What Makes a Good Combo?

A good combo in Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising isn’t just about flash. It should be easy to perform, safe to use, and reliable in most situations.

Basic Structure

Most simple combos follow this pattern:

• Light attack → Medium attack → Special move
  
  

This chain is easy to remember and helps new players understand timing and spacing. The light attack starts the combo, the medium extends it, and the special move finishes it with damage or position advantage.

Safety and Consistency

Your combo should work from different ranges. Avoid fancy moves that only work at perfect spacing. Also, watch out for specials that leave you open if blocked.

The best combos are the ones you can land in real matches, not just training mode. Later on, you can add Skybound Arts or Super Skybound Arts to end a combo with power, but only if you’re sure it will hit.

Easy Combos for Beginners

Let’s start with some combos that every beginner can learn, regardless of which character they use. These combos are safe, short, and help you build muscle memory.

Combo 1: Basic Light Chain

• Press Light → Light → Special
  
  
• Works with most characters
  
  
• Helps build the habit of canceling into a special
  
  
• Example: Gran’s Light → Light → Reginleiv (fireball)
  
  

This combo is great when you land a poke or catch your opponent with a surprise jab.

Combo 2: Crouching Light Starter

• Crouching Light → Medium → Special
  
  
• Starts low, which helps against standing opponents
  
  
• Useful for mix-ups and fast follow-ups
  
  
• Example: Katalina’s crouch Light → Medium → Frozen Blade
  
  

This combo is fast and works well in pressure situations.

Combo 3: Jump-In to Ground Chain

• Jumping Heavy → Standing Medium → Special
  
  
• Adds more damage with a jump-in
  
  
• Use only when you’re sure the jump will connect
  
  
• Example: Lancelot’s jump Heavy → Medium → Southern Cross
  
  

Jump-ins are risky but rewarding. This combo teaches how to link air and ground moves.

Practice these in short sessions. Aim for consistency, not speed. Repetition builds accuracy and confidence.

Character-Specific Starters (Gran, Katalina, Lancelot)

Let’s break down beginner-friendly combos for three popular characters.

Gran

Gran’s combo: Light → Light → Reginleiv → Skybound Art

• Easy to confirm
  
  
• Reginleiv sets up for the super
  
  
• Works at close range
  
  
• Great for punishing mistakes
  
  

Gran rewards players who stick to the basics and time their hits well.

Katalina

Katalina’s combo: Crouch Light → Medium → Frozen Blade

• Strong zoning and mid-range control
  
  
• Pushes opponent away safely
  
  
• Simple and reliable for newer players
  
  

Her long reach makes this combo excellent in neutral play.

Lancelot

Lancelot’s combo: Jump Light → Crouch Medium → Southern Cross

• Uses speed to catch the opponent off guard
  
  
• Great for applying corner pressure
  
  
• Good starter combo for players who love fast action
  
  

He’s harder to master but a lot of fun once you get used to his pace.

Try these combos in actual games. They teach timing, range awareness, and pressure—all important for improving fast. Want to try them with live feedback? Sign up for a local bracket through the Game Calendar.

How to Practice Combos Properly

Practicing combos the right way will save you hours and help you improve faster.

Use Training Mode Tools

Set the dummy to stand still at first. Then set it to guard after first hit or randomly block. This helps you learn how to react if a combo doesn’t connect fully.

Turn on input display to check your timing. Look at your button presses and make sure they’re clean and not too fast.

Set Small Goals

Don’t try to learn everything at once. Focus on one or two combos at a time. Set goals like landing a combo 10 times in a row or doing it three times in a real match.

Track Your Progress

Use a journal or notes app to record your best combo success rate. Check how often you drop combos in matches. Improving these numbers over time is more important than learning dozens of new strings.

Practice in Quiet, Focused Spaces

Distractions hurt learning. If you want to level up in peace, book a Streamer Room. It’s ideal for uninterrupted practice and recording your progress.

Taking Combos into Matches

Landing combos in training mode is one thing. Doing it during a live match is much harder.

Start with Hit Confirms

A hit confirm means you start a combo only when your first hit connects. This stops you from finishing a combo into a blocked move and getting punished.

Example: Press Light, wait half a second. If it hits, continue with Medium and Special. If it doesn’t, stop and stay safe.

Use Combos Sparingly at First

Don’t try to use combos every time. Pick a few moments in each match to try one. Focus on staying safe and learning spacing.

Play at Casual Events

Casual events give you a chance to test combos in real matches. The Gaming Events in Las Vegas often have beginner-friendly setups and open play sessions. This is where you’ll grow fastest.

You can also use the Game Calendar to plan your practice around upcoming tournaments or meetups.

Combo Confidence Starts Here 

Every pro player started just like you—missing combos and feeling unsure. The secret is repetition, focus, and playing with others.

Start with two or three combos. Practice them in training, then try them in matches. As you gain confidence, add new ones. You’ll get faster, smoother, and more comfortable with each session.

Use HyperX Arena to play against local fighters or book a Streamer Room to train in peace. If you’re ready to level up or just want help getting started, Contact HyperX.

You’re not far from becoming a strong and smart player. Start now—and stick with it.