In Third Person

Street Fighter V Ibuki (Aozaki_Kyo) vs. Rashid (jettFTW)

Video August 18, 2016February 4, 2019JettLeave a comment

Aozaki_Kyo immediately caught my eye with his ridiculously high ranking. Then he caught me with a beatdown using an Ibuki that’s less than a week old. Turns out, he’s also known as KusanagiMX, who placed 3rd at Japonawa X only behind Julio Fuentes and Chris Tatarian.

After the initial shock, I would settle down and give him a better fight. However, who knows how scary he could be if he keeps practicing this character. Maybe we’ll cross paths again!

Highlights

Ibuki empties the kunai clip on me in a sweet combo

I keep him locked in the corner until eventually breaking his defenses

Street Fighter V F.A.N.G (skisonic) vs. Rashid (jettFTW)

Video August 10, 2016February 4, 2019JettLeave a comment

Best known for his work as a fighting game commentator and as a top 8 Evo finalist in Tatsunoko vs. Capcom, I just so happened to run into Skisonic in Street Fighter V ranked matches. Check out how I fared against this prevalent fighting game personality!

Countering Throw Mashers in Street Fighter V

August 7, 2016August 4, 2016JettLeave a comment

Over the last few weeks, I’ve noticed an alarming trend in the online Street Fighter V metagame. As soon as one’s opponent gets close, they mash the input for throw. By doing so, they tech an opponent’s throw attempt, throw an opponent whose blocking, or throw an opponent who tries to attack with a slower move.

As simplistic, flawed and as scrubby as this tactic is, tons of players online are using it to great success. Now that I’m playing in platinum league, I see many highly-ranked players online mashing throw every time they sense an up close and personal threat.

I want to see the community grow beyond this stupid gimmick. I’ve been doing my part to blow people up with counters when I see it, but it’s also worth spreading the word on how to counter a throw masher in Street Fighter V.

Tips for Rashid Players in Street Fighter V

August 4, 2016July 3, 2016Jett1 Comment

Rashid is my go-to character in Street Fighter V. While he has a bad reputation among the general player base for his sub-par damage output, he’s a ton of fun to use and a deadly combatant in the right hands. If you’re looking to take a ride on the turbulent winds, maybe these tips will help improve your flight!

Rashid (jettFTW) vs. Rashid (Guasoloco_EC)

Video July 25, 2016February 4, 2019JettLeave a comment

Guasoloco_EC is no joke. He was one of the top El Fuerte players online in Street Fighter IV and we crossed paths in the newest game. Squaring off in the mirror match, he pushed me to the limit!

Match Highlights

Great pressure in the corner by me to end the round

Guasoloco with the clever reset off the forward medium punch

Psychic or lucky? I land the game-ending Crush Counter.

Climbing the Fighting Game Leaderboards

July 17, 2016July 3, 2016JettLeave a comment

Fighting game online leaderboards are not the be-all-end-all measure of a player’s success. For one, there are cheaters out there who will scam their way to the top just to see their names in lights. Also, sitting at the top of any leaderboard doesn’t entitle you to anything when it’s really time to prove your worth at a tournament.

That being said, leaderboard performance matters to me. I use it as a means of not only measuring where I stand against the rest of the world, but measuring my own growth as a player. Furthermore, it acts as motivation to get better, as you can see what lies ahead.

Street Fighter V: Devour Hour

July 14, 2016July 10, 2016Jett1 Comment

When it comes to Street Fighter games, I’m no stranger to exploring the character select screen. While Rashid continues to be my main character in Street Fighter V, I’ve been spending a lot of time lately with Necalli. This ancient warrior who has the power to turn Super Saiyan immediately caught my attention with his animalistic fighting style. He’s not just cool looks though, as I’ve discovered that he’s a capable combatant that can shred his opposition to bits.

My Experience at Red Bull Fight for the 6ix

July 11, 2016July 10, 2016JettLeave a comment

Fight for the 6ix is a series of tournaments taking place in Toronto, Canada. After all four events are over, the top scoring player will get to compete with 15 others from across North America for a spot at the Capcom Cup finals. As much as I would like to earn the right to fight against the likes of Infiltration and Tokido for hundreds of thousands of dollars, but getting #1 in one of the toughest Street Fighter regions in Canada is easier said than done.

Instead, my goal is for this event was to validate the work I’ve done since the Cineplex Canadian Championships. In that sense, did I achieve my goal?

Today, I’ll Be Competing at Red Bull Fight For the 6ix: 2nd Impact!

July 9, 2016July 3, 2016JettLeave a comment

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Coming off of a strong showing at the Cineplex World Gaming Street Fighter V Canadian Championships, I’m ready to fight again at Red Bull Fight for the 6ix: 2nd Impact! This is actually part two of a four-part tournament series taking place in Toronto, where the overall points leader will earn a shot at a spot at the Capcom Cup finals!

Earning a spot in the world finals would be incredible, though that’s probably not realistic for me just yet. At this point, I think it’s more about measuring my growth as a player since the last tournament I competed at. Though that span of time has only been about a month, I feel like I’ve made some meaningful improvements to my game.

Win or lose, I’m excited to be back in the mix! Wish me luck!