SNK vs Capcom: The Contestants
"This is Amanda Guides of WGPN reporting live from the Japanese registration grounds for the latest, and possibly the greatest, Martial arts tournament of this and any century! Dozens of warriors considering themselves to be the world's strongest fighters have come to put their hat in the ring, for the chance to be considered the KING of FIGHTERS!"
"The last King of Fighters Tournament was held in 97, sponsored by Dance Group New Face. After an ordeal broke out with a supposed Meta-human Dubbed "Orochi," the mysterious fighter was soundly defeated by the teamed effort of the tournament's best known rivals, Iori of the wealthy Yagami Clan in Japan, and one Kyo Kusanagi."
"Due to this unusual team-up spearheaded by Shinto Priestess and Chizuru head, Chizuru Kagura, the trio managed to be crowned the victors after besting the Orochi."
"After the last tournament, all fighters went their separate ways; some wishing the others best farewells, while some vowing to train more in preparedness of the next tournament, and some showing indifference towards the other fighters. Kyo and Iori both vowed during the latter's recovery, that next time they met there would be a time to settle long time feuds."
"The last financial backing of the tournament in place by New Face was pulled, and no other sponsors came forward to help back future tournaments. But just recently, news got around, albeit rather quickly, that the KOF tourney had received a new investor. No doubt you've seen the ad running in over 30 different languages in over 80 different countries around the globe. Contestants from as far as Australia have come to partake in this grand event, some seeming like from even farther beyond..."
"So far the fighter's tally is enormous upon the rather abrupt opening day of the registration process. Many returning from year's past, ready to see how the measure up against their old foes and new ones; such as many contestants from the lesser prestigious yet just as spectacular Street Fighter Tournament, and still new opponents that are just for the first time appearing in public tournaments. We hope to....here's one now!"
"Hello Sir, you wouldn't happen to be Robert Garcia? The Robert Garcia who helped Ryo Sakazaki defeat known crime lord Mr. Big several years ago?"
"The one and only" Robert tuged confidently upon his shirt collar in self-pride.
"What do you think of these new rules in this latest King of Fighters Tournament? I mean, how do you feel about this new addition of what has been titled as a 'striker'?"
"Hey, sounds like a good idea to me, not that I need anyone to watch my back for me, hmph."
"Well, I hope your teammates share your confidence. Speaking of which, will you be returning with your old team? I believe you were called the Art of Fighting Team?"
"Well, it's kinda hard to say, the only one I have gotten to commit is King. She's a tough lady and knows her way around a fight. As for who the other teammates will be, well, you'll find out soon enough."
"Thank you Mr. Garcia for your time."
"Eh, don't mention it."
"That was Robert Garcia for you folks just tuning in. The pace here seems a bit hectic, but we hope to bring you more one on ones with other participating fighters later. Amanda Guides once again reporting live."
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The gravity of the situation weighed heavily upon the ancient skilled martial arts master and the trio of powerful ladies. Chizuru was the first to break the silence.
"Miss, um, Rose? You had mentioned Rugal to me upon our meeting? You still have yet to state what place he has in all this, and how you would know he still lives."
Rose lightly jerked as if being awakened from a daydream and responded to the young lady, "The serpent in my premonition, I wasn't able to decipher for sure it depicted the original Orochi, Rugal, or perhaps even another threat. But then Ms. Asamiya confirmed my dreams, and added more than such that I was able to recall."
"Yes, she left out some things, like that the serpent was twisted into a symbol, the one that Rugal wore on his back after gaining the power of the Orochi."
"The symbol of Omega, a symbol of finality," confirmed Gen.
Athena continued, "There are some other elements I had not quite understood their meaning, like a bright sun illuminating them all. Like it was giving them it's power and reinforcing them."
"But Athena, I thought you were suffering from not having any dreams?"
"I am, that was the last vision allowed to me, almost as if it were some sort of taunt, letting me know what it wanted me to know, but not enough to know what to do with what I know."
"Well, where do we start? Where is it we shall begin to investigate," Chizuru questioned.
Gen nodded as if he had the answer and picked up the morning newspaper, "Our answer just arrived, while you and Rose were resting from your journey. Apparently a new King of the Fighters Tournament has arose almost overnight."
"Another King of Fighters Tournament? But who's backing it? I thought my corporation was to be the last to support it after New Face," asked Chizuru.
"Well, it doesn't say much about it, other than the person running it this year has an outstanding fortune. He or she has spent already double the amount in advertising it than any of the previous tournaments had. If the answer is to be found, I would go back to the roots of it all."
"Makes sense," replied Rose. "Also I must mention that they had not just singled out former King of Fighter participants, they also call for those from previous Street Fighter matches as well. This is well enough to know realize that there is a larger element to all of this," the old man finished.
"Well, I guess our first act of business will be to enter the tournament ourselves in order to get more information," said Rose, as she received the newspaper from Gen.
"That we shall," said Gen in a calmly voice.
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"Donna Choi reporting from Europe, Champaign, France to be exact, where another office for King of Fighters registrations just opened up. Only 3 hours since it has begun to take entrees, and there have already been scuffles threatening to break out, back to Samuel with the film."
