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[[File:02UM Kyo Profile.png|right|thumb|x600px]][[File:02UM_Kyo_0.gif|right|260px]] | <section begin="image"/>[[File:02UM Kyo Profile.png|right|thumb|x600px]]<section end="image"/>[[File:02UM_Kyo_0.gif|right|260px]] | ||
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Corner Only<br/> | Corner Only<br/> | ||
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cr.B, cr.A, df+D = 17%<br/> | {{Hover|[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8 cr.B, cr.A, df+D]|[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8 2B, 2A, 236D]}} = 17%<br/> | ||
(jump-in), cl.C, qcf+C > hcb+P > f+P > dp+P = 21%<br/> | {{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=3 (jump-in), cl.C, qcf+C > hcb+P > f+P > dp+P]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=3 (jump-in), cl.C, 236C > 63214P > 6P > 623P]}} = 21%<br/> | ||
(optional cross-up), cl.C, qcf+D>K, hcb+B, qcf+A/st.D = 22-27%<br/> | {{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=6 (optional cross-up), cl.C, qcf+D>K, hcb+B, qcf+A/st.D]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=6 (optional cross-up), cl.C, 236D>K, 63214B, 236A/5D]}} = 22-27%<br/> | ||
(jump-in), cl.C, qcf+D>K, hcb+B, qcf+A > hcb+P > hcb+K = 33%<br/> | {{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=13 (jump-in), cl.C, qcf+D>K, hcb+B, qcf+A > hcb+P > hcb+K]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=13 (jump-in), cl.C, 236D>K, 63214B, 236A > 63214P > 63214K]}} = 33%<br/> | ||
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| '''1 Bar''' | | '''1 Bar''' | ||
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Very Close<br/> | Very Close<br/> | ||
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cr.B, st.A/cr.A, qcfx2+A = 27%<br/> | {{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=17 cr.B, st.A/cr.A, qcfx2+A]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=17 2B, 5A/2A, 236236A]}} = 27%<br/> | ||
<i>• Note: Do it as {{Hover|cr.B, qcf, st.A/cr.A, qcf+A|2B, 236, 5A/2A, 236A}}.</i> | |||
(optional cross-up), cl.C, qcf+D>K, qcb,hcf+P = 34%<br/> | {{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=21(optional cross-up), cl.C, qcf+D>K, qcb,hcf+P]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=21(optional cross-up), cl.C, 236D>K, 2141236P]}} = 34%<br/> | ||
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| '''2 Bar''' | | '''2 Bar''' | ||
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<br/> | <br/> | ||
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(jump-in), cl.C, df+D(1), qcf+BC, | {{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=26 (jump-in), cl.C, df+D(1), qcf+BC, {(C)qcf+A, (C)qcf+C}x2 (SC) qcfx2+A]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=21 (jump-in), cl.C, 3D(1), 236BC, [(C)236A, (C)236C]x2 (SC) 236236A]}} = 43%<br/> | ||
(optional cross-up), cl.C, qcf+D>K, hcb+B (SC) qcb,hcf+P = 40%<br/> | {{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=33 (optional cross-up), cl.C, qcf+D>K, hcb+B (SC) qcb,hcf+P]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=33 (optional cross-up), cl.C, 236D>K, 63214B (SC) 2141236P]}} = 40%<br/> | ||
(optional cross-up), cl.C, df+D(2), qcf+BC, | |||
{{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=40 (optional cross-up), cl.C, df+D(2), qcf+BC, (C){qcf+A, (C)qcf+C}x2 (SC) qcfx2+A]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=40 (optional cross-up), cl.C, 3D(2), 236BC, {(C)236A, (C)236C}x2 (SC) 236236A]}} = 50%<br/> | |||
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| '''3 Bar''' | | '''3 Bar''' | ||
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Very Close<br/> | Very Close<br/> | ||
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(optional cross-up), cl.C, qcf+D>K, qcb,hcf+AC = 45%<br/> | {{Hover|1=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=47 (optional cross-up), cl.C, qcf+D>K, qcb,hcf+AC]|2=[https://youtu.be/3RJoXUfEAk8?t=47 (optional cross-up), cl.C, 236D>K, 2141236AC]}} = 45%<br/> | ||
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|} | |} | ||
== Gameplay Overview == | == Gameplay Overview == | ||
The '''main''' main protagonist is back with the same Nests rekka style but long time fans will surely notice and enjoy some welcomed improvements. With a limited but good set of mid range tools to keep the opponent pinned down (st.B, qcf+A) Kyo then aims to force his way in (j.D/CD) to do what he's best at, pressuring and mixing up the opponent (cr.B, j.B/d+C) until landing a solid cl.C for great meterless and meter conversions.<br> | {{StrengthsAndWeaknesses | ||
Although the main focus is on starting his own offense, Kyo does also have some good tools to protect his space and defend himself (nj.B, dp+P). With some nice match-up coverage tools sprinkled in (st.D), Kyo proves to be a potentially very strong character with an answer to most midrange situations although still lacking when further away.<br> | | description =The '''main''' main protagonist is back with the same Nests rekka style but long time fans will surely notice and enjoy some welcomed improvements. With a limited but good set of mid range tools to keep the opponent pinned down ({{Hover|st.B, qcf+A|B, 236A}}) Kyo then aims to force his way in (j.D/CD) to do what he's best at, pressuring and mixing up the opponent ({{Hover|cr.B, j.B/d+C|2B, j.B/2C}}) until landing a solid cl.C for great meterless and meter conversions.<br> | ||
Although the main focus is on starting his own offense, Kyo does also have some good tools to protect his space and defend himself (nj.B, {{Hover|dp+P|623P}}). With some nice match-up coverage tools sprinkled in ({{Hover|st.D|D}}), Kyo proves to be a potentially very strong character with an answer to most midrange situations although still lacking when further away.<br> | |||
<br> | <br> | ||
'''With great power comes great execution'''. With a number of simple and decent options to fall back on, a tough wall to break to master Kyo will be building up the execution for his optimal meter conversions that make him shine as an anchor. | |||
| intro =The main main protagonist is back with the same Nests rekka style but long time fans will surely notice and enjoy some welcomed improvements. | |||
With great power comes great execution. A tough wall to break to master Kyo will be building up the execution for his optimal meter conversions that make him shine as an anchor.}} | |||
==Basic Actions== | ==Basic Actions== | ||
{{cot|Idle, Jump, Dash, Wake-up}} | {{cot|Idle, Jump, Dash, Wake-up}} | ||
{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | {{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | ||
|moveId=kyo_st0,kyo_cr0 | |moveId=kyo_st0,kyo_cr0 | ||
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|description2= | |description2= | ||
}} | }} | ||
<br> | |||
{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | {{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | ||
|moveId=kyo_hop,kyo_jump | |moveId=kyo_hop,kyo_jump | ||
|name=Hop/Jump | |name=Hop / Jump | ||
|tab1=Hop | |tab1=Hop | ||
|tab2=Jump | |tab2=Jump | ||
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|description2= | |description2= | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
Jump arcs with good height and speed. Hyper hop able to go over middle height standing characters which helps for cross-ups. Note that if j.d+C is used, the jump's native 1f recovery is replaced by j.d+C's own 5f landing recovery, rending it particularly weak to low profiles.<br> | Jump arcs with good height and speed. Hyper hop able to go over middle height standing characters which helps for cross-ups. Note that if {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}} is used, the jump's native 1f recovery is replaced by {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}}'s own 5f landing recovery, rending it particularly weak to low profiles.<br> | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
* Unthrowable by grounded throws for the entire duration. | * Unthrowable by grounded throws for the entire duration. | ||
* When buffered, hyper hop and super jump lose their start-up and become frame 1 airborne. Will avoid low meaties on wake-up. | * When buffered, hyper hop and super jump lose their start-up and become frame 1 airborne. Will avoid low meaties on wake-up. | ||
}} | }} | ||
<br> | |||
{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | {{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | ||
|moveId=kyo_walk,kyo_run | |moveId=kyo_walk,kyo_run | ||
|name=Walk/Run | |name=Walk / Run | ||
|input=b/f ; f,f, Hold to maintain | |input=b/f ; f,f, Hold to maintain | ||
|input2=4/6; 66, Hold to maintain | |||
|tab1=Walk | |tab1=Walk | ||
|tab2=Run | |tab2=Run | ||
|size=37% | |||
|image=02UM_Kyo_walk.gif | |image=02UM_Kyo_walk.gif | ||
|imageSize=x250px | |imageSize=x250px | ||
|hitbox=02UM_Kyo_run.gif | |hitbox=02UM_Kyo_run.gif | ||
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|description2= | |description2= | ||
}} | }} | ||
<br> | |||
{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | {{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | ||
|moveId=kyo_backdash | |moveId=kyo_backdash | ||
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|description= | |description= | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
Backdash arc with good height, distance and speed. The latter two are increased when using j.d+C; the earlier it's done, the bigger the boost. Doing it properly makes Kyo's backdash an incredible escape/bait option.<br> | Backdash arc with good height, distance and speed. The latter two are increased when using {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}}; the earlier it's done, the bigger the boost. Doing it properly makes Kyo's backdash an incredible escape/bait option.<br> | ||
Note that if j.d+C is used, the backdash's native 3f recovery is replaced by j.d+C's own 5f landing recovery, making it weaker against low profiles in near corner situations.<br> | Note that if {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}} is used, the backdash's native 3f recovery is replaced by {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}}'s own 5f landing recovery, making it weaker against low profiles in near corner situations.<br> | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
* Airborne while active. | * Airborne while active. | ||
}} | }} | ||
<br> | |||
{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | {{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | ||
|moveId=kyo_wakeup,kyo_recoveryroll | |moveId=kyo_wakeup,kyo_recoveryroll | ||
|name=Wake-up/Recovery Roll | |name=Wake-up / Recovery Roll | ||
|input=/ ; AB when hitting the ground | |input=/ ; AB when hitting the ground | ||
|tab1=Wake-up | |||
|tab2=Recovery Roll | |||
|size=38% | |||
|image=02UM_Kyo_wakeup.gif | |||
|imageSize=x250px | |||
|hitbox=02UM_Kyo_recoveryroll.gif | |||
|hitboxSize=x250px | |||
|description2= | |description2= | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Normals== | ==Normals== | ||
===Far Standing Normals=== | |||
==== ==== | |||
{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | |||
|moveId=kyo_sta | |||
|description= | |||
<br> | |||
A cancelable standing jab with poor priority but decent range and speed. Can be used to stuff hops early but a well timed {{Hover|st.B|B}} is generally preferred.<br> | |||
