<section begin="image"/>[[File:KOFXV_Omega_Rugal_Profile.png|thumb|This dark arms merchant of death once ruled the world’s black market, and was never shy about digging his fangs into any fighter that dared challenge him. Through the power of Orochi, he was given life once again, until a group of fierce fighters brought his reign to an end. Now, due to Verse’s influence, he’s returned to the mortal realm to extract vengeance.]]<section end="image"/>
<section begin="image"/>[[File:KOFXV_Omega_Rugal_Profile.png|thumb|This dark arms merchant of death once ruled the world’s black market, and was never shy about digging his fangs into any fighter that dared challenge him. Through the power of Orochi, he was given life once again, until a group of fierce fighters brought his reign to an end. Now, due to Verse’s influence, he’s returned to the mortal realm to extract vengeance.
If Rugal has meter, he can burn it to go into one of several wonderful EX special moves that give him ample opportunities for comboing midscreen and in the corner. His best feature is his defensive play: Rugal has two fireballs that cover different angles, the aforementioned fullscreen laser super that can be used as a punish, a reflector for returning projectiles in fireball wars, and one of the best DPs in the game with an EX version that sends people completely fullscreen. And if people somehow get past all of that, he also has a rushing hit-grab super that drags his unfortunate foes all the way to the corner on hit. This combined with his poking normals can make him very hard to approach, especially if the Rugal player varies up their options consistently.
If Rugal has meter, he can burn it to go into one of several wonderful EX special moves that give him ample opportunities for comboing midscreen and in the corner. His best feature is his defensive play: Rugal has two fireballs that cover different angles, the aforementioned fullscreen laser super that can be used as a punish, a reflector for returning projectiles in fireball wars, and one of the best DPs in the game with an EX version that sends people completely fullscreen. And if people somehow get past all of that, he also has a rushing hit-grab super that drags his unfortunate foes all the way to the corner on hit. This combined with his poking normals can make him very hard to approach, especially if the Rugal player varies up their options consistently.
Rugal's two biggest weaknesses are speed and his unusual gameplay. While Rugal's options are all pretty solid, they tend to be quite slow and committal, or very atypical. This makes him susceptible to being counterpoked, and he will require a bit more labbing than other characters just to figure out what move to use where in what situation. This becomes worse when taking his lack of many ways to burst approach or his lack of a good lariat/sobat. This requires Rugal to switch between two completely different styles of play (zonig/keep-away and offensive pressure), rather than seamlessly transitioning between them. You'll need to properly gauge the moment to stop keeping your opponent out and start trying to get in based on the situation, your opponent's playstyle, and the character matchup.
Rugal's two biggest weaknesses are speed and his unusual gameplay. While Rugal's options are all pretty solid, they tend to be quite slow and committal, or very atypical. This makes him susceptible to being counterpoked, and he will require a bit more labbing than other characters just to figure out what move to use where in what situation. This becomes worse when taking his lack of many ways to burst approach or his lack of a good lariat/sobat. This requires Rugal to switch between two completely different styles of play (zoning/keep-away and offensive pressure), rather than seamlessly transitioning between them. You'll need to properly gauge the moment to stop keeping your opponent out and start trying to get in based on the situation, your opponent's playstyle, and the character matchup.
Overall, Rugal is a solid pick for someone who seeks a specialist character with little need for team specialization. His high reward off of solid neutral control, fantastic meter gain, and good pressure up close make him a viable pick for any position on any team, but his specificity also dictates that you must know him in and out in order to properly utilize his tools.
Overall, Rugal is a solid pick for someone who seeks a specialist character with little need for team specialization. His solid neutral, fantastic meter gain, and good pressure up close make him a viable pick for any position on any team, but his specificity also dictates that you must know him in and out in order to properly utilize his tools.
{{StrengthsAndWeaknesses
{{StrengthsAndWeaknesses
| intro = '''''Rugal is a defensive character who excels at punishing bad approaches.'''''
| intro = '''''Rugal is a defensive character who excels at rewarding good reads.'''''
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* '''Strong Neutral''': Rugal has several great pokes that help him control space from afar, including a massive, special cancelable far C. His Violent Ray projectile is also incredibly oppressive and can force opponents to engage him at very linear angles. Couple this all with a gigantic DP and the best reflector in the game, and you get a character who has an advantage in neutral against most characters, period.
* '''Strong Neutral''': Rugal has several great pokes that help him control space from afar, including a massive, special cancelable far C. His Violent Ray projectile is also incredibly oppressive and can force opponents to engage him at very linear angles. Couple this all with a gigantic DP and the best reflector in the game, and you get a character who has an advantage in neutral against most characters, period.
* '''Great Pressure''': Several strong jump-ins, good low pokes, good blockstrings, a fast sweep, and one of the hardest to deal with pressure CDs in the game, Omega Rugal can keep an opponent locked down, stop them from escaping, and reset pressure with great efficiency.
* '''Great Pressure''': Several strong jump-ins, good low pokes, good blockstrings, a fast sweep, and one of the hardest to deal with pressure CDs in the game, Omega Rugal can keep an opponent locked down, stop them from escaping, and reset pressure with great efficiency.
* '''Defense''': A projectile reflector, two fireballs and one of the best DPs in the game make Rugal hard to approach at midscreen. This combined with an incredibly effective Shatterstrike that yields uniquely powerful follow-up combos and his Dark Barrier that "reflects" opponents away from him just as effectively as it reflects projectiles give Rugal the tools to turn the tide of a match in an instant, and making attempting to approach him all the more nerve-wracking.
* '''Defense''': Great anti-hop abare, a huge and powerful reversal DP, the best reflector in the game, great defensive pokes, an amazing Shatterstrike with great rewards, and projectiles that either stop run-ins or jump-ins. Rugal is, simply put, infuriating to try and approach.
* '''Meter Burn''': Rugal's EX specials all provide him with great combo opportunities. Cancelling into Gigantic Pressure allows him to immediately end neutral and drag you to the corner, while Desperation Ray is a great combo ender and punish tool. His 0.5/1 meter damage is also very good.
* '''Meter Burn''': Rugal's supers and EX specials all provide him with great combo opportunities. Cancelling into Gigantic Pressure allows him to immediately end neutral and drag you to the corner, while Desperation Ray is a great combo ender and punish tool. His 0.5/1 meter damage is also very good.
