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|Name=Libra |
|Name=Libra |
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|JPName=リブラ |
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|RomajiName=Ribura |
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|Classification=Wheel |
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|System=Metal System |
|System=Metal System |
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|Series=Metal Fight Beyblade |
|Series=Metal Fight Beyblade |
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|ReleaseJP=October 23rd, 2008 |
|ReleaseJP=October 23rd, 2008 |
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|MFBStandard=✔️ |
|MFBStandard=✔️ |
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| + | |WBO=https://worldbeyblade.org/Thread-Product-BB-18-Libra-DF145BS |
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==Description== |
==Description== |
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+ | <onlyinclude>Takara Tomy's '''Libra''' is a circular [[Wheel]] with numerous small notches surrounding its perimeter. '''Libra''' has a very heavy weight compared to its contemporaries in the [[Metal System]], which made '''Libra''' one a staple part for [[Defense]] combinations for many years since its release. With the release of the [[Maximum Series]] however, '''Libra''' became outclassed by the [[Fusion Wheel - Twisted|Twisted]] Fusion Wheel, and later by other Fusion Wheel releases. Prior to the release of the Maximum Series, '''Libra''' was the heaviest Wheel, and heavier than all Energy Ring and Fusion Wheel combinations. |
| + | There are four mold variations of '''Libra''': the first mold was released with the initial prints of the debut BB-18 Booster [[Libra DF145BS]], and is the lightest mold, weighing about 2 grams lighter than the other molds. Compared to later molds, the first mold has a more hollow underside overall, and is prone to breakage. The second mold was released in later prints of the BB-18 Booster and the BB-22 [[Bey Custom Set Stamina & Defense Type]], which filled in some of the underside. The third mold was released in BB-25 [[Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces]], and further addressed breakage issues that the previous two molds had by reinforcing the underside of four sections of the Wheel. The fourth and final mold was released in the BB-96 [[Beyblade Super Deck]], 2 years after the initial BB-18 Booster. Compared to the previous molds, the protrusions next to the previously reinforced sections have been filled in and also reinforced, replacing the rugged underside with a smooth one. The result is increased recoil risk due to the smoother underside. |
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| − | ===IMPORTANT: Mold Variations=== |
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| − | Libra has three different molds. The first mold was released in BB-18 Booster Libra DF145BS and BB-22 Bey Reshuffle Set Stamina & Defense Type, and the second in BB-25 [[Random Booster Vol.2 Legend Pisces]]. The second mold addressed breaking problems that the original mold faced by reinforcing the underside of four sections of the Wheel (pictured to the right). The performance of each mold varies from Wheel to Wheel; some are slightly heavier than others, which would make them better suited for [[Defense]] customizations, while lighter ones would be more effective in [[Survival | Stamina]] customs, the difference however is negligible. The third mold is released in BB-96 Beyblade Super Deck Set; this new mold is now allowed by WBBA regulations as adding a Metal face will result in the weight of 47.36g. |
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| + | The performance of each mold varies between individual copies; some are slightly heavier than others, which would theoretically make them better suited for [[Defense]] combinations, while lighter copies would be more effective in [[Stamina]] combinations. This performance difference from this however is negligible. The more important factors will likely be breakage and the increased recoil from the fourth mold.</onlyinclude> |
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| − | ===Use in Defense Customization=== |
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| − | + | ==Use in Defense Combinations== |
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| ⚫ | '''Libra''' was a must-have part for many years due to its high Defense capabilities. MF-H '''Libra''' BD145RS was once a top-tier [[Defense]] combination. The heavy combined weight of Metal Face Heavy, Libra, and BD145 made the combination difficult to move, giving it excellent KO Defense. Furthermore, RS was able to withstand powerful Attacks due to its high friction with the Stadium floor. |
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| − | Long before Libra was banned, it surprisingly found use in a very specific [[Balance]] customization; in fact, it was really the only competitively viable Balance customization at that point in time. The custom is ''Libra CH120RF''. Here is how it performed against the current staple customs of the time: |
