Cloud Strife (Dissidia 012) - Revision history

Muggshotter: Adjusted section headers. Moved cloud's kuja assist page link further up in assist combo section.

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Adjusted section headers. Moved cloud's kuja assist page link further up in assist combo section.

Muggshotter: /* Solo */ Adjusted opening paragraphs to be more concise and easier to read.

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Solo: Adjusted opening paragraphs to be more concise and easier to read.

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	== Solo ==		== Solo ==

	Cloud has multiple solo combos thanks to Fire ~~starters~~ and Climhazzard second hit's natural recovery. ~~While Climhazzard~~ (2)~~'s followups are limited~~ to ~~two braveries~~, ~~they're good and require no prior setup~~. Fire ~~is a bit different here; Technically just about any move can be followed up after Fire, but this requires the projectile hitting later~~, ~~''after'' Cloud can move. But even in close range~~ Cloud can ~~at least~~ chain ~~Fire~~ into other ground braveries~~, provided~~ he ~~isn't~~ too close to the opponent.		Cloud has multiple solo combos thanks to Fire and Climhazzard second hit's natural {{keyword\|recovery\|recovery=1}}. Both attacks are reactable, but Cloud can use them after block staggers or assist (e.g. {{012jec}} and {{012yuna}}).

			Climhazzard leads to Double Cut and Slashing Blow, the latter is much harder. With Fire, Cloud can chain into other ground braveries if he is not too close to the opponent. Please note, that if Fire hits late, Cloud can combo into almost any other move. That is, when Cloud can already move while Fire is {{keyword\|active\|active=1}}.

	{{Combo-012		{{Combo-012

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Ultima Weapon (ATK)

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	The higher the user's HP, the sharper the weapon's blade.''		The higher the user's HP, the sharper the weapon's blade.''

	~~Damage multiplier~~ scales to x1~x2 accordingly to current HP%, round down to nearest integer.		{{keyword\|Base damage\|basedamage=1}} scales to x1~x2 accordingly to current HP%, round down to nearest integer.

	== EX Burst: Omnislash ==		== EX Burst: Omnislash ==

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Aerial

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	\|gametext=[Close] Midair charge. Effective against any height.		\|gametext=[Close] Midair charge. <br>Effective against any height.
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	\|gametext=[Long] Send countless meteors towards opponent.		\|gametext=[Long] Send countless meteors <br>towards opponent.
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Muggshotter: /* Ground */

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Ground

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	\|gametext=[Close] Break through defenses with cross-shaped slashes.		\|gametext=[Close] Break through defenses <br>with cross-shaped slashes.
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	\|gametext=[Long] Send countless meteors towards opponent.		\|gametext=[Long] Send countless meteors <br>towards opponent.
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	\|gametext=[Close] Powerful slashes. Change combo with analog stick.		\|gametext=[Close] Powerful slashes. <br>Change combo with analog stick.
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	~~Cloud advances forward with two horizontal slashes, followed by a third slash that knocks downwards~~. ~~Slashing Blow~~ is one of ~~Cloud's~~ most important braveries due to its ~~overall~~ versatility and damage potential. It has high base damage and knockback, as well as the HP link Omnislash Version 5 ~~which is a great wall rush move and an assist combo starter. It is a staple punish move after blocking, a gap closer~~ and ~~a whiff punisher against slower moves. It works as a filler during~~ assist combos ~~as well~~.		An advancing 3-hit combo. This is one of the most important braveries for Cloud due its versatility and damage potential. It is a gap closer, a {{keyword\|whiff punisher\|whiffpunish=1}} and a consistent counter after staggering opponents with a block. It even works as a {{keyword\|filler\|filler=1}} during assist combos. Slashing Blow has high {{keyword\|base damage\|basedamage=1}} and {{keyword\|knockback\|knockback=1}}, as well as the {{keyword\|HP link\|hplink=1}} Omnislash Version 5 for HP damage and assist combos.

