X.C.O.P.Y.



X.C.O.P.Y. is Twelve's third Super Art in the Street Fighter III series. Activated by performing two quarter-circle forward motions and pressing punch, the attack causes Twelve to transform into his opponent, with the use of their moveset (with some exceptions). When he does, the Super Gauge becomes a timer and starts to empty; when it is completely empty, Twelve will transform back.

While Twelve is transformed, the use of the Super Gauge as a timer means that he cannot use any of his opponent's EX specials or Super Arts. However, this is compensated for by the fact that he suffers less damage from his opponent's attacks than they do - about half as much, in fact.

A Taunt performed while Twelve is transformed will continue to have effect after he changes back; for example if he transforms into Q and taunts, he will retain the associated damage reduction after transforming back. However Dudley and Sean's taunts will not throw objects.

Although the opening animation means that Twelve cannot be attacked while he is transforming into his opponent, the same is not true when he is transforming back. In fact if he is attacked while transforming back, he will take more damage than usual; therefore it can be a risky move to use this Super Art. The best way to deal with this drawback is to win before he transforms back.