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| ''[Long] Drop ground-hugging ice. Ice quickly spins while homing.'' | | ''[Long] Drop ground-hugging ice. Ice quickly spins while homing.'' |
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| | A single ice sphere flies in a fixed, upward arc over the opponent that homes in on them after landing on the ground. This is Kefka's faster overall duration attack in terms of startup and recovery frames. Twisty-Turny Blizzaga is primarily used in ground-to-ground interactions, because the projectile's homing follow-up will not activate if it doesn't reach solid ground. As such, it's use cases are limited. |
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| | It's main application is during match start as a way to try and force the opponent to move in order to buy time for Kefka's other spells. The projectile's movement is fast enough that it can hit a dashing opponent from behind. The initial shot can hit airborne opponents and it causes a decent amount of hit stun, but the damage output is low without the homing follow-up that can wall rush. |
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| | When used during EX Mode, Twisty-Turny Blizzaga has an additional hit upon landing that holds the opponent in place before following up with a dash. |
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| A cornerstone of Kefka's pressure. In most match-ups against close-range characters, this is what players should seek to cast or set up after attacks to make engaging with Kefka more difficult. Because of it's Ranged Mid priority and the ability to blindside opponents with it's zig-zag style travelling arc, this projectile can greatly interfere with their approach. | | A cornerstone of Kefka's pressure. In most match-ups against close-range characters, this is what players should seek to cast or set up after attacks to make engaging with Kefka more difficult. Because of it's Ranged Mid priority and the ability to blindside opponents with it's zig-zag style travelling arc, this projectile can greatly interfere with their approach. |
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| Two Waggle-Wobbly Firagas can pursue the opponent on the stage simultaneously. If a third one is cast, the first one usually vanishes due to reaching it's maximum duration. However, if one Waggle-Wobbly Firaga hits the opponent, a third Firaga can be casted, and the first one that hit the opponent will operate without interference.
| | By default, two Waggle-Wobbly Firagas can pursue the opponent on the stage simultaneously. If a third one is cast, the first one usually vanishes due to reaching it's maximum duration. However, if one Waggle-Wobbly Firaga hits the opponent, a third Firaga can be casted, and the first one that hit the opponent will operate without interference. |
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| When Waggle-Wobbly Firaga hits, it will hold the opponent in place for a good second before it stops inflicting damage. During this time following up with assist, braveries or HPs is very practical and is one of Kefka's primary ways to land HP attacks without assist. No knockback occurs at the end, providing only a brief window for follow-ups in the air and more notably, landing lag abuse on the ground. | | When Waggle-Wobbly Firaga hits, it will hold the opponent in place for a good second before it stops inflicting damage. During this time following up with assist, braveries or HPs is very practical and is one of Kefka's primary ways to land HP attacks without assist. No knockback occurs at the end, providing only a brief window for follow-ups in the air and more notably, landing lag abuse on the ground. Furthermore, if another Waggle-Wobbly Firaga connects while the first one is still inflicting damage to the opponent, the hit effect is not invalidated. |
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| As it takes over a second for the mid priority to become active, it is important to ensure Kefka can perform this attack without being interrupted. Use multiple air jumps in conjunction with [[Abilities_(Dissidia_012)#Extra_Abilities-0|'''Precision Jumps''']] to ascend to a large stage's ceiling within a couple seconds. Reverse Free Air Dash is a great general purpose movement option against any character who has to approach Kefka such as {{012vaan}}, {{012clo}} and {{012pri}}. The safest moments to use Waggle-Wobbly Firaga are usually after an assist or an HP attack, when the opponent has whiffed an attack that must be dodge cancelled and when the opponent cannot reach Kefka with their own attack. | | As it takes over a second for the mid priority to become active, it is important to ensure Kefka can perform this attack without being interrupted. Use multiple air jumps in conjunction with [[Abilities_(Dissidia_012)#Extra_Abilities-0|'''Precision Jumps''']] to ascend to a large stage's ceiling within a couple seconds. Reverse Free Air Dash is a great general purpose movement option against any character who has to approach Kefka such as {{012vaan}}, {{012clo}} and {{012pri}}. The safest moments to use Waggle-Wobbly Firaga are usually after an assist or an HP attack, when the opponent has whiffed an attack that must be dodge cancelled and when the opponent cannot reach Kefka with their own attack. |
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| Because the defensive movement (jumps moreso) usually puts Kefka well above the opponent and out of their line of sight for in-game camera, it is possible to take advantage of it. Waggle-Wobbly Firaga doesn't have a strong audio cue to signal it's start-up, but it is possible to mask it a little by performing a dash first and then quickly inputting the attack while Kefka's yell from dash's startup still plays. | | Because the defensive movement (jumps moreso) usually puts Kefka well above the opponent and out of their line of sight for in-game camera, it is possible to take advantage of it. Waggle-Wobbly Firaga doesn't have a strong audio cue to signal it's start-up, but it is possible to mask it a little by performing a dash first and then quickly inputting the attack while Kefka's yell from dash's startup still plays. |
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| During EX Mode, one Waggle-Wobbly Firaga will cast two projectiles instead. The attack data remains the same, but naturally the existence of another projectile creates stronger screen presence and reward on hit. | | During EX Mode, one Waggle-Wobbly Firaga will cast two projectiles instead. In addition to this, the maximum amount of Waggle-Wobbly Firagas that can exist simultaneously is increased to 4. The attack data remains the same, but naturally the existence of additional projectiles creates stronger screen presence and reward on hit. |
