Tips
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Be extremely cautious with pressure after moves like df+1 (-2 on block); Yoshimitsu's 1+4 (Flash) starts in 6 frames and will launch you for pressing buttons.
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Punish Yoshimitsu's uf+3 (Rising Knee) with a fast i13 or i14 punisher as it is -13 on block.
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If Yoshimitsu uses f+4 (Toita Daoshi) and you block it, it is -13, allowing for a solid punish like f+2 or b+1,2.
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Yoshimitsu's db+3 low kicks are -25 on block for the final hit; use a delayed rising toe kick (uf,n,4) or ws2 for a full launch punish.
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When Yoshimitsu enters Flea (d+1+2), use d+2 or low-hitting mids to knock him out of the stance, as he cannot block while in it.
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Watch for f,F+4 (Fubuki); it is -6 on block, so you can take your turn back with a jab or df+1, but don't overcommit into a potential Flash.
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If he whiffs a big move, use Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) for massive damage, but remember it is -17 on block if he manages to recover in time.
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Yoshimitsu's df+1,4 is -12 on block; use a standing 4 or b+1,2 to punish him for finishing the string.
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FAQ
Who wins Paul vs Yoshimitsu in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Paul vs Yoshimitsu winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Yoshimitsu as Paul?
Be extremely cautious with pressure after moves like df+1 (-2 on block); Yoshimitsu's 1+4 (Flash) starts in 6 frames and will launch you for pressing buttons. Punish Yoshimitsu's uf+3 (Rising Knee) with a fast i13 or i14 punisher as it is -13 on block. If Yoshimitsu uses f+4 (Toita Daoshi) and you block it, it is -13, allowing for a solid punish like f+2 or b+1,2.
Are there pro VODs for Paul vs Yoshimitsu?
No tournament VODs are listed for Paul vs Yoshimitsu yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Yoshimitsu 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.
| Yoshimitsu move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| b+1,1,1,1,1,1 | -73 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| 4,4,2,2,NSS.1 | -54 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| db+2,2,2,2,2,2 | -49 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| f,F+3+4,1+2 | -31 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| db+3,3,3,3,3,3 | -26 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| db+3 | -25 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| 4,4,2,2 | -24 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| 4,4,2 | -22 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| b+1,1,db+3 | -20 | ws3,2 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| 1+4 | -20 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| b,B+1+4,B | -20 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
| f,F+3+4 | -20 | b+2,1* (launch) | i18 | 49 |
Paul moves Yoshimitsu can punish
| Paul move | On block | Yoshimitsu punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| d+1,4 | -31 | ws3,2 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws3,2 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | f+3,4 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws3,2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+3,4 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | f+3,4 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | f+3,4 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws3,2 |
start.gg majors
Across 1 start.gg major sets, Paul is 0–1 against Yoshimitsu.
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