Shulk Hero Matchups and Tips

Shulk

C Tier

Shulk's core strength lies in his exceptional disjointed range, allowing him to effectively space out opponents with moves like his nair and forward air. Utilizing Monado Arts strategically can enhance your playstyle; for instance, activating Speed at the start of a match can give you an early advantage, while Buster can help rack up damage when you're ahead. However, Shulk struggles against characters with quick, relentless pressure, as his reliance on precise spacing can be disrupted by aggressive playstyles. Be mindful of your positioning and make the most of Air Slash as a combo finisher to capitalize on your advantages during the match.

Shulk's Counter Picks

Shulk is Strong Against

Shulk is Weak Against

Tips for Shulk

  • If you spam down-taunt he'll repeatedly say "THIS IS THE MONADO THIS IS THE MONADO THIS IS THE MONADO" etc. Obviously doesn't work in Quickplay, but it's a must-have for any taunt party arena.
  • Join the Shulk Discord, the other tips here are trash.
  • You can get some cheesy damage in by popping Speed at the start of a match and then repeat short hop Fair
  • Air Slash is basically a combo finisher. If you have no idea what you should during a combo, Air Slash.
  • Use Monado Jump when in hitstun off stage to make your recovery from very far away. Every monado art can be selected out of hitstun as well.

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