Unlocking characters in *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* involves collecting items known as Prototype Analyzers, which are essential for accessing new fighters, with the exception of DLC characters that require payment. Our comprehensive guide dives into the methods for acquiring these crucial items and provides an overview of all the playable characters you can unlock.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: How To Unlock Characters
Your journey begins right after completing the tutorial, where you'll receive your first Prototype Analyzer. This initial boost guides you towards the Acer Program room's exit on your right, leading to a room with a glowing platform. Interact with this platform to access the character selection menu and choose your desired fighter.
Subsequent Prototype Analyzers will have you returning to this room to interact with the platform once more, enabling you to unlock additional characters. However, DLC characters like Rachel and Hazama, available as of March 2025, are automatically unlocked upon purchasing and installing their respective character packs.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: How To Get More Prototype Analyzers
*Entropy Effect* offers several ways to earn additional Prototype Analyzers, each requiring patience and progression:
Progress the story: As you advance through the game's narrative and complete training missions, you'll unlock gray skills. Reaching specific milestones—unlocking 10, 20, and 40 gray skills—rewards you with a Prototype Analyzer. Additionally, completing a significant event later in the story automatically grants you another. Note that unlocking green skills through Potential does not provide Prototype Analyzers. Unless developer 91Act introduces more skills or alternative methods through story quests, you're limited to obtaining three Prototype Analyzers this way.
Complete Mind Challenges and spend AP: Another avenue involves the Mind Challenge mode, where you earn AP points. You can trade these with the janitor, though acquiring a Prototype Analyzer isn't a frequent occurrence. Each one costs a hefty 5,000 AP.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: All Characters
As of March 2025, *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* boasts a roster of 12 characters, with 10 available in the base game and two additional through paid DLC. Here's a closer look at each character and how to unlock them using Prototype Analyzers:
Ragna the Bloodedge
Ragna is a melee fighter with a unique twist. He thrives in close-range combat but gains power as his HP decreases. His special ability allows him to sacrifice health for buffs, then siphon some of it back from his enemies.
Jin Kisaragi
Jin is another melee specialist, focusing on swordplay and ice-based skills. He can freeze opponents and, with well-timed combos, boost his strength significantly while also using super speed to confuse his adversaries.
Noel Vermillion
Noel excels in ranged combat, capable of launching missiles in any direction. She also has the ability to reduce her skill cooldowns and can continue using skills even after her MP hits zero with her Over-Exhaust ability.
Taokaka
Though Taokaka may struggle against heavily armored foes due to her lack of anti-armor abilities, her versatility shines through. With her Spinny Spinny attack, she can apply multiple hits and stack status effects, making her adaptable to various build strategies.
Hakumen
Hakumen embodies the tank archetype with his slow but powerful attacks. He's ideal for enduring enemy onslaughts, and his ability to counter at a reduced MP cost after blocking makes him a formidable opponent. Equip him with a midair attack to handle any enemy type effectively.
Lambda-11
Lambda-11 is versatile, excelling in both close and long-range combat. Her skills continue to damage enemies even when she's not directly attacking, making her a powerful asset in any combat situation.
Kokonoe
While Kokonoe is often considered one of *Entropy Effect*'s weaker characters due to her reliance on managing lasers and crowd control effects, she's still capable with the right damage-over-time build.
Hibiki Kohaku
Hibiki excels at evasion and crowd control, keeping enemies at bay. Though not the most powerful, his ability to avoid damage makes him a valuable addition to any team.
Es
Es is exceptionally powerful even without unlocking potentials. She can counter after dodging, execute mid-air combos, and utilize crowd-control abilities, making her a versatile and formidable fighter.
Mai Nastume
Mai has a high skill ceiling and can be challenging to master due to her complex combos. While her Heavy Attack is a significant draw, her true potential lies in stringing together combos for high damage and mobility.
Rachel Alucard
Rachel is incredibly powerful and fast, capable of resetting her dodge moves to evade enemy attacks easily. Her abilities cover a wide area, and one of them is nearly impossible for foes to dodge, making her a top choice for players.
Hazama
Hazama demands strategic play due to his complex, input-heavy moves. While mastering him requires effort, his potential as one of the game's strongest characters is undeniable.
That wraps up the guide on all the characters in *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* and how to unlock them. Dive into the game and start collecting those Prototype Analyzers to expand your roster!
*BlazBlue Entropy Effect is available now on PC.*
