This page covers facts and in-depth game usage of the character, Shing Meteoryte. For a comprehensive reference list of in-game commands, see Command List: Shing Meteoryte.
Shing using Juukouraiha.
Shing Meteoryte (シング・メテオライト Shingu Meteoraito), or Kor Meteor in the West, is the easygoing and cheerful male protagonist from Tales of Hearts. When he tried to save Kohak Hearts, Shing accidentally shatters her Spirune (her heart), which was scattered throughout the world leaving Kohak in an emotionless, doll-like state. This marks the start of his journey as he promised to return Kohak's Spirune shards back to her.
In ACS, Shing's battle style mostly revolves around the use of his Soma (Tales of Hearts term for special weapons that can damage Zerom, monsters that eat Spirunes) "Asteria" (アステリア Asuteria), a sword and buckler combination.
Shing makes up for his below average HP and average stats with a wide arsenal of Strike Artes and Elemental Artes that can be effectively used in the air or on the ground at any range.
Take note that this character is difficult to use and is not recommended for beginners.
Shing receives 30% more damage from Fire Elemental attacks and 20%less damage from Light Elemental Attacks. (Please refer to this page for more information on ACS Elements).
Shing's High Jump is slightly higher than his normal jump.
Shing's Forward Step has a very poor range but has quick execution.
Shing's Backward Leap has average range and speed.
Shing can chain his backward air dash to a forward air dash.
Shing has two melee ground attacks (A and B) and a basic riser attack (C then tap ↑). He also has two melee aerial attacks (A and C).
Shing's melee aerial attack A cannot be used if the combo counter has more than 1 hits.
Most of Shing's aerial artes can be canceled by doing a forward air dash just before the arte has been fully executed. This move is known as Dash Cancel.
Resembling his game's system, Shing uses a Chain Capacity (CC) Gauge, enabling him to use many different artes in his combos as long as he has enough CC to use each arte and does not use the same arte twice in a row.
Shing starts with 10 CC. This number increases by 1 every time a combo costing 3 or more CC is completed. Once his CC reaches 13, though, the number will revert back to 10 after the next combo.
If the combo was in the air, the CC Gauge replenishes when he lands.
During Overlimit Lv1 , Shing's maximum CC starts at 14. During Overlimit Lv2, Shing's CC is frozen at 15.
Some of Shing's artes can be used in succession.
Shing's chain order consists of:
Melee > Any Arte Type (X) > Any Arte Type (Y) > Any Arte Type (X or Z) > etc.
X, Y, and Z represent any of Shing's artes. This is to emphasize that he cannot use the same arte in successive order (with some exceptions of course).
ACS Shing Meteoryte Arte Exhibition (v.5.505b) COMPLETE
Shing Meteoryte's Arte Exhibition by Kratos1991.
Shing slashes forward, slightly pushing anything he hits.
If used successfully in mid-air after Zesshouzan, Hienshousen or Hiou Zesshouzan, Shing's CC will replenish when you land on the ground without resetting the combo counter. This can not be done if the combo is equal to or above 19 hits.
TTS is Fast. TTL is Average if used on the ground and Long if used in mid-air.
Ryuuseishou (Meteor Strike)
Shing charges energy into his shield then shoves it forward.
Combo this arte with Chisaishou repeatedly to almost guarantee Guard Breaks.
Shing jumps forward and quickly slams his sword into the ground.
This arte can be used in succession.
Although this arte costs 1 CC to execute, it is possible to use this arte repeatedly even with 0 CC as long as you initially used it with more than 1 CC. Then, after the initial use, while still holding down, mash A repeatedly. About 10-14 hits can connect before the arte will miss.
The more times you use this arte in this way, the longer the delay is.
It's recommended to go into Overlimit after using Chisaishou five times to avoid the long arte delay.
Shing jumps into the air at a diagonal angle with his sword in front of him.
Quickly pressing B will cause Shing to do another Shouseijin in the opposite direction.
