Rig is one of the few characters who has good 2-in-1 attacks, also known as natural combos. This means that if the first hit connects, the second hit is nearly impossible to avoid or counter. It’s a tactic that has been used often by competitive players in previous DOA games. Rig has an attack string that starts with a mid kick and ends with either a high attack (that transitions in Flamingo), a safe mid attack, or a low attack that leads into a 2-in-1 and transitions into Flamingo. All three options are safe if blocked, but if the low 2-in-1 is blocked, the next attack is high and comes out so fast the opposing player will automatically remain crouching and evade it. Essentially, the only way to really escape Rig’s offensive pressure in this situation is to block the low attack or sidestep the high attack.
Once Rig enters his Flamingo stance, the mix-ups only become more deadly. He has roughly 20 attacks at his disposal from the Flamingo stance, including a guard break that forces the opponent into a tough situation. The guard break (which can also be used from his normal stance) leaves Rig at enough of an advantage that he can attack long before the opposing character. When used near a wall, Rig gains enough advantage to connect a quick attack and transition into a combo. In open space, if Rig attempts a punch or kick, chances are the opponent won’t be able to beat him out with an attack of their own. If he attempts his launching throw, an opponent’s attack will beat out Rig’s throw, or the throw can be ducked. Of course, if the opponent attempts to duck, Rig can use one of his sit-down stun options to really put the opponent in a tough spot.
