Tips
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Shaheen's df+1 tracks SSR/SWR completely, so avoid mindless stepping; instead, use Armor King's df+1 (i13) which is only -3 on block to maintain pressure.
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Shaheen's d+3 low is -14 on block; use Armor King's ws1 (i15) for a full launch or ws4 (i11) for a quick punish.
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Armor King's b+1+2 is 0 on block and i16; use it to catch Shaheen trying to jab out of pressure, as it leads to a +15 counter-hit advantage.
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If Shaheen uses b+4 to catch you crouching, it is -15 on block; punish it heavily with f+1+4 (i13) or f+2,1 (i15).
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Use Armor King's db+3 homing low (i22) to stop Shaheen's lateral movement, but be careful as it is -26 on block.
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Punish Shaheen's uf+4 or f,F+3 on block with Armor King's ws4 (i11) or f+1+4 (i13) as both are -13 and -12 respectively.
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Shaheen's SNK.4 slide is -14 on block; be prepared to block low and punish with ws4 (i11) or ws3 (i13).
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Shaheen's 4,4 is -13 on block; punish this mid-extension with Armor King's b+1,2 or f+1+4.
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FAQ
Who wins Armor King vs Shaheen in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Armor King vs Shaheen winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Shaheen as Armor King?
Shaheen's df+1 tracks SSR/SWR completely, so avoid mindless stepping; instead, use Armor King's df+1 (i13) which is only -3 on block to maintain pressure. Shaheen's d+3 low is -14 on block; use Armor King's ws1 (i15) for a full launch or ws4 (i11) for a quick punish. Armor King's b+1+2 is 0 on block and i16; use it to catch Shaheen trying to jab out of pressure, as it leads to a +15 counter-hit advantage.
Are there pro VODs for Armor King vs Shaheen?
No tournament VODs are listed for Armor King vs Shaheen yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Shaheen moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Armor King'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.
| Shaheen move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+2,1 (launch) | i15 | 37 |
| db+3 | -17 | ws3,1 (launch) | i13 | 36 |
| b+4 | -15 | f+2,1 (launch) | i15 | 37 |
| d+3+4 | -15 | ws3,1 (launch) | i13 | 36 |
| H.2+3 | -14 | db+2,H.1 (launch) | i14 | 37 |
| d+3 | -14 | ws3,1 (launch) | i13 | 36 |
| df+4,1,3 | -13 | f+1+4 (launch) | i13 | 28 |
| 4,4 | -13 | f+1+4 (launch) | i13 | 28 |
| 1,2,4 | -13 | f+1+4 (launch) | i13 | 28 |
| db+3,4 | -13 | f+1+4 (launch) | i13 | 28 |
| f+2,4 | -13 | ws3,1 (launch) | i13 | 36 |
| db+4 | -13 | f+1+4 (launch) | i13 | 28 |
Armor King moves Shaheen can punish
| Armor King move | On block | Shaheen punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| db+3 | -26 | ws3,3 |
| f+1+4 | -19 | 4,3 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 4,3 |
| 3+4,2 | -18 | 4,3 |
| db+4 | -17 | ws3,3 |
| d+3+4 | -16 | ws3,3 |
| d+3+4,3 | -15 | 4,3 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws3,3 |
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