Geist Fafnir 8' Absorb

This article is about the Takara Tomy release. For the anime combo, see Geist Fafnir 8'Proof Absorb. For the Hasbro release, see Geist Fafnir F4 8' Absorb-S.

Geist Fafnir 8' Absorb
Naming
Japanese	ガイストファブニル・エイトダッシュ・アブソーブ
Romaji	Gaisuto Fabunīru Eito Dasshu Abusōbu
Also Known As	gF.8'.Ab Geist Fafnir (manga, English)
Product Information
Product Code	B-122
Type	Stamina
Spin Direction	Left-Spin
Price	1566円
System	Cho-Z Layer System
Series	Beyblade Burst Turbo
Release Date(s)
Japan	September 22nd, 2018
Parts
Energy Layer	Geist Fafnir
Forge Disc	8'
Performance Tip	Absorb
Anime/Manga
Owner	Free De La Hoya (Manga)
First Appearance (manga)	Breaker Xcalius’ Furious Swordplay!!
Special Move(s)	Geist Spin
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Geist Fafnir 8' Absorb (ガイストファブニル・エイトダッシュ・アブソーブ, Gaisuto Fabunīru Eito Dasshu Abusōbu) is a Stamina Type Beyblade released by Takara Tomy as part of the Burst System as well as the Cho-Z Layer System. It was released as a Starter in Japan on September 22nd, 2018 for 1566円.

It is the successor to Drain Fafnir 8 Nothing and is succeeded by Wizard Fafnir Ratchet Rise Sen in the toyline and Mirage Fafnir Nothing 2S in the manga.

Energy Layer - Geist Fafnir

Main article: Energy Layer - Geist Fafnir

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The motif is of the golden dragon, Fafnir. A left-spin Stamina Type Cho-Z Layer that absorbs the rotation of the opponent by retracting the rubber blade during a high speed rotation to preserve the rotational force and popping out the rubber blade only at a low speed rotation.

— Official Description

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Takara Tomy's Geist Fafnir, like its predecessor Drain Fafnir, is a Stamina Type Energy Layer that features a triangular perimeter and three side profile dragon heads with an "F" along each, meant to represent this Layer's namesake; Fafnir the Nordic Dragon of Greed. As part of the Cho-Z Layer System, Geist Fafnir features metal in its design; in this case, interspersed between the dragon heads. The inclusion of metal makes this Layer heavier than most God Layers.

Geist Fafnir also features gimmicks: The first is that this Layer is meant to spin Left, opposite to most other Beyblades. The second is that the "F"s are made of rubber, akin to both its predecessor. The inclusion of rubber aids in this Layer's ability to equalize spin with a Right-Spin opponent. The third is that the Layer features an automatic mode change gimmick.

While the triangular shape and rough perimeter of Geist Fafnir may imply recoil, the Left-Spin nature of this Layer reduces recoil against a Right-Spin opponent. When spinning slower than a Right-Spin opponent, the rubber "F"s of Geist Fafnir allows for Spin-Equalization, where the Layers of two opposite spinning Beyblades work akin to gears and equally distribute their spin, by acting as a cushion against impact, increasing friction between Layers, acting as a "hook" for the other Beyblade to catch into and propel Geist Fafnir faster and reducing recoil to increase the rate of contact. Due to the greater exposed surface area of the rubber, the effect is more prominent than in Drain Fafnir, though the greater weight makes the effect far less pronounced against lightweight opponents.

When against a Left-Spin opponent, Geist Fafnir cannot equalize spin and the rubber will instead act as brakes. If the opponent has less Burst Resistance than Geist Fafnir, then the friction can potentially Burst the opponent. However, if the opponent has greater Burst Resistance than Geist Fafnir, the friction of the rubber can cause a Geist Fafnir Combination to self-Burst or severely lose Stamina.

At low spin speeds, the rubber blades will extend outwards, creating a perimeter akin to a reversed Winning Valkyrie, meant to improve Spin-Equalization potential at low spin speeds by exposing more rubber. At high spin speeds, Geist Fafnir's rubber blades will retract inwards, creating a rounder perimeter akin to its predecessor, Drain Fafnir, meant to prevent Spin-Equalization against a slower Right-Spin opponent by exposing less rubber. However, the large amount of rubber in Geist Fafnir's design makes the gimmick ineffective.

Forge Disc - 8'

Main article: Forge Disc - 8'

8', like other even numbered Core Discs, is symmetrical and elliptical in shape in order to facilitate a Disc Frame. 8' is essentially a wider and lighter version of 8, with higher Outward Weight Distribution (OWD) due to its wider shape. As a result, 8' has higher Stamina Potential than its predecessor. Like 8, 8' features four protrusions on each side. Each of the protrusions features gaps, akin to Knuckle, which takes weight away from the center and creates high Outward Weight Distribution. However, like other heavy Forge Discs with high Outward Weight Distribution, the use of 8' decreases Burst Resistance as a trade off.

Performance Tip - Absorb

Main article: Performance Tip - Absorb

Absorb features a spring-loaded sharp tip of a small diameter surrounded by a free-spinning ring, akin to a combination of Revolve and Nothing. The sharp tip of Absorb provides low friction with the stadium floor, resulting in high Stamina and Burst Defense properties. The wide diameter of the ring gives Absorb high Precession time and Spin-Equalization potential in Opposite-Spin match-ups. Compared to similar Performance Tips, Absorb's Precession time is equal to Revolve's but lower than Eternal's.

The spring-loaded tip has two purposes, the first is to prevent harsh impacts against the stadium floor from launch, preventing accidental Self-Knock-Outs from bouncing. The second is that when the tip is fully depressed, the center sharp tip is retracted and the ring is locked in place, creating a hollow flat tip with aggressive movement akin to Zephyr. However, without a mechanism to keep the spring compressed, this aggressive movement only happens briefly upon first landing.

Gallery

Takara Tomy

Info on Geist Fafnir 8' Absorb (B-122)

Geist Fafnir w/ Proto Launcher.

Geist Fafnir 8' Absorb Box.

Side view of the Geist Fafnir 8' Absorb Box.

Included Entry Launcher L

Miscellaneous

Concept Art

Geist Fafnir Sketch (Concept Art with Drain Fafnir 8 Nothing Bey)

Videos

ベイブレードバースト「ガイストファブニル.8'.Ab -マスターブレーダーセレクション-」

ベイブレードバースト「ベイブレードバーストコロシアム-5 ガイストファブニル編」

Trivia

• Like its predecessor Drain Fafnir 8 Nothing, Geist Fafnir's name is based off of Fafnir, a son of the dwarf king Hreidmar, in Norse mythology. Fafnir was cursed by Andvari's ring and gold, turning him into a dragon, which is enforced by Fafnir's dragon avatar.
  • The word 'Geist' in its name is the German word for "ghost" or "spirit".