Squall Leonhart (Dissidia 012)

Info
Name	Squall Leonhart (スコール・レオンハート)
Original game	Final Fantasy VIII
Base ATK (LV100)	109 (Low)
Base DEF (LV100)	111 (Average)
Run Speed	5 (Above Average)
Dash Speed	77 (Average / Good)
Fall Speed	81 (Average)
Fall Speed Ratio After Dodge	38 (Average)
Fastest BRV
Fastest HP
1-Hit HP
HP Links
Command Block
Weapon	Swords, Daggers, Katanas, Guns
Armor	Shields, Bangles, Hats, Helms, Clothing, Light Armor, Large Shields, and Chestplates
Exclusive weapons	Revolver, Twin Lance, Punishment, Lionheart
Unlock
Alignment
Voice Actor (JP)
Voice Actor (ENG)

Strengths	Weaknesses

Overview

Squall is a flexible close range character who can engage from further away and approach from a variety of angles. Above average running speed, fast multi-part bravery attacks, strong anti-air, strong combo & meter drain potential and Ranged Low block properties, Squall has a lot going for him.

On the ground, he can hit people outside of their effective range to lead into combos, easily anti-air and catch their dodges as well as play the conventional close range interactions. Air combat is handled with good usage of air movement, single hit HPs and the infamous Beat Fang. Building assist meter is consistent, with fast bravery whiffs and retaliatory HPs when using Side by Side. EX generation is weak in the air, but finishing ground attacks and investing into EX Core absorption with his exclusive weapon can make up the difference. Due to his holding potential, Squall can work with a variety of assists, though HP follow-ups may suffer depending on position and assist choice.

Squall is versatile and relatively easy to use, but he can struggle to punish air dodges effectively against fall fallers such as Kefka or Prishe. Similiarly, fast running speed can make most of his moves whiff effortlessly. On top of that, his primary way of protecting himself after a dodge is clashing with a bravery attack. Combined with his floaty air dodges, the reliance on dodge cancels can put Squall at great risk for any approach attempts.

Squall is a high tier character. Barring a few unfavorable match-ups, his consistency, flexibility and ease of use make him a good pick for new and experienced players alike.

Bravery Attacks

Ground

During EX Mode, damage multipliers inside brackets [ ] hit twice instead of once.

Upper BluesSolid BarrelBlizzard BarretThunder BarretFusillade

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	[3, 3, 5],9 (20) [31]	13F	Physical	Melee Low	30
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Wall Rush	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Close] Leap into the air. Quick launch, easy wall rush.

A quick forward slash with combo potential. Upper Blues is commonly used as a poke, whiff punisher, in combos and to fill assist meter faster with dodge cancels. Due to the forward movement, it is more reliable in catching moving opponents than his other ground braveries. A good bravery to have in most match-ups and builds.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	[5, 6, 8, 10, 5, 5, 16] (55) (110)	13F	Physical	Melee Low	90
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Chase	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Close] Repeated slashes. Short range; quick and powerful.

Another fast bravery with shorter reach than Upper Blues, but better EX generation with the last hit. Much like Upper Blues, this can be dodge cancelled quickly to generate assist meter and cancelling the third hit even enables the well known "golden combo".

The knockback on the last hit does not lend well to assist combos, but because each attack can be input with a fairly generous input window, assist conversions can be confirmed reliably.

Due to Solid Barrel's short range, it is not often used to punish whiffs or poke moving opponents. It works more consistently as a block punisher against grounded opponents and as a combo starter or an extender after Thunder Barret. Having higher damage and EX Force output than Upper Blues, along with good frame data are enough to justify this attack as a staple for Squall.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	10 (10)	33F	Magical	Ranged Low	0
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	-	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Long] Fire one ice bullet. Long range, strong homing.