This arte can be used in succession before or after extension.
This arte only costs 1 CC and puts the enemy into a Disabled state. However, using it too high in mid-air can give the opponent enough time to air-tech.
Enemies' can air-tech faster if the combo counter has more hits.
This arte, combined with Dash Cancel, can be used succesively to move Shing on the other side of the battle field. Useful in evading ground based attacks.
A combination of three jump slashes which tosses the opponent in mid-air.
This arte can be used in succession.
Using either Ganzan Messaijin or Kairenjin properly after this arte enables Shing to replenish his CC points when he lands on the ground. Also, The combo counter will not reset during the CC recovery if executed properly.
This is no longer possible if the combo counter reaches 19 hits and above.
This is the only arte that can be chained to Beryl Benito'sDizzy Typhoon to extend the combo.
This is no longer possible if the combo counter reaches 52 hits and above.
A 3-part attack consisting of a sword slash followed by a shield bash then finished with a reverse C-shape upward slash.
This arte slightly knocks an enemy back and inflicts the Disabled status change when used on the ground.
Using Ganzan Messaijin properly after this arte and while an enemy is against a wall enables Shing to replenish his CC points when he lands on the ground. Also, The combo counter will not reset during the CC recovery if executed properly.
This is no longer possible if the combo counter reaches 19 hits and above.
This arte hits 6 times when used on the ground but only hits 3 times when used in mid-air.
Using Ganzan Messaijin properly after this arte enables Shing to replenish his CC points when he lands on the ground. Also, The combo counter will not reset during the CC recovery if executed properly.
This is no longer possible if the combo counter reaches 19 hits and above.
This arte slightly knocks an enemy back when used on the ground.
A 2-part attack consisting of a upward jump slash which tosses the opponent in mid-air followed by a downward slash which calls forth a lightning bolt.
An upward jump slash shaped like an arch with Shing's sword covered in flame. This arte tosses the opponent in mid-air.
One of Shing's most overused arte because of its strength and easy connectivity with other artes.
Slightly pulls the enemy towards Shing. Use Shouseijin to shift to the opponents side and remove him from being cornered against a wall.
This arte can be used in succession.
Using either Ganzan Messaijin or Kairenjin (if against a wall for Kairenjin) properly after this arte enables Shing to replenish his CC points when he lands on the ground. Also, The combo counter will not reset during the CC recovery if executed properly.
This is no longer possible if the combo counter reaches 19 hits and above.
A strong yet slow downward jump slash which causes rocks to disperse forward.
Has a slow execution time and must be used with an arte that sends the opponent in mid-air to connect properly.
Allows Shing to replenish his CC points when landing on the ground. Also, the combo counter will not reset during the CC recovery if executed properly.
This is no longer possible if the combo counter reaches 19 hits and above.
A combo of multiple sword thrusts aiming the opponent's legs up to the head.
Slightly tosses the opponent in mid-air.
Light Elemental.
Using Ganzan Messaijin properly after this arte enables Shing to replenish his CC points when he lands on the ground. The combo counter will not reset during the CC recovery if executed properly.
This is no longer possible if the combo counter reaches 19 hits and above.
Shing lunges forward and pierces the enemy while passing through them. Then he performs a diagonal jump slash which returns him to his original vertical position and finishes the move with a downward sword thrust which summons multiple lightning bolts to strike within his proximity.
This arte is difficult to chain with most of Shing's arte due to the long delay after use.
Use this arte at point blank and not against a wall to deal maximum damage.
An upward slash that tosses the opponent in mid-air. It is followed by an upward sword thrust which releases a sword-like beam of light to pierce the opponent.
Very difficult to chain with most of Shing's artes since the enemy can air-tech after the last hit.
Shing dashes behind the opponent and knocks them into the air, then unleashes a flurry of attacks at lightning speed from every angle. For the final blow he appears above the enemy in the middle of a storm and stabs downwards along with a lightning bolt.