	While Slashing Blow has many comparable traits with Sonic Break, it does not have the absorb property. ~~Also important to note is the~~ tracking; Slashing Blow has good lateral tracking when used at the same height as the opponent. But if they are above or below Cloud (1-2 jumps height), ~~using this move will~~ barely ~~move Cloud~~ anywhere.		While Slashing Blow has many comparable traits with Sonic Break, it does not have the absorb property. The {{keyword\|tracking\|tracking=1}} should be noted too; Slashing Blow has good lateral tracking when used at the same height as the opponent. But if they are above or below Cloud (1-2 jumps height), Cloud barely moves anywhere.

	Slashing Blow has a downward slash as the default finisher. By holding up on the analog stick ({{pspana}}), Cloud can perform an upward slash that sends opponents up instead. This is good for confirming a wall rush near the ceiling, but functions similarly otherwise.		Slashing Blow has a downward slash as the default finisher. By holding up on the analog stick ({{pspana}}), Cloud can perform an upward slash that sends opponents up instead. This is good for confirming a wall rush near the ceiling, but functions similarly otherwise.
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	\|gametext=Diving attack, scooping foe with sword. Useful from above.		\|gametext=Diving attack, scooping foe with sword. <br>Useful from above.
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	Aerial Fang moves Cloud down before blowing the opponent at a diagonal upward angle. This move is best suited for punishing attacks below Cloud, especially in air-to-ground scenarios. The knockback isn't huge, ~~but~~ the ~~base damage is average. The~~ overall reward ~~on hit~~ isn't high without a wall rush and assist~~, though~~.		Aerial Fang moves Cloud down before blowing the opponent at a diagonal upward angle. This move is best suited for {{keyword\|punishing\|punish=1}} attacks below Cloud, especially in {{keyword\|air-to-ground\|air-to-ground=1}} scenarios. The {{keyword\|knockback\|knockback=1}} isn't huge, and the overall reward isn't high without a wall rush and assist.

	If Cloud is not positioned above opponent before using Aerial Fang, Cloud will stay almost stationary during the attack. The recovery isn't very long, so ~~whiffing it is not punished~~ often.		If Cloud is not positioned above opponent before using Aerial Fang, Cloud will stay almost stationary during the attack. The {{keyword\|recovery\|recovery=1}} isn't very long, so Cloud can get away with missing this move more often than he would expect.

	~~This~~ is ~~one of the two midair braveries that are~~ interchangeable with Rising Fang.		Aerial Fang is interchangeable with Rising Fang, depending on the {{keyword\|matchup\|matchup=1}}.

	\|-\|Rising Fang=		\|-\|Rising Fang=
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	\|gametext=Powerful upward lunge. Effective near ceiling.		\|gametext=Powerful upward lunge. <br>Effective near ceiling.
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	Rising Fang is an upward ~~'''[https://glossary.infil.net/?t=Air~~-to-air air-to-air~~]'''~~ move. It is ~~the opposite of Aerial Fang in many ways; Rising Fang moves~~ Cloud ~~upward, and on hit it will transition into a multi-hitting barrage that wall rushes upwards. The wall rush hit can also destroy '''[[Old_Chaos_Shrine_(Dissidia_012)\|Old Chaos Shrine~~'s~~]]''' platform~~. ~~<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UecsiwzFPfY&t=650s Rising Fang destroys platform.]</ref> The recovery is longer when whiffed~~, ~~but the attack is also '''[https://glossary.infil.net/?t=Active active]'''~~ for ~~a long time, the majority of Cloud's ascent. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmTma64t2mY&t=419 Rising Fang is active during majority of the ascent~~.~~]</ref>~~		Rising Fang is an upward {{keyword\|air-to-air\|air-to-air=1}} move. It is often Cloud's third air bravery for its vertical coverage. It can move Cloud upwards regardless of position, which can be good for evasive movement.

