Birch's TTT Kunimitsu Strategy guide "THE NINJA REVOLUTION Y2K STYLE" 10/01/00 Version:1.6 Millenniumitsu version ************************************************************************* Created using WordPad.. view in Wordpad. I think it still looks rather ugly if printed... ******************************CONTENTS*********************************** ADDED TO 1.6 Some changes in the Tagging section. Frame rate section added. Comments on the tag nature of the df+2. changes in the b+1+2. ADDED TO 1.5: Various structure changes. Changes to some of the move analysis comments. added the fc,df+3 move analysis in. Some additional juggles thanks to Robb. General Gameplay Section added. ADDED TO 1.4: Throw Section Added. Small changes in the backturned department (Kuni has a BK uf+4). Small changes in the unblockable section. ADDED TO 1.3: Various grammar changes. Okizeme section started. Changed comments on some moves (b+2, f,f+3+4,3+4). ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Legal "Enter The Tekken" Range Why play Kunimitsu? "Do ya feel lucky, punk?" Movelist- Courtesy of Catlord Move Analysis -Frame Rate's -Throws -The Basics -Past the Basics -Unblockables -Tenstring General Gameplay Section -Now that I know the moves, how do I put them together? -Custom String Ideas -Sidesteping/Movement -Backturned fighting -Offence vs Defence -Tagging -Okizeme Juggles Credits Comments ------------------------------------------------------------------------- still to come:- more juggles - move review updates - vs character section? - changes for PS-2? ******************************LEGAL************************************** Disclaimer: This document is Copyright (c) Birch 1999, 2000, all rights reserved. This document may not be altered in any way, and may only be redistributed in its original electronic form. This document is not to be used for promotional and/or profitable purposes. Any information used from this document must be given proper acknowledgement. All aspects of Tekken 3 and Tekken Tag Tournament used in this document are Copyright (c) 1999 Namco Limited. All rights reserved. blah blah... blah **************************"ENTER THE TEKKEN"***************************** ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is my first attempt to write a Tekken faq.. so please be nice. Tekken Tag Tournament (TTT) has been out for awhile now and its brought Tekken skills up another notch from Tekken 3. TTT has added many interesting quirks to what was already one of the most solid fighting game series created. This faq is written for medium to high level play; I haven't had the benefit of good tournament play yet. This means that you should know how to chicken, side-step, juggle, break out of throws and have a good understanding of poking tactics (poking is very important for Kunimitsu), it also helps to know what all the funky numbers mean. My knowledge comes from playing fighting games and the Tekken series for a little too long. This guide will be updated regularly and will probably be given a large face lift to cope with the Playstation-2 version of Tekken Tag Tournament. If you feel you're not up to medium level play then check out some system guides; Ben Curetons Tekken 3 Manual is worth the time, though you'll probably take a while to grasp all the complex data contained in his work. Also check or a web site or two; Tekken Zaibatsu, Inside Tekken and the Official Namco site are all beneficial. Then try learning a character thoroughly, infact learn two; it is Tekken Tag after all. TTT is a moderately balanced game; enough so that any character *can* beat another. So there's no harm in giving Kunimitsu a try. If the competition is a problem, just give her a strong tag partner. This faq aims to deal with a specific character guide for the Ninja with the Dagger, the Fox or Kunimitsu. It will attempt to cover a wide range of Tekken ideas and tricks but the guide will mainly focus on a couple of important things such as juggles, custom chains and the all important move descriptions. Kunimitsu was Yoshimitsu's sub boss in Tekken1&2 and they still share quite a few moves in TTT. This guide will therefore discuss some ideas that are relevant to both characters. If you think this guide will tell you how beat most other players then I suggest you stop now and pick a stronger character... Hopefully it will give you some more ideas to ponder. What a long and windy intro... yawn. STANDARD 1-left punch NUMBER 2-right punch FORMAT 3-left kick 4-right kick 5-tag button ******************************RANGE************************************** RANGES:( concept from the "Tekken 3, Ultimate Guide" ) RANGE 0 = nose to nose, throw range for all characters RANGE 1 = begins at the end of range 0 and ends at the edge of your left jab RANGE 2 = starts from the edge of your jab to the edge of your power strikes RANGE 3 = anything beyond range 2 ************************WHY PLAY KUNIMITSU******************************* ------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Fox. A Ninja with speed and flair. Trained by the Ancient Manji Clan in Ninjitsu. Proficient with the Kunai blade and hand to hand arts. For some reason she was banished from the Manji clan (trying to steal her sensei's sword?) and now seeks to face their leader Yoshimitsu. Could this be because of the 'Soul' of the sword he holds? Strengths --------- +Manji Ninja Style points +Good Juggling capabilities +Quite a few unblockables +Evasive techniques +Simplicity +A very uncommon choice; be interesting! Problem Issues -------------- -No amazingly effective single moves e.g. Jin: b+4 -No super launcher for the juggle heads :P -No special tag throws, especially with Yoshi (Come On Namco!!!) -No team intro, endings or win animation (to my knowledge) -Simplicity -Basic while (ws) standing game *****************************MOVE LIST*********************************** This is Catlords movelist... its pretty and easy to read. The CAPITALS are used for new Tekken Tag Tournament moves. THANX CATLORD! ------------------------------------------------------------------------- GRAPPLING TECHNIQUES DAMAGE (Front) 1+3 Flying Press {1} 30 2+4 Jawcrusher {2} 30 2+5 generic tag throw {2} varies d/b+1+3 Hip Lock {1+2} 35 f+1+4 MANJI RANA{d/f} 35 (Left) (1+3)_(2+4)_(2+5) AVALANCHE {1} 40 (Right) (1+3)_(2+4)_(2+5) [~5] DIZZY CYCLONE [Tag] {2} 40 (Back) (1+3)_(2+4)_(2+5) Reverse Neck Toss 50 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- SPECIAL TECHNIQUES DAMAGE (f+2)_(BK 2) Backfist *Turns Opponent Around* ? 2,(3_d+3) Punch, (Highkick_Lowkick) 12,21_8 1+2 RUSHING ELBOW 22 d+1+2 CROUCH DODGE NA SS+1+2 WINTER WIND 21 B#+1,1,1,1,1,1 Spinning Hilt Strikes 10,10,10,10,10,10 B+1,[1],[1], Spinning Hilt Strike[s] 10,10,10 D/B+3,[3],[3] Spinning Low Sweeps 12,7,7? 3_(f+4) Spinning Low Sweep_Falling Tree Kick 5_12 D#,D/B+3,[3],[3],[3] Spinning Leg Sweeps[s] 12,7,7,5 3_(f+4) Spinning Leg Sweep_Falling Tree Kick 5_12 D#,d/f+3 Spinning Trip Sweep 12 f,f+2 [~5] DASHING UPPERCUT [Tag] *Juggles* 24 d/f+2 [~5] Uppercut [Tag] *Juggles* 13 f,f+4 Jumping Knee 10 u/f+3+4 Poison Wind Flipstomp 21 FC_d+3+4 FAIRY WAX 5,23 f+3+4 GROWLING JEWEL 30 SS+3+4 KUNAI DRAGONTAIL 15 BK 3 REVERSE FLIPKICK 22 f,f+1+2 Reverse Solar kick, (BK) 22 f,f+3+4 Solar kick 30 1+2 Shark Dive 30,40 ~3 REVERSE FLIPKICK 30,25 3+4 FLYING SHADOW 30,NA f,f+3, NA 4 MIDAIR FLIP, HEADKICK 30 3,4 Zig-Zag 30,30 4,4,4 3 Highkicks 20,20,21 u~u/b BACKFLIP NA ------------------------------------------------------------------------- UNBLOCKABLES DAMAGE d/b+2 Kunai Stab *Unblockable* 15 u+1+2 KUNAI SKYFALL *Unblockable* 25 b+2 Kunai Murder *Unblockable* 22 f,f,N+2 Kunai Advance *Unblockable* 25 b+1+2 KUNAI SPIN *Second Hit Unblockable* 8,*11 121:4::4:4::1::2:3:2 Tenstring ------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONFUSING CHICKENS: 1+2: Rushing Elbow is a right side chicken (f+2+4) f+3+4: Growling Jewel is a right side chicken (f+2+4) *****************"DO YA, FEEL LUCKY PUNK?... DO YA?"