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===<big>{{clr|1|5P}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|1|5P}}</big>===
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{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=5P
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_5P.png |As if millions of I-No players suddenly cried out in terror, and were suddenly silenced
</gallery>
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Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_5P_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_5P_hitbox2.png | Max Range
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{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
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|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="5P"
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==== ====
A long-reaching horizontal chain that reaches about two-thirds of the screen at full length. Reaches max range on frame 12.
A long-reaching horizontal chain that reaches about two-thirds of the screen at full length. Reaches max range on frame 12.
*Serves as a quick poke as well as an anti-air that stops jump attempts and some air dashes.
*Serves as a quick poke as well as an anti-air that stops jump attempts and some air dashes.
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*If {{clr|1|5P}} hits an opponent in the air, you can gatling into {{clr|2|6K}} or {{clr|3|2S}} for combos on normal hit. On counter hit can be comboed into Haitaka. RRC is also an option for some higher damage confirms.
*If {{clr|1|5P}} hits an opponent in the air, you can gatling into {{clr|2|6K}} or {{clr|3|2S}} for combos on normal hit. On counter hit can be comboed into Haitaka. RRC is also an option for some higher damage confirms.
*Its hurtbox extends to about half of the chain's length when fully extended; beware of being counter hit by moves like Slayer's Pilebunker.
*Its hurtbox extends to about half of the chain's length when fully extended; beware of being counter hit by moves like Slayer's Pilebunker.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|2|5K}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|2|5K}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=5K
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_5K.png |Your fastest normal
</gallery>
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Hitboxes=
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GGXRD_Axl_5K_hitbox.png |
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==== ====
A standing kick that's the closest thing Axl has to a jab.  
A standing kick that's the closest thing Axl has to a jab.  
*A common starter for pressure and combos since it's Axl's fastest normal and has good gatlings.
*A common starter for pressure and combos since it's Axl's fastest normal and has good gatlings.
*{{clr|2|5K}} also serves as one of his better abare options, though it's slower and has a lot more recovery than other abare normals.
*{{clr|2|5K}} also serves as one of his better abare options, though it's slower and has a lot more recovery than other abare normals.
*Can go over some low attacks because of no hurtbox beneath the kick.
*Can go over some low attacks because of no hurtbox beneath the kick.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|3|c.S}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|3|c.S}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=c.S
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
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GGXRD_Axl_c.S.png |Solid bread and butter normal
</gallery>
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Hitboxes=
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GGXRD_Axl_c.S_hitbox1.png |
GGXRD_Axl_c.S_hitbox2.png |
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|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="c.S"
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==== ====
An upward sickle attack commonly used in combos and pressure.
An upward sickle attack commonly used in combos and pressure.
*Extremely varied gatling options, having the most out of all of Axl's normals, as well as being plus on block.  
*Extremely varied gatling options, having the most out of all of Axl's normals, as well as being plus on block.  
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*Good choice for throw OS since it's faster than {{clr|1|6P}} and has much better hitbox vertically; beware of accidental Rensen if doing it out of blockstun.
*Good choice for throw OS since it's faster than {{clr|1|6P}} and has much better hitbox vertically; beware of accidental Rensen if doing it out of blockstun.
*Can be used to cover the vertical blind spot of {{clr|3|2S}} as an antiair, though it requires more precise timing due to lack of upper body invuln
*Can be used to cover the vertical blind spot of {{clr|3|2S}} as an antiair, though it requires more precise timing due to lack of upper body invuln
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}}


===<big>{{clr|3|f.S}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|3|f.S}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=f.S
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
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GGXRD_Axl_f.S.png |Good for people running at you
</gallery>
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GGXRD_Axl_f.S_hitbox.png |
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==== ====
A mid-range poke with great range and good startup.
A mid-range poke with great range and good startup.
*Decently strong round start option.
*Decently strong round start option.
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*Staggers on counter hit, but you can't really take advantage of it besides comboing into Rensen.
*Staggers on counter hit, but you can't really take advantage of it besides comboing into Rensen.
*Long cancel window, which makes executing Rensen YRC very easy.
*Long cancel window, which makes executing Rensen YRC very easy.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|4|5H}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|4|5H}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=5H
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_5H.png |For frame traps, catching jumps, or letting your opponent know you screwed up a throw attempt
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
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GGXRD_Axl_5H_hitbox1.png |
GGXRD_Axl_5H_hitbox2.png |
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{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
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==== ====
Slow swing with surprisingly good range, usually used after {{clr|3|c.S}} as combo/blockstring filler.
Slow swing with surprisingly good range, usually used after {{clr|3|c.S}} as combo/blockstring filler.
*The first two active frames are an extremely disjointed hitbox that can occasionally act as anti-air.
*The first two active frames are an extremely disjointed hitbox that can occasionally act as anti-air.
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*Rev2 extended the cancel window, allowing frame traps with Rensen.
*Rev2 extended the cancel window, allowing frame traps with Rensen.
*{{clr|3|c.S}} > {{clr|4|5H}} can sometimes drop against some characters due to hitbox weirdness.
*{{clr|3|c.S}} > {{clr|4|5H}} can sometimes drop against some characters due to hitbox weirdness.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|5|5D}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|5|5D}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=5D
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_5D.png |Axl Low: FFIX King of Jump Rope
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
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GGXRD_Axl_5D_hitbox1.png |
GGXRD_Axl_5D_hitbox2.png |
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==== ====
The universal overhead with a slow and very visible startup.
The universal overhead with a slow and very visible startup.
*Good range, relatively short recovery (making it usually safe on block) and plenty of normals to gatling from.
*Good range, relatively short recovery (making it usually safe on block) and plenty of normals to gatling from.
*Lower body/foot invuln between frames 17-25, which can let {{clr|5|5D}} avoid some low attacks, though using it this way is very impractical.
*Lower body/foot invuln between frames 17-25, which can let {{clr|5|5D}} avoid some low attacks, though using it this way is very impractical.
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}}


===<big>{{clr|1|6P}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|1|6P}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=6P
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_6P.png |Pretty average for a {{clr|1|6P}}
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_6P_hitbox.png |
</gallery>
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{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
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|}
==== ====
A backfist anti-air normal.  
A backfist anti-air normal.  
*Good upper-body invuln with a hitbox that's great against IADs and other low-height aerial approaches.  
*Good upper-body invuln with a hitbox that's great against IADs and other low-height aerial approaches.  
*Launches the opponent on CH, which can be followed up for high damage/corner carry with IAD {{clr|4|j.H}} > {{clr|5|j.D}} or Raiei.
*Launches the opponent on CH, which can be followed up for high damage/corner carry with IAD {{clr|4|j.H}} > {{clr|5|j.D}} or Raiei.
*Shares many gatlings with {{clr|3|c.S}}, making it decent for blockstrings, though be wary as it can whiff easily on some crouching hurtboxes.
*Shares many gatlings with {{clr|3|c.S}}, making it decent for blockstrings, though be wary as it can whiff easily on some crouching hurtboxes.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|2|6K}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|2|6K}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=6K
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_6K.png |Very rewarding AA, but with risks
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_6K_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_6K_hitbox2.png | Max range
</gallery>
</tabber>
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{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
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==== ====
A slow diagonal anti-air that hits twice.
A slow diagonal anti-air that hits twice.
*Second hit vacuums, and both hits can be jump cancelled.
*Second hit vacuums, and both hits can be jump cancelled.
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*If the opponent FDs it in the air, you can gatling into {{clr|4|6H}} for pressure, special cancel into Rensen to force FD, or jump cancel to move away.
*If the opponent FDs it in the air, you can gatling into {{clr|4|6H}} for pressure, special cancel into Rensen to force FD, or jump cancel to move away.
*Occasionally catches standing characters with tall hurtboxes, which you can confirm into a combo or blockstring with {{clr|3|c.S}}.
*Occasionally catches standing characters with tall hurtboxes, which you can confirm into a combo or blockstring with {{clr|3|c.S}}.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|4|6H}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|4|6H}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=6K
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_6H.png |YAHOO!
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_6H_hitbox1.png |
GGXRD_Axl_6H_hitbox2.png |
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</tabber>
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{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
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|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A leaping overhead with long startup and active frames.  
A leaping overhead with long startup and active frames.  
*Counterhit gives you a huge ground bounce for damaging combos. On normal hit can be RRC'd for extra damage and a knockdown.
*Counterhit gives you a huge ground bounce for damaging combos. On normal hit can be RRC'd for extra damage and a knockdown.
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*Hitting {{clr|4|6H}} late as meaty on wake-up gives you a big frame advantage, but can be reacted to with invuln reversals or blitz.  
*Hitting {{clr|4|6H}} late as meaty on wake-up gives you a big frame advantage, but can be reacted to with invuln reversals or blitz.  
*Linking to Kairagi on normal hit is possible on some characters whose shorter crouch block hurtboxes allows for meatier hits.   
*Linking to Kairagi on normal hit is possible on some characters whose shorter crouch block hurtboxes allows for meatier hits.   
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|1|2P}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|1|2P}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=2P
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2P.png |Also good for people running at you
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2P_hitbox1.png |First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_2P_hitbox2.png |Max Range
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|}
==== ====
A slowish horizontal chain that hits crouchers. Reaches max range on frame 16.
A slowish horizontal chain that hits crouchers. Reaches max range on frame 16.
*Strong low poke, often cancelled into Rensen for long range pressure.
*Strong low poke, often cancelled into Rensen for long range pressure.
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*Can be low profiled/low crushed by certain characters (e.g. Sol with Grand Viper, Johnny with forward dash).
*Can be low profiled/low crushed by certain characters (e.g. Sol with Grand Viper, Johnny with forward dash).
*Like all chain normals, has a long extended hurtbox; don't throw this move at projectiles.  
*Like all chain normals, has a long extended hurtbox; don't throw this move at projectiles.  
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===<big>{{clr|2|2K}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|2|2K}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=2K
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2K.png |Warning: This normal is extremely enabling
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2K_hitbox1.png |
GGXRD_Axl_2K_hitbox2.png |
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|}
==== ====
A low kick with decent startup and short range.
A low kick with decent startup and short range.
*Strong '''[[GGXRD-R2/Axl_Low/Strategy#2K_Low-profiling|low-profile]]''' normal, which lets Axl duck under many normals and specials.
*Strong '''[[GGXRD-R2/Axl_Low/Strategy#2K_Low-profiling|low-profile]]''' normal, which lets Axl duck under many normals and specials.
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*Loses cleanly to low pokes, so use other normals for ground footsies.
*Loses cleanly to low pokes, so use other normals for ground footsies.
*Common way to set up tick throws and frame traps.
*Common way to set up tick throws and frame traps.
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}}


