Unlocking characters in *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* adds a unique twist to the game, requiring you to collect items known as Prototype Analyzers. Our comprehensive guide not only explains how to acquire these essential items but also details the full roster of playable characters you can unlock, excluding the DLC characters which are available for purchase.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: How To Unlock Characters
Your journey begins with the first Prototype Analyzer, which you receive upon completing the tutorial. This initial gift also provides you with a nudge on how to use it. To proceed, exit the Acer Program room through the passage on your right, leading you to a room with a glowing platform. Interact with this platform to access the character selection menu and choose your desired character.
For subsequent characters, you'll need to revisit this room and interact with the platform using additional Prototype Analyzers. Note that DLC characters, such as Rachel and Hazama as of March 2025, are exceptions. Once purchased and installed, these characters are automatically unlocked.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: How To Get More Prototype Analyzers
*Entropy Effect* offers multiple methods to earn more Prototype Analyzers, each requiring some dedication:
Progress the Story
As you advance through the story and complete training missions, you'll unlock gray skills, earning a Prototype Analyzer at key milestones:
- Unlocking 10 gray skills
- Unlocking 20 gray skills
- Unlocking 40 gray skills
Additionally, you'll automatically receive one after a pivotal story event. Note that unlocking green skills through Potential does not reward Prototype Analyzers. As of now, without further additions from developer 91Act, you can obtain only three via story progression.
Complete Mind Challenges and Spend AP
Another avenue is through Mind Challenge mode, where you earn AP (Action Points). You can then exchange these with the janitor for a Prototype Analyzer, though it's a costly endeavor at 5,000 AP per analyzer, making it less frequent.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: All Characters
As of March 2025, *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* features 12 characters, with 10 available in the base game and two as paid DLC. Here's a rundown of each character, excluding the DLC:
Ragna the Bloodedge
Ragna is your quintessential melee fighter with a unique twist. As a close-range attacker, he gains power as his HP decreases, using health to enhance his abilities and then siphoning it back from his opponents.
Jin Kisaragi
Jin specializes in melee combat with a focus on elegant swordplay and ice-based skills. His ability to freeze enemies, combined with well-timed combos, offers significant strength buffs and can disorient foes with bursts of speed.
Noel Vermillion
Noel shines in ranged combat, capable of launching missiles in any direction. Her unique ability to reduce skill cooldowns and use Over-Exhaust to continue casting even when MP is depleted makes her a versatile fighter.
Taokaka
While Taokaka may struggle against armored foes, her versatility in build options is unparalleled. Her Spinny Spinny attack allows for multiple hits and status effect accumulation, making her adaptable to various playstyles.
Hakumen
As a quintessential tank, Hakumen is slow but durable, perfect for withstanding enemy attacks. His counterattacks become more potent when blocking, and he can be equipped with a midair attack to tackle any adversary.
Lambda-11
Lambda-11 excels in both close and long-range combat, making her a versatile choice. Her ability to inflict ongoing damage even when not directly attacking adds to her prowess in any combat scenario.
Kokonoe
Kokonoe may be considered one of the weaker characters due to the need for precise management of lasers and crowd control. However, with the right damage-over-time build, she remains a formidable fighter.
Hibiki Kohaku
Hibiki excels in evasion and crowd control, making him ideal for managing groups of enemies. Though not the most powerful, his ability to avoid damage is a significant advantage.
Es
Es is a powerhouse even without unlocking potentials, capable of countering after dodging, executing mid-air combos, and controlling crowds effectively. Her versatility makes her a top-tier choice.
Mai Natsume
Mai has a high skill ceiling, challenging to master but rewarding. Her combos are key to maximizing damage and mobility, making her a dynamic character once you grasp her mechanics.
Rachel Alucard
Rachel is exceptionally powerful, with fast movements and the ability to reset dodges. Her area-wide attacks and near-unavoidable stunning abilities make her a dominant force on the battlefield.
Hazama
Hazama demands strategic play due to his complex skill inputs. While challenging to master, his potential as one of the game's strongest characters is unmatched once you understand his mechanics.
This guide covers all the characters in *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* and the methods to unlock them, ensuring you're well-equipped to build your dream team.
*BlazBlue Entropy Effect is available now on PC.*