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| + | ==Use in Balance Combinations== |
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| + | '''Libra''' was used in a specific "[[Anti-Attack]]" Balance combination: MF '''Libra''' CH120RF. Compared to its contemporaries throughout 2008 and 2009, this combination was the only truly competitively viable Balance combination at the time.<!-- |
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*'''Versus Virgo DF145D -- use 120 height''' |
*'''Versus Virgo DF145D -- use 120 height''' |
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| − | Even though Libra is the heaviest Wheel ever created, because its weight is focused around the outside, it is still quite agile with RF. On its own, Libra is not a very effective [[Smash Attack]] Wheel, but its weight distribution in combination with the fast moving RF allow it to achieve an astonishing 90% win rate against [[Virgo DF145BS |
+ | Even though Libra is the heaviest Wheel ever created, because its weight is focused around the outside, it is still quite agile with RF. On its own, Libra is not a very effective [[Smash Attack]] Wheel, but its weight distribution in combination with the fast moving RF allow it to achieve an astonishing 90% win rate against [[Virgo DF145BS|Virgo]] DF145D. 120 height must be used in order for the Metal Wheels to make contact or it won't work. |
*'''Versus Quetzalcoatl 90RF -- use 145 height''' |
*'''Versus Quetzalcoatl 90RF -- use 145 height''' |
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The win ratio against the top tier [[Defense]] combo isn't that great -- only about 60% -- but this still isn't bad, considering how strong it is against the other two types. If you can avoid using this combo against Defense-types, you should, but if you're forced into that situation you can win with a perfect shot and a little luck. |
The win ratio against the top tier [[Defense]] combo isn't that great -- only about 60% -- but this still isn't bad, considering how strong it is against the other two types. If you can avoid using this combo against Defense-types, you should, but if you're forced into that situation you can win with a perfect shot and a little luck. |
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| − | To effectively use this custom, you absolutely had to be able to perform [[Sliding Shoot]] because the window for landing a successful attack was much smaller than with other Storm or Quetzalcoatl-based Attackers. A skilled Blader could use this customization as an answer to almost anything that is thrown at them. However, during the time Libra was banned, this custom's use diminished greatly due to the multitude of parts that were released in its absence. It is still usable against Attack types, and Stamina types on lower Tracks, but it is nowhere near as versatile as it once was. |
+ | To effectively use this custom, you absolutely had to be able to perform [[Sliding Shoot]] because the window for landing a successful attack was much smaller than with other Storm or Quetzalcoatl-based Attackers. A skilled Blader could use this customization as an answer to almost anything that is thrown at them. However, during the time Libra was banned, this custom's use diminished greatly due to the multitude of parts that were released in its absence. It is still usable against Attack types, and Stamina types on lower Tracks, but it is nowhere near as versatile as it once was.--> |
| + | ==Competitive History== |
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| − | ===Controversy Over Libra=== |
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| + | At its release in October 2008, '''Libra''' quickly shot to the top of the metagame, finding use in the Defense and Balance combinations listed above. Its circular, uninterrupted shape, combined with its heavy weight in comparison with other Wheels, was the main reason for its meta dominant power. '''Libra''' had essentially transformed the metagame into a simple game of rock-paper-scissors with no deviation. '''Libra''' had become a must-have part; without Libra, a Blader could not win. The metagame had centralized around defeating '''Libra''', which narrowed the pool of viable parts. |
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| ⚫ | In April 2009 [[Takara Tomy]] updated the WBBA |
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| + | ==Ban History== |
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| − | Initially the WBO did not react to this rule change and did not impose any sort of weight limit, allowing heavy Libra customs to still be tournament legal. However, in December 2009 after countless tournaments were won, most through simply the use of a Libra-based custom such as ''MF Libra C145WB'', and seeing that the then new RF, the one part that could stand up to these customizations was difficult to control, the following poll was conducted: |
