Tips
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Punish Bob's b+3 or d+2,1,2,2 on block with uf+4, as both moves are -15 and King's knee lift starts up in i15.
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If Bob uses 1,1,2, you can punish with a 1,2 jab string or a fast throw, as it is -12 on block.
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Watch for Bob's d+3 low; it is -18 on block, allowing you to launch him with a delayed rising toe kick (uf,n,4).
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King's f+1+2 is +0 to +1 on block, allowing you to maintain pressure and set up for Giant Swing (f,hcf+1) which has an i10 startup.
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If Bob transitions into BAL stance, use b+3 to intercept him; it is an i16 homing move that is a Tornado starter on counter-hit.
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FAQ
Who wins King vs Bob in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable King vs Bob winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Bob as King?
Punish Bob's b+3 or d+2,1,2,2 on block with uf+4, as both moves are -15 and King's knee lift starts up in i15. If Bob uses 1,1,2, you can punish with a 1,2 jab string or a fast throw, as it is -12 on block. Watch for Bob's d+3 low; it is -18 on block, allowing you to launch him with a delayed rising toe kick (uf,n,4).
Are there pro VODs for King vs Bob?
No tournament VODs are listed for King vs Bob yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Bob moves that are −10 or worse on block, with King'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.
| Bob move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| db+3+4 | -31 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| db+3+4,4 | -28 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| f,n,d,DF+4 | -28 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| uf+3+4 | -25 | 1+2,3 (launch) | i18 | 42 |
| f,n,d,df+2 | -23 | 1+2,3 (launch) | i18 | 42 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 1+2,3 (launch) | i18 | 42 |
| d+3 | -18 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1+2 | -17 | b+2,1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| u+1+2,1+2 | -17 | b+2,1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| b+1+2,1,2 | -16 | b+2,1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+1+2,2,1 | -16 | b+2,1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+2,1,2,2 | -15 | b+2,1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
King moves Bob can punish
| King move | On block | Bob punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| d+3+4,4,4,4 | -26 | ws1,3 |
| d+3+4,4,4 | -25 | ws1,3 |
| d+3+4,4 | -25 | ws1,3 |
| d+3+4 | -25 | ws1,3 |
| d+1+2 | -24 | b+4,3 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+4,3 |
| uf+2 | -17 | b+4,3 |
| db+4 | -17 | ws1,3 |
VODs (King's side)
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