Through Satsui no Hadou, Akuma was forced to give up any compassion he held towards other human beings. In order to learn Shun Goku Satsu, Akuma embraced the principle of Satsui no Hadou or (The Surge of the Intent to Murder/Murderous Intent). Akuma continued Goutetsu's teachings and vowed to use the style as it was intended. Gouken, unable to accept the violent nature of the style, left Goutetsu to begin his own dojo. He also taught Shun Goku Satsu (literally Instant Hell Murder or The Raging Demon), a death technique which, although incredibly powerful, puts the user in considerable danger.Īs the brothers progressed under Goutetsu's tutelage, a dispute arose on the true nature of their style and the path to master it. Goutetsu taught a life-threatening killing art, which incorporates elements of karate, judo, and kempo. 4.3 Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final ChallengersĪkuma and his brother Gouken were students of Goutetsu.4.2 Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix.The character's name change from Gouki to Akuma (the Japanese and American names, respectively) reflects Capcom USA's attempt to accentuate the demonic nature (the word Akuma ( 悪魔, Akuma ?) means demon in Japanese).
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Unlike every other world warrior, Akuma has no Super Meter in Super Street Fighter II Turbo, and therefore, no access to super moves.Ĭapcom USA initially claimed Akuma was possessed by a demon, but this was a fabrication of the American branch, and is not series canon. To compensate for these advantages, Akuma is usually saddled with extremely low stamina. Capcom had stated that the symbol on his back meant "immortal" for Akuma even though there are many different translations.Īkuma has the same moves as Ryu and Ken, only much faster and more damaging. The kanji 'ten' (天) - meaning "sky", "heaven", or "providence" - can be seen on his back when it appears during certain win animations. He has red hair, wears prayer beads around his neck, and wears a black gi (occasionally displayed as blue in artwork). Click here for more information about Akuma's other fighting game appearances.Īkuma (Gouki ( 豪鬼, Gouki ?) in Japan) originally appeared in Super Street Fighter II Turbo as a secret character and hidden boss.
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