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well first of all i would say that you should learn the terminology of the game. for Soul Calibur, this can be found here: http://8wayrun.com/calibur/wiki/movelist-input-guide/

after that, you can get a grasp on the basics of the game here: http://8wayrun.com/calibur/threads/the-basics-of-soulcalibur.15258/

though they will come with practice. after that, choose a character your interested, whether you like the character, or think they're fun to play, whatever the reason. and make sure you commit to that character and train hard with them so that you can imrpove.

after that i reccomend that you learn frame data. the frame data for the characters of SCV can be found on the wiki: http://8wayrun.com/calibur/wiki/index/

if you need an explanation of how frame data works and how to use it, i can provide one at the drop of a hat.

after that, i would say go to the soul arena of your chosen character and learn a bit about them: http://8wayrun.com/calibur/categories/soulcalibur-v-soul-arenas.86/

Remember that practice makes perfect and that nothing comes overnight. some of this stuff takes alot of work.

after that i would say go into training mode and practice practice practice until you get the basics down, though you can also train in real matches as well. but if you need to learn specific things, or train yourself to react/counter certain things, then proper utilization of training mode is also essential. i can teach you how to use training mode properly if need be.

Other things you may want to check out would be information on the gameplay system of SCV: http://8wayrun.com/calibur/threads/gameplay-system-info-thread-sc5.10743/

and perhaps biblus's technical jargon compendium may be of aid: http://8wayrun.com/calibur/threads/technical-jargon-the-compendium.13297/

whats more dont be afraid to ask questions. im here if you have anything to ask, but i cant be guaranteed to answer all of your questions simply because i dont know everything. askign questions in your characters Q&A thread can be of great help however.

and dont be afraid to experiment or try new things. half of growing as a player is discovery. plus you may be able to answer some of your own questions that no one else could.

and also, please feel free to use the offline matchmaking threads here: http://8wayrun.com/calibur/forums/the-rest-of-americas.54/

you will find offline competition is the best way to both grow and to test what you've learned. and its a nice social experience besides that.

Other than that, the rest will all come with experience and determination. the more you play, the more you learn and the better you will become.

Not sure, but I was not long ago in that position so maybe I can help.
Hmmm... It's a long story. Basically, play online and learn from others wherever you can. Losing a lot is to be expected so, do what you can to keep morale up... friends/whatever. That and training, learn everything you can about the characters you use and research anything new you see or think of. That's basically what I did.

and if you need anything else, feel free to ask me, another staff member, a fellow player, or the like. i also direct you to some of the more well known ontario players such as Partisan: http://8wayrun.com/calibur/members/scpartisan.4072/

Im sure he can help you in alot of ways including offline competition.

And if you want someone to play online, you need only ask. If you need anything else let me or someone else know.

Wow thanks a lot. That is quite a lot of information to go over. I'll let you know if I got any other questions, this is a big help~.

You're welcome! ^-^

Hey I know it has been a while but I was just looking through various guides (finally got time off) and was wondering what the 22_88 notation means? I think I know but I just want to be on the safe side and ask someone more knowledgeable.
At the moment I am just practicing combos and trying to find a suitable character (in more than one game too~)