Instant Ledge Grab/Snap

Summary

You can instantly grab a ledge while either walking or running off the ledge by immediately fast-falling towards the stage.  This is an essential technique for either quickly positioning yourself to edge-guard from a ledge hang, or to trump opponents hanging on the ledge.

Requirements

None.

How To Perform
  • Walk or run off a ledge.
  • Immediately fast-fall towards the ledge.
  • If performed correctly, character will instantly snap to the ledge.
Uses
  • Trump opponents on the ledge to set up for punishes
  • Quickly assume a defensive edge-guarding position from a ledge hang
Pros & Cons
  • Easy to execute
  • Trumps opponents for punishes or position quickly for ledge-hanging edge guarding
  • Can become predictable/punishable if overused
  • If input is mistaken, can accidentally fast-fall beyond recovery for some characters

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