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[[File:KOFXV Leona Profile.png|thumb|Leona belongs to a mercenary corps. As the adopted daughter of Heidern, she has received military training from a young age. The Orochi blood flowing within her veins led to an awakening of power.<br/>Although taciturn and poor at expressing emotion, she has begun to show a softer side to both Ralf and Clark.]]
<section begin="image"/>[[File:KOFXV Leona Profile.png|thumb|Leona belongs to a mercenary corps. As the adopted daughter of Heidern, she has received military training from a young age. The Orochi blood flowing within her veins led to an awakening of power.<br/>Although taciturn and poor at expressing emotion, she has begun to show a softer side to both Ralf and Clark.]]<section end="image"/>
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==Gameplay Overview==
{{StrengthsAndWeaknesses
| intro = {{SUBPAGENAME}} is an mobile rushdown charcter who pressures with her multitude of options. Be it space control, high/lows, or an excellent strike/throw game, she always finds a way. And when she does, it's always devastating (as long as she has meter to spend).
| pros=
* '''Great Pressure''': Her cruel 4/6B overhead, 2 instant overheads (j.A and j.8D), and a strong low. She really only need these buttons to open up her opponent.
* '''Strong Space Control''': 214P/K establishes surprisingly strong space control, which lets her approach her opponent with less risks than most people can. And even without it, her CD is a constant threat due to it's great range and can be made safe thanks to [4]6B OR frametrap with [4]6D. V-Slasher is an excellent long range whiff-punisher and EX V-Slasher beats everything since it's fully invincible.
* '''EX Heart Attack''': A move so good it needs its own pro space to show it. Being the core of her combo game, it gives her great damage for just half a bar along with good corner carry. You can combo off of lights and heavies, and her staple combos fully refund that 0.5 bar you spent. If it strikes you fancy, you can always just do a 50/50 reset with the bomb.
| cons=
* '''Meterless Mess''': Despite the fact that her metered options are great, a Leona with no meter is nothing to brag about. While her pressure remains unaffected, she lacks meterless reversals and her midscreen oki is weak. Spending at least half a bar to be able to consistently continue your pressure after the combo is advised. That being said, Leona does have decent meter gain thanks to her specials.
* '''Non-Negotiable Demand For Execution''':  Not only is Leona's execution difficult, but very punishing. Being a charge character comes with its quirks, be it good or bad. A lot of her staple combos have very tight links and being able to consistently input shortcuts is not easy. Messing up your Heart Attack combos puts you in positions you absolutely don't want to be in, and especially if you drop them with a high recovery move like [2]8P, as you're completely open for a devastating punish, or death.
}}
==Movelist==
==Movelist==
(*) = EX OK
(*) = EX OK
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| | 0 Bar
| | 0 Bar
   | Midscreen
   | Midscreen
   | 2B > 2B > 2A > 6B > 214C, [2]8A
   | 2B > 2B > 2A > 4/6B > 214C, [2]8A
   | 213
   | 213
   | [https://youtu.be/i8vHhT7on-8 Video]
   | [https://youtu.be/i8vHhT7on-8 Video]
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| | 0.5 Bar
| | 0.5 Bar
   | Midscreen
   | Midscreen
   | 5A, cl.D > 214A+C, 2C > 6B > j.214C, [2]8A, [4]6D,  
   | 5A, cl.D > 214AC, 2C > 4/6B > j.214C, [2]8A, [4]6D,  
   | 341
   | 341
   |
   |
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| | 0.5 Bar
| | 0.5 Bar
   | Corner
   | Corner
   | 5A, cl.D > 214A+C, 2C > 6B > j.214C, [2]8A, [4]6D, [2]8C
   | 5A, cl.D > 214AC, 2C > 4/6B > j.214C, [2]8A, [4]6D, [2]8C
   | 385
   | 385
   | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdxnDKjVJH0 Video]
   | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdxnDKjVJH0 Video]
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|}
|}


==Gameplay Overview==
{{StrengthsAndWeaknesses
| intro = {{SUBPAGENAME}} is an XYZ charcter who does QWE using ASDF.
| pros=
* Pro #1
* Pro #2
| cons=
* Con #1
* Con #2
}}


==Normals==
==Normals==
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|moveId=leona_sta
|moveId=leona_sta
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
A quick jab. Horizontal range isn't bad, but the vertical hitbox isn't great, making it harder than average to stop hops. This works better as a ground check, leaving Leona plus on hit or neutral on block.
}}
}}
====Far B====
====Far B====
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|moveId=leona_stb
|moveId=leona_stb
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
Leona sticks her foot out. Slightly less range than far A.
}}
}}
====Far C====
====Far C====
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|moveId=leona_stc
|moveId=leona_stc
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
A downwards chop. This is Leona's longest reaching stand normal, and one of her better normals for converting into Max. This moves her forward slightly which can make whiff punishing this easier, so be careful.
}}
}}
====Far D====
====Far D====
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|moveId=leona_std
|moveId=leona_std
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
A high angled roundhouse. This is one of Leona's better grounded hop checks. Whiffs at further ranges on crouchers.
}}
}}


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|moveId=leona_cla
|moveId=leona_cla
|description=
|description=
* Links into 2C on hit
* Links into 2C and cl.D on hit
 
Looks similar to far A but much better. This has enough frame advantage to link into 2C or cl.D, allowing for some stronger light conversions.
}}
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|moveId=leona_clb
|moveId=leona_clb
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
A quick kick to the shins. This is a standing low that's cancellable. Leona has an annoying overhead in 6B, so it's easy to get mileage from this move.
}}
}}


