-He gets his Powers from a Genetically Modified Ant.
-His last name Cocktail & Acrobat are all references to the fact that he was bitten by an Acrobat Ant also called "Cocktail Ants".
-Bolt is a reference to the fact that he is a Speedster, visually noticeable on his Emblem which is a Bolt mixed with an Ant.
-As he gets Powers from an Ant like Spider-Man, he also gains attributes matching those of the said Ant.
-He isn't inspired by any character.
-His Antennae serve as Earpieces and can also give him the ability to telepathically communicate with Ants.
-Even though he's capable of moving at great Speeds, he often uses Ants to move, mostly to fly.
-He built his own Ant Mech, working by the Ants' collaborative efforts.
-His name "Nathaniel" was randomly chosen, but it's a nod to the creator of the OC, myself, Nathan.