JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R/Josuke Higashikata (Part 8)

Overview

Strategy

Combos

Matchups

Resources

Introduction

This article is about the character from Part 8, JoJolion, primarily known as "Josuke 8". For information about the character from Part 4, Diamond is Unbreakable, see Josuke Higashikata (Part 4).

The primary protagonist of "JoJolion", the eighth part of "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure", Josuke Higashikata 8 is a character who gains momentum by utilizing a variety of powerful okizeme setups. Josuke specializes in strong strike-throw pressure and uses deceptive mobility to start high damage combos that lead to dangerous hard knockdown situations. His playstyle in Stand Off revolves around closing the gap in mid-range and starting his oki setups. "So slippery!" hits low and travels far, making it very effective at catching opponents off guard. Also, while not as good a neutral tool, "Don't mess with me." has invincibility frames allowing Josuke to dash through even multi-hitting projectiles (i.e. Emerald Splash, Narancia's bullets, Risotto's scalpels, etc.). "How to use the bubbles..." is his primary okizeme tool, creating a wall of bubbles that surround Josuke. Using this move after grab or on knockdown greatly limits the opponent's options on wake-up. In Stand-On, his gameplan is focused on applying strong pressure using his long-range normals. S.5H in particular is plus on block, allowing for easy stagger pressure.

• Link Combos: Josuke 8 is able to link from special into normals much more easily than other characters, being able to juggle at both midscreen and in the corner. This leads to him having high damage potential on many hits.

• HHA Combos: Unlinke most characters in the game, Josuke 8 is able to combo after landing HHA, which leads to high damage, impressive meter gain, and an oki setup.

Playstyle

Josuke Higashikata 8 is a Stand character who utilizes his strong pressure and various okizeme setups to keep the opponent guessing.
Pros	Cons
Self Sufficient: Josuke's meter gain is above average (especially in the corner) thanks to most of his moves being multi-hitting. Good Oki: Josuke's 22X can provide a sort of wall of safety after hard knockdown>3H OTG, giving him the chance to attack and start pressure. He also has a great variety of meaty setups. HHA: Josuke's HHA activation has invincible frames so defensive assists can't always interrupt it. It can also lead to a combo after a grounded hit.	Execution: Josuke's combos are very long and somewhat precise (especially in the corner). Calling assist after HHA has strict timing. Needs Meter If not facing the corner, Josuke needs meter in order to start any decent damage combo's.

Stats

Style	Health	Low Health Mode	Hashtag(s)
Stand	1000	Rumble	#ASBR_GAP #ASBR_JSK8

Move List

Stand Off

Normal Moves

5L

5L	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 14 Mid 5 - - - - Josuke raises his knee to do a quick attack. Good range for a light

5M

5M	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 23 Mid - - - - - Josuke throws his leg forward. Decent range

5H

5H	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 37 Mid - - - - - Josuke summons Soft and Wet to throw out a punch. Decent range

2L

2L	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 13 Low - - - - - A crouching chop. Decent range

2M

2M	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 12, 15 Low - - - - - Josuke gets on one hand and kicks the opponent twice as he twirls around. Good range Downs on hit, leads to oki

2H

2H	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 15, 25 Low - - - - - Soft and Wet is summoned to do an uppercut. Mostly combo filler

3H

3H Don't screw with me!	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 28 Low - - - - - Josuke leans forward and stomps on the grounded opponent. OTGs Main starter for oki situations

JL

j.L File:JJASBR Josuke Part 8 jL.png	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 17 Overhead - - - - - An arial knee strike. Can cross up

JM

j.M File:JJASBR Josuke Part 8 jM.png	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 24 Overhead - - - - - Josuke throws his body forward in the air to kick the opponent. Decently active hitbox Can cross up

JH

j.H File:JJASBR Josuke Part 8 jH.png	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 38 Overhead - - - - - Soft and Wet is summoned to kick the opponent midair. Decently active hitbox Crosses up

Special Moves

236X

So slippery! 236L/M/H	Version Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. Light 2*9 Low - - - - - Josuke spins around and hits his opponent in the process. Depending on L/M/H, the range changes. Has the shortest range. Safe on block Medium 2*12 Low - - - - - Has average range. Heavy 2*15 Low - - - - - Has the most range out of every version.

236X-6X

Zero Friction 236L/M/H>6L/M/H

Version Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. Light 20*2 Low - - - - - After spinning, Josuke kicks the opponent down. Depending on L/M/H, the distance the opponent is left at from you changes. Leaves the opponent close by you. Medium 20*2 Low - - - - - Leaves the opponent at an average range from you. Heavy 20*2 Low - - - - - The opponent is knocked back the farthest in this version.

