Unlocking characters in *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* is an intriguing journey, requiring special items known as Prototype Analyzers. These items are essential for unlocking every character in the game, except for the paid DLC characters. Our comprehensive *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* character unlock guide will walk you through obtaining Prototype Analyzers and introduce you to all the playable characters.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: How To Unlock Characters
Your journey begins with the first Prototype Analyzer, which you receive after completing the tutorial. This initial boost guides you to the Acer Program room. From there, exit through the passage to your right, leading you into 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 revisit this room and interact with the platform again, using additional Prototype Analyzers to unlock them. Note that DLC characters like Rachel and Hazama (available as of March 2025) are exceptions. These characters are automatically unlocked upon purchasing and installing their respective character packs.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: How To Get More Prototype Analyzers
*Entropy Effect* offers several methods to acquire more Prototype Analyzers, all of which require time and effort.
Progress the Story
As you advance through the game's story and complete training missions, you'll unlock gray skills. Reaching specific milestones will reward you with Prototype Analyzers:
- Unlocking 10 gray skills
- Unlocking 20 gray skills
- Unlocking 40 gray skills
Additionally, without giving away spoilers, completing a key event later in the story will automatically grant you another Prototype Analyzer. Note that unlocking green skills via Potential does not provide Prototype Analyzers. Unless developer 91Act introduces more skills or other ways to earn these items through story quests, you can only obtain three through this method.
Complete Mind Challenges and Spend AP
Another way to earn Prototype Analyzers is through the Mind Challenge mode. By speaking to the janitor, you can trade your accumulated AP for a Prototype Analyzer. However, this isn't a frequent option as each Prototype Analyzer costs 5,000 AP.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect: All Characters
As of March 2025, *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* features 12 characters, with 10 available in the base game and 2 as paid DLC. Here's a rundown of all the characters you can unlock using Prototype Analyzers:
Ragna the Bloodedge
Ragna is a melee fighter with a unique twist. He excels in close-range combat but gains power as his HP decreases. His special feature involves sacrificing health to enhance his abilities, then recovering some of it by siphoning from his opponents.
Jin Kisaragi
Jin is another melee fighter, specializing in sophisticated sword techniques and ice-based skills. He can freeze enemies and, with well-timed combos, boost his strength significantly while disorienting foes with super speed.
Noel Vermillion
Noel stands out with her ranged combat abilities. She can launch volleys of missiles in any direction and has a unique skill that reduces her cooldown timers. Moreover, her Over-Exhaust ability allows her to continue using skills even after her MP hits zero.
Taokaka
While Taokaka may struggle against heavily armored foes, her versatility in build options compensates for this. Her Spinny Spinny attack hits enemies multiple times and builds status effects, making almost any build viable for her.
Hakumen
Hakumen embodies the tank archetype, with slow but powerful attacks and a bulky frame ideal for withstanding enemy onslaughts. Successfully blocking attacks allows him to counter with reduced MP costs, and he can be equipped with a midair attack to tackle any enemy type.
Lambda-11
Lambda-11 excels in both close- and long-range combat. Her ability to continue damaging enemies passively and her versatility make her a formidable character in any combat scenario.
Kokonoe
Kokonoe is often considered one of the weaker characters in *Entropy Effect*, requiring meticulous management of lasers and crowd control effects. However, with the right damage-over-time build, she can be very effective.
Hibiki Kohaku
Hibiki excels in evasion and crowd control, keeping enemies at bay with ease. While he may not be the strongest, his ability to avoid damage makes him a valuable asset.
Es
Es is incredibly powerful even without unlocking potentials. She can counter after dodging, perform mid-air combos, and control crowds effectively, making her a versatile and strong character.
Mai Natsume
Mai has a high skill ceiling and can be challenging until you master her combos. Her Heavy Attack is a standout, but her true strength lies in chaining combos for maximum damage and mobility.
Rachel Alucard
Rachel is incredibly overpowered, with fast movements and the ability to reset her dodge, making her nearly untouchable. Her abilities cover a wide area, with one that's almost impossible to evade and stuns enemies, making her a top choice.
Hazama
Hazama requires a strategic approach, with his best moves needing precise inputs. While there's a steep learning curve, mastering his skills makes him one of the strongest characters in the game.
This guide covers all the characters in *BlazBlue Entropy Effect* and the methods to unlock them. *BlazBlue Entropy Effect is available now on PC.*
