Tips
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King's Giant Swing (f,hcf+1) is a 1-break throw despite the two-handed animation; always prioritize the 1 break if you see him buffer the motion.
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King's Atlas Hammer (d+1+2) is a massive -24 on block; you have ample time to land your most powerful launcher for a full combo.
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King's f,F+2 (Beast Elbow) is +7 on block and forces you into crouch; do not press buttons afterward as he can setup a guaranteed crouch throw.
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King's f,f,F+3 (Running Knee) gives him +3 advantage and chip damage on block; try to sidestep this move rather than blocking it to avoid his pressure.
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King's Muscle Armor (db+1+2) has power crush from frame 6; if he absorbs a hit, be ready for the Emerald Elbow follow-up which is safe at -9.
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FAQ
Who wins Nina vs King in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Nina vs King winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat King as Nina?
King's Giant Swing (f,hcf+1) is a 1-break throw despite the two-handed animation; always prioritize the 1 break if you see him buffer the motion. King's Atlas Hammer (d+1+2) is a massive -24 on block; you have ample time to land your most powerful launcher for a full combo. King's f,F+2 (Beast Elbow) is +7 on block and forces you into crouch; do not press buttons afterward as he can setup a guaranteed crouch throw.
Are there pro VODs for Nina vs King?
No tournament VODs are listed for Nina vs King yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
King moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Nina'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.
| King move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+3+4,4,4,4 | -26 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| d+3+4,4,4 | -25 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| d+3+4,4 | -25 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| d+3+4 | -25 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| d+1+2 | -24 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| uf+2 | -17 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| db+4 | -17 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| f,F+2+3 | -16 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| df+4,3,4 | -15 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| f+2,d+1,2 | -15 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| d+3+4,4,4,2 | -15 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
Nina moves King can punish
| Nina move | On block | King punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| d,DF+4 | -37 | ws3 |
| uf+3+4 | -23 | 1+2,3 |
| uf+4,3 | -19 | ws3 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 1+2,3 |
| df+3,2,3 | -17 | b+2,1+2 |
| db+3+4 | -17 | b+2,1+2 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws3 |
| ub+1 | -16 | b+2,1+2 |
start.gg majors
Across 2 start.gg major sets, Nina is 2–0 against King.
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Players on this side
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