<section begin="image"/>[[File:KOFXV Ryo Profile.png|thumb|Ryo is the son and entrusted owner of Takuma Sakazaki's dojos for the Kyokugenryu school of Karate. As a child, Ryo spent his time training his body and eventually became so powerful that he was nicknamed The Invincible Dragon.<br/>Naturally, he is extremely strong-willed and will spare no effort getting things done. Even to this day, he continues to train himself to his maximum potential.]]<section end="image"/>
<section begin="image"/>[[File:KOFXV Ryo Profile.png|thumb|Ryo is the son and entrusted owner of Takuma Sakazaki's dojos for the Kyokugenryu school of Karate. As a child, Ryo spent his time training his body and eventually became so powerful that he was nicknamed The Invincible Dragon.<br/>Naturally, he is extremely strong-willed and will spare no effort getting things done. Even to this day, he continues to train himself to his maximum potential.
Ryo also has some of the best defense in the game. Besides having a very fast DP, he is also the only character in the entire roster to have access to parries (6B, 3D) which have very fast startup, are extremely active, and push Ryo forward slightly. These parries can make Ryo hard to zone out as well, as he'll only build more meter from zoning attempts.
Ryo also has some of the best defense in the game. Besides having a very fast DP, he is also the only character in the entire roster to have access to parries (6B, 3D) which have very fast startup, are extremely active, and push Ryo forward slightly. These parries can make Ryo hard to zone out as well, as he'll only build more meter from zoning attempts.
One would think that Ryo's excellent defensive options would mean he has poor damage output, but in all actuality, Ryo hits very, ''very'' hard. One '''EX''' Hien Shipuu Kyaku (214BD) opens the door to multiple combo options, such as '''Zanretsuken''' (646P[P]), a highly damaging multi-hit attack that can end in a hard knockdown (646A) or be used to juggle the opponent even more (646C/AC). To put it simply: Ryo has some of the best damage output in the game.
One would think that Ryo's excellent defensive options would mean he has poor damage output, but in all actuality, Ryo hits very, ''very'' hard. One '''EX Hien Shipuu Kyaku''' (214BD) opens the door to multiple combo options, such as '''Zanretsuken''' (646P[P]), a highly damaging multi-hit attack that can end in a hard knockdown (646A) or be used to juggle the opponent even more (646C/AC). To put it simply: Ryo has some of the best damage output in the game.
In the end, besides being a rather simple character with a slight weakness to zoning and reliance on meter, Ryo doesn't have any real fatal flaws. Ryo works well in any team position, but is especially powerful on anchor.
In the end, besides being a rather simple character with a slight weakness to zoning and reliance on meter, Ryo doesn't have any real fatal flaws. Ryo works well in any team position, but is especially powerful on anchor.
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* '''Insane Damage Output:''' Given his multiple juggle and launch options (including a meterless launcher), Ryo is capable of racking up tons of damage without having to spend a lot of meter at all. In fact, Ryo can deal up to ''583 damage'' with just one bar from anywhere on the screen. Most of the cast can only get 470 damage or less with one bar. Which means if Ryo gets a hit on the opponent when he has a lot of meter... chances are they're probably going to die.
* '''Insane Damage Output:''' Given his multiple juggle and launch options (including a meterless launcher), Ryo is capable of racking up tons of damage without having to spend a lot of meter at all. In fact, Ryo can deal up to ''583 damage'' with just one bar from anywhere on the screen. Most of the cast can only get 470 damage or less with one bar. Which means if Ryo gets a hit on the opponent when he has a lot of meter... chances are they're probably going to die.
* '''Fantastic Meter Build:''' DP-style moves build plenty of meter on their own, but only Ryo is capable of using his DP ''twice'' in a combo, allowing him to build an absurd amount of meter and gain nearly half a bar back from using both 623A and 623C in a combo.
* '''Fantastic Meter Build:''' DP-style moves build plenty of meter on their own, but only Ryo is capable of using his DP ''twice'' in a combo, allowing him to build an absurd amount of meter and gain nearly half a bar back from using both 623A and 623C in a combo.
* '''Great Pressure''': Ryo excels at being up close, with several plus-on-block normals and parries that can create 50/50 mixup scenarios. Frame traps come easily to Ryo, who can cancel his 6A into Kizami Duke (AC), a slow but plus advancing mid. Ryo's 6A also serves as a raw overhead that can be Quick Max'd for massive damage.
* '''Great Pressure''': Ryo excels at being up close, with several plus-on-block normals and parries that can create 50/50 mixup scenarios. Frame traps come easily to Ryo, who can cancel his 6A into Kizami Duki (AC), a slow but plus advancing mid. Ryo's 6A also serves as a raw overhead that can be Quick Max'd for massive damage.
* '''Frame Data''': Being a rushdown character, Ryo's kit is designed to let him get in and stay in. Ryo has significantly more advantage on his normals than a great majority of the cast. All of his light normals range from being +3 to -1 on block, while his st.C and cr.D have noticeably more frame advantage than most other characters have for their respective moves of the type.
* '''Frame Data''': Being a rushdown character, Ryo's kit is designed to let him get in and stay in. Ryo has significantly more advantage on his normals than a great majority of the cast. All of his light normals range from being +3 to -1 on block, while his st.C and cr.D have noticeably more frame advantage than most other characters have for their respective moves of the type.
