One of ''Fatal Fury'''s most iconic characters, Yamazaki is a dirty space-control fighter who doesn't play by the rules. Yamazaki is armed with a reflector, a counter, and more than enough disjoints and safe pokes that would make even the most defensive opponent quiver.
Yamazaki is defined by his Serpent Slash (214A/B/C/AC) stance, which gives him access to a very high anti-air and a far-reaching low with immense pushback, both of which are incredibly disjointed. He can also cancel this stance before the attack occurs, which makes his CD and other cancelable heavy normals plus on block. In a rare attribute, Yamazaki can cancel his Spray Sand (623D) special into Serpent Slash, which allows him to tack on extra damage or extend blockstrings. These options are bolstered by Yamazaki's far-reaching, special cancelable 5B and 5C, which makes it incredibly easy for Yamazaki to run his game, while buttons like j.B and j.CD allow Yamazaki to cover his aerial approach. His pressure is assisted by a 5/3-frame command grab, Bombshell Badda-Bing (6246P[P]), which is useful for opening up opponents too scared to fight back.
Yamazaki's excellent neutral control makes his anti-zoning game all the more scarier. Double Return (236P[P]) not only reflects projectiles, but with 236A he can store them for later. The resulting projectile is incredibly fast and gives a soft knockdown, allowing Yamazaki to effectively stuff out zoning attempts. Yamazaki's high/mid counter, Sadomaso (426K[K]) is fast and incredibly active, making it great for neutralizing obvious pokes. The EX version of Double Return is also a great combo tool, as it is a 5-frame launcher.
Where Yamazaki shines best is with meter dumping. He has what is arguably the best super in the game in Pit Viper (2426P[P]), which always deals 100-120 unscaled damage (alongside its base 120-250 damage) unless Yamazaki gets hit, but he can easily circumvent this with his OTG attack, Todome (6246K[K]), forcing the opponent to take the full damage and getting even more damage. Pit Viper in general is what makes a well-stocked Yamazaki such a massive threat, as he can easily convert any stray hit into massive damage.
For all his strength, however, Yamazaki does have some glaring weaknesses. Although his cl.A is 4-frames, his 2A, his best abare tool, is 5, which makes playing defensively a bit riskier for Yamazaki. Not that he even has good defense in the first place. Without a meterless reversal, or even decent oki or corner carry, Yamazaki puts himself at an inherent risk every time he wants to run his devastating offense. All this comes in hand with the fact that Yamazaki is the most technically demanding character in the game (besides Ash in Sans-Culotte). All of Yamazaki's most optimal routes involve very specific sequences that can put Yamazaki at a huge disadvantage if an input is missed. But if you are willing to master everything that Yamazaki has to offer, then your opponents are sure to cower in fear.
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| intro = {{SUBPAGENAME}} is a devastating mid-range character who excels at picking his opponents off before running them down with stance cancels, high/lows, command grabs, and frame traps. With many tools at his disposal, there's hardly a situation Yamazaki can't account for. However, a weak wakeup game and harsh, punishing execution can make Yamazaki more tricky to pick up than most other characters. Regardless, if you master everything Yamazaki has to offer, your enemies are sure to cower in fear.
| intro = '''''{{SUBPAGENAME}} is a devastating mid-range character who excels at picking his opponents off before running them down with stance cancels, high/lows, command grabs, and frame traps.'''''
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* '''Devious Neutral''': All of Yamazaki's approach and defense options in neutral are excellent and offer high reward. His pokes are solid, his j.D is an amazing jumpin, he has numerous huge anti-air buttons, and Serpent Slash alone is one of the most messed-up specials in the game. Playing a proper Yamazaki can let you control the screen and adapt to any matchup.
* '''Devious Neutral''': All of Yamazaki's approach and defense options in neutral are excellent and offer high reward. His pokes are solid, his j.D is an amazing jumpin, he has numerous huge anti-air buttons, and Serpent Slash alone is one of the most messed-up specials in the game. Playing a proper Yamazaki can let you control the screen and adapt to any matchup.
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|name=close D
|name=close D
|input=cl.D
|input=cl.D
|description=Slow, but with very little pushback. Good for punishes as it will combo into 6A for much more damage than 6B.
|description=Slow, but with EXTREMELY little pushback, and extra hitstun on hit. Good for punishes as it will combo into 6A for much more damage than 6B.
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|description= Frame 5 jab with good advantage.
|description= Frame 5 jab with good advantage.
* Can frame trap into command normals.
* Can frame trap into command normals.
Your main confirm tool. 2B2A5B 623D 214C will be your main low confirm for the most part. While you can get a 236AC off 2B2A, this isn't really an easy confirm. Slightly more disjointed than average.
Your main confirm tool. 2B2A5B 623D 214C will be your main low confirm for the most part. While you can get a 236AC off 2B2A, this isn't really an easy confirm.
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|name=jump A
|name=jump A
|input=j.A
|input=j.A
|hitboxCaptions= Hop Version, Jump Version
|description2= Average jump jab.
|description2= Average jump jab.
* Quite active.
* Quite active.
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|name=jump B
|name=jump B
|input=j.B
|input=j.B
|hitboxCaptions= Hop Version, Jump Version
|description2= REALLY LONG and relatively fast air normal. Great as an air-to-air and even as a jump-in due to these aspects.
|description2= REALLY LONG and relatively fast air normal. Great as an air-to-air and even as a jump-in due to these aspects.
* So big that it'll stuff out most air approaches.
