Tips
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Zafina's df+2 is a launcher that starts at i16~17 and is punishable at -12 on block; ensure you use your i12 punishers like 4,1 or df+4.
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When Zafina enters Scarecrow (SCR) stance, be wary of SCR.4, a power crush mid launcher that is highly unsafe at -18 on block.
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Zafina's d+3 is a common low poke that transitions to Mantis (MNT) stance; it is -15 on block, making it launch punishable by your ws2.
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Check Zafina's low-profile stances with d+1, which is i18 and provides +1c on block, keeping her grounded and preventing easy escapes.
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If Zafina uses the f,f+3,1 string, the second hit is a mid that is -16 on block, allowing for a full launch punish with ws2.
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Zafina's b+3 power crush is -14 on block; punish this consistently with your ws1+2 Heat Engager or 1,2,1.
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Against her Mantis (MNT) stance, MNT.df+3 is a very unsafe mid at -17; block and punish with a full launcher.
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Use f,f,F+2 to maintain a +4 block advantage, forcing Zafina to respect your pressure even if she tries to use evasive stance transitions.
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Zafina's f,f+2 homing high is +1 on block; do not immediately press buttons after blocking it as she retains a slight advantage.
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FAQ
Who wins Dragunov vs Zafina in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Dragunov vs Zafina winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Zafina as Dragunov?
Zafina's df+2 is a launcher that starts at i16~17 and is punishable at -12 on block; ensure you use your i12 punishers like 4,1 or df+4. When Zafina enters Scarecrow (SCR) stance, be wary of SCR.4, a power crush mid launcher that is highly unsafe at -18 on block. Zafina's d+3 is a common low poke that transitions to Mantis (MNT) stance; it is -15 on block, making it launch punishable by your ws2.
Are there pro VODs for Dragunov vs Zafina?
No tournament VODs are listed for Dragunov 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 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.
| Zafina move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+2,4 | -22 | f+2,4 (launch) | i19 | 40 |
| d+4 | -19 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| f+2,3,4 | -18 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| f+2 | -18 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| 2,1,3 | -17 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
| ub+3 | -17 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| f,f+3,1 | -16 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| db+1+2,1+2 | -16 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+2 | -16 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+1 | -16 | f+4,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| db+1+2 | -16 | ws1,3 (launch) | i12 | 28 |
Dragunov moves Zafina can punish
| Dragunov move | On block | Zafina punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| db+3+4 | -31 | ws2 |
| b+2,1,3 | -26 | ws2 |
| db+3 | -26 | ws2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+2,1+2 |
| ub+3 | -17 | db+2,1+2 |
| d+4,1,3 | -16 | db+2,1+2 |
| ub+4 | -16 | db+2,1+2 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws1,2 |
start.gg majors
Across 2 start.gg major sets, Dragunov is 0–2 against Zafina.
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Matchup charts: Dragunov · Zafina
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