How to beat Sheik as King Dedede in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
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Neutral
Unparalleled frame data and power set of Neutral moves.
Sheik mains tend to spam F-air and N-air, which are seemingly unpunishable.
Following F-tilt after shield is one way of dealing some damage.
Sheik’s Neutrals are better than most characters.
However, even a single breakthrough can lead to a win.
Avoid being predictable with ranged moves.
Disadvantage
Sheik lacks good finishers due to her abysmal kill power.
DI-out whenever getting stuck in a combo
Her overall DPS is low — trading blows can often prove beneficial.
Learn to avoid or counter Sheik’s Bouncing Fish with a sword-attack.