Understanding frame data is crucial for high-level play in any fighting game, and Samurai Shodown is no exception. Frame data refers to the number of frames (1/60th of a second) an attack takes to start (startup frames), hit (active frames), and recover (recovery frames). Frame advantage indicates whether you or your opponent can act sooner after an attack. A move with +frames on block means you can act before your opponent, allowing you to continue pressure. A move with -frames on block means your opponent can act first, potentially allowing them to punish you. Utilize the Dojo's frame data display to learn which of your moves are safe on block, which are punishable, and which create opportunities for pressure. This knowledge will inform your decision-making in every exchange.