<br> | |||
* Cancelable on hit/whiff. | |||
* Chains into every lights but cl.A/B. | |||
|phases= | |||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights=142px> | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.A_1.png|'''Startup''' | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.A_2.png|'''Active''' | |||
</gallery> | |||
}} | |||
==== ==== | |||
{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | |||
|moveId=kyo_stb | |||
|description= | |||
<br> | |||
A long and fast kick lacking in priority but with enough range and speed to make a good poke for keeping the opponent out while having the height to clip an early hop. Typically great to dissuade the opponent from approchaing before forcing your own way in. | |||
|phases= | |||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights=130px> | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.B_1.png|'''Late Startup''' | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.B_2.png|'''Active''' | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.B_3.png|'''Early Recovery''' | |||
</gallery> | |||
}} | |||
==== ==== | |||
{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | |||
|moveId=kyo_stc | |||
|captions=''This is not okay.'' | |||
|description= | |||
<br> | |||
Very lackluster range for such a slow button with a severe lack of active frames, an unsettling tendency to be whiff punished and no conversion whatsoever. To put it bluntly this move could do double the damage with double the speed and it would still be pretty bad but it doesn't even have that. Mostly appears when messing up cl.C's spacing, frustration usually ensues. | |||
|phases= | |||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights=157px> | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.C_1.png|Frames '''4~9''' | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.C_2.png|Frames '''10~12''' | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.C_3.png|'''Active''' | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.C_4.png|'''Early Recovery''' | |||
</gallery> | |||
}} | |||
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{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | |||
|moveId=kyo_std | |||
|captions=''No slides allowed.'' | |||
|description= | |||
A fairly fast high kick with decent range and good enough priority to beat a lot of opposing pokes near its tip. Being slower and shorter than {{Hover|st.B hurts st.D|B hurts D}}'s value as a standard poke but it instead strives as a dedicated low crush thanks to its huge low invincible window. You can use it to go over a predictable {{Hover|cr.B/D|2B/D}} and even when wrong, as long as it reaches its short recovery and good pushback will keep it safe.<br> | |||
<br> | |||
It's especially great against slides, you can use it on reaction to easily beat Chris/Kula's {{Hover|df+B|3B}}. Lower slides like King/Mary's would go below it but worst case scenario Kyo recovers fast enough to be at frame advantage and potentially land cl.C and best case scenario Kyo did {{Hover|st.D|D}} late enough to still be active and hit them as they start recovering and getting up. | |||
<br> | |||
<br> | |||
<ul><li> Despite how it looks, Kyo is still considered '''grounded''' during {{Hover|st.D|D}} and can get caught by a grounded command grab.</li> | |||
<li> '''Combo Advice''': When certain of a hit, like reacting to a slide, you can max bypass {{Hover|st.D|D}} into <b>{{Hover|qcf+BC, (C)qcf+A, (C)qcf+C (SC) qcfx2+A|236BC, (C)236A, (C)236C (SC) 236236A}}</b> or <b>{{Hover|qcf+BC, [(C)qcf+A, (C)qcf+C]x2 (SC) qcb,hcf+P|236BC, [(C)236A, (C)236C]x2 (SC) 2141236P}}[[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Kyo_Kusanagi/Combos#General_Notes|(Charge)]]</b> to spend 2 bars on a 36/41% conversion.</li></ul> | |||
|phases= | |||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights=180px> | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.D_1.png|'''Startup''' | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.D_2.png|'''Active''' | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.D_3.png|'''Early Recovery''' | |||
</gallery> | |||
}} | |||
<br> | |||
===Close Standing Normals=== | ===Close Standing Normals=== | ||
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* Chains into every light. | * Chains into every light. | ||
| phases = | | phases = | ||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights= | <gallery mode=packed-hover heights=182px> | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cl.A_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cl.A_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cl.A_2.png|'''Active''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cl.A_2.png|'''Active''' | ||
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| description = | | description = | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
A cancelable standing low kick with limited range and especially much too slow to warrant ever using over cr.B. Can be used afer cr.B for a short range 2 hitconfirm starter.<br> | A cancelable standing low kick with limited range and especially much too slow to warrant ever using over {{Hover|cr.B. Can be used afer cr.B|2B. Can be used afer 2B}} for a short range 2 hitconfirm starter.<br> | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
* Cancelable on hit/whiff. | * Cancelable on hit/whiff. | ||
* Chains into every light. | * Chains into every light. | ||
| phases = | | phases = | ||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights= | <gallery mode=packed-hover heights=152px> | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cl.B_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cl.B_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cl.B_2.png|'''Active''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cl.B_2.png|'''Active''' | ||
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{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | {{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | ||
|moveId=kyo_clc | |moveId=kyo_clc | ||
|description= | |description= | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
A very fast and cancelable uppercut with deceptively good range that serves as Kyo's main combo starter and then extends higher for a good secundary grounded anti-air against hops. Can be 1f linked off cr.B for a good frametrap on block but a somewhat limited conversion on hit without max mode.<br> | A very fast and cancelable uppercut with deceptively good range that serves as Kyo's main combo starter and then extends higher for a good secundary grounded anti-air against hops. Can be 1f linked off {{Hover|cr.B|2B}} for a good frametrap on block but a somewhat limited conversion on hit without max mode.<br> | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
* Only the first part is cancelable so a whiff cancel needs to be done very fast. | * Only the first part is cancelable so a whiff cancel needs to be done very fast. | ||
|phases= | |phases= | ||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights= | <br> | ||
<br> | |||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights=300px> | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_cl.C_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cl.C_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cl.C_2.png|Frames '''3~4''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cl.C_2.png|Frames '''3~4''' | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_cl.D_2.png|'''Active''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cl.D_2.png|'''Active''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cl.D_3.png|'''Early Recovery''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cl.D_3.png|'''Early Recovery''' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|description= | |description= | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
A cancelable crouching jab with good priority, range and decent speed. A substitute poke with the mediocre advantage over cr.B of being able to get a spaced df+D conversion. Can also be used as a meaty against [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Advanced_Strategy#Reversal_Superjump|wake-up super jump]] to then link cl.C on grounded hit for better reward.<br> | A cancelable crouching jab with good priority, range and decent speed. A substitute poke with the mediocre advantage over {{Hover|cr.B|2B}} of being able to get a spaced {{Hover|df+D|3D}} conversion. Can also be used as a meaty against [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Advanced_Strategy#Reversal_Superjump|wake-up super jump]] to then link cl.C on grounded hit for better reward.<br> | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
* Cancelable on hit/whiff. | * Cancelable on hit/whiff. | ||
* Chains into every lights. | * Chains into every lights. | ||
|phases= | |phases= | ||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights= | <gallery mode=packed-hover heights=139px> | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cr.A_0.png|'''Idle''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cr.A_0.png|'''Idle''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cr.A_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cr.A_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
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|description= | |description= | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
Kyo's main crouching poke with good priority, range and decent speed. Fails to low profile and isn't cancelable but it at least chains into the cancelable cr.A for close range 2 hitconfirm conversion.<br> | Kyo's main crouching poke with good priority, range and decent speed. Fails to low profile and isn't cancelable but it at least chains into the cancelable {{Hover|cr.A|2A}} for close range 2 hitconfirm conversion.<br> | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
* Chains into every lights. | * Chains into every lights. | ||
|phases= | |phases= | ||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights= | <gallery mode=packed-hover heights=125px> | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cr.B_0.png|'''Idle''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cr.B_0.png|'''Idle''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cr.B_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cr.B_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
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{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | {{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | ||
|moveId=kyo_crc | |moveId=kyo_crc | ||
|description= | |description= | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
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* Only the first part is cancelable so a whiff cancel needs to be done very fast. | * Only the first part is cancelable so a whiff cancel needs to be done very fast. | ||
|phases= | |phases= | ||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights= | <br> | ||
<br> | |||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights=300px> | |||
File:02UM_Kyo_cr.C_0.png|'''Idle''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cr.C_0.png|'''Idle''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cr.C_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cr.C_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
