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THE HEAVENLY WARRIOR
It was prophecised that a saviour would arrive to save Nariko's clan from the tyrannical King Bohan. What was not foretold was that it would be a woman. Her birth was heralded as a curse, a swan song for the clan. As Nariko was seen as having brought doom upon the clan, she was shunned by them. Despite this, her father remained hopeful that she would fulfill the prophecy and trained her to be the greatest warrior that he could. She would, along with the rest of the clan, take up arms against Bohan, but when she wielded the Heavenly Sword she greatly improved her ability to wage war at the cost of her own life. Nariko's heavenly abilities make her nearly unstoppable at her best.
Intro
Nariko studied the blade in her hands. She was the wielder of the Heavenly Sword now, although it wasn't what was supposed to happen. Her father, Shen was confident of this fact. "I can't believe it has come to this." He muttered. "But it has happened, and so we must live with it." Nariko looked up. "I may be able to use this sword, but I lack control. I know this, but there is no time to dwell on it." She acknowledged. "Alas, Bohan cares little for this fact. He will not wait. But there simply has to be something done. You must train with the sword, but we cannot provide that. Instead, I am aware of a gathering of warriors as fierce as any of Bohan's that will provide you with adequate training. You must go there and hone your skills." Nariko nodded in understanding. "But who will protect the clan while I and the sword are gone?" She asked. "We will be able to hold off until you return. This training is imperative." Seeing that she could not win the argument. Nariko accepted the proposition. But before she left, she had one question. "What if I fail, and do not come back?" Shen already had his answer. "For you not return would be the same as for you not to go. It is a risk you must take." She turned to leave, ready to master the divine weapon which had been thrust upon her.
Rival Scene
"With every victory I can feel my control over this blade growing stronger and stronger. Soon, I will be in complete control." She was just quick enough to block an incoming attack. Standing to face the aggressor, she could see there were two. The man with the red streak going down his body was the one who had attacked, the child next to him simply watched. "So you would see that this sword belong to someone else I see?" She questioned. "I was merely testing your abilities. It seems what you say is indeed true." He answered. "Strange test." Nariko retalliated. "Skilled or not, it is not the place of a mortal such as yourself to wield such power. I have only seen bad things arise in such situations." Kratos explained. "Me wielding this sword is the difference between life and death. I cannot afford to listen to madmen who would tell me otherwise." Nariko prepared herself to fight. "I cannot let the mistakes of the past repeat themselves! Throw down your weapon or die holding it!" Kratos held the Leviathan Axe in the air, showing off its cryogenic properties. Nariko remained unfazed, flipping the Heavenly Sword several times before assuming a fighting stance.
Outro
Nariko returned far stronger than when she had left. "I presume all went well." Shen questioned as he saw his daughter return. "I am in control of this blade." She answered. "I can confidently say that without me, the sword is nothing. Had I only realized sooner that the sword is merely a sword without a wielder, I may have saved us all valuable time." The two could hear shouting in the distance, no doubt coming from Bohan's men. "We still have time, Nariko. Let us make the most of it." Running out to meet the advancing army, Nariko held the Heavenly Sword high. "This is the moment I was born for. When I wield this sword, evil cannot stand. My people will be free." She muttered to herself as she began to give off a blue aura. "Bohan! You've lost already! I am Nariko, I am your doom!"
Fight Intros
The Art of Battle- Nariko turns around and assumes a guarding stance.
Come Meet My Steel- Nariko jumps down, twirls the Heavenly Sword in one hand and takes out her other blade in her other hand.
I Chose My Own Way- Nariko holds the sword in one hand behind her back, then brings it in front of her and holds it with both.
Divine Strength- Nariko has her back turned as petals fall. She then turns around while spinning the sword, finishing the intro with the sword behind her back.
Victory
Destiny Fulfilled- Nariko rises, pointing both her swords to her sides.
Triumph Of The Ages- Nariko twirls the sword around in her right hand.
Moment Of Victory- Nariko stomps the ground with her right foot.
One With The Sword- Nariko holds the Heavenly Sword, feeling it as it shines.
Defeat
If using 'Destiny Fulfilled'- Nariko stick the Heavenly Sword into the ground and falls over.
If using 'Triumph Of The Ages'- Nariko falls over.
If using 'Moment Of Victory'- Nariko lies on the ground, unmoving.
If using 'One With The Sword'- Nariko turns around in disappointment.
Themes
Battle Themes
To Kill A Fox
Bohan The Raven King
Fearless (Heavenly Sword Ver.)
Twing Twang
Level 3 Theme
Dawn Siege
Victory Themes
Daughter of Shen
Trophy of Heaven
Redemption (Final Wishes)
End Credits Heavenly Sword
Quotes
Upon Selection
"We shall reach the promised land."
"Destiny calls."
"I won't fail you."
Picking Up An Item
"A gift from the gods."
"A fitting remedy."
"I'm counting on it."
"More fury to every blow."
"A welcome surprise."
"Precisely what I required."
"Could this be the answer?"
"Fate has rewarded me."
"I can wield this."
"Thank the heavens."
"I can feel its power."
"I may need this."
"I must savour this."
"Just what I've been seeking."
"Now is the time."
"This shall not be in vain."
"My prayer's heard."
"What's written is true."
Getting a KO
"Another fine trophy of this war."
"Your heart beats no longer!"
"You're trapped like a rat!"
"My enemies fall!"
"Here is your dignified burial."
"Embrace your doom."
"Your end is written."
"Defeat engulfs you."
"Here is your dignified end."
"Ha! You poor little thing."
"My sword shall take your soul!"
"Embrace the afterlife."
