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Shaheen's df+3 homing kick is -13 on block, making it a prime target for Paul's uf+3,4 shredder kicks.
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If Shaheen uses SNK.3 (Hunting Falcon Dive), it is -12 on block, which you can punish with Paul's b+1 or 1,2.
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Shaheen's ws2 is very unsafe at -17 on block; you can punish this with a full launch using Paul's df+2 or even a Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2).
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Watch for Shaheen's d+4 stomp, which is -12 on block; Paul's b+1+2 or b+1 are reliable punishes here.
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Shaheen's b+4 mid is -15 on block, allowing Paul to launch him for full damage using df+2 or uf+4.
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Shaheen's Heat Smash (H.2+3) is -14 on block; use Paul's b+1,2 to punish and potentially wall splat.
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FAQ
Who wins Paul vs Shaheen in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Paul vs Shaheen winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Shaheen as Paul?
Shaheen's df+3 homing kick is -13 on block, making it a prime target for Paul's uf+3,4 shredder kicks. If Shaheen uses SNK.3 (Hunting Falcon Dive), it is -12 on block, which you can punish with Paul's b+1 or 1,2. Shaheen's ws2 is very unsafe at -17 on block; you can punish this with a full launch using Paul's df+2 or even a Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2).
Are there pro VODs for Paul vs Shaheen?
No tournament VODs are listed for Paul vs Shaheen yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Shaheen 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.
| Shaheen move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| db+3 | -17 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| b+4 | -15 | f,F+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| d+3+4 | -15 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| H.2+3 | -14 | d+1,4 (launch) | i14 | 31 |
| d+3 | -14 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| df+4,1,3 | -13 | df+1+3:qcf+2 | i12 | 42 |
| 4,4 | -13 | df+1+3:qcf+2 | i12 | 42 |
| 1,2,4 | -13 | df+1+3:qcf+2 | i12 | 42 |
| db+3,4 | -13 | df+1+3:qcf+2 | i12 | 42 |
| f+2,4 | -13 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| db+4 | -13 | df+1+3:qcf+2 | i12 | 42 |
Paul moves Shaheen can punish
| Paul move | On block | Shaheen punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| d+1,4 | -31 | ws3,3 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws3,3 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | 4,3 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws3,3 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 4,3 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | 4,3 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | 4,3 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws3,3 |
VODs (Paul's side)
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