Character Analysis
(Avoiding Spoilers)
Grew up... Gouken’s student. Ken is the son of a wealthy hotel magnate. However, his father feared he would become spoiled, so young Ken was sent off to train with family friend and mysterious martial arts legend Gouken to become a more humble person.
Living... in America. Although his training abroad was hard at first, it made Ken a better man and earned him a lifelong friend and fighting rival in Gouken’s adopted son, Ryu. At age 23, Ken happily returned to America reborn.
Profession... master martial artist. Ken is one of the most skilled fighters alive, capable of performing spectacular Shotokan karate moves, such as flaming Shoryuken uppercuts and Hadouken energy blasts. He uses these abilities for sport as well as for fighting against evil forces.
Interests… self-improvement. Instead of fighting for domination, Ken trains only so he can become a better person who uses strength to maintain peace.
Relationship Status... married. After coming home, Ken met and fell in love with Eliza, the sister-in-law of fellow World Warrior, Guile. They soon got married and had a child, which almost ended Ken’s fighting career had Eliza not insisted he keep going.
Challenge... winning the World Warrior tournament. Ken wants to test how far his skills and training have progressed. And what better place to find worthy opponents than at the World Warrior Tournament, the gathering of top fighters – even if some combatants have less noble intentions.
Personality... flashy. Unlike his stoic counterpart Ryu, Ken is brash and confident. As he says, “Attack me if you dare, I will crush you!” However, he’s also a just fighter with a good heart who deeply cares about his family and friends.
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Colonel Guile and various other martial arts heroes fight against the tyranny of Dictator M. Bison and his cohorts.
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When a teenager, Chun-Li witnesses the kidnapping of her father by wealthy crime lord M. Bison. When she grows up, she goes into a quest for vengeance and becomes the famous crime-fighter of the Street Fighter universe.
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In Street Fighter, the player takes control of martial artist Ryu, who competes in a worldwide martial arts tournament, spanning five countries and ten opponents. A second player can join in at any time and take control of Ryu's rival, Ken. The player can perform three types of punch and kick attacks, each varying in speed and strength, and three special attacks: the Hadouken, Shoryuken, and Tatsumaki Senpuukyaku.
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The PlayStation Network and Xbox Live Arcade port of Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike.
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They're back and they're badder than ever! Faster, stronger and with all new moves, twelve of the greatest fighters from across the globe are ready to do battle! Choose your champion and get ready for the big brawl as they try to earn the right to battle M. Bison for the title. And just when you think you've mastered it all, crank it up a notch and go TURBO!
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The legendary fighting franchise returns with STREET FIGHTER V. Stunning visuals depict the next generation of World Warriors in unprecedented detail, while exciting and accessible battle mechanics deliver endless fighting fun that both beginners and veterans can enjoy.
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The long awaited dream match-up between the two titans of fighting is here!
