Wan-Fu

Learn Wan-Fu's throws and special moves in Samurai Shodown (2019)! Discover Confucius Thunder Bomb, Whirlwind, and his powerful slams.

Hey there! So you're looking to get a handle on Wan-Fu, huh? He's a pretty unique character in Samurai Shodown (2019), a real powerhouse with some interesting moves. Don't let his look fool you; he's got a sharp mind for strategy and comes from a royal line in China. He's here in Japan looking for some allies, and if you can master his kit, he'll be a great asset to your roster.

Let's break down what makes Wan-Fu tick. He's all about powerful throws and some explosive special moves.

Throws

Wan-Fu's throws are great for controlling space and punishing opponents who get too close. Here's what you've got:

• Skull Crusher Slam: This is your go-to throw when you're close. Just input ← / → + MS / MK. He'll grab 'em and slam 'em right on his knee. It's pretty brutal! Fun fact: this throw actually deals a bit more damage if he's unarmed.
• Swordplay Blade: If you're using his weapon, this is a killer throw. Input ← / → + HS. He'll grab, slam, stab 'em a bunch (mash those buttons for extra hits!), and then kick them away. It's a great way to rack up damage. If you're unarmed, this move turns into the Skull Crusher Slam.
• Tail Crusher: This one's a bit different. Use ← / → + HK. It's a butt slam that always tosses the opponent forward, which can be useful for corner pressure.
• Wall Crasher Toss: This is your unarmed throw option, using ← / → + MS. It's a straightforward toss that sends them flying across the screen.

Remember, the Tail Crusher always sends them forward, and the Skull Crusher Slam gets a little bonus damage when he's not holding his sword.

Special Moves

Wan-Fu's special moves are where things get explosive, literally! Keep in mind, he can't use these if he's disarmed.

• Confucius Thunder Bomb: This move is wild! Input ↓ ↙ ← + S. Wan-Fu jumps and throws his weapon to the ground, where it explodes. The catch? This disarms him! It hits multiple times, which can be super useful if you time it right when an opponent is getting up in the corner. If they block the explosion, you might be able to sneak in a low attack or even a jumping light kick. If you break through their guard while the bomb is active, they're in for a world of hurt.
• Confucius Whirlwind: For this one, use → ↓ ↘ + S. He leaps up with a spinning slash. The best part is that he's invincible at the start of this move, making it a great reversal option if you're in a tight spot.

Just a heads-up: Wan-Fu can't pull off any of his special moves when he's unarmed. Also, the Confucius Whirlwind gives him invincibility right at the beginning, which is super handy!

That's the rundown on Wan-Fu! He's a character with a lot of potential for big damage and surprising plays. Give him a try and see if his explosive style fits your game!