Ulquiorra Cifer joined the Bleach roster in Shonen Unleashed during Update 14 alongside Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez. Players can unlock Ulquiorra directly from the character roster for 400 tokens. As the first fighter in the game featuring a two-stage transformation—progressing from his base form to Resurrección: Murciélago and ultimately into Segunda Etapa—Ulquiorra provides a diverse toolkit focused on ranged guard breaks, aerial combo conversions, and on-demand self-healing.
Character Overview and Unlock Requirements
In Shonen Unleashed, Ulquiorra operates as an arena fighter equipped with distinct base attacks, aerial follow-ups, and a dedicated survival utility. He is accessible via the in-game character menu without requiring gamepass purchases.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Character Name | Ulquiorra Cifer |
| Anime Origin | Bleach |
| Added Version | Update 14 |
| Unlock Cost | 400 Tokens |
| Awakening Stages | Resurrección: Murciélago (Stage 1), Segunda (Stage 2) |
| Utility Ability | Instant Regeneration |
Base Form Moveset and Mechanics
In his base form, Ulquiorra relies on sword thrusts, a counter move, an aerial dive, and a beam that can be modified into an auto-aiming teleport attack. He also possesses an innate utility on the C key that exchanges awakening meter for direct health recovery.
| Move | Input / Variant | Damage | Cooldown | Key Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Regeneration | C | 15 HP Healed | 25 Points | Healing utility; consumes awakening meter. |
| Cero | 1 | 15 | 22s | Block Breaker, AOE, ragdoll on final tick. |
| Cero Mixup | 1 + M1 (during charge) | 19 | 22s | Teleports above the nearest target in front before firing; ragdolls. |
| Carga de Espada | 2 | 15 | 18s | Combo Starter, Combo Extender; triggers instant-kill heart-stab cutscene under 20 HP. |
| Ruptura de Bala | 3 | Base damage | 18s | Teleports upward and dives into ground; launches 4 auto-aiming Bala blasts causing yellow stun. |
| Conquistador | 3 (M2 Variant) | 18 | 18s | Anti-Air knockdown; only usable on airborne, stunned opponents. |
| Impacto de Esgrima | 4 | 15 | 20s | Teleport dash slash; causes crumple or yellow stun during combos. Blockable. |
| Contra Ataque | 4 (M2 Variant) | 16 (Counter) / 12 (Whiff) | 20s | Counter stance glowing green; teleports behind attacker to launch upward, or performs a roundslash if unhit. |
Base Moveset Breakdown
- Cero and Cero Mixup: Ulquiorra extends his finger to build green reiatsu. Recasting skill 1 fires a multi-hit beam that breaks block and ragdolls opponents. If the player presses M1 while charging, Ulquiorra teleports above the opponent to deliver an unaligned angle blast.
- Carga de Espada: Ulquiorra dashes forward with a sword slash followed by repeated thrusts. It functions as a standard combo extender. When striking an enemy below 20 HP, it bypasses the rest of their health bar with an execution cutscene.
- Ruptura de Bala & Conquistador: Standard activation teleports Ulquiorra straight up before he stabs downward into the dirt, releasing tracking Bala projectile bursts. The M2 input switches the skill into Conquistador, which requires the target to be airborne and stunned, instantly skewering them back to the arena floor.
- Impacto de Esgrima & Contra Ataque: Impacto acts as a quick dashing slice that leaves opponents open to combo extensions. Pressing M2 enters Contra Ataque, putting Ulquiorra in a brief green charging stance. Taking a hit while active triggers an automatic teleport kick into the air, setting up Conquistador; letting the stance expire or recasting manually releases a wide spinning slash.
First Awakening: Resurrección: Murciélago
Pressing G once the awakening bar reaches full capacity triggers Ulquiorra's first transformation, Resurrección: Murciélago. In this state, his wings manifest, his base stats scale up, and his abilities transform into lance and flight maneuvers.
| Move | Input / Variant | Damage | Cooldown | Key Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Regeneration | C | 20 HP Healed | 25 Points | Upgraded healing utility. |
| Cero Oscuras | 1 | 22 | 22s | Block Breaker, AOE, ragdoll. |
| Ala Volante | 2 | 18 | 20s | Super Armor, Grab, Combo Extender; takes target into the air with lance drill strikes. |
| Incursion de Murciélago | 3 | 17 | 18s | Dash Grab, Free-Aim, Knockdown; knocks away when chained mid-combo. |
| Diablo Caído | 3 (M2 Variant) | 18 | 18s | Block Breaker, AOE crash; leaves damaging reiatsu rain on the impact zone. |
| Luz de la Luna | 4 | 20 | 16s | Ranged Projectile; throws energy javelin causing a large explosion and ragdoll. |
| Segunda | T | N/A | 150 Points | Ultimate input; transitions character into second awakening and adds ~80 timer points. |
Murciélago Gameplay Dynamics
In his first awakening, Ulquiorra gains superior aerial control. Ala Volante carries opponents into the skybox while granting super armor during startup, isolating the target from surrounding players in multiplayer brawls.
