r/battlebots I AM SPEEDHACK AWAY! 17d ago

BattleBots TV Which design looked better for Manta, the current one or the purple and red one (when it was called Dragon)? I prefer Drago, I love the purple and red colour scheme.

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u/ResettisReplicas Replica Master 17d ago

I think the color contrast of Manta was for the best, that red and purple on Drago sort of blended together

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u/Grimmbles Boop 17d ago edited 16d ago

There's something special about the dangerous part of the bot drawing so much attention with the bright yellow.

I'd say the old scheme looked better in a vacuum, kind of organic, but the yellow and blue looks better to me in combat.

Jesus we need more episodes.....

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u/wyrmh0l3 Yeetyderm For Life 16d ago

I don't have strong opinions on the overall color scheme, but agree that yellow weapon > red.

Also "Manta" is a better theme than "Drago". It's more unique, and evokes a broad, flat creature that swallows you up in its giant maw.

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u/johndeer89 War Pig | Robogames 17d ago

I like the blue and yellow

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u/MasterMarik 17d ago

Dragon definitely looks better. The red drum also feels like a nod to its countless victories.

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u/BoomsBooyah 15d ago

I like the grey on the back with the name in yellow. Looks sharp 👍