* So big that it'll stuff out most air approaches.
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|name=jump C
|name=jump C
|input=j.C
|input=j.C
|hitboxCaptions= Hop Version, , Jump Version
|description2=Air-to-air and pretty much just that. Very active and hits above him, good shit.
|description2=Air-to-air and pretty much just that. Very active and hits above him, good shit.
* Kinda stubby.
* Kinda stubby.
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|name=jump D
|name=jump D
|input=j.D
|input=j.D
|hitboxCaptions= Hop Version, Jump Version
|description2=Great jump pressure normal that synergizes well with Yamazaki's jump arc and height.
|description2=Great jump pressure normal that synergizes well with Yamazaki's jump arc and height.
* Because Yamazaki is a massive guy who lands quite quickly, this move can be used in a way where it won't combo on hit, but will catch late abare and still give you advantage.
* Because Yamazaki is a massive guy who lands quite quickly, this move can be used in a way where it won't combo on hit, but will catch late abare and still give you advantage.
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|name=Blowback
|name=Blowback
|input=CD
|input=CD
|description=Decent stand CD that's great cause of Yamazaki's toolkit. Not disjointed at all.
|description=Decent stand CD that's great cause of Yamazaki's toolkit.
* Doesn't catch jumps as well as some other 5CDs.
* Doesn't catch jumps as well as some other 5CDs.
You almost always want to stance cancel this button. On whiff or block it'll recover quicker. On hit, follow up with dash > 6B > 623D > 214A > ender. If you suspect they will jump high over you can cancel into 214A for a cheeky anti-air.
You almost always want to stance cancel this button. On whiff or block it'll recover quicker. On hit, follow up with dash > 6B > 623D > 214A > ender. If you suspect they will jump high over you can cancel into 214A for a cheeky anti-air.
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* Air connect can mess with routing, get good at judging how high they were bounced.
* Air connect can mess with routing, get good at judging how high they were bounced.
Because of Yamazaki's juggle combos, his Shatter Strike has very good reward, especially with meter. Shatter Strike > juggle > Pit Viper is truly diabolic in nature.
Because of Yamazaki's juggle combos, his Shatter Strike has very good reward, especially with meter. Shatter Strike > juggle > Pit Viper is truly diabolic in nature.
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====AdvanceStrike====
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|moveId=yamazaki_214cd
|description=
* Same animation and range as his CD.
* The throw counter is at the feet.
If you're looking for plus frames, CD xx 214BD is a better option.
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|name=jump CD
|name=jump CD
|input=j.CD
|input=j.CD
|description2= Meh jCD for aggressing on the ground, but Yamazaki's hop arc makes due.
|hitboxCaptions= Hop Version, Jump Version
|description2= Pretty good j.CD because of its coverage.
* Whiffs on small crouchers.
* Whiffs on small crouchers.
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|name=Eviscerator
|name=Eviscerator
|input=6A
|input=6A
|hitboxCaptions= Raw Version, Cancel Version
|description= SLOOOOOW but very safe overhead.
|description= SLOOOOOW but very safe overhead.
* Highest potential damage in the game of any standing overhead.
* Highest potential damage in the game of any standing overhead.
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|input=214A/B/C/AC
|input=214A/B/C/AC
(A/B/C hold OK)
(A/B/C hold OK)
|hitboxCaptions= A Version, B Version, , C Version, , EX Version, , D Hold
|description4= Fast, quick, long ranged strike.
|description4= Fast, quick, long ranged strike.
* A version cannot hit standing.
* A version can only hit standing opponents when the opponent is already in hitstun, and will not hit crouching.
* C version will out-poke most moves and even CDs.
* C version will out-poke most moves and even CDs.
This move is your bread and butter. A and C versions are fantastic in combos, conversions, and neutral, with C version even hitting OTG in certain circumstances (this is your main corner combo ender, with 2D into 214[C] delay release to get the OTG). B version is a fantastic tool to call out a wide variety of approaches from hop height and below, and the EX version is absolutely crazy as it leads to high damage combos both in corner and midscreen and can be used as a large, active poke that leads to crazy damage on ground hit.
This move is your bread and butter. A and C versions are fantastic in combos, conversions, and neutral, with C version even hitting OTG in certain circumstances (this is your main corner combo ender, with 2D into 214[C] delay release to get the OTG). B version is a fantastic tool to call out a wide variety of approaches from hop height and below, and the EX version is absolutely crazy as it leads to high damage combos both in corner and midscreen and can be used as a large, active poke that leads to crazy damage on ground hit.
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|name=Bombshell Badda-Bing
|name=Bombshell Badda-Bing
|input=632146A/C/AC
|input=632146A/C/AC
|captions= You'll only see this animation if you whiffed. Just reminding you not to do that.
|imageCaptions= You'll only see this animation if you whiffed. Just reminding you not to do that.
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, EX Version
|description2=Decent damage command grab that gives good oki. While it's no longer instant, it has one frame of invulnerability before active frames, which can stop it from trading in certain scenarios.
|description2=Decent damage command grab that gives good oki. While it's no longer instant, it has one frame of invulnerability before active frames, which can stop it from trading in certain scenarios.
* EX version just deals more damage and gives better oki.
* EX version just deals more damage and gives better oki.
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|name=Double Return
|name=Double Return
|input=236A/C/AC
|input=236A/C/AC
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, , Normal Version Reflect, , EX Version, , , EX Version Reflect
|description4=
|description4=
An uppercut that absorbs almost any projectile that comes into contact into it, even Terry's Power Geyser and Athena's Climax. Normal versions of the uppercut have very poor range and low damage are only useful for dealing with projectiles. The '''EX''' version launches the opponent and combos from lights, making it great for combos.
