Consumable Items

Consumable Items

In the perilous universe of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, consumable items are not merely conveniences; they are often the deciding factor between victory and defeat. Mastering their acquisition, understanding their effects, and strategically deploying them in combat is paramount for any aspiring Time Patroller. This comprehensive guide will delve into the various types of consumables, their sources, and optimal usage strategies to ensure you're always prepared for whatever Frieza, Cell, or Majin Buu throws your way.

Understanding Item Types and Their Effects

Consumable items fall into several categories, primarily focusing on health, Ki, stamina, and temporary stat boosts. Knowing which item to use and when can turn the tide of battle.

Health Restoration

• Senzu Bean: The legendary full recovery item. Instantly restores 100% of your Health and Stamina. These are incredibly rare and should be reserved for critical moments, such as when facing Expert Mission bosses or during the final stages of a difficult Parallel Quest.
• Senzu Bean Sprout: A lesser version of the Senzu Bean, restoring a moderate amount of Health and Stamina. Useful for mid-battle recovery when a full heal isn't necessary or you want to conserve your precious Senzu Beans.
• Regen Capsule S/M/L/Z: Restores a small, medium, large, or very large amount of Health over time. These are excellent for sustained recovery, especially during evasive maneuvers or when creating distance from an opponent. The "Z" variant offers significant healing.
• All-Regen Capsule S/M/L/Z: Similar to Regen Capsules, but these restore Health for your entire team (including allies and AI companions). Invaluable for team-based missions or when playing with friends.

Ki and Stamina Restoration

• Energy Capsule S/M/L/Z: Restores a small, medium, large, or very large amount of Ki. Essential for characters heavily reliant on Ki Blasts or Super/Ultimate Attacks.
• All-Energy Capsule S/M/L/Z: Restores Ki for your entire team. Perfect for keeping your allies in the fight, especially if they're running low on Ki for their own powerful attacks.
• Stamina Capsule S/M/L/Z: Restores a small, medium, large, or very large amount of Stamina. Crucial for melee-focused characters or those who frequently use evasive skills and Z-Vanish.
• All-Stamina Capsule S/M/L/Z: Restores Stamina for your entire team. Helps ensure your whole squad can maintain their offensive and defensive capabilities.

Battle Items (Temporary Stat Boosts)

These items provide temporary buffs to your character's stats, offering a strategic advantage for a limited duration. They are particularly useful against tough opponents or during boss encounters.

• Attack Up S/M/L/Z: Temporarily increases your attack power. Use these before unleashing a powerful Ultimate Attack or during a burst of melee combos.
• Defense Up S/M/L/Z: Temporarily increases your defense. Ideal for mitigating damage from an opponent's ultimate attack or when you need to tank some hits.
• Ki Blast Up S/M/L/Z: Temporarily increases the power of your Ki Blast skills. Perfect for Ki-centric builds.
• Strike Up S/M/L/Z: Temporarily increases the power of your Strike skills. A must-have for melee specialists.
• Movement Speed Up S/M/L/Z: Temporarily increases your movement speed. Useful for closing distances, escaping dangerous situations, or repositioning.
• Limit Break Power Up S/M/L/Z: Temporarily increases the power of your Limit Break skills.

Specialty and Quest Items

Beyond the standard consumables, certain items serve unique purposes, often tied to specific quests or events.

• Mixing Capsule: Used in the Item Mixing Shop to create new items, including more powerful capsules, Super Souls, and even some accessories.
• Dragon Ball: Collect all seven to summon Shenron or Porunga and make a wish. Not a consumable in battle, but vital for character progression.
• TP Medals: While not a consumable in the traditional sense, TP Medals are a currency used to purchase rare items, skills, and characters from the TP Medal Shop.
• Event-Specific Items: During special events (e.g., Raid Quests, World Tournaments), unique items may drop that are used for event progression or to unlock exclusive rewards.

