Astral/H3X
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Couple of notes: I've found that most players actually try and read that I won't throw a third dtilt after the second one whiffs -- so the third one connects. I guess it's probably a case of "that's such a bad idea there's no way they'll do it", so they expect me to do something else.That's good. You just need to work on not doing the same input too many times in a row when you aren't sure what to do, though. Try not to down tilt more than twice in a row, try not to spam spotdodge since characters with multi-hit attacks can easily punish it, and never backroll repeatedly as an approach. I think you forget about Peach's float when you're looking for a KO and just start running back and forth looking for dash attacks, which only really works with Captain Falcon. You want to get them to make a mistake. Make them think you're approaching with short hops or low float and see if they make a big mistake like going for a dash attack or unsafe aerials.
Also don't be too hasty with your items, I think you threw a Bob-omb and a Mr. Saturn.
Dodging, yeah, I have a tendency to basically use it as a movement option. I do need to stop with it. But the reason I'm spot dodging so much is to try and break my rolling habits. :x
As for float, I specifically didn't use it in this match because, as far as I can tell, I'm particularly vulnerable to Link when ground floating. It's too easy for him to pop off an arrow real quick, catching me off guard and ruining my rhythm, so I tend to use Float defensively with him. Float is good (when mastered) as an offensive option, but I felt the need to stay a bit more defensive against stray arrows.
I do need to start taking advantage of what turnips I pluck, yeah. Usually I'm good about seeing a stich face, but sometimes I feel that they see it just as easily as I do, and usually they do a good job about dodging/blocking it. I guess there's a way to punish that, but I need to get used to thinking about it I guess.Good stuff, friend. Yep, you definitely want to focus on the enemy more than yourself; you already know what you're doing, so watch what they're doing and plan accordingly.
I noticed you relied heavily on rolls as a form of movement, something weaker players often do. Use your dashes more, even walk before you think about just rolling to get to where you want to go. You can jump out of them, but not out of rolls so consider your options. The other issue with rolling is if you abuse them like you did in that match, you'll be punished by stronger players when you're vulnerable. Try to curb the habit and explore other options; you have a float, so try it.
Keep track of what turnips you pull and whether you pulled an item. If you got a Mr. Saturn, bait out a shield and break it. If you got a Bob-omb, try to blow them up but don't be hasty. If you get a stitchface turnip, take advantage of its high knockback to send the opponent flying, and so forth. You tended to haphazardly toss veggies without regard to what they were.
When you're looking for the kill, try to make them come to you in your situations. You're Peach, you don't excel in approaching but in punishing approaches. You're not Falcon; throw some veggies at Link and make him feel like he's not gonna kill unless he gets closer, and then dodge his tactics and punish accordingly. Don't be afraid to wait, you still have 2 minutes on the clock, plenty of time to seal the game. You never know if a lucky veggie is right around the corner, so don't just toss out dash attacks hoping they'll stick.
On that note, floating in and out of their space is something to keep in mind. Fair and bair are good tools to lay on the pressure, as well as dair from above and uair from below. Nair should be your combo breaker in the air and something to hit them off-stage with.
As you get used to seeing what your opponent is doing, try busting out the Toad. He's really strong in this game and a well-placed Toad counter can turn the tables in your favor.
Also, I need to get an actual camera or capture card, your video makes mine look like shit. ;__;
I tend to toad a lot better against C Falcons. I fight a LOT of C Falcons, so maybe that's why I do the dashes a lot lol.
not that they win against his &_&
I will take all of that to heart though.