Pressing ↑ and then E to use this arte will replace his original cut-in from Tales of Hearts.
Press and hold ↑ during the animation to display Shing's Tales of VS. cut-in during the final blow.
This arte normally costs 3 CC points but can still be executed with even if you only have 2 CC points left.
Tales of ACS v5.503 Shing Meteoryte Unknown Story Mode
Shing beating his Unknown story mode by being as aggressive as possible with minimal blocking/evasion.
Battle Strategy[]
Shing is generally a character that relies a lot on his combos and evasion. You should use Shing aggressively and attack enemies with combos at every chance you've got. Only evade and defend when it is absolutely necessary.
Advanced tips on Attacking[]
Try to master the All Purpose Combo indicated in the General Use Combos Section and use it at every chance you've got.
Attack your enemies from all directions and try to incorporate feints (Suddenly stopping in mid-combo) and side shifts (Using Seijinzeppa or Souseijin) in your attacks to confuse the enemy.
Attack your enemies when they are downed on the floor but becareful of mystic artes and counter attacks.
Regularly use Shing's Mystic Arte since its TP cost is not very high. Shing doesn't really need to use TP other than for his Mystic Arte and Dizzy Typhoon.
Against advancing melee fighters, Intercept their advances using Seieirenpa or Juukouraiha and follow up your intercept with combos.
Against blocking enemies, use Chisaishou and Ryuuseishou repeatedly until the enemy is inflicted with Guard Break then follow up with a disabling arte (Shishisenkou, Souseijin) or a Hienshousen > Dizzy Typhoon > [Insert Basic Combo] combo.
Against spell casters and long range fighters, always stay close to them and keep attacking. Take advantage of Shing's artes that allow attacking and evasion at the same time (Raijinga, Seijinzeppa). Don't let them cast spells or set up for long range battles.
Against enemies with marked/hidden Penetrate counters, Use Seieirenpa to immediately deplete their penetrate counters and make them stagger. Take note that the enemy must be at mid-range where the sonic slashes of Seieirenpa disappear.
Only use Overlimit Lv2 offensively when you feel that you can deal the finishing blow.
When attacking, always watch your enemy's Overlimit Gauge since Shing's combos are usually long and the enemy can easily cancel it using Overlimit. You can also use artes that can juggle your opponent in mid-air (Hiou Zesshouzan, Hienshousen) to prevent them from using Overlimit.
Shing's combos increase the enemy's TP and Overlimit Gauge at a faster rate than other ACS characters so its best to mix a few short combos in your offenses when you think the enemy is baiting you to use a long combo to create an opening using Overlimit.
Advanced tips on Blocking/Evasion[]
Try to evade attacks at every chance you've get rather than blocking them. Don't try blocking attacks having more than 7 hits since Shing's guard usually breaks at that point.
On evading wide area of effect attacks, use Shing's double jump then repeatedly spam Kuuretsusen to stay afloat or use [Souseijin > Dash Cancel] repeatedly to move Shing to the other side of the field. If you need to increase your jump height, use Souseijin and its extension repeatedly.
Side shifting using Seijinzeppa is one of the best ways to evade and attack at the same time. Use this to your advantage especially if Shing is cornered against a wall.
Against enemies with unmarked Penetrate status, try to stay afloat using Kuuretsusen and stay away from the enemy's attacking range. Wait for their Penetrate status to expire before attacking again.
Never use your Overlimit Lv1 offensively, always make sure to use Overlimit defensively and cancel an enemy's combo. Try doing this as often as necessary since Shing can easily fill his Overlimit Gauge with his high hit count combos.
Against multiple enemies at the same time, focus more on evading their attacks and take them out one at a time. Shing is not very good against multiple enemies since he lacks good artes that have wide area of effect.
Total number of hits would depend on the combos used in Note 4 and Note 6 and Shouou Jin'eizan. It usually from 50 to 80 hits.