A slow single hit projectile with low priority. Due to it's overall speed, lackluster hit stun and unfavorable risk / reward ratio, Blizzard Barret is rarely, if ever prioritized in competitive play. If it does hit an opponent with a bit of delay after firing it, the projectile can act as a combo starter.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	each (3)	33F (furthest bolt appears first)	Magical	Ranged Low	each 9
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
		30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Mid] Lightning that draws foes. Good start for combos

A signature Squall combo starter. Four vertical lightning bolts are cast in front of Squall, which can act as a longer range disjointed poke, anti-air, dodge punisher and as a combo starter. These traits make Thunder Barret a great move for Squall in most match-ups as it can control a decent amount of space with good reward on hit.

It's not without faults however. The Ranged Low priority and the relatively slow startup make it easier for the opponent to react and power through bolts with a dash or an attack, creating an opening for hitting Squall when he is vulnerable. Furthermore, the lightning bolts do not have enough tracking to hit high speed lateral movement. Even though Thunder Barret's recovery can be cancelled into other actions, Squall is completely stationary and has no protection beyond the active lightning bolts. As such, using this move predictably can quickly backfire against vigilant opponents.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	6, 6, 6, 6 each 6 (24+)	33F	Magical	Ranged Low, Mid (only thunder)	60~90
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Chase	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Mid] Magic barrage. Can combo without hitting.

A combination of magic projectiles with good EX generation. The startup and initial Ranged Low priority do not serve well for poking or assist meter purposes. However, Fusillade can still work in situations where Solid Barrel would normally be used. That is, after staggering with a block, or starting a combo with Thunder Barret. Much like Solid Barrel, the holding potential is great for assist conversions and the EX generation can be exceeded depending on the assist.

Due to functional overlap with Solid Barrel with few standout traits elsewhere, Fusillade is not often prioritized in competitive play.

Aerial

Heel CrushBeat FangMystic FlurryFire Barret

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	20 (20)	41F	Physical	Melee Mid	0
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Block Low (Ranged), Wall Rush	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Mid] Unleash heel drop. Slow start, fast movement.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	[3, 5], 7, [2 x 6, 13] (40) [73]	15F	Physical	Melee Low	30
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Wall Rush	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Close] Float, then strike down foe. Short reach, but fast.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	each 1 x 8, 7 (15)	33F	Magical	Ranged Low	each 30
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Wall Rush	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Mid] Magic barrage. Can combo without hitting.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	each (5)	33F	Magical	Ranged Low	0
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	-	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Long] Launch multiple fireballs. Normal speed, strong homing.

HP Attacks

Ground

Fated CircleRevolver DriveBlasting ZoneRough Divide

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	-	43F	-	Ranged High	0
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Block Low (Ranged), wall rush, absorb	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Close] Surround self with explosions. Block foe's spells.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	1 x N (max 50)	43F	Physical	Melee High	each 3
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Wall rush	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Mid] Rage-filled charge. Can aim with the analog stick.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	6, 1 x 4 (10)	41F	Magical	Melee High	90
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	-	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Mid] Chop with massive blade of light that flies forward.

Very strong tracking during start-up, good anti-air and dodge punishment tool.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	-	59F	-	Melee High	0
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Wall rush	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Long] Leap into a charge. Slow start, but very fast charge.

Aerial

Aerial CircleRough Divide

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	-	43F	-	Ranged High	0
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Block Low (Ranged), wall rush, absorb	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Close] Surround self with explosions. Blocks foe's spells.

	Base damage	Startup frame	Type	Priority	EX Force
	-	59F	-	Melee High	0
	Effects	CP (Mastered)	Cancels	Assist Gain (Hit)
	Wall rush	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Long] Leap into a charge. Slow start, but very fast charge.

EX Mode: Lionheart equipped!

Effects:

• Regen
• Critical Boost
• Lionheart (RANGE)
• Lionheart (HIT)

Lionheart (RANGE)

[Always active while in EX Mode] Transfers the heart of a lion to the weapon, increasing it's range.

Lionheart (HIT)

[Always active while in EX Mode] Pushes the weapon's specs to the limit, increasing the force of each blast.

EX Burst: Renzokuken

A flurry of attacks ending in one shattering blow. Watch your timing and press R when the cursor is in the frame.