********************* The very basic. If your challenging, watch your opponent play a couple of rounds and watch his or her juggles, their throw choices (1, 2, 1+2 escapes?) and their overall style of play before you put your coins in. If he's a scrub give him a lesson... if he's seems to be an expert then get some practice. *****************************FRAME RATE'S******************************** Brought to you by the helpful Web Crew at Tekken Zaibatsu (and some fabled japanese text) and the letter y. This section is mainly for the extreme Tekken nut; but once a moderate level of Tekken understanding is gathered even a average player should find something useful here. Tekken is a fast paced violent game that once taken to it's most base level unfortunately results in mathematics, you knew school would teach you something didn't you? Tekken movement can be described in terms of frames of animation. These run at at a silky smooth (baby's butt kinda thing) 60 frames per second, faster than your normal tv or even a speeding Alley McBeal. Therefore most of the numerical data in this will be in terms of numbers of frames. I think a little of this information should be taken with a grain of salt as when dealing with 60ths/sec; accuracy, joystick motion and button inputs all take time themselves. A one frame advantage may be enough to stick out a jab faster than your opponent but it would be as easy to miss the opportunity. This section will breakdown the frame rate for Kunimitsu's basic moves; her other frame rate info will be in the move analsys section. It is listed with 4 specific numbers which relate too (using Zaibatsu notation):- -> Frames to hit, ie how many frames before the move hits (F Hit) -> Frame advantage/disavantage, listed as +/- after the move has been -Blocked (B Adv) -Hit (H Adv) -Counter Hit (C Adv) -->KD means that the move has knocked your opponent away in some manor. On with the numbers! Command- F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv[] Command F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv -----------------------------------[]----------------------------------- 1 8 +2 +7 +7 [] 2 10 0 +6 +6 3 16 -8 KD KD [] 4 14 -14 -3 -3 f+1 10 +3 +7 +7 [] f+2 17 -13 +17 +17 f+3 16 -10 KD KD [] f+4 14 -14 -5 KD d+1 8 -2 +9 +9 [] d+2 10 -2 +9 +9 d+3 16 -17 -3 -3 [] d+4 12 -8 +3 +3 FC+1 8 -2 +9 +9 [] FC+2 10 -2 +9 +9 FC+3 16 -17 -3 -3 [] FC+4 12 -8 +3 +3 WS+1 12 -2 +9 +9 [] WS+2 14 -7 +24 +24 WS+3 16 -16 KD KD [] WS+4 11 -6 +5 +5 df+1 13 +1 +7 +7 [] df+2 16 -1 KD KD df+3 16 -9 +2 +2 [] df+4 12 -4 +7 +7 ***************************MOVE ANALYSIS********************************* ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This section aims to deal with each of Kunimitsu's moves on a case by case basis. I'll give my opinion and the opinion's of anyone else I've managed to pester. A simple rating in +'s out of 5 will also be given. These aren't points set in stone, you may have found a use for a move that I haven't. If so, send me an email at birch@anet.co.nz and I will happily credit you. ******************************THROWS************************************* ------------------------------------------------------------------------- The detailed throw list.. you asked for it, you got it. After so much feedback (did I mention I got an email :)I decided that the public wouldn't be happy without this lovely presented throwing quide. Kunimitsu has a simple collection of throws that are easily performed but do little in terms of damage. Most people I play against hate being thrown though (especially side/back thrown) so these are great to put defensive players in more of an agressive frame of mind. Kunimitsu ain't King so this will be short and 99% fat free. INPUT: NAME THROW ESCAPE ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1+3: Spinning Slam ++ (1) Frames to hit: 12 Kunimitsu grabs her opponent spins then... and slams them. I could make reference to the Manji events that led to this move... but I won't, its an old joke. Simple escape for this throw (1) but a possible mix up if your opponent is looking for 2(2+4,2+5) or 1+2 escapes. This throw doesn't set up oki-zeme tactics very well. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2+4: Jawcrusher ++ (2) Frames to hit: 12 Kunimitsu grabs the opponent and then pushes them off balance with a leg and right arm to the chest. She then follows this up with a strike hilt to the... jaw. This throw is escaped with (2). Since it shares the same escape as the generic tag throw it is probably a wiser choice to go for the later. A safe tag and the chance to heal is always a good option... unless of course your partner has been badly injured. This throw is one of her better set ups for oki-zeme. If your enemy is complacent you could get away with a poison wind or a fairy wax. On opponents who rush to get off the ground try things like the FC,db+3 or d+3. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2+5: Generic Tag Throw (2) Frames to hit: 12? Effects dependant on your tag patner. This is one of the safest ways to tag, along with Tag juggling. I personally don't aim for the generic tag throws much, the specific ones look cool; I use those but I prefer to tag juggle or use normal tagging. Still a excellent way to tag between characters. Kunimitsu when jumping in does a poison wind. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- d/b+1+3: Hip Lock (1+2) Frames to hit: 12 Kunimitsu performs a judo style hip toss sending her opponent to the floor. A great two button escape throw because of the easy as button input. Really her best throw and one that you should be using the most. That said, if you do it all day your opponent should work out how to escape it, therefore mix it. As with most of Kunimistu's throws this is a little weak in terms of damage. As with the 2+4 this move does set up well for okizeme tactics. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f+1+4: Maji Rana df Frames to hit: 12 Kunimitsu flips up off her opponents knees, She lands her legs around their neck and then sends them head first to the ground. A cool throw that has an interesting direction (not button) escape. Use lots when your opponent doesn't know how to escape. Unless they are Tekken nuts (it does seem that there are quite a lot of us) or another Kunimitsu player they most likely wouldn't know. I haven't seen it escaped around here but I am pretty much the only Kunimitsu player. This throw places the opponent a little far away to start strong oki-zeme mix ups. When this throw is actually escaped (the opponent ducks the flip) Kunimitsu ends her jump behind the opponent in. Back to Back they faced each other... Kunimitsu is left with all her reasonable back turned options ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Left (1+3)_(2+4)_(2+5) AVALANCHE (1) Frames to hit: 12? Seen it a couple of times... but can't remember what actually happens. Side throws are always cool when you get the chance, so do try it out. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Right (1+3)_(2+4)_(2+5)[~5] DIZZY CYCLONE [Tag] (2) Frames to hit: 12? Kunimitsu grabs her opponent and then runs around them at break neck speed, ratling their brain and dizzying them. Another weird Manji side throw, quite funky. Also taggable which can be quite useful, Peter Hahn's Kunimitsu faq (at gamefaqs) lists some of the Tag into options. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Back (1+3)_(2+4)_(2+5) Reverse Neck Toss NA Frames to hit: 12? Kunimitsu grabs the opponent around the neck and throws them over. A back throw standard from Tekken 2, pretty boring actually. Not much in the damage stakes either I'd much rather have Yoshimitsu's Tornado Drop. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ************************************************************************* THE BASICS ------------------------------------------------------------------------- MOVE NAME RATING NOTES ------------------------------------------------------------------------- df+2: basic uppercut. +++++ ~5 To Tag Kunimitsu steps foward and uppercuts. A important basic move in any TTT characters game; a vital move for Kunimitsu. This little puppy is an uppercut that comes out quick, juggles on hit (CH for crouching people) and is one of Kunimitsu's best moves in range 0-1. Hit with this and smile as your opponent floats into the air waiting to except any extra damage you can tack on. This move is what Kunimitsu bases most of her inclose strategy around. A large portion of the damage you do, should be acumilated with this move (and the subsequent juggle) in my opinion. It fits well into most custom chains (as will be discussed later) and is quick enough to counter many a powerstrike. An important thing to remember when using this move is it is not quite as good as Yoshi's df+2 (the best basic uppercut in all of Tekken); this move unfortunately doesn't have quite the same forward movement that makes the ninja man's move so strong. It is none the less one of the best basic uppercuts in the game. This move is also tagable and is a tag 2 class launcher. The juggle options are limited by your tag partner. When this move is interupted but you still connect and buffer a tag this move lifts to the same level as the f,f+2 and Kunimitsu stays on screen, making some of Kunimitsu's larger juggles possible. Also when tagging this but having it blocked it causes the opponent to have a differing block animation, I'll do some research into what this actually means. An exceptionally strong move. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- d+1: The low jab. ++++ into full crouched Another essential move for a healthy Tekken game. This move is one of the fastest in the game. It is always handy in close to override your enemies attacks and can be a beneficial after most moves that leave you in close with little lags. This move is also a great link to moves such as the D,df+3 and the FC+3+4. Her other while standing moves such at the 1, 2, and 4 can also be performed by letting the stick go neutral (n) and inputting the appropriate command. Her ws+1 and 4 are great pressure and spacing tactics, while the ws+2 short ranged upper. These ideas will be discussed further in the custom chain section. The ws+4 covers the most range and therefore can often be the most beneficial ws tactic. If your foe is just going to sit there though, sweep em and juggle. Don't be afraid to mix up your high, mids and lows. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1: The left jab. +++++ Another quick fast move. So many uses for this move; when your in your enemies face stick a couple of these suckers out to push them back. The left jab can be a simple set up for moves like the df+2 and the 1+2. The left jab also cuts through throw attempts and can interrupt your opponents pressure tactics. A jab is also a good set-up for a throw of your own. Do remember that this move hits very high and therefore if you feel your opponent might duck, maybe go for the 1,2, or the 1,2,1 which hits high,mid,(mid). ------------------------------------------------------------------------- df+4: Mid Right Kick +++ Kunimitsu has a standard Tekken 2 mid kick. It's not as useful as Yoshi's (used too be?) in terms of reach. This move is a good push out move when your just out of jab range. Quite safe, quite handy. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- BK+uf+4: backturned jump kick ++ only in BK Found out just recently that Kunimitsu does infact have a standard(?) backturned jump kick. This is another handy mid move in backturned position... it also juggles, how wonderful. ***************************PAST THE BASICS******************************* ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1,2: Left jab to upper. + FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 8,x, +2,-13 +7,-2 +7,-2 This move is a simple jab to (non-lifting) uppercut. An alright poking tactic, very useful because of the speed and hit levels. It can be a good choice for continuing pressure as there is forward momentum involved. It isn't given a high plus rating as the pay offs in damage are low. This move actually recovers very poorly, worse than the 1,2,1 and therefore it is not always wise to attempt to stick out a move afterwards. With that said it does keep you in your opponents face. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1,2,1, left jab to double upper. ++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 8,x,x +2,-13,-12 +7,-2,-1 +7,-2,-1 The move above with an extra uppercut thrown in. This move is a excellent poking tactic that recovers better than the 1,2. This fact makes it more suited for continuing poking tactics. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f+2/BK 2 Backfist Turns Opponent Around FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 17 -13 +17 +17 The Backfist, a move with some great properties (it turns your opponent around to backturned), it's just a little on the slow side with some nasty lag time. The backfist is a good option when your opponent is open to counter and you know this will hit. Otherwise its best place is in confusion games from backturned. After hitting with this your opponent spins and offers you a free look at his/her back. From here I usually follow up with the simple juggle of df+2, b+1, 1, 3. Other bigger juggles are possible (check out Hayashida1/2 at Zaibatsu for some mad Yoshimitsu and Kunimitsu skills) I'm just not that great at linking large amounts of backslaps together. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2,3/d+3: right to high/low kick ++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 10,x 0,-12/-15 +6,KD/-1 +6,KD/-1 Haven't used this much. The low peck version of this can be useful for some low hitting pecking damage.In Tekken 3 Yoshimitsu's 2,3 was guaranteed on counter hit. . We'll have to see if this true for Kunimitsu.... ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1+2: rushing hilt strike. ++++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 25 -16 KD KD Kunimitsu quickly ducks and then strikes with a forward hilt strike that has brilliant range for a non f,f power move. This move is a great general powerstrike, though at 22 damage its a quite soft on the damage side of things. It can be used in a similar fashion to Yoshimitsu's bad breath (b+1+2, any) as the quick crouch at the start is very effective for getting under some high poking tactics. Something to throw in to your own poking mix. At first I thought that this move recovered moderately well; 16 frames to recover though is moderately slow. It may be enough time to lead to shining fists or it may push the opponent out of range of jabs, I'll have to check, it is also probably enough time for Heihachi or Devil to get a free twin pistons. This info has meant a reduction in+'s for this move. I still think it is something you should use lots when in range, especially against pitbull style opponents. