Tips
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Kuma's b+1 power crush is -13 on block; punish it with your 2,1,2,1 string to deal significant damage.
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Kuma's db+4 low is extremely unsafe at -23 on block; block and use your ws2 for a maximum damage launch.
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Use Hermit stance (3+4) to automatically parry Kuma's low pokes like db+2 or d+3.
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Kuma's f,F+2 is a powerful launcher but is -19 on block, allowing Leroy a guaranteed punish with f+3,1+2,4.
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Interrupt Kuma's HBS stance transitions with fast mids like df+1 (i13) to prevent him from using his high-damage mixups.
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Kuma's 1,1,1 G-Clef Cannon is -16 on block; ensure you punish this mid-string if he commits to the full sequence.
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Leroy's b+1+2 is an i12 mid that can interrupt Kuma's slower startup moves and is only -10 on block.
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If Kuma uses Bear Sit (d+3+4), use Leroy's uf+4 (i23~25) to hit him out of the stance from a safe distance.
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FAQ
Who wins Leroy vs Kuma in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Leroy vs Kuma winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Kuma as Leroy?
Kuma's b+1 power crush is -13 on block; punish it with your 2,1,2,1 string to deal significant damage. Kuma's db+4 low is extremely unsafe at -23 on block; block and use your ws2 for a maximum damage launch. Use Hermit stance (3+4) to automatically parry Kuma's low pokes like db+2 or d+3.
Are there pro VODs for Leroy vs Kuma?
No tournament VODs are listed for Leroy vs Kuma yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Kuma moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Leroy'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.
| Kuma move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| b+3+4 | -28 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| f+3+4 | -23 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 21 |
| db+4 | -23 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 21 |
| b+1+4,f,f | -20 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| f,F+2 | -19 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| ub+1+2 | -17 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 21 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 21 |
| f+3+4,1+2 | -16 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| 1,1,1 | -16 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| df+2,1 | -16 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| b+2,2,1 | -15 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
Leroy moves Kuma can punish
| Leroy move | On block | Kuma punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| 1+4 | -26 | ws1,2** |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+1,2** |
| df+2,1+2 | -18 | db+1,2** |
| 1+2,1+2,1 | -17 | db+1,2** |
| f+3,1+2,4 | -16 | db+1,2** |
| 1,1,1+2,1 | -16 | db+1,2** |
| f,F+2,2 | -15 | db+1,2** |
| db+4 | -15 | ws1,2** |
start.gg majors
Across 2 start.gg major sets, Leroy is 1–1 against Kuma.
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Players on this side
- Shin Paulo (1)
- Golden Koi (1)
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