Tips
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Paul's CS.2 (Phoenix Smasher) is -17 on block; use Kuma's long-range punishers like f,F+2 (i19) to ensure he pays for using it at distance.
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Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is highly punishable at -17 on block; be ready to launch him if he completes the string.
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Use HBS.df+1 to track Paul's movement, as it is a homing mid that is safe at -7 on block.
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If Paul uses f+1+4 (Shoulder Tackle), it is -14 on block; punish it consistently with 1+2 (i13) to enter Heat.
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Watch for Paul's SWA.4, which is +1 on block and homing; do not attempt to sidestep or press buttons immediately after blocking it.
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Kuma's HBS.2 is a low that is -15 on block; be careful using it against Paul as he can launch it with ws2 (i15).
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Use HBS.1+2 as a i19 mid power crush to interrupt Paul's aggressive strings, but be aware it is -15 on block.
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FAQ
Who wins Kuma vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Kuma vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Kuma?
Paul's CS.2 (Phoenix Smasher) is -17 on block; use Kuma's long-range punishers like f,F+2 (i19) to ensure he pays for using it at distance. Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is highly punishable at -17 on block; be ready to launch him if he completes the string. Use HBS.df+1 to track Paul's movement, as it is a homing mid that is safe at -7 on block.
Are there pro VODs for Kuma vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Kuma 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 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.
| Paul move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+1,4 | -31 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
Kuma moves Paul can punish
| Kuma move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| b+3+4 | -28 | b+2,1* |
| f+3+4 | -23 | ws3,2 |
| db+4 | -23 | ws3,2 |
| b+1+4,f,f | -20 | b+2,1* |
| f,F+2 | -19 | b+2,1* |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
| ub+1+2 | -17 | ws3,2 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws3,2 |
VODs (Kuma's side)
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