	Rising Fang ~~has no tracking once Cloud begins ascending. If Cloud~~ is ~~not directly below~~ the ~~opponent~~, he will ~~move towards them before rising with the actual attack~~. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UecsiwzFPfY&t=~~320~~ Rising Fang ~~moves towards opponent during startup~~.]</ref> ~~<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v~~=~~sMPjhayhsBs&t~~=~~622s Rising Fang moves towards opponent during startup (hits)~~.~~]</ref>~~ <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=~~sMPjhayhsBs~~&t=~~337s~~ Rising Fang ~~moves Cloud upward~~ during ~~startup~~.]</ref> ~~The startup speed remains the same either way. If this move is done elsewhere, Cloud will simply stay still before ascending.~~		Rising Fang is the opposite of Aerial Fang in many ways; Rising Fang moves Cloud upward, and on hit it will transition into a multi-hitting barrage that wall rushes upwards. The wall rush hit can also destroy '''[[Old_Chaos_Shrine_(Dissidia_012)\|Old Chaos Shrine's]]''' platform. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UecsiwzFPfY&t=650s Rising Fang destroys platform.]</ref> The {{keyword\|recovery\|recovery=1}} is longer if it misses, but the attack is also {{keyword\|active\|active=1}} for a long time, the majority of Cloud's ascent. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmTma64t2mY&t=419 Rising Fang is active during majority of the ascent.]</ref>

	~~This~~ is ~~one of~~ the ~~two midair braveries that are interchangeable~~ with ~~Aerial~~ Fang. Rising Fang ~~will move~~ Cloud ~~upwards even when it won't track~~ the ~~opponent~~, ~~which can be good for evasive movement~~.		Rising Fang has no {{keyword\|tracking\|tracking=1}} once Cloud begins ascending. If Cloud is not directly below the opponent, he will move towards them before rising with the actual attack. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UecsiwzFPfY&t=320 Rising Fang moves towards opponent during startup.]</ref> <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMPjhayhsBs&t=622s Rising Fang moves towards opponent during startup (hits).]</ref> <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMPjhayhsBs&t=337s Rising Fang moves Cloud upward during startup.]</ref> The startup speed remains the same either way. If this move is done elsewhere, Cloud will simply stay still before ascending.

	If Rising Fang hits an assist character, Cloud will not transition into the follow-up.		If Rising Fang hits an assist character, Cloud will not transition into the follow-up.
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	\|gametext=[Close] Quick slash. Low power, fast execution.		\|gametext=[Close] Quick slash. <br>Low power, fast execution.
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	~~Midair~~ Double Cut ~~functions like the grounded version, except it can be done in the air. An~~ essential ~~move~~ for Cloud ~~that's~~ great for poking and ~~building~~ assist gauge safely ~~through~~ whiffs <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-noH-LNiZnI&t=612 Double Cut (midair) is essential for building assist gauge safely through whiffs.]</ref>~~. All of the ground version's good qualities are shared, including the variety of cancel options and short recovery~~.		The midair Double Cut is essential for Cloud. It is great for {{keyword\|poking\|poke=1}} and filling assist gauge safely with {{keyword\|whiffs\|whiff=1}} <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-noH-LNiZnI&t=612 Double Cut (midair) is essential for building assist gauge safely through whiffs.]</ref>.

	~~Because it~~'s Cloud's fastest aerial move, Double Cut can be used as a consistent low damage punisher in most situations where other braveries ~~may~~ be too slow. It can punish air dodges after Free Air Dash <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UecsiwzFPfY&t=493s Double Cut (midair) dodge punish (1).]</ref> <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfag-uXTt_Q&t=117 Double Cut (midair) dodge punish (2).]</ref>, and follow up after staggering with '''[[Assist_(Dissidia_012)#LV2_Assist_Change\|LV2 Assist Change]]'''. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuPnmf_s7BE&t=117 Double Cut (midair) punish after staggering with LV2 Assist Change.]</ref> Double Cut won't lead to HP damage without assist, but each hit adds up over time due to the 90 EX it generates.		All of the ground version's good qualities are shared, including the variety of cancel options and short {{keyword\|recovery\|recovery=1}}.

