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Advanced Parrying Techniques
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Advanced Parrying Techniques

Master advanced parrying techniques in Cuphead, including chain parrying, parry jumping, and using the Whetstone charm.

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Advanced Parrying Techniques

Master advanced parrying techniques in Cuphead, including chain parrying, parry jumping, and using the Whetstone charm.

Parrying is more than just hitting pink objects. Advanced techniques include:

  • Chain Parrying: Continuously parrying multiple pink objects in a row to quickly fill your Super Meter. Essential for some boss fights.
  • Parry Jumping: Using a parry to gain extra height, allowing you to reach otherwise inaccessible platforms or dodge high attacks.
  • Parry for Positioning: Sometimes, parrying isn't just for meter; it can be used to slightly adjust your position in mid-air, helping you navigate complex bullet patterns.
  • Whetstone Parry: With the Whetstone charm, your parry becomes an attack. This can be used to deal damage to bosses with frequent parry opportunities, like King Dice.

Practice these techniques in simpler levels to build muscle memory.

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