GGACR/Zappa/Sword

Ground Normals

Sword normals will push the sword farther away from Zappa with each use.

This keeps going until the sword is a little farther than half screen away.

If Zappa is farther from the opponent than this distance, the sword will not advance laterally.

On hit or block, despite the sword's position, Zappa is still pushed back.

Doing nothing with the sword for about a second will make it return to his position.

c.S

Your first bloody slash

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
36	All	5	4	14	-4		3

Sword Zappa's main punish starter, due to its damage and gatling options. It has the quickest startup of all of Zappa's sword normals, but is probably one of the least used due to the nature of the sword itself.
However, the fact that it forces standing on hit can allow for Zappa's combo game to widen slightly, so keep that in mind.
Jump Cancellable

Additional Frame Data Forces opponent into stand state on hit.

f.S

Your real first bloody slash

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
30	All	8	2	19	-4		4

A major distance poking tool which will probably see more use as a combo starter than c.S since you'll run your mixup game with the sword from a distance.
F.S pushes the sword forward about 1/8th of the screen, completely laterally, which is good for covering options without committing to raising or dropping the sword's height. *Although it has good gatling options, it has a high amount of recovery, so be careful.

5H

Dig into 'em

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
30×2	All	9	2(10)3	16	-2		4

Good damage and two hits can make this a powerful tool for ending combos into Swipe, especially when Zappa is being pushed out too far to continue any combos. It reaches pretty far in neutral (about a 1/4 of the screen by the second hit), and has surprisingly little recovery, though its active frames still lend to Zappa being vulnerable.

6H

Ridiculous

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
29,15	High/Air→All, Low/Air	13	24,6	2	+4		4,2

This might be one of the weirdest moves in the game. 6H functions as a thirteen frame overhead during its first active hitbox, but becomes a low late into its active frames. This makes it a terrifying option that can come from nearly of any Zappa's normals, and it special cancels, usually into the swipe for knockdown. Keep in mind, though, that the second hit has too little hitstun to combo out of it, but it is still a good option to use occasionally.

6H will usually raise the sword a bit before dropping downwards at a 45 degree angle, towards the opponent. Keep this in mind, as if the sword is too high and the opponent is grounded, they may be able to low profile the move and escape your pressure, and it may whiff if used improperly. Its best uses are generally after a f.S, 2S, or 2H(1), leading to mixup or continuing a combo.

Startup to hit crouching opponent is 22F (tested on Sol). Opponent must guard HF from 13~28F, All from 29~36F, and LF from 37F onwards. Max 2 hits. Untechable for 18F.

2S

Rip into their shins.

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
22	Low/Air [All]	9	3	15	-6		2

Zappa's only ranged low, but a ranged low is a blessing for anybody who gets one. 2S will drop the sword's height on use, perfect for comboing into 2H and ensuring that your grounded sword combos connect. However, note that 2S does not hit low if the sword is not at its default grounded height. It still has its uses when its not, but opponents who are aware won't need to worry about Zappa's mixup as heavily.

Must only be blocked low if the Sword attack comes out at its default grounded height.

2H

I'LL SHOW YOU THE POWER OF MY STAND

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
30×2	All	7	14,8	9	+2		5

Excellent Anti-Air and extremely versatile all around, 2H will propel the sword upward and out about 1/3 screen on, use, working as two hits and forcing anybody in the air to take a seat.
Its hitbox is very large and difficult for a lot of characters to manuever around, and will make opponents think twice about trying to get around the sword from the air.

In combos, 2H shows its use by being a major combo and pressure tool.
- Its hitstun is extremely high and works in conjunction with j.S, 6H, and its jump cancel to work in a scary mixup situation. On the first hit, you can jump cancel and delay a j.S to start some of Zappa's longer sword combos, or go into 6H > Swipe on hit to knock the opponent down and gain two orbs.
- If the opponent is airborne in your combos, 2H will generally chase them up high enough to score another Swipe for more damage. Great move all around.

Additional Frame Data Zappa is in CH state during recovery. Frame Adv is -12 if 2nd hit misses opponent.

Air Normals

j.S

WHICH WAY DO I BLOCK

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
26	High/Air	7	3	18			2

This normal is the defining feature of what propelled Zappa and the sword to the top of the tier list. With proper usage, Zappa gets access to a near full screen, 11 frame overhead, which leads to good damage and knockdown with only 25% meter.
J.S tends to see most of its use after 2H due to it being one of Zappa's few jump cancellable sword normals, but on oki, it's just as scary when used in conjunction with 2S.
It will put fear into your opponents, so take advantage of it.

Additional Frame Data Initial prorate 85%.

j.H

SWORDS DON'T BEND THAT WAY

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
32	High/Air	9	9	15			2

Mainly a combo tool and occasional crossup tool.
j.H's FRC point at 9~11f allows for Zappa's extended air combos and will force the opponents to think twice about when to block low if used properly.
If you dash over the opponent and use j.H while the sword is close to you, the delay in its placement will keep the sword behind, acting for a gimmicky crossup which you generally won't get much damage out of, but can be useful for breaking guards every now and then. You'll be using this for damage more than anything.