An uppercut that absorbs almost any projectile that comes into contact into it, even Terry's Power Geyser and Athena's Climax. Normal versions of the uppercut have very poor range and low damage are only useful for dealing with projectiles. The '''EX''' version launches the opponent and combos from lights, making it great for combos.
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|name=Sadomaso
|name=Sadomaso
|input=41236B/BD
|input=41236B/BD
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, EX Version
|description2= Stupidly active high and mid counter if reacting to jumps isn't your cup of tea.
|description2= Stupidly active high and mid counter if reacting to jumps isn't your cup of tea.
* BD version juggles.
* BD version juggles.
Great tool for countering mids, highs, and jump-ins all at once. If they know you're going to use this you'll die, however, as the animation gives the opponent about six years give or take to punish with a low starter.
Great tool for countering mids, highs, and jump-ins all at once. If they know you're going to use this you'll die, however, as the animation gives the opponent about six years give or take to punish with a low starter. Characters with low-hitting cl.Ds, such as Heidern, Ryo, Hinako, and (Orochi) Yashiro, can punish Sadomaso for massive damage.
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* Combos into 623B in corners during juggles.
* Combos into 623B in corners during juggles.
* Has barely any pushback and moves you forward, making it great for staying close during pressure.
* Has barely any pushback and moves you forward, making it great for staying close during pressure.
* Disjointed projectile hitbox means it cannot be countered or reflected.
* Static projectile hitbox means it cannot be countered or reflected.
* Can be cancelled into from 214AC.
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|moveId=yamazaki_623b,yamazaki_623bd
|moveId=yamazaki_623b,yamazaki_623bd
|name=Fight of Tempering
|name=Fight of Tempering
|captions= RIGHT FOOT LET'S STOMP
|imageCaptions= RIGHT FOOT LET'S STOMP
|input=623B/BD
|input=623B/BD
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, EX Version
|description2= Weird overhead move.
|description2= Weird overhead move.
* Meterless version is super-cancellable but doesn't actually combo into supers.
* BD version is safe and unreactable.
* BD version is safe and unreactable.
The B version of this is your staple easy ender in corner juggles, as it leads to a safe jump that's kind of easy to time. The BD version on the other hand is a stupid instant overhead that you can just whip out as the pushback makes it safe despite its negativity. It has a 4f gap between the two hits but Yamazaki wins the trade and WILL combo you after due to frame advantage. The way you counteract this is by throwing the move, but it's easier said than done. A staple jumpscare in his corner pressure due to its range and speed.
The B version of this is your staple easy ender in corner juggles, as it leads to a safe jump that's kind of easy to time. The BD version on the other hand is a stupid instant overhead that you can just whip out as the pushback makes it safe despite its negativity. It has a 4f gap between the two hits but Yamazaki wins the trade and WILL combo you after due to frame advantage. The way you counteract this is by throwing the move, but it's easier said than done. A staple jumpscare in his corner pressure due to its range and speed.
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|moveId=yamazaki_632146k,yamazaki_632146bd
|moveId=yamazaki_632146k,yamazaki_632146bd
|name=Todome
|name=Todome
|captions=LEFT FOOT LET'S STOMP
|imageCaptions=LEFT FOOT LET'S STOMP
|input=632146B/D/BD
|input=632146B/D/BD
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, EX Version
|description2= OTG.
|description2= OTG.
* Normal version kicks them away and switches sides, EX version gives you a little oki and kicks them in front of you while also lasting longer.
* Normal version kicks them away and switches sides, EX version gives you a little oki and kicks them in front of you while also lasting longer.
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|name=Guillotine
|name=Guillotine
|input=236236A/C/AC
|input=236236A/C/AC
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, , , Max Version
|description2=
|description2=
Brutal uppercut that is Yamazaki's only reliable invincible reversal.
* Deals more damage than his Pit Viper super, but does not see common use in combos.
* Deals more damage than his Pit Viper super, but does not see common use in combos.
* Essentially an extremely damaging anti-air super.
* Essentially an extremely damaging anti-air super.
Yamazaki leaps into the air with an uppercut. If he grabs an opponent, he will slam them into the ground and drag them across the stage before tossing them far off. In previous games this super has been used to anti-air opponents and as a combo ender, but due to the return of Yamazaki's OTG stomp move, this super does not see as much use as Pit Viper does.
Standard combo ender that trades the damage and oki you would get from Pit Viper for corner carry. Guillotine is the closest thing Yamazaki has to a reversal, and for one, it's certainly not cheap. It also has both middling range and a weird jumping arc that makes it prone to whiffing on many attacks.
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|moveId=yamazaki_2141236p,yamazaki_2141236ac
|moveId=yamazaki_2141236p,yamazaki_2141236ac
|name=Pit Viper
|name=Pit Viper
|captions= 🥶
|imageCaptions= 🥶
|input=2141236A/C/AC
|input=2141236A/C/AC
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, , Max Version
|description2=
|description2=
* Value in [] indicate unscaled bleed damage. Bleed damage is applied twice a second and cannot KO opponents. Bleed damage stops if Yamazaki is hit by any attack.
* Value in [] indicate unscaled bleed damage. Bleed damage is applied twice a second and cannot KO opponents. Bleed damage stops if Yamazaki is hit by any attack.
* Lets you OTG after.