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|description= | |description= | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
Kyo's fairly slow sweep has poor low profile but good range, priority and recovery to make up for it. Canceling it into qcf+A will be safe in a lot of situations. It hits fairly high despite being a low which is a good thing against jumps but also makes it get caught by some counters a lower sweep would go under.<br> | Kyo's fairly slow sweep has poor low profile but good range, priority and recovery to make up for it. Canceling it into {{Hover|qcf+A|236A}} will be safe in a lot of situations. It hits fairly high despite being a low which is a good thing against jumps but also makes it get caught by some counters a lower sweep would go under.<br> | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
* Cancelable on hit/whiff. | * Cancelable on hit/whiff. | ||
<br> | |||
|phases= | |phases= | ||
<gallery mode=packed-hover heights= | <gallery mode=packed-hover heights=151px> | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cr.D_0.png|'''Idle''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cr.D_0.png|'''Idle''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_cr.D_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_cr.D_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
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|description3= | |description3= | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
The only good thing to note is hop A has a good chunk of active frames for a hop, though it isn't deep enough to hit crouching(Bao, Chin, Choi) unlike j.A or neutral j.A | Mediocre and outshone by other jump-ins. The only good thing to note is hop A has a good chunk of active frames for a hop, though it isn't deep enough to hit crouching(Bao, Chin, Choi) unlike j.A or neutral j.A. | ||
}} | }} | ||
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{{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | {{FrameDataCargo-KOF02UM | ||
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|input=j.B | |input=j.B | ||
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hop/jump B have slightly different hitboxes but keep the excellent downard reach, good chunk of active frames and priority that make it Kyo's main air-to-ground jump-in. Being able to reach any character and cross-up '''most''' of them make j.B a good j.d+C substitute.<br> | hop/jump B have slightly different hitboxes but keep the excellent downard reach, good chunk of active frames and priority that make it Kyo's main air-to-ground jump-in. Being able to reach any character and cross-up '''most''' of them make j.B a good {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}} substitute.<br> | ||
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Lacking j.d+C's hitstun, Choi is the only '''standing''' character you can cross-up with hop B and have enough time to land and link cl.C. Hop and jump B are the same for '''crouching''' characters except crouching Hinako that only hop B can cross-up.<br> | Lacking {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}}'s hitstun, Choi is the only '''standing''' character you can cross-up with hop B and have enough time to land and link cl.C. Hop and jump B are the same for '''crouching''' characters except crouching Hinako that only hop B can cross-up.<br> | ||
Neither hop nor jump B can cross-up crouching(Bao, Chin, Choi).<br> | Neither hop nor jump B can cross-up crouching(Bao, Chin, Choi).<br> | ||
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A cancelable shoulder charge with below average speed, range and active frames but good priority and great recovery. Mostly useful to be whiff canceled into a spaced qcf+A to eventually beat an opposing poke meant to stuff said qcf+A.<br> | A cancelable shoulder charge with below average speed, range and active frames but good priority and great recovery. Mostly useful to be whiff canceled into a spaced {{Hover|qcf+A to eventually beat an opposing poke meant to stuff said qcf+A|236A to eventually beat an opposing poke meant to stuff said 236A}}.<br> | ||
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* Cancelable on hit/whiff. | * Cancelable on hit/whiff. | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_st.CD_1.png|'''Late Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_st.CD_1.png|'''Late Startup''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_st.CD_2.png|'''Active''' | File:02UM_Kyo_st.CD_2.png|'''Active''' | ||
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Kyo slams the opponent onto the ground then does an elbow drop. The hard knockdown gives Kyo a ton of oki options, including his signature run-up hyper hop j.d+C to cross-up and combo the opponent on wake-up. Practice timing it so that you'll catch them as soon as they get up.<br> | Kyo slams the opponent onto the ground then does an elbow drop. The hard knockdown gives Kyo a ton of oki options, including his signature run-up hyper hop {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}} to cross-up and combo the opponent on wake-up. Practice timing it so that you'll catch them as soon as they get up.<br> | ||
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While this is a much better offensive throw than his C, keep in mind that mixing up the throw you use is important so the opponent has a harder time breaking it.<br> | While this is a much better offensive throw than his C, keep in mind that mixing up the throw you use is important so the opponent has a harder time breaking it.<br> | ||
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* [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Offense#Standing_Overheads|Standing Overhead]]. | * [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Offense#Standing_Overheads|Standing Overhead]]. | ||
<ul><li> '''Mix-up Advice''': After {{Hover|cr.B/A, cr.A you can delay cancel into f+B to get the raw f+B|2B/A, 2A you can delay cancel into 6B to get the raw 6B}} out faster than linking it. This gives you an overhead after {{Hover|cr.A versus just canceling into df+D|2A versus just canceling into 3D}} for a low.</li> | |||
<li> '''Combo Advice''': You can do '''BC run, cl.C''' to combo off a very close {{Hover|f+B. Off the previous mix-up, you can max bypass f+B|6B. Off the previous mix-up, you can max bypass 6B}} into <b>{{Hover|qcf+BC, [(C)qcf+A, (C)qcf+C]x1~2 (SC) qcfx2+A|236BC, [(C)236A, (C)236C]x1~2 (SC) 236236A}}</b> or <b>{{Hover|qcf+BC, [(C)qcf+A, (C)qcf+C]x2 (SC) qcb,hcf+P|236BC, [(C)236A, (C)236C]x2 (SC) 2141236P}}[[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Kyo_Kusanagi/Combos#General_Notes|(Charge)]]</b> to spend 2 bars on a 36~41% conversion.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_raw_f+B_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_raw_f+B_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_raw_f+B_2.png|'''Active''' | File:02UM_Kyo_raw_f+B_2.png|'''Active''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_raw_f+B_3.png|'''Early Recovery''' | File:02UM_Kyo_raw_f+B_3.png|'''Early Recovery''' | ||
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Like most standing overheads, canceling f+B out of a normal on hit/block makes it faster and cancelable although they usually don't change animation like Kyo's f+B that then looks like his 98 Goufu You instead for some reason. It is faster but the first hit's range is tiny, whiffing on almost every non-backturned character for only the second hit to connect, although it only combos off cl.C/D on hit.<br> | Like most standing overheads, canceling {{Hover|f+B out of a normal on hit/block makes it faster and cancelable although they usually don't change animation like Kyo's f+B|6B out of a normal on hit/block makes it faster and cancelable although they usually don't change animation like Kyo's 6B}} that then looks like his 98 Goufu You instead for some reason. It is faster but the first hit's range is tiny, whiffing on almost every non-backturned character for only the second hit to connect, although it only combos off cl.C/D on hit.<br> | ||
It is mostly safe if it gets blocked but falls short of being a true blockstring in the first place, it's still a good frametrap but shouldn't be too relied on since the opponent can OS it with a fast invincible reversal.<br> | It is mostly safe if it gets blocked but falls short of being a true blockstring in the first place, it's still a good frametrap but shouldn't be too relied on since the opponent can OS it with a fast invincible reversal.<br> | ||
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Both hits properly combo on the front only on Chang, standing(Shermie) and crouching(Chin, Choi, Xiangfei). Special note that against crouching Choi | Both hits properly combo on the front only on Chang, standing(Shermie) and crouching(Chin, Choi, Xiangfei). Special note that against crouching Choi <b>cl.C, {{Hover|f+B, qcf+C > hcb+P > f+P > dp+P|6B, 236C > 63214P > 6P > 623P}}</b> is a true and good combo. | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': The go-to meterless option on hit is <b>cl.C, {{Hover|f+B, qcf+A|6B, 236A}}</b>, it's mostly very safe on block but {{Hover|qcf+A can whiff on block so using qcf+C|236A can whiff on block so using 236C}} instead is a bit less safe but more consistent. The same max bypass as with raw {{Hover|f+B|6B}} is still possible.</li></ul> | |||
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* It can't cross-up '''crouching''' Shermie off anything other than a normal jump. | * It can't cross-up '''crouching''' Shermie off anything other than a normal jump. | ||
* Biggest restriction is it'll whiff when trying to cross-up [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Crouching_Height|low and tiny '''crouchers''']] except crouching(Choi, Chris). | * Biggest restriction is it'll whiff when trying to cross-up [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Crouching_Height|low and tiny '''crouchers''']] except crouching(Choi, Chris). | ||
<ul> <u>The wake-up frame in KoF is always in a standing state so if {{Hover|j.d+C|j.2C}} is meaty all three of these restrictions are lifted.</u></ul> | |||
* It'll also whiff when trying to cross-up '''standing'''(Kensou, Kasumi, Xiangfei, Billy, Mai, Bao). | * It'll also whiff when trying to cross-up '''standing'''(Kensou, Kasumi, Xiangfei, Billy, Mai, Bao). | ||
* It can cross-up '''standing'''(Chin, Hinako) only off a jump (or super jump), not a hop, and even then spacing that jump is very tight. | * It can cross-up '''standing'''(Chin, Hinako) only off a jump (or super jump), not a hop, and even then spacing that jump is very tight. | ||
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<ul><li> '''Mix-up Advice''': After 2 lights on hit/block point-blank and when possible : hyper hop {{Hover|d+C(hh.d+C) will cross-up a crouching character; micro-walk before hh.d+C|2C(hh.2C) will cross-up a crouching character; micro-walk before hh.2C}} will cross-up a standing character; hop B will hit in front.</li></ul> | |||
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|moveId=kyo_df+D | |moveId=kyo_df+D | ||
