- This article is about Metal Survive. For its normal counterpart, see Performance Tip - Survive.
Metal Survive (メタルサバイブ, Metaru Sabaibu) is a Performance Tip 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-188 Astral Spriggan Customize Set in Japan in August 7th, 2021
Description
Metal Survive features a low-angled cone shape protruding from a cylinder. It is the Metal Lock Driver version of the Survive Performance Tip, featuring a Metal Lock and a stronger spring, increasing weight and Burst Resistance. The Metal Lock has shorter tabs than standard and Dash Locks, resulting in lower Burst Resistance, despite the stronger spring. There is a mold variation of Metal Survive: initial releases of Metal Survive have the original Metal Lock design, which can damage a Layer's teeth. All subsequent reprints of Metal Lock Drivers from October 2021 onward feature a running change that shortens the tabs, reducing Burst Resistance but also the likelihood of causing damage to a Layer.
As a result of its design, it finds the most use in Stamina Combinations. However, it can also be used as a Defense Performance Tip in absence of better ones, and while it is outclassed, its shape helps it rebound from attacks and prevent Knock-Outs. While good ball-shaped or rubber sharp Performance Tips lack in Beyblade Burst, Metal Survive has enough Stability to take hits without losing all balance and Precessing too early like sharper tips.
Overall
With a low angle and fairly wide diameter, Metal Survive was once a top-tier part for Stamina Combinations. However, it has since been heavily outclassed by Revolve and Atomic due to its lack of free spinning components.
As such, Metal Survive is recommended for collection purposes only.
Products
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