* '''Meter Gain/Efficiency''': Rugal's specials all generate copious amounts of meter, with Genocide Cutter generating nearly a fourth of a bar alone. If he gets a solid starter, it's likely that much of the meter he spent will be refunded. This also results in Rugal having access to his powerful EX combos fairly early into a match even as a point character. A simple meterless combo into D Genocide Cutter will result in a hefty amount of meter build, while a basic 0.5 bar combo will only result in 1/8 of your meter being spent by the end of it, easily refilled by landing a single special.
* '''Meter Gain/Efficiency''': Rugal's specials all generate copious amounts of meter, with Genocide Cutter generating nearly a fourth of a bar alone. If he gets a solid starter, it's likely that much of the meter he spent will be refunded. This also results in Rugal having access to his powerful EX combos fairly early into a match even as a point character. A simple meterless combo into D Genocide Cutter will result in a hefty amount of meter build, while a basic 0.5 bar combo will only result in 1/8 of your meter being spent by the end of it, easily refilled by landing a single special.
* '''Fatass Buttons''': 5A eats hops for breakfast, 5B grants him great utility conversions off lights, 5C is ''evasive and huge and special cancelable'', and 5D eats EVERYTHING for breakfast. His jC is gigantic and active, making it a fantastic air to air and general approach tool, and his jCD hits insanely deep to make sure nothing short of an invincible move will anti air it - be it during pressure or neutral. Rugal has a lot of tools to stop the opponent from just rushing in, they have to be patient. Which in turn allows him to go on the warpath.
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* '''Combo Complexity''': Rugal simply cannot rely on staple combo routes other characters fall back on, for a variety of reasons. His 214AC and 236BD are major tools for dealing big damage, but a 2B hit that isn't close enough to chain into 2A and 6B will deny Rugal the option to use these EX moves, making low confirms require more spacing knowledge than most other characters. This causes Rugal to rely simply on 2A as a light combo starter for consistency, losing out on a low confirm. His close C also has immense amounts of pushback, meaning you'll have to frequently cancel the first hit (leading to less damage), or keep track of what situations or jump-ins allow you to combo into 6B, and which ones you should omit 6B. Rugal rarely has the luxury of autopiloting the standard KOF combo starters.
* '''No Easy Anti-Airs''': Rugal's only reactive button anti air is clA. He has to rely on Genocide Cutter to AA otherwise.
* '''''Slow''''': While Rugal often has good options for punishing his opponents and keeping on the pressure, he's also very slow and can be punished by reactive opponents. He wants opponents to come to him, meaning if the opponent gets a life lead it can be difficult for Rugal to mount a comeback, and it's very hard for him to chase opponents as well.
* '''Limited Conversions''': Rugal's lack of long range light conversions that deal... Any meaningful damage means he can't get much off midscreen neutral wins, causing his neutral to rely more on keepaway than converting to big damage. Rugal's basic jump-ins, starters, far C, and Shatterstrike are really the only ranged conversions into full damage that he has. The range on Rugal's lights, while not stubby, isn't particular far, either. This means his light confirms are often due to punishes and up-close pressure rather than a far-reaching poke confirm. This also limits the threat of his abare heavily, forcing him to rely on options that simply return the game to a neutral state.
* '''Limited Midscreen Conversions''': Rugal's slowness and lack of long range light conversions means he can't get much off midscreen neutral wins, causing his neutral to rely more on keepaway than converting to big damage. Rugal's basic jump-ins, starters, far C, and Shatterstrike are really the only conversions into full combo he has. His zoning kit is strong in neutral, but nothing leads to any more damage than ''maybe'' combing into Desperate Ray outside of a corner combo. He's a low-mobility character that needs to be in his opponent's face to score big damage. While he's effective when he's there, it's getting there that can cause him to struggle.
* '''Large Frame''': Rugal's large size might make him an intimidating boss character, but it also makes him a much bigger target. In a game where movement is important, this downside is greater than one may expect.
* '''Overly Deliberate''': Rugal's options are very direct. While he has options for most situations, he does not necessarily have many options that cover multiple things at once, not without heavy risk to himself. This means Rugal plays a very different game than most characters at the pure baseline, which can result in him missing out on opportunities that other characters get without much effort.
* '''Risk''': Rugal's killer neutral primarily lies in keep-away. If he wants that damage, he needs to get in. While Rugal does posses the tools to close the gap and keep up the pressure, many of these tools are committal, specific, or posses some other flaw. His Jump CD lacks in air-to-air utility, for instance, while his otherwise fantastic jump C has a comparatively high hitbox for an aerial approach, which can cause it to whiff on crouchers. Adding to that, his run speed is only just okay (though his hunched-over run animation can let him run under some higher attacks), and he tends to require a hard knockdown to safely run in.
* '''Low Profiled''': Rugal's zoning goes from being oppressive to just simply alright or worse if a character can run under Violent Ray. This means Rugal has to fundamentally change the way he approaches neutral depending on if this is possible. Unfortunately for him, '''a little over half the roster can do this.'''
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|input=f.A
|input=f.A
|description=* Super long and quite active to make up for its recovery.
|description=* Super long and quite active to make up for its recovery.
Annoying ass hop check. Despite its angle Rugal's entire arm is a hitbox so it eats hops like breakfast. Synergizes well with close A.
Annoying ass hop check. Despite its angle Rugal's entire arm is a hitbox so it eats hops for breakfast. Synergizes well with close A.
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|name=far B
|name=far B
|input=f.B
|input=f.B
|captions=No longer hits low.
|captions=
|description=* Moves Rugal slightly forward.
|description=* Moves Rugal slightly forward.
Quick, good ranged poke and hit-confirm normal outside of 2A ranges. Won't combo into any EX moves Rugal has besides Genocide Cutter, but fortunately can combo into 623D at closer ranges for acceptable reward. You should most often combo into 214A as it's more reliable, however.
Quick, good ranged poke and hit-confirm normal outside of 2A ranges. Won't combo into any EX moves Rugal has besides Genocide Cutter, but fortunately can combo into 623D at closer ranges for acceptable reward. You should most often combo into 214A as it's more reliable, however.