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Kyo swings both his legs on the ground to trip his opponent, nothing too special but it compliments his moveset really well. No, it still isn't cancelable but it works well after a cl.C or cr.B, cr.A to give him a limited but easy and mostly safe conversion that boosts his high/low mix-up game.<br> | Kyo swings both his legs on the ground to trip his opponent, nothing too special but it compliments his moveset really well. No, it still isn't cancelable but it works well after a cl.C or {{Hover|cr.B, cr.A|2B, 2A}} to give him a limited but easy and mostly safe conversion that boosts his high/low mix-up game.<br> | ||
Both hits' pushback and recovery keep it very safe on block but if the opponent is willing to spend the bar to [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Defense#Guard_Cancel_AB.2C_GCRoll_.28Break_Roll.2FGuard_Roll.2FGuard_Cancel_Roll.29|GCRoll]] the first kick, they'll get a free punish on the recovering Kyo. Going for it more or less thus depends on situation and opponent.<br> | Both hits' pushback and recovery keep it very safe on block but if the opponent is willing to spend the bar to [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Defense#Guard_Cancel_AB.2C_GCRoll_.28Break_Roll.2FGuard_Roll.2FGuard_Cancel_Roll.29|GCRoll]] the first kick, they'll get a free punish on the recovering Kyo. Going for it more or less thus depends on situation and opponent.<br> | ||
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df+D is extremely fast and has decent low profile so you'd expect to use it as such but it's not great for the job. The range is fairly limited, especially on the second hit that has the unsettling tendency to whiff when spaced a bit making df+D very whiff punishable at close range. If willing to spend the meter with hardly a confirm, canceling to the 1st hit into a max run and another df+D to start a combo is a better alternative for using df+D raw. | {{Hover|df+D|3D}} is extremely fast and has decent low profile so you'd expect to use it as such but it's not great for the job. The range is fairly limited, especially on the second hit that has the unsettling tendency to whiff when spaced a bit making {{Hover|df+D|3D}} very whiff punishable at close range. If willing to spend the meter with hardly a confirm, canceling to the 1st hit into a max run and another {{Hover|df+D to start a combo is a better alternative for using df+D|3D to start a combo is a better alternative for using 3D}} raw. | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': Whether after cl.C or {{Hover|cr.B, cr.A; a df+D max bypass or a df+D(1)|2B, 2A; a 3D max bypass or a 3D(1)}} max cancel into a run is the basis of most of Kyo's max mode potential so it's best to get used to the move and at least just using a max bypass off it.</li></ul> | |||
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|moveId=kyo_dp+a,kyo_dp+c | |moveId=kyo_dp+a,kyo_dp+c | ||
|input=dp + A/C | |input=dp + A/C | ||
|input2=623 A/C | |||
|image=02UM_Kyo_dp+A_2_ima.png | |image=02UM_Kyo_dp+A_2_ima.png | ||
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Kyo does an elbow hit into a quick rising flaming uppercut, a great example of a classic dp. With good speed and full hit and throw invincibility all the way including the first hit, Kyo's dp makes a very good reversal with the light version preferred for being safer on block. Added to the decent horizontal and vertical ranges of the rising part, dp+A makes an effective and reliable anti-air against most jump arcs. Good on hit but keep in mind it's punishable on block or whiff.<br> | Kyo does an elbow hit into a quick rising flaming uppercut, a great example of a classic dp. With good speed and full hit and throw invincibility all the way including the first hit, Kyo's dp makes a very good reversal with the light version preferred for being safer on block. Added to the decent horizontal and vertical ranges of the rising part, {{Hover|dp+A|623A}} makes an effective and reliable anti-air against most jump arcs. Good on hit but keep in mind it's punishable on block or whiff.<br> | ||
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Despite being super cancelable dp+A offers [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|no juggle]] at all, reason why it only does one hit unless on counter hit, and it isn't a sought out combo ender either. As such its combo usage is significantly weaker than the strong version.<br> | Despite being super cancelable {{Hover|dp+A|623A}} offers [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|no juggle]] at all, reason why it only does one hit unless on counter hit, and it isn't a sought out combo ender either. As such its combo usage is significantly weaker than the strong version.<br> | ||
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* Reversal anti-air | * Reversal anti-air | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_dp+A_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_dp+A_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_dp+A_2.png|'''1st hit''' | File:02UM_Kyo_dp+A_2.png|'''1st hit''' | ||
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With the same reversal qualities as dp+A but being worse on block, dp+C is typically left aside although having better vertical range and priority is useful for anti-airing some jump arcs. Having the same speed and properties otherwise, using dp+C over dp+A in neutral mostly comes down to how sure you are you'll connect since dp+C has poor pushback an is much easier to punish.<br> | With the same reversal qualities as {{Hover|dp+A but being worse on block, dp+C|623A but being worse on block, 623C}} is typically left aside although having better vertical range and priority is useful for anti-airing some jump arcs. Having the same speed and properties otherwise, using {{Hover|dp+C over dp+A|623C over 623A}} in neutral mostly comes down to how sure you are you'll connect since {{Hover|dp+C|623C}} has poor pushback an is much easier to punish.<br> | ||
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dp+C shines most for its combo usage. Its solid damage and speed make it a decent combo ender and it giving [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|full juggle]] means you can also spend meter to super cancel into qcb,hcf+P for some extra damage. That ability comes particularly handy in max combos where dp+C can support a juggle or end it with a fast and damaging super cancel.<br> | {{Hover|dp+C|623C}} shines most for its combo usage. Its solid damage and speed make it a decent combo ender and it giving [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|full juggle]] means you can also spend meter to super cancel into {{Hover|qcb,hcf+P|2141236P}} for some extra damage. That ability comes particularly handy in max combos where {{Hover|dp+C|623C}} can support a juggle or end it with a fast and damaging super cancel.<br> | ||
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* Reversal anti-air | * Reversal anti-air | ||
<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': To cancel {{Hover|dp+C into qcb,hcf+P; longcut the dp as hcb,f+C then just add qcf+P|623C into 2141236P; longcut the dp as 632146C then just add 236P}} for the super cancel.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_dp+C_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_dp+C_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_dp+C_2.png|'''1st hit''' | File:02UM_Kyo_dp+C_2.png|'''1st hit''' | ||
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|moveId=kyo_hcb+b,kyo_hcb+d | |moveId=kyo_hcb+b,kyo_hcb+d | ||
|input= hcb + B/D | |input= hcb + B/D | ||
|input2= 63214 B/D | |||
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The weak version makes Kyo do a low invincible spin jump to a punch that launches the opponent in the air. hcb+B's mediocre damage and deceptively short range would be a minor issue if not for being so slow that any hope to use it as a low reversal is lost. Just about any low would recover in time to block.<br> | The weak version makes Kyo do a low invincible spin jump to a punch that launches the opponent in the air. {{Hover|hcb+B|63214B}}'s mediocre damage and deceptively short range would be a minor issue if not for being so slow that any hope to use it as a low reversal is lost. Just about any low would recover in time to block.<br> | ||
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Hcb+B makes up for all its flaws by being Kyo's main juggle tool. A launcher with [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|full juggle]] but without being limited to one use per combo like his qcf+D>K that it instead complements really well. Almost every juggle combo Kyo has relies on hcb+B launching the opponent up for conversion at least once, always with the option to super cancel it into qcb,hcf+P to dump damage.<br> | {{Hover|Hcb+B|63214B}} makes up for all its flaws by being Kyo's main juggle tool. A launcher with [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|full juggle]] but without being limited to one use per combo like his {{Hover|qcf+D>K|236D>K}} that it instead complements really well. Almost every juggle combo Kyo has relies on {{Hover|hcb+B launching the opponent up for conversion at least once, always with the option to super cancel it into qcb,hcf+P|63214B launching the opponent up for conversion at least once, always with the option to super cancel it into 2141236P}} to dump damage.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': When canceling {{Hover|hcb+B into qcb,hcf+P|63214B into 2141236P}} you have to charge it slightly to avoid whiffing.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+B_1.png|Frames '''1~2''' | File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+B_1.png|Frames '''1~2''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+B_2.png|Frames '''3~13''' | File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+B_2.png|Frames '''3~13''' | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+B_4.png|'''Active''' | File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+B_4.png|'''Active''' | ||
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Kyo is grounded for 2f before jumping, meaning a high meaty can easily stuff and combo a wake-up hcb+B. One more reason to the pile of why not use it as a reversal. | Kyo is grounded for 2f before jumping, meaning a high meaty can easily stuff and combo a wake-up {{Hover|hcb+B|63214B}}. One more reason to the pile of why not use it as a reversal. | ||
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The strong version has Kyo lower his head in a high invincible stance then a quick punch in place. Despite being a good amount faster and more damaging than hcb+B, hcb+D rocks the feet of being even worse in neutral by having even less range and being '''punishable on hit''' if 2 bars aren't spent for a super cancel. Any hope to use the high invincibility for anti-air is laughed at when compared to any other option, especially dp+A.<br> | The strong version has Kyo lower his head in a high invincible stance then a quick punch in place. Despite being a good amount faster and more damaging than {{Hover|hcb+B, hcb+D|63214B, 63214D}} rocks the feet of being even worse in neutral by having even less range and being '''punishable on hit''' if 2 bars aren't spent for a super cancel. Any hope to use the high invincibility for anti-air is laughed at when compared to any other option, especially {{Hover|dp+A|623A}}.<br> | ||
