Ike vs Palutena

When playing Ike against Palutena, focus on maintaining good spacing to avoid her powerful aerials and zoning tools. Use your sword's range to punish her approaches, particularly with forward tilt and back air, while being cautious of her explosive flame and aerial attacks. Be ready to counter her moves, as Palutena's reliance on aerial pressure can be mitigated by well-timed counters, especially if you anticipate her nair. Position yourself to capitalize on her landings, as Ike's strong punish game can turn the tide quickly when you land a well-placed smash attack.