"WUUAH! WUUAHHH! WATTHAFUKK!"
Liu mirrors are possibly the most hated mirror in MK2. In fact, I too used to despise them. But in time I have come to realize they are pretty fun! And if you like maining Kang, you better get used to Liu mirrors. I'd say half the time I pick Liu first, my opponent counters by picking Liu as well
Here are a few strategies for facing Liu with Liu:
DO's:
- Time your low fireballs well. This is probably the most important move in this match. Block Liu's low fireball from within sweep, and instantly shoot a low one of your own.
- Charge the bicycle kick and duck. When your opponent does a flying attack past you, release LK asap and hit them with a bicycle kick.
- Let's see how you like getting low toed, Mr Kang! Low toe is a big weapon for Liu, even in mirrors.
- If you can get in past your opponent's fireballs and low toes, apply jab. Liu's jabs combo nicely into his bicycle kick or low fireball. They ARE blockable, but usually your opponent is so stunned he got crouch punched, that he doesn't block the bicycle kick you unleash thereafter.
DON'Ts:
- Air fireballs are not advisable in this match- you leave yourself open to all Kang's special moves while you're in the air.
- Don't shoot low fireballs up close while you're opponent is blocking. Seems obvious, but people do this to me all the time for some reason!
- Overuse of flying attacks as always, is a sure-fire way to die fast. If you're going to flying kick, do an instant flying kick from crouch instead. It comes out so fast that it's almost impossible to block unless your opponent is sitting on block.
- Jumping in this match is pretty silly. Liu's jump kick rarely connects with another Liu. Many times you'll just land right next to your opponent and get mangled. Or worse, you'll get anti-aired by a fireball, etc.
LIU KANG STATS: (according to mortal_jason)
Tier Rank: 3
Best Special: Bicycle Kick
Worst Special: Flying Kick
Best Normal: Low Toe
Worst Normal: Jump Kick
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