GGACR/Ky Kiske



Movement Options Double Jump, 1 Airdash, Dash Type: Run Default P Default K Default S Default H Default D EX P EX K EX S EX H EX D Slash P Slash K Slash S Slash H Slash D¹ Reload P Reload K Reload S Reload H Reload D¹ Gold² Shadow² To select your color, press the corresponding button while in the designated "color set". Color sets can be toggled through by hitting the Respect button. Only selectable on the Arcade and PC-Rollback versions of the game. Available on home ports, and are selected by pressing the Rec. Enemy button on the Slash or Reload color sets, respectively. Gold characters are powered up versions, Shadow characters have infinite tension. Both are banned from tournament play.

Overview

Ky Kiske fulfills the role of an approachable and well rounded character.

Ky performs best at midrange with a variety of useful pokes at his disposal, but he has tools at every range thanks to his Stun Edge projectiles. He uses his fast and long reaching f.S to tame opponents and threaten them with high damage counter hit combos, and rounds out his spacing game with 2S, 5HS, 2K, and 2D. From well spaced pokes, experienced Ky players can cancel into Stun Dipper to secure knockdowns from afar. Frustrated opponents that jump at him will find themselves dealing with his above-the-knees invulnerable 6P and extremely long reaching 2HS. When he finds himself further away from the opponent he can use his Stun Edge projectiles to harass them, either covering his approach or playing keep away. After securing a knockdown, Ky can safely set up okizeme using Charged Stun Edge, then apply his strong pressure game by lacing in low attacks, frame traps, throws, and pressure resets with 6HS and 6K to wear the enemy down. To turn the tide, Ky can use his exceptional Stun Dipper to slide under pokes and projectiles and score knockdowns, utilize his overhead Greed Sever to attempt to catch the opponent slacking on defense, or spend Tension to use his fully invulnerable reversal, Ride The Lightning. He is a character that can rapidly switch between keeping the opponent away and turning on the offensive. His balanced movepool has a tool for every situation, though he lacks specialization in any one role. While some are quick to assume Ky is a painfully basic character, he has many tricks and tools in his arsenal that round out his game plan.

Ky Kiske Ky Kiske fulfills the role of an approachable and well rounded character.

Pros

Cons

strong neutral game; fast, far-reaching normals that yield knockdown and damage.
Pressure that utilizes many lows, rewarding frame traps, and opportunities to reset pressure or safely return to neutral.
Has a tool for every situation, including two strong anti-airs, a great mash out move in 2P and two reversal attacks.
Can Knockdown after most confirms thanks to Lightning Javelin having a ton of untechable time.
Strong okizeme between 3H, 236D, j.236D, j.D, j.214D, 5K and j.S

Second Chance mix up tools are limited and either require meter or end your turn and put you on the defensive.
His long distance game is very one dimensional and is very outclassed by most other projectile characters.
Many of his buttons have proration leaving Ky with very low average damage.
His approach is very straight forward and easy for more defensive characters to stop.

Guilty Bits Character Intro
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Normals

5P

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.	Invulnerability
5P *One of ky's fastest normals and works great for poking opponents close by Can chain into any of ky's normals depending on range Can also be used as a situational anti-air

5K

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.	Invulnerability
5K *Fast close ranged poke that works good in mix ups. Chains into all of ky's normals. Despite coming out as fast as 5P, 5K has quite a long active hitbox. Works great as a combo starter because it hits low. While 5K does work good for a combo starter it does have 80% proration. Frames 5-6 Frames 7-9 Frames 10-12

c.S

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.	Invulnerability
c.S is a close poke that comes out very fast. c.S can be chained into most of ky's kit and so works as a great combo starter. Also can work as a anti-air because it hits very high. You can use c.S as a good throw OS.

f.S

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.	Invulnerability
f.S is a far reaching normal best used to zone out your opponent from medium to far range. On block and hit you can cancel the move into either 2S or stun edge depending on range. It's recommended to be careful using f.S against characters who have low profiling moves such as Stun Dipper (Ky) and Grand Viper (Sol) along with Zappa's run and Faust's crouch walk. Frames 10-12 Frames 13-15

