The latest update for Blue Lock Rivals has delivered a massive overhaul for Don Lorenzo, the Golden Defender. Dubbed the “ChibiDon” rework, this patch enhances his visual effects, refines his animations, adds new abilities, and introduces a Secret Meme Awakening, solidifying his place on the pitch.
Visual and Animation Upgrades
The rework gives Don Lorenzo a fresh new look and feel, making his presence on the field more impactful than ever.
New Model & Limited Skin: Lorenzo sports a brand-new visual appearance, complemented by a new limited-time skin.
Enhanced VFX: All of his movements now feature more stunning and dazzling Visual Effects (VFX), with his signature golden glow being more pronounced.
Smoother Animations: His core animations have been refined to be smoother and more responsive, improving the overall gameplay feel.
Updated Moveset & New Abilities
Lorenzo’s toolkit has been refined, making him a more versatile and formidable defensive powerhouse.
Zombie Dribble (C): His defensive dribble move used to evade pressure is now smoother and retains its shimmering visual effect.
Zombie Dash (C): This quick movement skill for repositioning or intercepting passes has received updated animations.
NEW: Zombie Steal (V): This is a major addition to his kit. It is an instant tackle move that allows Lorenzo to swiftly steal the ball from an opponent, significantly boosting his defensive pressure and counter-attack potential.
Golden Defense (B): His iconic defensive stance has been preserved but now features updated golden visual effects, making it more visually distinct.
Secret Meme Awakening: Snuffy & Ubers Theme
A hidden and fun addition to the rework is a new Secret Meme Awakening, adding fresh and dynamic moves inspired by the Ubers team.
Two New Moves: This awakening unlocks two special abilities:
Death of a Striker
Yo Michael (inspired by the character Kaiser)
Dynamic Gameplay: These moves provide a more dynamic playstyle and create a strong thematic synergy with the Ubers, offering new strategic options for players.
Active Bonus Codes & Rewards
Alongside the character rework, new active codes have been released, offering free rewards. These codes have limited availability, so redeem them quickly.
Current Active Codes:
ZOMBIETIME– Rewards: 10 Lucky Spins + Lucky FlowYoMichael– Rewards: 8 Lucky SpinsTHEDON– Rewards: 4 Lucky SpinsLASTWEEKSORRY– Rewards: 5 Lucky Spins
How to Redeem:
Launch Blue Lock Rivals.
Look for the “Codes” button on the main screen (often represented by a Twitter/X icon or a gift box).
Enter the codes exactly as shown and claim your rewards.
Conclusion
The Don Lorenzo Rework is one of the most significant character updates in Blue Lock Rivals. It successfully transforms the Golden Defender with performance enhancements, smoother visuals, and the crucial addition of Zombie Steal (V). Combined with the entertaining Secret Meme Awakening and limited-time rewards, this update makes Lorenzo a stronger, more responsive, and more entertaining character to master in every match.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: What is the main new move in the Don Lorenzo rework?
A: The most significant addition is Zombie Steal (V), an instant tackle that allows him to steal the ball from opponents directly.
Q: What are the codes for the Don Lorenzo update?
A: The active codes are ZOMBIETIME, YoMichael, THEDON, and LASTWEEKSORRY. They reward Lucky Spins and other items but are only available for a limited time.
Q: What is the Secret Meme Awakening?
A: It’s a hidden feature that unlocks two new moves: “Death of a Striker” and “Yo Michael,” which are themed around the Snuffy and Ubers narrative.
Q: Has Lorenzo’s visual design changed?
A: Yes, he has received a new model, a limited skin, and significantly enhanced Visual Effects (VFX) on all his abilities, making his golden theme more dazzling.