[Games] Way of the Fighter - Technique Packs

Preview of Chi Style Yang Technique Pack from the Kickstarter

Last Updated on 1/31/2018: Updated this entry with technique grids. In Way of the Fighters, you have the ability to adjust how your character plays through selection of 4 Technique Packs. Each character select Technique Packs based on the Style requirements listed on their Character cards. The 30 Technique Packs are divided into 5 Styles: Chi, Fluid, Hard, Soft, and Wrestle. Listed after each action is the type of action and its priority value in parenthesis.

Chi Style Technique Packs

"The Chi style relies on inner spiritual energies to enhance supranormal power and even create energy projectiles. Fighters practice the style under the School of the Dragon, known for its mystical nature and inner focus, Masters of the chi style reduce the options available to their opponent with long range projectile attacks, and use their power to grant themselves a unique edge." - Page 34, Way of the Fighter Rulebook

Ying Pei (3)
Jun (2), Kasi (2), Lumi (2), Ren (2), Tala (2)
Mbiraru (1), Victoria (1), Watanna (1), Candy (1)

Chi Style Technique Packs (Click to Enlarge)

Bombard

Aerial Blast - Blast (6)
Aiming Retreat - Move (6)
Chi Spike - Strike (7)

Spinning Blast - Blast (6)

External

Accelerate - Mode (6)
Concussion Blast - Blast (4)
Point Blank Grab - Grab (5)

Power Slash - Blast (3)

Internal

Chi Displacement - Move (5)
Null Strike - Strike (5)
Rapid Blast - Blast (7)
Shredding Disc - Blast (3)

Wave

Chi Fist - Strike (4)
Chi Ripple - Move (6)

Ground Wave - Blast (6)
Trailing Wave - Blast (6)

Yang

Energy Burst - Blast (4)
Overloading Clasp - Grab (5)
Power Punch - Strike (5)
Surge - Mode (6)

Yin

Astute Kick - Strike (4)
Clarity - Mode (6)
Keen Move - Move (5)
Uncanny Slash - Blast (4)

Fluid Style Technique Packs

"The Fluid style implements tactics which make use of the surrounding environment to maintain distance, gain momentum, or launch surprise attacks. Fighters practice the style under the school of the Snake, known for its cunning and mobility. Masters of the style remain in constant motion, becoming unpredictable, but ready to strike at a moment's notice with grave prejudice." - Page 34, Way of the Fighter Rulebook

Aya (3)
Aurelia (2), Cobalt (2), El Falcon (2), Faris (2), Lumi (2)
Brahm (1), Ranveer (1), Tala (1), Candy (1)

Fluid Style Technique Packs (Click to Enlarge)

Acrobatic

Flexible - Mode (6)
Head Stomp - Strike (8)
Spinal Punch - Strike (7)
Wall Jump - Move (7)

Aerial

Bombshell Punch - Strike (4)
Butterfly Kick - Strike (4)
High Jump - Move (6)
Lightweight - Mode (6)

Fallback

Backflip Strike - Strike (5)
Break Off - Grab (6)
Fallback Dodge - Move (8)
Retreating Kick - Strike (5)

Rush

Axe Kick - Strike (5)
Charge - Move (6)
Frontal Kick - Strike (5)
Shoulder Roll - Move (6)

Slam

Bull Rush - Move (6)
Ramming Punch - Strike (4)
Shoulder Smash - Strike (5)
Slamming Kick - Strike (3)

Velocity

Loaded Punch - Strike (4)
Missile Punch - Strike (6)
Momentum - Mode (6)
Sprint - Move (7)

Hard Style Technique Packs

"The Hard style centers around pressure and strong physical attacks. Fighters practice the style under the school of the Tiger, known for its strength and courage. Masters of the hard style trade caution and planning, for power and massive damage." - Page 34, Way of the Fighter Rulebook

Brahm (3)
Alberdus (2), D'Shaun (2), Faris (2), Ren (2), Watanna (2)
Cobalt (1), Khublai (1), Ranveer (1), ND-2000 (1)

Hard Style Technique Packs (Click to Enlarge)

