Do not copy anything, you lazy bastards. If you would like
to use something from this FAQ then give me at least partial
credit for it. This includes using my format (not just from
this FAQ). I'm not responsible for anything that may go wrong
as a result of this FAQ. Do whatever you want with it, just
as long as my name is attatched.
INTRODUCTION
This guide is intended to teach players how to use Vega at
least effectively in CvS. I'll be quite honest with you, I
don't use Vega too often. But maybe you can learn a little
something from what little I do know. Anyway, Vega has two
simple purposes in this game. To poke, and to hit and run.
His roll is slow, and not as useful as it should be, but
he is a fast character with good priority. He's got a
couple of good combos, but you shouldn't try them without
practicing first. I'm kind of annoyed that no one else has
written an FAQ for him. I'll update later if I feel like
it. Hopefully this FAQ will motiviate someone to write a
better one.
Punch Throw - <-, or -> + HP
(when grounded or airborne)
Kick Throw - <-, or -> + HK
(when grounded or airborne)
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[2] SPECIAL ATTACKS
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Rolling Crystal Flash \_____________________________
Motion: (Charge) Back, then Forward + LP, or HP
A multiple-hitting roll attack. Best used
in combos.
[**---]
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Sky High Claw \_____________________________
Motion: (Charge) Down, Up + LP, or HP
After Jumping From the Wall
LP, or HP
This easy to avoid move is useless. Maybe
you could get lucky and you can catch your
opponent off guard :P.
[*----]
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Flying Barcelona Attack \_____________________________
Motion: (Charge) Down, Up + LK, or HK
After Jumping From the Wall
LP, or HP
The recovery on this move is ridiculous. Even
worse than Yamazaki's taunt and counter. All
this move does is open's Vega up for an attack.
[*----]
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Izuna Drop \_____________________________
Motion: (Charge) Down, Up + LK, or HK
After Jumping From the Wall
Any other direction than up
+ LP, or HP
Near the opponent.
Basically the same as the Flying Barcelona
Attack.
[*----]
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Scarlet Terror \_____________________________
Motion: (Charge) Down/Back, Forward + LK, or HK
Vega's version of Guile's Flashkick. Use
as an Antiair.
[***--]
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Back Slash \_____________________________
Press: HP, + LP
Vega quickly does 2 back flips, and is in-
vincible during this time. Use this when
you need to get out of something in a
hurry.
[***--]
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Quick Back Slash \_____________________________
Press: HK, + LK
Vega quickly does 1 back flip, and is in-
vincible during this time. Use this when
you need to get out of something in a
hurry, but need to recover quickly.
Think of is as rolling backwards.
[****-]
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[3] DESPARATION ATTACKS
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Flying Barcelona Special \______________________________
Motion: (Charge) Down/Back, Down/Forward, Down/Back,
Up/Fowrard + LK, or HK After Jumping From
wall LP, or HP
The hyper combo version of the flying
Barcelona Attack.
[*----]
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Rolling Izuna Drop \_____________________________
Motion: (Charge) Down/Back, Down/Forward, Down/Back,
Up/Forward, + LK, or HK
After jumping from wall other direction
than Up + LP, or HP near opponent
The hyper combo version of the Izuna drop.
Another useless move.
[*----]
Motion: (Charge) Back, Forward, Back,
Down/Forward + LK, or HK.
The hyper combo version of Scarlet Terror.
Use only to capitalize on your opponent's
recovery. I'm not sure if it's comboable.
[**---]
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Red Impact \___________________________
Motion: (Charge) Back, Forward, Back,
Down/Forward + LP, or HP.
At Level 3.
Vega slashes out with his claw. If it
connects, Vega grabs the opponent and
throws them into the air. When they
land, Vega uses his Claw to stab them
in the back, before they have a chance
to hit the ground. Use to capitalize on
your opponent's recovery, or to counter
a physical attack from a few steps away.
[****-]
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[4] PARTNERING UP VEGA
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Vega should always go last. Use your ratio 1 to get you
charged for a Red Impact, and to weaken the team a little.
