Tips
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Paul's Phoenix Smasher (Deathfist, CS.2) is -17 on block; you must punish this every time with a long-range launcher like f,F+3 or a dash-in jab combo.
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Be careful pressing after Paul's f+1+2; it is +3c on block and +7c if he holds it, giving him a massive advantage to setup a mixup.
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Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is -17 on block for the final hit; use your i15 df+2 or uf+4 to launch him for a full combo.
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Paul's b+1+2 power crush is high and -9 on block; you can duck it to launch or take your turn back with a fast poke.
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Interrupt Paul's Sway (b+3+4) transitions; if he uses SWA.4, it is +1 on block and homing, so try to hit him before the move comes out (i15~16).
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Paul's Shredder kicks (uf+3,4) are -13 on block; use your i13 ws1 to punish him and transition directly into Sentai (SEN) stance.
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If Paul uses his Shoulder Smash (d+1+2), it is -18 on block; this is a guaranteed launch for your df+2 or uf+4.
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Use your Wind God Step (WGS) to stay mobile; Paul's df+1 is i14 and -2 on block, but he can transition to a back-sway which you can chase with f,n,d,df:3.
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FAQ
Who wins Reina vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Reina vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Reina?
Paul's Phoenix Smasher (Deathfist, CS.2) is -17 on block; you must punish this every time with a long-range launcher like f,F+3 or a dash-in jab combo. Be careful pressing after Paul's f+1+2; it is +3c on block and +7c if he holds it, giving him a massive advantage to setup a mixup. Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is -17 on block for the final hit; use your i15 df+2 or uf+4 to launch him for a full combo.
Are there pro VODs for Reina vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Reina 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 Reina'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 | ws3,4 (launch) | i15 | 33 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws3,4 (launch) | i15 | 33 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | d+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws3,4 (launch) | i15 | 33 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | d+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | d+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | d+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws3,4 (launch) | i15 | 33 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | d+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | d+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | d+2,H.1+2 (launch) | i15 | 45 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws3,4 (launch) | i15 | 33 |
Reina moves Paul can punish
| Reina move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
| H.WRA.d+3+4 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| 1,1,2 | -17 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| b+1,1,3,3 | -16 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| db+2 | -16 | ws3,2 |
| 2,2,2,1 | -15 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| df+3+4 | -15 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| d+4 | -15 | ws3,2 |
VODs (Reina's side)
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