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A '''backdash''' is a backwards step performed with two back-directional inputs (notation b,b). It allows a character to quickly retreat whilst blocking high and middle [[Attack|attacks]].
A '''backdash''' (input b~n~b) moves backwards quickly, creating space between the opponent to make it more likely their [[attack]]s will whiff. The full duration of a backdash maintains standing [[guard]], and the backdash can be cancelled at any time by any other [[move]], making it a low risk option.
 
It's not possible to do more than one backdash in a row by pressing b,b repeatedly. The first backdash has to finish completely before another can be done, which takes a long time. Instead, to create more space than a single backdash does, you have to do a [[backdash cancel]].
 
== Buffering ==
 
Backdashes can't be fully [[input buffer|buffered]], so doing a backdash out of a blockstun or hitstun requires good timing. The first b can be buffered, but the second one must be input after you've recovered. From [[crouch]], an extra frame is needed (see [[crouch cancel]]). Getting this timing right can make a huge difference in a lot of [[pressure]] situations.
 
Because they can't be buffered, trying to backdash at a heavy [[frame disadvantage]] can be risky without precise input. If for example you try and backdash at -9, but you mistime your backdash by a single frame, you can get hit by i10 attacks. This is why sometimes people do [[jab string]]s even at +9—they might catch you lacking.
 
== Variation between characters ==
 
Different characters cover more total space than others with their '''backdash''', while some characters pull back faster while covering less distance. The character with the best backdash in terms of distance moved in ''Tekken 8'' is {{fl|Dragunov}}, and the worst is {{fl|King}}. The exact amount of evasiveness a backdash grants also depends on the position of a character's hurtboxes, so there are some [[mixup]]s that King is able to avoid with a backdash while others with a traditionally longer backdash cannot.
 
== External links ==
 
* [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/e/2PACX-1vT6AfOUmjJNgr8h5jVu6_vLJdBqplFVAbjvOJQ3lbMDzThL8HkbzyAEiIcJT9qnXiSUtUNKO90z8h_n/pubhtml# Backdash length chart for each character (''Tekken 8'')]
* [https://cthor.me/Backdashes Backdash length chart for each character (''Tekken 7'')]
 
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A backdash (input b~n~b) moves backwards quickly, creating space between the opponent to make it more likely their attacks will whiff. The full duration of a backdash maintains standing guard, and the backdash can be cancelled at any time by any other move, making it a low risk option.

It's not possible to do more than one backdash in a row by pressing b,b repeatedly. The first backdash has to finish completely before another can be done, which takes a long time. Instead, to create more space than a single backdash does, you have to do a backdash cancel.

Buffering

Backdashes can't be fully buffered, so doing a backdash out of a blockstun or hitstun requires good timing. The first b can be buffered, but the second one must be input after you've recovered. From crouch, an extra frame is needed (see crouch cancel). Getting this timing right can make a huge difference in a lot of pressure situations.

Because they can't be buffered, trying to backdash at a heavy frame disadvantage can be risky without precise input. If for example you try and backdash at -9, but you mistime your backdash by a single frame, you can get hit by i10 attacks. This is why sometimes people do jab strings even at +9—they might catch you lacking.

Variation between characters

Different characters cover more total space than others with their backdash, while some characters pull back faster while covering less distance. The character with the best backdash in terms of distance moved in Tekken 8 is Dragunov, and the worst is King. The exact amount of evasiveness a backdash grants also depends on the position of a character's hurtboxes, so there are some mixups that King is able to avoid with a backdash while others with a traditionally longer backdash cannot.

External links