===<big>{{clr|3|2S}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|3|2S}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=2S
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2S.png |Axl's expression here is the one you should make when anti-airing someone
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2S_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_2S_hitbox2.png | Max range
</gallery>
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{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
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|}
==== ====
Marvelous anti-air normal with a fast start-up and really long vertical range.  
Marvelous anti-air normal with a fast start-up and really long vertical range.  
*Hits twice, vacuums on the second hit, and is jump cancellable from either hit.
*Hits twice, vacuums on the second hit, and is jump cancellable from either hit.
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*Reaching higher takes longer than 8F so it can whiff against fast IADs from close range unless you use it preemptively. Try air throwing at these spacings instead.
*Reaching higher takes longer than 8F so it can whiff against fast IADs from close range unless you use it preemptively. Try air throwing at these spacings instead.
*Air moves that let characters stall in the air can cause {{clr|3|2S}} to whiff and/or get punished. Playing a little more patiently against these moves can help you get anti-air them more consistently.
*Air moves that let characters stall in the air can cause {{clr|3|2S}} to whiff and/or get punished. Playing a little more patiently against these moves can help you get anti-air them more consistently.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|4|2H}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|4|2H}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=2H
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2H.png |God Bless the Special Cancel
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
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GGXRD_Axl_2H_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_2H_hitbox2.png | Max range
</gallery>
</tabber>
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{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
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|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="2H"
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}}
|}
==== ====
A two-hit long-range low chain that vacuums on the second hit. Reaches max range on frame 20.
A two-hit long-range low chain that vacuums on the second hit. Reaches max range on frame 20.
*Reaches all the way to the ground to stop low-profile moves, but the long animation leaves you extremely vulnerable to jump-ins on whiff.
*Reaches all the way to the ground to stop low-profile moves, but the long animation leaves you extremely vulnerable to jump-ins on whiff.
**{{clr|4|2H}}(2) counterhit link combos are not possible because opponent can tech before {{clr|2|5K}} links, though at close range you can do Rensen-8 > {{clr|1|5P}} instead.
**{{clr|4|2H}}(2) counterhit link combos are not possible because opponent can tech before {{clr|2|5K}} links, though at close range you can do Rensen-8 > {{clr|1|5P}} instead.
**Gatlings to {{clr|4|6H}} and {{clr|5|5D}}; complementing the special cancel options nicely.
**Gatlings to {{clr|4|6H}} and {{clr|5|5D}}; complementing the special cancel options nicely.
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}}


