Metroid Fusion

Alright, let's break down some of the nastier critters you'll be running into in Metroid Fusion. Knowing what you're up against is half the battle, and trust me, some of these guys are real pains if you don't know their tricks.

Enemies You'll Face:

• Bull: These spherical enemies with stalks float around Sector 6. Watch out, they'll spew poison gas whenever you shoot them. Just keep your distance and blast 'em!
• Choot: Found in Sector 5, these pancake-like enemies chill on the floor. When you get close, they'll jump up and float down, spitting acid as they descend. Try to blast them before they get too close.
• Core-X: These are mutated X parasites that have absorbed DNA from powerful creatures, even containing parts of Samus's suit data. Their tough, spiky barriers can't be damaged by Beams, so you'll need Missiles to break through. Once the barrier is down, you can absorb the X to regain a lost ability!
• Dessgeega: These guys are like the Sidehoppers but live in hot regions. The X infection has given them a nasty defense: they shoot spikes back at you when you hit them. So, be ready to dodge after you fire.
• Evir: These Zebesian creatures are found underwater and are offspring of the Draygon, now infected by X. They're orange and can only be taken down with Charge shots. They also fire damaging spinning rocks.
• Fune: This wall-dwelling creature from former Zebes is now on BSL. It's a green, worm-like thing that extends from walls and spits energy balls. Luckily, the X mutation has weakened it, making it vulnerable to Missiles or Charge Shots. It's thought they grow into Namihes.
• Gadora: These are basically bio-doors blocking important areas, like boss rooms. They're giant eyes that either flash with a pupil-less eye (meaning an energy blast is coming – dodge it!) or open with a pupil (that's when you can hit them with Missiles). They usually drop Red X Parasites.
• Geemer: You might see these spiked mollusks in vents on the Main Deck. They look a bit different than usual, and their shells are tough, but Charge Shots can get through.
• Genesis: These weird creatures crawl in ducts above you, looking like something out of Resident Evil. Instead of attacking directly, they spit acidic mucous through the ceiling. You'll need to find a way to hit them from below or wait for an opening.
• Geron: This is a mass of biomatter created by an X parasite, often blocking your path. Beams won't work, but Missiles are effective. Some are tougher and need more firepower. In Sector 1, some Gerons cover ventilation systems and have junk around them, but usually leave an opening to fire Missiles.
• Geraclaw: A mutated Geruta, possibly due to a weird X infection. It has abnormal claws it uses to 'rake' you with. You'll find these mostly in Sector 3.
• Geruta: These X-infected creatures are much larger than normal, invulnerable to Beams, and have huge metal claws. They're often found in Sector 5, which is odd given their usual habitat.
• Halzyn: The X-infected Halzyn flies back and forth, but its wings, used as shields, are now vulnerable to explosives, though they're spiked and more dangerous. If you pass under them, they'll drop to the ground. Two Missiles to their wings will bring them down, but their body can be defeated with regular Beam shots.
• Hard Core-X: These are tougher Core-X variants with barriers that are usually impenetrable. The barrier opens like an eye to mimic Beam shots. You can hit this eye with Missiles, but be ready to dodge its retaliation immediately. After enough hits, the barrier breaks, and you can absorb the X.
• Hornoad: An X parasite has infested this amphibious, two-legged creature. The parasite has mutated its appearance... (the source text cuts off here).

Keep an eye out for these foes, learn their patterns, and you'll make it through!

Walkthrough:

1. Arachnus

   A Core-X has taken the DNA of an Arachnus and is rampaging in the Main Deck. Arachnus-X attacks with blue energy waves, fire spread along the floor, and by rolling into a ball to ram walls. Hang from ledges to dodge the fire. Be careful, as rolling into a wall can knock you off. Shoot Arachnus-X with Beams or Missiles. After it's defeated, its Core-X form can be taken down with three Missiles.

2. Zazabi

   A creature of unknown origin, copied by a Core-X. This transparent-skinned, single-eyed, tower-shaped creature jumps to stomp Samus and tries to swallow her. If swallowed, Bomb yourself out. Shoot Missiles up through its opening to hit its eye. As Zazabi takes damage, it shrinks until killed. The Core-X inside takes four Missiles to break its barrier.

3. Serris

   An eel found in Sector 4 that swims at extremely high speeds, encased in energy and invulnerable. When not speeding, shoot Missiles at its head. Stay on platforms above the water and grab handlebars when Serris heads towards you. The Core-X inside takes five Missiles.

4. B.O.X.

   A security robot created by B.S.L. scientists. It deploys fire bombs that spread fire towers. Samus first encounters it in Sector 3 after getting the Super Missile upgrade. B.O.X.'s weakness is its tan-painted center, attacked from above. After enough damage, it staggers away and blasts through the ceiling.

   Later, in Sector 6, B.O.X. is in a semi-flooded room. Its damaged circuitry is electrified by the water. Use a Power Bomb to reveal ceiling handlebars, allowing you to hit its weak spot with Missiles. B.O.X. uses its body as a weapon and fires homing rockets. After enough damage, the robot body is destroyed, revealing a Hard Core-X. Five or six Missiles to its eye when open will defeat it.

5. Varia Core-X

   A Core-X that absorbed the Varia Suit data, mutating and growing. It is surrounded by smaller, protective versions of itself and attacks by ramming. It is invulnerable to Missiles; use Charge Beam attacks. The protective orbs can be permanently destroyed. Once enough damage is dealt, it reverts to normal, vulnerable to six Missiles to break its barrier.

6. Yakuza

   A spider boss faced at the Reactor Core in the Main Deck. It breathes fire, crawls, and can grab Samus, causing damage and ramming her. Damage Yakuza by Missiling its mouth when it opens for its fire-breathing attack. After enough damage, its head explodes, and it