Nanoblasts
Nanoblasting is the Beasts' racial ability. They can temporarily transform into a more animalistic and beastial form, improving their abilities in combat. This transformation is possible because of the extensive genetic modification that Beasts underwent in their creation. On Moatoob, the Beast home planet, there is a law against Nanoblasting in cities, as the Beasts are a hot-blooded and proud people, given to fighting. This law carries strict penalties.
Obtaining Nanoblasts
Beasts require a Blast Badge in order to transform. This is a kind of tattoo Beasts have on their arm, and different Blast Badges will result in different forms with different abilities. A Beast of at least Character Level 20 can purchase a Blast Badge for 10,000 Meseta in Lumilass (can be found on 3F of the Guardians Colony next to the Clothes Shop, recognizable by a pink sign).
Using the Nanoblast
When a Beast has a Blast Badge, the Damage Gauge below your character name and level will fill up as you take and deal damage in Missions, similar to the Photon Blast system in Phantasy Star Online.
PC controls: When full, the gauge will shine and pressing, by default, the Down and Right arrow keys together will then activate the Nanoblast.
360 controls: When full, the gauge will shine and pressing, by default, the X and Y buttons together will then activate the Nanoblast.
PS2 controls: When full, the gauge will shine. Then switch into a blank spot on your weapons palette, and press Triangle and Square as the appear to trigger the Nanoblast. Triangle and Square are used to attack simultaneously.
Some Advice: If using any Nanoblast except the Vunde Val (invincibility) tattoo, take note that Beasts are unable to use items whilst the Nanoblast is in effect. It is advisable to 1) make sure your HP is at max before activating the Nanoblast, and 2) perhaps have a Resta-user close by.
Blast Badges
| JP Name | EN Name | Description | Body Color | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ヴンデ・ヴァル | Vande Val | Blast Badge of "Invincibility". Awakens latent abilities, and renders enemy attacks ineffective. Since the strain that the Nanoblast places on the body is so heavy, it can only be used for a short time. | Blue | 35 seconds |
| アダカ・ヴァル | Adaka Val | Blast Badge of "Attack". Going by their ferocious instincts, the user pulverizes enemies with their bare hands using overwhelming force. | Red | 50 seconds |
| ボグオ・ヴァル | Boguo Val | Blast Badge of "Defense". With wonderful defense ability, the user does not flinch from a little damage and can attack without leaving themselves open. | Purple | 50 seconds |
| ズイド・ヴァル | Zuido Val | Blast Badge of "Quickness". Reaction rate is increased dramatically, all attacks hit, and enemy attacks can be evaded. | Yellow | 50 seconds |
External Links
- PSU-Wiki's article (Japanese)
