Merge (M)

Bit

Balance 3.4 g

1st Place Rate

31.6%

Win Share

0.4%

Usage

0.4%

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Merge Overview

Merge is a balance bit with a flat rubber ring around a plastic sharp point, and it was the first bit with 18 gears. Launched flat it spins calmly on the plastic point in the center; get tilted or knocked and the rubber grabs the floor for a violent burst of speed.

Strengths

+ Genuine dual mode: quiet center spin that turns into rubber-driven aggression when disturbed
+ 18 gears plus rubber grip produce one of the fastest Xtreme Dashes around
+ Punishes attackers that bump it by counter-charging
+ Heavy for a bit at 3.4 grams

Weaknesses

− Rubber friction and 18 gears drain stamina very quickly once it starts moving
− Loses a pure outspin battle to any real stamina bit
− Its explosive mode change can be unpredictable and self-KO

Merge shipped on SamuraiCalibur 6-70M and StormSpriggan 2-70M, and it prefers balance or attack blades on low-to-mid ratchets rather than tall ones that amplify its instability. Launch flat and let opponents trigger the rubber counterattack, or tilt slightly to go aggressive from the start. In a 3v3 it is a wildcard slot that turns defensive matchups into brawls.