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Although not as much as its weaker variant, hcb+D also redeems himself in combos by being a good juggle ender to super cancel out of. Optimally used after a well timed qcf+D>K into hcb+B, hcb+D's huge hitstop then makes it much easier to super cancel into qcb,hcf+P as opposed to using dp+C.<br> | Although not as much as its weaker variant, {{Hover|hcb+D|63214D}} also redeems himself in combos by being a good juggle ender to super cancel out of. Optimally used after a well timed {{Hover|qcf+D>K into hcb+B, hcb+D|236D>K into 63214B, 63214D}}'s huge hitstop then makes it much easier to super cancel into {{Hover|qcb,hcf+P as opposed to using dp+C|2141236P as opposed to using 623C}}.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': When super canceling into {{Hover|qcb,hcf+AC in the corner it's important to do hcb+D|2141236AC in the corner it's important to do 63214D}} as low as possible so you can hold AC and get extra damage from the super's flamebody.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+D_1.png|'''Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+D_1.png|'''Startup''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+D_2.png|'''Active(1)''' | File:02UM_Kyo_hcb+D_2.png|'''Active(1)''' | ||
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|moveId=kyo_rdp+b,kyo_rdp+d | |moveId=kyo_rdp+b,kyo_rdp+d | ||
|input= rdp + B/D | |input= rdp + B/D | ||
|input2= 421 B/D | |||
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Kyo jumps and swings his leg down to kick the opponent on the head in a parabolic arc.<br> | Kyo jumps and swings his leg down to kick the opponent on the head in a parabolic arc.<br> | ||
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The weak version has a fairly low jump arc, similar to his hop, making it prone to getting stuffed by a well timed high poke or air normal. It's also however just the right height and speed to beat most low and mid attacks after a read. Added to its good priority and relative safety on block, rdp+B is a move that carries a decent amount of risk for the opponent to challenge with anything other than a good reversal. Hence the need to not only properly space it to avoid whiffing but also use it sparsely enough so as to not be predictable, becoming an easy target for a patient opponent.<br> | The weak version has a fairly low jump arc, similar to his hop, making it prone to getting stuffed by a well timed high poke or air normal. It's also however just the right height and speed to beat most low and mid attacks after a read. Added to its good priority and relative safety on block, {{Hover|rdp+B|421B}} is a move that carries a decent amount of risk for the opponent to challenge with anything other than a good reversal. Hence the need to not only properly space it to avoid whiffing but also use it sparsely enough so as to not be predictable, becoming an easy target for a patient opponent.<br> | ||
rdp+D is a move with way more commitment. It carries a jump arc high enough to go over mostly any move but it's also slow enough for the opponent to react in time to beat it or at least maneuver around it. This heavily limits its reliable | {{Hover|rdp+D|421D}} is a move with way more commitment. It carries a jump arc high enough to go over mostly any move but it's also slow enough for the opponent to comfortably react in time to beat it or at least maneuver around it. This heavily limits its reliable usage to mostly reading a slow move from far away, often a projectile, and using {{Hover|rdp+D|421D}} to hope to punish said move at best or reduce the distance between the opponent at worst.<br> | ||
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To highlight rdp+B's safety, it's -6 ~ -2 depending on how high it connects, hence why the opponent should always block it while standing. However, its first hitbox can only connect with standing characters with [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Stand_blocking_Height|tall '''block''' height and above]] making it '''-6''' against them and '''-4''' against the rest of the cast with the exception of Bao and Choi against whom it's '''-2'''.<br> | To highlight {{Hover|rdp+B|421B}}'s safety, it's -6 ~ -2 depending on how high it connects, hence why the opponent should always block it while standing. However, its first hitbox can only connect with standing characters with [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Stand_blocking_Height|tall '''block''' height and above]] making it '''-6''' against them and '''-4''' against the rest of the cast with the exception of Bao and Choi against whom it's '''-2'''.<br> | ||
The same logic applies to rdp+D being '''-4''' at worst because even the tallest characters can't reach the first hitbox. A bad consequence of being so high is that it whiffs against a lot of characters crouching in the corner if Kyo is too close.<br> | The same logic applies to {{Hover|rdp+D|421D}} being '''-4''' at worst because even the tallest characters can't reach the first hitbox. A bad consequence of being so high is that it whiffs against a lot of characters crouching in the corner if Kyo is too close.<br> | ||
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Neither of them are all that combo friendly although rdp+B can be used after qcf+D>K for a solid hard knockdown ender when away from the corner where you'd use rekka instead.<br> | Neither of them are all that combo friendly although {{Hover|rdp+B can be used after qcf+D>K|421B can be used after 236D>K}} for a solid hard knockdown ender when away from the corner where you'd use rekka instead.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Mix-up Advice''': {{Hover|rdp+B is Kyo's best hard knockdown to setup a j.d+C|421B is Kyo's best hard knockdown to setup a j.2C}} cross-up off of. Variable wake-up timings make it tedious but it's certainly worth practising.</li></ul> | |||
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|moveId=kyo_qcf+B>K,kyo_qcf+D>K | |moveId=kyo_qcf+B>K,kyo_qcf+D>K | ||
|input=qcf+B > K or qcf+D > K | |input=qcf+B > K or qcf+D > K | ||
|input2=236B > K or 236D > K | |||
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Kyo does a jumping kick and if you press a second kick he will do another one to launch the opponent in the air. This weak version is faster but has less horizontal range, especially when trying to land both hits. A simple cl.C pushes Kyo too far for it, leaving the player with pretty much no option to combo into it on the ground.<br> | Kyo does a jumping kick and if you press a second kick he will do another one to launch the opponent in the air. This weak version is faster but has less horizontal range, especially when trying to land both hits. A simple cl.C pushes Kyo too far for it, leaving the player with pretty much no option to combo into it on the ground.<br> | ||
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It only launches on the second hit, lifting the opponent fairly high but only in a [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|half juggle]] state, thus generally limiting the possible conversions to an early jump-in or a dp+C. Worse than that, the fact the first kick doesn't knockdown coupled with the second's hitbox being fairly high as Kyo is in the air is why qcf+B > K will fail to combo on almost every crouching character making the already hard to land move also punishable on hit.<br> | It only launches on the second hit, lifting the opponent fairly high but only in a [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|half juggle]] state, thus generally limiting the possible conversions to an early jump-in or a {{Hover|dp+C|623C}}. Worse than that, the fact the first kick doesn't knockdown coupled with the second's hitbox being fairly high as Kyo is in the air is why {{Hover|qcf+B > K|236B > K}} will fail to combo on almost every crouching character making the already hard to land move also punishable on hit.<br> | ||
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All these reasons only serve to highlight how much better qcf+D > K is combowise and why you should never really use qcf+B > K in comparison. However qcf+B>K can still be an okay pre-emptive anti-air as described with its phases. | All these reasons only serve to highlight how much better {{Hover|qcf+D > K is combowise and why you should never really use qcf+B > K in comparison. However qcf+B>K|236D > K is combowise and why you should never really use 236B > K in comparison. However 236B>K}} can still be an okay pre-emptive anti-air as described with its phases. | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': The only combo worth mentioning is <b>cl.C, {{Hover|qcf+D>K, hcb+B, qcf+B>K, dp+C|236D>K, 63214B, 236B>K, 623C}}</b> in the corner but although decent, it's outshone by the much better rekka ender version. Other than that, {{Hover|qcf+B>K|236B>K}} has no reasonable place in combos.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+B_4.png|'''2nd hit''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+B_4.png|'''2nd hit''' | ||
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The only use for this worth mentioning is as an anti-air. As slow as it is it'd be very preemptive but the nice forward priority of the first kick, upward priority of the second and the extra conversion, albeit weak for this version, on a successful anti-air could warrant giving it a few tries at least to see if the opponent knows how to deal with it. Being faster than qcf+D>K is a good point but without the conversion of the latter it still pales compared to Kyo's dp. | The only use for this worth mentioning is as an anti-air. As slow as it is it'd be very preemptive but the nice forward priority of the first kick, upward priority of the second and the extra conversion, albeit weak for this version, on a successful anti-air could warrant giving it a few tries at least to see if the opponent knows how to deal with it. Being faster than {{Hover|qcf+D>K|236D>K}} is a good point but without the conversion of the latter it still pales compared to Kyo's dp. | ||
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The strong version is slower but has a much better horizontal range, well able to land both hits after a cl.C without issue, something you'll be doing a lot as Kyo since this move is the core of his juggles. Arguably as crucial to his general game plan as his qcf+A rekka, qcf+D > K is a versatile launcher great in combos that can work just as well as a pressure tool threatening for hefty conversions against an opponent lacking a projectile.<br> | The strong version is slower but has a much better horizontal range, well able to land both hits after a cl.C without issue, something you'll be doing a lot as Kyo since this move is the core of his juggles. Arguably as crucial to his general game plan as his {{Hover|qcf+A rekka, qcf+D > K|236A rekka, 236D > K}} is a versatile launcher great in combos that can work just as well as a pressure tool threatening for hefty conversions against an opponent lacking a projectile.<br> | ||