===<big>{{clr|5|2D}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|5|2D}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=2D
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2D.png |A very active sweep with a sweet cancel window
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_2D_hitbox1.png |
GGXRD_Axl_2D_hitbox2.png |
GGXRD_Axl_2D_hitbox3.png |
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="2D"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
Sweep with a good startup, decent range and loads of active frames.  
Sweep with a good startup, decent range and loads of active frames.  
*Really long cancel window that's useful for frame trapping with Rensen or hitconfirming into Kairagi.
*Really long cancel window that's useful for frame trapping with Rensen or hitconfirming into Kairagi.
*The 10 active frames make {{clr|5|2D}} a solid normal to stick out against characters trying to approach you from the ground.
*The 10 active frames make {{clr|5|2D}} a solid normal to stick out against characters trying to approach you from the ground.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|1|3P}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|1|3P}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=3P
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_3P.png |Axl's favorite meaty normal
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_3P_hitbox.png |
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="3P"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A slowish all-purpose low poke with good range and recovery.
A slowish all-purpose low poke with good range and recovery.
*Counter hit launches the opponent, which can be followed up with a combo.  
*Counter hit launches the opponent, which can be followed up with a combo.  
*With its disjointed sweep-like hitbox, good gatlings, and frame advantage, {{clr|1|3P}} is not only a strong neutral poke, but also a safe meaty on an opponent's wakeup and a strong pressure tool.
*With its disjointed sweep-like hitbox, good gatlings, and frame advantage, {{clr|1|3P}} is not only a strong neutral poke, but also a safe meaty on an opponent's wakeup and a strong pressure tool.
**When baiting DPs be sure to space and time {{clr|1|3P}} correctly to avoid getting hit or clashing.
**When baiting DPs be sure to space and time {{clr|1|3P}} correctly to avoid getting hit or clashing.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|1|j.P}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|1|j.P}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=j.P
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.P.png |Not a lot of range, but your fastest air option
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.P_hitbox.png |
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="j.P"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A weak air jab which happens to be Axl's only self-cancellable normal.
A weak air jab which happens to be Axl's only self-cancellable normal.
*Rarely used in combos, though it's useful for low height pickups after {{clr|3|2S}}.
*Rarely used in combos, though it's useful for low height pickups after {{clr|3|2S}}.
*Can be used to cancel the first hit of {{clr|3|j.S}} to retract the extended hurtbox, which can save you from projectiles like Gunflame.
*Can be used to cancel the first hit of {{clr|3|j.S}} to retract the extended hurtbox, which can save you from projectiles like Gunflame.
*Due to its inability to be self-cancellable on whiff, long recovery for a jab, and stubby hitbox, it's a poor air-to-air.
*Due to its inability to be self-cancellable on whiff, long recovery for a jab, and stubby hitbox, it's a poor air-to-air.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|2|j.K}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|2|j.K}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=j.K
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.K.png |Why the CH untech is so long no one can quite say
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.K_hitbox.png |
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="j.K"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A kick with long active frames and jump cancel.
A kick with long active frames and jump cancel.
*Mostly air combo filler, usually followed up with jc {{clr|4|j.H}} > {{clr|5|j.D}} > Axl Bomber.
*Mostly air combo filler, usually followed up with jc {{clr|4|j.H}} > {{clr|5|j.D}} > Axl Bomber.
*Air counter hit has huge untech time that can easily be confirmed into a full combo. This plus its decent hitbox makes {{clr|2|j.K}} usable as a situational air-to-air.
*Air counter hit has huge untech time that can easily be confirmed into a full combo. This plus its decent hitbox makes {{clr|2|j.K}} usable as a situational air-to-air.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|3|j.S}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|3|j.S}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=j.S
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.S.png |Be mindful of the hurtbox on the chain
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.S_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_j.S_hitbox2.png | Max range
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="j.S"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A long diagonal air-to-ground chain.  
A long diagonal air-to-ground chain.  
*Hits twice, second hit vacuums and is a mid. Counter hit state recovery.
*Hits twice, second hit vacuums and is a mid. Counter hit state recovery.
Line 621: Line 212:
*Hurtbox traveling along most of the chain means it can be anti-aired if read; the small hitbox can also whiff if you are too close or do it too high in the air.
*Hurtbox traveling along most of the chain means it can be anti-aired if read; the small hitbox can also whiff if you are too close or do it too high in the air.
*The second hit's hitbox travels back towards Axl, which can occasionally catch opponents off guard.
*The second hit's hitbox travels back towards Axl, which can occasionally catch opponents off guard.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|4|j.H}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|4|j.H}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=j.H
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.H.png |Either a jump-in or combo filler
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.H_hitbox1.png |
GGXRD_Axl_j.H_hitbox2.png |
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="j.H"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A big chain swing with good damage and long active frames.
A big chain swing with good damage and long active frames.
*Axl's best jump in at close range thanks to its active frames and hitbox.
*Axl's best jump in at close range thanks to its active frames and hitbox.
*Only gatlings into {{clr|5|j.D}}, which can make it more unsafe than {{clr|2|j.K}} if Axl is too high.
*Only gatlings into {{clr|5|j.D}}, which can make it more unsafe than {{clr|2|j.K}} if Axl is too high.
*Early active frames can cross up, but the practical usage is nonexistent due to how hard it is to do.
*Early active frames can cross up, but the practical usage is nonexistent due to how hard it is to do.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|5|j.D}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|5|j.D}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=j.D
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.D.png |You can use it for ghetto dustloops, too!
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.D_hitbox.png |
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="j.D"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A big kick that's mostly limited to combos.
A big kick that's mostly limited to combos.
*Launches the opponent with big float on both ground and air hits; wallsplats in the corner.  
*Launches the opponent with big float on both ground and air hits; wallsplats in the corner.  
*Huge untech time on both regular and counter hit, which makes it an important '''[[GGXRD-R2/Axl_Low/Combos#j.D_Combos|combo extension/conversion tool]]'''.
*Huge untech time on both regular and counter hit, which makes it an important '''[[GGXRD-R2/Axl_Low/Combos#j.D_Combos|combo extension/conversion tool]]'''.
*Landing recovery makes it punishable with throws or fast normals if done too high.
*Landing recovery makes it punishable with throws or fast normals if done too high.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|1|j.6P}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|1|j.6P}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=j.6P
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.6P.png |For when you want a ranged poke in the air but {{clr|3|j.S}} won't hit
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.6P_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_j.6P_hitbox2.png | Max range
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="j.6P"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A long aerial horizontal chain poke.
A long aerial horizontal chain poke.
*A little more reliable than {{clr|2|j.K}} for air-to-air situations, with a lot less reward on hit.
*A little more reliable than {{clr|2|j.K}} for air-to-air situations, with a lot less reward on hit.
Line 720: Line 243:
*Good confirm from a falling {{clr|3|j.S}} air hit; can be even linked into {{clr|1|5P}} for more damage if the opponent is close enough to the ground.   
*Good confirm from a falling {{clr|3|j.S}} air hit; can be even linked into {{clr|1|5P}} for more damage if the opponent is close enough to the ground.   
*Can be used after {{clr|2|6K}} to combo at ranges where {{clr|3|2S}} won't connect.
*Can be used after {{clr|2|6K}} to combo at ranges where {{clr|3|2S}} won't connect.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|2|j.6K}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|2|j.6K}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=j.6K
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.6K.png |For more bombers!
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.6K_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_j.6K_hitbox2.png | Max range
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="j.6K"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A long upwards chain with vacuum on second hit. Counter hit recovery.
A long upwards chain with vacuum on second hit. Counter hit recovery.
*The ideal followup from {{clr|1|j.6P}}; cancel into Axl Bomber to end combos. Be wary that at some spacings Axl Bomber will whiff.
*The ideal followup from {{clr|1|j.6P}}; cancel into Axl Bomber to end combos. Be wary that at some spacings Axl Bomber will whiff.
*Good for making the opponent block in the air; while it doesn't require FD, it has a ridiculous vertical range, strong hitbox, and fast startup. Useful for intercepting characters with big air hurtboxes or poor air mobility, like Dizzy and Faust.
*Good for making the opponent block in the air; while it doesn't require FD, it has a ridiculous vertical range, strong hitbox, and fast startup. Useful for intercepting characters with big air hurtboxes or poor air mobility, like Dizzy and Faust.
*When not in a position to combo into Axl Bomber the second hit's vacuum can actually work against Axl by bring the opponent uncomfortably close, so when using {{clr|2|j.6K}} to harass it's recommended to cancel the first hit into {{clr|1|j.P}}.
*When not in a position to combo into Axl Bomber the second hit's vacuum can actually work against Axl by bring the opponent uncomfortably close, so when using {{clr|2|j.6K}} to harass it's recommended to cancel the first hit into {{clr|1|j.P}}.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>{{clr|3|j.2S}}</big>===
===<big>{{clr|3|j.2S}}</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=j.2S
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.2S.png |For the sneaky people running under {{clr|3|j.S}}
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_j.2S_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_j.2S_hitbox2.png | Max range
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="j.2S"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A single-hit poke at a sharper angle than {{clr|3|j.S}}, with lots of active frames. Counter hit recovery.
A single-hit poke at a sharper angle than {{clr|3|j.S}}, with lots of active frames. Counter hit recovery.
*Great when used defensively to stuff ground approaches when {{clr|3|j.S}} would whiff, or to prevent air throw attempts.
*Great when used defensively to stuff ground approaches when {{clr|3|j.S}} would whiff, or to prevent air throw attempts.
Line 789: Line 266:
*Has a dead zone underneath Axl, so characters who are fast enough can run under Axl as he jumps and punish. The counter hit recovery can make getting hit in this situation a lot more punishing.
*Has a dead zone underneath Axl, so characters who are fast enough can run under Axl as he jumps and punish. The counter hit recovery can make getting hit in this situation a lot more punishing.
*Can gatling into {{clr|1|j.P}}
*Can gatling into {{clr|1|j.P}}
{{CloseCard}}
}}
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==Universal Mechanics==
==Universal Mechanics==


===<big>Ground Throw</big>===
===<big>Ground Throw</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=Ground Throw
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
|description=
GGXRD_Axl_GroundThrow.png |Slam 'em to the ground
</gallery>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="Ground Throw"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
A strong throw which leads to combos and/or a knockdown.
A strong throw which leads to combos and/or a knockdown.
*Throws the opponent behind Axl, which makes the back/forward trade-off work backwards (e.g. throw OS isn't very useful for corner pressure).
*Throws the opponent behind Axl, which makes the back/forward trade-off work backwards (e.g. throw OS isn't very useful for corner pressure).
*Midscreen throw combos do about 115 damage with knockdown, while corner throw combos do about 135 damage with knockdown.
*Midscreen throw combos do about 115 damage with knockdown, while corner throw combos do about 135 damage with knockdown.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>Air Throw</big>===
===<big>Air Throw</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=Air Throw
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
|description=
GGXRD_Axl_AirThrow.png |Not much to say about it other than it does its job
</gallery>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="Air Throw"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
Pretty standard fare air throw which knocks down.  
Pretty standard fare air throw which knocks down.  
*Like ground throw, tosses the opponent behind you
*Like ground throw, tosses the opponent behind you
*Important anti-air option against jump angles that {{clr|3|2S}} and {{clr|1|6P}} can not cover (e.g. high-altitude air dash that goes above your head).
*Important anti-air option against jump angles that {{clr|3|2S}} and {{clr|1|6P}} can not cover (e.g. high-altitude air dash that goes above your head).
*Extending with RRC is possible, if sometimes finicky, by doing an airdash {{clr|5|j.D}}, though it's only recommended to do so if the combo will kill.
*Extending with RRC is possible, if sometimes finicky, by doing an airdash {{clr|5|j.D}}, though it's only recommended to do so if the combo will kill.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>Dead Angle Attack</big>===
===<big>Dead Angle Attack</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=DAA
<tabber>
|description=
Images=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_6P.png |It WILL whiff often and it WILL make you sad
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD_Axl_6P_hitbox.png |
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2}}
|-
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="DAA"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
Kind of a lame DAA based on {{clr|1|6P}} animation.  
Kind of a lame DAA based on {{clr|1|6P}} animation.  
*Decent startup, but terrible hitbox which is easily low-profiled by crouching moves.  
*Decent startup, but terrible hitbox which is easily low-profiled by crouching moves.  
*Stops projectile okizeme if you manage to hit the opponent, so it can be useful in some matchups.
*Stops projectile okizeme if you manage to hit the opponent, so it can be useful in some matchups.
{{CloseCard}}
}}


