NICK54222 MUGEN: Reimu Hakurei (me) VS Dracula (OHMSBY)
11OHMSBY's new boss fighter Dracula was just released last weekend and some people have taken on the Belmont Clan's eternal arch-nemesis recently. Now it's time for the Blue Suns to take on the challenge!
Dracula fights similar to how he normally would. First off, he's got super armor, so grabs won't work on the count. His moves are mostly projectiles, such as Circular Fire, Flame Pillars, Dark Inferno, and Fatal Ray. But if you're too close, he'll swipe his cape to keep you away or use Dark Blaze. Of course, he's also got his Teleport, so you've really got to move around to fight back. But if you can last one round, Dracula will act differently in Round 2. His attacks will get stronger, and he'll use Lightning Crash often, limiting how far you could go unless you want to move past the shocks. Also, Fatal Ray hits you from above as Destruction Ray. Finally, just when you thought it's over, he'll begin charging up Demonic Megitto. This move is unblockable and makes all the work you did to get that far go to waste! Fortunately, he won't be able to counter you, so you're free to let loose on the attacks. Plus, if you're using an OHMBSY-styled fighter, the Astral Him will work on him once his life gets to 1/4 or below pending your burst isn't overheated.
I will admit I was disappointed that this fight didn't have Dracula transform into his bat demon form for his 2nd Phase. Then again, since he was in 3D, it would have taken longer, especially considering the process to get one set of 3D sprites to begin with. Fortunately, the added difficulty for Round 2 was a reasonable compromise.
Like with Marx, I chose to use a Nep Heart fighter on him. This time, I used Reimu against Dracula. And honestly, this was the easier boss because it was easier to hit. Considering how his pattern is based on the one from the Castlevania games, it's no surprise that attacking a lot when he's open is a good strategy. But I will admit I accidentally did the forward version of Hakurei Barrier sometimes instead of the standard one, which could reflect projectiles. I had to use the throne room stage in 1.1 for the bout, and it did make dodging certain attacks easier. However, I did give him the 1.0 Patch, so no intro sadly. Perhaps I could try with it for a rematch.
BTW, remember that poll I did the other day? A majority of you wanted Nothing to Lose, and that's the song we're using for this battle. And yes, I did pick the Smash remix. However, I may use the version from Symphony of the Night for Dance of Illusions.
Regardless, I hope you enjoy this video.
Characters used:
Reimu Hakurei (Nep Heart)
Dracula (OHMSBY)
Stage: Dracula's Throne Room by OHMSBY
BGM: Castlevania: Harmony of Despair - Nothing to Lose
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