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- (wc)/d+3+4: The Fairy Wax. ++++ Hits on the ground FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 39 +14 KD KD The Fairy Wax, strange move, what can I say. Kuni jumps high into the air above her foe, does a front flip and comes down with her feet. This move is great if you know your opponent is coming in with a move that you can jump over. That knowledge of course is not very easy to come by, so use it now and again when you opponent is moving forward or if your opponent is being predictable. I also add this move into my custom chains because it can be done from full crouch and because of the heavily evasive start, followed by two sharp kicks. The frame rate information breaths new light into the benefits of this move on block. 14 frames of advantage means that you could pull out a df+2 and the opponent would only have 2 frames in which to react (leaving their only option to block or get hit). It may also lead to a free 4, f+4, or a f,F+4. This I will have to check. This move is also very handy for oki-zeme as the second hit in the move hits on the ground and her initial jump can avoid both low and mid get-up kicks. As this move has little foward movement so it when you are standing close to your prone opponent just at the range when they would be thinking about doing a rising low/mid kicks. She jumps up quick enough to avoid these kicks and if your opponent just lies there she still hits them, splendid. This placement situation is common from some of these moves (db+1+3, 2+4, b+2, f,f,N+2) but it is wise to keep this as a option in your general oki-zeme tactics. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f,f+2:The Dashing Uppercut. ++++ ~5 To Tag FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 25 -18 KD KD Kunimitsu rushes forward with a lunging uppercut, it ducks midway through the move (such as a crouch dash) deep enough to avoid most high attacks. An addition to Kunimitsu for TTT, the f,f+2 is one of her best launchers. This move is great for pressuring your opponent from mid range and is easy to chicken. Since TTT is a two team game it can be wise to tag off this move (as long as your partner is in moderate health) too keep your characters switching without being open to the run in retaliation. This launcher would be described as a class 2 tag (using the Zaibatsu notation),this means you can follow with a jab height juggle. Use this move to apply pressure from afar and set up a platform for her useful unblockable game. Once again with knowledge of frame disadvantage on block it may lead to free damage on you from moves like the twin pistons. Be careful using this on people who base their game on countering. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f,f+4: Fubuki ++++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 7 -17 KD KD A jumping knee of exceptional speed and priority, if you've played Yoshimitsu then you'll probably know what I'm talking about. This move is great as a quick in close counter, in that it can't be reversed and that it knocks down you opponent on clean hit. As the frame rate info shows the speed of this move is unbelievable, maybe the fastest move in the game, it does though require a f,f input which in itself would take quite a few frames. The knee does have some quite bad lags at the end so be sure to properly connect with it. Another thing of interest is its damage listing on TTT.com. They list it as doing 10 damage, which is half the damage of Yoshimitsu's in T3. This would make it a little less useful. One of the reasons that I have reduced its rating. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f,f+3+4: The Solar Flip ++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 22 -20 -9 -9 The starter for the shark attack combo. Same as Yoshi's, not much to be said here. This move should be used only to continue into one of the 3 links. This move was non-reversable in Tekken 3 for Yoshimitsu. I assume it is the same way for Kunimitsu in TTT. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- LINK ~3: The Reverse Flipkick +++ BK if blocked FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv x 0 KD KD The reverse flipkick (BK+3) mentioned below , use in the same manner. This move flows well in this link. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- LINK ,3+4: The Flying Shadow +++ Kunimitsu does a large flip after the first shark attack flip. This move does no damage but places Kunimitsu facing the back of her opponent. If this move was a stand alone then I could see more valid uses for it. Even so this can be an really great move to do followed by such as the u+1+2, d+1+2, df+2 or 1+2 (maybe the f,f+2 if your enemy is slow). Back turned position usually only gives the opponent the option for low or high moves (Ling, Lei, King/A-king(?), Hwoarang and Kunimitsu being some of the major exceptions) meaning that ducking and then countering can also be a useful option. This move also adds to the general confusion game you should be playing with the ninja. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- LINK ,1+2 The Shark Dive ++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv x -27 KD KD The second move in Yoshi's shark attack, this is a high priority dive that you should use when you think your opponent is going try to retaliate... They will eat this move for some big damage. Hits high but that should be alright when well mixed with the 3. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f,f,3,4: Mid Air Flip->Head Kick +++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 32 -13 KD KD Kunimitsu flips (f,f+3) and then (if you add the 4) goes for a double foot kick to the opponents head, rib cage area. This move is very similar to Eddy Gordo's f,f+4,(3_4). Kuni's is better in than it hits mid. This move can be a good move to throw out in medium range and is easy to chicken. After this move is blocked or hits Kunimitsu does a backflip placing her in safe distance. This can be useful for getting out of range 1-2. Once blocked this move guard staggers,which can help in applying further f,f tactics (2, 3+4 links, n+2, etc.). I use it on occasion but often find that her other f,f+(2, 4, N,+2, 3+4 links) moves give more useful results. It also does not have as much range as the f,f+2, f+3+4 or f,f+3+4. That said it can also be effective having a big kick to place down a punch reversal happy characters (Ganryu, Bryan, Baek and Laws) face. This doesn't leave her in ws as I had thought earlier. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- BK+3: Reverse Flipkick. ++ Backturned FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 23 -2 KD KD Kunimitsu executes a reverse flipkick. This move is either executed from back turned or in the link mentioned above. Since Kunimitsu has only one way to purposefully get to backturned (f,f+1+2, which doesn't link to the 3 that well) it is not often you will use this move as a stand alone. Castel lists this as a juggling move and heh, I believe him. More research is therefore needed. This is what I think I've worked out so far. I'm pretty sure that on hit this move leaves Kunimitsu backturned next to an opponent on the ground. Not many options to continue the attack with. On counter this move places Kuni facing towards her opponent I assume a poison wind is guaranteed a fairy wax may hit. This move leaves you in back turned when blocked, check the backturned fighting section for some ideas. