Gyro Zeppeli makes his gaming debut as one of the first four characters announced for the game, the others being: Jotaro, Wamuu, and Joseph Joestar (Part 2). He is voiced by Shin-ichiro Miki.
As a Part 7 character, three parts of the Holy Corpse appear scattered on stages when he, Johnny, and/or Valentine are being played, which they can pick up to receive blessings that boost their performance in combat; Corpse Parts are obtained by crouching while over them. Along with Johnny, Gyro is one of the only two characters in the game who use the "Mounted" Style. This Style allows him to get on and off his horse, Valkyrie, slightly changing the moves available to him. Gyro must be unmounted in order to pick up the Corpse Parts. Gyro has 900 HP.
Exclusive to Gyro are the Steel Ball Icon and the Spin Gauge, both displayed above his Heart Heat Gauge. The Steel Ball Icon shows which of Gyro's two Steel Balls are in his possession and ready for use. Gyro's Steel Balls will automatically return to him after a short delay once used in any skill involving them, hitting the opponent for minor damage if they are caught in-between on the return. The Spin Gauge displays how much Spin Energy Gyro has, passively enhancing his Steel Ball-related attacks when not completely filled.
Style/Specials/Etc
Valkyrie / Dismount
ON GROUND
Gyro can summon his horse Valkyrie to mount it, or dismount and send it away, shifting his movement and available abilities. Valkyrie improves his mobility and attack range and power, but receiving knockback will forcibly dismount him. If the Style input () is chained from normals while unmounted, 'Quick Mount' is triggered at the cost of Heart Heat, whereby Gyro mounts Valkyrie much faster and the act of flipping onto his horse can knock the opponent into the air. This provides an easy and quicker method of mounting as well as transitioning Gyro's unmounted combo into a mounted one.
Spin
x2 + //
ON GROUNDCHARGEABLE
Gyro charges the Spin Energy into his Steel Balls, leaving him vulnerable but replenishing the Spin Gauge. The Spin Gauge will fill much faster if Gyro is Mounted. This skill's function is similar to the "Ripple Breath" skill possessed by all Ripple-Style Users.
When filled completely, Gyro enters Golden Spin Mode. This increases the damage of all attacks involving his Steel Balls and allows them to hit multiple times per attack, better improving Gyro's overall damage and combo utility. The Spin Gauge is then turned into a set timer, slowly draining to zero, and Gyro is unable to use this ability again until it empties completely.
I toughened my skin
+
ON GROUNDCHARGEABLE
Gyro places a Steel Ball imbued with the Spin to his chest, causing his skin to wring and toughen at the cost of Heart Heat. This skill is used to instantly block attacks using the Heart Heat Gauge in place of the Guard Gauge, and defends against all attack heights, protecting Gyro from high-low mix-up attempts. It will last as long as the Style button is held, or until the HHG empties.
Saint Corpse's Blessing
Passive
Gyro receives a new blessing for every Holy Corpse Part he holds, but if successfully knocked down, drops the part and loses said blessing.
Gyro gains access to the ability Scan.
Any of Gyro's skills that utilize Steel Balls gain super armor, and can only be interrupted by Throws/HHA/GHA.
Gyro's attack power is boosted, increasing his damage. Golden Spin Mode is also permanently active; The Spin Gauge will never deplete so long as he retains all three Corpse Parts.
Skills
Spin, spin!
+ // then //
ON GROUND
Gyro throws a Steel Ball forward as a projectile, hitting the opponent multiple times. If both Steel Balls are available, he can immediately throw the other one with a second button press. The trajectory of the Steel Balls are determined by the attack button inputted, and the two can be quickly thrown at different angles with different button presses. (Flash Cancel comboable)
Scan
+ (requires at least one corpse part)
ON GROUNDTRAP
Gyro throws a Steel Ball with greater Spin energy as a projectile straight forward, hitting the opponent multiple times. The button can be held to make the Steel Ball remain hovering in the air after traveling a set distance or striking the opponent, acting as a stationary trap.
If this skill is inputted a second time while the first Steel Ball is deployed, Gyro throws the other Steel Ball at it, causing it to ricochet towards the opponent and deal immense damage.
Skills (Unmounted)
Raaaaugh!
+ //
ON GROUNDCHARGEABLE
Gyro throws a Steel Ball to the ground as it proceeds to quickly move forward as a low-hitting projectile, carried by the power of the Spin. The attack button inputted determines the speed of the Steel Ball. Its travel distance is determined by how long the inputted button is held, reaching across the entire arena if allowed to. Should it hit the opponent or the input is released, the Steel Ball will stop momentarily and then release its Spin energy in an upwards blast, launching the opponent high. The blast of energy can function as an anti-air attack. (Comboable)
I'm gonna throw it away!
+ //
ON GROUND
This skill can only be used when Gyro has both Steel Balls available. Gyro drops both Steel Balls to the ground. Using the Spin, the two forcibly kick up debris to shoot in front, sending the opponent flying if hit. The attack functions as a reversal, and the distance the opponent is knocked back is determined by the attack button inputted. (Comboable)
Skills (Mounted)
Run wild, run free!