Doesn't really work well with his kit considering you can't catch hops.
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|description=Evasive, long range normal that's hard to counterpoke.
|description=Evasive, long range normal that's hard to counterpoke.
* Huge range. Does not catch hops.
* Huge range. Does not catch hops.
* Special cancellable as of Patch 1.62
If only it had less recovery or caught hops. This move recovers really slowly and can be easily whiff punished by a keen player, but it pretty much cannot be counterpoked due to how far back Rugal pulls himself during the startup.
If only it had less recovery or caught hops. This move recovers really slowly and can be easily whiff punished by a keen player, but it pretty much cannot be counterpoked due to how far back Rugal pulls himself during the startup. Also leads to EX Vanishing Rush on hitconfirm.
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|input=f.D
|input=f.D
|description=* Massive coverage and INSANELY active.
|description=* Massive coverage and INSANELY active.
Throw this out to catch jump-ins, hops, approaches, and low profiles all in one. Just be wary that it's quite slow and it has less range than far C.
* Great deal of pushback on block.
Throw this out to catch jump-ins, hops, approaches, and low profiles all in one. Just be wary that it has less range than far C.
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|name=close B
|name=close B
|input=cl.B
|input=cl.B
|description=* Plus on block.
|description=
Rugal's fastest and most plus button. Hard to use unless the opponent is very close. As a proximity button, its usage for abare is unreliable due to the miniscule activation range.
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====close C====
====close C====
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|name=crouch C
|name=crouch C
|input=2C
|input=2C
|captions=This button doesn't exist.
|description=* Has less range than his lights.
|description=* Has less range than his lights.
* Whiff cancellable.
* Whiff cancellable.
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* Moves Rugal slightly forward.
* Moves Rugal slightly forward.
* Whiff cancellable.
* Whiff cancellable.
* Grants a 6f safejump with buffered short hop.
* Many characters cannot short hop punish this when you're plus.
Stubby sweep that moves Rugal forwards slightly. Compensates for its poor range with below-average startup and whiff-cancelability.
Really stubby sweep made up for the fact that it's special cancelable on hit and whiff, while also recovering incredibly quickly for a sweep of its speed. Canceling into either projectiles or 236B are your best bets here.
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|name=jump A
|name=jump A
|input=j.A
|input=j.A
|description2=* Placeholder
|description2=Not very commonly used jump normal, its his fastest one but it doesn't air to air as well as j.C. If you want a last second air to air you can use it and find success for certain, but know that most of the time j.C is preferred.
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====Jump B====
====Jump B====
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|name=neutral jump B
|name=neutral jump B
|input=nj.B
|input=nj.B
|description2=* Effective air-to-air poke. While j.C is better for this, nj.B comes out a little faster, good for when you're under pressure.
|description2=* Effective air-to-air poke. While j.C is better for this, nj.B comes out a little faster, good for when you're under pressure. Hits as an instant overhead on characters with average crouch height or above.
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|name=rush
|name=rush
|input=cl.AA/cl.AAX
|input=cl.AA/cl.AAX
|description2=* Placeholder
|description2=*cl.AAAB cancels into 623B.
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===Blowback===
===Blowback===
====Blowback====
====Blowback====
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|name=Shatter Strike
|name=Shatter Strike
|input=236CD
|input=236CD
|description=* Basic Shatter Strike, but has long range.
|description=* Basic Shatter Strike, but has long range. Has noticeable scaling when canceled into.
Rugal gets uniquely incredible reward off his Shatter Strike as a result of his special moves being so great for juggles and Genocide Cutter dealing so much damage. A cornered 236CD can turn the tides in your favor by side switching with 214AC cl.D 623K. There is very little reason to not use this tool on defense.
Rugal gets uniquely incredible reward off his Shatter Strike as a result of his special moves being so great for juggles and Genocide Cutter dealing so much damage. A cornered 236CD can turn the tides in your favor by side switching with 214AC cl.D 623K. There is very little reason to not use this tool on defense.
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====AdvanceStrike====
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|moveId=orugal_214cd
|description=
*Same animation and range as his CD.
* The throw counter is at the feet.
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|input=j.CD
|input=j.CD
|description2=* Steep j.CD.
|description2=* Steep j.CD.
* Can cross up from really specific ranges but don't count on it, more of a happy accident
Poor as an air-to-air but fantastic for air-to-ground pressure. Pretty much anything at Rugal's feet loses to this move.
Poor as an air-to-air but fantastic for air-to-ground pressure. Pretty much anything at Rugal's feet loses to this move.
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|input=(close) 4/6D
|input=(close) 4/6D
|description=
|description=
* Description
* grants a safejump with a manually timed superjump
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|name=Double Tomahawk
|name=Double Tomahawk
|input=4/6B
|input=4/6B
|hitboxCaptions= Raw Version, , , Cancel Version
|description=
|description=
* Values in [] indicate values when cancelled into.
* Values in [] indicate values when cancelled into.
* 2nd hit is overhead unless cancelled into.
* 2nd hit is overhead unless cancelled into.
* 2nd hit also vacuums the opponent in on block.
* Note that this mode can be input as either 4 or 6B. The most useful application for this is to cleanly cancel from Double Tomahawk into Dark Barrier (236K) without the risk of input overlap causing Genocide Cutter (623K) to occur. (i.e. input 2B > 2A > 4B > 236B in a block string/combo instead of 2B > 2A > 6B > 236B).
* Note that this mode can be input as either 4 or 6B. The most useful application for this is to cleanly cancel from Double Tomahawk into Dark Barrier (236K) without the risk of input overlap causing Genocide Cutter (623K) to occur. (i.e. input 2B > 2A > 4B > 236B in a block string/combo instead of 2B > 2A > 6B > 236B).
This is Rugal's most important button. It allows him to combo into all of his specials, adds an extra layer to his pressure, and has great range to boot. Hit-confirming into this off of 2A is how Rugal gets big damage off of close range tags.
This is Rugal's most important button. It allows him to combo into all of his specials, adds an extra layer to his pressure, and has great range to boot. Hit-confirming into this off of 2A is how Rugal gets big damage off of close range tags. Although the second hit is an overhead, this will rarely catch aware players if the first one is blocked. Whiffing the first hit can enable sneaky overheads. The added pushback on block can make this move a safe blockstring ender, as well.
