- This article is about the Takara Tomy version. For the Hasbro version, see Strike Chip - Kerbeus K8.
Kerbeus (ケルベウス, Kerubeusu) is a DB Core released by Takara Tomy as part of the Burst System as well as the Dynamite Battle Layer System and the Burst Ultimate Layer Series. It debuted in Japan with the release of the B-198 Random Booster Vol. 28 on May 28th, 2022.
Description
Takara Tomy's Kerbeus is a right-spin DB Core that features three dog heads and a red chain, representing the DB Core's namesake, Kerberos, the three-headed guard dog of the Underworld from Greek mythology. Kerbeus has high Burst Resistance due to its gimmick: like the left-spin Bahamut DB Core, Kerbeus features a slope, akin to Hasbro Layers, instead of teeth, and a "Rubber Lock". The Rubber Lock gimmick consists of two rubber protrusions on either side, as well as in the center of the DB Core. The friction caused by the Rubber Lock protrusions creates resistance, making it more difficult for a combination to Burst.
Although Kerbeus does not have the "BU Lock" gimmick, the Rubber Lock interacts with the raised protrusions on the Disc tabs of the two BU Lock compatible DB Discs, Xanthus and Moon. This results in increased Burst Resistance that makes the combination very difficult to Burst. Due to mold variation, the two B-198 releases of Kerbeus feature the highest Stamina performance. Another notable feature of Kerbeus is its rounded perimeter, unlike the polygonal perimeter of all other DB Cores. This rounded perimeter is meant to interact with the Chain BU Blade's gimmick: when Kerbeus is used, the six movable chains of Chain are able to retract when struck by an opponent.
As Kerbeus has the highest Burst Resistance of all right-spin DB Cores, it is recommended in any combination, alongside the Belial 3 DB Core. Both DB Cores feature high Burst Resistance for different reasons - Kerbeus has a Rubber Lock while Belial 3 has a "BU Lock" and a "Burst Stopper".
Overall
Kerbeus is a must-have DB Core due to its high Burst Resistance. As the Rubber Lock will eventually wear down with use, owning multiple copies of Kerbeus is recommended. Furthermore, the two B-198 releases of Kerbeus are recommended, as they have the highest Stamina performance.
As such, Kerbeus is a must-have for the WBO's Burst format.
Kerbeus is not legal in the WBO's Burst GT format.
Kerbeus is not legal in the WBO's Burst Limited format.
Kerbeus is not legal in the WBO's Burst Classic format.
Products
Takara Tomy
- B-198 Random Booster Vol. 29 - 01: Chain Kerbeus Fortress Yard'-6 (green and red)
- B-198 Random Booster Vol. 29 - 04: Dynamite Kerbeus Legacy Moment-9 (red and yellow)
- B-202 Random Booster Vol. 30 - 04: Wind Kerbeus Xanthus Bounce-4 (red and white)
- B-204 Beyblade Burst Ultimate All-in-One Set - Chain Kerbeus Karma Moment'-3 (Gold Ver.; gold and black)
Gallery
Takara Tomy
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Trivia
References
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