Jecht (Dissidia 012)/Strategy - Revision history

Muggshotter at 19:16, 9 August 2024

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	* Use LV2 Assist Change during Jecht's combo chains to stagger him for a counterattack. The later a LV2 Change staggers, the more time you have for a counter. Try using it in between combo chains, Jecht has no choice but to follow through if he wants damage.		* Use LV2 Assist Change during Jecht's combo chains to stagger him for a counterattack. The later a LV2 Change staggers, the more time you have for a counter. Try using it in between combo chains, Jecht has no choice but to follow through if he wants damage.
	* LV2 Assist Change will not reflect Jecht Beam or Ultimate Jecht Shot. Instead, try avoiding contact with these moves altogether if you're looking for a retaliation during a combo.		* LV2 Assist Change will not reflect Jecht Beam or Ultimate Jecht Shot. Instead, try avoiding contact with these moves altogether if you're looking for a retaliation during a combo.

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Muggshotter at 19:15, 9 August 2024

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Muggshotter: /* Countering Jecht Block */

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Countering Jecht Block

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	== Countering Jecht Block ==		== Countering Jecht Block ==
	* Jecht Block does not guard behind his back, so attacks that hit from ~~above and / or~~ behind such as Squall's Beat Fang and Zidane's Vortex can work ~~against it~~.		* Jecht Block does not guard behind his back, so attacks that hit from behind such as Kuja's Snatch Blow can work against it. Squall's Beat Fang and Zidane's Vortex can also work, but these interactions are not necessarily 100 % consistent depending on the angle.

	* Against Jecht Block, you can use an HP attack to stagger Jecht for using it. Call the assist before the stagger happens for a combo opportunity.		* Against Jecht Block, you can use an HP attack to stagger Jecht for using it. Call the assist before the stagger happens for a combo opportunity.

			* On whiff, Jecht Block can only be cancelled with a dodge. This limits Jecht's actions and even though the dodge cancel recovery is short, he can be hit between the guard and a dodge.

	== Meter Usage ==		== Meter Usage ==

Muggshotter at 18:52, 21 May 2024

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Muggshotter at 09:46, 14 May 2024

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	* Use LV2 Assist Change during Jecht's combo chains to stagger him for a counterattack. The later a LV2 Change staggers, the more time you have for a counter. Try using it in between combo chains, Jecht has no choice but to follow through if he wants damage.		* Use LV2 Assist Change during Jecht's combo chains to stagger him for a counterattack. The later a LV2 Change staggers, the more time you have for a counter. Try using it in between combo chains, Jecht has no choice but to follow through if he wants damage.
	* LV2 Assist Change will not reflect Jecht Beam or Ultimate Jecht Shot. Instead, try avoiding contact with these moves altogether if you're looking for a retaliation during a combo.		* LV2 Assist Change will not reflect Jecht Beam or Ultimate Jecht Shot. Instead, try avoiding contact with these moves altogether if you're looking for a retaliation during a combo.

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Muggshotter at 21:58, 13 May 2024

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	= Overview =		= Overview =
	[[Jecht (Dissidia 012)\|'''Jecht''']] is at his strongest when he is close to his opponent. Fighting just outside of that range can prove beneficial, but keep an eye on where and when you want to engage. Many of the outlined strategies are functionally similiar regardless of position, differences will be listed separately.		[[Jecht (Dissidia 012)\|'''Jecht''']] is at his strongest when he is close to his opponent. Fighting just outside of that range can prove beneficial, but keep an eye on where and when you want to engage. Many of the outlined strategies are functionally similiar regardless of position, differences will be listed separately.

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	[[Jecht (Dissidia 012)\|'''Jecht''']] is at his strongest when he is close to his opponent. Fighting just outside of that range can prove beneficial, but keep an eye on where and when you want to engage. Many of the outlined strategies are functionally similiar regardless of position, differences will be listed separately.		[[Jecht (Dissidia 012)\|'''Jecht''']] is at his strongest when he is close to his opponent. Fighting just outside of that range can prove beneficial, but keep an eye on where and when you want to engage. Many of the outlined strategies are functionally similiar regardless of position, differences will be listed separately.