Although the second hit is an overhead, this will rarely catch aware players if the first one is blocked. Whiffing the first hit enables sneaky overheads, but don't get carried away as if blocked it'll drag the opponent directly into Rugal's face for a punish and is quite unsafe when not cancelled into.
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|name=Dark Barrier
|name=Dark Barrier
|input=236B/D/BD
|input=236B/D/BD
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, EX Version
|description3=
|description3=
* Reflects projectiles, including EX and supers.
* Reflects projectiles, including EX and supers.
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|name=Genocide Cutter
|name=Genocide Cutter
|input=623B/D/BD
|input=623B/D/BD
|hitboxCaptions= B Version, , D Version, , , EX Version
|description3=
|description3=
* All versions have full invulnerability.
* All versions have full invulnerability.
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* B version grants a safe jump but it has to be timed manually.
* B version grants a safe jump but it has to be timed manually.
* ''Both'' hits are very active on both B and D versions.
* ''Both'' hits are very active on both B and D versions.
The ever-infamous Genocide Cutter. The second highest damaging DP in the game behind Haohmaru's Renting Tremor Slash, with generous invulnerability and active frames, more than capable of blowing up any move that comes into contact with it. Compared to other DPs, Genocide Cutter does not have a quicker but upper body invulnerable version, meaning Rugal needs to react quicker to jump-ins than others.
The ever-infamous Genocide Cutter. The most damaging DP in the game with generous invulnerability and active frames, more than capable of blowing up any move that comes into contact with it. Compared to other DPs, Genocide Cutter does not have a quicker but upper body invulnerable version, meaning Rugal needs to react quicker to jump-ins than others.
The B version is the quickest and "safest" of the bunch - recovering as fast as a light DP while having the properties typical of a heavy - while the D version is best used as a combo ender thanks to its very high damage and meter gain. Exercise heavy caution using the D and EX versions as reversals or anti-airs, as they are excruciatingly slow to recover and will often result in Rugal being hit with the opponent's strongest starters. If you can react in time to a jump-in however, it is highly rewarding.
The B version is the quickest and "safest" of the bunch - recovering as fast as a light DP while having the properties typical of a heavy - while the D version is best used as a combo ender thanks to its very high damage and meter gain. Exercise heavy caution using the D and EX versions as reversals or anti-airs, as they are excruciatingly slow to recover and will often result in Rugal being hit with the opponent's strongest starters. If you can react in time to a jump-in however, it is highly rewarding.
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|name=Vanishing Rush
|name=Vanishing Rush
|input=214A/C/AC
|input=214A/C/AC
|hitboxCaptions= A Version, , C Version, , EX Version
|description3=
|description3=
* C version is plus on block.
* A version causes a HKD that leads to an autotimed safejump
* C version is plus on block. Launcher on hit.
* EX version launches and is a staple combo tool.
* EX version launches and is a staple combo tool.
A version is a hit-confirm tool and nothing more. It is always very unsafe, has no invincibility, has an awful hitbox, and puts Rugal point blank. The same goes for his EX, which is even less safe and gives your opponent more time to react on block. It's highly inadvisable to use this in neutral over his other specials.
A version is a hit-confirm tool from far B, technically best meterless damage from lights for a knockdown (seeing as neither version of Genocide Cutter sets up for much oki). It is always very unsafe, has no invincibility, has a grounded only hitbox, and puts Rugal point blank. Use this ONLY in grounded combos. The same goes for his EX, which is even less safe and gives your opponent more time to react on block. It's highly inadvisable to use this in neutral over his other specials.
The C version on the other hand is quite slow, but thanks to being plus it's much more rewarding should you manage to get the opponent to block it. Will catch jumps after a stand CD, and catches hops otherwise, making it fantastic for enforcing fireball pressure. It also provides excellent corner carry due to the distance Rugal travels, the distance the opponent is thrown on hit, and the fact that the C version is a hard knockdown, allowing Rugal plenty of time to continue the pressure. Will also catch airborne opponents after a counter hit CD.
The C version on the other hand is quite slow, but thanks to being plus it's much more rewarding should you manage to get the opponent to block it. Will catch jumps after a stand CD, and catches hops otherwise, making it a great asset for fireball pressure. It also can provide excellent corner carry due to the distance Rugal travels and the fact that the C version is a launcher, allowing Rugal plenty of time to follow up, usually into the first hit of cl.D and then whatever he so desires. Will also catch airborne opponents after a counter hit CD, though most of the time the EX is used for great damage. For all it's worth though, be noted you can be thrown out of it on startup, so use with caution.
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|name=Reppuu Ken
|name=Reppuu Ken
|input=236A/C/AC
|input=236A/C/AC
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, , EX Version
|description3=
|description3=
* A version is slow, C version is fast.
* A version is slow, C version is fast.
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|name=Violent Ray
|name=Violent Ray
|input=214B/D/BD
|input=214B/D/BD
|description3= Projectile with incredibly fast startup. The hitbox on this makes it great for forcing opponents to approach far more linearly, which allows you to beat them at the game you want to play. Especially abusable against characters that cannot run under it, since they're also going to have a hard time jumping over it.
|captions=Anti-air projectile
* B version is slow, D version is fast.
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, , EX Version
* Can be ducked by all characters.
|description3= Rugal strikes a pose and releases a laser blast from his augmented eye.
* Can be avoided by running or just by standing by some characters.
* Whiffs on crouching opponents.
* Non-EX versions cause an air reset state on airborne hit.
* Cannot be used if another Violent Ray or a Reppuu Ken (236P) is on screen.
Violent Ray is a new tool for Rugal that supplements his zoning and keepaway. Since Rugal is tall and the projectile is fired from a high position, all of the cast can avoid it by crouching; some with smaller frames (such as Nakoruru, Hinako, and Kula) can avoid it just by standing. As a plus, Violent Ray has faster startup than most other projectiles (confirms from lights up close) which makes it easier to tag airborne opponents with. It is also safe on block at point-blank range and becomes plus from just slightly further away, making it a decent pressure tool on standing opponents.
Strong combo super that results in full corner carry. Optimal ender for 1.5 bar combos, giving you both damage and positional advantage. MAX version has invincibility, but Rugal has better reversal options for less meter.