* '''Top Tier Defense:''' Ryo has unique defensive capabilities in the form of parries (6B, 3D) which are extremely fast countermoves that can nullify any attack as long as the proper parry is used. Besides preventing Ryo from accumulating chip damage, the fast recovery of the parries means that should a parry connect with an opponent's attack, Ryo has plenty of time to counterattack with a highly damaging combo route. Ryo can cancel into these parries from any command-cancellable move, even if that move whiffs. Overall, Ryo's parries contribute to his excellent punish game.
* '''Top Tier Defense:''' Ryo has unique defensive capabilities in the form of parries (6B, 3D) which are extremely fast countermoves that can nullify any attack as long as the proper parry is used. Besides preventing Ryo from accumulating chip damage, the fast recovery of the parries means that should a parry connect with an opponent's attack, Ryo has plenty of time to counterattack with a highly damaging combo route. Ryo can cancel into these parries from any command-cancellable move, even if that move whiffs. Overall, Ryo's parries contribute to his excellent punish game.
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* Chains into itself and cr.A starting frame 12. Whiff cancellable.
* Chains into itself and cr.A starting frame 12. Whiff cancellable.
Command cancelable and has slightly longer range than cr.A. Makes for easy 6A > AC blockstrings.
Command cancelable and has slightly longer range than cr.A. While it is not Ryo's most plus button, it is his furthest reaching plus button, which makes it preferable as a frametrap starter.
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|moveId=ryo_stc
|moveId=ryo_stc
|description=
|description=
* Non-duckable high poke.
* Cancel into 214B/BD when anti-airing hops for possible Counter Hit combos.
Ryo's st.C is now special-cancellable, meaning Ryo can get hugely damaging combos with meter from landing this move. 214BD is your best option, since it leads into his big damage combos like his other combo starters do.
Solid poke with high reward thanks to its special-cancelability.
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|moveId=ryo_std
|moveId=ryo_std
|description=
|description=
* Big anti-air button that can be MAX canceled into the 646AC anywhere juggle.
* Whiffs on crouching around Ryo's foot.
Decently large anti-airing option with middling reward. As a poke it is relatively mediocre, and cr.D is usually a better option.
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===Close Standing Normals===
===Close Standing Normals===
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|moveId=ryo_clb
|moveId=ryo_clb
|description=
|description=
* Chains into light normals starting frame 11.
Ryo's most plus button, only preferable as a frame trap starter if Ryo is really close.
* Links into 2C.
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|moveId=ryo_cld
|moveId=ryo_cld
|description=
|description=
* Has a longer activation range than Close C and hits low.
* Extends Ryo's head hurtbox.
* Longer activation range than cl.C (activates around the furthest range st.A will hit)
* Moves Ryo forward, which is great for strings & combos, but also means you cannot stuff out wakeup throws with it.
* Moves Ryo forward, which is great for strings & combos, but also means you cannot stuff out wakeup throws with it.
Possibly one of the best heavy starters in the game. Fast, hits low, and activates from a significantly farther distance than other close heavies.
A very good normal and quite possibly one of the best heavy starters in the game. cl.D has a significantly large activation range (noticeably larger than other proximity normals) which makes it very easy to start combos with.
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* Links into cr.C and cl.C up close.
* Links into cr.C and cl.C up close.
Typical abare button and one of your best frametrap tools.
Great abare button and one of your best frametrap tools. At +2 on block, 2A is great for maintaining your turn and starting frametraps.
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|description=
|description=
Basic crouching light kick.
Basic crouching light kick. Even on block, which makes it decent for pressure.
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|moveId=ryo_crd
|moveId=ryo_crd
|description=
|description=
* Ryo's longest normal.
* Whiff-cancelable.
* Can be whiff-canceled, especially with 3D to speed up its recovery while moving Ryo closer to the opponent.
* Has an ''enormous'' hurtbox stretching from Ryo's foot to the opponent's round start distance during recovery frames.
* When out of range for a 2B > 2A confirm this is your go-to.
Ryo sweeps his leg across the ground. It's a bit slow for a shoto sweep, but it has a great deal of range, and Ryo has excellent blockstring options from this move. If it whiffs, he can just input 3D to decrease his disadvantage.
Ryo's farthest reaching normal that works decently for space control at only -5 on block, but necessitates canceling (especially whiff-canceling) due to its enormous hurtbox during recovery.
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|name=jump A
|name=jump A
|input=j.A
|input=j.A
|captions= Hop Version (Hitbox), Jump Version
|description2=* Lots of active frames, but susceptible to getting low profiled under.
|description2=* Lots of active frames, but susceptible to getting low profiled under.
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|name=jump B
|name=jump B
|input=j.B
|input=j.B
|captions= Hop Version (Hitbox), Jump Version
|description2=* Crossup.
|description2=* Crossup.
* Leaves you very close to the opponent.
* Leaves you very close to the opponent.
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====Jump C====
====Jump C====
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|name=jump C
|name=jump C
|input=j.C
|input=j.C
|captions= Hop Version (Hitbox), Jump Version
|description2=* Susceptible to getting low profiled under, but more an issue of running out of active frames than a hitbox one.
|description2=* Susceptible to getting low profiled under, but more an issue of running out of active frames than a hitbox one.
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|name=jump D
|name=jump D
|input=j.D
|input=j.D
|description2=* Great air poke. Combos into 2D at tip range.
|captions= Hop Version (Hitbox), Jump Version
|description2= Great air poke. Go-to for jump-ins.