* Lets you OTG after.
* Excellent range.
* Excellent range.
* Max version has an extended hitbox when used as an Advanced Cancel from Guillotine to guarantee it connects midscreen.
Probably the best level 1 super in the game. Yamazaki lunges forward with a knife-hand strike, afflicting any enemies hit with an Orochi curse that deals "bleed" damage. Because of this bleed damage, this super is typically chosen over his Guillotine super, as it leads to a hard knockdown right in front of Yamazaki and allows him to follow up with his Todome OTG special, letting him tack on extra damage that he otherwise cannot do with his Guillotine super and causing the opponent to sustain all of Pit Viper's bleed damage. A basic hop normal > 5C > 6B > 623D > 214C > Pit Viper chain deals around 480 damage. EX kicks the opponent fullscreen which can make it harder for Todome to work, but combos fine in the corner.
Probably the best level 1 super in the game. Yamazaki lunges forward with a knife-hand strike, afflicting any enemies hit with an Orochi curse that deals "bleed" damage. Because of this bleed damage, this super is typically chosen over his Guillotine super, as it leads to a hard knockdown right in front of Yamazaki and allows him to follow up with his Todome OTG special, letting him tack on extra damage that he otherwise cannot do with his Guillotine super and causing the opponent to sustain all of Pit Viper's bleed damage. A basic hop normal > 5C > 6B > 623D > 214C > Pit Viper chain deals around 480 damage. EX kicks the opponent fullscreen which can make it harder for Todome to work, but combos fine in the corner.
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* Mash the punch buttons to deal more damage.
* Mash the punch buttons to deal more damage.
Yamazaki slams the opponent to the ground and enters a pose before rushing the opponent with a barrage of attacks and launching them far off. By mashing the punch buttons, the player can cause Yamazaki to enter a more aggressive pose followed by a sound which signifies that Yamazaki will perform a different move that deals more damage.
Yamazaki slams the opponent to the ground and enters a pose before rushing the opponent with a barrage of attacks and launching them far off. By mashing the punch buttons, the player can cause Yamazaki to enter a more aggressive pose followed by a sound which signifies that Yamazaki will perform a different move that deals more damage
'''Level 1:''' Performs his Slam command normal, followed by his Fight of Tempering special and lastly his Todome special, before kicking the opponent into the air and performing his Drill uppercut.
'''Level 1:''' Performs his Slam command normal, followed by his Fight of Tempering special and lastly his Todome special, before kicking the opponent into the air and performing his Drill uppercut. [0 buttons pushed > damage = 40+(20*20)+(11*10)+150]
'''Level 2:''' Causes a cinematic where Yamazaki stomps the opponent (shown from their point of view) before kicking them into the air and performing his Drill uppercut.
'''Level 2:''' Causes a cinematic where Yamazaki stomps the opponent (shown from their point of view) before kicking them into the air and performing his Drill uppercut. [10 buttons pushed > damage = 40+30+(20*4)+40+40+(11*5)+150]
'''Level 3:''' Whacks the opponent with a randomly chosen object (could be a giant fish, a bench, a traffic cone, a billboard, or an animatronic head) that launches them into the air; Yamazaki follows up with his Drill uppercut.
'''Level 3:''' Whacks the opponent with a randomly chosen object (could be a giant fish, a bench, a traffic cone, a billboard, or an animatronic head) that launches them into the air; Yamazaki follows up with his Drill uppercut. [18 buttons pushed > damage = 40+120+30+(11*10)+150]
'''Level 4:''' Yamazaki goes insane and viciously assaults the opponent with a barrage of Serpent Slashes, before grabbing them and slamming them into the ground with his Drill attack.
'''Level 4:''' Yamazaki goes insane and viciously assaults the opponent with a barrage of Serpent Slashes, before grabbing them and slamming them into the ground with his Drill attack. [27 buttons pushed > damage = 40+(5*30+0*18)+10+(12*10)+150]
Ryuji is a lone outlaw who made a name for himself as a broker in the underground. He is also one of Orochi's Eight Hakkesshu, but he lives only for his own gain. In this tournament, he seems to have been hired by the Howard Connection for a certain purpose, though as to what could be anyone’s guess.
Jump: 40f Hop: 32f Backdash: 26f Run Speed Ranking: 7
One of Fatal Fury's most iconic characters, Yamazaki is a dirty space-control fighter who doesn't play by the rules. Yamazaki is armed with a reflector, a counter, and more than enough disjoints and safe pokes that would make even the most defensive opponent quiver.
Yamazaki is defined by his Serpent Slash (214A/B/C/AC) stance, which gives him access to a very high anti-air and a far-reaching low with immense pushback, both of which are incredibly disjointed. He can also cancel this stance before the attack occurs, which makes his CD and other cancelable heavy normals plus on block. In a rare attribute, Yamazaki can cancel his Spray Sand (623D) special into Serpent Slash, which allows him to tack on extra damage or extend blockstrings. These options are bolstered by Yamazaki's far-reaching, special cancelable 5B and 5C, which makes it incredibly easy for Yamazaki to run his game, while buttons like j.B and j.CD allow Yamazaki to cover his aerial approach. His pressure is assisted by a 5/3-frame command grab, Bombshell Badda-Bing (6246P[P]), which is useful for opening up opponents too scared to fight back.