Strong combo super that results in full corner carry. Not quite optimal for 1.5 bar combos, but close enough to where the corner carry is usually worth the damage lost. MAX version has invincibility, but Rugal has better reversal options for less meter.
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|name=Desperate Ray
|name=Desperate Ray
|input=236236B/D/BD
|input=236236B/D/BD
|hitboxCaptions= Normal Version, , , , , Max Version
|description2=
|description2=
* Can OTG opponents. Values in [] indicate damage when the move OTGs.
* Can OTG opponents. Values in [] indicate damage when the move OTGs.
* MAX version doesn't combo properly on its 2nd hit when used to OTG.
Fantastic fullscreen beam super that catches literally everything and has very low recovery for a super. Also important in 1.5 bar corner juggles from EX Vanishing Rush, as 236B > 236236B will let you juggle afterward. You can use this as a hit-confirm for an EX fireball from fullscreen for a cheeky 300 damage fireball.
Fantastic fullscreen beam super that catches literally everything and has very low recovery for a super. Also important in 1.5 bar corner juggles from EX Vanishing Rush, as 236B > 236236B will let you juggle afterward. You can use this as a hit-confirm for an EX fireball from fullscreen for a cheeky 300 damage fireball. Also can OTG if you anti air with B Genocide Cutter high up enough, as well as other soft knockdowns (see note above).The hitbox continues to cover the screen regardless of the animation, meaning it cannot be rolled through.
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* EX Genocide Cutter (623BD) is the version Omega Rugal uses in ''KOF 2002'', adding the third hit.
* EX Genocide Cutter (623BD) is the version Omega Rugal uses in ''KOF 2002'', adding the third hit.
This dark arms merchant of death once ruled the world’s black market, and was never shy about digging his fangs into any fighter that dared challenge him. Through the power of Orochi, he was given life once again, until a group of fierce fighters brought his reign to an end. Now, due to Verse’s influence, he’s returned to the mortal realm to extract vengeance.
Jump: 43f Hop: 32f Backdash: 23f Run Speed Ranking: 7
One of the most legendary fighting game bosses of all time finally makes his return! Omega Rugal is a solid midrange defensive character with a suite of strong normals and specials.
Rugal excels at zoning, and the midrange poking game. He has great normals like f.A, f.C, 2B, 2D, an incredible jump CD, and a fantastic Shatterstrike with powerful follow-ups, as well as multiple projectiles that cover multiple approach options, and a fullscreen super to keep opponents out, as well as effective specials that re-establish distance when the opponent gets too close. He has generous hit-confirms windows off of 6B, cl.D and cl.C, which he can use to combo into a number of powerful special moves.
If Rugal has meter, he can burn it to go into one of several wonderful EX special moves that give him ample opportunities for comboing midscreen and in the corner. His best feature is his defensive play: Rugal has two fireballs that cover different angles, the aforementioned fullscreen laser super that can be used as a punish, a reflector for returning projectiles in fireball wars, and one of the best DPs in the game with an EX version that sends people completely fullscreen. And if people somehow get past all of that, he also has a rushing hit-grab super that drags his unfortunate foes all the way to the corner on hit. This combined with his poking normals can make him very hard to approach, especially if the Rugal player varies up their options consistently.
Rugal's two biggest weaknesses are speed and his unusual gameplay. While Rugal's options are all pretty solid, they tend to be quite slow and committal, or very atypical. This makes him susceptible to being counterpoked, and he will require a bit more labbing than other characters just to figure out what move to use where in what situation. This becomes worse when taking his lack of many ways to burst approach or his lack of a good lariat/sobat. This requires Rugal to switch between two completely different styles of play (zoning/keep-away and offensive pressure), rather than seamlessly transitioning between them. You'll need to properly gauge the moment to stop keeping your opponent out and start trying to get in based on the situation, your opponent's playstyle, and the character matchup.
Overall, Rugal is a solid pick for someone who seeks a specialist character with little need for team specialization. His solid neutral, fantastic meter gain, and good pressure up close make him a viable pick for any position on any team, but his specificity also dictates that you must know him in and out in order to properly utilize his tools.
Rugal is a defensive character who excels at rewarding good reads.
Pros
Cons
Strong Neutral: Rugal has several great pokes that help him control space from afar, including a massive, special cancelable far C. His Violent Ray projectile is also incredibly oppressive and can force opponents to engage him at very linear angles. Couple this all with a gigantic DP and the best reflector in the game, and you get a character who has an advantage in neutral against most characters, period.
Great Pressure: Several strong jump-ins, good low pokes, good blockstrings, a fast sweep, and one of the hardest to deal with pressure CDs in the game, Omega Rugal can keep an opponent locked down, stop them from escaping, and reset pressure with great efficiency.
Defense: Great anti-hop abare, a huge and powerful reversal DP, the best reflector in the game, great defensive pokes, an amazing Shatterstrike with great rewards, and projectiles that either stop run-ins or jump-ins. Rugal is, simply put, infuriating to try and approach.
Meter Burn: Rugal's supers and EX specials all provide him with great combo opportunities. Cancelling into Gigantic Pressure allows him to immediately end neutral and drag you to the corner, while Desperation Ray is a great combo ender and punish tool. His 0.5/1 meter damage is also very good.
Meter Gain/Efficiency: Rugal's specials all generate copious amounts of meter, with Genocide Cutter generating nearly a fourth of a bar alone. If he gets a solid starter, it's likely that much of the meter he spent will be refunded. This also results in Rugal having access to his powerful EX combos fairly early into a match even as a point character. A simple meterless combo into D Genocide Cutter will result in a hefty amount of meter build, while a basic 0.5 bar combo will only result in 1/8 of your meter being spent by the end of it, easily refilled by landing a single special.
Fatass Buttons: 5A eats hops for breakfast, 5B grants him great utility conversions off lights, 5C is evasive and huge and special cancelable, and 5D eats EVERYTHING for breakfast. His jC is gigantic and active, making it a fantastic air to air and general approach tool, and his jCD hits insanely deep to make sure nothing short of an invincible move will anti air it - be it during pressure or neutral. Rugal has a lot of tools to stop the opponent from just rushing in, they have to be patient. Which in turn allows him to go on the warpath.