Damage multiplier (initial)	Damage multiplier (rest)	Type
2,2 (4)	9x7, 13, 20 (96) (100 total)	Physical

Combos

Solo

Squall has several solo combos on the ground and is one of the best characters at taking advantage of landing lag.

DC = Dodge cancel
LL = Landing lag

Combo	Approximate damage (multipliers)	Approximate EX Force	Notes	Video
Solid Barrel (3 hits) > DC > LL > Upper Blues (2 hits, delay the 2nd hit) > DC > LL > Beat Fang	65 + WR (5, 6, 8, 3, 3, 40 + WR)	??	The notorious "golden combo". Highest assist gain. Solid Barrel DC into Upper Blues is particularly difficult to time, but if the opponent's dodge timing is off at any point, the combo becomes that much easier.	video
Beat Fang (1st hit) > DC > LL > Beat Fang (1st hit) > repeat	6+ (3, 3, 3...)	??	Infinite combo. Reliant on landing lag and difficult to time, but it is inescapable if the opponent cannot use assist or EX. Can be easier during EX Mode due to the added hit. On average this is a very low damaging infinite, but even with one repetition the added assist generation on attack is a great asset to Squall. This can be used to the player's advantage in tournaments where infinites are banned.	video
Mystic Flurry > DC > Beat Fang / Aerial Circle	??	??	Very inconsistent due to Mystic Flurry's projectile positioning and reliance on connecting another attack during one of the projectiles.	video
Fire Barret > Beat Fang	45~55 +WR (5~15, 40 + WR)	??	A single Fire Barret projectile has enough hit stun to combo into Beat Fang or even Aerial Circle if it hit moments after firing it. Can be difficult to visually confirm in the heat of the moment.	video

Thunder Barret

Squall's Thunder Barret inherently allows cancelling into another attack and causes enough hitstun to even chain into HP attacks with precise timing. In short, Thunder Barret can combo into any grounded attack except Rough Divide.

Each Thunder Barret bolt has a damage multiplier of 3 and further bolts can miss if performed close to the opponent. Therefore, the overall damage and meter generation depend largely on the initial distance and followup(s).

Combo	Approximate damage (multipliers)	Approximate EX Force	Notes	Video
Thunder Barret > Solid Barrel	58~67 (3~12, 55)	99~126 (9~36, 90)	Easy to do, high EX gain.	video
Thunder Barret > Upper Blues	23~32 + WR (3~12, 20 + WR)	39~66 (9~36, 30)	Wall rush and dodge cancel Beat Fang help facilitate ground assist followups.	video
Thunder Barret > Blizzard Barret	13~22 (3~12, 10)	9~36 (9~36, 0)	No known utility to prioritise this over other followups.	video
Thunder Barret > Fusillade	33~42+	69~96+	Not often prioritised due to other braveries, but this cannot be staggered by LV2 Assist Change. Can be used in conjunction with assists with downward knockback for added EX Force.	video
Thunder Barret > Fated Circle	3~12 + HP WR	9~36	Same timing requirement as Revolver Drive, does not inflict additional bravery damage or generate EX. Similiar to Fusillade, LV2 Assist Change cannot stagger Squall. Overall the weakest HP option of the three in terms of reward, but can still wall rush.	video
Thunder Barret > Blasting Zone	13~22 (3~12, 10)	99~126 (9~36, 90)	Easiest HP attack timing due to faster start-up. Good EX gain and can still combo into air assists.	video
Thunder Barret > Revolver Drive	4~86 + HP WR (3~12, 1xN, max 50)	12~186	Highest EX gain, great wall rush potential and stage position manipulation. One of Squall's strongest solo combos. Repeatedly pressing Revolver Drive will not register a held input once the HP attack begins, which can cause issues when practicing the timing.	video
Thunder Barret > Solid Barrel (3 hits) > DC > LL > Upper Blues (2 hits, delay the 2nd hit) > DC > LL > Beat Fang	68~77 + WR (3xN, 5, 6, 8, 3, 3, 40 + WR)	??	The most extensive solo ground combo. Comboing into Solid Barrel also enables the golden combo, increasing bravery damage and assist meter gain even further.	video