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| ⚫ | In April 2009 [[Takara Tomy]] updated the [[WBBA]]'s official tournament regulations. Included in these new regulations was a 47 gram weight limit, which meant that a Beyblade combination could not weigh more than 47 grams for tournament play. This was done to reduce Libra's meta dominant power by effectively making it illegal to use any [[Metal Face Bolt]] in a Libra combination. Although not directly targeted at '''Libra''' specifically, these new regulations affected '''Libra''' combinations the most. This also allowed other Defense combinations that utilized a Metal Face Bolt to be viable for competitive play. |
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| + | Initially the [[WBO]] did not respond to this rule change, and did not implement any kind of weight limit. As a result, heavy '''Libra''' combinations continued to be tournament legal throughout the rest of 2009, seeing heavy usage. By December 2009, many tournaments had been won through the use of MF '''Libra''' C145WB, and in response the following poll was conducted by the WBO: |
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What changes do you think should be made? |
What changes do you think should be made? |
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| − | *Do not change the rules. - ''56 votes (54.37%)'' |
+ | * Do not change the rules. - ''56 votes (54.37%)'' |
| − | *Restrict the use of the Libra Wheel + Metal Face and any 145 Track except DF145 and 145 in combos. - ''27 votes (26.21%)'' |
+ | * Restrict the use of the Libra Wheel + Metal Face and any 145 Track except DF145 and 145 in combos. - ''27 votes (26.21%)'' |
| − | *Ban the Libra Wheel entirely. - ''20 votes (19.42%)'' |
+ | * Ban the Libra Wheel entirely. - ''20 votes (19.42%)'' |
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| + | This was the first time that the WBO had considered banning a part from tournaments.<ref>https://worldbeyblade.org/Thread-Changes-to-WBO-Competitive-Gameplay-Balancing-Competitive-Combo-s-Re-Libra</ref> The polling results reflected this, with about half of the 103 polled rejecting any change at all. The other half of those polled leaned towards the latter two options, which proposed some sort of restriction on Libra. At first glance, it appeared the community was deadlocked, being split evenly between sides that wanted something done regarding '''Libra''', and those that did not. However, although those who did not want change had a slight majority in the poll, the votes for the latter two options were mostly from regular tournament participants, while the first option for no change had a larger proportion of non-tournament goers. |
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| + | 5 months later on May 7th, 2010, ''Release 2'' of the WBO's ''Standard and Universal Rules'' was announced, with the decision that Libra was now banned from WBO tournaments.<ref>[http://wiki.worldbeyblade.org/index.php?title=Libra_DF145BS&diff=3825&oldid=3823 [[Beywiki]] Libra page change]</ref> The decision to ban '''Libra''' was contested on the WBO forums, but the decision was upheld.<ref>https://worldbeyblade.org/Thread-Libra-Re-instatement-Discussion--12534</ref> While the second option of restricting Libra would have been a decent compromise for both sides, this was deemed too difficult to police during tournaments, and an outright ban was chosen as it was an easier option to implement. |
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| − | As the results illustrate, there was much controversy over even the suggestion of restricting a Wheel. Combining the second and third options, which advocate some sort of restriction, and comparing it to the first option, it can be said that the community could almost be split evenly into sides that wanted something done, and those that didn't. However, despite the majority of votes going towards not changing anything, the proportion of votes that came from what could be considered competitive-level Beybladers was larger for the second and third options. Addtionally, those that voted for the first option did not provide compelling arguments as to why Libra should be allowed. In May 2010, Release 2 of the WBOs Standard and Universal Rules was released, with the decision that Libra was now banned from use outright in any competitive situation. |
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| + | On February 25th, 2011, 9 months after it was banned, '''Libra''' was unbanned from competitive play with ''Release 3.5'' of the WBO's ''Standard and Universal Rules''.<ref>[https://worldbeyblade.org/Thread-Back-and-some-good-news-Rules-Release-3-5-new-Bey-Marketplace-forum-and-more WBO Organized Play Updates February 2011]</ref> The '''Libra''' ban was originally imposed with no intention of it being permanent; its purpose was to help balance the metagame until a point in the future when the reintroduction of '''Libra''' would no longer be a dominant force in the metagame. |
