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Secret Hugo/Q Wall Bounce SA1 Combo for Necro

Discover a tricky, 1-frame Necro combo in SF3: Third Strike that works exclusively against Hugo and Q! A surprising Snake Fang trip.


Get ready for some obscure Necro tech! This isn't your everyday combo; it's a fun, niche sequence in Street Fighter 3: Third Strike that only the most dedicated Necro players might stumble upon. Prepare to surprise your Hugo and Q opponents with this unexpected wall bounce into Snake Fang!

The Secret Necro Wall Bounce Snake Fang Combo (Hugo & Q Only!)

This peculiar combo relies on a specific interaction with Hugo and Q after they're hit by LP hook near the corner. Due to what seems to be their unique hitboxes and prolonged air time after the wall bounce, they can be caught by Necro's Snake Fang in a very specific way:

  1. Start with any attack that combos into LP hook (e.g., a crouching light kick).
  2. Execute LP hook near the corner, causing the opponent (Hugo or Q) to bounce off the wall.
  3. Immediately follow up with Snake Fang (any button).

The magic here is that Hugo and Q remain airborne just long enough, and their hitboxes stay active, allowing them to fall directly onto the hitbox of the Snake Fang. This results in a surprising trip across the screen!

Why Does This Only Work on Hugo and Q?

There appear to be two main reasons for this character-specific interaction:

  • Extended Air Time: After being hit by the LP hook and bouncing off the wall, Hugo and Q seem to stay in the air for a fraction longer compared to the rest of the cast.
  • Persistent Hitboxes: Their hitboxes also appear to remain active for a longer duration while they are airborne after the wall bounce.

These two factors combine perfectly, allowing the opponent to land squarely on the Snake Fang's hitbox.

Alternative Follow-Ups

While the Snake Fang is arguably the most stylish way to capitalize on this wall bounce, you can also trip them with other reaching attacks like HK or d.HK. However, the LP hook into Snake Fang is definitely the most satisfying and unexpected!

And yes, you read that right – this is a tight 1 frame combo! 🙄

Have you ever discovered this quirky Necro interaction? Share your experiences and any other unique Necro tech you've found in the comments below!