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Hwoarang
Origin	South Korea
Voiced By	Jung Goo Lee (T4) Sang Hyeon Uhm (T5&T6)
Fighting Style	Taekwondo
Age	19 (T3) 21 (T4&T5)
Blood Type	O
Height	181 cm (6'0")
Weight	68 kg (150 lbs)
Occupation	Leader of a street brawler gang (T3), Soldier (T4, went AWOL to participate)
Hobby	Yachting (good at all sports)
Likes	Rock music, his mentor, street fighting
Dislikes	Jin Kazama/Devil Jin, Mishima Style Fighting Karate

Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 Trivia 2 Story 2.1 Tekken 3 2.1.1 Manual Version 2.1.2 Official Version 2.1.3 Ending Animation "Rival" 2.2 Tekken Tag Tournament 2.2.1 Ending Animation 2.3 Tekken 4 2.3.1 Ending Animation "Fin Hwoarang" 2.4 Tekken 5 2.4.1 Tekken 5 Manual Version 2.4.2 Official Version 2.4.3 Interludes 2.4.4 Ending Animation "Taekwondo Fall" 2.5 Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection 2.6 Tekken 6 2.7 Tekken 6: Bloodline Rebellion 2.7.1 Ending Animation "The Visions" 3 Character Relationships

Introduction

Hwoarang (화랑 | 花郎 Hwarang) is a character in the Tekken fighting game series. Hwoarang first appeared in Tekken 3, and returned in all subsequent games. He is the Taekwondo student of Baek Doo San, and entered the Third Tournament to get revenge on Ogre for "killing" his master. He has also become Jin Kazama's rival after the two fought to a draw in one of Hwoarang's street matches.

Trivia

General

• He bears the nickname, Blood Talon, and the pseudonym 'BoB', allegedly because gamers have difficulty in writing his name correctly. Another theory is that it is derived from the pre-release Tekken 3 art by Namco where he was seen on a motorcycle, but without any name given, he became known simply as Boy on Bike.
• Hwoarang's name is based on the Hwarang, a group of elite male youth in Silla, an ancient Korean Kingdom.
• Hwoarang has the most win animations in Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection and Tekken 6, with a total of ten win animations each. However, one of his win animations would only show up after defeating Jinpachi Mishima in Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection, which is (obviously) not the case in Tekken 6.
• Hwoarang is the only person to win an official tournament match against Jin.

Tekken 3

• Hwoarang's bosses in the Tekken Force side game are (in order of appearance) Eddy Gordo, Forest Law, Jin Kazama, and Heihachi Mishima.
• In the rare "Tekken 3 Symphony Orchestra" calendar by Namco, Hwoarang is seen rollerblading while wearing formal black clothes and carrying a cello in its case.

Tekken Tag Tournament

• None

Tekken 4

• Hwoarang has short and 'styled' hair for the first and last time.
• Hwoarang is seen out of his two stereotypical costumes (biker and taekwondo outfits) for the first time.
• Hwoarang speaks English when he confronts Jin for a fight, with Jin responding in English as well. In later games, they only speak Korean and Japanese, respectively.

Tekken 5&T5: Dark Resurrection

• The Heihachi trophy that was seen in Hwoarang's Tekken 3 ending is available as a customizable item for him in Tekken 5.
• Hwoarang's sub-bosses are Baek Doo San and Jin Kazama.

Tekken 6

• Hwoarang's name is pronounced incorrectly as "How-rang" instead of "Hwa-rang"
• Hwoarang's "Item Move" feature is a soccer ball, which Hwoarang kicks at his opponent. Another shows him hitting the opponent with a baseball bat.([1]).
• In the Scenario Campaign of Tekken 6, Hwoarang is a boss in the Industial Highway 357.

Other

• Hwoarang's rivals in Tekken Card Challenge are Jin Kazama, Forest Law and Heihachi Mishima.
• A character named "Iron Surfer", played by Stephen Fung, in the Hong Kong Martial Arts movie "The Avenging Fist" bears a strong resemblance to Hwoarang, and the movie itself is known for its many allusions to Tekken. The resemblance to Hwoarang is both in looks and fighting style ([2] and [3].