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* CD > 3D is even on block.
* CD > 3D is even on block.
Above-average startup but is rather stubby. When canceled into 3D, it becomes safe and is one of Ryo's best cancel options. For example, if CD hits a grounded opponent and you cancel into 3D, you will have time to run up and perform 214BD from anywhere on the screen.
Above-average startup but is rather stubby. When canceled into 3D, it becomes safer and is one of Ryo's best cancel options. For example, if CD hits a grounded opponent and you cancel into 3D, you will have time to run up and perform 214BD from anywhere on the screen.
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|description=
|description=
Doesn't have very far range, and will not hit after 6A.
Doesn't have very far range, and will not hit after 6A.
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====AdvanceStrike====
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|moveId=ryo_214cd
|description=
*Same animation and range as his CD.
* The throw counter is at the feet.
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|moveId=ryo_6a
|moveId=ryo_6a
|name=Hyouchuu Wari
|name=Hyouchuu Wari
|captions="Ice Pillar Splitter"
|captions="Ice Pillar Splitter" / Raw Version (Hitbox), Cancel Version
|input=6A
|input=6A
|description=* Standard raw overhead / heavy normal extender. Key frametrap tool.
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* Causes a spiked soft knockdown on airborne opponents if performed raw.
* Standard raw overhead / heavy normal extender. Key frametrap tool.
A knifehand strike that hits overhead when done raw that also serves as a key frametrap/extender tool when canceled into. If Ryo tricks the opponent into blocking low when he has 3 or more bars, he can initiate a deadly Quick Max combo.
A knifehand strike that hits overhead when done raw that also serves as a key frametrap/extender tool when canceled into.
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|input=6B
|input=6B
|captions="Upper Level Block"
|captions="Upper Level Block"
|description=* Increases Power Gauge by 80 points on successful parry.
|description=
Parries all high and mid attacks, such as jump-ins and overheads.
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* Increases Power Gauge by 80 points on successful parry.
* Can be instantly followed up with any kind of special (including supers) or another parry.
* Can be instantly followed up with any kind of special (including supers) or another parry.
* Can be whiff canceled if canceled into.
* Can be whiff canceled if canceled into.
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|input=3D
|input=3D
|captions="Low Level Block"
|captions="Low Level Block"
|description=* Increases Power Gauge by 80 points on successful parry.
|description=
Parries all low attacks and low-angled projectiles (such as Joe's Hurricane Upper)
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* Increases Power Gauge by 80 points on successful parry.
* Can be instantly followed up with any kind of special (including supers) or another parry.
* Can be instantly followed up with any kind of special (including supers) or another parry.
* Moves Ryo forward slightly, regardless if the parry connects or not.
* Moves Ryo forward slightly, regardless if the parry connects or not.
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|name=Kohou
|name=Kohou
|input=623A/C/AC
|input=623A/C/AC
|captions= "Tiger Roar"
|captions= "Tiger Roar" / A Version (Hitbox), , C Version,,,, EX Version
|description3=
|description3=
A very fast DP that is arguably one of the best anti-airs in the game since it can become a highly damaging combo starter if it hits a jumping opponent. Also an excellent combo ender with high damage potential.
A very fast DP that is arguably one of the best anti-airs in the game since it can become a highly damaging combo starter if it hits a jumping opponent. Also an excellent combo ender with high damage potential.
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'''A version:''' Allows for combos on opponents that are in the air. Options include 623C, cl.C, 2C, or 214B. Very low recovery compared to other 623As, unless it gets blocked.
'''623A:''' Allows for combos on opponents that are in the air. Options include 623C, cl.C, 2C, or 214B. Very low recovery compared to other 623As, unless it gets blocked.
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'''C version:''' Hits twice. First hit does more damage than 623A, making it good for super canceling.
'''623C:''' Hits twice. First hit does more damage than 623A, making it good for super canceling.
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'''EX version:''' Hits once, but does more damage than both of 623C's hits combined. Can be used to end combos when there's no other metered options available.
'''623AC:''' Hits once, but does more damage than both of 623C's hits combined. Can be used to end combos when there's no other metered options available.
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|name=Ko-Ou Ken
|name=Ko-Ou Ken
|input=236A/C/AC
|input=236A/C/AC
|captions="Tiger Fist"
|captions="Tiger Fist" / A Version (Hitbox), , C Version,, EX Version
|description3=
|description3=
* Generates a very small amount of meter during startup.
* Generates a very small amount of meter during startup.
Ryo's "pseudo-fireball"— a mid-ranged attack that functions similarly to a fireball, but lacks the fullscreen range. Compared to true projectiles, Ko-Ou Ken has slower startup and range, but more than makes up for it with higher damage, faster recovery, and a larger vertical hitbox. It also knocks down it it hits, which is great for Ryo's pressure.
* As only the '''EX''' version is a true fireball, the meterless versions are considered physical strikes and therefore use the standard hitbox, meaning they can't be reflected, but they can still be countered.
Ryo's "pseudo-fireball"— a mid-ranged attack that functions similarly to a fireball, but lacks the fullscreen range. Compared to true projectiles, Ko-Ou Ken has slower startup and range, but more than makes up for it with higher damage, faster recovery, and a larger vertical hitbox. It also knocks down if it hits, which is great for Ryo's pressure.
