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Lore:

Carl Clover, the son of Relius Clover, was a student at the Military Academy along with Jin, Noel, Tsubaki, and Makoto. His academic career would not come to fruition however as Carl would eventually drop out to become a travelling vigilante. Together with his sister, Ada, whose soul is trapped in the Nox Nyctores Nirvana, Carl goes out to search for his father in order to stop whatever plans he may hold.

Playstyle

Pros	Cons
Strong and safe pressure One of the best mixup characters in the game Practical unblockable setups High damage with the right setups Dangerous defense with counter assault into doll	Low life Limited mobility options Very dependent on Nirvana, especially for neutral and offense Has some of the highest execution requirements in the game Has a sister complex

Carl Clover
Health:	10,000
Prejump:	4F
Backdash:	20F (1-7F Inv)
Movement Options:	Double Jump, Air Dash, Dash type: Step
Combo Rate:	60%

Drive: Automaton

Carl's Drive revolves around controlling Nirvana.

• Hold the D button to activate Nirvana, release D to deactivate.
• While active, she can move forward by holding any forward/backward direction (including diagonals).
• Nirvana will attack by releasing the D button while either holding a direction or after completing the inputs for one of her special moves.
• Note that the directional inputs required for moves is based on Carl's current facing, not necessarily Nirvana's. For example: If Carl is facing right and Nirvana is facing left, pressing D, inputting 623 and releasing D will give you Con Brio, not Volante.

Nirvana has her own life bar. It goes down when Nirvana is active, uses an attack, or gets hit by the opponent. Most of Nirvana's attacks have a continuation cost that make it so that if she uses another attack before being deactivated, it will cost even more life. If Nirvana's life bar reaches zero, she will be disabled and slowly recover health, and is unusable until her health is full (plus a small recovery animation).

Other than her Distortion Drives and Astral Heat, Nirvana's moves act independently of Carl, meaning Carl is free to move while Nirvana is attacking. However, if Carl blocks or gets hit, most of Nirvana's moves will stop and she will deactivate, and she can't be activated until Carl recovers from the blockstun or hitstun.

Overdrive: Synchro High Speed

Carl's overdrive grants Nirvana a power up. Nirvana recovers faster from her moves and many of her moves gain new properties. Nirvana's walk speed is also faster and her meter recovery speed is also increased. Carl also has access to a new distortion drive during OD.

Normal Moves

5A

5A

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 300 All 6 3 10 -1 B - A fairly standard jab. Hits crouchers. Has a very long cancel window, making it good for staggers.

5B

5B

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 520 Mid 9 2 16 -1 B - One of Carl's most important normals for combos and pressure. Jump cancellable on block, which allows him to easily set-up airdash high-low mixups with the doll. Has somewhat short reach, but its range has be increased by cancelling into it from a dash.

5C

5C

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 780 Mid 13 3 20 -6 B - A long poke with a disjointed hitbox. Also a staple move in combos and pressure.

2A

2A

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 300 Mid 7 3 10 -1 F - Like 5A, 2A also has a very long cancel window, making it good for staggers.

2B

2B

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 480 Low 9 4 15 -2 F - A general purpose low poke. Sadly lacks much of its utility from previous games now Nirvana has no standing overhead, but still not without use.

2C

2C

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 760 Mid 14 3 24 -8 B 8-16 H Carl's other anti-air normal. Although its invincibility frames start later than 6A, its smaller vertical hurtbox during startup makes this a very useful anti-air (arguably even better than 6A) in some situations.

6A

6A

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 600 Mid 11 4 24 -11 B 5-14 H Your go to Anti air The hitbox on Carl's 6A extends slightly behind his head which can sometimes catch your opponent if they try to cross you up.

6B

6B

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 650 Low 17 4 16 -3 F - Standing low, Carl steps forwards before attacking, giving it more range, but making it slightly more vulnerable to being jabbed out of. 6B spins your opponent in place on counter hit which gives you a lot of time to combo into it .