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|moveId=leona_clc
|moveId=leona_clc
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
* Hits twice
 
A slicing uppercut. Gives Leona enough time to charge a special if she needs. Doesn't function well as an anti-air due to some forward movement during the move. Only the second hit causes pushback, so if you cancel the first hit Leona is left much closer to her opponent. This is important for her earring combos.
}}
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|moveId=leona_cld
|moveId=leona_cld
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
* Hits twice
 
A double knee strike. Works very similar to her cl.C, doing slightly more damage. Does not count as being airborne despite the animation, so Leona is still vulnerable to throws during this move.
}}
}}


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|moveId=leona_2a
|moveId=leona_2a
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
A low jab. Standard 2A that has more plus frames than 2B.
}}
}}
====Crouch B====
====Crouch B====
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|moveId=leona_2b
|moveId=leona_2b
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
A low kick. Your standard 2B for opening up opponents low. Has larger range than average.
}}
}}
====Crouch C====
====Crouch C====
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|moveId=leona_2c
|moveId=leona_2c
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
A rising uppercut. Fast and has a large vertical hitbox. This is good for anti-airing and link combos. When using this to anti-air, be careful of the forward movement.
}}
}}
====Crouch D====
====Crouch D====
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|moveId=leona_2d
|moveId=leona_2d
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
A sweep to the legs. Once again, standard KOF sweep. This one isn't cancellable, even on hit, making it especially prone to hops.
}}
}}


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|name=jump A
|name=jump A
|input=j.A
|input=j.A
|description2=* Placeholder
|description2=* Can instant overhead from a hop
 
A downwards chop. This is one of Leona's lowest reaching jump normals, making this a pesky jump-in that's hard to low profile. When done immediately from a hop, this can hit a crouching opponent overhead. This is unsafe even on hit, so make sure it's the killing blow.
}}
}}
====Jump B====
====Jump B====
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
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|name=jump B
|name=jump B
|input=j.B
|input=j.B
|description2=* Placeholder
|description2=
A horizontal kick. Being her fastest air normal, this is a good air-to-air. Use this to help control air space.
 
}}
}}
====Jump C====
====Jump C====
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
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|name=jump C
|name=jump C
|input=j.C
|input=j.C
|description2=* Placeholder
|description2=* Can cross up
 
An aerial cross chop. Leona's best jump in, having a good cross-up hitbox and active frames.
 
}}
}}
====Jump D====
====Jump D====
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|name=jump D
|name=jump D
|input=j.D
|input=j.D
|description2=* Placeholder
|description2=
 
A forward twin kick. Good horizontal range for controlling air space.
 
}}
}}


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|name=neutral jump D
|name=neutral jump D
|input=j.8D
|input=j.8D
|description=* Placeholder
|description=* Can act as an instant overhead
 
A downwards back kick. This can only be done from a neutral jump. The hitbox is so low that when done instantly from a neutral jump, this'll will hit a crouching opponent overhead, just like j.A in a hop. But what makes it different from j.A is that this can be special cancelled as well as super cancelled. This causes slightly additional scaling when used in a combo.
}}
}}


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|moveId=leona_cd
|moveId=leona_cd
|description=
|description=
* Placeholder
 
Leona lunges forward with her hand. This is a very powerful blowback, covering a huge amount of space, capable of hitting at round start, while also being safe by cancelling into [4]6B. Leona can combo from this fairly easily as well, making this normal a constant threat in neutral the opponent needs to consider.
}}
}}


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|moveId=leona_236cd
|moveId=leona_236cd
|description=
|description=
*Placeholder
 
With a fantastic Blowback, Leona's Shatter Strike is just as fantastic. This is also useful for setting up Leona's extended earring combos from longer starters.
}}
}}


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|name=jump CD
|name=jump CD
|input=j.CD
|input=j.CD
|description2=* Placeholder
|description2=
 
An aerial heavy kick. Good angle for offense to establish some plus frames. Note that doing this instantly from a hop will cause it to whiff on crouchers, so make sure to delay it slightly when using this to pressure.
}}
}}


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|name=Leona Crash (Forward)
|name=Leona Crash (Forward)
|input=(close) 4/6C
|input=(close) 4/6C
|description=* Placeholder
|description=Provides a good distance and enough knockdown advantage to perform a cross-up set up.
}}
}}
===Leona Crash (Backward)===
===Leona Crash (Backward)===
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
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|name=Leona Crash (Backward)
|name=Leona Crash (Backward)
|input=(close) 4/6D
|input=(close) 4/6D
|description=* Placeholder
|description=If Leona is cornered, this barely puts her in super jump range. Otherwise you have less advantage than from forward throw.
}}
}}


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|name=Strike Arch
|name=Strike Arch
|input=4/6B
|input=4/6B
|description=* Data in [] indicate when the move is cancelled into
|description=One hell of a low-crush overhead
 
* Data in [] indicate when the move is cancelled into
* Safe on block if spaced well. Cancellable version is not an overhead but safe regardless of range.
 
