Overview

Nightmare Geese is the spectral resurrection of Geese Howard, the feared Southtown crime lord. After his death at the hands of Terry Bogard, his will and hatred were so strong that he returned as a nightmare form, a darker, more powerful embodiment of his martial arts and chi abilities. This incarnation represents both his obsession with dominance and his refusal to rest, making him one of SNK’s most fearsome boss characters.

Personality

Nightmare Geese embodies arrogance, cruelty, and cold authority. His personality is more ruthless than his living counterpart, sharpened by the torment of death. He is calculating yet wrathful, desiring both revenge and domination.

Netizen Review

Fans view Nightmare Geese as one of SNK’s most iconic boss forms, combining menace, style, and difficulty.

Famous Quotes

"Predictable!"

— Battle intro

"You cannot escape from death!"

— Special move finish

"Die forever!"

— Victory quote

"The nightmare never ends."

— Boss encounter

"Weaklings have no right to challenge me!"

— Pre-battle dialogue

Hobbies

Mastering dark chi techniques, Brooding over past defeats

Biography

Rise to Power

Geese Howard establishes himself as Southtown’s most feared crime lord.

Fatal Confrontation

Defeated by Terry Bogard, Geese falls to his death from his tower.

Resurrection

Geese’s hatred and will resurrect him as Nightmare Geese, a spectral embodiment.

Return as a Boss

Appears in dream matches and tournaments as a legendary nightmare boss.

Psychological Profile

Traumatic Events

  • Death by falling from Geese Tower (Age 45)

    Instilled unyielding hatred and refusal to rest in peace

Defense Mechanisms

  • Denial
  • Projection
  • Displacement

Phobias

  • Fear of Irrelevance: Being forgotten or replaced by younger fighters

    Manifestation: Drives him to reappear in dream matches and tournaments

Cultural Context

Ethnicity
American with Japanese martial training influence
Social Class
Noble
Religious Beliefs
Occult practices, Chi rituals
Language Patterns

Dialect: Formal Japanese mixed with English

Catchphrases: Predictable!, Die forever!

Speech Patterns: Commands with sharp, curt delivery

Relationship Dynamics

  • Terry Bogard

    Trust
    5%
    Type
    Rival
    • Defeat and death at Terry’s hands (Trust -10%)
    • Return as Nightmare Geese (Trust -5%)
  • Andy Bogard

    Trust
    10%
    Type
    Rival
    • Defeated by Andy in alternate encounters (Trust -5%)

Notable Relationships

Who is Nightmare Geese’s main rival?

Terry Bogard remains his eternal nemesis.

Does Nightmare Geese have allies?

He is a lone entity with no real allies.

How does he view his past self?

He considers his living self weak for dying so easily.

Does he respect any fighters?

He grudgingly respects skilled warriors, especially Terry.

What drives him?

Obsession with revenge and proving his eternal supremacy.

Images represent character appearances.

FAQ

What is Nightmare Geese?

He is the resurrected form of Geese Howard infused with dark chi.

Is Nightmare Geese canon?

He is considered a dream match and non-canon entity.

Why is he called ‘Nightmare’?

Because he represents Geese’s spirit fueled by hatred after death.

What is his most famous move?

The Raging Storm is his iconic and devastating finisher.

Who usually defeats him?

Terry Bogard remains the symbolic victor against him.

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