			Because this is Cloud's fastest aerial move, Double Cut can be used as a consistent low damage {{keyword\|punisher\|punish=1}} in most situations where other braveries would be too slow. It can punish air dodges after Free Air Dash <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UecsiwzFPfY&t=493s Double Cut (midair) dodge punish (1).]</ref> <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfag-uXTt_Q&t=117 Double Cut (midair) dodge punish (2).]</ref>, and follow up after staggering with '''[[Assist_(Dissidia_012)#LV2_Assist_Change\|LV2 Assist Change]]'''. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuPnmf_s7BE&t=117 Double Cut (midair) punish after staggering with LV2 Assist Change.]</ref> Double Cut won't lead to HP damage without assist, but each hit adds up over time due to the 90 EX it generates.

	The first hit can combo into Cloud's commonly used assists, but the hit stun is somewhat short for doing it on reaction. Like the ground version, the second hit leads to chase. Since Cloud is considered airborne during this move, he can call {{012aer}} assist and create a guaranteed setup for follow-ups. Note, that the second hit can be delayed long enough for it to miss the opponent if done late. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uzt7zE5MR0&t=942 Double Cut (midair) second hit misses when done late.]</ref>		The first hit can combo into Cloud's commonly used assists, but the hit stun is somewhat short for doing it on reaction. Like the ground version, the second hit leads to chase. Since Cloud is considered airborne during this move, he can call {{012aer}} assist and create a guaranteed setup for follow-ups. Note, that the second hit can be delayed long enough for it to miss the opponent if done late. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uzt7zE5MR0&t=942 Double Cut (midair) second hit misses when done late.]</ref>

Muggshotter: /* Ground */

2026-04-08T16:04:19Z

Ground

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	Double Cut is Cloud's close-range ~~'''[https://glossary.infil.net/?t=Poke poke]'''~~. It is a 2-part attack that moves Cloud forward during the first swing. It has fast startup, short recovery and multiple cancel options for the first hit that are useful ~~in '''[https://glossary.infil.net/?t=Mind%20Game~~ mind games~~]'''~~. This is an effective move for building assist gauge with and generates a good 90 EX on hit.		Double Cut is Cloud's main {{keyword\|poke\|poke=1}} in close range. It is a 2-part attack that moves Cloud forward during the first swing. It has fast {{keyword\|startup\|startup=1}}, short recovery and multiple {{keyword\|cancel\|cancel=1}} options for the first hit that are useful for {{keyword\|mind games\|mindgame=1}}. This is an effective move for building assist gauge with and generates a good 90 EX on hit.

	If Double Cut connects, Cloud has a decent amount of time to confirm the follow-up slash. It has average knockback that leads to '''[[Chase_(Dissidia_012)\|Chase]]''', but it can lead to an assist combo against a wall <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgabDr3brWc&t=154 Double Cut (ground) leads to assist combo against a wall.]</ref>. With a fast ground assist, Double Cut's first hit also functions as an assist combo starter. It can even anti-air aerial opponents close to the ground and combo into Cross-slash. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0xOzHXH-hI&t=20 Double Cut anti-air into Cross-slash combo.]</ref>		If Double Cut connects, Cloud has a decent amount of time to confirm the follow-up slash. It has average {{keyword\|knockback\|knockback=1}} that leads to '''[[Chase_(Dissidia_012)\|Chase]]''', but it can lead to an assist combo against a wall <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgabDr3brWc&t=154 Double Cut (ground) leads to assist combo against a wall.]</ref>. With a fast ground assist, Double Cut's first hit also functions as an assist combo starter. It can even {{keyword\|anti-air\|anti-air=1}} aerial opponents close to the ground and combo into Cross-slash. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0xOzHXH-hI&t=20 Double Cut anti-air into Cross-slash combo.]</ref>

	Cloud has a variety of grounded moves, but none of them are as fast as Double Cut. Even though it's usually low reward, ~~it can help tie his~~ ground combat together. Double Cut is a good bravery with an aerial version that is arguably even more important to Cloud.		Cloud has a variety of grounded moves, but none of them are as fast as Double Cut. Even though it's usually low reward, Double Cut ties the ground combat together. Double Cut is a good bravery with an aerial version that is arguably even more important to Cloud.

