Dodge (Dissidia 012) - Revision history

Muggshotter: /* Evasion Boost */

2025-06-11T23:51:40Z

Evasion Boost

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	Because of Evasion Boost, dodge punishment is more difficult and risky across the board. However, defending against attacks with strong tracking or projectiles also becomes a lot more reliable.		Because of Evasion Boost, dodge punishment is more difficult and risky across the board. However, defending against attacks with strong tracking or projectiles also becomes a lot more reliable.

	That is not to say dodging is entirely safe, far from it. That being said, much of Dissidia 012's established defensive gameplay can be attributed to dodge Evasion Boost's invincibility. Unfortunately, enforcing a ban on Evasion Boost can negatively impact tournament logistics - This is not an ability ~~that~~ that can be viewed in equipment briefing prior to a fight and the in-game battle information doesn't notify either player about it. As such, monitoring the use of this ability can be extremely time consuming.		That is not to say dodging is entirely safe, far from it. That being said, much of Dissidia 012's established defensive gameplay can be attributed to dodge Evasion Boost's invincibility. Unfortunately, enforcing a ban on Evasion Boost can negatively impact tournament logistics - This is not an ability that can be viewed in equipment briefing prior to a fight and the in-game battle information doesn't notify either player about it. As such, monitoring the use of this ability can be extremely time consuming.

	Despite all of this, Evasion Boost remains a part of Dissidia 012's competitive play. Recent years have also had players engage in fights with mutual agreement of not using it.		Despite all of this, Evasion Boost remains a part of Dissidia 012's competitive play. Recent years have also had players engage in fights with mutual agreement of not using it.

Muggshotter: /* Ground Dodge (Neutral / Backward) */

2025-04-15T20:59:19Z

Ground Dodge (Neutral / Backward)

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	A green "dodge" text will appear when an attack has been dodged successfully.		A green "dodge" text will appear when an attack has been dodged successfully.

	== Ground Dodge (Neutral ~~/ Backward~~) ==		== Ground Dodge (Neutral) ==

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Muggshotter: /* Precision Evasion */

2025-04-15T20:58:21Z

Precision Evasion

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	Precision Evasion is an '''[[Abilities_(Dissidia_012)#Extra_Abilities-0\|extra ability]]'''. If an attack is dodged within the first 4 frames of any dodge, it extends invincibility to the end of a dodge. The dodge must happen close to the attack for this to work.		Precision Evasion is an '''[[Abilities_(Dissidia_012)#Extra_Abilities-0\|extra ability]]'''. If an attack is dodged within the first 4 frames of any dodge, it extends invincibility to the end of a dodge. The dodge must happen close to the attack for this to work. When successful, the character shines with a bright golden hue. If battle information is set to "beginner", it will also notify that Precision Evasion has activated, along with a distinct sound cue.

	The added invincibility means that any character can act out of a dodge without a gap of vulnerability dodges usually have. Another dodge can be chained with no risk, though it cannot trigger another Precision Evasion this way.		The added invincibility means that any character can act out of a dodge without a gap of vulnerability that dodges usually have. Another dodge can be chained with no risk, though it cannot trigger another Precision Evasion this way.

	Gapless regular blocks are technically possible as well, but a more common application of guarding is seen with command blocks. {{012wol}}'s Shield of Light, {{012cod}}'s [Wrath] Particle Beam and {{012jec}}'s Jecht Block all take advantage of this well.		Gapless regular blocks are technically possible as well, but a more common application of guarding is seen with command blocks. {{012wol}}'s Shield of Light, {{012cod}}'s [Wrath] Particle Beam and {{012jec}}'s Jecht Block all take advantage of this well.

	Precision Evasion is expensive to equip, but it is very powerful. It can limit the effectiveness of projectiles, avoid Side by Side {{accsp}} loops ~~with~~ {{012bartz}} and checkmates against assist characters.		Precision Evasion is expensive to equip, but it is very powerful. It can limit the effectiveness of projectiles, avoid Side by Side {{accsp}} loops against {{012bartz}} and checkmates against assist characters.

	= Dodge punishment =		= Dodge punishment =

Muggshotter: /* Ground Dodge (Forward) */

2025-04-15T20:53:25Z

Ground Dodge (Forward)

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	A dodge that jumps over the opponent. This is effective at avoiding grounded attacks with poor vertical reach. Press R + Cross ({{pspr}} + {{pspcro}}) while holding a direction ''towards'' the opponent.		A dodge that jumps over the opponent. This is effective at avoiding grounded attacks with poor vertical reach. Press R + Cross ({{pspr}} + {{pspcro}}) while holding a direction ''towards'' the opponent.

	The total distance travelled is relatively short. Once the vertical peak has been reached, the momentum will drastically slow down. That makes this one of the easier dodges to punish as it is less demanding in range, positioning ~~and movement~~ overall.		The total distance travelled is relatively short. Once the vertical peak has been reached, the momentum will drastically slow down. That makes this one of the easier dodges to punish as it is less demanding in range and positioning overall.