6C

6C

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 800 High 24 6 16 -5 B 7-22 FT Carl's standing overhead, used with Nirvana's 3D attack to make for an unblockable setup. Fatal on counter hit.

3C

3C

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 720 Low 14 10 20 -13 F - 3C is usually used to combo into distortion Slide kick move, Carl is moved forwards somewhat Can low profile a number of moves, leads to good damage on counterhit.

j.A

j.A

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 300 High/Air 6 4 9 - H - Your go to air to air normal to win air superiority, but not used inside of combos. Not the best jump-in move.

j.B

j.B

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 550 High/Air 9 3 24 - H - Air to air move, mostly used as combo filler.

j.C

j.C

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 820 High/Air 10 5 21 - H - Launches opponent downwards on air hit, usually used for ending air combos, Ideally forcing your opponent to tech in front of Nirvana for wakeup pressure. Can be varied with j.2C as your jump-in moves.

j.2C

j.2C Going in strong!

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 850 All 10 Until L 28L - H - Main air to ground move for Carl Near symmetrical hitbox makes it ideal for crossups. On hit/block, Carl bounces and recovers in the air, animation 26.

Drive Moves

Many of Nirvana's attacks have much less recovery and are more comboable when Carl activates his Overdrive. The major changes will be defined in brief detail in the move description. For the frame data of a specific OD-enhanced move, please refer to Carl's frame data. All drive moves may also be performed when Carl is airborne.

6D

6D

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 940 All 29 8 60 [21] - BD 1-End Guard P Your go-to Nirvana move Simple, effective, easily timed to fill in gaps in your block strings. Causes a groundslide if opponent was hit in the air

3D

3D

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 490*6 Low/Air, All*5 42 4*3,6 67 [25] - FD 1-End Guard P Nirvana's low attack, used in combination with Carl's standing overhead to make unblockable attacks. Note that only the first hit is a low.

4D

4D Con Tenerezza, "With tenderness".

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 1060 All 24 8 69 [25] - BD 1-End Guard BP Frametrap move, used to fish for counterhits. Grants fatal on counter hit.

1D

2D Rhapsody of memories lite

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 510*4 All 33 2(8)2(10)2(8)2 58 [28] - BD 1-End Guard P Multihit attack to keep your opponent pinned down blocking, or to deal decent damage during combos. Very expensive move. Nirvana's new move replacing her old overhead punch, meaning Carl has much less access to unblockable setups now, but instead gains a very powerful combo move that you can use to force mixups on your opponent.

8D

8D The clap

Version Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. Strike 760 Mid 33 3 36 [13] - BD 1-End Guard P Shockwave 620 Mid 37 28 - - P1 - The infamous clap, no longer unblockable, but still needs barrier. Excellent anti-crossup anti-air Long untechable time, allowing for various combos.

La Campanella

La Campanella 22D "The bell"

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. - - - - 69 [41] - - 1-36 [1-30] All 37-69 [31-41] Guard P Teleports Nirvana to just behind Carl's location (Or directly below him if Carl is airborne) Used to recover Nirvana when she is too far away and sometimes to reposition Nirvana during some combos. Can be used while Nirvana is in hitstun to prevent easy kills on her.

Con Brio

Con Brio 623D "With vigor"

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 1480*2 Mid 25 3,6 39 [15] - BD 1-End Guard HP Anti air attack that covers a huge space, must be barrier blocked in the air. Big up front damage, but rather expensive to use.

