The long-awaited showdown between NEL Rin and NEL Isagi has finally arrived in Blue Lock: Rivals. This update, titled Prodigies vs Talented Learners, delivers massive reworks for both characters, along with a new world-class Flow, limited-time cosmetics, bundles, and secret awakening cutscenes. Whether you’re a Rin main or an Isagi loyalist,
this Blue Lock Rivals NEL Isagi vs NEL Rin Update guide will break down everything you need to know, including skill changes, awakening abilities, new mechanics like rage and adaption meters, and what makes each player shine in this new meta.
Blue Lock Rivals NEL Isagi vs NEL Rin Update – Codes, Rework
NEL RIN REWORK
NEL Rin’s new kit revolves around controlling momentum through rage. The more you stay off the ball or take hits, the closer you get to unlocking a destructive burst of power.
Passive: Rage Meter
- Located on the left side of your screen
- Fills up over time when off the ball (30 seconds to full)
- Also gains charge from getting tackled or ankle broken (+3 seconds per hit)
- Unlocks access to Destroyer Mode
- Buffs: Curved Shot and Destructive Charge
Base Skills
Destroyer Mode (C Key, Mode)
Usable only when rage meter hits 100%
Can only activate with the ball
Lasts 8 seconds, disables once you lose possession
Provides speed boost and 10% more shot power
After use, replaces itself with Opposite Direction
Opposite Direction (C Key, Secondary)
Classic Rin dribble skill returns
Only usable during Destroyer Mode
Vanishes when Destroyer Mode ends
Occlusion Break (V Key, On the Ball)
No changes
Destructive Charge (V Key, Off the Ball)
- Buffed if rage meter is above 50%
- Normal charge below 50%
Curve Shot (B Key)
- Classic Rin curve shot restored with new VFX
- When rage is 75% or more, shot becomes significantly stronger
- Below 75%, it behaves as normal
Awakening (New Visuals & Skills)
Awakening Cutscene:
New cinematic added
Includes a secret variant for lucky players
Center of Gravity (C Key)
Makes a return with new visuals
High-skill movement boost
Destructive Crash Shot (V Key)
Reworked animation
Now features a cutscene shooting skill
NEL ISAGI REWORK
NEL Isagi’s gameplay loop is focused on reading the field and adapting to situations. His new Adaption Meter builds similarly to Rin’s Rage, but his skills revolve around off-ball movement and precision finishing.
Passive: Adaption Meter
- Located on the left side
- Fills up when off the ball (30 seconds for full)
- Gains meter from being tackled or ankle broken
- Unlocks Omnivision Mode
- Buffs: Lefty Shot, Direct Shot, Offensive Dash, Defensive Dash
Base Skills
Lefty Shot (C Key, On the Ball)
- New shooting animation using left foot
- Height adjustable
- Stronger shot if Adaption is 75% or more
- Standard shot below 75%
- New VFX added
Direct Shot (Key, Off the Ball)
- Now behaves like a true direct shot
- Auto-shoots if a loose ball is nearby
- Strength increases at 75% adaption
- New VFX added
Omnivision (V Key, Mode)
- Activates at 100% adaption (off-ball only)
- Lasts 8 seconds and depletes meter
- Grants speed boost and Metavision passive
- Replaces itself with Blindspot once used
Blindspot (V Key, Secondary)
- Can be used during Omnivision
- Allows Isagi to run into the opponent’s blindspot and stun them
- If the enemy has the ball, they instantly lose possession
Offensive Dash (B Key, On the Ball)
- Two charge dash skill
- Faster when Adaption is over 50%
Defensive Dash (B Key, Off the Ball)
- Long dash with 85% the distance of two Offensive Dashes
- Stronger with 50%+ Adaption
Awakening (Updated Cutscenes & Skills)
Awakening Cutscene:
- A new variant has been added
- Includes a secret cinematic version for dedicated Isagi players
Demon King (C Key)
- No changes
Two Gun Volley (V Key)
- New animation
- Sharper, cleaner visual effects
New Flow: Demon King
- Name: Demon King
- Rarity: World Class
- Buffs:
- 20% increased volley power
- 10% bonus shot power
- Slight movement speed boost
- Slightly longer tackle reach
Upcoming Feature: Rivals Reaction
This system adds cinematic clashes between NEL Rin and NEL Isagi:
- Triggers when one is near the other and one has the ball
- Clicking the reaction ability plays a custom cutscene
- 50/50 chance on who keeps the ball
- The loser gets ankle broken
- Only usable once per match
(Feature not live yet – coming later today.)
Limited-Time Bundles
Isagi Bundle
Rin Bundle
Includes cosmetics, goal effects, and player cards.
New Emote: My Finest Clown
New Goal Effect: Metavision Goal Effect
New Player Card: Rin vs Isagi
Cosmetic: Chibi Head Rin
New Codes
Redeem these codes in-game for free Lucky Style Spins and Flow:
WIROWIROWIRO — 8 Lucky Style Spins + Lucky Flow
ISAGIWINS — 6 Lucky Style Spins
RINLOSES — 4 Lucky Style Spins
This update is a turning point for Blue Lock: Rivals. Both NEL Rin and NEL Isagi now have distinct playstyles that reward timing, positioning, and adaptation. Whether you’re chasing the thrill of Destroyer Mode or calculating plays with Omnivision, this patch has redefined the meta.