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	Sonic Break is a slower, secondary poke for Cloud. It's a 3-hit combo attack with ~~good~~ wall rush potential, and a dedicated HP link after the second hit. Cloud moves forward during the first slash, but it has more range in practice; Thanks to the absorb property ~~that was added in Dissidia 012~~, Sonic Break can be used more reliably as a whiff punisher and occasionally as a gap closer ~~on the ground~~. It pulls nearby opponents towards Cloud, with an effective range of roughly 1.8 tiles in World of Darkness. The pull has very short vertical coverage, but can guarantee a block punish against airborne opponents close to ground.		Sonic Break is a slower, secondary {{keyword\|poke\|poke=1}} for Cloud. It's a 3-hit combo attack with strong wall rush potential, and a dedicated HP link after the second hit. Cloud moves forward during the first slash, but it has more range in practice; Thanks to the absorb property, Sonic Break can be used more reliably as a {{keyword\|whiff punisher\|whiffpunish=1}} and occasionally as a gap closer. It pulls nearby opponents towards Cloud, with an effective range of roughly 1.8 tiles in World of Darkness. The pull has very short vertical coverage, but can guarantee a block punish against airborne opponents close to ground.

	The base damage is pretty good by itself, and the threat of a wall rush HP link makes Sonic Break one of Cloud's more potent ground attacks. Cloud has plenty of time to confirm each follow-up input when Sonic Break hits, making it easier to use as an assist combo starter as well.		The base damage is pretty good by itself, and the threat of a wall rush HP link makes Sonic Break one of Cloud's more potent ground attacks. Cloud has plenty of time to confirm each follow-up input when Sonic Break hits, making it easier to use as an assist combo starter as well.

	The absorb property is accompanied by distinct wind visuals and a sound effect during startup. ~~They~~ can make Sonic Break easier to react to even though the move itself ~~is fairly fast to come~~ out.		Cloud has to be careful when using Sonic Break, though; The absorb property is accompanied by distinct wind visuals and a sound effect during {{keyword\|startup\|startup=1}}. This can make Sonic Break easier to react to even though the move itself comes out rather quickly.

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	Climhazzard is Cloud's slowest melee bravery on the ground. It usually functions as a punish move or as a combo move. This attack is telegraphed and moves Cloud forward the most out of all his ground braveries, but it also contributes greatly to his ground combo damage. The reason is two-pronged; The base damage isn't as high as Sonic Break, but the second hit can naturally '''[[Cloud_Strife_(Dissidia_012)/Combos#Climhazzard_(2)\|combo into his air braveries]]''' for more damage and assist gauge. Because of this ~~link~~, it also empowers any combos that use Fire and assists with ground wall rush.		Climhazzard is Cloud's slowest melee bravery on the ground. It usually functions as a {{keyword\|punish\|punish=1}} move or as a combo move. This attack is telegraphed and moves Cloud forward the most out of all his ground braveries, but it also contributes greatly to his ground combo damage. The reason is two-pronged; The base damage isn't as high as Sonic Break, but the second hit can naturally '''[[Cloud_Strife_(Dissidia_012)/Combos#Climhazzard_(2)\|combo into his air braveries]]''' for more damage and assist gauge. Because of this, it also empowers any combos that use Fire and assists with ground wall rush.

	Like Cloud's other braveries, each hit must be pressed separately with circle ({{pspcir}}). It can set up ground wall rushes and assist follow-ups with ~~ease~~		Like Cloud's other braveries, each hit must be pressed separately with circle {{pspcir}}. It can set up ground wall rushes and assist follow-ups with consistently.

	When '''[[Lock_Off\|locked off]]''', Climhazzard will move Cloud in the direction he is facing. This can be used as a gimmicky way to retreat or move to an opponent's side. If Climhazzard hits without lock on, Cloud can still finish the combo sequence without major issues.		When '''[[Lock_Off\|locked off]]''', Climhazzard will move Cloud in the direction he is facing. This can be used as a gimmicky way to retreat or move to an opponent's side. If Climhazzard hits without lock on, Cloud can still finish the combo sequence without major issues.
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	Blade Beam is a low priority projectile that moves quickly in a linear arc once fired. ~~The attack~~ is ~~composed of two parts - The stationary sword swing which~~ is ~~melee mid priority and the projectile itself. Blade Beam travels along~~ the ground ~~and explodes when it reaches maximum travel distance or hits the opponent. This explosion creates a chase prompt and it can even combo into Kuja assist after a dodge cancel.~~ <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=~~kgabDr3brWc~~&t=~~167~~ Blade Beam ~~combos into Kuja assist~~.]</ref> ~~The majority of EX Force is also generated with the explosion (60), which is important to note when using this move from a distance~~.		Blade Beam is a low priority projectile that moves quickly in a linear arc once fired. It is not always used in competitive play, but it is useful for sniping air dodges close to the ground <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UecsiwzFPfY&t=110 Blade Beam snipe against air dodge.]</ref>.