===<big>Blitz Attack</big>===
===<big>Blitz Attack</big>===
<div class="attack-container">
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
<div class="attack-gallery">
|input=Blitz,[Blitz]
<tabber>
|versioned=name
Images=
|description=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD-R_Axl_BlitzAttack.png |Look at that grin
</gallery>
|-|
Hitboxes=
<gallery widths="210px" heights="210px" mode="nolines">
GGXRD-R_Axl_BlitzAttack_hitbox.png |
</gallery>
</tabber>
</div>
<div class="attack-info">
{| class="wikitable attack-data"
{{FrameDataHeader-GGXRD-R2|version=yes}}
|-
{{AttackVersion|name=Uncharged}}
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="Blitz"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|-
{{AttackVersion|name=Max Charge}}
{{#cargo_query:tables=MoveData_GGXRDR2
|fields=damage,guard,startup,active,recovery,onBlock,invuln
|where=chara="{{SUBPAGENAME}}" and input="[Blitz]"
|format=template|template=FrameData-GGXRD-R2|named args=yes|order by=_ID
}}
|}
==== ====
Universal mechanic, click [[GGXRD-R2/Defense#Blitz_Attack|here]] for more information.
Universal mechanic, click [[GGXRD-R2/Defense#Blitz_Attack|here]] for more information.
*On midscreen hit you don't really get much other than a {{clr|1|5P}} on partial charge and a basic ground combo on full charge.
*On midscreen hit you don't really get much other than a {{clr|1|5P}} on partial charge and a basic ground combo on full charge.
*In the corner you can followup with IAD {{clr|4|j.H}}D if they are low enough after partial charge.
*In the corner you can followup with IAD {{clr|4|j.H}}D if they are low enough after partial charge.
*A common way to combo into max charge is after Rensen-8 RRC; while expensive, it can be a slightly more optimal way to end rounds since it drains some Burst meter, while usually still allowing you to get a knockdown if you misjudged
*A common way to combo into max charge is after Rensen-8 RRC; while expensive, it can be a slightly more optimal way to end rounds since it drains some Burst meter, while usually still allowing you to get a knockdown if you misjudged
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==Special Moves==
==Special Moves==


===<big>Sickle Flash</big>===
===<big>Sickle Flash</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|3|[4]6S}}'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|3|[4]6S}}}}
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GGXRD_Axl_SickleFlash.png |Your favorite special
GGXRD_Axl_MelodyChain.png |Hilariously large hitbox
GGXRD_Axl_SpinningChainStrike.png |Surprisingly very painful to get hit by
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GGXRD_Axl_SickleFlash_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_SickleFlash_hitbox2.png | Max Range
GGXRD_Axl_MelodyChain_hitbox1.png | First active frame
GGXRD_Axl_MelodyChain_hitbox2.png | End of pullback
GGXRD_Axl_SpinningChainStrike_hitbox.png |
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{{AttackVersion|name=Melody Chain|subtitle=Sickle Flash > 8 or 9}}
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{{AttackVersion|name=Spinning Chain Strike|subtitle=Sickle Flash > 2 or 3}}
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'''Sickle Flash''' (or "Rensengeki", usually abbreviated "'''Rensen'''"), a long three-hit chain projectile, is the move that defines Axl as a character. It has a relatively quick startup, a hitbox that reaches all the way to the floor, long range, and fast travel time, which makes it a strong tool for stopping any ground approaches or harassing from a distance.  
'''Sickle Flash''' (or "Rensengeki", usually abbreviated "'''Rensen'''"), a long three-hit chain projectile, is the move that defines Axl as a character. It has a relatively quick startup, a hitbox that reaches all the way to the floor, long range, and fast travel time, which makes it a strong tool for stopping any ground approaches or harassing from a distance.  
*Knocks down on hit, though in longer combos the opponent may be able to recover before hitting ground.
*Knocks down on hit, though in longer combos the opponent may be able to recover before hitting ground.
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*Rensen can be done out of a microdash (done by inputting [4]{{clr|3|66S}}) for additional reach.
*Rensen can be done out of a microdash (done by inputting [4]{{clr|3|66S}}) for additional reach.
*Doesn't cause any pushback against cornered opponents, which can make a blocked Rensen dangerous if not enough distance is created.  
*Doesn't cause any pushback against cornered opponents, which can make a blocked Rensen dangerous if not enough distance is created.  
 