The '''EX''' version is similar to your standard fireball, especially with its slower recovery than meterless, but it is still a very fast fireball with high damage.
The '''EX''' version is similar to your standard fireball, especially with its slower recovery than meterless, but it is still a very fast fireball with high damage.
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All versions allow for corner juggling, making this move an important part of corner combos.
All versions allow for corner juggling, making this move an important part of corner combos.
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'''A version:''' Used for safe blockstrings and frametraps. While it doesn't hit until frame 17, the projectile can't be prevented from coming out from frame 12 and onwards, even if Ryo gets hit - which is great for corner pressure, since you can combo even after trades.
'''236A:''' Used for safe blockstrings and frametraps. While it doesn't hit until frame 17, the projectile can't be prevented from coming out from frame 12 and onwards, even if Ryo gets hit - which is great for corner pressure, since you can combo even after trades. Ryo has an extended lower hurtbox during active frames, which makes it easier to punish him with a sweep.
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'''C version:''' Sends Ryo very far, and is capable of hitting an opponent near the middle of the screen even when Ryo is in the corner. Unsafe point blank, but can be made safer with proper spacing.
'''236C:''' Immense forward movement, pushing Ryo about half-screen. Unsafe point blank, but can be made safer with proper spacing. Decent as a midscreen approach tool due to its absurd disjoint.
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'''EX version:''' Full screen projectile that hits twice and can power through non-EX fireballs. Great for winning fireball wars. Plus on block even at point blank, allowing for some extended pressure, especially in the corner.
'''236AC:''' Full screen projectile that hits twice and can power through non-EX fireballs. Great for winning fireball wars. Plus on block even at point blank, allowing for some extended pressure, especially in the corner.
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|name=Hien Shipuu Kyaku
|name=Hien Shipuu Kyaku
|input=214B/D/BD
|input=214B/D/BD
|captions="Flying Gale Leg"
|captions="Flying Gale Leg" / B Version (Hitbox), D Version,,, EX Version
|description3=
|description3=
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'''B version:''' Situational punisher and combo ender after 623A. Very high block disadvantage and recovery.
'''214B:''' Situational punisher and combo ender after 623A. Very high block disadvantage and recovery.
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'''D version:''' Combos from lights from a very close distance. Does the most damage and has the least amount of block disadvantage/recovery, but is still a guaranteed death sentence on block. Can be used for starting corner combos.
'''214D:''' Combos from lights from a very close distance. Does the most damage and has the least amount of block disadvantage/recovery, but is still a guaranteed death sentence on block. Can be used for starting corner combos. Combos into 214B.
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'''EX version:''' Your go-to move in confirms. Launches the opponent.
'''214BD:''' Your go-to move in confirms. Launches the opponent.
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|name=Zanretsuken
|name=Zanretsuken
|input=646A/C/AC
|input=646A/C/AC
|captions="Relentless Fist"
|captions="Relentless Fist" / Normal Version (Hitbox),,, EX Version
|description3=
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* Functional hitgrab; the full animation will not play out unless the move properly connects.
Ryo enters a stance and performs several high speed punches with his inner fist. If any of the hits snag the opponent, they will be vacuumed in and hit by the rest of the move's attack. Even with meter, this move has poor range and long startup, meaning it is very hard to use as a combo starter or after 6A. Secondly, Zanretsuken pushes Ryo back on block, so if he is unable to land it, not only will Ryo be left wide open, but he will be sent out of close range, where he works best. For these reasons, Zanretsuken works best as a midcombo extender, such as 646A after 214BD or 646AC after 214BD, cl.C/cl.D.
* Does no chip damage whatsoever.
Ryo enters a stance and performs several high speed punches with his inner fist. If any of the hits snag the opponent, it will trigger the main attack that either knocks the opponent away (646A) or launches them upwards (646C/AC). Even with meter, this move has poor range and long startup, meaning it is very hard to use as a combo starter or after 6A. Secondly, Zanretsuken pushes Ryo back on block, so if he is unable to land it, not only will Ryo be left wide open, but he will be sent out of close range, where he works best. For these reasons, Zanretsuken works best as a midcombo extender, such as 646A after 214BD or 646AC after 214BD, cl.C/cl.D.
646AC is the cornerstone of Ryo's metered combos. Faster, more damaging, and more active than 646C and even having anywhere juggle properties, it is part of what makes getting hit by Ryo's metered combos so threatening. Ryo can only connect this move once per combo, so be sure on which version you want to use.
646AC is the cornerstone of Ryo's metered combos. Faster, more damaging, and more active than 646C and even having anywhere juggle properties, it is part of what makes getting hit by Ryo's metered combos so threatening. Ryo can only connect this move once per combo, so be sure on which version you want to use.
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'''A version:''' Combos from lights and causes a sliding hard knockdown, and is Ryo's only hard knockdown option outside of supers. Does more damage than the heavy version.
'''646A:''' Combos from lights and causes a sliding hard knockdown, and is Ryo's only hard knockdown option outside of supers. Does more damage than the heavy version.
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'''C version:''' Combos from heavies but the poor range and speed means the move will not connect after 6A. Launches the opponent. An excellent combo extender after a close heavy, and allows for more immensely damaging combos.
'''646C:''' Combos from heavies but the poor range and speed means the move will not connect after 6A. Launches the opponent. An excellent combo extender after a close heavy, and allows for more immensely damaging combos.