	~~This~~ is ~~not a must~~-~~have move for Cloud in most scenarios~~. ~~However,~~ it ~~is useful for sniping air dodges close to~~ the ~~ground~~ <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=~~UecsiwzFPfY~~&t=~~110~~ Blade Beam ~~snipe against air dodge~~.]</ref>. The ~~mid priority sword ''can'' be used to reflect '''[[Attack_Priority_~~(~~Dissidia_012~~)~~#Mid\|Ranged Mid]]''' projectiles such as {{012lig}}'s Watera~~, ~~but~~ this ~~is not usually needed, practical or without risk~~.		The attack is composed of two parts - The stationary sword swing which is melee mid priority and the projectile itself. Blade Beam travels along the ground and explodes when it reaches maximum travel distance or hits the opponent. This explosion creates a chase prompt and it can even combo into Kuja assist after a dodge cancel. <ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgabDr3brWc&t=167 Blade Beam combos into Kuja assist.]</ref> The majority of EX Force is also generated with the explosion (60), which is important to note when using this move from a distance.

	Blade Beam itself doesn't have tracking, but Cloud will realign the projectile until it appears. In rare instances, it is possible to only get hit by the moving projectile and have the explosion miss.		This is not a must-have move for Cloud in most scenarios. However, the mid priority sword can be used to reflect '''[[Attack_Priority_(Dissidia_012)#Mid\|Ranged Mid]]''' projectiles such as {{012lig}}'s Watera. However, this is not usually needed, practical or safe to do. Blade Beam itself doesn't have tracking, but Cloud will realign the projectile until it appears. In rare instances, it is possible to only get hit by the moving projectile and have the explosion miss.

	\|-\|Firaga=		\|-\|Firaga=

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	\|gametext=[Close] Quick slash. Low power, fast execution.		\|gametext=[Close] Quick slash. <br>Low power, fast execution.
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	\|gametext=[Close] Strike with three powerful blows. Sends foe flying.		\|gametext=[Close] Strike with three powerful blows. <br>Sends foe flying.
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	\|gametext=[Mid] Charging attack. Slow strike, easy to wall rush.		\|gametext=[Mid] Charging attack. <br>Slow strike, easy to wall rush.
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	\|gametext=[Mid] Launch shockwave. Fast, but has weak homing.		\|gametext=[Mid] Launch shockwave. <br>Fast, but has weak homing.
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	\|gametext=[Long] Shoot three fireballs. <br>~~Short range,~~ but can restrain opponent with explosions.		\|gametext=[Long] Shoot three fireballs. Short range, <br>but can restrain opponent with explosions.
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	Firaga is Cloud's mid-range poke~~. Three mid priority fireballs spread out in front of him~~. Cloud can use this move to keep opponents at a distance thanks to the ranged mid priority. ~~Each fireball can hit twice for 17 base damage per fireball~~. ~~When used during assist combos~~, ~~this~~ can be a ~~devastating 51 base damage that shreds through bravery in very close range~~.		Firaga is Cloud's mid-range {{keyword\|poke\|poke=1}}. Cloud can use this move to keep opponents at a distance thanks to the ranged mid priority and 80~90 degree vertical {{keyword\|tracking\|tracking=1}}. It staggers regular blocks, stops dashes and reckless bravery attacks. If Firaga staggers a block, Cloud can call assist to start a combo.