Brawl

Aggressive Step - Move (5)
Heavy Kick - Strike (4)
Heavy Punch - Strike (5)
Plexus Strike - Strike (5)

Brutal

Brutal Kick - Strike (2)
Brutal Punch - Strike (3)
Finisher - Mode (6)
Shattering Strike - Strike (6)

Knockdown

Shoulder Throw - Grab (5)
Somersault Throw - Grab (5)
Sweeping Kick - Strike (3)
Uppercut - Strike (4)

Overpower

Forceful Blow - Strike (5)
Overwhelm - Mode (6)
Power Rush - Move (6)
Pressing Punch - Strike (6)

Push

Dropkick - Strike (3)
Piston Kick - Strike (2)
Ready Attack - Move (4)
Shoving Kick - Strike (3)

Stun

Head Smash - Grab (6)
Knockout Punch - Strike (5)
Slap Kick - Strike (3)
Wreck - Mode (6)

Soft Style Technique Packs

"The Soft Style strings together a rapid succession of attacks, and generates precise strikes with blinding speed. Fighters practice the style under the school of the Crane, known for its grace, reflexes, and agility. Masters of the soft style fool slower opponents with deadly attacks that rely on muscle memory and amazing hand-eye coordination." - Page 34, Way of the Fighter Rulebook

Victoria (3)
Aurelia (2), D'Shaun (2), Jun (2), Ranveer (2), Severina (2)
Aya (1), Mbiraru (1), Tala (1), Candy (1), ND-2000 (1)

Soft Style Technique Packs (Click to Enlarge)

Assault

Aerial Flurry - Strike (5)
Double Kick - Strike (5)
Swift - Mode (6)
Triple Punch - Strike (4)

Combo

Compounded Strike - Strike (4)
Opening Punch - Strike (7)
Quick Grip - Grab (7)
Side Kick - Strike (6)

Counter

Counter Punch - Strike (6)
Stopping Kick - Strike (5)
Surprise Grab - Grab (5)
Volte Face - Grab (5)

Denial

Disabling Chop - Strike (5)
Opportune Kick - Strike (5)
Reflexive Dodge - Move (8)
Rotating Grab - Grab (7)

Pain

Painful Closer - Strike (5)
Pressure Point Punch - Strike (8)
Ruthless - Mode (6)
Viscious Wristlock - Grab (6)

Precise

Light Kick - Strike (6)
Light Punch - Strike (7)
Sharp - Mode (6)
Sudden Step - Move (7)

Wrestle Style Technique Packs

"The Wrestle style comprises of powerful grappling maneuvers. Fighters practice the style under the school of the Bear, known for its immense stature and endurance. Masters of the wrestle style endure the pain brought about by their opponent's onslaught, while closing in for overpowering throws and debilitating takedowns." - Page 34, Way of the Fighter Rulebook

Khublai (3)
Alberdus (2), El Falcon (2), Kasi (2), Mbiraru (2), Severina (2) Cobalt (1), Watanna (1), Ying Pei (1), ND-2000 (1)

Wrestle Style Technique Packs (Click to Enlarge)

Choke

Confuse - Mode (6)
Sleeper Hold - Grab (7)
Strangling Grasp - Grab (5)
Sucker Punch - Strike (5)

Crush

Bear Hug - Grab (2)
Bell Clap - Strike (3)
Crushing Grasp - Grab (5)
Mighty - Mode (6)

Grapple

Forward Lunge - Move (6)
Intimidation - Mode (6)
Quick Grab - Grab (6)
Solid Grapple - Grab (5)

Lock

Body Lock Takedown - Grab (5)
Crippling Vise - Grab (1)
Hand Claw - Strike (6)
Head Clinch - Grab (5)

Press

Aerial Tackle - Grab (5)
Airborne Drop - Grab (3)
Body Press - Grab (5)
Stomping Kick - Strike (6)

Throw

Catapult Throw - Grab (4)
Ground Slam - Grab (4)
Hurling Punch - Strike (6)
Slingshot Throw - Grab (4)

The rules for the game and card samples were revealed through Way of the Fighter Kickstarter, Benjamin Yamada Twitter Account, and Ninja Division website.