Shang v. Shang is the most unpredictable match in MK2. Both players have the ability to morph into any of the other 11 characters, providing for a diverse battle. Here are a few tips to hopefully help out in this crazy match:
DOs:
- Shang's jump kick is a huge weapon. Use it especially up close (hop kick). Just don't get too jump happy or...
- If your opponent does nothing but jump kick you, anti-air with a high kick. Shang has an underrated HK which can take even another Shang's nasty JK out of the skies.
- So your opponent changes it up and morphs into Kang? Morph into the character you're most comfortable fighting Liu with. Shang is a counterpicker's dream. And while Shang himself is good against everyone, sometimes you just need Mileena to take down someone's Liu.
- Get up close and personal with your mirror match. You can make your opponents feel totally helpless by mixing up Shang's fast sweep kicks, kara jabs, punches, and elbows.
DON'Ts:
- More often than not, Shang mirrors become nothing other than a flaming skulls spamfest. While skulls have their time and place, remember you have lots of options. If your opponent keeps up the spam, morph into someone like Scorpion who can close the gap and make a spammer pay.
- Do not rely solely on morphing into other characters. Shang is a strong fighter on his own with killer CQC.
- If you're playing a turtling spammer, you aren't going to want to chase him down on foot. Shang's walk is agonizingly slow. Instead, time your jumps precisely, or morph into a character like Lao or Sub-Zero that can close the gap.
- Don't neglect watching the clock when your opponent morphs. He will change back to Shang after about 15 seconds, and when he does, he is vulnerable for a pummeling. Likewise, manage your own morphs or you could find yourself stuck in an infinite morph-back trap.
SHANG TSUNG STATS (according to mortal_jason):
Tier Rank: 6
Best Special: Flaming Skulls
Worst Special: Flaming Skulls (LOL)
Best Normal: Jump Kick
Worst Normal: Crouch Kick
Awesome Shang Players To Youtube:
ten-peace-show,
MIKECALDWELL