Tips
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Paul's CS.2 (Phoenix Smasher) is -17 on block; use this opportunity for a full launch punish with df+2 (i16) or ws2 (i17).
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Be careful with Alisa's uf+4,4; while it is a powerful spike, it is -13 on block and can be punished by Paul's i12 shoulder (d+1+2).
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Use Alisa's f,f,F+2 to approach, as it is +5 to +7 on block and allows you to enter Destructive Form (DES) with frame advantage.
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Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is -17 on block; ensure you punish the final hit consistently to discourage him from using the string.
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If Paul uses SWA.4 (Kawaragoma), remember it is +1 on block and homing, so do not try to sidestep or press buttons immediately after blocking it.
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Alisa's b+1+2 (Transmission) is a power crush starting at frame 7, useful for blowing through Paul's pressure, but it is -13 and punishable on block.
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Paul's df+2 has high evasion and is only -8 on block, making it difficult to punish; stick to fast mid checks like df+1 (i14) to keep him honest.
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FAQ
Who wins Alisa vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Alisa vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Alisa?
Paul's CS.2 (Phoenix Smasher) is -17 on block; use this opportunity for a full launch punish with df+2 (i16) or ws2 (i17). Be careful with Alisa's uf+4,4; while it is a powerful spike, it is -13 on block and can be punished by Paul's i12 shoulder (d+1+2). Use Alisa's f,f,F+2 to approach, as it is +5 to +7 on block and allows you to enter Destructive Form (DES) with frame advantage.
Are there pro VODs for Alisa vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Alisa vs Paul yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Paul moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Alisa's best standing punisher (first hit or two-hit string, no Heat or Rage). Lows are punished from crouch with a while-standing (ws) move.
| Paul move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+1,4 | -31 | ws2 (launch) | i17 | 24 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws2 (launch) | i17 | 24 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | b+3+4,3+4 (launch) | i18 | 59 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws2 (launch) | i17 | 24 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+3+4,3+4 (launch) | i18 | 59 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | b+3+4,3+4 (launch) | i18 | 59 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | b+3+4,3+4 (launch) | i18 | 59 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws2 (launch) | i17 | 24 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | b+1,1+2 (launch) | i15 | 46 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | b+1,1+2 (launch) | i15 | 46 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | b+1,1+2 (launch) | i15 | 46 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws2 (launch) | i17 | 24 |
Alisa moves Paul can punish
| Alisa move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| ub+4,1,1,2,1,1,3+4,3 | -65 | b+2,1* |
| uf+3 | -52 | b+2,1* |
| b+4,4 | -37 | b+2,1* |
| d+3+4 | -37 | ws3,2 |
| ub+4,1,1,2,1,1,3+4,3,2 | -30 | b+2,1* |
| ub+4,1,1,2,1,1,3+4 | -29 | ws3,2 |
| ub+4,1,1,2,1,1,3+4,3,2,2 | -23 | b+2,1* |
| ub+4,1 | -21 | b+2,1* |
start.gg majors
Across 1 start.gg major sets, Alisa is 1–0 against Paul.
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Players on this side
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