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===<big>Melody Chain</big>===
[[Image:Tinysickleflash.png|center]]
{{InputBadge|{{clr|3|[4]6S}} > 8}}
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'''Melody Chain''' ("Kyokusageki") is mostly used to catch opponents trying to jump over a Rensen, but can also put them in an unfavorable air tech situation after a hit.  
'''Melody Chain''' ("Kyokusageki") is mostly used to catch opponents trying to jump over a Rensen, but can also put them in an unfavorable air tech situation after a hit.  
*Counter hit is untechable, leads to a free combo.  
*Counter hit is untechable, leads to a free combo.  
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*If it connects with people right above Axl's head you can link into {{clr|1|5P}} or {{clr|3|2S}} for a full combo.
*If it connects with people right above Axl's head you can link into {{clr|1|5P}} or {{clr|3|2S}} for a full combo.
*Like Rensen, the up followup is a projectile, and does no pushback against cornered opponents. With it being -13 on normal block you must never use this when you have someone in the corner.
*Like Rensen, the up followup is a projectile, and does no pushback against cornered opponents. With it being -13 on normal block you must never use this when you have someone in the corner.
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===<big>Spinning Chain Strike</big>===
{{InputBadge|{{clr|3|[4]6S}} > 2}}
{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
|input=[4]6S > 2
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'''Spinning Chain Strike''' ("Sensageki") provides a more damaging knockdown option.  
'''Spinning Chain Strike''' ("Sensageki") provides a more damaging knockdown option.  
*Can be used to surprise opponents trying to jump or move forward after blocking Rensen.  
*Can be used to surprise opponents trying to jump or move forward after blocking Rensen.  
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*Gives a better knockdown than TK Bomber for corner combos, but connecting successfully is character specific.
*Gives a better knockdown than TK Bomber for corner combos, but connecting successfully is character specific.
*Characters can fall out and get OTG'd when down followup is done from too far away.
*Characters can fall out and get OTG'd when down followup is done from too far away.
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===<big>Artemis Hunter</big>===
===<big>Artemis Hunter</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|3|623S}}'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|3|623S}}}}
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|input=623S
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GGXRD_Axl_ArtemisHunter.png |Benten-sama!
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GGXRD_Axl_ArtemisHunter_hitbox.png |
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==== ====
Also known as "Benten Gari", or just '''Benten'''. A grounded DP with a strong vertical hitbox.  
Also known as "Benten Gari", or just '''Benten'''. A grounded DP with a strong vertical hitbox.  
*Full invuln on frames 1-11; great for interrupting pressure, and its enormous hitbox lets it stuff sudden approaches when the opponent is too close to react with anything else.
*Full invuln on frames 1-11; great for interrupting pressure, and its enormous hitbox lets it stuff sudden approaches when the opponent is too close to react with anything else.
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*The move's recovery leaves Axl standing and is not in counterhit state, which can make block/whiff punishing more awkward on it than on other DPs.
*The move's recovery leaves Axl standing and is not in counterhit state, which can make block/whiff punishing more awkward on it than on other DPs.
*Benten RRC is a reliable, if expensive, way of interrupting another character's offense. Can also lead to damaging combos and corner carry on hit.
*Benten RRC is a reliable, if expensive, way of interrupting another character's offense. Can also lead to damaging combos and corner carry on hit.
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===<big>Thunder Shadow Chain</big>===
===<big>Thunder Shadow Chain</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|2|623K}}'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|2|623K}}}}
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GGXRD_Axl_ThunderShadowChain.png |Great for annoying people
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GGXRD_Axl_ThunderShadowChain_hitbox.png |
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==== ====
Also known as "Raieisageki", or just '''Raiei'''. A leaping crossup attack that's plus on block.  
Also known as "Raieisageki", or just '''Raiei'''. A leaping crossup attack that's plus on block.  
*Knocks down grounded opponents on normal hit. Can be RRC'd for a full combo.
*Knocks down grounded opponents on normal hit. Can be RRC'd for a full combo.
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*Hits same side at about post-throw knockdown distance, so with proper spacing the move can become ambiguous, though blitz will stop it.
*Hits same side at about post-throw knockdown distance, so with proper spacing the move can become ambiguous, though blitz will stop it.
*Long startup and lack of any invuln makes Raiei vulnerable to air throws or abare, so don't become predictable with it.
*Long startup and lack of any invuln makes Raiei vulnerable to air throws or abare, so don't become predictable with it.
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===<big>Spindle Spinner</big>===
===<big>Spindle Spinner</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|4|41236H}}'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|4|41236H}}}}
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{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
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|description=
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GGXRD_Axl_SpindleSpinner.png|
GGXRD_Axl_SpindleSpinner2.png|It is proper etiquette to scream "YES!!" with Axl when this move lands, even if you're the one being hit.
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GGXRD_Axl_SpindleSpinner_hitbox.png |
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Also known as "'''Rashousen'''". A far reaching command grab (not an unblockable attack) that pulls the opponent up to the ceiling and explodes them.  
Also known as "'''Rashousen'''". A far reaching command grab (not an unblockable attack) that pulls the opponent up to the ceiling and explodes them.  
*Easily avoided on reaction with jumping, especially from any further than point-blank (where it loses to mashing). Avoid using this move unless you are absolutely confident that you have conditioned the opponent to sit still.
*Easily avoided on reaction with jumping, especially from any further than point-blank (where it loses to mashing). Avoid using this move unless you are absolutely confident that you have conditioned the opponent to sit still.
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*On hit, can be RRC'd in two ways: after the explosion and at the moment the opponent is tied up by the chains (usually called the "0-hit RC"). It's recommended to do the latter RC as the opponent is held in place for about three seconds, allowing significant corner carry as well as an unprorated combo of your choice
*On hit, can be RRC'd in two ways: after the explosion and at the moment the opponent is tied up by the chains (usually called the "0-hit RC"). It's recommended to do the latter RC as the opponent is held in place for about three seconds, allowing significant corner carry as well as an unprorated combo of your choice
*The projectile that Axl throws out can be flicked by Potemkin and nullified by Jack-O's Aegis Field. Despite this, it does not interact with other projectiles at all. Throw-invuln moves will also bypass the projectile.
*The projectile that Axl throws out can be flicked by Potemkin and nullified by Jack-O's Aegis Field. Despite this, it does not interact with other projectiles at all. Throw-invuln moves will also bypass the projectile.
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===<big>Heaven Can Wait</big>===
===<big>Heaven Can Wait</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|1|214P}}/{{clr|2|K}}'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|1|214P}}/{{clr|2|K}}}}
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{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
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|description=
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GGXRD_Axl_HeavenCanWait.png |U wot mate?
GGXRD_Axl_HeavenCanWait3.png|The bandana does more than just look good
</gallery>
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GGXRD_Axl_HeavenCanWait_P_hitbox.png |
GGXRD_Axl_HeavenCanWait_K_hitbox.png |
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{{AttackVersion|name=K}}
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==== ====
Also known as "Tenhou Seki". A counter usable for catching predictable or slow attacks.
Also known as "Tenhou Seki". A counter usable for catching predictable or slow attacks.
*P counter catches mids and highs, while K counter catches lows. Axl can combo meterlessly off of both counters.
*P counter catches mids and highs, while K counter catches lows. Axl can combo meterlessly off of both counters.
*Works against supers, and loses to true unblockable attacks.
*Works against supers, and loses to true unblockable attacks.
*Both versons only start catching attacks at frame 4, making them impractical as wakeup reversals.
*Both versons only start catching attacks at frame 4, making them impractical as wakeup reversals.
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===<big>Axl Bomber</big>===
===<big>Axl Bomber</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|4|j.623H}}'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|4|j.623H}}}}
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{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
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GGXRD_Axl_AxlBomber.png |No, this is not a DP
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GGXRD_Axl_AxlBomber_hitbox.png |
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Axl's primary air combo ender.  
Axl's primary air combo ender.  
*[[GGXRD-R2/Axl_Low/Strategy#TK_Axl_Bomber|'''TK Bomber''']] is a key combo extender and ender, especially in the corner.
*[[GGXRD-R2/Axl_Low/Strategy#TK_Axl_Bomber|'''TK Bomber''']] is a key combo extender and ender, especially in the corner.
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*A counter hit gives you a huge launch for a free combo, but landing one is very unlikely.
*A counter hit gives you a huge launch for a free combo, but landing one is very unlikely.
*Can be YRC'd to act as an extra "jump". If you YRC early enough you can halt your air momentum, though uses for this are limited.
*Can be YRC'd to act as an extra "jump". If you YRC early enough you can halt your air momentum, though uses for this are limited.
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===<big>Sparrowhawk Stance</big>===
===<big>Sparrowhawk Stance</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|4|214H}}'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|4|214H}}}}
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GGXRD_Axl_SparrowhawkStance.png |
GGXRD_Axl_SparrowhawkStance2.png |Still the ultimate scrub killer
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GGXRD_Axl_SparrowhawkStance_P_hitbox1.png | Stance P first active frame
GGXRD_Axl_SparrowhawkStance_P_hitbox2.png | Stance P max range
GGXRD_Axl_SparrowhawkStance_K_hitbox1.png | Stance K first active frame
GGXRD_Axl_SparrowhawkStance_K_hitbox2.png | Stance K max range
GGXRD_Axl_SparrowhawkStance_S_hitbox1.png | Stance S first active frame
GGXRD_Axl_SparrowhawkStance_S_hitbox2.png | Stance S max range
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{{AttackVersion|name=→Low|subtitle=Stance > S}}
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{{AttackVersion|name=→End Stance|subtitle=Stance > H}}
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==== ====
Also known as "Haitaka no Kamae". Completely overhauled in Rev2, now Axl's stance goes quickly into strong fullscreen attacks. While weaker at pressure, it is a solid fullscreen poking tool.
Also known as "Haitaka no Kamae". Completely overhauled in Rev2, now Axl's stance goes quickly into strong fullscreen attacks. While weaker at pressure, it is a solid fullscreen poking tool.
*Upon entering the stance, you can throw out a chain attack with P, K, and S, or exit the stance with H.
*Upon entering the stance, you can throw out a chain attack with P, K, and S, or exit the stance with H.
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*Axl can only PRC while waiting in stance; in order to YRC to defend against opponents who get too close, you must do so during the startup any of the followups, including the stance cancel.
*Axl can only PRC while waiting in stance; in order to YRC to defend against opponents who get too close, you must do so during the startup any of the followups, including the stance cancel.
*While partially disjointed, the hurtboxes still extend to about half-screen, which can be hit by projectiles or characters who manage to dodge a followup.
*While partially disjointed, the hurtboxes still extend to about half-screen, which can be hit by projectiles or characters who manage to dodge a followup.
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==Overdrives==
==Overdrives==


===<big>Sickle Storm</big>===
===<big>Sickle Storm</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|4|2363214H}}'''</span> <span class="input-badge">'''({{clr|5|2363214D}})'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|4|2363214H}}}} {{InputBadge|({{clr|5|2363214D}})}}
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{{GGXRD-R2 Move Card|game=GGXRD-R2
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|description=
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GGXRD_Axl_SickleStorm.png |For when you want to DP but you also want more fire
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GGXRD_Axl_SickleStorm_hitbox1.png |
GGXRD_Axl_SickleStorm_hitbox2.png |
GGXRD_Axl_SickleStorm_hitbox3.png |
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==== ====
Also known as "Byakue Renshou". Big flaming swing followed by a fiery projectile.  
Also known as "Byakue Renshou". Big flaming swing followed by a fiery projectile.  
*Full invuln on frames 1-16, throw invuln on 17-18.
*Full invuln on frames 1-16, throw invuln on 17-18.
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*Mind distance and opponent's height as you attempt to combo into this move. Being too far causes the second hit to whiff and the rest of the super to OTG, while the opponent being too high reduces the number of hits the projectile does. In both cases damage is sharply reduced.
*Mind distance and opponent's height as you attempt to combo into this move. Being too far causes the second hit to whiff and the rest of the super to OTG, while the opponent being too high reduces the number of hits the projectile does. In both cases damage is sharply reduced.
*Punishable by blocking the first part and jumping/IADing over the second, so don't expect to be unpunished on block when using this super as a reversal.
*Punishable by blocking the first part and jumping/IADing over the second, so don't expect to be unpunished on block when using this super as a reversal.
 