5H

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.	Invulnerability
5H is a good medium range poke that leaves ky at +1 on block Slighter shorter range than f.S but has a higher hitbox. Best raw starter for ky. leaves ky +1 on block allowing ky to reset pressure. Can combo into stun dipper on hit. Can also combo into stun edge but doing so will get rid of your frame advantage just to push your opponent away farther. Additional Frame Data Staggers opponent on ground CH (max 47F) GGXXACPR Ky 5H-Hitbox.png

6P

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.	Invulnerability
6P is a good anti air. Has upper body invulnerability. Beats most air normals, but may not be the best option for the scenerio. Untechable blowback launcher on counter hit Gattlings into a lot of Ky's normals. Can be used as a frame trap by canceling other moves into 6P. Additional Frame Data Upper body invincible 1~6F. Above knees invincible 7~13F. Blows back opponent on CH (untechable for 56F on ground hit, air hit for 28F). Initial prorate 90%

6K

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.	Invulnerability
6K is a weird move used mostly for combos and blockstrings +5 on hit and +6 on crouching hit. Allowing ky to link into jabs. Can special cancel 6K. Untechable on air hit. Used alot for ending corner combos allowing oki. Additional Frame Data Blows away opponent on air hit (untechable 25F)

6H

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.	Invulnerability
6H is a move with multiple uses but mainly used in combos Staggers on ground hit, wall bounces on air hit. Can work as a long range poke. Cancels into all of ky's S and H moves except for 6H. Along with being jump cancelable. Tricky to combo into in certain situations. Additional Frame Data Staggers opponent on ground hit (max 50F). Wall bounces opponent on air hit (untechable for 45F). Blockstun 22F on standing block

3H

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.	Invulnerability
3H is a good oki tool for ky. +15 on block with only 3 frames of recovery allowing you to block any reversal. Forces opponent into crouching state on hit. 1st Hit (Frames 23-30) 2nd Hit (Frames 31)

5D

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.	Invulnerability
5D is a standard dust Hits high. You can cancel into 5D from 5H on counter hit.

2P

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.	Invulnerability
2P is a fast low poke Cancels into all of ky's normals. Comes out in 4 frames. 2P prorates 80% and drops the guard gauge. +1 on block. Good for tick throw setups.

2K

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.	Invulnerability
2K works as a nice combo starter. Prorates 70%, but 2K can cancel into a lot of ky's kit. Leaves you +0 on block. Has good range and comes out fast.

2S

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.	Invulnerability
2S is a good low poke. Has good range. Ky's hurtbox is quite far from the hitbox.

2H

Keep The Flag Flying

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.	Invulnerability
2H is a good anti-air and zoning tool Catches jumps and iads very well. On air hit the move vacums the opponent into itself. 2H is jump cancelable. On counter hit 2H is a launcher. Frames 12-13 Frames 14-15

2D

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.	Invulnerability
2D is ky's main knockdown tool Has good range. Leads it oki. Is jump cancelable. Air charged stun edge and j.D are good oki options from jump cancelling. 2D into metered options is ky's main launcher. Additional Frame Data Initial Prorate: 85% Frames 7-12 Frames 13-17

j.P

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.	Invulnerability
j.P is a fast air poke Short range but comes out fast. Good air to air move. Used alot in air combos. Frames 6-8 Frames 9-11

j.K

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.	Invulnerability
j.K is a good air to air move. Beats out alot of moves in the air. Crosses up. Frames 7-10 Frames 11-14

j.S

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.	Invulnerability
j.S is mainly uses as a air mix up and combo filler. Can cross up. Good move to land with.

j.H

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.	Invulnerability
j.H is a multipurpose air move. Hits in alot of different places around ky. Used in alot of air combos. Great move to land with due to a large hitbox.

j.D

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.	Invulnerability
j.D is a unique move, Ky creates an electric cross in the air that stays for a bit until activating doing a small aoe attack. If ky gets hit the move will disappear. When Ky does j.D he will freeze in the air. Used as a cross up oki tool, but is not as good on short characters like zappa and faust. Can zone the opponent from air approaches, but not the most consistent. Additional Frame Data Floats opponent on ground hit (untechable for 28F). Floats opponent higher on CH (untechable for 46F). Landing recovery 11F. Ky is in CH state until 16F. Remains in place. Is a projectile. If j.D makes contact with a projectile, j.D's hitbox immediately disappears. Cannot perform 2nd j.D until first j.D has disappeared.