Yamazaki's excellent neutral control makes his anti-zoning game all the more scarier. Double Return (236P[P]) not only reflects projectiles, but with 236A he can store them for later. The resulting projectile is incredibly fast and gives a soft knockdown, allowing Yamazaki to effectively stuff out zoning attempts. Yamazaki's high/mid counter, Sadomaso (426K[K]) is fast and incredibly active, making it great for neutralizing obvious pokes. The EX version of Double Return is also a great combo tool, as it is a 5-frame launcher.
Where Yamazaki shines best is with meter dumping. He has what is arguably the best super in the game in Pit Viper (2426P[P]), which always deals 100-120 unscaled damage (alongside its base 120-250 damage) unless Yamazaki gets hit, but he can easily circumvent this with his OTG attack, Todome (6246K[K]), forcing the opponent to take the full damage and getting even more damage. Pit Viper in general is what makes a well-stocked Yamazaki such a massive threat, as he can easily convert any stray hit into massive damage.
For all his strength, however, Yamazaki does have some glaring weaknesses. Although his cl.A is 4-frames, his 2A, his best abare tool, is 5, which makes playing defensively a bit riskier for Yamazaki. Not that he even has good defense in the first place. Without a meterless reversal, or even decent oki or corner carry, Yamazaki puts himself at an inherent risk every time he wants to run his devastating offense. All this comes in hand with the fact that Yamazaki is the most technically demanding character in the game (besides Ash in Sans-Culotte). All of Yamazaki's most optimal routes involve very specific sequences that can put Yamazaki at a huge disadvantage if an input is missed. But if you are willing to master everything that Yamazaki has to offer, then your opponents are sure to cower in fear.
Ryuji Yamazaki is a devastating mid-range character who excels at picking his opponents off before running them down with stance cancels, high/lows, command grabs, and frame traps.
Pros
Cons
Devious Neutral: All of Yamazaki's approach and defense options in neutral are excellent and offer high reward. His pokes are solid, his j.D is an amazing jumpin, he has numerous huge anti-air buttons, and Serpent Slash alone is one of the most messed-up specials in the game. Playing a proper Yamazaki can let you control the screen and adapt to any matchup.
Huge Toolbox: Yamazaki has a special for everything. Serpent Slash controls the ground and sky very well, while his reflector lets him counter zoning and his counter stance can punish mash-happy players. On offense, he has a command grab and an instant overhead that causes HKD, allowing him to consistently mixup his opponents very easily.
Excellent Pressure: Yamazaki's stancels allow him to stay plus and also gain mental plus frames due to how easy he can frametrap from it, giving him great stagger and corner pressure in general. His variety of options and high reward on hit make him very frightening to deal with up close.
Incredible Meter Economy: Yamazaki's meter gain is top-notch when combined with his big juggles and special-bound neutral and offense. A keen Yamazaki will almost always have enough meter for the situation at hand.
Meter Dump Damage: Yamazaki is infamous for how much reward he gets off of meter dumps, whether that be his EX Specials or his Pit Viper super. The flexibility with which he can dump meter means that he can generally play any role and do above-average damage. Pit Viper alone is an absurd super as it deals unscaled damage through poison, giving him huge conversions if he has a meter bank.
Any Position: All of the above points boil down to a character that can play any role and excel. On point, his meter gain and strong neutral can secure an early lead. On mid, his meter dumps and great metered corner carry can easily defeat the enemy point or mid while reserving bar for your anchor. On anchor, his full meter dumps are easy to perform, deal incredible damage, and he can easily convert any of them into good pressure or push for a kill.
🔥🔥🔥: Just look at that coat.
Weak Midscreen Okizeme: Yamazaki's midscreen oki doesn't really exist unless you sacrifice lots of damage, meaning you'll have to get many more hits than other characters before being able to run any real oki.
Weak Corner Carry: Yamazaki's combos may throw the opponent far, but the lack of okizeme he gets off them means his corner carry is below average as he cannot push you past the screen's edge. Again, this means you must win neutral more than other characters do for the same pressure opportunities.
High Difficulty: While every aspect of Yamazaki is strong, every aspect of him also requires a lot of forethought and executional prowess.
Complex Execution: Stance cancels, special to special cancels, and the horrid thought of being punishable on hit if you mess up a 6B cancel confirm can make Yamazaki terrifying to play in high-pressure situations, as a drop can spell the round or the game. While his combos aren't very hard, his pressure will put the weight of the world on your hands.
Committal Neutral: Of the characters with good neutral, Yamazaki probably has the most difficult neutral of them all by far. Yamazaki has numerous neutral tools that are all good, but many are extremely committal and require heavy forethought before use. It can be very easy to predict a Yamazaki and punish his poor neutral plays.
Bad Defense: A lack of a meterless reversal and slow abare buttons make it so that Yamazaki crumbles on pressure if you aren't careful. His huge frame makes him a prime target for overheads and defensive air-to-airs if he tries to jump out of the corner, so defending as him can be a nightmare.
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
super
5
5
11
-1
-3
-
30
60
Big jab.
Great anti-hop.
Can be ducked under.
Main anti-hop normal for getting out of pressure in a safe way.
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
special
7
3
11
+1
-1
-
30
60
Main confirm tool after crouching lights.
Has much higher hitstun than 2A.
Frame traps from 2A on block while comboing on hit with correct timing.
The most threatening 5B in the game. On block, it's a pressure situation. On hit, you might just die. Yamazaki can easily hit-confirm this into 623D~214C to get ridiculous damage off a super confirm. Go-to frame trap tool. Go-to close poke. If it caught hoppers this button would be broken.
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
10
4
21
-4
-6
-
70
120
Incredibly slow whiffing far normal.