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<div class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed"><br>
[[Image:GGXRD_Axl_SickleStorm-Animated.gif|center]]
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===<big>Shark Strike</big>===
===<big>Shark Strike</big>===
<span class="input-badge">'''{{clr|3|214214S}}'''</span>
{{InputBadge|{{clr|3|214214S}}}}
<div class="attack-container">
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Also known as "Kairagi Yakou". A lightning-fast two-hit strike that pulls the opponent in.  
Also known as "Kairagi Yakou". A lightning-fast two-hit strike that pulls the opponent in.  
*Extremely quick startup with almost fullscreen range without extending the hurtbox, but no invuln.
*Extremely quick startup with almost fullscreen range without extending the hurtbox, but no invuln.
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*Big frame advantage on block, but using this super as a pressure starter is a waste of meter, especially when Rensen YRC exists.
*Big frame advantage on block, but using this super as a pressure starter is a waste of meter, especially when Rensen YRC exists.
*5f startup means you can use this super as a situational block punish against moves that are normally safe or not heavily punishable.
*5f startup means you can use this super as a situational block punish against moves that are normally safe or not heavily punishable.
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==[[GGXRD-R2/Offense#Instant Kill|Instant Kill]]==
==[[GGXRD-R2/Offense#Instant Kill|Instant Kill]]==


===<big>Amphora Conflagration</big>===
===<big>Amphora Conflagration</big>===
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Also known as "Kanamari Rekka". Shares its animation with first hit of Sickle Storm.
Also known as "Kanamari Rekka". Shares its animation with first hit of Sickle Storm.


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*5D-6: The only practical 50 meter option, can be done midscreen and in the corner.
*5D-6: The only practical 50 meter option, can be done midscreen and in the corner.
*Blitz: Requires 62.5 meter. Make sure the opponent doesn't have 25 as they can blitz back.
*Blitz: Requires 62.5 meter. Make sure the opponent doesn't have 25 as they can blitz back.
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==External References==
==External References==

Revision as of 04:08, 26 September 2022

Overview
Overview

Axl is the resident zoner of Xrd. While his chains may remind you of Street Fighter's Dhalsim, he has some tools to pressure opponents at close range as well. If you can react to (or predict) your opponent's jumps, Axl is more than capable of tagging them with his phenomenal anti-airs, some reaching more than half the screen (horizontally, diagonally or vertically). Most of his anti-air hits can easily be converted into high damage combos with plenty of corner carry. If the opponent remains grounded, Axl's Rensen is an extremely potent keepaway tool that rips through projectiles, has a built-in anti-air followup, and can be YRC'd to allow Axl to cover both the ground and the air.

Axl's main weakness is his subpar defense. While he is not lacking in options, he must take big risks to escape bad situations. Failing to make the correct defensive decisions will quickly lose you the round due to Axl's low health. Even after a successful reset to neutral, Axl struggles to come back from large life deficits due to his relatively basic offense, and is usually forced to slowly grind an opponent down instead. Also of note is Axl's poor mobility, which can make it hard to maneuver around characters with better movement options, as well as certain projectiles. In addition, most of his long-range pokes have dramatically extended hurtboxes and long recovery times, making Axl vulnerable if he whiffs a normal at the wrong time. In order to be successful with Axl, you must know how to correctly use his normals in order to prevent an opponent from starting their offense, and know how to take advantage of universal mechanics if you're forced to defend.

 Axl Low  Axl Low is the resident zoner of Xrd. While his chains may remind you of the limbs of Dhalsim from Street Fighter, he has some tools to pressure opponents at close range as well.

Pros
Cons
  • Long Chains: Long-reaching normals and specials that can be hitconfirmed into combos from even fullscreen.
  • Air Control: Strong anti-air game that leads to big damage and/or knockdown.
  • Rensen: A powerful beam-like projectile with a built-in antiair followup and the ability to nullify other projectiles.
  • Grounded Damage Without burning Tension, grounded damage is unimpressive at best.
  • Close Range Normals: Lacks self-canceling ground jabs and the quickest normal is only 6F.
  • Lack of Mobility: Slow run, floaty jumps, and short airdashes.
  • Weak Mixup: Outside universal tools, lacks truly effective mixup and relies heavily on reads and conditioning.
  • Thin Defense: Below-average effective health (defense modifier & guts).
Axl Low
GGXRD-R Axl Portrait.png
Defense
x1.06
Guts Rating
1
Weight
[100] Medium
Stun Resistance
60
Prejump
4F
Backdash
16F (1~8F invuln)
Wakeup Timing
25F (Face Up)/ 21F (Face Down)
Fastest Attack
Reversals

Normal Moves

5P

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
28 Mid 7 6 19 -11

A long-reaching horizontal chain that reaches about two-thirds of the screen at full length. Reaches max range on frame 12.

  • Serves as a quick poke as well as an anti-air that stops jump attempts and some air dashes.
  • Whiffs on all crouching animations, most running animations, and certain forward-traveling special moves (e.g. Sol's Fafnir).
  • If 5P hits an opponent in the air, you can gatling into 6K or 2S for combos on normal hit. On counter hit can be comboed into Haitaka. RRC is also an option for some higher damage confirms.
  • Its hurtbox extends to about half of the chain's length when fully extended; beware of being counter hit by moves like Slayer's Pilebunker.

5K

c.S

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
28 Mid 7 6 10 +1

An upward sickle attack commonly used in combos and pressure.

  • Extremely varied gatling options, having the most out of all of Axl's normals, as well as being plus on block.
  • Being a proximity normal, it's usually cancelled from 5K/2K during pressure since it's hard to get this move out on its own.
  • Good choice for throw OS since it's faster than 6P and has much better hitbox vertically; beware of accidental Rensen if doing it out of blockstun.
  • Can be used to cover the vertical blind spot of 2S as an antiair, though it requires more precise timing due to lack of upper body invuln

f.S

5H

5D

6P

6K

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
22,18 Mid,Mid 11 5(2)8 15 -5

A slow diagonal anti-air that hits twice.

  • Second hit vacuums, and both hits can be jump cancelled.
  • Slow startup and a long extended hurtbox makes 6K hard to use on reaction; use it to preemptively catch predictable jumps or air dashes.
  • Easy to confirm into combos; gatling into 2S at closer range or jump cancel j.6P from further away.
  • If the opponent FDs it in the air, you can gatling into 6H for pressure, special cancel into Rensen to force FD, or jump cancel to move away.
  • Occasionally catches standing characters with tall hurtboxes, which you can confirm into a combo or blockstring with c.S.

6H

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
22,18 Mid,Mid 11 5(2)8 15 -5

A leaping overhead with long startup and active frames.

  • Counterhit gives you a huge ground bounce for damaging combos. On normal hit can be RRC'd for extra damage and a knockdown.
  • Safest to do after 5H, but c.S and 3P are also good choices because people may be expecting a low instead.
  • Airborne between frames 11 and 31, so it can beat most low-hitting attacks if you read them correctly.
  • Hitting 6H late as meaty on wake-up gives you a big frame advantage, but can be reacted to with invuln reversals or blitz.
  • Linking to Kairagi on normal hit is possible on some characters whose shorter crouch block hurtboxes allows for meatier hits.

2P

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
24 Low 12 6 18 -10

A slowish horizontal chain that hits crouchers. Reaches max range on frame 16.

