2019

Street Fighter

Ken Masters, often referred to as Ken, is a prominent character in the Street Fighter franchise. He first appeared in the original Street Fighter game (1987) as the second player character.

Ken is typically depicted as an American martial artist, known for his fiery spirit, blonde hair, and red gi. He is a close friend and rival to Ryu, with both having trained under the same master, Gouken.

Ken's fighting style is heavily based on Shoryuken-ryu karate, a fictional style that emphasizes powerful strikes and techniques. His signature moves include the Shoryuken (Rising Dragon Fist), Tatsumaki Senpuukyaku (Hurricane Kick), and Hadoken (Surge Fist). His personality is portrayed as flamboyant, confident, and often impulsive, which sets him apart from the more stoic Ryu.