Tips
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Use df+1 (i13) to check Hwoarang's flamingo transitions; it is only -3 on block and provides a +8 advantage on hit to stop his momentum.
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If Hwoarang uses his b+3 launcher, punish it heavily as it is -19 on block.
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Azucena's Libertador (f+3+4) stance can automatically evade Hwoarang's high and low kicks, which are core to his pressure game.
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Watch for Hwoarang's d+3,4; while the second hit is +8g on block, you can interrupt the transition if you anticipate the low start (i17).
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Use b+2 (i18) as a homing tool to catch Hwoarang if he tries to sidestep during his flamingo transitions, as it is +2 on block.
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Azucena's uf+1 has a punch sabaki that can parry Hwoarang's RFS 1 or LFS 2, potentially leading to a Close Encounter throw.
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When Hwoarang enters RFF, be wary of RFF 3~4 (Backlash); it is a power crush that is +4 to +7 on block and homing.
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FAQ
Who wins Azucena vs Hwoarang in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Azucena vs Hwoarang winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Hwoarang as Azucena?
Use df+1 (i13) to check Hwoarang's flamingo transitions; it is only -3 on block and provides a +8 advantage on hit to stop his momentum. If Hwoarang uses his b+3 launcher, punish it heavily as it is -19 on block. Azucena's Libertador (f+3+4) stance can automatically evade Hwoarang's high and low kicks, which are core to his pressure game.
Are there pro VODs for Azucena vs Hwoarang?
No tournament VODs are listed for Azucena vs Hwoarang yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Hwoarang moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Azucena'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.
| Hwoarang move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| b+3 | -19 | f+4,4~3 (launch) | i17 | 40 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+4,4~3 (launch) | i17 | 40 |
| d+4 | -17 | ws1 (launch) | i13 | 17 |
| f+3~3 | -16 | df+4,1 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| b+1 | -15 | 4,3 (launch) | i12 | 35 |
| 4,4,3 | -14 | 4,3 (launch) | i12 | 35 |
| uf+3,4,3 | -14 | 4,3 (launch) | i12 | 35 |
| 3,3,3 | -14 | 4,3 (launch) | i12 | 35 |
| 1,1,3,3 | -14 | 4,3 (launch) | i12 | 35 |
| df+3,4 | -14 | 4,3 (launch) | i12 | 35 |
| df+3+4 | -14 | 4,3 (launch) | i12 | 35 |
| d+3+4 | -14 | ws1 (launch) | i13 | 17 |
Azucena moves Hwoarang can punish
| Azucena move | On block | Hwoarang punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| db+1+2 | -21 | db+4,4 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+4,4 |
| db+3+4 | -16 | db+4,4 |
| uf+3 | -16 | db+4,4 |
| f+2,1,4 | -14 | 4,3 |
| d+3,3,4 | -14 | 4,3 |
| uf+3,4 | -14 | 4,3 |
| 1,2 | -14 | 4,3 |
start.gg majors
Across 2 start.gg major sets, Azucena is 0–2 against Hwoarang.
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Matchup charts: Azucena · Hwoarang
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