How To Defend Like A PRO In Volleyball Legends

Summary

In this video, the speaker provides a detailed guide on how to defend like a pro in Viball Legends, covering essential strategies for receiving serves and blocking in different modes (2v2, 3v3, and 4v4). Key tips include positioning, reading the server's movements, and handling specific abilities like curve spikes and redirection jumps. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding timing, placement, and adaptability. They also share advanced techniques like baiting, countering spikes, and using the best defensive characters, with a focus on Mia Twins. The video is a comprehensive defense tutorial for players aiming to improve their gameplay.

Takeaways

• 😀 **Defending serves effectively in twos mode**: Split the court into halves and adjust based on the server's position, particularly for curving serves and low-speed characters like Boketo.
• 😀 **In threes, break the court into thirds**: Position the setter in the middle to cover the most common serve targets and potentially be the second touch.
• 😀 **In fours, the setter should not receive serves**: Let the other three players cover the court while the setter stays close to the net, optimizing team positioning.
• 😀 **Watch the server, not the ball**: To predict the serve’s direction, focus on the server's body and jump rather than the ball itself.
• 😀 **Block strategically based on the situation**: Use set blocks for possession, back blocks when close to the net, and normal blocks for high block stat characters or when facing an isolated spiker.
• 😀 **Position yourself behind the white line for backcourt defense**: This allows you to cover more angles and be prepared for fast spikes from the backcourt.
• 😀 **When blocking, cover the cross-shot**: Guard the most likely angle of attack if you’re the one blocking in front of a spiker.
• 😀 **Use preemptive set buttons to receive max spikes**: Characters like Sananu or Boketo often perform instant spikes, and pre-clicking the set button can help with defense.
• 😀 **Steel Block is an essential defensive ability**: Steel Block counters shield breakers and has been buffed to more reliably shoot the ball downwards.
• 😀 **Use rapid-fire counter tips**: Stand closer for serves, counter spikes with precision, and practice out-of-shift lock to improve reach and defense coverage.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The main topic of the video is how to defend like a pro in Viball Legends, with specific focus on techniques for receiving serves, blocking, and defending during gameplay.

What is the recommended strategy for defending serves in 2v2 mode?

In 2v2 mode, it is advised to break the court into halves and position yourself to defend the middle. The player opposite the server should move closer to the middle if the server is on one side to cover potential cross-court serves.

How can you effectively defend against curve spikes?

To defend against curve spikes, you should either play closer to the net (midcourt) or watch the player's ability bar. When the curve spike bar is full, they are likely to use it, and you can move forward in preparation.

What is baiting, and how is it useful for defending?

Baiting is when you position yourself close to your teammate's zone and then quickly move to your side as the server throws the ball up. This strategy can trick the opponent into serving to a specific area. However, it works better on faster characters.

What is the defensive positioning strategy in 3v3 mode?

In 3v3 mode, the court should be split into thirds, with the setter positioned in the middle to handle the second touch. The setter should primarily focus on setting the ball, but can also help with receiving if needed.

How should you approach receiving serves in 4v4 mode?

In 4v4 mode, the setter should not be responsible for receiving serves. The court should still be divided into thirds, and you only need three players to receive serves.

What are the three types of blocks mentioned, and when should you use them?

The three types of blocks are the set block, the back block, and the normal block. The set block is used most often for setting up the ball for offense, the back block is used when the ball is close to the net, and the normal block is ideal for high block stat characters or when the spiker is isolated.

Why is it important to focus on the server rather than the ball when defending serves?

Focusing on the server rather than the ball is important because it allows you to anticipate the direction of the serve based on the server's position and movement. Once the server jumps, they are committed to a direction, giving you an advantage in positioning.

What is a good position for backcourt defense?

For backcourt defense, it's ideal to position yourself just behind the white line. This allows you to react to spikes at various depths and gives you a better chance to reach balls that may be hit past you.

How can you counter spikes from the opponent's side?

To counter spikes, you should tilt back and spike the ball as soon as it reaches you. This requires good timing and can be risky, but if executed well, it can either score an instant point or return the ball to the opponent.