Jumps forward with an axe kick. Using this frequently will scare your opponent into standing blocking, which opens up combos from 2B. It also automatically frametraps from cl.A, 2A and cl.B.
}}
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|input=[4]6A/C/AC
|input=[4]6A/C/AC
|description3=* C version can be crouched
|description3=* C version can be crouched
* Plus on block
Leona releases a ball of energy in front of her. This is an unusual projectile that is meant to be used as a pre-emptive defensive tool or a knowledge check pressure tool.
The A version is placed around chest level. This is the best version to be used to defend against ground approaches or on an opponent's wake up for extra plus frames. If timed on a knockdown to hit meaty, it recovers fast enough to where even if your opponent rolls behind it, you will be safe from a punish. Note that while it cannot be ducked, many sweeps can go under it and hit Leona, cancelling the projectile.
The C version is placed around head level. This can be completely ducked and sometimes even ran under, but the higher angle makes it better at stopping jumps. Also an excellent combo-filler in most EX Heart Attack combos.
The EX version works similar to the A version but travels further. This can connect from blocked CDs, but at many ranges the projectile will whiff entirely so this tends to not be worth it.
}}
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|name=Moon Slasher
|name=Moon Slasher
|input=[2]8A/C/AC
|input=[2]8A/C/AC
|description3=* Placeholder
|description3=* A version hit standings opponents a frame 7 and crouching opponents at frame 9.
* C version has upper body invulnerability. C version hits ground opponents at frame 10.
* EX version has full invulnerability. EX version hits ground opponents at frame 9.
 
Leona slashes above her head. This is her primary anti-air special. It's very fast and covers behind her. Only the C version has upper body invincibility, with the A version having no invincibility whatsoever. The EX version however, has full body invincibility, making it more reliable and possible to use as a reversal.
}}
 
===Earring Bomb===
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
|moveId=leona_214b,leona_214d,leona_214bd
|name=Earring Bomb
|input=214B/D/BD
|description3=* Button pressed determines angle
 
Leona throws out her signature earring bomb. This is the slowest starting up projectile in the game, but it is capable of controlling space on screen for a long time, as it travels very slowly. Setting this up can be difficult, but once it's out the opponent is forced to either block it, which lets Leona approach her opponent safely, jump over it, to which Leona can respond with anti airs, or nullify it with their own projectile, which Leona can jump over and punish. Some situations where you can safely set up an earring are after a j.CD or standing CD, though from a standing CD you should typically go for a combo if that's possible instead.
 
The B version bounces once, while the D version goes in one smooth arc. Both versions will miss at crouchers at close range, but you should be avoiding using this at close range anyway. The EX version goes high, then bounces low, making it harder to jump over. It also has a much faster start-up, making it easier to set up and even lends its use in some combos.
}}
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|name=Earring Bomb Heart Attack
|name=Earring Bomb Heart Attack
|input=214A/C/AC
|input=214A/C/AC
|description3=* Placeholder
|description3=* Throws an earring that sticks to the opponent on hit
* Automatically detonates 157 frames after it sticks
* Has enough frame advantage to link 2C after
* EX version is fast enough to combo from normals
 
This is a new version of the move that causes the earring to stick to the opponent if it hits, similar to her move of the same name in 2002. When it sticks it will either automatically detonate over time, causing the same launch as the K version, or be manually detonated with another 214P input. On block it functions the same as the K version. This is the harder earring to utilize but can potentially lead to more reward if timed perfectly, such as timing an instant overhead right when the earring is about to explode.
 
The EX version can combo from normals and lets Leona link a normal after the earring sticks, leading to long combos. Being able to combo into a stick allows for some set-ups where you reset the opponent right when it explodes, allowing for an unscaled extension.
}}
}}
===Earring Bomb===
 
===Explosion===
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
|moveId=leona_214b,leona_214d,leona_214bd
|moveId=leona_214p214p,leona_214ac214p
|name=Earring Bomb
|name=Explosion
|input=214B/D/BD
|input=After 214P connects, 214A/C/AC
|description3=* Placeholder
|description2=* Detonates a stuck earring from 214A/C
 
You can combo this even from lights. Note that the explosion is blockable.
}}
}}


===Grand Saber===
===Grand Saber===
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
|moveId=leona_46b,leona_46d,leona_46bd
|moveId=leona_46b,leona_46d,leona_46bd,leona_46dd
|name=Grand Saber
|name=Grand Saber
|input=[4]6B/D/BD
|input=[4]6B/D/BD
|description3=* Placeholder
|description4=* Leona doesn't perform the slash until she reaches the opponent
* D version has a follow-up with 6D
* EX version performs the slash regardless of proximity and can combo from lights
 
Leona runs forward and does an energy slash. This is a safe advancing special move that covers a lot of ground. You can use this to have a constant threat for your opponent to consider at midscreen, as it easily catches neutral hops. This is a fantastic cancel from CD that is safe on block and leads to reward on hit. Note that some characters with command grabs can punish this. It's also prone to being full jumped over as well as Guard Cancel Roll punishes when used in cancels.
 
The D version has a follow-up that can be comboed into her air super, but is very unsafe and should only be used when confirmed. The follow-up causes a hard knockdown.
 
The EX version is very fast and can be used from lights. It allows for some small juggles after.
}}
}}


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|name=X-Calibur
|name=X-Calibur
|input=j.214A/C/AC
|input=j.214A/C/AC
|description3=* Placeholder
|description3=* A version fires a projectile and bounces back
* C version is a divekick
* EX version leaves behind a multi-hitting projectile
 
This is an air special with distinct versions.
 
The A version has Leona throw out a diagonal projectile then flip slightly backwards. This causes a hard knockdown and is your generally preferred ender after 6B for oki. Very bad on block so make sure to confirm this.
 
The C version has Leona diving forward with the projectile, acting as a divekick of sorts. This is her most damaging cancel from 6B, as it allows for a juggle into [2]8A afterwards. Interestingly if cancelled from a cross-up j.C, the j.C will hit behind but the j.214C will hit in front. This covers a lot of space and can be used in neutral, but is risky and shouldn't be aimed directly at your opponent generally. Rather, it should be used to cover space where you think your opponent will want to go.
 
