Jin’s mother, Jun Kazama, graces the Tekken arena with a triumphant return, ending her canonical absence since Tekken 2. With a masterful command of the heat system, Jun becomes a standout presence in Tekken 8. Her prowess extends to a remarkable poking game, a relentless pressure strategy with + on block mids like SS4 and ff1+2, a diverse array of lows, and arguably the most comprehensive punishment toolkit in the game.
Jun’s distinctive playstyle revolves around frustrating opponents with her top-tier poking proficiency, compelling them to overextend into her potent counter-hits or defensive maneuvers. Despite the self-damage incurred with specific moves, the tides turn in her favor during heat, as she adeptly recovers life from these very moves, rendering them exceptionally potent with zero downsides. Her heat smash, celebrated as one of the best, combines speed and range while efficiently recovering her grey life—a skill that elevates Jun’s ability to manage grey life in Tekken 8.
In a fashion reminiscent of Asuka, Jun exhibits robust panic moves, parries, and sabakis, instilling doubt in opponents and disrupting their offensive rhythm. Given her emphasis on poking and + frames, making a comeback against patient opponents may pose a challenge.
Pros:
- Exceptional poking proficiency
- Outstanding pressure strategy
- Best overall punishment toolkit
- Mastery of the heat system
- Strong panic moves, second only to Asuka
- Premier whiff punisher
- Extremely high damage output
Cons:
- May face challenges in making comebacks
Recommended for players who appreciate:
- Strong poking dynamics
- Versatile character traits
- Punishing opponents’ mistakes with substantial impact
Difficulty: Medium
Perfect Legend 