Overview

Nakoruru is a beloved character from SNK’s Samurai Shodown and The King of Fighters series, renowned as a gentle yet fierce protector of nature. As a young Ainu priestess, she communicates with spirits and wields her falcon Mamahaha in battle. Despite her small frame, Nakoruru’s strength lies in her spiritual powers, swift attacks, and deep compassion for the natural world.

Personality

Nakoruru is kind, humble, and deeply compassionate, always placing nature and others before herself. She carries a strong sense of duty as a guardian of the environment. Despite her gentleness, she can be resolute and unwavering in combat, embodying both grace and fierce conviction.

Netizen Review

Fans admire Nakoruru’s grace, her bond with nature, and her gentle yet resolute spirit in battle.

Famous Quotes

"Mamahaha, lend me your wings!"

— Samurai Shodown

"Nature is crying... I must protect it."

— Samurai Shodown

"The spirits guide me."

— The King of Fighters XIV

"I fight not for glory, but for the world’s balance."

— KOF XV

"Even the smallest life must be protected."

— Samurai Shodown

Hobbies

Nature walks, Playing with animals, Spiritual meditation

Biography

Early Life

Born in Kamui Kotan, Nakoruru was raised in the Ainu tradition, chosen as a priestess at a young age.

Becoming a Guardian

Nakoruru pledged herself to protecting nature, guided by spiritual visions.

Joining the Battle

She entered Samurai Shodown tournaments to stop those who threatened balance and life.

KOF Era

Later appeared in The King of Fighters, bringing her spiritual powers to broader conflicts.

Psychological Profile

Traumatic Events

  • Witnessed destruction of forests by invaders (Age 12)

    Strengthened her resolve to protect nature and deepened her empathy.

Defense Mechanisms

  • Sublimation
  • Humor

Phobias

  • Deforestation Fear: Seeing forests cut down

    Manifestation: Emotional distress and protective aggression

Cultural Context

Ethnicity
Ainu Japanese
Social Class
Middle
Religious Beliefs
Shinto rituals, Animistic traditions
Language Patterns

Dialect: Traditional Japanese with Ainu influence

Catchphrases: Mamahaha, lend me your wings!

Speech Patterns: Polite and reverent, often invoking nature spirits

Relationship Dynamics

  • Rimururu

    Trust
    95%
    Type
    Family
    • Fought alongside her in protecting forests (Trust +10%)
  • Haohmaru

    Trust
    80%
    Type
    Ally
    • Joined forces in major battles (Trust +5%)

Notable Relationships

Who is her younger sister?

Rimururu, who also fights to protect nature.

Who is her animal companion?

Mamahaha, her loyal falcon partner.

Who are her closest allies?

Haohmaru and Galford, fellow Samurai Shodown warriors.

Does she have family ties?

She cherishes her family, especially her bond with Rimururu.

Images represent character appearances.

FAQ

What game did Nakoruru debut in?

Samurai Shodown (1993).

What is Nakoruru’s main weapon?

A short sword called Chichi-ushi.

Who is her companion?

Her falcon, Mamahaha.

What is Nakoruru’s role in KOF?

She fights as a protector of nature and spiritual balance.

What culture is Nakoruru based on?

The indigenous Ainu people of Japan.

Nakoruru Properties - Dashboard