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When Paul uses his Demolition Man string (d+4,2:1+2), the second hit is -18 and the final hit is -17, making the whole sequence highly punishable.
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King's df+1 is a safe i14 mid (-1 on block) that can interrupt Paul's slower power moves and check his Sway (qcb) transitions.
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If Paul relies on his power crush Hassou Strike (b+1+2), remember it is -9 on block, allowing you to maintain pressure with i10 jabs.
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Paul's Shredder kicks (uf+3,4) are -13 on block; punish consistently with King's b+1,2 or f+2,1 Heat Engager.
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King's Giant Swing (f,hcf+1) is an i10 throw that can beat Paul's slower mid-range options if timed correctly.
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Watch out for Paul's df+2 launcher; while it is -8 on block and safe, it has high evasion and can crush your high pokes.
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Paul's Shoulder Smash (d+1+2) is extremely fast at i12 but is -18 on block, giving King a massive launch opportunity.
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FAQ
Who wins King vs Paul in Tekken 8?
Across 4 recent start.gg major sets, King is 2–2 against Paul. Sample size is still small, so treat the record as directional.
How do you beat Paul as King?
When Paul uses his Demolition Man string (d+4,2:1+2), the second hit is -18 and the final hit is -17, making the whole sequence highly punishable. King's df+1 is a safe i14 mid (-1 on block) that can interrupt Paul's slower power moves and check his Sway (qcb) transitions. If Paul relies on his power crush Hassou Strike (b+1+2), remember it is -9 on block, allowing you to maintain pressure with i10 jabs.
Are there pro VODs for King vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for King 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 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.
| Paul move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+1,4 | -31 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | 1+2,3 (launch) | i18 | 42 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 1+2,3 (launch) | i18 | 42 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | 1+2,3 (launch) | i18 | 42 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | 1+2,3 (launch) | i18 | 42 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | b+2,1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | b+2,1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | b+2,1+2 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws3 (launch) | i16 | 20 |
King moves Paul can punish
| King move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| d+3+4,4,4,4 | -26 | ws3,2 |
| d+3+4,4,4 | -25 | ws3,2 |
| d+3+4,4 | -25 | ws3,2 |
| d+3+4 | -25 | ws3,2 |
| d+1+2 | -24 | b+2,1* |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
| uf+2 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| db+4 | -17 | ws3,2 |
start.gg majors
Across 4 start.gg major sets, King is 2–2 against Paul.
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