  • Strong low poke, often cancelled into Rensen for long range pressure.
  • Combos into Rensen on counterhit or at very close range; combos into Kairagi at any range on normal hit.
  • Stops characters running at Axl with less risk than 2H when jumped over (shorter CH state and animation), though it can still be whiff punished.
  • 6H gatling can be used as a surprise overhead/frame trap.
  • Can be low profiled/low crushed by certain characters (e.g. Sol with Grand Viper, Johnny with forward dash).
  • Like all chain normals, has a long extended hurtbox; don't throw this move at projectiles.

2K

2S

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
22,18 Mid 8 9,6 15 -5

Marvelous anti-air normal with a fast start-up and really long vertical range.

  • Hits twice, vacuums on the second hit, and is jump cancellable from either hit.
  • The hurtbox travels slightly behind the hitbox which can result in trades, though they're usually in Axl's favor.
  • Reaching higher takes longer than 8F so it can whiff against fast IADs from close range unless you use it preemptively. Try air throwing at these spacings instead.
  • Air moves that let characters stall in the air can cause 2S to whiff and/or get punished. Playing a little more patiently against these moves can help you get anti-air them more consistently.

2H

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
22,18 Low,Mid 13 8,6 19 -8

A two-hit long-range low chain that vacuums on the second hit. Reaches max range on frame 20.

  • Reaches all the way to the ground to stop low-profile moves, but the long animation leaves you extremely vulnerable to jump-ins on whiff.
    • 2H(2) counterhit link combos are not possible because opponent can tech before 5K links, though at close range you can do Rensen-8 > 5P instead.
    • Gatlings to 6H and 5D; complementing the special cancel options nicely.

2D

3P

j.P

j.K

j.S

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
16,12 High / Air, All 11 8,8 9

A long diagonal air-to-ground chain.

  • Hits twice, second hit vacuums and is a mid. Counter hit state recovery.
  • Good approach tool with IAD against passive opponents; gatlings into j.H and j.6P to extend pressure or combo.
  • Hurtbox traveling along most of the chain means it can be anti-aired if read; the small hitbox can also whiff if you are too close or do it too high in the air.
  • The second hit's hitbox travels back towards Axl, which can occasionally catch opponents off guard.

j.H

j.D

j.6P

j.6K

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
24, 18 High / Air 9 6,3 12

A long upwards chain with vacuum on second hit. Counter hit recovery.

  • The ideal followup from j.6P; cancel into Axl Bomber to end combos. Be wary that at some spacings Axl Bomber will whiff.
  • Good for making the opponent block in the air; while it doesn't require FD, it has a ridiculous vertical range, strong hitbox, and fast startup. Useful for intercepting characters with big air hurtboxes or poor air mobility, like Dizzy and Faust.
  • When not in a position to combo into Axl Bomber the second hit's vacuum can actually work against Axl by bring the opponent uncomfortably close, so when using j.6K to harass it's recommended to cancel the first hit into j.P.

j.2S

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
16 High / Air 13 14 9

A single-hit poke at a sharper angle than j.S, with lots of active frames. Counter hit recovery.

  • Great when used defensively to stuff ground approaches when j.S would whiff, or to prevent air throw attempts.
  • Large amount of active frames sometimes allows it to catch backdashes
  • Not actually an instant overhead (hits crouching opponents at around frame 21)
  • The biggest extended hurtbox out of all of Axl's chain normals, covering the entire chain, so it's even easier to anti-air than j.S is.
  • Has a dead zone underneath Axl, so characters who are fast enough can run under Axl as he jumps and punish. The counter hit recovery can make getting hit in this situation a lot more punishing.
  • Can gatling into j.P


Universal Mechanics

Ground Throw

Air Throw

Dead Angle Attack

Blitz Attack

Version Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
Blitz Attack 50 Mid (15-48)+13 3 20 -2 1-Button release: Blitz
Blitz Attack Max Charge 50 Mid 50+13 3 20 +5 1-50: Blitz

Universal mechanic, click here for more information.

  • On midscreen hit you don't really get much other than a 5P on partial charge and a basic ground combo on full charge.
  • In the corner you can followup with IAD j.HD if they are low enough after partial charge.
  • A common way to combo into max charge is after Rensen-8 RRC; while expensive, it can be a slightly more optimal way to end rounds since it drains some Burst meter, while usually still allowing you to get a knockdown if you misjudged
Version ProrationA percentage-based damage modifier applied to certain attacks independently of other forms of damage scaling. Level
LevelHitstopStanding HitstunCrouching HitstunGround BlockGround Instant Block
Lv.01110109-2
Lv.112121311-3
Lv.213141513-3
Lv.314171816-4
Lv.415192018-4
RISC+How much R.I.S.C. this move builds when normal or instant blocked. RISC-How much R.I.S.C. this move removes on hit.
Blitz Attack Initial: 55% 1
Blitz Attack Max Charge 4

Blitz:

  • Hitstop 30F
  • Slighty refills own Burst and slightly drains opponent's Burst on hit
  • Blows opponent away and wall sticks opponent on hit (untechable for 40F/ 80F on CH)
  • Crumples opponent on ground CH (79F)

[Blitz]:

  • Hitstop 30F
  • Slighty refills own Burst and slightly drains opponent's Burst on hit
  • Slightly blows opponent away on air hit (untechable for 50F/ 100F on CH)
  • Crumples opponent on ground hit


Special Moves

Sickle Flash

[4]6S

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
20×3 Mid 13 12(3 Hit) 37 -13

Sickle Flash (or "Rensengeki", usually abbreviated "Rensen"), a long three-hit chain projectile, is the move that defines Axl as a character. It has a relatively quick startup, a hitbox that reaches all the way to the floor, long range, and fast travel time, which makes it a strong tool for stopping any ground approaches or harassing from a distance.

  • Knocks down on hit, though in longer combos the opponent may be able to recover before hitting ground.
  • Can be YRC'd for a great pressure and neutral tool which puts a grounded opponent in long blockstun and lets you react to opponents trying to jump over it.
  • Loses to preemptive air approaches, such as IAD or certain special moves. IAD YRC is also effective against Rensen, since it slows down time to where followups don't even come out.
  • The hurtbox extends forward a little and can lose to faster moves, so don't use this move raw at close range too often.
  • Rensen hitting from further away gives you a better frame advantage; don't autopilot into up followup unless you want to push opponents further back.
  • Cancelling normals into Rensen usually leaves a gap in between; be mindful of opponents attempting reversals.
  • Rensen can be done out of a microdash (done by inputting [4]66S) for additional reach.
  • Doesn't cause any pushback against cornered opponents, which can make a blocked Rensen dangerous if not enough distance is created.

Melody Chain

[4]6S > 8

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
35 Mid 1 12 35 -13

Melody Chain ("Kyokusageki") is mostly used to catch opponents trying to jump over a Rensen, but can also put them in an unfavorable air tech situation after a hit.

  • Counter hit is untechable, leads to a free combo.
  • Ending combos with up followup sacrifices knockdown in exchange for a chance to catch the opponent's tech for extra damage.
  • Can be RRC'd for easy big damage combos; there is enough untech time to wait for the RC proration to cool off, which also works well for baiting bursts.
  • If it connects with people right above Axl's head you can link into 5P or 2S for a full combo.
  • Like Rensen, the up followup is a projectile, and does no pushback against cornered opponents. With it being -13 on normal block you must never use this when you have someone in the corner.

Spinning Chain Strike

[4]6S > 2

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
26×5 Low 7 [2(5)]×4,2 17 -5

Spinning Chain Strike ("Sensageki") provides a more damaging knockdown option.

  • Can be used to surprise opponents trying to jump or move forward after blocking Rensen.
  • A physical hit, not a projectile
  • It can be whiff punished by characters FDing it, so be a little cautious with it.
  • Gives a better knockdown than TK Bomber for corner combos, but connecting successfully is character specific.
  • Characters can fall out and get OTG'd when down followup is done from too far away.

Artemis Hunter

623S

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
46 All 9 6 35 -27 1-11 Full

Also known as "Benten Gari", or just Benten. A grounded DP with a strong vertical hitbox.

  • Full invuln on frames 1-11; great for interrupting pressure, and its enormous hitbox lets it stuff sudden approaches when the opponent is too close to react with anything else.
  • Counter hit on grounded opponents knocks down, but air counter hit usually lets the opponents recover.
  • The move's recovery leaves Axl standing and is not in counterhit state, which can make block/whiff punishing more awkward on it than on other DPs.
  • Benten RRC is a reliable, if expensive, way of interrupting another character's offense. Can also lead to damaging combos and corner carry on hit.

