Tips
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Punish Dragunov's Russian Assault (f,f,F+2) carefully; it is +4 on block, so you must respect his follow-up pressure or use a parry like ub+2.
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Dragunov's Scimitar (df+2) and Ballistic Upper (ws2) are both -12 on block; use your 1+2 (Demon Breath) for a guaranteed i12 punish.
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If Dragunov uses Razer (d+2), it is -13 on block; use your ws4,4 (Tsunami Kick) to punish him for -15 and gain a knockdown.
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Watch for Dragunov's Salvo (1,2,1) Heat Engager; it is -14 on block, allowing you to punish with f+1+2 or 1+2.
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Dragunov's Blizzard Hammer (b+1+2) is +6 on block; do not attempt to interrupt his follow-up as he will have a massive frame advantage.
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Use your ub+2 (Skull Rupture) to parry Dragunov's frequent mid or high punches, which can force a backroll on normal hit.
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Dragunov's Clipping Sweep (db+3) is extremely slow at i27 and is -26 on block; always look to launch this for a full combo.
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When Dragunov enters Sneak (SNK) stance, be ready for SNK.4, which is +7 on block and a Heat Engager; try to sidestep or interrupt before he acts.
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FAQ
Who wins Heihachi vs Dragunov in Tekken 8?
Across 4 recent start.gg major sets, Heihachi is 3–1 against Dragunov. Sample size is still small, so treat the record as directional.
How do you beat Dragunov as Heihachi?
Punish Dragunov's Russian Assault (f,f,F+2) carefully; it is +4 on block, so you must respect his follow-up pressure or use a parry like ub+2. Dragunov's Scimitar (df+2) and Ballistic Upper (ws2) are both -12 on block; use your 1+2 (Demon Breath) for a guaranteed i12 punish. If Dragunov uses Razer (d+2), it is -13 on block; use your ws4,4 (Tsunami Kick) to punish him for -15 and gain a knockdown.
Are there pro VODs for Heihachi vs Dragunov?
No tournament VODs are listed for Heihachi vs Dragunov yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Dragunov moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Heihachi'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.
| Dragunov move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| db+3+4 | -31 | ws3,1+2 (launch) | i18 | 30 |
| b+2,1,3 | -26 | ws3,1+2 (launch) | i18 | 30 |
| db+3 | -26 | ws3,1+2 (launch) | i18 | 30 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| ub+3 | -17 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| d+4,1,3 | -16 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| ub+4 | -16 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws4,4 | i11 | 29 |
| db+2,1,2 | -14 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| d+4,4 | -14 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| 1,2,1 | -14 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| 1+2 | -14 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
Heihachi moves Dragunov can punish
| Heihachi move | On block | Dragunov punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| f,n,d,DF+3 | -23 | ws1,3 |
| f,n,d,DF+4 | -23 | ws1,3 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+4,3 |
| db+2 | -18 | ws1,3 |
| 1,1,WAR.2 | -17 | f+4,3 |
| df+2,1 | -17 | f+4,3 |
| df+2,WAR.1 | -17 | f+4,3 |
| 1,1,2 | -17 | f+4,3 |
start.gg majors
Across 4 start.gg major sets, Heihachi is 3–1 against Dragunov.
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Matchup charts: Heihachi · Dragunov
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