	~~The fireballs have decent vertical tracking, as they~~ can ~~curve to a roughly 80~90 degree angle upwards~~. ~~But they don't enable assist conversions on hit '''[[Cloud_Strife_(Dissidia_012)/Combos#Assist_Storage_Glitch\|without~~ assist ~~storage glitch]]''' due to relatively short hit stun period. The knockback isn't high either. However~~, ~~since Firaga is mid priority, it will stagger~~ a ~~blocking opponent which assists can follow up on~~.		Each fireball can hit twice for 17 base damage per fireball. When used during assist combos, this can be a devastating 51 base damage that shreds through bravery in very close range.

	~~There aren't many uses cases for~~ Firaga outside of occasional ~~ranged~~ '''[~~https:~~/~~/glossary.infil.net/?t=Zoning zoning~~]''' ~~and combo fillers~~. ~~It doesn't~~ act as an end point for Cloud's ~~gameplan~~, nor is it usable in the air. Cloud stands still for the entire animation, and the fireballs don't have enough coverage against assists with fast startup ~~or at high altitude~~. The recovery has a late cancel window, which makes repeated ~~uses~~ much riskier for Cloud. Firaga still loses to higher priority '''[[List_of_Useful_Info_(Dissidia_012)#Command_Block\|command blocks]]''' ~~and~~ well placed invincibility (air dodges, {{012tifa}}'s feints).		Firaga is strong, but it sees little use outside of occasional {{keyword\|zoning\|zoning=1}} and combo {{keyword\|fillers\|filler=1}}. The {{keyword\|hit stun\|hitstun=1}} is short, so it does not start assist combos consistently without walls or '''[[Cloud_Strife_(Dissidia_012)/Combos#Assist_Storage_Glitch\|assist storage glitch]]'''. Firaga does not act as an end point for Cloud's strategy, nor is it usable in the air. Cloud stands still for the entire animation, and the fireballs don't have enough coverage against high altitude opponents, or assists with fast {{keyword\|startup\|startup=1}}. The {{keyword\|recovery\|recovery=1}} has a late {{keyword\|cancel\|cancel=1}} window, which makes repeated use much riskier for Cloud. Firaga still loses to higher priority attacks and '''[[List_of_Useful_Info_(Dissidia_012)#Command_Block\|command blocks]]''', in addition to well placed invincibility (air dodges, {{012tifa}}'s feints).

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Muggshotter: /* Overview */

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Overview

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	Cloud is an {{keyword\|all-rounder\|all-rounder=1}} with a focus on close-range fighting and damage. He can close gaps with his ~~good~~ dash ~~speed~~ and {{keyword\|mix up\|mixup=1}} with Double Cut, its multiple {{keyword\|cancel\|cancel=1}} options and slower heavy hitting braveries. Cloud has {{keyword\|HP links\|hplink=1}} that can deal a lot of damage, especially with assist. With a good {{keyword\|read\|read=1}} or a dodge punish, Cloud can build some EX gauge or momentum on a short notice.		Cloud is an {{keyword\|all-rounder\|all-rounder=1}} with a focus on close-range fighting and damage. He can close gaps with his dash and {{keyword\|mix up\|mixup=1}} with Double Cut, its multiple {{keyword\|cancel\|cancel=1}} options and slower heavy hitting braveries. Cloud has {{keyword\|HP links\|hplink=1}} that can deal a lot of damage, especially with assist. With a good {{keyword\|read\|read=1}} or a dodge punish, Cloud can build some EX gauge or momentum on a short notice.

