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| full item name = Death Gargoyle Metal Scream  
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| full item name = Death Gargoyle MS (Metal Scream)
 
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== Name Changes ==
 
== Name Changes ==
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Death Gargoyle MS was released by Hasbro as Dark Effigy MS
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Death Gargoyle MS was released by Hasbro as Dark Effigy MS.
  
 
== Bit Protector (BP): Gargoyle Emblem ==
 
== Bit Protector (BP): Gargoyle Emblem ==
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The Bit Protector of this Beyblade is Gargoyle Emblem. It is the first mould version of Bit Protectors.
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The Bit Protector of this Beyblade is Gargoyle Emblem. It is the first mould version of [[Bit Protector | Bit Protectors]].
  
 
== Attack Ring (AR): Circle Upper ==
 
== Attack Ring (AR): Circle Upper ==
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* '''Weight:''' 20 grams
 
* '''Weight:''' 20 grams
  
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The Attack Ring of [[Death Gargoyle MS]] is Circle Upper. This was the first major upper attack AR to be produced, and immediately dominated tournaments. This AR is larger than most HMS ARs; this is a good point. Such a wide AR has very good attack range; it's hard to avoid being hit by it. The Metal Frame is almost a perfectly circle, and surrounds the entire outer rim of the AR. A circular-shaped AR has a tendency for good [[defense]]. Also, having all the weight focused to the outer rim helps the momentum, increasing its early defensive capabilities even more.
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Circle Upper is one of the most useful ARs available. This usefulness is due to the unique shape of its [[Metal Frame]]; it is an almost perfect circle shape that completely surrounds the outside of the AR, with two large, deep slopes on either side that are used for [[Upper Attack]]. Although it has some [[Smash Attack]] ability and [[Force Smash]] in left spin, these traits are negligible when compared to the effectiveness of its Upper Attack.
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Because of the round shape of Circle Upper, many hits will not be incredibly effective against it. There are very few points of contact for another AR to latch onto during a hit, generally causing the Beyblade attacking Circle Upper to take the majority of the damage.
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Circle Upper is the second widest [[HMS]] AR available (The widest being [[Samurai Changer MS]]'s Samurai Upper) Because of this, it has one of the widest attack range of all HMS ARs. While not as much of an advantage in [[Tornado Balance Type S]], in wider stadiums where making early contact is crucial, the extra range can mean the difference between winning or losing.
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A point of note is the weight distribution on Circle Upper; because there is no metal near the center, only along the outside rim, all of the weight is focused there. This will generally lead to an AR with poor balance, and placing it on a tall RC will cause wobbling. However, there are two ways to negate this disadvantage:
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* The most popular combos with Circle Upper generally use very low RCs, e.g. [[Dragoon MS]]'s Grip Flat Core, so the poor balance is generally not an issue.
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* There are combos you can build where this poor balance can be used as an advantage, which is discussed on this page.
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In contrast to the Metal Frame, the [[ABS Caul]] mostly serves to be a cradle for the [[Bit Protector]]. Most of the contact with the opposing Beyblade will be with the Metal Frame, another one of Circle Upper's great advantages.
  
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However, the most important point of this AR is its [[Upper Attack]]. Just by examining the slope (which is roughly a 35 degree angle), we can easily tell that it has a lot of lifting power. The large rim leading up to it makes it easier to catch the opponent. You can [[upper attack|upper-KO]] your opponent very easily; It's hard to escape this AR's upper attack. In left spin, this AR has two kinds of attack: [[Smash attack]] and [[Force Smash]]. There are notches at the highest point of the upper attack slopes that will allow for smash attack. The end of the reverse side of the upper attack slopes has a very steep force smash slope. So far, we've concluded that this AR has wide attack range, good defense, Upper Attack, Smash Attack, and Force Smash Attack.
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Circle Upper has very few disadvantages and many advantages, and this is why it is one of the most-used ARs of all time.
  
 
===  Mould Differences ===
 
===  Mould Differences ===
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The balance of this AR varies. You see, there are two molds of this AR; old mold (original and [[HMS_Boosters#Random_Booster_Act_2|ACT2]] versions) and the new mold ([[HMS_Boosters#Random_Booster_Act_3|ACT3]] version). You can see the comparison of these two below. The red Circle Upper is the old mold from ACT2. The light blue Circle Upper is the new mold from ACT3.
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There was a change made to the mould of Circle Upper's [[Metal Frame]]. The change was first employed at the release of [[HMS Random Booster ACT 3]], and was also released by [[Hasbro]]. The second mold has a Metal Frame that is reinforced along the entire [[Upper Attack]] slope. The result is that it is significantly thicker and weighs more. This does alter the balance so that it is even more prone to [[wobbling]]. The previous mould is lighter and has better [[Survival]] capability. These moulds are referred to as "first mould" and "second mould", respectively. You can select one or the other depending on your strategy.
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=== Use in [[Upper Attack]] Customization ===
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[[Death Gargoyle MS]]'s Circle Upper and [[Samurai Changer MS]]'s Samurai Upper dominated as the top choice ARs for Attack-types. This style of combo can be used effectively to defeat [[Survival]] types such as [[Wolborg MS]] in many stadiums.
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* '''AR:''' Circle Upper ([[Death Gargoyle MS]])
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* '''WD:''' [[Circle Wide]]
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* '''RC:''' Grip Flat Core (Ultimate Version) ([[Dragoon MS UV]])
  
