

My pleasure. =)

[@ThePressStartProject]

WHAT THE HELL IS A DESCRIPTION BOX!? I PREFERRED BACK IN THE DAY OF OLDEN KZbin WHEN PEOPLE "READ" (or read) BEFORE COMMENTING!

[@DullBones]

Are spikes just as lethal to X and Zero as they are to Mega Man, Proto Man and Bass?

[@ThePressStartProject]

Once you play through it it'll become easier. Have you actually missed the upgrades or are you doing a "no upgrade" run?

[@ThePressStartProject]

Yeah, I often do that, too.

[@shiirokuro30]

HOLY SHIT HOW DO YOU DO THE RED BUSTER SHOT :O? That's so cool! I've only got the yellow and green then the lemons XD

[@ThePressStartProject]

Dash boots.

[@ThePressStartProject]

What is a description box

[@kiriconan]

STOP TELEPORTINGGGGGGGGGGGG

[@ThePressStartProject]

Thanks.

[@horaciosi]

@ThePressStartProject how do you change the power ups?

[@ThePressStartProject]

Jump while dashing...

[@ThePressStartProject]

Thanks. =)

[@ThePressStartProject]

Congrats.

[@esepoimenepento]

you are godly

[@supamarioisbeast]

its like he know whats coming before it actually does anyway i love this game i downloaded it on the wii and call me a noob cause i cant defeat chill penguin i almost kill him and he jumps on me and i cant jump down cause he has his iceblocks that he made with his breath but love this guys vids

[@ThePressStartProject]

Egoraptor?

[@guitarboy2015]

okay here's something that happened to me when playing this gasme, the game glitched to where i didn't even need to get to kuwanger to get his weapon... i get hit by the first enemy of the level and I "beat" him and got his weapon

[@ThePressStartProject]

By charging Mega Man's weapon.

[@Silveregulus]

whyyyyyyyyyyyy does he atack just like cutman ?

[@ThePressStartProject]

You're doing something wrong then. It isn't that hard: just jump while pressing the dash button while keeping the direction that you want to go.

[@DrGbr23]

I´ve tried like more than 15 times (no kidding) and I cant defeat him ... any advices ???

[@ThePressStartProject]

Jump while dashing.

[@ThePressStartProject]

L or R buttons.

[@supamarioisbeast]

you know how i said i was a noob well not anymore i defeated chill penguin spark mandrill and storm eagle today

[@ThePressStartProject]

O RLY?

[@ThePressStartProject]

Thanks.