	Cloud needs to get close to make his biggest plays, as his midrange tools are slow or don't have high reward. Cloud doesn't specialize in {{keyword\|zoning\|zoning=1}}, but he can use his many {{keyword\|projectiles\|projectile=1}} on the ground to disrupt movement or do more damage during combos. He builds EX and assist gauge well with {{keyword\|pokes\|poke=1}}, but his offense isn't bulletproof; His HP links are vulnerable against '''[[Assist_(Dissidia_012)#Assist_Change\|Assist Change]]''' and dodge punishing fast fallers ({{012kain}}, {{012kef}}) or characters with {{keyword\|command block\|commandblock=1}} ({{012jec}}) can be challenging. Cloud also needs to be mindful of air dodges, as he doesn't fall quickly after he finishes dodging.		Cloud needs to get close to make his biggest plays, as his midrange tools are slow or don't have high reward. Cloud doesn't specialize in {{keyword\|zoning\|zoning=1}}, but he can use his many {{keyword\|projectiles\|projectile=1}} on the ground to disrupt movement or do more damage during combos. He builds EX and assist gauge well with {{keyword\|pokes\|poke=1}}, but his offense isn't bulletproof; His HP links are vulnerable against '''[[Assist_(Dissidia_012)#Assist_Change\|Assist Change]]''' and dodge punishing fast fallers ({{012kain}}, {{012kef}}) or characters with {{keyword\|command block\|commandblock=1}} ({{012jec}}) can be challenging. Cloud also needs to be mindful of air dodges, as he doesn't fall quickly after he finishes dodging.

Muggshotter: /* Overview */ Fixed keyword tooltips.

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Overview: Fixed keyword tooltips.

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	Cloud is an {{keyword\|all-rounder\|all-rounder}} with a focus on close-range fighting and damage. He can close gaps with his good dash speed and {{keyword\|mix up\|mixup}} with Double Cut, its multiple {{keyword\|cancel\|cancel}} options and slower heavy hitting braveries. Cloud has {{keyword\|HP links\|~~HP link~~}} that can deal a lot of damage, especially with assist. With a good {{keyword\|read\|read}} or a dodge punish, Cloud can build some EX gauge or momentum on a short notice.		Cloud is an {{keyword\|all-rounder\|all-rounder=1}} with a focus on close-range fighting and damage. He can close gaps with his good dash speed and {{keyword\|mix up\|mixup=1}} with Double Cut, its multiple {{keyword\|cancel\|cancel=1}} options and slower heavy hitting braveries. Cloud has {{keyword\|HP links\|hplink=1}} that can deal a lot of damage, especially with assist. With a good {{keyword\|read\|read=1}} or a dodge punish, Cloud can build some EX gauge or momentum on a short notice.

	Cloud needs to get close to make his biggest plays, as his midrange tools are slow or don't have high reward. Cloud doesn't specialize in {{keyword\|zoning\|zoning}}, but he can use his many {{keyword\|projectiles\|projectile}} on the ground to disrupt movement or do more damage during combos. He builds EX and assist gauge well with {{keyword\|pokes\|poke}}, but his offense isn't bulletproof; His HP links are vulnerable against '''[[Assist_(Dissidia_012)#Assist_Change\|Assist Change]]''' and dodge punishing fast fallers ({{012kain}}, {{012kef}}) or characters with {{keyword\|command block\|~~command block~~}} ({{012jec}}) can be challenging. Cloud also needs to be mindful of air dodges, as he doesn't fall quickly after he finishes dodging.		Cloud needs to get close to make his biggest plays, as his midrange tools are slow or don't have high reward. Cloud doesn't specialize in {{keyword\|zoning\|zoning=1}}, but he can use his many {{keyword\|projectiles\|projectile=1}} on the ground to disrupt movement or do more damage during combos. He builds EX and assist gauge well with {{keyword\|pokes\|poke=1}}, but his offense isn't bulletproof; His HP links are vulnerable against '''[[Assist_(Dissidia_012)#Assist_Change\|Assist Change]]''' and dodge punishing fast fallers ({{012kain}}, {{012kef}}) or characters with {{keyword\|command block\|commandblock=1}} ({{012jec}}) can be challenging. Cloud also needs to be mindful of air dodges, as he doesn't fall quickly after he finishes dodging.

	Cloud works with a variety of build styles, such as damage, EX Core and Side by Side {{accsp}}. His assist synergy is diverse thanks to his wall rush potential and Double Cut confirms. And if Cloud gets a full EX gauge, his guard crushing EX mode can cripple the opposition.		Cloud works with a variety of build styles, such as damage, EX Core and Side by Side {{accsp}}. His assist synergy is diverse thanks to his wall rush potential and Double Cut confirms. And if Cloud gets a full EX gauge, his guard crushing EX mode can cripple the opposition.