Using Sabin's Blitz on keyboard

[chr0nix]

I had the same problem, but I doubt it's the keyboard that's at fault. The instructions on using blitzes are quite vague but I figured it out. To use blitzes, press these buttons in this exact order and DON'T press any extra buttons.

1. Select blitz
2. When the big hand is POINTING at Sabin, then enter your combination (eg. left, right, left)
3. After you enter the combination, the hand should STILL be pointing at Sabin.
4. THEN select Sabin to use the blitz.

The main point is that you enter your combination WHILE the hand is pointing at Sabin, then you select Sabin.

I hope this helps.

Thank you very much, that solved my problem. After doing that once the battle ends and Sabin joins you and your off on your journey!