Tips
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Zafina's df+2 is a i16 launcher that is -12 on block; punish it consistently with your i12 4 or i10 1,2 to discourage her from using it to evade your highs.
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When Zafina enters Mantis (MNT) stance, be wary of MNT.df+3, which is a i15 mid that is -17 on block; use a heavy punisher like ws2 or df+2 if you block it.
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Zafina's d+3 is a common evasive low that is -15 on block; use your ws2 for a full launch or ws1 for a safe i13 mid check.
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Azucena's Libertador stance (f+3+4) automatically parries Zafina's low pokes like db+3 or d+4, making it a powerful tool to shut down Zafina's ground game.
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Zafina's f,f+2 is a i15 homing high that is +1 on block; do not press buttons immediately after blocking it as she remains at an advantage.
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Zafina's db+1+2 is a slow i28 low that is -16 on block; react to the animation and punish it with ws2 for a full launch.
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Azucena's b+3 is a i19 mid Heat Engager that is +2c on block, which is excellent for catching Zafina trying to transition into her low stances.
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FAQ
Who wins Azucena vs Zafina in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Azucena vs Zafina winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Zafina as Azucena?
Zafina's df+2 is a i16 launcher that is -12 on block; punish it consistently with your i12 4 or i10 1,2 to discourage her from using it to evade your highs. When Zafina enters Mantis (MNT) stance, be wary of MNT.df+3, which is a i15 mid that is -17 on block; use a heavy punisher like ws2 or df+2 if you block it. Zafina's d+3 is a common evasive low that is -15 on block; use your ws2 for a full launch or ws1 for a safe i13 mid check.
Are there pro VODs for Azucena vs Zafina?
No tournament VODs are listed for Azucena vs Zafina yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Zafina 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.
| Zafina move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+2,4 | -22 | f+4,4~3 (launch) | i17 | 40 |
| d+4 | -19 | ws1 (launch) | i13 | 17 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+4,4~3 (launch) | i17 | 40 |
| f+2,3,4 | -18 | f+4,4~3 (launch) | i17 | 40 |
| f+2 | -18 | f+4,4~3 (launch) | i17 | 40 |
| 2,1,3 | -17 | ws1 (launch) | i13 | 17 |
| ub+3 | -17 | f+4,4~3 (launch) | i17 | 40 |
| f,f+3,1 | -16 | df+4,1 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| db+1+2,1+2 | -16 | df+4,1 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| d+2 | -16 | df+4,1 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| d+1 | -16 | df+4,1 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| db+1+2 | -16 | ws1 (launch) | i13 | 17 |
Azucena moves Zafina can punish
| Azucena move | On block | Zafina punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| db+1+2 | -21 | db+2,1+2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+2,1+2 |
| db+3+4 | -16 | db+2,1+2 |
| uf+3 | -16 | db+2,1+2 |
| f+2,1,4 | -14 | db+2,1+2 |
| d+3,3,4 | -14 | db+2,1+2 |
| uf+3,4 | -14 | db+2,1+2 |
| 1,2 | -14 | db+2,1+2 |
start.gg majors
Across 2 start.gg major sets, Azucena is 1–1 against Zafina.
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Matchup charts: Azucena · Zafina
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