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| − | | full item name = Bistool
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| − | | beyblade system = [[4-Layer]]
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| − | | beyblade type = [[Balance]]
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| − | == Attack Ring (AR): Wing Cross ==
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| − | * '''Weight:''' 5 grams
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| − | Wing Cross is a strong AR because of its extremely evenly distributed weight, thin size, and smooth edges. It was previously commonly used among [[zombies]]/[[spin-stealers]] before becoming outclassed by other ARs, such as [[Galeon]]'s War Lion or [[Driger S]]'s Tiger Defense. Despite this, Wing Cross did not become obsolete.
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| − | Wing Cross stayed popular in the [[10bBistool]] combo, and also in some [[compact]] combos. This AR has many uses in [[balance]] and [[survival]] type combos.
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| − | === Use in First Generation [[Zombies]] ===
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| − | Wing Cross was used as an AR in [[first generation]] [[zombies]] (that is, before the [[S Series]] was released). It was used because of its balanced weight distribution, thin design, and because its projections (the attack spikes protruding from the AR) could be used to [[steal spin]], as they extended just beyond the reach of the [[Wide Survivor]] WD.
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| − | === IMPORTANT: Mold Variations ===
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| − | The mold variation of the Wing Cross AR is what makes it such a popular choice. While the [[Takara]] version of [[Bistool]], [[Gekiryu-oh]] and Ultimate Frostic Dranzer, along with the [[Hasbro]] versions of [[Gekiryu-oh]] and [[Ultimate Frostic Dranzer]] have thin spikes, the ends of [[Hasbro]] [[Bistool]]'s as well as [[Ultimate Frostic Dranzer]] spikes have been connected to the center of the AR, supposedly to prevent breaking. Because of this, [[Bistool]]'s as well as [[Ultimate Frostic Dranzer]]'s AR has become a far more popular choice than Gekiryu-oh's.
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| − | ''All of the references to Wing Cross following in this article (that is, excluding the use in [[zombie]] combos refer to Hasbro's refined mold, and not any other mold. While the performance of Wing Cross is still good in other molds, the new mold made this AR outrageously effective.''
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| − | === Use in [[Compact]] Combos ===
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| − | Wing Cross did find some use in [[compact]] Beyblades, particularly in a [[4-Layer]] combo using [[Draciel Metal Ball Defenser]]'s BB, Metal Ball Base.
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| − | * '''AR:''' Wing Cross ([[Bistool]])
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| − | * '''WD:''' [[Ten Heavy]]
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| − | * '''BB:''' Metal Ball Base ([[Draciel Metal Ball Defenser]])
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| − | This is the combo that was used by [[Noland]] in the [[North American Championships]].
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| − | Additionally, while not as prominent, it did find some use in the standard [[compact]] set:
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| − | * '''AR:''' Wing Cross ([[Bistool]])
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| − | * '''WD:''' [[Ten Heavy]]
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| − | * '''SG:''' [[Neo SG]] Right
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| − | * '''SG Core:''' Heavy Metal Core ([[Metal Driger]])
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| − | * '''BB:''' [[SG Semi-Flat]]
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| − | Although commonly [[Driger S]]'s Tiger Defense AR is used in this style of combos, Wing Cross has some use. However, because of its higher recoil, it can be a risky decision. Because of its thin frame and light, balanced weight, it doesn't interfere with the spin velocity increase gained from [[compact]] combos.
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| − | === Use in [[Balance]] Combos ===
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| − | Exchanging the [[Ten Heavy]] WD with a [[Ten Balance]] WD in the combos listed in the compact section will decrease its [[spin velocity]], but it will increase its [[survival]] abilities substantially. As a reference, here are the altered combos that will be very good as [[balance]] combos.
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| − | * '''AR:''' Wing Cross ([[Bistool]])
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| − | * '''WD:''' [[Ten Balance]]
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| − | * '''BB:''' Metal Ball Base ([[Draciel Metal Ball Defenser]])<br><br>
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| − | * '''AR:''' Wing Cross ([[Bistool]])
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| − | * '''WD:''' [[Ten Balance]]
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| − | * '''SG:''' [[Neo SG]] Right
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| − | * '''SG Core:''' Heavy Metal Core ([[Metal Driger]])
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| − | * '''BB:''' [[SG Semi-Flat]]
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| − | Additionally, one of the best balance combos, the [[10bBistool]], is discussed later on in this article.
