- This article is about the second Belial DB Core. For the first Belial DB Core, see DB Core - Belial 1. For the third Belial DB Core, see DB Core - Belial 3. For the Hasbro version, see Drive Chip - Evo Belfyre B7.
Belial (ベリアル, Beriaru) is a DB Core released by Takara Tomy as part of the Burst System as well as the Dynamite Battle Layer System. It debuted in Japan with the release of the B-191 Overdrive Special Starter Set on October 2nd, 2021.
Description
Takara Tomy's Belial 2 (or simply Belial) is a right-spin DB Core that features a side profile of the DB Core's namesake, Belial, a Demon King from Abrahamic religions. Belial 2 features a unique anti-Bursting mechanism known as the "Overdrive System". At high spin velocity, the centrifugal force activates a "Burst Lock" tab located in the left groove. This "Burst Lock" obstructs the Disc from moving, preventing the loss of the last click and Bursting. As a result, Belial 2 has high Burst Resistance, comparable to Kerbeus. However, when compared to Kerbeus, Belial 2 features higher Stamina; as such, Belial 2 can be used in combinations that value Stamina, while Kerbeus can be used to boost Burst Defense.
There are two distinct mold variations of Belial 2: the first mold released with its debut release in the B-191 Overdrive Special Starter Set. The second mold was introduced with the B-197 Divine Belial Nexus Adventure-3 Burst Ultimate Layer Series Booster and is also included in reprints of the Overdrive Special Starter Set produced from April 2022 onward. The second mold features a stronger Burst Lock, as well as a running change that incorporates a new gimmick called the "BU Lock". When paired with BU Lock compatible DB Discs such as Xanthus and Moon, raised protrusions on the Disc tabs lock into two grooves on the DB Core. This results in increased Burst Resistance and a sturdy combination, preventing the Disc from shaking during battle. Due to the stronger Burst Lock, a stronger launch is required for the second mold's Burst Lock to activate.
Overall
Due to its high Burst Resistance from its Burst Lock and BU Lock gimmicks, Belial 2 should be used when Burst Resistance is being prioritized. Because of the stronger Burst Lock and the added BU Lock gimmick of the second mold, it is further recommended that the second mold be used.
As such, Belial 2 is a must-have for the WBO's Burst format.
Belial 2 is not legal in the WBO's Burst GT format.
Belial 2 is not legal in the WBO's Burst Limited format.
Belial 2 is not legal in the WBO's Burst Classic format.
Products
Takara Tomy
- B-191 Overdrive Special Starter Set - Dangerous Belial Almight-2 (first and second molds) (black and gold)
- B-197 Divine Belial Nexus Adventure-3 (second mold) (red)
- B-00 Divine Belial-3 (Oha Suta Ver.) (second mold) (orange and gold)
Gallery
Takara Tomy
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Trivia
- The Oha Suta Ver. was a limited release as an event prize for the "Oha Suta Cup" tournament that was held on July 30th and 31st, 2022 in Tokyo. 210 participants could enter per event day, and could win the Layer by defeating Xiphoid Xcalibur Xanthus Sword'-1.