Part 4

Dive into Part 4 of The King of Fighters XIII guide, mastering command, special, desperation, and Neo Max moves for Benimaru, Goro Daimon, Iori Yagami, Mature, and Vice.

Alright, let's break down Part 4 of our King of Fighters XIII journey! This section is all about getting you familiar with the nitty-gritty of some seriously cool characters: Benimaru, Goro Daimon, Iori Yagami, Mature, and Vice. We're going to go through their unique movesets, from basic command attacks to their devastating Desperation and Neo Max abilities. Knowing these is key to really understanding how to fight with them, or how to fight against them!

Benimaru Nikaido

Benimaru's got some slick moves that play with lightning and quick kicks. You've got your standard Jacknife Kick (f+LK) and the aerial (OA)Flying Drill (d+HK). For specials, the Iai Geri (QCF+K) is a solid go-to, and you can follow up with Handou Sandan Geri (d,u+K) or the powerful Super Inzuna Kick (DPM+K). Don't forget his projectile, (AA)Raijinken (QCF+P), and his command grab, (C)Benimaru Collider (HCB,f+P). For more rushdown, try Benimaru Lancer (QCB+P). When you're ready to unleash hell, his Desperation Move is the Raikoken ((QCF)x2+P), and his Neo Max is the electrifying Raiohken ((QCF)x2+LK+HK). Keep in mind you can Super Cancel Raijinken and Handou Sandan Geri, Drive Cancel Iai Geri and Handou Sandan Geri, and Max Cancel the Raikoken.

Goro Daimon

Goro Daimon is all about powerful throws and ground-based attacks. His command move is the Zujou Barai (df+HP). His throws include the standard (C)Okuriashi Harai (b/f+HP/HK). For specials, he has the command grab (C)Tenchi Gaeshi (HCB,f+P), the anti-air Kumo Tsukami Nage (HCF+LP), a ground pound with Kirikabu Gaeshi (HCF+HP), and a powerful ground-shaker with Jirashin (DPM+P). He also has a defensive move, Chou Ukemi (QCB+K), and another command grab, (C)Oosotogari (DPM+K). His ultimate Desperation Move is the massive (C)Jigoku Gokuraku Otoshi ((HCB)x2+P), and his Neo Max is the counter-focused Kyouten Douchi ((QCF)x2+LP+HP). Note that Oosotogari can be Super and Drive Canceled, and Jirashin (using HP) acts as a feint.

Iori Yagami

Iori brings his signature aggressive style. His throws include the classic (C)Sakahagi (b/f+HP/HK). Command moves feature the quick Yumebiki (f+LP, LP), the close-range (OA)Ge Shiki Yuri Ori (b+LK), and the advancing Ge Shiki Kui (df+HP). For specials, you've got the anti-air Nue Uchi (DPM+P), the zoning tool Shogetsu (QCB+P), the leaping Akegarasu (QCB+K), and the command grab (C)Tsuchi Tsubaki (HCF+HP). His devastating Desperation Move is the Maiden Masher (QCFHCB+P), and his Neo Max is the flashy Yatagarasu ((QCF)x2+LK+HK). You can Super and Drive Cancel Nue Uchi, Shogetsu, and Akegarasu. The EX Shogetsu has projectile invincibility, and Akegarasu is only active when Iori connects with the opponent.

Mature

Mature is a fast, tricky character with some sharp attacks. Her throw is (C)Death Blow (b/f+HP/HK). Her special moves include the multi-hitting Despair (DPM+P), which can be followed up with Despair Tsuika (P). She also has Death Row (QCB+P) which hits multiple times (x3/5), and the projectile-like Metal Massacre (QCB+K). Her unique projectile is Ebony Tears (QCFHCB+P). For Desperation Moves, she has Heaven's Gate (QCBHCF+K) and Nocturnal Lights ((QCF)x2+P). Her Neo Max is Awakening (QCBHCF+LP+HP). You can Super Cancel Death Row and Metal Massacre, and Drive Cancel them as well. Max Cancel Heaven's Gate and Nocturnal Lights. Remember, the HK and EX versions of Metal Massacre only hit up close.

Vice

Vice is known for her powerful grabs and aggressive pressure. Her throw is (C)Death Blow (b/f+HP/HK). Her command move is the quick jab, Dokken (f+LP). Unfortunately, the source text cuts off before detailing Vice's special, desperation, or Neo Max moves. We'll have to pick that up in the next section!