Energy Layer - Xcalius X3

Xcalius X3
Naming
Japanese	ジークエクスカリバー
Romaji	Jīku Ekusukaribā
Also Known As	sX or Surge Xcalius
Product Information
Product Code	B-92
Classification	Energy Layer
Weight	16.31 grams
System	God Layer System
Series	Beyblade Burst Evolution
Release Date(s)
Japan	September 15th, 2017
Stats
Attack	5
Defense	0
Stamina	0
Weight	4
Speed	0
Burst	4
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Xcalius X3, known as Sieg Xcalibur (ジークエクスカリバー, Jīku Ekusukaribā) in Japan, is a God Energy Layer released as part of the Burst System as well as the God Layer System. It debuted with the release of the B-92 Starter Sieg Xcalibur 1 Iron on September 15th, 2017.

Description

Xcalius X3, like its predecessors Xcalius and Xcalius X2, is an Attack Type Energy Layer based on the legendary sword Excalibur that features a large sword running down the length of the layer, the end of which protrudes from the bottom which acts as the primary point of contact. However, the due to the exaggerated designs around the sword, the contact point doesn't even protrude as far as Xcalius X2's contact point. To make up for this, Xcalius X3 has an overall diamond shape as opposed to round as such a shape creates four recoil heavy points of contact. As part of the SwitchStrike/God Layer System, Xcalius X3 features a gimmick; the sword is made of metal, akin to the dragon heads found on Luinor L2. However the tip of the sword is covered in plastic, to reduce the possibility of breaking the opponent's Layer.

The inclusion of metal increases the weight of the Layer, granting higher inertia that increases both Knock-Out and Burst Attack as well as increasing the Layer's Burst resistance as the high inertia resists teeth skipping, a property that compliments the tall teeth of the Japanese release of Sieg Xcalibur. However the asymmetrical design of the metal sword means that this Layer is incredibly unbalanced, a trait that drains the Stamina of combinations and can break a combination's banking pattern.

However, the large gap where the hilt of the sword lies is liable to denting and even chipping due to how thin the molding is. While not enough to completely break Xcalius X3, if one is fearful of possible performance changes or simply dislikes the damaged appearance they may want to own multiple copies of this Layer.

Use in Attack Combinations (Takara Tomy)

Sieg Xcalibur can be put to use in the attack combination (MGC) Sieg Xcalibur 0/1/2/4/5/7 Meteor/Vortex/Cross/Glaive Xtreme/Atomic/Trans/Needle. The heavy weight of 0/1/2/4/5/7 Meteor/Vortex bolsters Sieg Xcalibur's Burst potential while the Layer's strong teeth and weight can compensate for the increased Burst risk. Xtreme makes the combination a Mobile Attack Type and its high speed further increases Burst potential while its friction can reduce the risk of banking pattern loss by Sieg Xcalibur's unbalanced nature while Atomic makes the combination a Stationary Attack Type and its stability and Stamina can off set the low Stamina posed by Sieg Xcalibur's unbalanced nature while Atomic's free spinning ring and the Cross/Glaive Frame adds Life-After-Death which can allow the combination to potentially out spin the opponent if a Burst is not achieved. Trans is capable of performing both tasks but at the cost of possible pattern loss in Attack Mode and stability and Stamina loss in Stamina mode. Needle can improve Attack potential early in battle with it's movement and its tabs and studs improves recoil control.

Overall

Sieg Xcalibur features a recoil heavy design, heavy weight and strong teeth making it a top-tier Energy Layer for attack combinations. While the unbalanced design is liable to throwing off a combination's banking pattern and reducing stamina, its high Burst potential makes it on par with, if not greater than, Legend Spriggan.

However, with the release of Super Z Layers such as Winning Valkyrie, which has greater Burst potential and greater Stamina, Sieg Xcalibur is no longer a must have but is instead a welcome addition.

Differences in the Hasbro Version

Hasbro’s release of Xcalius X3 is virtually unchanged from its Takara Tomy counterpart with the same heavy weight, unbalanced design, high recoil and strong Burst resistance.

As such, Xcalius X3 is a must have for competitive bladers in the Hasbro format.

Products

Takara Tomy

• B-92 Sieg Xcalibur 1 Iron (translucent red and blue)
• B-111 Random Booster Vol. 10 Crash Ragnaruk .11R.Wd - 05: Sieg Xcalibur 5Bump Atomic
• BG-09 Random Layer Collection Vol. 9 - 01: Sieg Xcalibur

Hasbro

• E1035 Xcalius X3 1 Iron
• E2020 Xcalius Set - Xcalius X3 1 Iron

Gallery

Takara Tomy

Sieg Xcalibur (Official Image)

Sieg Xcalibur (Golden Sword Ver)

Sieg Xcalibur 5Bump Atomic (B-111 05)

Sieg Xcalibur (Random Layer Collection Vol. 9 01)