Tips
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Paul's iconic Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) is -17 on block; Shaheen can punish this easily with a full launch using uf+4 or ws2.
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Paul's df+2 launcher is -8 on block, making it safe, but you can take your turn back with Shaheen's i10 jabs (1 or 2).
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Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is -17 on block; if you block the final hit, use uf+4 to launch him.
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Paul's uf+3,4 shredder kicks are -13 on block; punish this with Shaheen's 4,3 or f+2,3.
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Paul's shoulder tackle (f+1+4) is -14 on block; Shaheen can punish this with ws1 or f+2,3.
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Paul's b+1,2 is -14 on block; ensure you punish this with Shaheen's ws1 or f+2,3 to prevent him from resetting neutral.
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Paul's ws2 is -14 on block; Shaheen can punish this with f+2,3 for a tornado transition and big damage.
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Paul's qcf+3 (Gengetsu) low is -14 on block; use Shaheen's ws1 or ws3,3 to punish him for going low.
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FAQ
Who wins Shaheen vs Paul in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Shaheen vs Paul winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Paul as Shaheen?
Paul's iconic Phoenix Smasher (qcf+2) is -17 on block; Shaheen can punish this easily with a full launch using uf+4 or ws2. Paul's df+2 launcher is -8 on block, making it safe, but you can take your turn back with Shaheen's i10 jabs (1 or 2). Paul's Demolition Man (d+4,2:1+2) is -17 on block; if you block the final hit, use uf+4 to launch him.
Are there pro VODs for Shaheen vs Paul?
No tournament VODs are listed for Shaheen 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 Shaheen'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 | ws3,3 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
| d+4 | -31 | ws3,3 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
| 1,2,3 | -25 | 4,3 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| f,F+2,2 | -19 | ws3,3 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 4,3 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| d+4,2 | -18 | 4,3 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| d+1+2 | -18 | 4,3 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| db+3 | -18 | ws3,3 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
| d+4,2:1+2 | -17 | 4,3 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| d+4,2,1+2 | -17 | 4,3 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| d+1,2 | -17 | 4,3 (launch) | i13 | 37 |
| f,F+3,4,d+4 | -17 | ws3,3 (launch) | i13 | 34 |
Shaheen moves Paul can punish
| Shaheen move | On block | Paul punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+2,1* |
| db+3 | -17 | ws3,2 |
| b+4 | -15 | f,F+2,H.1+2 |
| d+3+4 | -15 | ws3,2 |
| H.2+3 | -14 | d+1,4 |
| d+3 | -14 | ws3,2 |
| df+4,1,3 | -13 | df+1+3:qcf+2 |
| 4,4 | -13 | df+1+3:qcf+2 |
VODs (Shaheen's side)
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