Cockroach

One of the most disgusting Bug lifeforms

There are approximately 4,000 species of cockroaches in the Real World, according to human sources left before their extinction. Four of them are pests found in human commercial facilities and kitchens.

In this groundbreaking study, we explore the fascinating world of cockroaches and their mutant counterparts. Dr. Madd’s genetic tinkering has unleashed a perilous threat, endangering both Plastic World and the human realm. Our research sheds light on their behavior, adaptations, and potential consequences.

Introduction

Cockroaches, resilient survivors of Earth’s evolutionary history, have adapted to diverse environments. However, the emergence of mutant cockroaches —engineered by Dr. Madd— poses unprecedented challenges. These genetically altered creatures exhibit enhanced traits, threatening the delicate balance of ecosystems.

Methods

Field Observations:
◦ Disguised as ordinary plastic figurines, we infiltrated urban areas, laboratories, and abandoned buildings.
◦ Documented the behavior of regular cockroaches and their mutant counterparts.
◦ Noted differences in movement, aggression, and feeding patterns.
Laboratory Experiments:
◦ Collaborated with Dr. Madd’s captured lab notes (retrieved during a daring mission).
◦ Analyzed genetic modifications in mutant cockroaches.
◦ Investigated their resistance to common insecticides.

Results

Our findings reveal stark contrasts between regular cockroaches and the mutant variants:

Regular Cockroaches:
◦ Nocturnal scavengers: Hide in crevices, forage for food at night.
◦ Resilient: Survive extreme conditions, including nuclear fallout.
◦ Limited threat: Annoying pests but rarely dangerous to Army Men.
Mutant Cockroaches:
◦ Enhanced Aggression: Attack other insects, including regular cockroaches.
◦ Speed and Strength: Swift movements, can change direction as if breaking the laws of physics, capable of scaling walls.
◦ Resistance to Bullets: Dr. Madd’s modifications grant partial immunity to common weapons, like plastic weapons. Their armor is very resilient, but no so much to metal weapons and explosions.
◦ Resistance to Fire: Do not resist explosions, but fire. Common Flamethrower do not work on them.
◦ Resistance to Toxins: Dr. Madd’s modifications grant immunity to common insecticides.

Discussion

The mutant cockroaches pose a dual threat:

Plastic World: Their invasion disrupts ecosystems, endangering miniature habitats. If M.C. can’t eat lifeforms, they will eventually start eating plastic, from trees to Army Men.
Real World: Dr. Madd’s creations could escape containment, wreaking havoc on other worlds. During the reign of humans, common cockroaches spread throughout their world, reaching every corner of it. It is statistically probable that the mutants will somehow manage to reach other worlds.

Conclusion

As plastic Army Men, we must collaborate with scientists to contain this menace. Our shared survival depends on understanding these resilient creatures and countering Dr. Madd’s reckless experiments.

Note: Dr. Madd’s whereabouts remain unknown. We suspect he’s hiding in a forgotten corner of the Real World. Dr. Madd is a rogue scientist with a penchant for genetic experimentation.

Mutant Cockroach Threat Level: Classified as “High.” Handle with
caution

Cockroachs in history

Air Attack

Several mutant cockroachs were found during this campaign, but showed no allegiance to anyone, attacking everyone equally. Some missions consisted of releasing imprisoned insects, which when they left their prisons caused a destructive chaos in the Tan bases.

Air Attack 2

As in the previous campaign, some mutant cockroachs were also found during this campaign, but mostly living in the wild. They did not show loyalty to anyone, attacking everyone. They were probably a remaining that escaped during the previous campaign, when they were released by the Green Army. In some missions cockroachs attacked the Green Army, adding to the Tan hordes.

Sarge’s Heroes 2

Some Robot cockroachs appeared among Plastro’s army, brought from the Real World after being resurrected by Brigitte Bleu. Although these were not very intelligent, but proved to be enemies to be careful with, being too tough to kill.

Army Men RTS

On this occasion Hawk and his plastic men have to face some mutant cockroachs, not knowing if these were mutant or common ones. These turned out to be dangerous and aggressive without provocation.

Common types of cockroaches

Cockroaches, also called “cucas” by the Light Blue Army (the nation with the most experience with bugs), are among the most primitive bugs, dating back to the Real World Carboniferous period, 280 million years ago. These pests are omnivores and will eat anything that has nutritional value to survive, even soap and glue and some said plastic too. There are only two domestic species of cockroaches, which require the food, water and internal shelter provided by the homes of the extinct humans. These are the Germanic and brown-banded cockroaches; Germanic is much more common in Real World commercial establishments.

Other pest species are peridomestic, which means that they are naturally located outdoors and do not require human habitat to survive. However, they will take advantage of and infest the perimeters of structures in urban environments. These include American, Australian, Oriental, Brown, Germanic, and Garden cockroaches.

Some of the 5 most common cockroaches:

American cockroach (American Periplanet)

The largest of the common cockroaches, the American cockroach can measure up to 2 inches (2.5 centimeters) long.
It is distinguished by having a yellow band across the back end of the head.
The female can lay six to 14 egg capsules during her life, but there are only about 16 eggs per capsule.
From nymph to adult, it can live almost three years.
It can glide, so it appears to fly, but in some warm coastal areas they do develop the ability to fly.

Germanic cockroach (Germanic Blattella)

At only about 0.5 inches (1.2 centimeters) long. Is the smallest but the most common and the most reproducing.
It has two parallel dark-colored lines that run from the top of the head to the front of the wings.
The female can lay up to seven egg capsules during her life, with up to 48 eggs in each.
Once hatched, the nymph can live up to around four months and adults another five.

Oriental cockroach (Blatta Orientalis)

At 1.25 inches (3.2 centimeters) long, the female oriental cockroach is barely larger than the male (1 inch/2.5 centimeters). Additionally, the female has very short wings.
The female can lay up to eight egg capsules, and about 16 eggs in each.
The nymph takes several years to develop into an adult, but the adult only lives about 6 months.
They prefer cooler areas, even though most prefer heat.

Brown banded cockroach (Supella Longipalpa)

Approximately 0.5 inches (1.3 centimeters long). The male’s wings are larger than those of the female.
So named because of the yellowish brown bands that cross its front wing.
It prefers starchy food and needs less water than other cockroaches.
They can be found in all sectors of an establishment and prefer to hide in high places.

Dubia cockroach (Dubia Blaptica)

It is a medium/large species of cockroach, measuring about 4.0–4.5 cm (1.6–1.8 inches).
The adult is brownish black to black with some slight orange spots or spots and only visible in strong light.
The female then carries a sac of eggs, and incubates them ovoviviparously. The young hatch inside. Between 20 to 40 born, 2 mm long, in each sac. The calf matures in about 4 to 6 months depending on temperature and food supply. The adult lives 1 to 2 years.
They are sexually dimorphic; The male has wings, while the female only has wing buds.

Sources for this article:

https://es-mx.ecolab.com/pages/types-of-cockroaches
https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blaptica_dubia
https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Periplaneta_americana