But whether or not the warden causes significant enough petrification... would there be any other tricks left up in his sleeve after Yugo comes forward to grab at that tail- at the risk of getting stung himself but clearly trying it anyway?

"Oh no you don't... I got your back, Gon!"

Announcing his own presence doesn't help the element of surprise either, but no ever applauded Yugo for his strategic maneuvers. Or his sense of self-preservation. Also the accent around that decided nickname might sound funny.