Sparking Zero Neo Tora & Fasha — Bardock Squad Fighters
Planet Vegeta Saiyan rushdown pair — B-tier damage, Stratosphere synergy, and natural Linked Blast partners.
Tora and Fasha are members of Bardock’s squad (Team Bardock) from Planet Vegeta — the Saiyan warriors who fought alongside Bardock (Super Saiyan) before the Genocide of the Saiyans. Both ship as separate playable roster slots in Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO through the Super Limit-Breaking NEO DLC on July 30, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. Early community testing ranks both B-tier on the NEO roster tier list — aggressive Saiyan rush tools with Bardock-squad flavor, but below their squad leader’s S-tier ceiling.
This combined guide covers shared lore, individual kits, why Tora and Fasha pair naturally as a Linked Blast (Chain Blast) duo, Stratosphere stage synergy, and honest comparisons to Bardock SS. Cross-read Trunks (GT) Super Saiyan and Supreme Kai for other B-tier archetypes. Browse the Characters hub for more NEO profiles.
Team Bardock lore and NEO context
Bardock’s squad — Tora, Fasha, Borgos, and Shugesh — appears in the Bardock TV special and Z-era flashbacks. NEO adds Tora and Fasha as distinct roster slots tied to the Stratosphere stage, the vertical Planet Vegeta arena where squad interaction quotes and Episode Battle routes reference their pre-Frieza history.
Bardock (Super Saiyan) anchors the squad competitively at S-tier. Tora and Fasha inherit Saiyan rush DNA at B-tier — fun for lore fans and tag teams, not tournament anchors alone.
Tora — aggressive rushdown
Tora plays as an aggressive Saiyan rushdown fighter with Bardock-squad flavor:
- High physical damage on confirmed rush strings.
- Combo extensions that reward aggressive neutral wins.
- Fragile sustain — extended trades punish Tora harder than armor-heavy fighters like Salza.
Community testing describes Tora as mid-speed rush with lethal strike priority when confirms land, but vulnerable in prolonged fights against Super 17 absorption or Demon King Piccolo zoning. Lab one corner loop on compact stages before ranked queue.
Tora Sparking and Boost
Tora Sparking chains favor rush confirms into Ultimate finishers. Sparking! Boost works as round-closer at low HP — Tora’s Boost damage sits below Bardock SS, so burning Boost at neutral wastes the post-boost stat penalty. Read the Sparking Boost and Chain Blast guide for timing.
Fasha — fast mobile Saiyan
Fasha plays as a fast, mobile female Saiyan with a different rush identity:
- Speed and mobility over raw power — quicker approach tools than Tora.
- Energy blast mix — good blend of melee and ki for mid-screen control.
- Redundancy risk — can feel redundant next to stronger Saiyans like Bardock SS or King Vegeta when ranked efficiency matters.
Fasha rewards players who enjoy hit-and-run rush rather than Tora’s commit-to-combo style. Her energy tools check approaches that Tora’s pure melee loses to zoners.
Fasha Sparking and Boost
Fasha Sparking routes emphasize mobility into Blast finishers. Boost timing mirrors Tora — save for kill confirms, not neutral aggression. Pair with Battle Arts from builds that boost speed or ki regen rather than pure armor.
Linked Blast duo synergy
Tora and Fasha form NEO’s most natural Linked Blast pair outside movie squads like Salza and Zangya:
- Tora launches with rush confirm — high damage float window.
- Swap to Fasha during float for entry Blast extension.
- Swap back to Tora for Boost super finish, or hold Fasha for mobility reset.
Reverse the order when Fasha’s speed opens neutral and Tora’s damage closes rounds. The squad’s shared animation timing makes swap drills faster to muscle-memory than cross-archetype tags.
Cross-reference online meta and DP Battle teams guide for 15-point team rules. Adding Bardock (Super Saiyan) as a third slot creates lore-accurate Team Bardock comps — Bardock anchor, Tora launcher, Fasha finisher.
Stratosphere stage synergy
The Stratosphere stage — Planet Vegeta’s aerial battlefield — amplifies Bardock squad gameplay:
- Vertical launch angles suit Saiyan rush juggle height.
- Interaction quotes between Tora, Fasha, and Bardock add Episode Battle flavor.
- Wide boundaries teach spacing before compact stage ring-outs.
Practice Tora-Fasha Linked Blast drills on Stratosphere before transferring tech to Kami’s Palace or default versus stages. See the Stages hub for hazard notes.
Comparison table — Tora vs Fasha vs Bardock SS
| Fighter | Tier | Speed | Damage | Role | Fragility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bardock (Super Saiyan) | S | High | Very high | Anchor / finisher | Moderate |
| Tora | B | Mid | High | Rush launcher | High |
| Fasha | B | Very high | Mid-high | Mobile finisher | High |
Main Bardock SS for ranked efficiency. Main Tora or Fasha for lore attachment and tag synergy. Run Tora + Fasha Linked Blast duo for the most authentic Team Bardock experience without S-tier lab demands.
Matchup notes
Strong against: mid-tier rush fighters, Journey CPU, Classic DB Cast tier opponents in casual lobbies, opponents unfamiliar with dual-swap timing.
Weak against: Super 17 absorption, Vegeta (GT) Super Saiyan aerial dominance, Demon King Piccolo zoning, any S-tier character who outdamages squad rush before combos begin.
Limit Breaker Journey
Tora and Fasha rank as B-tier Journey picks on Journey picks — competent clears with attack-first investment, but sustain kits like Super 17 outperform them in long gauntlets. Tora’s damage speeds SP farming; Fasha’s mobility reduces chip damage from CPU zoners.
See the Limit Breaker Journey guide for stat priorities. Squad-trained exports work in Player Match when lobby rules allow Journey characters.
Recommended Battle Arts
| Fighter | Art direction |
|---|---|
| Tora | Attack boost, combo extension |
| Fasha | Speed, ki regen |
| Duo teams | Launch damage, swap speed |
Browse full loadout planning on builds.
Related profiles
- Bardock (Super Saiyan) — S-tier squad leader comparison
- King Vegeta — A-tier royal Saiyan alternative
- NEO Full Roster — Z-era slot checklist
- Trunks (GT) Super Saiyan — another B-tier hybrid archetype
- Supreme Kai — defensive B-tier contrast
Tora and Fasha are NEO’s Team Bardock tag duo — invest in Linked Blast synergy and Stratosphere lab time, and B-tier squad results follow with authentic Planet Vegeta flair.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Why are Tora and Fasha B-tier?
Both offer solid Saiyan rush tools with Bardock-squad flavor, but lack S-tier damage scaling. Tora hits hard but fragile; Fasha is fast but redundant next to stronger Saiyans.
Are Tora and Fasha good Linked Blast partners?
Yes — they form NEO's most natural squad Linked Blast duo. Tora launches, Fasha extends with entry Blast, and reverse swaps work for mobility resets.
How do Tora and Fasha compare to Bardock Super Saiyan?
Bardock SS is S-tier with higher damage and better Sparking! Boost payoff. Tora and Fasha are B-tier squad mates best used in tag teams with Bardock as anchor.
What stage synergizes with Team Bardock?
Stratosphere — the Planet Vegeta stage tied to Bardock's squad. Vertical launch angles and squad interaction quotes make it the ideal lab arena.
Should I main Tora or Fasha solo?
Possible for dedicated rush mains, but tag teams with each other or Bardock SS deliver better win rates. Solo ranked expects uphill battles against S-tier and A-tier.