Guides Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO Edward Collins

ALL Sparking episodes in Dragon Ball Sparking!

**Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero** draws inspiration from the beloved **Budokai Tenkaichi** series, introducing players to an engaging **story mode** called episode battles. Within this mode, players can unlock and explore **Sparking episodes**, which present **alternative narratives** diverging from the established storyline of the manga and anime.

If you’re curious about **what these alternative narratives involve** or how to access them, you’re not alone. Many fans find the process of uncovering these episodes to be quite challenging. This guide aims to clarify everything related to Sparking episodes in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, explaining how they function and the steps required to unlock them.

### What Are Sparking Episodes?

Sparking episodes in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero are **unique segments** within the story mode that explore **hypothetical scenarios**, contemplating what might have transpired if different choices had been made by the characters. These episodes are crafted to give fans a new angle on the storyline.

Often referred to as **’What if…’** routes or side paths, players will need to **achieve specific goals** during battles to access these episodes. You’ll recognize when you’ve triggered a Sparking episode by a **notification sign**, though its appearance may differ across various character storylines.

It’s important to mention that **not every character** has the same number of Sparking episodes. Some characters might have just one, while others, like Goku, can have up to three. The criteria for unlocking each episode can also differ widely.

### How to View Secondary Objectives in Battles

One notable feature of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is that it doesn’t explicitly detail the criteria for unlocking Sparking episodes, particularly concerning the **secondary objectives** necessary to access these alternative paths.

In battles that offer **multiple routes**, you can usually identify the main path by simply defeating your opponent. However, the objective for unlocking the secondary route will typically be marked by a **double question mark (¿?)** until you discover it.

To view this hidden objective within the game before completing it, follow these steps:

1. Start the battle you wish to inquire about.
2. Once the fight begins, **pause the game**.
3. Select the option labeled **”Combat Details”** from the menu.
4. Here, you can **check the mission objectives**, including the secondary goal needed to access the alternate path.

### Unlocking All Sparking Episodes for Each Character

As previously mentioned, Sparking episodes can be unlocked during specific battles in each character’s storyline by fulfilling a **specific secondary objective**.

Identifying which missions offer multiple routes is simple: on the **episode map**, you’ll see a **green icon with two arrows** pointing in opposite directions next to the mission title.

The secondary objectives can vary, sometimes requiring you to **defeat your opponent swiftly**, make **specific dialogue choices** during scenes, or complete battles without incurring damage from certain attacks.

If you’re looking to experience all the Sparking episodes for each character, it’s crucial **not to lower the difficulty level** in story mode. Decreasing the difficulty will hinder your chances of meeting the secondary conditions needed to unlock these alternative routes. The game will notify you if you attempt to adjust the difficulty. Therefore, it’s recommended to play on normal difficulty during missions with multiple routes, while you can use lower difficulty settings for standard missions if you prefer.

Below, you’ll find detailed instructions on the story mode for each of the **eight main characters**, outlining the specific requirements and steps to access their Sparking paths.

#### Sparking Episodes in Goku’s Story

In Goku’s story mode, players can unlock up to **three alternative routes**, titled:

– Side by Side
– Surpassing Limits
– The Changing Future

#### Sparking Episodes in Vegeta’s Story

In Vegeta’s story mode, players can unlock up to **two alternative routes**, titled:

– Parental Bond
– First Place

#### Sparking Episodes in Son Gohan’s Story

In Son Gohan’s story mode, players can unlock **one alternative route**, titled:

– The Strongest Warrior

#### Sparking Episodes in Piccolo’s Story

In Piccolo’s story mode, players can unlock **one alternative route**, titled:

– A Mentor’s Lesson