Cancelable on hit or whiff.
Leads to very, very good reward on hit. Use this to punish from afar.
You should be canceling this into Serpent Slash all the time, especially on whiff.
Good for punishes and limited poking. But it's a bit slow and linear.
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
12
4
21
-4
-6
-
70
120
Supermassive kick.
Doesn't catch hops.
This button exists to make Yamazaki work on anchor. The reach cannot be understated, as it is nearly as long as Krohnen's 2C. Because of the strength of Yamazaki's MAX Mode confirms, you probably won't hit this a lot vs many opponents, as they'll be too scared to try and be around it. But that just means you control an insane amount of space by merely existing.
Just FYI, it is very slow recovering. So don't just whip it out willy nilly or you might get jump punished. However, Yamazaki does do well with anti airs, so you might just want them to try and start jumping at you anyway.
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
30
Mid
command
5
3
7
+5
+3
-
30
60
Very plus close B.
The height of this button means it can catch characters with lower aerial hurtboxes like Geese and Vanessa.
You won't find much use out of this as a button in and of itself due to Yamazaki's pressure game being better than just utilizing this. But mixing something 'lower level' in between harsher pressure is indeed a good privilege to have.
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
80
Mid
command
8
3
20
0
-4
-
70
120
Slow, but with EXTREMELY little pushback, and extra hitstun on hit. Good for punishes as it will combo into 6A for much more damage than 6B.
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
3
8
+4
+2
-
30
60
Frame 5 jab with good advantage.
Can frame trap into command normals.
Your main confirm tool. 2B2A5B 623D 214C will be your main low confirm for the most part. While you can get a 236AC off 2B2A, this isn't really an easy confirm.
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
4
9
+2
0
-
30
30
The rare 5f even on block low.
Quite long, actually.
Not only is this long, but unlike many lows it's not minus on block while also being frame 5 AND having good confirm options.
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
6
5
26
-10
-12
-
70
120
Best-er anti-hop normal that doubles as an anti-air. Slightly slower than 5A and with trash range but great reward.
Can be canceled on hit and whiff.
Leads to insane reward on Counter Hit with special cancels.
Like f.C, it has so much recovery you always want to cancel this into something.
Incredible anti-air thanks to its overwhelming reward. When stance cancelled it will give you a lot more advantage than most anti-airs, and on Counter Hit you can react with 236AC or 214A for big damage. Learn to use this.
Though the hitbox is a bit worse than other AAs, so you'll have to react quite quickly.
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
hop
40
High
-
6
6
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
50
jump
jump
45
High
-
6
7
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
60
Average jump jab.
Quite active.
Not much reason to use this over his j.B for counter poking, but it is good at catching whiffs and has a nice angle.
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
hop
40
High
-
6
7
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
50
jump
jump
45
High
-
6
8
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
60
REALLY LONG and relatively fast air normal. Great as an air-to-air and even as a jump-in due to these aspects.
So big that it'll stuff out most air approaches.
Can still hit crouchers for some reason.
Farthest range jumping normal.
Because Yamazaki is slow, this normal is incredible for jump-ins from a distance where his other normals won't hit.
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
hop
70
High
-
6
6
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
100
jump
jump
70
High
-
6
7
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
120
Air-to-air and pretty much just that. Very active and hits above him, good shit.
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
hop
70
High
-
8
5
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
100
jump
jump
70
High
-
8
6
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
120
Great jump pressure normal that synergizes well with Yamazaki's jump arc and height.
Because Yamazaki is a massive guy who lands quite quickly, this move can be used in a way where it won't combo on hit, but will catch late abare and still give you advantage.
Absolutely incredible normal for pressure. Great for making braindead frame traps (a godsend as Yamazaki), normal jump-in pressure, and instant overheads that most characters cannot punish (hop back j.D).
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
75
Mid
special
15
5
23
Splat HKD (+72~+88) (+82~97 w/ SSC)
-5 (+5 w/ SSC)
-
100
160
Decent stand CD that's great cause of Yamazaki's toolkit.
Doesn't catch jumps as well as some other 5CDs.
You almost always want to stance cancel this button. On whiff or block it'll recover quicker. On hit, follow up with dash > 6B > 623D > 214A > ender. If you suspect they will jump high over you can cancel into 214A for a cheeky anti-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
75
Mid
-
15
5
28
Crumple (+93)
-10
Armor: 4 to 14 (11 frames)
0
200
Average SS but with good reward.
Air connect can mess with routing, get good at judging how high they were bounced.
Because of Yamazaki's juggle combos, his Shatter Strike has very good reward, especially with meter. Shatter Strike > juggle > Pit Viper is truly diabolic in nature.
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
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 (50+50)
N/A
-
1
1
0
HKD (+74)
Unblockable
-
0
0
Forward throw with bad midscreen oki as per Yamazaki normality.
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
70
High [Mid]
super [special]
28 [15]
4
17
0
-2
-
60 [40]
80 [60]
SLOOOOOW but very safe overhead.
Highest potential damage in the game of any standing overhead.
Unlike 6B, 6A does not consistently combo into all of Yamazaki's options; he will often get pushed out of range for a combo.
The speed is bad on paper, but you will eventually get this to land due to Yamazaki's pressure game. While the cancel version loses its overhead property, it's still a great automatic frame trap from a 2A or close B; 6A (cancel) > 623D > 214[C] is an extremely hit-confirmable and safe sequence that can lead to big damage if they mash into it.