No Easy Anti-Airs: Rugal's only reactive button anti air is clA. He has to rely on Genocide Cutter to AA otherwise.
Limited Conversions: Rugal's lack of long range light conversions that deal... Any meaningful damage means he can't get much off midscreen neutral wins, causing his neutral to rely more on keepaway than converting to big damage. Rugal's basic jump-ins, starters, far C, and Shatterstrike are really the only ranged conversions into full damage that he has. The range on Rugal's lights, while not stubby, isn't particular far, either. This means his light confirms are often due to punishes and up-close pressure rather than a far-reaching poke confirm. This also limits the threat of his abare heavily, forcing him to rely on options that simply return the game to a neutral state.
Large Frame: Rugal's large size might make him an intimidating boss character, but it also makes him a much bigger target. In a game where movement is important, this downside is greater than one may expect.
Risk: Rugal's killer neutral primarily lies in keep-away. If he wants that damage, he needs to get in. While Rugal does posses the tools to close the gap and keep up the pressure, many of these tools are committal, specific, or posses some other flaw. His Jump CD lacks in air-to-air utility, for instance, while his otherwise fantastic jump C has a comparatively high hitbox for an aerial approach, which can cause it to whiff on crouchers. Adding to that, his run speed is only just okay (though his hunched-over run animation can let him run under some higher attacks), and he tends to require a hard knockdown to safely run in.
Low Profiled: Rugal's zoning goes from being oppressive to just simply alright or worse if a character can run under Violent Ray. This means Rugal has to fundamentally change the way he approaches neutral depending on if this is possible. Unfortunately for him, a little over half the roster can do 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
25
Mid
super
6
4
14
-3
-5
-
30
60
Super long and quite active to make up for its recovery.
Annoying ass hop check. Despite its angle Rugal's entire arm is a hitbox so it eats hops for breakfast. Synergizes well with close A.
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
6
2
14
-1
-3
-
30
60
Moves Rugal slightly forward.
Quick, good ranged poke and hit-confirm normal outside of 2A ranges. Won't combo into any EX moves Rugal has besides Genocide Cutter, but fortunately can combo into 623D at closer ranges for acceptable reward. You should most often combo into 214A as it's more reliable, however.
Doesn't really work well with his kit considering you can't catch hops.
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
13
3
23
-5
-7
-
70
120
Evasive, long range normal that's hard to counterpoke.
Huge range. Does not catch hops.
If only it had less recovery or caught hops. This move recovers really slowly and can be easily whiff punished by a keen player, but it pretty much cannot be counterpoked due to how far back Rugal pulls himself during the startup. Also leads to EX Vanishing Rush on hitconfirm.
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
11
5
20
-4
-6
-
70
120
Massive coverage and INSANELY active.
Great deal of pushback on block.
Throw this out to catch jump-ins, hops, approaches, and low profiles all in one. Just be wary that it has less range than far C.
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
4
9
+2
0
-
30
60
Catches full jumps.
Fantastic abare button because unlike most close A's the opponent can't just... full jump over it. Though Rugal has no 4f abare, the coverage he offers is amazing.
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
4
4
6
+5
+3
-
30
60
Rugal's fastest and most plus button. Hard to use unless the opponent is very close. As a proximity button, its usage for abare is unreliable due to the miniscule activation range.
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
3
21
-2
-4
-
70 (35+35)
120 (40+80)
Combo/blockstring filler.
Due to high pushback, if comboing in from a jump-in you either want to cancel the first hit, or omit the 6B follow-up.
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 (40+40)
Mid
command
10
2 (8) 5
19
-3
-5
-
80 (40+40)
120 (60+60)
First hit forces standing, allowing for combo routes with 214B/D.
First hit also causes a juggle state on airborne hit.
Both hits are cancellable.
Your main slow punisher and MAX Mode filler. Acts as a single hit despite dealing two, so canceling this button into a special into a super from MAX Mode will lead to drastically more damage than canceling from this button into 4B into the same stuff AND will lead to drastically more damage than a close C punish. Why? Idk.
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
2
10
+3
+1
-
30
60
Very short stagger/hit-confirm tool. It's good enough at what it does.
Plus on block.
Use this in corner pressure instead of cl.C[1] to have more consistent pushback into a plus fireball off a deep jump in.
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
Low
super
5
4
9
+2
0
-
30
60
Main low confirm. = on block instead of -1 because it's frame 5 I guess.
Very average 2B. Not as good as it initially seems in the grand scheme of things as the range doesn't matter much since you can't get confirms from it unless you're very close thanks to 2A's range. Frame 5 and this fact make it quite mediocre as abare.
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
7
3
17
+1
-1
-
70
120
Has less range than his lights.
Whiff cancellable.
Useless normal for Rugal in every KOF entry he was in and nothing's different here. 2A has better range and still leads to good reward while being plus on block. Use your standing buttons for heavier confirms or punishes instead.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
80
Low
special
7
5
17
SKD (28: Tech / 55: Non-tech)
-2
-
70
120
Moves Rugal slightly forward.
Whiff cancellable.
Stubby sweep that moves Rugal forwards slightly. Compensates for its poor range with below-average startup and whiff-cancelability.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
hop
hop
40
High
-
5
7
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
50
jump
jump
45
High
-
5
7
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
60
Not very commonly used jump normal, its his fastest one but it doesn't air to air as well as j.C. If you want a last second air to air you can use it and find success for certain, but know that most of the time j.C is preferred.
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
7
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
50
jump
jump
45
High
-
6
9
1 on ground
-
-
-
30
60
Effective air-to-air poke. While j.C is better for this, nj.B comes out a little faster, good for when you're under pressure. Hits as an instant overhead on characters with average crouch height or above.
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
6
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
100
jump
jump
70
High
-
8
8
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
120
Doesn't hit super deep but can hit crouchers when timed well.
Would be the best air-to-air if Clark's j.D didn't exist. Wonderfully active with insane priority and range. It overshadows all of your other options when trying to air-to-air and for air approaches.
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
6
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
100
jump
jump
70
High
-
8
6
1 on ground
-
-
-
70
120
Rugal's jump arc makes landing this into a combo tricky. Good timing required despite the frame data.
Kind of slow but very deep and very big jump in. Good for pressure and combos and not much else.
