Tips
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Paul's Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) is -17 on block; you can punish it consistently with a dash-in f,n,d,df+2 or a long-range f,F+2.
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If Paul uses df+2 to evade highs, remember it is -8 on block, allowing you to maintain pressure with your i10 jab (+1 on block).
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Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is -17 on block; use ws2 for a full launch punishment if you block the final hit.
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Your df+2 is an i14 homing mid that is -12 on block; use it to catch Paul's sway (b+3+4) or sidestep attempts.
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Watch for Paul's f+1+2, which is +3c on block; do not press buttons immediately after, as he can fish for counter-hits.
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Paul's Shredder kicks (uf+3,4) are -13 on block; punish them reliably with your 1+2 (Acute Pain) which starts at i12.
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If Paul uses his power crush b+1+2 (-9 on block), it is safe, but you can take back your turn with a jab or f+4 (+4c on block).
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FAQ
Who wins Kazuya vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Kazuya vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Kazuya?
Paul's Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) is -17 on block; you can punish it consistently with a dash-in f,n,d,df+2 or a long-range f,F+2. If Paul uses df+2 to evade highs, remember it is -8 on block, allowing you to maintain pressure with your i10 jab (+1 on block). Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is -17 on block; use ws2 for a full launch punishment if you block the final hit.
Are there pro VODs for Kazuya vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Kazuya 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 Kazuya'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 | ws2 (launch) | i16 | 25 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws2 (launch) | i16 | 25 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 (launch) | i16 | 42 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws2 (launch) | i16 | 25 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 (launch) | i16 | 42 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 (launch) | i16 | 42 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 (launch) | i16 | 42 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws2 (launch) | i16 | 25 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 (launch) | i16 | 42 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 (launch) | i16 | 42 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 (launch) | i16 | 42 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws2 (launch) | i16 | 25 |
Kazuya moves Paul can punish
| Kazuya move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| uf+4,4,4 | -23 | ws3,2 |
| uf+4,4 | -23 | ws3,2 |
| f,n,d,DF+4 | -23 | ws3,2 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1,DVK.1 | -19 | b+2,1* |
| df+3+4,1,2 | -19 | b+2,1* |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1,DVK.1,B | -19 | b+2,1* |
| db+1,2 | -19 | b+2,1* |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
start.gg majors
Across 2 start.gg major sets, Kazuya is 0–2 against Paul.
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