KILLER INSTINCT 2 GENERAL STRATEGY GUIDE PLUS TJ COMBO SECTION
10/9/98
v1.1
Well I've finally got a modem, so I guess that I, the disputed Lord of Killer
Instinct in London, Ontario, should make a FAQ. This is not a move list, I
don't want to waste my time uploading stuff you can just read off the bottom of
the screen. This is a strategy guide that gives details how the computer
behaves and also gives tips on how to defeat the various characters. For a
detailed move and combo guide, refer to Gamefan's Strategy Guide (if you can
find it). I have that guide, and it covers everything and I mean EVERYTHING on
this game, so if you have question or f you can't find a certain move or would
like combos for any character, feel free to email me (arcticninja@hotmail.com).
For legal purposes: this document contains no plagarised information of any sort
and all information contained within is public domain and is comprised entirely
out of my own personal experience.
Here's the broken down fight flow chart
GARGOS
FULGORE
{SPINAL}
{TUSK }=>IN ANY ORDER
{KIM WU}
{JAGO }
{TJ COMBO}=>IN ANY ORDER
{GLACIUS }
{MAYA }
{ORCHID }
{SABREWULF}
GENERAL STRATEGIES
Combos: this is how I usually make up my combos:
Opener=>Autodouble=>EndSpecial
Combos in this style are really easy to do, have lots of style and do good
damage. You can also start off with a jumping attack then opener etc.
For extra hits, damage and style, I sometimes throw in a pressure combo right
before the EndSpecial. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, or you don't
know how to do a certain move please e-mail me (arcticninja@hotmail.com)
Other stuff:
as a rule ALWAYS BLOCK LOW! All of the strategy of KI2 comes from knowing how
to block, and how to confuse your opponent into blocking the wrong way. The
best way to start off a combo is knowing how to penetrate your opponent's
blocking. This is not a game for people who like to turtle! If you're used to
playing fighting games by just blocking and waiting for mistakes then you're not
going to do very well. Always block low because almost every character has a
low hitting move that seems to come from nowhere. So block low and get ready
for the high stuff.
MAYA
Maya is so ridiculusly easy it's not even funny. I seriously use her as a
punching bag as well as trial runs for new and improved combos. Just go nuts,
because she mostly just stands there.
Mantis: hits high, but the computer seldom uses it.
Savage Blades: whatever, just counter.
Flip Kick: ho hum, goes over fireballs.
ORCHID
Orchid is also very easy, but not quite as easy as Maya. Mostly be carefull of
Air Buster when jumping in. One annoying thing is her trip, because the piece
of crap his twice! Also watch her Gyro Kyaku super (BIG damage).
Flik Flak(the upside-down leg thing): The KI1 cheese is gone, so don't worry
about 20-some hit combos. Counter if you can, otherwise block and
counterattack. Also, this move hits high.
San: just block it.
Tiger Slide: be careful because it hits low; this is Orchids main weapon against
you. If she's going to beat you at all, it will be because of this.
SABREWULF
Not too difficult if you know what you're doing. One thing to remember, is
ALWAYS BLOCK LOW!!! His Sabre Pounce comes out really fast, even from across
the screen. The only time you let go of your low block, is if he jumps at you.
If this is the case, block and counterattack. This is the best way to beat him:
block low and wait for the Sabre Pounce. When it comes, immedeately
counterattack. If he blocks it, then again immedeately do the move that
counters his Sabre WHEEL. I don't recommend jumping at him because that makes
you a prime target for his Sabre Flip or his Lupus Loopy super.
Sabre Wheel: comes out very fast and has almost no recovery time. Just do what
you can.
Sabre Spin: comes out very slow and Wulf is completely open to attack.
Sabre Pounce: see above.
GLACIUS
Not too difficult if you know what you're doing. Figure out which of your
openers counter his Puddleport and simply counter away. Don't get cocky because
the computer likes to use the Quadra Slam super a lot (Even I get hit by it
sometimes).
Openers
Puddleport: very predictable and very easy to counter, but don't count on hiting
him after he hits you.
Cold Shoulder: comes out very quick and is hard to counter, but if you block, he
leaves himself open to attack.
Icy Grip: computer almost never uses this one, but if it does just block it.
JAGO
If you are a novice player, unless you're a really cheap Jago or Glacius user,
don't expect to get past this one. Jago and TJ Combo seperate the men from the
boys. There are two ways to get past him: be very aggressive or be very
defensive. For aggressive players: don't get discouraged by his uppercut; if he
starts to use it constantly then switch to defensive mode. Just keep jump
kicking into combos; if your character has an opener that hits low, then all the
better. For defensive players: wait for him to jump kick you, block and start a
combo. Watch his Tiger Thrash super because it does a shitload of damage.