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It launches on the first kick and into a very high [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|full juggle]] off the second kick for a number of different conversions to choose from.<br> | It launches on the first kick and into a very high [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Juggle_States|full juggle]] off the second kick for a number of different conversions to choose from.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': The go-to meterless midscreen conversion is <b>cl.C, {{Hover|qcf+D>K, hcb+B, qcf+A|236D>K, 63214B, 236A}}</b> for good damage and great carry, easily pushing towards the corner where you can simply continue the rekka as <b>{{Hover|qcf+A > hcb+P > hcb+K|236A > 63214P > 63214K}}</b> for even more damage and [[The_King_of_Fighters_2002_UM/Miscellaneous#Hard_Knockdown_.28HKD.29|hard knockdown]] for good oki. | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+D_4.png|'''2nd hit''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+D_4.png|'''2nd hit''' | ||
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Just like the previous version, qcf+D>K's priority makes it an interesting preemptive anti-air. Its slower speed hinders it but having a better conversion plus carry and doubling as a plus on block pressure tool against a grounded opponent keep it relevant, especially at lower level. | Just like the previous version, {{Hover|qcf+D>K|236D>K}}'s priority makes it an interesting preemptive anti-air. Its slower speed hinders it but having a better conversion plus carry and doubling as a plus on block pressure tool against a grounded opponent keep it relevant, especially at lower level. | ||
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Its main usage is to sit near the tip of its range and use its generous priority and decent height to pre-emptively stuff the opponent out of any movement. Carrying little risk on block due to its pushback and short recovery it aims to limit the opponent's initiative, pinning them down for Kyo to then approach and impose his own close-up pressure. A fairly heavy duty despite its light damage, lack of knockdown and conversion at that range.<br> | Its main usage is to sit near the tip of its range and use its generous priority and decent height to pre-emptively stuff the opponent out of any movement. Carrying little risk on block due to its pushback and short recovery it aims to limit the opponent's initiative, pinning them down for Kyo to then approach and impose his own close-up pressure. A fairly heavy duty despite its light damage, lack of knockdown and conversion at that range.<br> | ||
Secondary usages for it include dealing with projectiles and anti-airing at tip range, both fairly unreliable without a decent amount of prediction, an effort that could put into using his better tools for either job, rdp+B and dp+P respectively.<br> | Secondary usages for it include dealing with projectiles and anti-airing at tip range, both fairly unreliable without a decent amount of prediction, an effort that could put into using his better tools for either job, {{Hover|rdp+B and dp+P|421B and 623P}} respectively.<br> | ||
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qcf+A's main limitation is its speed, being on the slow side for a rekka, and despite the initial step-in contributing a good amount to its range it's very vulnerable until the hitbox is out. Honorable mention to a meager 2f of upperbody autoguard that serve more as a lucky hope than any real protection. All reasons why qcf+A is prone to being pre-emptively stuffed and why it's vital to mind its spacing and not abuse it without some frame advantage.<br> | {{Hover|qcf+A|236A}}'s main limitation is its speed, being on the slow side for a rekka, and despite the initial step-in contributing a good amount to its range it's very vulnerable until the hitbox is out. Honorable mention to a meager 2f of upperbody autoguard that serve more as a lucky hope than any real protection. All reasons why {{Hover|qcf+A|236A}} is prone to being pre-emptively stuffed and why it's vital to mind its spacing and not abuse it without some frame advantage.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': Kyo can't complete any Aragami chain off his normals outside of the corner so besides max combos, it's preferable to only use it after {{Hover|qcf+D>K, hcb+B|236D>K, 63214B}} instead for damage and pushback, even able to even finish a chain into hard knockdown if he reaches the corner.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+A_1.png|Frames '''4~5''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+A_1.png|Frames '''4~5''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+A_2.png|Frames '''12~13''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+A_2.png|Frames '''12~13''' | ||
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The early 2f of autoguard can come in handy but overall leaves him too vulnerable otherwise. To lows of course but mostly to anything that doesn't hit Kyo in that too short timeframe.<br> | The early 2f of autoguard can come in handy but overall leaves him too vulnerable otherwise. To lows of course but mostly to anything that doesn't hit Kyo in that too short timeframe.<br> | ||
Interesting to note that qcf+A has projectile collision on the first two frames of its hitbox, making it able to destroy projectiles. It's a short window although the range is decent, making it somewhat unreliable when responding to faster projectiles anywhere that isn't fullscreen away.<br> | Interesting to note that {{Hover|qcf+A|236A}} has projectile collision on the first two frames of its hitbox, making it able to destroy projectiles. It's a short window although the range is decent, making it somewhat unreliable when responding to faster projectiles anywhere that isn't fullscreen away.<br> | ||
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Over these few perks qcf+A shows good priority retaining even after the hitbox is gone, added to its short recovery, meaning it's not so easy to whiff punish without risking at least a trade. | Over these few perks {{Hover|qcf+A|236A}} shows good priority retaining even after the hitbox is gone, added to its short recovery, meaning it's not so easy to whiff punish without risking at least a trade. | ||
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This followup looks like an uppercut with emphasis on Kyo's elbow. On hit it results in a soft knockdown from which Kyo doesn't get much outside of the next follow-up ideally. On block, the Kono Kizu is very unsafe, even the amount of push back it grants the player (which isn't much) can not help from certain punishment from the opponent.<br> | This followup looks like an uppercut with emphasis on Kyo's elbow. On hit it results in a soft knockdown from which Kyo doesn't get much outside of the next follow-up ideally. On block, the Kono Kizu is very unsafe, even the amount of push back it grants the player (which isn't much) can not help from certain punishment from the opponent.<br> | ||
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You can delay this move after qcf+A to sort of frame trap anyone trying to punish or pressure after blocking Aragami but the risk is great compared to a mediocre reward. Stopping at qcf+A will be preferred more often than not. | You can delay this move after {{Hover|qcf+A|236A}} to sort of frame trap anyone trying to punish or pressure after blocking Aragami but the risk is great compared to a mediocre reward. Stopping at {{Hover|qcf+A|236A}} will be preferred more often than not. | ||
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|moveId=kyo_qcf+a>qcf+p>p,kyo_qcf+a>hcb+p | |moveId=kyo_qcf+a>qcf+p>p,kyo_qcf+a>hcb+p | ||
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Kyo thrusts his elbow hard down for an overhead hit. The first version is after Kono Kizu (qcf+A>qcf+P) ending the Aragami chain. Outside of corner, it only combos from Kono Kizu near point-blank, heavily limiting any combo usage for it on top of not being the preferred route in juggles. It being an overhead is also hardly a help since the opponent would be expecting it after Kono Kizu.<br> | Kyo thrusts his elbow hard down for an overhead hit. The first version is after Kono Kizu ({{Hover|qcf+A>qcf+P|236A>236P}}) ending the Aragami chain. Outside of corner, it only combos from Kono Kizu near point-blank, heavily limiting any combo usage for it on top of not being the preferred route in juggles. It being an overhead is also hardly a help since the opponent would be expecting it after Kono Kizu.<br> | ||
Good points extend to providing decent oki from its hard knockdown and being surprisingly not so bad on block thanks to the pushback of the entire chain.<br> | Good points extend to providing decent oki from its hard knockdown and being surprisingly not so bad on block thanks to the pushback of the entire chain.<br> | ||
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While great on hit this is very punishable on block and should be kept for combos.<br> | While great on hit this is very punishable on block and should be kept for combos.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': Best to use as the ender for Kyo's main meterless corner juggle <b>{{Hover|qcf+D > K, hcb+B, qcf+A > hcb+P > hcb+K|236D > K, 63214B, 236A > 63214P > 63214K}}</b>. An easy string Kyo can safely defaults to when close enough to the corner.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+A_hcb+P_hcb+K_1.png|Frames '''10~12''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+A_hcb+P_hcb+K_1.png|Frames '''10~12''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+A_hcb+P_hcb+K_2.png|Frames '''13~14''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+A_hcb+P_hcb+K_2.png|Frames '''13~14''' | ||
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|moveId=kyo_qcf+a>hcb+p>p | |moveId=kyo_qcf+a>hcb+p>p | ||
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Kyo punches the opponent while they are on the ground after being plummeted by the Yano Sabi. This is the last finisher to the Aragami series. It serves the same combo purpose as the Kototsuki You follow up(qcf+A>hcb+P>hcb+K) but the damage is a bit lower so the latter in preferred in most cases.<br> | Kyo punches the opponent while they are on the ground after being plummeted by the Yano Sabi. This is the last finisher to the Aragami series. It serves the same combo purpose as the Kototsuki You follow up({{Hover|qcf+A>hcb+P>hcb+K|236A>63214P>63214K}}) but the damage is a bit lower so the latter in preferred in most cases.<br> | ||
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One exception is that since it's a low attack it can serve to mix-up the opponent after they had to block the Yano Sabi overhead although if they block this as well Kyo is left far away thanks to pushback but still fairly punishable. If they read it the opponent can actually roll before having to block for a much easier punish on Kyo.<br> | One exception is that since it's a low attack it can serve to mix-up the opponent after they had to block the Yano Sabi overhead although if they block this as well Kyo is left far away thanks to pushback but still fairly punishable. If they read it the opponent can actually roll before having to block for a much easier punish on Kyo.<br> | ||
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|moveId=kyo_qcf+C | |moveId=kyo_qcf+C | ||
