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'''Note:''' Since this article was published, significant new and more accurate information has come to light, and as a result, this article must be updated. Please do not take all of the information here as the truth, as more extensive testing on the parts of this Beyblade has since provided information which conflicts with and/or expands upon the understanding of these parts this article was based upon. Updates will be posted on the main page when completed.<br><br>
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{{Beybox
 
{{Beybox
 
| image = DrigerV2.jpg
 
| image = DrigerV2.jpg
 
| full item name = Driger Vulcan 2
 
| full item name = Driger Vulcan 2
 
| item number = A-75
 
| item number = A-75
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| beyblade system = [[5-Layer]]/[[Magnacore]]
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| beyblade system = [[5-Layer]]/[[Magnecore]]
 
| beyblade type = [[Balance]]
 
| beyblade type = [[Balance]]
 
| starter or booster =  
 
| starter or booster =  
 
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== Takara/Hasbro Difference ==
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== Mold Differences ==
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The [[Hasbro]] version has reinforced plastic making it more durable than the [[Takara]] version. The Hasbro version also comes with darker decals.
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There are two molds of both the Attack Ring and Support Parts, the later molds (used in all [[Hasbro]] releases as well as later [[Takara]] releases, including the Red Version) are reinforced, with extra plastic under the outer edge of the AR and the at beginning of the slopes of the SP, connecting them to the base. Generally, the second mold parts are preferred, as they are less prone to breakage. There is also a mold of the Blade Base with a completely sharp metal tip, though it is quite rare.
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The [[Hasbro]] version also features darker decals.
  
 
== Attack Ring (AR): Upper Claw ==
 
== Attack Ring (AR): Upper Claw ==
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* '''Weight:''' 7 grams
 
* '''Weight:''' 7 grams
  
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The AR of [[Driger V2]] ws built for [[Upper Attack]] by having two upper attack ramp points. One problem with this AR is that the tiger heads on Upper Claw reduces the chances of the upper attack since they get in the way of the lift, but upper attack is still possible. With an attack surface that dips to the level of the weight disc, it it is able to perform an upper attack by lifting the opposing blade. However, the rather shallow lifting curve severely limits the lifting potential of this AR, and was generally outclassed by other upper attackers. However, the amount of upper attack on this AR can be improved by combination with its SP Upper Attack. It would be unwise to use this AR without the Upper Attack SPs.<br>
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The Attack Ring of Driger V2 consists of two tiger heads, followed by long slopes that reach down to the level of the weight disk, consistent with the desired properties for [[Upper Attack]].
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The tiger heads are quite large and sometimes obstruct the slopes, reducing their ability to get under opponents. They also produce some [[Smash Attack]] in left spin, but there are a great number of better options. The angle of the slopes change at two points, and this introduces a certain amount of Upward Smash (that is, [[Smash Attack]] that hits at an angle from below, smashing, rather than lifting, the opponent upwards).  
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The rather shallow lifting curves, combined with the obstructions, limit the lifting potential of this AR, and by itself is generally outclassed by other [[Upper Attack]] ARs.
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However, this AR is almost always used in unison with its respective Support Parts, Upper Attack SP, which greatly improve its abilities. When combined, the small gap where the AR and SP meet, as well as the points on the AR where the angle of the slope changes, provide the impacts needed to KO opponents once they have been lifted off the stadium floor.
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There is one further limitation of Upper Claw with respect to [[Upper Attack]]: it is only effective in Right Spin, unlike [[Master Dragoon|Upper Dragoon]] and [[Dranzer GT|Triangle Wing]], which have effective slopes in both spin directions.
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Due to the limitations of its design as a stand-alone part, this AR should not be used without Upper Attack SP.
  
 
== Weight Disk (WD): Ten Balance ==
 
== Weight Disk (WD): Ten Balance ==
 
See [[Balance Weight Disks | Ten Balance]]
 
See [[Balance Weight Disks | Ten Balance]]
  
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== Spin Gear (SG): Neo Right SG ([[S-MG Core]]) ==
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== Spin Gear (SG): Neo Right SG (Metal Weight Version) ==
 
See [[Spin Gear#V and V2 Series Spin Gears | Neo Right SG]]
 
See [[Spin Gear#V and V2 Series Spin Gears | Neo Right SG]]
  
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== Support Part(SP): Upper Attack ==
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== Support Part (SP): Upper Attack SP==
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* '''Weight:''' 4 grams
  