These are the only characters that you can pair with Vega
in CvS. Take your pick:
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[5] GENERAL STRATEGIES
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To play Vega most effectively, play a mix-up game. Vega relies
on his speed, and his claw to find the most success, so be sure
to use them to your advantage.
Hit and run, it's that simple. Vega is possibly
the fastest character in this game, and he has
a wall jump, AND the ability to roll backwards
(sort of). If you need a rest, then take a
couple of seconds off, pop out a Scarlet Terror,
or a punch attack of some sort, then get back
to it. Here's a couple of tips:
- The Quick Back Slash is excellent for avoid-
ing grapplers.
- Jump around a lot. Take avantage of the wall
jump, and the super jump. They help Vega to
run from his opponent.
- Go for Red Impact. The damage it does is like
the Shin Shoryuken. Keep in mind that Vega is
not invincible during the start up, but the
priority is pretty good.
Take advantage of the claw. The claw gives Vega
better reach and priority. It plays a big roll
in helping him poke. Anyways:
- Use the LP, and LK in close battles. The MP
in midrange battles, and the HP in Long
range battles.
- Never use the HK unless you're sure it will
connect.
- If you've had some practice, then try combo-
ing, stuff like Scarlet Terror, and Rolling
Crystal Flash after light attacks.
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[6] VS VEGA STRATEGY
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Roll a lot, and look for openings in his defense to attack.
All of his air-borne specials can be countered with either
a roll, or an Anti-Air. If he jumps in nail him with an
anti-air, or roll under him to throw. Also, take advantage
of his slow roll.
The colors chosen with two buttons must be
unlocked. Beat the game once with Vega to
get them available in the "Secret Shop".
They are in slot 10 and cost 200 vs points.
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| --- | PANTS 1/ARM BAND | HAIR | PANTS 2 | SKIN | SHOES | MASK/CLAW | SASH |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| X | Dk. Yellow | Blonde | Dk.Blue | White | Brown | White | Red |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| Y | Yellow | Blonde | Black | White | Brown | White | Red |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| A | Lt. Yellow | Blonde | Green | White | Brown | White | Blue |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| B | Yellow/Orange | Lt.Brown | Black | Pale | Brown | White | Purple |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| X+Y | Whitish Yellow | Lt.Blonde | Red | Light | Brown | White | Purple |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| A+B | Whitish Yellow | Lt.Blonde | Dk.Blue | Light | Brown | White | Purple |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| A+X | Orange | Lt.Brown | Green | Tan | Brown | White | Yellow |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
| B+Y | Orange | Lt.Brown | Dk.Blue | Tan | Brown | White | Yellow |
+-----+------------------+-----------+---------+-------+-------+-----------+--------+
- "Drip.. Drip.. Yum.. Yum.."
- "You are just so.. So UGLY!!"
- "The only thing I believe in is 'beauty'!
Therefore, I don't believe in you!!"
- "I have marked your body so that everyone
will know that you are a loser!"
- "You shall die as you have lived..
sad, weak, and UGLY!"
- "No one can stop my hunger for beauty!"
- "Let the cold blanket of death cover
your eternal sleep."
- "It's time to paint the rest of your
body in RED!"
LP - Light Punch
MP - Medium Punch
HP - Heavy punch
LK - Light kick
MK - Medium kick
HK - Heavy kick
Charge - Hold this button down
(Dreamcast Version)
X - LP
Y - HP
A - LK
B - HK
Usefulness Chart:
* means 1 grade. 1 being the lowest, and
5 being the highest.
[*----] - This move is useless. Avoid.
[**---] - An OK move. You may have to use it in combos anyway.
[***--] - A decent move. Should be used a bit more often.
[****-] - A useful move. Use it whenever situation allows.
[*****] - This move rocks! Use it and abuse it, but don't get
predictable.
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[Apndx. B] GAME BASICS --------------------------------------------------------------
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Dash - Forward, Forward
Back Dash - Back, Back
Super Jump - Tap: Down, Up
Fake Stun - While down, hold LP + HP.
Evasive Roll - X + A, goes through ALL projectiles, and most attacks
Taunt - Start (or LK + Start for DC)
Tech Hit - Forward or Back + any button when being thrown
Charge energy meter (SNK groove) - Press and hold HP + HK.