	Punishing this dodge in ground-to-ground interactions requires committing to an anti-air attack or jumping, but the latter option also has significantly less risk.		Punishing this dodge in ground-to-ground interactions requires committing to an anti-air attack or jumping, but the latter option also has significantly less risk.

Muggshotter: /* Air Dodge */

2025-03-12T23:55:10Z

Air Dodge

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	Just like with ground dodges, directional inputs in relation to the opponent (and camera) influence where an air dodge will move the character.		Just like with ground dodges, directional inputs in relation to the opponent (and camera) influence where an air dodge will move the character.

	The level 100 Adamant Chains equipment set bonus stacks with the basic ability [[Abilities_(Dissidia_012)\|~~'''~~Midair Evasion Boost''']], and will increase the distance travelled with an air dodge even further.		The level 100 Adamant Chains equipment set bonus stacks with the basic ability '''[[Abilities_(Dissidia_012)\|Midair Evasion Boost]]''', and will increase the distance travelled with an air dodge even further.

	=== Neutral (no direction) ===		=== Neutral (no direction) ===

Muggshotter: Updated page. Added images, reworded info for everything except dodge punishment.

2025-03-12T23:52:35Z

Updated page. Added images, reworded info for everything except dodge punishment.

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Muggshotter: /* About Dodge Direction */

2024-12-25T15:11:23Z

About Dodge Direction

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	If the camera is tilted to give a diagonal view, the up direction is more likely to result in a diagonal or a side ground dodge instead. This is because the camera is facing in a different direction, and not directly at the opponent.		If the camera is tilted to give a diagonal view, the up direction is more likely to result in a diagonal or a side ground dodge instead. This is because the camera is facing in a different direction, and not directly at the opponent.

	Aerial dodge's direction works similiarly, though it only has one dodge state with ~~it's~~ own set of rules. These will be covered in the air dodge section.		Aerial dodge's direction works similiarly, though it only has one dodge state with its own set of rules. These will be covered in the air dodge section.

	= Dodges =		= Dodges =

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Adjusted sections. Added navbox.

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	== About Dodge Direction ==		= About Dodge Direction =

	When inputting a dodge, a directional input will dictate it's direction. Dissidia 012 defines directional inputs with "towards the opponent" and "away from the opponent", which applies to both attacks and dodges. That means the direction is influenced by the opponent's position and the camera.		When inputting a dodge, a directional input will dictate it's direction. Dissidia 012 defines directional inputs with "towards the opponent" and "away from the opponent", which applies to both attacks and dodges. That means the direction is influenced by the opponent's position and the camera.
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	Aerial dodge's direction works similiarly, though it only has one dodge state with it's own set of rules. These will be covered in the air dodge section.		Aerial dodge's direction works similiarly, though it only has one dodge state with it's own set of rules. These will be covered in the air dodge section.

			= Dodges =

	== Ground Dodge (Neutral / Backward) ==		== Ground Dodge (Neutral / Backward) ==
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	== Camera Reset ==		= Camera Reset =
	By pressing the Select button, the game's camera can be reset to it's default angle. This can be used to remove ambiguity when attempting to dodge in a specific direction.		By pressing the Select button, the game's camera can be reset to it's default angle. This can be used to remove ambiguity when attempting to dodge in a specific direction.

	== Ground / Midair Evasion Boost ==		= Ground / Midair Evasion Boost =

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	However, equipping ground evasion boost is not as important in air oriented match-ups where dodging on the ground may not happen often.		However, equipping ground evasion boost is not as important in air oriented match-ups where dodging on the ground may not happen often.

	== Evasion Boost ==		= Evasion Boost =

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	An example of using resources can be found in the {{012jec}} vs. Tidus match-up - If Jecht attempts to dodge punish Tidus' back air dodge with a charged LV3 Jecht Stream, this will whiff even if Free Air Dash is used prior. However, by calling an assist the charged Jecht Stream gets a slight increase in range during the assist slowdown, creating another interaction between both characters.		An example of using resources can be found in the {{012jec}} vs. Tidus match-up - If Jecht attempts to dodge punish Tidus' back air dodge with a charged LV3 Jecht Stream, this will whiff even if Free Air Dash is used prior. However, by calling an assist the charged Jecht Stream gets a slight increase in range during the assist slowdown, creating another interaction between both characters.

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Muggshotter: /* Defense - How to do it */ Added link to dash feint page

2024-05-17T10:53:25Z

Defense - How to do it: Added link to dash feint page

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	Second method is '''dodge direction'''. This is more prevalent in aerial interactions than grounded ones, but it is important to note regardless. Basically the idea is to dodge in a direction where the opponent cannot reach. For example, dodging forward on the ground against {{012clo}}'s Cross Slash evades both subsequent sword slashes.		Second method is '''dodge direction'''. This is more prevalent in aerial interactions than grounded ones, but it is important to note regardless. Basically the idea is to dodge in a direction where the opponent cannot reach. For example, dodging forward on the ground against {{012clo}}'s Cross Slash evades both subsequent sword slashes.

