Tips
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Punish Paul's Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) with Iron Hand (qcf+2) or Raoh Thrust (f,F+1+2), as the Smasher is -17 on block.
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Heihachi's 1,1,2 Flash Punch Combo is a reliable i10 punish for Paul's moves that are -10 or worse, such as his ws1 or df+3,4.
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If Paul uses Hammer of the Gods (f+1+2), be careful as he is +3 on block; do not challenge with slow moves or you will be counter-hit.
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Interrupt Paul's slow unblockable Burning Fist (1+2) with a fast jab (1) or mid, as it has a massive i71 startup.
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Paul's Shredder (uf+3,4) is -13 on block; punish it consistently with 1,2,2 or f,F+1+2 to discourage him from jumping.
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When Paul enters Sway (b+3+4), watch for Kawaragoma (SWA.4) which is +1 on block and homing; try to interrupt the transition if possible.
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FAQ
Who wins Heihachi vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Heihachi vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Heihachi?
Punish Paul's Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) with Iron Hand (qcf+2) or Raoh Thrust (f,F+1+2), as the Smasher is -17 on block. Heihachi's 1,1,2 Flash Punch Combo is a reliable i10 punish for Paul's moves that are -10 or worse, such as his ws1 or df+3,4. If Paul uses Hammer of the Gods (f+1+2), be careful as he is +3 on block; do not challenge with slow moves or you will be counter-hit.
Are there pro VODs for Heihachi vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Heihachi 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 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.
| Paul move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+1,4 | -31 | ws3,1+2 (launch) | i18 | 30 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws3,1+2 (launch) | i18 | 30 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | d+3,H.2 (launch) | i22 | 50 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws3,1+2 (launch) | i18 | 30 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws3,1+2 (launch) | i18 | 30 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | f+2~1,1+2 (launch) | i13 | 44 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws4,4 | i11 | 29 |
Heihachi moves Paul can punish
| Heihachi move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| f,n,d,DF+3 | -23 | ws3,2 |
| f,n,d,DF+4 | -23 | ws3,2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
| db+2 | -18 | ws3,2 |
| 1,1,WAR.2 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| df+2,1 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| df+2,WAR.1 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| 1,1,2 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
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