Dead or Alive 6 Phase 4: 2026 Combat Guide & Advanced Stances

As one of the most complex and rewarding fighters on the roster, mastering dead or alive 6 phase 4 requires a deep understanding of frame data, stance transitions, and high-speed execution. Developed by the sinister organization M.I.S.T., Phase 4 is a cloned weapon created from Kasumi's genetic blueprint. Unlike the original Kasumi, who fights with the noble Mugen Tenshin Ninjutsu style, Phase 4's fighting style is a modified, unstable version of this ninjutsu, characterized by eerie black mist, rapid-fire teleports, and tragic, forced obedience.

In the latest 2026 release of Dead or Alive 6 Last Round, Phase 4 is included as part of the standard 29-character roster. In the original 2019 release, she was locked behind pre-orders or paid DLC, but the current-generation version on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam ensures that all players have access to her full moveset from day one.

As a lightweight class character, Phase 4 has a lighter body weight. In the game's physics engine, lightweight characters are launched higher and remain in the air longer during juggles. This makes her highly vulnerable to max-damage combos if she is caught by a launcher. However, her incredible speed, evasive stances, and teleportation capabilities more than make up for her defensive fragility.

To play Phase 4 effectively, you must master her two signature stances: Chifu and Tenfu. While Kasumi utilizes linear, forward-dashing teleports to close distance, Phase 4 utilizes vertical, horizontal, and multi-directional teleports that can be triggered mid-combo.

The Chifu stance is her primary ground-based transition. It can be accessed after specific strikes by pressing P+K. Out of Chifu, she has access to rapid mid-attacks, high-speed pokes, and evasive retreats. Her most notable option from Chifu is a blazing-fast 7-frame high elbow that leaves her at minus 4 frames on block, making it completely safe from punishment.

The Tenfu stance is her aerial teleportation state. Triggered by inputs like 8K~2P+K or automatic air transitions, Tenfu allows Phase 4 to hover momentarily, descending with dive kicks, aerial strikes, or command air throws.

The defining mechanic of Phase 4's gameplay is the Teleport Cancel. By pressing 2P+K during specific strike strings, she can cancel her recovery frames and instantly teleport to neutral or behind the opponent. However, there is a major caveat: only a select few moves, such as 66K and 66PP, allow her to teleport if the opponent blocks the attack. For almost all other strings, she can only teleport on a successful hit. If her attacks are blocked and you attempt to force a teleport, she will remain stationary and highly unsafe, leaving her open to severe punishment.

Because Phase 4 relies heavily on just-frame (exact frame window) inputs for her teleports on hit, building muscle memory is crucial. Follow this training progression to master her execution.

Phase 4's defensive game is highly active, relying on evasive maneuvers rather than passive blocking. Her absolute best high-crush tool is 2P. At 12 frames of start-up, it is incredibly fast, instantly ducks under high attacks, and is completely safe on block. It should be your primary tool to interrupt aggressive opponents who rely on high-jab pressure.

For tracking opponents who love to sidestep, her go-to tool is 1P. This low-tracking sweep is slow at 16 frames and highly unsafe on block, but on a normal hit, it triggers a massive +16 frame stun. This stun is long enough to guarantee a follow-up strike like 6P or 3P, allowing you to transition directly into your teleport pressure.

Phase 4 also possesses a devastating throw game inherited from Kasumi. Her standard neutral throw does 45 damage and can smash opponents into environmental hazards. Her most powerful throw setup is 66T~T. This two-part combo throw deals high damage and positions Phase 4 directly behind the opponent. Crucially, it leaves her at +10 frames with the opponent back-turned. Because turning around to block requires 5 frames in Dead or Alive 6, this setup gives Phase 4 a functional +15 frame advantage. Any strike that is 14 frames or faster is completely guaranteed and cannot be blocked or held.

Phase 4's combo structures are highly creative, allowing players to weave stances and teleports together to keep opponents guessing. Use the following strategies to maximize your offensive potential.

When you have a full Break Gauge, Phase 4 becomes one of the most terrifying characters in the game. By landing a counter-hit 236T throw, you can launch the opponent, perform a series of stance-cancelled juggles, and trigger her Break Blow (6S+H). By executing a Break Blow Cancel after the first hit, you can leave the opponent in a crumpled state, allowing you to extend the combo further with 33P, BT2P, and a final 236P ender for over 110 damage.

When playing Phase 4, your matchup strategy changes significantly depending on your opponent's character class.

Against heavyweight grapplers like Bass or Bayman, you must play with extreme caution. Because Phase 4 is a lightweight, their high-damage grabs can deplete half of your health bar in a single interaction. Use her superior mobility, vertical teleports, and long-range spacing tools like 7P to keep them at bay, and avoid predictable block-strings that can be easily countered.

Against aggressive rushdown characters like Kasumi or Ayane, focus on defensive high crushes like 2P and parries. Use her Chifu stance to bait out attacks, then punish their recovery frames with her lightning-fast 7-frame elbow.

Against defensive, hold-heavy characters like Leifang or Bayman, rely heavily on your throw game. Since Phase 4's strike strings are highly predictable if you do not cancel them, defensive players will easily hold your attacks. Mix up your offense by canceling your strikes into her 66T~T combo throw to shatter their defensive holds.