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f,f+1+2: The Reverse Solar Kick +++ Backturned FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 22 -8 +3 +3 Kunimitsu does a variation of the f,f+3+4 cart wheel leaving her in back turned position. I have tried to link the backturned 3 from here but find it a little slow. This move can confuse your opponent when well mixed in with the other shark attack methods. After the move is completed try using some of the backturned options listed in the backturned section . This (for Yoshimitsu) was also non-reversable in Tekken3. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f+3+4: Growling Jewel. ++++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 22 -1 KD KD A styling forward jump kick, comes out a similar speed to Lee Chaolan's jump kick (uf+3) but hits mid to make it a better move. This kick should be used quite often at medium range as a get in tactic, as it recovers well enough to continue pressure with moves such as the 1, f+1 or d+1. One should note that this move on block also places Kunimitsu slightly to the side of her opponent. It is also good a powerstrike (to slow to counter with),or even as a juggle ender. This kick unfortunately only does 30 damage (actually not too bad in terms of damage for Kunimitsu) so as said earlier if your having problems ending juggles with this switch to the 3 kick (30 damage also). Looking at the frame rate info this move recovers very well on block. 1 frame not meaning too much either way. It also comes out rather quickly. It may be free after a ws+2 on hit, another thing to check. A powerful advancing move. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- d+1+2: Crouch Dodge. ++ Kunimitsu drops to the ground causing that lovely Tekken dust to fly. This move avoids all attacks, lows included. With that said it is a little slow at the start up and can't really be used on reaction to avoid blows. Its most obvious use is as a fake for the u+1+2 unblockable, and to exude ninja style. Kunimitsu can be quite a strong defensive player when using moves like this and others such as the the u+1+2, u~ub, d+3+4, b+1+2, 1+2. Agression imho is still a better choice in style for picking up regular damage. WcMaxi told me he uses it to set up throws... which also seems quite valid. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- b+1,1,1,1,1,1: The Backhand Slaps +++ dizzy after 6 FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 17,x,x +1,+6,+6 +12,+7,+7 +12,+7,+7 x,x,x +6,+6,+6 +7,+7,x +7,+7,x Kunimitsu spins around, her left hand outstrectched moving at a rate of knots aiming to hit the opponent somewhere in the head. The Backhand Slaps; a manji classic. These handy Manji ninja tools fill various gaps in Kunimitsu's arsenal. I think there main use is as juggle filler. They can also be used as fast get in tactics to begin a custom chain because they move so rapidly. Do remember that they do hit very high so make sure the first one is going to connect or or you might be hit by jabs or uppercuts. Once applied in close they can be easily linked into the low sweeps for some always handy pecking damage. Once doing the low sweeps, make sure to finish with the falling tree kick (chicken it, if necessary). On block these suckers give a better advantage than Kunimitsu's standing jabs (after 2); highlighting their use in custom strings. more comments elphfves (elphfves@earthlink.ne) Also likes to use a blocked b+1 as a throw tick. I hadn't commented on this specifically but it is always important to mix throws into your custom strings. Placing them after fast moves such as the b+1, 1, d+1 is always useful. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- D#,D/B+3,[3],[3],[3],[3] Spinning Leg Sweeps[s] ++ Dizzy on 6th -->(f+4) Falling Tree Kick +++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 24,x,x -24,-23,-23 -13,-11,-11 -13,-11,-11 x,x -23,-23 -11,-11 -11,-11 (f+4)-->x -4 KD KD The full crouched spinning sweeps. you can do more of them from full crouched. I personally prefer to link these from the backhand slaps. The first kick in this series can be used as quite an effective oki-zeme move for some extra damage. I added the extra star for the tree kick because it can push you clear of trouble, also can knock your opponent down and the recovery is improved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3,4: The Zig-Zag: ++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 16,x -8,-14 KD,KD KD,KD A quick spinning high kick followed by a sharp mid kick. This move is not something you should be using everyday. The 3 kick has it's uses as a juggling tool and a fast high priority move. The 3,4 is a link that that average player will watch and a better player will interupt, a learning player will sometimes be hit by it. Kunimitsu has many better options. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4,4,4: Three High Kicks + FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 14,x,x -14,-5,-8 -3,-3,-4 -3,-3,-4 Three high kicks to head, slow and easily ducked. If you can get all three of these kicks off and get the side turned benefit, then congratulations you've just learned that your opponent is an idiot. These moves have no place even in medium level competition. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- u/f+4: Avoiding the Puddle +++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv ? ? ? ? Not the best u/f+4 in terms of priority. This manji jump kick is not to be used to interupt moves like Lei's, The Kings, Ogre and Lee's can. This move can be used to counter with at mid-range and is good for punishing characters who are predictable with sweeps. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- SS+3+4: Kunai Dragon Tail. +++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 16 -37 KD KD Kuni plants her hands and spins low with both feet. This move is a strong side-step attack and Kunimitsu's most damaging low attack. Not that great at only 15 damage but it does knock the opponent down. This move is also a valuable oki-zeme tactic as it hits on the ground. With the changes in the Tekken Tag Tournament system this move makes Kunimitsu stagger when blocked, she also will have large lags before she can even block. Don't become predictable with this move. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- SS+1+2: Wintery Wind. ++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 16 -8 KD KD Shouryuuken... Kunimitsu attempts to imitate Ryu/Ken and does a leaping fast, high priority uppercut. Hits high but comes out nice and quick. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- u/f+3+4: The Poison Wind ++ hits on the ground FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 22 -20 -9 -9 Kunimitsu frontflips into a double footed stomp. An oki-zeme tool that you can use after juggles, the 1+3, d/b+1+3 throws and her f,f,N+2, b+2 unblockables. Don't let your opponent tech- roll this move as you'll be left with lags in a bad position. If your opponent is tech-rolling a lot as get up, use throws and unblockables. