Tips
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Paul's iconic Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) is -17 on block, allowing Nina a guaranteed launch with ws2 or a heavy punish with f+1+2 Blonde Bomb.
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When Paul uses his Demolition Man string (d+4,2:1+2), the final hit is -17 on block, providing a massive opening for Nina's ws2 launcher.
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Paul's df+2 is a dangerous i15 launcher but is -8 on block; use Nina's i10 jab (1) or i12 df+4 to take back your turn immediately.
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Paul's Shredder kicks (uf+3,4) are -13 on block; punish him reliably with your i13 df+1,2 or f+2 strings.
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Nina's Ivory Cutter (1+4) is i15 and only -5 on block, making it a safer mid-check against Paul's high-evasive df+2.
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Watch for Paul's SWA.4 Homing move; it is +1 on block and chips for 6 damage, so try to interrupt the startup or respect the frame advantage.
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If Paul attempts the Burning Fist (1+2 unblockable), it has a very slow i71 startup, giving Nina ample time to interrupt with a fast combo starter.
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FAQ
Who wins Nina vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Nina vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Nina?
Paul's iconic Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) is -17 on block, allowing Nina a guaranteed launch with ws2 or a heavy punish with f+1+2 Blonde Bomb. When Paul uses his Demolition Man string (d+4,2:1+2), the final hit is -17 on block, providing a massive opening for Nina's ws2 launcher. Paul's df+2 is a dangerous i15 launcher but is -8 on block; use Nina's i10 jab (1) or i12 df+4 to take back your turn immediately.
Are there pro VODs for Nina vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Nina 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 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.
| Paul move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+1,4 | -31 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | f+3+4,H.2 (launch) | i14 | 46 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws4,3 (launch) | i11 | 39 |
Nina moves Paul can punish
| Nina move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| d,DF+4 | -37 | ws3,2 |
| uf+3+4 | -23 | b+2,1* |
| uf+4,3 | -19 | ws3,2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
| df+3,2,3 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| db+3+4 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws3,2 |
| ub+1 | -16 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
VODs (Nina's side)
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