Why Does Hanzo Get 2 Dragons?

Hanzo’s two dragons are a result of a design change made by the Overwatch team, initially having only one dragon, the change was made to better indicate the area of effect of his ultimate ability to prevent players from complaining about being killed outside of the original single dragon’s reach. The decision to give Hanzo two dragons instead of one was purely for gameplay clarity and to make his Dragonstrike ability more visible and fair for all players involved.

Understanding Hanzo and His Dragons

To understand why Hanzo has two dragons, it’s essential to delve into his backstory and how his abilities function within the game.

Hanzo’s Backstory and Abilities

Hanzo’s backstory reveals a complex character with a rich history, particularly his relationship with his brother Genji and their Shimada clan heritage.

FAQs About Hanzo and His Dragons

Below are some frequently asked questions that provide more insight into Hanzo, his dragons, and his relationship with other characters in the Overwatch universe.

1. Do Hanzo and Genji’s dragons have names? The Shimada dragons do not have official names in the game’s canon, although the community has nicknamed Genji’s dragon Soba.

2. What do Hanzo’s dragons do? Hanzo’s dragons are part of his Dragonstrike ultimate ability, which launches a deadly Dragon Spirit that devastates enemies it passes through.

3. Does Hanzo regret killing Genji? Hanzo was forced to kill Genji by the Shimada clan elders, an action that led to Hanzo denouncing his family and seeking redemption.

4. Why can Genji and Hanzo control dragons? The ability to summon and control dragons is unique to the Shimada family, with the dragons being independent beings rather than mere manifestations of the summoner’s will.

5. Why did Hanzo hate Genji? Hanzo did not hate Genji but was instructed by the clan elders to straighten out his brother, leading to a confrontation that ended with Hanzo believing he had killed Genji.

6. Who is stronger in the lore, Genji or Hanzo? The answer varies depending on the context; in the game, Genji often counters Hanzo, but lore-wise, the outcome is less certain, with each having their victories.

7. How is Genji alive if Hanzo killed him? Genji was rescued by Overwatch and Dr. Angela Ziegler, who helped him through an extensive process of cyberization.

8. How did Hanzo lose his legs? There is no clear indication that Hanzo lost his legs; in fact, the Overwatch devs have joked that Hanzo’s legs are not prosthetics, just unusually slender.

9. Why does everyone hate Hanzo? Many players struggle to play Hanzo effectively due to issues with accuracy, positioning, and doing enough damage, leading to frustration.

10. Can Genji deflect Hanzo’s dragon? Yes, Genji can deflect Hanzo’s Dragonstrike with his Deflect ability.

11. Is Hanzo better with a sword than Genji? It is believed that Hanzo is a better swordsman than Genji, though Hanzo has since abandoned the use of swords due to his past actions.

12. Why can Genji control the dragons? Genji’s ability to control the dragons may stem from his connection to the Shimada clan and his decision not to leave it, unlike Hanzo.

13. What is the age difference between Genji and Hanzo? Genji is 37, and Hanzo is 40, according to the Overwatch lore.

14. Who is Genji’s sister? Genji’s sister is Shai, a minor character in the Overwatch universe.

15. Why can’t Hanzo use a sword? Hanzo feels dishonored and thus unworthy to use a sword again after being forced to use it against his brother Genji, opting for a bow instead.