	== Strategy ==		= Strategy =
	=== Offense ===		== Offense ==
	* Poke with Jecht Rush or Jecht Stream and combo on hit		* Poke with Jecht Rush or Jecht Stream and combo on hit
	* Cancel a whiffed Jecht Rush into block to stop opponents late on their counterattack		* Cancel a whiffed Jecht Rush into block to stop opponents late on their counterattack
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	* Do not charge attacks recklessly		* Do not charge attacks recklessly

	=== Defense===		== Defense ==
	* Use Jecht Block to stagger quick pokes, mid priority moves and reflect high priority projectiles		* Use Jecht Block to stagger quick pokes, mid priority moves and reflect high priority projectiles
	* Use Jecht Block right after a dodge to protect yourself against dodge punish attempts		* Use Jecht Block right after a dodge to protect yourself against dodge punish attempts
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	* Delay assist meter decay by using Jecht Block		* Delay assist meter decay by using Jecht Block

	=== Strategy (Ground) ===		== Strategy (Ground) ==
	* Anti-air an opponent directly above Jecht by using Ultimate Jecht Shot		* Anti-air an opponent directly above Jecht by using Ultimate Jecht Shot
	* If using Jecht Blade (ground), it can be used as a glorified charged Jecht Rush with longer attack duration		* If using Jecht Blade (ground), it can be used as a glorified charged Jecht Rush with longer attack duration
	* Use fully charged Jecht Rush (LV3) to clash with an airborne BRV attack and convert into an air combo on contact		* Use fully charged Jecht Rush (LV3) to clash with an airborne BRV attack and convert into an air combo on contact

	=== Strategy (Aerial) ===		== Strategy (Aerial) ==
	* Charge Jecht Stream (max, LV3) to hit an opponent who air dodged above you		* Charge Jecht Stream (max, LV3) to hit an opponent who air dodged above you
	* Briefly charge Jecht Stream (LV2) to scoop a descending opponent or disorient opponents looking for a fully charged Stream		* Briefly charge Jecht Stream (LV2) to scoop a descending opponent or disorient opponents looking for a fully charged Stream
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	* Against fast fallers ({{012kain}}, {{012pri}}, {{012kef}}, {{012tid}} etc.), your dodge punishes are not guaranteed by just air dashing and using Jecht Stream as is. You may have to use LV2 Jecht Stream or call assist during LV3 Jecht Stream for extra reach, or you have to interact successfully when they choose to engage. That being said, don't be afraid to overextend with Free Air Dash - It's free assist meter. The opponent has to commit to an action to discourage you from doing it, which puts you in a better position to hit them directly.		* Against fast fallers ({{012kain}}, {{012pri}}, {{012kef}}, {{012tid}} etc.), your dodge punishes are not guaranteed by just air dashing and using Jecht Stream as is. You may have to use LV2 Jecht Stream or call assist during LV3 Jecht Stream for extra reach, or you have to interact successfully when they choose to engage. That being said, don't be afraid to overextend with Free Air Dash - It's free assist meter. The opponent has to commit to an action to discourage you from doing it, which puts you in a better position to hit them directly.

	=== Meter Usage ===		== Meter Usage ==
	* Just like how the opponent can exploit LV2 Assist Change for a counterattack, Jecht can also do the same by staggering with his own LV2 Change. If done correctly, LV1 Jecht Stream is guaranteed and the return on meter investment can be very worthwhile.		* Just like how the opponent can exploit LV2 Assist Change for a counterattack, Jecht can also do the same by staggering with his own LV2 Change. If done correctly, LV1 Jecht Stream is guaranteed and the return on meter investment can be very worthwhile.

	== Counterstrategies ==		= Counterstrategies =
	=== Offense ===		== Offense ==
	* Some projectiles that spawn on Jecht or attack behind him can hinder his gameplay. They can stop him from closing distance quickly (Zidane's Shift Break), force him to act (Sephiroth's Shadow Flare) or cut off an approach early (Ultimecia's charged Knight's Arrow). Lightning's Thundaga can similiarly intercept combo attempts.		* Some projectiles that spawn on Jecht or attack behind him can hinder his gameplay. They can stop him from closing distance quickly (Zidane's Shift Break), force him to act (Sephiroth's Shadow Flare) or cut off an approach early (Ultimecia's charged Knight's Arrow). Lightning's Thundaga can similiarly intercept combo attempts.
	* Use Free Air Dash / Ground Dash to encourage Jecht to act after a dodge. Jecht Block can stagger your dash, but it cannot hurt jumps or delayed attacks.		* Use Free Air Dash / Ground Dash to encourage Jecht to act after a dodge. Jecht Block can stagger your dash, but it cannot hurt jumps or delayed attacks.
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	* Stand inside The Emperor's Thunder Crest or Dreary Cell and enjoy yourself. If you have no preceding traps to cover you, be wary of dodge punishes on the ground and Tidus assist in the air when using Dreary Cell.		* Stand inside The Emperor's Thunder Crest or Dreary Cell and enjoy yourself. If you have no preceding traps to cover you, be wary of dodge punishes on the ground and Tidus assist in the air when using Dreary Cell.

