Battle of Speed: How to Defeat Beerus in Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO

When it comes to challenging bonus battles in Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO, “A Battle of Speed! Defeat Beerus!” stands as one of the most frustrating and rewarding fights. Players are pitted against none other than Beerus, the God of Destruction, who possesses a lethal one-hit KO (OHKO) move that can seemingly occur at random moments. However, there’s a method to this madness, and with the right strategy, you can come out victorious.

In this guide, we’ll break down the best approach for defeating Beerus, detailing everything from the attack strategies to timing and how to avoid his OHKO attack. Plus, we’ll dive into the rewards you’ll earn and provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about this battle.

The Key to Defeating Beerus: Understand the OHKO Mechanic

The OHKO attack from Beerus feels incredibly unfair at first glance. He will instantly kill you with an attack that does a whopping 99,999 damage if he “gets bored.” But here’s the kicker: Beerus doesn’t get bored randomly. His OHKO move is triggered if you fail to deal enough damage in a specific window of time. In essence, this means that the battle has a hidden time limit, forcing you to consistently apply pressure and deal damage to avoid the OHKO attack.

Here’s how the mechanic works:

• Deal 20% damage every 30 seconds: You need to take out around two full health bars per minute. If you fail to do so, Beerus will declare that he’s “bored” and will instantly end the fight with his lethal move.
• Listen for the dialogue cues: Vegeta will warn you by saying, “Oh no… They’re getting bored!” exactly 10 seconds before the OHKO timer runs out. If Beerus says, “I’m bored. It’s time to end this!” then it’s already too late. You’ll need to restart.

Best Strategy for Dealing Damage

To consistently deal enough damage to Beerus, you need to focus on two key techniques: Sparking Mode and high-damage special attacks like Vegeta’s Final Flash.

Step-by-Step Strategy:

1. Start with Sparking Mode: Activate Sparking Mode as soon as possible. This mode boosts your attack power significantly, allowing you to deal damage more efficiently.
2. Spam Ki Blasts: While in Sparking Mode, spam Vegeta’s Ki blasts. These quick attacks will chip away at Beerus’s health, giving you the necessary damage to stay on pace.
3. Use Final Flash After Knocking Back Beerus: As Sparking Mode starts to run out, use Vegeta’s Final Flash. Make sure to knock Beerus back first to increase the likelihood of the attack hitting. Final Flash is a high-damage move and can take out large chunks of Beerus’s health.
4. Adapt to Beerus’s Sparking Mode: If Beerus enters Sparking Mode, switch your strategy. When he’s in this mode, he will dodge most Ki blasts, so rely on close-range combos instead.

Phase 1: The Trickiest Part

The opening moments of the battle are often the hardest. You need to:

• Quickly deal or take enough damage to earn a skill point.
• Find space to charge Ki for Sparking Mode.
• Prevent the first OHKO by dealing enough damage within the first 30 seconds.

A good approach is to use Final Flash as soon as you enter Sparking Mode. If it doesn’t connect, restart the battle, as the timings for this first phase are incredibly tight.

Bonus Tips for Success

• Galick Gun for Consistency: While Final Flash is powerful, Galick Gun is more reliable in some scenarios, particularly in the water. Beerus is less likely to dodge this attack, making it a safer option for consistent damage output.
• Take Advantage of Beam Struggles: Although difficult to time, if Beerus uses his Super move, you can engage in a beam clash with Galick Gun. Winning the beam clash will deal significant damage and buy you more time to avoid the OHKO.
• Positioning is Key: Getting Beerus into the water can be advantageous. Not only does it slow him down, but it also seems to trigger more beam struggles, allowing you to capitalize on Galick Gun spam and win clashes.

Rewards for Defeating Beerus

Completing the A Battle of Speed! Defeat Beerus! challenge comes with some fantastic rewards, which include:

• 30,000 Zeni: A generous sum of in-game currency.
• God of Destruction Training: A powerful item that significantly boosts your maximum health, giving you an edge in future battles.
• Unlock God vs. God Bonus Battle: Defeating Beerus unlocks the God vs. God Bonus Battle.
• Unlock Zamasu’s Greatest Mistake: Completing the God vs. God Bonus Battle will grant you access to Zamasu’s Greatest Mistake, another challenging fight that’s key for unlocking Bardock without spending Zeni.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why does Beerus randomly kill me?

Beerus’s OHKO attack isn’t random. It’s triggered when you fail to deal 20% damage every 30 seconds. If he says he’s “bored,” that means you didn’t deal enough damage in time.

2. What’s the best move to use against Beerus?

Vegeta’s Final Flash is one of the most powerful moves in the game and works well against Beerus. However, Galick Gun is also a strong option, especially in beam struggles or when Beerus is near water.

3. How do I know when Beerus is about to use his OHKO attack?

Vegeta will give a warning by saying, “Oh no… They’re getting bored!” This happens 10 seconds before Beerus uses his OHKO move. If Beerus says, “I’m bored. It’s time to end this!” then it’s already too late, and you’ll need to restart the fight.

4. How can I avoid Beerus dodging my attacks?

If Beerus is in Sparking Mode, he will automatically dodge most Ki blasts. During this phase, it’s best to rely on close-range combos or wait for his Sparking Mode to end before launching powerful attacks like Final Flash.

5. What do I get for defeating Beerus?

In addition to 30,000 Zeni, you’ll earn the God of Destruction Training item, which boosts your maximum health. You’ll also unlock the God vs. God Bonus Battle and, eventually, Zamasu’s Greatest Mistake, which is essential for unlocking Bardock without Zeni.