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)
-5
-
100
160
The corner link doesn't work when spaced too close. Make sure you lab this.
VERY good stand CD. Has more range than it seems and has a very good tall hitbox because of how tall Rugal himself is. Combos into a very meaty 236A in the corner which can be linked into 2A 4B for massive damage. As such, it's a staple of Rugal's corner pressure. Can be whiff canceled for typical zoner shenanigans as well.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
75
Mid
-
15
6
27
Crumple - HKD(+96)
-10
Armor: 4 to 14 (11 frames)
0
200
Basic Shatter Strike, but has long range. Has noticeable scaling when canceled into.
Rugal gets uniquely incredible reward off his Shatter Strike as a result of his special moves being so great for juggles and Genocide Cutter dealing so much damage. A cornered 236CD can turn the tides in your favor by side switching with 214AC cl.D 623K. There is very little reason to not use this tool on defense.
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
80
Mid
-
15
7
1 on ground
-
-
-
80
120
jump
jump
90
Mid
-
15
7
1 on ground
-
-
-
80
140
Steep j.CD.
Can cross up from really specific ranges but don't count on it, more of a happy accident
Poor as an air-to-air but fantastic for air-to-ground pressure. Pretty much anything at Rugal's feet loses to this move.
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 (40+60) [60 (30+30)]
Mid(1),High(2) [Mid]
special(1), super
10
2 (12) 2 [2 (10) 2]
19 [19]
0 [-2]
0 [-2]
-
50 (20+30)
100 (40+60)
Values in [] indicate values when cancelled into.
2nd hit is overhead unless cancelled into.
Note that this mode can be input as either 4 or 6B. The most useful application for this is to cleanly cancel from Double Tomahawk into Dark Barrier (236K) without the risk of input overlap causing Genocide Cutter (623K) to occur. (i.e. input 2B > 2A > 4B > 236B in a block string/combo instead of 2B > 2A > 6B > 236B).
This is Rugal's most important button. It allows him to combo into all of his specials, adds an extra layer to his pressure, and has great range to boot. Hit-confirming into this off of 2A is how Rugal gets big damage off of close range tags. Although the second hit is an overhead, this will rarely catch aware players if the first one is blocked. Whiffing the first hit can enable sneaky overheads. The added pushback on block can make this move a safe blockstring ender, as well.
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
65
Mid
super
6
14
27
SKD (33: Tech / 60: Non-tech)
-2
-
40
40
D
D
70
Mid
super
11
22
19
SKD (33: Tech / 60: Non-tech)
-2
-
40
40
BD
BD
80
Mid
-
15
22
19
Crumple - HKD(+107)
0
-
0
70
Reflects projectiles, including EX and supers.
Safe on block.
Recovery is significantly shorter if it manages to reflect a projectile.
Reflected projectiles get sent back at a much higher speed.
Both normal version combo from lights. B version in particular combos even at max range where all Genocide Cutters (623K) would miss.
Light Vanishing Rush (214A) is better as a light confirm ender as does more damage while still being super cancellable.
EX version combos from heavies and causes a crumple. This leads to very high damage in corners through proper spacing into 236A, 5D(1) > 236A, 623D for just 0.5 meter.
Despite its low range, the speed, active frame duration, and relative safety is more than enough to make up for it. Can be used to catch hops and approaches, and when buffered behind 5B, makes it quite annoying as a 91 damage, 6 frame, soft knockdown poke. Can be cancelled into supers on reaction if you're sharp, or just buffer the super input from ranges where the opponent is likely to run into it. Hop normals that reduce the opponent's hurtbox, such as Iori's j.CD, are more consistent at getting over it.
Be careful as although the special is safe on block, it has a fairly long whiff recovery.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
B
B
120 (60+60)
Mid
-
6
8
47 (31 on ground)
SKD (31: Tech / 58: Non-tech)
-36
Full Body: 1 to 8 (8 Frames)
80 (40+40)
40
D
D
159 (40+40+90)
Mid
-
9
8 (11) 3
52 (21 on ground)
SKD (26: Tech / 53: Non-tech)
-55
Full Body: 1 to 15 (15 Frames)
100 (40+60)
40
BD
BD
197 (30+30+60+100)
Mid
-
6
10 (11) 3
52 (21 on ground)
HKD (55)
-57
Full Body: 1 to 14 (14 Frames)
0
40
All versions have full invulnerability.
EX version causes a hard knockdown.
D version is Raw MAX Mode punishable.
B version stays in place, D and EX versions move Rugal forward.
B version grants a safe jump but it has to be timed manually.
Both hits are very active on both B and D versions.
The ever-infamous Genocide Cutter. The most damaging DP in the game with generous invulnerability and active frames, more than capable of blowing up any move that comes into contact with it. Compared to other DPs, Genocide Cutter does not have a quicker but upper body invulnerable version, meaning Rugal needs to react quicker to jump-ins than others.
The B version is the quickest and "safest" of the bunch - recovering as fast as a light DP while having the properties typical of a heavy - while the D version is best used as a combo ender thanks to its very high damage and meter gain. Exercise heavy caution using the D and EX versions as reversals or anti-airs, as they are excruciatingly slow to recover and will often result in Rugal being hit with the opponent's strongest starters. If you can react in time to a jump-in however, it is highly rewarding.
The EX version applies a hard knockdown but pushes Rugal back on the final hit alongside launching the opponent fullscreen. Fortunately, this doesn't matter in the corner as Rugal will only be pushed back a tiny bit.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
A
A
80
Mid
super
13
5
20
HKD (69)
-6
-
60
80
C
C
80
Mid
super
29
1
26
SKD (43: Tech* / 70: Non-tech)
+2
-
60
100
AC
AC
110 (10*5+60)
Mid
-
15
1 (2) 1 (2) 1 (2) 1 (2) 1 (3) 1
26
Juggle, SKD (40: Tech* / 67: Non-tech)
-8
-
0
110 (10*5+60)
A version causes a HKD that leads to an autotimed safejump
C version is plus on block. Launcher on hit.
EX version launches and is a staple combo tool.
