Identity: Secret · Race: Human · Affiliation: None
Akuma, known as Gouki in Japan, is a dark martial artist who has mastered the forbidden art of Satsui no Hado. Crossing from the Street Fighter universe, he has appeared in King of Fighters crossover games as a powerful guest fighter feared by many.
Akuma is driven by an unyielding thirst for power and mastery of martial arts. Unlike conventional villains who seek domination, Akuma is obsessed with testing his strength against the most formidable opponents, often to the death. He is stoic, disciplined, and ruthless, upholding a warrior's code while rejecting weakness. He is devoid of compassion and sees relationships as distractions, dedicating his entire existence to honing his skills. His calm exterior conceals explosive aggression, making him an unpredictable and terrifying adversary. In the King of Fighters context, he views powerful fighters such as Kyo, Iori, and Terry as worthy rivals, constantly seeking the ultimate battle to prove his supremacy.
Fans widely regard Akuma as one of the most iconic and fearsome martial arts characters in fighting game history. His crossover presence in King of Fighters titles sparked excitement among fans who appreciated his unmatched power and mysterious aura. Many admire his design, particularly his glowing eyes, demonic aura, and relentless combat style. However, his gameplay reputation as being overpowered has also made him controversial in competitive circles, with some players considering him unfairly strong. Despite this, Akuma remains a fan favorite because he embodies the archetype of the unstoppable warrior consumed by strength. His infamous Raging Demon attack is legendary, making him a character synonymous with fear and respect across the fighting game community.
"Messatsu!"
"Your weakness disgusts me."
"The path of the warrior is absolute."
"To fight is to live. To live is to fight."
Martial arts training, Seeking strong opponents
Gouki abandoned his humanity to master the Satsui no Hado.
Developed the infamous Shun Goku Satsu technique.
Entered crossover universes, facing new rivals in KOF.
Loss of compassion and humanity
Manifestation: Uncontrollable rage and escalation of violence
Dialect: Standard Japanese with archaic tones
Catchphrases: Messatsu!
Speech Patterns: Concise, commanding, and ominous
Gouken - Rival and philosophical opposite
Ryu - Seeks to push him into Satsui no Hado
Ken Masters - Opposes Akuma’s ideology
Kyo Kusanagi - Tests his flame against Akuma’s power
Images represent character appearances.
A dark martial artist who embraced the Satsui no Hado.
The Shun Goku Satsu, also called the Raging Demon.
Yes, in crossover games like Capcom vs. SNK.
Ryu, Gouken, and in KOF, fighters like Kyo and Terry.
The pursuit of ultimate martial power.
He is more of an anti-hero, obsessed with strength rather than domination.