Builds

HybridAdamant ChainsEX CoreSide by SideMeter Depletion

Stats
HP	10299
CP	450
BRV	996
ATK	177
DEF	185
LUK	--
Max Booster	x3.5

Special Effect: Judgment of Lufenia

Equipment
Assist	Kuja
Weapon	Lionheart
Hand	Lufenian Shield
Head	Lufenian Helm
Body	Lufenian Armor (CP Glitch)
Accessory 1	Hyper Ring
Accessory 2	Zephyr Cloak
Accessory 3	Dismay Shock
Accessory 4	Large Gap in HP
Accessory 5	Summon Unused
Accessory 6	Pre-EX Mode
Accessory 7	Pre-EX Revenge
Accessory 8	Tenacious Attacker
Accessory 9	Glutton
Accessory 10	First to Victory
Summon	Rubicante

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Bravery attacks
Ground	Aerial
HP attacks
Ground	Aerial

indicates a "Gear" extra ability or the use of CP / Equipment glitch. The total CP cost will assume the glitch is done.

A general all-rounder build.

Stats
HP	9972
CP	450
BRV	877 (1052 with First to Victory)
ATK	178
DEF	185
LUK	--
Max Booster	x3.5

Special Effect: Adamant Chains

Equipment
Assist	Kuja
Weapon	Earthbreaker (CP Glitch)
Hand	Adamant Shield
Head	Adamant Helm
Body	Adamant Vest
Accessory 1	Muscle Belt
Accessory 2	Dismay Shock
Accessory 3	Battle Hammer
Accessory 4	Summon Unused
Accessory 5	Pre-EX Mode
Accessory 6	Pre-EX Revenge
Accessory 7	Aerial
Accessory 8	Tenacious Attacker
Accessory 9	First to Victory
Accessory 10	Back-Breaking Straw
Summon	Rubicante

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Bravery attacks
Ground	Aerial
HP attacks
Ground	Aerial

indicates a "Gear" extra ability or the use of CP / Equipment glitch. The total CP cost will assume the glitch is done.

Weapon can be changed according to match-up or player preference.

This set primarily takes advantage of the added air dodge distance that the set bonus provides. Squall's air dodges leave him vulnerable with no strong options to cover them, so the additional dodge distance helps him stay safe and whiff punish.

Against Onion Knight, Jecht or Cloud, you may need to adjust the accessories to suit Side by Side special accessory for assist meter. Tenacious Attacker is not a necessity, but good to have. Hero's Essence for more CP, Winged Boots for banish traps, Glutton for characters with strong EX generation (e.g. Lightning, Shantotto).

Stats
HP	10299
CP	450
BRV	996
ATK	177
DEF	185
LUK	--
Max Booster	x5.3

Special Effect: Soul of Yamato

Equipment
Assist	Kuja
Weapon	Lionheart
Hand	Genji Shield
Head	Genji Helm
Body	Genji Armor (CP Glitch)
Accessory 1	Sniper Eye
Accessory 2	Dragonfly Orb
Accessory 3	Battle Hammer
Accessory 4	EX Core Present
Accessory 5	Summon Unused
Accessory 6	Pre-EX Mode
Accessory 7	Pre-EX Revenge
Accessory 8	Aerial
Accessory 9	Tenacious Attacker
Accessory 10	First to Victory
Summon	Rubicante

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Bravery attacks
Ground	Aerial
HP attacks
Ground	Aerial

indicates a "Gear" extra ability or the use of CP / Equipment glitch. The total CP cost will assume the glitch is done.

Enhanced EX intake through EX cores.

Substitutes: Sniper Eye, Dragonfly Orb, Aerial and special accessories can be substituted according to player preference. First to Victory can be replaced with Dismay Shock. Previously mentioned substitutes are decent picks, such as Muscle Belt. With EX cores being your primary source for the meter, Together as One and Platinum Hourglass are not completely unviable.