"Thanks Donna. Once again here is the film from earlier where a fight had almost begun between an Andy Bogard and renowned Marital arts tournament champion Ken Masters...."
Andy: Don't you have ANY manners? How DARE you touch her like that!!
Ken: "I SWEAR it was an accident. I didn't mean to..."
Andy: If I EVER catch you going near her again I'll...
Ken: You'll what?
::Mai runs between them and forces her back against Andy to separate the two::
Mai: Andy, all you've managed to do is embarrass me so far, if he didn't mean to, he didn't....
Andy: Mai out of the way!
::Andy gently shoves Mai aside and winds up for an attack, right before he was tackled by his Brother Terry Bogard, while Ken is calmed by his wife Eliza::
Terry: Andy, save it for the ring, huh?
"Well, folks, it almost looked like we were going to get a sample of what will be coming up in the oncoming weeks. Stay tuned for more info as we come by it"
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Iori waited impatiently for his host to return. Finally, Demitri returned with a sharp grin upon his face. "I assume you saw the news and decided upon it, yes?"
Iori cocked his head and rose his chin a bit, "Then I guess all there is left for us to do is head to France to register."
"Heh, I guess we shall do that at once then."
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"Ardine Casinov, hailing from the Los Angeles Convention Center in Southern California, where multitudes of toughguys and girls line up eagerly to get themselves inducted into the latest installment of the King of Fighters Tournament. Registration will continue for a week now until the tournament starts. Late entries will be allowed up to a certain point, but will be penalized depending upon the amount of time they have allotted."
"Some of the confirmed locations the matches are being held are as follows; Choppers Square in Saudi Arabia, Mexico University in Mexico City, Nyugen Temple in Japan, Lackland Air Force Base here in the United States, Quebec Canada, Berlin Germany, an unnamed location in Siberia, Australian outback, and many more locations to be named in the near future. Be right with us, as we continue to bring you the best coverage of the famous King of Fighters Tournament."
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The tall African sits in a dark room, scanning various news reports and smiles. This is working out so much better than he expected. Things are absolutely moving along.
"Senior."
The Nigerian slightly turns his head to the sound of Vega's voice, "Yes, what may I do for you?"
"Sir, it appears that almos all predicted contestants have signed up, though there are a few that we are still waiting on."
"If they are not found attending, I want them to be found, eventually."
A bit puzzled, Vega replied, "S-sir?"
"No need to constantly call me 'sir', it's beginning to become tedious. Please refer to me by my name. Anansi........"
"This is Amanda Guides of WGPN reporting live from the Japanese registration grounds for the latest, and possibly the greatest, Martial arts tournament of this and any century! Dozens of warriors considering themselves to be the world's strongest fighters have come to put their hat in the ring, for the chance to be considered the KING of FIGHTERS!"
"The last King of Fighters Tournament was held in 97, sponsored by Dance Group New Face. After an ordeal broke out with a supposed Meta-human Dubbed "Orochi," the mysterious fighter was soundly defeated by the teamed effort of the tournament's best known rivals, Iori of the wealthy Yagami Clan in Japan, and one Kyo Kusanagi."
"Due to this unusual team-up spearheaded by Shinto Priestess and Chizuru head, Chizuru Kagura, the trio managed to be crowned the victors after besting the Orochi."
"After the last tournament, all fighters went their separate ways; some wishing the others best farewells, while some vowing to train more in preparedness of the next tournament, and some showing indifference towards the other fighters. Kyo and Iori both vowed during the latter's recovery, that next time they met there would be a time to settle long time feuds."
"The last financial backing of the tournament in place by New Face was pulled, and no other sponsors came forward to help back future tournaments. But just recently, news got around, albeit rather quickly, that the KOF tourney had received a new investor. No doubt you've seen the ad running in over 30 different languages in over 80 different countries around the globe. Contestants from as far as Australia have come to partake in this grand event, some seeming like from even farther beyond..."
"So far the fighter's tally is enormous upon the rather abrupt opening day of the registration process. Many returning from year's past, ready to see how the measure up against their old foes and new ones; such as many contestants from the lesser prestigious yet just as spectacular Street Fighter Tournament, and still new opponents that are just for the first time appearing in public tournaments. We hope to....here's one now!"
"Hello Sir, you wouldn't happen to be Robert Garcia? The Robert Garcia who helped Ryo Sakazaki defeat known crime lord Mr. Big several years ago?"
"The one and only" Robert tuged confidently upon his shirt collar in self-pride.
"What do you think of these new rules in this latest King of Fighters Tournament? I mean, how do you feel about this new addition of what has been titled as a 'striker'?"
"Hey, sounds like a good idea to me, not that I need anyone to watch my back for me, hmph."
"Well, I hope your teammates share your confidence. Speaking of which, will you be returning with your old team? I believe you were called the Art of Fighting Team?"
"Well, it's kinda hard to say, the only one I have gotten to commit is King. She's a tough lady and knows her way around a fight. As for who the other teammates will be, well, you'll find out soon enough."
