Energy Layer - Valtryek V2

Valtryek V2, known in Japan as Victory Valkyrie, is an Energy Layer released as part of the Burst System and the Dual Layer System. It debuted in the starter B-34 Victory Valkyrie Boost Variable and has been released multiple times since then. It is the second Dual Layer released.

Description
Like its predecessor Valtryek, Valtryek V2 has three upward slanted wings which act as the major contact points and make this layer a great choice for attack customizations. The wings make Valtryek V2 excel at knocking out opponents but the Layer falls behind its predecessor Valtryek at giving Burst Finishes. Unlike Valkyrie in the Japanese release, the Japanese release of Valtryek V2 or Victory Valkyrie in this case, the original release, has teeth that have no problem with wear due to them having greater width, following the model introduced with Xcalibur. The teeth are also very tall which allows the Layer to withstand its own recoil and avoid Burst Finishes making it a top-tier attack Layer. While it is still considered a top-tier Energy Layer, it is all around less effective than Valtryek and Xcalius, since KOs are rarer in the Burst metagame and that Valtryek V2 is unreliable in tournaments.

There are three minor mold variations of Valtryek V2: the first mold had completely hollow wings which made it very fragile and prone to breaking; the second mold, introduced with the Rich Green Version, has added bars within the wings for reinforcement; the third mold consists of a reinforced center ring along with the aforementioned bars within the wings. However, despite these reinforcements, this Dual Layer continues to suffer cases of breaks.

It is advised to find a third generation mold and to be prepared to replace it.

Overall
With Valtryek V2 's strong teeth and aggressive shape, this Energy Layer has become top-tier for attack customizations and is a great alternative to Valtryek and Xcalius if the latter two are not available.

Due to this part being incredibly common, having multiple mold variations and having a history of breaks, every blader should own several of these layers.

Differences in Hasbro Version
In the Hasbro release of Valtryek V2, there are two primary differences. The first is that the three wings are shaped somewhat differently. Unlike the Takara Tomy version, where the contact points of the wings are straight at an obtuse angle, the wings of the Hasbro version curve inwards to create a hook like shape and the angle is steeper. This means that the point of contact is better shaped for Smash Attack as the point of contact is smaller at the end of the hook and the force of impact is less likely to be deflected. The second is the plastic used. While the Hasbro version has completely hollow wings and no center reinforcement like the Takara Tomy version, the plastic used in the Hasbro version is softer, making it much more durable.

Overall, the well shaped contact points of Valtryek V2 make it a top-tier Energy Layer for attack customizations, while still outclassed by Energy Layers such as Roktavor, it makes an excellent alternative.

Thus, this layer is a must have for competitive bladers.

Takara Tomy

 * B-34 Victory Valkyrie Boost Variable (Blue)
 * Victory Valkyrie Boost Variable (Fire Knight Ver.) (Red)
 * B-38 Victory Valkyrie Boost Variable (Beyblade Entry Set) (Translucent Dark Blue)
 * Victory Valkyrie Boost Variable (Kirin Rich Green Ver.) (Green)
 * Victory Valkyrie Boost Variable (Tournament Prizes) (Gold, Silver, Bronze)
 * BG-03 Random Layer Collection Vol. 3 (Yellow)
 * Victory Valkyrie Boost Variable (Television Quiz Exclusive) (Black)
 * B-49 05 Victory Valkyrie Limited Unite (Random Booster Vol. 3) (Blood Red)
 * B-57 Victory Valkyrie Upper Quake (Triple Booster Set) (Black)
 * Victory Valkyrie (WBBA Toys R Us Anniversary Layer) (Charcoal Gray)
 * B-64 Victory Valkyrie Triple Unite (Beyblade Super Custom Set Heavy Ver.) (Translucent Purple)

Hasbro

 * Starter Pack: Valtryek V2
 * Epic Rivals Battle Set: Valtryek V2 and Spryzen S2
 * Avatar Attack Battle Set: Valtryek V2 and Kerbeus K2
 * Apex Attack Pack: Valtryek V2, Odax O2, Unite, Impact, and Jaggy