Stats
HP	9971
CP	450
BRV	1453 (2179 with Hero's Seal)
ATK	176
DEF	182
LUK	--
Max Booster	x3.8

Special Effect: None

Equipment
Assist	Kuja
Weapon	Piggy's Stick
Hand	Hero's Shield
Head	Royal Crown (CP Glitch)
Body	Maximillian (CP Glitch)
Accessory 1	Sniper Eye
Accessory 2	Dismay Shock
Accessory 3	Battle Hammer
Accessory 4	BRV = 0
Accessory 5	Empty EX Gauge
Accessory 6	Pre-EX Mode
Accessory 7	Pre-EX Revenge
Accessory 8	Hero's Seal
Accessory 9	Together as One
Accessory 10	Side by Side
Summon	Rubicante

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Bravery attacks
Ground	Aerial
HP attacks
Ground	Aerial

indicates a "Gear" extra ability or the use of CP / Equipment glitch. The total CP cost will assume the glitch is done.

Recommended for small stages or even / favorable match-ups. With Together as One, Squall can whiff twice and already have one assist bar ready. Every time you stagger the opponent with LV2 Assist Change and hit them with Aerial Circle, you are also couple whiffs away from an assist bar. Meter lead can be easy to maintain to an extent.

Substitutes:

• Basic - Hyper Ring, Muscle Belt, Bravery Orb
• Booster - Large Gap in HP, Summon Unused, Grounded, Aerial, Assist
• Special - Blue Gem, Growth Egg, Great Gospel, Winged Boots, Hero's Essence, Badge of Trust.

Stats
HP	10298
CP	450
BRV	996
ATK	179
DEF	182
LUK	--
Max Booster	x6.9

Special Effect: Seal of Lufenia

Equipment
Assist	Yuna
Weapon	Lufenian Lance (CP Glitch)
Hand	Lufenian Dirk (CP Glitch)
Head	Lufenian Headband (CP Glitch)
Body	Maximillian (CP Glitch)
Accessory 1	Dismay Shock
Accessory 2	Battle Hammer
Accessory 3	BRV = 0
Accessory 4	Assist
Accessory 5	Summon Unused
Accessory 6	Pre-EX Mode
Accessory 7	Pre-EX Revenge
Accessory 8	Aerial
Accessory 9	Free choice
Accessory 10	Free choice
Summon

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Bravery attacks
Ground	Aerial
HP attacks
Ground	Aerial

indicates a "Gear" extra ability or the use of CP / Equipment glitch. The total CP cost will assume the glitch is done.

Yuna's air bravery assist with Aerial Circle for maximum effect. Press Aerial Circle as the second brv hit lands to ensure a maximum amount of hits from Aerial Circle. Even though no additional damage occurs (aside from wall rush), each HP hit depletes meter.

Assists

Squall's assist data

Type	Attack	Startup	Position	Spawn	Damage multiplier	Effects
BRV	Solid Barrel	13F	Ground	Opponent	5, 6, 8, 10, 5, 5, 16 (55)	Chase
BRV	Heel Crush	41F	Air	Opponent	20	Wall Rush, Block (Ranged Low)
HP	Blasting Zone	41F	Ground	Opponent	6, 1 x 4, (10)	Chase
HP	Aerial Circle	43F	Air	Opponent	-	Wall Rush, Absorb, Block (Ranged Low)

Assists

All meta assists can work, with Kuja being the strongest. Because of Squall's holding potential, conversion ability during a combo and wall rush potential on Upper Blues and Beat Fang, he synergises with a myriad of assists.

KujaYunaJechtTidusSephirothAerithThe EmperorOnion KnightGilgameshCecilTerra

High damage and reliable conversions, but also quite vulnerable if the opponent escapes with Assist Change. Converts off of wall rushes and bravery attacks with ease. When using air BRV assist, delaying the teleport for a moment before using Aerial Circle will make it much more reliable. This assist also has safety against LV2 Change thanks to the Flare Star HP's Ranged High priority, which works well off of Beat Fang and Upper Blues.

