KOF: Rise of the King of Fighters

As the opening ceremony of the competition came to a close, the atmosphere gradually heated up, the enthusiasm of the audience was ignited, and the entire venue was immersed in a cacophony of excitement and anticipation.

"Numerous fighters from different places have gathered together, each with their own unique style and skills. On this huge fighting arena, they will showcase their strongest abilities and compete for the championship title in the King of Fighters tournament."

The doors to the various waiting areas slowly opened, and all the participating fighters emerged one after another. Each of them exuded a powerful aura, drawing everyone's attention.

Meanwhile, the commentators for this King of Fighters tournament began providing commentary for each team, giving the audience a deeper understanding of these fighters.

This kind of commentary has continued from '94 to the present and seems to have become a major feature of the King of Fighters tournament.

"The first team to come out of the waiting area is the Japanese team."

This is the team that won the championship in the previous '96 tournament. They are also one of the strongest teams most likely to win this year's championship.

Leading the group is the Noble Prince of Flames—Kyo Kusanagi, the successor of the ancient Kusanagi-ryu martial arts. He can control the ancient and mysterious Kusanagi Flame and is said to be the successor of the Kusanagi Sword, one of the Three Sacred Treasures.

Many of you have probably witnessed Kyo Kusanagi's battles; in the eyes of many viewers, he is the strongest representative...

However, because Kyo Kusanagi is often busy with training, he has not yet successfully completed his studies and has reportedly started repeating a grade. We can also see that he is still wearing the high school uniform of Osaka Castle Middle School…”

Kyo Kusanagi, who was waiting in the waiting area, coughed twice, looking exasperated, his feelings complicated.

"The second member of the Japanese team is Benimaru Nikaido, a superhuman fighter who manipulates electricity and is also a famous Japanese model. He can use fighting techniques that combine electricity with free fighting, and he is also very skilled in agile kicking techniques. He is a fighter who can rival top-class fighters."

The third member is Goro Daimon, a mentor-level figure in the judo world! He is also an Olympic judo champion, and it is rumored that Mr. Daimon can briefly control the power of the earth with his own ki, making him equally powerful…”

When the commentator excitedly described the Japanese team, spittle flying everywhere, the audience cheered.

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"The team coming from waiting area number two is the Hungry Wolf Team!"

The captain is the legendary Wolf—Terry Bogard! One of the legendary fighters of Southtown, a successor of the Eight Extremes Fist, and the champion of the King of Fighters singles tournament. His strength and handsome face are beyond doubt…

Behind him stands his brother, Andy Bogard, one of the inheritors of the Shiranui-ryu ninjutsu. Like his brother, Bogard's looks drive countless girls wild. He's also the boyfriend of the sexy goddess Mai Shiranui, a fact that makes him the enemy of many men…

Another member is the tiger of Muay Thai—Joseph Higashi, a resident champion in Muay Thai, who has participated in various Muay Thai fighting competitions and won countless trophies. His boxing can unleash tornado-like moves…”

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"The Dragon Tigers from the Extreme Style team are coming from the third waiting area!"

The captain is Ryo Sakazaki, the invincible dragon and successor of Karate Kyokugenryu, one of the legendary fighters of South Town, and the champion of the first King of Fighters tournament! He is also known as one of the strongest martial arts fighters, and is rumored to be able to surpass the limits of the human body.

Behind him is Robert Garcia, the sole heir of the Italian Garcia family, a distinguished and prestigious lineage. He is also the second successor of the Kyokugenryu style, the strongest tiger! His kicking skills, just like his title, are stronger than a tiger, so strong that they can even rival Ryo Sakazaki's boxing.

The third member is Yuri Sakazaki, daughter of Kyokugenryu master Takuma Sakazaki and younger sister of Ryo Sakazaki. But don't be fooled by her beautiful and cute appearance. Yuri is also a Kyokugenryu practitioner and a renowned female fighter in South Town; ordinary people can't defeat this young lady.

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"Next, we see team number four. The Fury Team, dispatched by the international mercenary force."

Captain Ralph Jones, a battle-hardened warrior. He is an elite member of an international mercenary group, possessing immense muscular strength and astonishing resilience. He excels in heavy weaponry, and his strength seems capable of destroying trucks.

Standing next to Ralph was Clark Steele, also an ace of the international mercenary force. He was calm and collected, with extensive combat experience, and was skilled in close-quarters grappling and throws. He was a master of skill and strength, making him difficult for opponents to defend against.

