Fusion Blaster

Fusion Blaster is one of Krohnen's Super Special Moves in The King of Fighters XV.

Description
Krohnen turns his rear arm into a shotgun and shoots his opponent 5 times. The version has him fire out a single, powerful shot that can be held down.

In the 1.32 patch for KOF XV, the move has been buffed with both a faster startup as well as a faster speed for the projectiles on the regular version. Additionally, due to the changed knockdown effect on Heat Shield, it's also possible to very easily follow up with the MAX version for more damage.

Strategy
Another no-nonsense Super, this is also very good combo fodder and a great follow-up after Spiral Smash on hit. In the neutral, it can also stifle an opponent's approach due to Krohnen firing out multiple (and instantaneous) full-screen projectiles that can be difficult to react to. The MAX version on the other hand should only be used as combo filler, as it doesn't lead to a Guard Crush if blocked (unlike Shingo's Kake Hourin in older KOF games) nor is it safe to charge it in the neutral, due to Krohnen being left a sitting duck while holding the input down.

Additionally, if you're tired of all the Double Strike or EX Ventose spam and have one bar to spare, then feel free to throw this out as a show of dominance in response. Because this flat-out beats just about every projectile in the neutral. This also includes moves like Yashiro's Million Dollar Bash or even Geese's EX Double Reppuken, too.

In regards to dealing with it, simply stand still and block, then punish Krohnen accordingly with a full-screen projectile super of your own (or perhaps a Ryuko Ranbu). And don't even think about letting Krohnen finish charging the move unless you want to eat at least 400 damage for your troubles. Alternatively, if you were already crossing over Krohnen whilst the move was in its startup frames, then just finish whatever you were doing and claim your free combo as a prize.

Similar Moves

 * You, get lost too!, K9999's variant.
 * Zetsuei, Nameless' variant.