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Old mold Circle Upper has more [[survival]]. New mold Circle Upper has its own special use, with its "wobbling tendency." You can build a [[Wobbler]] combo with this AR. It is important to consider the usefulness of the new mold. [[Wobbling smash attack]] is very strong.
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=== Use in [[Wobbling]] Customization ===
  
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=== Use in [[Upper Attack]] Combos ===
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While wobbling is a strategy that is often difficult to implement effectively, this is one of the few ARs that makes it a viable strategy. You can combine it with a [[Survival]]-type core to beat other Survival-types. The [[Smash Attack]] gained from Wobbling, along with Circle Upper's innate [[Upper Attack]] and the Survival capabilities of its round shape make this a good strategy to attempt.
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Here is a basic use of an upper attack combo using Circle Upper.
 
  
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* '''AR:''' Circle Upper ([[Death Gargoyle MS]])
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* '''AR:''' Circle Upper ([[Death Gargoyle MS]])<nowiki>*</nowiki>
 
* '''WD:''' [[Circle Wide]]
 
* '''WD:''' [[Circle Wide]]
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* '''RC:''' Grip Flat Core [[Dragoon MS]]
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* '''RC:''' Bearing Core ([[Wolborg MS]])
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<nowiki>*</nowiki>''Select the first mould Circle Upper for more Survival ability, or the second mould for more [[Attack]] ability.''
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=== Shared [[Metal Frame]] ===
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The second mould of Circle Upper's Metal Frame is the same Metal Frame used in [[Samurai Changer MS]].
  
 
== Weight Disk (WD): Circle Heavy ==
 
== Weight Disk (WD): Circle Heavy ==
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* '''Weight:''' 3 grams
 
* '''Weight:''' 3 grams
  
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The Running Core of [[Death Gargoyle MS]] is Metal Change Core. This tip is built on a special type of angle. When the Beyblade is standing up straight, it rests on the sharp part of the tip and is in survival mode. Survival mode can spin for a very long time (over four minutes). When it is put onto an angle, it is in attack mode. Its movement speed in attack mode is very fast; the same as Metal Flat Core ([[Advance Striker]]). Also, this core is very short; the same height as Flat Core ([[Gaia Dragoon MS]]). This makes it very easy to use [[Upper Attack]].
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Metal Change Core has its roots early in the life of Beyblade, with the first incarnation being [[Driger S]]'s SG Metal Change Base. Since then, the tip was also used in [[Driger V2]] and [[Gigars]], but the Metal Change Core has the best implementation of it to date.
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The design of the Metal Change Core is that there is a small metal tip on the end. At the very center of the tip it comes to a point, and all of the area of the tip surrounding the point is broad and flat. If the Beyblade is level to the angle of the stadium, it stands on the sharp tip and is stationary ([[Survival]] mode). If the Beyblade is on an angle to the stadium, it will stand on the broad portion of the tip and move quickly around the stadium ([[Attack]] mode). Metal Change Core's Attack mode is about the same speed as [[Advance Striker]]'s Metal Flat Core.
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Another great advantage of Metal Change Core is its size. Its low height compliments the function of Circle Upper very well by allowing it to get under the opposing Beyblade and perform [[Upper Attack]].
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=== Using Metal Change Core With [[Sliding Shoot]] ===
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When you shoot Metal Change Core using [[Sliding Shoot]], the Beyblade will move in a flower pattern through the center of the stadium, switching between [[Attack]] and [[Survival]]. This works very well for beating Beyblades that spend most of their time at the center of the stadium.
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=== Use in [[Compact]] Customization ===
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Metal Change Core is a short, small part with both the sharpest tip available and the ability to move very quickly for [[Attack]]-mode. This makes it the perfect candidate for a Compact combo.
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*'''AR:''' Metal Ape ([[Magical Ape MS]])
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*'''WD:''' CWD Defense Ring ([[Sea Dragon]])
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*'''RC:''' Metal Change Core ([[Death Gargoyle MS]])
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=== Use in [[Upper Attack]] Customization ===
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Upper Attack combos work very well with high [[spin velocity]] parts. The same attributes that make this part a perfect candidate for [[Compact]] customization also apply to Upper Attack. Although [[Death Gargoyle MS]] uncustomized can work fine for this, you can also try this combo for something with more [[Survival]] and spin velocity.
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*'''AR:''' Advance Attacker ([[Advance Striker]])
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*'''WD:''' CWD Defense Ring ([[Sea Dragon]])
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*'''RC:''' Metal Change Core ([[Death Gargoyle MS]])
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== Other Versions ==
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* [[Death Gargoyle MS]] - [[HMS Random Booster ACT 2]] Version (Red)
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* [[Death Gargoyle MS]] - [[HMS Random Booster ACT 3]] Version (Purple)
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* [[Death Gargoyle MS]] - [[HMS Random Booster ACT 3]] Version (Light Blue)
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==Gallery==
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====Death Gargoyle MS - Original Version====
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Image:Dems sticker.jpg|Takara sticker sheet
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Image:DEMS8.jpg|Hasbro sticker sheet
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Image:DEMS1.jpg|Circle Upper attack ring without stickers.
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Image:DEMS2.jpg|Circle Upper attack ring.
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Image:DEMS3.jpg|Hasbro Dark Effigy MS parts.
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Image:DEMS4.jpg|Top view
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Image:DEMS5.jpg|3/4 view
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Image:DEMS6.jpg|Side view
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Image:DEMS7.jpg|Bottom view
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There are many ways to shoot this Beyblade. Into attack mode, into survival mode, survival to attack. One should experiment the different ways of it. One of the best ways to use this tip is with [[Sliding Shoot]]. This works great against [[Survival]]-type Beyblades. [[Death Gargoyle MS]] will zoom around the stadium, striking through the center every time. This will hit [[Survival]]-type Beyblades hard. Also, movement speed in this form is between attack mode and survival mode. It is balanced out. It will have good attack and survival at once.
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====Death Gargoyle MS - Red Version====
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Image:RedDEMS1.jpg|Red DEMS re-color from RBA2, top view.
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Image:RedDEMS2.jpg|Red DEMS re-color from RBA2, bottom view.
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</gallery>
  