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* '''Weight:''' 4 grams
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As the name indicates, Upper Attack SP hang very low, and have a well shaped slope for lifting opponents. The main use of these SP is in tandem with the Upper Claw AR, where the two line up perfectly, doubling the length of the upper attack slope, and allowing it to begin at a lower height than any Attack Ring. This allows Upper Attack SP to easily get under opposing Beyblades and lift them.
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While usually used with Upper Claw, the Upper Attack SP can even be functional by themselves, by using a small Attack Ring such as [[Polta|Polta's]] Try Cutter and a compact Weight Disk such as [[Heavy Weight Disks|10 Heavy]].
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The low height of these SP comes at a cost, however. They are well known for scraping along the stadium floor on shorter bases or when launched at a sharp angle, which often must be done to get aggressive movement out of Customize Change Base. As such, it is best to use them with taller bases, although they will still cause scraping issues as the beyblade they are used on loses balance.
  
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Upper Attack is the heaviest SP. Like with its AR Upper Claw, it is built for Upper Attack because of its ramp like shape. The problem with Upper Claw was that it was built for upper attack, but it wasn't steep enough on its own to have an efficient upper attack. It was solved when it was used with the Upper Attack SP which is twice as long as the AR's slopes. When used together, the SP would extend the Beylade's overall slopes or ramps by 200% allowing for an efficient upper attack.<br>
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These SP can be inverted like many others, but doing so requires a [[Heavy Weight Disks |6 Heavy Weight Disk]], and is not particularly useful.
  
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The Upper Attack can also be inverted like other SPs, but it requires either a [[Heavy Weight Disks | Heavy (WD)]] or a [[Balance Weight Disks | Balance (WD)]] to use it.
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Upper Attack SP are also considered by some to be more useful for [[Smash Attack]] than the more popular [[Draciel V2|Fin Tectors]]. While conventionally used with Upper Claw for [[Upper Attack]], they can be used in [[Smash Attack]] customizations to good effect, though one must be very wary of possible scraping issues, as well as obstruction of contact points that may occur due to their large size and round sides.
  
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===Use in [[Upper Attack]] Combinations===
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===Use in [[Upper Attack]] Customization===
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Unlike with Upper Claw on the other hand, the Upper Attack SP can be efficient on its own not relying on another part. Since Upper Claw is a support part, it has the advantage over Upper Attack ARs in terms of having a lower starting ramp point. Because of this, the SP can serve as the main point of attack instead of having the AR do that. Here is an example of how the Upper Attack SPs can be used on its own without the AR being the main attack part.
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Upper Claw and Upper Attack SP work together to provide excellent [[Upper Attack]], and the low starting point of the slopes of Upper Attack SP means that they are able to lift even the lowest of opponents, even on relatively tall bases such as [[Dragoon V2|Customize Grip Base]]. This allows the use of an extremely fast Blade Base and an HMC in the same combination, something which other [[Upper Attack]] ARs are unable to do without sacrificing some of their ability to get under opponents.
  
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* '''AR:''' Trycutter ([[Polta]])
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* '''AR:''' Upper Claw ([[Driger V2]])
 
* '''WD:''' [[Heavy Weight Disks | Ten Heavy]]
 
* '''WD:''' [[Heavy Weight Disks | Ten Heavy]]
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* '''SG:''' SG Right ([[Dranzer S]])
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* '''SG:''' [[Spin Gear#V and V2 Series Spin Gears | Neo Right SG]] (Heavy Metal Core)
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* '''SG Shaft:''' Full Auto Clutch ([[Driger F]])*
 
 
* '''SP:''' Upper Attack ([[Driger V2]])
 
* '''SP:''' Upper Attack ([[Driger V2]])
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* '''BB:''' Customize Grip ([[Dragoon V2]])
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* '''BB:''' Customize Grip Base ([[Dragoon V2]])
  
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In order to focus on attacking with the support part only, smaller parts aside from the SP and BB must be used thus the reasoning for the use of a small AR such as Try Cutter ([[Polta]]). A Ten Heavy is used because it is fairly compact with a reasonable amount of weight to control the SG. The SG uses the shaft from [[Driger F]] because it is fast.  
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Ten Heavy and the HMC both maximise the ability to maintain a high RPM, and Customize Grip Base offers good grip and excellent speed, even with a centralised weight distribution, increasing the ability of the AR and SP to knock opponents out after lifting them. This results in a very powerful  [[Upper Attack]] combination that can be used with great success against a wide variety of opponents.
  
