Tips
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Heihachi's Flash Punch Combo (1,1,2) is -17 on block; punish it heavily with Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) for maximum damage.
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Use df+2 to evade Heihachi's high attacks like Electric Wind God Fist (f,n,d,df:2); it has high evasion and launches for a full combo on hit.
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Heihachi's db+2 low is -18 on block; punish it with ws2 for a full launch and big damage.
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Be wary of Heihachi's f+4, as it is +4 on block and gives him a significant advantage to continue his pressure.
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Heihachi's Demon God Fist (f,F+2) is -16 on block; use this opportunity to land a guaranteed Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2).
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Watch for Heihachi's 1+2 Demon Breath; it is i12 and -10 on block, making it a fast but punishable interrupt tool.
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If Heihachi uses his Power Crush uf+1, it is -13 on block; punish it with b+1,2.
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FAQ
Who wins Paul vs Heihachi in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Paul vs Heihachi winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Heihachi as Paul?
Heihachi's Flash Punch Combo (1,1,2) is -17 on block; punish it heavily with Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) for maximum damage. Use df+2 to evade Heihachi's high attacks like Electric Wind God Fist (f,n,d,df:2); it has high evasion and launches for a full combo on hit. Heihachi's db+2 low is -18 on block; punish it with ws2 for a full launch and big damage.
Are there pro VODs for Paul vs Heihachi?
No tournament VODs are listed for Paul vs Heihachi yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Heihachi moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Paul'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.
| Heihachi move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| f,n,d,DF+3 | -23 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| f,n,d,DF+4 | -23 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| db+2 | -18 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| 1,1,WAR.2 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| df+2,1 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| df+2,WAR.1 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| 1,1,2 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| f,F+2 | -16 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,4,4,n,4,4 | -15 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,4,4,1 | -15 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| df+3,1+2,1 | -15 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
Paul moves Heihachi can punish
| Paul move | On block | Heihachi punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| d+1,4 | -31 | ws3,1+2 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws3,1+2 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | d+3,H.2 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws3,1+2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+2~1,1+2 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | f+2~1,1+2 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | f+2~1,1+2 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws3,1+2 |
VODs (Paul's side)
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