Diablo Caído allows Ulquiorra to leap up and plunge down at the mouse reticle, breaking opponent guards and creating a persistent area of effect where reiatsu rain inflicts tick damage. Activating the T key requires 150 awakening points and initiates his second awakening form.
Second Awakening: Segunda Etapa
Ulquiorra is unique in Shonen Unleashed as the first character equipped with a second awakening tier. Upon activating Segunda, his form morphs again, unlocking black reiatsu visual effects, higher base damage output, and massive area-of-effect nukes.
| Move | Input / Variant | Damage | Cooldown | Key Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Regeneration | C | 30 HP Healed | 25 Points | Maximum healing tier; restores 30 health per use. |
| Cero Oscuras | 1 | 24 | 22s | Heavy tick damage, Block Breaker, AOE ragdoll. |
| Cero Aplastado | 1 (M2 Variant) | 30 | 22s | Aerial sweep Cero creating a wave of delayed explosions; explosion breaks guard. |
| Alas de la Muerte | 2 | 25 | 20s | High block damage, Grab, aerial Combo Extender. |
| Nada Eterna | 3 | 22 | 18s | Dash Grab, Free-Aim; throws enemies across the arena or triggers a tail-choke execution cutscene under low HP. |
| Lanza del Relampago | 4 | 24 | 15s | Super Armor, Yellow Stun, massive AOE reiatsu explosion. High block damage. |
| Cielo Desgarrado | 4 (M2 Variant) | 25 | 18s | Block Breaker, Dash Grab; skewers the enemy on the lance tip before detonating. |
Segunda Combat Execution
- Lanza del Relampago: Ulquiorra charges an unstable lance of energy before casting it to the chosen location. The projectile detonates into a colossal pillar of energy that inflicts yellow stun on anyone caught inside. The startup carries super armor, though close-range melee attacks during early frames can interrupt the charge before release.
- Cielo Desgarrado: By inputting the M2 variant on skill 4, Ulquiorra charges forward in a piercing dash that breaks blocks. If it connects, he pins the target directly to the lance and carries them through the air before throwing them into an explosion.
- Nada Eterna: Functions as a mobile grab that can be manually aimed. If connected in neutral, Ulquiorra slams the enemy into the floor. In combo chains, he carries them in the camera's direction and hurls them across the stage. Landing this against low-health opponents triggers an execution where Ulquiorra coils his tail around their neck and blasts them with a Cero.
Practical Playstyle and Matchup Observations
Match footage across ranked and casual lobbies highlights distinct strengths and trade-offs when operating Ulquiorra:
- Meter Management with Instant Regeneration: Because Instant Regeneration costs 25 awakening points, players must actively choose between recovering HP (15 HP in base, 20 in Murciélago, 30 in Segunda) or preserving gauge to reach Segunda faster. Utilizing regeneration repeatedly will delay or completely prevent the activation of his 150-point ultimate form.
- Confirming Combos off Guard Breaks: Base Ulquiorra has limited natural block breaks outside of fully charged Cero and Ruptura de Bala. Players frequently utilize the Cero Mixup teleport or feint with Contra Ataque to punish aggressive opponents who attempt to close distance.
- Aerial Conversions: Conquistador requires an opponent to be airborne and stunned. Connecting normal attacks into an up-tilt or landing Contra Ataque's counter kick sets up an immediate link into Conquistador, driving the opponent down for follow-up ground pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you unlock Ulquiorra in Shonen Unleashed?
Ulquiorra is unlocked through the character roster selection screen for 400 tokens.
How do you activate Ulquiorra's Segunda Etapa?
You must first enter his initial awakening, Resurrección: Murciélago, by pressing G with a full awakening bar. While in Murciélago, build your awakening resource to at least 150 points and press T to initiate Segunda.
How much health does Instant Regeneration restore?
Instant Regeneration costs 25 points on the awakening bar and recovers 15 HP in base form, 20 HP in Murciélago, and 30 HP in Segunda.
What are Ulquiorra's execute thresholds?
In his base form, landing Carga de Espada (skill 2) on an opponent with under 20 HP initiates an instant execution cutscene. In Segunda, landing Nada Eterna (skill 3) on low-health targets initiates a tail-wrap execution cutscene.