Additional Frame Data Initial prorate 90%.

Specials

This Has Gotta Hurt

236S with Sword

Joust!

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Version	Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level

Important move, as it brings the sword back to Zappa's position immediately.
It has an FRC point at 1~3f that's only available if the move makes contact, and you can perform the followup as well.
- Avoid FRC'ing this move with the H button, as if you miss, you'll likely get the very unsafe followup instead. This move gives you one orb on hit.
Note that you can hold 4 or 6 to change the distance traveled by the move.

Additional Frame Data Staggers opponent on ground CH (max 43F). Zappa has 28F recovery on hit or block, 13F recovery on whiff. Can cancel into Followup from 12F of recovery onwards on hit or block. If the attack hits really late into the active frames, you cannot cancel this move into Followup. +1 Soul on hit. On block deals 2 chip damage.

The followup is only useful when the first hit of 236S counter hits, or when you have meter to cancel. Otherwise, the two moves will not combo.
On hit, however, this move will knock down and net you three orbs. You can RC it after having it blocked to continue pressure, or throw it out occasionally against players not expecting it.
- Be careful, as you will be punished if it is blocked.

Additional Frame Data Knocks down opponent on hit. Zappa is in CH state during recovery. +3 Souls on hit. On block deals 5 chip damage.

Please Fall

623H with Sword

Getting real murderous with that DP.

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
40	All	10	9	29	-21	1~12F Upper Body, Throw	4

Formerly a reversal, this move will return the sword to Zappa and deal a fair amount of damage. The hit itself will follow the sword, meaning that if you use this move while the sword is away from Zappa, the hitbox will move from the sword towards Zappa, but will only be active for a short period of time.
Due to this, you should try to use its FRC point at 13~16f it to make it safe.
- On hit, you can FRC it and continue to combo, as the sword will maintain its position from where you FRC'd it. **Conversely, RC'ing the move will still have the sword return to Zappa's position, so your followup combos will change, and may be more effective should you choose to burn 50% over 25%.
Sword 623H also has a good amount of upper body invul, so you can use it to get opponents off of you from the air if the sword is nearby. You may want to cancel into this after a short close string (2P2K2D) to get the sword back to your position without compromising your knockdown.

Additional Frame Data Upper body invincible 1~11F. Throw invincible on 12F. Floats opponent on hit (untechable for 26F). Initial prorate 90%. +2 Souls on hit. On block deals 5 chip damage.

Come Close, and I'll Kill You

63214H with Sword

I TOLD YOU I'D SWIPE, BUT YOU DIDN'T BELIEVE ME

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
30	All	17	4	16	-3		4

The most used special with sword. It grants 2 orbs on hit, and knocks down opponents in the corner.
Swipe works after 2H and 6H(1) to knock them down and rerun the vortex, but note that when the opponent is not in the corner, they will be able to tech after the wallbounce.
Swipe will also move the sword slightly forward, but is good for maintaining pressure if the sword is at its max range.

The FRC point at 17~20f can be used to extend combos and make the move safer in case it whiffs, but is also useful for forcing a mixup situation in unexpected scenarios.
- Out of the corner though, you may want to avoid ending your combos with this and simply go for resets instead.

Additional Frame Data Wall bounces opponent on hit (untechable on ground hit for 28F). On block deals 3 chip damage.

Coming Through

j.236H with Sword

A screenful of hitbox

Damage	GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. High: High or air Faultless Defense Low: Low or air FD Mid: Any ground block or air FD	StartupHow many frames it takes for the move to become able to strike the opponent. Startup includes the frame on which the move becomes active.	ActiveHow many frames for which the move has a hitbox where if the opponent touches it, they will take damage. Occurs after Startup.	RecoveryHow many frames that the move must go through after its active frames end to automatically go back to a neutral state.	On-BlockAlso known as Frame AdvantageThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This value is based on the first active frame.	Invuln	Level
24×N	All	12	Until landing	23 after landing			3

Interesting move with a very large hitbox, that will track the sword to Zappa's position when used in the air. It does a moderate amount of damage and can be used for some silly combos, but mainly sees use as returning the sword to Zappa while airborne.
When used, the sword's spin will create a large hitbox that moves towards Zappa, and can catch people trying to get from the sword to you, as it is active during the entirety of Zappa's air time. It is incredibly unsafe and will lose to most 6Ps, so be wary, and be ready to use its FRC point at 1~2f after landing when you hit the ground.

Additional Frame Data Floats opponent on hit (untechable for 24F). Sword first hits below Zappa. Sword starts spinning on hit or block (1 full revolution takes 8F). Hitstop 6F. On block deals 3 chip damage per hit.