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 [40]
Mid
special
17
4
22
SKD (+34) (+49 w/ SSC) [-5]
-7 [-7]
Low Body: 8 to 14 (7 frames)
60 [30]
80
You kind of want to use this over 214B for the most part.
Grants great reward on hit as it combos into 214A at almost all ranges.
You can confirm with this button by buffering a 214A and reacting to if they block or not with either release or cancel.
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
70
-
super
9
4
26
SKD (~+42)
-
-
60
-
B
B
87 (30+60)
Mid
super
9
6
33
-6
-18
-
80 (40+40)
80 (40+40)
C
C
87 (30+60)
Mid(1) Low(2)
super
10
7
22
SKD (29: Tech / 56: Non-tech)
-7
-
80 (40+40)
80 (40+40)
AC
AC
97 (50+50)
Mid
-
15
2 (3) 2
33
+5
-16
-
0
100 (50+50)
Fast, quick, long ranged strike.
A version can only hit standing opponents when the opponent is already in hitstun, and will not hit crouching.
C version will out-poke most moves and even CDs.
This move is your bread and butter. A and C versions are fantastic in combos, conversions, and neutral, with C version even hitting OTG in certain circumstances (this is your main corner combo ender, with 2D into 214[C] delay release to get the OTG). B version is a fantastic tool to call out a wide variety of approaches from hop height and below, and the EX version is absolutely crazy as it leads to high damage combos both in corner and midscreen and can be used as a large, active poke that leads to crazy damage on ground hit.
[A/B/C]~D
[A/B/C]~D
-
-
-
-
-
13
-
-
-
-
-
Stance cancel.
Leaves Yamazaki -5 on block and -3 on hit when canceled from light normals.
Leaves Yamazaki +1 on block and +3 on hit when canceled from heavies and command normals.
Leaves Yamazaki +5 on block when canceled from stand CD.
This move is also your bread and butter. This is what makes Yamazaki's pressure so scary, as he can mix between frame traps, staggers, and pressure resets at an incredibly quick pace. It is also highly useful for making pokes safer and allowing conversions off stand CD.
Bombshell Badda-Bing
Bombshell Badda-Bing
632146A/C/AC
632146A/C/AC
You'll only see this animation if you whiffed. Just reminding you not to do that.
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
120
-
-
5
1
34
HKD (+53)
Unblockable
Full Body: 5 (1 Frame)
-
-
AC
AC
160 (30+30+100)
-
-
3
1
34
HKD (+70)
Unblockable
Full Body: 3 (1 Frame)
-
-
Decent damage command grab that gives good oki. While it's no longer instant, it has one frame of invulnerability before active frames, which can stop it from trading in certain scenarios.
EX version just deals more damage and gives better oki.
EX version can be landed meaty in the corner after EX Todome.
One of your few tools midscreen that grants a safe jump, though it has to be manually timed. In the corner you can follow up with an OTG for some extra damage. Good for mixups. Has so much range that after most 623D214CD cancels you can microwalk and connect this.
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
40
Mid
super
9
5
37
SKD (16: Tech / 56: Non-tech)
-23
-
40
60
reflect
reflect
90
Mid
-
7
Full Screen Projectile
36
SKD (24: Tech / 51: Non-tech) - Close
-12 (Close) to 9 (Max Range)
-
60
60
AC
AC
60
Mid
-
5
4
25
Juggle - SKD (45: Tech / 72: Non-tech)
-10
-
0
80
reflect
reflect
118 (40*30)
Mid
-
4
Full Screen Projectile
30
SKD
3 (Close) to 24 (Max Range)
-
0
120 (40*3)
An uppercut that absorbs almost any projectile that comes into contact into it, even Terry's Power Geyser and Athena's Climax. Normal versions of the uppercut have very poor range and low damage are only useful for dealing with projectiles. The EX version launches the opponent and combos from lights, making it great for combos.
A version absorbs and stores a fireball that can be launched by using 236A again. Flames appear around Yamazaki's hand in his pocket to show that he has a fireball stored.
C version immediately launches the fireball instead.
AC version launches notably faster and sets up a juggle.
A/C versions of the fireball function like EX projectiles.
EX version of the fireball functions like a super projectile.
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
K
K
100
-
-
6
45
10
HKD (+37)
-
-
-
-
BD
BD
120
-
-
4
47
10
Ground Bounce - HKD (+65)
-
-
-
-
Stupidly active high and mid counter if reacting to jumps isn't your cup of tea.
BD version juggles.
Great tool for countering mids, highs, and jump-ins all at once. If they know you're going to use this you'll die, however, as the animation gives the opponent about six years give or take to punish with a low starter. Characters with low-hitting cl.Ds, such as Heidern, Ryo, Hinako, and (Orochi) Yashiro, can punish Sadomaso for massive damage.
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
D
D
60
Mid
super
12
5
31
-3 (+2 w/ SSC)
-7 (-2 w/ SSC)
-
40
40
Very slow whiffing, very active far poke, combo and confirm tool that Yamazaki can cancel into Fight of Tempering or Serpent Slash.
Places the opponent in approximately a year of hitstun to let you confirm into Serpent Slash with ease.
Combos into 623B in corners during juggles.
Has barely any pushback and moves you forward, making it great for staying close during pressure.
Static projectile hitbox means it cannot be countered or reflected.
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
80
High
Super
21
4
24
HKD (+36)
-9
-
80
100
BD
BD
107 (50+20+20+50) [80]
High
-
16
4 (19) 3
20
SKD (0: Tech / 40: Non-tech)
-4
-
0
140 (60+80)
Weird overhead move.
