Chakra Battlegrounds received a surprise update that, while not massive in size, brings meaningful changes to gameplay balance and finally expands Zabuza’s kit with a full awakening and a brand-new move. Alongside this, several balance tweaks affect Rock Lee–style gate users and other strong characters. This guide explains everything added and changed so you know exactly what to expect in real matches.
Chakra Battlegrounds Zabuza AwakeningUpdate Guide – New Move
Zabuza (Mist Demon) – New Awakening: Silent Mist
Zabuza now has an official awakening called Silent Mist, giving him a much stronger identity as a pressure-heavy, VFX-focused character.
Key features of Silent Mist:
- Visually intense mist and sword aura effects
- Strong M1 pressure with high damage output
- Massive combo potential when paired with dash cancels
- Designed to reward aggressive close-range play
During awakening, Zabuza’s sword gains a glowing aura that makes his attacks feel heavier and more threatening, especially in neutral fights.
New Zabuza Move – Wide Cut
Zabuza’s awakening introduces a brand-new move called Wide Cut.
How Wide Cut works:
- A sweeping slash followed by a heavy downward slam
- Even if the first slash misses, the second hit can still connect
- Extremely difficult to fully avoid if timed correctly
- High damage for a single move
This move is especially strong because partial hits still deal significant damage, meaning opponents must perfectly evade rather than relying on sloppy dodges.
Important note:
- There is currently no finisher for Wide Cut
- Finishers are expected to be added in a future update
Zabuza Gameplay Impact
Zabuza now feels much closer to a complete character rather than a work-in-progress.
Strengths after the update:
- High M1 damage
- Excellent combo extension
- Awakening turns him into a true pressure monster
- Very strong in chaotic public server fights
Weaknesses:
- Heavy reliance on close-range combat
- Awakening damage may be subject to future nerfs
Overall, Zabuza is significantly stronger and far more enjoyable to play than before.
Rock Lee / Martial Master Balance Changes
Several nerfs were applied to gate-focused characters, especially Martial Master-style play.
Changes include:
- Reduced healing from opening gates
- Reduced awakening meter gain
- Leaf Blade first slash is now unblockable, while follow-up slashes are blockable
These changes tone down the survivability and snowball potential of gate users without completely gutting their playstyle.
Execution Character Damage Nerf
Execution received a damage reduction due to its overwhelming base power.
What changed:
- Base damage slightly lowered
- Still retains strong true combo potential
- Remains very powerful but less oppressive
This adjustment mainly targets Execution’s ability to delete opponents too quickly in neutral exchanges.
Misblade Critical Damage Nerf
Misblade also received a minor critical damage nerf.
Impact:
- Slightly lower burst damage
- Still viable in combos
- Less punishing on single mistakes
This change is aimed at reducing unfair instant damage spikes.
General Balance Direction
This update clearly focuses on:
- Reducing excessive burst damage
- Toning down healing and awakening snowballing
- Improving underdeveloped characters like Zabuza
It’s a shift toward more interactive fights rather than instant deletes.
Current Meta Takeaways
After this update:
- Zabuza is one of the strongest awakening-based characters
- Rock Lee-style builds are still good but more manageable
- Execution remains strong but less oppressive
- Heavy VFX characters continue to dominate close-range fights
Players should expect further tuning, especially for Zabuza’s awakening damage.
While not a massive content drop, this Chakra Battlegrounds update is highly impactful. Zabuza finally feels complete, with a satisfying awakening and a powerful new move that changes how he’s played. Combined with sensible balance nerfs to overperforming characters, the game is moving toward a healthier and more competitive state.