Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero – How to Enter Sparking Mode and Use It Effectively

Figuring out how to enter Sparking Mode in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero is going to be an essential step in becoming the best fighter in the game. While the game’s tutorial will explain the broad strokes of this feature, there are some aspects to know that could enhance your fighting capabilities.

Sparking Mode, as is dubbed in this new title, is not a new entry to the franchise. Previous titles have all featured the same in different capacities, but they offer the same potential and advantages. We’re going to show you not only how to enter Sparking Mode but also how to use it wisely!

What is Sparking Mode in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero?

Sparking Mode refers to the state you enter when you supercharge your Ki bars beyond their usual limit. You will know you are entering Sparking Mode when your character has a far more intense Ki charging animation and ends with a big shockwave.

You can also tell you are in this mode in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero by taking a look at your Ki bar; if it has electric currents running across the length, you’re now Sparking! The surrounding area will also darken and you will have a golden aura around you.

Sparking Mode in the game comes with several advantages and is one of the essentials of combat, just like deflecting Ki blasts and beams. However, some aspects of this mode have confused some players. While most can enter this mode during battle almost unconsciously, certain factors limit how many times you can use it.

Many other players are also unaware of the massive damage potential this mode presents. Instead of using it to fire off your Ultimate the first chance you get, there’s a much smarter way to go about making the most of Sparking Mode. With the right strategy, you can do as much damage as two Ultimate attacks with a single Sparking Mode meter!

How to Enter Sparking Mode?

To enter Sparking Mode, you will need to have at least one usable Skill Point. The number of Skill Points you have available is represented by the big number underneath the character’s health bar. The blue arc next to the number depicts the regeneration rate of your Skill Points. They will replenish automatically through the course of the battle.

Skill Points are used for a number of actions in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, such as transforming, fusing, performing beam deflections, and going into Sparking Mode. You need just one in your bank to enter Sparking Mode, but it will be used up the moment your meter is full, so be mindful of when you enter this mode.

How to Use Sparking Mode in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero?

Sparking Mode is when you can fire off your Ultimate attack. This move will be your most damaging attack, but there is a way to increase the overall damage you do when in Sparking Mode to win the battle. In your supercharged state, you are able to unleash a near-unending flurry of fists, which you can use to really rack up the combo counter.

These attacks can, at times, be avoided or countered, but you can quickly recover with a Revenge Counter of your own. Keep in mind these also require Skill Points, so you should ideally have a minimum of two in your bank to make this work. Charge attacks are also a good way to momentarily stun your opponent between these attacks so they can’t use High-Speed Movements between your attacks to evade.

While you can use all the melee attacks you want, avoid Ki Blasts, as you will drain your Sparking Mode meter quickly. Using a special attack such as Kamehameha will also instantly knock you out of Sparking Mode, so stick to close-quarters combat. Keep a close eye on the meter, as your attacks are going to deplete it a bit faster than normal. The goal is to be able to get off one last charged stun attack before the meter hits the final stretch.

As you notice your Sparking Mode about to end, it’s time to get off your Ultimate attack. Perform a charged stun attack on your opponent that you have locked into a beatdown, and then quickly set up your Ultimate. If all goes well, you would have dished out a boatload of damage and topped it off with your most damaging move.

You will return to regular mode and probably have very little Ki, but it’s worth the effort when you’ve decimated several health bars of your opponent. That’s how to get the most out of each Sparking Mode!

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