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'''EX version:''' Does the second most damage and has anywhere juggle properties. Launches the opponent. Applies heavy scaling (counts as 10hits - so +50% DR), so be careful with where you use it in a combo (damage representation has been modified accordingly to help understand Damage Scaling)
'''646AC:''' Does the second most damage and has anywhere juggle properties. Launches the opponent. Applies heavy scaling (counts as 10hits - so +50% DR), so be careful with where you use it in a combo (damage representation has been modified accordingly to help understand Damage Scaling)
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|name=Haoh Shoukou Ken
|name=Haoh Shoukou Ken
|input=641236A/C/AC
|input=641236A/C/AC
|captions= "Supreme Ruler's Roaring Fist"
|captions= "Supreme Ruler's Roaring Fist" / Normal Version (Hitbox), , Max Version
|description2=* Massive fireball.
|description2=* Massive fireball.
* A version is slow enough to catch people rolling/jumping expecting the C version.
* A version is slow enough to catch people rolling/jumping expecting the C version.
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|name=Ryuuko Ranbu
|name=Ryuuko Ranbu
|input=2363214A/C/AC
|input=2363214A/C/AC
|captions= "Dragon & Tiger Wild Dance"
|captions= "Dragon & Tiger Wild Dance"/ Normal Version (Hitbox) <br>
<small>"Kyokugen-ryu secret technique!"</small>
<small>"Kyokugen-ryu secret technique!"</small> , Max Version
|description3=* Full screen dash into a flurry of strikes.
|description3=* Full screen dash into a flurry of strikes.
Ryo is the son and entrusted owner of Takuma Sakazaki's dojos for the Kyokugenryu school of Karate. As a child, Ryo spent his time training his body and eventually became so powerful that he was nicknamed The Invincible Dragon. Naturally, he is extremely strong-willed and will spare no effort getting things done. Even to this day, he continues to train himself to his maximum potential.
Jump: 39f Hop: 32f Backdash: 22f Run Speed Ranking: 7
Ryo Sakazaki treads a fine line between being a standard shoto and a rushdown character. He has all the characteristics and hallmarks of a shoto, but lacks the proper zoning tools—and instead is built around pushing himself in with his surprisingly advantageous pressure.
Ryo's tools are designed to push him into close quarters, and make it hard for the opponent to send him out of that range. Instead of having a meterless projectile, he uses Ko-Ou Ken (236P[P]), a rather large pseudo-fireball that either keeps him in place (236A) or pushes him forward significantly (236C). Both of these versions can leave Ryo plus on block from a relatively close distance.
Ryo's fireballs aren't the only things that can leave him at an advantage. Ryo's frame data is extraordinary, having lengthy normals that leave him at a better block advantage than a majority of the cast. He also has a command normal, Kizami Duki (A+C) than he can cancel into from a canceled 6A, which leaves Ryo +2 on block while still leaving him within effective distance of the opponent. These options give Ryo a powerful pressure game that is hard to contest.
Ryo also has some of the best defense in the game. Besides having a very fast DP, he is also the only character in the entire roster to have access to parries (6B, 3D) which have very fast startup, are extremely active, and push Ryo forward slightly. These parries can make Ryo hard to zone out as well, as he'll only build more meter from zoning attempts.
One would think that Ryo's excellent defensive options would mean he has poor damage output, but in all actuality, Ryo hits very, very hard. One EX Hien Shipuu Kyaku (214BD) opens the door to multiple combo options, such as Zanretsuken (646P[P]), a highly damaging multi-hit attack that can end in a hard knockdown (646A) or be used to juggle the opponent even more (646C/AC). To put it simply: Ryo has some of the best damage output in the game.
In the end, besides being a rather simple character with a slight weakness to zoning and reliance on meter, Ryo doesn't have any real fatal flaws. Ryo works well in any team position, but is especially powerful on anchor.
Ryo Sakazaki is a rushdown-oriented shoto who trades zoning tools for an intimidatingly augmented offensive and defensive game.
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Insane Damage Output: Given his multiple juggle and launch options (including a meterless launcher), Ryo is capable of racking up tons of damage without having to spend a lot of meter at all. In fact, Ryo can deal up to 583 damage with just one bar from anywhere on the screen. Most of the cast can only get 470 damage or less with one bar. Which means if Ryo gets a hit on the opponent when he has a lot of meter... chances are they're probably going to die.
Fantastic Meter Build: DP-style moves build plenty of meter on their own, but only Ryo is capable of using his DP twice in a combo, allowing him to build an absurd amount of meter and gain nearly half a bar back from using both 623A and 623C in a combo.
Great Pressure: Ryo excels at being up close, with several plus-on-block normals and parries that can create 50/50 mixup scenarios. Frame traps come easily to Ryo, who can cancel his 6A into Kizami Duki (AC), a slow but plus advancing mid. Ryo's 6A also serves as a raw overhead that can be Quick Max'd for massive damage.
Frame Data: Being a rushdown character, Ryo's kit is designed to let him get in and stay in. Ryo has significantly more advantage on his normals than a great majority of the cast. All of his light normals range from being +3 to -1 on block, while his st.C and cr.D have noticeably more frame advantage than most other characters have for their respective moves of the type.
