Vital Shell Protocols & Special Abilities
Search 34 Vital Shell protocols and eight special abilities. Compare effects, shell restrictions, co-op flags and localized unlock requirements.
Protocols and special abilities have separate entries. Search an effect or unlock condition, and check the shell restriction and co-op flag before treating an entry as a candidate for your run.
42 records
| Ability | Type / restrictions | Effect | Unlock |
|---|---|---|---|
 Last Resort最后手段 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Increase Critical Strike proportional to missing health percentage. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Complete wave 20 with less than 10% HP. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Riposte反击 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | After blocking or dodging, gain a stacking Damage buff. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Avoid (Block or Dodge) 300 attacks in a single run. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Strike Reflex反射打击 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Critical strikes have a chance to grant a Special charge. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Eagle Eye鹰眼 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Grants a large damage bonus but incurs a penalty for each enemy within short range. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Deal 200,000 damage with a long range weapon in a single run. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Brawler格斗家 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Increases damage for each enemy within short range. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Deal 200,000 damage with a short range weapon in a single run. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Revive复活 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Grants a second life. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Enter battle and suffer defeat as Koenig. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Conflagration烈火 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Enemies felled while burning spread the effect to nearby enemies. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Deal 300,000 Burn damage in a single run. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Mirror Image镜像 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Automatically dodge the first three attacks that would deal damage each wave. Gain a damage buff while stacks remain. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Complete a mirror match run, e.g. defeat Corrupt Bloodfang while playing as Bloodfang. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Reactive Armor反应装甲 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Armor explodes upon taking damage, deals force damage. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Take 3000 damage in a single run. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Drain汲取 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Chance to restore life upon felling enemies. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Flee逃离 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Adds an additional boost charge. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Boost 150 times in a single run. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Chaotic Strike混沌打击 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Periodically strikes enemies with powerful lightning, deals elemental damage. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Deal 200 damage in a single attack with an Elemental weapon. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Earth Shatter地裂 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Periodically strikes enemies with a meteor, deals physical damage. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Fell 25 enemies with a single attack. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Incinerate焚化 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Enemies felled by critical strikes leave behind pools of fire. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Stability Core稳定核心 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Accumulate Potency while stationary, resets each wave. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Spend 5 minutes stationary over the course of a run. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Shell Hardening机甲硬化 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Gain Armor at the end of each wave. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Lethal Strikes致命打击 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Attacks have a chance on hit to increase Critical Strike. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Power Cycle能量循环 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | After reloading 8 times, gain a Damage buff. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Nova新星 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Releases a damaging nova each time the shell restores health. Regeneration 5 | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Restore health 500 times through Regen or abilities in a single run. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Flurry疾风骤雨 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Critical strikes grant a stacking Attack Speed buff. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Volatile Shell无常机甲 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Gain a random stacking buff at the beginning of each wave. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Equip 15 different protocols. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Shadow Dancer影舞者 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | After not taking damage for a period of time, gain a stacking Attack Speed buff. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Clear wave 20 without taking any damage. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Demolisher破坏者 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Reduce the size of explosions from Force weapon attacks by 50%. Force damage 50% | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Achieve victory using exclusively Force weapons and a Force Special. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Esurience贪食 | Protocol No configured restriction No co-op-only flag | Triggers an attack from a random weapon upon collecting sparks. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Achieve level 28. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Retribution反击 | Protocol Koenig No co-op-only flag | Blocking grants a stack of Retribution. Boosting consumes stacks and triggers a powerful attack that scales with the number of stacks. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Attunement调谐 | Protocol Mirage No co-op-only flag | Attune the Shifting Staff to a single element. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Beastial Wrath野兽狂怒 | Protocol Sidewinder No co-op-only flag | Pets gain a damage bonus, but no longer follow your target. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Desecration亵渎 | Protocol Meteor No co-op-only flag | Leveling up no longer heals you and instead triggers a devestating explosion. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Pickpocket扒手 | Protocol Bloodfang No co-op-only flag | Boosting steals sparks and drops from nearby enemies. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Dire Convergence灾厄汇聚 | Protocol No configured restriction Co-op only flag | Two runes periodically spawn on the battlefield. Occupying both runes triggers a powerful explosion. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Soul Tether灵魂链接 | Protocol No configured restriction Co-op only flag | Excess healing is transferred to the other player. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Bulwark壁垒 | Protocol No configured restriction Co-op only flag | Gain an armor bonus. Redirects half of the damage your partner would take to you. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Kindred Surge共鸣奔涌 | Protocol No configured restriction Co-op only flag | Being in close range to your partner grants a stacking damage buff. Decays when distant. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Conduit导能 | Protocol No configured restriction Co-op only flag | Activating your special attack creates a damaging chain between you and your partner. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Aegis宙斯盾 | Special Not specified by this resource Co-op flag not specified | Summons shields that orbit the shell dealing damage to nearby enemies. Grants an Armor buff. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Achieve a block chance of 66% as Koenig. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Blood Temple鲜血神殿 | Special Not specified by this resource Co-op flag not specified | Consumes health and grants a large offensive buff. Can destroy the shell if overused. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Achieve bonus of 100% from taking damage as Meteor. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Omega Cannon欧米茄加农炮 | Special Not specified by this resource Co-op flag not specified | Fires a powerful piercing attack from deep within the shell. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Rocket Storm火箭风暴 | Special Not specified by this resource Co-op flag not specified | Rains rockets down on surrounding enemies. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Static Field静电场 | Special Not specified by this resource Co-op flag not specified | Creates a field of Elemental damage around the shell. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Achieve victory as Mirage with all Elemental weapons. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Barrage弹幕 | Special Not specified by this resource Co-op flag not specified | Unleashes a hail of bullets in front of the shell. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: No linked unlock description found. Unknown. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Missile Circus导弹马戏团 | Special Not specified by this resource Co-op flag not specified | Fires a volley of missiles simultaneously at your target. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Fire 20 rockets in a single activation of Rocket Storm as Bloodfang. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
 Spirit Bomb灵魂炸弹 | Special Not specified by this resource Co-op flag not specified | After a brief delay, summons a Spirit Bomb that scales with all damage types. None configured | Unlock & evidenceUnlock: Achieve victory as Sidewinder equipped with one weapon of each damage type. Localized condition; execution not verified. A base-item flag is not proof of availability in every mode. Master-listed resource and English/Chinese game localization; supplied Build 24149922. Build 24149922. |
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