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Kyo throws out a heavy flame imbued haymaker. This is the start to his Doku Kami rekka, a singular route as opposed to Aragami. By itself its very impressive range for being a rekka is somewhat impaired by a rather slow start-up. Similar to qcf+A, its start-up is vulnerable despite 3f of autoguard and limits its usage as it'll be proned to being stuffed by quick pokes pre-emptively on the move's path.<br> | Kyo throws out a heavy flame imbued haymaker. This is the start to his Doku Kami rekka, a singular route as opposed to Aragami. By itself its very impressive range for being a rekka is somewhat impaired by a rather slow start-up. Similar to {{Hover|qcf+A|236A}}, its start-up is vulnerable despite 3f of autoguard and limits its usage as it'll be proned to being stuffed by quick pokes pre-emptively on the move's path.<br> | ||
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Although a bit less safe than qcf+A for having more recovery and less pushback, spacing qcf+C out can still leave Kyo in a very safe position. Issue being the lack of knockdown and conversion at said spacing. All this makes qcf+C in neutral a slower and less damaging qcf+A with more range but overall worse as a mid-range poke.<br> | Although a bit less safe than {{Hover|qcf+A for having more recovery and less pushback, spacing qcf+C|236A for having more recovery and less pushback, spacing 236C}} out can still leave Kyo in a very safe position. Issue being the lack of knockdown and conversion at said spacing. All this makes {{Hover|qcf+C in neutral a slower and less damaging qcf+A|236C in neutral a slower and less damaging 236A}} with more range but overall worse as a mid-range poke.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': It's best to use this move during a combo, its rekka line is more suited for midscreen conversion off a jump-in and a bit safer than {{Hover|qcf+D>K|236D>K}} on block. Its lesser pushback is also helpful in some max combos.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+C_1.png|Frames '''6~9''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+C_1.png|Frames '''6~9''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+C_2.png|'''Active''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+C_2.png|'''Active''' | ||
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Disappointingly qcf+C's projectile collision on its hitbox is able to destroy projectiles but is much too slow with too much forward momentum to do it on reaction. A meager 3f of autoguard are good but not enough to help that. | Disappointingly {{Hover|qcf+C|236C}}'s projectile collision on its hitbox is able to destroy projectiles but is much too slow with too much forward momentum to do it on reaction. A meager 3f of autoguard are good but not enough to help that. | ||
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After the Tumi Yomi back-hand hits, a short shoulder looking uppercut is followed. It gives the opponent a soft knockdown on hit in which they land near a half screen away. If this whiffs or is blocked, Kyo can be punished when he lands back to the ground. Only use it when confirmed from a rather close qcf+C.<br> | After the Tumi Yomi back-hand hits, a short shoulder looking uppercut is followed. It gives the opponent a soft knockdown on hit in which they land near a half screen away. If this whiffs or is blocked, Kyo can be punished when he lands back to the ground. Only use it when confirmed from a rather close {{Hover|qcf+C|236C}}.<br> | ||
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Kyo performs his dp+P (the A version comes out) to end the Doku Kami (qcf+C) rekka line. It's always best to end with this finisher rather than just Tumi Yomi (which looks like its proper finisher but isn't) to maximize its damage.<br> | Kyo performs his {{Hover|dp+P (the A version comes out) to end the Doku Kami (qcf+C)|623P (the A version comes out) to end the Doku Kami (236C)}} rekka line. It's always best to end with this finisher rather than just Tumi Yomi (which looks like its proper finisher but isn't) to maximize its damage.<br> | ||
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An important thing to note is that while the other follow-ups allow for some leniency, this ender needs to be done asap after Batu Yomi or it won't come out. The only issue with this is the resulting soft knockdown offers decent oki only if the opponent doesn't tech it.<br> | An important thing to note is that while the other follow-ups allow for some leniency, this ender needs to be done asap after Batu Yomi or it won't come out. The only issue with this is the resulting soft knockdown offers decent oki only if the opponent doesn't tech it.<br> | ||
However, for some reason inputting | However, for some reason inputting {{Hover|<b>qcf+K</b> after f+P makes you able to then delay dp+P|<b>236K</b> after 6P makes you able to then delay 623P}}. While this doesn't offer much help on block, the delay on hit gives you much better frame advantage on the soft knockdown.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': Lacking the ability to juggle for the most part, it's best to use this rekka chain after a jump-in, cl.C for a fairly solid midscreen conversion. Note however that it's very unsafe on block at every point past {{Hover|qcf+C|236C}} so confirming the hit is vital.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+C_2a.png|'''qcf+C''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+C_2a.png|'''qcf+C''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+C_hcb+Pa.png|'''> hcb+P''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcf+C_hcb+Pa.png|'''> hcb+P''' | ||
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|input=qcb,hcf + A/C, Hold to charge | |input=qcb,hcf + A/C, Hold to charge | ||
|input2=2141236 A/C, Hold to charge | |||
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Kyo holds a flame in his left hand before releasing a wave of fire that goes a bit further than halfscreen. It makes for a mediocre reversal/anti-air as it's not only slow but also loses its full invuln long before it hits. Note that said full invuln is interrupted by a low or high invuln (depending on the version) phase '''if Kyo charges it'''.<br> | Kyo holds a flame in his left hand before releasing a wave of fire that goes a bit further than halfscreen. It makes for a mediocre reversal/anti-air as it's not only slow but also loses its full invuln long before it hits. Note that said full invuln is interrupted by a low or high invuln (depending on the version) phase '''if Kyo charges it'''.<br> | ||
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It's mostly useful as Kyo's main ender for his metered and max combos. Unexpectedly, charging Orochinagi doesn't increase its damage and actually slightly decreases its range but the charged version has a faster release, which is very important in grounded combos. For all its utility on hit every version of Orochinagi, charged or not, is pretty bad on block.<br> | It's mostly useful as Kyo's main ender for his metered and max combos. Unexpectedly, charging Orochinagi doesn't increase its damage and actually slightly decreases its range but the charged version has a faster release, which is very important in grounded combos. For all its utility on hit every version of Orochinagi, charged or not, is pretty bad on block.<br> | ||
Orochinagi is normally too slow to combo off anything on the ground but if you charge it to get the speed boost and let go in time to fit the hitstun window, you can then combo into it. Learning to time this is very useful but qcfx2+A can make for a nice and easy substitute in some cases.<br> | Orochinagi is normally too slow to combo off anything on the ground but if you charge it to get the speed boost and let go in time to fit the hitstun window, you can then combo into it. Learning to time this is very useful but {{Hover|qcfx2+A|236236A}} can make for a nice and easy substitute in some cases.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice''': Orochinagi after {{Hover|qcf+D>K is decent damage for 1 bar midscreen. Charging it slightly after canceling from his qcf+C|236D>K is decent damage for 1 bar midscreen. Charging it slightly after canceling from his 236C}} will end his grounded max combo. Read more about the timing in the combo section.</li></ul> | |||
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|input=qcfx2 + A/C, Hold to charge | |input=qcfx2 + A/C, Hold to charge | ||
|input2=236236 A/C, Hold to charge | |||
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Kyo charges up then spins around and rushes the opponent ending with a short ranged uppercut. The light version lacks enough full invuln to be a good reversal but it shines as a metered punish and combo filler instead. Being his only tool of this speed with this much range, it widens his punish options, such as being his ony consistent punish to GCCD's, while acting as a metered ender and an easy substitute for Orochinagi in some grounded max combos.<br> | Kyo charges up then spins around and rushes the opponent ending with a short ranged uppercut. The light version lacks enough full invuln to be a good reversal but it shines as a metered punish and combo filler instead. Being his only tool of this speed with this much range, it widens his punish options, such as being his ony consistent punish to GCCD's, while acting as a metered ender and an easy substitute for Orochinagi in some grounded max combos.<br> | ||
Although it lacks speed to be a good combo filler, the heavy version's range and full invincibility up to hit make it a fairly decent reversal or simply a tool to win a trade. qcfx2+A is however preferred when its shorter full invincibility is enough.<br> | Although it lacks speed to be a good combo filler, the heavy version's range and full invincibility up to hit make it a fairly decent reversal or simply a tool to win a trade. {{Hover|qcfx2+A|236236A}} is however preferred when its shorter full invincibility is enough.<br> | ||
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It has 4 levels of charge that respectively do 22%, 28%, 42% and the full charge where the move becomes unblockable, doing 57%. The damage is appealing but the charge phase being fully vulnerable, getting anything past the level 2 damage is hardly realistic. The charge phase for qcfx2+A starts at frame 6, after its normal full invuln while the one for qcfx2+C starts at frame 7, interrupting the move's full invuln, to charge before being full invuln up to hit again.<br> | It has 4 levels of charge that respectively do 22%, 28%, 42% and the full charge where the move becomes unblockable, doing 57%. The damage is appealing but the charge phase being fully vulnerable, getting anything past the level 2 damage is hardly realistic. The charge phase for {{Hover|qcfx2+A|236236A}} starts at frame 6, after its normal full invuln while the one for {{Hover|qcfx2+C|236236C}} starts at frame 7, interrupting the move's full invuln, to charge before being full invuln up to hit again.<br> | ||