Top Tier Defense: Ryo has unique defensive capabilities in the form of parries (6B, 3D) which are extremely fast countermoves that can nullify any attack as long as the proper parry is used. Besides preventing Ryo from accumulating chip damage, the fast recovery of the parries means that should a parry connect with an opponent's attack, Ryo has plenty of time to counterattack with a highly damaging combo route. Ryo can cancel into these parries from any command-cancellable move, even if that move whiffs. Overall, Ryo's parries contribute to his excellent punish game.
Heavily Fundamental: Ryo does not really have anything that might catch the opponent off guard besides his parries and his overhead. He doesn't need a ton of meter to be a real threat, but having access to at least half a bar significantly improves Ryo's capabilities. Mostly, Ryo players will have to utilize strong fundamentals in order to win.
Mediocre Mobility: Ryo isn't exactly slow by any means, but he's not fast, either. Ryo shines up close, but he can still get overwhelmed by pressure. With Ryo, you must take care in how you approach and use your tools at your spacing.
Quick Combo Reference
In a nutshell
Confirm into 214BD > 623C > Super.
You can squeeze an extra EX in with 214BD > Close D > 646AC > 623C > Super.
In the corner you can do 214D instead of the EX to save meter, but only against standing opponents (and 2C forces stand).
Comboing into 236A doesn't need to be confirmed, and allows for follow-ups in the corner.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
25
Mid
command
5
6
6
+3
+1
-
30
60
Chains into itself and cr.A starting frame 12. Whiff cancellable.
Command cancelable and has slightly longer range than cr.A. While it is not Ryo's most plus button, it is his furthest reaching plus button, which makes it preferable as a frametrap starter.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
30
Mid
super
6
3
11
+1
-1
-
30
60
Good for far range punishes into Quick MAX combos.
Can be canceled into from st.A.
Basic space control poke that's a bit stubbier than it looks. Can be used as a Quick Max combo starter.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70
Mid
special
8
5
16
0
-2
-
70
120
Solid poke with high reward thanks to its special-cancelability.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
80
Mid
super
10
6
18
-3
-5
-
70
120
Whiffs on crouching around Ryo's foot.
Decently large anti-airing option with middling reward. As a poke it is relatively mediocre, and cr.D is usually a better option.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
25
Mid
command
4
3
8
+4
+2
-
30
60
Chains into light normals starting frame 11. Whiff cancellable.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
30
Mid
command
5
3
7
+5
+3
-
30
60
Ryo's most plus button, only preferable as a frame trap starter if Ryo is really close.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70
Mid
command
4
6
14
+1
-1
-
70
120
Faster startup than close D, but overall overshadowed by 2C.
Useful for corner EX Zanretsuken combos, if cl.D might be a tad too slow to land.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
80
Low
command
6
8
18
-5
-7
-
70
120
Extends Ryo's head hurtbox.
Longer activation range than cl.C (activates around the furthest range st.A will hit)
Moves Ryo forward, which is great for strings & combos, but also means you cannot stuff out wakeup throws with it.
A very good normal and quite possibly one of the best heavy starters in the game. cl.D has a significantly large activation range (noticeably larger than other proximity normals) which makes it very easy to start combos with.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
25
Mid
command
4
3
8
+4
+2
-
30
60
Chains into light normals starting frame 11. Whiff-cancellable.
Links into cr.C and cl.C up close.
Great abare button and one of your best frametrap tools. At +2 on block, 2A is great for maintaining your turn and starting frametraps.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
15
Low
super
5
3
10
+2
0
-
15
30
Basic crouching light kick. Even on block, which makes it decent for pressure.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70
Mid
command
4
5
24
-8
-10
-
70
120
Ryo's fastest heavy normal. Only the first two active frames hit grounded opponents and are cancellable.
Forces stand.
Very unsafe on block or whiff.
Very fast cr.C that is a powerful anti-air thanks to Ryo's ability to cancel it into his 646AC anywhere juggle, leading to huge damage. Do be careful with using this because cr.C has a lot of recovery and massive disadvantage on hit and block.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
80
Low
command
9
5
19
SKD (25: Tech / 52: Non-tech)
-5
-
70
120
Whiff-cancelable.
Has an enormous hurtbox stretching from Ryo's foot to the opponent's round start distance during recovery frames.
Ryo's farthest reaching normal that works decently for space control at only -5 on block, but necessitates canceling (especially whiff-canceling) due to its enormous hurtbox during recovery.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
hop A
hop A
40
High
-
5
10
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
50
jump A
jump A
45
High
-
5
10
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
60
Lots of active frames, but susceptible to getting low profiled under.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
hop C
hop C
70
High
-
6
4
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
100
jump C
jump C
70
High
-
6
5
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
120
Susceptible to getting low profiled under, but more an issue of running out of active frames than a hitbox one.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
cl.AA
cl.AA
25
Mid
RU
8
-
-
-4
-6
-
0
-
cl.AAX
cl.AAX
25
Mid
RU
9
-
-
-5
-7
-
0
-
236A is the meterless ender and allows for the usual corner follow-ups. This is also the only way Ryo can low confirm into 236A.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
75
Mid
command
12
5
19
Wall Splat - HKD (+76~+92)
-1
-
100
160
Whiff-cancellable starting frame 13.
CD > 3D is even on block.
