Lightning Strike
CharacterLightning Strike is an electric attack Sailor Jupiter performs across two Sailor Moon fighting games. In the SuperS title it serves as Super Sailor Jupiter's desperation move, a charging punch loaded with lightning that shocks whatever she hits.
Overview
This lightning-fueled technique belongs to Sailor Jupiter and turns up in two of the franchise's fighting games: Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon S: Jougai Rantou!? Shuyaku Soudatsusen and Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS: Zenin Senkai!! Shuyaku Soudatsusen. It slots neatly into her thunder-based repertoire.
Mechanics
Within the SuperS installment, the move functions as Super Sailor Jupiter's last-resort desperation attack. She dashes clear across the screen with her fist crackling and packed full of electric energy, then slams it into her opponent to leave them stunned by the discharge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lightning Strike in Sailor Moon?
Lightning Strike is an electric attack that Sailor Jupiter performs in two Sailor Moon fighting games, channeling her thunder-based powers into a devastating punch.
Which games feature Lightning Strike?
Lightning Strike appears in Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon S: Jougai Rantou!? Shuyaku Soudatsusen and Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS: Zenin Senkai!! Shuyaku Soudatsusen, and does not appear anywhere else in the franchise.
How does Lightning Strike work?
In the SuperS game, Super Sailor Jupiter dashes across the screen with her fist crackling with electric energy, then slams it into her opponent to leave them stunned by the discharge.
Is Lightning Strike a desperation move?
Yes. In Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS, Lightning Strike functions as Super Sailor Jupiter's last-resort desperation attack.
Who can use Lightning Strike?
Sailor Jupiter, in both her standard and Super forms, is the only user of Lightning Strike.
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