The EX version is similar to the A version, firing a projectile, but this time the projectile lingers and hits multiple times. This leads to a lot of block advantage and can reset Leona's pressure. Note that it's too slow to combo or be a true blockstring from her cancel options into this.
}}
}}


==Super Special Moves==
==Super Special Moves==
{{MoveData
===V-Slasher===
|image=
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
|caption=
|moveId=leona_j2363214a,leona_j2363214c,leona_j2363214ac
|name=V-Slasher
|description3= * MAX version has invincibility
|input=j.qcf,hcb+A/C
 
|data=
Leona dives downward and does her signature V explosion. This can only be done from the air, making this a combo from [4]6D~6D or her cancellable instant overhead (j.8D). The range is very long allowing this to be useful as a fireball punish in ranges where you wouldn't normally be able to land a jump in. The regular version has no invincibility however so it is prone to anti-airs. The MAX version does have invincibility though, making it possible to even go through uppercut reversals.
{{AttackData-KOFXV
 
|damage=
In the corner, a level 1 V-Slasher on hit can lead to a safe jump by immediately backdashing, then hopping forward.
|stun=
|startup=
|active=
|recovery=
|hitAdv=
|blockAdv=
|hitbox=
|invul=
|description= * Enter move description here.
*
*
}}
}}
}}


===Slash Saber===
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
|moveId=leona_2141236b,leona_2141236d,leona_2141236bd
|description3= * MAX version has projectile invincibility


{{MoveData
Leona charges forward and does a slashing combo. Combos from [2]8P. The regular version has two versions depending on the button pressed, with the B version being a bit faster. The MAX version can go through projectiles, making it a powerful but expensive way to blow through fireball blockstrings.
|image=
|caption=
|name=Slash Saber
|input=qcb,hcf+B/D
|data=
{{AttackData-KOFXV
|damage=
|stun=
|startup=
|active=
|recovery=
|hitAdv=
|blockAdv=
|hitbox=
|invul=
|description= * Enter move description here.
*
*
}}
}}
}}


==Climax Super Special Moves==
{{FrameDataCargo-KOFXV
|moveId=leona_2141236cd
|description= * Won't trigger the cinematic at further ranges


{{MoveData
Very fast and has a lot of invincibility. The range is huge, but the cinematic won't trigger at about halfway down the hitbox, instead only doing a meager 180 damage. This cancels from all of Leona's supers.
|image=
|caption=
|name=Leona Blade
|input=qcb,hcf+CD
|data=
{{AttackData-KOFXV
|damage=
|stun=
|startup=
|active=
|recovery=
|hitAdv=
|blockAdv=
|hitbox=
|invul=
|description= * Enter move description here.
*
*
}}
}}
}}
==Misc==
==Misc==



Revision as of 15:30, 26 October 2022

The King of Fighters XV

OverviewStrategyDataCombosReplays

Leona belongs to a mercenary corps. As the adopted daughter of Heidern, she has received military training from a young age. The Orochi blood flowing within her veins led to an awakening of power.
Although taciturn and poor at expressing emotion, she has begun to show a softer side to both Ralf and Clark.

Gameplay Overview

Leona Heidern is an mobile rushdown charcter who pressures with her multitude of options. Be it space control, high/lows, or an excellent strike/throw game, she always finds a way. And when she does, it's always devastating (as long as she has meter to spend).
Pros Cons
  • Great Pressure: Her cruel 4/6B overhead, 2 instant overheads (j.A and j.8D), and a strong low. She really only need these buttons to open up her opponent.
  • Strong Space Control: 214P/K establishes surprisingly strong space control, which lets her approach her opponent with less risks than most people can. And even without it, her CD is a constant threat due to it's great range and can be made safe thanks to [4]6B OR frametrap with [4]6D. V-Slasher is an excellent long range whiff-punisher and EX V-Slasher beats everything since it's fully invincible.
  • EX Heart Attack: A move so good it needs its own pro space to show it. Being the core of her combo game, it gives her great damage for just half a bar along with good corner carry. You can combo off of lights and heavies, and her staple combos fully refund that 0.5 bar you spent. If it strikes you fancy, you can always just do a 50/50 reset with the bomb.
  • Meterless Mess: Despite the fact that her metered options are great, a Leona with no meter is nothing to brag about. While her pressure remains unaffected, she lacks meterless reversals and her midscreen oki is weak. Spending at least half a bar to be able to consistently continue your pressure after the combo is advised. That being said, Leona does have decent meter gain thanks to her specials.
  • Non-Negotiable Demand For Execution: Not only is Leona's execution difficult, but very punishing. Being a charge character comes with its quirks, be it good or bad. A lot of her staple combos have very tight links and being able to consistently input shortcuts is not easy. Messing up your Heart Attack combos puts you in positions you absolutely don't want to be in, and especially if you drop them with a high recovery move like [2]8P, as you're completely open for a devastating punish, or death.


