Tips
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Clive's df+2 launcher is -13 on block; punish it consistently with your ws1,1 or 2,2 for guaranteed damage.
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Many of Clive's weapon strings, like df+1,H.1 and PHX.2,1, are -12 on block, making them prime targets for your i12 2,2 punisher.
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Watch for Clive's d+3 low; it is -17 on block, allowing for a full launch punish with ws3 or ws2,1.
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Clive's Phoenix Shift (f+4) stance can be interrupted or pressured, as he is only actionable after 15f.
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Clive's f,f,F+2 is -4 on block and enters PHX stance; use SET.1 (i10) to challenge his options if he tries to press buttons.
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His Heat Smash (H.2+3) is +5 on block, so respect the frame advantage and avoid pressing buttons immediately after.
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Clive's 1,2 string is -14 on block, which you can punish with 1,2,2 or qcf+2.
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If Clive uses b+1+2 (Windup Counter), it is -14 on block, giving you a significant window to punish with 1,2,4 or qcf+2.
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FAQ
Who wins Kunimitsu vs Clive in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Kunimitsu vs Clive winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Clive as Kunimitsu?
Clive's df+2 launcher is -13 on block; punish it consistently with your ws1,1 or 2,2 for guaranteed damage. Many of Clive's weapon strings, like df+1,H.1 and PHX.2,1, are -12 on block, making them prime targets for your i12 2,2 punisher. Watch for Clive's d+3 low; it is -17 on block, allowing for a full launch punish with ws3 or ws2,1.
Are there pro VODs for Kunimitsu vs Clive?
No tournament VODs are listed for Kunimitsu vs Clive yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Clive moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Kunimitsu'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.
| Clive move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| df+3 | -26 | ws2,1 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 3,4 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| df+1,4,3 | -18 | 3,4 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| 3,3 | -18 | 3,4 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| db+4 | -18 | ws2,1 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
| uf+2 | -17 | 3,4 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws2,1 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
| df+1,2 | -16 | 3,4 (launch) | i16 | 38 |
| 1+4 | -15 | f,d,df+2 (launch) | i14 | 36 |
| df+1,2,1 | -15 | f,d,df+2 (launch) | i14 | 36 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws2,1 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
| 1,2 | -14 | f,d,df+2 (launch) | i14 | 36 |
Kunimitsu moves Clive can punish
| Kunimitsu move | On block | Clive punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| b+1,1,1,1,1,1 | -72 | 1+4 |
| db+3,3,3,3,3,3 | -47 | ws3 |
| b+3,4 | -20 | uf+2,2 |
| db+3,3,3,3,3 | -19 | ws1,2 |
| db+3,3,3,3 | -19 | ws1,2 |
| db+3,3,3 | -19 | ws1,2 |
| db+3,3 | -19 | ws1,2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 3,2 |
start.gg majors
Across 1 start.gg major sets, Kunimitsu is 0–1 against Clive.
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Matchup charts: Kunimitsu · Clive
Players on this side
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