Damage is 1/4 of Kakashi Scarecrow's (500) HP if Shouou Jin'eizan is not used. Damage is about 1/2 of Kakashi Scarecrow's (500) HP if Shouou Jin'eizan is used.
Requirements:
Small amount of TP for Dizzy Typhoon.
45% TP for Shouou Jin'eizan (Optional).
Notes:
Note 1: Connecting Ganzan Messaijin from Hiou Zesshouzan requires timing. Press ↓←D just as Shing reaches the peak of Hiou Zesshouzan arch jump. Wait for your CC Gauge to recover before using Shippuusen.
Note 2: Timing is necessary in using Kairenjin to prevent the enemy from air-teching. Press ↓→ B once Shing starts free falling while using Hienshousen. Using this arte to early would allow an enemy to air-tech and using it to late would make Shing use Kairenjin on the ground. Wait for your CC Gauge to recover again before using Shippuusen.
Note 3: This will allow Shing to pull an enemy towards him. Used to remove enemies against a wall.
Note 4: Use Chisaishou just as Shing lands from Shouseijin. Using this arte too early would result to Shing performing it while facing the opposite direction. Take note that since you've switch sides with the enemy after using Shouseijin, the ← and → directional buttons when using artes will reverse.
Note 5: The arte/s you will use here is up to you and will depend on your remaining CC which ranges from about 2 to 5. Just make sure to leave atleast 2 CC for Shing to use Hienshousen
(Recommended Artes to use: Chisaishou, Shouseijin or Hienshousen)
Note 6: This support arte requires certain timing to execute. Press → F just as Shing is about to land from Hienshousen. If you've yet to grasp the timing, you can always spam →F while Shing is using Hienshousen.
Note 7: Insert your favorite combo here. Also, to use Shouou Jin'eizan or not will be your call.
This is Shing's Bread and Butter Combo, A little long but has very few requirements.
A > ↓ ← A > ↓ → ← D > ↓ ← D > ↓ ← A > ↓ → C > ↓ → B > ↓ ← A > ↓ ← → A > ↓ ← A > ↓ ← → A > ↓ → C > → F > ↓ ← A > ↓ ← → A > → ↓ ← B > ↓ ← → A > → ↓ ← B > ( ↓ A )x5 > ↓ F > ↓ ← A > ( ↓ ← → A > → ↓ ← B )Repeat until 5 CC remains > ↓ ← C > E.
Total Hits = 174.
Damage is 4/5 of Kakashi Scarecrow's 500 HP.
Requirements:
Tales of ACS v5.501 New Shing Meteoryte Combo 174 Hits
Note 1: Connecting Ganzan Messaijin from Hiou Zesshouzan requires timing. Press ↓←D just as Shing reaches the peak of Hiou Zesshouzan arch jump. Wait for your CC Gauge to recover before using Shippuusen.
Note 2: Timing is necessary in using Kairenjin to prevent the enemy from air-teching. Press ↓ → C once Shing starts free falling while using Hienshousen. Using this arte to early would allow an enemy to air-tech and using it to late would make Shing use Kairenjin on the ground. Wait for your CC Gauge to recover again before using Shippuusen.
Note 3: This support arte requires certain timing to execute. Press → F just as Shing is about to land from Hienshousen. If you've yet to grasp the timing, you can always spam → F while Shing is using Hienshousen.
Note 4: By this part of the combo, the enemy must be against a wall.
Note 5: The first Chisaishou costs 1 CC to execute. Continuously press ↓ A until you've used Chisaishou four more times. The CC Gauge is 0 at this point but Shing can still use Chisaishou.
Shing has a total of 6 Story Modes, ranging from Easy to Chaos. Note that all modes including and preceding Hard feature opponents that come in "Rounds", meaning that the field, positions, and statistics (HP and otherwise) will reset once an opponent is defeated. Modes after Hard feature opponents that come one after another, meaning that the fields, positions, and statistics of your character will not reset once an opponent has been defeated. However, A portion of your HP is refunded whenever an opponent is defeated in Mania Mode.