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| − | ===How Libra Dominated the MFB Metagame and Why It Was Banned=== |
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| − | After Libra was released and weighed, it did not take very long for it to shoot to the top of the [[Metal Fight Beyblade | MFB]] metagame in both [[Survival | Stamina]] and [[Defense]] customizations, and eventually a remarkably useful [[Balance]] customization, as listed above. Aside from it's circular, uninterrupted shape, it's insane weight in comparison with other Wheels is the main reason for its game-breaking power. The fact that [[Takara Tomy]] imposed the 47g weight limit essentially means they admitted that it was a mistake to release Libra in the form that they did. |
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| + | While controversy surrounding '''Libra''' continued over the period of 9 months, the metagame had evolved as new meta relevant parts were introduced. This was also during a period of increased experimentation and testing while the userbase of the WBO grew. As a result, Attack Type combinations utilizing rubber Bottoms such as [[Performance Tip - Rubber Flat|Rubber Flat (RF)]] became a dominant force in the metagame, with the absence of '''Libra''', which was the primary Defense Type Wheel that could respond to Attack combinations. |
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| − | If it isn't obvious already, the reason that Libra was banned was that it transformed Beyblade into a game of rock-paper-scissors. Of course, inherently the game will always be this, but Libra allowed for no deviation. You either used Libra or you didn't win. The game revolved around defeating Libra, and that isn't what a good metagame looks like. There was no skill involved. Restricting Libra would have been a nice compromise for both sides, made it more difficult to police it's use in tournaments, so banning it outright was a much easier option. |
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| + | Furthermore, with the release of several new parts during the ''Beyblade: Metal Masters'' toyline throughout 2010, there was no longer only a single viable Track for Stamina, no longer only a single viable Bottom for Defense, etc. As a result, the '''Libra''' ban no longer served a purpose, as '''Libra''' could be reintroduced without shifting the focus of the metagame to '''Libra'''. At the time of its unban, '''Libra''' was already heavily outclassed by the then newly introduced [[Fusion Wheel - Hell|Hell]] and [[Fusion Wheel - Basalt|Basalt]] Fusion Wheels. |
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| − | The opposition towards banning Libra was incredibly high, especially among players who owned one, but among high level, competitive Bladers, the game had become incredibly boring. In the end though, through the banning of Libra, the Beyblade metagame was undeniably opened up considerably, allowing numerous parts that may have never seen use to be utilized in top-tier customizations. |
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| − | ===The Reintroduction of Libra=== |
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| − | After almost nine months of being restricted, Libra was reintroduced into competitive play in February 2011 with release 3.5 of the WBO Standard and Universal Rules. As would be expected given the controversial decision to ban Libra, it was intensely contested almost immediately after the ban was put into place. The ban was originally imposed with no intention of it being permanent; its sole purpose was to help balance and open up the MFB metagame until a point in the future when the reintroduction of the part in question, Libra, would no longer be the dominating force it once was when Bladers were opposed with it. |
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| − | Throughout the nine months that passed, the contention continued, and the Beyblade metagame evolved immensely; countless new and useful parts were introduced, an explosion of experimentation and testing occurred in unison with the growing userbase of the WBO, and Attack types finally became a dominant force in the game–especially before the release of RS and RSF–in the absence of Libra. The fear regarding the use of rubber-based Bottoms such as RF on Attack types diminished with the plethora of new effective parts that were released, and the customs that were discovered. There was no longer but one viable Track for Stamina, no longer but one viable Bottom for Defense; the game was no longer a simple game of rock-paper-scissors. To this end, the ban on Libra served its purpose. It shifted the focus of the game away from one particular part. |
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==Products== |
==Products== |
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* BB-25 [[Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces]] - [[Libra 100F]] |
* BB-25 [[Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces]] - [[Libra 100F]] |
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* BB-25 [[Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces]] - [[Libra D125HF]] |