Con Anima

Con Anima 63214D "With feeling"

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 0, 2000 [0, 2500] T(140) 19-119 4 60 [20] - HBFTD 1-End of Active Guard HBFP Nirvana runs forward with her arms raised, if she catches your opponent, they will get slammed to the ground for a hard knockdown with no bounce, meaning you need to use the throw animation time to get carl into position quickly. Cannot catch airborne opponents. Combo throw, unlike previous versions, this move can be comboed into and cannot be throw rejected under any circumstances. However it does not gain 100% minimum damage Despite being a throw this can actually be blocked for some reason Fatal Counter

Con Fuoco

Con Fuoco 41236D "With fire"

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 630*5 All 52 4*6,2 96 [31] - BD 1-End Guard P Expensive drill move that covers a lot of horizontal ground and deals a lot of damage, but is expensive to use

Volante

Volante 421D "Flying"

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 1100 All 31 Until Hit Total: 90 [Total: 52] - P1 1-End Guard P Projectile attack, Nirvana launches a large orb that accelerates with time Sometimes used point blank in some combos Can be used with Nirvana offscreen for a surprise attack

Universal Mechanics

Forward Throw

Forward Throw 6 B+C

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 0, 1500 T(70) 7 3 23 - T - Ground bounces

Back Throw

Back Throw 4 B+C

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 0, 1500 T(70) 7 3 23 - T - Ground bounces, but on the other side from Carl, followups are very similar to forward throw

Air Throw

Air Throw j.B+C

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 0, 1500 T(120) 7 3 23+3L - T - Launches opponent downwards, useful for sending them down towards Nirvana for followups.

Counter Assault

Counter Assault 6A+B

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 0 All 13 3 32 -16 B 1-20 All Same animation as old 6c. The infamous dangerous defense. With Nirivana positioned behind an opponent, Carl can combo out of his CA using 6D to switch sides and immediately start pressure.

Crush Trigger

Crush Trigger A+B

Version Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. Uncharged 1000 Guard Break 32/Barrier 20 1 25 0 B - Charged 1000 Guard Break 60/Barrier 30~61 1 25 0 B - Mostly used in corner combos and in Carl's unblockable

Specials

Vivace

Vivace 236A/B "Quickly"

Version Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. A - - - - Total: 28 - - 1-16 P B - - - - Total: 39 - - 1-30 HB Dodge move used to switch sides with your opponent or get out of some situations where you might get separated from Ada . The A version Can pass through opponents from frame 1-18 while the B version Can pass through opponents from frame 1-24 but be careful since you still can be throw out of both versions. The A version is Projectile invul from frame 1-16, while the B version has head and upper Body invul from frame 1-30 When used when Nirvana is attacking, can be used to cross up your opponent by forcing them to swap the direction they're blocking in Generous Head and Body invulnerability on the B version, while it isn't projectile invulnerable like the A version, it can still low profile a lot of projectile attacks. Carl is in a Counterhit state throughout both moves.

Cantabile

Cantabile 623C "A songlike tone"

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 0, 1800 All 9 15 44 -26 D - Looks like a low attack, but isn't. on hit, launches opponent into the air and towards Carl, enabling easy followups with both Nirvana and Carl, as appropriate. On block goes into 37F recovery animation.

Allegretto

Allegretto j.214C "Light and moderately brisk"

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 700*6 All 13 X{(4)X}*5 Totaol: 66+1L - H - Stops Carl's momentum in the air and makes him recoil slightly, common air combo filler. Ends the air combo unless Nirvana can get her own hit in afterwards. Hits appear in 4F intervals, each hit has 8 Active Frames.

Distortion Drives

Laetabilis Cantata

Laetabilis Cantata 632146C "Song of joy"

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 250*20 [300*22] All 8+(50 Flash)+3 5*20 [5*22] Total: 131 [Total: 143] -46 [-75] P2* 8-8 All General purpose damage dealing distortion, but be wary that it can be hit out of after the superflash. Projectile does not disappear on hit, leading to favourable trades.