Universal Mechanics

Ground Throw

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.	Invulnerability
Basic ground throw. Has an FRC point at 59~60f. You get nice damage after it. Additional Frame Data Forced Prorate 50%. Knockdowns on hit

Air Throw

throws the opponent behind Ky. Wallbounces.

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.	Invulnerability
Basic air throw that leaves the opponent behind Ky. Can wallbounce and lead to a short combo. Additional Frame Data Wallbounces opponent on hit (untechable for 60F). Forced prorate 50%

Dead Angle Attack

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.	Invulnerability
For ky's dead angle attack ky does his 6P animation Wallbounces for possible combos in the corner Additional Frame Data Total length of animation: 38F. Fully invincible 1~14F. Throw invincible 15~32F. Wall bounces opponent on hit (untechable for 28F). Initial prorate 50%

Specials

Stun Edge

Stun Edge
236S/H

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.	Invulnerability
S
A good fast fireball type move People can iad over and punish continued use The S version comes out very fast and controls very good space. FRC Point at 22~23f The FRC is used mostly to continue pressure after moves that usually leave ky with alot of recovery. Additional Frame Data Untechable for 18F. Ky is in CH state from 1~21F
H
H Stun Edge moves faster than S Stun Edge, but has a longer startup and recovery. Meant for neutral. FRC Point at 25~26f Although not as strong as Xrd's YRC Stun Edge, it still allows some decent coverage while approaching and baiting IADs Additional Frame Data Untechable for 20F. Ky is in CH state from 1~24F

Charged Stun Edge
236D

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.	Invulnerability
Charged stun edge is a large multi-hit fireball that excels on oki Hits 3 times Amazing on oki by allowing free mix-ups Travels almost the entire screen. Has an FRC point at 31~32f There is a glitch where yo jump right after a successful frc making the Charged stun edge follow you into the air. Additional Frame Data Untechable for 20F Hitstop 7F. Can cancel into followup (Lightning Sphere) from 9~27F

Air Stun Edge
j.236S/H

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.	Invulnerability
S
S version goes at about a 30 degree angle. FRC point at 16~18f This restores air options Additional Frame Data Untechable for 18F. Ky is in crouching state during landing recovery. Has a minimum height requirement
H
H version goes at about a 60 degree angle. FRC point at 14~16f This restores air options Additional Frame Data Ky is in crouching state during landing recovery. Has a minimum height requirement

Air Charged Stun Edge
j.236D

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.	Invulnerability
This fireball does 3 hits like CSE and goes at about a 30 degree angle from straight down. FRC at 21~22f. Note that this FRC DOES NOT reset your jump options like the other 2 air fireballs The infamous 'shtkn strat' as named by Mike Z: j.236D FRC negative edge a j.236H! If you do this right, Ky will effectively do 2 air fireballs that cover a big part of the playing field. While you won't do much damage off this, You can use it to keep the opponent away and catch unsuspecting enemies that try to air dash or jump at you. Additional Frame Data Untechable for 25F. Ky is in crouching state during landing recovery. Hitstop 7F. Has a minimum height requirement