Story

Manual Version

Hwoarang entered this Tournament after Ogre attacked his mentor Baek, who Hwoarang respects greatly. He wants to redeem himself by taking revenge against Ogre and defeating Jin Kazama (Hwoarang failed to beat Jin in a previous fight.).

Official Version

A student of Tae Kwon Do who works out at Baek Doo San's dojo, Hwoarang makes a lot of money through dishonest gambling wagers. As part of what's called a fraud team, he and other members pick fights for money. They manipulate the odds by concealing their true strength. Hwoarang escalates the odds against him and makes what appears to be a foolish wager. His opponents soon realize they're the real fools when Hwoarang soundly beats each and every one of them.

One day, members of the Mishima Group came to town, including among them Jin Kazama. Hwoarang talks them into his game and is matched against Jin. Hwoarang embarrassingly can only manage a draw. He hangs his head in disbelief at the first blemish in his perfect career. Sickened at the thought of having to tell his teacher, Baek, the bad news, Hwoarang vows to practice every day to guarantee that it would never happen again. Then, terrible news -- Ogre claims Baek as yet another victim.

Hwoarang now has a purpose in life. He will participate in the tournament, beat Jin Kazama and seek revenge against the God of Fighting: Ogre.

Ending Animation "Rival"

Hwoarang is sitting down in an alleyway, holding a trophy (that is a gold version of Heihachi's head). He is ready to toss it away when he notices Jin being pursued by the Tekken Force. Jin is then cornered by the Tekken Force. As a distraction, Hwoarang throws the trophy into the area, and then beats up the Tekken Force. When he turns to face Jin, Jin has already begun his transformation (into Devil Jin) and leaps out of the warehouse. Hwoarang smiles as he trembles with excitement.

Hwoarang is a playable character in Tekken Tag Tournament, a non-canonical Tekken game.

Ending Animation

Hwoarang is talking to Jin Kazama in what appears to be Paul Phoenix's Tekken Tag Tournament stage. Hwoarang's words can't be heard. Jin does not appear to be interested in what Hwoarang is saying.

Hwoarang was drafted into the South Korean millitary and was assigned to a special operations division. Although his successes in various missions were highly regarded along with his prowess at Tae Kwon Do and combat techniques, his penchant for disobeying rules and orders gave his senior officers more than a few headaches.

Hwoarang was uninterested in military life and felt a strange emptiness within him. He longingly recalled the days of hustling money in street fights and the rush he experienced from hand-to-hand combat. He often thought of one fight in particular - the fight against Jin Kazama. These longings could not be quelled by the military.

One day, Hwoarang found out about the announcement of the next Tournament. Hwoarang's blood stirred. He would defeat Jin, Heihachi Mishima, and anyone else who dared to challenge him to claim the Mishima Zaibatsu.

Filled with excitement he hasn't felt in years, Hwoarang slipped out from the military base and headed for the Tournament.

Ending Animation "Fin Hwoarang"

Text

Hwoarang won the Tornament and now Mishima Zaibatsu was his to control. But to everyone's surprise, he immediately sold off Mishima Zaibatsu to another company. He then left on another journey-- there was one last task he had to finish.

End of the text

Hwoarang walks into the Parking Area where Jin is waiting. When Jin asks what Hwoarang wanted, Hwoarang replies that he didn't get a chance to fight him during the Tournament, so he was going to fight Jin here. Jin states that there is no reason to fight; Hwoarang, however, states that he does. The screen turns white and the fight commences. In the next part of the scene, both Jin and Hwoarang are panting in exhaustion after the fight. Before a word could be spoken between the two, one of Hwoarang's commanders from the South Korean military come and he is surrounded by several soldiers. In the effort of aiding Hwoarang, Jin beats up two of the soldiers. Hwoarang whistles, and then beats up some of the other soldiers. The commander, furious that Hwoarang is trying to escape, tells the soldiers to open fire. Jin and Hwoarang take cover behind a blue car. Hwoarang tells Jin that he got his "ass kicked out there," and that Jin can get the chance to even the score at the next Tournament. The two exchange smiles. The car finally explodes and the commander orders a cease-fire, only to find that Jin and Hwoarang have escaped.

Tekken 5 Manual Version

The South Korean Army took Hwoarang into custody during the last round of the King of Iron Fist Tournament 4, keeping him from his long-awaited fight with Jin Kazama. Two months later, he was finished with his military service. With nothing holding him back, Hwoarang is free to pursue a confrontation with Jin Kazama.