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''* '''Note''' refer to [[Dragoon V2#Adding_a_Different_SG|Adding a Different SG]] if you do not know how to setup the SG.''<p>
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== Blade Base (BB): Customize Change Base ==
  
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== Blade Base (BB): Customize Change ==
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* '''Weight:''' 7 grams
  
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* '''Weight:''' 7 grams
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Customize Change Base is the updated version of Metal Change Base ([[Driger S]]). It still has a similar Metal Change tip that allows it switch modes depending on the angle the tip is shot at, however, Customize Change Base's tip is slightly sharper, resulting in less aggressive movement.
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Customize Change Base also weighs 2 grams more, and is compatible with Support Parts, most notably the suitably compact [[Voltaic Ape|Defense Ring]]. However, it is also taller, and this increased height means its predecessor is generally preferred for use in [[Compact]] customization. However, Customize Change Base is still a good choice, especially if one is put off by the more aggressive movement of Metal Change Base, but still wants the [[Survival]] provided by a metal tip.
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There is also a rare mold with a completely sharp tip. The increased ability to maintain RPM gives it better [[Defense|Defensive]] ability. This mold finds good use in defensive [[Compact|Compacts]], though one must be wary as using it results in a combination with no [[Attack]] ability, limiting the versatility that makes [[Compact]] customs so powerful.
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===Use in [[Compact]] Customization===
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While generally outshone by Metal Change Base, Customize Change Base does still find use in [[Compact|Compacts]], though the only suitable support part is [[Voltaic Ape|Voltaic Ape’s ]]Defense Ring. The less aggressive performance may appeal to some who are put off by the aggressive behaviour of Metal Change Base, but still wish to benefit from the added survival ability of a metal tip.
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The following is an example of a compact which focuses on the unique abilities of Customize Change Base:
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* '''AR:''' War Lion ([[Galeon]])
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* '''WD:''' [[Heavy Weight Disks | Ten Heavy]]
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* '''SG:''' [[Spin Gear#V and V2 Series Spin Gears | Neo Right SG (HMC)]]
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* '''SP:''' Defense Ring ([[Voltaic Ape]])
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* '''BB:''' Customize Change Base
  
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The Customize Change BB is the updated version of SG Metal Change ([[Driger S]]). It still has the same metal change tip that allows it switch modes depending on the angle the tip is at. The main difference is that it is taller, weighs 2 grams more, and has the ability to have an SP with it which determines its uses. Though it might seem ideal for [[compact]] customization since more significant weight can be added on, it is not since the BB is taller which causes it to lose balance more and that most of the smaller, compact SPs are not shaped roundly to be [[compact]] for this kind of customization. Despite having more features, it doesn't outshine Metal Change Base (Driger S).
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Any mold of the base will work well with this customization, though Metal Change Base is generally a better choice than more aggressive variants. War Lion is chosen over other AR options to further focus the Defensive abilities of the customization.
  
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Another main problem with this BB is the general height of it when used with the Upper Attack SPs. Even though it is taller than Metal Change Base (Driger S), the Upper Attack SP often touches the stadium or tornado ridges when in attack mode causing it to lose spin.
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==Uncustomized Performance==
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One thing that Driger V2 is notorious for is its ability to perform extremely well uncustomized. While it is greatly enhanced by the addition of 10 Heavy and a Heavy Metal Core, it is one of the most balanced and powerful uncustomized Beyblades ever released, owing to the great synergy of Upper Claw and Upper Attack SP, a well balanced base, and the decent defensive ability that comes from its relatively heavy weight. Traditionally, the Beyblading community was split between [[Dranzer V2]] or [[Driger V2]] being the best uncustomized Beyblade from the hugely popular V2 series. While there has never been one true answer, an uncustomized Driger V2 is still a viable competitive choice to this day.
  
 
== Other Versions ==
 
== Other Versions ==
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* [[Driger V2]] - [[Fukubako Box 2003]] Version (Red)
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* [[Driger V2]] - Fukubako Box 2003 Version (Red)
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
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====Driger V2 - Original Version (Second Mold)====
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
 
Image:DriV2 1.jpg|Top view
 
Image:DriV2 1.jpg|Top view
 
Image:DriV2 2.jpg|3/4 view
 
Image:DriV2 2.jpg|3/4 view
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Image:DriV2 3.jpg|Side view1
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Image:DriV2 3.jpg|Side view - 1
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Image:DriV2 4.jpg|Side view2
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Image:DriV2 4.jpg|Side view - 2
 