Above-average startup but is rather stubby. When canceled into 3D, it becomes safer and is one of Ryo's best cancel options. For example, if CD hits a grounded opponent and you cancel into 3D, you will have time to run up and perform 214BD from anywhere on the screen.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
75
Mid
-
15
6
27
Crumple - HKD (+93)
-10
Armor: 4 to 14 (11 frames)
0
-
Doesn't have very far range, and will not hit after 6A.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
hop CD
hop CD
80
Mid
-
13
6
1 on ground
SKD
-
-
-
80
jump CD
jump CD
90
Mid
-
13
7
1 on ground
SKD
-
-
80
-
j.CD has excellent range and is Ryo's biggest aerial normal. It is one of his best tools for approaching from the air.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
100
N/A
-
1
1
0
HKD (+42)
Unblockable
-
-
-
Hard knockdown that can be taken advantage off in the corner.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70 [55]
High [Mid]
super [special, A+C]
22 [15]
8
16 [21]
-3 [-8]
-5 [-10]
-
80
-
Causes a spiked soft knockdown on airborne opponents if performed raw.
Standard raw overhead / heavy normal extender. Key frametrap tool.
A knifehand strike that hits overhead when done raw that also serves as a key frametrap/extender tool when canceled into.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
-
-
special
4
14 (Parry Window)
8
-
-
-
-
-
Parries all high and mid attacks, such as jump-ins and overheads.
Increases Power Gauge by 80 points on successful parry.
Can be instantly followed up with any kind of special (including supers) or another parry.
Can be whiff canceled if canceled into.
Ryo's parry for high and mid attacks. On a successful parry, a distortion effect will appear in front of Ryo, and he will be able to follow up with a special move, a Super Special move, or another parry. Starts up and recovers very fast, and has a noticeably large parry window (nearly 1/4 of a second).
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
-
-
special
5
8 (Parry Window)
10
-
-
-
-
-
Parries all low attacks and low-angled projectiles (such as Joe's Hurricane Upper)
Increases Power Gauge by 80 points on successful parry.
Can be instantly followed up with any kind of special (including supers) or another parry.
Moves Ryo forward slightly, regardless if the parry connects or not.
Can parry ground-based projectiles.
Ryo's parry for low attacks. Pushes Ryo forwards, which can allow him to stay in range during pressure strings. Has 3 less overall frames than his 6B parry, which can make 3D a better option for making his moves safer (for example, st.CD becomes even on block). Has a noticeably smaller parry window than 6B, but is still able to beat most lows on reaction.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
80
Mid
super
29
5
16
+6
+2
-
40
120
Can be easily beaten out by mashing opponents.
Combos into cl.D at close range.
Can be canceled into from Hyouchuu Wari (6A) if Hyouchuu Wari is canceled into.
A slow, wind-up punch that pushes Ryo forward. Leaves Ryo in relatively close range and is plus on block. Since Ryo is able to cancel into this move from 6A, he can use it to create frame traps/blockstrings that leave him at an advantage. As a move that has very long startup, though, this move should not be used raw.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
A
A
80
Mid
super
4
10
36 (10 on ground)
SKD (31: Tech / 58: Non-tech)
-27
Full body against non-projectile air moves: 1 to 5 (5 Frames)
80
100
C
C
125 (90+35)
Mid
super(1)
5
12
48 (13 on ground)
SKD (17: Tech / 44: Non-tech)
-38
Full Body: 1 to 9 (9 Frames)
110 (80+30)
130 (100+30)
AC
AC
150
Mid
-
4
13
43
SKD (18: Tech / 45: Non-tech)
-37
Full Body: 1 to 9 (9 Frames)
0
120
A very fast DP that is arguably one of the best anti-airs in the game since it can become a highly damaging combo starter if it hits a jumping opponent. Also an excellent combo ender with high damage potential.
623A: Allows for combos on opponents that are in the air. Options include 623C, cl.C, 2C, or 214B. Very low recovery compared to other 623As, unless it gets blocked.
623C: Hits twice. First hit does more damage than 623A, making it good for super canceling.
623AC: Hits once, but does more damage than both of 623C's hits combined. Can be used to end combos when there's no other metered options available.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
A
A
75
Mid
super
17
6
20
SKD (40: Tech / 67: Non-tech)
-1 (Close) to 2 (Max Range)
-
80
80
C
C
85
Mid
super
19
9
19
SKD (33: Tech / 60: Non-tech)
-5 (Close) to 3 (Max Range)
-
80
100
AC
AC
87 (40+50)
Mid
-
15
Full Screen Projectile
32
SKD (42: Tech / 69: Non-tech)
+1 (Close) to 20 (Max Range)
-
-
60 (20+40)
Generates a very small amount of meter during startup.
As only the EX version is a true fireball, the meterless versions are considered physical strikes and therefore use the standard hitbox, meaning they can't be reflected, but they can still be countered.
Ryo's "pseudo-fireball"— a mid-ranged attack that functions similarly to a fireball, but lacks the fullscreen range. Compared to true projectiles, Ko-Ou Ken has slower startup and range, but more than makes up for it with higher damage, faster recovery, and a larger vertical hitbox. It also knocks down if it hits, which is great for Ryo's pressure.
The EX version is similar to your standard fireball, especially with its slower recovery than meterless, but it is still a very fast fireball with high damage.
All versions allow for corner juggling, making this move an important part of corner combos.
236A: Used for safe blockstrings and frametraps. While it doesn't hit until frame 17, the projectile can't be prevented from coming out from frame 12 and onwards, even if Ryo gets hit - which is great for corner pressure, since you can combo even after trades. Ryo has an extended lower hurtbox during active frames, which makes it easier to punish him with a sweep.
