Greetings! Came here, since this thread was mentioned on PlasticsDB, and I had a few questions, as someone who is properly getting into it as an adult. (For context, I grew up with MFB, and only ever had a Dragoon G from plastic gen)
First is in regards to Draciel F. I know the Beyblade comes with a tub of silicone grease, so that the ball can perform smoother. I wanted to ask where that grease is applied (with pictures, if possible), so I don't end up just wasting the tub and making a mess of my Beyblade. Also on that note, I saw that PlasticsDB mentioned the grease being silicone based. When the tub runs out, is there a replacement brand I can use that will not damage my bey, or will any old silicone grease work?
Second, also in regards to the Draciel family, could anyone possibly recommend a place for where I can get metal balls that are the correct dimensions and weight? I know some of the Draciel family can use extra balls, and I wanted to get matching balls that aren't far off from what they come with in the box. Plus, I feel like that would probably also matter for tournaments, but I may well be wrong. I know when I had asked about this on Reddit, someone mentioned going to a Bicycle shop, but I would prefer to be able to order online, if possible.
Third, I wanted to ask about some general advice on purchases for someone who's more or less new to the plastic gen. Budget in the current climate is something I want to be conscious of, and preferably, id like to get what I can, new in box, for ideal performance, but that isn't strictly necessary. For context, I currently have a Draciel F (new), Dragoon F (new), and Dranzer F (used) coming from Japan, and a Roller Defenser (new, Hasbro) coming in from America. The former 3 were chosen due to their iconic status, and Roller Defenser was chosen, directly because of how affordable it is, and having useful parts. I also own an incomplete Dragoon G from my childhood (no Engine Gear), which I think I read has a good attack ring? I plan on buying beys slowly over time, and want to primarily focus on getting ones that have useful parts above all else, while also not costing like 250$+ (ideally).
Last, I wanted to ask if there was a Discord or any sort of active chat for specifically the plastic gen? I've been getting huge into them, via the anime series, and videos from YouTube, in addition to always just being curious about it as a kid, despite it not being what I grew up with.
Thank you to anyone who responds, and offers some help/advice!