Last updated: July 2026
Mai — Encounters Smash Battles Champion Guide
Mai champion guide for Encounters Smash Battles. Invisibility zoning, 3500 Gems, and FFA area control.
Mai is the best zoning A-tier champion in Encounters Smash Battles. Black-and-white outfit, stealth knives, and invisibility make her unpredictable in FFA lobbies. Affordable at 3500 Gems with strong edge-guard potential.
Abilities Overview
Basic: Knife strikes with invisibility feints.
Special: Thrown knives with knockback.
Unique: Stealth reposition for ambush angles.
Ultimate: Multi-knife barrage with wide coverage.
FFA & Zoning
Mai excels when three opponents fight each other — pick off damaged players with Special edge guards. Invisibility Unique confuses newer players. Struggles when cornered without Energy for escape.
Compare with Charlemagne ice zoning on our Charlemagne guide.