"Slaughter!"
"Darkness now consumes you."
"Mercy is mine to give...yours to ask for."
"If only you knew the names I've been given."
"Can no one stand against me?"
"The vultures may collect you now."
"Your end is written."
"No mercy!"
"Another lost in battle."
"Whose next to perish?"
"Keep watch! I am coming for you!"
"Hell's gate awaits you!"
"Pathetic!"
"A lady never boasts."
"The corpses are mounting."
"I've faced monsters far more corrupted."
"The gods frown on you this day."
"Another falls to the sword."
"Whose next to perish?"
"You cannot run forever."
"You haven't the courage to fight me."
"I shall be the last one standing."
"You can't even kill me!"
"Not even the gods can stop me!"
"You do not suffer alone."
"Pray Heaven embraces you."
"That was pitiful."
"The pits of Hell hold no fear for me."
"Your time had come."
"You want style? Come on then!"
"You fall like a leaf."
"The blade has claimed another."
"Sealed the coward's fate."
"Fate engulfs you."
"Slaughter...my enemies full!"
"You're finished."
"Your death was written."
"They say I'm a portent of doom."
"I shall be merciless."
"Agony awaits you!"
"Come on, you coward!"
"You'll make a great trophy."
"Come...test your valor."
"Oh, it's so much better when you're angry."
"Huele a mierda."
Respawning After KO
"Fury burns within me."
"All is not lost."
"Fate has returned me."
"You cowards feel brave?"
"You cannot banish me!"
"Nothing...to fear."
"I cannot be contained!"
"The tide will turn!"
"I...still...stand."
"I shall not hesitate."
"Prepare to be beaten!"
"I shall make the gods tremble!"
"I shall fight for what is mine!"
"The sword has revived me."
"Cross me and perish."
"Come meet my steel."
"My resolve is stronger."
"Ready to unleash hell."
"Prepared for battle."
"You've awoken a beast!"
"One battle at a time."
"My will in unventing"
"I shall not fail."
"Who dares face me?!"
"I still stand."
"Escaped Hell's grasp."
"Cross me and perish."
"It's not too late."
"Risen once again!"
Using Moves
"Quickly!" -Using Level 1.
"Prepare to die!" -Using Level 2.
"My will is unstoppable!" -Using Level 3.
Taunts
That Was Pitiful- Nariko turns her head away from opponents and says "You reek of fear!"
You Haven't The Courage- Nariko shakes her head while asking the rhetorical question "You consider yourself a warrior?!"
Embrace the Afterlife- Nariko points the Heavenly Sword at opponents and says "Your time is at an end."
Costumes
Warrior Garb (Default)
Athena
Shen's Armour
Rocket Animation
Nariko tries shaking off her wrist chains while trying to climb up using her feet. She even tries moving her head.
Moveset
Square- Nariko slashes at opponents with the Heavenly Sword in a multi-hit combo that ends with a kick.
Square (Air)- Nariko performs a two slash combo and then a roundhouse kick.
Square Side- Nariko performs a powerful horizontal slash, then follows it up with two circular slashes.
Square Side (Air)- Nariko performs a heavy slash.
Square Up- Nariko flips while slashing then does an uppercut slash.
Square Up (Air)- Nariko flips while slashing her blades in a circular motion.
Square Down- Nariko does an overhead axe kick, bouncing the opponent off the ground.
Square Down (Air)- Nariko slams the Heavenly Sword into the ground in a powerful overhead slash.
Triangle- Nariko blocks with her swords. If an opponent attacks, Nariko counters with two horizontal slashes. This attack also deflects projectiles.
Triangle (Air)- Same as ground version.
Triangle Side- Nariko swings her blades upwards, knocking debris into opponents faces.
Triangle Side (Air)- Same as ground version.
Triangle Up- Nariko swings her blades upwards, launching opponents into the air.
Triangle Up (Air)- Same as ground version.
Triangle Down- Nariko swings her blades along the ground, dragging opponents towards her.
Triangle Down (Air)- Same as ground version but Nariko's blades travel at a 45 degree angle.
Circle- Nariko does a four hit combo using a palm strike, a knee, a shoulder strike and a second palm strike.
Circle (Air)- Nariko wraps her legs around an opponent punches them twice and then finishes with a palm strike that sends them flying.
Circle Side- Nariko fires a shot from a rocket launcher which detonates on impact.
Circle Side (Air)- Same as ground version.
Circle Up-Nariko tosses a shield forwards that knocks down any opponent it hits.
Circle Up (Air)- Same as ground version.
Circle Down- Nariko slams the ground, causing four giant swords to rise out of the ground.
Circle Down (Air)- Same as ground version.
X (against a wall)- Nariko can wall jump.
X Down (against a wall)- Nariko can slide down a wall.
Grab Side- Nariko flips over her opponent and throws them away.
Grab Up- Nariko knocks the opponent up in the air with a quick swing of her blades, leaps after them and then kicks them away.
Grab Down- Nariko stabs the sword into the ground, flips over it and kicks opponents on her way down.
Level 1
Twing-Twang- Nariko summons Kai who fires a bolt from a crossbow at an exploding barrel.
Level 2
Dawn Siege- Nariko mounts an aimable siege cannon for a few seconds.
Level 3
The Goddess- Nariko attains the powers of a goddess, which gives her a range of creative killing attacks.
Author's Note
While it might make sense to leave Nariko off the list considering she hasn't had a game since 2007 and that was her one and only game. However, this game was the subject of the first ever Zero Punctuation episode and a legacy like that is extremely hard to top. Plus fem!Kratos is a meme which I think All-Stars 2 should carry on.
