Technical S12 Sheer Counter battle style Difficulty 8/10
Mirio Togata — Sheer Counter
Mirio Togata's Sheer Counter alternate battle style, centered on Sheer Counter with Phantom Smash as the supporting upgrade.
Game plan
How Mirio Togata — Sheer Counter plays
A specialist style whose value depends on timing, setup, and matchup knowledge. Sheer Counter waits in permeation and counter-dashes when attacked. Use Phantom Smash to support that plan, and preserve movement or defensive resources when committing.
Kit overview
Skills and special actions
Alpha
Phantom Smash
Punches out shockwaves and can briefly accelerate while permeating.
Beta
Phantom Rush
Moves underground while punching, then erupts into a ground slam.
Gamma
Sheer Counter
Waits in permeation and counter-dashes when attacked.
Special Action
Permeation
Passes through walls and attacks or warps toward a targeted ally.
What works
Strengths
- Flexible tactical tools
- High outplay potential
Watch for
Weaknesses
- Higher learning curve
- Mistimed setup tools can leave the kit without a clear follow-up
First matches
Beginner notes
- Learn the timing and resource limits of Phantom Smash before committing to long chases.
- Follow the suggested early breakpoints before spending cards on Phantom Rush, the final upgrade priority.