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Kikuhime, known as Samantha in English-language versions of Medabots, is a recurring character who first appears in Medarot 2. She is the leader of a trio of school bullies called The Screws, commanding the loyalty of her two underlings who refer to her as Boss. Her primary motivation is to assert dominance over her peers using her considerable Robattling skills, and she frequently comes into conflict with the protagonist Ikki Tenryou as a result.
In terms of personality, Kikuhime presents a tough, aggressive, and opportunistic exterior. She is a sore loser who often refuses to accept defeat, frequently inventing excuses or new conditions to nullify her losses. When facing an opponent more powerful than herself, her opportunism shows itself clearly, as she tends to either propose an alliance with the stronger party or simply retreat, sometimes abandoning others in the process. Despite her rough and often villainous behavior, Kikuhime possesses a hidden softer side. She has a conscience and is capable of helping friends in need, though she strongly dislikes admitting to this vulnerability. This is notably demonstrated when one of her underlings has trouble with his Medabot, and she disguises herself to offer him wisdom without revealing her identity. Another contradiction within her character is that, despite her tendency to bully everyone around her, she surprisingly enjoys traditionally feminine activities such as ballet and secretly wishes for romance.
Kikuhime's role in the story evolves from being a simple antagonist to a more complex figure. In her early appearances, she uses dirty tactics and her underlings to harass other students, even claiming that The Screws count as a single entity that must be defeated all at once. She is introduced as the winner of the yearly Robattle contest at Ikki's school. Over time, she displays the sense to team up with Ikki and his friends against larger threats, though the extent to which she shows this cooperative side varies. In the sequel series Medabots Spirits, she undergoes notable character development. She allies with Kam Kamazaki, the creator of the Kilobots, accepting upgraded parts for her Medabot in exchange for helping with his schemes. However, these parts prove incompatible with her partner, leading to malfunctions that fuel her disillusionment with the Kilobot philosophy. More significantly, she develops romantic feelings for a character named Ginkai after observing his honorable approach to Robattling, marking a departure from her earlier persona.
As a Medarotter, Kikuhime specializes in agile CAT-type Medabots, with her first and most associated partner being Peppercat. Throughout the various Medabots games and anime installments, she deploys several other models, including Redscarleth, Noctocat, Darkpanther, and Sprytooth, adjusting her lineup as needed for battle. Her notable abilities include skilled Robattling tactics, though her tendency to cheat or alter rules often undermines her legitimate skills. On one occasion, she even disguised herself as Space Medafighter X to compete in the World Robattle Cup when the real fighter could not appear. Her leadership position within The Screws remains unwavering, reinforcing her authority and influence within the story.
In terms of personality, Kikuhime presents a tough, aggressive, and opportunistic exterior. She is a sore loser who often refuses to accept defeat, frequently inventing excuses or new conditions to nullify her losses. When facing an opponent more powerful than herself, her opportunism shows itself clearly, as she tends to either propose an alliance with the stronger party or simply retreat, sometimes abandoning others in the process. Despite her rough and often villainous behavior, Kikuhime possesses a hidden softer side. She has a conscience and is capable of helping friends in need, though she strongly dislikes admitting to this vulnerability. This is notably demonstrated when one of her underlings has trouble with his Medabot, and she disguises herself to offer him wisdom without revealing her identity. Another contradiction within her character is that, despite her tendency to bully everyone around her, she surprisingly enjoys traditionally feminine activities such as ballet and secretly wishes for romance.
Kikuhime's role in the story evolves from being a simple antagonist to a more complex figure. In her early appearances, she uses dirty tactics and her underlings to harass other students, even claiming that The Screws count as a single entity that must be defeated all at once. She is introduced as the winner of the yearly Robattle contest at Ikki's school. Over time, she displays the sense to team up with Ikki and his friends against larger threats, though the extent to which she shows this cooperative side varies. In the sequel series Medabots Spirits, she undergoes notable character development. She allies with Kam Kamazaki, the creator of the Kilobots, accepting upgraded parts for her Medabot in exchange for helping with his schemes. However, these parts prove incompatible with her partner, leading to malfunctions that fuel her disillusionment with the Kilobot philosophy. More significantly, she develops romantic feelings for a character named Ginkai after observing his honorable approach to Robattling, marking a departure from her earlier persona.
As a Medarotter, Kikuhime specializes in agile CAT-type Medabots, with her first and most associated partner being Peppercat. Throughout the various Medabots games and anime installments, she deploys several other models, including Redscarleth, Noctocat, Darkpanther, and Sprytooth, adjusting her lineup as needed for battle. Her notable abilities include skilled Robattling tactics, though her tendency to cheat or alter rules often undermines her legitimate skills. On one occasion, she even disguised herself as Space Medafighter X to compete in the World Robattle Cup when the real fighter could not appear. Her leadership position within The Screws remains unwavering, reinforcing her authority and influence within the story.