Vapor Thrust
623S/H air OK

You should mostly stick with the H version

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.	Invulnerability
S, Ground
A poor reversal special that easily whiffs on opponents doing low attacks. The S version isn't invulnerable to the first active frame, so it is possible to trade with the opponent's attacks. S Version tends to have better reward on counter hit and acts as a better Anti Air than the H Version. Also note that S Vapor Thrust launches the opponent higher than the H Vapor Thrust, so adjust combo timing appropriately. This attack is mostly used as combo filler/ender since the followup attack wallbounces and allows for extended combos midscreen or knockdown. Additional Frame Data Fully invincible 1~8F. Ky is airborne from 9F onwards. Floats opponent on hit (untechable for 50F). Initial prorate 80%. Can cancel into Rising Javelin from 16~29F
H, Ground
Ky's actual meterless reversal. Some combos may need the S Version and others the H one. Experiment. Additional Frame Data Fully invincible 1~10F. Strike invincible 11~15F. Ky is airborne from 11F onwards. Floats opponent on hit (untechable for 45F). Initial prorate 80%. Can cancel into Rising Javelin from 17~31F
Air
Mostly sees use as a combo filler. Additional Frame Data Strike invincible 1~10F. Floats opponent on hit (untechable for 45F). Can cancel into Rising Javelin from 15~33F

Lightning Javelin
Vapor Thrust -> S/H

S version wallsticks, H version wallbounces

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.	Invulnerability
S
S version blows the opponent down and away. Causes wallstick and can be used for either combos near the corner or to push the opponent towards the corner from midscreen. FRC Point at 24~26f Additional Frame Data Wallsticks opponent on hit (untechable for 62F, sticks for 32F). Ky is in CH state until landing
H
H version wallbounces the opponent. It is used to either combo the opponent midscreen or to knock down the opponent. FRC Point at 27~29f Additional Frame Data Wallbounces opponent on hit (untechable for 65F). Ky is in CH state until landing

Stun Dipper
236K

2nd hit won't combo if you do it too close to the opponent.

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.	Invulnerability
First hit is low, second is mid. Common use for this move is to do a combo that ends in slide then RC, then run up and do c.S > 2H > air combo. Be wary that the 2nd hit does not always combo from the first hit. This is distance dependent. However, if the first hit is a counter hit, the 2nd hit is guaranteed to hit them. FRC point at 24~26f Practice this! It's a great way to force the opponent to deal with a mixup since after this, you can run up throw, run up continue pressure, run up overhead, whatever. A lot of opponents like to burst on this move, but if you FRC it, you can block the burst and punish them! Another kinda gimmicky use is to do slide, FRC into GS for an overhead which which will surprise first time victims, but they'll catch on pretty quickly. Additional Frame Data Low profile 5~21F. 2nd hit knocks down opponent on hit.

Greed Sever
214K

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.	Invulnerability
Overhead, also crosses up opponents if done next to them. It's pretty easy to see coming, so don't rely on this too much. It's also good as a zoning move if you can predict that the opponent's going to air dash in at you or stick out a poke with a decent amount of recovery. It can also hop over some low hitting moves as well as over Sol's gunflame! This move gives a lot of tension if it hits, so it's useful for that, but don't use it for big damage since this move prorates 85%. On counter hit, it bounces them really high and is completely untechable, so don't be too surprised if this happens. Additional Frame Data Foot invincible and airborne from 4F onwards. Ground bounces opponent on hit (untechable for 40F). Floats opponent hight and fully untechable on CH. Ky is in crouching state during landing recovery. Startup to hit a crouching opponent is 21F (tested on Sol)

Lightning Strike
222H when opponent is down

Trading oki for damage. FRC to get both or combo

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.	Invulnerability
Can be used to deal damage after knocking down the opponent. This attack can whiff if the attack is inputted too late, in which you are stuck in recovery for quite a while. Normally the damage dealt is minimal due to damage scaling, but it can be used after short combos that end in knockdown to make it worth the sacrifice in oki. FRC Point at 14~16f to keep both or to continue a combo after knockdown. Additional Frame Data Removes OTG status on opponent on hit. Ky is in CH state during move. Hitstop 0F. Can only perform move when opponent is knocked down

