Press [✖/A] to move forward or sideways, making you more dynamic and harder to predict in battle. This allows quick movement in the direction the stick is pushed. Close to an opponent, it performs a Step, while at a distance, it becomes a Short Dash, useful for dodging attacks like Blast Attack.
Tapion Movement Moveset 2
Dragon Dash
Press [R2/RT] + [✖/A] to dash swiftly in the direction the stick is pointed. This move uses Ki both when activated and while moving, making it ideal for covering large maps. It can be followed by multiple Rush combos or a Smash Attack.
Tapion Movement Moveset 3
Z-Burst Dash
Execute a Z-Burst Dash by pressing [R2/RT] + [✖/A] + [✖/A]. This high-speed maneuver lets you move behind your opponent during a Dragon Dash. It consumes more Ki than a Dragon Dash but makes it harder for opponents to block.
Tapion Movement Moveset 4
Quick Ascend
Press [R2/RT] + [L1/LB] to rapidly ascend while emitting your Ki Aura, depleting your Ki gauge.
Tapion Movement Moveset 5
Quick Descend
Press [R2/RT] + [L2/LT] to rapidly descend while emitting your Ki Aura, also consuming your Ki gauge.
Tapion Offensive Movesets
Tapion Offensive Moveset 1
Rush Chain
Rush Chain combos can be triggered by pressing [☐/X] up to four times, followed by [△/Y]. The longer the combo, the more damage you’ll inflict, delivering a series of powerful strikes to your opponent.
Smash Attacks are chargeable moves that can send your opponent flying upon impact. The power of these attacks varies with the charge duration. Timing is crucial when executing a Smash Attack.
A Power Smash is more potent than a regular Smash Attack, propelling your opponent further. To perform a Power Smash, hold [☐/X] for a Smash Attack and release it once fully charged. This move deals significant damage and can push your opponent back. Additionally, you can use it to maintain distance and link it with follow-up moves like Dragon Homing and Vanishing Attack. Be sure to integrate it into your combat tactics.
Tapion Offensive Moveset 2
Lift Strike / Grand Slash
Lift Strike: Execute by pressing [☐/X] ↑ + [△/Y] to launch your opponent into the air.
Grand Slash: Use [☐/X] ↓ + [△/Y] to aim your attack downward. When performed from the ground, it forces your opponent down.
Tapion Offensive Moveset 3
Speed move Combos
Vanishing Assault (close and mid-range)
Press [✖/A] + [☐/X] near your opponent to appear behind them and attack. This move works at close and medium distances. After a close-range attack and knocking your opponent back, you can perform follow-up attacks.
Step-in Rush
Press [✖/A] followed by [☐/X] three times to execute a Rush Attack while stepping in.
Burst Meteor
After a Z-burst Dash, press [△/Y] + [☐/X] to perform an attack that slams your opponent down.
Tapion Offensive Moveset 4
Dragon Dash Attack
Unleash this move during a Dragon Dash by pressing [☐/X], or hold the button for a knockback attack. This can be followed by a Pursuit Attack.
Tapion Offensive Moveset 5
Dragon Homing
Chase a blown-away enemy by pressing [✖/A] + [☐/X], then quickly dash [✖/A] in the air. This can lead to a Dragon Smash for extra damage.
Tapion Offensive Moveset 6
Vanishing Attack
Perform a follow-up attack after a Vanishing Assault [✖/A] + [☐/X] by pressing [△/Y], without needing Dragon Homing. Use directional controls to choose the direction you send your opponent.
Tapion Offensive Moveset 8
Throw
Press [R1/RB] + [☐/X] to grab and throw your opponent. Many characters have unique grab attacks.
Tapion Offensive Moveset 9
Ground Throw
Grab a downed opponent by pressing [R1/RB] + [☐/X] and throw them. This keeps the pressure on and inflicts additional damage.
Tapion Defensive Movesets
Tapion Defensive Moveset 1
Guards
Press [R1/RB] to guard, using ↑ or ↓ to adjust. High and Low Guards help counter attacks from above or below.
Be cautious, as some moves can make directed Guards disadvantageous. Guards can be broken with a Guard Break.
Tapion Defensive Moveset 2
Ground/Wall Recovery
To recover before hitting a wall or the ground, press ↓.
Tapion Defensive Moveset 3
Dragon Dash Recovery
Press ↑ just before hitting a surface to dash back to your opponent with a Dragon Dash.
Tapion Defensive Moveset 4
Super Perception
Hold [⭘/B] to consume Ki or skill count for a counterattack. If timed perfectly against a Rush Attack, it triggers a Sonic Sway, allowing a dodge and counter while reducing the opponent’s Ki. It can counter some Blasts like Kamehameha at the cost of 2 Skill Count.
Tapion Defensive Moveset 5
Z-Counters
Press [R1/RB] before a Vanishing Assault lands. The longer the exchange, the more damage the counter deals. The exchange continues until a counter is mistimed.
Tapion Defensive Moveset 6
Revenge Counter
Press [R3/R] for a counterattack usable even when under attack. It consumes a Skill Count and can counter any attack. Be mindful of the attack direction before using it.
Tapion Defensive Moveset 7
Super Counters
Press ↑ + [☐/X] to counter nearly any attack with a powerful blow. It can be used while being hit or from behind, requiring precise timing.
Tapion Defensive Moveset 8
High-Speed Evasion
Press [R1/RB] just before some attacks to evade and create a countering opportunity.
Tapion Defensive Moveset 9
Step-in Sway
Press [✖/A] followed by [R1/RB] to perform an attack evasion.