Tips
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Hwoarang's b+3 is a very dangerous i16 launcher but is -19 on block, allowing you a guaranteed launch with your own df+2.
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Use f+1+2 (Inner Peace) to interrupt Hwoarang's pressure; it is i12 and +2 on block, dealing recoverable damage even if guarded.
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Hwoarang's Backlash (RFF 3~4) is a power crush that is +4 to +7 on block; do not press buttons after blocking it, as he remains at a heavy advantage.
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Use your b+1+3 parry to catch Hwoarang's predictable mid or high kicks during his Flamingo transitions.
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Hwoarang's f,F+3 axe kick is +6 on block; avoid mashing after this move and wait for his next transition.
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Your d+1+2 is a i26 mid that deals 11 chip damage on block, which is useful for closing out rounds against a defensive Hwoarang.
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Hwoarang's df+3,4 is -14 on block; use your 1+2 Heat Engager to punish it and shift the momentum in your favor.
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FAQ
Who wins Jun vs Hwoarang in Tekken 8?
Across 4 recent start.gg major sets, Jun is 0–4 against Hwoarang. Sample size is still small, so treat the record as directional.
How do you beat Hwoarang as Jun?
Hwoarang's b+3 is a very dangerous i16 launcher but is -19 on block, allowing you a guaranteed launch with your own df+2. Use f+1+2 (Inner Peace) to interrupt Hwoarang's pressure; it is i12 and +2 on block, dealing recoverable damage even if guarded. Hwoarang's Backlash (RFF 3~4) is a power crush that is +4 to +7 on block; do not press buttons after blocking it, as he remains at a heavy advantage.
Are there pro VODs for Jun vs Hwoarang?
No tournament VODs are listed for Jun vs Hwoarang yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Hwoarang moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Jun'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.
| Hwoarang move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| b+3 | -19 | f,F+3,3+4 (launch) | i18 | 50 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f,F+3,3+4 (launch) | i18 | 50 |
| d+4 | -17 | ws2,1 (launch) | i13 | 32 |
| f+3~3 | -16 | b+3,2 (launch) | i16 | 42 |
| b+1 | -15 | uf+1 (launch) | i10 | 36 |
| 4,4,3 | -14 | uf+1 (launch) | i10 | 36 |
| uf+3,4,3 | -14 | uf+1 (launch) | i10 | 36 |
| 3,3,3 | -14 | uf+1 (launch) | i10 | 36 |
| 1,1,3,3 | -14 | uf+1 (launch) | i10 | 36 |
| df+3,4 | -14 | uf+1 (launch) | i10 | 36 |
| df+3+4 | -14 | uf+1 (launch) | i10 | 36 |
| d+3+4 | -14 | ws2,1 (launch) | i13 | 32 |
Jun moves Hwoarang can punish
| Jun move | On block | Hwoarang punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| 1+4,2,d+4 | -23 | ws2,3 |
| uf+4 | -20 | db+4,4 |
| b+3 | -19 | db+4,4 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+4,4 |
| f+2 | -18 | db+4,4 |
| 1+4,2,4 | -15 | 4,3 |
| db+1,1,1+2 | -15 | 4,3 |
| H.GEN.1,1+2 | -14 | 4,3 |
start.gg majors
Across 4 start.gg major sets, Jun is 0–4 against Hwoarang.
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Matchup charts: Jun · Hwoarang
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