Beyond technical execution, understanding your opponent's habits and tendencies is a powerful tool. This is psychological warfare. Does your opponent always jump after blocking a certain attack? Do they frequently try to throw? Do they panic and use Rage Explosion defensively? Making a read means anticipating your opponent's next move based on their past actions and then countering it. For example, if you notice an opponent always tries to jump over your low attacks, you can anticipate this and use an anti-air. This requires observation and pattern recognition. Don't just react; try to predict. The best players are not just fast, but also excellent at reading their opponents.