Image:DriV2 5.jpg|Bottom view
 
Image:DriV2 5.jpg|Bottom view
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Image:DriV2 6.jpg|Upper Claw attack ring
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Image:DriV2 6.jpg|Upper Claw Attack Ring
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Image:DriV2 7.jpg|Upper Attack support part
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Image:DriV2 7.jpg|Upper Attack Support Parts
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Image:Drigerv2 sticker sheet.png|Sticker sheet
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====Driger V2 - Fukubako Box 2003 Version (Red)====
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Image:Drigerv2Red10.jpg‎|Top View
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Image:Drigerv2Red1.jpg‎|3/4 View
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Image:Drigerv2Red2.jpg|Bottom View
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Image:Drigerv2Red-4.jpg‎|Side View - 1
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Image:Drigerv2Red-3.jpg‎|Side View - 2
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Image:Drigerv2-Red 5.jpg‎|Upper Claw Attack Ring
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Image:10 Wide.jpg|10 Wide Weight Disk
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Image:Drigerv2Red6.jpg‎|Neo Spin Gear - Metal Weight
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Image:Drigerv2Red8.jpg‎|Upper Attack Support Parts Top View
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Image:Drigerv2-Red_7.jpg‎|Upper Attack Support Parts Top View
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Image:Drigerv2Red9.jpg‎|Customize Change Base
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
 
== Overall ==
 
== Overall ==
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Driger V2 uncustomized is a very balanced Beyblade. It can go on the offense, the defense, or even try to out last the opposing Beyblade all depending on how it is launched. Although the Upper Claw AR is considered inferior to Triple Claw ([[Driger G]]), it still has its uses with its Upper Attack SP. This is a very unique Beyblade, but it's worth buying on a moderate level.
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Driger V2 is famed for its ability to defeat a wide range of opponents with little to no customization. While its parts aren’t extremely powerful individually, they work excellently together, and can be used in a variety of customisations. '''Driger V2 is a good choice for a first beyblade, and a very useful beyblade to own, albeit not a must-have.'''
  
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Latest revision as of 14:30, 24 August 2013

Note: Since this article was published, significant new and more accurate information has come to light, and as a result, this article must be updated. Please do not take all of the information here as the truth, as more extensive testing on the parts of this Beyblade has since provided information which conflicts with and/or expands upon the understanding of these parts this article was based upon. Updates will be posted on the main page when completed.

Driger Vulcan 2
DrigerV2.jpg
Number: A-75
System: 5-Layer/Magnecore
Type: Balance

Mold Differences

There are two molds of both the Attack Ring and Support Parts, the later molds (used in all Hasbro releases as well as later Takara releases, including the Red Version) are reinforced, with extra plastic under the outer edge of the AR and the at beginning of the slopes of the SP, connecting them to the base. Generally, the second mold parts are preferred, as they are less prone to breakage. There is also a mold of the Blade Base with a completely sharp metal tip, though it is quite rare.

The Hasbro version also features darker decals.

Attack Ring (AR): Upper Claw

  • Weight: 7 grams

The Attack Ring of Driger V2 consists of two tiger heads, followed by long slopes that reach down to the level of the weight disk, consistent with the desired properties for Upper Attack.

The tiger heads are quite large and sometimes obstruct the slopes, reducing their ability to get under opponents. They also produce some Smash Attack in left spin, but there are a great number of better options. The angle of the slopes change at two points, and this introduces a certain amount of Upward Smash (that is, Smash Attack that hits at an angle from below, smashing, rather than lifting, the opponent upwards). The rather shallow lifting curves, combined with the obstructions, limit the lifting potential of this AR, and by itself is generally outclassed by other Upper Attack ARs.

However, this AR is almost always used in unison with its respective Support Parts, Upper Attack SP, which greatly improve its abilities. When combined, the small gap where the AR and SP meet, as well as the points on the AR where the angle of the slope changes, provide the impacts needed to KO opponents once they have been lifted off the stadium floor.

There is one further limitation of Upper Claw with respect to Upper Attack: it is only effective in Right Spin, unlike Upper Dragoon and Triangle Wing, which have effective slopes in both spin directions.

Due to the limitations of its design as a stand-alone part, this AR should not be used without Upper Attack SP.

Weight Disk (WD): Ten Balance

See Ten Balance

Spin Gear (SG): Neo Right SG (Metal Weight Version)

See Neo Right SG

Support Part (SP): Upper Attack SP

  • Weight: 4 grams

As the name indicates, Upper Attack SP hang very low, and have a well shaped slope for lifting opponents. The main use of these SP is in tandem with the Upper Claw AR, where the two line up perfectly, doubling the length of the upper attack slope, and allowing it to begin at a lower height than any Attack Ring. This allows Upper Attack SP to easily get under opposing Beyblades and lift them.

While usually used with Upper Claw, the Upper Attack SP can even be functional by themselves, by using a small Attack Ring such as Polta's Try Cutter and a compact Weight Disk such as 10 Heavy.