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| A series of lightning bolts quickly advancing towards the opponent in a mostly straight line. A relatively fast long range punish move, useful for whiff punishment. The vertical tracking is very lackluster, but it is good on the ground and it has enough hit stun to combo into an assist after a dodge cancel or an instant [[Chase_(Dissidia_012)#Empty_Chase|'''empty chase.''']] This requires a bit of practice and anticipation, but it is a serviceable bravery regardless. | | A series of lightning bolts quickly advancing towards the opponent in a mostly straight line. A relatively fast long range punish move, useful for whiff punishment. The vertical tracking is very lackluster, but it is good on the ground and it has enough hit stun to combo into an assist after a dodge cancel or an instant [[Chase_(Dissidia_012)#Empty_Chase|'''empty chase.''']] This requires a bit of practice and anticipation, but it is a serviceable bravery regardless. |
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| During EX Mode, Kefka will fire another series of bolts after the first one that goes even further. Dodge cancel is possible after the first set of projectiles, making potential assist conversions a bit easier to visually confirm. | | During EX Mode, Kefka will fire another series of bolts after the first one that goes even further. Dodge cancel is possible after the first set of projectiles, but it does not cancel the second series of bolts. This makes potential assist conversions a bit easier to visually confirm. |
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| ''[Long] Rain fire from the skies that ricochets and flies at foe.'' | | ''[Long] Rain fire from the skies that ricochets and flies at foe.'' |
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| Five fireballs descend, surrounding the opponent before homing in at them. Due to it's long startup, low priority, lackluster area of effect midair and low reward on hit without assist, Meteor is often outclassed by his other braveries. While it occupies a decent amount of space, it does not represent a consistent threat against dashes or dodges, nor does it protect Kefka if he casts it from afar. | | Five fireballs descend, surrounding the opponent before homing in at them. If all fireballs connect, Meteor is one of Kefka's strongest braveries in terms of damage and EX Force generation. Due to it's long startup, low priority, lackluster area of effect midair and low reward on hit without assist, Meteor is often outclassed by his other braveries. While it occupies a decent amount of space, it does not represent a consistent threat against dashes or dodges, nor does it protect Kefka if he casts it from afar. |
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| If performed in the air, the fireballs will descend for a long time until they reach the ground. This further limits Meteor's viability and is often better used in small stages or near the ground. | | If performed in the air, the fireballs will descend for a long time until they reach the ground. This further limits Meteor's viability and is often better used in small stages or near the ground. |
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| Each homing projectile sends the opponent upwards and they can combo into assist and other attacks on hit. This is easier said than done however, as the slow startup and low priority make it difficult to connect with Meteor against moving opponents. Visually confirming Meteor on hit can be difficult in neutral situations, but assist combos provide much needed leeway for additional follow-ups. Both Waggle-Wobbly Firaga and being positioned above the opponent are a big help | | Each homing projectile sends the opponent upwards and they can combo into assist and other attacks on hit. This is easier said than done however, as the slow startup and low priority make it difficult to connect with Meteor against moving opponents. Visually confirming Meteor on hit can be difficult in neutral situations, but assist combos provide much needed leeway for additional follow-ups. Both Waggle-Wobbly Firaga and being positioned above the opponent are a big help. |
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| During EX Mode, Meteor can be used midair with no reliance on ground at all as the projectiles will halt their descent after a moment before pursuing the opponent. In a way, it functions as if it is performed in the ground. | | During EX Mode, Meteor can be used midair with no reliance on ground at all as the projectiles will halt their descent after a moment before pursuing the opponent. In a way, it functions as if it is performed in the ground. |
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| ''[Mid] Cast the ultimate(?) spell. Causes huge blast...eventually.'' | | ''[Mid] Cast the ultimate(?) spell. Causes huge blast...eventually.'' |
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| Covers space in front of Kefka with a small projectile and then a wide aoe blast that wall rushes. Ultima is not often used due to it's low reward on hit without walls compared to his other braveries that perform similiar roles with almost equally long casting times. It can perform better in small stages such as in M.S. Prima Vista and Phantom Train, where it can occupy more space with an increased likelyhood for wall rush. | | Covers space in front of Kefka with a small projectile and then a wide aoe blast that wall rushes. Ultima is not often used due to it's low reward on hit without walls compared to his other braveries that perform similiar roles with almost equally long casting times. It can perform better in small stages such as in M.S. Prima Vista and Phantom Train, where it can occupy more space with an increased likelyhood for wall rush. Multi-hitting assists can also enable Ultima's multiple explosions to deal a lot of damage, though this is most commonly relevant in Phantom Train. |
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| When used during EX Mode, Ultima becomes active on frame 1, making this the fastest bravery attack in the game. It is therefore on par with block's startup, and because of it's Ranged Mid priority, it quickly stagger opponents trying to guard against it. | | When used during EX Mode, Ultima becomes active on frame 1, making this the fastest bravery attack in the game. It is therefore on par with block's startup, and because of it's Ranged Mid priority, it quickly staggers opponents trying to guard against it. |
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, good damage multipliers on his staple braveries and combos ensure Kefka's damage output shines regardless of build.
Hyper Ring
Large Gap in HP
indicates a "Gear" extra ability or the use of