Movelist

(*) = EX OK

(!) = MAX OK

(Midair Only) = Midair Only

Throws

Leona Crash (Forward) - (close) Bk.gif / Fd.gif + C.gif

Leona Crash (Backward) - (close) Bk.gif / Fd.gif + D.gif

Command Normals

Strike Arch - Bk.gif / Fd.gif + B.gif

Special Moves

Baltic Launcher - Bk.gif ~ Fd.gif + A.gif / C.gif (*)

Moon Slasher - Dn.gif ~ Up.gif + A.gif / C.gif (*)

Earring Bomb Heart Attack - Qcb.gif + A.gif / C.gif (*)

┗Explosion - Qcb.gif + A.gif / C.gif

Earring Bomb - Qcb.gif + B.gif / C.gif (*)

Grand Saber - Bk.gif ~ Fd.gif + B.gif / D.gif (*)

┗Follow Up - Fd.gif + D.gif

X-Calibur - Qcb.gif + A.gif / C.gif (Midair Only) (*)

Super Special Moves

V-Slasher - Qcf.gifDf.gifQcb.gif + A.gif / C.gif (Midair Only) (!)

Slash Saber - Qcb.gifDb.gifQcf.gif + B.gif / D.gif (!)

Climax Super Special Moves

Leona Blade - Qcb.gifDb.gifQcf.gif + C.gifD.gif

Quick Combo Reference

Quick Combo Reference

Meter Position Combo Damage Video
0 Bar Midscreen 2B > 2B > 2A > 4/6B > 214C, [2]8A 213 Video
0 Bar Corner 5A, 2C > [4]6B, [2]8A 222 Video
0.5 Bar Midscreen 5A, cl.D > 214AC, 2C > 4/6B > j.214C, [2]8A, [4]6D, 341
0.5 Bar Corner 5A, cl.D > 214AC, 2C > 4/6B > j.214C, [2]8A, [4]6D, [2]8C 385 Video
2 Bar Midscreen
2 Bar Corner
3 Bar Midscreen
3 Bar Corner


Normals

Far Standing Normals

Far A

stand A
A
A
XV leona fa ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
25 Mid special 6 3 10 +2 0 - 30 60

A quick jab. Horizontal range isn't bad, but the vertical hitbox isn't great, making it harder than average to stop hops. This works better as a ground check, leaving Leona plus on hit or neutral on block.

Far B

stand B
B
B
XV leona fb ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
30 Mid super 5 3 10 +2 0 - 30 60

Leona sticks her foot out. Slightly less range than far A.

Far C

stand C
C
C
XV leona fc ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70 Mid super 10 3 20 -2 -4 - 70 120

A downwards chop. This is Leona's longest reaching stand normal, and one of her better normals for converting into Max. This moves her forward slightly which can make whiff punishing this easier, so be careful.

Far D

stand D
D
D
XV leona fd ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
80 Mid super 10 3 19 -1 -3 - 70 120

A high angled roundhouse. This is one of Leona's better grounded hop checks. Whiffs at further ranges on crouchers.


Close Standing Normals

Close A

close A
cl.A
cl.A
XV leona cla ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
25 Mid command 5 3 7 +5 +3 - 30 60
  • Links into 2C and cl.D on hit

Looks similar to far A but much better. This has enough frame advantage to link into 2C or cl.D, allowing for some stronger light conversions.

Close B

close B
cl.B
cl.B
XV leona clb ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
30 Low command 5 4 9 +2 0 - 30 60

A quick kick to the shins. This is a standing low that's cancellable. Leona has an annoying overhead in 6B, so it's easy to get mileage from this move.

Close C

close C
cl.C
cl.C
XV leona clc ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70 (35+35) Mid command 7 2 (1) 4 16 +1 -1 - 70 (35+35) 120 (60+60)
  • Hits twice

A slicing uppercut. Gives Leona enough time to charge a special if she needs. Doesn't function well as an anti-air due to some forward movement during the move. Only the second hit causes pushback, so if you cancel the first hit Leona is left much closer to her opponent. This is important for her earring combos.

Close D

close D
cl.D
cl.D
XV leona cld ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
80 (40+40) Mid command 5 3 (2) 4 18 -1 -3 - 70 (35+35) 120 (60+60)
  • Hits twice

A double knee strike. Works very similar to her cl.C, doing slightly more damage. Does not count as being airborne despite the animation, so Leona is still vulnerable to throws during this move.

Crouch Normals

Crouch A

crouch A
2A
2A
XV leona 2a ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
25 Mid command 5 4 8 +3 +1 - 30 60

A low jab. Standard 2A that has more plus frames than 2B.

Crouch B

crouch B
2B
2B
XV leona 2b ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
15 Low super 4 4 10 +1 -1 - 15 30

A low kick. Your standard 2B for opening up opponents low. Has larger range than average.

Crouch C

crouch C
2C
2C
XV leona 2c ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70 Mid command 5 2 (1) 3 28 -13 -15 - 70 120

A rising uppercut. Fast and has a large vertical hitbox. This is good for anti-airing and link combos. When using this to anti-air, be careful of the forward movement.

Crouch D

crouch D
2D
2D
XV leona 2d ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
80 Low special 8 6 22 SKD (21: Tech / 48: Non-tech) -9 - 70 120

A sweep to the legs. Once again, standard KOF sweep. This one isn't cancellable, even on hit, making it especially prone to hops.

Jump Normals

Jump A

jump A
j.A
j.A
XV leona ja ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

hop hop

40 High - 5 7 1 on ground - - - 30 50

jump jump

45 High - 5 9 1 on ground - - - 30 60
  • Can instant overhead from a hop

A downwards chop. This is one of Leona's lowest reaching jump normals, making this a pesky jump-in that's hard to low profile. When done immediately from a hop, this can hit a crouching opponent overhead. This is unsafe even on hit, so make sure it's the killing blow.

