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As you begin playing and dive intoMortal Kombat 1, you will encounter several iconic characters making a return as playable options after years. Among them, you will discover there is Havik, whom you’re able to choose to play as, following his appearance on the MK roster from years ago.
With Havik’s return as a playable character, you will discover that he gives some challenges to play as. To master him, understand the mechanics that make him formidable, and explore the best Kameo recommendations for pairing with him. Spend some time to learn all the tips to elevate Havik to a higher level.
Havik Overview
With Havik’s return as a playable character,he provides a limited number of special moves, yet these moves complement each other. This advantage in the fight allowseach move to seamlessly lead to another, serving as openings for combos.
As you get closer to your opponent’s face, you will see that Havik provides pressure on them. Hisspecial moves, even projectiles, will help you apply more pressure.
Even though Havik provides useful projectiles, it’s essential to know when and where to use them. Mastering the perfect combos elevates these projectiles to a whole new level.
Havik Special Moves
Each special move that Havik pulls off becomes crucial as he approaches the opponent. Take the time to master and understand how to execute each special move and determine which one fits best into your combo.
Neoplasm
Back, Forward, 1
This move involvesshooting a neoplasm from Havik’s body, which then spins around him once before being thrown at your opponent.
Enhanced Neoplasm
Back, Forward, 1, Block
Similar to the regular Neoplasm with some differences, this version will spin once around Havik’s body,moving from the back of the screen to appear behind the opponent. It continues to spin once around the opponent’s body until it hits them. This will require one bar of Meter.
Helping Hand
Down, Back, 1
Havik will tear his arm and use it to hit the opponent. When Havik gets a hit, his move undergoes a slight change.
Enhanced Helping Hand
Down, Back, 1, Block
Similar to the regular move, this oneadds armor, and you will use Havik’s arm to hit the opponent overhead, causing them to fall. It requires one bar of Meter.
Blood Bath
Back, Forward, 2
You will see Havik rolling towards the opponent, grabbing them, and thenHavik will tear off his lower jaw, unleashing a spray of blood at the opponent.
Enhanced Blood Bath
Back, Forward, 2, Block
This move requires two bars of Meter to deal the same as a regular move. Additionally,Havik connects to the opponent by a string. Then you have an opportunity touse Corpse Taunt.
Corpse Taunt
you may only use this move after the opponent has been hit by theEnhanced Blood Bath. Then you willsnap the opponent’s neck. Causing them to fall down.
Seeking Neoplasm
Back, Forward, 3
In this move, Havik will tear open his neck,throwing a neoplasm that flies in a zigzag pattern until it hits the opponent.
Enhanced Seeking Neoplasm
Back, Forward, 3, Block
Just like the regular Seeking Neoplasm, but this time,you will throw two projectilesinstead of one. This will require one bar of Meter.
Twisted Torso
Down, Back, 4
Havik literally spins his torso bytearing himself in half, and as his legswalk towards the opponent, he hits them.
Enhanced Twisted Torso
Down, Back, 4, Block
It requires one bar of Meter todeal more damagewhile keeping thesame properties as the regular Twisted Torso.
Theuniversal input labelis useful to avoid confusion. This will help you to implement inputs on various controllers.
Forward = Toward the opponent
Back = Away from the opponent
Havik Tips
When you’re playing as Havik, you must depend on your projectile moves, likeSeeking Neoplasm,to create openings. Use Seeking Neoplasm strategically from a distance, making it tricky for your opponent to dodge.This move can be confusing for them, while you move forward to grab them.
As you approach your opponent’s face, you will have two powerful moves at your disposal,Helping Hand and Twisted Torso. The enhanced version of Twisted Torso can be a big deal, allowing you to deal even more damage.
With Havik,using projectile moves up close can be a more powerful tool, allowing you to extend combos and deal more damage while preventing your opponent from having any chance. For instance, you canbegin with Back, 2, 2, then execute the Neoplasm and further extend it with, Back, 2, 2, 1, 3.
While Havik does have powerful projectile moves, depending on them too much may offer your opponent more opportunities to punish you.
In this game, depending onthe Kameo is crucial, especially for characters like Havik. You will discover that Kameo is the best choice to offer you more opportunities and advantages toextend your damage or pressure your opponents.
For example, you can useCyraxto provide more pressure on your opponents, such as executing,Back, 2, 2 + Kameo + Helping Hand + Jump, 2, 1, 2 + Forward, 1, 2, 2.
When you play as Havik, taking advantage of just one opportunity allows you to inflict formidable damage. So, patiently wait for the perfect moment to prevent your opponent from avoiding the consequences.
Havik Kameo Tips
To choose a Kameo for Havik, you must try each Kameo to find the perfect choice that works for you. The goal of Kameos pairing with Havik is toapply more pressure and create confusion for your opponent. To achieve these goals, consider trying the following recommendations:Cyrax, Sub-Zero,andKano.
Keep in mind that to find the right Kameo that fits your playstyle, you must try each one. Each Kameo offers a solid advantage tailored to complement your playstyle alongside playing as Havik.
Havik Fatalities
When playing as Havik, you have the option to performtwo close-range fatalities. Take some time to familiarize yourself with the inputs for each fatality you want to execute.