Rhapsody of Memories

Rhapsody of Memories 236236D, air OK

Version Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. Carl Ground - - - - Total: 10+(40 Flash)+69 +235 [+283] - - Carl Air - - - - Total: 10+(40 Flash)+53 - - - Nirvana 200*6, 300*2, 350*2, 500 - 10+(40 Flash)+9 See Notes 48 - BD 1-End Guard HBFP Nirvana OD 200*12, 300*4, 350*2, 500 - 10+9 See Notes 68 - BD 1-End Guard HBFP Nirvana attacks in a long string of attacks. During this time, Nirvana cannot be interrupted by hitting her or hitting Carl. Active Frames for the normal version are: 3 (12) 3 (12) 3 (9) 3 (12) 3 (12) 3 (12) 6 (9) 6 (20) 5 (26) 5 (38) 6. Active Frames for the OD version are: 2(8)2(8)2(6)2(8)2(8)2(6)2(8)2(8)2(6)2(8)2(8)2(8)4(6)4(6)4(6)4(21)5(24)5(54)6 Not the most damaging Distortion Drive, but it doesn't need to be. Often used on block to basically force Carl's opponent to stay still and block while Carl can freely try a number of mixup options to try and open them up. Be wary that you aren't completely impervious to damage while in this state since a number of moves can both hit Carl and launch the player to safety if timed correctly.

Fermata

Fermata 214214D, air OK "And the finale"

Version Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. Carl Ground - - - - 1+(103 Flash)+42 Normal: +14 OD: +24 - 1-1 All Carl Air - - - - 1+(103 Flash)+36 - - 1-1 All Nirvana 2500 [3000] Mid 1+(103 Flash)+16 6 124 - BD 1-End Guard P Nirvana OD Nirvana does one big slow uppercut, launches opponent very high Very easy to block on reaction, so best left for a big damage combo ender.

Arpeggio of Oblivion

Arpeggio of Oblivion (OD Only) 632146D

Version Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. Carl - - - - Total: 1+(89 Flash)+112 -30 - - Carl 1600, 3500 All 1+(89 Flash)+(8~16) 3 33 - BD - Very similar to Relius' Vol Tedo Distortion Drive Only available during Overdrive Nirvana cannot be interrupted during the move First hit Minimum Damage 10%. Second hit Minimum Damage 25%. Carl Immediately begins recovery animation on block for 46F One of the few Overdrive-only distortion drives, nothing particularly exciting, but does make for a very highly damaging combo ender.

Exceed Accel

Symphony of Lament ABCD during Overdrive

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 600*2, 400*2, 1000 {600, 240*15, 1000} All 20 [10] 3 34 -10 B 1-22 All [1-12 All] Carl's only reversal option, can be his only way to get out of trouble when isolated from Nirvana. Behaves like all Exceed Accels 10% minimum damage EA start up Slow: 20 Fast 10.

Astral Heat

Deus Ex Machina 64641236D

Damage GuardHow this attack can be guarded. Throws have their throw range listed instead. StartupShows how many frame that the corresponding move needs to go through in order to reach its active frames. ActiveShows how many frames where there is a hurtbox, AKA the hitbox where if the opponent touches it, he/she will take damage. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryShows how many frames that the character must go through after its active frames to automatically go back to a neutral stance. Frame AdvThe difference between the attacker's recovery and the period that the opponent is in blockstun. This frame advantage value is based off the fact that the very first active frame touches the opponent. AttributeSome attacks are invulnerable to attacks with specific attributes. This notes what attributes each attack possesses. H - Head B - Body F - Foot P - Projectile. Independant Projectiles will have their Durability level listed. For example a projectile that his Durability level 2 will show P2 T - Throw D - Doll move such as Nirvana and Ignis Inv.Attribute and Hitbox Invincibility information. 21850 All 1+(100 Flash)+17 ?? Total: 50 -30 P2 1-68 All Nirvana teleports in front of Carl and opens up a portal which contains the hitbox that starts the move. If it fails, Nirvana's gauge is depleted entirely.

External References

• Japanese Name: カルル＝クローバー
• Japanese Wiki
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• Arcade Profile Dan Rankings

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