Jump B

jump B
j.B
j.B
XV leona jb ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

hop hop

40 High special 4 11 1 on ground - - - 30 50

jump jump

45 High special 4 11 1 on ground - - - 30 60

A horizontal kick. Being her fastest air normal, this is a good air-to-air. Use this to help control air space.

Jump C

jump C
j.C
j.C
XV leona jc ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

hop hop

70 High special 6 5 1 on ground - - - 70 100

jump jump

70 High special 6 8 1 on ground - - - 70 120
  • Can cross up

An aerial cross chop. Leona's best jump in, having a good cross-up hitbox and active frames.

Jump D

jump D
j.D
j.D
XV leona jd ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

hop hop

70 High special 7 4 1 on ground - - - 70 100

jump jump

70 High special 7 6 1 on ground - - - 70 120

A forward twin kick. Good horizontal range for controlling air space.

neutral jump D

neutral jump D
j.8D
j.8D
XV leona njd ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70 High special 4 11 1 on ground - - - 70 120
  • Can act as an instant overhead

A downwards back kick. This can only be done from a neutral jump. The hitbox is so low that when done instantly from a neutral jump, this'll will hit a crouching opponent overhead, just like j.A in a hop. But what makes it different from j.A is that this can be special cancelled as well as super cancelled. This causes slightly additional scaling when used in a combo.

Blowback

Blowback

Blowback
CD
CD
XV leona cd ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
75 Mid special 14 5 29 Wall Splat - HKD (gnd) (66 to 81) -11 - 100 160

Leona lunges forward with her hand. This is a very powerful blowback, covering a huge amount of space, capable of hitting at round start, while also being safe by cancelling into [4]6B. Leona can combo from this fairly easily as well, making this normal a constant threat in neutral the opponent needs to consider.

ShatterStrike

Shatterstrike
236CD
236CD
XV leona 236cd ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
75 Mid - 15 6 27 Crumple (+93) -10 Armor: 4 to 14 (11 frames) 0 200

With a fantastic Blowback, Leona's Shatter Strike is just as fantastic. This is also useful for setting up Leona's extended earring combos from longer starters.

jump CD

jump CD
j.CD
j.CD
XV leona jcd ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

hop hop

80 Mid special 16 6 1 on ground SKD - - 80 120

jump jump

90 Mid special 16 6 1 on ground SKD - - 80 140

An aerial heavy kick. Good angle for offense to establish some plus frames. Note that doing this instantly from a hop will cause it to whiff on crouchers, so make sure to delay it slightly when using this to pressure.

Throws

Leona Crash (Forward)

Leona Crash (Forward)
(close) 4/6C
(close) 4/6C
XV leona cthrow ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
100 N/A - 1 1 0 HKD (46) Unblockable - 0 0

Provides a good distance and enough knockdown advantage to perform a cross-up set up.

Leona Crash (Backward)

Leona Crash (Backward)
(close) 4/6D
(close) 4/6D
XV leona dthrow ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
100 N/A - 1 1 0 HKD (38) Unblockable - 0 0

If Leona is cornered, this barely puts her in super jump range. Otherwise you have less advantage than from forward throw.

Rush Moves

rush
c.AA/c.AAX
c.AA/c.AAX
XV leona rush1 ima.png
XV leona rush2 ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

c.AA c.AA

48 (25+25) Mid Rush 9 - - -4 -6 - 30 120 (60+60)

c.AAX c.AAX

70 (25+25+25) Mid Rush 9 - - -10 -12 - 30 180 (60+60+60)
  • Placeholder

Command Moves

Strike Arch

Strike Arch
4/6B
4/6B
XV leona 6b ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
70 [30] High [Mid] [special] 22 [13] 2 24 [19] HKD [0] -7 [-2] - 80 [40] 80 [60]

One hell of a low-crush overhead

  • Data in [] indicate when the move is cancelled into
  • Safe on block if spaced well. Cancellable version is not an overhead but safe regardless of range.

Jumps forward with an axe kick. Using this frequently will scare your opponent into standing blocking, which opens up combos from 2B. It also automatically frametraps from cl.A, 2A and cl.B.

Special Moves

Baltic Launcher

Baltic Launcher
[4]6A/C/AC
[4]6A/C/AC
XV leona 46a ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

A A

112 (15*9) Mid super 27 Projectile 33 SKD (46: Tech / 73: Non-tech) +11 - 90 (10*9) 90 (10*9)

C C

135 (15*12) Mid super 23 Projectile 35 SKD (53: Tech / 80: Non-tech) +18 - 120 (10*12) 120 (10*12)

AC AC

172 (20*12) Mid - 24 Projectile 35 SKD (53: Tech / 80: Non-tech) +13 - 0 120 (10*12)
  • C version can be crouched
  • Plus on block

Leona releases a ball of energy in front of her. This is an unusual projectile that is meant to be used as a pre-emptive defensive tool or a knowledge check pressure tool.

The A version is placed around chest level. This is the best version to be used to defend against ground approaches or on an opponent's wake up for extra plus frames. If timed on a knockdown to hit meaty, it recovers fast enough to where even if your opponent rolls behind it, you will be safe from a punish. Note that while it cannot be ducked, many sweeps can go under it and hit Leona, cancelling the projectile.

The C version is placed around head level. This can be completely ducked and sometimes even ran under, but the higher angle makes it better at stopping jumps. Also an excellent combo-filler in most EX Heart Attack combos.

The EX version works similar to the A version but travels further. This can connect from blocked CDs, but at many ranges the projectile will whiff entirely so this tends to not be worth it.