Thunder Shadow Chain

623K

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
45 High / Air 28 4 13+3 After Landing +1 4-Airborne

Also known as "Raieisageki", or just Raiei. A leaping crossup attack that's plus on block.

  • Knocks down grounded opponents on normal hit. Can be RRC'd for a full combo.
  • Counter hit floats the opponent for a big meterless combo.
  • Has enough untech time on air hit to usually allow for a combo; this makes the move a valid combo extender after an RRC
  • Moves Axl very quickly forward (airborne on frame 4); can be YRC'd to create a giant leap across the screen for a quick approach or a corner escape.
  • Hits same side at about post-throw knockdown distance, so with proper spacing the move can become ambiguous, though blitz will stop it.
  • Long startup and lack of any invuln makes Raiei vulnerable to air throws or abare, so don't become predictable with it.

Spindle Spinner

41236H

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
0,0,80 Ground Throw 27 20 38 +34

Also known as "Rashousen". A far reaching command grab (not an unblockable attack) that pulls the opponent up to the ceiling and explodes them.

  • Easily avoided on reaction with jumping, especially from any further than point-blank (where it loses to mashing). Avoid using this move unless you are absolutely confident that you have conditioned the opponent to sit still.
  • Very long startup and recovery, but very long active frames as well which can be occasionally used for catching predictable double jump or tech landings.
  • Can be YRC'd during the startup to bait jumps or PRC'd during active frames to recover safely.
  • On hit, can be RRC'd in two ways: after the explosion and at the moment the opponent is tied up by the chains (usually called the "0-hit RC"). It's recommended to do the latter RC as the opponent is held in place for about three seconds, allowing significant corner carry as well as an unprorated combo of your choice
  • The projectile that Axl throws out can be flicked by Potemkin and nullified by Jack-O's Aegis Field. Despite this, it does not interact with other projectiles at all. Throw-invuln moves will also bypass the projectile.

Heaven Can Wait

214P/K

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
0,80 Total 34 +60 4-19 Mid and High Guard Point
0,80 Total 29 +60 4-19 Low Guard Point

Also known as "Tenhou Seki". A counter usable for catching predictable or slow attacks.

  • P counter catches mids and highs, while K counter catches lows. Axl can combo meterlessly off of both counters.
  • Works against supers, and loses to true unblockable attacks.
  • Both versons only start catching attacks at frame 4, making them impractical as wakeup reversals.

Axl Bomber

j.623H

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
50 All 9 4 10 After Landing

Axl's primary air combo ender.

  • TK Bomber is a key combo extender and ender, especially in the corner.
  • Has a long, counter hit state recovery until landing so on whiff you get punished at worst or put at large frame disadvantage at best. Don't whiff this move!
  • A counter hit gives you a huge launch for a free combo, but landing one is very unlikely.
  • Can be YRC'd to act as an extra "jump". If you YRC early enough you can halt your air momentum, though uses for this are limited.

Sparrowhawk Stance

214H

Version Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
214H Maximum 188
214H > P 40 All 23+4 16 27
214H > K 32 All 23+5 19 26 -21
214H > S 24 All 23+8 21 16 -16
214H > H Total 28

Also known as "Haitaka no Kamae". Completely overhauled in Rev2, now Axl's stance goes quickly into strong fullscreen attacks. While weaker at pressure, it is a solid fullscreen poking tool.

  • Upon entering the stance, you can throw out a chain attack with P, K, and S, or exit the stance with H.
    • On block or whiff, Axl exits the stance automatically.
    • On hit, each chain can be canceled into the other followups up to six times, after which Axl exits the stance with an extra recovery animation.
    • The same followup cannot be cancelled into itself; the P chain can only cancel into K or S, and so on.
    • Dropping or prematurely ending the Haitaka combo will also force Axl to exit the stance with the recovery animation; you cannot continue waiting in stance after hitting the opponent.
  • After waiting about 150 frames in the stance, the initial chain becomes unblockable.
  • None of the stance followups are air unblockable, meaning that chains can be normal blocked or IB'd in the air. The chains are also all physical attacks, which means they can be blitzed.
  • Axl can only PRC while waiting in stance; in order to YRC to defend against opponents who get too close, you must do so during the startup any of the followups, including the stance cancel.
  • While partially disjointed, the hurtboxes still extend to about half-screen, which can be hit by projectiles or characters who manage to dodge a followup.
Version ProrationA percentage-based damage modifier applied to certain attacks independently of other forms of damage scaling. Level
LevelHitstopStanding HitstunCrouching HitstunGround BlockGround Instant Block
Lv.01110109-2
Lv.112121311-3
Lv.213141513-3
Lv.314171816-4
Lv.415192018-4
RISC+How much R.I.S.C. this move builds when normal or instant blocked. RISC-How much R.I.S.C. this move removes on hit.
214H
214H > P Forced: 80% 2 10 7
214H > K Forced: 80% 2 10 7
214H > S Forced: 80% [Forced: 70%] 2 10 7
214H > H

214H:

  • Followup moves are possible at 23F and become unblockable after waiting 150F

214H > P:

  • Cancelable to other attack follow-ups on hit

214H > K:

  • Cancelable to other attack follow-ups on hit. Frame Advantage is measured from biggest possible range.

214H > S:

  • Cancelable to other attack follow-ups on hit. Frame Advantage is measured from biggest possible range.
  • Values in [ ] are when Low is used first after entering Sparrowhawk Stance

214H > H:


Overdrives

Sickle Storm

2363214H (2363214D)

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
50×2,30×5
[62×2, 37×5]
Mid 14+1 4,4(22)2×6 36 -4 1-16 Full
17-18 Throw

Also known as "Byakue Renshou". Big flaming swing followed by a fiery projectile.

  • Full invuln on frames 1-16, throw invuln on 17-18.
  • Big hitbox on first two hits makes it a decent reversal, especially in range where Benten would whiff (making it safe with RRC impossible).
  • Easy and damaging metered ender on basic ground combos, as well as an alternative ender to corner Bomber loops.
  • Mind distance and opponent's height as you attempt to combo into this move. Being too far causes the second hit to whiff and the rest of the super to OTG, while the opponent being too high reduces the number of hits the projectile does. In both cases damage is sharply reduced.
  • Punishable by blocking the first part and jumping/IADing over the second, so don't expect to be unpunished on block when using this super as a reversal.

Shark Strike

214214S

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
20,42 Mid,All 3+2 11(8)2 6 +11

Also known as "Kairagi Yakou". A lightning-fast two-hit strike that pulls the opponent in.

  • Extremely quick startup with almost fullscreen range without extending the hurtbox, but no invuln.
  • Second hit has a huge vacuum and a long stagger, allowing Axl to confirm any ground normal hit, including a max range 2P, into a real combo.
  • Rev2 made the second hit connect on airborne opponents, causing them to tumble towards Axl for an air combo.
  • You can throw the staggered opponent for a sideswitch or as a 100% burst-safe combo option.
  • Big frame advantage on block, but using this super as a pressure starter is a waste of meter, especially when Rensen YRC exists.
  • 5f startup means you can use this super as a situational block punish against moves that are normally safe or not heavily punishable.


Instant Kill

Amphora Conflagration

During IK Mode: 236236H

Damage GuardHow this attack can be blocked. StartupThe number of frames between inputting an attack and when the attack becomes active. Includes first active frame. ActiveThe number of frames for which a move has hitboxes. Occurs after Startup. RecoveryThe number of frames after a move's active frames during which the character cannot act assuming the move is not canceled. On-BlockThe 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. Invuln
DESTROY All 9+15
[5+12]
5 32 -20 9-28 Full
[5-21] Full

Also known as "Kanamari Rekka". Shares its animation with first hit of Sickle Storm.

IK combo is a good choice if you fulfill the conditions since it can be hard for Axl to finish an opponent low health due to guts scaling, and Sickle Storm (even the burst version) won't always be able to finish the job.

Common ways to combo into IK include:

  • Rensen-8 RC: Trivially easy to set up and land.
  • Throw RC, Counter RC, Rashousen RC: For burst safety.
  • TK Axl Bomber RC: Good method from air combos. Air dash after you RC to land on the ground faster.
  • 5D-6: The only practical 50 meter option, can be done midscreen and in the corner.
  • Blitz: Requires 62.5 meter. Make sure the opponent doesn't have 25 as they can blitz back.


External References

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