Force Breaks

Lightning Sphere
CSE -> 4D

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.	Invulnerability
A great attack that must be FDed in the air and leads to great damage. Combos 2D > Lightning Sphere > c.S > 2H > air combo is a common combo that works on most characters. You must perform this much closer and quicker than usual to get it to work on characters like ABA and Robo-Ky. Defense This can work as an anti-rushdown tool because it covers a lot of space in front of Ky. If the opponent blocks, then great! It's +8 and pulls in in the opponent, so you get a chance to change the momentum of the match if you can force your opponents to block this. Corner Lockdown You can use it when your opponent is the corner as a safe blockstring starter because the opponent won't have as much room to maneuver around the attack. Additional Frame Data Pulls in opponent on hit or block Untechable for 25F. Hitstop 7F. Total length 43F. Can cancel into followup (Charge Drive) from 30~36F

Charge Drive
Ligtning Sphere -> 46D

Low-commitment Rising Force

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.	Invulnerability
Technically an overdrive. Wallsticks in the corner. Additional Frame Data Forced prorate 70%. Wallsticks opponent on hit (untechable for 80F, sticks for 60F)

Stun Rays
j.214D

Looks just like j.D, but has a lot of special properties.

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.	Invulnerability
A version of Ky's j.D that lasts a long time and remains active even if Ky gets hit. This attack must be FDed in the air. Zoning Use this to control space and to effectively block off a section of the screen for the opponent and to stop the opponent from rushing you down. Okizeme Lay this down on a knocked-down opponent to limit their wakeup options. Because the cross will stay out no matter what, the opponent must think twice before most reversal options. Do note that one common counter to this is to throw Ky on wakeup, so be sure to space it correctly (or be in the air) when the opponent wakes up. Additional Frame Data 22F hitstun on standing hit Floats opponent on CH (untechable for 62F). Untechable for 40F. Ky is in CH state until 15F. Remains in place. Hitstop 6F. Has a minimum height requirement. Projectile guaranteed to appear after 12F

FB Greed Sever
214D

Invincible to lows.

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.	Invulnerability
This version does decent damage by itself, but it's main utility is that it is invincible to low attacks during some of the startup. Ground bounces on CH for followup combos. Otherwise immediately knocks them down after which you can Lightning Strike FRC to combo if you wish to spend the meter. Additional Frame Data Initial prorate 80%. Knocks down opponent on air hit (untechable for 44F). Ground bounces opponent on CH (untechable for 43F, tested on Sol). Ky is airborne from 5~20F. Ky is in CH state during move. Fully invincible 1~4F

Overdrives

Ride the Lightning
632146H air OK

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.	Invulnerability
Ground
The ground one can be used a a wakeup reversal
Air
The aerial version can be used in combos if done as a low air juggle. Overall, these attacks as not used much. (Both versions): FRC Point at 53~56f (First frames of Recovery) allows Ky to do combos, although you are using 75% meter. Additional Frame Data Fully invincible 1~14F. Throw invincible 15~19F. Floats opponent on hit (untechable for 36F). Ky is in CH state during move. Hitstop 6F. Dizzy modifier x0

Sacred Edge
236236P

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.	Invulnerability
Can be used in combos after sweep and while it is +13 on block, it's most likely more meter-effecient to use Lightning Sphere for that purpose. FRC Point at 13~14 for added safety or being more plus on block (sounds cool on paper but it's still 75% Meter.) Semi-Unblockable Glitch Perform a CSE > FRC > Sacred Edge. The CSE will continue to go forward during the Sacred Edge's super flash. If the opponent is not blocking pre superflash, the CSE will hit them (assuming they are within range). Additional Frame Data Untechable for 30F. Hitstop 0F

Instant Kill

Rising Force
in IK Mode: 236236H

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.	Invulnerability
Ky's Instant Kill is actually pretty fast and far-reaching. This makes it useful if you are able to Bear Stun the opponent or if you are fighting ABA and can force her to transform out of Moroha Mode via knockdowns. Additional Frame Data IK mode activation: 46F

Notable Players

Name (English/Japanese)	Location	Common Venues	Contact	Status	Notes	Example Play
Machaboo	Japan	Mikado	-	Retired	Extremely strong all around player. If you don't know who this is, you're gonna learn.	Link
Ain	Japan	Mikado	-	Retired to Xrd	Aggressive, strong Ky player	Link
Rozu	Japan	Mikado	-	Retired to Xrd	-