Moon Slasher

Moon Slasher
[2]8A/C/AC
[2]8A/C/AC
XV leona 28a ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

A A

80 Mid super 5 (Air) / 9 (In Front) 7 36 SKD (13: Tech / 40: Non-tech* - Stand hit) / (15: Tech / 42: Non-tech - Crouch hit) -22 - 80 60

C C

80 Mid super 8 (Air) / 10 (In Front) 7 43 SKD (6: Tech / 33: Non-tech) -29 Full body against Physical Air Strike: 1 to 7 (7 Frames) 80 60

AC AC

120 Mid - 6 (Air) / 9 (In Front) 8 40 SKD (8: Tech / 35: Non-tech) -27 Full Body: 1 to 9 (9 Frames) 0 60
  • A version hit standings opponents a frame 7 and crouching opponents at frame 9.
  • C version has upper body invulnerability. C version hits ground opponents at frame 10.
  • EX version has full invulnerability. EX version hits ground opponents at frame 9.

Leona slashes above her head. This is her primary anti-air special. It's very fast and covers behind her. Only the C version has upper body invincibility, with the A version having no invincibility whatsoever. The EX version however, has full body invincibility, making it more reliable and possible to use as a reversal.

Earring Bomb

Earring Bomb
214B/D/BD
214B/D/BD
XV leona 214b ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

B B

60 Mid - 40 Projectile 18 SKD (41: Tech / 68: Non-tech) +2 - 80 40

D D

60 Mid - 45 Projectile 18 SKD (41: Tech / 68: Non-tech) +2 - 80 40

BD BD

80 Mid - 12 Projectile 34 SKD (42: Tech / 69: Non-tech) -14 - - 40
  • Button pressed determines angle

Leona throws out her signature earring bomb. This is the slowest starting up projectile in the game, but it is capable of controlling space on screen for a long time, as it travels very slowly. Setting this up can be difficult, but once it's out the opponent is forced to either block it, which lets Leona approach her opponent safely, jump over it, to which Leona can respond with anti airs, or nullify it with their own projectile, which Leona can jump over and punish. Some situations where you can safely set up an earring are after a j.CD or standing CD, though from a standing CD you should typically go for a combo if that's possible instead.

The B version bounces once, while the D version goes in one smooth arc. Both versions will miss at crouchers at close range, but you should be avoiding using this at close range anyway. The EX version goes high, then bounces low, making it harder to jump over. It also has a much faster start-up, making it easier to set up and even lends its use in some combos.

Earring Bomb Heart Attack

Earring Bomb Heart Attack
214A/C/AC
214A/C/AC
XV leona 214b ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

A A

0 Mid - 38 Projectile 18 +8 +2 - 0 0

C C

0 Mid - 43 Projectile 18 +8 +2 - 0 0

AC AC

0 Mid - 12 Projectile 21 +5 -1 - 0 0
  • Throws an earring that sticks to the opponent on hit
  • Automatically detonates 157 frames after it sticks
  • Has enough frame advantage to link 2C after
  • EX version is fast enough to combo from normals

This is a new version of the move that causes the earring to stick to the opponent if it hits, similar to her move of the same name in 2002. When it sticks it will either automatically detonate over time, causing the same launch as the K version, or be manually detonated with another 214P input. On block it functions the same as the K version. This is the harder earring to utilize but can potentially lead to more reward if timed perfectly, such as timing an instant overhead right when the earring is about to explode.

The EX version can combo from normals and lets Leona link a normal after the earring sticks, leading to long combos. Being able to combo into a stick allows for some set-ups where you reset the opponent right when it explodes, allowing for an unscaled extension.

Explosion

Explosion
After 214P connects, 214A/C/AC
After 214P connects, 214A/C/AC
XV leona 214a ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

A/C A/C

60 Mid - 15 Projectile 20 SKD (60: Tech / 87: Non-tech) 10 - 80 40

AC AC

80 Mid - 15 Projectile 20 SKD (60: Tech / 87: Non-tech) 10 - 0 80
  • Detonates a stuck earring from 214A/C

You can combo this even from lights. Note that the explosion is blockable.

Grand Saber

Grand Saber
[4]6B/D/BD
[4]6B/D/BD
XV leona 46b ima.png
XV leona 46d ima.png
XV leona 46d 6d ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

B B

70 Mid super 19 8 14 SKD (32: Tech / 59: Non-tech) -3 - 60 60

D D

70 Mid super 23 8 12 SKD (34: Tech / 61: Non-tech) -1 - 60 60

BD BD

97 (40+60) Mid - 14 8 11 +39 (SKD) -2 - 0 60 (30+30)

D~D D~D

50 Mid super 8 3 41 HKD (67) -25 - 60 60
  • Leona doesn't perform the slash until she reaches the opponent
  • D version has a follow-up with 6D
  • EX version performs the slash regardless of proximity and can combo from lights

Leona runs forward and does an energy slash. This is a safe advancing special move that covers a lot of ground. You can use this to have a constant threat for your opponent to consider at midscreen, as it easily catches neutral hops. This is a fantastic cancel from CD that is safe on block and leads to reward on hit. Note that some characters with command grabs can punish this. It's also prone to being full jumped over as well as Guard Cancel Roll punishes when used in cancels.

The D version has a follow-up that can be comboed into her air super, but is very unsafe and should only be used when confirmed. The follow-up causes a hard knockdown.

The EX version is very fast and can be used from lights. It allows for some small juggles after.

