Players who have played the mobile game "The Outliers" should know that its combat system is quite different from typical action mobile games. The combat system in "The Outliers" emphasizes a strong sense of rhythm and judgment. Today, I will share some combat tips for "The Outliers." To truly execute a smooth and flowing combo, understanding the battle mechanics is the first step. This guide will help you systematically understand the core combat mechanics.

At the beginning of a match, many players tend to rush in with normal attacks, which is actually a big mistake. While it's true that [Normal Attacks] can be chained, they must hit the enemy to continue the chain. If the enemy counters with a normal attack, your combo will be interrupted. A more reasonable approach is to first test the positioning, use sidestepping to avoid the enemy's attack angle, and then use the first segment of the normal attack to feel out the situation. If the opponent is hit, you can follow up with the second segment, and then judge whether to continue the combo based on the enemy's reaction, or quickly switch to a skill to suppress them.

Blue-light skills are suitable for interrupting the opponent's normal attacks, especially when the opponent is spamming normal attacks. A blue-light skill can instantly disrupt their rhythm and allow you to follow up with more combos. However, be careful; if the opponent starts defending early, your move will miss, or even be countered. Conversely, if the enemy is using aggressive normal attacks, you should be ready to hold down the defense. Successfully blocking not only significantly reduces damage but also gives you the opportunity to perform a [Defensive Counter], which not only restores Qi but also instantly interrupts the enemy's skill.

In PVE, ultimate skills can be used as crowd-clearing or finishing moves; however, in PVP, missing an ultimate skill can be very costly. Therefore, you need to learn how to "control Qi" and "control the rhythm." After accumulating full Qi, don't immediately use the ultimate skill. First, use normal attacks or sidestepping to force the opponent to use their stamina or evasion. Once you notice that the enemy has used up their skills or evasions, it's the best time to use your ultimate. This is especially important against high-damage characters with high Qi consumption and long cooldowns, where prematurely using an ultimate can be fatal.

Another key point in actual combat is handling the "defensive stance." Many players will hold down the defense to stall for time. In this case, do not try to force normal attacks or skill outputs. Instead, use a close-range normal attack to convert into a [Throw] to break the defense. As long as the distance is right, the system will automatically switch to a throw, throwing the enemy away, breaking their defense, and restoring Qi. When you notice that the enemy has been defending for too long, pretend to reposition and get close, and then use a normal attack to break the defense. Many new players won't react in time, making it easy to catch them off guard.

Additionally, managing stamina during combat is also crucial. Especially after continuous sidestepping or using forced cancel/escape, once your stamina is depleted, you will be left in a vulnerable state, making it easy to be hit by a full combo. In intense battles, it's recommended not to sidestep more than three times consecutively, leaving one stamina bar for extreme dodges or emergency situations. If you really need to quickly disengage, use sidestepping combined with character switching to create a pull, which can both prevent continuous control and disrupt the enemy's output rhythm.
The above are all the combat tips for "The Outliers." Combat is not just about relentless attacking, but a game of rhythm and psychology. Only by reading your opponent, mastering the timing, and flexibly switching between offense and defense can you develop your own style and exert pressure. I hope this guide helps you avoid common pitfalls.