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| − | == Weight Disk (WD): Heavy ==
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| − | See [[Heavy (WD)]].
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| − | == Blade Base (BB): Semi-Flat ==
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| − | See [[Semi-Flat]].
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| − | == How Bistool Changed the North American Scene: [[10bBistool]] ==
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| − | There is a very special and strong [[balance]] type combination that was discovered, primarily by [[Tamer Brad]] and [[Anubis]]. In fact, the only change from the original Bistool was the WD. The combo is:
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| − | * '''AR:''' Wing Cross
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| − | * '''WD:''' [[Ten Balance]]
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| − | * '''BB:''' [[Semi-Flat]]
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| − | This combo proved to be incredibly powerful as a balance type. In fact, at the [[OtC]] Tag Beybattle Revolution Tournament at Anime North in 2003, the entire tournament was won with [[10bBistool]]. The following test was performed by King of Darkness:
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| − | These tests were all done in [[Dranzer Flame Stadium]], 10bBistool vs [[Dranzer V2]], with Bistool always shot first:
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| − | * 1st match: Bistool wins by out-spin
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| − | * 2nd match: Bistool wins by pocketing [[Dranzer V2]]
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| − | * 3rd match: Bistool wins by out-spin
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| − | * 4th match: Bistool wins by pocketing Dranzer V2
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| − | * 5th match: Bistool wins (Bistool pocketed itself early in the match, but came back to the stadium floor and still out-spinned Dranzer V2)
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| − | * 6th match: Bistool wins by out-spin
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| − | * 7th match: Bistool wins by out-spin
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| − | * 8th match: Bistool wins by out-spin
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| − | * 9th match: Bistool wins by out-spin
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| − | * 10th match: Dranzer V2 wins by pocketing Bistool
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| − | So [[10bBistool]] won 9/10 matches, most by out-spinning Dranzer V2.
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| − | This Beyblade works particularly well against [[defense]] types and other balance types, who have a hard time defeating it. For general use, this combo can be used.
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| − | === Use of [[10bBistool]] in Final Matches ===
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| − | Official tournaments always held their final matches inside of a large stadium with a spinning center and no pockets. [[10bBistool]] is a great choice for this stadium for several reasons.
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| − | * The best way to defeat Bistool is to knock it out of the [[Beystadium]]. Because there are no pockets/wall openings inside this stadium, Bistool performs considerably well. [[Tamer Brad]] has won tournaments using 10bBistool in this stadium.
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| − | * Because the playing field is so large, it is hard to hit Bistool with its biggest weaknesses: a strong [[attack]] Beyblade. Also, because the Beyblade moves down a slope into the stadium, there is no way to aim to hit Bistool.
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| − | === How to Defeat [[10bBistool]] ===
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| − | There are two ways to beat a Bistool with ease.
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| − | * '''A Powerful [[Smash Attack]]/[[Upper Attack]] Beyblade:''' Because of [[10bBistool]]'s relatively low weight, it is quite easy to knock around. Smash attack will smash it into walls, into pockets, or out of the [[Beystadium]]. In a smaller stadium, such as [[Tornado Balance Type S]], or in the hands of a player who is good at predicting the opponent and good at aiming, this sort of Beyblade will make quick work of [[10bBistool]].
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| − | * '''A Pure [[Survival]] Type Beyblade:''' Because of [[10bBistool]]'s relatively low [[attack]] power, it cannot damage [[survival]] types with ease. A [[zombie]], [[spin-stealer]], or other pure [[survival]] type will manage against 10bBistool. Be warned however, that if the [[survival]] type Beyblade is not able to make a sufficient amount of contact with [[10bBistool]], the [[survival]] type will likely be out-spun.
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| − | == Other Versions ==
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| − | * [[Gekiryu-oh]]
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| − | * [[Ultimate Frostic Dranzer]]
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| − | == Overall ==
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| − | The discovery of Bistool's hidden power surprised -- and continues to surprise -- everyone who uses it or has it used against them. This Beyblade's parts have been used to win countless tournaments, which is truly a testament to how effective it can be in the right hands. Deceptively simple, this Beyblade can be used easily defeat players who do not understand its power. And all of this power comes from the re molded Wing Cross AR. '''Every player should own multiples of this Beyblade.'''
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