* BB-25 [[Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces]] - [[Libra D125HF]] |
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| − | * BB-96 [[Beyblade Super Deck |
+ | * BB-96 [[Beyblade Super Deck]] - [[Libra 100D]] |
==Gallery== |
==Gallery== |
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===Takara Tomy=== |
===Takara Tomy=== |
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| + | ==Trivia== |
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| + | * There is a fifth unreleased prototype mold, which can be seen in promotional images of BB-25 [[Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces]]. |
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| + | * The [[Fusion Wheel - Thunder|Infinity]] (also known as Thunder) Fusion Wheel is based on this Wheel. |
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| + | * The '''Libra''' Wheel is the only part in the [[Metal Series]] to be subjected to both [[WBBA]] and [[WBO]] regulations. |
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| + | ** In April 2009, the WBBA imposed a 47 gram weight limit on combinations, effectively banning viable '''Libra''' combinations. |
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| + | ** In May 2010, the WBO banned '''Libra''' outright, before unbanning it 9 months later in February 2011. |
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==References== |
==References== |
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{{Metal System Parts}} |
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Latest revision as of 21:37, 31 January 2024
Libra is a Wheel released by Takara Tomy. It debuted in Japan with the release of the BB-18 Booster Libra DF145BS on October 23rd, 2008.
Description
Takara Tomy's Libra is a circular Wheel with numerous small notches surrounding its perimeter. Libra has a very heavy weight compared to its contemporaries in the Metal System, which made Libra one a staple part for Defense combinations for many years since its release. With the release of the Maximum Series however, Libra became outclassed by the Twisted Fusion Wheel, and later by other Fusion Wheel releases. Prior to the release of the Maximum Series, Libra was the heaviest Wheel, and heavier than all Energy Ring and Fusion Wheel combinations.
There are four mold variations of Libra: the first mold was released with the initial prints of the debut BB-18 Booster Libra DF145BS, and is the lightest mold, weighing about 2 grams lighter than the other molds. Compared to later molds, the first mold has a more hollow underside overall, and is prone to breakage. The second mold was released in later prints of the BB-18 Booster and the BB-22 Bey Custom Set Stamina & Defense Type, which filled in some of the underside. The third mold was released in BB-25 Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces, and further addressed breakage issues that the previous two molds had by reinforcing the underside of four sections of the Wheel. The fourth and final mold was released in the BB-96 Beyblade Super Deck, 2 years after the initial BB-18 Booster. Compared to the previous molds, the protrusions next to the previously reinforced sections have been filled in and also reinforced, replacing the rugged underside with a smooth one. The result is increased recoil risk due to the smoother underside.
The performance of each mold varies between individual copies; some are slightly heavier than others, which would theoretically make them better suited for Defense combinations, while lighter copies would be more effective in Stamina combinations. This performance difference from this however is negligible. The more important factors will likely be breakage and the increased recoil from the fourth mold.
Use in Defense Combinations
Libra was a must-have part for many years due to its high Defense capabilities. MF-H Libra BD145RS was once a top-tier Defense combination. The heavy combined weight of Metal Face Heavy, Libra, and BD145 made the combination difficult to move, giving it excellent KO Defense. Furthermore, RS was able to withstand powerful Attacks due to its high friction with the Stadium floor.
Use in Balance Combinations
Libra was used in a specific "Anti-Attack" Balance combination: MF Libra CH120RF. Compared to its contemporaries throughout 2008 and 2009, this combination was the only truly competitively viable Balance combination at the time.
Competitive History
At its release in October 2008, Libra quickly shot to the top of the metagame, finding use in the Defense and Balance combinations listed above. Its circular, uninterrupted shape, combined with its heavy weight in comparison with other Wheels, was the main reason for its meta dominant power. Libra had essentially transformed the metagame into a simple game of rock-paper-scissors with no deviation. Libra had become a must-have part; without Libra, a Blader could not win. The metagame had centralized around defeating Libra, which narrowed the pool of viable parts.
