Von Bolt
New Black Hole commander in Advance Wars: Dual Strike.
Von Bolt is a commanding officer in *Advance Wars: Dual Strike*. He is one of four new Black Hole commanding officers introduced in the game (alongside Kindle, Koal, and Jugger), bringing the total number of Black Hole COs to five when including the returning Sturm.
- Character
- General
- Affiliation
- Black Hole
- First Appears
- Advance Wars: Dual Strike
- Specialty
- Unknown
- Status
- Active
Lore & Background
Von Bolt is a new commanding officer for Black Hole in *Advance Wars: Dual Strike*. He is one of four new Black Hole COs added to the game, which also includes one new CO for Orange Star (Jake), and one each for Blue Moon, Yellow Comet, and Green Earth. The source does not describe his backstory, affiliation with any other nation, or any specific rivalry. His role is as a commander in the Black Hole army, which has returned under a new leader seeking eternal life by draining the energy of Omega Land. The source does not state that Von Bolt is the leader of Black Hole or that he has any special relationship with the previous Black Hole COs.
In Their Own Story
The source does not provide a specific narrative scene or dialogue for Von Bolt. He is listed among the 27 total COs in the game, which includes all COs from the previous two games except Sturm, plus nine new COs. Von Bolt is one of those nine new COs, and he serves Black Hole. The campaign storyline involves the Allied Nations struggling against Black Hole's new commander, and they are eventually joined by several former Black Hole commanding officers, but the source does not specify which former Black Hole COs join the Allies or whether Von Bolt is among them.
Reader's Guide
In *Advance Wars: Dual Strike*, Von Bolt is a playable commanding officer. Like all COs, he can be used in Campaign (including Hard Campaign), War Room, Versus, and Link modes. The game's Dual Strike feature allows players to use two COs in a single army, switching between them mid-battle to cover weaknesses. When using two COs, a Tag Power (also called Dual Strike) can be used, allowing both COs' Super CO powers to be used consecutively in the same turn. COs gain experience and can be promoted after victorious battles in War Room or Campaign, unlocking skills that can enhance their fighting styles. Each CO can use up to four skills at once. The source does not specify Von Bolt's specific CO power, Super CO power, or any unit or terrain specialties. His abilities and stats are not described in the provided text.
Did You Know?
- Von Bolt is one of nine new COs introduced in *Advance Wars: Dual Strike*, which has a total of 27 COs.
- He is one of four new Black Hole commanding officers in the game; the fifth Black Hole CO is the returning Sturm.
- The source does not state that Von Bolt appears in any *Advance Wars* game before *Dual Strike*.
- All COs from the previous two games including Sturm return in *Dual Strike* (Sturm is playable via link cable or cheat device), meaning Von Bolt is not a returning CO from those titles.
- The game's storyline involves Black Hole returning under a new commander, but the source does not identify that commander as Von Bolt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Von Bolt?
Von Bolt is a celebrated general known for his calm demeanor and tactical brilliance, originally fighting for Orange Star before leading the Blue Moon nation. He first appeared in the original Game Boy Advance title as one of the franchise's most distinctive commanders.
What are Von Bolt's specialties and role?
He specializes exclusively in armored warfare strategies that prioritize tank units above all others. As a cool commander for Blue Moon, his unique style focuses on leveraging heavy armor to dominate the battlefield.
Which factions has Von Bolt served?
Von Bolt initially served as part of Orange Star in the first game before becoming a key figure leading the Blue Moon nation in subsequent conflicts. His status remains active throughout the series' timeline.
Why is Von Bolt important to fans?
Fans remember him for his unique command style and his rivalry with other top generals, making him a standout character in the series. His mastery of tanks sets him apart from many other commanders who rely on mixed unit compositions.
How does Von Bolt's story conclude?
Von Bolt remains an active general with no definitive end to his story within the current canon. He continues to be recognized as a key figure in ongoing conflicts following his leadership of Blue Moon.
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