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- wc,df+3: Spinning Trip Sweep +++ juggles FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 18 -16 KD KD Kunimitsu sweeps her foot from crouched position, juggling the opponent on connect. This is such a good move when well mixed into her custom chains. Don't be afraid to pull this one out on an opponent who is just watching your custom chains progress. With this threat to their shins exposed they are more likely to walk into df+2s or ws+2s. The lags on this move are rather unkind so make sure it is mixed well. I juggle with the simple ws+4, f,f+4, but will work on more juggles with ps-2 TTT. ****************************UNBLOCKABLES********************************* ------------------------------------------------------------------------- With a properly set up aggressive platform Kunimitsu's unblockables can begin to shine. Though the damage of Kunimitsu's unblockables are relatively small in term of these moves, a couple in a round can truly help to turn the tide of the fight your way. I have checked out wether Kunimitsu's unblockables are reversable and sadly they are, I know that Nina can reverse the b+2, f,f,N+2, she can also probably reverse the d/b+2 and it is quite likely that Jun, Jin can also; Anna and Wang are maybe's. Nina's animation has her grabing Kunimitsu's hand and therefore it may be possible to chicken... another thing to research. One extra thing to note about the unblockables is that they can be easily side-stepped. ************************************************************************* u+1+2: Kunai Skyfall. +++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 50 x KD KD Kunai disappears into the floor and then reappears from the top of the screen, coming down with the dagger first. Think of Hanzo or Galford from Samurai Showdown but without the sliced log. A good unblockable that can be used to kill turtling foes and scrubs. It takes a little time for a good player to learn how to interrupt this move, unless they have a strong jump/flip kick that they aren't afraid to use. Don't give them this chance, pop it out at strange times and mix it up well with the d+1+2. Remember to make sure you are in range to do this move as it has is a straight vertical drop. This move can also be backdashed. Wiffing is one of the seven great sins of Tekken. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- b+2: Kunai Murder. ++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 34 x KD KD Kunimitsu takes a step forward then drives her dagger into her foes gut. Would actually be quite painful and can be followed up with Oki-zeme of your choosing. This is a unblockable that you should use in close after pacifying your enemy with uppercuts and jabs. This is probably a little tougher to set up than the Kunai advance because of the typically frantic nature of range 0 warfare. Remember that even though this move has a back stick press it can be used after a f,f dash (f,f,B+2). This unblockable sets up for oki-zeme; a Poison wind may in fact be guaranteed (Ogre is guaranteed a f,f+1+2 after his). On large characters you can juggle off the hit. I've got simple stuff like d+1, ws+4 off but it is quite likely that a fubuki may be added after this. Also a d+1 to crouch cancel juggle may be an option. I'll keep working on it. I got some feedback (wow, somebody actually read this!) from Renick (Renickironfist@hotmail.com) on this move, Check out his Ogre faq. He thinks this move is useful after sidesteping power moves such as Kuma's F+1~1,1 or Jun's b+3,2 (Julia and Michelle's 2+3,1 is also very easy to side step before the 1). I personally usually go for sidethrows when on a side position (they look cool) but this fast unblockable would also be a good choice (d/f+2 is also a great option). Do remember that this unblockable is reversable by some characters, Kunimitsu's blade isn't as strong as Ogre's green hands. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- f,f,N+2: Kunai Advance. +++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 25 x KD KD Kunimitsu moves forward and then strikes with her knife into the midsection. This is probably her most useful unblockable because of the f,f, nature, it is also a little faster than the b+2 (25 frames to 34) to come out. It mixs in very well with her other f,f moves such as the f,f+4, 2 and 3+4(links). This move also sets up for oki-zeme tactics... once again a Poison wind may be guaranteed. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- d/b+2: Kunai Stab. ++ FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 26 x -8 -8 Kunimitsu quickly slashes the dagger from above her head to the ground. A strong Oke-zeme tactic because it hits on the ground(? big character only?), great for getting people trying to tag out on the deck. This move (unlike the Advance and Murder) leaves the opponent standing on hit making it a little more risky. Still great for building up the damage. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- b+1+2: Kunai Spin. ++ (maybe more +s to come) FRAMES--> F Hit B Adv H Adv C Adv 19 -41 KD KD Kunimitsu does a little figure eight with her dagger. This move has needed a healthy review after I found out that the second hit is unblockable. This move attempts to be Yoshimitsu's b,b+1~1 and fails. It's unblockable only on the second swish and its slowish to come out; it also has some pretty terrible lag time. Castel has this in his Kuni intro movie in a juggle. Apart from showing off I wouldn't use this one much if at all. This move is still under review. Move Review by: elphfves@earthlink.net "I actually found a few uses for this. First off it comes out pretty quick which is good. I use it in anticipation of rushing moves or in a poking string usuall after ws+2 or b+1, people literally walk into it. Especially Lei who has to take that little half step for his rushes. Also after the 2+4 throw im pretty sure it snuffs out ankle kicks and sweeps". I tried some of these aplications recently and would agree that it could be useful against Lei's rushing in. It still doesn't protect as much as Yoshimitsu's spinning blade does and I still has reservations about this move. I would also recommend having a look at Peter Hahn's Faq as he has worked out some custom tactics on making sure only the unblockable stuff hits. *****************************TENSTRING*********************************** 121:4::4:4::1::2:3:2 Ten strings should only be used very infrequently in high level play. Kunimitsu has only one ten string which is a variation of Yoshimitsu's of course. This one is pretty bad because of the predictable right kicks at the 4th,5th and 6th position. Good players will reverse or duck and counter these kicks. There is only one unblockable in this tenstring (the 2 at the last hit) meaning that even if you manage to continue the chain past the right kicks there is only a small reward against players who stand and watch. ************************************************************************* ************************GENERAL GAMEPLAY SECTION************************* ------------------------------------------------------------------------- **********NOW THAT I KNOW THE MOVES, HOW DO I PUT THEM TOGETHER?