	Air dodges work similiarly, though with more variation due to adjustable dodge arcs. If Cloud is looking to punish with Braver, dodging directly away from him creates most distance. But if he is looking to approach with a Free Air Dash first and then hit with Double Cut, dodging backwards can backfire ~~quickly~~ due to dash speed and tracking. However, '''dodging past him with a forward air dodge''' can disorient the Free Air Dash tracking and keep Cloud dashing in the same direction instead. This is not limited to Cloud, it can be applied against any character in the game who uses Free Air Dash. Do note that the opponent can still cancel a dash to start a new one with dash feint and realign the tracking of their movement - Outwitting the opponent in these situations is part of the decision making process.		Air dodges work similiarly, though with more variation due to adjustable dodge arcs. If Cloud is looking to punish with Braver, dodging directly away from him creates most distance. But if he is looking to approach with a Free Air Dash first and then hit with Double Cut, dodging backwards can backfire due to dash speed and tracking. However, '''dodging past him with a forward air dodge''' can disorient the Free Air Dash tracking and keep Cloud dashing in the same direction instead. This is not limited to Cloud, it can be applied against any character in the game who uses Free Air Dash. Do note that the opponent can still cancel a dash to start a new one with [[Dash_feint\|'''dash feint''']] and realign the tracking of their movement - Outwitting the opponent in these situations is part of the decision making process.

	If a character has a fast melee low priority attack, that can also be used to clash with a dodge punish attempt.		If a character has a fast melee low priority attack, that can also be used to clash with a dodge punish attempt.

Muggshotter: /* Offense - How to do it */

2024-04-10T19:07:03Z

Offense - How to do it

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	== Offense - How to do it ==		== Offense - How to do it ==
	The first step is ensuring your character can reach the opponent with movement or an attack. This is commonly achieved with the use of [[Dash_(Dissidia_012)#Free_Air_Dash\|'''Free Air Dash''']]'s tracking capability. It is often combined with [[Dash_feint\|'''dash feints''']] in order to adjust to the opponent's dodge timing. Some attacks such as [[Kuja_(Dissidia_012)#Snatch_Blow-0\|'''Kuja's Snatching Blow]], [[Firion_(Dissidia_012)#Aerial_2\|'''Firion's Straightarrow''']] and -infamously- [[Squall_Leonhart_(Dissidia_012)#Blasting_Zone-2\|'''Squall's Blasting Zone''']] can reach with their range and tracking alone if they are positioned close enough.		The first step is ensuring your character can reach the opponent with movement or an attack. This is commonly achieved with the use of [[Dash_(Dissidia_012)#Free_Air_Dash\|'''Free Air Dash''']]'s tracking capability. It is often combined with [[Dash_feint\|'''dash feints''']] in order to adjust to the opponent's dodge timing. Some attacks such as [[Kuja_(Dissidia_012)#Snatch_Blow-0\|'''Kuja's Snatching Blow]], [[Firion_(Dissidia_012)#Aerial_2\|'''Firion's Straightarrow''']] and -infamously- [[Squall_Leonhart_(Dissidia_012)#Blasting_Zone-2\|'''Squall's Blasting Zone''']] can reach with their range and tracking alone if they are positioned close enough. The moment a dodge happens (or slightly before that), simply use the appropriate attack.

	If the opponent is near a wall or a corner, they have less room to move in, reducing their overall distance created with a dodge.		If the opponent is near a wall or a corner, they have less room to move in, reducing their overall distance created with a dodge.
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	The key is to pay attention to when the opponent can dodge and when they are willing to do it. For example, if {{012clo}} always dodges after whiffing Double Cut, that is an opportunity to dash in and create a situation where Cloud makes himself vulnerable. Start dashing after Double Cut has whiffed, react to Cloud dodging and hit him when he is no longer moving. These kinds of situations can be seen throughout matches, but the viability of a dodge punishment can vary greatly depending on stage, position and match-up.		The key is to pay attention to when the opponent can dodge and when they are willing to do it. For example, if {{012clo}} always dodges after whiffing Double Cut, that is an opportunity to dash in and create a situation where Cloud makes himself vulnerable. Start dashing after Double Cut has whiffed, react to Cloud dodging and hit him when he is no longer moving. These kinds of situations can be seen throughout matches, but the viability of a dodge punishment can vary greatly depending on stage, position and match-up.

			Against characters with a defensive attack such as {{012cod}}'s Particle Beam [Wrath] or {{012jec}}'s Jecht Block, this becomes harder to do because of the added layer of defense that can counteract the dodge punish attempt. Dashing into a guarding attack should be avoided by cancelling into another action such as jump, dodge or a high priority attack that guard breaks. Evasive attacks such as {{012gar}}'s Chain Cast and [[Tifa_Lockhart_(Dissidia_012)#Tifa's_mechanics_(Feints)\|'''Tifa's feint mechanic''']] will not stagger, but they do evade attacks once they are in motion.

			The attacker will have to prepare to cut their approach short in anticipation of these moves and adapt accordingly, but this can also cause hesitation or overextension for the defender when punished successfully. By establishing a threat in post-dodge situations, the attacker can create openings from whiffed attacks whether they are dodge cancelled or not. These interactions are covered in more detail on each character's match-up sections.

	== Defense - How to do it ==		== Defense - How to do it ==