Pacoonba

Pacoonbas (パクリボー) are a species native to Kozan. Many people tame them and keep them as pets, but their relationship to humans can be hostile if not tamed. SPASDOT often uses them to hunt down their opponents, as their only method of attacking is shooting danmaku from the violet spots on their faces.

Name origin
The name Pacoonba is a portmanteau of Pacteria and. Pacterias originate in the Japan-exclusive Game Boy Advance game Mr. Driller Ace: The Wonderful Pacteria, which features a similar design. In addition, their legs also resemble a goomba from Nintendo's  franchise.

Strategy
Pacoonbas appear in the very first stage of the game and walk in a straight line. Red Pacoonbas must charge before shooting, while blue Pacoonbas can shoot all they want. They are a weak, common enemy that can easily be killed in a single hit from a regular bullet. The best way to avoid getting trapped in danmaku is to kill all red Pacoonbas in a group quickly before they finish charging.

Behind the Scenes

 * Upon the official unveiling of the artwork, the text that reads "A wild Pacoonba draws near" is a clear reference to the text shown at the start of a battle in the  series, as Pacoonbas vaguely resemble the iconic slime enemy.