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)
Base DEF (LV100)
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.

Build styles:

Adamant Chains
Side by Side
EX Core
Hybrid
Depletion

Bravery Moves

Grounded Moves

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

[Mid] Magic barrage. Can combo without hitting.

Aerial Moves


	Base Damage	20 (20)
	Startup Frame	41F
	Damage Type	Physical
	Priority	Melee Mid
	EX Force	0
	Effects	Wall Rush
	Cancels
	Assist Gain (Hit)
	CP (Mastered)	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

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


	Base Damage	[3,5],7,[2x6,13] (40) [73]
	Startup Frame	15F
	Damage Type	Physical
	Priority	Melee Low
	EX Force	30
	Effects	Wall Rush
	Cancels
	Assist Gain (Hit)
	CP (Mastered)	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

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


	Base Damage	each 1 x8,7 (15)
	Startup Frame	33F
	Damage Type	Magical
	Priority	Ranged Low
	EX Force	each 30
	Effects	Wall Rush
	Cancels
	Assist Gain (Hit)
	CP (Mastered)	30 (15)
	Unlocked at level	Mastered at AP

[Mid] Magic barrage. Can combo without hitting.


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

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

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