TV-Series
Description
Howlkor functions as Lightning's primary partner Bakugan within the Darkus faction, resembling a Cerberus-like three-headed canine throughout most of the reboot series. He exhibits an intensely aggressive personality focused solely on winning battles, frequently intimidating his more reserved human partner. This dynamic originates from Howlkor initially selecting Lightning based on an expectation of shared animalistic aggression, a trait Lightning lacked. Their relationship sees Lightning gradually develop greater assertiveness to manage Howlkor's combative nature.
Physically, Howlkor's game attributes vary significantly. As a Core Bakugan in *Battle Planet*, his Darkus variant boasts 200B power, contrasting with factions like Ventus reaching 500B. The Ultra version offers broader faction availability: Darkus registers 300B (Spin Master) or 400B (Takara Tomy), with Diamond variants hitting 900B in *Armored Alliance*. Damage ratings fluctuate from 1 to 15 based on form and faction. Later seasons introduce specialized variants: Hyper Howlkor (800B power) and elemental evolutions like Strength Mode and Speed Mode (both 700B). These evolutions appear in *Bakugan: Evolutions*, represented physically as Neo Howlkor and recolored Core versions.
Narratively, Howlkor first appears discovered by Lightning after the second Great Collision. Key moments involve a training incident where his Prismatic Bolt attack accidentally launches Drago toward a civilian structure, fueling temporary public distrust. During a falling weather satellite crisis, Howlkor reunites with Lightning after antagonist Kravitz confiscates the Awesome Ones' Bakugan. Their role escorting civilians to safety helps restore public trust, symbolized by citizens discarding anti-Bakugan flyers. Later, Howlkor assists in preventing the rogue Artulean from joining antagonists Magnus Black and Nillious.
The *Armored Alliance* season introduces fusion mechanics. Howlkor combines with Aquos-attributed Ramparian to form Howlkor x Ramparian (called Howlkor x Aquos in the anime). This fusion Bakugan wields 800B power and utilizes the Baku-Gear "Cyclonic Destruction," featuring across trading card sets like *Fusion Force* and *Shields of Vestroia*. Baku-Gear equipment remains integral to Howlkor's capabilities, with MechaClaws serving as his primary weaponized enhancement.
Temporary replacement by Ferascal occurs during *Geogan Rising*, though Howlkor later returns. Merchandise reflects his ongoing relevance, including *Armored Alliance* Ultra releases containing Bakugan figures, BakuCores, Character Cards, and Gate-Trainer Cards for gameplay practice. Core releases also emphasize training functionality through included Gate-Trainer Cards.
Physically, Howlkor's game attributes vary significantly. As a Core Bakugan in *Battle Planet*, his Darkus variant boasts 200B power, contrasting with factions like Ventus reaching 500B. The Ultra version offers broader faction availability: Darkus registers 300B (Spin Master) or 400B (Takara Tomy), with Diamond variants hitting 900B in *Armored Alliance*. Damage ratings fluctuate from 1 to 15 based on form and faction. Later seasons introduce specialized variants: Hyper Howlkor (800B power) and elemental evolutions like Strength Mode and Speed Mode (both 700B). These evolutions appear in *Bakugan: Evolutions*, represented physically as Neo Howlkor and recolored Core versions.
Narratively, Howlkor first appears discovered by Lightning after the second Great Collision. Key moments involve a training incident where his Prismatic Bolt attack accidentally launches Drago toward a civilian structure, fueling temporary public distrust. During a falling weather satellite crisis, Howlkor reunites with Lightning after antagonist Kravitz confiscates the Awesome Ones' Bakugan. Their role escorting civilians to safety helps restore public trust, symbolized by citizens discarding anti-Bakugan flyers. Later, Howlkor assists in preventing the rogue Artulean from joining antagonists Magnus Black and Nillious.
The *Armored Alliance* season introduces fusion mechanics. Howlkor combines with Aquos-attributed Ramparian to form Howlkor x Ramparian (called Howlkor x Aquos in the anime). This fusion Bakugan wields 800B power and utilizes the Baku-Gear "Cyclonic Destruction," featuring across trading card sets like *Fusion Force* and *Shields of Vestroia*. Baku-Gear equipment remains integral to Howlkor's capabilities, with MechaClaws serving as his primary weaponized enhancement.
Temporary replacement by Ferascal occurs during *Geogan Rising*, though Howlkor later returns. Merchandise reflects his ongoing relevance, including *Armored Alliance* Ultra releases containing Bakugan figures, BakuCores, Character Cards, and Gate-Trainer Cards for gameplay practice. Core releases also emphasize training functionality through included Gate-Trainer Cards.