Strongest meter depletion anywhere on the stage with air BRV assist. By timing Aerial Circle to hit simultaneously with Yuna air BRV's third hit, the knockback will be cancelled briefly by the assist and enable the HP to hit multiple times, applying depletion each time.

Other assist moves have far more limited application and diminishing returns on investment. Ranged Low priority on air BRV assist means LV2 Assist Change will not stagger Yuna, making this very applicable.

Be careful however - If the opponent Assist Changes after Yuna has connected the second hit, you will not be able to protect her during Aerial Circle...

A good all-rounder assist. Fast start-up can convert off of any (traded) hit with relative ease and holding potential ensures an HP at varying positions. Both bravery assists allow Thunder Barret follow-ups as long as ground is available. This means an abundance of Revolver Drive enders for a lot of EX, but it also means you may have to protect Jecht sometimes to avoid being locked out of using him.

Fast air bravery assist for whiff punishes and low damage output, slower ground bravery assist for trades and higher damage via Thunder Barret. A serviceable assist, but he doesn't provide Squall any distinct advantages beyond air assist start-up and it's relative safety.

Faster ground BRV assist than Kuja with similiar holding potential for Aerial Circle or Thunder Barret. However, the knockback on both BRV assists restricts combo structure. Not a terrible assist, but practical follow-ups often commit to all BRV or an early HP. Sephiroth also stays on the field for a fairly long time, so protecting him can result in diminishing returns.

Squall's holding potential lets him convert to the relatively slow Seal Evil attack even without ground. With wall rush on the ground however, Squall can generate some of the spent assist meter back thanks to Ground Dash + Assist Gauge Up Dash abilities while the opponent is stuck in Seal Evil.

All ground conversions are compromised due to Aerith's Cure not having any hitstun. Coupled with the weakest meter depletion overall, Aerith assist can be difficult to justify for Squall specifically.

A viable assist, but arguably one of the weaker meta options for Squall.

Niche, empowered ground play and very damaging mines through Beat Fang wall rushes. With Squall's liberal combo sequences on the ground, he can also combo into the Thunder Crest assist with ease.

LV2 Assist Change does not stagger The Emperor and the opponent's assist will be locked upon use thanks to the trap's Unblockable priority. Thunder Crest's holding potential allows an HP of your choice and of course, you can cover yourself by being inside the trap itself.

In addition, if The Emperor is called just as the Beat Fang wall rushes, the Ranged Low air BRV assist Mine can connect for a lot of bravery damage.

Other wall rush conversions and whiff punishment are weakened or compromised, but this assist is definitely not without merit!

A serviceable assist. Similiar to The Emperor, grounded wall rushes provide utility in the form of Blizzard's Ranged Low priority and holding potential. Turbo-Hit does not require a wall for an HP, but converting off of an opponent's whiffed attack can be difficult if you're far away. Blizzard can also intercept attacks from further away, which may prove to be helpful during grounded interactions.

Functionally similiar to Yuna assist. Longer range compared to Yuna, but no Ranged Low priority, meaning he will lose to LV2 Assist Change. Does exhibit highest raw bravery damage with Excalibur however, worth considering if you're going for extended combos.

Cecil assist can be likened to a slower version of Yuna / Gilgamesh assist with middle-of-the-pack damage and longer holding potential. If you have ground available, Cecil works off of most combo starters just fine. Outside of this combo-centric appeal, Cecil does not provide any distinct advantages over other assists.

Limited air conversions and punish opportunities, but more extravagant ground combos with Graviga assist and Fusillade. As Fusillade is not an essential move for Squall, this is something of a flamboyant combination. With two assist bars, it's possible to combo into Fusillade twice in a row for a minimum of 60 base damage multiplier and 120 ex! Graviga could act as an instigator due to it's tracking, but do note it can still be dodged and that Terra is vulnerable while casting.