"Thank you Mr. Garcia for your time."
"Eh, don't mention it."
"That was Robert Garcia for you folks just tuning in. The pace here seems a bit hectic, but we hope to bring you more one on ones with other participating fighters later. Amanda Guides once again reporting live."
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The gravity of the situation weighed heavily upon the ancient skilled martial arts master and the trio of powerful ladies. Chizuru was the first to break the silence.
"Miss, um, Rose? You had mentioned Rugal to me upon our meeting? You still have yet to state what place he has in all this, and how you would know he still lives."
Rose lightly jerked as if being awakened from a daydream and responded to the young lady, "The serpent in my premonition, I wasn't able to decipher for sure it depicted the original Orochi, Rugal, or perhaps even another threat. But then Ms. Asamiya confirmed my dreams, and added more than such that I was able to recall."
"Yes, she left out some things, like that the serpent was twisted into a symbol, the one that Rugal wore on his back after gaining the power of the Orochi."
"The symbol of Omega, a symbol of finality," confirmed Gen.
Athena continued, "There are some other elements I had not quite understood their meaning, like a bright sun illuminating them all. Like it was giving them it's power and reinforcing them."
"But Athena, I thought you were suffering from not having any dreams?"
"I am, that was the last vision allowed to me, almost as if it were some sort of taunt, letting me know what it wanted me to know, but not enough to know what to do with what I know."
"Well, where do we start? Where is it we shall begin to investigate," Chizuru questioned.
Gen nodded as if he had the answer and picked up the morning newspaper, "Our answer just arrived, while you and Rose were resting from your journey. Apparently a new King of the Fighters Tournament has arose almost overnight."
"Another King of Fighters Tournament? But who's backing it? I thought my corporation was to be the last to support it after New Face," asked Chizuru.
"Well, it doesn't say much about it, other than the person running it this year has an outstanding fortune. He or she has spent already double the amount in advertising it than any of the previous tournaments had. If the answer is to be found, I would go back to the roots of it all."
"Makes sense," replied Rose. "Also I must mention that they had not just singled out former King of Fighter participants, they also call for those from previous Street Fighter matches as well. This is well enough to know realize that there is a larger element to all of this," the old man finished.
"Well, I guess our first act of business will be to enter the tournament ourselves in order to get more information," said Rose, as she received the newspaper from Gen.
"That we shall," said Gen in a calmly voice.
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"Donna Choi reporting from Europe, Champaign, France to be exact, where another office for King of Fighters registrations just opened up. Only 3 hours since it has begun to take entrees, and there have already been scuffles threatening to break out, back to Samuel with the film."
"Thanks Donna. Once again here is the film from earlier where a fight had almost begun between an Andy Bogard and renowned Marital arts tournament champion Ken Masters...."
Andy: Don't you have ANY manners? How DARE you touch her like that!!
Ken: "I SWEAR it was an accident. I didn't mean to..."
Andy: If I EVER catch you going near her again I'll...
Ken: You'll what?
::Mai runs between them and forces her back against Andy to separate the two::
Mai: Andy, all you've managed to do is embarrass me so far, if he didn't mean to, he didn't....
Andy: Mai out of the way!
::Andy gently shoves Mai aside and winds up for an attack, right before he was tackled by his Brother Terry Bogard, while Ken is calmed by his wife Eliza::
Terry: Andy, save it for the ring, huh?
"Well, folks, it almost looked like we were going to get a sample of what will be coming up in the oncoming weeks. Stay tuned for more info as we come by it"
_________________________________
Iori waited impatiently for his host to return. Finally, Demitri returned with a sharp grin upon his face. "I assume you saw the news and decided upon it, yes?"
Iori cocked his head and rose his chin a bit, "Then I guess all there is left for us to do is head to France to register."
"Heh, I guess we shall do that at once then."
_________________________________
"Ardine Casinov, hailing from the Los Angeles Convention Center in Southern California, where multitudes of toughguys and girls line up eagerly to get themselves inducted into the latest installment of the King of Fighters Tournament. Registration will continue for a week now until the tournament starts. Late entries will be allowed up to a certain point, but will be penalized depending upon the amount of time they have allotted."
"Some of the confirmed locations the matches are being held are as follows; Choppers Square in Saudi Arabia, Mexico University in Mexico City, Nyugen Temple in Japan, Lackland Air Force Base here in the United States, Quebec Canada, Berlin Germany, an unnamed location in Siberia, Australian outback, and many more locations to be named in the near future. Be right with us, as we continue to bring you the best coverage of the famous King of Fighters Tournament."
_________________________________
The tall African sits in a dark room, scanning various news reports and smiles. This is working out so much better than he expected. Things are absolutely moving along.
"Senior."
The Nigerian slightly turns his head to the sound of Vega's voice, "Yes, what may I do for you?"
"Sir, it appears that almos all predicted contestants have signed up, though there are a few that we are still waiting on."
"If they are not found attending, I want them to be found, eventually."
A bit puzzled, Vega replied, "S-sir?"
"No need to constantly call me 'sir', it's beginning to become tedious. Please refer to me by my name. Anansi........"