Formchange

Formchange is a mechanic introduced in Kingdom Hearts III. Formchange allows Sora to change his abilities or the form of his Keyblade. Formchanges are triggered via Situation Command after achieving sufficient damage with a Keyblade. Certain Keyblades will also have the ability to Formchange a second time. Formchange is a mechanic that borrows cosmetic and technical concepts from Command Styles and Drive Forms both, and allows Sora to manipulate his Keyblade's form similar to the wielders from Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep.

Development
The concept of having the Keyblade transformed into different forms has existed since Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix with the Lingering Will being able to transform the Ends of the Earth Keyblade into different forms. The idea was incorporate into Kingdom Hearts III's gameplay to show the growth of Sora's skill as he trained and become a more masterful Keyblade wielder.

Guardian Form and Strike Form were originally referred to as Guard Form (ガードフォーム) and Power Form (パワーフォーム) in early gameplay notes and were consider as Drive Forms before the introduction of the concept of Formchange.

List of Forms

 * Second Form (2ndフォーム) - A form that allows Sora to access his abilities from previous adventures. Sora wears his Kingdom Hearts II outfit. It is triggered by the Kingdom Key, Starlight, Midnight Blue, Phantom Green, and Dawn Till Dusk. The Keyblade used determines the third level finisher.
 * Guardian Form (ガーディアンフォ一ム) - A form emphasizing defensive capabilities. Sora wears yellow clothing. Triggered by Hero's Origin, Hunny Spout, and Classic Tone.
 * Strike Form (ストライクフォ一ム) - A form emphasizing strong physical attacks. Sora wears red clothing and the form is similar to Valor Form. Triggered by Favorite Deputy, Happy Gear, and Wheel of Fate.
 * Element Form (エレメントフォーム) - A form emphasizing magic and long-range attacks. Sora wears blue clothing and the form is similar to Wisdom Form. Triggered by Shooting Star and Ever After.
 * Blitz Form (ブリッツォーム) - A form emphasizing speed and mobility. Sora wears green clothing. Triggered by Crystal Snow, Nano Gear, and Grand Chef.
 * Rage Form (レイジフォーム) - A form that allows Sora to channel his darkness in desperate circumstances. Sora takes on the appearance of a Pureblood Heartless, similar to AntiForm. It has a chance of being triggered when Sora reaches critical health, regardless of current Keyblade.
 * Ultimate Form (アルティメットフォーム) - A form that unleashes the ultimate power of the Keyblade. Sora wears white clothes, similar to Final Form. Triggered by Ultima Weapon.

Notes and references
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