Official Version

Tae Kwon Do ace and rival of Jin Kazama, Hwoarang.

Hwoarang was taken into custody by the South Korean military during the last round of The King of Iron Fist Tournament 4, keeping him from his long awaited fight with rival Jin Kazama.

Hwoarang was taken to the South Korean embassy, where he was brought before the ambassador. "You have received an official pardon granting you immunity from charges related to this incident. Also, we have received urgent military papers addressed to you. Please read them immediately!"

After reading the papers Hwoarang stood up abruptly. "I can't believe it. Are you sure this is correct?"

Two months later, Hwoarang finishes his military service. With nothing holding him back, Hwoarang is free to pursue a confrontation with Jin Kazama.

Interludes

Stage 4: Baek Doo San

Hwoarang meets Baek who says that Hwoarang went out without permission but Hwoarang says that there is someone for him to defeat.

When Hwoarang wins

Hwoarang tells his master that he will train hard, and then leaves.

Stage 8: Jin Kazama

Hwoarang challenges Jin to fight which Jin accepts.

When Hwoarang wins

Jin tells him that Hwoarang wins the fight. Hwoarang boasts that he is stronger than Jin. Jin leaves, and says that he has other things to do, despite Hwoarang asking him if he is ashamed. Hwoarang yells "This is so boring! This sucks!"

Final Stage: Jinpachi Mishima

Hwoarang wanders in Ground Zero and Jinpachi is behind him. He is impressed that he has made it this far. Jinpachi introduces himself, and says that his goal is to eliminate all existence. He changes into his demonic form, and the screen turns white.

(Note: This interlude is similar to most characters.)

Ending Animation "Taekwondo Fall"

Text:

Hwoarang finally defeats his rival, Jin Kazama. What is up next for Hwoarang?

End of the text:

Hwoarang is riding along the highway on the motorcycle. Upset that Jin didn't feel anything after losing to him, Hwoarang states "This sucks." As he rides along, he spots Devil Jin up ahead. Before he could come to a complete stop, Devil Jin destroys his motorcycle (with what seems to be telekinesis). Devil Jin begins to approach Hwoarang who painfully gets from the ground and raises his guard. Before the scene ends, a grin is seen on Hwoarangs face.

Hwoarang's storyline is unchanged between Tekken 5 and Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection.

In The King of Iron Fist Tournament 5, Hwoarang faced Jin and defeated him. While Jin was lying on the ground, suddenly, he roars paranormally and produces a gale that blows Hwoarang away. From Jin's back, two black wings spread, and Jin stands up in his devil form. Hwoarang is at his wits end. He is not able to fight back, and soon he is knocked unconscious. When Hwoarang wakes up, he finds himself in the hospital. Nearby, he sees Baek standing as a visitor. Hwoarang hears the details from Baek. He ignores his nurse and tries to move from his bed. He falls down in order to beseech Baek to make him stronger. After leaving the hospital, Hwoarang starts training with unprecedented devoutness in order to defeat the "paranormal" Jin. Thus, with the announcement of The King of Iron Fist Tournament 6, he prepares for the tournament.

Hwoarang's storyline is unchanged between Tekken 6 and Tekken 6: Bloodline Rebellion.

Ending Animation "The Visions"

As Hwoarang defeats Azazel, he extracts a magenta-coloured orb from the monster's body.

But as he looks upon it, the orb begins to consume him with its dark power (shown by it spreading over Hwoarang's body) but as he struggles in pain, Hwoarang exclaims that "I'm..not like...him!" as brief visions of Devil Jin loom in his mind.

With that, he tosses the orb on the ground, thus being released from its corrosive power before destroying it under his foot and walking away.

Character Relationships

• Student of Baek Doo San
• Rivals with Jin Kazama, who he fought to a draw before The King of Iron Fist Tournament 3 and defeated in The King of Iron Fist Tournament 5, although he himself was defeated by Devil Jin immediately afterwards.
• Enters The King of Iron Fist Tournament 3 to avenge his master by killing/defeating Ogre/True Ogre for supposedly having killed Baek.
• Was seen helping Lili against Jin Kazama during a trailer for Tekken 6. The trailer is however considered non-canon.