********* This Section will deal with specific tactics on playing the Fox. Kunimitsu plays a similar game to her Manji counterpart as I have mentioned earlier. Kunimitsu plays a strong inclose game similar to Yoshimitsu (hers is a little weaker) but also plays a great distance game (range 2-3) where Yoshimitsu isn't as strong. Kunimitsu is also a character that needs to build up her damage consistantly, she won't kill an opponent as quickly as Julia, Jin or Kazuya . Play an offensive game but remain patient and watchful. Kunimitsu in my opinion plays best when played agressively inclose (range 0-1) and a hunt and peck style in range 2-3. This is beneficial as inclose her custom chains are strong and can often lead to df+2 juggle. Kunimitsu also has many distance moves that leave her in a range to start a poking game (the f+3+4, f,f+1+2, 1+2). These moves all seem to have resonable lags (I'll be able to comment on these more when PS-2 TTT gets here) with options to start poking chains afterwards. Some of my favorite poking chains will be discussed in the next section, along with ideas to start on your own variations. At range 2-3 you should be looking out for ways to advance on your opponent. Kunimitsu's ideal opponent would be coming foward in these ranges giving you options to tag them with moves such as (f,f+2,f+3+4, f,f+3,4, 1+2,or f,f+3+4,links). If they are patient or passive Kunimitsu can advance with the f+3+4, f,f,N+2, f,f+1+2, f,f+3+4 links. These are all relitively safe tactics to use to place yourself closer to your opponent and to start Kunimitsu's strong custom game or wakeup. If your opponent is playing heavily defensive then it is wise to make them come foward by using unblockable and throw pressure. Also mix in the lows to make sure your picking up some damage. Or give them the feeling of pressure by using the f,f+3,4 a bit. Always play the game that suits you best. These were just some of my ideas on fighting with Kunimitsu. ***************************CUSTOM STRING IDEAS*************************** Custom strings in Tekken refer to the stringing together of usually basic moves in a hopefully seemless manor. This is done to apply pressure and hopefully gives your opponent little room to break out of them. Since the moves involved in custom strings are usually fast, low damage moves a lot of these custom chains place "enders" in the strings to attempt for a larger (damage) pay-off. Just to make it a little more confusing some "enders" have such good recovery (df+2, 1+2) that custom chains can be continued after using these moves. Custom strings are mainly applied at range 0-1 where these basic moves will hit and string without wiffing. This section will look at the moves that are suitable in creating custom strings and will discuss some that I use. Moves Suitable In Custom Strings Along the way Enders 1 df+2 df+1 1+2 d+1 throws b+1 D,df+3 2,d+3 d(fc)+3+4 ws+4 u+1+2 ws+2 db+2 ws+1 b+2 df+2 f,f,N+2 df+4 Some Custom Strings. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- d+1,ws+4: A solid very short string that is difficult to interrupt and pushes your opponent out of range 0 (where this string should be intiated). This string consists of a low jab (one of the fastest moves in the game) followed by a while standing right kick. You can also more basic moves to this little ditty. I usually continue this string with moves such as the df+2, df+4, 1+2, u+1+2 or even the f+2 if your feeling rather shameless. d+1,ws+4 df+2: The same string just adding the df+2 for juggling potential. 1, d+1, ws+4 A jab to the basic string. b+1, d+1, ws+4, df+2 More additions to the basic d+1, ws+4. This string is great to use in range 2 as the b+1 brings you quickly into your opponents face. The next part overides, then pushes out,then... yada, yada... b+1, 1, df+2: This string consist of a b+1 which should move your into your opponents face. A jab to make them know that your there (and to over-ride most standing moves). It is then followed up with a df+2 in an attempt to juggle them. b+1, d+1, wc, df+3 Another variation on the b+1, d+1, this time following up with a low sweep instead of the rising right kick. Juggle if it conects. Always rememeber variation in terms of mid,lows and highs, this move helps to train your opponent into walking into more df+2s. MORE CUSTOM STRING IDEAS 1, df+4, df+2 b+1, 1, d+1, ws+4, df+2, 1, d+1... b+1, d+1, ws+2 b+1, d+1, ws+1, 1, b+2 b+1, 1+2 1, df+1, df+2 d+1,ws+1, df+2 1, d+1, ws+1, b+1, 1, db+1+2 1, d+1, ws+1, b+1, 1, f+1+4 1, d+1, ws+4, 1, b+1, d+1,fc+3+4 1, d+1, ws+4, df+4, u+1+2 1, d+1, db+3,3,3,f+4 f,f+1+2,d+1,ws+4,df+2 f,f+1+2,d+1,fc,df+3 These are only a small bunch of the possibilities available when it comes to custom strings. Many of these strings can be continued or started in different manners, the options are huge if you take the time to explore them. One of the main ideas is to make sure that most of your attacks are connecting (guard or hit). Unless yor trying to set something up by whiffing, thats a whole different kettle of fish. ***************************SIDESTEPING/MOVEMENT************************** Sidesteping and general movement are very important in Tekken. The minute that your opponent can always predict where you are, is the minute they stop whiffing and that leaves you with less opportunities to counter which is bad. Therefore it is imperitive to always be in motion, Kunimitsu doesn't have an amazing steps like Bob (such as Seok Dong Min's "crazy legs")or crouch dash waving techniques. Kunimitsu does have some interesting movement techniques such as the f,f+3, d+1+2 or u~ub. Back dashing and foward dashing are also effective ways to cover area quickly. Sidestepping was introduced in Tekken3 and though not as complex as the 8 way run techniques in Soulcaliber it still allows for evasive movement. Kunimitsu's sidestep techniques (1+2,3+4) have little range (and should only pulled out in range 0-2) but this does not mean that you should stick to sidesteping only at close range. When I play I try to always be in motion, this forces my opponent to think carefully before choosing his attacking option. **************************BACKTURNED FIGHTING**************************** Backturned position is the most dangerous (and a potentially positive) situation in Tekken. Kunimitsu fights quite well from backturned. She is not as strong as Lei or Ling but still has quite a few options in this position. You have a lots of options in this situation as I see it. It is best to always think about how much practice your opponent has had in this situation. Some of my opponents look to throw, or jab to set up for powerstrikes. Both these options can be ducked, then simply countered or backturned thrown. Just remember that your backturned options will be limited only by your opponents choices and your willingness to experiment. BK: D+1,ws+4---->options to continue poking. The ws+4 can be interchanged with any ws(2,1)options or any full crouched techniques such as the fairy wax (FC/d+3+4), or the sweep (listed next). BK: D+1,D,df+3-->another option after the d+1. BK: 1----------->option to continue poking. BK: 3----------->would probably avoid an opponents low attacks. Can be a little slow if your opponent is very aggresive. Keeps you in backturned on block. BK: 2----------->on connect follow with a df+2 juggle. BK: uf+4-------->juggle. BK: throw------->They seem to come out a little faster from backturned don't know why that is. BK: 4----------->high priority turning kick. ****************************OFFENCE VS DEFENCE*************************** Offence vs Defence is a constant complex question in Tekken. Most of the time I am caught by moves is when coming foward (or not reacting to a low) yet if you fail to move foward you are usually not attacking your opponent, which is not really what you want. Kunimitsu plays best imho when playing agressive Tekken. Though she does have defensive options(u~ub or d+1+2) and some offensive defensive moves(b+1+2, d+3+4, u+1+2 come