⚔️ Combat System Guide

Master the Interactive Combat System - Every Move Matters, Every Defense Counts!

🎯 What Makes DBZ:FE Combat Unique

⚡ Real-Time Decisions

Your character only attacks when YOU command it. No auto-combat - every action is your choice.

🛡️ Active Defense

Defense isn't passive stats - you must actively dodge, parry, and deflect incoming attacks.

🔗 Combo System

Chain attacks together for devastating combo sequences that deal massive damage.

📊 Power Levels Matter

Your current power output affects damage, speed, and combat effectiveness.

💥 Attack Types

👊 Melee Attacks

Punch: Basic melee attack, fast and reliable
Kick: Slightly stronger than punch, good range
Roundhouse: Powerful kick with combo potential
Sweep: Low attack that can trip opponents
Elbow: Close-range devastating strike
Hammer: Overhead crushing blow
Uppercut: Anti-air attack with combo starter potential
💡 Tip: Melee attacks are affected by your STR stat and proximity to target.

⚡ Energy Attacks

Blast: Basic energy projectile, moderate damage
Barrage: Multiple energy blasts in succession
Kamehameha: Iconic charged beam attack (Good alignment)
Galick Gun: Purple energy wave (Evil alignment)
Final Flash: Devastating charged beam (Evil)
Spirit Bomb: Charges energy from surroundings (Good)
Destructo Disc: Razor-sharp energy disc
💡 Tip: Energy attacks can hit from multiple rooms away but drain your energy.

🎯 Special Techniques

Solar Flare: Blinds opponents temporarily
Zanzoken: High-speed dodge/reposition
Wolf Fang Fist: Multi-hit claw combo
Tri Beam: Triangular energy attack
Snapneck: Instant kill against weak opponents
💡 Tip: Special techniques often have unique effects beyond just damage.

🛡️ Defense System

🤺 Parrying

parry high - Block high attacks (punches, uppercuts)
parry low - Block low attacks (sweeps, kicks)

Effect: Tech blocks incoming melee attacks, can stun attacker

Best Against: Melee combos and heavy attacks

🤸 Dodging

dodge left - Sidestep attacks to the left
dodge right - Sidestep attacks to the right
duck - Avoid high attacks
jump - Leap over low attacks

Effect: Completely avoid attacks, costs energy

Best Against: Predictable attack patterns

⚡ Energy Defense

deflect - Redirect energy attacks
barrier - Energy shield (Android/some races)
absorb - Absorb energy attacks (Android)

Effect: Counter energy-based attacks

Best Against: Ki blasts and beam attacks

🎯 Defense Strategy Tips

  • Read Your Opponent: Watch their attack patterns and defend accordingly
  • Energy Management: Defenses cost energy - don't overuse them
  • Timing is Key: Use defenses right before attacks land
  • Mix It Up: Vary your defensive options to stay unpredictable
  • Know the Counters: Each defense type works best against specific attacks

🔗 Combo System

⚡ How Combos Work

When you land certain attacks, you might trigger a combo sequence. The game will show you a combo list like:

Combination! ( punch kick roundhouse )

You must execute these attacks in order to continue the combo and deal massive damage!

🎯 Combo Benefits

  • Massive Damage: Combo attacks deal significantly more damage
  • Stunning Effect: Successful combos stun the opponent
  • Combo Extension: Some combos can be extended for even more hits
  • Finishing Moves: End combos with devastating finishers

🎮 Combo Strategies

🚀 Combo Starters

Attacks like punch, kick, and roundhouse often start combos. Practice these to initiate sequences.

⚡ Speed Execution

Execute combo attacks quickly in sequence. Delays can break the combo and reset the fight.

🛡️ Combo Breaking

Some attacks can break enemy combos. Use zanzoken or specific defensive moves to escape.

🎯 Positioning

Stay close for melee combos, use range for energy combinations. Position matters!

📊 Power Management

⚡ Power Level vs Power Output

Power Level: Your maximum potential strength

Power Output: How much power you're currently using

power up - Increase current power output
power down - Decrease current power output
power max - Use maximum power

⚖️ Risk vs Reward

  • Higher Power: More damage, faster attacks, better defenses
  • Energy Drain: High power drains energy quickly
  • Detection: Higher power makes you easier to sense
  • Transformation Cost: Maintaining forms requires energy

🎯 Advanced Combat Tactics

🔄 Hit and Run

Attack with fast techniques like blast or punch, then use zanzoken to reposition. Great for wearing down stronger opponents.

🛡️ Defensive Counter

Focus on parry and deflect, then counter with powerful attacks when openings appear. Perfect for patient fighters.

⚡ Energy Spam

Use barrage and continuous blast attacks from long range. Effective against melee-focused opponents.

💪 Rush Down

Get close and unleash melee combos with punch, kick, roundhouse chains. High risk, high reward.

🎭 Transformation Timing

Use forms like ssj or kaioken at crucial moments. Don't waste energy maintaining them constantly.

🌟 Finishing Moves

When opponents are low on health, use powerful techniques like kamehameha or final flash for the killing blow.

💡 Essential Combat Tips

🆕 Beginner Tips

  • Start fights with sense to gauge opponent strength
  • Practice against NPCs before fighting players
  • Learn one defensive technique well before trying others
  • Watch your energy bar - running out in combat is deadly
  • Use scan to see opponent's current status

🎮 Intermediate Tips

  • Master combo execution for massive damage boosts
  • Learn to counter different attack types with appropriate defenses
  • Use terrain and positioning to your advantage
  • Time your transformations for maximum impact
  • Study opponent patterns and adapt your strategy

🏆 Advanced Tips

  • Mix melee and energy attacks to keep opponents guessing
  • Bait opponents into using energy, then capitalize when they're drained
  • Use special techniques like solar flare for tactical advantages
  • Master energy management for prolonged fights
  • Learn race-specific techniques and their unique properties

⚔️ Common Combat Scenarios

🆚 Fighting a Stronger Opponent

Strategy: Use hit-and-run tactics, focus on energy attacks from range, and defensive play.

Commands: blast, zanzoken, dodge, deflect

Avoid: Melee range and extended combos - you'll lose damage trades.

🎯 Fighting a Weaker Opponent

Strategy: Aggressive rushdown, combo chains, and overwhelming pressure.

Commands: punch, kick, combo sequences, kamehameha

Avoid: Playing defensively - finish them quickly before they can escape or get help.

⚖️ Even Match

Strategy: Balanced approach, read opponent patterns, adapt as needed.

Commands: Mix of all attack types, defensive counters, strategic power management

Focus: Energy management and taking advantage of opponent mistakes.