214X

Let me take that from you. 214L/M/H File:JJASBR Josuke Part 8 214X (1).png Light Light Medium Medium Heavy Heavy

Version Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. Light 9*4 Mid - - - - - Josuke throws bubbles at his opponent as a projectile. Depending on L/M/H, the amount of bubbles thrown changes. 4 Bubbles are thrown. Allows you to combo after at specific ranges with 2L, 5M, 2M and 2H. Medium 9*8 Mid - - - - - 8 Bubbles are thrown. Allows you to combo after at specific ranges with 2H Heavy 9*12 Mid - - - - - 11 Bubbles are thrown. Allows you to combo after at specific ranges with 2H

623X

Don't mess with me. 623L/M/H	Version Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. Light 38 Mid - - - - - Josuke weaves forward to deliver a punch that neutralizes the opponent. Depending on L/M/H, the range that Josuke travels changes. All versions are plus on block. Has the shortest range. Medium 40 Mid - - - - - Has average range. Heavy 42 Mid - - - - - Has the furthest range.

22X

How to use the bubbles... 22L/M/H	Version Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. Light 10*6 Mid - - - - - Josuke covers himself with bubbles. Can be flash cancelled the fastest Medium 10*6 Mid - - - - - Can be flash cancelled the second fastest Heavy 10*6 Mid - - - - - Least amount of recovery Primary okizeme tool

Stand On

Normal Moves

Stand 5L

5L	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 15 Mid - - - - - Soft and Wet throws out a jab. Decent range

Stand 5M

5M	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 24 Mid - - - - - A low kick. Decent range Poor hitbox

Stand 5H

5H First Punch First Punch Second Punch Second Punch	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 16, 25 Mid - - - - - Soft and Wet throws out 2 punches. Good range Plus on block

Stand 2L

2L	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 14 Low - - - - - Decent range

Stand 2M

2M	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 23 Low - - - - - Good range

Stand 2H

2H	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 37 Low - - - - - Good range

Stand JL

j.L	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 18 Overhead - - - - - Average range

Stand JM

j.M	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 25 Overhead - - - - - Decent range

Stand JH

j.H First Punch First Punch Second Punch Second Punch	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 18, 20 Overhead - - - - - Good range Hits twice Can cross up

Special Moves

Stand 236X

The hell is your problem?! 236L/M/H	Version Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. Light 5*7, 25 Mid - - - - - Mainly combo filler Medium 5*7, 25 Mid - - - - - Can be used as a pseudo-reversal after being Stylish Guarded Heavy 5*7, 25 Mid - - - - - Can be used as a pseudo-reversal after being Stylish Guarded

Stand 214X

I gotta win this! 214L/M/H	Version Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. Light 55 Mid - - - - - Has the shortest range Mainly combo filler Medium 55 Mid - - - - - Has average range Heavy 55 Mid - - - - - Travels the farthest

Stand 623X

Don't try anything funny! 623L/M/H	Version Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. Light 5*7, 100 Mid - - - - - Josuke and his stand float forward unleashing a barrage of punches ending in a hit-grab. Can float over grounded traps Has the shortest range Medium 5*7, 100 Mid - - - - - Has average range Heavy 5*7, 100 Mid - - - - - Travels the farthest

System Mechanics

Throw

Throw I've taken your friction. 5/4 + Any Two Attack Buttons	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 130 Throw - - - - - Both Throws are identical aside from direction. Leaves the opponent directly in front of Josuke. Can be followed up by 3H OTG.

Assist

Assist So slippery!	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. - Low, Mid - - - - - Assault Assist Stocks: 2 Reversal Assist Stocks: 1 Based on 236H As the first hit is a low, this can be used to set up hard-to-blockable situations.

5S

Stand On/Off 5S Stand On Stand On Stand Off Stand Off	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. - - - - - - - (Un)Summons Soft and Wet, altering Josuke's moveset and abilities.

Heart Heat Attack

I can steal your vision. 236 + Any Two Attack Buttons Can't actually steal your vision. Can't actually steal your vision.	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 190 (30+160) Mid - - 190 - - Josuke sends forth a bubble, stealing the opponent's vision on hit. Can be Flash Cancelled. Crumples on hit during recovery.

Great Heat Attack

Soft and Wet 236L+M+H	Damage Guard Startup Active Recovery Block Adv. Hit Adv. 297 (40+36+3*50+70+1) Mid - - - - - Josuke throws a bubble at the opponent stealing their friction, ending with Soft and Wet throwing out a barrage of punches. Tracks somewhat Can be combo'd from HHA

Costumes

Normal

Normal (Color 1)

Normal (Color 2)

Normal (Color 3)

Normal (Color 4)

Special

Special A (Color 1)

Special A (Color 2)

Special B (Color 1)

Special B (Color 2)

Special C (Color 1)

Special C (Color 2)