Pillar 1 — Neutral control
Neutral is the space where neither side has committed. Tools that claim space—cones, lines, or lingering zones—let you set tempo and force reactions. Kits with reliable neutral options feel “safe” because they deny angles and bait responses. Your goal is to spend as little time as possible in disadvantage and convert neutral wins into short, confirmed strings.
Pillar 2 — Burst access
Burst is about capitalizing on mistakes. Effective kits compress damage into windows where opponents cannot trade. Cooldown alignment is crucial: if two high‑value skills return together, you cycle predictable spikes. If they desync, you’ll float in half‑strings that leak pressure. Practical drill: record a 60‑second loop and mark timestamps of your peak burst. Build your fights around those spikes.
Pillar 3 — Disengage
The best offense dies without exits. A single, reliable disengage (dash, pushback, iframe) prevents one mistake from snowballing. Hold it greedily; never spend your only escape for minor damage. Strong players win not by always hitting more, but by refusing to give away free punishes.
Hitboxes vs. hurtboxes
Narrow cones demand precision but trade safely; wide sweeps forgive aim yet telegraph longer. Learn which animations allow dodge or jump cancels, and which require full commitment. Every frame saved in recovery is another chance to punish.
Range and stance
Short‑range kits thrive on corners and terrain; long‑range kits prefer lanes and sightlines. Stance choices (aggressive vs. baiting) should match arena geometry and enemy archetype—not habit.
Synergy in parties
Cursed techniques multiply when layered. Pair soft CC with delayed burst, stagger with tracking projectiles, or area denial with pull effects. In coordinated groups, “off‑meta” picks spike because their weaknesses are covered and their strengths are amplified. Callouts like “stack,” “reset,” and “peel” keep the engine running.
Choosing what to reroll into
Reroll once you understand your baseline spacing and burst timing. Try a technique with a different neutral tool first; if your results improve, it’s a genuine upgrade. If not, revert and practice. Spins are leverage—use them to unlock plans, not to chase animations.