Laser Blade: don't bother, it comes out too quick to counter and doesn't have
enough recovery time.
Windkick: if you know which of your openers counters it, then use that one;
otherwise block and counter.
Ninja Slide: his most annoying opener. Hits low and comes out fast. This is
what makes Jago somewhat tricky to beat. Always be ready to block low, then
counterattack immedeately afterwards. The computer likes to use this move right
off the bat, so be ready for it.
TJ COMBO
Combo is THE MAN. The only reason he's easy is because the computer doesn't
have a clue how to play him. If you're good at parrying, then you'll have lots
of fun. If Combo is ever close to you, he will always try his Skull Smasher
move, which by the way is parryable. A few tips: NEVER jump at him. His
cyclone comes out really fast and does good damage, so don't let him use it.
Basically, wait for him to run at you, then combo away before he does.
You will have to master combo breakers if you expect to beat him consistantly.
His combos are HUGE and do big ass damage, especially if he throws in a super.
TJ Tremor: I have yet to see the computer use this.
Rollercoaster: Combo's best opener. Hits low so be ready for it. Remember, he
can do this during his dash.
Spinfist: the computer doesn't really use this move.
Skull Smasher: this is not really an opener, but the computer uses it
constantly, so I'm putting it in anyway. This move hits high and plays an
integral part of the computer's high/low game. Remember that it can be parried.
KIM WU
God I hate this bitch. Her moves are hard to counter and have very good range.
She likes her low openers and her supers. The only way to beat her consistantly
is to be aggressive. I don't really have much to say because if I win, I kicked
her ass; but if I lose she kicked my ass.
Tornado Kick: computer uses this one a lot. This one's relatively easy to
counter, but it has very quick recovery time.
Split Kick: this one hits high, which leads to the main difficulty with Kim Wu.
The computer typically likes to open with a low attack, but if you catch on, out
comes the Split kick. If you block it, she's too far away too counter anyway.
Firecracker: just block it.
SPINAL
Spinal is the easiest of the Spinal/Kim Wu/Tusk triad. Above all don't do
anything stupid, and you should be fine. This is the best way to beat him: do
a jumping attack the immedeately follow up with the move that counters the Skull
Scrape. This should work most of the time. Should he ever hit you, make sure
you know how to do combo breakers otherwise you'll be taking the beats. Don't
get intimidated by his Soul Drain: you may think it does lots of block damage
but it doesn't.
Skeleskewer(Spinal sticks his sword out at you): easy to counter, long recovery
time, but Spinal usually knows how to counter your moves so don't get cocky.
Flame Blade: computer doesn't use it much, just block it.
Skull Scrape: This one, I hate. If it wasnt' for this move, I would never lose
to Spinal. It's fast, hits low, and goes under fireballs. Learn to counter it
or learn to block low.
TUSK
Tusk is tough. In my opinion, he's the second hardest character in the game
(after Fulgore). The only reason he's difficult to beat is because he does so
much freaking DAMAGE!!! Even his normal attacks do lots of damage! A few tips:
Don't jump at him EVER, and don't screw up or you'll take the big beats. Here's
a mistake some people make: "Oh, he's only got a tiny bit of energy left, and
I've got lots so I'm going to toy with him."
DON'T EVER DO THAT!!!!!!!!!! I have seen come back and kick someone's ass in
like 5 seconds. Don't ever let down your guard with this guy. His combos just
do too much damage. If you get hit by his Destroyer super, kiss your ass
goodbye. The best way to beat him is by playing smart. Block everything and
counterattack when the time is right.
Web of Death: more a linker than an opener, just block it.
Boot Kick: If you know how to counter it then go for it, otherwise block and
hope he does something stupid.
Skull Splitter: hits high, if you block attempt to counterattack, who knows, it
might actually work.
FULGORE
Fulgore is probably the hardest character in the game (including Gargos).
What I hate, is that he just stands there, and if you try to do anything he'll
kick your ass. Another annoying thing is when he turns invisible. The best
thing to do is just wait him out; he'll eventually drain his super bar. The only
way to beat him is to keep attacking and don't screw up.
Cyber Dash: you almost never see it coming so just block it.
Eye Laser: same as Cyber Dash
GARGOS
Compared to Eyedol, this guy is way too easy. The only difficult thing about
him is he breaks your combos often. Just keep attacking him and for extra
style, finish him off with an Ultra Combo. Don't worry about it when he regains
his energy, just keep whooping his ass. One thing you don't do, is do a move
from halfway across the screen and expect it to hit. He will counter, and his
combos hurt big time.
