Energy Layer - Dragoon Storm (Hasbro)

Dragoon Storm is an Energy Layer released as part of Beyblade's 15th Anniversary for the Burst System. It debuted through the CoroCoro Exclusive Dragoon Storm Wing Xtreme (Aniki Ver.) in November 2016.

Description
The Energy Layer Dragoon S is an adaptation of the Reverse Dragon Attack Ring and Dragoon Bit Chip from the Original Plastic Generation meant for the Burst System. As such it features an overall square/diamond shape with four dragon heads that act as the main contact points and an image of the Bit Beast Dragoon in the center. The pointed shape of each of the heads makes this Layer an excellent choice for Left Spin Burst Attack combinations when launched at medium strength, able to consistently Burst top-tier Defense and Stamina combinations. The only differences between the Energy Layer and the original Attack Ring is that the Layer is much thicker overall, the dragon heads are more compact making the Layer somewhat smaller overall and the Bit Chip is non-removable. Dragoon S features teeth comparable to those on the Takara Tomy release of Victory Valkyrie allowing it to withstand its own recoil.

There are two variations of Dragoon S released, the first was made of clear plastic painted gold and was released as a CoroCoro magazine exclusive and the second was made of opaque white plastic released as a WBBA store exclusive as a limited release. Of the two the white plastic version fairs much better as the opaque plastic makes the teeth less likely to skip than clear plastic, has no paint that fairs the risk of chipping off with use and is overall more accessible.

Overall
With Dragoon S ' strong teeth and aggressive shape, this Energy Layer is a great choice for Burst Attack combinations. However, since this Layer is exclusive as a limited release in WBBA stores it is far more uncommon than other top tier Attack Type Energy Layers such as Valkyrie or Xcalibur and because it's a Left-Spin Layer, one would need to purchase Lost Longinus for a Left-Spin Launcher.

Because of these drawbacks, this Layer is not top tier but instead a welcome addition of any Blader's collection.

Takara Tomy

 * B-00 Dragoon Storm Wing Xtreme (CoroCoro Aniki exclusive) (gold)
 * B-00 Dragoon Storm Wing Xtreme (white)