236C: Immense forward movement, pushing Ryo about half-screen. Unsafe point blank, but can be made safer with proper spacing. Decent as a midscreen approach tool due to its absurd disjoint.
236AC: Full screen projectile that hits twice and can power through non-EX fireballs. Great for winning fireball wars. Plus on block even at point blank, allowing for some extended pressure, especially in the corner.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
B
B
87 (40+50)
Mid
-
5
6
34
SKD (13: Tech / 40: Non-tech)
-20
-
100 (40+60)
120 (60+60)
D
D
141 (40+50+60)
Mid
-
14
6 (10) 3
26
SKD (36: Tech / 63: Non-tech)
-10
-
120 (40*3)
180 (60+60+60)
BD
BD
113 (30+50+40)
Mid
-
7
2 (2) 4 (9) 4
28
SKD (36: Tech* / 75: Non-tech)
-13
-
0
160 (60+40+60)
Ryo leaps into the air and performs two flying kicks. This is your most basic combo ender, but definitely should not be randomly thrown out in neutral because of its high block disadvantage and recovery.
214B: Situational punisher and combo ender after 623A. Very high block disadvantage and recovery.
214D: Combos from lights from a very close distance. Does the most damage and has the least amount of block disadvantage/recovery, but is still a guaranteed death sentence on block. Can be used for starting corner combos. Combos into 214B.
214BD: Your go-to move in confirms. Launches the opponent.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
Functional hitgrab; the full animation will not play out unless the move properly connects.
Does no chip damage whatsoever.
Ryo enters a stance and performs several high speed punches with his inner fist. If any of the hits snag the opponent, it will trigger the main attack that either knocks the opponent away (646A) or launches them upwards (646C/AC). Even with meter, this move has poor range and long startup, meaning it is very hard to use as a combo starter or after 6A. Secondly, Zanretsuken pushes Ryo back on block, so if he is unable to land it, not only will Ryo be left wide open, but he will be sent out of close range, where he works best. For these reasons, Zanretsuken works best as a midcombo extender, such as 646A after 214BD or 646AC after 214BD, cl.C/cl.D.
646AC is the cornerstone of Ryo's metered combos. Faster, more damaging, and more active than 646C and even having anywhere juggle properties, it is part of what makes getting hit by Ryo's metered combos so threatening. Ryo can only connect this move once per combo, so be sure on which version you want to use.
646A: Combos from lights and causes a sliding hard knockdown, and is Ryo's only hard knockdown option outside of supers. Does more damage than the heavy version.
646C: Combos from heavies but the poor range and speed means the move will not connect after 6A. Launches the opponent. An excellent combo extender after a close heavy, and allows for more immensely damaging combos.
646AC: Does the second most damage and has anywhere juggle properties. Launches the opponent. Applies heavy scaling (counts as 10hits - so +50% DR), so be careful with where you use it in a combo (damage representation has been modified accordingly to help understand Damage Scaling)
Super Special Moves
Haoh Shoukou Ken
Haoh Shoukou Ken
641236A/C/AC
641236A/C/AC
"Supreme Ruler's Roaring Fist" / Normal Version (Hitbox)
"Supreme Ruler's Roaring Fist" / Normal Version (Hitbox)
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
A or C
A or C
180
Mid
advanced, climax
19
Full Screen Projectile
57
HKD (+35)
-27 (Close) to 13 (Max Range)
Full Body: 1 to 3 (3 Frames)
0
-
AC
AC
320
Mid
climax
13
Full Screen Projectile
50
HKD(+64)
-20 (Close) to -6 (Max Range)
Full Body: 1 (1 Frame)
0
-
Massive fireball.
A version is slow enough to catch people rolling/jumping expecting the C version.
C version is very fast, for catching people doing special moves from full screen away.
MAX version is as fast as C version, but with a longer activation freeze.
MAX version lets you juggle after when canceled into from the final hit of Ranbu.
Ryo shoots a massive fireball from his hands. Compared to Robert's fireball super, it's a bit slower by a frame (level 2) or two (level 1), but it has significantly less recovery.
Ryuuko Ranbu
Ryuuko Ranbu
2363214A/C/AC
2363214A/C/AC
"Dragon & Tiger Wild Dance"/ Normal Version (Hitbox)
"Kyokugen-ryu secret technique!"
"Dragon & Tiger Wild Dance"/ Normal Version (Hitbox)
"Kyokugen-ryu secret technique!"
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
MAX version goes full screen (but slower than C version), and has full invulnerability for ~the first 1/3 of travel.
Ryo lunges forward with a knee and performs his iconic Ryuuko Ranbu if it lands. Synergizes very well with Ryo's kit, and is very easy to cancel into from his moves.
Climax Super Special Moves
Shin • Tenchi Haoh Ken
Shin • Tenchi Haoh Ken
2141236CD
2141236CD
"True Heaven and Earth Supreme Fist"
"One hit certain death!"
"True Heaven and Earth Supreme Fist"
"One hit certain death!"
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
450 Min:270
Mid
-
13
3
60
HKD(+3)
Guard Crush (-14)
Full Body: 1 to 14 (14 Frames)
0
-
Full invincibility.
The guard crush effect is to your detriment, since all it does is reset the opponent's guard gauge.
Does no extra damage whatsoever on a counter hit due to a cinematic 0 damage hit at the start.
A massive punch with more range than the animation implies. Damage is not affected by counterhits.
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