Tips
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Use b+2 (Twin Dragon Gate) or HRM.b+2 to parry Steve's constant punch strings; it starts as early as frame 5 (frame 3 in HRM).
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Steve's b+1 is a dangerous i13 high counter-hit tool; stay safe by using df+1 (i13 mid) which is only -6 on block.
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Punish Steve's Sonic Fang (1+2) with your 1,2,4 string or f+2,3 if he is careless, as it is -12 on block.
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Steve's low options like d+1 and d+2 are -13 and -18 respectively; use Leroy's ws4 (i11) or ws2 (i15) for consistent punishes.
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HRM.1 is an excellent Sabaki against Steve because it parries mid and high punches starting at frame 3.
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Steve's f,f,F+2 is +6 on block; do not press buttons afterward, or use b+2 parry to catch his follow-up.
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Use db+3 to poke at Steve's legs; it is i20, only -8 on block, and transitions into Hermit stance for more mixups.
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FAQ
Who wins Leroy vs Steve in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Leroy vs Steve winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Steve as Leroy?
Use b+2 (Twin Dragon Gate) or HRM.b+2 to parry Steve's constant punch strings; it starts as early as frame 5 (frame 3 in HRM). Steve's b+1 is a dangerous i13 high counter-hit tool; stay safe by using df+1 (i13 mid) which is only -6 on block. Punish Steve's Sonic Fang (1+2) with your 1,2,4 string or f+2,3 if he is careless, as it is -12 on block.
Are there pro VODs for Leroy vs Steve?
No tournament VODs are listed for Leroy vs Steve yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Steve 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.
| Steve move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| df+1,2~f+1+2,1,1 | -25 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| df+1,2~f+1+2,1 | -19 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| d+2 | -18 | ws2 (launch) | i15 | 21 |
| u+2 | -15 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| 2,2 | -14 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| f+1+2 | -14 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| uf+2 | -14 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| b+1 | -14 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| f+1+2,2 | -13 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| f,F+2 | -13 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
| db+1+2 | -13 | P:b+2,1 (launch) | i13 | 40 |
Leroy moves Steve can punish
| Leroy move | On block | Steve punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| 1+4 | -26 | WS.2,2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+1+2,H.1+2 |
| df+2,1+2 | -18 | b+1+2,H.1+2 |
| 1+2,1+2,1 | -17 | b+1+2,H.1+2 |
| f+3,1+2,4 | -16 | b+1+2,H.1+2 |
| 1,1,1+2,1 | -16 | b+1+2,H.1+2 |
| f,F+2,2 | -15 | df+1,2~1 |
| db+4 | -15 | WS.2,2 |
VODs (Leroy's side)
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