Mario has a significant advantage in this matchup due to his superior range and ability to pressure Ken's slower, more predictable attacks. Focus on using your long-range moves to keep Ken at bay while punishing his whiffed combos. Your faster recovery and better ledge options allow you to safely escape his grab-heavy game plan.

• Use your long-range forward air to punish Ken's slow forward smash and jab, as he struggles to block or dodge it effectively.
• Spam your neutral air to interrupt Ken's combo strings, as his recovery is slower and he cannot easily escape your juggle.
• Utilize your fast dash attack to close the gap quickly and grab Ken before he can set up his defensive game plan.
• Be cautious of Ken's grab, as it can lead to a strong combo; use your shield to block it or bait it out with a quick dash attack.
• Ledge out early and often, as Ken's recovery is slower and he cannot easily follow you up with his aerials.
• Use your long-range up smash to punish Ken's low-profile attacks, as he cannot easily block or dodge it effectively.

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