Rattlekiller

Rattlekiller is an enemy that appears in Sonic Mania. It is a mass-produced, caterpillar-based Badnik model created by Dr. Eggman.

Appearance
Cactulas are based on caterpillar as well as the Badnik Caterkiller that originated in Sonic the Hedgehog (1991). It is colored green with yellow spikes on each of its body parts. It has cartoonish eyes with black pupils.

Overview
Rattlekillers appear exclusively in both Acts of Mirage Saloon Zone. Rattlekillers will climb upward or downward on a pole of some kind before noticing the player. If the player comes nears Rattlekiller, the badnik will strike towards the player. A simple Spin Attack can defeat the Badnik, releasing an animal inside.