The introduction of the VI-O-LA motorcycle in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond added a whole new level of speed to the game, especially in Sol Valley. To fully utilize this potential, you’ll need Power-Up Tanks.
The green gauge on the VI-O-LA fills as you move. When it’s full, you can activate a boost to reach top speed and perform a quick drift that will damage nearby enemies. Boost tanks solve the problem of conserving a single charge.
Each tank you find adds one additional charge to your supply. This means you can build up multiple full bars and use power-ups in a row. Important: These items do not increase VI-O-LA’s top speed, but they do allow you to maintain it longer.
There are only three VI-O-LA Power-Up Tanks in the game . Finding them all will grant you a maximum of four Power-Up Charges. All are located in Sol Valley.
The first reservoir is located on the western edge of Sol Valley , approximately halfway between Fury Green and Volt Forge. It’s not initially visible—you need to activate a special frame to reach it.
Activating this frame requires a Fire Shot . Obtain it by returning the Fire Chip to Mils, then head to the designated location.
The second reservoir is located almost opposite the first, on the eastern edge of the map , north of Flair Pool.
As with the first instance, activate the frame to materialize the item. This requires an Ice Shot , which can be obtained in the Ice Belt.
The final tank is located directly south of the Chrono Tower , almost directly adjacent to the force field surrounding the tower.
The frame here is activated by a Thunder Shot , which is obtained from the Power Core in Volt Forge.
Once you’ve found all three reservoirs, you’ll be able to roam Sol Valley with a full supply of power-ups.
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