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On hit the super's soft knockdown is fairly bad for keeping pressure but the damage is decent. On block, both versions of the move are fairly unsafe on block, weighing on the decision to use qcfx2+C as reversal as despite its good full invuln, it's slow enough to miss a punish window and get blocked.<br> | On hit the super's soft knockdown is fairly bad for keeping pressure but the damage is decent. On block, both versions of the move are fairly unsafe on block, weighing on the decision to use {{Hover|qcfx2+C|236236C}} as reversal as despite its good full invuln, it's slow enough to miss a punish window and get blocked.<br> | ||
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<ul><li> '''Combo Advice:''' You can reach the level 2 charge fast enough for {{Hover|qcfx2+A|236236A}} to still combo off a special hitstun, doing more damage than Orochinagi in a grounded max combo with the proper spacing to reach after charge.</li></ul> | |||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+A_1.png|Frames '''1~5''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+A_1.png|Frames '''1~5''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+A_1c.png|'''IF Charge''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+A_1c.png|'''IF Charge''' | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+A_3.png|'''1st hit''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+A_3.png|'''1st hit''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+A_4.png|'''2nd hit''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+A_4.png|'''2nd hit''' | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+C_1.png|Frames '''1~6''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+C_1.png|Frames '''1~6''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+C_1c.png|'''IF Charge''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcfx2+C_1c.png|'''IF Charge''' | ||
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This beefed up version of Kyo's Orochinagi features flames surrounding his body for as long as he keeps charging, causing decreasing damage to the opponent at each contact, 83 on the first touch then 40 and finally 2 for a total of 125 (12.5%) at three touches. After that, Kyo lets out three bursts of short range fire waves projectiles traveling in-front of him after the release.<br> | This beefed up version of Kyo's Orochinagi features flames surrounding his body for as long as he keeps charging, causing decreasing damage to the opponent at each contact, 83 on the first touch then 40 and finally 2 for a total of 125 (12.5%) at three touches. After that, Kyo lets out three bursts of short range fire waves projectiles traveling in-front of him after the release.<br> | ||
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* '''Combo Advice:''' The SDM easily fits in the same spots as the DM but offers remarkably more damage naturally plus the flamebody hits. More notably you can time it for '''the third, least damaging hit to whiff making Kyo able to juggle after the super''', this -mostly- difficult task is the base of Kyo's most damaging combos. | * '''Combo Advice:''' The SDM easily fits in the same spots as the DM but offers remarkably more damage naturally plus the flamebody hits. More notably you can time it for '''the third, least damaging hit to whiff making Kyo able to juggle after the super''', this -mostly- difficult task is the base of Kyo's most damaging combos. | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_1.png|Frames '''1~2''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_1.png|Frames '''1~2''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_2.png|'''Charge''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_2.png|'''Charge''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_3.png|Frames '''3~9''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_3.png|Frames '''3~9''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_4.png|'''Late Startup''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_4.png|'''Late Startup''' | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_5.png|'''Active(1)''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_5.png|'''Active(1)''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_6.png|'''Active(2)''' | File:02UM_Kyo_qcbhcf+AC_6.png|'''Active(2)''' | ||
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* '''Combo Advice''': Knowing how to use it may be handy but not something you'll want to do any often. It'll mostly be as a surprise option or a punish to remind the opponent that you do have a grab in this game. | * '''Combo Advice''': Knowing how to use it may be handy but not something you'll want to do any often. It'll mostly be as a surprise option or a punish to remind the opponent that you do have a grab in this game. | ||
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File:02UM_Kyo_hcbx2+AC_1.png|Frame '''1''' | File:02UM_Kyo_hcbx2+AC_1.png|Frame '''1''' | ||
File:02UM_Kyo_hcbx2+AC_2.png|Frame '''2''' | File:02UM_Kyo_hcbx2+AC_2.png|Frame '''2''' | ||
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==Videos== | ==Videos== | ||
{{#ev:youtube|Is836tQZqw4|||'''Kyo Combo Guide [KOF02UM]'''|frame}} | |||
{{#ev:youtube|ub2wuQnN_C8|||'''Kyo 2002UM Combos'''|frame}} | {{#ev:youtube|ub2wuQnN_C8|||'''Kyo 2002UM Combos'''|frame}} | ||
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Discuss at [http://orochinagi.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=3075 ON] | Discuss at [http://orochinagi.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=3075 ON] | ||
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Revision as of 22:23, 30 December 2023
Movelist
Throws
Issetsu Seoi Swimming - close, / +
Command Moves
Ge Shiki Naraku Otoshi - in air, / / +
Special Moves
Desperation Moves
Ura 108 Shiki Orochinagi - + / (Hold to charge)
182 Shiki - + / (Hold to charge)
Super Desperation Move
Ura 108 Shiki Orochinagi - + (Hold to charge)
Hidden Super Desperation Move
Gameplay Overview
The main main protagonist is back with the same Nests rekka style but long time fans will surely notice and enjoy some welcomed improvements. With a limited but good set of mid range tools to keep the opponent pinned down (
st.B, qcf+A
B, 236A) Kyo then aims to force his way in (j.D/CD) to do what he's best at, pressuring and mixing up the opponent (
cr.B, j.B/d+C
2B, j.B/2C) until landing a solid cl.C for great meterless and meter conversions.
Although the main focus is on starting his own offense, Kyo does also have some good tools to protect his space and defend himself (nj.B,
dp+P
623P). With some nice match-up coverage tools sprinkled in (
st.D
D), Kyo proves to be a potentially very strong character with an answer to most midrange situations although still lacking when further away.
With great power comes great execution. With a number of simple and decent options to fall back on, a tough wall to break to master Kyo will be building up the execution for his optimal meter conversions that make him shine as an anchor.
Basic Actions
Idle, Jump, Dash, Wake-up
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Normals
Far Standing Normals
stand A
st.A
A
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stand B
st.B
B
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stand C
st.C
C
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stand D
st.D
D
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Close Standing Normals
close A
cl.A
cl.A
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close B
cl.B
cl.B
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close C
cl.C
cl.C
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close D
cl.D
cl.D
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Crouch Normals
crouch A
cr.A
2A
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crouch B
cr.B
2B
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crouch C
cr.C
2C
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crouch D
cr.D
2D
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Jump Normals
jump A
j.A
j.A
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jump B
j.B
j.B
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jump C
j.C
j.C
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jump D
j.D
j.D
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Blowback Normals
stand CD
st.CD
CD
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jump CD
j.CD
j.CD
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Throws
Hachi Tetsu
Hachi Tetsu
b/f+C when close to the opponent
4/6C when close to the opponent
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Issetsu Seoi
Issetsu Seoi
b/f+D when close to the opponent
4/6D when close to the opponent
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Command Normals
Ge Shiki Goufu You
Ge Shiki Goufu You
f+B
6B
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Ge Shiki Naraku Otoshi
Ge Shiki Naraku Otoshi
j.d+C
j.2C
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88 Shiki
88 Shiki
df+D
3D
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Special Moves
100 Shiki Oniyaki
100 Shiki Oniyaki
dp + A/C
623 A/C
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427 Shiki Hikigane
427 Shiki Hikigane
hcb + B/D
63214 B/D
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RED Kick
RED Kick
rdp + B/D
421 B/D
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75 Shiki Kai
75 Shiki Kai
qcf+B > K or qcf+D > K
236B > K or 236D > K
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114 Shiki Aragami
114 Shiki Aragami
qcf+A
236A
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128 Shiki Kono Kizu
128 Shiki Kono Kizu
qcf+A > qcf+P
236A > 236P
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127 Shiki Yano Sabi
127 Shiki Yano Sabi
qcf+A > qcf+P > P
236A > 236P > P
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125 Shiki Nana Se
125 Shiki Nana Se
qcf+A > qcf+P > K
236A > 236P > K
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212 Shiki Kototsuki You
212 Shiki Kototsuki You
qcf+A > hcb+P > hcb+K
236A > 63214P > 63214K
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Ge Shiki Migiri Ugachi
Ge Shiki Migiri Ugachi
qcf+A > hcb+P > P
236A > 63214P > P
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115 Shiki Doku Kami
115 Shiki Doku Kami
qcf+C
236C
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401 Shiki Tumi Yomi
401 Shiki Tumi Yomi
qcf+C > hcb+P
236C > 63214P
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402 Shiki Batu Yomi
402 Shiki Batu Yomi
qcf+C > hcb+P > f+P
236C > 63214P > 6P
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100 Shiki Oniyaki
100 Shiki Oniyaki
qcf+C > hcb+P > f+P > dp+P
236C > 63214P > 6P > 623P
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Desperation Moves
Ura 108 Shiki Orochinagi
Ura 108 Shiki Orochinagi
qcb,hcf + A/C, Hold to charge
2141236 A/C, Hold to charge
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182 Shiki
182 Shiki
qcfx2 + A/C, Hold to charge
236236 A/C, Hold to charge
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Super Desperation Move
Ura 108 Shiki Orochinagi
Ura 108 Shiki Orochinagi
qcb,hcf+AC, Hold to charge
2141236AC, Hold to charge
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Hidden Super Desperation Move
524 Shiki Kamichiri
524 Shiki Kamichiri
hcbx2+AC
6321463214AC
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Videos
External Links
Check Kyo Kusanagi's frame data
Discuss at 02UM Discord server
Discuss at Dream Cancel
Discuss at ON