A version is a hit-confirm tool from far B, technically best meterless damage from lights for a knockdown (seeing as neither version of Genocide Cutter sets up for much oki). It is always very unsafe, has no invincibility, has a grounded only hitbox, and puts Rugal point blank. Use this ONLY in grounded combos. The same goes for his EX, which is even less safe and gives your opponent more time to react on block. It's highly inadvisable to use this in neutral over his other specials.
The C version on the other hand is quite slow, but thanks to being plus it's much more rewarding should you manage to get the opponent to block it. Will catch jumps after a stand CD, and catches hops otherwise, making it a great asset for fireball pressure. It also can provide excellent corner carry due to the distance Rugal travels and the fact that the C version is a launcher, allowing Rugal plenty of time to follow up, usually into the first hit of cl.D and then whatever he so desires. Will also catch airborne opponents after a counter hit CD, though most of the time the EX is used for great damage. For all it's worth though, be noted you can be thrown out of it on startup, so use with caution.
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
65
Mid
super
17
Full Screen Projectile
28
-2 (Close Range) to 26 (Max Range)
-4 (Close Range) to 24 (Max Range)
-
40
40
C
C
70
Mid
super
15
Full Screen Projectile
36
-10 (Close Range) to 17 (Max Range)
-12 (Close Range) to 16 (Max Range)
-
40
40
AC
AC
87 (40+50)
Mid
-
17
Full Screen Projectile
30
Juggle, SKD (28: Tech / 55: Non-tech) - Close
-1 (Close Range) to 20 (Max Range)
-
0
60 (20+40)
A version is slow, C version is fast.
A version is plus at ranges outside of point blank.
EX version hits multiple times.
Cannot be used if another Reppuu Ken or a Violent Ray (214K) is on screen.
Can be canceled on whiff into MAX Gigantic Pressure (2363214/AC) or MAX Desperate Ray (236236BD) to anti-air the opponent if they roll/jump over the Reppuu Ken at mid range.
EX version can be hit-confirmed into laser from any range. Use this to win fireball wars with style.
Typical zoning tool but has quite a bit less recovery and more hitstun than your average ground-based fireball, making it a great asset in corner combos and pressure in general.
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
Mid
super
12
Full Screen Projectile
33
-1 (Close Range) to 32 (Max Range)
-3 (Close Range) to 30 (Max Range)
-
40
40
D
D
80
Mid
super
12
Full Screen Projectile
33
-1 (Close Range) to 32 (Max Range)
-3 (Close Range) to 30 (Max Range)
-
40
40
BD
BD
92 (45+50)
Mid
-
12
Full Screen Projectile
32
Juggle, SKD (44: Tech / 71: Non-tech)
-3 (Close Range) to 20 (Max Range)
-
0
80 (40+40)
Rugal strikes a pose and releases a laser blast from his augmented eye.
Whiffs on crouching opponents.
Violent Ray is a new tool for Rugal that supplements his zoning and keepaway. Since Rugal is tall and the projectile is fired from a high position, all of the cast can avoid it by crouching; some with smaller frames (such as Nakoruru, Hinako, and Kula) can avoid it just by standing. As a plus, Violent Ray has faster startup than most other projectiles (confirms from lights up close) which makes it easier to tag airborne opponents with. It is also safe on block at point-blank range and becomes plus from just slightly further away, making it a decent pressure tool on standing opponents.
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
200
Mid
advanced, climax
9
33
34
HKD (+58)
-25
Full Body: 1 to 8 (8 Frames) / Low Attack Strike Invincible: 9 to 64 (56 Frames)
0
0
AC
AC
350 (150+200)
Mid
climax
7
31
32
HKD (+57)
-25
Full Body: 1 to 13 (13 Frames) / Low Attack Strike Invincible: 14 to 37 (23 Frames)
0
0
Guarantees corner carry.
MAX version has full body invulnerability.
Strong combo super that results in full corner carry. Not quite optimal for 1.5 bar combos, but close enough to where the corner carry is usually worth the damage lost. MAX version has invincibility, but Rugal has better reversal options for less meter.
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
180 [150]
Mid
advanced, climax
9
30
33
HKD (62 - Close Range to 71 - Max Range)
-32 (Close Range) to -23 (Max Range)
Full Body: 1 to 4 (4 Frames)
0
0
BD
BD
333 (200+140) Min:170 [170+?] Min: ?
Mid
climax
7
60 (20) 52
59
HKD (8 - Close Range to 15 - Max Range)
-42 (Close Range) to -60 (Max Range) 2nd hit
Full Body: 1 to 11 (11 Frames)
0
0
Can OTG opponents. Values in [] indicate damage when the move OTGs.
Fantastic fullscreen beam super that catches literally everything and has very low recovery for a super. Also important in 1.5 bar corner juggles from EX Vanishing Rush, as 236B > 236236B will let you juggle afterward. You can use this as a hit-confirm for an EX fireball from fullscreen for a cheeky 300 damage fireball. Also can OTG if you anti air with B Genocide Cutter high up enough, as well as other soft knockdowns (see note above).The hitbox continues to cover the screen regardless of the animation, meaning it cannot be rolled through.
Guard(1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second, No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel(1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second, (x~y) every hit from x to y, No bracket means the entire move is.Whether this move is special or super cancelable. If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included.
Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames Followed by a y frame gap Then the 2nd is active for z frames.Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled.
Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip. SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.After the move hits, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range. x when done point-blank. y on the tip.After the move is blocked, number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame. (Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame. Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location). Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable
Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
450 (50+50+50+5*20+200) Min:235
Mid
-
6
32
84
HKD (+6)
-27
Full Body: 1 to 17 (17 Frames)
0
0
Due to the low minimum damage, you want to maintain as little scaling as possible when canceling into this. As such, it's advisable to not cancel into this super unless it either kills, or it is a MAX confirm that does not have 4/6B (cl.D is our best move to follow up a MAX cancel with, adding 4/6B will actually make cancels into this deal LESS damage because of the scaling).
Misc
The depiction of Rugal's Genocide Cutter in KOF XV actually references every version of the attack in each of his appearances:
Light Genocide Cutter (623B) is the original version from KOF 94, where Rugal does a single swipe while rising straight up.
Heavy Genocide Cutter (623D) is Omega Rugal's version from KOF 98, which includes the second hit.
EX Genocide Cutter (623BD) is the version Omega Rugal uses in KOF 2002, adding the third hit.
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