When the timing doesn't work out, what is your backup fighter to keep Big Blue in the air without losing too much momentum/avoiding failing the level? Mine are Stickobi with Saber Toss, cutting it off after the initial Saber Toss attack, and Steric later on.

In early game I always use Marcstick to gain height and then use the stedro+matt combo. In late game I use Steric to gain height or Sthang to get speed when he is too close to the ground. It's also good for crowd control.

Ooh, Marcstick is tricky to pull off in Lake especially against the toasters. A majority of my runs die there.