Ban History
In April 2009 Takara Tomy updated the WBBA's official tournament regulations. Included in these new regulations was a 47 gram weight limit, which meant that a Beyblade combination could not weigh more than 47 grams for tournament play. This was done to reduce Libra's meta dominant power by effectively making it illegal to use any Metal Face Bolt in a Libra combination. Although not directly targeted at Libra specifically, these new regulations affected Libra combinations the most. This also allowed other Defense combinations that utilized a Metal Face Bolt to be viable for competitive play.
Initially the WBO did not respond to this rule change, and did not implement any kind of weight limit. As a result, heavy Libra combinations continued to be tournament legal throughout the rest of 2009, seeing heavy usage. By December 2009, many tournaments had been won through the use of MF Libra C145WB, and in response the following poll was conducted by the WBO:
Changes to WBO Competitive Gameplay: Balancing Competitive Combo's [Re: Libra]: What changes do you think should be made?
- Do not change the rules. - 56 votes (54.37%)
- Restrict the use of the Libra Wheel + Metal Face and any 145 Track except DF145 and 145 in combos. - 27 votes (26.21%)
- Ban the Libra Wheel entirely. - 20 votes (19.42%)
This was the first time that the WBO had considered banning a part from tournaments.[1] The polling results reflected this, with about half of the 103 polled rejecting any change at all. The other half of those polled leaned towards the latter two options, which proposed some sort of restriction on Libra. At first glance, it appeared the community was deadlocked, being split evenly between sides that wanted something done regarding Libra, and those that did not. However, although those who did not want change had a slight majority in the poll, the votes for the latter two options were mostly from regular tournament participants, while the first option for no change had a larger proportion of non-tournament goers.
5 months later on May 7th, 2010, Release 2 of the WBO's Standard and Universal Rules was announced, with the decision that Libra was now banned from WBO tournaments.[2] The decision to ban Libra was contested on the WBO forums, but the decision was upheld.[3] While the second option of restricting Libra would have been a decent compromise for both sides, this was deemed too difficult to police during tournaments, and an outright ban was chosen as it was an easier option to implement.
On February 25th, 2011, 9 months after it was banned, Libra was unbanned from competitive play with Release 3.5 of the WBO's Standard and Universal Rules.[4] The Libra ban was originally imposed with no intention of it being permanent; its purpose was to help balance the metagame until a point in the future when the reintroduction of Libra would no longer be a dominant force in the metagame.
While controversy surrounding Libra continued over the period of 9 months, the metagame had evolved as new meta relevant parts were introduced. This was also during a period of increased experimentation and testing while the userbase of the WBO grew. As a result, Attack Type combinations utilizing rubber Bottoms such as Rubber Flat (RF) became a dominant force in the metagame, with the absence of Libra, which was the primary Defense Type Wheel that could respond to Attack combinations.
Furthermore, with the release of several new parts during the Beyblade: Metal Masters toyline throughout 2010, there was no longer only a single viable Track for Stamina, no longer only a single viable Bottom for Defense, etc. As a result, the Libra ban no longer served a purpose, as Libra could be reintroduced without shifting the focus of the metagame to Libra. At the time of its unban, Libra was already heavily outclassed by the then newly introduced Hell and Basalt Fusion Wheels.
Products
Takara Tomy
- BB-18 Libra DF145BS
- BB-22 Bey Custom Set Stamina & Defense Type - Libra 145S
- BB-25 Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces - Libra 100F
- BB-25 Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces - Libra D125HF
- BB-96 Beyblade Super Deck - Libra 100D
Gallery
Takara Tomy
Trivia
- There is a fifth unreleased prototype mold, which can be seen in promotional images of BB-25 Random Booster Vol. 2 Legend Pisces.
- The Infinity (also known as Thunder) Fusion Wheel is based on this Wheel.
- The Libra Wheel is the only part in the Metal Series to be subjected to both WBBA and WBO regulations.
- In April 2009, the WBBA imposed a 47 gram weight limit on combinations, effectively banning viable Libra combinations.
- In May 2010, the WBO banned Libra outright, before unbanning it 9 months later in February 2011.
References
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