The last one is Leona Heidern. Beneath this cold beauty's exterior lies extraordinary combat talent. She is proficient in military assassination techniques and her fighting style is unpredictable and ever-changing...

Let's look forward to their amazing performance in this King of Fighters tournament!

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The commentator's tone became excited when he saw the next team.

"The Superpower Team is coming from waiting area number five!"

Leading the team was the grandmaster of Chinese martial arts—the venerable Zhen Yuanzhai, once the strongest martial arts master and the founder of Drunken Fist. Although Master Zhen is nearly ninety years old, he continues to make many contributions to the fighting world, and it is rumored that he is proficient in all Chinese boxing styles.

He was still leading two apprentices in the competition. One of them was Athena Asamiya, a national idol from Japan, whose heavenly voice is familiar to many. Furthermore, Athena is a mental-type fighter, possessing many unknown and mysterious powers that she has yet to reveal.

Another disciple is the Dragon Boy from China—Kensou, but he has a more resounding title in the fighting world—Baozi Bro! ..."

Standing in the waiting area, Kensou was originally eager to try his hand at the match and was full of anticipation for the upcoming fight.

But the commentator immediately launched into a joke, which instantly ruined Kensou's good mood. He turned bright red with anger, hopping around on the spot and constantly complaining.

"Who is this commentator?! How can they be so rude! Making jokes like that is so disrespectful! And how did my nickname 'Baozi Bro' spread so quickly?!?"

Chin Gentsai and Athena quickly stepped forward to comfort Kensou.

Chin Gentsai gently patted Kensou's shoulder, comforting him, "Kensou... don't be angry. The match is the most important thing. Don't let these little things affect your performance..."

Before Chin Gentsai could finish speaking, Athena suddenly blurted out, "Master, you were just about to use his joke too."

Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuanzhai's face flashed with embarrassment. "Really? You must have misheard!"

"..." Athena smiled bitterly.

"..." Baozi sighed helplessly, "No one else has ever had such a master."

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When the commentator looked at the sixth group of fighters, he became even more excited, as this was his favorite team.

"Entering from waiting area number six is ​​the Women's Fighters Team! The latest Women's Fighters Team is composed of three beautiful women: King, Chizuru Kagura, and Mai Shiranui!"

Chizuru Kagura, heiress to the Kagura Foundation and organizer of the previous King of Fighters tournament, will serve as the captain of the women's fighter team this time. Rumor has it that she can wield the ancient Kagura-style martial arts, whose elegant yet powerful techniques exude a mysterious and noble aura. Her presence is like the bright moon in the night sky, serene and untouchable.

King, a fighter from South Town, is proficient in karate and Muay Thai. Formerly the captain of the women's fighting team, her strength is undeniable. Beneath her striking, androgynous appearance lies a unique beauty, and it seems everyone is eagerly anticipating the moment King dons women's clothing…

Mai Shiranui, the successor of the Shiranui-ryu ninjutsu, possesses both beauty and strength, making her a sexy goddess in the hearts of many men… but once she enters battle, she transforms into deadly flames. She excels in using fire-style ninjutsu and dazzling kicking techniques, her moves unpredictable and impossible to defend against.

Let's look forward to the outstanding performance of the women's combat sports team in this competition!

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"The seventh participating team is the South Korean team..."

The captain is Kim Ka-bum, the youngest grandmaster in Taekwondo and the Phoenix of Justice! Kim Ka-bum's Taekwondo skills are phenomenal; he can unleash powerful techniques directly in mid-air, perfectly combining leg techniques with agility, dazzling like a phoenix in flight. It's unknown who among Kim Ka-bum, Robert, and Benimaru possesses the strongest kicking ability! ...

His apprentices are Chen Guohan and Cai Baojian…

Because apart from Kim Gwan-jang being very strong, the South Korean team's Chang Kuo-han and Choi Bo-gun were not only weak in skill but also had a very slovenly appearance. However, the commentators did not dare to say anything too harsh or ignore them directly, so they could only awkwardly say some nice things.

Kim Jong-un, completely exasperated, stood in the waiting area with a gloomy face, utterly embarrassed. Chang Kuo-han and Choi Bo-gum, on the other hand, found the commentator's commentary so pleasing to the eye and kept grinning foolishly behind Kim Jong-un.