 
== Overall ==
 
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[[Death Gargoyle MS]] was the first HMS Beyblade to be released with an AR focused entirely on [[upper attack]]. To this day, [[Death Gargoyle MS]] continues to be one of the strongest Beyblades ever made. Its AR has fine use for attack customizations. Its RC is good for [[Balance]]-types and [[Compact|Compacts]]. Also, this Beyblade is great for training shooting techniques. All Beybladers have to have this Beyblade. It will be enjoyed by any kind of player.
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[[Death Gargoyle MS]] has been a long-standing favorite of Bladers simply due to its versatility. No part is wasted, and it can be used with great results either uncustomized or by using its parts with others. Death Gargoyle MS is Beyblade in many forms; you can use many playing styles simply with this Beyblade. It is also a great Beyblade to practice your shooting with. However, as great as all of it is, Circle Upper is simply one of the most powerful ARs ever made, and it is worth owning just for it. '''Every Blader should own multiples of this Beyblade.'''
  
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[[Category:Must-buy Beyblades]]

Latest revision as of 00:08, 29 August 2014

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Death Gargoyle MS (Metal Scream)
DEMS.jpg
Number: MA-04
System: HMS
Type: Balance
Languages: English|français|italiano


Name Changes

Death Gargoyle MS was released by Hasbro as Dark Effigy MS.

Bit Protector (BP): Gargoyle Emblem

The Bit Protector of this Beyblade is Gargoyle Emblem. It is the first mould version of Bit Protectors.

Attack Ring (AR): Circle Upper

  • Weight: 20 grams

Circle Upper is one of the most useful ARs available. This usefulness is due to the unique shape of its Metal Frame; it is an almost perfect circle shape that completely surrounds the outside of the AR, with two large, deep slopes on either side that are used for Upper Attack. Although it has some Smash Attack ability and Force Smash in left spin, these traits are negligible when compared to the effectiveness of its Upper Attack.

Because of the round shape of Circle Upper, many hits will not be incredibly effective against it. There are very few points of contact for another AR to latch onto during a hit, generally causing the Beyblade attacking Circle Upper to take the majority of the damage.

Circle Upper is the second widest HMS AR available (The widest being Samurai Changer MS's Samurai Upper) Because of this, it has one of the widest attack range of all HMS ARs. While not as much of an advantage in Tornado Balance Type S, in wider stadiums where making early contact is crucial, the extra range can mean the difference between winning or losing.