Meterless version is super-cancellable but doesn't actually combo into supers.
BD version is safe and unreactable.
The B version of this is your staple easy ender in corner juggles, as it leads to a safe jump that's kind of easy to time. The BD version on the other hand is a stupid instant overhead that you can just whip out as the pushback makes it safe despite its negativity. It has a 4f gap between the two hits but Yamazaki wins the trade and WILL combo you after due to frame advantage. The way you counteract this is by throwing the move, but it's easier said than done. A staple jumpscare in his corner pressure due to its range and speed.
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 or D
B or D
70 (10+15+45)
-
-
12
4
29
SKD (37: Tech / 77: Non-tech)
-
-
-
-
BD
BD
90 (10+25+75)
-
-
12
4
29
HKD (+15)
-
-
-
-
OTG.
Normal version kicks them away and switches sides, EX version gives you a little oki and kicks them in front of you while also lasting longer.
Go-to for forcing the opponent to take full damage from Pit Viper. EX version is particularly potent in the corner; leaves you plus enough to get a meaty CD, meaty 214C, or meaty 623D. This gives Yamazaki a strike/throw mixup opportunity that, while not without counterplay, can lead to massive damage and/or a loop into the same situation as long as Yamazaki has at least 0.5 meter (SPOILER: he always does) if the opponent guesses incorrectly.
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 (40+40+0+10+5*4+70)
Mid
advanced, climax
7
10 (13) 7
56 (54 on ground)
HKD (+37)
-65 (1st hit) / -44 (2nd hit)
Full Body: 1 to 8 (8 Frames)
0
-
AC
AC
340 (50+50+0+5*6+20*4+30+100)
Mid
climax
5
10 (13) 7
54 (52 on ground)
HKD (+43)
-63 (1st hit) / -42 (2nd hit)
Full Body: 1 to 9 (9 Frames)
0
-
Brutal uppercut that is Yamazaki's only reliable invincible reversal.
Deals more damage than his Pit Viper super, but does not see common use in combos.
Essentially an extremely damaging anti-air super.
Standard combo ender that trades the damage and oki you would get from Pit Viper for corner carry. Guillotine is the closest thing Yamazaki has to a reversal, and for one, it's certainly not cheap. It also has both middling range and a weird jumping arc that makes it prone to whiffing on many attacks.
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
120 (40+80) [100 (10*10)]
Mid
advanced, climax
13
6
84
HKD (+48)
-71
Full Body: 1 to 3 (3 Frames) / Upper Body: 4 to 12 (9 Frames)
0
-
AC
AC
250 (100+150) [120 (10*12)]
Mid
climax
9
7
82
HKD (+37 to +53 depending on screen position and character)
-70
Full Body: 1 to 11 (11 Frames)
0
-
Value in [] indicate unscaled bleed damage. Bleed damage is applied twice a second and cannot KO opponents. Bleed damage stops if Yamazaki is hit by any attack.
Lets you OTG after.
Excellent range.
Max version has an extended hitbox when used as an Advanced Cancel from Guillotine to guarantee it connects midscreen.
Probably the best level 1 super in the game. Yamazaki lunges forward with a knife-hand strike, afflicting any enemies hit with an Orochi curse that deals "bleed" damage. Because of this bleed damage, this super is typically chosen over his Guillotine super, as it leads to a hard knockdown right in front of Yamazaki and allows him to follow up with his Todome OTG special, letting him tack on extra damage that he otherwise cannot do with his Guillotine super and causing the opponent to sustain all of Pit Viper's bleed damage. A basic hop normal > 5C > 6B > 623D > 214C > Pit Viper chain deals around 480 damage. EX kicks the opponent fullscreen which can make it harder for Todome to work, but combos fine 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
regular
regular
420/435/450/470 Min:210/212/225/265
-
-
1
3
71
HKD (+15) - Level 1 to 3 / HKD (+31) - Level 4
Unblockable
Full Body: 1 to 3 (3 Frames)
-
-
Frame 1 command grab super.
Mash the punch buttons to deal more damage.
Yamazaki slams the opponent to the ground and enters a pose before rushing the opponent with a barrage of attacks and launching them far off. By mashing the punch buttons, the player can cause Yamazaki to enter a more aggressive pose followed by a sound which signifies that Yamazaki will perform a different move that deals more damage
Level 1: Performs his Slam command normal, followed by his Fight of Tempering special and lastly his Todome special, before kicking the opponent into the air and performing his Drill uppercut. [0 buttons pushed > damage = 40+(20*20)+(11*10)+150]
Level 2: Causes a cinematic where Yamazaki stomps the opponent (shown from their point of view) before kicking them into the air and performing his Drill uppercut. [10 buttons pushed > damage = 40+30+(20*4)+40+40+(11*5)+150]
Level 3: Whacks the opponent with a randomly chosen object (could be a giant fish, a bench, a traffic cone, a billboard, or an animatronic head) that launches them into the air; Yamazaki follows up with his Drill uppercut. [18 buttons pushed > damage = 40+120+30+(11*10)+150]
Level 4: Yamazaki goes insane and viciously assaults the opponent with a barrage of Serpent Slashes, before grabbing them and slamming them into the ground with his Drill attack. [27 buttons pushed > damage = 40+(5*30+0*18)+10+(12*10)+150]
Misc
Always use level 4. The only time level 3 does more damage is off a single hit confirm into climax, and even so it's not by much.
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