X-Calibur

X-Calibur
j.214A/C/AC
j.214A/C/AC
XV leona j214a ima.png
XV leona 214c ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

A A

100 Mid super 13 6 10 on ground HKD (30 (Lowest height) to 24 (Highest height)) -26 (Lowest height) to -31 (Highest height) - 40 60

C C

60 Mid super 16 Active until on ground 17 SKD -12 (Lowest height) to -18 (Highest height) - 40 60

AC AC

117 (60+57) Mid - 21 Projectile 4 on ground SKD 4 (Lowest height) to -6 (Highest height) - 0 60 (30*2)
  • A version fires a projectile and bounces back
  • C version is a divekick
  • EX version leaves behind a multi-hitting projectile

This is an air special with distinct versions.

The A version has Leona throw out a diagonal projectile then flip slightly backwards. This causes a hard knockdown and is your generally preferred ender after 6B for oki. Very bad on block so make sure to confirm this.

The C version has Leona diving forward with the projectile, acting as a divekick of sorts. This is her most damaging cancel from 6B, as it allows for a juggle into [2]8A afterwards. Interestingly if cancelled from a cross-up j.C, the j.C will hit behind but the j.214C will hit in front. This covers a lot of space and can be used in neutral, but is risky and shouldn't be aimed directly at your opponent generally. Rather, it should be used to cover space where you think your opponent will want to go.

The EX version is similar to the A version, firing a projectile, but this time the projectile lingers and hits multiple times. This leads to a lot of block advantage and can reset Leona's pressure. Note that it's too slow to combo or be a true blockstring from her cancel options into this.

Super Special Moves

V-Slasher

V-Slasher
j2363214A
j2363214A
XV leona j2363214p ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

A A

180 (0+180) Mid advanced, climax 6 Active until on ground 31 +55 -9 (Lowest height) to -15 (Highest height) Full Body: 1 to 3 (3 Frames) 0 0

C C

180 (0+180) Mid advanced, climax 6 Active until on ground 31 +55 -9 (Lowest height) to -15 (Highest height) Full Body: 1 to 3 (3 Frames) 0 0

AC AC

320 (0+320) Mid climax 7 Active until on ground 31 +55 -9 (Lowest height) to -15 (Highest height) Full Body: 1 to 12 (12 Frames) 0 0
  • MAX version has invincibility

Leona dives downward and does her signature V explosion. This can only be done from the air, making this a combo from [4]6D~6D or her cancellable instant overhead (j.8D). The range is very long allowing this to be useful as a fireball punish in ranges where you wouldn't normally be able to land a jump in. The regular version has no invincibility however so it is prone to anti-airs. The MAX version does have invincibility though, making it possible to even go through uppercut reversals.

In the corner, a level 1 V-Slasher on hit can lead to a safe jump by immediately backdashing, then hopping forward.

Slash Saber

Slash Saber
2141236B/D
2141236B/D
XV leona 2141236k ima.png
Version Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers

B B

180 (0+20*6+60) Mid climax 12 8 27 +40 -12 Full Body: 1 to 4 (4 Frames) 0 0

D D

180 (0+20*6+60) Mid climax 16 8 27 +40 -12 Full Body: 1 to 4 (4 Frames) 0 0

BD BD

330 (0+35*6+120) Mid climax 15 8 27 +40 -12 Full Body: 1 to 9 (9 Frames) / Projectile Invincibile until recovery. 0 0
  • MAX version has projectile invincibility

Leona charges forward and does a slashing combo. Combos from [2]8P. The regular version has two versions depending on the button pressed, with the B version being a bit faster. The MAX version can go through projectiles, making it a powerful but expensive way to blow through fireball blockstrings.

Climax Super Special Moves

Leona Blade
2141236CD
2141236CD
XV leona 2141236cd ima.png
Damagez (x+y) means the move has two hits.
The first does x,
the second does y,
for a total of z.
Damage dealt by the move.
10 is 1%.
Guard (1) means only the first hit has to be blocked that way, (2) the second,
No bracket means the entire move has to be blocked said way.
How this attack has to be blocked. Throws and unblockables will stay empty.
Cancel (1) means only the first hit is cancelable, (2) the second,
(x~y) every hit from x to y,
No bracket means the entire move is.
Whether this move is special or super cancelable.
If neither, will stay empty.
StartupNumber of frames for the move to become active, first active frame included. Activex, (y), z means the move has two hits. The 1st is active for x frames
Followed by a y frame gap
Then the 2nd is active for z frames.
Number of frames the move is active, meaning able to connect, for.
RecoveryNumber of frames past its active frames for the move to end and the character to recover unless the move is canceled. Hit Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
SKD is soft knockdown, HKD is hard.
After the move hits,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Block Advantagex ~ y means the move has different frame advantage depending on range.
x when done point-blank.
y on the tip.
After the move is blocked,
number of frames the character recovers before (+) or after (-) the opponent.
Invulnerability(Startup) means the move is invincible until after its 1st active frame.
(Startup - 1) means it's invincible until its 1st active frame.
Throw and/or Hit Invincibility the move has. (frames)_TYPE_(Location).
Startup or Active may be used to note the frame range.
StunAmount of stun damage a move inflicts. This will not factor in proration if applicable Guard DamageDamage done to the guard bar regardless of multipliers
433 (120+313) Min: 225 Mid - 8 9 57 +43 -44 Full Body: 1 to 14 (14 Frames) 0 0
  • Won't trigger the cinematic at further ranges

Very fast and has a lot of invincibility. The range is huge, but the cinematic won't trigger at about halfway down the hitbox, instead only doing a meager 180 damage. This cancels from all of Leona's supers.

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