to mind); I personally think it is very unlikely that you could spend a whole game on defense mixing up these and win. There are some points though when it is wise to counter a player. Many Mishama players (devil is one of the clan) around here will sidestep exclusively in an attempt to use moves like the tooth fairy and devil twister. This is when it is probably best to wait for these moves and counter with a df+2. It is quite easy to set this situation up by playing a heavy sidestepping game in range 2-3, waiting for your opponent to pull out these moves. Aggressive play is where Kunimitsu shines. She has some great range 2-3 advancing moves: f+3+4 good damage, and continued poking possible : f,f+2 juggling potential : f,f+3,4 damage, safe exit to range 3 and guard breaking on block : f,f+4 Priority : f,f+3+4 good links, solid damage potential : f,f,n+2 unblockable Kunimitsu also has an admirable inclose game, using the poking tactics mentioned above, lots of df+2s and the great counter poking 1+2. Once your opponent has been shell shocked from all the abuse pick up the damage with some of Kunimitsu's fast and wonderfull unblockables. ********************************TAGGING********************************** The Tag system is obviously the largest change from this Tekken to the previous. Getting to hang of it is *so* important and a good knowledge of the system will help to reduce the risk of being damaged during, before and after tags. The Tag throwing and juggling imho are the safest ways to tag. Tag Throwing usually does little damage (and Kunimitsu hasn't got any cool looking specific ones) but your opponent is left with no chance to retaliate. Make sure that you have mixed in other throws so that your opponent does not try to use the 2 escape. Kunimitsu can tag juggle from the df+2 and her f,f+2. The f,f+2 and her df+2 are class 2 tags and can set you up for juggles such as: f,f+2~5/ df+2~5 Yoshimitsu b+1,1, b+1,1 f,f+3,1 Heihachi df+1, f,N d,DF+4,4,N+1 Ling df+1, 2, 2,1 f,f+1+2,1+2 Kunimitsu's other option to tag is with the tag button. This is usually usually safe in range 2-3. as long as you know your options properly. Eg (all of these options character dependent) 5~f,f,N+1+2 usually a head dive 5~ub,b stop run (blocking possible) 5~f,f,N+4 sliding kick Kunimitsu when tagged in has options to do these moves 5~f,f,N+1+2 head dive 5~f,f,N+3 standing left kick 5~u,ub backflip 5~f,f,N+4 fubuki 5~ub,b stop run/ block I have been informed by superior Tekken minds that Kunimitsu does have a stop run, You can ignore my comments about the dangers of tagging in into the 'heat of it'. *******************************OKI-ZEME********************************** Ground tactics have always been important to Tekken. Once you manage to place your opponent on the ground it is always useful to attempt to gain an extra advantage in terms of damage. Kunimitsu has a resonable ground game, nothing flash in comparison to Nina, Ogre or Ling. This section will first deal with the moves that are important in oki-zeme strategy. Do remember that some of these tactics are dependent on your enemy. If they like to stay on the ground for awhile use the poison wind, fairy wax or the kunai stab. If they rise with get-up kicks either backdash out of range and counter, or use the fairy wax. If they often tech-role and stand then throw them. Other opponents like to roll, either knock them back down with a fubuki or try and get in a small (d+3 or d,db+3). Always apply your oki-zeme how your opponent allows you to apply it. MOVES SUITABLE FOR OKI-ZEME d+3 d+3+4 u+1+2 d/b+2 u/f+3+4 f,f+4 (suitable on opponents rolling backward or forward) D,df+3 D,db+3 throws (on tech rolling ->standing opponents) *******************************JUGGLES*********************************** More juggles to come when PS2 TTT arrives. NOTE: Some of these may be tech rolled... will confirm in PS2 TTT. Launchers: f,f+2 -1, b+1,1, f+3+4 -1, b+1,1, 3 -1, b+1,1, 1+2 -b+1,1, b+1,1,1,1, 3 -b+1,1, b+1,1,1,1, 1+2 -b+1,1, b+1,1,1,1, f+3+4 -b+1,1, b+1,1, f+3+4 (my favourite) -b+1,1, b+1,1, 1+2 -b+1,1, b+1,1, b+1, 3 -b+1,1, b+1, f,f+4 df+2 -1, b+1,1, 3 -1, b+1,1, f+3+4 -b+1, 1, b+1,1, f+3+4 or 1+2 (elphfves) -b+1, 1, b+1,1, b+1 f,f+4 (elphfves) -b+1,1, 1+2 -b+1,1, b+1,1 3 -b+1,1, b+1,1,1,1, 3 -b+1,1, b+1,1,1,1, 1+2 -df+2, b+1,1,1, 3 -b+1, 1, b+1+2 (Castel) -b+1, 1,b+1, 1, db+2 (Castel) BK+3ch?-uf+3+4? BK+uf+4-b+1,1, b+1,1, f+3+4 -b+1,1, b+1,1, 3 -b+1,1, b+1,1, 1+2 D,df+3 -ws4, f,F+4 ****************************STRATEGY INFLUENCE*************************** I have been highly influenced by: ------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Wellington Crowd: -Cypress, Callum, Alex, Derrick, Sports Pimp, Craig, Jack, Bean Pole boy and the rest. You always benefit from your opposition. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tekken3: Ultimate Guide- Jason Arney, Jason Cole, Gerald Guess, Graham Wolfe. We used to call this the bible in our flat. One of the most handy learning instruments that I have read, re-read and read again just for the hell of it. Solid Juggle and Strategy guide.... just a little thin on Hwoarang :P ------------------------------------------------------------------------- The FAQ writers: You've written on Tekken3 or Tag? I'm sure I've got it somewhere on the pc and have read it atleast once (yes I need help), keep up the good work. Hopefully someone will write a TTT faq that rivals Ben Cureton's (tragic) Yoshimitsu Manual (an inspiration in my Yoshi play and definitly a factor in me picking up Kunimitsu). ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Irc #tekken and #soulcalibur..oops Some interesting people... some interesting conversations. Wink, wink, say no more. Sorry for interupting #soulcalibur with my Tekken conversations. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Internet:- www.tekken.net TEKKEN ZAIBATSU The best internet resource on TTT so far. Recently overhauled to look even more spiffy. Move guides, system info, faqs, mpegs. The list goes on. Special thanks to Castel for allowing me to include Kunimitsu's frame rate info. Castel is one crazy ewgf-ing dude. - www.Tekkentagtournament.com Very handy for damage listings. I'm sure things will improve when the system guides arrives. Check out the Official Tekken Tag Tournament USA national/world results. Wouldn't bother with trying to follow the forum though. - www.gamefaqs.com Want faqs? they got em all... - www.fighters.net They do a great job of keeping us fighting game freaks informed of all the haps. - www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Bridge/2700/ Inside Tekken. A blessing to see a site based in my home country New Zealand (Aotearoa). I mainly use this site because of the forum, which I find to be helpful and humourous. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Feedback- Renick (renickironfist@hotmail.com) comments on the b+2 unblockable and my small throwing section. - elphfves (elphfves@earthlink.net) comments on the b+1+2 (maybe its not that crap?), some juggle variations, b+1 'tick' into throws, also mentions the use of a blocked f,f+3,4. - Romel De Guzman thought I should give a few more stars to the Fairy Wax, he was quite right. Also thought I had gave to many stars to the fubuki. - Mark Montelban general move ideas. ******************************COMMENTS*********************************** If you've got to this point then thanks for spending the time. I'd love some more juggles and any other ideas you may have. comments to birch@anet.co.nz