In this video by TrueUnderDawgGaming, the recent buffs to Rain in Mortal Kombat 1 are discussed. Rain, a character that was already performing well in tournaments, has received several new attacks and strings that have elevated his gameplay to a godlike level. The video delves into the details of these buffs and explains why Rain has become such a formidable character.
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Key Takeaways:
- Rain has received two brand new strings that are incredibly powerful. Kraken Killer is an advancing mid that launches the opponent for a full combo and has a safe block advantage of -6. Surface Breacher launches the opponent and can be cancelled into Rain’s projectile for extended combos.
- Water Beam, one of Rain’s special moves, can now be cancelled into any other special move, opening up new combo possibilities. The dash cancel for Water Beam is also faster, providing better pressure.
- Rain’s cancels have been greatly improved, allowing for hit confirms and mixups. Back Three, when cancelled, becomes a powerful tool that can be used to continue combos or throw off opponents.
- Several of Rain’s strings and attacks have been improved on hit and block, giving him better pressure and combo potential. This includes the ability to cancel into other special moves for extended combos.
New Combo Extenders:
Rain now has two new combo extenders that greatly enhance his gameplay:
- Kraken Killer: An advancing mid that launches the opponent for a full combo. It has a safe block advantage of -6, making it a low-risk, high-reward string.
- Surface Breacher: Launches the opponent and can be cancelled into Rain’s projectile. It can also be used to continue combos and mix up opponents.
Improved Cancels:
Rain’s cancels have been significantly improved, allowing for hit confirms and mixups:
- Back Three Cancel: When cancelled, Back Three becomes a versatile tool that can be used to continue combos or throw off opponents.
- Water Beam Cancel: Water Beam can now be cancelled into any other special move, expanding Rain’s combo potential. The dash cancel for Water Beam is also faster, providing better pressure.
Enhanced Attacks:
Several of Rain’s attacks have been improved on hit and block, giving him better pressure and combo potential:
- Improved Second Hit: The second hit of certain strings, such as 421, is now better on hit, allowing for extended combos and launches.
- Water Beam Cancel: Water Beam can now be cancelled into any other special move, expanding Rain’s combo potential. The dash cancel for Water Beam is also faster, providing better pressure.
Rain’s buffs in Mortal Kombat 1 have elevated him to a godlike status. With his new strings, cancels, and improved attacks, Rain has become a formidable character in the game. These updates have provided Rain players with new combo options, mixup potential, and increased pressure. If you’re a Rain main, be sure to take advantage of these buffs and explore the full potential of this powerful character.