A point of note is the weight distribution on Circle Upper; because there is no metal near the center, only along the outside rim, all of the weight is focused there. This will generally lead to an AR with poor balance, and placing it on a tall RC will cause wobbling. However, there are two ways to negate this disadvantage:

  • The most popular combos with Circle Upper generally use very low RCs, e.g. Dragoon MS's Grip Flat Core, so the poor balance is generally not an issue.
  • There are combos you can build where this poor balance can be used as an advantage, which is discussed on this page.

In contrast to the Metal Frame, the ABS Caul mostly serves to be a cradle for the Bit Protector. Most of the contact with the opposing Beyblade will be with the Metal Frame, another one of Circle Upper's great advantages.

Circle Upper has very few disadvantages and many advantages, and this is why it is one of the most-used ARs of all time.

Mould Differences

There was a change made to the mould of Circle Upper's Metal Frame. The change was first employed at the release of HMS Random Booster ACT 3, and was also released by Hasbro. The second mold has a Metal Frame that is reinforced along the entire Upper Attack slope. The result is that it is significantly thicker and weighs more. This does alter the balance so that it is even more prone to wobbling. The previous mould is lighter and has better Survival capability. These moulds are referred to as "first mould" and "second mould", respectively. You can select one or the other depending on your strategy.

Use in Upper Attack Customization

Death Gargoyle MS's Circle Upper and Samurai Changer MS's Samurai Upper dominated as the top choice ARs for Attack-types. This style of combo can be used effectively to defeat Survival types such as Wolborg MS in many stadiums.

Use in Wobbling Customization

While wobbling is a strategy that is often difficult to implement effectively, this is one of the few ARs that makes it a viable strategy. You can combine it with a Survival-type core to beat other Survival-types. The Smash Attack gained from Wobbling, along with Circle Upper's innate Upper Attack and the Survival capabilities of its round shape make this a good strategy to attempt.

*Select the first mould Circle Upper for more Survival ability, or the second mould for more Attack ability.

Shared Metal Frame

The second mould of Circle Upper's Metal Frame is the same Metal Frame used in Samurai Changer MS.

Weight Disk (WD): Circle Heavy

See Circle Heavy.

Running Core (RC): Metal Change Core

  • Weight: 3 grams

Metal Change Core has its roots early in the life of Beyblade, with the first incarnation being Driger S's SG Metal Change Base. Since then, the tip was also used in Driger V2 and Gigars, but the Metal Change Core has the best implementation of it to date.

The design of the Metal Change Core is that there is a small metal tip on the end. At the very center of the tip it comes to a point, and all of the area of the tip surrounding the point is broad and flat. If the Beyblade is level to the angle of the stadium, it stands on the sharp tip and is stationary (Survival mode). If the Beyblade is on an angle to the stadium, it will stand on the broad portion of the tip and move quickly around the stadium (Attack mode). Metal Change Core's Attack mode is about the same speed as Advance Striker's Metal Flat Core.

Another great advantage of Metal Change Core is its size. Its low height compliments the function of Circle Upper very well by allowing it to get under the opposing Beyblade and perform Upper Attack.

Using Metal Change Core With Sliding Shoot

When you shoot Metal Change Core using Sliding Shoot, the Beyblade will move in a flower pattern through the center of the stadium, switching between Attack and Survival. This works very well for beating Beyblades that spend most of their time at the center of the stadium.

Use in Compact Customization

Metal Change Core is a short, small part with both the sharpest tip available and the ability to move very quickly for Attack-mode. This makes it the perfect candidate for a Compact combo.

Use in Upper Attack Customization

Upper Attack combos work very well with high spin velocity parts. The same attributes that make this part a perfect candidate for Compact customization also apply to Upper Attack. Although Death Gargoyle MS uncustomized can work fine for this, you can also try this combo for something with more Survival and spin velocity.

Other Versions

Gallery

Death Gargoyle MS - Original Version

  • Takara sticker sheet

  • Hasbro sticker sheet

  • Circle Upper attack ring without stickers.

  • Circle Upper attack ring.

  • Hasbro Dark Effigy MS parts.

  • Top view

  • 3/4 view

  • Side view

  • Bottom view

Death Gargoyle MS - Red Version

  • Red DEMS re-color from RBA2, top view.

  • Red DEMS re-color from RBA2, bottom view.

Overall

Death Gargoyle MS has been a long-standing favorite of Bladers simply due to its versatility. No part is wasted, and it can be used with great results either uncustomized or by using its parts with others. Death Gargoyle MS is Beyblade in many forms; you can use many playing styles simply with this Beyblade. It is also a great Beyblade to practice your shooting with. However, as great as all of it is, Circle Upper is simply one of the most powerful ARs ever made, and it is worth owning just for it. Every Blader should own multiples of this Beyblade.

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