Tips
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Paul's iconic Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) is -17 on block; use Leo's ws2 or df+2 to launch it for a full combo.
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Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2,1+2) is a dangerous low-starting string, but the final hit is -17 on block, allowing for a guaranteed launch punish.
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Use Leo's b+1+3 parry against Paul's heavy punch attacks, as it successfully parries both high and mid punches and kicks starting from frame 5.
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Paul's Shredder kicks (uf+3,4) are -13 on block; punish them reliably with Leo's i13 df+4 or ws1+2.
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Be wary of Paul's df+2, which has high evasion and is only -8 on block, making it a safe mid launcher that is difficult to punish.
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If Paul uses SWA.4 (Kawaragoma), do not press buttons immediately as it is +1 on block and homing.
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Paul's low Gengetsu (CS.3) is -14 on block; use Leo's ws1+2 (i13) or ws1 (i14) to punish it effectively.
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FAQ
Who wins Leo vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Leo vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Leo?
Paul's iconic Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) is -17 on block; use Leo's ws2 or df+2 to launch it for a full combo. Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2,1+2) is a dangerous low-starting string, but the final hit is -17 on block, allowing for a guaranteed launch punish. Use Leo's b+1+3 parry against Paul's heavy punch attacks, as it successfully parries both high and mid punches and kicks starting from frame 5.
Are there pro VODs for Leo vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Leo 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 Leo'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 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 17 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 17 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | db+2,4 (launch) | i16 | 40 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 17 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+2,4 (launch) | i16 | 40 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | db+2,4 (launch) | i16 | 40 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | db+2,4 (launch) | i16 | 40 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 17 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | db+2,4 (launch) | i16 | 40 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | db+2,4 (launch) | i16 | 40 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | db+2,4 (launch) | i16 | 40 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 17 |
Leo moves Paul can punish
| Leo move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| db+4 | -31 | ws3,2 |
| b+1+2 | -24 | b+2,1* |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
| d+3 | -17 | ws3,2 |
| db+4,1 | -16 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| db+4,1,LTG.1+2 | -15 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| d+3+4 | -15 | ws3,2 |
| f,F+4,3 | -14 | d+1,4 |
start.gg majors
Across 2 start.gg major sets, Leo is 2–0 against Paul.
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