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"The eighth team is the one representing the United States. However, the American team that originally made it to the qualifiers seems to have encountered some unexpected issues, so this time the team representing the United States consists of three completely new members. They are Yashiro, Shermie, and Chris!"

They are a rock band from New York, CYS. Since they received an invitation to the King of Fighters tournament, their skill is undeniable. Let's wait and see!

As the commentator explained, the three members of Yashiro Nanakase emerged from the waiting area. Each of them confidently waved enthusiastically to the audience.

The handsome and tall Yashiro, the sexy and hot Shermie, and the sunny and cute Chris, along with their avant-garde outfits, immediately became the focus of the competition.

"It is indeed the aura of an ordinary person, but..."

Chizuru Kagura, who was in the waiting area of ​​the women's fighter team, secretly used the Yata Mirror to investigate, frowned, and stared at them warily.

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"The ninth team is also a completely new face, a special participating team."

Leading the way was Billy Kane, the adopted son of Geese Howard. His unique nunchaku skills were superb, and his moves were ruthless and impossible to defend against.

The beautiful woman next to her is named Blue Mary. As an excellent private detective, she perfectly combines parrying and grappling techniques, making her fighting style flexible and versatile.

And the last one is Ryuji Yamazaki, a dangerous figure who single-handedly navigates the various mafia factions across America. He was once a figure greatly feared by the Japanese mafia. His ruthless fighting style and formidable strength are chilling. Why did the organizers send him to compete? Perhaps the answer will be revealed during our tournament…”

In the waiting area, Billy's lips curled into a slight, cold smile; Mary elegantly adjusted her hair, her eyes revealing determination; Yamazaki Ryuji smiled sinisterly, standing in the corner with his hands in his pockets.

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"Now, let's welcome the last team to participate..."

The commentator's words drew all the audience's attention to waiting area number ten.

The commentator shouted excitedly, "Coming from waiting area number ten is... Team Legends!"

"Wow—!" The audience gasped in surprise. Immediately, whispers arose among the crowd. They knew that the legendary team was led by Yan Yue, a Chinese fighter from South Town. Yan Yue's performance in the previous competition was still fresh in their minds; had he not encountered the strongest BOSS team, he wouldn't have lost to the Japanese team.

However, quite unusually, Yan Yue was not the one leading the team this time.

As Iori Yagami stepped out first, the audience and fighters gasped in surprise.

"What?! That's Iori Yagami?!"

Kyo Kusanagi, in particular, was completely dumbfounded, his head filled with question marks, "Yagami? Why is that guy in the Legend Team?"

Amidst everyone's surprise and confusion, two people walked out from behind Iori Yagami: Engetsu, who had already blindfolded himself, and Shingo Yabuki, who looked completely bewildered.

After the three stood in position, Engetsu stood in the middle, with Yagami and Shingo on his left and right respectively. Although the three had different temperaments and clothing, an invisible but powerful aura was immediately apparent.

The commentator's voice trembled slightly as he explained, "What an unexpected combination..."

Iori Yagami is in a legendary team! What an incredibly powerful team that is!

Iori Yagami! A successor to the Yagami-ryu ancient martial arts, he is Kyo Kusanagi's strongest enemy and lifelong nemesis, his strength on par with Kyo's. He wields terrifying and powerful purple flames, and his fighting style is exceptionally brutal, as many of the audience may have witnessed. In the previous King of Fighters '96 tournament, Iori Yagami entered the finals with overwhelming strength, but perhaps an unexpected storm caused him to miss the championship. So how will he perform this time? ...

The second member of the legendary team is also one of the top players present! He is also a potential champion.

The Flame Emperor from China—Yan Yue! The core figure of the Legend Team! The third legendary fighter in South Town.

Rumors suggest that Yan Yue's strength has surpassed that of Ryo Sakazaki and Terry Bogard, making him the most powerful fighter in South Town! His strength is also shrouded in mystery; during the previous King of Fighters tournament, Yan Yue briefly displayed his enigmatic golden flames. He single-handedly fought against two bosses, Geese and Big, and even received a title personally endorsed by the Western European Emperor Krauser! Currently, Yan Yue's true strength remains a mystery, and many eagerly await his latest performance.

Third place goes to Shingo Yabuki, whose performance last year was mediocre. However, we can see from Shingo's school uniform that his master is none other than Kyo Kusanagi! This indicates that Shingo has enormous potential, and one day in the future, he may become one of the world's top fighters!

The legendary team is practically a combination of two top-tier fighters and a fighter with immense potential!