Tips
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Bryan's b+1 is +4 on block, so do not attempt to challenge with HBS.1 (i12) or other fast moves immediately after blocking it.
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Bryan's Hatchet Kick (SWA.3) is i19 and -13 on block; use 1+2 to punish it and engage Heat.
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Use HBS.f+3+4 to crush Bryan's low attempts, as it is an i16 low that leads to a +37a advantage on hit.
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Bryan's f,f,F+3 is +6 to +9 on block; avoid pressing buttons and consider using HBS.3+4 to power crush through his follow-up pressure.
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Bryan's 3+4 is -13 on block; use your 1+2 Demon Bear Breath (i13) to punish it reliably and enter Heat.
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In SIT stance, SIT.2 is an i19 mid that provides a Tornado on hit, allowing you to launch Bryan if he tries to challenge with low pokes.
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FAQ
Who wins Kuma vs Bryan in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Kuma vs Bryan winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Bryan as Kuma?
Bryan's b+1 is +4 on block, so do not attempt to challenge with HBS.1 (i12) or other fast moves immediately after blocking it. Bryan's Hatchet Kick (SWA.3) is i19 and -13 on block; use 1+2 to punish it and engage Heat. Use HBS.f+3+4 to crush Bryan's low attempts, as it is an i16 low that leads to a +37a advantage on hit.
Are there pro VODs for Kuma vs Bryan?
No tournament VODs are listed for Kuma vs Bryan yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Bryan moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Kuma'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.
| Bryan move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,4 | -35 | f+3+4,1+2 (launch) | i28 | 50 |
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1 | -26 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| df+3 | -26 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| b,B+4 | -19 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,2 | -16 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2,1,2 | -16 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2 | -16 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| ub+1+2,1,2 | -16 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| ub+1+2 | -16 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| uf+2,2,2,SNE.2,2,3 | -15 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| uf+2,2,2,3 | -15 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
Kuma moves Bryan can punish
| Kuma move | On block | Bryan punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| b+3+4 | -28 | 3+4,SNE.2* |
| f+3+4 | -23 | ws2 |
| db+4 | -23 | ws2 |
| b+1+4,f,f | -20 | 3+4,SNE.2* |
| f,F+2 | -19 | 3+4,SNE.2* |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 3+4,SNE.2* |
| ub+1+2 | -17 | ws1 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws1 |
VODs (Kuma's side)
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