Tips
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Use b+1+2 (Blizzard Hammer) to gain a massive +6 block advantage and force Paul into a mix-up, as it also floor breaks on hit.
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Pressure Paul with f,f,F+2 (Russian Assault), which is +4 on block and deals 4 chip damage, keeping the momentum in your favor.
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If Paul uses his Sway (b+3+4) frequently, use b+3 (Serrated Edge) to track him as it is a homing move that is safe at -9 on block.
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Punish Paul's Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) with your f+1+2 (Scabbard) or 4,3 (Karnov Kick) if he spaces it poorly, though it is often -17.
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Utilize SNK 4 (Ignition Switch) in Heat to gain +7 on block and force a Heat Dash mix-up against Paul's slower power moves.
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Watch for Paul's uf+3,4 (Shredder); it is -13 on block, which you can punish consistently with your i12 df+4 or ws4.
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FAQ
Who wins Dragunov vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Dragunov vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Dragunov?
Use b+1+2 (Blizzard Hammer) to gain a massive +6 block advantage and force Paul into a mix-up, as it also floor breaks on hit. Pressure Paul with f,f,F+2 (Russian Assault), which is +4 on block and deals 4 chip damage, keeping the momentum in your favor. If Paul uses his Sway (b+3+4) frequently, use b+3 (Serrated Edge) to track him as it is a homing move that is safe at -9 on block.
Are there pro VODs for Dragunov vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Dragunov 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 Dragunov'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 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | f+2,4 (launch) | i19 | 40 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
Dragunov moves Paul can punish
| Dragunov move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| db+3+4 | -31 | ws3,2 |
| b+2,1,3 | -26 | ws3,2 |
| db+3 | -26 | ws3,2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
| ub+3 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| d+4,1,3 | -16 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| ub+4 | -16 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws3,2 |
start.gg majors
Across 1 start.gg major sets, Dragunov is 0–1 against Paul.
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Matchup charts: Dragunov · Paul
Players on this side
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