	=== Defense ===		== Defense ==
	* Jump or dodge forward on the ground to make Jecht Rush whiff. That move cannot make Jecht airborne and has limited anti air capability.		* Jump or dodge forward on the ground to make Jecht Rush whiff. That move cannot make Jecht airborne and has limited anti air capability.
	* Move directly away to make Jecht Rush or Jecht Stream whiff. Take advantage of cancels after a whiffed Rush (block, dodge, another Rush) or the long animation of Jecht Stream to punish him. Range is limited without charging.		* Move directly away to make Jecht Rush or Jecht Stream whiff. Take advantage of cancels after a whiffed Rush (block, dodge, another Rush) or the long animation of Jecht Stream to punish him. Range is limited without charging.
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	* If Jecht charges Triumphant Grasp, move away from him a little and ascend to his level to make the attack whiff entirely.		* If Jecht charges Triumphant Grasp, move away from him a little and ascend to his level to make the attack whiff entirely.

	==== Jecht Block ====		== Countering Jecht Block ==
	* Jecht Block does not guard behind his back, so attacks that hit from above and / or behind such as Squall's Beat Fang and Zidane's Vortex can work against it.		* Jecht Block does not guard behind his back, so attacks that hit from above and / or behind such as Squall's Beat Fang and Zidane's Vortex can work against it.
	* Against Jecht Block, you can use an HP attack to stagger Jecht for using it. Call the assist before the stagger happens for a combo opportunity.		* Against Jecht Block, you can use an HP attack to stagger Jecht for using it. Call the assist before the stagger happens for a combo opportunity.

	==== Meter Usage ====		== Meter Usage ==
	* Using your assist right before Jecht hits you can force him to compromise the combo or take damage. If you are confident in the opponent's timing, this is one of your trump cards. Aerith assist won't work very well this way, though.		* Using your assist right before Jecht hits you can force him to compromise the combo or take damage. If you are confident in the opponent's timing, this is one of your trump cards. Aerith assist won't work very well this way, though.
	* Use LV1 Assist Change right as Jecht is about to combo into an HP to makes him susceptible to a counterattack.		* Use LV1 Assist Change right as Jecht is about to combo into an HP to makes him susceptible to a counterattack.

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	* Use LV2 Assist Change during Jecht's combo chains to stagger him for a counterattack. The later a LV2 Change staggers, the more time you have for a counter. Try using it in between combo chains, Jecht has no choice but to follow through if he wants damage.		* Use LV2 Assist Change during Jecht's combo chains to stagger him for a counterattack. The later a LV2 Change staggers, the more time you have for a counter. Try using it in between combo chains, Jecht has no choice but to follow through if he wants damage.
	* LV2 Assist Change will not reflect Jecht Beam or Ultimate Jecht Shot. Instead, try avoiding contact with these moves altogether if you're looking for a retaliation during a combo.		* LV2 Assist Change will not reflect Jecht Beam or Ultimate Jecht Shot. Instead, try avoiding contact with these moves altogether if you're looking for a retaliation during a combo.

	~~= Match-Ups =~~
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	\|empy=The Emperor is Jecht's worst match-up. Lack of range and utility for playing around unblockable Thunder Crest BRV and Dreary Cell HP make it very challenging for Jecht to approach safely. Jecht Beam, whiff punishing with assist, actively reducing traps and dashing to punish dodges become essential. Not recommended for players still learning the ropes.
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	~~\|kuja=~~
	~~\|tidus=~~
	~~\|jecht=~~
	~~\|yuna=~~
	~~\|totto=~~
	~~\|pri=~~
	~~\|vaan=~~
	~~\|gab=~~
	~~\|light=~~
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