When using a jump kick, it can be quite difficult to hit confirm due to jump kicks only being a single hit. If an opponent is hit and the jump kick is not confirmed, you will lose out on potential damage. One thing to note about jump kicks is that if a jump kick is … Continue reading "Jump Kick Option Select"
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Geras’ Matter of Time () string is an 11 frame mid attack that can lead into a combo. Although it is -6 on block, there are 2 areas where you can either escape or completely punish Geras for using the string. Interactables If you are near an interactable, you can use it to escape after … Continue reading "Punishing Matter of Time"
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Guides The Scorpion Advanced Guide has been revised and updated. The guide is now integrated into the Scorpion page at: https://www.kombatakademy.com/mortal-kombat-11/scorpion/ In addition to the Scorpion guide, previous character guides are in the process of being updated. This includes the recent Sindel Advanced Guide which has also been integrated into its respective character page at: … Continue reading "Update 1/17/20 – Scorpion Guide Updated"
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Guides With the start of the new year, I’ve decided to change up my approach and will now be publishing full character guides on each character’s pages. As the year goes on, I will be attempting to do this for the remainder of the cast. To start things off, I have completed the Baraka Advanced … Continue reading "Update 1/10/20 – Baraka Advanced Guide"
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A stagger is referred to as an attack that is not completed when done on block. Usually these attacks have very little blockstun, making them very difficult to react to. Most characters can stagger using single-hitting jabs, such as their or . Jabs work great as staggers because they have quick start-up and also short … Continue reading "Staggers"
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Kano’s Chemical Burn is a Special Move exclusive to his Dirtbag variation. Chemical Burn deals damage over time on hit, and if Amplified allows Kano to throw a Molotov Cocktail for additional damage or a setup. It is most commonly used after Kano’s pokes to beat counterpokes. If you attempt an attack after blocking Kano’s … Continue reading "Punishing Chemical Burn"
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Combos Combo pages for all characters have been redesigned. Combos are now implemented into a database and now include tags which are shown to the right of the combo inputs, or bottom if on mobile. Platform Selector & Notations You can now select your preferred platform (Universal, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Plain-Text) by using the … Continue reading "Update 12/26/19"
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A common strategy for many characters is to abuse their jump kick to gain an advantage and start their offense. Depending on the character and situation, jump kicks can be very difficult to anti-air. Attempting to do so can result in your anti-air being beat out and your opponent potentially converting the jump kick into … Continue reading "Avoiding Jump Kicks"
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Throws are typically used as a way to deal damage against opponents who tend to block. In order to counter throws, one must perform a Throw Escape. When attempting a Throw Escape however, you must release block, which opens you up to being hit by other attacks. This is how many characters are able to … Continue reading "Throw Escape Option Select"
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