Tekken 8 Azucena combo guide

Tekken 8 has pleased fans not only with its stunning graphics but also with a wide variety of fighters. Of course, there aren't as many as in the Mortal Kombat universe, but here the characters are more vividly defined and possess many differences. Thus, as a newcomer, it's wise to carefully read guides about suitable heroes. Yes, reading isn't as thrilling as kicking an opponent in the face, but if you choose a difficult fighter, you'll be the one getting beaten.

Certainly, in Tekken 8, there are characters that are very easy to master. They are simple, but their tactics can quickly become monotonous. On the other hand, there are true harbingers of death who can destroy any enemy, but only in skilled hands. However, don't despair, as there is a "golden mean".

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One of the versatile and moderately challenging fighters is Azucena. She is a fiery mix of Josie and Miguel, embodied in a strong and attractive woman. Under the control of an experienced player, she can handle any opponent, but even a game novice can achieve good results. This character is worth studying, and in this guide, we will talk about Azucena's main combinations and her playing style.

Gameplay fundamentals

Azucena is a truly unique character with her original combat system. Her gameplay revolves around quick attacks and assaults. Considering the huge damage Azucena can inflict, this could make her an overly powerful fighter. To balance this, the developers introduced a new mechanic — "heating".

The player who chooses Azucena must combine quick attacks with intervals, accurately hitting the timing. Such an approach might confuse a newcomer, making the gameplay seem erratic and dull. However, once you get used to it, Azucena will unveil herself from a different angle. By keeping an eye on the opponent and correctly maintaining intervals between attacks, Azucena can not only deal serious damage but also remain almost invulnerable to parrying.

Azucena's main moves

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To facilitate the use of combinations across all platforms, we’ve simplified the control layout. This way, the description of moves will be universal for both console and PC users.

Let's start by looking at important combinations for Azucena. They should be learned first and foremost, as they will help understand the character, and most importantly — these combinations will allow for executing more powerful and diverse combos in the Libertador stance:

Remember, these are basic moves that will be useful to you in the future. As you've noticed, many of these combinations are starters for initiating more complex combinations. Also, many combinations are tied to the Libertador stance. The key layout in this stance will change within the same combination depending on the stance.

Heat System

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Let's clarify what the Heat System is. For Azucena, this is very important, as this character relies heavily on a mix of abilities and stances. Like other fighters, the heat allows for inflicting critical damage and hitting the opponent even through a block.

More importantly, the Heat System here needs to be utilized during Libertador Revolución, Nuevo Libertador to achieve an enhanced version of moves in Libertador stance.

Combat strategy

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Managing this character, you will need to constantly mix combinations. Success lies in timely switching to the Libertador stance and continuing the combination in it. This stance is activated not only by the combination F3+4 but also by other combinations during combat.

In the Libertador stance, you must be cautious, as you are vulnerable in it. Before executing powerful combinations, study the opponent by delivering safe but effective strikes. Once you have studied the opponent's behavior, use triggers such as (D/F2), (U/F4), (U/F3, 4), and (D/B1+2).

Don't forget that not all fights revolve around long combos. You have excellent attacks for repelling the enemy D/B3,4, and D/B3+4. These combinations will lead you into the Liberator stance, and then back to the main one. You also have a series of quick attacks D/F1, 4, 1, which can catch an inexperienced opponent off guard.

Azucena's best combos

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While one could list all of Azucena's moves in battle for a long time, the basics are easily learned during gameplay, so we'll focus on the best techniques. These will be a mix of strikes in the standard stance and the Libertador stance. For simplicity, this will be presented as: strike combination (combination during Libertador).

As we've already discovered, some moves require a pause between them, denoted by this symbol ">".

Standard combos

Counter hit combos

Wall Carry combos

Universal combos

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There are combinations that are equally cool, regardless of which launcher you use. If you find it difficult to mix stances and triggers accurately in time, then here are combinations for you.

Yes, Azucena might be a challenge for newcomers, but it's not necessary to immediately delve into the nuances of precise intervals between strikes. This fighter has enough combinations that can be executed easily and quickly. But if you can master Azucena, believe us, you will become a serious threat to many players.

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