+ //
ON GROUNDWHEN DOWNED
Gyro applies a Steel Ball imbued with the Spin to Valkyrie's rear, forcing the horse to spin around while stomping wildly to hit the opponent multiple times and knock them off their feet. This is a low attack that cannot be blocked standing, and can strike a downed opponent. (Flash Cancel comboable)
Winds from Mexico
+ //
ON GROUND
This skill can only be used at a distance. Gyro, applying a Steel Ball imbued with the Spin to Valkyrie's rear, forces his horse to gallop forward at full speed. If the opponent is struck, they are knocked high into the air. (Flash Cancel comboable)
Throw
Can only spin for a bit!
2 ATK buttons at close range or
ON GROUND
Gyro shoves the opponent off balance, before using Spin energy to form a rotating, compressed ball of air in his hands and blasting them with it.
Heart Heat Attack / Great Heat Attack
One moooore shot!
+ 2 ATK Buttons
ON GROUND
Gyro throws a Steel Ball imbued with a large amount of Spin Energy towards the opponent at high speeds, possessing some homing capabilities. If it connects, he'll then forcefully throw the other one as the two Steel Balls shred the opponent's face and send them flying. This HHA will automatically retrieve a single Steel Ball for Gyro upon use, and its damage will be increased while in Golden Spin Mode.
Ball Breaker
+ 3 ATK Buttons, or
ON GROUND
Gyro's GHA can only be performed while mounted, and will automatically summon Valkyrie when used while unmounted. Executing it will also instantly fill the Spin Gauge to full, automatically activating Golden Spin Mode afterward.
Gyro, galloping forward on horseback, launches a singularly powerful Steel Ball imbued and cloaked with Complete Golden Spin Energy. If it lands, the Steel Ball will shred into the opponent's torso, before Ball Breaker appears in front of them. The Stand finishes the attack by spinning and funneling itself into the Steel Ball, dramatically increasing its power and rotation speed. The entrance of the Stand into the Steel Ball ripping at the opponent generates a massive green burst.
Gyro's GHA is altered when used against Valentine. Valentine attempts to protect himself with D4C Love Train, only for Ball Breaker to penetrate and fly through the dimensional wall, recreating the scene from the battle in the manga. Ball Breaker will zoom past Valentine and D4C's face, the two bracing themselves, before violently exploding in a blast of Complete Golden Spin Energy.
Gameplay Overview
Gyro is a balanced-type character, utilizing his Steel Balls for a multitude of uses in battle, ranging from primarily projectile skills, to anti-air and reversal attacks and even setting traps. Due to their ability to deliver multiple hits, it is incredibly easy to use them on offense by forcing the opponent to defend and allowing Gyro to attack often. The Steel Balls can also interrupt the opponent's attacks when they return to him, offering a free combo breaker under the right conditions. While on horseback, his close-ranged capabilities become all the more dangerous with large normal attacks and unique melee skills related to Valkyrie, making it dangerous for his foe to approach.
Gyro's potential increases dramatically through his Spin Gauge, enhancing the strength and combo utility of his skills so long as it remains filled, especially when he triggers his potent Golden Spin Mode. Beyond this, he can take advantage of the Holy Corpse which enhances his Steel Ball-related techniques even further as long as he retains them. All of this combined, he is able to output massive amounts of damage during combos.
However, Gyro is required to manage the availability of his Steel Balls which determine access to his skills as well as the Spin Gauge that determines their power, in addition to other factors such as Heart Heat and the Holy Corpse Parts. Because of this, he requires a greater level of attention than most, and must be ready adapt to situations where one or both Steel Balls are unavailable, his Spin Gauge is low or empty, or when to move to pick up a Corpse Part.
Gyro is considered a "snowball" archetype of character. His versatility offers many strategies to take, both defensive and offensive, and his combos carry destructive power to boot. Through steady management of multiple resources and application of his abilities, he can grow to become a highly oppressive and coordinated combatant.
The player starts at 50% health. The enemy's Heart Heat Gauge fills over time.
Secret Missions
N/A
Entrance Dialogue
Gyro: What do you want to say here? If you're gonna give me a piece of your mind, do it! Johnny: You are the inheritor! You have to starve if you want to win. Starve nobly!
Victory Dialogue
Gyro: Maybe you're right... you gotta starve for it!
Defeat Dialogue
Johnny: Just keep growing stronger... It'll be the "inheritors" like you who win in the end...
The enemy starts at 50% health. The player's Heart Heat Gauge fills over time.
Secret Missions
N/A
Entrance Dialogue
Gyro: What do you want to say here? If you're gonna give me a piece of your mind, do it! Johnny: You are the inheritor! You have to starve if you want to win. Starve nobly!
Victory Dialogue
Johnny: Just keep growing stronger... It'll be the "inheritors" like you who win in the end...
Defeat Dialogue
Gyro: Maybe you're right... you gotta starve for it!
Gyro Normal
Gyro Costume A
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Gyro Costume C
Gyro Costume D