The low height of these SP comes at a cost, however. They are well known for scraping along the stadium floor on shorter bases or when launched at a sharp angle, which often must be done to get aggressive movement out of Customize Change Base. As such, it is best to use them with taller bases, although they will still cause scraping issues as the beyblade they are used on loses balance.

These SP can be inverted like many others, but doing so requires a 6 Heavy Weight Disk, and is not particularly useful.

Upper Attack SP are also considered by some to be more useful for Smash Attack than the more popular Fin Tectors. While conventionally used with Upper Claw for Upper Attack, they can be used in Smash Attack customizations to good effect, though one must be very wary of possible scraping issues, as well as obstruction of contact points that may occur due to their large size and round sides.

Use in Upper Attack Customization

Upper Claw and Upper Attack SP work together to provide excellent Upper Attack, and the low starting point of the slopes of Upper Attack SP means that they are able to lift even the lowest of opponents, even on relatively tall bases such as Customize Grip Base. This allows the use of an extremely fast Blade Base and an HMC in the same combination, something which other Upper Attack ARs are unable to do without sacrificing some of their ability to get under opponents.

Ten Heavy and the HMC both maximise the ability to maintain a high RPM, and Customize Grip Base offers good grip and excellent speed, even with a centralised weight distribution, increasing the ability of the AR and SP to knock opponents out after lifting them. This results in a very powerful Upper Attack combination that can be used with great success against a wide variety of opponents.

Blade Base (BB): Customize Change Base

  • Weight: 7 grams

Customize Change Base is the updated version of Metal Change Base (Driger S). It still has a similar Metal Change tip that allows it switch modes depending on the angle the tip is shot at, however, Customize Change Base's tip is slightly sharper, resulting in less aggressive movement.

Customize Change Base also weighs 2 grams more, and is compatible with Support Parts, most notably the suitably compact Defense Ring. However, it is also taller, and this increased height means its predecessor is generally preferred for use in Compact customization. However, Customize Change Base is still a good choice, especially if one is put off by the more aggressive movement of Metal Change Base, but still wants the Survival provided by a metal tip.

There is also a rare mold with a completely sharp tip. The increased ability to maintain RPM gives it better Defensive ability. This mold finds good use in defensive Compacts, though one must be wary as using it results in a combination with no Attack ability, limiting the versatility that makes Compact customs so powerful.

Use in Compact Customization

While generally outshone by Metal Change Base, Customize Change Base does still find use in Compacts, though the only suitable support part is Voltaic Ape’s Defense Ring. The less aggressive performance may appeal to some who are put off by the aggressive behaviour of Metal Change Base, but still wish to benefit from the added survival ability of a metal tip. The following is an example of a compact which focuses on the unique abilities of Customize Change Base:

Any mold of the base will work well with this customization, though Metal Change Base is generally a better choice than more aggressive variants. War Lion is chosen over other AR options to further focus the Defensive abilities of the customization.

Uncustomized Performance

One thing that Driger V2 is notorious for is its ability to perform extremely well uncustomized. While it is greatly enhanced by the addition of 10 Heavy and a Heavy Metal Core, it is one of the most balanced and powerful uncustomized Beyblades ever released, owing to the great synergy of Upper Claw and Upper Attack SP, a well balanced base, and the decent defensive ability that comes from its relatively heavy weight. Traditionally, the Beyblading community was split between Dranzer V2 or Driger V2 being the best uncustomized Beyblade from the hugely popular V2 series. While there has never been one true answer, an uncustomized Driger V2 is still a viable competitive choice to this day.

Other Versions

  • Driger V2 - Fukubako Box 2003 Version (Red)

Gallery

Driger V2 - Original Version (Second Mold)

  • Top view

  • 3/4 view

  • Side view - 1

  • Side view - 2

  • Bottom view

  • Upper Claw Attack Ring

  • Upper Attack Support Parts

  • Sticker sheet

Driger V2 - Fukubako Box 2003 Version (Red)

  • Top View

  • 3/4 View

  • Bottom View

  • Side View - 1

  • Side View - 2

  • Upper Claw Attack Ring

  • 10 Wide Weight Disk

  • Neo Spin Gear - Metal Weight

  • Upper Attack Support Parts Top View

  • Upper Attack Support Parts Top View

  • Customize Change Base

Overall

Driger V2 is famed for its ability to defeat a wide range of opponents with little to no customization. While its parts aren’t extremely powerful individually, they work excellently together, and can be used in a variety of customisations. Driger V2 is a good choice for a first beyblade, and a very useful beyblade to own, albeit not a must-have.

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