Acquisition Methods: Stocking Your Inventory

A well-stocked inventory is a Time Patroller's best friend. Consumables can be acquired through various means:

1. Item Shop (Conton City):
   • Location: Located in the main plaza of Conton City, near the entrance to the Parallel Quest area.
   • Availability: Offers a consistent supply of basic Health, Ki, and Stamina Capsules (S, M, L variants), along with some Attack/Defense Up items.
   • Cost: Purchased with Zeni. Prices vary based on the item's potency.
   • Strategy: This is your primary source for everyday consumables. Always check the stock and replenish your essentials before embarking on missions.
2. TP Medal Shop (Conton City):
   • Location: Near the Time Nest, run by a robot.
   • Availability: Periodically sells rarer items, including Z-variant capsules (Senzu Bean Z, All-Regen Capsule Z, etc.), and sometimes even Senzu Beans. The stock rotates weekly.
   • Cost: Purchased with TP Medals.
   • Strategy: Check the TP Medal Shop regularly, especially if you're looking for high-tier consumables. Farm TP Medals from Expert Missions, Raid Quests, or online battles.
3. Parallel Quests (PQs):
   • Location: Accessed via the Parallel Quest counter in Conton City.
   • Availability: Many PQs offer consumable items as rewards for completion or as drops from defeated enemies. Specific PQs are known to drop certain items more frequently. For example, PQ 4: "Saiyan Blood" often drops Energy Capsules, while PQ 12: "The Cell Games Begin" can yield Regen Capsules.
   • Strategy: Grinding specific PQs is an excellent way to farm large quantities of common and uncommon capsules. Pay attention to the "Possible Rewards" section before starting a PQ.
4. Expert Missions:
   • Location: Accessed via the Expert Mission portal in Conton City.
   • Availability: Often reward high-tier capsules (L, Z variants) and sometimes Senzu Beans upon successful completion, especially the harder missions.
   • Strategy: Expert Missions are challenging but offer some of the best rewards. They are also a good source of TP Medals.
5. Raid Quests:
   • Location: Accessed via the large blue portal in Conton City during active Raid events.
   • Availability: Participating in Raid Quests and achieving certain damage thresholds or completing the raid can yield significant rewards, including rare capsules and TP Medals.
   • Strategy: Raids are a fantastic way to earn large amounts of TP Medals and high-grade consumables. Team up with other players for better chances of success.
6. Time Patrol Quests (Story Mode):
   • Location: Progressing through the main story.
   • Availability: Certain story missions provide consumables as rewards for completion.
   • Strategy: While not a primary farming method, these rewards help you build your initial inventory.
7. Item Mixing Shop:
   • Location: Near the Item Shop in Conton City.
   • Availability: By combining various items (including other capsules), you can craft more powerful versions or even new types of consumables.
   • Strategy: Experiment with different combinations to create the specific items you need. For example, combining lower-tier capsules can often yield higher-tier ones.

Strategic Item Usage in Combat

Simply having items isn't enough; knowing when to use them is crucial. Here are some strategic tips:

• Conserve Senzu Beans: These are your ultimate "get out of jail free" card. Reserve them for situations where you are about to be defeated, especially against bosses with devastating Ultimate Attacks or in Expert Missions where a single KO can fail the mission. Do not waste them on minor damage.
• Regen vs. Instant Heal:
  • Regen Capsules: Best used when you have some breathing room or are actively evading. Activate them, then focus on dodging or creating distance while your health regenerates. This is also effective if you're taking consistent but not burst damage.
  • Senzu Bean Sprouts/Health Capsules: Use these for quick bursts of health when you can't afford to wait for regeneration, but a full Senzu Bean isn't yet warranted.
• Ki/Stamina Management:
  • Energy/Stamina Capsules: If your build heavily relies on Ki Blasts or Strike Supers, keep an eye on your gauges. Use capsules proactively to prevent running out of resources mid-combo or when setting up an ultimate. Don't wait until you're completely empty.
  • All-Capsules: In team-based PQs or Expert Missions, use All-Energy/Stamina/Regen Capsules to support your AI allies or fellow players. Keeping your team healthy and resourced increases the overall chance of success.
• Battle Item Timing:
  • Attack/Defense Up: Activate these just before a critical phase of a fight. For example, use an Attack Up capsule right before a boss is stunned or when you're about to unleash your most powerful Ultimate Attack. Use Defense Up when you anticipate a heavy incoming attack.
  • Stacking: Be aware that some buffs from battle items might not stack, or their duration might overlap. Experiment to find the optimal timing.
• Loadout Customization:
  • Before each mission, review your item loadout. Tailor it to the specific challenges of the quest. Facing a boss with high health? Bring more Attack Up and Senzu Beans. Against multiple enemies? All-Regen and All-Energy might be more useful.
  • You can customize your item palette in the "Customize" menu at the Parallel Quest counter or in your Bag.
• Common Pitfall: Forgetting to Equip: A common mistake for new players is acquiring powerful items but forgetting to equip them to their item palette. Always ensure your desired consumables are assigned to your quick-use slots before starting a mission.