Arrival of latest released...
BB113 - Scythe Kronos T125EDS~
Released on the 18th of June, Scythe Kronos is the 5th 4D bey after Ldrago Destroy and Beat Lynx.
Contents Include:
FaceBolt (Blank)
Kronos Clear Wheel
Scythe 4D Metal Wheel (PC Spin Ring)
Tornado 125 Track
Eternal Defence Sharp Bottom
Light Launcher 2 with Ripcord
Stickers & Instructions
Tool
The highlight of Scythe Kronos is basically its 4D MW and Performance Bottom.
The 4D Metal Wheel System "Scythe" consist of 2 parts, The main Metal Wheel Disc and the PolyCarbonate Spin Ring. The Free Spinning PC ring can be Flipped and Fixed in position by locking the lock pin in place with the slot in the MW.
The Scythe MW as thin as it is, weighs 39.50grams (Hell MW weighs around 39.57grams.) So it is not actually light as foreseen.
The Scythe MW also has a very well centerfugel weight distribution, similar to the Burn MW where the MW weight is evenly distributed along the out circumference of the MW. And since Scythe MW has no hollow spaces in between its core and the outer circumference, there is almost no recoil unlike the Burn MW.
Scythe MW also has a higher Track mount. This means that the MW actually covers a certain level of the Track. (like Gravity MW, Libra MW) This allows Tracks like Boost Disk 145 to "merge" to the MW even in Normal Mode configuration!
The Eternal Defence Sharp Bottom is basically Defence Sharp with a Free Spinning Center. Although said so, the EDS actually looks and performs more like a Flat Sharp (FS) when compared to its fellow Free Spinning Performance Bottoms. Similar to the EWD, EDS performs better when seasoned to some level.
Beyblade Test Trials
Average of 3 attempts.
Default Configurations in Standard Attack Stadium with LR Beylauncher.
(1st: 5:22 / 2nd: 5:14 / 3rd: 5:31)
Known for its super long Stamina even in default setup, the Scythe Kronos lived up to its name holding a Spin Ratio of at least 5mins. (Even with my low RPS shooting)
To push the Trials a little higher, I retested the Scythe with a full stamina combo setting.
(MF2 Light, Phoenix CW, Scythe MW, BD145 and MS) nicknamed: "CD"
Results
(1st: 8:11 / 2nd: 8:10 / 3rd: 8:14)
I guess the results speaks for itself ya. With the CD hitting a spin ratio time of 8mins on average. Looks like a new Stamina type is going to steal the stamina ranks soon.
Overall, the Scythe Kronos is a must buy for all Stamina type players. Not only the MW is well made for Stamina, its PC spin Ring when in Attack Mode can deal quite a damage when used with a Low Track. The Bad points are that the EDS has some production problem and users might experience that the sharp point on the EDS is not Center, causing the Bey to wobble. And on the cosmetic side, the FaceBolt is not printed. Either than that the Scythe Kronos is a Great collection to have.
Extras
Since I know fans will start spamming questions about using other beys PCs on the Scythe MW. Let me do a layout for you guys ya.
With Big Bang Pegasis PC Switch Ring (Free Spinning)
With Beat Lynx PC Switch Ring (Fixed, non Free Spinning)
and...
With Ldrago Destroy MW (Yes, it can be fitted, but its a Forb, so don't bother.)
have fun ya~
Available at Kinokuniya Books now.
CoroCoro Comic July 2011 issue.
This month's issue has not much coverage on Beyblades on the front cover. For those who are buying you might want to take note of the small image of the new bey "Variares" on the top of the book cover. (silver in color) to avoid buying the wrong issue.
On the cover itself is a summary of the previously reviewed "BB-113 Scythe Khronos T125EDS". But another additional information about the 4D Metal Wheel system was added. Apparently the 'Free-spinning' PC ring of the MW is able to change modes! The Free Spin mode is for Stamina and when the PC ring is flipped over, it becomes Fixed and with that it changes to Attack mode~ woooh.
Beside page is the review of the new LR Spinning Beyblade Variares Delta Drive!
"God that Rules the 3 Fate! The birth of Variares D:D!!!" O_O|||
Also mentioned that it is the 2nd LR spinning bey after Gravity Perseus AD145WD.
New Light Launcher LR!
Looks pretty cool i might say, but i still think it will be as difficult to use as the existing Light Launcher 2.
The new LR Light Launcher uses a 'Switch" system where the user must manually change the "Bey Clip" from Right to Left by swapping it around. After just toggle the "LR slot lock switch" and feed the Ripcord in the respective slot.
The next page reviews about All the Gimmick of Variares!
A One Piece Metal Wheel 4D System.
Yes, Variares MW is a one of a kind 1 piece MW system with in-built gimmick within itself.
The MW automatically changes modes during a battle. From Attack/Counter to Defence/Stamina!
At Full Velocity, the Variares MW only reveals it Full Metal body, and due to its Irregular shape able to fully deliver a strong Attack. When the Spin Ratio goes low, the MW changes mode and the Defence 'Wings' will deploy, completing a Full Defence shield!
The other gimmick of the Variares would have to be its Delta Drive Fusion Track/Bottom!
For those familar with the old series "plastic Gen" beys, should find this 4D Fusion Track/Bottom very familiar ya. Yes, it is exactly the same as the Old Gen Dranzer's Triple Type Bottom.
As simple as it sounds the D:D can change between mode Manually. User can choose between 3 bottom modes. Flat, Wide Ball or Sharp. the review also mentioned that Variares is also the Bey with the most amount of possible Modes. With 2 directions LR, 2 Metal Wheel modes and 3 Bottom Modes it has a total of 12 different combinations!!!
Mori Thoughts:
My feel for Variares D:D isn't as strong thou, the manual switching bottom will sure have its problem. With the bey battles being to Strong and Impactful, the D:D is bound to switch Prematurely causing instant 'death' to the bey. The Variares MW having such a hefty gimmicked interior is bound to be "hollow", and in the rule of MW, Hollow means high Recoil. I am not sure the Variares is heavy enough to withstand Recoils from Bosses like Basalt and Big Bang. Well, it will take some testing to find out ya~
The next page features some Blader DJ bey combis that might be seen in the upcoming WHF. (Beat Leona TH170EDS, Big Bang Kerbecs 90RF and Scythe Cancer 230WD) in addition, Variares D:D will also be pre-released there first hand during the event.
Event Exclusives include "Variares Printed FaceBolt" and "Fang Leone Deep Blue Version" (CW/MW)
The last page features a mini review of the NEW Remote Control Bey~!
Apparently, Big Bang and Destroy are the first 2 RC beys to be released. The RC beys are basically normal CW and MW fitted on a new RC fusion Track/Bottom.
Bladers are then able to RC your Bey after a Launch to perform mannuvers only seen in the Animations with a handheld Launcher Controller!
(Direction Change, Boost, Drive, Turbo...)
I think it will be quite cool to play, can't wait for its release in July!
And finally a scoop on the 2 new coming beys~ Jade Jupiter and Shin Unicorno! They will be featured in the next CoroCoro August Issue.
