Martyr Flint Beetle

The Martyr Flint Beetle is an enemy that first appears in Pikmin: The Bulblaxian War. Contrary to the name, the Martyr Flint Beetle does not intend to die from the boss it approaches. They help the player by warning them that a boss is close, shortly after which they get killed by said boss. The Martyr Flint Beetle has the standard shape of a Flint beetle but it has a white back with red markings that look like blood veins. After the Martyr Flint Beetle dies, its body can be picked up and recovered.

Olimar's notes

 * "This creature is attracted to beings of "great power", which are not Pikmin, but rather large, formidable enemies. However, it tends to be killed by these creatures, usually accidentally."

Ship's notes

 * "Why do they do what they do? Seems... pointless."